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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Face Of The Day (FOTD) Featuring Revlon BERRY HAUTE Lipstick

Blackberry Pic
FACE
Prime- Black Radiance Complexion Perfection Anti Shine
Foundation - Chanel Perfection Lumiere 13 AMBRE
Contour - e.l.f. Clarfying Pressed Powder SPICE
Transition - Milani Baked Bronzer GOLDEN*
Highlight - NARS Albatross


EYES
Primer - NARS Smudgeproof
Base - MAC Paint Pot SOFT OCHRE
Mobile Lid - Urban Decay YDK
Crease - MAC FOLIE
Deepen Outer V - NARS OUTREMER & CHINA BLUE
Transition - L'Oreal Matte SUEDE BROWN, MAC Saddle
Tightline - Wet N Wild H20 Liquid Liner BLACK
Waterline - Revlon Color Stay Pencil BLACK
Under Bottom Lashline - Rimmel Soft Kohl Pencil COOL BLUE, set with NARS OUTREMER
Mascara - Maybelline The COLOSSAL BLACK




CHEEKS - NARS LOVEJOY

LIPS
Line - NYX DEEP PURPLE
Fill - Revlon BERRY HAUTE (MAC UP THE AMP dupe)
Gloss - Mona Lisa LILAC

Do you own Revlon BERRY HAUTE or MAC UP THE AMP?
Do you prefer one over the other?

*received for Review

Friday, October 19, 2012

Three e.l.f. Studio Brushes You NEED Now! - REVIEW

More often than not when there are items out of stock on the e.l.f. website, it means they are really good products. Fortunately, elf will notify you when the products are back in stock via email if you request it.
Such was the case when my curiosity was piqued about three new Studio brushes.
They retail for $3 each. This is a very affordable price point.

The shining star of the group has to be the
Flawless Concealer Brush.

Photo Credit: eyelipsface.com








The website states, "Create an airbrush effect with the Flawless Concealer Brush using any liquid or powder concealer. The unique rounded shape allows you to contour and cover areas easily. Create buildable coverage from light to heavy for a customizable look that is smooth and flawless."

Prior to purchasing this item, I had been using my MAC 224 brush to apply my concealer. The problem was, that brush is made from natural bristles. This means that it is pourous and absorbs more product. It also sheds like CRAZY.
Such is NOT the case with the elf brush. The head is larger. It is synthetic. I have not experienced any shedding. I picked up two of these babies.


Next up is the Angled Blush Brush.


Photo Credit: eyeslipsface.com








The website says, "The slanted shape of the Angled Blush Brush offers precision application for a sculpted look. The soft dense bristles contours facial features easily. Use with cream, liquid or powder blush, bronzers or highlighters for a professional result."

Prior to purchasing this, I had been using the elf Blushing, Blending and Bronzing Brush from their $1 line. It got the job done, but I had to work harder because it's bristles are not densely packed. I used that brush because my MAC 168SE is made from natural bristles. The MAC brush tends to pick up too much product. It also stains easily. The elf Studio brush is DENSE.
This is a bonus for me, because I do not have to continue to go back into the product again and again. I pack the brush & easily blend my contour lines. I still use the $1 brush only to apply and blend Bronzer for a gradient effect. I would love to buy 2 more of the studio brush!

Finally, the Small Stipple Brush is a welcome addition to my tool arsenal.


Photo Credit: eyeslipsface.com








The website says
"Use the Small Stipple Brush to create soft layers by adding texture for a natural airbrushed result. The two layers of bristles create ultimate control from sheer to heavy coverage for small and hard to reach places. Ideal with liquid, cream or powder products, foundation, concealer, and cream blush."
I purchased this to apply my highlight. It is perfect for this task! It grabs a tiny bit of product and helps to blend it with an airbrushed finish

I would love a couple more of each of the brushes.


Do you own any of these brushes?
Do you think you need to buy them?

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Face Of The Day (FOTD) KissSeventySeven Inspired

I was inspired to do this look because of YouTuber/Blogger Traycee


I've been loving wearing darker lips.
Neutral eyeshadow with a pop of color is also an easy go to look for me.

FACE

Base - Black Radiance Complexion Perfection Shine Control
Foundation - MAC Matchmaster 7.5
Contour - e.l.f. Clarifying Pressed Powder SPICE
Highlight - NARS ALBATROSS
Setting Powder - MAC Transparent Powder
Setting Spray - Urban Decay the ALLNIGHTER








































EYES
Primer- NARS Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base
Secondary Base - Maybelline Color Tattoo Eyeshadow BOLD GOLD
Mobile Lid - Urban Decay HALF BAKED
Crease - Urban Decay HUSTLE
Transition - MAC SADDLE
Upper Lashline - Wet N Wild H20 Liquid Liner BLACK
Underlashes - Maybelline 24 Hour Color Tattoo Eyeshadow PAINTED PURPLE Set with Make Up For Ever #92
Mascara - Maybelline the COLOSSAL


CHEEKS
Base - L'Oreal HiP Blendable Blushing Cream ELATED
Set - NARS CRAZED

LIPS
Line - NK COFFEE, MAC Yung Rapunxel lipstick
Fill - Make Up For Ever #15
Gloss - NYX Mega Shine PURPLE RAIN


Are you ever inspired to do looks after having watched videos on YouTube?

Have you ever watched any of Traycee's videos?

Do you follow her blog?

Sunday, October 7, 2012

Very Vampy Recreate Inspired by Glam Morena

I was inspired to recreate this fall look created by fellow Beauty Blogger Rai .

Although I did not have all of the exact colors she used,
I was able to dupe them from my stash.

















FACE
Prime - Black Radiance Complexion Perfection Shine Control
Foundation - Estee Lauder Double Wear INTENSITY 5
Highlight - e.l.f. Healthy Glow Bronzing Powder, WARM TAN
Contour e.l.f. Clarifying Pressed Powder SPICE, Transitioned with L'Oreal HiP Bronzer GLOWING
Setting Powder - e.l.f. Clarifying Pressed Powder TOFFEE
Setting Spray - Urban Decay the ALLNIGHTER





















EYES
Prime - NARS Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base
Secondary Base - Maybelline Color Tattoo 24 Eyeshadow POMEGRANATE PUNK
Mobile Lid - NYX RUST and NK HD e/s 3005 (MAC Cranberry Dupes)
Outer V Wet N Wild LUST Palette Matte Purple (MAC Sketch Dupe)
Deepen Outer V Wet N Wild LUST Palette Sparkly Blackend Purple
Crease - Coastal Scents 88 Palette Orange Red E9 and MAC FOLIE
Transition - MAC Saddle
Top Lashline - Wet N Wild H20 Liquid Liner BLACK
Waterline - Revlon ColorStay Autoliner BLACK
Underlashes - Wet N Wild LUST Palette Matte Purple


CHEEKS
Starry Boutique 6 Professional Blusher & Bronzer #1 Palette,
C3(Darkest Bronzer) and NARS LOVEJOY

LIPS
Line - NYX CHESTNUT, NYX PURPLE RAIN
Fill - MAC YUNG RAPUNXEL
Gloss - Mona Lisa Super Shine #42 LILAC





Have you ever watched any of Rai's videos?
Do you follow her blog?

Feeling Copper - Face Of The Day (FOTD)

Blackberry Pic
Although I have really been enjoying wearing bold dark lips, I felt like playing around with my copper lippies! I went for a monochromatic look.
I'm making a more concious effort to not present the mean mug/blank stare. I'm not a model. Beauty bloggers know you have to take a bijillion pics to get the perfect one. Over time you get to know your best angles. Light is critical.

Off Topic
I will probably be upgrading to an android phone next year, albeit reluctantly. As soon as I get to know one phone, I upgrade when hubby does. One advantage of that would be the ability to do Instagram.







FACE
Prime - Black Radiance Complexion Perfection Shine Control
Foundation - NARS Sheer Glow MACAO
Contour - e.l.f. Clarifying Pressed Powder SPICE, Transitioned with L'Oreal HiP Bronzer in GLOWING
Highlight - NARS ALBATROSS
Setting Powder - MAC Transparent Powder
Setting Spray - Urban Decay the ALLNIGHTER


BROWS
Line/Fill - NYX Auto Liner DARK BROWN
Set - L'Oreal HiP Eyeshadow Duo ROARING Taupe side only


It can be so tricky to get the focus right on Blackberry











EYES
Prime - NARS Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base
Secondary Base - Maybelline Color Tattoo Eyeshadow 24 Hour FIERCE & TANGY
Mobile Lid - NARS CALIFORNIA
Crease - MAC FOLIE
Outer V - NARS GALAPAGOS
Highlight/Tearduct - L'Oreal HiP Loose Eyeshadow RESTLESS
Upper Lashline - Wet N Wild H20 Liquid Liner BLACK
Waterline - Revlon Color Stay BLACK
Mascara - Maybelline the COLOSSAL BLACKEST BLACK
Under Eye Concealer - LORAC Coverup C7 & MAC Select Moisture Concealer NC45 Set with MAC Powder WARM LIGHT

CHEEKS
Base - L'Oreal HiP Blendable Blushing Cream TICKLED
Set - NARS TAJ MAHAL

LIPS 
Line - NK BROWN
Fill - NK Crayon COPPER, Milani BONFIRE, NK VIBRANT ORANGE
Gloss - Tropez COPPER


Fake Smile &
Distorted Fisheye Lens Effect
via Blackberry
 Are you a Beauty Blogger?

Do you take a million pictures to capture the right one?

Do you have anyone helping you to take the pictures for your blog?

Saturday, October 6, 2012

Face Of The Day (FOTD) featuring MAC Love Goddess

Blackberry Pic

Warm morning sunlight enhances this look. I snapped this pic during my morning commute. I had to open at work, following a night of closing.
I feel like a gerbil on an exercize wheel.
My eyes just don't want to open in the mornings.
Please excuse the exclusive use of Blackberry Pics. I'm working harder to document my face of the day for more frequent posts.
The photo quality is not the same as my point & shoot cameras.












FACE
Primer - Black Radiance Complexion Perfection Shine Control
Foundation - Estee Lauder Double Wear INTENSITY 5
Contour - e.l.f. Clarifying Pressed Powder SPICE, Transitioned with Miliani Baked Bronzer GOLDEN*
Highlight - NARS ALBATROSS
Set - MAC Transparent Powder
Setting Spray - Urban Decay the ALLNIGHTER

BROWS
Line - NYX Auto Liner
Fill/Set - L'Oreal HiP Eyeshadow Duo ROARING Taupe Only
Highlight - MAC Studio Finish Concealer NC45
Top Of Brows - MAC Studio Finish Concealer NC50


EYES
Primer - NARS Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base
Secondary Base - MAC Paint Pot SOFT OCHRE
Mobile Lid - Wet N Wild VANITY Palette** - SOFT BROWN (MAC Texture dupe)
Crease - L'Oreal Matte SUEDE BROWN
Deepen Outer V - Wet N Wild VANITY** Palette DARKEST BROWN
Highlight - L'Oreal HiP Loose Eyeshadow RESTLESS & Coastal Scents 88 Palette H1
Tearduct - L'Oreal HiP Loose Eyeshadow RESTLESS
Upper Lashline - Wet N Wild H20 Liner BLACK
Lower Lashline - REVLON ColorStay Liner BLACK
Mascara - Maybelline the COLOSSAL BLACKEST BLACK
Under Eye Concealer - LORAC CoverUp C7, MAC Select Moisture Concealer NC45, Set with MAC WARM LIGHT Powder

CHEEKS
Base - L'Oreal HiP Blendable Blushing Cream COQUETTE
Set - NARS CRAZED

LIPS
Line - NK BROWN, NYX CABARET
Fill - MAC LOVE GODDESS (Satin)
Gloss - MAC LOVE ALERT Dazzleglass

*sent to me for review
** gift

Blackberry Pic
I was inspired to because of a post from the lovely Erica
of www.theglamorousgleam.com . It truly is a work safe color.
As if I needed ANOTHER pink in my collection. I just had to have it!


Have you purchased this lipstick?
What are some of your favorite pink lipsticks?

Friday, October 5, 2012

Lips Of The Day (LOTD) - Featuring MAC Deeply Adored Lipstick

I was pleasantly surprised by my husband yesterday. He lovingly went to Macy's to stand get my Marylin Monroe Deeply Adored lipstick.
It was sold out when released online 10/2/12. He was the first person in line.

Line - NK BROWN, NYX CURRENT
Fill - NYX CABARET
Gloss - MAC CULT OF CHERRY in center with MAC AMOROUS Dazzleglass

I was inspired by fellow beauty blogger Ummilkhair of Divalicious Designs House of DivaD as well as Tymetheinfamous of YouTube.













Apologies for the meanmug on this photo. I was starving and on my way to work. The lips were perfectly captured by the blackberry though.

Have you purchased this color?
Are you familiar with the above mentioned blog and YouTuber?

Scarf Of The Day

Blackberry Pic

I was looking at this lovely Amaryllis Red scarf on the OldNavy website for about two months. It went on sale for $12.00.
I finally gave myself permission to purchase it along with some tanks.
I love it because it is so vibrant! NYX EROS lipstick is a perfect compliment to it.
















Photo Credit: Old Navy
What do you think?
Do you wear scarves?

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To date, I am NOT compensated for my use/review of products. I buy 99% of the products that I use. If I ever receive anything as a gift, I will state it in that specific post. I am NOT affilated with any fashion, cosmetics or hair company. I offer my sincere, unbiased opinion on how the products work for me. No warranties, expressed or implied are intended. Please use discretion in selecting products and suggestions at your own risk. I am not a professional. Unfavorable reviews are not malcious, nor are they intended to harm any company. Reviews are my own opinon. Information posted on this blog is for educational purposes.