Archive for January, 2011

Ask Mischo Beauty…

This week's question comes from a reader, who asked the following:"Can you please recommend a blow dryer for natural, curly African-American hair?"There are so many great hair dryers on the market right now, which work for ALL hair types, so it's hard to recommend just one (in addition to the...

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COVERGIRL Queen Collection Lipsticks

There are some new lipsticks in town, ladies, courtesy of the COVERGIRL Queen Collection. Hypoallergenic and infused with a silk protein designed to soften your lips more and more with each wear, they are available in a range of colors specifically suited to women of color. The selection...

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Does your esthetician double-dip during your waxing service?

If your esthetician is doing this, then you need to RUN! It's unsafe, unsanitary and just disgusting. Think about it- most estheticians use one wax pot on all clients. So, if double-dipping occurs during the brazilian waxing service performed before your appointment, then the wax used for...

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Mischo Beauty Review: The Boutique Spa at The Ritz-Carlton

As much as I love beauty, and love spending time in Georgetown, I can't say that I have a favorite beauty salon or spa in the Georgetown neighborhood. But, that has now changed due to my visit and facial at The Boutique Spa at The Ritz-Carlton.Located on the ground...

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Mischo Beauty School: Hyperpigmentation 101

As a follow-up to this week's "Ask Mischo Beauty...", I realized it's been a while since I last discussed hyperpigmentation. I receive questions on Twitter, almost daily, from those wanting product recommendations to treat dark marks, spots and areas as a result of acne/breakouts. My response is always...

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Mischo Beauty Extra: Milani Cosmetics One Coat Glitter Nail Polish

These were just too cute not to mention - I'm sure you all know by now how much I love anything glittery, shimmery, sparkly and covered in sequins! Milani Cosmetics' One Coat Glitter nail polish collection is seriously a steal! And on another note, I'll have a full...

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Mischo Beauty Challenge Update: “A Healthy, Sexy & Beautiful 2011″

So this is my weekly check-in! I wanted to quickly mention the Rene Furterer dietary supplements (for hereditary and sudden/temporary hair loss) shown above. I'm not one to really advocate the use of supplements over a proper diet (as discussed here), but I do understand the need at...

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