Author: Lee

Lee is the Founder of BeautyLeeBar—a beauty and lifestyle platform celebrating self-expression, wellness, and confidence. As a blogger, influencer, and content creator, she’s passionate about inspiring others to feel beautiful inside and out.

Why Everyone’s Wearing a Red Thread for Love — Myth, Meaning, and TikTok Magic

Published on by LeeLeave a comment

They say when two people are meant to meet, nothing can keep them apart — not timing, not distance, not circumstance. According to ancient legend, they’re connected by an invisible red thread that may stretch or tangle, but never breaks.

Sound mystical? This age-old story is having a major moment in the modern world — especially on social media, where more and more people are turning to the red thread ritual to attract love with purpose and intention.

So… does it actually work? Is it magic? A powerful symbol? Or maybe just a gentle reminder that love isn’t something to chase — it’s something to welcome, one meaningful thread at a time.

Let’s dive into the red thread ritual and why it’s capturing hearts everywhere.

A Legend That Arrived on TikTok

The red thread of fate traces back to Chinese and Japanese mythology. In one version, the moon god Yue Lao — think of him as a celestial matchmaker — ties soulmates together with a red thread long before they meet. In another, the gods of destiny loop that same red string around the little fingers of people who are meant to cross paths, no matter the time or place.

Over the years, this legend traveled from ancient folklore to pop culture, and now it’s trending everywhere — from TikTok and Pinterest to full moon rituals and manifesting routines. That once-invisible thread? It’s now a real-life gesture: a simple piece of red cotton tied to the left pinky finger, worn like an amulet to call in love with energy and intention.

And honestly… in an age of ghosting, unanswered matches, and situationships, who couldn’t use a little magic?

Red Thread Ritual: Connect with What You Want — Not Who You Want

This ritual is simple, personal, and surprisingly powerful — especially when done with clear intention. You can do it solo as a quiet moment of self-connection, share it with close friends as a bonding experience, or even practice it with a partner to align your energy and intentions together. Here’s a refreshed guide to help you make it your own:

✨ 1. Get Your Red Yarn
Choose a red cotton thread, ideally something natural. What matters most is intention — maybe it’s gifted to you, found in a meaningful place, or simply chosen with care. Let it hold significance from the start.

✨ 2. Purify It
Cleanse the thread before wearing it. You can pass it through the smoke of incense (copal, sandalwood, or lavender work beautifully) or leave it under moonlight overnight. This charges it with clear, positive energy — ready to support your intention.

✨ 3. Set Your Intention
This isn’t about “tying” someone to you. It’s about connecting with the kind of love or relationship you want to attract — think genuine connection, trust, companionship, conscious love. Write it down, visualize it, or simply sit with it in meditation for a few moments.

✨ 4. Tie It with Purpose
Wrap the thread around your left wrist or left pinky finger (the heart’s side). As you tie it, ask that only what is true, mutual, and aligned with your highest good comes into your life.

✨ 5. Wear It, Then Let It Go
Keep the thread on until it naturally falls off or until you feel it’s fulfilled its purpose. Afterward, you can bury it, place it under your pillow, or burn it as a way to symbolically release and close the ritual.

✨ Bonus Option:

🌙 Want to make it even more magical? Try this ritual under a full moon to amplify your intention.

Red Thread Blessings Around the World

While many people tie the red thread on their own, others seek out a deeper, more spiritual experience — receiving the red thread as a blessing at a temple. This version of the ritual is often tied by monks or spiritual guides and is believed to carry protective energy, love, and good fortune.

Celebrities like Nani and Sky have traveled to temples in places like Chiang Mai, Thailand, where the red thread is part of a sacred ceremony, often accompanied by prayers or intentions for love, healing, or inner peace.

From Thailand to Japan, Bali, and Nepal, temples in different parts of the world offer red thread blessings — each with its own cultural meaning, but all centered on connection, protection, and love.

Whether received as a blessing or tied in a personal ritual, the red thread’s power lies in the intention behind it.

Love, When You’re Ready For It

Whether you tie it yourself or receive it as a blessing, the red thread isn’t about chasing love — it’s about calling in connection with intention, patience, and purpose.

Maybe it’s magic. Maybe it’s a mindset. Either way, the ritual is a beautiful reminder that love — the real, meaningful kind — isn’t something you find in a rush… It’s something that finds you when you’re ready.

💖 Wore the red thread? Show us your take on the ritual. Tag @BeautyLeeBar and use #BeautyLeeBarLove.

From Pink to Green: Why Guava Nails Are Summer’s Sweetest Trend

Published on by LeeLeave a comment

We’ve declared it: it’s officially a guava girl summer. With fruity, vibrant shades taking over our makeup routines, it only makes sense that our nails get in on the fun, too. Enter guava nails—the juicy, eye-catching manicure trend everyone’s obsessing over right now. Inspired by the tropical fruit (think bright green skin paired with a bold pink center), this playful color combination is the perfect way to add a splash of color—especially if your wardrobe leans toward minimal or neutral styles. Plus, it’s a guaranteed compliment magnet. Whether you go bold with cat-eye shapes, opt for a glossy glazed finish, or keep it subtle and chic, here’s how to rock the guava aesthetic this summer.

Step 1: Pick the Perfect Shades

The key to mastering the guava nails trend? Choosing just the right polishes to capture that juicy, tropical vibe. For the signature zesty green outer hue, standout picks include Londontown’s Tipsy Mermaid and H&M’s Got Myself a Gecko—both vibrant, fresh, and totally reminiscent of guava’s bold exterior.

When it comes to the fruity pink center, go for shades that pop: try Chanel’s 143 Diva for a rich, saturated look, or opt for something softer and sparkly like Deborah Lippmann’s Dream a Little Dream.

Prefer a sheer, jelly-like finish? Mix any of these polishes with a clear top coat on a palette to customize the transparency to your liking. It’s an easy hack for that glossy, fruit-inspired look.

Step 2: Add Texture or Dimension

Take your guava nails to the next level by adding texture and visual depth. Start with a magnetic polish in either green or pink to create a cat-eye effect—it adds instant dimension and a touch of glam. Then, layer a jelly formula in the opposite color down the center for that luscious, fruit-inspired finish.

Want something more playful? Try the sponge method: gently dab a bit of coordinating eyeshadow over your nails to create a soft, ombré effect that blends pink and green just like the inside of a guava. It’s easy, fun, and delivers that juicy, diffused look.

Step 3: Seal the Deal

Regardless of the finish or design you choose, don’t skip the top coat. A high-gloss gel or glassy top coat is essential for achieving that ultra-shiny, just-bit-into-it effect. It not only pulls the whole look together but also helps prevent chips—so your guava nails stay fresh and vibrant all week long.

Whether you’re heading to the beach or brunch, these juicy nails are the perfect finishing touch to every summer look.

Guava nails are the ultimate way to add a juicy pop to your summer style—bold, fun, and totally irresistible. Tried the look? Tag @BeautyLeeBar and show us your take—we’re ready to obsess. ✨ And if you’re loving the guava aesthetic, don’t miss The Guava Girl Glow-Up You Need This Summer for the perfect makeup match. 🍉🌸 #BeautyLeeBarNails

Make a Splash with Pool Water Nails — The Trending Summer Look

Published on by LeeLeave a comment

Ready to level up your summer mani? Pool Water Nails are making a splash — and we’re obsessed. This fun, aqua-inspired look has flooded our feeds with its glossy blue hues and ripple-like designs that mimic the look of actual water. It’s playful. It’s nostalgic. And best of all? It’s surprisingly easy to recreate. Whether you’re a DIY nail girlie or booking a salon sesh, this is the statement nail of the season. Keep scrolling for inspo and the easiest way to try the trend at home.

💅 Step 1: Build Your Base

As always, start with clean, prepped nails — file, push back the cuticles, and apply a solid base coat. Now for the fun part: color.

Pick a blue gel polish to set the tone. Want something soft and ocean-like? Try “Iced Blue” by Le Mini Macaron. Feeling bold? Go bright and punchy with Gelcare’s “Aura Blue”. Apply one even coat and allow it to fully cure or dry before proceeding.

Next up, it’s time for that dreamy ripple effect. Grab a milky, semi-sheer gel polish — “Chantilly Lace” is a go-to — and apply a thin layer right on top. Here’s the trick: don’t cure it just yet. You’ll need that wet polish to create the water-like swirls in the next step.

🌊 Step 2: Create the Ripple Effect

While your milky layer is still wet, grab a dotting tool and dip it into either a clear polish or a blooming gel. Gently tap random-sized dots across the nail — no need to overthink it! As the product spreads, it’ll naturally create those soft, ripple-like waves that look just like sunlit pool water. Dreamy, right?

Once your ripples have settled into a design you love, pop your nails under a lamp and cure to lock it in.

Finish off with a high-gloss top coat, cure one last time, and boom — your pool water nails are officially ready to make a splash. Expect compliments. Lots of them.

Pool Water Nails Inspo:

@bella.nailzz

Tutorial Water nails 💅🌊 nailtutorial, #fyp diybeauty, nailart, nailinspo, #nailtips

♬ Confidence (sped up version) – Ocean Alley

Selena Gomez’s Go-To Summer Glow — Straight from Her MUA

Published on by Lee2 Comments

When it comes to nailing that effortlessly sun-kissed summer vibe, no one does it quite like Selena Gomez. Thanks to celebrity makeup artist Jenna Nicole — the talent behind the faces of Brenda Song, Ashley Park, and more — we’ve got the inside scoop on Selena’s natural makeup routine. Spoiler: it’s a Rare Beauty lovefest. Think radiant skin, softly defined eyes, and a pop of pink on the cheeks — the kind of glow that looks like you, only better. Lightweight, breathable, and beginner-friendly, this look is as easy to recreate as it is to fall in love with. Consider this your summer skin cheat sheet.

Base

Start by evening out the complexion with your choice of Rare Beauty’s Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer for sheer, dewy coverage or the Liquid Touch Foundation if you prefer a bit more polish. A dab of Liquid Touch Brightening Concealer helps spot-correct while keeping things light and breathable. To lock it all in (without losing the glow), Jenna sweeps on the True To Myself Finishing Powder, blurring everything to a soft-focus finish.

Next comes the warmth: a kiss of bronzer dusted over the temples and cheekbones — not for harsh contouring, but for that believable, back-from-the-beach kind of radiance. For the cheeks, Jenna custom-mixes Soft Pinch Liquid Blush in Worth and Virtue for a fresh, sunkissed flush. And the finishing touch? Faux freckles dotted across the nose and cheeks using a brown eyeliner — playful, effortless, and peak summer beauty.

Eyes & Lips

To softly sculpt the eyes while keeping things minimal, Jenna begins with Rare Beauty Stay Vulnerable Liquid Eyeshadow in Nearly Neutral, a warm neutral beige that creates a soft wash of color across the lids. For added depth, she layers on Armani Beauty Eye Tint in 22M Cashew, a warm, matte tan that blends seamlessly into the crease, subtly enhancing the eye’s natural shape. She tightlines the upper waterline with black eyeliner for quiet definition, then coats both top and bottom lashes in black mascara for a flirty, wide-eyed finish.

On the lips, Jenna maintains an effortless yet polished vibe. A deep pink lip pencil adds soft structure, then she finishes with one of two go-to summer staples. For a sheer flush of color with a hydrating feel, she reaches for the Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil in Serenity, a warm rose that delivers that fresh, just-bitten effect. For something a little more luminous, she swaps in the Positive Light Luminizing Lip Gloss in Glimmer — a rose gold gloss infused with champagne and rose gold pearls that catches the light just right. The overall look is easy, radiant, and summer-ready — the kind of makeup that works whether you’re on the beach or heading out for rooftop drinks.

Natural, radiant, and totally wearable — this is summer beauty, the Rare Beauty way.
Tried the look? We want to see it. Tag @BeautyLeeBar and show us your take on Selena’s summer glam — freckles, glow, and all. 💖 #BeautyLeeBar #BLBGlowUp