The Best Foundation Brush and the Secret to Getting it Super Clean!
The foundation brush used and how you apply your foundation can make all the difference. You want your face and skin to appear smooth, flawless, and like you aren’t even wearing makeup. Check out my fave brushes and how to clean them!
Kiss Messy Lipstick and Lip Gloss Goodbye
I have found an easy-to-use solution for lips without having to reapply! These individually wrapped, portable, disposable, waterproof lip stains have made my mornings so much easier! They are quick and easy to apply and cost-effective.
What’s the Difference Between Russian Hair and Indian Hair?
Unless you are a psychotic researcher like me then you probably don’t know much about the hair extension industry and why it matters where you get your hair from. Let’s explore two common types and what to look for when purchasing high-quality extensions!
The ManiMe At Home Nail System
I was really excited to try the ManiMe gel nails. It seems like a great concept, no lights are needed, the nails would come pre-sized to fit my nails perfectly, and it would take 5 minutes! What could go wrong
A Day in the Life of A Beauty Educator
Here at The Original HMF, I frequently wear many hats. I’m a wife, a mother, and an entrepreneur - and most days I have to accomplish something with all three. Ever wondered what a day in my busy life looks like? I'm going to take you along on an action-packed, behind-the-scenes view of my day and give you a few tips and tricks that consistently make my days easier.
Mermaid Hair Tutorial
Summertime is in full swing, and I’ve got the perfect, EASY, hair tutorial for you. Mermaid waves look better the messier they are, and only get better day after day. What better summertime vibe for a night sipping cocktails by the water, or paired with a sundress for a quick, stylish, summer look?
How to Pick Your Perfect Medical Provider for Your Next Beauty Service
Picking a medical provider for a big beauty investment service can be an overwhelming and stressful task. It's very important to educate yourself on all of your options (procedure and practitioner). I'm going to provide you with a few tips to keep in mind that can help you find the perfect person and place for you so that you can be comfortable in your beauty investment.
Mascara Mania
Summer is here and I feel bald without my eyelash extensions, so I figured what better time to try out all the new and improved mascaras available. Plus there are so many that I already love that I had to share. Below you will find the perfect mascara for you with a variety of types, brands, and price points!
M-61 Skintastic Skincare
I was recently gifted three M-61 products by Influenster and Blue Mercury, to try and give my honest opinion on them. They ended up being so amazing that I decided to write a full blog post on them because they are effective, easy to use, and affordable.
Lashify Trial and Review
DIY Lash Extensions? How hard can it be? On this guest blog, Alina explains the entire Lashify system, tries them out for the first time, then shares her final thoughts after a couple of weeks of using them.
BBL and Halo Laser
I kept seeing the BBL and Halo Laser all over the internet and the results were insane! It was dubbed the “filter” laser because after treatment your real-life skin looks as amazing as it does when you apply a filter to your Instagram Stories.
Face Work Ahead
Filler and Neurotoxins are minimally invasive and temporary medical treatments to cosmetically enhance our natural beauty. They can be used to reduce the signs of aging or correct medial malformations or things that we just don’t like or bother us.
Everything You Need To Know About The Dyson Airwrap
A few months ago I hopped on a Zoom call and was immediately struck by how amazing the friend on screen’s hair looked. I assumed she had gotten a professional blowout because that’s what it looked like. I was amazed to find out that she had achieved this level of beautiful blown-out hair with the Dyson Airwrap.
The Lazy HMF Makeup Tutorial
I'll be real, my fellow HMF's. Some days, I just don't have the time (or the energy 😅) to put into a full face of glam. That's when I'll take advantage of this quick, easy, and CUTE makeup routine. It utilizes some of my favorite products, and only takes FIVE minutes! Check it out!
Ohora Nail System
Ohora Nail are DIY gel nail strips that you seal with UV light. It’s a semicure gel nail made from real liquid gel.
This system sounds amazing, right? Unfortunately not so much…
Diamond Hair Botox
I’m always down to try a new hair treatment, especially when it claims to smooth and make my hair extra shiny. When I first heard about Hair Botox I thought “WHAT?!?!” Then I tried it and I was hooked!
Cool Tone for a Hot Summer Body
I decided to up my summer bod game and give myself a little bit of that extra edge going into swimsuit season and I’ve gone back and forth about how I feel about this particular body treatment. Keep reading to find out my final thoughts on whether Cool Tone was worth the investment.
Summertime Swap
Summertime and the Living is easy… which is why I make many beauty transitions for those hot summer days!
Salon vs Suite
How do you decide where your Beauty home is? How do you know when to stick to a salon and when to head to the suite? A lot of that has to with your personality and style. Are you shy or an introvert? You probably prefer a suite. Do you love the energy and fast-paced nature of a busy restaurant? Then a salon is probably a better fit. Your beauty journey is personal to you!
The Lash Lift
From 7+ years ago, until now - some things never change. One of those things is my love for this lash treatment! The perfect thing for summer months when you aren’t keeping up with lash extensions, but you still want dark, full lashes.