Hi there darlings, feeling the heat today? Definitely a beachy day in Amsterdam. And I thought by myself why not just do it? As a kid I remember playing ‘I’m going to the beach and taking with me…’ Well, today I did the same for you. I’m going to the beach and taking with me….

My Sunblock cream from Garnier, after all can’t afford my sun allergy to take over. My waterproof mascara from L’Oréal, in case I take a dip in the sea. My pink lipgloss and some nail polish by L’Oréal to keep me busy. Of course I took a magazine, and not just a magazine but Vogue the Book! Have it for a while now, but didn’t get a chance to read it yet. So today is perfect. My new sublime express pro sublime bronze by L’Oréal for my face, since I can’t enjoy the sun too long and I’m still dying for a beautiful tan. My new BB summer legs cream also by L’Oréal for the perfect summer legs. Last but not least my favorite L’Oréal makeup bag to take everything with me!

What are you doing this beautiful beachy day?

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Hi there sweethearts, a lovely day for some beauty tips isn’t it? Now I was thinking of some tips I use to preserve my natural beauty and I would love to share them with you. Who wants to look like a Barbie doll after all? So here we go.

1. Use facial masks every week
A high quality facial mask can make your skin look soft and smooth. It also helps to keep you looking young and fresh without using layers and layers of make-up. By making time at least once a week to relax and use a facial mask you’ll definitely see the difference.

2. Eat healthy food
Of course you know that healthy food is important for your body. But did you also know healthy food can make your skin look great? Take avocado for example. There are a lot of foods out there to keep your skin healthy. Stay tuned to find out more about these healthy foods.

3. Try using minimal hair styling products
Your hair can look beautiful, pretty and healthy by just using less hair styling products. I know it sounds weird. But it’s true ladies. I tried it myself and it just works. Also not washing your hair daily has a lot of benefits. For example it prevents your hair from breaking easier.

4. Wear perfume or body spray every day
Lots of women are busy making themselves beautiful with make-up, but what they often forget is that smell is as important as make-up. Choose a fragrance that suits your mood.

Follow these four beauty tips to get that natural beauty we’re all craving for! Let me know how it worked out for you.

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Hi there sweethearts, lipgloss seems to be all over the place isn’t it? No matter where I look, everyone is wearing or lipgloss or lipstick with lipgloss. What happened to the gorgeous matte lipsticks? I talked about it with my friends and a lot of responses are like dry out lips and a lifeless look. But I totally do not agree. That’s why I made a list of why matte lipsticks are delightful!
Read along and find out why your lipstick collection must contain some matte lipsticks.

1. Go bold
Lipgloss or lipgloss based lipsticks are not that much of an option if you like bold colors. They smudge transfer and don’t last long. In contrast to lipgloss matte lipsticks don’t create all that mess.

2. Be in style
Whether you’re opting for a cool or chic look, matte lipsticks are always in fashion. You’ll see that in time there will be no other lipstick form you’d want to use.

3. Get naturel
If you’re into natural makeups, matte lipsticks are indispensable. No one will even notice you’re wearing lipstick, but your lips will look beautiful. Of course it’s your job to find the right natural colors.

4. Go versatile
Matte lipsticks are extremely versatile. You can wear it each day, for example as a base coat on your lips. When using a matte nude lipstick and apply another color over it, you’ll see the second layer is far more intense than when you apply it directly on your lips. An extra tip: add a little bit of clear gloss on the center of your lips for the perfect finish!

5. Save yourself time
Last but not least, matte lipsticks are extremely easy to wear. The lipsticks tend to last longer and are more pigmented than lipgloss which makes it easy to go for bolder colors. You can update every look in a sec by choosing the right matte lipstick. Tip: before applying the matte lipstick, use a clear balm to prevent your lips from dehydrating.

If I still haven’t convinced you, than I’m very sorry for you dear. You’re missing out on being fabulous!

Till the next post darlings,

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Hi there angels, I don’t know how you ladies feel about getting you hair done but I definitely do not have a hairdresser every morning saying: “Oh hi dear, what look are you going for today?” No I have to do it on my own. Today I found a hair tutorial which shows how to make those beautiful Dutch waterfall braids. Take a look and get inspired for a new hairdo.

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Hoe maak je de Nederlandse watervalvlecht

Hi lieverds, ik weet niet hoe jullie je voelen over het laten doen van je haar… Ik heb in ieder geval niet elke ochtend een kapper die zegt: “Hi schat, welke look wil je vandaag hebben?” Nee hoor, ik moet het helemaal zelf doen. Vandaag heb ik dus een hair tutorial gevonden die laat zien hoe je jouw eigen haar in de prachtige Nederlandse watervalvlecht kunt zetten. Kijk snel mee en raak geïnspireerd.

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Hi there darlings, what a lovely day isn’t it? Not! It’s rainy, cold and did I already mentioned cold? But hey, we’re mid- May so technically summer right? So in case the weather gets better I’m prepared with the following next 5 beauty tips for this summer. Read along and find out my not so secret tricks.

1. Wear sunscreen
In general, due to my sun allergy I wear sunscreen every day. Yes, even if it’s winter. But during thesummer it’s a must to have some good quality sunscreen for everyone. Not only does it protect your skin from sunburn, it also protects against skin aging and even skin cancer!

2. Don’t overdo it
During the summer it can get very warm easily. So, don’t overdo your make- up. Some thick foundation and eyeliner will slide away faster than you applied it. Go for some lighter make- up. Like a tined moisturizer.

3. Make waterproof your middle name
Summer time means sweating and swimming. To keep your look in place go for as much waterproof make- up products as you can. Use waterproof mascara, waterproof eyeshadow, waterproof eyeliner and waterproof concealer to keep your look in place.

4. Pay attention to your hair
All that swimming will make your hair frizz like it’s been through a storm, but don’t you worry. No chlorine will be able to beat our hair down (or should I say up?) The only thing you should do is revitalize. Use some good hair masks and your hair will look gorgeous in and outside the pool!

5. Find your best friend Bronzer
Trust me, you want to be bronzer your best friend. Especially during the summer. Bronzer gives you the right touch of shine and color to create the perfect healthy glow, you just have to find the right bronzer for you. The high temperatures during the summer can make it really hard to keep your make- up in place, trust me if there’s someone who knows it’s me. I hope these tips help you out, like they helped me!

You’ll hear from me soon!

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Hi there sweethearts, I got some new life hacks available for you. Today’s post is about beauty products you should put in the refrigerator. Why you ask? To keep them functional and help you make yourself beautiful and pretty. Find out what I’m talking about.

1. Gel rollers for your eyes
The amazing rollers we use to camouflage those bags under our eyes. The secret of the roller lies within the metal ball inside the tube. As it goes for metal how colder, how better it works. For the best results you should be shifting those rollers in the refrigerator direction.

2. Nail polish
Did you know applying nail polish is a hell lot easier if it’s cold? Besides, cold nail polish sticks way better than warm nail polish which leads to perfectly polished nails. So start dragging your whole collection into the cold darlings.

3. Facial gel masks
Perfect to relax your skin and they work even better when they’re cold. So all those masks are ready to relocate.

4. Eyeliner
Warmth makes your eye pencil squashy, causing you a difficult time to put your winged eyeliner on. The cold on the other hand keeps the eye pencil hard, making it easier getting that straight line.

5. Perfume
I can hear you think what is she talking about. But trust me ladies, I know it sound weird, but chill keeps the scent of the perfume longer intact. Now you can showcase your whole perfume collection in the refrigerator, next to your salads and smoothie ingredients.

Amazing life hacks don’t you think? A final tip is to keep your beauty products separated from your nutrients. Empty a shelf and keep it available for all the beauty products you decide to put in the refrigerator.

Social Media tekst Engels: Hi there sweethearts, I got some new life hacks on beauty product available for you. Spoiler: you’ll need to make some room in your refrigerator. Find out what I’m talking about!

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Hi angels, you know that time of the week or month you have to face the activity you rather avoid? No, I’m not talking about your period. I’m talking about shaving! Particularly ladies with a sensitive skin -like me- have to go through a hell lot of trouble to get that smooth skin we love. The tips below will help you face it.

1. Don’t use warm water
The heat of the water makes your skin red and irritated.

2. Use a good razor blade
There are a lot of razor blades especially made for the sensitive skin. This doesn’t mean they aren’t sharp.

3. Scrub your skin in advance
You probably already know scrubbing is good. It prevents ingrown hairs and keeps your skin healthy. But be cautious not to shave immediately after scrubbing. Your skin needs time to rest.

4. Use shaving crème
It’s not like you’re trimming a beard, but shaving crème has definitely its benefits. It keeps your skin hydrated and protected. Don’t keep the crème too long on your skin tough. This will cause flakes on your skin which will irritate.

5. Shave in the direction of your hair grows
It looks like shaving in the opposite direction of how your hair grows is easier and has a quicker result. But it creates red bumps easier and faster on your skin.

6. Don’t shave too often on the same skin area
To prevent irritated skin it’s wise to shave in tracks. This way you won’t shave too often on the same skin area.

7. Moisturize your skin
After shaving the whole surface you can use a natural product like coconut oil to moisturize your skin. This will help prevent dehydration and irritation.

This are some tips I use every time I have to shave and it really helps to keep my skin rested. Try it out and let me know what you think.

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Hi angels, I know I’m not the only one out there showing off my long hair. And for all the ladies with long hair, you know there’re a few things that always keep happening to you. That’s why I made a short list of all kinds of stuff I have to deal with every day and I’m sure you’ll recognize it!

1. ‘Don’t you need to see a hairdresser?’
I daily take a look in the mirror, at least every five minutes. So I’m sure how my hair looks. Trust me, if there is someone who knows when I need to visit the hairdresser I would be the first one to know. So no, I don’t need to visit the hairdresser, but thanks for the concern! Yes, I know. I can get really bitchy if it comes down to my hair.

2. How does your hair grow this fast?
Maybe I’ve the perfect genes? Or maybe I just take good care of my hair? Who knows… I’m just happy it does grow.

3. A tight ponytail hurts like hell
You know what I’m talking about, it feels like your hair is fighting gravity. Nevertheless we keep doing it. Well, you know what they say. Who wants to look beautiful has to suffer pain.

4. The messy bun can be a real mess
There are people out there envying all the hair we have, but what do they know about the struggles we have to go to, just to create that perfectly messy bun? But, practice makes perfect. And thankfully we have a lot to work with.

5. Curling or straightening is a day job
If I decide to curl or straighten my hair, I literally have to schedule the time it will take in my planning for that day. At least, I had to. Past tense. It was terrible, but thanks to the hair angels I have on quick dial, now I can get my hair done in a reasonable amount of time.

6. You feel like Rapunzel
Combing your hair is part of your morning and evening routine. Sometimes even your midday routine if that’s a thing. In order to keep the golden locks in check we have to brush a lot.

7. ‘Isn’t it hard to wash all of that long hair?’
Yes, it is hard. A full wash and dry process costs me around 2 hours. But hey, if you really want something… You know it’s absolutely worth it!

What do you think ladies? Relatable?

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Hi sweethearts, a new vlog is up! Again you say? Yes, ladies and gentlemen my fourth vlog by now. This one, as the name says is all about my trip to the hairdresser. What a happening it was.

After a long time of questioning whether I wanted to cut my hair off or not I finally decided to go for it. Bad experiences have thought me not to visit random hairdressers. That’s why I went for a trusted hairstudio called Svemir hair design located at Olympiaplein 144.

I was going for some casual trimming here and there, but the sweet hair stylist gave me a complete glamorous hairstyle preserving the length of my hair. I was totally happy with it.

Take a look below or on my youtube channel Anna-Radha Ghiraw to find out how my new coupe looks.

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Welcome back darlings, today I want to discuss a struggle we probably have to deal with every day: how to always look good? Well, I don’t want to state I got a secret formula who will make you say ‘I woke up like this’ each and every morning. But well, I got some beauty hacks that will help you to always look beautiful. Let’s get started.

1. Enough sleep
Obviously a true beauty needs her beauty sleeps to be beautiful in the first place. So, make sure you get enough of it. Research has shown that the average person needs eight hours to recover. Go get it!

2. Morning skincare
The trick is to wash your face with cold water in the morning and apply a nourishing or moisturizing day cream. This way your skin will look fresh and healthy. Thereafter you can continue with your daily make- up routine.

3. Don’t forget your hair
You can be wearing a great outfit, getting eight hours of sleep and washing your face with cold water, but if your hair isn’t done you’ll still look dowdy. Not doing your hair is like choosing to have a bad hairday, and why would you want that right? So, even if you create an easy up-do bun. Your hair at least is done. Never forget the hair ladies.

4. Hydrate
Make sure you drink at least one and a half liters of water a day. Water cleans your body, makes your skin looks bright and you’ll feel a lot fitter during the day.

5. Lip- care
If your lips have a healthy appearance, it will lift your face automatically. And by lip- care I don’t mean choosing a sweet lipstick matching your outfit, no my dears, I mean lips looking soft and tender. How do you get your lips like this you ask. Well, salve till you drop. That’s the trick. Make sure you have a lip balm in every purse or bag you own. From now on your lip balm is your new best friend!

6. Shape those brows
By now we all know it’s trending to have visible, full eyebrows. This sweethearts, does not mean you let it grow till it’s a bush on your face. No, you shape it, groom it and look badass gorgeous.

So, these six tips can really help you look good every day. Try them out for a couple of days and you’ll notice the difference. Are there any tips you would like to share with me? Let me know!

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