Lash & Skin Studio by Niesha Nichole

There are so many reasons to try lash extensions…

Add Length and Volume

Mascara is a must in many women’s beauty routines. Adding length and volume is the main reason that most of us use mascara each day, and makeup companies have created some truly amazing formulas to help us achieve that goal. Some women even apply false eyelashes each day to get the long and full look.

Eyelash extensions are the next level of making eyelashes beautiful, making your lashes thick, dark, and full. You can choose a dramatic look or opt for something more natural, but whatever you choose, they are like your lashes, but better! Eyelash extensions last for about 4 weeks and require only a short time in the chair at the salon for upkeep.

Look Youthful and Awake

Nothing opens up your eyes like long and thick eyelashes. Lengthening your lashes can act as an instant eye lift, without any of the side effects of a procedure. Long and gorgeous eyelashes can make you appear more youthful and awake, giving your eyes an extra brightness.

Save Time

As we already mentioned, many women use mascara as part of their daily routine to make their lashes thicker and their eyes brighter. When you get eyelash extensions, you can eliminate mascara from your beauty regimen altogether! Eyelash extensions are attached to your existing eyelashes, so you will not need to take the time to darken or lengthen your lashes with mascara. In addition, because eyelash extensions are already curled, you will not need to struggle with your eyelash curler.

Many women with eyelash extensions do not wear any eye makeup at all, preferring to let their gorgeous eyelashes stand on their own. The extensions are already long and thick enough that they eliminate the need for eyeliner on the top lid to add the illusion of thicker lashes.

Do you want to know the best part about eyelash extensions? No clumps or flakes! Since you won’t be dealing with mascara, you won’t have to wrestle with clumping eyelashes as you apply or flakes of mascara running down your face throughout the day.

Live Your Life!

As if saving on time each morning weren’t enough—and who doesn’t love fifteen extra minutes of sleep?—the biggest benefit of eyelash extensions is the way they allow you to live your life. You can do everything you normally do while you have eyelash extensions, including swimming, exercising, sitting in a sauna or hot tub (avoiding prolonged exposure), and more. You are still free to live your life as usual, looking fabulous while you do it.

Eyelash extensions are a veritable revolution in the beauty industry, saving women time and effort each day, and helping them look and feel their best. The benefits of eyelash extensions go beyond opening your eyes and saving you the trouble of mascara; they can give you a feeling of glamour and confidence as you go about your day.

What is non-melanoma skin cancer?

Non-melanoma skin cancer starts in the cells of the skin. A cancerous (malignant) growth is a group of cancer cells that can grow into and destroy nearby tissue. It can also spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body, but this is rare with non-melanoma skin cancer.

The skin is the body’s largest organ. It covers your entire body and protects you against harmful factors from the environment such as the sun, hot temperatures and germs. The skin controls body temperature, removes waste products from the body through sweat and provides the sense of touch. It also helps make vitamin D.

Cells in the skin sometimes change and no longer grow or behave normally. These changes may lead to non-cancerous (benign) growths such as dermatofibromas, moles, skin tags and warts.

Changes to cells of the skin can also cause precancerous conditions. This means that the abnormal cells are not yet cancer, but there is a chance that they may become cancer if they aren’t treated. A precancerous condition of the skin is actinic keratosis.

But in some cases, changes to skin cells can cause non-melanoma skin cancer. Most often, non-melanoma skin cancer starts in round cells called basal cells found in the top layer of the skin (epidermis). This type of cancer is called basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and makes up about 75%–80% of all skin cancers. Non-melanoma skin cancer can also start in squamous cells of the skin, which are flat cells found in the outer part of the epidermis. This type of cancer is called squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and makes up about 20% of all skin cancers. BCC and SCC tend to grow slowly and are often found early.

Rare types of non-melanoma skin cancer can also develop. These include Merkel cell carcinoma and cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.

What is microblading: Microblading is a technique using a super-fine pen (technically, a bundle of 12 to 15 needles) to deposit pigment into skin. The tip is so fine, in fact, that it can create hair strokes that look legit. And the needles reach only into the superficial layers of the skin, which is what makes the method semi-permanent (versus permanent, like traditional cosmetic tattoos). Think of each stroke as a little paper-cut. (We know what you’re wondering: Yes, it hurts, but your brow artist can numb the area first.) Compared to other techniques, “microblading gives a very natural look and better simulates hair,” says Betsy Shuki, makeup artist and brow expert who offers microblading services at the office of NYC plastic surgeon Scott Wells, MD.

What you should know: Prices vary based on location and artist expertise, but expect a quality job to run somewhere between $700 to $1,500. In the first few days, you might want to plan around your brows. “On the first day after microblading, clean your eyebrows with distilled water on cotton pad gently and apply aftercare cream every four hours,” says Shuki. On the second day, repeat that three times. For the next five days, do this morning and night. Your brow area might be red and scabby, so try not to schedule big things (e.g., a huge job interview or engagement photos) for the first week or two. “Also, avoid going to the gym, any excess sweating around eyebrows will prevent pigment retention and can cause infection,” adds Shuki.
How long microblading lasts: You’ll need a touch-up in about a month (the cost of this is typically budgeted into the fee of the initial service). Then, microblading can last anywhere from 12 months to three years, depending on your lifestyle. A few ways to extend it: Stay out of the sun, since it can fade the pigment, and avoid putting exfoliants (like retinol and glycolic acid) near your brows, because they’ll lift the top layers of your skin with continued use—and the color with it.

“”Eyelashes evolved to keep debris out of our delicate eyes, and long ones do suggest femininity and youth.”

But what exactly is it about mini-hair halos around our eyeballs that evoke femininity and youth?

Not surprisingly, evolutionary biology has a theory about it that — again, not surprisingly — has a lot to do with babies. See, when we’re born, our big ol’ baby eyes are relatively huge in proportion to the rest of our face, and as we age, our faces grow larger but our eyes remain relatively the same size, which explains the youthful association of long lashes. And from there, youth denotes fertility, which circles us back around to babies. Also on the fertility front, David Givens, director of the Center for Nonverbal Studies, thinks the contrasting effect of dark mascara that brightens the whites of our eyes also signals good reproductive health.

On top of nature, there’s plenty of nurture at work, too. Interwoven within these furry fertility signifiers are our cultural constructs of feminine sexuality, complete with batting eyelashes that suggest a coy submissiveness and currying male favor sexual or otherwise. Think about it: have you ever heard of a guy described as batting his lashes or straight women batting their lashes toward other women? Aside from Mr. Snuffleupagus, probably not.

I didn’t start an AM and PM routine until my early-30’s. I didn’t know the importance of consistent skincare other than to remove makeup and attempt to prevent acne breakouts. Bottom line: the earlier one starts this the better, but it’s never too late to take care of your skin. Quality over quantity. You can’t put a price on great skin, rather it’s an investment into your future.

Why is Exfoliation Important?
As we age, the process of cell regeneration slows down. This means that the body is slower to shed skin cells and generate new ones. When old skin cells start to pile up on the surface of the skin, it can leave skin looking dull, rough, and dry. Furthermore, the build-up of dead skin cells can result in excess oil and clogged pores, leading to blemishes and acne.
Proper exfoliation removes the barrier of dead skin cells clogging the skin and uncovers fresh new cells below. This opens the way for moisturizing products to penetrate more deeply into the skin, which makes them more effective. In short, a regular exfoliating routine will leave your skin looking fresh and healthy.
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TONERS: I personally didn’t really see the importance of using one until I started school for esthetics! Is it necessary?

Unquestionably YES! Toner may be the one thing missing from your skin care routine that could make all the difference.

Here’s how:
-Toner balances the skin’s PH, which may be disrupted during the cleansing process.
-It also works to prep the skin for moisturizers, serum, & other treatments.
-Toner helps remove residual dirt, makeup, oil, & other impurities.
-Specific toners address certain skin concerns, including sensitivity, acne, & anti-aging

Don’t throw out the water you use to clean/rinse your rice. Rice water has gotten so many functions from brightening of skin,conditioning hair,as a skin toner for closing pores,taking rice water bath and even drinking to cure certain disease. Remove the layer of froth that forms at the top of the water & apply it to your face! It helps to smooth & brighten complexion. Great for oily skin & helping to heal acne (same effect as using rice paper to absorb oil, but better). Keep cooking!

HOW TO MAKE RICE WATER FOR GLOWING SKIN AND SHINING HAIR

To make rice water,You will need:

1/2 cup uncooked rice
2 cups water
Method 1: No-boil quick method

To make rice water, first rinse the rice with about a cup of water to remove any dirt or impurities. Place the rice in a bowl and cover with water. Let the rice soak for 10 to 15 minutes. Now strain out the rice water into a clean bowl. Your rice water is ready to use.

Method 2: Boiled rice water

To make a concentrate of rice water to use as a facial wash or hair rinse, prepare rice as you normally would. After the rice has cooked, strain it out. The leftover water will be a vivid white color, and will contain a high concentration of nutrients..

AP24 Whitening toothpaste works well

For the last 30 days I have been using the AP24 Whitening Toothpaste. Many ask, “Is it worth the $20 price tag?” And my answer is YES! It is absolutely amazing, I find that my results are best when using the product while dry and letting it sit for a moment. Within a week I saw drastic results. The only con was that my teeth were sensitive to hot items. Since using this product I have reordered a second tube and even gotten my mom and two others to try it. However, I’m still interested in becoming a presenter at this time.