BEAUTIFULLY BROWN

JUST WHEN U THOUGHT IT WAS SAFE...

2011-08-14T22:57:00.002-05:00

BROKE ANOTHER DAMN SCREEN!!!!!!!!!

...

2011-07-31T12:26:00.000-05:00

I haven't been in the mood to post lately b/c I got into an accident & it left my face lookin' like this...

LOL!! j/k I'm baaaaaaack!!

PRETTY IN PAINT::: WET N WILD RED TAPE

2011-06-06T01:02:00.001-05:00

I am not now & never will be a red finger nail type of girl. My friend in elementary said it was for hookers. LOL!! This color is beautiful & I loved it!!

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: HELLO MY LOVES!!!!!!

2011-05-01T17:49:00.001-05:00

I'm back in action!!!! So.... my computer was broken in January... but I got a netbook for birthday, which was in February (I know...). I have A LOT of catching up to do!! So, let's go!!! This is a haul from the beauty supply store...

IT'S ALWAYS SUMTHIN'...

2011-01-10T10:01:00.000-06:00

Well family, my laptop's screen is broken... So, stay tuned

365 DAYS OF LIPSTICK & LIPGLOSS::: KISS N TELL DAY 6-9

2011-01-09T23:25:00.000-06:00

Still goin' strong with this challenge!!

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: CHRISTMAS GIFTS (LATE)

2011-01-08T23:58:00.001-06:00

My little brother got this set 4 me 4 Christmas, surpisingly the eyeshadows are really pigmented & the lip glosses are gorgeous!!!!

My sister bought me this... the 40 Color Flirt Palette from Kohls!!!!!

365 DAYS OF LIPSTICK & LIPGLOSS::: KISS N TELL DAY 4 & DAY 5

2011-01-08T23:48:00.000-06:00

BEAUTY ON BLAST::: MAYBELLINE COLOR SENSATIONAL LIP STAIN (SWATCHES INCLUDED)

2011-01-06T22:18:00.000-06:00

Maybelline's Color Sensational Lip Stains come in 10 different colors. I bought mine at Walgreens when Maybelline products were 40% off. This is the first lip stain that I've ever used. This color is called In The Buff. It gives a sheer wash of color, like what would be left behind if u ate a cherry blow pop. It has a felt tip applicator, so it's really easy to apply. It's just like drawing on your lips with a marker, and it kind of tastes like it to (yes I've drawn on my lips with a marker before, don't judge me, LOL!!) , but the taste goes away. This product is not moisturizing. I did use it with a lipgloss. The color is sheer so depending on what gloss it's topped with, you won't be able to see it. If you try to apply it over a product already on ur lips, the applicator won't deposit any of the color on your lips. The product will coat the applicator and it won't work. I suggest that u store it upside down to get the most color out of the product. Mine dried up pretty fast, I didn't expect it to last forever, but I didn't have it long at all. Have u tried this, did it deliver for u?

365 DAYS OF LIPSTICK & LIPGLOSS::: KISS N TELL

2011-01-04T00:01:00.001-06:00

I decided to join Tia's 365 Days of Lipstick & Lipgloss Challenge, I won't commit myself to posting everyday though, so I'll just keep up with what I used and post the lip looks every few days. Even if it's a no makeup day, I'll still try doin' a lip combo. Here are days 1-3. Check it... lemme know what u think!!

BEAUTY ON BLAST::: MAC 109 SMALL CONTOUR BRUSH

2011-01-02T18:06:00.000-06:00

The MAC 109 Small Contour Brush retails for $32 and it's intended purpose is for powders. I started my love affair with this brush about a year and a half ago. We've recently developed an open relationship. I had been using this brush for both liquid and powder foundation. Big mistake. To begin with, it's not meant to be used with liquid products. It's hard to clean the product out of the bristles and a lot of times I was pretty rough with it. I also noticed that I used more foundation than I probably should have when using this brush. It's notorous for shedding and I stopped using this brush for liquid when I literally started having to pick the hair off of my face. I don't know if my eyes are playing tricks on me, but if u look closely at the ferule, u can see that it's really dull, it actually looks tarnished . I don't appreciate that at all. $32 is not cheap... I know I have had it for a year, but it should still be performing better and look better than it does. Also, as u can see the dye still bleeds from the bristles. I still use the brush to set my liquid foundation. It just doesn't get the same love and attention that it used to. Is it still soft, yes. Is it a good brush, yep. Just be careful with the way u handle it. Do u have this brush... what has ur experience been like?!

HAPPY 2011!!!!

2011-01-01T13:49:00.002-06:00

Happy New Year my loves!!! I thank God for allowing us to see another year. I thank all of u for ur love & support. I wish u all health, wealth and prosperity in this new year!! I always come up with resolutions that I never stick with. So I won't waste ur time or mine with wishful thinking (lies). Let's make it great!!

MY TOP PICKS FOR 2010!!!

2010-12-31T23:47:00.000-06:00

These products have been in heavy rotation all year long... check out how I stayed beautiful all year long.

Revlon ColorStay Mineral Lipglaze- Neverending Nude
Wet N Wild Mega Eyes Defining Marker- Black
Jordana Eyes Fine Liner- Black
Too Faced Shadow Insurance
Revlon ColorStay Mineral Finishing Powder- Suntan Matte
Revlon PhotoReady Makeup- Cappuccino
MAC Mineralize Blush- Superduper Natural
MAC Studio Fix Powder- NW43
Hard Candy L/S- No Peeking
Hard Candy L/S- Rush Hour
L.A. Colors L/S- Matte Purple Passion
Maybelline The Colossal Volum' Express- Glam Black
Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer

AND THE WINNER IS...

2010-12-26T22:53:00.000-06:00

Izzo !!!! Email me at butfly_brwn_est.2008@ymail.com with your shipping info!! Thanks for entering!!

SEASONS GREETINGS...

2010-12-25T02:08:00.001-06:00

Hello all!! I just stopped by to wish u all a Merry Christmas and a Happy & Safe holiday season!! Much love 2 u all,

Bianca

LEMME TRY THIS AGAIN

2010-12-04T20:36:00.001-06:00

When I did the post about my giveaway, I was told that my comments weren't working... So I'm posting it again.

Rules:

Must follow My Blog .
Must follow me on Twitter .
Leave a comment below.

Giveaway closes 12.23.10 at midnight.

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: REVLON, WET 'N' WILD, JORDANA, RANDOMS (PIC HEAVY, SWATCHES INCLUDED)

2010-12-04T14:30:00.001-06:00

FOTD::: 12.3.10 A TARTAN TALE

2010-12-04T12:29:00.000-06:00

My 109 is behaving horribly... u can see hair it left behind in one of the pics below. No LOL!!

FACE:
Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer
Revlon Photo Ready Foundation- Cappuccino
MAC Studio Fix Powder- NW43
MAC Blush- Her Blooming Cheek

EYES:
TFSI
MAC Semi-Precious E/S
Jordana Color Effcts E/S- Total Blackout
MAC E/S- Sweet Joy
Black Radiance Fine Line Liquid E/L- Black
Maybelline The Falsies Volume Express- Glam Black

LIPS:
MAC Violetta L/S
Sally Hansen Line Smoothing Mineral Lip Treatment- Ruby

FOTD::: 12.2.10

2010-12-04T09:15:00.001-06:00

Wow, this is my 200th post... but hey... who's counting? LOL!

Okay... let's ignre that pimple dead center and talk about what I used...

FACE:
Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer
Revlon PhotoReady Foundtion- Cappuccino
MAC Studio Fix Powder- NW43
MAC Mineralize Blush- Superduper Natural

Eyes:
TFSI
Jordana Color Effects E/S- Bronzeville
Jordana Color Effects E/S- A Classic
Jordana Color Effects E/S- Your Majesty
Jordana Color Effects E/S- Supernatural
Black Radiance Fine Line Liquid E/L- Black
Maybelline The Falsies Volum' Express Mscara

Lips:
WnW L/S- 502A Dark Pink w/Frost
Revlon Super Lustrous L/G- Nude Lustre

FOTD::: 11.17.10

2010-11-29T01:01:00.000-06:00

A look I wore to work not long ago...

PRODUCTS USED

Face:
The Usual
L.A. Colors Blush- Toast

Eyes:
TFSI
Hard Candy Hot Smudge- Rocker Chick (Teal Side)
Sally's Girl Single Baked Eyeshadow
Wet N Wild Pride Palette (Shimmery Teal)
L.A. Colors Palette (Matte Black)
MAC Intriguing Scarlet Palette- Sweetjoy
Hard Candy Hot Smudge- Rcker Chick (Black as liner)
Fantasy Makers Glitter Eye Liner- Secrecy
Maybelline The Collosal Lash Mascara

Lips:
MAC Cherry BLossom L/G

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: BLACK RADIANCE & L.A. COLORS

2010-11-23T22:45:00.000-06:00

All of these Black Radiance products are part of new lines... except the liner. None of the items appear on their website yet.

I found all but the baked quads at the Dollar Tree.

THE JOURNEY CONTINUES...

2010-11-21T21:02:00.000-06:00

That's right... today marks the 2nd year of my naural hair journey... It's been just that... a journey, but I'm not lookin' back!! My hair is growing at a steady pace & in my opinion is in its healthiest condition ever. I had given up on twist- outs... but... they may work for me afterall. I'm still not thrilled with the results I get on the first day... but after 2 days, it's on and poppin' baby!!

Here's a quick length check for ya... and I do have a towe on... that isn't the same thing as being naked!! LOL!! 10" all the way around...

These are the products I use to moisturize mixed in a spray bottle with agua!! This is what I twist with.

My hair goals into my third year are:

retain moisture
retain length
experiment with more styles
GROW!!! GROW!!! GROW!!!

IN CASE U FORGOT...

2010-11-21T18:35:00.000-06:00

Hey Ladies... don't 4get to enter Jenn's giveaway!! Here's what's up 4 grabs!!

Ends at midnite!!!

FOTD::: 11.16.10

2010-11-20T23:22:00.001-06:00

I wasn't goin anywhere special... just to a high school b-ball game to watch my bro play...

PRODUCTS USED

Face:
Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer
Revlon Photo Ready Foundation- Cappuccino
Revlon Mineral Finishing Powder- Suntan Matte

Eyes:
Jordana Eye Primer Eyeshadow Base
Revlon Illuminance Creme Shadow- Black Magic
Jordana Color Effects Eyeshadow- Gunmetal
Jordana Color Effects Eyeshadow- Total Blackout
L.A. Colors Baked Eyeshadow Quad- Black Hole (top right color only)
MAC Intriguing Scarlet Palette- Sweet Joy
Jordana Liquid Liner- Black
Maybelline The Colossal Volum' Express- Glam Black

Lips:
NYX Round L/S- Chloe
NYX Mega Shine L/G- Orchid

BEAUTY ON BLAST::: HARD CANDY HOT SMUDGE

2010-11-19T00:02:00.000-06:00

I get really excited about Hard Candy products, so whenever I see that they have a new product I can't wait to try it out. I purchased a product called Hot Smudge not long ago. It's a duo cream liner and cream eye shadow. According to the package you can, "create sharp lines or smokey bedroom eyes."

It comes in 6 different shades. I got Rocker Chick, which has a teal shade and black. It comes with a dual ended, angle liner and smudge brush. I have used this product both as a liner and an eyeshadow base. As far as lining goes, it's really smooth and creamy and with a good base can last about 6 hours. When used as a secondary base with Hard Candy Eyeshadow Primer, it creased almost immediately. If you look at these pics closely, you can see it. I also used it over TFSI it still creased just not as quickly or as much. It's easily removed with an old faithful baby wipe.

The brush doesn't dissapoint, it's pretty decent. I'm just glad I didn't go crazy and get it in every color... like I wanted to. Overall, I would have to rate this ** out of *****. Only because it only cost $6, it wasn't bad as a liner and the brush was pretty decent. If you don't have to wear the look your going for long, this product may work for you.

So... have u tried it... what was your take on it?

FOTD::: 11.15.10 GRAPES

2010-11-18T00:25:00.000-06:00

I came up with this look using my 88 pallete that I got from Make Me Over Cosmetics . Check it out.

PRODUCTS USED:
FACE:
Black Radiance Complexion Perfection Primer
Revlon Photo Ready Foundation- Cappuccino
Revlon Mineral Finishing Powder- Suntan Matte
MAC Mineralize Blush- Superduper-Natural

EYES:
TFSI
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil- Purple
Make Me Over Cosmetics- 88 Palette (Colors Marked Above)
Hard Candy Hot Smudge Black Liner
Maybelline The Colossal Volum' Express- Glam Black

LIPS:
Hard Candy L/S- No Peeking
MAC L/G- Cherry Blossom

JUS 'CAUSE I 'PRECIATE CHA... LOL!!

2010-11-14T22:34:00.000-06:00

This is just to say thanks for your loyalty and continuing to follow me, even though I disappear on a regular. I'm giving away the two E.L.F. Holiday Palettes pictured below. Winner will be chosen on random.

The Rules:

Must be a follower of this blog.
Must follow me on Twitter .
Leave a comment saying, "I want those palettes!!"

Giveaway closes on 11.21.10 at 8pm CST.

FOTD::: 11.8.10

2010-11-12T01:37:00.001-06:00

Face:

Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer

Revlon Photo Ready Foundation- Cappuccino

MAC Studio Fix Powder- NW43

Milani Mineral Powder Blush- Sunset Beach

Eyes:

Hard Candy Eyeshadow Primer

88 Palette

WnW Mega Eyes Defining Marker- Black

Maybelline The Colassal Volum' Express- Very Black

Lips:

Hard Candy L/S- Rush Hour

NYX L/G- Salsa

I THINK I LOVE HIM...

2010-11-11T23:45:00.000-06:00

I fell in love with Sephora Rouge Cream Lipsticks , particularly Mr. Lover, after seeing it on Addicted to All Things Pretty.com . I thought I had a similar color... Full Fuschia comes pretty close. I don't own either of the Sephora shades pictured. Wet N Wild's Smokin Hot Pink is a really close dupe for Love Test, so I know I can do without that one. Do I really need Mr. Lover? Take a look and tell me what u think...

FOTD::: 11.5.10

2010-11-06T16:35:00.000-05:00

This look has been done before and it isn't so much about the eyes... but I had to show ya'll the lipstick... this color is so pretty and it was just $1.50 at Walgreens. Oh yeah... my band had to come back... I missed it...

Face:

Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer

Revlon Photo Ready Liquid Foundation- Cappuccino

MAC Studio Fix Powder- NW43

NYX E/S- Red Bronze as Blush

Eyes:

Hard Candy Eyeshadow Primer

NYX Jumbo E/S Pencil- Yogurt

NYX E/S- Prune, Red Bronze, Deep Purple & Suede

Wet N Wild Mega Eyes Defining Marker

Maybelline The Colassal Volum' Express

Lips:

Wet N Wild Mega Last Lip Color- Mauve Outta Here

NYX L/G- Sunshine

FOTD::: 11.4.10

2010-11-06T16:33:00.000-05:00

Face:

Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer

Revlon Photo Ready Liquid Foundation- Cappuccino

MAC Studio Fix Powder- NW43

MAC Blush- Ambering Rose

Eyes:

Hard Candy Eyeshadow Primer

Hard Candy Hot Smudge- Rocker Chick

E.L.F. 32 Color E/S Palette

Jordana Fine Liner- Black

Maybelline The Falsies Volum' Express- Very Black

Lips:

Maybelline ColorSensational L/S- Born With It

NYX L/G- Smokey Look

SWATCHES...

2010-11-06T16:28:00.000-05:00

One of my followers wanted me to swatch these 2 items... here it is.

FOTD::: 11.3.10

2010-11-06T16:10:00.000-05:00

I have never worn red lips outside of playin' around at home... I guess I felt daring this day... and can u believe I took my band off my hair... LOL!!

Face:

Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer

Revlon Photo Ready Liquid Foundation- Cappucino

MAC Studio Fix Powder- NW43

No Blush :o(

Eyes:

Hard Candy Eyeshadow Primer

E.L.F. Neutral Palette

Wet N Wild Mega Eyes Defining Marker- Black

Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara- Very Black

Lips:

NYX L/L- Plush Red

NYX L/S- Eros

NYX Round L/G- Golden Red

BEAUTY ON BLAST::: ONE MINUTE MANICURE

2010-11-03T07:26:00.000-05:00

This product may not be new to most of you, but to those of you interested, read on. I was at Sally's Beauty Supply not too long ago and found an old fave of. One Minute Manicure! I used to LOVE this stuff! I had a jar that was like $30 a while back and my dai]ughter decided to add water to it. Yeah... she ruined it. I initially bought 2 of the 2oz. samples, which had been marked down to $1.99 (not sure how much they were). The scents I got were Fresh Pomegranate and Blackberry Vanilla. Yes... they smell as delicious as they sound. When I went back for more I found out that it had been discontinued, but luckily I was able to get 2 of the 12oz. jars for like $5.99 each. This time I got Fresh Pomegranate and Classic Mint. This scrub contains avacado, grape seed, walnut seed & apricot oils and also dead sea salts. It can be used all over, not just the hands. I had a job that was pretty rough on the hands, and it worked great for keeping my hands smooth. If you can get your hands on it, it's an absolute must have, especially for this chilly weather... Lord knows it is workin' my skin over!! I hope this helped someone, if you've tried it... what are your thoughts?

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: PLAYIN' CATCH UP (PIC HEAVY, SWATCHES INCLUDED)

2010-11-02T15:17:00.000-05:00

I travel around town w/ tons of makeup in my possesion & things tend to break. That's why u'll see nail polish on these packages... LOL!! Also, Walgreen's has Wet N Wild on sale for 50% off, so go stock up!!

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: HOLDIDAY 2010 EDITION

2010-11-02T14:36:00.000-05:00

Yes the 100 color palette and 32 color palette have the same colors in it... hey ya'll know me!!

MAC still has a few things I'm considerin' buyin'... but who knows...

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: RANDOM (PIC HEAVY)

2010-10-09T09:30:00.000-05:00

Even though I wasn't posting... u better believe I was shopping!!!

PRETTY IN PAINT::: PRETTY BLUES

2010-10-09T09:29:00.000-05:00

Well Hello My loves....!!!!! I know, I know... I always have an excuse for why my posts come every blue moon and why I don't update regularly. I'm really do apologize ladies & I really appreciate your patience. My internet connection is what u call irregular. Comcast has a self install kit & unfortunately, my "self" can't install it. Thus, I am internetless, they even have the audacity to want to charge for a service that they acknowledge was not provided. The nerve of some people... hmph!! Anyway... check out mah nails... aren't they so pretty...?!

TJ MAXX CRACK!!!

2010-06-06T11:06:00.000-05:00

Hello my Lovlies!!! I know, I know... I have been away for quite some time, but here I am... back again. No longer workin' two jobs... so hopefully, I can get back to blogging on a regular. I have so much stuff to share and so little... yeah u know the story. LOL!! Anyway here are some Carol's Daughter products that I happened to find at TJ Maxx not too long ago. If u enlarge the pics u can see what the retail prices are and what I paid for them. I will do reviews on all of the products soon, so stay tuned for that. Until next time... I love u ladies.

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: NAIL POLISH EDITION

2010-03-15T17:53:00.000-05:00

I did dark colors on the nails as much as I could this fall/winter... I have had enough of them. I found some colors that I will enjoy this spring/ summer. Take a peek...

PRETTY IN PAINT::: L.A. GIRL'S FLARE NAIL POLISH PURPLE GLITTER

2010-03-06T21:30:00.000-06:00

Hello Beauties, I just popped in to say hello & show off the nails!! LOL!! So... HELLO!! Of course I'm back working 2 jobs now... so I don't have much time for anything. However, I will TRY 2 do betta!!! I would like to welcome my new followers and thank my old ones for holdin' on. LOVE YOU ALL!!!

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: BEAUTY FACTORY (SWATCHES INCLUDED)

2010-02-01T04:52:00.000-06:00

How about I placed this jam order back in October & just got it a few weeks ago... at the beginning of Jan...? Please help me understand someone... any way on to the loot:

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: SALLY'S GIRL EDITION

2010-01-10T22:33:00.000-06:00

I got the following items from Sally's for .99 each... the baked shadows are a new product I believe...

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: FIRST HAUL OF 2010- L.A. COLORS

2010-01-09T18:36:00.000-06:00

Okay... so my last haul of 2009 didn't go over so well... not sure what happened to the pics, but uh rum... here we go!! A New Year comes with new shit & new makeup was at the top of the list... LOL!! Sad... I know!!

I HAVE A BAG FETISH THAT'S OUT OF THIS WORLD!!!!!

2010-01-04T11:18:00.000-06:00

These purses were purchased over a 2 month span I believe, the one pictured first is the one that I'm carrying right now... have a look!!

PRETTY IN PAINT::: L.A. GIRLS TURQUOISE

2010-01-03T13:24:00.000-06:00

I pretty much love any & everything in blue, especially nail polish!!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

2010-01-01T19:07:00.000-06:00

I would like to take time out to wish each & everyone of my followers a safe & Happy New Year!! I love you guys... u rock my world!! Thank you for continuing this journey with me...

FOTD::: 12/6 EEESSSHHH!!!

2009-12-31T06:01:00.000-06:00

This look is from a couple of weeks ago, before I got a new charger for my lap top (swear I went through 3 or 4 this year), which is why it took soooooooo long for me to post these pics. The other computer I was using didn't have the program that I use to edit, which is why my posts have been scarce. Anyway, I wrote down what I used so if you'd like to know... scroll down...

PRODUCTS USED:

FACE:

Monistat Chafing Gel

MAC Studio Fix Liquid & Powder

MAC Mineralize Blush- Superduper Natural

EYES:

UDPP

NYX- I Dream of St. Marteen Palette

Rimmel Eye Kohl- Black

Covergirl Lash Blast Length

LIPS:

Maybelline Lip PoliSh- Flesh Light

I KNOW IT'S A LITTLE LATE IN THE DAY, BUT...

2009-12-25T19:41:00.000-06:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF MY BEAUTIFUL FOLLOWERS!!! I LOVE YOU ALL & HOPE YOU GOT EVERYTHING YOU ASKED FOR!!!

PRETTY IN PAINT::: L.A. COLORS DARK GRAY

2009-12-18T22:02:00.000-06:00

I'm not overly impressed with the staying power of L.A. Colors nail polish but the colors are pretty & for .99 I'm not losing much... so, why not? Check out the latest...

No Flash

Flash

I swear that my hand was NOT ashy... it's the flash!!!!

FOTD::: BEEN GONE FOR A MINUTE... NOW I'M BACK WITH THE JUMP OFF!! LOL!!

2009-12-13T17:21:00.000-06:00

Hello Beauties... hope all is well with u all. I've been working like a real live modern day slave, so the few moments that I have had to myself, have been spent asleep. I am no longer working two jobs so... hopefully I will be able to update more often. I have so much to fill u ladies in on... but I guess I'll leave you all with this FOTD from 12.5. Later my loves...

PRODUCTS USED:

FACE:
Monistat Chafing Gel
MAC Studio Fix Liquid & Powder Foundation
MAC Mineralized Blush- Super Duper Natural

EYES:
UDPP
NYX Single Eyeshadows- Red Bronze, Purple, Midnight & Skin
Rimmel Eye Kohl- Black
MAC Plush Lash- Black

LIPS:
NYX MegaShine L/G- Spongecake

FOTD::: FORGIVING

2009-10-28T09:42:00.000-05:00

I have broken another damn laptop charger... how... IDK?... I do know that I am beyond pissed... ugh!!!!! I couldn't even edit my damn pics!!!!!

FACE:

Hard Candy Primer

L'Oreal True Match Liquid- Cappucino

L'Oreal True Match Powder- Cocoa

NYX Mosaic Powder- Dare

EYES:

UDPP

L'Oreal Hope Creme Shadow Tranquility

Covergirl Shadow- Aqua Paradise

L'Oreal H.I.p. Duo- Forgiving

Black Radiance Cream Liner- Black

LAncome Fatale Mascara- BLack

LIPS:

Maybelline Color Sensational L/S- Born With It

Maybelline Color Sensational L/G- Born With It

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX: NYX HAUL (SWATCHES INCLUDED)

2009-10-26T21:56:00.000-05:00

Hello Ladies!!! Ya'll knowI don't miss a NYX for NUTHIN'!!! Take a look at what I got...

FOTD::: 10/21/09 IN A PLAYFUL MOOD

2009-10-21T21:38:00.000-05:00

Ya'll I own 26 L'Oreal H.I.P. duos, of the 25 only 2... maybe 3 have been used!! Ridiculous, I know. I have challenged myself to use these duos at least once a week until they have all been used at least one time. Today i chose to use playful... this look is similar to the look from yesterday, the colors are close but not exact and damn it, I edited these pics & I'm gonna show 'em off!! LOL!!

FACE:

Hard Candy Primer

L'Oreal True Match Liquid Foundation

L'Oreal True Match Powder Foundation

Hard Candy Baked Blush- Bombshell

EYES:

TFSI

NYX Jumbo Eyeshadow Pencil- Bronze

L'Oreal H.I.P. Playful Duo

L'Oreal H.I.P. Adventurous Duo (light side only)

Black Radiance Cream Liner- Black

Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara

LIPS:

Carmex

L'Oreal H.I.P. L/G- Precious

PRETTY IN PAINT::: L.A. COLORS COLOR CRAZE NAIL POLISH IN LIVE

2009-10-21T21:17:00.000-05:00

I am happy to report that my trip to MY REGULAR nail salon went just lovely!! Ahhh... the color I chose this time was the one I purchased in my most recent haul, L.A. Colors Color Craze Nail Polish in Live. This color is a too die for silver, like chrome!! It kinda gives the look of a Minx Manicure almost... I said almost, before someone finds the need to inform me otherwise... LOL!! This is the closest I will ever get to a Minx manicure b/c I only know on one person in AR that does them & she charges $100... NOT MY $100!!!!! Shid... LOL!! Anyway, check me out...

EVEN MORE DUPES TO SHARE LADIES!!!

2009-10-21T04:16:00.000-05:00

Hey Ladies!!! Here are some more dupes that I've found. Please note that not all of them are exact ( I don't need anyone to point this out to me), but with a good base u'll basically achieve the same look. The finish of the colors may be different, but in essence they are the same. Or, u can go break bank on MAC it's ur choice... however, some of my followers appreciate this info, if u're not one the ones who do... don't go any further. In this post I am comparing MAC eyeshadows to L'Oreal H.I.P. Duos... with the exception of The Hard Candy Lipstick.

The only difference between these 2 colors is that MAC Girl About Town has more of a blue tone, but I tried them both on in the store and they looked the same on me.

Here are the colors that I didn't have anything to compare them to... just word of mouth, with the exception of Riotous b/c I do have MAC Rated "R."

FOTD::: 10/20/09 ROCKIN' HARD CANDY...

2009-10-21T03:09:00.000-05:00

I had an interview and also started a new job on Tuesday (a bitch is tied... NOT tired... TIED!!!)... I came up with this sort of pinkish nude look... enjoy the pics...

EYES:

UDPP

NYX Jumbo Eyeshadow Pencil Bronze

Hard Candy Baked Shadow Duo- Rush Hour

Hard Candy Baked Shadow Duo- Backstage Pass (light color for highlight)

Black Radiance Cream Liner- Black

Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara- Black

FACE:

Hard Candy Primer

L'Oreal True Match Liquid- Cappucino (N8)

L'Oreal True Match Powder- Cocoa (C8)

NYX Concealer Jar- Nutmeg

MAC Mineral Blush- SuperDuperNatural

LIPS:

Wet N Wild Energizing Lip Gloss- Manic

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: HARD CANDY & L.A. COLORS

2009-10-18T19:19:00.000-05:00

I was in much need of retail therapy on Saturday... stopped by the mall & nothing peeked my interest. I have to say that I am very disappointed in the MAC Holiday Collection, so far. Who authorized them to make mineralized shadows with chunky ass non wearable glitter on the side? That turned me all the way off, maybe abother day, anyway... By now we all know that Hardy Candy has made its debut at Wal-Mart, I finally made my way to the store to see what I could see. I am sooooooooo excited!! But I wonder if I'm the only one who feels like it took the line being moved to Wal-Mart for them to upgrade their packaging? Before it was pastel colored and looked suitable for a lil' tack head 7 yr. old.

I'm lovin' it all, so far so good. Check out my stash!!

I got these items at a drugstore by my house, I paid under $6 for all 5 items! The Loose Powder was $1.49, everything else was .99.

BEAUTY ON BLAST::: M.B. YORK WEAPONS OF MASS SEDUCTION

2009-10-16T21:37:00.000-05:00

I purchased this set of brushes by M.B. York (a company I knew nothing of before making this purchase) from my local TJ Maxx a little over a year ago. They came in the cute canister pictured above. I was drawn to these brushes b/c of the pink & black packaging. Per the website, these brushes retail for $75!! Don't believe me... click here .

Here are the brushes:

#1 SPLURGE: This is a large eyeshadow brush. If you're looking to pack color onto the lid, this is no the brush you want to use. It's entirely too big for my eyes firstly, secondly because the brush is not dense you get a sheer wash of color, however, the brush does a good job at blending.

#2 WOW: This is a dual ended blending & angled crease brush. I am not particularly a fan of this brush, not b/c it isn't a good brush, but b/c I store my brushes in an upright positions and one of the ends could get damaged. Since the angled crease end is stiff I put that end on the bottom. This is different from your average crease brush, it isn't good for adding color to the crease. It blends decently when using windshield wiper motions. The blending end, b/c it is so small, I thought I would be able to pack color onto the lid. Like the Splurge the hair is not compressed enough to pack color. It also does a good job of blending.

#3 STARSTRUCK: I haven't bought an angled liner brush yet that I couldn't do my thing with. I love this brush. It's easy to work with, it's rigid enough to apply smooth, thin, even line. It's not so stiff that it scratches your lid, like that brush that comes with the L'Oreal H.I.P. Cream Liner. If you look closely you can see that the handle is cracked. I left it in water b/c of that stubborn liner and the wood expanded.

#4 WIT WOO: No idea where the name of this brush came from... it has always gotten the least amount of love out this set. The one time that I did use it for my brows the handled & brush tip seperated, like there was no glue holding it together. The brush end just came right off, I don't even know why I keep it.

#5 GLAMOURPUSS: This brush applies blush perfectly. My only complaint is that it could stand to be softer. It isn't so bad as long as it's cocnditioned.

#6 FLAWLESS: I have a love/hate relationship with this brush. It applies powder smooth and evenly, however it tends to shed. Having to pick hair off my face after my makeup is done irritates the hell out of me. It can also be scratchy, but again as long as it's conditioned regularly, it's fine. To be honest, when I didn't know better & didn't have better this was my powder brush of choice.

These brushes are not terribly horrible, nor are they amazingly good. They are NOT worth $75, at least not from my wallet anyway. If you can find 'em for the low... go for it.

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: RANDOM (SWATCHES)

2009-10-16T16:10:00.000-05:00

I just picked up random items around town this week... have a look.

L to R: NYX All Over Bronzer #2 (medium), NYX Mosaic Powder- Highlighter, 2 random L/S from Wally World, NYX Jumbo Eyeshadow Pencil- Black Bean

CUSTOMIZING YOUR MAKEUP BRUSHES

2009-10-14T21:12:00.000-05:00

I got this idea from YT's Scandalous Beauty and thought it was sooooo cute & super easy. Being the lazy bum that I am, I'm just now getting around to getting it done...

Here's what you'll need:

Tape

Nail Polish (China Glaze Midnight Ride is what I chose)

Brushes

Step 1:

Wrap a strip of tape around your brush, be sure to leave some hanging so that you can peel it off easily.

Step 2:

Paint tip of the brush first, then the sides, I found that it's easier to paint evenly that way.

Step 3:

Lay the brushes on a flat surface with the tip hanging off to dry. When completely dry you may choose to add another coat of paint or go ahead and peel the tape off.

This is what it should look like...

FOTD::: 10/13/09 FACE IN A BOX

2009-10-14T15:58:00.001-05:00

So... I'm puttin' the stuff I've been buying to use... remember the Natural Minerals Kit by Pixi that I got from Target?...

PRODUCTS USED:

FACE:

UDCP

REVLON COLOR STAY LIQUID FOUNDATION- CARAMEL

L'OREAL TRUE MATCH POWDER- COCOA

PIXI MINERAL KIT POWDER BLUSH

EYES:

UDPP

NYX JUMBO PENCIL- YOGURT

PIXI MINERAL KIT EYESHADOWS

BALCK RADIANCE CREAM LINER- BLACK

MAC PLUSH LASH MASCARA- BLACK

MAYBELLINE LASH STILETTO MASCARA- BLACK

LIPS:

PIXI MINERAL KIT L/G- PEACHY COLOR

FOTD::: 10/12/09 SHIMMERING NEUTRAL LOOK

2009-10-13T18:36:00.000-05:00

I came up with this look using the 88 palette. I don't normally do the neutral thing, but this didn't turn out so bad. The colors used are marked with * on the pic below.

PRODUCTS USED

FACE:

Urban Decay Complexion Primer (UDCP)

MAC Studio Fix Fluid- NC50

MAC Studio Fix Powder- NW43

Boots Concealer

NYX Mosaic Powder- Love

EYES:

UDPP

L'Oreal Creme Shadow

88 Palette

Mark Chocolate Pop & Bronze Pop Cream Liner

Benefit's Badgal Lash Mascara

Maybelline Lash Stiletto

LIPS:

Hard Candy Supershine Lipgloss- Pixie

WHEN I'M AWAY...

2009-10-09T15:51:00.000-05:00

When I'm not blogging...

I'm usually tweeting...

My Twitter

or foolin' around on facebook...

My Facebook Page

don't post to youtube too often, but occasionally...

My YouTube Page

very seldom deal with myspace...

My Myspace Page

U GOTTA HAVE THE RIGHT ACCESSORIES...

2009-10-09T14:24:00.000-05:00

Just like I've gotta have my makeup, I have to have cute jewelry too. I bought these bracelets for $1. Their threaded like the earrings that I'm sooooo fond of.

Some of them even match some of my earrings...

PRETTY IN PAINT::: ICING HOT PANTS

2009-10-09T02:53:00.000-05:00

So... after my horrible nail salon experience the other day, I had to get that polish off my nails ASAP!!! I couldn't look at it without thinkin' about funky ass U.S. Nails on University Ave., which will never see me again in life!!! So, the color I used this time is a cornflower blue, have a look...

I FEEL LIKE SUCH A FOOL...

2009-10-08T20:42:00.000-05:00

What do the palettes in this pic have in common (not every single color u see)?...I found dupes for them in the 88 Palette, which can be purchased at Coloured Beautiful pictured to the left!! Don't get it twisted I still love MAC & will continue to buy... I'll just think about my purchases a lot more carefully. The colors were swatched on bare skin with no primer. I don't know the name of every single color in this palette, some of them don't even have names, but... check it out:

MAC DUPES FOUND IN THE 88 PALETTE

DUPES FROM THE URBAN DECAY DELUXE PALETTE

BEAUTY HOOK-UP::: WHAT'S ON SALE?

2009-10-06T18:31:00.000-05:00

PRETTY IN PAINT::: ICING LAURA'S FAVE

2009-10-06T17:28:00.000-05:00

I had the worst experience ever at the nail salon today!!!! So... I'm riding with my cousin and she decides that she's going to get her nails done. Since, I was riding with her and had no choice other than to go to, I got mine done too. It took this broad like 20 to sand my nails, like... I only have 10 fingers and this crap shouldn't take forever. Then, she proceeds to fill my nails, ya'll that trick laid that acrylic so damn thick it looked like my fingertips were swollen. The acrylic was uneven & all over my damn fingers!! The part that's even more messed up is that other nail techs kept coming over to look and were talkin' that jibberish & laughin'. After I finally had enough I told the person who appeared to maybe be the owner that my nails needed to be fixed the right way & I was not about to sit even longer to soak the acrylic off. The poor little man that ended up finishing my nails did the best he could to make the acrylic thinner & even but in the end it was still a damn mess!! Turns out the chick normally does pedicures, why choose to let her play on my nails though?... I did pay them but made sure they understood that I will not be back nor will I encourage anyone to go to that shop. I have to get this shit fixed tomorrow!! I used a color I bought from Icing called Laura's Fave, it's a shimmery Robin's Egg Blue... have a look.

FLASH

NO FLASH

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX (PIC HEAVY, LIP SWATCHES INCLUDED)

2009-10-03T20:35:00.000-05:00

NYX had their annual Fall sale, of course they have a sale whenever season's change. Ya'll know I'm a fiend and I gotta have my drugs... I got the 88 palette from Coloured Beautiful .

FOTD::: I DREAM OF ST. JOHN

2009-09-28T22:22:00.000-05:00

I had nothing special to do, nowhere special to go... just thought I looked cute!!!

FACE:

REVLON COLORSTAY LIQUID- CARAMEL

MAC STUDIO FIX POWDER- NW43

REVLON COLORSTAY MINERAL FINISHING POWDER- SUN TAN MATTE

NYX MOSAIC POWDER BLUSH- LOVE

EYES:

UDPP

NYX JUMBO PENCIL- SLATE

NYX CARIBBEAN COLLECTION PALETTE- I DREAM OF ST. JOHN

BLACK RADIANCE CREAM LINER- BLACK

COVERGIRL LASH BLAST LENGTH

LIPS:

CARMEX

MAYBELLINE COLOR SENSATIONAL L/G- SUGARED HONEY

BEAUTY ON BLAST::: SONIA KASHUK MAKEUP BRUSHES (WHITE HANDLE)

2009-09-25T20:19:00.000-05:00

Sonia Kashuk products can be found at Target. All of the brushes that I have happen to be eye brushes. I don't believe I paid more than $6 for any of them.

The brush roll is being put to use...

Chillin' in the brush roll...

The Pointed Blending Brush: This brush gets the least love out of all of my Sonia K. brushes. Not because it isn't a good brush, but because the hair is too sparse for my liking. Maybe my skills are just not advanced enough for me to work with it.

The Large Crease Brush: This brush gets the most play out of all of my blending brushes, and I have several. I'm NOT the world's greatest blender, it takes time. The hair is more compressed, which I find makes the blending process easier.

Shaped Blending Brush: I use this brush as a smudger. It works good for applying color to the lower lash line. I would probably work good for applying cream liner also, depending on how thick or thin you like your line to be.

Fluffy Eyeshadow Brush: Fluffy...? Not so much! Stiff and scratchy is how it struck me. I do believe that this brush has been updated. I recently took one out of a package to feel it in the store and it was actually soft. PSA:: Wash your brushes before using them ppl. I'm not the only one who touches them and puts them back.

Small Eyeshadow Brush: I was turned on to this brush by YouTube's QueenofBlendingMUA. I have 3 of these, that's how much I love them. My eyes are small, there's not much lid space. This brush works perfectly for packing color on.

Angled Eyeshadow Brush: This brush I use to apply my highlight color, I won't lie, it really doesn't get much use either. It serves its purpose, it just gets overlooked because I have so many brushes.

Smudge Brush: This brush has been updated as well, the look has changed. This does not really appear to be a smudge brush, it actually looks more like a lip brush. I use it for applying powder tp my brows and eyeshadow to my bottom lash line.

Bent Eyeliner Brush: OMG!! This brush is a MUST!! It makes applying cream eyeliner super easy. I'm pretty good at applying cream liner with a angled liner brush, but I swear by this brush. Had I had it before the angled liner brushes, there's a possibility that I never would've bought one.

Overall, I do believe that these brushes were a good investment, some more than others and in the future, I will continue to purchase them.

MAC ATTACK (COLLECTION PIX)

2009-09-25T15:02:00.000-05:00

There was a time when my MAC Collection was steadily growing, but surprisingly I haven't bought any in a long ass time... MUST.FIX.THIS.SITUATION.SOON. [Robot voice] Anyway, take a look...

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX (PIC HEAVY, SWATCHES INCLUDED)

2009-09-23T15:26:00.000-05:00

First up... Icing by Claire's...

L to R: Icing Bronzer Brush (already LOVE it), Icing Nail Polish- Sour Apple, Laura's Fave & Hot Pants

Dollar Tree has stuff every now & then...

L to R: Covergirl Queen Collection Foundation- Sheer Espresso, L'Oreal Color of Hope Cream Eyeshadow Duos- Bravery, Tranquility & Courage

The Beauty Supply Store is a must...

L to R: NYX Round L/S- Eucalyptus, Snow White, Eros & Chaos, NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil- Black Bean & Kleancolor Nail Lacquer- Neon Purple

Of course I went to Walgreens...

L to R: Maybelline Color Sensational L/G- Pink Perfection & Sugared Honey, Maybelline Color Sensational L/S- Born With It & Are You Red-dy

Went to Big Lots... (SK lip balm came from Target)

L to R: Baby Magic Hair & Body Wash (for the brushes), Sonia Kashuk Lip Balm- Peach Passion, Sally Hansen Lash & Brow Set, and VO5 Tea Therapy Conditioner

On to the swatches...

NYX Round L/S- Eucalyptus

NYX Round L/S- Snow White

NYX Round L/S- Eros

NYX Round L/S- Chaos

Maybelline Color Sensational L/G- Pink Perfection

Maybelline Color Sensational L/G- Sugared Honey

Maybelline Color Sensational L/S- Born With It (already had the gloss)

Maybelline Color Sensational L/S- Are You Red-dy (Thanks Anna!!)

I MAKE IT DO WHAT IT DO... WHAT CAN I SAY?...

2009-09-22T23:46:00.000-05:00

I know it's ghetto, but hey, what can I say? I keep forgetting to buy this(Loew-Cornell Brush Cleaning Jar & Pad) , so...

I make do with this... LOL!! Yes, those are the drawers from my Sterilite mini storage container & a washcloth. I normally wash my brushes with baby shampoo, but I ran out. I've been using Dr. Bronner's Tea Tree Castille Soap.

I find it almost impossible to get that Black Radiance Cream Liner & Cream Shadows out of my brushes, and decided to try rubbing them against a washcloth... it works!!

All Clean...

MAC PIGMENT SWATCHES

2009-09-21T20:06:00.000-05:00

I'm always perusing the world wide web for swatches, whenever I'm interested in buying something, so... maybe this'll help someone out.

Row 1 L to R: Golden Olive, Gold Mode, Cocomotion, Copper Sparkle

Row 2 L to R: Chocolate Brown, Copper, Kelly Green, Kitchmas

Row 1 L to R: Reflects Blackened Red Glitter, Old Gold, Gold Stroke, Deep Purple
Row 2 L to R: Blue Brown, White, Neon 60's Glitter (which u can't see...)

L to R: Revved- Up, Deep Blue Green, Off the Radar, Circa Plum, Marine Ultra

L to R: Jardin Aires, Violet, Bright Fuschia, Grape, Ruby Red

Row 1 L to R: Mega Rich, Teal, Cornflower, Golden Lemon, Pink Bronze

Row 2 L to R: Melon, Fuschia, Bell Bottom Blue, Emerald Green, Blue

Row 3 L to R: Steel Blue, Pink Pearl, Museum Bronze, Apricot Pink

A Better Look...

MY NAIL POLISH FETISH (PIC HEAVY)

2009-09-21T16:27:00.000-05:00

I'm a fool for not only makeup, but pretty nail polish as well!! I DO NOT believe in spending a million bucks n them however, nail polish is nail polish (to me)!! I've never spent more than $3 on one.

How it's stored: (I need an alternative storeage solution, it's running over, any ideas?)

Citrusy colors...

Purples...

Blues & Greens...

Reds...

Pinks...

Odds & Ends...

WHAT BRAND DO I LOVE JUST AS MUCH, IF NOT MORE THAN MAC... HMMM...

2009-09-20T09:28:00.000-05:00

Still wonderin' eh...? A brand that I love just as much, if not more than MAC...

NYX!!!!

Why? It's more affordable, they have an awesome selection & the quality is fab!!

The Storage...

The Eye Products...

46 Single Eyeshadows

30 Ultra Pearl Mania Loose Shadows

6 Five Color Palettes

11 Trios (The MAC Palette holds 5)

10 Chrome Shadows

13 Jumbo Eyeshadow Pencils

6 Slim Eye Liner Pencils

Random E.L.F. Quad with Random NYX Colors

The Face Products...

9 Powder Blushes

2 Mosaic Powders

3 Liquid Foundations

2 Concealer Jars

1 Concealer Stick

The Lippies...

28 Mega Shine Lip Glosses
11 Round Lipsticks
4 Round Lip Glosses
4 Lip Liners
1 Sheer Lip Gloss
1 Lip Balm
1 Jumbo Lip Pencil

BEAUTY ON BLAST::: PROCLAIM PROFESSIONAL CARE ALOE & SHEA BUTTER MOISTURIZING CONDITIONER

2009-09-20T07:36:00.000-05:00

I bought this 16 oz. bottle at Sally's for $3.99, I believe. It claims to moisturize & detangle, revitalize dry hair and provide manageability, shine & body. My sole purpose for buying this product was for co-washing. The consistency of the product is thick & creamy like a lush body cream. It has a light almond scent, which I love. Unfortunately, that's the only loveable thing about this product, in my eyes anyway.

I quickly found that the product is hard to distribute evenly throughout the hair, maybe due to the texture. It is no good at detangling because it has absolutely no slip factor. The hair on the back of my head is kinkier than the rest of my hair & it like mats up when I sleep on it... LOL!! The conditoner did nothing for this part of my hair, other than assist me in pulling my hair out while finger detangling. It didn't provide any type of moisture, my hair was dry & hard. Then I had the bright idea of using it as a styling product. It left a white beady substance in my hair. Things that make you go hmm... I used Proclaim products when my hair was relaxed and don't remember them being this horrible. Another FAIL!!

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX

2009-09-17T16:05:00.000-05:00

I'm popping in today with yet another haul... I can't help that I like to buy makeup... prolly gonna have another no buy soon... anyway... L to R: Summer Love, Hope & Honey

L to R: Tea, Margarita, Frappucino & Georgia

1st Row L to R: Summer Love, Hope, Honey & Tea
2nd Row L to R: Margarita, Frappucino & Georgia

L to R: Vanilla Shimmer, Kiss in Casablanca & Pure Gold

L to R: Vanilla Shimmer, Kiss in Casablanca & Pure Gold

L to R: Revlon Mineral Finishing Powder- Suntan Matte, L'Oreal True Match Liquid- Cappucino N8, L'Oreal True Match Powder- Cocoa C8, CoverGirl Queen Collection Foundation Classic Bronze, Soft Copper, Spicy Brown & Golden Honey (from Dollar Tree).

L to R: NYX Eye Pencil Thunder Blue & White, NYX Nail Polish Yuppies & Paradise, Sinful Colors Nail Polish Bubbles, Let's Go Girl's & Ladies in Wait. I also got Red Cherry Lashes #66 from eBay (12 pair).

L to R: Revlon Mineral Lipglaze Unlimited Nectar & Neverending Nude

My lashes from the Red Cherry Lash Sale

TARGET HAUL

2009-09-07T22:24:00.000-05:00

I know I'm killin' ya'll with these hauls, but I promise I did really good with this one. I bought some stuff from Target last week, everything was on clearance except the eye pencil. I got a lot of stuff for the low. I spent $23.65, which could've been $84.93. I saved $61.28!! I did good!! L to R: Sonia Kashuk Brush Roll ($2.48, regularly $9.99), Sonia Kashuk Frame Purse ($3.24, regularly $12.99), Loreal H.I.P. Paint Nervy($2.54, regularly $10.19), Loreal H.I.P. Paint Commanding ($2.54), Covergirl Tru Conceal Shade 5 ($1.57, regulary $6.29), Maybelline Mineral Power Concealer Dark 0-3 (1.74, regularly $6.99), Rimmel Soft Kohl Eyeliner & Pixi Natural Mineral Kit No. 2 Stockholm ($6.25, regularly $25.00).

Inside of the Sonia Kashuk Brush Roll

The eye colors, look at the pigmentation...

The Cheek Colors 1 powder, 1 cream

The lippies, swear the one on the right looks like MAC Love Nectar

PRETTY IN PAINT::: NYX SALSA

2009-09-07T19:19:00.000-05:00

Ya'll... I have been so busy lately that my dear nails have paid the price. I finally took time out yesterday and got them done. Whew!! The is a first and last time for everything, hence the rhinestones. Never again!! That make the design look sooooo cheesy... Swear that man was workin' too hard for $20. LOL!!

BEAUTY ON BLAST::: WET N WILD SPEED GLOSS ENERGIZING LIP SHINE

2009-09-07T16:48:00.000-05:00

L to R: Chaotic, Frantic, Hyped, Untamed & Manic

First off, I am NOT a huge Wet N Wild fan. I feel that for a drugstore brand, even being as inexpensive as they are, they could do a little better. Many of their products, in my opinion, SUCK! I hadn't purchased any WnW products in a long time. I recently ran across a blog where the chick hauled WnW lip sticks & lip glosses. I really liked how they looked and being the impulsive person that I am, I couldn't sleep well until I had them in my possession.
They contain Ginkgo Biloba (increases blood flow to the brain & throughout the body), Ginseng (fights stress & reduces fatigue), Guarana (boosts energy & burns fat) Acai (helps maintain the healthy function of numerous organs & systems) & Vitamin E (sun protection). They come in 10 different shades. The colors I picked up are: Chaotic, Frantic, Hyped, Untamed & Manic. The colors are sheer and really shiny. The formula reminds me of MAC Clear Lipglass. It's thick, but not as sticky. They are packaged in squeezable tubes similar to Urban Decay's Pocket Rockets (without the butt shot).
I have to admit, these glosses really took me by surprise, I'm extremely impressed. They were supposed to be $3.99 according to the shelf sticker, however rang up $1.99 at K-Mart. They are peppermint scented. While the scent didn't necessarily give me a boost of energy (which is fine because that's not what I look for in lipgloss...LOL!), it is refreshing & does have a cooling effect on the lips. I love this lipgloss & my faith in WnW has been restored!

Chaotic

Frantic

Hyped

Untamed

Manic

WET N WILD LIPPIE HAUL

2009-09-06T12:56:00.000-05:00

I picked up some Wet N Wild lippies from K-Mart. The Lipsticks were .99 each and the gloss was $1.99 each. There was no sign that said they were on sale or anything, but I guess they were. L to R: Giddy, Pure Sky, Chaotic, Frantic, Hyped, Untamed & Manic.

L to R: Giddy & Pure Sky

L to R: Chaotic, Untamed, Hyped, Frantic & Manic

LOTD::: BLUE 9/3

2009-09-06T12:41:00.000-05:00

I wasn't going anywhere special, just to work. While I am thankful to have a job, I don't consider it special...

EYES:

TFSI

NYX- Star

MAC- Freshwater

MAC- Star by Night

NYX- Champagne

Black Radiance Cream Liner- Black

Lancome Fatale Mascara

FACE:

The Usual

MAC- Dolly Mix Blush

LIPS:
Carmex

MAC- C-Thru L/G

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX::: MAYBELLINE

2009-09-05T20:24:00.000-05:00

I popped into Walgreen's this week and grabbed a couple of things... L to R: Colossal Lash Mascara, Lash Stiletto, Stylish Smokes LE Plum Smokes Quad, Stylish Smokes LE Sapphire Smokes Quad, Color Sensational Lip Gloss Born With It, [not pictured Color Sensational Lip Gloss- Touch of Toffee].

Plum Smokes

Sapphire Smokes

Born With It L/G

FOTD::: 9/1 I DREAM OF ARUBA

2009-09-05T18:51:00.000-05:00

Ok... got up, got dressed, got made up... then called in!! LOL!!

EYES:

TFSI

NYX JUMBO EYESHADOW PENCIL- BRONZE

I DREAM OF ARUBA PALETTE

BLACK RADIANCE CREAM LINER

COVERGIRL LASH BLAST LENGTH

FACE:

THE USUAL

MAC AMBERING ROSE BLUSH

LIPS:

CARMEX

MAKE ME OVER COSMETICS L/S- TORY

WET N WILD L/G- MANIC

LOTD::: BLUE & GREEN 8/31

2009-09-01T18:07:00.000-05:00

As usual I wasn't going anywhere special, just to the place that assists me in paying my bills. LOL!! I pulled a few colors from the Urban Decay Deluxe Pallette...

EYES:

TFSI

NYX JUMBO EYE PENCIL- PACIFIC

NYX- I DREAM OF ST. LUCIA PALETTE

URBAN DECAY- PEACE

URBAN DECAY- GRAFITTI

NYX EYESHADOW- CHAMPAGNE

BLACK RADIANCE CREAM LINER- BLACK

COVERGIRL LASH BLAST LENGTH

FACE:

MONISTAT CHAFING GEL

MAC STUDIO FIX FLUID- NC50

MAC STUDIO FIX POWDER- NW43

MAC AMBERING ROSE BLUSH

LIPS:

MAKE ME OVER COSMETICS L/S- TORY

MAC INSTANT GOLD L/G

FOTD::: 8/28 GRAY, PURPLE & BLACK

2009-08-30T21:24:00.000-05:00

And here I am again... had a busy week... LOL!! Woke up early & had time...

EYES:
TFSI
PURPLE REVLON CREAM SHADOW
NYX- I DREAM OF ST. JOHN PALETTE
NYX SHADOW- DEEP PURPLE
LOREAL H.I.P. CREAM LINER- EGGPLANT
COVERGIRL LASH BLAST LENGTH

FACE:
USUAL
MAC AMBERING ROSE BLUSH

LIPS:
MAC INSTANT GOLD L/G

FOTD::: 8/27 BLUE

2009-08-30T19:36:00.000-05:00

I didn't have anywhere to go this day, but work... as usual. Check me out!!!

EYES:

TFSI

NYX JUMBO EYESHADOW PENCIL-

NYX SINGLE EYESHADOW- MAUI

NYX CARRIBBEAN COLLECTION- I DREAM OF ANTIGUA

URBAN DECAY EYESHADOW- ZERO

BLACK RADIANCE CREAM LINER- BLACK

FACE:

MAC STUDIO FIX FLUID- NC50

MAC STUDIO FIX POWDER- NW43

NYX POWDER BLUSH- COPPER

LIPS:

MAKE ME OVER COSMETICS L/S- TORY

NYX MEGASHINE L/G- SMOKEY LOOK

LOTD: 8/26 PINK

2009-08-29T17:13:00.000-05:00

I was in the mood for pink... so... this is what I came up with... I seriously hate flashes...

EYES:
UDPP
NYX HOT PINK JUMBO EYESHADOW PENCIL
LOREAL H.I.P. DUO- ADVENTUROUS
LOREAL H.I.P. DUO- BRAZEN
NYX SINGLE EYESHADOW- DOLLY PINK
BLACK RADIANCE CREAM LINER- BLACK
LANCOME FATALE MASCARA

FACE:
MONISTAT CHAFING GEL
MAC STUDIO FIX FLUID- NC50
MAC STUDIO FIC POWDER- NW43
NYX COPPER POWDER BLUSH

LIPS:
NYX TEA ROSE L/S & L/G

WEEKLY BEAUTY FIX

2009-08-29T16:44:00.001-05:00

I seriously need 2 go on a no buy... shit's ridiculous... LOL!!Perimeter L to R: NYX Caribbean Collection Palettes- I Dream of Antigua, I Dream of St. Marteen & I Dream of St. John.

Row 2 L to R: Maybelline Dream Liquid Foundation- Cocoa & Carmel, NYX Round Lipsticks- Tea Rose, Rea & Watermelon.

And yes... Covergirl Lash Blast Length, and no... it's NOT in stores yet...

L to R: Watermelon, Rea, & Tea Rose L/S.

I Dream of St. Marteen Palette

I Dream of Antigua Palette

I Dream of St. John Palette

ELF STUDIO HAUL

2009-08-22T14:46:00.000-05:00

Of course as we all know the ELF Studio Line was 75% off last week, I didn't go too crazy... didn't even spend $20 including shipping. The packaging is similar to NARS packaging, but it's not matte, it's sturdy the eyeshadows and blushes both have mirrors. But I didn't buy it for the packaging... I will say that I do like the brushes... and far as the rest goes... the jury is still out, we will see... L to R: Wild Wheat, Amethyst, Saddle, Sand Dollar

L to R: Tickled Pink, Candid Coral, Blushing Rose & Peachy Keen

Kabuki Face Brush and Blush Brush (NEW-not included in brush set) I also bought 2 of the empty compacts

IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN... ANOTHER HAUL!!

2009-08-22T14:13:00.000-05:00

I bought some stuff from Walgreen's this past week. I purchased 8 H.I.P. duos and 4 Sinful Colors nail polishes. 2 of the H.I.P. duos are from the limited edition collection that came out not too long ago, matte duos and the new metallic duos. The matte duos suck ass... literally! LOL! The formula for the metallic duos has been changed, they are super creamy, they remind me of the starflash texture. Several ppl had allergic reactions to the old metallic duos (I wasn't one of those ppl, THANK GOD!), and the color on the right wasn't as pigmented and the left color. I'm really inpressed with the new ones and prolly won't rest well until I have the others in my possession!! LOL!! L to R: Perky, Flashy, Playful & Charisma

Top Row- L to R: Perky(NEW), Flashy

Bottom Row- L to R: Playful, Charisma

L to R: Platinum, Gilded, Sculpted & Charged (NEW)

(U can tell how soft the texture of Charged is look at the dent, that's just from rubbing)

Top Row- L to R: Platinum, Gilded

Bottom Row- L to R: Sculpted, Charged

L to R: Let's Talk, Let's Meet, HD Nails & Folly.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!!!!!!!

2009-08-21T21:03:00.000-05:00

Guess who turned a year old today... u guessed it, MY BLOG!! Wow!! I'm shocked, I usually get bored with stuff pretty easily. But... a year later and I'm still LUVIN' it!!

FOTD::: SILVER & CHARCOAL 8/13/09

2009-08-14T03:19:00.000-05:00

I intended to go to a little get together thrown by a former classmate, so before I went to training for this lame ass job, I threw on a little make up. Please forgive me for the condition of my skin... oh, and I did do something different to my hair, IDK if you can tell...

WHAT I USED:

FACE:

MAC STUDIO FIX LIQUID FOUNDATION- NC50

MAC STUDIO FIX POWDER FOUNDATION- NW43

MAC POWDER BLUSH- AMBERING ROSE

EYES:

UDPP

NYX JUMBO EYESHADOW PENCIL- SLATE

NYX EYESHADOW- STAR

NYX EYESHADOW- 5 COLOR PALETTE I DREAM OF BARBADOS- THE SILVER & CHARCOAL COLORS

STILA BAKED SHADOW- IVORY (HIGHLIGHT)

BLACK RADIANCE CREAM EYELINER

NO MASCARA... FORGOT!! LOL!!

LIPS:

MAC L/S--CUTESTER

NYX ROUND L/G- BALLERINA PINK

BEAUTY ON BLAST::: NYX EYE & LIP MAKE-UP REMOVER

2009-08-14T02:37:00.000-05:00

Okay... so, I went a fool when NYX had their 50% off sale, duh!! Anyway, one of the items I bought was their Eye & Lip Make-Up Remover. It's regularly $6, but of course it was only $3 with the discount.

The claim:
Extra gentle, yet strong enough to rid of all the hard-to-remove makeup on your eyesand lips. The formula is an emulsion of gentle cleansers fused with oils and extracts from rice and soy bean and contains orange and papaya fruit extracts.

The truth:
I would have to agree that the formula is gentle, considering that I have really sensitive eyes. It didn't make me tear up or anything. Depending upon the amount of makeup there is on my eyes, one cotton round normally gets the job done. It even removes the Black Radiance Cream Liner with very little effort, the same liner that has stained all of my eye liner brushes. It removes whatever is on the lips with one swipe. There is no taste, thank God!! I read in another review that the product was oily. I wouldn't exactly call it oily. It does leave the skin shiny, however, the oil like evaporates almost instantly. I would definitely recommend this product and believe it's worth the $6.

Blue layer on top... clear on bottom...

All shaken up...

What my eyes looked like...

First cotton round down.

There was nothing left after this.

A HAULIN' WE GO...

2009-08-06T18:31:00.000-05:00

Check out my new ISH!! LOL!!: Row 1: Mark Flip For It Kit - Urban Neutrals (came with a free 3 piece travel brush set), Avon 8-N-1 Lip Palettes- Natural Ribbons & Pink Ribbons & Maybelline Mineral Power Bronzer.

Row 2: All NYX: The Caribbean Collection 5 Color Shadows- I Dream of Barbados, I Dream of St, Lucia, NYX ROund Glosses- Ballerina Pink (LOVE!!), Brown Topez & Golden Red, & a Lip Pencil- Chestnut.

Row 3: Make Me Over, LLC- 5 Color Pro Palette- Bitter Berry, Blush & Bronzer Trio & Tory Lipstick (gorgeous nude), MAC- Chatterbox L/S, Gold Rebel L/G & Bright Future Shadow.

Row 1: I Dream of St. Lucia

Row 2: I Dream of Barbados

Row 3: Bitter Berry Palette from Make Me Over, LLC

Blush & Bronzer Trio from Make Me Over, LLC

PRETTY IN PAINT::: NYX LIME

2009-07-30T20:30:00.000-05:00

Hey ya'll!! I just thought I'd show of my latest nail color and design. I like the color, just not really for me. Plus, it was kinda streaky... anyway, here we go:Flash

No Flash

MY LATEST HAUL...

2009-07-29T19:33:00.000-05:00

So... I placed an order with Cherry Culture on Sunday night and it arrived today. I have never gotten an order from them that quick, but anyway... L to R: NYX The Caribbean Collection 5 Color Eyeshadow Palette- I Love Aruba ( I am certain that I already own a few colors in the palette), Amuse Beauty Forever 14 Eyeshadow Kit - Pop, The single pink baked eyeshadow I got from Wet Seal. I bought 2 NYX Sparkling Lipsticks, Sparkling Orchid & Sparkling Nude, MAC Eyeshadows Rated "R" & Fashion Groupie.

The Amuse Palette.

The NYX Palette.

L to R: The pink eyeshadow, Sparkling Nude Lipstick, Sparkling Orchid Lipstick, Rated "R" and Fashion Groupie.