Month: March 2021

When it launched earlier this year, Anastasia Beverly Hills’ Brow Freeze sold out so fast, even I as a beauty editor couldn’t get my hands on one. The brand had to find an extra to send me to test since it quite literally wouldn’t stay in stock. Of course, that just made me want to try it even more. As a huge fan of the soap brow trend, I was fascinated with the idea that one little clear gel could give me the fluffy brows of my dreams. Let’s see if it lives up to the hype.

Brands including Patrick Ta Beauty, Jason Wu Beauty and the original West Barn Co Soap Brows, all have products that promise that fluffy, pushed-up “boy brow” look. And they work. But they all have their downsides. They’re all a wax formula that needs an activator (such as setting spray) to work. While that’s NBD, it makes the application a little more complicated. Some also stay “up” longer than others.

That’s why ABH’s Brow Freeze Styling Wax is so popular. It doesn’t need an activator and instead quite literally “freezes” your brow hairs up during application.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

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Here’s how it works and how I tested it out the first time. Grab a flat brush, either the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brush 20 Dual-Ended Flat Detail Brush ($18 at Ulta) or another one you already have at home. Either way, this brush is key. Simply dip it into the wax and push your brows up. Once the hairs are standing up and look a little funny, fill in any sparse areas with your fave eyebrow pen or pencil. Then, take the spoolie end and gently brush down and areas that feel a little too intense. Don’t brush through them too much or you’ll break up the gel and the style won’t last as long. (I made that mistake the first time.)

Source: Instagram

All in all, is Brow Freeze amazing? Yes. Is it easy and works really well? Also yes. I love that it’s truly clear so it doesn’t leave white in my brows. But the soap brow trend is really all about what works well for you and your brows. Because of quarantine, I haven’t been getting my brows waxed and I feel messy so this is a nice way for me to look more put together.

Although I haven’t tried it myself, I’m hearing you can also use Got2b Ultra Glued Invincible Styling Hair Gel ($4.97 at Amazon) for a similar application, as well as edge control such as Cantu Extra Hold Edge Stay Gel ($3.97 at Amazon). There are a ton of options to find what works for you. If you want to try ABH Brow Freeze, I’d grab it quickly before it’s gone again.

Interview: Bling Empire’s Kelly Mi Li on Big Blonde Hair Closet Confessions

ICYMI, on last night’s episode of Closet Confessions I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with philanthropist, entrepreneur and Bling Empire Star Kelly Mi Li. We learned so many amazing things about her that you didn’t see on the show as we chatted about everything from her fave facial serum to luxe shopping trips in Las Vegas with her cast mates to how she’s able to establish herself as a badass business woman.

On top of all of that we discussed her work with the Hate is a Virus commUNITY Action Fund. The organization helps amplify, educate and activate Asian American and Pacific Islanders to stand for justice and equality in solidarity with other communities. Click here to find out how you get involved and help to be an ally for the AAPI community.

As always, Kelly’s favorite products are listed below. Grab a glass of wine (or a water for skin like Kelly’s!) and enjoy this totally fun and educational conversation on this week’s Closet Confessions.

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Beauty Products Kelly Swears by:

True Botanicals Vitamin C Booster

True Botanicals Serum

Red Sephora Lipstick

*Unsure of exact shade of red*

Christian Louboutins Kelly Showed Us:

So Kate Studded Glitter Bootie // Hongroise Ankle Boot // Harler Suede Pumps

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Catch up on other episode of Closet Confessions HERE and be sure to follow Big Blonde Hair on Instagram to stay up to date on our next episode. 

Originally posted at: Interview: Bling Empire’s Kelly Mi Li

When it launched earlier this year, Anastasia Beverly Hills’ Brow Freeze sold out so fast, even I as a beauty editor couldn’t get my hands on one. The brand had to find an extra to send me to test since it quite literally wouldn’t stay in stock. Of course, that just made me want to try it even more. As a huge fan of the soap brow trend, I was fascinated with the idea that one little clear gel could give me the fluffy brows of my dreams. Let’s see if it lives up to the hype.

Brands including Patrick Ta Beauty, Jason Wu Beauty and the original West Barn Co Soap Brows, all have products that promise that fluffy, pushed-up “boy brow” look. And they work. But they all have their downsides. They’re all a wax formula that needs an activator (such as setting spray) to work. While that’s NBD, it makes the application a little more complicated. Some also stay “up” longer than others.

That’s why ABH’s Brow Freeze Styling Wax is so popular. It doesn’t need an activator and instead quite literally “freezes” your brow hairs up during application.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

ABH.

Here’s how it works and how I tested it out the first time. Grab a flat brush, either the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brush 20 Dual-Ended Flat Detail Brush ($18 at Ulta) or another one you already have at home. Either way, this brush is key. Simply dip it into the wax and push your brows up. Once the hairs are standing up and look a little funny, fill in any sparse areas with your fave eyebrow pen or pencil. Then, take the spoolie end and gently brush down and areas that feel a little too intense. Don’t brush through them too much or you’ll break up the gel and the style won’t last as long. (I made that mistake the first time.)

Source: Instagram

All in all, is Brow Freeze amazing? Yes. Is it easy and works really well? Also yes. I love that it’s truly clear so it doesn’t leave white in my brows. But the soap brow trend is really all about what works well for you and your brows. Because of quarantine, I haven’t been getting my brows waxed and I feel messy so this is a nice way for me to look more put together.

Although I haven’t tried it myself, I’m hearing you can also use Got2b Ultra Glued Invincible Styling Hair Gel ($4.97 at Amazon) for a similar application, as well as edge control such as Cantu Extra Hold Edge Stay Gel ($3.97 at Amazon). There are a ton of options to find what works for you. If you want to try ABH Brow Freeze, I’d grab it quickly before it’s gone again.

Melissa Gorga’s Straw Fendi Bag in Lake George

Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 11 Episode 4 Fashion

Admittedly I’m not much of a straw bag person. Also admittedly? I’m a label wh*re so when you requested that I find the exact style of Melissa Gorga’s straw Fendi bag in Lake George I was happy to oblige. And while it’s quite pricey to buy her head-to-to Fendi look,  stealing her style is as easy as finding a questionable rumor going around a birthday party in New Jersey.

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Click Here to See her Fendi Raffia Guitar Bag

Click Here for Details on Her Sunglasses, Bathing Suit + Earrings

Click Here to Shop a Similar Cover Up Shirt

Originally posted at: Melissa Gorga’s Straw Fendi Bag

When it launched earlier this year, Anastasia Beverly Hills’ Brow Freeze sold out so fast, even I as a beauty editor couldn’t get my hands on one. The brand had to find an extra to send me to test since it quite literally wouldn’t stay in stock. Of course, that just made me want to try it even more. As a huge fan of the soap brow trend, I was fascinated with the idea that one little clear gel could give me the fluffy brows of my dreams. Let’s see if it lives up to the hype.

Brands including Patrick Ta Beauty, Jason Wu Beauty and the original West Barn Co Soap Brows, all have products that promise that fluffy, pushed-up “boy brow” look. And they work. But they all have their downsides. They’re all a wax formula that needs an activator (such as setting spray) to work. While that’s NBD, it makes the application a little more complicated. Some also stay “up” longer than others.

That’s why ABH’s Brow Freeze Styling Wax is so popular. It doesn’t need an activator and instead quite literally “freezes” your brow hairs up during application.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

ABH.

Here’s how it works and how I tested it out the first time. Grab a flat brush, either the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brush 20 Dual-Ended Flat Detail Brush ($18 at Ulta) or another one you already have at home. Either way, this brush is key. Simply dip it into the wax and push your brows up. Once the hairs are standing up and look a little funny, fill in any sparse areas with your fave eyebrow pen or pencil. Then, take the spoolie end and gently brush down and areas that feel a little too intense. Don’t brush through them too much or you’ll break up the gel and the style won’t last as long. (I made that mistake the first time.)

Source: Instagram

All in all, is Brow Freeze amazing? Yes. Is it easy and works really well? Also yes. I love that it’s truly clear so it doesn’t leave white in my brows. But the soap brow trend is really all about what works well for you and your brows. Because of quarantine, I haven’t been getting my brows waxed and I feel messy so this is a nice way for me to look more put together.

Although I haven’t tried it myself, I’m hearing you can also use Got2b Ultra Glued Invincible Styling Hair Gel ($4.97 at Amazon) for a similar application, as well as edge control such as Cantu Extra Hold Edge Stay Gel ($3.97 at Amazon). There are a ton of options to find what works for you. If you want to try ABH Brow Freeze, I’d grab it quickly before it’s gone again.