Make Over Your Makeup Bag at Sephora

Make over your makeup bag this spring…only at Sephora!

Spring has arrived…and so has spring beauty. Spring cleaning means out with the old, in with the new – new beauty that is! Get a fresh new look and give yourself a makeover with the hottest and the latest. From color palettes to skincare essentials, Sephora has it all. Stop by to have one of their friendly specialists give you a consultation that will have you springing towards the right direction.

I made a visit to my local Sephora recently and got some good stuff. Here are some other ideas to revive your look for less with the season’s freshest finds:

Sephora ColorPlay Palette ($22 a $120 value!) The color star of spring! Save big with an all-in-one ensemble featuring 36 shadows, 12 glosses, 3 blushes and 1 bronzer, spring beauty never looked so pretty.

Sephora PURE Palette ($36) – Get gorgeous…naturally! This green makeup palette features six eye-mazing shadows and a blush in a chic eco-friendly case.

Marc Jacobs Splash - Cucumber ($68) – Beauty-full scents are in full bloom! This crisp, cool fragrance of cucumber will leave you feeling clean and rejuvenated.

Korres Materia Herba Moisturizing Cream Oily to Combination Skin ($15) – Let your flawless skin flourish with this all-natural lightweight moisturizer that helps control oil while regulating skin hydration.

Urban Decay Pocket Rocket Lip Gloss ($19) – Turn heads, literally! This highly pigmented gloss releases pheromones with each application to enhance mood and attraction!

Josie Maran Earth Day Essentials Green-On-The-Go Kit ($48 a $98 value!) – Give your makeup a healthy jumpstart with this all-natural kit packed with a lip gloss, mascara, eyeliner, blush and organic argan oil for glowing skin!

Do You Believe In Love, Sex & Magic?

Love Sex Magic - Ciara featuring Justin Timberlake

Smooooooooooooooooth. Ciara is a hottie, & Justin is just too smoove for his own good. Deadass.

I love it!

Latest MAC Collections...

Yeah, I haven't post anything on new collections since Hello Kitty. MAC Grand Duos and Sugarsweet collections really didn't impressed me. I'm not a big fan of "duos" --always make a mess-- and the products of the Sugarsweet were just...blah. You can barely see the glosses and I can get later some of the e/s (I already have Club). Still undecided with the lipsticks.

I guess it is cool if you collect MAC items, I sometimes do. But not with the Sugarsweet Collection.

The Colour Ready Collection is due to come out this week (April 2nd) and though there are a few repromotes, I am really interested in the expansion of the Prep+Prime Line. The new products for this line are:

(All pictures: Temptalia.com)

*Prep + Prime Line Filler ($19.50 USD)
*Prep + Prime Skin Refined Zone ($19.50 USD)
*Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder ($21.00 USD)

I understand the idea behind the name of the collection is getting your face "ready" for makeup and color with the new Prep+Prime products. I like my Prep+Prime for Face SPF50 so def. gonna be checking these ones out.

Another collections I'm interested in is the Double Dazzle Collection (April 30th, 2009) because there are new Dazzleglasses (Yay! Love them).

Check out Temptalia.com for all the info and product promo pics of these and other upcoming collections. Christine always has the latest on MAC Cosmetics!

¡Vivan, amen y rían!

(Live, love & laugh!)

Kids Choice Award: America Ferrera

Yes, I watched the show. I could say I watched it because of my kids, but the fact is I wanted to. Real fun. Loved the Madagascar Pinguins. So cool. And OMG, this year Nickelodeon was really tough to celebrities with that green slime, yuck!!

Of course I watched the makeup. I love America Ferrera's. Her makeup enhanced her beautiful features to perfection. Love the freckles! And the hair was perfect too. Not too formal, not too casual. Just right and shiny.

Image: Wenn.com

Lancôme provided the makeup breakdown:

"Celebrity makeup artist Vanessa Scali created the look for America Ferrera at the Kids' Choice Awards on Saturday night. We've got the scoop, straight from Vanessa, on how to re-create America's glamorous look.

--First, before applying any makeup, Vanessa prepped the skin with Lancôme Genifique, a youth activating concentrate that improves tone, texture and luminosity giving the skin a natural glow. To create a flawless complexion, Vanessa used both Lancôme Effacernes concealer and Armani Lasting Silk UV SPF 20 Foundation. She used Armani Fluid Sheer #2 as a highlighter and applied it with her finger to the cheekbone and brow bone. This gave the complexion a bit of added shimmer.

--Lancôme Color Design Cream Blush in Pret a Plum was applied to the apples of the cheeks for just a pop of color. Shu Uemura Cream Eye Shadow in Beige was lightly dusted on the eyelid and Lancôme Artliner in Noir was applied to the upper lash line. Several coats of Lancôme Ôscillation mascara were applied to the lashes for added length and volume.

--To compliment America's pinky/coral frock, Lancôme La Laque Fever gloss in Cyber Coral and Techno Brick were mixed together to create a high-shine pout."

Love it, so refreshing!

¡Vivan, amen y rían!

(Live, love & laugh!)

When Worlds Collide...

I have an older sister. Growing up, I was the girly-girl younger one, and my older sister was more the tom boy. She has always been a huge fan of Star Wars, Star Trek, and almost all things Sci-Fi. Me? Yeah, not so much. I was forced to attend a Star Trek convention with my sister and saw all sorts of people dressed up like Klingons and other non-humans. It was bizarre. I appreciated the strangeness of it all even though I am not a fan.

Well, I saw this article from the Seattle Times and chuckled to myself. It looks like the world of Star Trek and the beauty world (the perfume world, specifically) have collided together. There must be a warp in the space-time continuum.

For your reading pleasure, I give you information about the upcoming Star Trek line of fine fragrances:

"Star Trek" fragrances boldly go where no cologne has gone before
By John Lendman, Chicago Tribune

The world of fragrance is about to boldly go where few have ventured before: the Trekosphere.

Hoping to profit from the May 8 release of J.J. Abrams' new Star Trek film, chronicling the beginnings of Captain James T. Kirk and the USS Enterprise, Maryland-based Genki Wear will release three Star Trek-themed scents on April 24.

John McGonigle, president of Genki, said the two men's colognes and one women's perfume will retail for about $30.

Soon, Trekkies will be able to channel their inner Starfleet commander — or inner William Shatner — with "Tiberius," based on Kirk's character. The scent which carries the tag line "Boldly Go," is described by Genki Wear as having a "warm vanilla, white musk and sandalwood" base.

For those living like the next workday could be their last, there's "Red Shirt." This cologne, with the tag line, "Because tomorrow may never come," is in honor of the unnamed Enterprise officers who don't typically survive past the TV show's first scene. It's described as having a "leather and gray musk" aroma.

But it's the "Pon Farr" perfume that may require a double take. That's right, it's for the ladies. Perhaps a great gift for mom for letting you crash in the basement for 50-some-odd years? Maybe not. It actually refers to the Vulcan mating ritual which occurs every seven years. So maybe this one's only for special occasions?

John Tenuto, merchandise editor of TrekMovie.com, the largest independent Star Trek news site, said fans have responded positively to the fragrances.

But some Trekkies still have doubts.

"I predict incredibly stinky Trek conventions in the near future," one online comment said.

Others simply made fun of the idea: "No Worf scent? You know, peaty, with a hint of lilac."

Stimulating the Economy

Maybe it's the bad economy, maybe I've been in a funk....whatever, but I haven't been shopping as much as normal. Now, that is not a bad thing, but I realized that I hadn't taken a trip to Sephora in quite some time.

Well, this weekend I made my first visit to Sephora this year and spent lots of time (and money) wandering around, checking out all the lovely goodies. I'm sure I'll be blogging about some of these things later, but here's what spent my money on this weekend:

• Benefit's Girls Night In Kit: a fun zipper bag containing a lipstick, two cream eye shadows, a makeup brush, and cute mannequin magnets, $48.
• Dior Iconic Look Diva to Go Kit: this comes with a nice case, a tube of mascara, and a small-sized high shine lipstick, $27.
• Cargo blu-ray High Definition Lip Gloss: this has something called "Timestrip" technology that I'll be telling you about soon, $24.
• Clean Shower Fresh: a rollerball of perfume to go, $22.
• Sephora Brand Slim Pink Atomizer: what I originally came in for! Add your favorite perfume and viola, you have an instant travel-size of your favorite scent, $10.
• Fekkai Dry Shampoo: since I spent so much money, I got a free trial of this product. I've been dying to try it for ages now, and I've mentioned it a few times on my site...now I get my chance without spending any money. Nice!

Like I said, I'm going to blog these items in no time. I forgot how fun it can be to get a black and white Sephora bag filled with new goodies to try out!

TotalBeauty.com: Luxe vs. Less--Skin Care Products

Luxe vs. Less Skin Care

Find out what products to splurge on and when to save your hard-earned dollars!

You don't have to spend half your paycheck on skincare products to stay wrinkle and pimple-free. That said, slathering household condiments on your face to avoid paying for the good stuff isn't necessary either. Dermatologist Dr. Ava Shamban and P&G scientist Mary Begovic Johnson helped us compare products with similar ingredients that are very different in cost. Here's what we found. See products

Beauty Product of the Week: Tone Enhancing Ribbons

What is it? Olay's Body Wash Plus Tone Enhancing Ribbons "is the only body wash with an actual ribbon of mineral shimmer. It helps transform skin to the rich, lustrous tone it deserves. It contains tiny interference pigments which help to diffuse light, giving skin the appearance of a more even, radiant sheen. The cleansing ribbon and moisturizing mineral ribbon interact to provide a luxurious shower experience that results in hydrated skin and a beautiful, soft sheen without sacrificing lather." Available wherever Olay products are sold for $3.99 to $5.99, depending on size.

What did you think? I usually use soap in the shower. Yes, I know...it does make my skin dry, but I'm all about convenience. That said, I've been using Olay's Tone Enhancing Ribbons body wash for a few weeks now and my skin does feel much softer. The lather is comforting and scented with a slightly vanilla perfume. It makes me feel both clean and my skin nourished. With soap, I always feel clean but over-scrubbed! Once dried off, my skin has a subtle shimmer from the body wash without having that tacky glittered look. And my skin maintains a softness and pleasant scent out of the shower.

Final verdict? Overall, this is a very nice product, especially if you are a fan of body wash. If only I could use a body wash without having to get a shower puff, I'd be all set. Still, this body wash does everything it says it will: it makes my skin feel good and look good thanks to the subtle shimmer it provides.

Gucci-What It's Really All About.

Honestly, I have ALWAYS been a fan of Gucci. Never pumped the brand much but let's say for the past two years or so...I've started to truly love & appreciate Gucci for what it is even if it's constantly abused & has sadly become a bit overrated. STILL IN ALL Gucci has been & always will be a brand I respect. Gucci...M.O.B. ♥'s you. :) Right Saddity?

Anyways, Gucci Spring-Summer 2009 is to fuckin die for. From belts, to shoes to even small accessories; Gucci has once again made me fall in loveee.

Take a look, I bet you'll fall too...

Gucci "Iman" Triple Strap Sandal:

Gucci "Lucy" Python & Suede Sandal:

Gucci "New Jackie O" Bag:

*(A Little Schooling For That Ass Right Quick - Jacqueline "Jackie" Lee Bouvier Kennedy Onassis was the wife of John F. Kennedy [our 35th President]. The "Jackie O" bag was named after her. Just thought you should know that.)

Gucci "Sukey" Large Tote:

Anyways-has Gucci once again touched your soul? Shitttt....it sure as hell touched mine.
GO GET SOME HERE!: Gucci.

New Goodies at HSN!

They're baaaack! The girls of Home Shopping Network's Faces of Beautiful You series are back at it with two new episode. And as always, they're featuring some pretty nifty products at great prices. Swing over to their website to and check out these featured products:

M. ASAM TINTED DAYCREAM
I love a good multi-tasking product. In the morning, I don't always have time to apply foundation, so this product is a huge time saver. This tinted moisturizing day cream is super quick to apply. It provides just enough moisture without being greasy, and the slight tint of the cream evens out skin tone in a snap. The day cream is lightweight and contains healthy ingredients like grape seed oil and Vitamin C. It also smells nice! Cost: $24.95.

EARTH TO SKIN CARE SUPREME EXTREME FOOT KIT
It's almost time for us to bare our feet now that the weather is (hopefully) warming up. I don't know about the rest of you, but after the winter we've had, my feet are in need of some TLC. This kit includes all sorts of fun products to make my feet sandal ready like: peppermint foot powder, cracked heel renewal, exfoliating scrub paste, and foot soak pearls. Cost: $24.95.

M. ASAM CLASSIC BEAUTY NAIL SET
Now that you've tended to your feet, don't forget to care for your hard working hands! This popular kit contains some amazing products like an easy to use cuticle care pen, a hand scrub that makes your hands feel velvety smooth, and a nourishing, non-greasy hand cream among other goodies. Cost: $29.95.

Don't forget: you can get a Faces of Beautiful You widget at their website or become a fan over on their Facebook page.

Reese Witherspoon: Love or Loathe Her Style?

How do you feel about Ms. Witherspoon's look at the Los Angeles premiere of Monsters vs. Aliens?

*Splash News

Vintage Beauty Deals!

Hi All!

I am just getting back from a blissful weekend at the beach. I'll be back soon with beauty news and reviews...I have lots to dish about!...but until I get my suitcase unpacked and my head back from the waves, here's something to check out if you're wanting to add some products to your makeup collection. Too Faced products are high quality, they're beautifully packaged, lots of fun, and they don't test on animals. This is a win-win!

Head over to their website to check out these vintage deals! (I'm a huge fan of the Naughty or Nice Set!!!)

Lower Lash Mascara...really?

PLEASE NOTE: I don't consider this article a review of Tarte Bottoms Up Mascara because I do not own this product. It is more like **here-are-the-facts-you-be-the-judge** article.

Okay, so the other day I saw this at the Sephora website:

Tarte Bottoms Up--Lower Lash Mascara

As per Sephora and Tarte Cosmetics Websites:

What it is: A mascara specifically designed to precisely coat each and every bottom lash.
What it does: Tarte Bottoms Up™ - Lower Lash Mascara has a flake-free, water-resistant formula with a precision tapered brush that allows you to target the tiniest of lashes and wide-set bristles that separate and evenly coat. The ergonomic component ensures easy application for perfectly defined bottom lashes.

Special "Skinvigorating" ingredients:
-Carnauba wax: emollient derived from the leaves of the carnauba palm this natural wax ensures a smooth application
-Mineral pigments: colors and dyes derived from natural minerals have been know to soothe and soften the skin
-Provitamin B5: vitamin B derivative that treats and thickens lashes
-Olive esters: conditions, treats and protects lashes

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens- Mineral Oils
- Phthalates- Sulfates
- Propylene Glycols- Butylene glycols
- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes

PRICE: $16.00

The packaging looks cute and the mascara provides many "natural" ingredients to moisturize and protect lashes, as some other Tarte mascaras (for me this is a big plus). The really small brush should help with a precise application without ruining your under-eye area makeup. It's water-proof, so there should be no problem with it smudging when it gets hot.

Since I don't have this mascara, I did some research on the net, forums and blogs. Some wonderful fellow bloggers have great pics: MakeupandBeautyblog.com and BeautyJunkiesUnite.com. It seems that many people love the easy application and staying power, but others just think it is an unnecessary step on the makeup routine. I have also read people saying it does smudge on really hot & humid environments.

That said, I'm not sure I would buy it. I get the idea: a really small brush that helps to evenly apply the mascara even on the smallest lashes. I consider there are other (cheaper) alternatives that can help you with that task. Spoolie brushes tinted with mascara, Tweezerman Mascara Protector, even holding a piece of paper under your lashes while applying mascara. AND I think there is a good alternative for this mascara: Maybelline Lash Discovery Mini-Brush Mascara.

I bought this mascara some months ago at Walgreens on one of those BOGO-Free sales, so I payed like $3.75 for it (Reg. USD $7.49). Maybelline offers a washable version too, I just prefer w/p because the humidity here is terrible. This is used to separate and lengthen lashes, while the small brush also helps you grab the smallest lashes--heard that b4?. I tell you, this really last. I don't use it everyday because I don't do my lower lashes much. But is a decent product. I would rate this a 4/5.

The main difference with Tarte's mascara, you ask? The ingredients. Maybelline's has parabens, Tarte's don't; Tarte's have lot of "good for your skin" ingredients, Maybelline's don't; Tarte B0ttoms Up Mascara is Eco-Friendly, Lash Discovery...come on, lol.

Maybelline's Lash Discovery is just your regular everyday waterproof mascara. That's what you are paying for.

I will leave you with some pics of Lash Discovery. Now you be the judge. I don't know, if I have $16+tax to spare, maybe someday I'll try the Bottoms-Up mascara. Though I am sure I will always find an excuse to use those $16 for other things, hehe...

1. Maybelline Full-n-Soft Mascara 2. Maybelline Lash Discovery Mascara
3. Covergirl Lash Blast Mascara 4. MAC Plushlash Mascara

Lash Discovery all over my lashes

My makeup:

Face
Smashbox Photo Finish Primer
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Cream Foundation in Nude mixed with MAC Face&Body Foundation in C6
MAC blushes in "Nuance" with "Peaches" on top
Laura Mercier Stardust Loose Powder as highlighter on cheeks
MAC Loose Blot Powder -- Medium Dark

Eyes
MAC Paintpots in Soft Ochre and Rubenesque
Maybelline Lash Discovery W/P Mascara in Black
MAC Eyebrow Pencil in Stud

Lips
Carmex Lip Balm
Revlon Super Lustrous L/S in "Peach me"
L'oréal Color Juice Sheer Juice L/G in "Melon Puch"


Hope you find this article helpful.

TTYL!


¡Vivan, amen y rían!
(Live, love & laugh!)

Drugstore Products I love!, Part 4: Lipsticks/Lipglosses

I really forgot to post about drugstore l/s and l/g that I love. There are some awesome choices out there and best of all, really cheap. The one thing I like the most is that many companies are now including moisturizing agents in their l/s, some even have spf!

**Again guys, nobody pays me to do this. This is just my opinion about products that I have bought and really love.**

My choices for lipstick:

MAYBELLINE MOISTURE EXTREME LIPCOLOR

So I will start by saying I am more of a lipgloss girl. But this product IS really good.

Notice how Maybelline calls it "Lipcolor". Maybe because it really feels more like a thick(er) balm than your regular lipstick. They even advertise it as a the "active power of a lip balm (that) provides deep moisturization for voluptuous lips drenched in color". So yeah, for me this lipstick feel very soft and cool. I love that it has jojoba oil and my lips feel so good when I apply it. It doesn't dry my lips (remember l/s from years ago?...yuck!). It has a SPF of 15 and come in 56 shades! It lasts a bit more than 2-3 hrs. on my lips, which is good, I mean, no l/s lasts much on me. They really don't have any particular smell, I like that.

I also like they are very shiny, not sooooo creamy (except for a few shades). Some of the shades feel like the MAC L/S -- Lustre finish (gasp!). Yeah, I know, right? This product has received rave reviews in websites like MUA and others.

But yes, what really got me is how moisturizing they are. And good sun protection!

Price: $7 USD

Maybelline is BOGO free on Walgreens this week so maybe you could check these l/s out. I always wait for these sales to get them. Yeah, yeah, I'm cheap. Whatev.

L'ORÉAL COLOUR RICH

If you are looking for a more creamy-feeling lipstick, this is an excellent choice. These l/s have Omega 3 and Vitamin E, so they are also very moisturizing, though not as the Maybelline ones. 54 shades. This product does have a little smell, but frankly, it goes away quite fast and besides, most of the time I add some gloss on top of it.

Price: $9 USD

HONORABLE MENTION:

REVLON SUPER LUSTROUS L/S

These ones come in "creme" or "pearl" (semi-frost) finishes and 72(!!!) shades. Revlon advertises them as being super moisturizing but I don't know...for me they are really good, not drying, but not THAT moisturizing. Maybe it's my lips... But with all those colors available and great price, they are worth checking. I always use them on top of my lipbalm, so they are good to me. Oh, but I do find these to last longer. So, you know, the good and the bad go on a balance. Depends on what you are looking for.

Price: $8 USD

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My choices for lipgloss:

Ah, I love lipglosses! Yes people, glosses are sticky. Some more sticky than others, but really, there are not many out there that are less--sticky. I find funny how many people say "yuck, they are sticky". Yeah...

REVLON SUPER LUSTROUS L/G

Another product tons of people love. These glosses are one of best out there, at least for me! Personally, I like the consistency and color payoff. Some of them have shimmer, others just provide a beautiful shine. 14 regular shades available. I love most of the colors and they last pretty much. SPF 15 is always a huge plus.

Price: $7.50 USD

Check out many BOGO sales on your local drugstore to get them for an even better price.

L'ORÉAL HIP BRILLIANT SHINE LIP GLOSS

The packaging of these is similar to the regular Colour Juice Sheer Juicy Lipgloss and have a nice smell, but that's it. These ones are sticky, but have excellent, EXCELLENT color payoff; after all, they have "twice the pigment for added impact". Got that right. The trick is not applying too much ladies!

This product have Jojoba oil and I absolutely LOVE how much they last. Really, I have used them for hours without retouching and the color still there. I do use lipbalm first. 14 shades available. Sadly, no SPF.

If you love MAC glosses, give these a try. If you don't, well, don't even look this way...lol.

Price: $8-9.50 USD

ALSO, remember these articles I posted back in Aug '08 about L'ORÉAL HIP BALMS and MILANI CRYSTAL GLOSSES.

That's all for now cuties!

¡Vivan, amen y rían!
(Live, love & laugh!)

I've Been Gone For A Minute...

BUT NOW I'M BACK!

missed me? =]

I apologize for not blogging for a while. I've been engaged in alot of other things but that was beneficial in many ways-because now I have a shitload of things to blog about.

First off, last Friday (March 20th, 2009) was the beginning of something that was deeply anticipated...SPRING!

Which means - No more big ass jackets (Monclers, Penfield's, Northface's, etc...). Let's try & give the Ugg's a rest people unless it's cold. Lastly no more 7 layers of clothes.
Also it's not summer yet! Shorts-no. Flip flop's-no. Tank top's with nothing over it-no.
What I would like to see is Flats, Jeans, Hoodies, Cardigan's, V-necks, Cargo pants, Leather jackets, Light scarves...you get my drift.
So to help you - I've come up with a list of Springtime necessities....

American Apparel's Unisex Fine Jersey Double-Breasted Cardigan:

American Apparel Poplin Tunic:

Sam Edelman Candela Flats:So I'm going to assume you get my point. Go out & get your spring gear ready because you know M.O.B. will be...

TUTORIAL: Neutral Sculpted Eyes

Here is the tutorial for the look previously posted.


¡Vivan, Amen y Rían!

(Live, love & laugh!)

Beauty Product of the Week: Lip Shimmer

What is it? Burt's Bees Lip Shimmer is described as, "A kiss of color and pearlized shine perk up our world famous 100% natural lip balm, while natural ingredients like vitamin E and coconut and sunflower oils moisturize and soothe your lips. Choose from 11 yummy, all natural shades: Champagne, Raisin, Merlot, Rhubarb, Watermelon, Nutmeg, Fig, Cocoa, Toffee, Guava and Papaya." Get it from drugstore.com or other drugstores for about $5.00 a tube.

What did you think? Lip Shimmer should be a perfect product. Burt's Bees regular old lip balm is both ubiquitous and cult-worthy. Everyone has at least one tube at their ready, and for good reason: it makes lips feel protected and refreshed thanks to the hint of mint. I adore tinted lip balms because it's a great multi-tasker...it provides color and protection and goes on fast. It's not fussy--which I appreciate.

For some reason, though, I don't LOVE love Lip Shimmer. I'm not exactly sure why. When it goes on it feels a little thick. The color is a bit too shimmery/metallic-y. The tube is a weird size--it's much smaller than that normal Burt's Bees, and I find my tube gets gunked up easily.

Final verdict? Sadly, I think there are better tinted lip balms on the market. I really like Burt's Bees product as a rule, but I think their Lip Shimmer is only so-so. If you're brand loyal, give it a try. If not, go pick up a tube of Alba Terra Tints instead!

Crest Whitestrips Winners!

Congrats to Claudia and Ela! You are my Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal winners! Woo-hoo! Be on the lookout for an email from me soon! To the rest of you...there's always next time.

Look: Neutral Sculpted Eyes

I watched the Sculpted Eye video at the MAC cosmetics website and wanted to do something similar, but with minimal changes. You know I love neutral/natural looks (and lately that's the kind of look I have time to do -- and to be honest, I haven't been using much makeup these days...). I used Ricepaper all over my lid up to the browbone, Wedge all over the crease and Embark in the outer crease and lower lash line to create depth and give "dimension" to my eyes. These e/s can be replaced by any shade you think suits better your skin tone.

PRODUCT BREAKDOWN

Face
MAC Prep&Prime Skin SPF 50
REVLON Colorstay Makeup -- I mixed Natural Tan with a small amount of Toast and MAC Strobe Liquid
L'OREAL Translucide Loose Powder -- Translucent
MAC Powder Blushes-- Emote to contour and Sunbasque on cheeks

Eyes
Too Faced Shadow Insurance
MAC Prep&Prime Eyes -- Light
MAC E/S in Ricepaper, Embark and Wedge
MAC Fluidline E/L -- Dipdown
MAC Plushlash mascara -- Plushblack -->My fave mascara!
MAC Eyebrow Pencil -- Stud

Lips
CARMEX lipbalm
REVLON Super Lustrous L/S -- 300 Coffee Bean
VINCENT LONGO lipgloss -- Prismalite

I will be uploading soon video tutorials about my foundation application with a stippling brush and eye makeup for this look.


¡Vivan, amen y rían!
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Don't Forget to Enter!

Don't forget! I'm giving away two sets of the new Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal to two lucky readers. I've been using these new whitestrips and they rock! You really can wear them while living life....you can talk normally and even drink water without fearing that the whitening strips will fall off. And the best part? Peeling these babies off your teeth once time is up. It's like a peel-off mask for your teeth.

Be sure to enter by midnight Pacific time tonight (Tuesday, March 17th). And entering is a snap...just leave a comment on this post.

Good luck!

Tweezerman tools for lashes

Some months ago I bought Tweezerman's Mascara Protector and the Folding Ilash Comb. I have to say, I really like them. They have become part of my makeup routine. I get perfectly groom lashes every time.

MASCARA PROTECTOR--$8 USD
I really hate when I have perfect eye makeup, only to mess it up all with mascara. I used to get a piece of paper and protect my eyelids or under eye area when applying mascara. That was of course before I found this simple tool by Tweezerman at JCPenney. There is really not much too say, it simply does the job. I hold this very flexible tool with my thumb and index finger and place it between my lashes and skin. Mascara application is very easy, I feel free to do all the mess I want to until I am sure my lashes are evenly coated.

Also, I flip the tool and use the little handle to protect the browbone area when grooming the brows with gel or mascara. I can be use to draw perfectly arched brows too. LOVE IT!

Rate: 5/5

FOLDING ILASHCOMB-- $8 USD
This is a "gold plated metal teeth" comb that really leaves my lashes clump free and beautifully separated. The teeth are very close, perfect for removing all excess mascara. Tweezerman recommends combing the lashes after each application. I have done that with excellent results. Best lash comb I've ever had and so cheap. I even love it more than my MAC 205 mascara fan brush! I got this from Ulta.com.

Please NOTE: As with any tool used near the eyes, you have to BE VERY CAREFUL when handling it.

Rate: 5/5

Ilash comb compared to MAC 205 brush

'Til next time!


¡Vivan, amen y rían!
(Live, love & laugh!)