24 November 2014

CURRENT FAVORITES | NOVEMBER 2014

BUSY BUSY BUSY! Life has been so crazy lately, but first, let's share some of the things I've been loving!


BEAUTY FAVORITES
MAC Lustre Lipstick in Plumful is the perfect "my lips but better" shade, and the lustre finish is my favorite MAC lipstick finish.
ELF Mineral Face Primers in Brightening Lavender and Tone Adjusting Green don't do much in terms of their different colors, but they do make great simple primers. They sit well underneath makeup and help it to last longer.
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Dark Spot Concealer in Fair helps me cover up my freckles and dark under eye circles as well as dulling the look of my acne and scarring. Not a fan of the applicator, but the formula is really nice and light.
Clinique Moisture Surge Face Spray is a great pick me up refreshing spray. I use it to set my makeup, and it gives a nice boost to my skin as well.
Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge helps apply my makeup really nicely, leaving a smooth, even, light finish. I probably won't try the Beauty Blender, since this works really well.
Makeup Revolution 32 Eye Shadow Palette in Flawless is the perfect neutral palette for a really affordable price. This palette has everything from pale base shades to black, with finishes ranging from matte to satin to shimmer. 
Charlotte Tilbury Brow Lift in Cara D has a thick triangular shaped pencil that I prefer to tiny nibs, since I prefer to fill in my brows rather than draw individual hairs. The shade matches my dark brows and my dark hair perfectly without looking unnatural. It's pricey, but I love it.
Juicy Couture Viva la Juicy is such a refreshing scent. I've used up a sample, and while I won't be purchasing a full size just yet, I will miss it!

RANDOM FAVORITES
Forever (TV Show) is about a medical examiner who is 200+ years old and trying to figure out why he can't die. That's all I'll say, since I hate spoilers! It's such an interesting series!

Filofax Saffiano Organizer in Poppy keeps my chaotic life organized. I write down everything, and it gives me peace of mind to have some part of my life in check, ha!

LIFE UPDATES!
We're moving to California (near the Anaheim area)! I know I mentioned previously that we will be moving, but that date has been moved up crazily to February. We have less than three months to get everything in order and purge our belongings since we can't take it all over thousands of miles. I'll keep you guys posted, if you would like. So that's pretty much why it's been so quiet around here. I'm internally panicking that we don't have enough time, but I'm sure we will. It will be quite the adventure, though!

What's been going on with you all? I miss you guys!

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16 November 2014

MAC LUSTRE LIPSTICK IN PLUMFUL

MAC Lustre Lipstick in Plumful. Every day life requires an every day lipstick, and until I'd picked up Plumful, I didn't have one. Now... I'm obsessed. Seriously, I wear this lipstick almost every single day. The MAC Lustre formula is my current favorite, because the color applies softly and smoothly with a glossy finish that isn't sticky or gloopy. My lips look and feel plump, supple and moisturized. What more could you ask for, when you don't want to faff around with your makeup? 

Plumful is a pretty soft plum that leans slightly red, mimicking the natural color of my lips. This is definitely a "my lips but better" shade. The color looks much darker in the tube than how it applies, and that's due to the Lustre finish - soft and sheer. If you haven't swatched Plumful yet, I really recommend you go have a look.

MAC PLUMFUL

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12 November 2014

TARTE GLAMAZON PURE PERFORMANCE 12 HOUR LIPSTICK IN PLAYFUL

Tarte Glamazon Lipstick in Playful. I don't hear much about the Tarte lipsticks, and I'm not sure why. I've come across these beauties by taking advantage of crazy sales, and I am definitely pleased. I can't seem to find these gems anywhere online anymore, so they may have sadly been discontinued. You might be able to find them on the stands, slowly fading away. However, I know that the Tarte Butter Lipsticks are just as creamy and silky on the lips as these are, so have a look at those as well. 

Encased in a tall bamboo-inspired tube, the Glamazon lipsticks are quite easy to carry around as they are ridiculously light (lighter than your average lipstick tube) and slim. The formula is silky smooth and isn't drying at all. Wear time is average at 3-5 hours.  

TARTE GLAMAZON PURE PERFORMANCE 12 HOUR LIPSTICK PLAYFUL

Have you looked into any Tarte lipsticks? I recommend raiding the sales and gift sets. There are some excellent deals to be had! 


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05 November 2014

MARC JACOBS FRAGRANCES SET

Marc Jacobs Fragrances Set. Hey ho to another cute gift set! This time, I have the most adorable fragrance set to share with you. I posted a photo on my Instagram, and it triggered quite a bit of interest, so I decided to do a post as well. This cute little set comes with four 4ml (0.13 oz) fragrances: Daisy Eau so Fresh, Dot, Daisy, and Honey. If you're a fan of the Marc Jacobs fragrances, you will adore this set. Available at Duty Free shops ($55), make sure to take advantage of those sweet little adventures and snap this up!

MARC JACOBS FRAGRANCES SET
Marc Jacobs Fragrances
Daisy Eau So Fresh (eau de toilette) - Top notes: natural raspberry, grapefruit, pear. Middle notes: violet, wild rose, apple blossom. Bottom notes: musk, cedarwood, plum. 
Dot (eau de parfum) - Top notes: red berries, dragonfruit, honeysuckle. Middle notes: jasmine, coconut water, orange blossom. Bottom notes: vanilla, driftwood, musk.
Daisy (eau de toilette) - Top notes: violet leaves, wild strawberries. Middle notes: violet petals, jasmine bouquet. Bottom notes: musk, vanilla infusion.
Honey (eau de parfum) - Top notes: pear, juicy mandarin. Middle notes: orange blossom, peach nectar, apricot, honeysuckle. Bottom notes: honey, golden vanilla, smooth woods.

The only down side is that there is no spray in the cap. You'll need to apply this the old fashioned way - with your fingers. OR you can use an atomizer. Easy fix ;) 

Curious about size comparison? I got you right here. 

What do think about this adorable set? I know department stores carry rollerballs and spray tubes as well. :)

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