HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Hey Everyone! I wanted to stop by and wish all of you and your loved ones a very Happy and Safe New Year.

Lets make 2010 our year! Thank you for all of your support and for your interest in this beauty blog. Stay tuned for what I am bringing in 2010 :)

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Look Of The Day: Smokey Green and Bronze Lip

Hey Dolls!

Here is a look of the day that I came up with tonight. I wanted to create a smokey green look. For this look I used Humid eyeshadow by MAC (FYI-My first MAC eyeshadow ever!...I know shock lol). I love it! This eyeshadow is so soft, and super easy to blend. I can't wait to try other MAC eyeshadows.

I paired the look with a bronze gloss called Pinkular-a lipglass, also by MAC from the magic, mirth, and mischief 5 Models Misbehaving lipglass set. I love how this look turned out, and you all can be sure that I will wear this for a night out.

Here are pictures of the look and other products used listed below. I hope you all enjoy and thank you for stopping by!

Eyes:
1. UDPP
2. MAC Humid applied all over lids
3. NYX black eyeshadow applied to the outer V, and blend in with Humid
4. NYX white eyeshadow applied on the brow bone as a highlight
5. On the lower lash line, apply NYX black eyeshadow and MAC Humid
6. Urban Decay Maui Wowie (shimmery light gold) from the Ammo eyeshadow palette applied to the inner corners
7. Stila Smudge Pot in black used as a liner for the top lids
8. Urban Decay 24/7 eyeliner in Zero applied to the waterline
9. Maybelline Full N' Soft Mascara in black on upper and lower lashes

Lips:
MAC Lipglass in Pinkular

Face:
1. Revlon Colorstay Foundation
2. MAC Studio Finish Concealer in NW30
3. MAC Mineralize Blush in Warm Soul


Disclosure: All products mentioned were purchased by me and are my own.

Nail Of The Day: Zoya "Indigo"

Hey dolls!

Here is the current nail polish that I am sporting on my nails. It is Indigo by Zoya. Indigo is a beautiful Deep Navy Blue with tons of small and very fine red, green, and gold glitters. I love how the polish looks on my nails-rich, deep beautiful navy. The thing that really bummed me out though was the fact that the glitters are hardly noticeable on the nail :( You can see the small glitters, but you need to hit a certain light angle to do so, or look really, really close.

Overall, I do love the color and again as with all the Zoya polishes I have used, it applies like a dream. Great, even and opaque look with only 2 coats. I topped it off with a clear top coat.

Another thing I want to mention with this polish is that it is best to apply thick coats as opposed to light coats. I find this way the polish avoids getting streaky, and you get the opaque look much quicker with very little effort. And the drying time was super quick too...love it!

Here are some pics. I tried to capture the glitters as best I could. Thanks for stopping by! (click pics to enlarge)

Close Up Of Zoya Indigo

Have any of you tried Indigo? Let me know how it worked for you in the comments section :)


Disclosure: I purchased this polish with my money.

Mini Haul! MAC, NYX, Color Club

Hey Dolls! I hope you are all doing great. Can you believe that we are already coming to an end of 2009? I sure hope that 2010 is a good year for everybody...I can honestly say that 2009 has not been the best year for me, but I am hopeful that 2010 will be an even better year. Here is a mini haul to show you gals and guys.

I went to MAC and I got 2 items from the Warm and Cozy Collection. I got 2N lipglass (Love!-might go back and get a back up), and Feelin' Good Tinted Lip Conditioner. I love Tinted Lip conditioners, because they are so moisturizing and best of all they have SPF 15. Along with that I also purchased Humid eyeshadow, which is a beautiful frosty deep green (Finally, after wanting it for so long) and Pink Nouveau Lipstick ( I have been on a pink-lip kick lately).

I also went to a local beauty supply store and purchased 2 NYX eyeshadows in Black and White. I love them both! They are so pigmented and I love that they are matte. I also spotted this section that had adorable Color Club minis on sale for only $1.99! I had to get in on it, but the only shade that really stood out for me was Too Violet. It is a beautiful purple polish with chunks of blue, green, gold, and red glitters. So much fun in a bottle! I can't wait to swatch it for you all. (click picture for larger image)

Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!

Look Of The Day: Smokey Bronze With Pretty Pink Lip!

Hey dolls!

Here is a quick face of the day I wore out last night when I went to the mall. I have a haul to show you guys, so stay tuned! I went for a sexy smoked out bronze/gold. I paired it with peachy cheeks and a soft pink lip-I love this lip color! It is called Pink Nouveau by MAC. I have never tried such a pretty light pink before. I am sad because although it looks like a barbie pink in the pictures, it truly is much warmer in color. Thanks to my camera that couldn't capture the true color of this fab lipstick...but I digress.

Here are pictures of the look, as well as products used listed below them. Enjoy, thanks for stopping by and have a blessed day :)

Face:
1. Revlon Colorstay Foundation In Medium Beige
2. Calvin Klein Blush in Flush With Desire
3. Bare Minerals Pure Radiance used as a highlight on cheekbones, and bridge of nose
4. Mac Studio Finish Concealer

Eyes:
1. Shimmery bronze/gold from the Coastal Scents 88 palette (inner lids)
2. NYX Black eyeshadow in the outer V and blend
3. NYX white eyeshadow used as a highlight
4. Stila Smudge Pot in Black to line lids
5. Urban Decay Zero eyeliner to line waterline and smudge on the lower lashline 6. Calvin Klein True Lashes Volumizing Mascara

Lips:
1. MAC Pink Nouveau Satin Lipstick
2. NYX clear lip gloss applied on top


Disclosure: All products used in the look are my own. I am not affiliated with any of the companies mentioned above.

Look Of The Day: New Years Makeup!

Hey Loves!

I hope everybody had a great day!

The New Year is creeping up on us, and I know you all are going to party hardy on New Years eve. When I think of makeup for New Years Eve parties, shimmer and smokey looks come to mind.

Here is a look I came up with tonight, that is composed of silver, teal, and of course some shimmer. I paired it with a peachy pink blush, and a shiny, rosy warm lip color with gloss on top. Here are pictures of the look and products used listed below them, I hope you all enjoy!

Thanks for stopping by :)

P.S. A lot of the makeup I used is from the Calvin Klein Makeup Collection from the post below this one, and I must say I am highly impressed so far.

Face:

1. Foundation-Revlon Colorstay for Combination.Oily Skin in Medium Beige
2. Concealer-MAC Studio Finish Soncealer in NW 30
3. Contour-BareMinerals All over Face Color in Faux Tan
4. Blush-Calvin Klein Velvet Blush in Flush With Desire

Eyes:

1. UDPP
2. Eyeshadow color bases- Calvin Klein Tempting Glimmers in Snakeskin Silver and Turquoise Blue applied on lids and blend out, also apply on lower lashline.
3. Shimmery silver and turquoise shadow from the Coastal Scents 88 Palette applied on top
4. MAC Glitter in Reflects Transparent Teal patted on top of the shadows on the lid
5. Stila Smudge Pot in Black
6. Calvin Klein Eye Definition Pencil in black on the waterline
7. Calvin Klein True Lashes Volumizing Mascara in Black on top and lower lashes

Lips:

1. Calvin Klein Delicious Truth Sheer Lipstick
2. Calvin Klein Fully Delicious Plumping Lip Gloss applied on top


Disclosure: All products mentioned are my own, and I am not affiliated or being compensated for use of these products by any of the companies mentioned above.

Christmas Gifts!

Hey everyone! My, how Christmas flew...I hope it was a great one for all of you:) I enjoyed Christmas very much this year, and I couldn't have asked for a better one. It's times like these that make you realize just how much a person truly cares about you, even when you never thought they did. I am not talking about they care because they got me gifts...it's the simple fact that they actually had me in mind and really thought out my gifts based on who I am, and what my personality reflects.

I wanted to show you all my beautiful Christmas Gifts (all the makeup related ones). I love them all and can't wait to use them for looks of the day :) I love my family and friends...THANK YOU! (CLICK IMAGES FOR LARGER VIEW)

I was so happy to receive this MAC holiday lip gloss set from the Magic, Mirt, and Mischief Collection called Models Misbehaving from my sister! It comes with 4 lipglasses and 1 lustreglass. How cute is that MAC Holiday Gift Bag?

1.Magnetique Lipglass (warm, berry pink color with small flecks of gold shimmer-Very Pigmented!)
2.Gitane Lipglass (warm, brown/bronze with small flecks of gold shimmer)
3.Pinkular Lipglass (bronze with gold shimmer)
4. Instant Gold Lipglass (shimmery, milky beige)
5. Angel Wing Lustreglass (shimmery wine)

I love these because they are very pigmented. I can't wait to rock these glosses :)

My BF's parents got me this fab Calvin Klein makeup collection. It all came in a kit and it is called the "Desire Collection". I am excited about this kit because I have been curious in trying out Calvin Klein Cosmetics. Here is what the collection contained:

1. Two tempting glimmer sheer creme eyeshadows in Snakeskin Silver (shimmery silver) and Turquoise Blue (shimmery turquoise)

2. Flush With Desire velvet Blush (peachy, nude)

3. True Lashes Volumizing Mascara in Black

4. Fully Delicious Plumping Lipgloss in Bloom (shimmery medium pink)

5. Defining Eye Pencil in Intense Black

6. Delicious Truth Sheer Lipstick (medium pink/nude)

7. Eye Pencil Sharpener

The set also came with an adorable, sleek CK makeup bag which is expandable too!

I cant wait to use this kit! Be on the lookout for a more thorough review of this kit coming soon.

My BF's parents also gifted me with a perfume set from Harajuku Lovers. I got the Love one and I couldn't be any happier! They are so adorable and it smells so good! This kit contained the perfume and the solid version of the perfume.

Lastly, they gifted me with another adorable makeup kit. They are literally fans that contain makeup lol. One contains lip glosses, and the other contains eye shadows and blushes. These are perfect for travel because they easily close right up-very spill proof.

My older sister got me a super cute purse mirror that looks like a little clutch! lol. I love it. I also love that there are 2 mirrors in it, a close up zoom version and the regular one.

My BF's Aunt and Uncle got me a really cute Victoria's Secret Bath and Body Gift set. It is the Love Spell Collection one and contains the body scrub, body lotion, shower gel, and the body mist. It smells sooo good. It contains notes of Cherry Blossom, Peach, and White Jasmine.

I also got gift cards to Sephora, Old Navy, and Macys...can't wait to do some shopping!


What did you all get for Christmas? I bet lots of makeup and beauty items lol :) Let me know in the comments section!

Sephora: Extra 20% Off Sale Items!

Hey loves!

I wanted to let you all in on a special online-only sale that Sephora is currently having. You can get an extra 20% off sale items now through December 31, 2009! Just enter code EXTRA at checkout.

Take advantage of this lovelies!

Here are a few of the items currently featured:

Benefit Cosmetics Bright Lights Big City! (Originally $48.00 NOW $35.00)

This set includes Benefit's picks for essential items that help brighten one's appearance! It includes their "That Gal" face primer, BADgal blue mascara, and eye bright pencil. You know this set wouldn't be complete without the included, adorable travel size mirror.

Laura Geller Bring On The Bronze-The Ultimate Baked Bronzing Kit (Originally $45.00, NOW $31.50)

I know summer is a whole mile away, but when summer comes you will be ready to put your best face forward while it glows. This set includes Spackle Tinted makeup primer, Baked eyeshadow duo in candied bronze, Lipshine SPF 15 in Sun Drenched, Split baked body frosting all over body glow in Honey Glow/Sugar Glow with puff, lastly you get an adorable cosmetic bag to put all your baked bronze goodies in.

Urban Decay Get Baked Eye Kit (Originally $28.00, NOW $18.00)

How adorable is this eyeshadow kit? I was so upset when I walked into my local Sephora a few months ago and this was completely sold out...I don't know why I didn't purchase it online...lol. But this is a great opportunity to own this fab palette that would work great for the summer months. The eyeshadows included are Twice Baked, Half Baked, Flipside, and Baked. It also comes with a mini eyeshadow primer potion in Sin which would make a great bases for these warm colors.

Are any of you planning on picking up anything? Let me know in the comments section loves :)

All Image Credits-www.sephora.com

Merry Christmas!

Hey Loves!

I wanted to stop by and wish you all a Merry Christmas! I hope you all have a wonderful christmas with your family and loved ones, and I hope you all get what you wanted!

I love you all :)


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Look Of The Day: Romantic Pinks

Hey Dolls!

I hope you are all having a great day. I am happy to say that I have officially started my winter vacation from school-Yay, no school for 1 month! I need the break...lol.

Here is a really cute, bright, and fun look of the day I came up with. While everybody is doing holiday looks, I was feeling more spring-ish. I know...way too early for that, but I couldn't help it! hahaha.

Here are pictures of the look, as well as products used listed below. Thanks for stopping by loves!

Eyes:
1. Urban Decay Primer Potion all over eyelids as a base
2. Apply shadow A (matte light pink) from the Coastal Scents 88 Palette in the inner lids
3. Apply shadow B ( matte pink with purple undertones) on the rest of the lid and blend both colors together
4. Apply shadow C (matte deep brown) to the outer V and blend into crease
5. Apply shadow D (matte cream) as a highlight to the brow bone
6. Make Up For Ever eyeshadow #92 (matte purple) on the lower lash line on the inner part and then Make Up For Ever #75 (matte hot pink) on the rest of the lower lash line and blend both colors together
7. Stila Smudge Pot in Starry Night as a liner on upper lids
8. Urban Decay eyeliner in Zero on the waterline
9. Maybelline Full 'N Soft Mascara on top and bottom lashes

Face:
1. Foundation-Bare Minerals foundation in light
2. Contour-Bare Minerals all over face color in Faux Tan
3. Blush-MAC Mineralize Blush in Warm Soul
4. Highlighter-Bare Minerals All Over Face color in Pure Radiance

Lips:
MAC Lipstick in Girl About Town


Disclosure: I purchased all products used with my own money.

At Home SPA Treatments!

Hey Dolls!

Happy Saturday! I hope you all get the chance to relax and enjoy the weekend up ahead...we all need a little relaxation these days. I wish I could afford a SPA treatment everyday, that would be the best. But reccessionistas must find ways to keep cool and relaxed right at home, without spending a fortune.

A great way to find relaxation is by taking a day all to yourself and pampering yourself. A nice relaxing bubble bath can ease any stress you are going through. Aromatherapy is also nice, as it soothes one's mind and spirit (or so I like to think).

Here is a list of bath and body items that I have on my list of future purchases:

The Body Shop-SPA Wisdom Plunge and Purify Bath Soak ($28.00)

Melt your stress away with this bath soak that is used to help cleanse and detoxify your skin. According to The Body Shop website this bath soak also contains:

1. Epsom Salt that is used to help one relax
2. Kayolin Clay which is used to draw out impurities and leaves skin feeling clean, hydrated and tight.
3. Organic Babassu Oil is used to keep skin moisturized
4. Stoneroot Extract is used to keep skin nourished

LUSH Therapy Massage Bar ($8.75)

Boy, do I hear raves about this massage bar. This bar is organic, contains shea and cocoa butter which are amazing moisturizers. It also contains lavender and and sweet orange oils that are used to help one relax. Just massage this bar on those sore spots and let it take you away.

Korres Jasmine Body Butter ($29.00)

What better way to lock in your body's moisture than with a moiturizing body butter. Korres Jasmine Body Butter is all natural, and contains shea butter to moisturize and even sunflower almond and avocado oils to help restore skin's elasticity and to keep skin smooth.

What are your favorite bath and body treatments that you all use to relax? Let me know in the comments section!

image credits:
1. www.thebodyshop.com
2. www.lushusa.com
3. www.sephora.com


Disclosure: I am not affiliated with any of the companies mentioned above. I have never tried any of these products mentioned, I am just using this list as a guide to give my readers good ideas.

Nail Of The Day: Zoya 'Trixie' With Special Holiday Konad Image!

Hey Dolls!

Here is yet again another nail of the day. I have on my nails Zoya's Trixie nail polish which is a beautiful metallic, shimmery silver color. I have never tried a silver on my nails before and I am impressed with this one. Application was no trouble at all, no air bubbles, streaks-nada!

To spruce it up a bit and really get into the holiday spirit, I decided to add a cute snowflake image from Konad Plate m59.

I hope you all enjoy, and thanks for stopping by! (click images for a larger view)

Zoya-Trixie applied with 2 coats

Zoya Trixie with image from plate m59

Used snowflake image that is circled-m59

Disclosure: I purchased all of these products with my own money. I am not affiliated with any of the companies mentioned above.

Product Rave: Avon Skin So Soft Whipped Body Oil Has Me Smooth As Butter This Winter

Hey loves! TGIF...weekend is almost here and I am ready to partyyyy.

The other day when I was looking through my drawer of "why don't I use this stuff anymore" I happened to be yet again encountered by my pretty much full bottle of Avon Skin So Soft Whipped Body Oil ($7.00)-the soft and sensual one. This lotion contains Shea Butter and Vitamins that are used to moisturize the skin and claims to leave the skin "radiant and velvety soft"...This is so true! No lie, this product does just that.

Avon Skin So Soft Soft And Sensual Whipped Body Oil (Original)

I put some of this whipped body oil on my arms, and legs and I was surprised that this lotion dried down pretty fast and I did not have that sticky, after lotion feel. My skin was so smooth and it even had a nice and healthy looking radiant glow to it. Ever since then I have been using this as my everyday lotion after I jump out of the shower. I love the smell too, I can't really describe it but it is a fresh, clean smell that is easy on those with sensitive noses. The smell does not linger too much. I can smell little, tiny hints of it on my arms as the day goes by.

Overall, I love this stuff! And when I looked at the Avon website it seems like they completely changed their packaging of their skin so soft line. I was looking for this particular product and I could not find it! I don't want to think that they discontinued this awesome body oil. So, I found a product that could be similar to this one, Avon Skin So Soft Soft and Sensual Gelled Body Oil ($7.00). I have not tried that one, but I am pretty sure that it is the same one, just with a different packaging and a "new and improved formula". Have any of you tried this stuff? Tell me that you love it as much as I do in the comments section!

Skin So Soft Soft And Sensual Gelled Body Oil-New Formula
(image credit-www.avon.com)

Disclosure: I am not affiliated with Avon. I bought this product with my own money. For more information about my posting policies click here to be directed to my disclaimer.