Crystal Kung Minkoff’s Navy Blue Pajamas

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 11 Episode 4 Fashion

If you recognize Crystal Kung Minkoff’s navy blue pajamas, it’s probably because they are a Bravo-leb fav. Even later on in the episode we can catch Lisa Rinna and Erika Jayne rocking them too (which can also be seen here). And one thing we know for sure is that if our beloved Bravo babes are obsessed with them, we are too. Especially considering the fact that they come in about a million different colors and styles. Which can only mean one thing- more pajama sets for us to binge our fav reality tv shows in.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

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Whether you’re enhancing your natural color or changing it completely, dyeing your hair is nothing short of transformative. It doesn’t just change the way you look, it changes the way you feel. Feeling confident about your hair can turn a bad day into a great day, or a great day into an excellent one. But if you color your hair yourself, you know that it comes with a whole host of problems—or it doesn’t have to be that way.

That’s right: We’ve put together our ultimate list of hair-dye tips. These brilliant hacks are going to change your color-loving life and take your hair game to the next level, guaranteed. Read on for what to avoid–and what to invest in–when it comes to coloring your own hair.

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1. Use the right developer.

You know how hair professionals are always telling you not to use box dye to make a major hair change? There’s a reason for that—and it’s because of the developer.

Developer is a totally crucial element in the hair coloring process. It comes in different strengths—usually referred to as “volumes”—which will tell you how much it can change your hair. Ten volume developer is the most gentle; it will let you deposit color only. Twenty volume developer will shift your hair one to two shades, while 30 volume developer will let you alter your hair three to four shades. You should never use anything stronger than this at home.

Box dyes come with developer and dye packaged together, but the developer is generally only 20 volume. This means that no matter what the color is on the box, you’ll only be able to make your hair one or two shades lighter (or darker) than its natural color. So if you have dark brown hair that you want to dye a sunny blonde, you’re going to end up with a muddy mess if you use a box. That weak sauce developer can only do so much!

Instead, if you’re looking to make a big change, get thee to an online beauty supply store where you can buy dye and developer separately. This means that you’ll be able to get the developer strength that will actually work to give you your dream hair color. Bonus: the dyes sold in beauty supply stores are usually professional quality, which means you’ll also get a richer, longer-lasting color.

L’Oreal Paris.

Hair dye devotees trust this strong, volume 30 developer from L’Oreal Paris to evenly lighten their locks

2. Remove dye stains from skin.

Anyone living that bottle brunette life knows how annoying those dark dye stains left around your hairline and on your neck are. Sure, you could order these special dye-removing wipes—or you try mixing a tablespoon of olive oil with a blob of whitening toothpaste, apply it to a cotton ball and rub away. This gentle yet effective concoction might be just what you need, depending on the stain.

Framar.

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If you’re not into DIY-methods, these best-selling wipes dissolve away all stains and smell great. Plus, you nab 100 of them for less than 10 bucks..

3. Get the right amount of product.

This is probably a little “duh,” but if you have hair longer than your shoulders (or if it’s very thick), make sure you have twice as much hair dye on hand. Whether this means buying two boxes or mixing up a double batch of developer and dye, you just want to be sure you don’t run out halfway through. Having a half-dyed head is so not the look.

L’Oreal.

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This two-pack of box dye will help ensure you have enough to work with.

4. Cover your roots…with makeup.

We’ve all been there: life gets so busy that you don’t have enough time to redo your color, and crazy visible roots are the result. To hide them temporarily, blend those suckers in with eyeshadow.

If your roots are darker than the rest of your hair (blondes, we see you), focus on softening the harsh line between your natural color and the dye. Take a powder eyeshadow the same shade as your roots and, using a fluffy, medium-sized eyeshadow brush, gently stroke the color about an inch out from your roots. This will help blend the two colors together in a really natural way.

If your roots are lighter—or a different shade—than your dyed hair, use a powdered eyeshadow the same color as your dye job. After styling your hair, gently brush the shadow anywhere that your roots are visible, making sure not to get too much color on your scalp or skin.

Once you’ve hidden or blended your roots, seal the shadow with a fine misting of light-hold hairspray. Your roots are neatly concealed, and will stay that way until you brush (or wash) the shadow out.

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For stubborn grays, a targeted hair powder like this one from Style Edit binds with your hair for maximum, long-lasting coverage.

5. Metal is not your friend.

Using a metal bowl, mixing spoon or clips to hold back your dye-slathered hair? That’s a serious no-no. The metal and the developer can interact, causing the color to oxidize and change. In rare instances, this reaction can be so severe that hair breaks off—and nobody wants a chemical haircut. Use all-plastic everything when you’re coloring, and your hair will thank you.

ATB.

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This plastic three-piece set comes with everything you need to safely color your hair at home.

6. Invest in a color-refreshing gloss.

A toning gloss is a semi-permanent color that helps reduce unwanted tones. Simply shake it up, then apply to damp hair. Let it sit for ten minutes, then rinse well and condition. Voila! Your color is perfectly refreshed.

dpHue.

Buy: DpHue Gloss+ $35

Don’t balk at the price tag, because this product actually functions as a hybrid semi-permanent hair dye plus gloss and conditioning treatment. Basically, it’s your one-stop shop for at-home color maintenance.

7. The best home brow- and lash-dyeing advice…

Don’t. We’re serious: never ever under any circumstances should you do this yourself. Your eyes are so precious, and the risk of damaging them with chemicals is just too high. Go to a professional if you want this done. If you can’t, there are a myriad of better ways to groom your brooms at-home than apply hair dye to them.

Etude House.

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This non-permanent formula is the safest way to match your brows to your locks.

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Has anyone else found themselves utterly addicted to TikTok during quarantine, or am I the only one? Frankly, it took me nearly six months to figure out just exactly what the app was and what it was for, and while I’m not posting any content of my own just and may or may not still be unclear about what an e-girl or VSCO girl is, I’ve found myself literally glued to the “for you” page ever since I downloaded the app out of sheer boredom—and a dash of curiosity, of course—back at the beginning of quarantine.

Whether you’re an O.G. fan of the app or a newfound junkie like myself (…and even if you’ve ditched for Instagram’s new competing Reel feature), there’s no denying the social media platform’s pervasive influence on skincare and beauty trends since it went viral. TBH, my wallet has suffered immensely thanks to the brilliant product discoveries and genius hacks I’ve discovered through TikTok—color me #Influenced. On the other hand, I’ve also learned about plenty of new money-saving dupes for luxury cult-favorites, as well as different ways to re-invent common household items I already own to use to improve my skin while in isolation.

In case you’re new to the app or are simply in need of a detailed list of where to find all of the lust-worthy beauty items you’ve seen time and time again while pursuing your feed, I’ve done the work for you and scoured the web to find out where to buy these viral gems. You’re welcome.

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Courtesy of Truly Beauty.

This ridiculously aesthetic booty-enhancing skincare treatment has made its appearance on my “For You” page a countless number of times. Not only is it oddly satisfying to watch the rose-shaped balm getting scooped up pre-application, but the watermelon-infused treatment is also touted for its blemish-clearing and dimple-reducing superpowers.

Courtesy of T.TAiO.

T.TAiO Esponjabon Concha Nacar Mother of Pearl Soap Sponge

Thanks to TikTok, the brand can barely keep this magic potion in stock for more than a few hours. It’s in stock on Amazon RN, so do yourself a favor and get it now before it’s too late.

Buy: T.TAiO Esponjabon Concha Nacar Mother of Pearl Soap Sponge $13.40

Courtesy of Pixi Beauty.

Not only do these gentle undereye patches help reduce puffiness and swelling almost instantly (especially if you keep them in your fridge like the pros do) but they also help to brighten darkness and iron out fine lines and wrinkles after just a few minutes of wear time.

Courtesy of Amazon.

Alright, my neighbor actually told me about this one, but she did discover it via TikTok. This old-school shaving powder is formulated for removing facial hair, but thanks in large part to the shut-down of many waxing and beauty parlors, this DIY bikini-refining product is a great hack to get you through until this thing is over. It is scented, however, so I wouldn’t recommend going ham on the entire below-the-belt region because it may throw off your pH (when in doubt, contact your derm or physician, of course!). Also, I’d stock up on this stuff if you can, because it was sold out for months after it earned its star-status before getting restocked recently.

Buy: Magic Shaving Powder $6.95

Courtesy of Kaja.

Could this K-beauty super-star highlight be any damn cuter? I personally think not. Designed with a roll-on sponge applicator that looks just like a regular old paint roller, this buildable highlight not only is a score for its charming AF packaging, but its formula is also equally as impressive.

Courtesy of Revlon.

As soon as I saw this product live in action on @LooksbyLextington’s page, I immediately scoured the web to get my hands on my own. To my dismay, this oil-erasing miracle worker was sold out legitimately everywhere thanks to getting TikTok famous overnight. It’s still out of stock on Amazon but will be replenished next week. If I were you, I’d add to your cart now to avoid missing out.

Buy: Revlon Oil-Absorbing Roller $14.99

Courtesy of The Ordinary.

So, I’ve actually been a fan of this exfoliating peel formula for years — I think it’s an excellent dupe for the cult-favorite and beauty-editor-approved Triple Berry Smoothing Peel by Renee Rouleau — so I was more surprised that The Ordinary’s acid-based Peeling Solution took so long to garner the acclaim it deserves than I was to see it as a trending product. It’s definitely an effective peel that will probably cause a bit of tingling, but the results are uncanny and also instant.

Courtesy of NYX.

NYX recently launched the #BrowFitness challenge (FYI: a challenge is a popular content genre on TikTok, apparently) aimed at helping consumers achieve and maintain their eyebrows during the quarantine when access to salons is limited or restricted. Thousands of TikTok users have jumped on board creating videos clad in activewear and fitness headbands showcasing their brow-perfecting routine using NYX products. As someone who can’t go without my brow products (even if no one sees them except for my cat), I took a liking to this trend, and have a newfound obsession with their long-wearing brow kit.

Buy: NYX Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Brow Kit $10.97

Courtesy of CeraVe.

Aside from an endless supply of Skinfluencer’s recs, there are also plenty of certified, licensed dermatologists and estheticians using the app, giving solid skincare literally for free. As to be expected, derms are obsessed with the affordable and fuss-free (yet effective) drugstore brand CeraVe’s range of gentle products, and obviously, they’re all advising using SPF (yes, even when you’re inside) non-stop. CeraVe’s hydrating formula gives your skin defense against UV damage while also adding some sheer moisture to the mix as well. It’s no wonder it’s a pro-favorite.

Buy: CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 15.99

Courtesy of Urban Outfitters.

If you know me, you know Freck’s O.G. Faux Freckle pen is literally one of my top three beauty innovations of all damn time, so it comes as no surprise to me that it’s gone totally viral on TikTok — especially with all of the freckled filters that have popped up recently on Instagram stories as of late. Now, you can get the filtered, sunkissed look IRL without looking costume-y.

Courtesy of Jill Stuart.

Discovered through one of my favorite beauty influencers on TikTok, Mireya Rios, this out-of-this-world adorable loose blush with a pompom applicator couldn’t be any dreamier. Aside from the cure factor, it’s also perfect for those two prefer a subtle or buildable flush as opposed to super intense color payoff. It’s basically impossible to mess up your blush with this stuff.

Courtesy of Bruush.

This may not have risen to viral status just yet, but I did discover this luxe, high-end electric toothbrush on the app, and I predict it’s going to be the next big thing. Not only is available in aesthetic AF colorways like baby pink, but it’s also designed with six different settings, including whitening, tongue cleaning, and maximum power for the ultimate deep cleaning. I have never been so obsessed with a toothbrush in my life.

Buy: Bruush Electric Toothbrush Set $85

Many of us who are over 50 know first-hand how important it is to protect our skin. Does anyone else remember using baby oil as tanning lotion or using UV reflectors to direct more sun toward our body when we were sunbathing? I shudder to think what we didn’t know and what some of us did to get a tan!

The products I’ll be using in today’s video not only provide excellent protection from the sun, but also function as makeup – which saves time and money.

I have to confess that up until a couple of months ago I was unaware that many of the products I’ll be using today even existed. Even though I used and loved Colorescience’s Total Eye 3-in-1 Renewal Therapy (which acts as an under eye color corrector, hydrator and UV protector), I was unaware of their other sunscreen products that function as makeup.

So, when I happened to go on their website and saw their makeup-plus-sun-protection products, I was really excited to try some of them. In fact, I was so excited, I got an exclusive discount code you can use to purchase any Colorescience product. The code is ELISE15, used at checkout, and it gives 15% off of a one-time purchase made by July 31, 2021. Yay! And thanks Colorescience!

Note: If you watch the above video on YouTube (click on YouTube text in the video player above), you’ll find links to all of these products as well as the discount code in the description box below the video. Just click “show more” to get to the description box.

Create a Beautiful Glow with Sunscreen

I’m going to start by applying a face product which can be used alone or worn under makeup. I’ll apply foundation over it. It’s Colorescience’s Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Glow which has a mineral sunscreen SPF of 50.

As I mentioned, I’m using the glow formula, but it also comes in a Classic version (with no glow) and a version that has a bronze tint. It’s necessary to shake the product well before applying and a nickel size amount for the face is recommended.

If you’re also using it on your neck and décolletage, an additional amount of product will be needed. And it’s also suggested that it should be applied 15 minutes before exposure to the sun. I love the fact that this product does not feel the least bit greasy and applies so easily and effortlessly. It also provides some hydration, has anti-oxidants and protects against UVA/UVB, blue light and infrared radiation.

Next, I’m applying my Merit Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick in the color “Dune.” I like to apply it with a brush and then go back over it with a slightly damp sponge. If you use a liquid foundation, you can certainly mix the Colorescience product with your liquid foundation if you’d find this quicker and easier.

Be sure to check out Elise’s YouTube channel which specifically focuses on makeup tips, techniques, and product reviews for those of us 50+. Don’t forget to subscribe!

Add Some Sunscreen Protection with Blush and Lip Products

The next step is to add some color with Coloresience’s Sunforgettable Total Protection Color Balm with SPF50. This product comes in a lovely Blush color (which is a nude color with pink undertones), a bronze color (which is a shimmery golden color) and a berry color (which is a deep raspberry).

I’m going to use the Blush color as my face blush, the Bronze as my Bronzer and I’ll use the Berry color later on my lips along with a Coloreshine lip gloss. I have a cool undertone to my skin so the blush color works well on my cheeks.

If you have a warm undertone, you could just mix a bit of the Blush color with the bronzer for a lovely soft bronzey pink blush. And if you have a neutral undertone, you could experiment and see if you prefer just to use the blush color as your blush or if you prefer to combine the blush color with the bronze color.

I find it easiest to apply the color balm to the back of my wrist and then pick it up with a brush. This method ensures a lighter look rather than applying the product directly from the applicator. But you can certainly use your fingers to apply it, or it can be applied directly from the applicator and then blended out.

Contour with a Beautiful Bronze Glow

Next, I’m going to put some of the bronze balm on the back of my hand, pick it up with a brush and apply this color under my cheekbones for a slight contour and along the top of my forehead and under my jawline. Be aware that this product does provide some glow.

Of course, you could also mix the glow product with a bit of the bronze to get an all-over bronze glow. It’s really fun to apply these products separately or together to see what look you love best.

Emphasize the Eyes

I use the Color Balm bronze color in the crease area of my eyes and slightly above the crease since I have hooded eyes. You can certainly use your finger to apply it, but I’m going to put some on the back of my wrist and then apply it with a brush.

I’m going to use a brush because I want to be a little more precise where I apply it. Sometimes I like to put just a tiny bit of the Color Balm in “Blush” on my eyelids, but today I’m just going to stick with the eye primer on my lids since it does brighten the eye area.

Protect Your Lips with Color and Shine

And our final step is our lips. First, I’m going to use my L’Oreal Age Perfect Lip Liner in “Splendid Plum” and then apply the Colorescience Color Balm in “Berry” on my lips. Again, I’m going to put it on the back of my wrist and pick it up with this small brush.

Since I definitely want to apply some lip gloss, I’m going to use one of these three Lip Shine glosses with an SPF of 35 over the color balm on my lips. The Lip Shine glosses come in Rose, Pink, Champagne, Coral and Clear.

Powder with Purpose

The last product I’m using is the Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush On Shield which is a mineral powder with an SPF of 50. It comes in 4 colors: Fair, Medium, Tan and Deep and I’m going to use the “Fair.” It can be worn alone or over makeup.

What’s especially nice is that it comes in a handy compact applicator with brush so it can easily fit into a purse. Before applying, just tap the applicator three times – with the powder end at the top – and then apply. I’m going to put it along my T-zone area. And by the way, this product also comes in a sheer matte untinted version that has a 30 SPF.

Have you been using sunscreens for a long time? Have you found some that work especially well with makeup? What are some of your favorites?

Crystal Kung Minkoff’s Beige Round Sunglasses

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 11 Episode 4 Fashion

Crystal Kung Minkoff’s beige round sunglasses are an absolute must-have. They are simple and would go with just about everything. Sunglasses have been my fav thing to accessorize with lately, and I have probably bought about 20 pairs in the last month. And of course I’m about to order yet another because these babies are fully stocked AND easy on the wallet. I mean protecting your eyes from the sun has never looked so good. Now if only they could protect your ears from unwanted drama.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

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