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Practiced my prom hair and makeup last night, and I absolutely...

Thu, 02 May 2013 10:43:00 -0400

Practiced my prom hair and makeup last night, and I absolutely love it! I will post a close-up shot of my hair on Friday!

How I think I’m doing my makeup for prom. It’s a...

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:37:08 -0400

How I think I’m doing my makeup for prom.

It’s a little bit darker in person - because it’s washed out by the flash.

What do you think?

Here’s your Saturday night inspiration - brought to you by...

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 23:05:40 -0400

Here’s your Saturday night inspiration - brought to you by one of the most overused, but TRUE quotes of all time.

I want all my followers to know that they are beautiful, both with, and without makeup on. If makeup makes you feel confident about yourself, or if you just love applying it (like me) then that’s all that’s important.

Don’t let someone else define what makeup means to you!

Easter Basket Haul! Tresemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer...

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 13:02:10 -0400

Easter Basket Haul!

Tresemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray
Ceramic Glaze pink nail polish
Maybelline Colour Tattoo in Barely Branded
The most adorable bubble bath in that little bunny container

followed by an unhealthy amount of chocolate, the likes of which I will never be able to work off even if I spend 1000 hours in the gym

Spring Dinner Outfit of the Night! Peplum Shirt -...

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 20:37:12 -0400

Spring Dinner Outfit of the Night!

Peplum Shirt - Forever21+
Jeans - Forever21+
Shoes - Nine West
Necklace - Forever 21
Bracelets - BCBG & Material Girl

There’s nothing better than watching the Oscars, and...

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 18:16:27 -0500

There’s nothing better than watching the Oscars, and treating yourself to a night of pampering. Try out some new products, or use some of your favourites!

Tonight’s Red Carpet worthy products are:

H2O Hydrating Marine Moisture Mask
Revlon Nail Polish in Red Hot Tamale
EOS Strawberry Lip Balm and Hand Cream

My Favourite Everyday Lip Colour - Maybelline’s Colour...

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 12:11:00 -0500

My Favourite Everyday Lip Colour - Maybelline’s Colour Whisper Lipstick in #25 “Lust for Blush”

After this product was released, and MarissaLace reviewed it, I knew I was dying to try it. I’m the kind of person who enjoys wearing bright lip colours, but tends to skip lipstick and lipgloss on an everyday basis. Mainly because I’ve never found a colour I truly love - but also because I don’t like the hassel of having to re-apply it so often. But I am in love with this product! It is the perfect browny-pink colour for every day wear, and it’s smooth buttery texture makes it easy to apply, and gives it a nice satin finish.

Overall, I would say this product is like a better version of the Revlon Lip Butters! (cult followers please don’t kill me). I find it gives off better pigmentation, with the same amount of moisture, and only a slightly less-glossy finish.

On the plus side - it also smells like the vanilla frosting on fruit loops!

I can’t wait to get this collection in stores (February...

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:30:08 -0500

I can’t wait to get this collection in stores (February 7th) - so that I can pick it up for my best friend. We use to read archie comics together at the cottage, and I know this pink Betty lipstick will look great on her!

I got this lovely Marc Jacobs pouch from a friend for Christmas,...

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 21:28:00 -0500

I got this lovely Marc Jacobs pouch from a friend for Christmas, and it’s absolutely gorgeous! It’s from the Marc Jacobs for Target and Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection!

Review: the size of this is perfect for a makeup bag to travel with, or (as I like to use it) an evening clutch. The distressed exterior gives is a rough look, especially in the gun-metal grey colour. The inside lining is durable and nice, and the zipper is good quality cosnidering it’s made from plastic.

For $69.99 I definitely think this bag is work the price - especially if you’re someone who wants to treat themselves to a designer bag, without the designer price tag.

My 2012 Favourites

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 18:30:00 -0500

Read more for my favourite Face, Eyes, Lips, and Nail products of 2012!

Face:

Revlon Photoready Translucent Powder
Revlon Colourstay Foundation
Benefit Coralista Blush
NYC bronzer in Sunny
Philosophy Purity Cleanser

Eyes:

Maybelline Line Stilleto Felt-tip Eyeliner
Essence Eyebrow pencil
Mac Paint Pot in Bare Study
Urban Decay Naked Palettes
Benefit “They’re Real” Mascara
Covergirl Lashblast Mascara

Lips:

Revlon Lip Butter in Berry Smoothie
Revlon Lip Butter in Strawberry Shortcake
Bourjois Lipstick in Sweet Kiss
Blisdex Lip Medex
Lush Lip Scrub in Bubblegum

Nails:

Essie Nailpolish in Fiji
Essie Nailpolish in Turquoise and Cacos
Sally Handen Insta-Dry top coat

do you follow back ?

Sat, 05 Jan 2013 23:14:34 -0500

I try to follow back as many other beauty-related blogs as I can! But because most of my content is my own photos, or own ideas, I really just use my dashboard for inspiration - not reblogging!

But you can always follow me on my personal blog - where I do follow back!

click here for my review of N07 Blush in Petal

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 18:30:00 -0500

click here for my review of N07 Blush in Petal

Review: Lush Lip Scrub in Bubblegum I’ve had this lib...

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 18:34:53 -0500

Review: Lush Lip Scrub in Bubblegum

I’ve had this lib scrub for just over 6 months now, and after using it religiously - I absolutely love it!

At first I was only using this sugar-based scrub before applying lipstick. I would use it to smooth out my lips before moisurizing and applying my lipstick. It not only made it lipstick go on smoother, but it also makes it last longer!

Now however, I try to use it every other night before bed, followed by a super moisturizing lip balm (my favourite is the blistex medex). I find that including it in my nighttime routine has given me much smoother lips all the time - instead of just before I apply my lipstick.

The only downside to this product is that (like all other lush products) it’s relatively expensive, and it does have an expiry date! Regardless, I would suggest picking this up next time you’re in a lush store - especially if you’re a lipstick junkie like me!

Outfit of the Day - Christmas Carol Service Edition This winter...

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 13:19:00 -0500

Outfit of the Day - Christmas Carol Service Edition

This winter I’ve been loving the pairing of grey tights, with a black skirt and sweater. Then dress up the outfit a bit is the collared shirt! Paired with these great faux-suede boots, I think this outfit is great for any holiday event!

Collared Shirt - Forever 21
Sweater - Alfred Sung
Tights - Hue
Skirt - Winners
Boots - ALDO
Watch - Perry Ellis

What foundation do you use?

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 09:03:21 -0500

My winter foundation is the Revlon Colorstay foundation (I use the colour 150 buff)! I absolutely love this foundation - it gives me the best coverage, while still feeling light on my skin. It’s a semi-matte finish so I always set it with the Maybelline FIT Me power (I’m colour 110)

I’ve been using this combination for over a year and a half, so expect a full review on this coming soon!

I cannot wait to get this eyeshadow palette! It is like my...

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:53:36 -0500

I cannot wait to get this eyeshadow palette! It is like my perfect combination of matte colours - definitely a Christmas wishlist must-have!

What’s on my nails right now? Revlon “Gold...

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 09:30:18 -0500

What’s on my nails right now?

Revlon “Gold Coin”

*note: couldn’t get a good picture of it on my nails, this photo belongs to The Sunday Girl

Review: My Favourite Eye Makeup Remover. I have finally...

Sat, 24 Nov 2012 12:38:00 -0500

Review: My Favourite Eye Makeup Remover.

I have finally discovered my all-time favourite makeup remover - the Nivea Express Eye Makeup Remover! This eye makeup remover works on foundation, eyeliner, eyeshadow, and waterproof mascara. It doesn’t leave your skin greasy, and you don’t have to pull hard on your skin to get everything to come off.

How I use it: I shake the bottle and then apply it onto a circular cotton pad. I then place the cotton pad on my eye, and press it (without moving it) for 6 seconds. Then for another 6 seconds I move the cotton pad around, gently “scrubbing” at my eye area. After the 12 seconds, all of my eye makeup is off. I then use the reverse of the cotton pad to remove all my face makeup. 2 cotton pads later, and my whole face is clean!

Getting the Perfect Wine Coloured Lip Step 1: Exfoliate your...

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 18:30:00 -0500

Getting the Perfect Wine Coloured Lip

Step 1: Exfoliate your lips. This will create a smooth service to apply your lipstick, and keep it from looking patch-y. My personal favourite is the bubblegum flavoured sugar lip scrub from lush.

Step 2: Moisturize your lips, and let it set in. This will keep the lipstick from clinging to dry patches on your lips, and prevent the lipstick from drying out your lips. My personal favourite is the Sugar lip treatment by Fresh.

Step 3: Apply your lipstick. Use a brush, or straight from the tube - however you feel you get your best application. For long lasting results, do one coat - then place a tissue over your lips, and apply powder through the tissue, then re-apply the lipstick. This will first stain your lips, then the second coat will add gloss and shine!

My personal favourite wine coloured lipstick is by Boujois in the colour 78 Sweet Kiss

My Everyday Makeup includes: Revlon ColorStay...

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 18:30:14 -0500

My Everyday Makeup includes:

Revlon ColorStay Foundation
Maybelline FIT Me Powder
No 7. blush in Petal
Essence Eyebrow Pencil
Maybelline Line Stiletto Eyeliner
Chanel Eyelash Curler
Rimmel ScandalEyes Mascara