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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Sun, 27 May 2012 14:14:12 GMT--><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Blog</title><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/</link><description></description><lastBuildDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 00:20:34 +0000</lastBuildDate><copyright></copyright><language>en-US</language><generator>Squarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/)</generator><item><title>Momma's Queen at Makeup Mandy</title><category>Mother's Day 2012</category><category>holidays</category><category>makeup</category><category>makeup</category><category>special offer</category><category>specials</category><dc:creator>Makeup Mandy</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 19:09:31 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/2012/4/30/mommas-queen-at-makeup-mandy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">508258:6130156:16067739</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Mother&rsquo;s Day Special</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Treat a special mom you know (or yourself ;) this mothers day with one of our three gifts:</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #ff3399;">Mamma Mia!</span></span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">Pumpkin Peel Facial</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">1 Hour Makeup Application</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">Eyebrow Design</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">Hair Blowout or Hair Style</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">Parafin Hand Treatment</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">&nbsp;</span></em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">$320 value for only</span></em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">$120</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #ff3399;">Hot Glamma Momma</span></span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">1 Hour Makeup Application</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">Hair Blowout or Hair Style</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">One Week Party Lashes</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">&nbsp;</span></em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">$230 value for only</span></em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">$80</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #ff3399;">Bahama Momma </span></span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">Airbrush Tan</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">Makeup Mini Touch-up</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">One Night Party Lashes</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">&nbsp;</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">$170 value for only</span></em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">$50</span></em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em><span style="color: #ff3399;">Gift Certificate must be purchased by 5/13/2012<br /></span></em></strong></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16067739.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>The New Black = My New Obsession</title><dc:creator>Makeup Mandy</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:14:53 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/2012/3/29/the-new-black-my-new-obsession.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">508258:6130156:15644908</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>I recently discovered the latest beauty must-have to hit the market. We've been through OPI and Katy Perry's Crackle phase, and that whole "press on manicure" with the nail stickers has come and gone, but now, 'The New Black' is all the rave when it comes to nails, and I have a feeling its here to stay. The brand combines the hottest trends of season with the latest innovations in color, to ultimately create sets of polish that all true fashionistas crave.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As I looked more into the brand, I couldnt help but admire the briliance behind the product. From their 'Ombre' sets, which include 5 polish shades ranging from lightest to darkest, to the 3-piece 'I Heart You' set for Valentine's day, I finally came across the one I just HAD to have: the 'Daily News Typography' set. The 4-piece set comes with a nude base color, a roll of custom typed newspaper, transfer solution, and finally, a clear top coat to lock in the look. In just 20 minutes, I had a perfectly polished, newpaper printed mani! And a week later, still holding up, I'm officially OBSESSED!</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-15644908.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>What Men REALLY Think!</title><dc:creator>Makeup Mandy</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:34:46 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/2012/3/20/what-men-really-think.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">508258:6130156:15517156</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://www.makeupmandy.com/storage/Screen%20Shot%202012-03-20%20at%202.33.46%20PM.png?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1332279397694" alt="" /></span></span></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-15517156.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>CEW 2012 Beauty Awards -</title><category>By Mandy</category><category>CEW Awards</category><category>Insider's Choice Beauty Awards</category><category>LAshX Family</category><category>LAshX ProLine</category><category>Makeup Mandy News</category><category>beauty business</category><category>lash growth</category><category>new products</category><dc:creator>Makeup Mandy</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 11 Mar 2012 03:05:18 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/2012/3/10/cew-2012-beauty-awards.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">508258:6130156:15383028</guid><description><![CDATA[A brief description of my recent involvement with CEW's Beauty Insider Awards]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-15383028.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>The Best 20 iPad and iPhone Apps for Fabulous Women</title><category>Best Apps Ipad</category><category>By Mandy</category><category>Ipad 4</category><category>Ipad for women</category><category>Tablets and women</category><category>Technology for women</category><category>apps for women</category><category>beauty business</category><category>beauty secrets</category><category>celebrities</category><category>fashion</category><category>ipad app</category><category>iphone apps</category><dc:creator>Makeup Mandy</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 19:54:11 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/2012/3/9/the-best-20-ipad-and-iphone-apps-for-fabulous-women.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">508258:6130156:15367002</guid><description><![CDATA[The 20 Best Iphone and Ipad apps for us fabulous women!]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-15367002.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>LAshX in Genlux Magazine!</title><dc:creator>Makeup Mandy</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 21:10:23 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/2012/2/22/lashx-in-genlux-magazine.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">508258:6130156:15147332</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><strong style="font-size: 200%;">Check us out in Genlux Magazine</strong></p>
<p><strong style="font-size: 200%;">Spring 2012 Edition!</strong></p>
<p><br /><a href="http://shoplashx.bigcartel.com/product/lashx-pro-line"><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><img src="http://www.makeupmandy.com/storage/Screen Shot 2012-02-22 at 1.00.23 PM.png?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1329945079132" alt="" /></span></a><a href="http://shoplashx.bigcartel.com/product/lashx-pro-line">Click here</a> to try this beautiful eyeliner for yourself!</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-15147332.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Visit us at the Makeup Show in LA!</title><dc:creator>Makeup Mandy</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:09:49 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/2012/2/2/visit-us-at-the-makeup-show-in-la.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">508258:6130156:14850310</guid><description><![CDATA[<p style="padding-left: 60px;"><br /><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.makeupmandy.com/storage/Screen Shot Makeup Show LA.png?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1328242242217" alt="" /></span></span></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-14850310.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Hurry Up 2012...A letter from CEO Mandy</title><category>Arizona Training</category><category>LAshX Family</category><dc:creator>Makeup Mandy</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 18:05:14 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/2011/12/30/hurry-up-2012a-letter-from-ceo-mandy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">508258:6130156:14382828</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>I personally want to thank everyone for making 2011 so wonderful! Being a small business, that wants to be big, owner can sometimes be a struggle. It is all to easy sometimes to get caught up in the day to days stresses and forget to appreciate my Team, Clients and LAshX Family members as often as I should.&nbsp; Without my clients' undying support, referals, reviews, feedback, and loyalty we would not have this company.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In 2012 I want to promise to continue to make changes getting us closer to our goal of becoming the Best Lash company and Makeup Studio in the World. It sounds like a big goal, but the Makeup Mandy/LAshX Team I am committed to providing the best quality products for our clients, continued education in the safest techniques, and the best results possible!</p>
<p>For those of you who have given us constructive criticism over the past year, I thank you, and promise to strive to wow you! There is always room for improvement and continued learning and you our loyal clients are the best resource for that! Please feel free to email me personally anytime at mandy@makeupmandy.com or write reviews on Yelp etc. We do read them!</p>
<p>I personally want to recognize some of the successes my Team and the LAshX Family have had over the year:</p>
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<p>Vegas, our first trade show in June was a HUGE success. It was awesome to see how our company compares to the other options out there. It taught all of us we really are on the right track. We met Erin in Arizona there :) and had some fun too!</p>
<p>I Traveled all over for Ke$ha's tour doing hair extensions and lashes, such a cool experience! She is such an amazing performer and person! Love Tessa Too.</p>
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<p>We filmed for shows&nbsp; "Gossip Queens" "E!" Extra!" "David Tatera's My Fair Wedding" "TV Guide"</p>
<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.makeupmandy.com/storage/partyat%20mm.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1325871530554" alt="" /></span></span></p>
<p>We Partied!</p>
<p>We Launched Our Pro/Liner and Drama Liners!</p>
<p>We were in our second Japanese magazine, I still dont know what it says! as well as GenLux</p>
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<p>and Opened 30 new LAshX Lash Bars around the world including distribution in Austrailia</p>
<p>I am excited to start 2012, and hope to open up 60 more LAshX Lashbars, come out with more amazing products and lashes and continue to strive to provide the best services, products and education available.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-14382828.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Splurge or Save: Lash Growth Serums</title><dc:creator>Makeup Mandy</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:14:46 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.makeupmandy.com/blog/2011/11/17/splurge-or-save-lash-growth-serums.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">508258:6130156:13765090</guid><description><![CDATA[<h1 class="fwb h1 h1_content mb0 pb0"></h1>
<h1 class="pb0 mb0 h1_content h1 fwb"><span style="color: #0f2326; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 20px; font-weight: normal;"><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://images.cdnp3.beautylish.com/11/11/03/ft_e23c6cf319a8c4a069c3e1efa3f70387/splurge-or-save-lash-growth-serums.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1325871627730" alt="" width="575" height="460" /></span></span></span></h1>
<p>We all want longer, thicker lashes, and there are more and more lash growth serums are appearing on the market. Beautylish tried two different products to see whether it's worth spending a lot, or just a little, to get standout natural lashes.</p>
<h5><strong>Splurge</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.beautylish.com/p/makeup-mandy-lashx-proline">Makeup Mandy LAshX Pro/Line</a>, $140</li>
</ul>
<h5><strong>Save</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.beautylish.com/p/rimmel-london-lash-accelerator-serum">Rimmel London Lash Accelerator Serum</a>, $8.99</li>
</ul>
<h5><strong><em>VERDICT</em></strong></h5>
<p><strong>Tara says:&nbsp;</strong><br />I&rsquo;ve always been a little skeptical of products that are supposed to make parts of your body grow faster or stronger, as they seem a little scary. However, I&rsquo;ve always loved long, fluttery lashes and it&rsquo;s all in the name of beauty, right? I decided to begin with the cheapest product because really, who doesn't like a miracle for a bargain? The Rimmel serum was very gooey, and my lashes felt wet when I first applied it. The wetness didn&rsquo;t settle down for about an hour, and unfortunately I couldn&rsquo;t apply mascara over it (mine didn&rsquo;t really stick). After a week I hadn't noticed a difference, and after two there was a slight improvement in length but not volume. When three weeks were up, I noticed only the smallest amount of growth.</p>
<p><strong>Ning says:&nbsp;</strong><br />The Makeup Mandy LAshX Pro/Line are the only ones I've ever used that didn't make my eyes red and my eyelids swell. They contain peptides instead of steroids, so the lashes you grow won't fall out after you stop using the product. These liners also come in three different colors, so they function as makeup and encourage lash growth. I love that the formula is propylene glycol-free, which means it won&rsquo;t dissolve the glue in lash extensions. This is the only lash growth formula out there that's lash extension safe. It also makes each hair stay in the growth stage longer, so it doesn't fall out as fast&mdash;which means I need fewer extension touch-ups (and save time and money!). After two weeks of use, I thought I noticed that my lashes were longer, but after three weeks I was positive. After a lash extension mishap, I removed all the extensions and my damaged upper lashes were shorter than the ones below my eyes. After week three, those top lashes were longer again.</p>
<p><strong>Final verdict:</strong><br />There was a huge difference in growth between the Makeup Mandy LAshX Pro/Line and the Rimmel London Accelerating Growth Serum. If you're looking for genuine results, it's sometimes better to spend the extra money to achieve something big.</p>
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