Design Essentials Hydrience Argan Moisturizing Crème

Last year I posted a video and an Instagram picture on the Design Essentials Natural Defining Creme Gel results. Immediately after I saw the results I was impressed by the amount of shine and definition that the pudding like product gave my hair. So I wanted to share their newest product with you all who are looking for a new moisturizer. Design Essentials just released it's new Hydrience Argan Moisturizing Crème which I'm really excited to try because of all the benefits it claims to offer.

Antioxidant: Hair ages too! Argan oil contains vitamin E, a well-known antioxidant which fights natural damage occurring from environmental stressors to the hair at the cellular level.

Hair Repair:  Whether from over processing with chemicals or excessive heat through the use of styling tools, using products infused with Argan oil over time will help reverse damage to the hair by strengthening and mending split ends.

Soften Up:  As a natural oil, Argan penetrates the hair to soften strands and improve elasticity.

Protect Yourself: Using an Argan oil hairdress or moisturizer will protect hair from thermal and environmental damage by creating a barrier around the hair.

Strength in Numbers: Weakened hair benefits from products designed to gradually add strength to strands. Argan oil fortifies the hair by strengthening the protein bonding structures of the hair

Ban Breakage: If hair is weakened from sharp combs, brushes or hair tools, Argan oil helps to moisturize the hair, thus lessening tangles, snags and breakage.  

Fight Fading:  When hair is color treated, UV rays, stripping shampoos and heat from styling tools can dull once-vibrant color. Argan oil helps prevent fading by protecting the hair, as well as providing light-reflecting shine to enhance color.

Healing Balm: Not just for hair, Argan is beneficial to the skin as well. Argan oil contains Vitamin F, a key component which stimulates skin and hair growth.

Shine Bright: Adding natural sheen and gloss, Argan oil gives natural sheen. When combined with other natural moisturizers, like Olive, Jojoba and Coconut oils - all of which are found in Design Essentials® Hydrience Argan Moisturizing Créme-- hair will have maximum gloss

 Manage Your Mane: Tangles and flyaways block your style profile. Using a lightweight hairdress with Argan oil increases manageability for combing, brushing and for achieving bouncy styles.

Moisture to the Max:  Natural oils add and help to seal moisture into the hair. Some may find using oils by themselves too heavy, so a lightweight product containing Argan oil helps to deliver the benefits of moisture without sticky or greasy residue

Check out this demo to see how it's used:

Pamper Me Party

Hi ladies,

I would like to invite you all to our 1st Pamper Me Party!!! We will be doing hair, nails, and makeup. There will also be hair and makeup demonstrations to help you look your best for any occasion. This event is for EVERYONE, no matter what your hair texture is come on out.



Services done by:

Hair: Maggie Lewis (The Lather Lounge)

Makeup: Cristin Jefferson and Charlene Kongolo

Nails: Azia B Nails

 

When: May 19, 2013 4-6pm

Where: The Lather Lounge 2902 B. Hillsborough Rd., Durham, NC.

There is no entry fee unless you would like a service done. 

 

If you have any questions please contact me at cristigold@gmail.com

 

Updated Product List

Here's a list of the products I am currently using. There's a lot of oldies and a couple of newbies added :)

Conditioner:

• Herbal Essence Honey I'm Strong Conditioner


• Aussie Moist Conditioner

Shampoo:

• Curls Creamy Curl Cleanser


• Herbal Essence Honey I'm Strong Shampoo

Moisturizer:

• Sheamoisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie


• Jane Cater Solution Nourish and Shine


• Koils by Nature Hair and Body Butter

Gel/Stylers:

• Eco Styler Argan Oil


• Silk Elements Straight Edges


• Design Essentials Curl Stretching Cream

Oils:

• Jamaican Black Castor Oil

Heat Protectants:

• GVP Silk Remedy


• Tresemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray

Deep Conditioners/Treatments:

• Aphogee Two-Step Protein Treatment


• Argan Oil Intensive Conditioning Treatment


• Organic Root Simulator Olive Oil Replenishing Conditioner

 

Classic/ Bridal Makeup

I can not tell you all how much I love a good winged liner, lashes, and red lip. It's such a classic look that you just can't go wrong with. Not to mention it's great for any occasion!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0IPy--Rbp0&lc=f6b5qlrncG1R2AzU4o5bdV10ANjIcBf_U9cHAX642HI
Face:

-Makeup Forever HD Foundation in #177 (contour)

-Mac Studio Finish Concealer in NC 42

-MAC Mineralized Skinfinish in Dark

-MAC Blunt

-MAC Darkly My Dear Blush (limited edition)

Eyes:

-MAC eyeshadows: Ricepaper, Arena, Embark, Folie

-Coastal Scents e/s M24

-Wet n Wild Gel Liner in Black

-Loreal Voluminous Mascara

Lips:

-Wild n Crazy Lipliner in

-Wet n Wild lipstick in Purty Persimmon

-No name dollar store berry colored lipliner

 

Glitter Party Eyes!!!

Last tutorial of the YEAR!!! Check it out below.

PS:For some reason the glitter wasn't picking up as sparkly as it was in person ;(

 

Products used:

Face:

-MAC Studio Finish Concealer in NC45 and NC42

-MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in Dark

-Makeup Forever HD Foundation in #177

-Ben Nye Banana Powder

Cheeks:

-MAC Blunt Blush

-NYX Pinky Blush

 

Eyes:

-Sephora Pantone Palette

-Smashbox Studio Eye Pop Palette

-MAC eyeshadows: Scene and Saddle

-Maybelline Color Tattoo in Silver Strike

-NYX Glitter Mania in Disco Ball

Lips in Video:

-Nikka K lipstick in Beach Fuschia

-MAC Lipstick in Petals and Peacocks

-NYX Lipliner in Magenta

Lips in Photos:

-NYX l/l in Magenta

-NYX l/l in Dolly Pink

-Revlon Matte l/s in Stormy Pink

-Revlon Lipgloss in Pink Pop

Gunmetal Eyes

 

I recently picked up one of the new and now permanent pressed pigments from MAC called Enlightment. It's a really pretty silver glittery shadow. So the day after buying it I had to wear it work with a dark gunmetal smokey eye. So here are the products I used:

 

Face:

-Studio Sculpt Foundation in NW43

-Mineralize Skinfinish in Dark

-Studio Finish Concealer in NC42 (highlight) and NC45 (above brows)

Cheeks:

-Iman Sheer Finish Bronzing Powder in Clay

-MAC Mineralize Blush in Love Joy

Eyes:

-MAC Ricepaper e/s

-MAC Saddle e/s

-MAC Embark e/s

-Sephora Patone Palette

-Smashbox Studio Pop Eye  Palette

-MAC Enlightment Pressed Pigment

-Salon Perfect Demi Wispies Lashes

Lips:

-NYX Lipstick in Honey

-Revlon Lipgloss (I don't know the name but it's the clear one with glitter in it)

Skincare FAQs!

In a couple of my most recent videos I have mentioned several times that I have been trying to clear up my skin for the past year or so. As I look back at where my skin was four years ago and where it is now I am extremely happy and satisfied with my skin! Some of you may know I am in school for esthetics right now and I have to say I have learned so much already about the importance of taking care of your skin. I also want to recognize a fellow Youtuber named Foxynerd101, who's videos have helped me get started on the clear skin journey.

How did you clear up your skin?

-I started by just starting a skincare regimen. Then I changed my eating habits, I started working out more, and I started drinking A LOT MORE WATER!!!!

When did you start to see results?

-Once I started my skincare regimen I started to see results pretty quickly, in terms of fewer breakouts and then the fading of the hyper-pigmentation on my face. In 2012, I feel I have seen my skin clear up even more because I started to drink a lot of water this year and I also changed my lifestyle.

What products do you use?

-Makeup Remover: Neutrogena Makeup Remover wipes or Walmart Brand Makeup Remover Wipes

-Facial Wash: Clean and Clear Essentials Foaming Facial Cleanser

-Scrub: St. Ives Apricot Scrub

-Toner: Witch Hazel

-Moisturizer: Ponds Dry Skin Cream (Night), Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion (Day)

What is your skincare regimen now?

-If I'm wearing a full face of makeup, I will remove it first with a makeup remover wipe. Then I apply my cleanser. To really remove dirt, oil, makeup and it also kinda exfoliates my skin a bit I use my Sally's facial brush. Depending on the day, next I'll apply a scrub. Then my toner and next depending on the time of day I'll either apply my nighttime or daytime moisturizer. I also have incorporated my PMD, click here to  see my review, so I use that probably once or twice a month.

Are you still using the PMD?

-Yes, I am still using the PMD. I still stand by my review of the device. Once again, I'm going to say be careful when using it because I had two or three scars from where I guess I held the device on for too long.

If you all have anymore questions, please feel free to ask them.