For brown skin beauties, contouring products can be extremely hard to come by. While brands in recent years have done well to expand their foundation shades, there is still a gap in creating shades deep enough to contour the deepest foundation shade. I’ve selected eight contouring products to help you on your search for ultimate definition because who doesn’t want snatched cheekbones!
When MAC announced the return of one of its most popular formulas, people went wild. Now as the extra dimension skinfinishes have begun a gradual re-release (slowly with Oh Darling! in 2015 and now a slew of shades in 2017), everyone is in a frenzy to get their hands on them once again. I purchased two shades, Superb (repromote) and Glow With It (new), to try out for myself. My thought? Read on below!
The queen diva Mariah Carey collaborated with MAC Cosmetics for the second time in the past year on a collection just as divalicious as she is! If the glitter & gold packaging isn’t enough for you then I’m sure the metallic shimmering shades will put that twinkle in your eye! I was able to pick up both of the collection’s highlighters in the pre-release for Devoted & Obsessed members and I’ve got swatches galore and comparison shots for you below!
This past weekend I attended The Makeup Show Dallas at the Hyatt Regency Downtown! I was blessed to be able to attend the press / blogger preview and receive a bangin’ goodie bag full of pro makeup artist James Vincent’s favorite products. If you are interested in seeing what I was gifted (+ what I purchased), keep reading!
Viseart, Kevyn Aucoin, Inglot … oh my!
I have been waiting MONTHS for The Makeup Show to come to Texas! One of the first things I looked up when I moved to Texas was the beauty conference schedule – no lie! That’s one of the benefits of this new state compared to Georgia which had very few non-industry events. I’m incredibly excited to have the opportunity to attend events like The Makeup Show that are so close to home.
I think my greige obsession from last year is slowly morphing into a purple passion! I’ve been on a serious lavender kick lately and MAC Cosmetics x Chris Chang ‘Plum Passion’ lipstick is like a greige/purple hybrid that makes my hearstrings leap for joy! Want to know exactly what I loved about it? Keep reading for more and lip swatches!Continue Reading
Just because winter is here doesn’t mean you can’t rock a nice pale pink! MAC Mehr has a subtle blue undertone which not only makes your teeth appear whiter, but the cool tones make it appropriate for cool weather. MAC, $17.
This liquid lipstick from one of my favorite indie brands, Glitter Elixirs, is the perfect mix between a drying liquid lipstick and a traditional moisturizing satin lipstick! It applies evenly and dries comfortably on the lips. This shade goes perfect with neutral eyeshadow and lots of mascara. Glitter Elixirs, $11.95.
This work appropriate beauty delivers a nice satin finish that keeps the lips moisturized throughout the day. On me, it is super close to my natural skin color. I love Bite Beauty’s formula, it is probably my favorite lipstick formula ever! Bite Beauty, $24.
Everyone needs a brick red like MAC Cosmetics Viva Glam 1! This matte formula is just rusty enough to help you transition from a fall lip to a winter lip. And, as with all Viva Glam purchases, 100% of the proceeds go towards helping people living with HIV/AIDS. MAC, $17.
My all-time favorite deep lipstick, MAC Living Legend is just intensity in a lipstick tube! The deep reddish-brown tone really makes a statement against my skintone. This shade was a limited edition release in 2014, but you can find a similar depth in NARS Train Bleu Velvet Matte Lip Pencil. Sephora, $24.
I purchased this because I saw Shaaanxo wearing it and I had to have it! It looks beautiful on a variety of different skintones and since it is a Patentpolish, application is a breeze! MAC, $20.
My most recent lipstick purchase is this deep neutral from MAC that has been constantly on my lips for about a week. It has a creme finish and offers a ‘my-lips-but-better’ finish. Check out the shade on my lips! MAC, $17.
This list wouldn’t be complete without the standout holiday shade: red! The full size Marc Jacobs Le Marc Lip Creme in ‘So Rouge’ is limited to Sephora VIB Rouge members, but if you can snag it you should! New VIB Rouge members receive a deluxe sample size of this shade and you can get one on eBay for about $10. Sephora, $30.
Christmas is coming soon so that means gift giving galore! If you aren’t ready for the holidays quite yet, I’ve got a list of items you should consider for the beauty lover in your life. These picks were all carefully curated by me as items that I have either personally tried or have heard raving reviews about. I’ve got gifts for beauty beginners, makeup addicts, and the skincare obsessed, so check it out below!
I’m not a morning person. At all.
So when I get up for work, the last thing I want to see is all my eyeshadows staring back at me saying ‘wear me today!’ I would scream and run the other way!
I’ve selected just a few of my most trusted shadows and face powders and placed them in a medium Z Palette that fits perfectly on top of my bedroom dresser so I can easily grab it and take it in my bathroom to do my makeup (ideal world) or in my work bag if I need to put on my makeup on the go (reality).
The re-release of MAC’s extra dimension skinfinishes have been causing quite the frenzy after the success of fan favorites ‘Whisper of Gilt’ & ‘Superb’ were released a few years ago. The announcement of even the slightest possibility of a ‘Whisper of Gilt’ comeback sent beauty bloggers into full on private detective mode as we all scrambled for confirmation. Even though ‘WOG’ did not reappear, MAC blessed highlight aficionados with ‘Oh, Darling’ and ‘Shaft of Gold’ and I am not complaining one bit! Read more to find out why!Continue Reading
One of my friends (hayyyyy Fox!) asked me to recreate a look by the absolutely stunning @laeldivine so of course I had to use my brand new highlight in ‘Shaft of Gold’ by MAC.
Shaft of Gold (with flash)
Here are the detailed makeup deets for this entire look if you are looking for something rustic and fall-ish!
