How to Apply False Lashes – 5 Pro Tips {+ VIDEO}

Do you want to change up your look in a matter of seconds?

Wear falsies!

Fake eyelashes provide the easiest way to change up your look in a matter of seconds.

BUT, are false lashes for special occasions or everyday?

I wear falsies on the daily – don’t wait for a special occasion.

Every day is a special occasion!

Let me tell you a true story:

In Seventh Grade, I wore make up to school for the first time. (Bright blue eye shadow, mascara and Bubble Gum pink Lipstick!)…

I didn’t even make it to lunch time.  The boys in my class were brutal.  They laughed at me and called me a “prostitute”.  One boy pinched my neck and left a mark; it looked like a hickey.

I was humiliated, embarrassed and ashamed. 

This was a significant emotional experience at 12 years old, that resulted in low self esteem issues and me never wearing makeup again – until I was 40 years old.

(However, I did wear false lashes!)

Ok, let’s face it – fake eyelashes can be a little intimidating.

They’re kinda tricky to put on at first and may seem a bit dramatic when you’re not used to them.

Here’s 5 Tips for Applying False Lashes:

{Prep:  Squirt a little drop of * lash glue on the box so it can set a little.}

TIP #1:

Apply black or brown eyeliner pencil on top eyelid.  (This way you won’t have “skin” showing if you don’t get the lash strip as close as necessary)

TIP #2:

Gently pull lashes off the package.  There is a tiny bit of glue residue – set the lashes on your lash line to make sure the lashes FIT! (Very Important)

TIP #3:

If they are too long -snip the strip.  (DO NOT SNIP WHILE LASHES ARE ON YOUR EYES!) – Then, set the lashes on your lash line again to make sure they look good.  VERY IMPORTANT:  YOU NEED TO DO THIS TO BOTH EYES – EACH OF OUR EYES ARE DIFFERENT SIZES.

TIP #4:

Use a tooth pick or the rounded tip of a makeup brush (that’s a pro tip); dip the tooth pick or brush tip into the drop of * lash glue – apply a fine line of *lash glue along the bottom edge of the strip.  Wave it around (don’t blow on it – yuk! spit & bacteria) for at least 30 seconds until glue is tacky.  THE SECRET IS TO LET THE GLUE GET TACKY!  So it’s not shhmudging all over the place.

TIP #5:

Look DOWN into a mirror (so you can keep your eyes open – to see what the heck you’re doing!) and set the lash strip on the skin just above your natural lashes.

I recommend Duo Lash Glue (It’s waterproof, it dries clear and it sticks!)

BONUS TIP!  WHEN YOU’RE REMOVING YOUR LASHES –

Gently pull lash strip from the outside in towards your nose. (Don’t pull straight out!)

Also, I DON’T RECOMMEND that you sleep in your lashes… but if you pass out!… you’ll be okay!

WATCH MY QUICK APPLICATION VIDEO HERE.

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Glitter More.

Lash Long.

Lipstick Boss!

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How to Narrow Your Niche – The Perfect Elevator Pitch

Are you tired of being the best kept secret?

Have you ever had a friend, or someone from your networking group give a referral to someone else because they didn’t realize EXACTLY what you do?

Ouch!

When I first started going to networking events and giving my 30 second (elevator speech), I sounded like a drunk cowboy.

I uhhhhh… my name is…. ummmm, I help anybody….”

Honestly, the most painful 30 seconds of the day. (for me and I’m sure, for my audience)

Listen…I WANT to be my own boss.  I WANT to help people.

After all, I’ve got tons of credentials, mad skills and a bubbly personality! ! !

I feel like EVERYBODY could benefit from my products and/or my services.

My problem… I was marketing to the masses, and it wasn’t until I narrowed my niche that I found my perfect clients, my confidence and constant cash flow!

So next time you are at a networking event, talking to a stranger in the grocery line (prospecting at Publix), or at a party and someone asks you, “What do you do?”,

Do This.

Say, ” Hi, My name is _________________(say it sllllooowly),

I help __________(specifically WHO you help),

_____________________(exactly WHAT you help them do)!

That’s it.

Nothing more. Nothing less.

Wait for their Reaction, Comment or Question.

Your Perfect Clients will Self-Select and your friends will know exactly what you do and they will be excited to give you referrals!

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My name is NANCY JOSEPH.

I help aspiring and existing Makeup Artists turn their passion for makeup into a full time freelance career!

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You are NOT meant to work with everybody! Networking Guide (eBook)

Maybe it’s time to give up and get a “real job”.

That was my first thought when I got home after a thirty minute drive from yet another speaking engagement with no book sales and no emails for my list.

I was about to text my mentor and tell her “I Suck. I Quit.” when all of sudden, I realized what I did wrong.

I spent half a day speaking to a group of people who were NOT my target market.  Fail.

 

It reminded me of when I used to go to networking events (before I created my personal brand), and wasted time, energy and money; because I was

  • prospecting everybody with a pulse and a pocketbook,
  • sharing my products and opportunity with everybody within a 3 foot radius;
  • and collecting business cards from everybody.

This is NOT how to grow your business or your brand.

You are NOT meant to work with everybody!

If you want to learn how to attract your ideal clients, make an impact and reach your income goals then you need this FREE ebook… FACE TO FACE: A Strategy Guide for Networking.

Click HERE or the Image above

YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO:

Build your Personal Brand

Attract your Ideal Customer

Create an Authentic + Magnetic ‘Elevator Pitch’

5 Ways to make a good First Impression

and much, much more!

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“If you’re your authentic self you have no competition”

PS – If you know of a group of women entrepreneurs who would like to prosper in business + life, please tell them about me and tell me about them.  Email me at nancy@nancyjoseph.com

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Three Ways to Strengthen Your Brand With Your Style

Every day you make the decision to get out of bed, get dressed and step outside.  So fortunately, every day you have the opportunity to strengthen your brand.

Did you know that your clothes are the most powerful non-verbal tool that you have?

That means that your clothes are your power tools and your closet is like your tool box.

Style is “self expression”

Style is how you speak to the world without words.  It’s how you visually present your inner self.

Being stylish is about embracing your individuality and radiating that spirit in your work, relationships, and everywhere else.

Creating your own personal brand can increase your self-confidence and your connection with others, heightening your presence and ultimately leading to personal and professional success.

Here are three ways to use beauty and fashion as tools of self-expression to create your own personal brand.

1. Do your hair.

Your hair is your crowning glory.  Your most important accessory.  Pick a style that reflects your personality, complements your face shape and your body frame.

2. Makeup your face.

Makeup enhances your natural beauty.  You don’t need to wear a full face of makeup (unless you want to) but a little mascara makes your eyes look captivating + the right color lipstick will boost your mood and make your eyes sparkle.

3. Put some thought into your outfit.

Think three pieces.   A top, a bottom and a cover piece (i.e., jacket, cardigan, vest) – it’s that third element that bumps up your outfit to the next level and truly expresses your personal brand.

I want to encourage you to put your best self together (do your hair, makeup your face, and put some thought into your outfit).

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IMAGINE how you would feel if you had a wardrobe that excited you and made you shine?

When you walk into a room I want you to feel self-assured and comfortable about how you look, because your clothes accurately support and express who you are.

When you feel good about the way you look, you do better, you sparkle and people take notice.

You already have style – it may just need a little guidance.

I’d like to INVITE you to join me in the totally FREE 5 Days to Build Your Brand Challenge!

 

Learn to SPARKLE online and in person with this FREE 5-Day Challenge.

I promise this challenge will change your life!

P.S. Your SIGNATURE STYLE & CONFIDENCE are just a few days away!  Join the FREE 5 Day Build Your Brand Challenge TODAY!

(Click on the pink lips above to join the Private facebook Group)

 

 

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How To Layer Clothes for Fall: Avoid Looking Like a Bag Lady

When the temperature drops, it’s all about pumpkin spice and layering.

Layering your clothing is a tried and true way to maximize your comfort in the outdoors.

Layering is a technique.

BEWARE

“There is a fine line between layering and looking like the homeless woman who is wearing everything she owns!” (The Fashionating Life Formula: How to Build Your Self-Confidence)

The Biggest Mistake I see women making when they layer their clothes is looking bigger than they really are.

Here is the Secret to Layering:

Pick items that are varying lengths.

When your clothes are all the same length, they are going to look too puffy.

A jacket, sweater & shirt that are all different lengths will help you avoid this and create a much slimmer style.

Tell me… is your appearance important to you?  Are you projecting the look you want or are your clothes boring with no real sense of style?

Finally, How many times have you said “No” to an activity or social event due to low confidence?

If you want to be more confident but don’t know how, I have a book for you.

 Introducing…

The Fashionating Life Formula:  How to Build Your Self-Confidence.




In these pages you’ll discover:

  • How to identify and develop your personal image
  • How to take care of your skin and put your best face forward
  • How to get healthy and increase your happy factor
  • Why your image impacts your income, your outcome and your overall happines
  • How to build your wardrobe and your bank account

If you want to be more confident but don’t know how, this book is for you.

(Available on Amazon for $14.95)

BUT!!!!!

FOR A LIMITED TIME – Get an Autographed Copy and Start Your Transformation for ONLY $12 (includes shipping – U.S. only)

 




A recent study states that 73% of women shopped for clothes at least every few months;

and 96% believed that what they wear affects how confident they feel.

 

“Personally and professionally I was in a slump.

 Life just went on… since going through Nancy’s program, I have increased my self-esteem and confidence…

Nancy truly has made my life better” – KELLY

P.S – You deserve to look good and feel good everyday!  Get your autographed copy TODAY!

Source: Goodtherapy.org, WikiHow/layer-clothes

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Missing Eyebrows: Learn How To Fill in Your Brows Without Looking Crazy (VIDEO)

Eyebrows are Important!

They frame our eyes.  Without them we look like Uncle Fester from the Addams Family. Yikes!

As we mature our brows lighten and become sparse.  Light, thin, short brows make us look OLDER and TIRED.  It’s important to color them in.

How to Fill in Your Brows so they look natural and polished.

It’s as Easy as 1, 2, 3

1)Find a powder or gel that is the color of the darkest shade in your hair.  Put the product on an angled brush.

** you can dampen the brush for a darker color **

2) Start in the center of your brow and apply small strokes.

3) Without adding more product; go to the beginning of the brow and fill in and all the way through to the end (again, using small strokes)

Your brow should be aiming for the top part of your ear – where it connects to your head.  Do not curve it down.  You will appear SAD 🙁 and OLDER.  If you curve them up you will appear CRAZY.

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PS – See a professional to pluck, wax or thread your brows if they’re out of control.

I’m not a fan of tatooed eyebrows, especially on mature skin – I’m afraid they look unnatural.

PSS – Makeup techniques need to change as we age.  It’s important to update your makeup routine so you look more CONFIDENT and ATTRACTIVE every day.  If you know you’re going to need some help with that, just subscribe and you will receive fashion & beauty tips, tricks, and training all related to the beauty of mid-life.  Let’s get connected!  It’s an honor to help you.

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