Showing posts with label makeup. Show all posts
Showing posts with label makeup. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Mini Haul: Lux & Budget Buys


I went to my local mall the other day with the intent on just picking up a YSL lipstick, however things rarely happen how we think they will. The outcome was rather tame, as I did find some good budget buys at Target and Urban Outfitters. 

From left to right: 
Urban Outfitters Nail polish in Bohemian Summer and Bandeau.
Boots Foundation Stay Perfect in shade 30, Almond. 
YSL Rouge Volupté Shine in shade 9, Nude in Private.
Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter in shade 095, Crème Brulee. 
Nars Eyeshadow Duo, limited edition shade, Paramaribo. 



 Below are some swatches and first impressions. 

Thursday, August 8, 2013

Beauty Review: Dior Diorskin Forever Flawless Perfection Wear Makeup


What it is: A liquid foundation with an SPF 25.

What it does: Creates a flawless face whilst also adjusting to your skin type, to give you, a ultra smooth face that last all day.

How much does it cost and where can i get it: It is available in 12 shades online at Sephora. It is also available in most department stores such as Bloomingdales, Macy's, Nordstorm and on amazon. It retails for $47.

How I feel about it: As far as foundation go, i've tired a lot of them, whether they be high street ones or luxury ones. One thing they all have in common however, is that they fail in comparison to this foundation. This is my go to foundation when i want my skin to look flawless and perfect the whole night. If i have a breakout or my skin has just been all around bad, once i put this on, its as if i have perfect skin. I constantly get complements that my skin looks great.  This foundation is extremely long wearing on me, and i have oily to combination skin. In the summer this adjust to more matte texture whilst in the winter when my skin goes dry this is more moisturizing. I do believe that this adjust to your skin type and because of that this is a great year round foundation. This blends nicely whether you use a brush, your hand or a beauty blender. My only complaint is that their shades tend to be a bit on the pinky side. 

Getting down to the point: This is my all time favorite foundation, even if i find something new, i always go back to this. It covers well, is not cake, last all day, smells divine and the packaging is pretty. I would recommended this to everyone, better yet get to your local beauty counter pick it up, and im sure you'll love it swell. 





Wednesday, July 31, 2013

The Vacation Series: What Makeup & Skincare I Pack




As this post is going up I will be hundreds of feet in the sky on my way to Colorado.  I thought I would share what i would be taking with me on my trip as i have become a bit of a expert on packing. I will be in Colorado for 10 days and so I am only taking hand luggage, and nothing will be checked. Of course this does purpose certain problem like how am i gonna pack enough clothing and what makeup is gonna fit in my little quart zip loc bag. It can be done however.

My carry on bag is the LeSportsac large weekender, which is the perfect size and although it looks small fits alot. I packed 10 outfits, two hiking outfits, two pairs of heels, two pairs of sandals as well as a pair of sneakers. What didn't fit in my carryon i put in my Louis Vuitton Neverfull. This included my Rebecca Minkoff mini mac, my makeup, my liquids bag, my tablet, my camera and my neck pillow. This is my perfect airport bag as it is easy access to all my things and there is no need to zip and un zip to get ahold of things, also its massive and fits a lot of crap in there. Anyways down below is all my beauty products and skincare products i am bringing.