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I am so happy to share with you the products I used, to create my date night makeup using Maybelline. If you are familiar with my blog you know I love drama when it comes to my eye makeup. I am known for wearing my false lashes, just because. After finding the The Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara(waterproof) I can get the same look, without taking time out to apply and try and perfect my false lashes.
I went to my local Wal-Mart, and went down the Cosmetics aisle and found the new Maybelline Falsies push up drama mascara on the top row of products. I was excited to try this out because it is the worlds first ever push up brush with cup-shaped bristles that scoop,coat and lift your lashes. I was also interested in trying it because it is the first mascara to deliver volume of a 45 degree lift. I am a sucker for new products, and anything that will help me get Va Va Voom lashes quickly gets me excited.
As you can see, my lashes are no joke. I am so impressed by how much volume they have with just 2 coats. I am guilty of adding another coat after this photo, and I am happy to say that it doesn't clump. I also love this wand, it made adding mascara to my lower lash so simple without transferring onto my skin.
I used all of these products to create the look you see above. I was excited to try out this new brow product, and 255 soft brown is my perfect shade. I used the color tattoo in Chocolate Suede on my lid first, before applying the nudes palette.
On my lips is Msybelline lipstick in Blushing Nudes with the Baby Lips lip gloss in Tickled Pink.I cleaned up around the brows, and under my eyes with the concealer your skin but better in the lightest shade.
I even had to include my favorite fall polish in Taupe on Trend. It is the perfect taupe/grey shade that goes with everything!
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Icy Revitalizing Mask
Essence Toner
Iso-Cell Recovery Solution
O2 Calming Gel
Iso-Cell Recovery Solution-contains 8 beneficial minerals & amino acids. Soothes stressed skin, keeping it hydrated and energized throughout the day.O2 Calming Gel-contains 18 botanical extracts,to relieve skin irritation,burning stinging and redness.Great for post extraction treatment for soothing skin irritation.
Essence Toner-age defying complex infused with bio-active peptides,natural enzymes and sea algae harvest from the Brittany Coast of France. Is an anti-aging tonic that enhances your daily facial regimen, leaving skin soft,refreshed and energized.
Icy Revitalizing Mask-specially formulated treatment that purifies and re energizes tired, congested skin. Clears and tones the skin to help reduce the appearance of blemishes and imperfections.
I love everything about this brand, and the products I reviewed. They are cruelty free,gentle on my sensitive skin and have helped with any redness I have. I have acne prone skin, that is sensitive so finding stuff that helps with both is always awesome.
The toner is refreshing, and I love that you can just mist it all over your face and it's not drying or irritating. It is a toner that leaves your skin feeling better, and not like you have just put product on your skin.
The O2 Calming Gel will be everyone's favorite product if you have sensitive skin, or redness to the skin. I have used this even before putting on my makeup, after getting out of the shower when my face is red from cleansing.
My favorite product has to be the Icy Revitalizing Mask. I can put it on my breakouts, or all over for a good pore cleansing. It is not drying to my already dry patches, but it does help get rid of all the "junk" on my face. I love how it feels when it's on but also once you rinse it off and spray with the Iso-Cell Recovery Solution your skin feels so amazing.
*These products were reviewed during the Summer,after losing my computer hard drive I also lost all my photos. The products were not used during the same time as any other skincare products. I had to take new photos, and now I am sharing the review from this summer when I used the products.
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October Beauty Box Five Need a little Pink-Me-Up?
In this month's box I received
Happy Hands Makeup Cleansing Cloth-$3.99 (full size)
Ferro Cosmetics Pink Rhinestone Kabuki Brush $25 (full size)
Styli Style Perfect Pout Long Lasting Balm Stick $4.99(full size)
Knotty Hair Ties $4 (full size)
NUBAR Nail Polish Mini $4.99(not full size)
So you can see that this months box contained 4 full sized products, with a total of $38.
Now we know that I am obsessed with pink all year round, so this box was already a good one to me. I can't wait to try this makeup removing cloth because I have used pretty much every other brand.
I am already a huge fan of Nubar so I am happy to have this Pinktober shade. The kabuki brush is shedding a little, but I plan on washing it before using it anyways that should take care of that problem. If not it will probably be in a Favorites and Fails video or post.
Have you tried out Beauty Box Five yet?
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Camera Ready BB Water $42 at Sephora.com
24hour CC Spot Concealer $25 at Sephora.com
The first few times I tried this BB Water foundation I was just trying to figure out the best way to apply it. The beauty blender does not work all it does was absorb the product. I actually found that putting a drop on the back of my hand and applying to the skin with my fingers worked the best. Once I added a second layer, I could use a flat top to buff it into areas that needed more coverage.
This is going to be more of a tinted moisturizer, or beauty balm coverage. I was able to build it up for a little more coverage but it was still a light/medium coverage. However, it made my skin feel and look so healthy and glowing. I have dry patches, and an oily t-zone and it still looked good. It felt like you were putting a moisturizer on your face, once the product was on. If you prefer a lighter coverage,and a product that is like a second skin you will fall in love with Smashbox BB Water.
I can't give this concealer enough praise, it works so great. I have been using it for my under eyes, and inner tear duct. I have darkness under my eyes,and inner tear duct area. So adding this concealer and having immediate results has been wonderful. It doesn't settle into my wrinkles,nor does it crease. I have also been putting this on the back of my hand and using a small concealer brush and tapping it onto breakouts. I then use my ring finger and patting the concealer over any blemishes. This concealer makes the BB Water Foundation work better for me because it helps hide things so I am able to wear a light weight foundation.
It is also waterproof,smudge proof, so I have used it on my lid as a primer to even out any discoloration. I am almost ready to buy another one because it has been a go to for me!
Have you tried any of these products from Smashbox?
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'Météorites Perle des Neiges' Pearls $80 at Nordstrom.com & Sephora.com
If you are familiar with Guerlain Meteorites these have the same amazing scent.
The pearls are made of light-reflecting, iridescent pearly particles that leave skin looking radiant with an illuminating glow.
'Ors et Merveilles' Eye & Blush Palette $90 at Nordstrom.com & Sephora.com
It's everything you need to create a natural-to-smoky eye while highlighting cheeks and giving your complexion a radiant glow.
Terracotta Collector Bronzing Powder-$55 at Nordstrom.com
'Nuit Merveilleuse' Nail Lacquer Electric Purple-$26 at Nordstrom.com
I just wanted to share with you the goodies I am reviewing for Guerlain Holiday 2015. I will be doing more in depth reviews, but I can tell you that if you are debating on buying any of it JUST DO IT!
I am loving it all, and have already used it all even the nail polish. I just wanted to get some pictures up to share with you what they have available.
What will you be picking up from Guerlain Holiday 2015?
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Becca joined with Jaclyn Hill once again to create this LE palette including her LE shade in Champagne Pop!
This palette will be available online and in select stores starting October 27th!
Each shade is Size 0.084 oz and a regular Becca Highlight is 0.28 oz for $38
This is the palette next to the BECCA Holiday Palette in Afterglow for size comparison and to show the colors are not the same!Each shade is Size 0.084 oz and a regular Becca Highlight is 0.28 oz for $38
I had this grand idea to swatch these highlighters next to others and compare and contrast. After about 30 minutes I realized none of them were close and wouldn't make for a great blog post. So these are the 3 highlights you get in the Jaclyn Hill Champagne Glow palette. Pearl is brand new, and the other 2 shades are LE so be sure to get our hands on this one!
I will say that I compared the new Anastasia Beverly Hill Illuminators,every BECCA highlighter,IT Cosmetics and a few MAC highlighters to these. If you have a highlighter that you own and think it looks similar let me know! I will see if I own it and do that swatch for you on FB!
Are you excited? Will you be picking this up?
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Something about the Fall that makes you just want to be comfy and cozy. The summer it's too hot I just want to be left alone hehe. I have already bought new throw blankets for the couches. I have purchased new dog bedding and dog sweaters. Fuzzy socks and over sized scarves, I just love being comfortable.
Thanks to these U by Kotex Lightdays liners you can be comfy, during that uncomfy time of the month. They are so thin, you can fit them even in your wristlet for a night out. So now, you can be comfy all month long and that is all I care about especially when it's beautiful and I want to be outside! We hike in the Fall, so I know I don't have any time to waste on being worried about my liners.
This is a family of uncomfy faces ;) They must of heard someone open treats within 100ft.
To enter the #BringComfyBack Contest, visit bringcomfyback.com and upload your creative pic or gif showcasing your best uncomfy face.
Each month, one lucky winner will receive a $200 Urban Outfitters gift card, a Go Pro Hero 3 white camera, a $100 Sephora gift card and U by Kotex products.
At the end of the contest, the most creative selfie will be chosen and the winner will receive a trip to L.A. with a girlfriend, an exclusive U by Kotex photo shoot to be their new social star and $2,000 spending cash!
Each month, one lucky winner will receive a $200 Urban Outfitters gift card, a Go Pro Hero 3 white camera, a $100 Sephora gift card and U by Kotex products.
At the end of the contest, the most creative selfie will be chosen and the winner will receive a trip to L.A. with a girlfriend, an exclusive U by Kotex photo shoot to be their new social star and $2,000 spending cash!
If you are new to my blog then you might not know that I have recently been on a hair journey. I am a bit of a hair dye addict, with 20 shades in the past year and a half. That doesn't include all the bleaching in between shades, or root touch ups. Two months ago I dyed my hair a golden brown and haven't touched it since. So now I am always looking for new products to help with my hair regrowth. My hair that once was thick, and full is now brittle and thinner.
When these products became available in my Ifabbo shop, I jumped at the chance to try them out.The Scalp Stimulating Shampoo has a nice minty(tea tea oil) scent to it. This shampoo leaves my hair feeling clean, and without build up. I also love that it leaves my hair manageable even before I use the conditioner.
The conditioner is always my favorite because if you have a good conditioner it can really change your hair. This conditioner is one of those that you will reach for every single time. It made my hair very easy to work with, no tangles. My thin hair felt full, and had a beautiful shine to it. Even before flipping my hair to blow dry, to add more body my hair will dry a lot fuller. I was so impressed with how great my hair looks and feels.
You can purchase this set out for $60 or $30 each. I do love it, but I am currently testing out a drugstore hair system for thin hair that I will do a full review on as well. If you have thinning hair or thin hair I can't suggest Keranique enough!
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When these products became available in my Ifabbo shop, I jumped at the chance to try them out.The Scalp Stimulating Shampoo has a nice minty(tea tea oil) scent to it. This shampoo leaves my hair feeling clean, and without build up. I also love that it leaves my hair manageable even before I use the conditioner.
The conditioner is always my favorite because if you have a good conditioner it can really change your hair. This conditioner is one of those that you will reach for every single time. It made my hair very easy to work with, no tangles. My thin hair felt full, and had a beautiful shine to it. Even before flipping my hair to blow dry, to add more body my hair will dry a lot fuller. I was so impressed with how great my hair looks and feels.
You can purchase this set out for $60 or $30 each. I do love it, but I am currently testing out a drugstore hair system for thin hair that I will do a full review on as well. If you have thinning hair or thin hair I can't suggest Keranique enough!
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Makeup Revolution Redemption Palette Essential Day to Night $7 at Ulta.com
Makeup Revolution Blush Palette $10 at Ulta.com
Makeup Revolution Cover & Conceal $10 at Ulta.com
Makeup Revolution Blush Palette $10 at Ulta.com
Makeup Revolution Cover & Conceal $10 at Ulta.com
You will see in my photos below the shadows I am wearing.
1.Is on my brow bone and blended out
2.All over the lid, into the crease just blending out with fluffy brush
3.Used on the brush provided applied to inner corner of the eye and blended into lid.
1.Is on my brow bone and blended out
2.All over the lid, into the crease just blending out with fluffy brush
3.Used on the brush provided applied to inner corner of the eye and blended into lid.
I also used the Conceal and Correct palette, using the lightest shade where you would highlight. I then used the next darker shade (second lightest) for correcting. I will admit that I didn't set these, and I know better because they are so creamy. They did crease, and set into my fine lines what a rookie mistake.
Today when I wore them, I set with a translucent powder, and I found the best application was applying with a small flat brush. Then taking a flat top kabuki and buffing in the concealer where you need it. For highlighting I used my beauty blender and then went back in with the powder and set that area.
sorry for the closeup wanted to show the pretty shadows!
These products, work so nice and are very affordable. The conceal and correct palette is not like those you can buy from other brands. They are not greasy, they don't have that odd scent to them. They actually work, and blend into the skin without breaking me out. I want to try every palette that they make, those shadows are so pigmented and I didn't have to work with them. They go on the color you see, and were long lasting.
This brand was new to me, and I am so happy to be able to share this review with you. Please go to Ulta or Ulta.com and pick up a few things. I have already bought a new highlighter and lip gloss. I will be buying more, and can't wait to share my reviews!
What have you tried from Makeup Revolution? What do I need next?
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touch in SOL TechniColor lip and cheek tint $22 at Sephora.com
touch in SOL Style Neon Gel Liner $16 at Sephora.com
touch in SOL Vivid Lip Crayon $16 at Sephora.com
touch in SOL is flawless & fearless color-direct from Korea
This liner does come in black also, which will be the next one I get!
touch in SOL Style Neon Gel Liner $16 at Sephora.com
touch in SOL Vivid Lip Crayon $16 at Sephora.com
touch in SOL is flawless & fearless color-direct from Korea
touch in SOL is vegan & cruelty free
1 sec Vivid Lip color comes with a sponge applicator for easy blending and making you able to blend and get the perfect shade. I love how smooth this goes on, and using the sponge tip to blend in the first layer made it last a lot longer. Hot Chili is a perfect red orange, and I know I need to try out the other 3 colors.
Technicolor lip & cheek tint with powder finish are so amazing. I usually don't like something that has multiple uses. If I put it on my lips I just assume it won't be the right formula for my face. This blends out into a nice powdery finish, but without being dry. These colors are so long lasting, I used neon hot pink for both my blush and my lips. This is perfect for anyone wanting to find a multi purpose product, but with amazing quality!
Eclectic Eletric,Cosmic Carrot,Astral Ice,Galactic Girl
These are my absolute favorite products that I have tried from this brand. I love bright colors, and that extends to my eyeliners. They are so pigmented, go on so easily without tugging. I did a little demonstration below to show you how long lasting they really are!
You can see from the pictures that I took a cotton pad with waterproof eye makeup remover on it. I swiped it 55 times before you see any sign of budging. I like to use my oil makeup remover from L'Occitane to get these liners off. I have sensitive eyes,and allergy eyes so having a liner withstand watering is amazing!This liner does come in black also, which will be the next one I get!
I am so impressed by this brand, and the quality it offers. I am also loving that they aren't afraid of color, which is what makes makeup fun!
Have you ever tried touch in SOL?
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Guerlain Micellar Solution is 6.7oz for $59 at Nordstrom.com
Guerlain Satin Milk Pure Radiance Cleanser is 6.7oz for $59 at Nordstrom.com
Guerlain Satin Milk Pure Radiance Cleanser is 6.7oz for $59 at Nordstrom.com
This refreshing Micellar Solution is amazing, from how it works to its scent. It takes away all of my makeup, without leaving any residue. My sensitive eyes are not bothered by the fragrance. There is no fuss with this product, you simply apply it to a cotton pad and swipe across the face. It takes off my eye makeup and face makeup without drying out my skin. I love this, and understand why it is a luxury product it works like a dream.
I will be honest when I first started using this satin milk cleanser I assumed it wasn't going to do anything. I am use to the harsh cleanser, that have exfoliating beads,acne fighting properties, or anything to stop the hands of time. So sometimes cleansers leave my skin red, and dry because they are fighting multiple issues and they are too aggressive for my skin. The first few times I used this I told myself, it wasn't working because my skin didn't look any different.
In my head working meant, my skin would be red and irritated which to me meant the products were getting in there. After just one week after using this, my husband made a passing comment about how beautiful I looked. It was 8am, and I had been awake for 10minutes. Me being the person that I am I quizzed him, because he has to explain himself. I let him stop after his first comment which was "I don't know, your skin is glowing". We have been together 13 years and he has loved me through terrible skin and pretty good skin. So when you suffer from acne scars, and dark spots it is nice to hear that your skin is glowing.
I applied one pump onto the makeup eraser and cleansed my entire face with it. My face isn't red or irritated, it wasn't dry and didn't feel like there was product on my skin. I love this duo, and am so pleased how great my skin looks and feels after only a month (5weeks) of using. If you are looking for a new skincare routine, and want something gentle try this system out. Even with the fragrance my sensitive skin had no breakouts, or other issues.
What is your favorite skincare system? Have you tried Guerlain?
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In my head working meant, my skin would be red and irritated which to me meant the products were getting in there. After just one week after using this, my husband made a passing comment about how beautiful I looked. It was 8am, and I had been awake for 10minutes. Me being the person that I am I quizzed him, because he has to explain himself. I let him stop after his first comment which was "I don't know, your skin is glowing". We have been together 13 years and he has loved me through terrible skin and pretty good skin. So when you suffer from acne scars, and dark spots it is nice to hear that your skin is glowing.
I applied one pump onto the makeup eraser and cleansed my entire face with it. My face isn't red or irritated, it wasn't dry and didn't feel like there was product on my skin. I love this duo, and am so pleased how great my skin looks and feels after only a month (5weeks) of using. If you are looking for a new skincare routine, and want something gentle try this system out. Even with the fragrance my sensitive skin had no breakouts, or other issues.
What is your favorite skincare system? Have you tried Guerlain?
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My client doesn't wear makeup, and wanted something natural but a little fun (hence the false lashes). She was having a date night with her boyfriend so I tried to keep it glowing and youthful. The eye look is also a bridal eye that I do for clients who don't like makeup or don't wear a lot of makeup.
The before photo was taken indoors when I started the makeup, and the
after were taken in natural sun(a little too bright) but I wanted to
still share her look.
The Eyes:The Balm Nude Tude Palette
1.Sultry all in the crease blended out
2.Sexy in the crease and on a pencil brush under the lower lash
3.Stand-offish on a wet brush all over the lid
Cheeks:Gorgeous Cosmetics Everyday Blush Palette
1. Nars Laguna Bronzer lightly bronzing her cheeks,forehead,chin
2.Mixed 2 soft matte pink and peach shades to get the perfect flush of color
Eyebrows Guerlain Brow Kit
1.Using the brush provided taking the darkest shade and filling in her brows after combing through them with the spooley brush.(LOVE this powder)
Lips
1.Lined with Ofra Lip Liner in Nude
2.Took the Lorac Pro Matte Lip also in Nude all over the lips
3.Tarte Matte Lip Surgence in Bare again all over the lips
(all of these items are matte, but still gave a glow and with the lighting looks more like a gloss)
Face:
1.Laura Mercier Radiant Bronze Primer used on the areas where I will contour/bronze the skin.
2.Becca Backlight Primer everywhere else (just not where I put the Laura Mercier). I will have a full review on this next week, but if you are considering it BUY IT!
3.Guerlain Precious Light Illuminator was used under the eyes, and on all high points of the face to highlight(also another winner, full review coming soon).
4.On the nose,forehead,cupids bow and cheeks I followed up with Becca Powdered Opal
5.Set everything with Skindinavia Setting SpraY (old bottle with the new formula )
Notes:
1.I used all It Cosmetics brushes & Beauty Blender to apply products
2.I used Eylure Naturalites Super Full false lashes, I wasn't a fan of them and neither was she, even after trimming them. They felt really cheap, unlike all other Eylure lashes I have used.
3.Her foundation was a mix of 3 kinds to get the shade right so they were not included.
4.She has smaller eye lid space, so I had her open her eye so I could raise her crease a little.A little drama but nothing over the top!
4.She has smaller eye lid space, so I had her open her eye so I could raise her crease a little.A little drama but nothing over the top!
PUR Minerals Lip Lure $22 at Ulta.com
I can't say enough about how beautiful these lipsticks are. I thought they were going to be more of a gloss, with a subtle color. Wow, the colors are so opaque and are not sticky at all.
I also love every shade that I got, they are just screaming Fall to me. Belle is oddly enough the one I have been wearing non stop. I am usually more of a Mystic shade something more dramatic. Belle is stunning, and I am going to purchase all of these shades for my bridal kit. I have been using these for me, myself and I. After putting them on the first time I knew, they weren't going to make it in my kit nor was I sharing with a friend.
I also love this applicator, it makes it so easy to apply all over the lips and not miss a spot.
Have you tried any of these Lip Lures from PUR Minerals?
I am loving this brand, they have really impressed me!
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I am loving this brand, they have really impressed me!
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