Saturday, December 29, 2012

New Year = New You

Hey!

So A new year is almost here and now is a better time than any to change up your style. Try to be a little more daring by maybe changing your eyeliner colors. This can help you be a little more fun and daring with your look starting with a small thing and getting bigger.

Another thing you can test out is mixing patterns. This can be tough and turn out tragic if not done right. For some help look into magazines. I enjoy watching my favorite beauty gurus on Youtube for advice. Find someone who you find fun to watch and who has great tips and check into their videos every now and then.

Comment below and let us know what your New Years resolution is for 2013!

Toodles,
Emilee

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Quick Tip

Hey!

The quick tip I have today is if you want a brighter, wider looking eye take any white eyeshadow and dab it in your inner corner. I recommend using the color Linen by Maybelline. This shadow has a hint of glitter which will catch the light, resulting in the illusion of a wider and brighter eye.

I hope everyone had a very merry Christmas!

Toodles,
Emilee

Saturday, November 3, 2012

Maybelline 24hr Color Tattoo

Hey,

Today I am doing a review on the Maybelline 24hr Color Tattoo cream eyeshadows. I am absolutely in love with these. I only own two (barely beige and tough as taupe) but they are absolutely amazing. They are very pigmented and last a super long time.



Tough as Taupe is a bit darker on than it appears in the jar. With this said, I still love it! It is great under lighter frosty shadows and even by itself. I like to apply it with my finger, but i have found that the e.l.f. essential eyeliner brush. (you can purchase it at Target or by clicking here e.l.f. Cosmetics website) Even though it is a liner brush, it is only $1.00 and the flat side makes it easy to apply and pick up color. To purchase this amazing product click on the store name below that you prefer! (Links are in order from least expensive to the most expensive.)

Barely Beige is a very natural color. I prefer this one as a shadow base, but it still looks great by itself. You can honestly put any color shadow over it to lighten up your look a little. I have to say this one is my favorite out of the two, but I love both of them. This color has a hint of shimmer to it but you might not even be able to notice it. You cab apply it with your finger or with the e.l.f. eyeliner brush. I prefer my finger with this color, because it is so natural you do not have to worry about being precise. To buy this color you can you the links above. ( You cannot find this color on CVS.com)

I hope you all try these out. There are so many colors for you to choose from. I guarantee you will find one you love! Let me know what you think in the comments below. Also, let me know about any products that you would like a review on. Hope you enjoyed!

Toodles,
Emilee

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

OPI App

Hey,

For my fellow nail polish addicts I have a special tip for you. If you happen to have an ipad, iphone, itouch, etc. then you can download the free OPI polish app. If you cannot afford or do not want to buy an expensive polish, you can use the app to find a similar colored lacquer at the drugstore of your choice. Hope you enjoy this quick tip!

(P.S. Sorry there haven't been any posts lately. Been busy with school.)

Toodles,
Emilee

Monday, August 20, 2012

Sigma Beauty

Hey,

Today I am going to talk about Sigma Beauty. ( http://www.sigmabeauty.com/?Click=321456) This is a great website for any makeup gurus. They sale brushes, tools, and eyeshadow palettes. Their brushes are the best of the best. They are amazing quality, and though they are pricey, they will last you for the rest of your life!

Keep up with my blog posts to figure out promo codes. The first promo code that I have for you is SAVE2012, which will take 10% off your entire purchase through the end of August, so you must hurry! Also, If you make a purchase of over $30.00 During the month of August, through the link above, you will receive a FREE E05 eye liner brush. This is the perfect brush for liquid or gel liners. To make it even better, the brush is hot pink! I don't know about you, but I prefer my brushes being pink over black or white.

You can purchase the brushes individually starting at $9.00, or you can purchase them in a "bundle" for a discounted price, starting at $49.00. If you do so happen to purchase some brushes from Sigma and would like to do further research on them, there are numerous videos that you can watch.

If you would rather purchase a palette, then you might also want to watch a video on colors/pigmentation before you decide. their palettes start at $35.00 and go to $59.00. For those of you thinking YIKES, let me reassure you. Since there are eight eyeshadows in each palette, that that makes them $4.30 a shadow. Basically, the same price you would pay for eight single shadows at the drugstore. As you will see if you watch a few videos, these palettes are not your drugstore eyeshadows. Their palettes that are available for purchase year round contain eight shadows each. They are all three $35.00. With each palette you also get a double sided brush with a shader brush on one end and a crease brush on the other end.

If you want a neutral color palette then go for the Bare palette. You will receive creams, browns, greys, and blacks as in the picture above. You can play around with them to make the perfect everyday look! Some of the colors are matte whereas others have a little bit of shimmer to them. Makes your blue eyes pop! This palette should last you a very long time.
The picture above is the Dare palette. This is for the girl that wants to stand out. The reds, oranges, creams, and plums are bound to give you an eye catching look. This palette also gives you the choice of going more natural on some days as well. I love the color Vanish. (far right) It is such a pretty tan shade. Great for green eyed girls! Every single color will be easily used to its full potential in this palette.
This palette has to be my favorite. If you just want to have fun adding a little bit of color to your natural eye look, this is going to be your best friend! The turquoise, green, and purple colors will look great with the natural colors. This makes brown eyed girls stand out. The combination is great! This palette is irresistible.

Of course there are other limited addition palettes that come out every now and then. These palettes and brushes make FABULOUS Birthday and Christmas presents. If you purchase anything from Sigma you will definitely not be sorry! Let me know what you purchase in the comments below.

Toodles,
Emilee