Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Sally Hansen Peptide Lip Smoother

Sally Hansen Peptide Lip Smoother is skincare for the lips. 


The Peptide Lip Smoother is a breakthrough lip treatment that instantly moisturizes and renews the lips.   It claims moisturize the lips by 128%!

Review: Sally Hansen Lip Primer

Sometimes in the colder months I notice that my lips can chap and appear flaky after applying lip products.  I also notice that the color I apply doesn't last as long as it should on my less than perfectly moisturized lips.  If you suffer from the same things I have good news!  Sally Hansen came up with a product that will help you in your struggles, and it is called the Plumping Lip Primer.


The Plumping Lip Primer looks a lot like a chapstick due to it's twist up tube, but it is far more complex than that!  It is an invisible primer that plumps the lips, smooths out lines, as well as keeps your lipstick or gloss lasting longer.  

The Beauty Blogazons Roundup for January 27


Beauty Blog Coalition Weekly Roundup January 27



  • Confessions of a Sarcastic Mom: Check out Destany's review of Nail Candy pens...one of the most inventive things to happen to Confessions of a Sarcastic Mom!
  • Blushing Noir: The Chanel Raffinement Quadra Eye Shadow is anything but boring! This palette will be your new Spring staple!
  • BeautyTidbits: Harshleen swatches and reviews the new Maybelline Color Whisper Lipsticks.
  • Portrait of Mai: Missed out on IMATS LA 2013? Check out this recap of all the booths and some of the brand new releases from Sigma Makeup and Sugarpill Cosmetics
  • Lola's Secret Beauty Blog: Lola's Secret Beauty Blog loves the entire vbeaute skincare line, and therefore wasn't surprised by how effective their Lite Up Intense Brightening Agent proved to be!
  • Emily Hudspeth, hair design and makeup artist: Quick and Easy 2 Ingredient DIY Sugar Scrub. Great for Dry Lips!
  • Beauty by Miss L: Miss L reviewed Lavera Basis Sensitive Organic hand cream.
  • TheFabZilla: Love coffee and tea? they're culprit to teeth stains. Remember, if you're not whitening you're yellowing. Will Crest 3D White Strips be the answer?
  • Beauty Info Zone: Beauty Info Zone puts Revlon Colorstay Suede Lipstick to the test. Was it a pass or fail?
  • Beauty Professor: Forever a foundation fiend, the Beauty Professor swatches and reviews Dolce & Gabbana's Perfect Finish Creamy Foundation!
  • Polarbelle: Sally Beauty has the Fingerpaints Candy Coated Collection nail polishes and caviar nail beads that is perfect for springtime!
  • Endless Summer: Elena reviews Estee Lauder Lash Primer Plus and mascaras, and shows how they look on her lashes.
  • Painted Ladies: Sheila from Painted Ladies works a bold, red lip with purple and silver eyes in 365 Days of Makeup.
  • Lipgloss Break: Angela reviews KISS Nail Dress nail stickers.
  • My Newest Addiction Beauty Blog: Laura from My Newest Addiction Beauty Blog shares her review on the Laura Mercier Creme Eye Liners in Indigo and Espresso.
  • Pammy Blogs Beauty: The MAC Matters "Build a Core Collection with $21 a Month" Continues! Check out what Pammy Blogs Beauty got in January for the challenge!
  • Sunday, January 27, 2013

    Urban Decay Oz The Great and Powerful: Glinda and Theodora

    Have you seen these great new Urban Decay palettes?  Oz The Great and Powerful is a Disney movie coming out very soon and Urban Decay is asking, "Which witch are you?"  There is a Glinda and Theodora palette.  


    The color palettes for the two witches are very interesting and very specific.  Theodora is played by Mila Kunis in the movie, where Glinda is played by Michelle Williams.  You can see how the palettes compliment them very well.  

    Sunday Extra: Pink Peacock iPhone Case

    A few days ago I was craving a blingy new iPhone case.  There was an accessory sale at my local Dillard's so I took advantage.  This one called my name.  It was pink, blingy-licious, and had a gorgeous peacock on it.


    This case was originally $60 or something crazy like that (and I would never pay that much) but it was marked down to a little over $20 which is my standard price for a cover.  Turns out it isn't only pretty, but also very functional.  I find that the peacock actually added a decent amount of grip to the phone itself.  

    I don't know if all stores will carry these, nor do I remember what the brand was...  If you have a Dillard's nearby then get in there and see what there is left.  The display was extremely picked over by the time I got to it!  


    What have you done lately to beautify your phone?



    Saturday, January 26, 2013

    Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colors: Orchid and Sugar Frost

    Eyes are a focus this season and I want to share with swatches of the Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colors in Orchid and Sugar Frost.


    "Inspired by Laura Mercier's cult classic Caviar Eye Liner, Caviar Stick Eye Colour offers a new technique to enhance the smoky eye look. In a range of eight beautiful shades, this creamy formula provides endless options for a flawless smoky eye. Each convenient stick is long-wearing, transfer- and crease-resistant. The colour glides onto lids and blends easily with a rich colour payoff."

    Wednesday, January 23, 2013

    Laura Mercier Creme Eye Liner: Indigo and Espresso

    I am an eyeliner fanatic.  I can't tell you how many liners I actually have in my stash... Most are probably unopened back ups.  It is the one thing that I always feel the need to have more and more of... I recently discovered the Laura Mercier Creme Eye Liners and I have the shades Indigo and Espresso to show!


    "An ultra-smooth, water-proof creamy eye liner that applies with the ease and smooth silky finish of a gel and the precision of a liquid liner. Smudge and transfer-resistant, this long-wearing formula goes on “foolproof” with the Laura Mercier Angled Eye Liner Brush."

    Tuesday, January 22, 2013

    New York Color Cosmetics Applelicious Glossy Lip Balm

    I am a big, BIG fan of lip balms so this post is exciting for me to share.  New York Color Cosmetics (or NYC, for the more common name) just came out with the Applelicious Glossy Lip Balms.  There are 10 shades and I have 3 to show you today.


    I love a multi-tasking product and these adorable lip balms are not only moisturizing but they pack in really nice color and shine.

    Sunday, January 20, 2013

    Top 12 of 2012

    The "Top 12 of 2012" tag has been going around... or maybe I should say that it already went around but I never got around to it UNTIL NOW!  This tag is rounding up my favorite beauty products of 2012.  I knew what I wanted to have in my top favorites, I just never had the time to sit and post them.  I am currently watching Once Upon a Time while veg-ing out on my bed so I decided to snap pics where I sit.  


    I am not grouping these favorites in any particular order, but I am clustering them together with similar products.  First up are actual makeup items.

    Project Runway All Stars Finale Winning Look


     Although I am sad the season has come to end, I'm excited to share the last great look from the finale of Lifetime’s Project Runway All-Stars with hostsupermodel Carolyn Murphy, alongside series judges Isaac Mizrahi, Georgina Chapman and mentor Joanna Coles, new Editor-in-Chief ofCosmopolitan. Liv Tyler and Margherita Missoni served as this week’s guest judges.  

    Saturday, January 19, 2013

    Sigma Beauty Paris Palette

    Sigma Beauty has a limited edition makeup palette called "Paris".  Sigma had a handful of their top affiliates fly to Paris, France to gather inspiration to create this palette.  It was released months and months ago, but I just got my hands on it and I wanted to share with you my review, swatches, and a Get Ready With Me video using it.

    Wednesday, January 16, 2013

    Dior Addict Lip Polish in 001 Radiance Expert

    Nothing says kissable like a nice glossy lip.  I have discovered the amazing Dior Addict Lip Polish and the one I have is in 001 - Radiance Expert.  

    Goody QuikStyle Paddle Brush

    I have had the pleasure of reviewing the Goody QuikStyle Paddle Brush for the last couple weeks and I must report that I am very pleased.  

    Tuesday, January 15, 2013

    Get Ready With Me: Naked 2


    Hello everyone!  I am attempting to do more and more videos and I am just getting the hang of actually making a couple videos to flex my movie-making-muscles!  Hope you enjoy!  Thanks for watching!

    Monday, January 14, 2013

    Jules Wrap

    Do you feel like you are constantly in the car?  Do you ever find that seat belts ruin your nice clothes?  If that is of no concern to you, don't you want to beautify your vehicle?  Jules Wrap is the "Ultimate Seat Belt Sleeve".

    Giondo Massi Casella de Serpente Beauty Bag

    Giondo Massi is hosting a giveaway on their Facebook page and it ends today.  I want show you all my photos of the magnificent Casella de Serpente Beauty Bag so you can get over to the giveaway and enter to win 1 of 10.  

    Deborah Lippmann Mermaid's Dream Dupe: Urban Outfitters Sea Dust

    I am a huge fan of many Deborah Lippmann polishes, but I often wont spring for them.  They are highly duplicated by many more affordable brands so I like to sit back and collect those.  I was strolling through Urban Outfitters a few weeks back and I sifted through the nail polish bins as I always do.  Most of the time I don't find anything interesting or unique, but this go round I found a nail polish called Sea Dust which is the DL dupe for Mermaid's Dream.

    Sunday, January 13, 2013

    Dresses of the Golden Globes 2013

    I noticed when I was watching the Red Carpet arrivals there were lots of nude colored dresses and they all really were my favorites.  I am not going to go in any particular order of favoritism but I am going to try to keep it in order by color.  I didn't include everyone, just some of my favorite dresses.  

    Maria Menounos wore a beautiful sequined gown.  I have to admit, this one may honestly be my favorite.  It totally fits my style.  Simple but classy.

    Smashbox Blush Rush in Radiance

    Sometimes all you need to look more alive is a good bright blush.  Have you ever had those days where you feel like you look dull, washed out, and just flat out boring?  I find that the remedy for me is to add a nice blush.  One that I often pick up for a refreshed look is the Smashbox Blush Rush in Radiance.  

    Saturday, January 12, 2013

    Wet n Wild Fergie Centerstage Collection: Rose Champagne Glow

    I mentioned last week that I picked up a lipstick from the Wet n Wild Fergie Centerstage collection, but I also picked up one other item that I wanted to show you.  Rose Champagne Glow is a beautiful highlighter that I think most people can enjoy.

    Wednesday, January 9, 2013

    Date Night Makeup: Simple Eyes, Red Lips.

    I was going out to dinner with the hubs the other night and I wanted to play with some new items I recently picked up.  I used the Maybelline Rocket mascara and the L'Oreal Colour Caresse in Endless Red.  I also used It Cosmetics Rose Glow blush.

    Conair Impressions Detangle & Style

    There is one tool that MOST of us use daily.  It is also not often replaced when it probably should be.  What I am talking about is your hair brush.  I want to show you the Conair Impressions Detangle & Style hairbrush.

    Tuesday, January 8, 2013

    L'Oreal Colour Caresse Gloss Stain

    Lip products aren't usually the items I hoard, but recently there have been so many absolutely great high end dupes FLOODING the drugstores.  I am not a fan of spending a ton of money on high end lip products so when there are dupes I will almost always spring for them.  L'Oreal Colour Caresse Gloss Stains are said to be dupes for the YSL Glossy Stains.  I have none of the YSLs but I am loving the L'Oreal glosses.  

    Sunday, January 6, 2013

    Wet n Wild Fergie Centerstage Collection: Perfect Pout Lipstick in Ferguson Crest Cabernet

    When I heard that Wet n Wild released a Fergie Collection I kept my eyes peeled for the display in my local stores.  You must imagine my excitement when I found an entirely full display at my local Walgreens.  

    Julep Maven January 2013

    I received my Julep Maven January 2013 box a few days ago!  I am loving the items in this box and I can't wait to share photos of the products I received.

    Saturday, January 5, 2013

    Conair InfinitiPro Steam Waver

    When it comes to hair-dos I am always wanting something new without a major commitment so I typically rely on hot tools to be able to create something fun and different.  Conair recently came out with the InfinitiPro Steam Waver and it is so much fun to use.

    Friday, January 4, 2013

    The Beauty Blogazons Roundup for 1/4


    Influenster Holiday 2012 Vox Box

    I recently received the latest Vox Box from Influenster and it is the Holiday 2012 box.  I wanted to share with you all the goodies inside!

    Wednesday, January 2, 2013

    Get Ready With Me! Quick, easy makeup!

    Keeping true to my New Year's Beauty Resolutions I am attempting to make more videos.  I just filmed this video this morning and then busted my you-know-what to edit it down to post it for you all!  :)  I am so excited to be doing videos and hopefully I will be able to do so many more than before. 


    The makeup I did today was my typical "office makeup".  I was getting ready for work this morning and decided to film myself doing it.  Very simple to do, nothing tricky about it.  Hope you like it!


    Products Used:
    Shu Uemura Stage Performer
    Bare Minerals Ready Foundation in Medium Beige
    Estee Lauder DoubleWear concealer
    Bare Minerals Mineral Veil
    Bare Minerals Bronzer in The Skinny Dip
    It Cosmetics Blush in Rose Glow
    Illamasqua Medium Pencil (used on brows)
    Maybelline Color Tattoo in Barely Branded
    Maybelline Whisper in Mocha Muse
    discontinued skintoned liner for waterline
    Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Curl & Lengthen



    Thanks for watching!  Be on the lookout for another video very, very soon! ;)


    Tuesday, January 1, 2013

    It Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores and Heavenly Luxe Powder Brush Review

    Translucent powders are all over the place but there are few that can do all of the great things that It Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores can!  

    2013 Beauty Resolutions

    Last month I got a little behind in my blogging due to the photo challenge I put together.  This month I want to incorporate my photo challenge on my blog.  Hopefully you will enjoy that since there will be a little something extra everyday.  And hopefully that will lead me to actually follow through with my challenge.  :)


    My resolutions for 2013 are really simple.  

    1.) Drinking more water has a lot of benefits.  I am actually a person that loves water but I also love teas and lemonades, etc... I am going to make a conscious effort to actually drink lots of water everyday.  

    2.)  Treat my skin regularly.  That is a quite broad statement but I meant it that way.  I want to thoroughly cleanse my skin twice a day, do moisturizing treatments, incorporate a special night cream, treat my oily skin, etc...  I want to actually make my skin a priority in 2013. 

    3.)  Wear more color.  You all know I am a neutrals girl.  I want to really throw caution to the wind and wear color on my face!  Not just lips.  I have some ideas and my job at Bare Minerals will help encourage this resolution.

    4.)  Make more videos!!! I know most of you are happy to hear that one.  I get terribly busy and don't have a lot of time to film but I want filming videos to become a priority as well this year.  My husband gave me a MacBook Pro for Christmas and I asked for it because I enjoy using iMovie.  My recent videos have lacked in quality due to filming on my phone.  I have been filming on my phone BECAUSE of the ease of editing with iMovie on it.  I am going to do more!  I promise!

    Happy New Year, my loves!!!  Tell me your beauty related resolutions in the comments below.  I am very interested!



    January Beauty Photo A Day Challenge

    Last month I started a Photo A Day challenge that is beauty related on Instagram.  It was fairly successful so I decided to do it again this month.  For any of you that are Instagram Users, I would love it you took part in it.  Some of it is sharing what you love and other days it will be discovering something new and creative about yourself.  Either way, it is beautiful! 


    Here is the day by day guide.  Let me know if you have any questions.  



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