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Showing posts with label Makeup. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Makeup. Show all posts
Nude Makeup Tutorial
Hello Ladies!
Even though it's not summer any more, I really wanted to do a nude makeup tutorial ( yeah, that's really awkward to type ). I've been seeing a lot of tutorials on Pinterest and since nude lips are in for the fall, I think I can pull off a nude face.
Contouring 101: Soft Contouring
Hello Ladies!
How is everyone?
Recently my Pinterest page has exploded with tutorials on how to contour. I never realized there were so many different way you can configure your face. I read a few of the tutorials and decided to try some contouring of my own.
So here goes!
Beauty Review Post #13 - Almay Smart Shade Concealer
Hello Ladies! Sorry about not posting in a while. I've been trying different makeups, and some of them were just terrible. So much so, they will not even get the chance to be on the blog.
The product I'm reviewing today is one such item ( though it did make it to the blog ). Almay Smart Shade Concealer is probably the worst concealer I've ever tried and I've tried quite a few out there. I wish I had taken a picture of the concealer itself. It came out of the tube separated; what I mean by that is, their was concealer and then there was this brown oil with it to help the concealer to match your face shade. The only problem, it didn't mix together when I put it on my face. So I ended up with brown die on my face along with really gross looking concealer. And it not only didn't cover up my breakouts, it made them more visible.
Cons:
1. Greasy formula
2. Weirdly made
3. Very expensive for a drugstore brand
4. Didn't cover anything
5. Dried my skin out
Well, I'm sure you already guessed, I'm not going to buying this again. I was really hoping for it to work. I love Almay products because they're formulated for sensitive skin. I am the queen of sensitivity when it comes to skin, so I was hoping this work out. Oh well.
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| Before concealer |
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| After concealer ( the brown die made the breakout much more visible ) |
Makeup Wish List + Surprise
1. Maybelline Fit Me Pressed Powder Face Makeup // 2. Nars Lip Liner Pencil // 3. Milani Brow Fix Brow Kit // 4. Cor Balmy Lip Balm // 5. Mally Evercolor Waterproof Cream Shadow
Hello Ladies!
How has everyone been? I've been wanting to write a blogpost wish list for sometime now, but I didn't know how to put together product collages. Well, I finally figured it out and could not be more excited. You may be seeing a lot of these in the future. Just sayin.
Now on to the list.
1. Finishing Powder
Finishing powder is a must for me in the summer. My makeup just melts off if I don't set it. I'm thinking of trying Revlon's PhotoReady Translucent Finisher.
2. Red Lip Liner
I've been needing to buy one of these for a really long time now. Lipstick just won't stay without without something to corral it in. It also helps with making the lips looked defined.
3. Brow Styling Kit
I actually just bought a kit by Salon Perfect. I'm not sure how it will turn out, but I'm going to post a review and brow tutorial on the blog in a few weeks.
4. Tinted Lip Balm
I'm a huge fan of not wearing a lot of makeup in the summer. If I'm not doing a photo shoot, I generally wear very neutral colors on my face. Tinted lip balm is so practical, for it gives you some color and moistures your lips at the same time.
5. Cream Eye Shadow
In the summer, wearing eyeshadow can be a big pain. I mean, as some as you walk outside, the humidity creates the shadow on your lid and all your work on that smoky eye is down the drain. Cream shadows really work mush better in the summer, staying put much longer than power ones.
What are you wishing for to expand your makeup line?
Now for the surprise!
Because all of you are such wonderful readers, I have decided to host a giveaway very soon to thank you for all the support and encouragement you have given me. Be looking out for one coming very soon! Not to give away any details, but included in the prizes will be a way to buy some of your favorite products from one place. Keep checking back!
Linking up with Friday's Fab Favorites here.
Beauty Review Post #11 - Garnier Skin Renew Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream
Hello Ladies! How is everyone?
Summer is flying by. I just finished my last week of day camp. Even though I'm always tired at the end, I will really miss it. It's such a great place to work.
Recently, I decided that I wanted to try a lighter make up than the one I have. Now don't get me wrong. I love Bobbi Brown. But, for the summer months I wanted something that isn't quite as covering. Something that, even if I get a tan, my face won't look lighter than my body.
And thats when I found it.
Sitting on the face cream aisle, tucked away by itself, the miracle drugstore product.
Garnier Skin Renew Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream in their combination to oily skin formula. The best drugstore make up product I've ever used.
1. It's oil free
2. It stays all day
3. It color corrects
4. It's light, not thick
5. It comes in three very versatile shades
6. It has yellow undertones, not orange ( some cheaper foundations come out orange )
7. It has sunscreen in it and is perfect for wearing to the beach
8. It's very affordable
I couldn't believe how great it looked when I put it on for the first time. I was expecting my face to have a slightly orange tint to it, but there was nothing like that. It comes in a shade that fits my skin and it's a great oil-free sunscreen. If you have been looking for a good BB cream, look no further. This is the best one out there. It also comes in a regular formula and an anti-again formula. Go check it out if you haven't already!
So, what is the best BB cream you've ever used? Tell me about it in the comments.
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| With no make up on ( this picture is slightly terrifying! ) |
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| With just the BB cream on |
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| BB cream ( in Light/Medium ) and Maybelline Super Stay 24HR Concealer ( in Ivory ) |
Beauty Review Post #10 - NYC Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder
Hello Ladies! Another week has come and gone.
I just want to start by saying thank you so much to all my followers and everyone who has sent me encouragement. You have made this new blog such a joy to write. I get so excited when I think of doing another post. It makes me want to go out and try every type of make up out there. So thank you, thank you!
Now on to the review.
Today I am reviewing a product that I was so excited to find. I was reading another blog and the writer was talking about a bronzer that she really liked and bought for only $2.50. Well, I was slightly skeptical at first, but it was only $2.50, so what did I have to lose? I bought it and opened it up. You know that smell that brand new cosmetics have when you open them? Yeah, this had it. And it brought back so many memories. I instantly loved it and hadn't even used it yet. I brushed a little on and knew that this was the bronzer I'd be using from now on. Here's the link to it: NYC Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder
Pros:
1. It's not orange or pink
2. It smells amazing!
3. It goes on very softly
4. Isn't caky at all
5. Stays all day
6. Is very affordable
Cons:
There aren't any!
I get so excited now when putting on makeup. I finally have products that work and that I really like and they're not super expensive. So the money I save, I can spend on something else. Like clothes. :D Speaking of clothes, go check out my other blog The Preppy Polka Dot. It's about fashion and has some up-cycling as well.
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| You can't really see the bronzer very well. I don't usually put on very much, so camera couldn't really pick it up. |
Beauty Review Post #9 - L'Oreal Double Extend Beauty Tubes Lengthening Mascara
Hello Ladies! How is everyone?
Well, it finally happened. I found a product I didn't like. Yes, there is no salvation for this one. It's just plain awful. Now, before I start talking about the product, I just want to say that I'm not bashing L'Oreal in any way. I've tried loads of their products and this is the first one I didn't like. So, don't write L'Oreal off your list of good make up products. They have lots of others that work really well.
The product today is L'Oreal Double Extend Beauty Tubes Lengthening Mascara. I was really excited about this product when I saw, thinking that it would be amazing. I was very disappointed. First, the base coat is very thick and sticky and I don't think it fully dried even after wearing it all day. Then, the top coat is very thin, so it doesn't cover the base coat very well, leaving white showing through the black. Lastly, it doesn't hold curl at all.
Pros:
1. Doesn't crumble: just stays soft
Cons:
1. Base coat is too thick and sticky
2. Top coat is thin and doesn't last
3. Lashes won't curl
4. Some of my lashes fell out
5. Was hard to remove without scrubbing my eyes
6. Didn't really define my lashes like I wanted
All in all, I did not like this product and will not be trying it again. I'm not really sure what to do with it. I guess I could try to take it back. Oh well. How about you? Have you ever tried a product you did not like?
Linking up with Fab Favorites Link Up here!
Beauty Review Post #8 - BareMinerals 5 In 1 BB Cream Eyeshadow
Hello Ladies! How was everyone's week?
I belong to the BareMinerals rewards program and recently they were giving out samples of their new bb cream eye shadow. BareMineral's 5 In 1 BB Cream Eyeshadow is probably one of the best cream shadows I've ever used.
Pros:
1. It goes on smoothly
2. Doesn't dry out skin
3. Can be used as a base
4. Lasts all day
5. Comes in several pretty shades
6. Is very affordable
Cons:
1. Has to be smoothed in
The pros outweigh the cons for this shadow and I will be buying it in a larger size when my sample runs out.
Have you tried any new shadows lately? Tell me in the comments about them.
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| BB Cream Shadow in Candlelit Peach |
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| By itself |
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| With powder eye shadow over it |
Beauty Review Post #6 - Rimmel London Scandaleyes Thick & Thin Eyeliner
Hello Ladies!
Sorry about not posting for a week. Summer is such a busy time for me.
Today, I'm reviewing Rimmel London's Scandaleyes Thick & Thin Eyeliner. I tried their pot of waterproof eyeliner gel, but it wasn't waterproof. This, my friends, is the best waterproof formula I've found in drugstore eyeliner.
Pros:
1. It lasts all day.
2. It lasts through swimming or showering.
3. It doesn't crease onto your lid.
4. It comes off very easily.
5. It's nice and black, not gray.
6. You can make you line thick or thin, depending on the angle of the pen.
7. It's only $5!
Cons:
There aren't any!
I found the substitute for Stila's waterproof eyeliner, which is $20. It does last for about six months, but $20 is really steep for me. This one works just as well. You can find it at just about any store that sells drugstore makeup.
Linking up with Friday's Fab Favorites here!
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| I tried taking the pictures at different angles so you could see the liner all the way across. |
Beauty Review Post #5 - Maybelline SuperStay 24HR Concealer
Hello Ladies! This past week just flew by. Summer has finally kicked in for me, and I am super busy. The weather here is also super hot. Which is why I'm doing this beauty post!
The product I'm reviewing today is Maybelline's SuperStay 24HR Concealer. This is literally the best concealer I've ever used. No joke. I've tried the really expensive ones and none of them have the staying power that this one does. I live in a very humid area, so any make up on my face has to practically be glued down. I use primer and finishing powders like no one else. I don't like to try drugstore products, because they usually don't work very well. So, when I found this product, I was a little bit skeptical at first. But after trying it, it not only stayed, but was the right color and didn't settle into the creases around my eyes.
Pros:
1. Stays all day
2. Isn't cakey or heavy
3. It comes in five colors, so you can find the right shade for you
4. Doesn't settle
5. Doesn't dry out the eye skin
6. Won't irritate the eyes
7. At $7, it's super affordable
Cons:
There aren't any!
I have finally found my concealer! Thank you Maybelline! Check out the product at the link above. I guarantee that you will love it!
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| Before |
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| After |
Beauty Review Post #4 - L'Oreal's Voluminous Power Volume 24H Mascara
Hello Ladies! How is everyone's week so far?
Today, I'm doing a review on L'Oreal's Voluminous Power Volume 24H Mascara in their waterproof formula.
To start with, this is probably the best drugstore waterproof mascara I've ever used. Mascara is one of the hardest things for me to buy. None of the water-soluble ones will stay on my eyes and most of the waterproof ones have horrible textures or the color is off. Here are the pros and cons of this one.
Pros:
1. It goes on very smoothly.
2. It doesn't crumble of flake.
3. It has a very nice black color.
4. It really does stay on your lashes for 24 hours.
5. It's completely waterproof, sweat proof, smudge proof, and crumble proof.
6. It separates the lashes nicely.
7. It adds volume.
Cons:
1. It takes a while to come off with eye makeup remover.
2. It doesn't really curl the lashes, just separates and lengthens.
The pros for me outweigh the cons, so this mascara will stay in my bag for days when I need something that lasts. I didn't try this with a lash curler, so I'm not sure if it would hold curl.
Beauty Review Post #3 - Covergirl Eye Enhancers Eyeshadow in Champagne
Hello Ladies!
I'm back! After too long, I am finally posting something. I'm really sorry about the delay. Having pinkeye is about the worst thing that can happen to a girl. I mean you're going along, everything's great, and then out of the blue, your eyes start looking pink ( or in my case, red ) and gross things start happening. I WON'T go into details.
The worst part of the whole ordeal is that I had to throw away all my make up.
All of it.
Leaving me with nothing……
Well, for some people, I guess this could be a blessing in disguise. I mean, you get to go out and buy a whole bunch of new make-up. But for me, it was horrible. Some of the things I had to throw away had only been used a few times. :(
Ok, enough about that. Lets talk about eyeshadow. I decided that I didn't need to buy super expensive eyeshadow, so I went down to Wally World and purchased a few things to try. One of them was Covergirl's Eye Enhancers Eyeshadow. So, here are the pros and cons.
Pros:
1. It's the same color on your eyelids that you see in the container.
2. It's very lightweight.
3. Not to heavy or sparse.
4. Doesn't dry out your lids or crumble into you eyes.
5. Has a very nice subtle shimmer.
6. It's a great price.
Cons:
1. It doesn't last without primer.
2. You have to blend it slightly so it won't look like you have a line going across your brow bone.
Well, for me, the pros outweigh the cons, so I'm going to try a few more colors by this brand. I hope this was helpful to you. Also, I know in the picture it looks like its really sheer, it isn't. The lighting in my room was really bright. The color is very opaque.
Summer Makeup Tutorial
Hello Ladies! Summer is nearly upon us and I've been tweaking my makeup routine to so it won't be quite as heavy for the summer months. Also, with the weather heating up, I've been looking for products with more staying power. So, without further ado, here it is!
1. Start with a blank canvas. I always wash and moisturize my face every morning ( see this post ). After doing this, I make sure the moisturizer has dried in before I go onto the next step.
2. Facial Primer. After moisturizing, you want to put a primer on so your makeup will glide over your skin. I use Clinique's Super Primer Universal Face Primer. It's the only on that I have ever used that kept my makeup on all day. Even in the heat. It's very light and fragrance free, so it won't irritate sensitive skin.
3. Foundation. The next step is to put on your foundation. I use Bobbi Brown's Long-Wear Even Finish Foundation in Beige (#3). It's really light, but has great coverage. It's also oil-free, so it won't break your skin out. The best thing about Bobbi's line is that they have a shade of makeup for just about every skin tone out there, so your makeup literally looks like your skin. It really gives a natural, healthy glow to your face.
4. Eye Concealer. Always apply your concealer after your makeup. The reason for this is that you want to blend the concealer down into the makeup just a little bit to make everything look even. I also like to put a little in the corner of my eyes to brighten them up. I use Bobbi Brown's Creamy Concealer in Warm Ivory. The best thing about this concealer is that is can be used on you face as well as your eyes. It's a win-win!
5. Bronzer. This is the hardest part of makeup for me. Putting on bronzer can be tricky because you never know how much is too much until it's too late. So, I use a blush brush rather than a bronzer brush to apply bronzer. It goes on a lot lighter and you can angle it more when defining your cheek bones. The picture below this one illustrates what I mean. Suck in you cheeks and run the brush up and down the bottom of your cheek bone. Stop about half way down you cheek and go all the way up past you eye. If you really want to get fancy, you can put highlighter along the top of you cheek bone and blend the two together for a slightly more chiseled look. I use Clinique's True Bronze Pressed Powder Bronzer in Sunkissed.
6. Eyebrows. I love the look of filled in brows. It really gives a nice definition to your eyes. Unfortunately, I never really learned how to do it properly, so I just use E.L.F.'s Lash And Brow Clear Mascara. You mold your brows into whatever shape you want and they will stay. All. Day. Long. They literally will not move. I love this stuff. Best part; it's only a $1!
6. Eyelid Primer. Before you put on you eye shadow, prime your lids so you won't have to re-apply shadow in the middle of the day. It also makes the shadow's color a little bit richer. I use E.L.F.'s Essential Eyelid Primer. It's also only a $1, so it is definitely something to try. I mean, if you don't like it, you're only out one dollar. It's better than the expensive primers I've tried and it doesn't dry out my lids.
7. Eyeshadow. For summer, or really for any time of the year, I like to use a really neutral shade of eyeshadow. My lids are a lithely bit deep set and when I would use a darker color, I ended up looking like I had two black eyes. Not good. So I started using a very warm, neutral shade of shadow and then using a liner over it for definition. I use Clinique's All About Shadow Single in Day Break. It's a great shade that can be worn with any lip color.
8. Mascara. Mascara is one of those things that when put on correctly can pull the whole face together. I love how it brings my eyes to life. Right now I'm trying Makeup Forever's Smoky Extravagant Mascara. When applying mascara, make sure you start at the very base of the lashes and wiggle the brush slightly on your way up. The way, the whole lash is coated. I like to curl mine, but that's just a personal preference.
9. Lip color. And last but not least, finish of your look with a touch of color to you lips. I usually wear lip gloss simply because it's light and natural looking. I wearing C.O. Bigelow's Mentha Shimmer Lip Tint in Bare Mint. I love these products! They are very soothing and moisturizing to your lips. They last forever as well. And you can't just buy one. I always have about 3 or 4.
Or you can put on a light shade of lipstick. Here I have on Makeup Forever's Rouge Artists Natural in Copper Pink (#9).
I hope this tutorial was helpful for you. It actually helped me to see all the steps I take documented in one place. I also never realized how bad I look in pictures with no makeup on. Yikes! Let me know what you think. What is your summer makeup routine?
*None of the above pictures were photoshopped*
