Top 5: Dark Lipsticks for Fall

Hello again,

As you probably know, I've been meaning to write about my Favourite Fall Lipsticks for some time now. I have been holding off on writing this post because I keep finding new lipsticks that I think would be perfect for the fall season, but of course I have to try them first! 

Lipsticks (L-R):Wet N' Wild Cherry Bomb, MAC Media,
MAC Talk That Talk, Urban Decay Venom, YSL Violet Edition 

After doing some research and going through my current collection, I have compiled a list of my top 5 dark lipsticks for fall:

1. Wet N' Wild's Cherry Bomb
2. MAC's Media
3. MAC's Talk That Talk
4. Urban Decay's Venom
5. YSL's Violet Edition

Lipsticks (L-R):Wet N' Wild Cherry Bomb, MAC Media,
MAC Talk That Talk, Urban Decay Venom, YSL Violet Edition 

If you're interested in hearing more about these shades, then keep reading!

Massive Buffalo Beauty Haul!

Hello Gorgeous!

If you can't already tell from the title of this post, I went to Buffalo! I usually try to cross the border every year around this time (Canadian Thanksgiving)  because of all the amazing deals happening on Columbus Day in the States! We usually try to stay at least 48 hours in order to fulfill the $800 personal exemption limit that we are allowed. However, due to scheduling, we decided to stay for only 1 night (which allows us an exemption of $200 for 24 hours FYI). 

Because we were only going to be staying 1 night, I made a list of all of the places that were worth going to (Outlets, Walden Galleria, U.S. Drugstores), but I was most excited about going to ULTA considering we don't have one here in Canada. For those of you who don't know, ULTA is an awesome beauty store that sells both drugstore and high-end beauty products (Sort of like a Shopper's Drug Mart meets Sephora, but a million times better IMO) 

If you're interested in seeing what I picked up, as well as the crazy/unfair price comparisons between Canada and the U.S.A, then keep reading! 

September 2013 Favourites

Hi!!

I know I am a little late on this post, but better late than never right? I am so excited to be writing about my monthly favourites for the month of September! Monthly favourite videos are some of the best videos to watch on Youtube, because bloggers always talk about the coolest products! I love making wishlists of all the new products people are raving about to remind myself to check them out in stores. 

September 2013 Favourites

I have found myself switching up the products in my makeup routine lately, so thought that I should talk about them. I have been using a mix of both drugstore and high-end products this month, so there should be something for everyone in this post! 

If you would like to know more about the products I have been loving for the month of September, then keep reading! 

Haul: Riri Hearts MAC Fall 2013 Collection

Hello beautiful ladies! 

I wanted to get this post up ASAP for good reason! As most of you may know, the world's favourite bad gal Rihanna paired up with MAC to launch a series of collections showcasing some all new and limited MAC products. Sadly, the last two collections have both been online only (which was a huge hassle and disappointment to many customers) This release however (which I believe will be part 3 of 4) was released both in stores and online. 

There was some slight confusion as to what the release dates were (the online release took place on September 30th at 12:00 P.M.) and was released in free-standing stores last week (September 26th). However, it didn't arrive at counters until yesterday, October 3rd! 

Items are selling out crazy fast, so if this collection is something that interests you, I suggest you run to your local counter to grab something while you can! (FYI, when I swatched the eyeshadow palettes in store, I was actually quite impressed with the pigmentation of them if you're willing to spend the $52.50 CDN for them) I also LOVE the #35 lashes (which were also repromoted in the Marilyn collection) and i'm pretty sure you can still find these in stores

If you're interested in seeing what I picked up, please keep reading! 

MOTD: MAC Fall 2013 Trends

Welcome back! 

Sorry that I've been M.I.A for a few days...I'm still feeling sick and it's especially hard to write blog posts feeling like this. I also started a training position at work this week so I've been a little busy. I am still working on my September Favourites and hope to have them up by tomorrow. For now, I have another MOTD for you all using all MAC products. 

If you're interested in this look, keep reading for a list of products used! 

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!

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

Hello again!


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)

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)