Eco Beauty - What is it?
Organic , vegan and cruelty-free ! Means NO of the following ingredients are in a cosmetic product :
- No petrochemicals, synthetic substances or mineral oils
- No ingredients of animal origin
- No talc or bismuth oxychloride
- No parabens (Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Isobutylparaben and Propylparaben)
- No harmful fillers
- No genetically modified ingredients
- No fragrances or colour components of non-organic or synthetic origin
- No anti-microbial agents produced from non-organic sources
- No chelating agents based on EDTA and its salts
- No fatty chain source material of petrochemical origin
- No sulphonation, ethoxylation or propoxylation
- No alkyl sulphates •sodium coco sulphate, ammonium lauryl sulphate)
- No alkyl ether sulphates (eg. sodium laureth sulphate, ammonium laureth sulphate)
- No polyethylene glycol (PEGS)
- No polysorbates (eg. polysorbate 20)
- No ethanolamides (eg. cocamide DEA, cocamide MEA)
- No chemically synthesized sunscreens
- No potentially harmful preservatives such as parabens and sodium benzoate
- No gluten or lactose
Healthy skin starts with skin approved natural products !
Model: @aishabowe - Founder / CEO STEMboard
Makeup & Hair Styling : Vali @valistudios
Vegan Beauty Series Vol : 1 : Baking / Set Powder
As the beauty industry grows in the eco-beauty category we are able to purchase just about any product that is vegan and cruelty free at our finger tips! However me as a professional makeup artist and cosmotogist find that the performance of these products don’t always deliver the results I desire for photography use, which a lot of makeup artists this is key when using products!
So I ask you to join me on my discovery journey through the vegan & cruelty free products as I test them myself for performance before I do a review!
Featured Vegan & Cruelty free Product Spotlight :
Makeup Revolution Banana Series!
Use to bake and set your makeup for long-wearing, oil-absorbing results !
Vegan
$8 at Ulta
shade range is beautiful created to not go red/grey on deeper tones.
@makeuprevoltion
photo: owner
Meet Vali.
Vali Valentin started Valistudios in 2012 as a company of beauty and wellness! Offering luxury services in hair , makeup and wardrobe for all tones of skin and all textures of hair, no matter the ethic background we customize and meet the clients desires.
Valistudios is committed to its mission and thank you for trusting our services! Stay tuned for new services and offers for Summer 2019!
Photo Credit : Zakur Photograpy @tupaczakur
Model: Vali Creator / CEO / Stylist
Textures x Tones
We welcome ALL textures & tones for services for makeup & hair services! Check out IG @valistudios for more updates and news!
Photo credit : Images of Valistudios hair & makeup guests.
WUSA9 Layla Khepri
Live performance from guest music artist Layla Khepri with Great Day America performs her hit single “Smile & Wave”.
Makeup / Hair : Vali -Valistudios
Private Lesson
We offer private workshops for those wanting more 1-1 instruction , we provide the materials and customized a learning lesson for you to get the most out of your session!
Learn more , click the reserve tab!
#bestof2018
Let’s make 2019 amazing! Thank you to all our guests and amazing supporters! Stay tuned for more ...
Short hair Don’t care.
How many people have cut their hair ? Either for trendy look, or because you said why not ?! Try the pixie ! Lol .. Either way it’s rather it takes some guts to take more than 4 inches of hair ! I recently had to re-start my own hair due to stress it started thin ; me “I am not my hair “ if something has to be cut it has to go, so I did it! I had to take maybe 2 inches off which isn’t a whole lot ! Yes I know , but it does make a major difference! It felt rather liberating while cutting it , I have more uniform hairstyle now and it’s easy to grow -out healthy!
3 tips for haircuts & Beauty Secrets
• Make sure you communicate how many inches you would like to stylist, ask for a comb to demonstrate if needed.
• trims every 3-4 months helps adviod split ends !
• beauty tip : make sure you define your eyebrows , short hair styles draws more focus on the face ..creating a defined brow balances out feminine features. I used brow pencil. The photo below I faded her brow to appear “bleached” for the desired look.
Model : Jae
MUA / styling/photo : Vali
Color Theory - Why ?
Color theory is the foundation of how colors appear to flow in design of any form of art, it shows with beauty industry with colors selected to make you “feel” something! For example, the color green means “ZEN”, or can also be defined as “Greed” , depends on the mood of the creative. Why do you think Target , or Mc Ds always makes you want / desire it? Primary color Red is used massive with their marketing , Red symbolizes passion and love . Not to add butttt doesnt their popcorn & fries smell amazing lol!?
Study color theory as a artist this is a major key in EVERY form of art , hair , makeup , fashion!
What colors do you see first in this photo!?
model : TTtheartist
photo : ebradleyrobinson
MUA : Vali
Hair Care x Vacation
Going on vacation for the holidays !? As we all like to travel and get up and away from time to time , we must always remember our main travel buddy, your hair ! TSA requires 3.4oz or less for travel items , take your favorite hair care with you! Simply place your products for your trip by purchasing a TSA approved travel bottles, this way you can safely bring all your hair lovers with you and still take care of your mane!
TOP 3 Tips:
• Pack the essentials! shampoo & conditioner with a thermal/UVB protectant Leave-In treatment . (color -treated )
• Bring a hair mask and clarifying cleanser. ( great for after the sea or pool )
• Always make sure liquids are less than 3.4oz
Model : Danni
Hair by: Vali
Service: Texture Blonding / wash & go styling
Street Style.
What’s your favorite product for UVA protection for hair color!?
I’m all ears! I love using any product with sunflower oil and sealing agents for added protection !
Model :Danni
Service : Free-hand hair Painting & tone. Virgin hair.
Product : Wella , Design Essentials
Hair : Vali
Texture : Blonde Care Tips
Texture and curly hair is so beautiful when blonde ! But let’s admit we are all hesitant to experience due to bad past salon experience, or damage to hair Right!? The key to healthy blonde is treatments and “lifting” slow! So remember, if you desire silver hair and your hair is brown that is serveral (8)levels higher than your natural color, that’s quite a journey! No higher than 20vol on my clients each service, and I always pre-book next process to keep it steady and ready !
Tips :
•Always use a leave -in treatment with color hair!
•Weekly treatments are key ! Use a repairing mask to help shine and moisture!
•Trim those ends! Keep your end fresh and healthy to advoid split ends ! Every 3-4 months is recommended.
HAIR by Vali.
Valistudios now offers hair services ranging from color to natural texture styles! All hair textures welcomed!
model : Alex
Service Booked : free lights / hair Painting / color balancing / blow-out styling
Product : Wella
Luxury X Texture
Curly , textured , or dry hair ? It needs moisture products to draw in hyadration to define the hair! Making it more manageable, soft and shiny! Try these hair products for a luxurious experience!
Oribe hair care blends natural extracts with top-level treatment technology, Free of parabens, soduim chloride and color-safe! Find at your local Bluemercury retailer!
Cleanse hair first with Oribe cleansing crem for moisture and control, this Oribe signature complex consists of watermelon , lychee, edelweiss flower extracts ! Also has artichoke leaf extract rich in vita A,B, and C ! Shampoo , rinse and then add the following styling aids!
Curly styling : Use Oribe curl silkening cream on damp hair encouraging curl pattern for extra definition, air dry for tighter curls.
Blow-dry /Straightening: Use on damp hair , section by section , before blowing out smooth , flat -iron adds perfection.
Shop these products at Bluemercury.com
Photo @idreamcoffie
Beauty Gifts that Impress!
Jingle bells, jingle bells! It's that time of year! Don't know what to get your beauty junkie for the holidays !? Try these TOP Picks Limited Edition Sets of modern & fun from Smith&Cult ! Addictive, crave worthy & Fascinating! I've tried these myself and I'm so excited share these beautiful sets ! Great for everyday wear or a girls night out ! Also did I mention? Smith & Cult is Vegan, gluten-free, paraben free!? Yassss!
Smith & Cult holiday limited edition set !
Features high performance formaulas flawless application! 3 textures of polish you can wear together or separate ! 100% free of harmful ingredients! Shop at Bluemercury.com Photo @idreamcoffie
Loveeee this set! Features 3 of the top shades ! Creamy, soft texture goes on smoothly, drys matte , and hydrates with green tea to condition damaged lips. Use as a lip tint or apply more for a more brighter look. Shop at Bluemercury.com Photo @idreamcoffie
Get these sets and much more of the collection at Bluemercury.com or stores!
Fall Warm Glow
Products Used :
Foundation: Nars Sheer Glow
Smith&Cult Fade the Sun lip lacquer
Smith and Cult Highlight in summersault on cheeks and skin
Photo AJGLOVER Model Veronica King
PUMA X Club Queen
Model : @tttheartist
Photo : @ebradlyrobinson
waredrobe : @thatssorose @puma
MUA : Valistudios @valistudio
Hair @thequeenexperience