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Eyeshadows: Gels, Creams, Powders and Crayons

September 4, 2021 | Articles | Leave a Comment

Eyeshadows: gels, creams, powders and crayons; they come in a variety of consistencies, and most women often stick to what they know or what they’ve always used. Below I’ve listed a summary of the pros and cons for each, as well as the type of consistency each one has, and which skin types each is…

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Should I be using loose or pressed powder?

August 20, 2021 | Articles | Leave a Comment

Loose or pressed powder?  What’s the difference between them? And which one should I be using? Powders help to set foundation and concealer, and can be applied with a brush, a puff or sponge, or a combination of the two.  They absorb to any oils sitting on your skin, reducing shine and creating a matte…

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Foundation: Gel, Mousse, Cream or Liquid?

July 31, 2021 | Articles | Leave a Comment

Gel, Mousse, Cream or Liquid foundation. Which one should I use?  This all depends on your skin type, personal preference and what kind of coverage you’re looking for.  Here are the basic differences between them. Gel foundation gives an even, sheer base with translucent coverage, so if you need something to cover pigmentation marks or…

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How to apply concealer

June 29, 2021 | Articles, How to ... & Tutorials | Leave a Comment

Does concealer go on before or after your foundation? It’s all about personal preference and what works best for you. There is no right or wrong way.  Concealer can be applied under or over foundation, and ensure that the edges are blended well. Personally, I apply it after my foundation, as I find it doesn’t…

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Colour Corrector vs Concealer

June 22, 2021 | Articles, How to ... & Tutorials | Leave a Comment

I’ve noticed that lately some cosmetic companies have begun referring to the Colour Correctors in their product ranges as “Concealers”. Technically, this is correct, as colour correctors do conceal in a way.  They are coloured cream concealers that disguise and neutralise any colour-based imperfections on your skin, like dark under eye circles, redness, pigmentation marks,…

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Help! I bought the wrong colour foundation

June 18, 2021 | Articles | Leave a Comment

Have you ever bought a shade of foundation, only to discover that it’s completely wrong and doesn’t match your skin tone? Often lighting in stores will make a colour look like it’s a perfect match, but once out in natural daylight, it’ll look completely different. I’ve already written a separate post on how to match…

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How to apply foundation

June 16, 2021 | Articles, How to ... & Tutorials | Leave a Comment

There is no right or wrong way when it comes to tools used to apply foundation – it’s all about personal preference and what works best for you. However, there are a few guidelines to ensure smooth, even and perfectly blended foundation with no harsh telltale lines where your make-up ends. To start, ensure that…

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Foundation: finding the perfect shade

June 10, 2021 | Articles, How to ... & Tutorials | Leave a Comment

Finding the perfect shade of foundation takes time and patience, and may even lead to frustration, irritability, and impulse buys. At some time or another we’ve all bought a foundation that wasn’t a perfect skin match, just to get the whole frustrating shopping experience over with.  The problem with impulse buys is that once you…

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What is a make-up primer?

May 31, 2021 | Articles | Leave a Comment

A make-up primer is applied under foundation to minimize the appearance of fine lines and large pores, providing a smooth canvas for flawless looking make-up. Make-up primers assist foundation to spread smoothly and evenly, and the primer fills in any large pores and fine lines, providing the perfect ‘canvas’ for the rest of your make-up….

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7 Beauty Basics

April 30, 2021 | Articles | Leave a Comment

If you’re new to using make-up, and the whole beauty world is feeling a little overwhelming start with these beauty basics: Determine your skin type. Skin is classed into four different categories; oily, combination, normal or dry. Oily skins tend to have large pores on the nose and forehead, the skin appears shiny, and if…

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How to clean make-up brushes

March 31, 2021 | Articles, How to ... & Tutorials, Make-up brushes & tools | Leave a Comment

Did you know that certain make-up brushes need to be cleaned once a week or every second week, while you can get away with only cleaning others monthly?  This, of course, applies to your own personal make-up kit and not to a make-up artist’s kit,which gets cleaned after every use.  How should you clean make-up…

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Make-up Brush Guide

March 31, 2021 | Articles | Leave a Comment

Buying make-up brushes can be a daunting task, especially if you’re just starting out or you want to add to your existing collection but don’t really know what brushes you may need, what they’re used for, or what they look like.  This is where a make-up brush guide comes in handy. There are a few…

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Did you know you can book your appointments up to Did you know you can book your appointments up to three months in advance? 

Don't miss out, book your next appointment today, if you haven't already, and you're welcome to book more appointments in advance.  The online booking system gives you, the client, the flexibility to manage your own appointments. You can reschedule (or cancel) up to 24 hours before your appointment start time.

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Gel polish manicure with nail art ($73 for this se Gel polish manicure with nail art ($73 for this set).

I don't charge any extra for different colours on different nails - some salons do - but nail art is charged at $2 per nail above the plain colour gel polish manicure price of $65.

By appointment only - use the link in the bio, on the website, or provided below to book.

📍 Mangawhai Heads
📖 By appointment only
🧴 Strict hygiene routine
🎓 Fully qualified nail tech with over 10 years experience 
🌹 Tranquil location 
👩‍💻 Book your next appointment online: https://www.fresha.com/a/rambling-rose-nails-and-make-up-mangawhai-thelma-road-north-i1d1r1d4/booking?menu=true&dppub=true&employeeId=450913&pId=142955

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Not sure what you should be doing at home to prolo Not sure what you should be doing at home to prolong your manicure? 

Have a read through this article on the website with great tips, and instructions on how to remove your gel polish safely at home (if you can't get in to a salon) without damaging your nails:  https://www.ramblingrose.co.nz/maintaining-your-manicure/

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Winter nails don't need to be boring! Brighten up Winter nails don't need to be boring!
Brighten up your nails with a little nail art.

📍 Mangawhai Heads
📖 By appointment only
🧴 Strict hygiene routine
🎓 Fully qualified nail tech with over 10 years experience 
🌹 Tranquil location 
👩‍💻 Book your next appointment online: https://www.fresha.com/a/rambling-rose-nails-and-make-up-mangawhai-thelma-road-north-i1d1r1d4/booking?menu=true&dppub=true&employeeId=450913&pId=142955

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Plain colour gel polish pedicure = $65, and you ge Plain colour gel polish pedicure = $65, and you get a relaxing foot massage at the end.

📍 Mangawhai Heads
📖 By appointment only
🧴 Strict hygiene routine
🎓 Fully qualified nail tech with over 10 years experience 
🌹 Tranquil location 
👩‍💻 Book your next appointment online:  https://www.fresha.com/a/rambling-rose-nails-and-make-up-mangawhai-thelma-road-north-i1d1r1d4/booking?menu=true&dppub=true&employeeId=450913&pId=142955

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The colour of your nail polish will look different The colour of your nail polish will look different in natural lighting vs artificial lighting. 

This deep purple shimmer looks purple in sunlight, but almost black under a table lamp.

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As it should. 📍 Mangawhai Heads 📖 By appoin As it should.

📍 Mangawhai Heads
📖 By appointment only
🧴 Strict hygiene routine
🎓 Fully Qualified with over 10 years experience (nail tech & make-up qualifications) 
🌹 Tranquil location 
👩‍💻 Book your next appointment online:  https://www.fresha.com/a/rambling-rose-nails-and-make-up-mangawhai-thelma-road-north-i1d1r1d4/booking?menu=true&dppub=true&employeeId=450913&pId=142955

 #whatissaidinthesalonstaysinthesalon #salonconfidentiality #ClientConfidentiality #clientconfidentiality
Nail art is charged at $2 per nail, and you can ha Nail art is charged at $2 per nail, and you can have as much art as you like.

This set (a gel polish manicure with nail art = $85) includes the use of pigments, glitter and stamping.

Book online:  https://www.fresha.com/a/rambling-rose-nails-and-make-up-mangawhai-thelma-road-north-i1d1r1d4/booking?menu=true&dppub=true&employeeId=450913&pId=142955

📍 Mangawhai Heads
📖 By appointment only
🧴 Strict hygiene routine
🎓 Fully Qualified with over 10 years experience (nail tech & make-up qualifications) 
🌹 Tranquil location

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IBX is a two-part natural nail strengthening syste IBX is a two-part natural nail strengthening system made to toughen, repair and protect the natural nail. IBX is HEMA Free.

IBX is the first treatment of its kind - it works INSIDE the nail plate and not on top. IBX penetrates into the upper layers of the nail and cross-links inside the nail plate to create an Interpenetrating Polymer Network (IPN), similar to the structure of a cargo net.

-  Under Gel Polish IBX will protect, repair and toughen the natural nail.
-  IBX REPAIR is used to repair severe nail damage to set the stage for growth.
-  IBX toughens the upper layers of the nail plate allowing nail growth.
- With multiple treatments fills up deep grooves resulting in a smoother nail plate.
- Natural nail colour and appearance is improved.

If you struggle to grow your natural nails, book in for IBX Treatment along with the manicure of your choice (IBX is an add-on service): https://www.fresha.com/a/rambling-rose-nails-and-make-up-mangawhai-thelma-road-north-i1d1r1d4/booking?menu=true&dppub=true&employeeId=450913&pId=142955

📍 Mangawhai Heads
📖 By appointment only
🧴 Strict hygiene routine
🎓 Fully qualified nail tech with over 10 years experience 
🌹 Tranquil location

 #repairyournails #WeakNails #weaknails #strengthenyournails
Mānawatia a Matariki to all those celebrating ton Mānawatia a Matariki to all those celebrating tonight and this weekend.

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