Monday, September 29, 2014

Welcome Fall!! Cranberry & Black



Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Left to Right: Fig by Avon, Spun Silk by Mary Kay, Coal by MK, Passin by Ulta, Havana Nights by Ulta, Zephyr by Ulta

Eyes
Base: Avon Color Creme Eyeshadow in Fig                   
Lid: Havana Night by Ulta (matte cranberry-all over)
Passion by Ulta (shimmer cranberry-center of lid)
Zephyr by Ulta (shimmer pinky purple-inner corner & into the inner third of lid)
Crease & then blended into the Outer V: Coal by Mary Kay
Highlight Under Brow & Inner Corner: Spin Silk by Mary Kay
Bottom Lid: Passion by Ulta first thick to thin from outer corner to inner corner, ending
at the inner portion of the bottom lid

Eyeliners
Upper Lid: Mary Kay Gel liner in Jet Black
Upper & Lower Waterline: Rimmel Scandaleyes in Black
My bottom lids are tattooed Black.
Mascara: Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara in Black

Lashes: Ardele 109

Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: Cover Girl Cheekers in Plum Push
Highlight: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm

Lips
Liner: None
Lipstick: NYX Jumbo Lip Pencil in Pecan
Lipgloss: NYX Butter Gloss in Eclair


Friday, September 26, 2014

Gray & Lavender Smoke


Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
Base: Mary Kay Creme Eyeshadow in Glacier Gray                  
Lid: Outer Third into the Middle: Stone by Mary Kay, Inner Third and into the middle: Nude from the Maya Mia Palette
Crease: Lavender Fog by Mary Kay
Outer V and blended lightly into the Crease: Plum Away with Me from the Tarte Rainforest After Dark Palette
Highlight Under Brow & Inner Corner: Crystalline by Mary Kay
Bottom Lid: See Eyeliners

Eyeliners
Upper lid: Mary Kay Gel liner in Jet Black
Upper Waterline: Black Kohl liner
My bottom lids are tattooed Black. I used the Jordana 12 Hour Made to Last Eyeliner in Purple Fix over the tattoos and in the waterline. I used Mary Kay Iris eyeshadow on top of the waterline to set it.
Mascara: Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Unleashed
Highlight: Champagne by Tarte

Lips
Liner: Rimmel East End Snob
Lipstick: #1 NYX lipstick in Castle #2 NYX Butter Lipstick in Lollies

Lipgloss: NYX Butter Gloss in Eclair

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Warm Taupe & Aqua Pop: Maya Mia Palette



This is my second tutorial featuring the Maya Mia Palette by Anastasia Beverly Hills.
Did I mention I absolutely LOVE this palette? Because I do!!

Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
Base: Avon Eyeshadow Base in Light Beige          
All Shadows are from the Maya Mia Palette unless otherwise noted.        
Lid: Nude
Crease: Warm Nude
Outer V: Deep Brown
Inner Corner (upper & lower lid): Aqua
Highlight Under Brow & Inner Corner: Vanilla
Bottom Lid: Sienna & Warm Taupe

Eyeliners
Upper lid & Waterline & Lower Waterline: Rimmel Scandaleyes Eyeliner in Black
My bottom lids are tattooed Black.
Mascara: Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: Park Ave Princess by Tarte
Blush: Loreal True Match Blush in Innocent Flush
Highlight:Champagne by Tarte

Lips
Liner: None
Lipstick: NYX Jumbo Lip Pencil in Pecan

Lipgloss: NYX Butter Gloss in Eclair























Monday, September 22, 2014

Mature Makeup: Green & Autumnal


For Mature Makeup you want to stay away from a lot of shimmer & stick with more matte, soft colors. Use complimentary colors for a pop if desired. The right foundation with the right finish is imperative for mature skin. Too dry a finish will cling to patches and creases and make the skin appear more tired and old. Too luminous a finish can break up around creases give an uneven appearance to the skin. Too much shimmer from color products can highlight areas you don't want highlighted! Balance, softness, and complimentary colors are key to a beautiful, fresh looking face. Be sure to have the right skin care too! That is the most important component to a beautiful makeup look.

Mary Kay Luminous Foundation in Ivory 6
Mary Kay Translucent Loose Powder

Eyebrow Pencil in Blonde

Eyes
Base: Avon Eyeshadow Base in Light Beige
All eyeshadows are Mary Kay unless otherwise mentioned.                  
Lid: Emerald
Crease: Silky Caramel
Highlight Under Brow & Inner Corner: Sweet Cream
Bottom Lid: Driftwood

Eyeliners
Upper & Lower Lid: Jordana 12 Made to Last Eyeliner in Espresso Last
(smudged with a smudger brush)

Mascara: Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: Milani Luminoso
Highlight: None

Lips
Lipstick: Mary Kay True Dimension Lipstick in Color Me Coral


Friday, September 19, 2014

Soft Cream & Natural Perfect for Back to School & the Office

 This Look is very soft & natural. It's absolutely perfect for school or work. 
I apologize for the pictures not being so clear. It was a very cloudy day! 
I think it turned out really well and I believe it will be really easy
for anyone to recreate quickly in the morning and help
you look more awake! Below will be my video tutorial on this look.
Enjoy!

Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
Base: Avon Eyeshadow Base in Light-Beige                  
Lid: Milk Chocolate
Crease: Salted Caramel
Outer V: Hazelnut
Highlight Under Brow: Milk Chocolate from crease to brow then a little Champagne Truffle just under the brow.
Inner Corner: Champagne Truffle
Bottom Lid: Hazelnut

Eyeliners
Upper lid & waterline: Jordana 12 Hour Made to Last Eyeliner in Espresso Last
Lower Waterline: Rimmel Scandaleyes in Nude
My bottom lids are tattooed Black.
Mascara: Jordana Best Lash Extreme Volumizing Mascara in Black
 
Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: Milani Luminoso
Highlight: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm

Lips
Liner: None
Lipstick: Mary Kay Creme Lipstick in Whisper

Lipgloss: NYX Buttergloss Lipgloss in Eclair














Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Matte Pink & Soft Brown


Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
Base: Avon Eyeshadow Base in Light-Beige        
All shadows are from the Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette unless otherwise noted.           
Lid: Strawberry Bon Bon
Crease: Milk Chocolate
Outer V: Semi Sweet
Highlight Under Brow: Milk Chocolate from crease to brow
Shimmer Highlight right under brow & in the inner corner: Champagne Truffle
Bottom Lid: Milk Chocolate & Strawberry Bon Bon

Eyeliners
Upper lid & Waterline: Jordana Easyliner in Coffee Bean
Lower Waterline: NYX Jumbo Pencil in Strawberry Milk
My bottom lids are tattooed Black.
Mascara: Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: Bronzer from the elf St. Lucia Contouring Blush & Bronzer Duo
Blush: Peachy Blush from the St. Lucia Duo
Highlight: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm

Lips
Liner: East End Snob by Rimmel
Lipstick: Rimmel Airy Fairy

Lipgloss: MK NouriShine Plus Lipgloss in Pink Sateen

Monday, September 15, 2014

Warm & Autumnal featuring the Maya Mia Palette


Today I'm doing a warm look using the new Maya Mia Palette by Anastasia Beverly Hills. I'm so in love with this palette! The colors are beautiful and so pigmented. 
I'm looking forward to playing with it a lot more!
Below I will have my review and tutorial video. 


Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Top: Nude, Deep Brown, Sienna, Warm Taupe, Vanilla
Bottom: Aqua, Fresh Peach, Glisten, Caramel, Gold Bar
Eyes
Base: Avon Eyeshadow Primer in Light-Beige          
     
Lid: Caramel
Crease: Fresh Peach
Outer V: Deep Brown
Highlight Under Brow: Vanilla
Inner Corner & Inner 3rd of Lid: Gold Bar
Bottom Lid: Caramel & Fresh Peach

Eyeliners
Upper lid & Waterline: Jordana 12 Hour Made to Last in Espresso Last
Bottom Lid: Rimmel Scandaleyes in Nude
My bottom lids are tattooed Black.
Mascara: Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: Milani Luminosa
Highlight: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm

Lips
Liner: NYX Lip liner pencil in 828 Ever
Lipstick: NYX Lipstick in Thalia

Lipgloss: NYX Buttergloss Lipgloss in Eclair


Friday, September 12, 2014

Purple Haze

This eye look turned out a little darker than I'd expected, but I really did
 like it. It was really pretty and the lip look was a great combo with the bolder eyes. 
 Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
Base: NYX Jumbo Pencil in Purple Velvet                  
Lid: Iridescent Purple Color from the Wet 'n Wild "I'm Feeling Retro" Trio
Crease: Milani Bella Taupe
Highlight Under Brow & Inner Corner: White Shimmer Shade the Wet 'n Wild Trio
Bottom Lid: NYX Jumbo Pencil in Purple Velvet all across & purple from the trio on the outer third

Eyeliners
Upper lid: Jordana 12 Hour Made to Last Eye liner in pencil in Charcoal Definition
Lower Waterline: Rimmel Scandaleyes Eye liner in Nude
My bottom lids are tattooed Black.
Mascara: Makeup Forever Smokey Extravagant in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: #1 Cover Girl TruBlend FixStick Concealer in Deep
#2 Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: #1 I used the Avon Color Creme Eyeshadow in Frosting
#2 e.l.f. Blush in Fuchsia Fusion
Highlight: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm



Lips
Liner: None
Lipstick: Rimmel Airy Fairy

Lipgloss: NYX Butter Gloss Lipgloss in Eclair

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Soft Pink with a Pop of Denim Blue


I recently pulled out my large Zpalette almost completely full of Mary Kay Mineral Eyeshadows and grabbed some of the colors I don't use so much. These shadows are really
pigmented, buttery, and so easy to blend. Here's one of my new favorite looks.

Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
Base: NYX Jumbo Pencil in Strawberry Milk                  
Lid: Precious Pink by Mary Kay
Crease: Golden Vanilla by Mary Kay
Outer V: Sienna by Mary Kay and then I blended it into the crease as well
Transition Shade between Upper Crease and Brow: White Lilly by Mary Kay
Highlight Under Brow: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm
Inner Corner: Limited Edition Denim Blue Color in the Garden Sky Palette by Mary Kay 
Bottom Lid: Golden Vanilla then Sienna

Eyeliners
Upper Lid & Waterline: Rimmel Scandaleyes in Black
Lower Waterline: Rimmel Scandaleyes in Light Blue
My bottom lids are tattooed Black.
Mascara: Jordana Best Lash Extreme Volumizing Mascara in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: Coral by Bobbi Brown
Highlight: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm

Lips
Liner: East End Snob by Rimmel
Lipstick: Maybelline Colorsensational Lipstick in Make Me Pink

Lipgloss: Avon Ultra Glazewear Lipgloss in Pale Peach




Monday, September 8, 2014

Ice Queen in Blue

This Week I'm going to protest Summer's soon demise by
doing some great, soft summer color looks. Of course,
this one I called "Ice Queen" because it totally
reminded me of Frozen when I looked in the mirror.
So Ode to Olaf who is a snowman that dreams of summer.
Enjoy!!

Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
Base: Jordana 12 Hour Made to Last Jumbo Eye Pencil in Eternal White                  
Lid: Inner Third, Sterling by Mary Kay; Middle, Bella Sky by Milani; Outer Third, Bella Cobalt by Milani
I applied the Milani Bella Eyes Eyeshadows with my finger.
Crease: Silky Caramel by Mary Kay
Outer V: Navy color from the Maybelline "Shocking Seas" duo. Then I blended it into the crease as well.
Highlight Under Brow: #1 Milani Highlighting Pencil in 001-I used the shimmer side just under the brow and the matte beneath that, #2 Honey Spice by Mary Kay
Highlight in Inner Corner: #1 Wet 'n Wild Color Icon Eyeliner in Sky Blue #2 Sterling by MK
Bottom Lid: See liners for bottom lid 

Eyeliners
Upper Lid: Jordana Easyliner in Blue Devine
Upper Waterline: Rimmel Scandaleyes eyeliner in Black
Lower Waterline: Rimmel Scandaleyes in Light Blue 008
My bottom lids are tattooed Black so I went over that with these liners: Wet 'n Wild Color Icon in Sky Blue & Jordana Easyliner in Blue Devine then I smoked it out a bit.
Mascara: Makeup Forever Smokey Extravagant in Black


Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: e.l.f. Blush in Fuchsia Fusion
Highlight: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm

Lips
Liner: Mary Kay Lip Liner in Clear
Lipstick: I didn't have the exact color I wanted at the time so I mixed NYX Butter Lipstick in Lollies & NYX Black Label Lipstick (I think the moisture one) in 601 Castle
But I found a great new lipstick to use for next time. It's Maybelline Colorsensational Lipstick in Make Me Pink

Lipgloss: Avon Ultra Glazewear Lipgloss is Pale Peach

Friday, September 5, 2014

Onyx & Gold


Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
Base: Beach Blonde Cream Eyeshadow by Mary Kay all over from lid to brow
Crease: Driftwood by Mary Kay for a transition color.                  
I started by using the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Black Bean in a V shape on the outer portion of the eye. Then I smudged out & softened the lines and blended into the crease as well. I also went to the lash line with the Rimmel Scandaleyes eyeliner in Black and smudged it out too. I then went over that and into the crease, sort of like I was doing a cut crease with a pencil brush and matte black eyeshadow, Coal by Mary Kay. Then I blended it out really well while still keeping the center of lid area very clean.
After I got the black nice and blended out well, I took the Loreal Silkissime Eyeliner in Gold and filled in the clean area on the lid. I went over that with a shimmer gold shadows, Creme Brulee from the Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette.
Transition from crease to just below brow: Golden Vanilla by Mary Kay 
Highlight Under Brow: Honey Spice by Mary Kay
Inner Corner: Gold Coast by Mary Kay
Bottom Lid: Coal (matte Black) and Driftwood, both by Mary Kay

Eyeliners
Upper Lid & Waterline: Rimmel Scandaleyes Eyeliner in Black
Lower Waterline: Loreal Silkissime Eyeliner in Gold
My bottom lids are tattooed Black.
Mascara: Makeup Forever Smokey Extravagant in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: Betty Lou Manier by the Balm
Highlight: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm

Lips
Liner: Mary Kay lipliner in Cinnamon
Lipstick: Mary Kay Creme Lipstick in Tanned (discontinued-matte, soft caramel brown)

Lipgloss: Mary Kay NouriShine Lipgloss in Sweet Raisin

Thursday, September 4, 2014

Acne Treatments & Prevention (Hormonal Acne Included!)

Help! I've Got Hormonal Acne!!! What do I do!?!?!?!
I was really inspired to do this blog post because I recently had a bout of hormonal acne myself. It’s been so long since acne was an issue for me I’d forgotten just how annoying and emotional a problem it can be. Growing up, I had acne like every other pre-teen and teen going through hormonal changes but by the time I was driving my skin had cleared up and I had only the occasional breakout-usually around “that time of the month.” My skin type is combo/oily with most of the oily concentrated on the “T” zone and chin area so I still have the occasional breakout but I wouldn't say that I suffer from chronic acne.  Hormonal acne plagued me around the time my period would come to visit until a few years ago when, for medical reasons, my doctor decided to suppress those times of the month. This month, however, I missed a few days of my medicine which does this and I experience a lovely outbreak of hormonal acne.  In this post I want to talk about what acne is, what treatments (products) can be used to heal acne, and also some practical steps we can take in our day to day lives to help prevent acne outbreaks. Here we go.

So what exactly is acne? Acne breakouts (blemishes) happen when a pore gets clogged which results in oil accumulated under the skin. That is the simplest explanation I can give. For a more detailed description check out this link. . Most people will deal with acne in their teen or preteen years when they go through puberty. Some people will deal with acne chronically throughout most of their lives. Sixty-three percent of acne prone women will experience what is referred to as hormonal acne around “that time of the month.” (reference on hormonal acne below)

Well, now that we know what acne is, what can we do about? There are medical treatments, both prescription and “over the counter”, to help treat breakouts as well as prevent them. Most of these come in the form of systems which work together as a team to help heal your complexion as well as prevent future breakouts. The main ingredient in most acne treatments is either salicylic acid or benzyl peroxide. Some people, for whatever reason, respond best to one or the other while others can use either or a combination of the two and have great results. Click here for benefits of Salicylic Acid vs Benzyl Peroxide

Listed below I’ll have some drugstore and high end acne system options as well as the websites explaining each one specifically so you can better choose which system may be best for you. If you find you need a little extra help or the over the counter treatments don’t seem to help your skin issues, I recommend you see a dermatologist in your area. These are doctors specially trained to treat any and all skin conditions or disease.

Beyond medical and over the counter treatments, there are several practical steps you can take to help prevent or reduce your acne breakouts. Here are some of my favorites and ones I’ve found to be helpful myself.

            1. Wash Your Face
Your skin is not only oily and possibly laden with acne bacteria, it is also catching all the dirt, dust, and pollution you encounter at any given moment during the day. If you’ve ever worn glasses think about how many times per day you have to clean your glasses. Well all of that is on your face too! Dust falls everywhere and it is not selective as to where it lands. Be sure you wash your face with a cleanser specially formulated for your specific skin type at least twice per day.

2. Oil-Absorbing Sheets
These little guys are a lifesaver to anyone with oily skin. I never leave home without them. I even keep a package of them on my makeup table. They are simply little sheets of thin paper you press on your oily skin throughout the day and they will soak all that oil up without removing your makeup. These are great for guys too. Guys probably will feel a little more comfortable with an oil-blotting sheet than any type of mattifying powder. They are available pretty much anywhere and cost as little as a few dollars. Most skin care and makeup brands carry some type of them as well.

      3. Wash Your Pillowcase
This one is so practical and makes so much sense but most people never really think of it. Pillow cases are most often made of cotton and cotton soaks up moisture. Your cotton pillow case not only soaks up the moisture in your face, it soaks up the bacteria and everything else too. Once you lay your clean face on your pillow each night, all the bacteria, sweat, and skin cells soaked up on your pillow case on the previous nights are just redeposited back onto your face. To help keep this contamination at bay, wash or change your pillow case at least once per week. I know of some girls who change it every night. While you may not want to go to such lengths, its important to keep in mind that the oilier and more acne prone your skin, the more often you will want to take this simple but extremely beneficial step.

      4. Exercise
This seems like it might be an oxymoron. I mean, if you exercise, aren’t you sweating and getting your face dirty? Well, yes, but please note suggestion #1 above. Exercise helps your skin by increasing the blood flow to your skin and thereby nourishing your skin’s cells. Click here for more info on Exercise & Acne.
On top of that, people who exercise tend to add more healthy habits to their lives, such as healthy eating , which brings me to #5.

      5. Eat healthy and limit sugar, dairy, and greasy foods
The more healthily you eat the more healthy you will be all over, including your skin. Foods high in sugar, dairy, and grease (oil) will increase your chances of acne breakouts. Add more vegetables, especially cabbage type greens (broccoli, etc) to your diet and watch your face reap the benefits just as much as your waistline!

       6. Drink more water
This goes along with the suggestion above but I thought it could also stand alone in that drinking water not only rehydrated and replenishes you, it also helps to flush out your system and cleanse you of acne-causing toxins. Drinking water instead of soda and sugary juices is a great way to help clear your complexion as well as put you on the road to a healthier you. If you have trouble with the “taste” of water (or lack thereof) try green tea or adding a flavoring to your water. Infusing your water with fruit is another great way to enhance the flavor of water and it can add extra antioxidants too.

       7. Keep your hands off your face
This one is so hard for me! I’m like the thinking man. I’ve always got my hands on my face in thought or while I’m looking at the computer. The oil, dirt, and various and sundry other grossness on your hands needs to stay off your face. Think about it, we anti-bacterialize, sanitize, wash, and air or disposable towel dry our hands to reduce germ exposure and our hands are so much tougher than our face. What on earth are we putting on our face each time we touch it!?! Yuck. Keep your hands off your face.

      8. Limit Sun Exposure
This is a good idea for several reasons. One is the risk of skin cancer. Another is to prevent acne flair ups. Sun exposure can cause your skin to dry out and if you are oil or acne prone this will cause your skin to try and make up for the lost moisture by producing extra oil. Think of it this way, if you get poked in the eye, what happens? Your eye trys to protect itself by watering excessively.  This is also what happens when oily and acne prone skin is overly dry. On top of that, most acne medications are not suitable for sun exposure and may increase your skin of burning. Make sure you use an SPF sunscreen specifically for the face when in the sun.

      9. Be mindful of your hair products.
Many times the fragrances and other ingredients found in shampoos and conditioners as well as hairsprays and other styling products do not mix well with problematic skin. Be sure to rinse your shampoos and conditioners out completely before you get out of the shower and be mindful of how you apply your hairsprays. Using all-natural hair products can reduce this risk.

      10. Exfoliate
Get the dead skin off. You don’t have to overdo it or irritate your skin further but exfoliating your face can keep those dead skin cells from settling in and clogging your pores. Once or twice a week with a gentle scrub is all it takes. Of course, if you seem to have issues with scrubs or masks, be sure to seek the advice of your dermatologist who may have some more suitable options for your specific skin type.

Well, there you go! I hope this well helpful for you and you understand what acne is and how to treat and prevent it better. If you have any questions, feel free to post them below. Feel free to leave any more suggestions in the comments below as well. I will have product links and information below. Let me know if there is a skin care subject you would like more information on and I’ll be happy to help any way I can.

Have a great day, Gorgeous!

How Your Periods Affect Acne (Article-Web MD) Click Here for Link

Mary Kay ClearProof System Information & Products Click Here for Link

The Science Behind the Mary Kay ClearProof System Click Here for Link

Mary Kay ClearProof Testimonials  Click Here for Link

Frankie’s Story Click Here for Link

Melena’s Story Click Here for Link

Mary Kay Botanical Effects for Oily Skin (All Natural)Click Here for Link

Neutrogenia (They do have complete systems available. This is a link to their acne information & product center.) Click Here for Link


Garnier Skin Care  Click Here for Link





Aveeno Acne Skin Solutions Click Here for Link







Burt’s Bees Natural Acne Solutions Click Here for Link




Burt’s Bees Hair Care Click Here for Link 






FTC Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. None of the above links are sponsored or affiliate links. However, I do receive retail profit when someone purchases from MY personal Mary Kay website. As always, if you already are being serviced by a Mary Kay consultant, PLEASE, buy from her. See the information below if you would like a Mary Kay Consultant in your local area. I am in the Triangle area of North Carolina. 

Here's the Video!!



Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Dramatic Gold with a Double Wing


This is a one brand tutorial by Mary Kay
Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
All eyeshadows are by Mary Kay unless otherwise noted
I used office tape to create a clean, sharp line. 
Base: Apricot Twist Cream Eyeshadow by Mary Kay all over the lid and just above the crease                  
Crease: Hazelnut
Lid: I started with Rose Gold then I layered Gold Coast on top.
Outer V: Epresso
Highlight Under Brow & Inner Corner: Honey Spice
Bottom Lid: First I applied Espresso by MK then I warmed it up a bit with Cinnabar by MK.
I took a smudge brush and smudged the espresso color out to make a second wing. Then I took Mary Kay's Liquid Facial Highlighting Pen in Shade 2 and filled in the the sideways V shape made by the gel eyeliner wing and the Espresso shadow wing. 

Eyeliners
Upper lid: Mary Kay Gel Eyeliner in Jet Black
Upper Waterline: Black Kohl liner
Lower Waterline: Mary Kay Gel Eyeliner in Jet Black
My bottom lids are tattooed Black. 
Mascara: Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara in Black

Lashes: Ardele 109 in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: Mary Kay Mineral Cheek Color in Shy Blush
Highlight: MK Mineral Eyeshadow in Honey Spice

Lips
Liner: Mary Kay Lip Liner in Dusty Pink
Lipstick: Mary Kay Cream Lipstick in Icy Peach
Lipgloss: Mary Kay NouriShine Lipgloss in Au Natural

Monday, September 1, 2014

So Simple Gold


This week I'm doing looks featuring Gold shadows. 
Today's Pictures are awful, I know. It was such a cloudy day and my
filming lights make me look orange. So, please, bare with me. It really was a beautiful,
simple everyday look that would be absolutely appropriate for
work or school. Even better, it's very quick to achieve!

Foundation & Primers: My Current Foundation Routine
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Eyes
Base: Amber Twist Cream Eyeshadow by Mary Kay all over the lid and just above the crease                  
Lid: Start with Gold Coast by Mary Kay (shimmery gold color)
Crease: Hazelnut by Mary Kay
Outer V: Rose Gold by Mary Kay
Highlight Under Brow & Inner Corner: Honey Spice by Mary Kay
Bottom Lid: Hazelnut 

Eyeliners
Upper Lid: Mary Kay Eyeliner in Bronze
Upper Waterline: Black Kohl
Lower Waterline: Loreal Silkissime Eyeliner in Gold
My bottom lids are tattooed Black.
Mascara: Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara in Black

Cheeks
Bronzer: Mary Kay Bronzing Powder in Light-Medium
Blush: Mary Kay Mineral Cheek Color in Golden Copper
Highlight: Mary Lou Manizer by the Balm

Lips
Liner: Mary Kay Lip liner in Dusty Pink
Lipstick: None

Lipgloss: Mary Kay NouriShine Plus Lipgloss in Fancy Nancy