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how-to wear shimmer at any age!

August 24, 08

I’ve been getting a lot of questions from women asking me if they can wear “shimmer” after the age of 30?  And my answer to that question, is absolutely!

Shimmer is used in cosmetics to help create a subtle glow to your makeup application. And there’s nothing I love more then a beautiful ”glow”, so here are some easy tips on how to add a little shimmer in your life at any age!

• Make sure you’re using “shimmer” and not “glitter”.  Glitter, is a great way to add sparkle to a look, but is primarily used by fun teenagers or in stage makeup to help reflect light.  Shimmer is the more subdued relative, and can be worn by anyone.

I hope this helped you out! And always remember to have fun while doing your makeup, and don’t forget to wake.up & make.up!

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Calling all Aspiring Makeup Artists!

August 20, 08

Do you have a passion for Makeup?  Have you always wanted to become a Professional Makeup Artist?  Do you aspire to learn makeup and hair techniques from the pro’s for Film and Television, Theatre, Special Effects and Airbrushing? 

In just a few weeks, I will be one of the new teachers at the George Brown College’s, Yorkville School of Makeup and Esthetics here in Toronto, Ontario.

I’ve been getting a lot of emails from aspiring Makeup Artists asking me how to get started in the industry, and this is the perfect opportunity!  I will be teaching a great course – Professional Makeup Artist 1 – starting in November – and if you’ve always dreamed of becoming a Makeup Artist and this sounds like something you might be interested in, please feel free to email me or call the school for more information: 416.920.4906.

However, if becoming a Professional Makeup Artist isn’t for you, but you still love the idea of makeup, we also offer non-certificate Personal Makeup Courses, which I will also be teaching starting in September.  This course is perfect for anyone who’s looking to learn easy do-it-yourself makeup techniques on how to look and feel great each and everyday! 

Please feel free to email me if you’re interested in this great opportunity!

Click Here, for more information!

And, don’t forget to wake.up & make.up!  

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Removing your eye make.up - is easy!

August 19, 08

Ladies, let me introduce you to one of my favourite products on the market: Lid-Care Towelettes.  It’s the most gentle, non-irritating eye makeup remover I have ever tried.  I first got introduced to this product when I got Laser eye surgery a few years ago.  I remember the Doctor saying that I had to use extremely gentle cleansers on my eyes for the first little while after surgery, and that’s when he gave me Lid-Care.  I have been hooked ever since.

My favourite, are the ones that come already pre-moistened and individually wrapped.  They are super easy to use and excellent for traveling!!  You never have to worry about your product spilling in your suitcase ever again!

It’s especially great for contact lens wearers and for people who have really sensitive eyes.  You can find Lid-Care over the counter at most pharmacies like Shoppers Drug Mart and Walmart, in the eye care section.

This is a definite Must Have, for everyday and/or for traveling!

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Light and Illuminating

August 14, 08

On those days when you don’t feel like wearing foundation, but you still want to even out your skin tone, try using a tinted moisturizer.  My favourite product on the market hands down is Laura Mercier’s Tinted Moisturizer.  It has the perfect amount of lightweight buildable coverage that leaves your skin looking and feeling flawless! And, if you have sensitive or acne-prone skin, it also comes in oil-free, so it’s good for all skin types!  

Also, try their NEW! Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 20.  It doesn’t have as much coverage as the original, but it’s like radiance in a bottle. A great way to add a beautiful glow!

And, don’t forget to wake.up & make.up!

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Manicure and Pedicure at home!

July 28, 08

I love getting my nails done - it’s super relaxing! But, with my busy schedule, it’s really hard to make time to go to the spa (…considering, I’m still trying to find the time to go to the gym!)

So to get a great manicure and pedicure at home in minutes, you’re going to want to follow these two easy steps:

STEP ONE: Exfoliate and Moisturize

If you’re not too sure what exfoliating does, it removes dead skin cells that lye on the surface of your skin, and if not removed, it will leave your skin dry, rough and dull looking - so it’s super important to exfoliate before any manicure and pedicure.

Moisturizing the skin afterwards with a good lotion is a great way to lock in moisture, leaving your skin silky smooth.

I just tried OPI Manicure Pedicure Cucumber Scrub and Massage, and I absolutely fell in love!  Not only did the scrub and massage leave my skin feeling like butter, it smelt amazing!  With natural sugar crystals, antioxidant pineapple and soothing cucumber extract, I really felt like I brought the spa to my bathtub! And it honestly feels amazing!  aaaaahhhh…

STEP TWO: Nail Polish

Before I begin any nail polish application, I always use a good base coat. My new favourite base coat on the market right now is OPI Start to Finish, it’s a base coat, top coat and nail strengthener all in one.  And now it comes in a Formaldehyde-Free formula that is great for sensitive nails - like mine!! Yiippee!

Next, I apply my nail polish.  I very rarely apply the same colour to both my hands and feet. I like to use darker colours (like OPI: Lunch at the Delhi) on my toes

and very light, pretty colours (like: OPI: Get Me To The Taj On Time) on my hands.

And that’s it! A spa manicure and pedicure from the comfort of your home in just minutes!

And, Ladies, don’t forget to wake.up & make.up!

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Mini Flat Iron - So Cute!

July 26, 08

Ladies, let me introduce you to the BaByliss PRO Nano Titanium 6″ Mini Flat Iron!  

Not only is this the cutest and smallest flat iron I have ever seen!  It also works amazing!  (Who new something so small would work so great!)

The Nano Titanium is truly the size of my hand and heats up in under one minute, which is perfect for traveling and styling on the go!

And not only does it style great, it’s also perfect for straightening your bangs, because it’s small enough to reach even the shortest hair, and I love that!

But, the best part is that it sells for $28.99 at BeautyChoice.com - which is a great online retail store, selling top of the line, beauty related products at a great price!  (Thanks BeautyChoice for sending me this great product!)

And Ladies, don’t forget to wake.up & make.up!

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Back to School College Makeover

July 21, 08

Head back to school in style with easy do-it yourself hair, makeup and fashion tips from the pro’s!

Click Here to see it Live on FLARE.com!

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Super-Size your Lashes!

July 15, 08

As you know I am always on the look out for the next best mascara!  Because regardless of the occassion, mascara is one product a women should never leave home without! (My mom always say’s that if she doesn’t wear mascara, she’ll look like a “plucked chicken”…I swear she used those exact words! lol!)

So, the other day I received a brand NEW product from Maybelline New York, called: The Volum’ Express Colossal Mascara.  I was so excited to try it, because not only did it look great in it’s bright yellow packaging, but it also said that it was going to make my lashes 9X the volume in just one coat!

So I decided to put it to the test - and let me tell you, it definitely measured up!  My lashes looked amazing in just a few seconds!

This mascara has the perfect ‘volumizing’ MegaBrush and is made with collagen (a unique formula) which helps to make the lashes look plump and full!  And the best part, it has a suggested retail price of $7.99!!

A definite Makeup Must Have!!  I would love to hear what you think of this mascara!!! Yiippee!!

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Pointed Foundation Brush

July 5, 08

Ladies, if you’re looking for a great foundation brush, I highly recommend the pointed Kabuki Foundation brush from adesign.  It not only feels fantastic and looks cute, but it also helps to apply your foundation evenly without streaks. 

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Glow is in, Shine is not.

June 28, 08

This Summer, it’s all about healthy glowing skin.  But, it’s really important to remember that although a “glow” is in, “shine” is not.  So if you begin to notice that your make.up is looking a bit shiny - try using blotting papers to help get rid of the shine, while keeping your makeup in place!

Tweezerman just came out with a cool new portable and convenient way to “blot” this Summer.  The blotting papers come in this really neat dispenser.  You simply pull out the the desired amount of paper, then close the lid and tear upwards. I love it!!  A Definte Must-Have! Yeah!

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Ask Sandy G - Healthy Hair

June 28, 08

Question:

Hi Sandy, I’m from Guelph and i have a question. In every video your hair is super silky and shiny.Is it natural? or do you use something to make it look that gorgeous?
do you know of any products i could use to make my hair as shiny as yours?
please help.   p.s. im a big fan of your website!  (Jassica)

Answer:

Dear: High Shine,

Thank you for your email.  My hair colour is natural, but I do use some incredible hair products that leave my hair looking and feeling fantastic!

Below is a list of my favourite hair products all from Schwarzkopf Professional that I use everyday!

For VOLUME:  I use OSiS+ Volume Shot, Flexible Styling Mousee

For HOLD:  I use SILHOUETTE, Pure Formula Invisible Hold

For STYLING:  I use OSiS+ BUFF, Styling Cream

For CONDITIONING: I use BC BONACURE, Hairtherapy MOISTURE KICK, moisture spray conditioner

I hope this helped you out! And, don’t forget to Wake.up & Make.up! 

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Ask SandyG - How to keep your eyeliner from smudging?

June 28, 08

Question:

Hi Sandy,
I was wondering if there is anything I could use to prevent my eye make up from smudging or smearing, especially when I apply it right in the lash line; it smudges right below my eyes making it look as if I have “raccoon eyes”. Is there a technique I could do, or a specific brand of eye liner you could recommend to prevent it from smearing? (Orlena)

Answer:

Dear Smudges,

There are a few ways you can prevent your eyeliner from smudging.  Here are two easy tips and techniques:

1. Use a HARD eyeliner pencil.  A soft eyeliner pencil is great to use when creating a smokey eye, because it’s great for smudging.  But, if you’re looking to keep your eyeliner in place, I would suggest using a hard eyeliner pencil.  My favourite eyeliner on the market is:  ANNABELLE Kohl Eyeliner.  Not only do these pencils stay on all day long - they also retail for under $5.00!!! amazing!

2. Layer.  Going over your eyeliner a few times, helps to keep it on longer. This is a great way to help keep your eyeliner in place!

I really hope this helped you out!  And, don’t forget to wake.up & make.up! 

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happiface got a makeover!

June 27, 08

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As you can see, happiface got a makeover!  And, I have to say a big Thank You to Chad at Maifith Design for doing such an incredible job!  I highly recommend him!!!  

The philosophy of Maifith is “…to create custom, user friendly and accessible designs that match our clients specific needs. At Maifith Design, the client comes first.”  And they did exactly that!

Ladies, I would love to know what you think of the new design?!  What you love the most?  And if there is anything else you would like to see?!  Thanks so much!!

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Sandy Gold on Breakfast Television - Toronto

June 24, 08

Hi Ladies!  Tomorrow morning - Wednesday June 25th - I will be going live on Breakfast Television in Toronto to share my ‘5 minute Wake.up & Make.up Routine’ and some really cool tips on how to make your own lipgloss at home!  You can catch me on Citytv anytime after 7:30am!  

Quick Update on today:  My interview on Global Morning News went amazing!  Everyone at Global was absolutely fantastic - we had such a great time.  The Producer Dorin, was extremely helpful and the Host Zuraidah was so sweet!  I was able to take some behind the scenes footage, that I promise to post as soon as possible!

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happiface on The New 1031 Fresh FM and Rogers Television

June 23, 08

Hi Ladies!  I just wanted to let you all know, that this week I’m on a media tour sharing some of my Summer Beauty tips with various radio stations, tv shows and magazines.  I’m going to try upload a video and or post everyday with behind the scenes footage and fun stories to share with you guys!

So, my first interview today was for The New 1031 Fresh FM in London, Ontario.  I was interviewed by Jeff Kelly the Host of “Fresh FM Live at 5″.  It was so much fun and Jeff was really cool! Not to mention he has a really great radio voice!!  Ladies, you’d love it!

Click Here if you’d like to listen to my interview.  You have to click on “Fresh FM Live at 5″ under the blue “Fun Stuff” title.  My interview is in three parts.  So, you’ll want to start with Part 1.

I hope you enjoy it!

Next on my agenda today was Rogers Television - Daytime -  with my good friend and Co-Host of Daytime, Kim McCleary.  We had such a great time.  I took some behind the scenes footage and will try to get that up on my website as soon as I can.  This segment will be going live on Daytime sometime in July, and will keep you posted!  Yeah!

Tomorrow, I’m off to Global Morning News - So, if you live in the Toronto area, and would like to watch the interview, you can catch me on Global News anytime after 8:30am!  I will also upload a new post tomorrow and let you know how it went!!  

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