Blushing Bride

Wowzers! I feel like I woke up and it's nearly a New Year!! It has been a crazzzy last few weeks! This mama has been busy to say the least. Good news ladies I'm back! I'm back! My poor lil' blog was feeling neglected as life was taking me by surprise! So here we go gals a fun piece "Blushing Bride." In all my thirteen years in the cosmetic/aesthetic industry I've always had a high demand for my brides! I wanted to show you girlies some love and give you some @the.best.aestie advice for your upcoming day!

How much time do you have to plan?!?!?

 
Nine months to a Year...

Have some time on your hands before your BIG day... great news as your aesthetician we can do some pretty amazing treatments to truly make a difference in your skin!

  • Microneedling- Want to make the most dramatic change? Concerned with lines, wrinkles, acne scars, large pores, pigmentation and discoloration? Start your series of Micropen or Skinpen! You must have a minimum of three, however six treatments is ideal. We will space your first three sessions four weeks apart, the others will be spaced out six to eight weeks. This gives us plenty of time to get all your treatments in before you say "I do"!

  • Deep Medical Peel- You may need just one peel to do the trick, but if not two or three will need to be scheduled with plenty of time for your skin to heal in between treatment. Peels are wonderful and will get your skin lighter, tighter, and brighter!

  • Laser Hair Removal- Nothing better than being silky smooth and hairless for your honeymoon! Start your laser series in plenty of time to complete all your sessions.

Six months...

All the treatments listed above can definitely be done with a six month time span, however you will need to get all treatments scheduled right away. Please know that this leaves very little room for having to cancel or change because like I said before the treatments are scheduled four to eight weeks apart. 

  • Hydrafacial MD- Let's get this party started! A series of Hydrafacials can really improve your skins health! Clean pores, glowing skin that now is bright and even more beautiful!

  • Microdermabrasion- This has been a technique that has been popular for decades. Your skin will be polished, smooth and youthful after a series of Diamond Tip Microderm treatments. 

  • Epidermal leveling- One of my most favorite treatments! I tell you, I have clients who rave about this non-stop. Once you have one it's hard not to have more! Start your series to remove un-wanted facial hair, dead skin cells, remove impurities, improve your skins tone, and texture!

Three months...

You are on the fast track, no worries you've still got enough time to have some pretty amazing spa treatments to rejuvenate your skin before your big day!

  • Phyto-Stem Cell facial- Anti-aging has never felt so good! Firm, hydrate, repair, heal and sooth your skin. 

  • Collagen facial- Need lots of nourishment, feeling dry or dehydrated? A series of collagen facials will make a dramatic difference for you to look glowy and radiant!

  • Vitamin C facial- Concerned with pigment,and discoloration? Do you feel like you look dull? Vitamin C is amazing for your skin, such a powerful antioxidant to repair damage!

Two weeks to One month...

No time to waste here! Let's customize your facial for exactly what you need in the time we have!

  • Custom facial- "Custom" says it all you've got a month or couple of weeks, share your concerns with your aesthetician and she can work her magic to have you "Bride" ready in no time!

  • Back facial- Concerned with your back and how it will appear to everyone else? You know back facials not only feel incredible, but deliver wonderful results too!

The Week of!

It's finally here and you couldn't be anymore anxious! 

  • Red Carpet facial- This my friends is a facial I truly love! "Red Carpet" simply because it will have you "Red Carpet" ready! Tightening, brightening, and lifting! You will leave looking and feeling poreless!

  • Precious Gems facial- Diamonds and Gold are a girls best friend! Knesko mask are oh so luxurious using real diamonds and real gold to give you one fantastic result! Designed to repair, heal, sooth, nourish, exfoliate and brighten your gorgeous face!

  • Wax, Sugar, Thread- Which ever route you take for your hair removal make sure to do this at least two days before your wedding day.

  • Spray Tan- Airbrush is honestly the best way to get a perfect looking tan!

  • Nails- Your ring will be popping so of course you have to have that mani and pedi on point!

  • Hair Color- Fresh color always photographs the best, so remember that!


Bride to be "Must Haves" ...

Ready, Set... GLOW!!!

It's feels amazzzing to be back at it! Hope you enjoyed my lil' tid bits! Take what you will and congrats on your new journey ahead!!!!! As always Be.U.tiful!!!

xoxo, your favorite aestie
Kristian💋 

 

 

Sister's Club

It is so hard for me to believe that my baby sister is a senior! I remember playing dress up, and dolls when we were little girls, and here we are now she's all grown up and eighteen...yikes!  As a blogger I'm in front of the camera all the time... as a big sister I wanted to do something a little different and feature my baby sister Breanna! Swanky Chic Boutique had her as a guest model to show off some pretty darling pieces! We had a blast ... getting ready together, singing, taking selfies, and of course she had her make-up done by ... me, big sis "@the.best.aestie"!!! 


Make-Up ...

FACE:

Dior Airflash-300//Nars Illuminator-Copacabana//Nars Highliter-Albatross//Nars Bronzer-Laguna//Nars Blush-Orgasm


EYES:

Nars Palette-And God Created the Woman//Nars Eyeliner Stylo-Carpates//Nars Brow Pencil-Via De' Martelli//Dior Show Mascara-Pro Black


LIPS:

Nars Lip Pencil-Velvet//Nars Lip Gloss-Turkish Delight


Breanna, 
I love you more than you'll ever know! Never give up on your dreams and always trust in the Lord to lead you on the right path! We have and always will share a special bond, you are my baby sister! I wish you nothing but the absolute best in your bright future ahead. I will always be here for you! Sister's Club forever and always!!!
hugs & kisses,
Kristian 

The Girl in the GOLD Dress!

It's a #FashionFriday you don't want to miss folks! I'm dishing the details on my stunning BADGLEY MISCHKA gown I wore to my sweet friends "Great Gatsby" themed wedding! Like most girls I look forward to events in my life that require getting "dolled up"! I absolutely love to dress up, to get glam, and then of course take way too many pics of which half will end up all over social media. Hahaha... guilty! Well, since this is so, I can't wear an outfit I've worn before! How dare I show up in last weeks favorited instagram pic! So what do I do ... I go shopping, try on way too many outfits, spend way too much money, and then wear the fabulous outfit once...ugh! So over it! After hearing friends and clients of mine rave about this wonderful website filled with the hottest designers and most beautiful clothing I just had to take a look! This is when I discovered RENT THE RUNWAY!!! So, yes it's been out forever and why am I just now trying it?!? Crazy, but oh so glad I did! Rent the Runway is a must for your big event nights!!! Wedding, Gala, Birthday, Bachelorette, Hot Date Night, Holiday Parties, New Years...list goes on! Want to show up looking capital "A"- amazzzzing but don't want to spend hundreds of dollars on one dress to later just sit in your closet .... hello... rent it! I wanted to share this with all of you because I know the holidays are right around the corner... what better time to give it a try! My experience with Rent the Runway was great and compliments on my gown were all night long! 


This head to toe gold sequined Badgley Mischka gown retails for $850

"Rent the Runway" $100... mine for the night!

A lil' Cinderella story if you ask me! However, your carriage won't turn into a pumpkin at midnight and you have plenty of time to return the gown!

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My girls looking beautiful in their dresses they'll prob never wear again!?!? ... and me..."the girl in the gold dress" who will ship it back on Monday. Secrets out!!!

My wonderful husband who is always a good sport and lets me dress him to any theme including his 1920's wet combed over hair-do ... I love you babe!


Alright! So there you have it... Go "Rent the Runway" and turn heads at your next event! As always BE.U.TIFUL!!!

xoxo, 
Kristian 

Darling Deer... "Bambi" Nightengale

Ohhhh my goodness it's here you guys! Halloween ... such a fun, creative, thrilling time of the year! I have always dressed up and had a blast creating my costume. Little did I know the year I crafted my "Bambi" costume it would become so very popular. I can not even tell you how many emails, text and private messages I have received requesting "how to" details for this costume! So here ya go! This is for all of you lovely ladies inspired by this look! 

1. It started with the Body Armour - BCG brand// Academy

2. Time to dye the fabric- Rit Dye// Walmart

3. Spray paint! yes thats right I even spray painted it!- Krylon Brown Spray paint// Walmart

4. Spots! I created the belly and spots using white fleece. I drew the oval for the belly, then smaller spots (I made different sizes to look more realistic.)- One yd. of white fleece// Walmart 

5. Now time to glue your fleece on the suit.- E6000// Hobby Lobby 

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6. Tights- Danskin Tan dance tights// Walmart or Dance Stores

7. Uggs- Original Uggs// Ugg Australia 

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8. Fluffy bunny tail I found a at costume store, I bought the style you wear around your waist, the shirt covered the elastic. - Bunny Tail// Halloween Spirit Costume Store

9. Antlers, this was a little tricky for me to find. I kept finding cute deer antlers but they were all Christmas themed. If you can find a pair you like I would wear them, however I used dramatic white branch like Christmas tree decoration. I loved how dramatic they were. I pulled my hair half up half down and stuck the branches in my pony tail.- Antlers// Garden Ridge

10. Let the fun begin... face painting time! I wore my normal foundation, Make-up forever matte velvet, with Kryolan face paints to create my Bambi look.- Kryolan Paint Palette// Kryolan.com

Here is a close up of the make-up on my little sis...


Happy Halloween!!!

CrushN' on Colour Pop!!!

Let me just say... I can not tell you how happy I am that I stumbled upon this amazingness! Colour Pop Cosmetics is my latest and greatest makeup crush! I have been dying to branch out of my comfort zone and wear a bold lip!  I knew I wanted something different, something fun... not just your traditional red lip. There it was "Zipper" Ultra Matte lip, it was exactly what I had been look for!  Colour Pop Cosmetics is based out of California, delivers exceptional customer service, and not to mention they have the cutest marketing and packaging! You'll find a fabulous variety of intense pigment shadows available in metallic, satin and matte finish. I love their highliters, cheek colour and bronzers! They wear all day, are stackable and versatile with other make up brands! The color pigment is high quality with a smooth rich texture easy to apply on face or eyelids. Every lip shade I've tried, I absolutely love! So there you have it peeps Colour Pop  is "where it's at"... what's "hot now" ... "trending" if you will! I think I nailed all the buzz words .. right?!?!? oh, wait I forgot one "On point" ...hahahaha I had to! Since I'm such a nice gal, I wanted to share my crush with y'all! So have fun, be brave, be bold, step out of your comfort zone! I certainly did and I am not sorry! BE.U.TIFUL !!!

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You've got the crush too!
So... "Get This Look" !!!
or create your own collection...

What wears well with your new pop? A messy fish tail braid!

Created by my sweet friend & stylist: Jessica Ryland @ 

Robert Morales Studio // Southlake, Tx.

Follow her @hairbyjessica_ on Instagram or contact the salon for an appointment:

817.421.3388

XoXo,

Kristian Nightengale

@the.best.aestie

Blame It All On My Roots... I Showed Up In Boots!

Yes I did! yes I'm a Texas girl, yes I say "y'all", and yes I lovvvvvve wearing my cowboy boots! What goes perfectly with a pair of boots? A darling tee from The Turquoise Cactus Boutique!!! Coming soon to town... The Turquoise Cactus Boutique, a North Texas boutique with tribal favorites, unique and trendy styles with a southern flare not found else where!

YOU are INVITED to the GRAND OPENING!!! Come check out their adorable clothing, accessories, gifts and antiques. Have a lil' one ... bring them too, they have precious little girl's statement tees! 

WHAT: GRAND OPENING!!!

WHEN: Sat. Oct 24th

WHERE: The Turquoise Cactus Boutique

5295 US Hwy 377 Ste. 3 Aubrey, TX 76227

 

Can't make it out!?!? Then check out their website!!!

www.turqcactus.com


Here are my #FashionFriday Favorites...

"The House the Built Me" ... isn't this just the cutest! Cozy, Stylish, Clever lil' saying... with lace sleeves! Love Love Love! Praise Jesus and Thanks Miranda Lambert ;)


"Boots, Lace, and Amazing Grace" ... what more can I say? Southern Charm Style!!!

 
Y'all have a Fantastic Friday!!! 
Much love,
Kristian 💋

There she was just a walking down the street...

Singing... "do wah diddy diddy dum diddy do" Ha! No, more like there I was strutting my new fall attire! At last FALL has arrived, and this girl is oh so very ecstatic! Don't you just love your maxi dresses way to much to not wear for fall?!? Well yay for you ladies, you still can! Just throw on a blazer, jean or leather jacket, pair with a belt, booties, and a felt hat, and call it a day! I'm crazy about this look and all the colors incorporated. I couldn't wait to share with you my loves for a FALLbulous #FashionFriday!!!


the Blazer & Maxi 

the Belt & Booties

the Felt Hat 

the Gold  Sparkle Clutch 

Want this LOOK !?!?


Get this LOOK: Blazer: Banana Republic// Maxi: Michael Kors// Felt Hat: Old Navy// Booties: Dillards// Gold Clutch: Target// Earrings: Kendra Scott// Bangles: Nordstrom// Belt: Michael Kors

Yeehaw! Yippie Ki Yayyyy! Saylor's 2nd Birthday!!!

I am still in shock that our sweet little girl is two! I am a mommy to a toddler! Wow! What an amazing adventure the last two years have been, we could not imagine life without our precious Saylor!!

Take a peek at the party!

Our lil' Cowgirl had a blast at her "Backyard Birthday Bash" ... 
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Saylor: "Didn't my mommy do good"!?!? 

Well, that's what I've been up to my friends, stay tuned for more family adventures!! #NightengaleNest 

Much love from our family to yours!

The Nightengale's

Shop! Shop! Shop!

You feeling a lil' swanky this  Saturday? As promised more fabulous looks you'll love from your favorite online boutique SwankyChicBoutique.com! It's fall y'all and no better time than to stock up on all your favorites... leg warmers, leggings, tunics, ponchos, hoodies, vest, sweater dresses and oh so much more! You'll find everything you need at  Swanky Chic... from scarfs to boot cuffs! There is a look for every woman, every size! Happy Saturday! Happy Shopping!

Power of a PEEL!

You may have a case of the Mondays, but cheer up buttercup! It's Makeover Monday here on the blog! It's nearly fall which means as an aesthetician I get to treat my clients with some pretty intense treatments, like a peel! I could not be more excited to feature this amazing "before and after" of my client and her results!


Before

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After (2 weeks)


In awe? You should be! This my friends is the "Power of a Peel" and my stunning work if I do say so myself! ;)

Don't let your skin annoy you anymore... worried about the sun damage, age spots, discoloration, texture, acne scars, lines and wrinkles?!?!? You may be the perfect candidate for a peel. If not, I have several other treatment options to help you achieve your skin goals! Please know that once you begin correcting the damage it is something you will forever have to maintain, and take care of. It will take dedication and following an ideal skincare regimen. You can no longer go out in the sun without sunscreen, or fall asleep in your makeup time and time again. If you are serious about making changes in your skin... I am here to help!!!

PEELS:

Brightening: 

  • Mela Peel- Severe sun damage/Skin will peel in sheets/7-10 day down time/Looks best two weeks post peel.
  • Melanin Lift Peel- Moderate sun damage/5-7 day down time/Looks best ten days post peel.
  • Lactic Acid Peel- Light sun damage/3-5 day down time/Looks best seven days post peel.

Acne,Blemishes,Oil/Congestion:

  • TCA Peel(Trichloroacetic Acid)- Deep peel/7-10 day down time/works great for acne scaring.
  • Glycolic Acid Peel- Purifying/Detoxing/Brightening/5-7 day down time.
  • Salicylic Acid Peel- Clarifying/Healing/Tightening/5-7 day down time. 
  • AHA Peel(Alpha Hydroxy Acid)- May be used for several skin types/superficial peel.
  • Jessner Peel- May be used for several skin types/superficial peel.

Anti-Age,Refining,Lines/Wrinkles

  • TCA
  • Jessner
  • AHA
  • Glycolic

All listed above as well.


*** All peel results will vary depending on client, everyone heals differently. One peel will make a definite difference, however most clients need a series of peels throughout the year. The deeper peels obviously will have longer lasting results if you maintain your skin properly. Peels work best in conjunction with other aggressive treatments: Microneedling "Micropen", Microdermabrasion, and Epidermal Leveling. ***


Happy Makeover Monday!! 
xoxo,
Kristian (the.best.aestie)

Are you interested in booking a peel or medical treatment for your skin? I'd love to see you! Please fill out form below. 

Body after the Bump...

I have received several messages and emails requesting a blog post on how I personally was able to get my pre pregnancy body back. Let me start off by saying I am not a fitness expert by no means, and certainly do not claim to be! I love reading your messages, comments, emails, texts and feedback... it truly makes my day, and means so very much to me! For all of you requesting this blog post this ones for you!!! Please know I am not pushing my views or telling you what to do, just simply sharing with you what I did! Take what you wish! I hope it helps and answers any questions you wonderful ladies have! 

First things first, I gained a whopping fifty pounds with Saylor! Yes, it's true fifty! I wish I could tell you my pregnancy was easy and I worked out and ate super clean, ha! Nope. I was sick everyday for five months, threw up at least once a day, and had no energy to workout.  Now, before I was pregnant I did workout religiously so "muscle memory" is huge when bouncing back! 

What I did before pregnancy:

Jay Johnson's Bootcamp Fitness! I lovvvvvve this program, Jay, his wife Lin and their amazing staff! I went a minimum of three days a week. You will notice amazing results if you are consistent and clean up your diet in as little as two weeks! It just continues to get better and better after that.

Before my bootcamp days, I danced and cheered professionally. Like I said before, "muscle memory" is huge! If you have a good foundation it's going to make a big difference! If you don't, no need to stress or lose sleep over it, you can bounce back too it's just going to take a little extra work, focus and dedication! You will get there so please don't give up! 

While I was pregnant: 

I enjoyed every minute of growing a little baby girl! I slept often, I had morning sickness always and I certainly ate anything I was craving! I also worked full time on my feet up until a week before I had her! 

Post Pregnancy: 

Breastfeeding- to me it was everything, and the best thing I could do for my sweet little one! I breastfed Saylor thirteen months.  Not only is Saylor super healthy but this for me played a huge role in weight loss.  I lost a total of thirty pounds by breastfeeding alone. 

Belly Bandit- I ordered the Belly Bandit Orginal and wore it literally right after I had her and everyday and night for the first three months. This truly helped to tone and tighten my tummy. 

Fit Tea- 28 Day Detox. The tea is delicious, all natural and great for your body! I followed the protocol and drank my hot tea once a day! I lost seven pounds with this detox.

Alexa Jean Fitness- This mama rocks! She has the coolest work outs, designed for at home, outside, on the go, or a gym! She makes working out easy to follow, enjoyable and doable! My favorite program of hers is "Sore to the Core." I toned up and lost about five to eight pounds with her workouts!

NO Carbs, NO Sugar, Only Water- A not so fun routine, lasted three weeks but helped me to loose my last few pounds!! I only did this recently to get swimsuit ready for our Cabo vacation. I ate plenty of protein, veggies, and some fruit! I was constantly drinking water! This I will tell you is not at all easy! I did not love it, but if you are serious and dedicated It makes a crazy difference!

Things you should know:

Here are a few things you should know about me and my everyday lifestyle that also keep me fit and healthy!

  • I drink tons of water.
  • I rarely eat fried food.
  • I cook at home more than eating out.
  • I love veggies and salads.
  • I eat lean meats, more so white than red, but definitely eat both.
  • I definitely have cheat meals and splurge when I want to!
  • I try my best to not eat late or late night snack.
  • I do not drink beer, coffee, sodas or energy drinks. ( yes I've had sodas and will take a sip from time to time, it's just not my drink of choice.)
  • I drink wellness water. Balancing my bodies PH. Himalayan Salt solution "Sole", "Pure" hydration water additives, and "Essentia" water.
  • I'm not big on fast food or sweets. 
  • I never skip meals. 
  • I naturally have a high metabolism.
  • I'm very active, always on the go and work on my feet.
  • I'm not a huge drinker at all, I rarely drink alcohol. To be honest I may have three to five drinks a year!

So there you have it, you wanted to know what, when, how I am back to normal after baby... So I shared! Do what makes you happy and what you feel comfortable with. Don't try to be someone your not! Work out, eat clean and healthy truly because you want to, because it makes you feel better. Be the best you! Don't compare yourself to anyone else, because your not like anyone else! Love yourself, love your body! You are beautiful no matter what the scale says or the size of your jeans! Don't be hard on yourself after having such a precious little bundle of joy! Having a baby is the greatest blessing! Enjoy and cherish every moment. "Skinny" is so overrated HAPPY is EVERYTHING! Be.U.tiful!!!!! 

much love,

Kristian 

 

Fall La La La ...

I am so ready for FALL I can't stand it! Especially after a Texas summer...who isn't?!?? The weather, cool and breezy, the colors of fall, the layers, the boots, leg warmers, the scarfs, the hats and jackets!!! I wanted to share with you guys my "Fall La La La" which is my MUST HAVE signature pieces I'll be wearing through out fall over and over, mixing and matching each time for several complete outfit looks! Enjoy, and as always... Be.U.tiful!!!

xoxo,

Kristian 

1. Black Cape Coat...Obsessed much?! I am! I'll be sporting this baby with leather leggings, and stilettos, skinny jeans and booties, sweater dresses, tights and over the knee boots. 

2. Plaid... really? I know, I can't believe I'm loving it! Jeans, leggings, under a sweater, under your blazer or vest... lots of options with this ol' plaid button up!

3. Kiss of Cashmere- One of my hands down favorite sweaters of all time! Victoria Secret Kiss of Cashmere is a classic! Can be worn loose swoop neck, off the shoulder one way or off both shoulders, or loose low back. You can wear as a dress with thicker tights, or as a cozy sweater. It's comfy and soooo cute on!

4. Hunters- Well, Well, Well if it isn't the Wellies! Yep high gloss rubber rain boots known as Hunter... they are still going strong ladies and gentlemen and rain or shine I'll sure be rocking mine!

5. Navy Blazer- duh is this even a question?! Worn with denim (destressed or classic), maxi dress, maxi skirt, slacks, shorts and printed tights or a mini skirt and tights. Love me a navy blazer!

6. Blanket Scarf- beautiful is what it is! So cozy and stylish with so many ways to wear. It's a must!

7. Puffer Vest- Say yes to the puffer vest! Not only will you stay warm and feel secure, but you'll look extra stylish and trendy!

8. Suede Stilletto Booties- Sexy, and sleek! Worn with pretty much anything, anywhere, anytime! A definite fall shoe fetish.

9. Felt Floppy Hat- Good hair day, bad hair day ... who cares, this hat is too cute not to toss on and add a lil' fabulous to your look!

10. Leather- last but certainly not least a nice worn brown leather jacket to complete the list! Wear anyway, anywhere! You won't be sorry! 

Skin Stress!?!?!???

Are you stressing over your skin? Dry, Oily, Dehydrated, Dull, Breakouts??? No fuss... I can help! Here are a few tips and quick fixes to help a sister out! 


DRY- You're constantly slathering heavy creams on your face, and nothing is helping... your skin feels tight and rough... looks dull and lifeless... you go to put on your make-up and it has no glow... 

What you need :

 A major exfoliation- I treat dry skin almost every single day and the first step to getting you hydrated, super smooth, and glowing is getting all that dull dead skin off! I love exfoliation and am not afraid to go for it! Depending on how dry your skin is I like to use multiple layers, a scrub, an enzyme, an acid, a clarisonic ... sounds crazy I know but you are moments away from silky smooth, glowing skin! 

1. Cleanse skin with a creamy cleanser, foaming will dry your already dry skin out even more. Leave cleanser on for next step...

My favorite CLEANSERS for DRY skin: Epicuren Apricot Cleanser, Epicuren Milk Cleanser, & Rhonda Allison Milk Cleanser.

2. Apply a gritty scrub to start polishing your dry skin. Massage all over in circular motions. Rinse away all products, pat dry...

My favorite SCRUBS for DRY skin: Epicuren Microderm Scrub, Epicuren Apricot Scrub, & Epicuren Vanilla Brown Sugar scrub. 

3. Now the fun part your exfoliating mask to munch away all that dead skin! Apply your mask (enzyme, acid) all over skin like a mask. You can apply with a new foundation brush or your fingers. Leave this mask on for 10-15 min. Don't rinse just yet...

My favorite EXFOLIANTS for DRY skin: Epicuren Pumpkin Apple Spice,& Cosmedix Pure Enzyme.

4. Before rinsing away I love to get my clarisonic brush wet and use all over my face with the mask on to help exfoliate even more and remove the mask. Now you can rinse away!

5. Your skin should feel so smooth and soft already, it may be a lil' pink or rosey that is a good sign of blood flow, circulation and stimulation so no need to panic you're skin is feeling alive! 

6. Moisturize Moisturize Moisturize! Now that we've broken down that top layer of dead dull skin you will be able to actually absorb your products! I love to apply a serum first then a nice rich moisturizer to push in serum and lock in moisture. 

My favorite SERUMS for DRY skin:  Epicuren Bulgarian Rose Otto, & G.M. Collin Phyto Stem Cell Serum.

My favorite MOISTURIZERS for DRY skin: Epicuren Hydro Moisture Plus & G.M. Collin Phyto Stem Cell Cream.

Spa Treatments:
  • Epidermal Leveling
  • Diamond Tip Microderm
  • PhytoStem Cell Facial 

OILY- You just need balance! Afraid to put moisturizers on because your skin is a oil factory?!? I get it, I understand! Have no fear we just need to control and balance your bodies natural oil.

1. Cleanse your skin with a nice foaming, invigorating cleanser. I love to use a foaming cleanser that lathers really well and has glycolic or salicylic acid to break down oil and blackheads,  and purify your pores to get them squeaky clean!

My favorite CLEANSERS for OILY skin: Epicuren Gelle Cleanser, & Cosmedix Purity Clean

2. Apply a nice scrub to deep clean and polish your skin. Massage all over face in circular motions. Use you clarisonic along with the cleanser and scrub combo for a deeper more thorough exfoliation. 

My favorite EXFOLIANTS for OILY skin: Cosmedix Purity Detox Scrub, & Epicuren Microderm Scrub.

3. Balance your skin with a nice refreshing toner, or astringent. Apply all over your face using a cotton pad, some toners are available as remoistened treating pads. 

My favorite TONERS for OILY skin: Epicuren Clarify Toner, G.M. Collin Acne Complex Toner with TeaTree Oil, Cosmedix Purity Balance, & Glycolix 10-2 pads.

4. Mask or Peel time your choice, both highly effective! You need a detoxing, oil pulling mask, like a clay, or charcoal mask to help clarify your skin. Apply with a new foundation brush or your fingers. Leave mask on for atleast 20 min. 

My favorite MASK for OILY skin: Epicuren Volcanic Clay, Eminence Hungarian Mudd, Cosmedix Clear, & Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic.

My favorite at home PEELS for OILY skin: Eminence Clear Skin Peel, Dr. Dennis Gross AHA Peel, & Nia 24 Resurfacing Peel.

5. Although you may be appose to moisturizers, you really need one! It's all about balance like I said before! There are hydrating moisturizers, or gels designed just for oily skin. Apply all over face am and pm. 

My favorite MOISTURIZERS for OILY skin: Epicuren Acidophlous Probiotic, G.M. Collin Puracne Oxygen Gel, & Eminence Clearskin Probiotic. 

Spa Treatments:
  • Hydrafacial MD
  • Custom Peel
  • Epicuren Signature Facial 
  • Puracne Oxygen Facial

DEHYDRATED- you're dry, you're oily, everything you put onto your skin, it sucks up immediately! Your skin is lacking water! It may look scaley, flakey, or show tiny dehydration lines around eyes and forehead. 

Dehydrated skin can and will occur to any skin type. Select a cleanser, toner, mask best for you. Apply just like the other steps listed above. 

1. You need water!! Yes lots!! Drink up!! Natural coconut water is amazing for internal hydration! Stay away from alcohol, tea, and sodas ... they will dehydrate you even more!

1. After skin is clean, exfoliated and prepped for moisturizer first apply a serum then follow with a luxurious hydrating moisturizer. 

My Favorite SERUMS for Dehydrated skin: G.M. Collin Hydramusine Optimal Serum, G.M. Collin Ceremides, Epicuren Colostrum Cream.

My Favorite MOISTURIZERS for Dehydrated skin: G.M. Collin Hydramucine Optimal Gel, Epicuren Ultra Rose Treat, Epicuren Facial Emulsion.

Spa Treatments:
  • Intraceuticals Oxygen Facial
  • Pure Collagen Facial
     

Breakouts! Look it happens to anyone, any skin type and any age! 

Here are my favorite products to nip those pesky breakouts in the booty!!!

  • Kate Sommerville Eradikate
  • Mario Badescu Drying Lotion
  • Eminence Hot Eight Greens Phyto Masque
     
Spa Tretments: 
  • Tesla High Frequency 
  • Red and Blue Light Therapy (LED)
  • Extractions

Have fun playing aesthetician at home and if your local I'd love to see you!! Just head over to my contact page (under reviews) for spa location! 

Much Love!

Your favorite aestie, 

Kristian Nightengale 
 

 

 

Louis V and Lilly P...

Fashion Friday ... more like Stylish Saturday! Is it the week end already?!? Where has the time gone? School back in session and life is crazzzzzy busy ... Summer may be over but you've still got a few more weeks to pull off some pretty cute week end looks! My girls are rocking the flowy tops and white shorts, it's not Labor Day yet! 

Get Morgan's Look:

Tank: Free People// Shorts: American Eagle// Sandals: American Eagle 

Get Julia's Look:

Entire Outfit: The one and only... Nordstrom


Now what we've all been waiting for... The "Must Have" backpack of the school year ... Louis Vuitton Bosphore Backpack!!! 

The Bosphore Backpack in striking Monogram canvas is a wonderfully practical bag. With its numerous pockets, generous capacity and comfortable adjustable straps, it is the perfect city companion.
— Louis Vuitton

What shall I carry in my amazing bag???  An amazing "Agenda" of course!!!

Live everyday like it’s a celebration and make every hour a happy hour.
— Lilly Pulitzer

All About Anthropologie.

 Fall in love with Anthropologie's fall collection! Hunter green, sequins, denim and suede ... Can it get any better!?!? You'll definitely stand out in this shimmer sleeve anorak!! It's an Anthropologie established classic! This is not your boyfriends jacket! Paired beautifully with mother denim, a perfect grey essential tee and splendid addie ankle boots. Styled from head to toe in Anthropologie... you'll make quite an entrance!
 


Lovvvvve what you see???
Get Morgan's Look...


More Anthropologie obsession!!!

Photo Credit: www.creativeshotzonline.com

Model: Morgan Morris 

Outfit Styling: C/O Kelly Foster, Anthropologie Southlake.

Kimono Krazzzze

Nothing says "Back to School" better than a beautiful flowing kimono and a pair of your favorite skinnies! The color options, styles, prints, and patterns are endless. Whether you dress it up or play it casual cool, you will be rocking a fresh look to kick off your school year! Can't get enough of this beauty and her pretty lil' ensemble ...  this look is sweet, dainty, and oh so gorgeous! Go "back to school" with style, sass and pure class!!!

Get Julia's Look:

Kimono: Daniel Rainn// Chambray Blue Shirt: Michael Kors// White Skinnies: Nordstrom// Gold Flats: Nordstrom// Bracelets: Alex and Ani// Texas ring: James Avery


More Kimono Krazzzze ...

Get the Look: 

Candie's available at Kohls. 


Julia's accessory "must haves" Alex and Ani stackable charm bracelets!!! 


Ring obsession for all our TEXAS lovers!!! James Avery knows best ;)


Photo Credit: www.creativeshotzonline.com

Let's talk... Lashes!!!

Yes that's right LASHES, one of my favorite features to play up! I know lash extensions are all the rage and seriously I see why, but what if I told you you can have the same effect with your natural lashes!! I have to admit, of course I've experienced the lash extension phase and while I had them on they were beautiful, quick, easy, and I loved them. It wasn't until I decided I wanted a lash break I realized how damaging they truly were to my natural lashes! I felt so bare, like I had no lashes left... it was pretty devastating! So there I was on a mission to grow and restrengthen my own lashes. Luckily I'm an aesthetician, I didn't have to look far. I bought Revitalash and begin using it every night right after I cleansed my skin. Over the next couple of weeks I noticed a major difference in length, and thickness, after six weeks I noticed a dramatic difference! Another huge part in growing my lashes out if you will, was my amazing life changing hair vitamins Hairfinity ... love love these Rapunzel pills! They are easy to take, no side effects and nothing but vitamins great for your hair, skin and nails. They have played a huge role in thickening my lashes and allowing them to grow much longer. Last but certainly not least  a simple mascara change up... Younique Moodstruck 3d Fiber Lash mascara. I do not use every single day, but when I really want a dramatic false lash look this is the way to go! I get compliments daily on my lashes and asked all the time who my lash girl is ... I get to smile and say "oh they're mine!" So there you have it my three magic tricks that helped me achieve my own "lash extension" look! Still love your extensions that is great and like I said before I don't blame you, but one day I'm sure you will want a break or to completely stop and it'll be nice to know there is hope!! Now, I mentioned to you three exact products that I have used and loved the results, however because it is part of my job to try several products and review the outcome I will tell you a less expensive alternative to achieve the same result (just takes a lil longer to get there.) NutraLuxe Lash MD, and Physicians Formula Lash Extensions mascara! I'm currently using both... they too work wonders! You can decide what the best route for you is ... the "Neimans" budget or "Nordstrom" I love both, and now you have options!