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| Kat Von D Studded Lipstick in Lovecraft |
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| Urban Decay Flushed Palette |
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| Kat Vond D Monarch Palette |
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
New Product Review Teasers
Why Do Women Wear Makeup?
For many makeup is seen as a way to enhance natural beauty, for some it's just seen to "cover up". Wearing makeup isn't anything new and majority of women wear it, but it comes with many misconceptions and opinions. Some people look down upon women who wear makeup at all while others prefer women to wear makeup. Is is a bad thing?
I personally wanted to address some remarks made about makeup and share my opinion on it.
My blog's purpose is to share product reviews for women so they can wisely choose their products, see if it's event worth it without having to buy it, test it, and return it. It's way too much of a hassle and if product reviews and swatches are available online for free, why not make use of it? Cosmetics is a giant industry, about $40 billion is spent on makeup each year. That to me is crazy.
I can see how people could see makeup as a shallow topic but my blog isn't meant to bring about discussions on worldly/ profound topics. Its based off of something I love to do. Makeup...why do they need it in the first place,why do women use it, and why am I encouraging women to try out these products? Granted society has a lot to do with it. We don't paint our faces for nothing. Imagine a world were women didn't even know what makeup was and walked around bare faced. Every woman's appearance would be judged off of what they really look like. Would there be competition then? I think so, I'm sure someone would come up with something to make them look nicer. It's natural! People want to look good. Everyone has different standards but for centuries people have done things out of their comfort zone, maybe even painful to look more attractive. Scientifically, women's faces look more feminine with contrast.
I have heard different views on makeup all my life, mostly negative. I wanted to take time out to address some points. My responses are based on my opinion. I can't talk for all women. If you disagree or agree, comment down below. I would love to hear your thoughts.
- I don't need makeup, it's sad some women become dependent on it.
All women are different and yes there are those who don't find themselves attractive without makeup and even go as far is not wanting to leave the house without it...ever. So yes, it is sad. But not wearing makeup doesn't make you any better of a person, you just chose not to and that's ok. If you're happy, great, I'm happy for you. Unfortunately, nobody is perfect and a little makeup won't hurt anyone. There is no need to let anyone down because of it, if anything they need encouragement to embrace themselves as they are. I personally believe women should love and be comfortable to walk out without it. It's makeup ladies, just makeup! Go without it for a day or two see how you feel. Ashamed? Are you hiding behind your sunglasses? Don't, embrace it, trust me you will feel much happier when you do. I remember a YouTube tag called the "No Makeup Challenge" where makeup gurus on YouTube tagged other users to go bare faced for a video. I initially thought it was a bit silly, but if you see it as a challenge, TAKE IT! Let your skin breath and feel comfortable with it. But let me just say this again, there's nothing wrong or anything to feel ashamed about wearing makeup. It is
- Why do women wear makeup. Does it have to do with confidence?
Every woman has a different reason why they choose to wear makeup. I do believe most women do it for that boost of confidence. When you're looking flawless theres no stop in you. You look fab! Ladies...you know that feeling, ain't nobody letting you down today. I too feel more confident when I have makeup on. Do I feel ashamed not wearing it? No. Am I not confident to be seen without it. No. Some women may be so I can't talk for all women but the misconception that women wear makeup because they don't have the guts to go without it isn't the best way to go about it.
Majority of women can point out at least three things they wish they could change about their appearance.What will it take for a woman to realize she is beautiful? I've met cancer survivors for interviews for the paper I work for who are so so confident and accepting of who they are and how they look. Eva DeVirgilis, an actress and makeup artist, also mentioned that she has met elderly women and cancer survivors who have been very at peace with themselves and one of the people who don't apologize in her makeup chair. I'll link her TED Talk down below.
"To be confronted with the prospects of illness or death, is that what it's going to take us to appreciate what we have?"
Majority of women can point out at least three things they wish they could change about their appearance.What will it take for a woman to realize she is beautiful? I've met cancer survivors for interviews for the paper I work for who are so so confident and accepting of who they are and how they look. Eva DeVirgilis, an actress and makeup artist, also mentioned that she has met elderly women and cancer survivors who have been very at peace with themselves and one of the people who don't apologize in her makeup chair. I'll link her TED Talk down below.
"To be confronted with the prospects of illness or death, is that what it's going to take us to appreciate what we have?"
To answer the question, what makeup really comes down to is making yourself look slightly more attractive...surprised? I think not. This isn't rocket science y'all :)
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
Custom Coastal Scents Palette Review
As far as the pigmentation goes, the formula is different for each finish. The matte shades are a bit more sheer than the shimmer shadows but that's not a problem with a dab of eyeshadow primer (I'll do a review on it later). I'm just impressed that the matte shadows actually show up. Most cheap matte shadows come out chalky like talc powder mixed with color.
I wanted to get a range of shadows that I could wear on a daily basis as well as some I'd love to play around with. Notice I bought two Octoberfest eyeshadows. Why? I've been obsessed with warm toned browns ever since I picked up Brown Script by Mac. It really enhances green/hazel eyes and works great as an all over lid shade as well as a great transition shade to warm up any look. I tend to gravitate towards matte brown shadows on a daily basis so I figured I'd get more of something I'd actually use and to no surprise I have been loving it and using that shade the most.
Oatmeal Tan is a soft warm brown shade that I got mainly to use as a transition shade. This shade gives a natural depth to your lids, it's clean, simple, matte, and beautiful.
Tuscany is great for a clean natural look. I personally love to use this all over the lid with a bit of mascara. Some people use their blush color as they eye shadow to tie up their look and make the shadows of their face look uniform. Tuscany does just that. Use it as a blush and an eyeshadow and you'll be glowing.
Light Apricot could have been a great highlight shade for under the brow bone if it didn't have a peachy sheen to it. The peachy tone to it darkens the shadow making it better lid shade than a all over highlight shade. This shadow is perfect for the inner tear duct area and great to pop in the middle of the lid to finish off a look. This trick will wake up tired eyes. Adding a highlight in the middle of your lid gives it dimension giving it an illusion of having rounder, bigger eyes mimicking where the light would naturally hit your lids.
Note the red shadow, Venetian Red, is actually a blush. I've been looking for a true red blush ever since I saw Nars's Exhibit-A blush in Sephora. I fell in love with the color because it was so bold. Apparently red blush, if applied sparingly, mimics the natural flush of your skin versus a pink blush. So even though a red blush looks a bit dark are heavy for the skin, it actually looks more natural than other shades. Tip: try to use a fluffy soft bristle brush that isn't too dense for the red blush to avoid splotchy application.
New Penny is a gorgeous orange, warm, copper shade. I'd compare it to Maybelline's Copper Craze and Mac's Amber Lights.
While Light Bronze may look similar it's a bit darker. It's a neautral toned bronze which gives your eyes a hint of radiance.
Rich Walnut is shimmery brown shade with a hint of red which works well to darken the crease and as a great all over lid shade to for a smokey look.
Golden Avocado has to be my second favorite after Octoberfest. It's a great everyday shade with a pop of color without being overdone. It gives your look a bit of edge without too much color and it works great with hazel eyes picking up the hues in colored eyes.
Electric Blue was a disappointment. Although it wasn't chalky, it came out splotchy and sheer and certainly didn't give me the vibrance that I expected. I'd compare it to the blue shade in the $5 elf palette with less fallout.
Teal Green is a pretty vibrant aqua shade that works well with a warm transition color.
Overall, all the shadows are great, finely mild, pigmented, and comparable to higher end shadows however, the vibrant colored matte shadows didn't impress me as much as the other shadows. The matte shadows actually stained my skin a bit. With the range of shades and finishes, there's seriously something for everyone on Costal Scents and the looks you can create from these shadows are endless! I'd give this palette an A-
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Here's a snapshot of the order which includes the names along with its item number. Check out the deal I got below! #iliveforsales
| Item | Sku | Qty | Subtotal |
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| Hot Pot - Oatmeal Tan | HP-057 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - Venetian Red | HP-099 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - Golden Avocado | HP-195 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - Rich Walnut | HP-288 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - Oktoberfest | HP-317 | 2 | $1.96 |
| Hot Pot - Tuscany | HP-320 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - Deep Grape | HP-CM07 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - Electric Blue | HP-CM10 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - Teal Green | HP-CM11 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - Light Apricot | HP-ME17 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - Light Bronze | HP-ME22 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Hot Pot - New Penny | HP-ME23 | 1 | $0.98 |
| Interchangeable Palette: 12 Piece | PL-052 | 1 | $2.98 |
| Subtotal | $15.72 | ||
| Shipping & Handling | $7.15 | ||
| Adjustment Fee | $18.89 | ||
| Grand Total (Excl.Tax) | $0.98 | ||
Monday, October 14, 2013
New Products! Dupes for Tarte Lip Surgence and Mac's Club
I have so many great things to show you soon! Here's a little peak at what I'll be reviewing soon!
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| Revlon Colorbust- Matte Balm in 225 Sultry |
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| Prestige Eyeshadow Single in Hocus Pocus- Mac Dupe for Club |
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Colored Liner Look- Spring 2013
Things
you’ll need:
- Eyeshadow: shimmery cream shade
- Eyeshadow: red or peach toned
- Eyeliner: dark blue pencil liner
- Eyeliner: vibrant blue liquid liner
- Brush: blending brush
- Mascara: black
- Start with bare lids.
- Apply a cream shimmer shadow all over the lid and blend up with up to the brown-bone with your finger. This light shadow will instantly wake up your eyes and give a fabulous glow, giving it great dimension.
- Using a fluffy blending brush, apply a red or peach toned shadow. This will create subtle depth.
- Next line your upper lash-line with vibrant blue eyeliner in small dashes as thick or thin as you prefer.
- Apply one coat of black mascara to open up your eyes.
- End off with lining your bottom lash-line and water-line with a dark pencil liner.
- Whether you’re going out to a party or out with friends, this look is a great twist to your everyday black winged liner.
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| Step 2- Using NYC Sparkle Eye Dust in Golden Champagne |
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| Step 2- Using Mac's Brown Script |
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| Step 4- Using Ashe Herbal Liner in Blue |
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| Step 5- Using NYC Waterproof Liner in Moody Blue |
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| Step 6- Using L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara in Black |
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| Finshed Look |
Monday, March 18, 2013
The Purple Smokey Eye
For this tutorial, you will need:
- Eyeshadow: vibrant purple
- Eyeshadow: deeper shade of purple
- Eyeshadow: black
- Eyeshadow: brown-red
- Eyeshadow: cream
- Eyeliner: black gel liner
- Eyeliner: dark brown pencil liner
- Flat lid brush
- Crease brush
- Blending brush
- Eyeliner brush
- Black mascara
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| 1. Start with priming you bare lids to prevent creasing. The color of your eyeshadow will come out truer and last longer with priming. |
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| 2. Using the flat lid brush, apply the vibrant purple shade all over your lid up to your crease. |
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| 3. Using the crease brush, apply a deeper shade of purple from the corner of your eye to the middle of your crease and blend it out with a fluffy blending brush. |
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| 4. Next use the same crease brush to apply the black shadow at the corner of your lid slightly blending up to your crease to give your eyes depth. |
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| 5. To soften the shades use a transitioning brown-red shadow in the crease closer to the brow bone with a blending brush. |
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| 6. Using the same brush, blend the transitioning color to your brown bone. |
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| 7. Using the eyeliner brush, line your top lid with a black gel liner winging it up and out. |
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| 7. Line your lower waterline with a dark brown |
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| 9. Using the eyeliner brush, line your top lid with a black gel liner winging it up and out. |
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| 10. Top the look off with two coats of black mascara on your upper and lower lashes and there you have it! The perfect purple smoky for the night out. |
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