Review: Nume Lustrum

Hi Ladies!

Today I am going to review the Nume Lustrum Curling Wand Set. This set retails for $280.00 on the Nume Site. I purchased this set during a Nume Instadeal on Instagram and only paid $80.00 (plus $12.00 shipping) for it! I was so happy that I waited to get this set. I almost purchased it a few months ago when there was an offer code to get it for $159.00. Good thing I waited! One thing I must note...it took almost a month to receive the product but they took the money out of my account right away. Since I already have a few other curling irons, I didn't mind the wait. Because it took so long to get to me, Nume sent me a free gift to thank my for my patience. The gift was the Nume styling comb which retails for $20.00. The comb helps de-tangle your hair and assist with straightening your hair with an iron. I haven't really used it yet so I can't comment on how it works.

On to the Lustrum....

The Lustrum comes with 5 different barells; 32 mm, 25 mm, 19 mm, Reverse, and Pearl. The heads are interchangeable and lock into place. Along with the barells is a base which is the had piece of the wand. It has an on and off button but no temperature setting. I own 3 Hot Tools curling irons and the Nume gets just as hot and works just as well. It actually heats up in seconds.  It is very light weight compared to my other styling tools. The only thing I don't like is that it doesn't have a little metal clamp that you can pull down to let it rest against instead of putting it on a flat surface.

Hair Tutorial: Braided Half Updo

Hi Ladies!
Here is a cool hair tutorial by Lilith Moon. I would consider this a little easier than the Greek Goddess Updo. For more tutorials check out her you tube page http://www.youtube.com/user/lilithedarkmoon?feature=watch .

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6fqWv7NKBU&feature=youtu.be

What do you think of this hairstyle? Too funky or just the right amount of punk?

-Tanya xoxo

Hair Tutorial: Triple Braid

Hey Girls,
So I came across a quick braid tutorial on Facebook and tried to replicate it. The photos are kind of vague and there are no written steps so I kinda winged it. 

Here is the tutorial:

http://www.buzzfeed.com/peggy/five-minute-hairstyles-for-busy-mornings?sub=2570234_1610174

Holiday Look: Hair Tutorial

Hi Ladies,
Here is part two of my Holiday Look Tutorial.

This is my first video tutorial so bear with me! Hopefully I get better as time goes on.

 Here is the finished look! It didn't come out perfect but it worked for my pictures. I did learn that my hair doesn't curl well after straightening it the day before. I will most definitely remember this for next time....

Hair Tutorial:Fishtail, Dutch, and 4 Strand Braid

Pop Sugar Beauty Braid Tutorial

Hi Ladies,

 Here is a quick tutorial video that I found on the Pop Sugar Beauty Blog that I wanted to share. It shows how to create three different types of braids: the fishtail, the dutch braid, and the 4 strand braid. I loved their video because it was simple and to the point. Check out their blog or you tube page for more beauty related videos, tips, etc.

I love braiding my hair on workdays that I just really don't feel like straightening or curling it. They are quick, cute, and you can find ways to dress them up. You may not get some of these braids on the first try but practice makes perfect. 

However, a little advice....do not try new hairstyles for the first time while you are getting ready for work in the morning. I am almost always running late when I do this and end up with a simple pony when the hairstyle doesn't come out right. Practice on the weekend or the night before.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohmn0tW3Ha4

What is your favorite of the 3 braids? Post your comment below!

Hair Tutorial: Half Up Half Down Bow

Here is another bow hairdo. This is easier than the last bow tutorial. 

This only has 5 steps. 

1. Grab hair from each side of your head and pull back like you are doing a half up half down hairdo.

2.When tying the ponytail, wrap the elastic around 3 or 4 times and on the last time leave a bump with a tail on the end.

3. Take the bump and separate it down the middle.

4. Take the tail of the pony and wrap it around the middle of the bump to create the center of the bow and pin the end where it is hidden.  You can either wrap the whole tail around the middle or wrap half and leave the rest hanging.

5. Lastly, puff out each side of the bow to make it look full.

What do you think of this look? Post your comments below!

Hair Tutorial: Greek Goddess Updo

Here is a cute hair tutorial that would look great with a fancy dress for a wedding as well as with a blazer and jeans for a casual day out. I would consider this a moderate to hard hairsyle as the braiding underneath could get a little tricky. The woman in the tutorial named Lilith Moon has a lot of great hair tutorials on her you tube page. Click on the link to get to her page http://www.youtube.com/user/lilithedarkmoon?feature=watch

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZykS1hBPyg&feature=youtu.be

Would you rock this updo? Post your comments below!

Hair Tutorial: Bow Updo

Here is a cute and quirky hair bow updo. It may be a little tough for people that can't french braid.

There are basically 4 steps. 

1. You start by making a french braid starting from the nape of your neck upwards. 

2. Next gather the hair into a ponytail. Once you wrap the elastic around the third or 4th time leave a bump sticking up with the remainder of our hair hanging in a ponytail.

3. Take the bump you created and part it in half. Next, take half of the hair left out and wrap it in around the middle of the separated bump and pin.

4. Lastly, take the rest of the left over hair and wrap around the base of the bow, tie the hair in a knot, and pin.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Step-by-step-hairstyle-tutorials/531075003636823

Try this out and post links to your pics below!

Hair Tutorial: Fish Tail Bun

Here is a cute Fishtail Bun. 

Step 1: add body to your hair by curling chunks of your hair and curling pieces you will leave down in the front.

Step 2: Tease the back of your hair to add volume.

Step 3: Fishtail your hair to one side. Once you are done loosen the fishtail by gently pulling outward.

Step 4: Twist the fishtail up and back and pin the braid to your head into a bun shape.

If you don't know how to create a fishtail braid CLICK HERE for a link to a tutorial video.

What do you think of this updo? Post your comments below. If you successfully create this updo post pics below! I would love to see pics or hear tips that may help create this look!

Hair Tutorial-Boho Chic Ponytail

Hi Ladies,
This is a cute ponytail tutorial I got off  of Pinterest:

How To Do a Boho Chic Ponytail

Steps :

• 1 : Curl the top layer of hair with the rest of your hair messy/curly. Mine was kind of curling from no heat curls the night before.
• 2 : Tease your hair starting just past your bangs on top, back to where you will secure your ponytail
• 3 : Gather your hair in place where you want it, not tight at all, and secure with an elastic.
• 4 : Pull tight, then pull out strands as needed to create a “messy on purpose” type of look.
• 5 : Wrap an extra piece of hair around the elastic.
• 6 : And You’re done!

Source : Boho Chic Pony

Source: http://pintutorials.blogspot.com/2013/01/how-to-do-boho-chic-ponytail.html

Hair Tutorial-Stranded Twist

Hey Girls,
Is there ever a time that you wake up for work and just don't feel like doing your hair? This happens to me all the time. Below is a quick and easy twist you can do to the front of your hair to add a little something to natural waves or a pony on a low maintenance hair day. I also do this frequently when my layers in my bangs are growing out. 

Bangs - Quick 2 Stranded Twist by BabesinHairland on Youtube

Enjoy!

Cute and Easy Hair Tutorial-Top Knot Bun

Here is a quick and easy hair tutorial of the Top Knot Bun. It takes about 5-10 minutes and is a cute hair do when you don't feel like wearing your hair down. I found this on YouTube searching for new hair styles. The woman in the tutorial has a ton of cute hair and makeup videos on her YouTube page makeupbybella.

Enjoy!