Saturday MOTD: Sick with a Red Lip

Hi!

I hope you're all enjoying your weekend! Unfortunately I got the flu so I've been sick in bed these past few days. I managed to pull myself together to bring my daughter to another birthday party for a family friend on Saturday. I tried uploading this post yesterday but I couldn't figure out how to upload photos from my phone (so simple yet so difficult)....

Here is my MOTD! 

 

Because I'm sick, I decided to throw on some red lipstick to make myself feel better! I don't wear red lips all that often because I really have to be in the mood for it. However, since the release of MAC's Retro Matte collection, I thought I should get some good use out of all the bold lipsticks I decided to hoard buy! (See what I bought from the collection here)

If you're interested in seeing more pictures of my MOTD as well as a list of products used on my face, then keep reading!

First Impression: Garnier Skin Renew Dark Spot Treatment Mask

Hello again!

I wanted to write a quick first impression post on the new Garnier Skin Renew Dark Spot Treatment Mask ($19.99 CDN for 6 masks), which beauty bloggers have been raving about since it was released a couple months back. I have been interested in trying this product ever since I saw it in stores, but honestly didn't want to spend the $19.99 CDN for them. I decided that I would wait until they were on sale to try them out, so when I saw them at Rexall Pharma Plus for $14.99 I thought I would pick them up! (These masks are still currently on sale until tomorrow, September 26th if you're interested in picking them up at 25% off) 

Garnier Skin Renew Dark Spot Treatment Mask ($19.99 CDN for 6 masks)

 Individually wrapped mask (1 of 6)  

According to Garnier, the Skin Renew Dark Treatment Mask is a 10-minute intensive treatment tissue mask which promises revitalized and more luminous skin, as well as hydration and dark spot correction. 

Garnier claims that this 10-minute tissue mask:

• Deeply hydrates for 24 hours
• Boosts radiance 
• Smoothes & revitalizes

They also claim that each mask contains a 1/2 bottle* of hydrating serum (*Based on a 30ml bottle, therefore containing 15ml of serum per mask)

If you would like to read more about Garnier's claims as well as my first impression after trying it, please keep reading! 

MOTD: Everyday Neutral Eye (Fall Inspired)

Hello again!

Hope you all had a relaxing weekend!

I just wanted to post a quick MOTD of a simple eye look I saw on Instagram using only 2 eyeshadows!  Most of the products used are by MAC, but the look is simple enough to switch up with colours of your own!

If you want to see more photos and a list of products used, then please keep reading!

Must Have Products Volume 1: All About Brows

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Today's blog post will be dedicated to eyebrows! Over the past few months, I have become more aware of my barely-there brows, and have made more of an effort to fill them in. After all, eyebrows frame your face and can honestly make or break a makeup look. They just bring everything together and help your makeup stand out more in my opinion. 

Different Brow Styles using Anastasia Brow Pencil & Powder (left, middle) and MAC Dipdown (right) 

After having tried and tested various eyebrow products and after switching up my routine a bit, I have discovered certain eyebrow products that I can't live without! If you would like to know more, then keep reading!

MAC Retro Matte Collection for Fall 2013

Hi ladies! 

As promised, I have another quick blog post for you today on MAC's most recent collection. MAC launched the MAC Retro Matte Collection for Fall 2013 last Thursday, September 12th in stores, and I had the chance to pick up a few items.

MAC Retro Matte Collection for Fall 2013 (promo image)

According to MAC, "Inspired by Ruby Woo's overwhelming popularity and one-of-a-kind texture, MAC introduces new bold shades in its 'Reteo Matte' finish. Eye-catching colours like Dangerous and All Fired Up create a look that's fiercely feminine. MAC also premieres Pro Longwear Lip Pencils in a vibrant colour palette, giving this long-lasting and transfer-proof pencil an exhilarating makeover" 

I must say, I own Ruby Woo and it is a fantastic lipstick formula! It doesn't appear to be as drying as most matte lipsticks, and it is so incredibly vibrant and bold. Needless to say, I was excited to hear that MAC would be launching 7 new colours, with some of them being permanent! Below is a list of shades that MAC released with this collection:

MAC Retro Matte Lipstick ($18 CDN for 3 grams)

- Steady Going - light pink (limited)
- Runway Hit - nude (limited)
- Dangerous - orange-red (permanent)
- Relentlessly Red - bright coral-red (permanent)
- All Fired Up - bright fuchsia-red (permanent)
- Flat Out Fabulous - bright plum (permanent)
- Ruby Woo - bright blue-red (permanent)
- Fixed on Drama - deep wine (limited) 

MAC Pro Longwear Lip Pencil ($23.00 CDN for 1.2 grams)

- In Anticipation - soft pink (repromote) 
- Staunchly Stylish - nude-pink (repromote)
- Shock Value - bright pink (repromote)
- Dynamo - bright coral red (permanent)
- High Energy - bright orange-red (permanent)
- Trust in Red - bright red (permanent)
- More to Love - blue-pink (repromote)
- Fashion Boost - bright purple (limited)

Sephora Haul: Too Faced Pretty Rebel Palette, Nars Bellissima Eyeshadow Duo, Etc.

Hello again! 

I have been meaning to upload this post for a while now! I recently went to Sephora and picked up a couple of items that I have been lusting over...

The first item is something that I have been interested in since I saw photos of it on Instagram! It is the Too Faced Pretty Rebel Palette ($54 CDN for 15 grams) 

Too Faced Cosmetics launched this palette with their Pretty Rebel Collection for Fall 2013 near the end of August, and I have been wanting to purchase it since! I have been holding off because I didn't want to spend the $54.00 CDN for a colourful palette that I may not get much use out of (I am a neutral eyeshadow girl at heart). However, I had a change of heart the moment that I swatched it in store! 

The packaging is without a doubt gorgeous, but the eyeshadows themselves are SO incredibly pigmented and buttery! I couldn't resist! If you haven't got the chance to swatch this palette in store, I urge you to do so immediately! Also keep in mind that this palette is limited edition, so if you're interested in it, I would get it while it lasts. 

The palette comes with a total of 10 full sized eyeshadows (each shadow contains 1.5 grams of product) which Too Faced describes as "10 after-hours approved (and all new) shadows in the deepest jewel tones, the most badass metallics and one scene-stealing pink" I had trouble photographing the swatches of this product, but be sure to check out the always amazing Temptalia for additional photos, swatches, and possible dupes! 

MOTD: Wedding Guest

Hello Everyone!

I just wanted to post a quick MOTD (Makeup of the Day)! I went to a wedding yesterday for an old friend of mine and I was seeing a bunch people I haven't seen in forever, so I wanted to look and feel extra special! 

I got my hair done at a salon in the mall that I work at, and she did an amazing job! My hair usually never holds a curl but I woke up this morning and it still looked perfect! When I was at my MAC counter the other day, they suggested that I get my makeup done there so I decided to just for fun! Below are a few photos of the makeup look the MUA did. 

Small MAC Haul: MAC Pro Longwear Collection for Fall 2013

Hi!

I stopped by MAC the other day to check out the new MAC Pro Longwear Collection for Fall 2013, which includes Pro Longwear foundations and concealers in new shade additions, as well as Pro Longwear Paint Pots and Eyeliners that I believe will be permanent! *I use MAC's Pro Longwear Concealer on a daily basis (it is my favourite under-eye concealer of ALL time, it is amazing and I have repurchased it over and over again) I wear shade NW15 FYI...

MAC released 12 Pro Longwear Paint Pots in total, 5 of which are brand new shades! I was most excited about these because I own a few (and LOVE) them as eyeshadow bases (that can also be used as stand-alone cream eyeshadows) According to the MAC website, 

"Pro Longwear Paint Pots deliver highly dimensional colour with a luxurious finish while Pro Longwear Eye Liner defines eyes with a dense water-resistant formula that glides on comfortably and stays for 12 hours, in seven new shades from eggplant to brilliant sheer gold"








Below are a list of all 12 shades (with descriptions), taken from Temptalia 

MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pots ($24 CDN for 5 grams)

• Chrome Angel - Platinum silver
• Let's Skate - Pale pink with pearl (repromote)
• Perky - Cream coral with white pearl (repromote)
• Rubenesque - Golden peach with gold pearl (repromote)
• Layin' Low - Creamy beige (repromote)
• Clearwater - Sea foam
• Antique Diamond - Frosted olive silver (repromote)
• Camel Coat - Muted beige
• Tailor Grey - Muted grey
• Stormy Pink - Muted grey purple 
• Constructivist - Metallic brown with red pearl (repromote)
• Blackground - Black grey with multi-colour (repromote)

Benefit Haul: New Benefit Products for Fall 2013

Hello again!

Today I wanted to share my excitement for the new Benefit products that vloggers/bloggers have been lusting over for weeks! ..... If you guessed "Rockateur" you're right!

Ever since I saw posts about it on instagram, I've been trying to get my hands on this lovely rose-gold blush that seriously rocks! I believe that this blush launched at the beginning of September at Sephora. Because I work in a mall, I was stalking the Benefit section of Sephora every day until I found it! (a little excessive, I know)

And here she is! 

Benefit Rockateur Blush ($36.00 CDN for 5.0 grams)

Beautiful rose gold blush with shimmery overlay & "Rock" imprint, included brush