Saturday, November 17, 2012

Makeup Brushes for Beginners

Hey Beauties! Today's blog is going to be about what to look for when picking your very first makeup brushes. I know a lot of people suffer from this and I know I did when I was first introduced to makeup. Here are 12 must have brushes for your eyes and face.

Eyes
  1. Flat Stiff Angled Brush- The purpose of this brush is for packing color on the lid. The stiff bristles allow you to push the eyeshadow onto the base easier and allows it to stick. You can also use the tip of the brush to smudge color under the lash line as well or create a defined line in the crease.
  2. Stiff Dome Brush- This is great for feathering out color to create a smokey eye, or for blending out the crease. This brush is meant for blending instead of packing on color.
  3. Pencil Brush- This brush is ideal for smudging color either under or on top of the eye. This can also be used in the crease to give a very defined cut crease appearance to the eye. You can also use this brush in the outer corner of the eye with a dark color to give added depth and drama to the look of your eye as well. The small size of the brush give you a more precise application.
  4. Soft Dome Brush- This brushes soft bristles are ideal for blending out harsh lines below the brow bone of the eye using windshield wiper motions. This is also perfect for blending out concealer under the eye to help hide dark circles and bags.
  5. Bent Liner Brush- This brush is specifically designed for applying gel eyeliner. The bent head makes it ideal for laying on the top of the lashes and dragging the eyeliner out to a winged shape. The pointed tip helps give you a very cat eye, winged out line that makes this brush fool proof when using it.
  6. Dual Ended Lash Brush- This is one of those brushes where you get double the product for your money. One end has the spoolie that allows you to brush through your brows. The other end is an angled brow brush and great for filling in your brows with a powder or even a gel liner if you want a very crisp, defined brow. 

Face
  1. Blush/Contour Bush- There are so many of these on the market and in a lot of different shapes from round, fluffy, and even angled ones. With blush you can use many different types of brushes. You can set the angled brush on your cheekbone and sweep it downward and get an easy and flawless application of blush. If the brush is thin enough, you can take the brush and lay it on its “side” to use as a contour brush to enhance the cheekbones.
  2. Cheek Highlighter Brush- This brush is completely optional to have but the feathery, soft bristles of this brush give a very nice finish to any product you use it with. You can also use these with cream blushes to stipple the color onto the cheeks for an airbrushed finish.  
  3. Foundation Stippling Brush- This is for those of you who love a full coverage look to your foundation. The flat head is made for the foundation to be stippled onto the face. This assures there are no streaks in the foundation and gives a very airbrushed and flawless look to the skin.
  4. Flat Foundation Bush- This is another optional brush. For those of you who work on clients this can be good as it is not as big. However, this can leave streaks in the foundation so you have to be careful when using this.
  5. Lip Brush- This is mainly for those of you who work on clients. You can’t use lipstick directly from the tube, so a small lip brush is ideal for application. This is a very flat brush that makes it easy to dip into a product and apply smoothly and evenly. This is great to have if you are a makeup artist.
  6. Beauty Blender- So technically this isn’t really a brush but how could I not include it? The egg shaped design makes it ideal for getting under the eye and in small areas. This is what I use everyday to apply my foundation. It’s easy and quick to pat the foundation on and then I roll it toward the hairline to blend it into a smooth, flawless finish. This is a must have for day to day foundation wearing!


Sunday, November 11, 2012

Project 10 Pan

Hi Beauties! Okay so today's blog is going to be about Project 10 Pan. I got this idea from YouTube Guru: kissndMAKEUP (Her video will be linked down below at the end of this blog). So, I'm just going to give you guys my thoughts and opinions about the products that I've used up, weather I love them or hate them. So, let's get started.

Okay, starting off in order according to the photo on the left:


Garnier Fuctis Anti-Dandruff Clean & Fresh 2in1
I give 4 out of 5 stars. Okay, first off, I love this product so much. It has Pyrithione Zinc Dandruff Shampoo+Conditioner 48 Hour Control. Green Tea & B-Vitamins to invigorates hair & Scalp. It also helps with: 1. Cleans flakes. Invigorates scalp and 2. Recharger hair with strength. I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

Aveeno Active Naturals Positively Radiant Brightening Cleanser
I give this product 4.3 out of 5 stars. I love this product but it doesn't have any medicine in it to help with acne. It does on the other hand it does help even skin tone and texture; with 5 factors of radiance: tone, texture, dullness, blotchiness and brown spots; with moisture rich soy extract. I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

Simply Basic Romantics Plumeria Silky Body Mist
I give this product 1.2 out of 5 stars. Okay, on the bottle is says, "In all of its lush abundance, masses of vibrant plumeria blossoms combine with delicious peach and plum, as sparkling citrus and exotic jasmine complete this soft and sensuous garden of dreams." It also says that its enriched with vitamins: A, C, E and Aloe. At first, I loved this scent but as time went by the scent got less and less visible. I wouldn't recommend this product nor would I buy this again.

Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Creamy Wash
I give this product 4 out of 5 stars. I used this when I had to go to the hospital for a severe allergic reaction to something that I either ate or put on topically. When I was using this, it was so gentle on my skin. According to the bottle it says, "Is specially formulated with Natural Colloidal Oatmeal and rich emollients blends into a creamy wash that gently cleanses to soothe and is clinically proven to help relieve dry skin, even dry skin associated with eczema, when used in a daily routine with AVEENO Baby Soothing Relief Moisture Cream. This tear-free wash leaves skin feeling moisturized for 24 hours, so baby's skin looks and feels healthier. Fragrance-free and hypoallergenic, it's even gentle enough for sensitive baby skin." I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Cleanser
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. I first heard about this product on TV commercials and then some YouTube Guru's. It had me interested in trying this product, so I went into Wal-Mart and bought the small travel size version to see if I like it or not and surprisingly enough, I enjoyed this product so much that I went and bought the full size one. According to the bottle it says, "Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Cleanser is a foaming cleanser uniquely formulated with Bursting Beads that burst with energy and vitamins and an invigorating citrus fragrance to help wake you up. The gentle cleanser, with Vitamin C and Ginseng, helps nourish skin while removing the dirt, oil and impurities that build up overnight. Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Cleanser leaves your skin clean and energized!" I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

Clean & Clear Advantage 3-in-1 Foaming Acne Wash
I give this product 3 out of 5 stars. At first this product did work but as over time when continuously using a product everyday it stops working. According to the bottle it says, "Salicylic acid acne medication. Oil-free. Cleanses skin+Treats pimples+Helps prevent future breakouts." I'm not sure if I would recommend this product nor buy this product again.

Simple Soothing Facial Toner
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. I do have sensitive skin and its not everyday that I can find a great toner that wont irritate my skin. According to the bottle it says, "1 vital vitamin pro-vitamin B5- helps restore, soften and smooth; 3 skin loving nutrients Chamomile- helps tone and soothe, Witch Hazel- helps tone and tighten pores, Allantoin- helps soften; 0 perfume, no dyes, No Harsh Irritants- that can upset your skin." I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

Passion Flower Candle by: Slatkin & CO.
I give this product 4 out of 5 stars. I love Bath & Body Works Candles so much! I absolutely love the scent of this candle. I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

Mahogany Teakwood Candle by: White Barn
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. I love Bath & Body Works Candles so much! I absolutely love the scent of this candle. The bottom of the candle says, "The scents of fine woods - mahogany, cedarwood and oak - highlighted by delicate lavender and geranium notes conjure up an escape to a cozy library on a chilly fall day." I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

Pumpkin Caramel Latte Candle by: Slatkin & CO.
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. I love Bath & Body Works Candles so much! I absolutely love the scent of this candle. The bottom of the candle says, "Gather with friends and celebrate the season with this warm, rich blend of creamy pumpkin, spiced caramel and sweet cream." I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

CoverGirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder in #205 Ivory
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. I've tried several different powders and this is the only one that matches my skin perfectly. I love the coverage that it gives. I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Intensely Smooth Leave-In Conditioning Cream
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. I love this product so much! According to the bottle it says, "3 day sleek. The formula with Argan oil from Morocco & Apricot soaks deep into frizzy, dry hair to smooth each strand. Frizzy, Dry, Unmanageable Hair. Intense smoothing for long-lasting frizz control & shine. Get 10X smoother, stay sleek for 3 days, even in 97% humidity. For hair that shines with all its strength." I would recommend this product and I would buy this product again.

Aveeno Positively Radiant Naturally Beaming Daily Moisturizer with Soy Based Complex
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. It seems like that I've tried everything when it came to a moisturizer, especially in the winter time when my face was super dry, there was nothing that soothes my face except this product. It was a miracle worker and it soothed my face perfectly; people with dry or oil skin can use this moisturizer. I would definitely recommend this product to EVERYONE and I would buy this product again and again!



My Version of Project 10 Pan Round 2
By:  kissndMAKEUP

Friday, November 9, 2012

E.L.F. Blush vs. Cargo Blush


Hi Beauties! It wasn't that long ago that I was in Sephora buying my very first makeup product by them and when I saw this blush; I absolutely fell in love with the color. I'm here to give you a great blush dupe and the pros and cons about both of these products; so let’s get started!

E.L.F. Blush in Pink Passion
Pros- Affordable, great color quality, easy to travel with
Cons- The clear rectangle window on the packaging comes off really easy
Cost- $3.00
Grams- 4.75g / .168 oz.





Cargo Blush in Amalfi
Pros- Great color quality
Cons- Costs to much, packaging is to bulky
Cost- $29.00
Grams- 8.9g / 0.314 oz.

So, in my opinion both blushes are exactly the same color pay off but the Cargo Blush is more sparkly/glittery and the E.L.F. Blush is more matte. If you want a great bright pink blush but don’t have the money to go out and get the Cargo Blush in Amalfi, then run over to Target and get the E.L.F. Blush in Pink Passion. Look to the photograph on the right for comparison. (E.L.F. Blush on the left and Cargo Blush on the right).

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Influencer Beauty Bloggers VoxBox 2012

Well, this is my very first Influencer VoxBox and I'm very excited to do this review for you guys.

Okay Beauties, I've been trying out these products that Influencer have sent me on October 18, 2012 over the past few weeks and here are my thoughts on what I've thought about some of the products that they have sent to me in my box.

NYC Individual Eyes Custom Compact: $4.99
I give this product 3.4 out of 5 stars, because I love the eyeshadows but what I didn't love was the primer and the illuminator. My eyes creased my the end of the night and it was just melting right off of my eyes. I will stick with my Urban Decay Eye Primer Potion for now on.

Kiss Ever Pro Lashes Starter Kit: $5.99
I haven't used these lashes mainly because I don't know how to put them on and the last set I've tried, I really didn't like and they were from Forever 21. I haven't had the need to wear these, the only time I will wear something like this is on a special event or occasion.

Bath & Body Works Mini Candle: $3.50
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars! I love Bath & Body Works Candles so much and I thank Influencer for giving me the candle that I love which is: Mahogany Teakwood and the $10 off coupon. I was able to buy another Mahogany Teakwood 3-wick candle with the $10 off coupon.

EBOOST: $28 for a box of 20 Effervescent Powders, $39 for a box of 30 Effervescent Powders, $39 for a box of 12 Shots
I give this product 1 out of 5 stars, mainly because the one that they sent to me was the Orange flavored one and I really didn't care for it and neither did my Mom. I wished that Influencer would have giving me a different flavor.

Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin: $7.29
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. I love this better than the Conair Bun Maker because my hair is so long and very thick plus its in layers and I had a problem getting it up in the bun maker donut but with the spin pin, I found it very easy to put in and I've been wearing it in my hair ever since I got the product so thank you for giving me this.

Not Your Mother's Kinky Moves Curl-Defining Hair Cream: $6.00
I give this product 3.4 out of 5 stars because my hair is very long and thick, any product that I put in my hair will weight it down and its a HUGE problem for me because I want to curl my hair. With this product, I found that it gave me some what of a curl but nothing that exciting.

Bonus Product: Vitabath Fragrance Mist
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. The scent that they gave was in: Vanilla and I just adore this scent. I've loved the scent of Vanilla since high school and it brought back some great memories when I sprayed this product onto myself. So thank you for sending me this wonderful product.


Unboxing Influencer VoxBox


Saturday, November 3, 2012

October Favorites!

Its been like forever since I did my September favorites blog lol. Well, here's what I've been loving in the month of October. (Kinda wish it was October "Halloween" all year 'round).

Drinks:
-Pumpkin Spice Coffee
-Vitamin Water- Power-C Dragon Fruit and Revive Fruit Punch

Beauty Products:
-Benefit Bad Gal Lash Mascara
-Cargo Blush in Amalfi
-Kat Von D Lock-it Foundation #42
-Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion
-CoverGirl Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder #205 Ivory
-Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circles Treatment Concealer #10 Fair
-Black Radiance Lipstick #5042A Dark Purple

Shoes:
-Boots

Clothing:
-Leggings

Bath & Body Works Candles:
-Pumpkin Caramel Latte

Hair Products:
-Garnier Fructis Anti-Dandruff Clean & Fresh 2in1

Skin Products:
-Clean & Clear Morning Burst
-St. Ives Blemish Control Green Tea Scrub
-Proactiv
-Aveeno Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser
-Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Cleanser
-Simple Soothing Facial Toner
-Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Creamy Wash
-Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer

Perfume:
-Bath & Body Works Black Amethyst
-Kat Von D Poetica
-Raquel Cool
-Victoria’s Secret Beauty Rush Strawberry Fizz Body Double Mist
Bath & Body Works Lotions:
-Be Enchanted
-Country Chic

Witchy Stuff:
-Incense- Dragon’s Blood, Earth and Full Moon

Games:
-Tetris
-Zombie Smash
-Hearts
-Bejeweled
-NinJump
-Mahjong Epic
-Backgammon  

Books:
-Initiation (Bonfire Chronicles Prequel one) By: Imogen Rose

TV Shows (I haven't been watching as much TV as I did last month; been too busy):
-Reba
-The Morning After
-Switched at Birth
-Go On
-The New Normal
-Haunted Collector
-Warehouse 13
-Alphas
-White Collar
-Paranormal Witness
-Suites
-Animal Practice