Get The Look: Top 8 Contouring Eyeshadows for Brown Girls

Ok, so it’s really nine, but who’s counting when you are sorting eyeshadows!? Below, I’ve listed by top eye contouring shades for brown girls. I’ve yet to come across a palette that has everything I need so I’m forced to provide you with shades from a handful of different brands (NYX Cosmetics, Looxi Beauty, Makeup Geek Cosmetics, MAC Cosmetics) to bring you eye contouring combinations for warm, neutral, and cool skin
undertones.

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Review: Younique Moodstruck Opulence Lipstick ‘Swanky’

Fall is here! Time to put away those pastel purples and hot pinks lips in favor of brick red and vampy purples. I’m excited because we are entering my favorite time of year and I can’t be ready enough for all the fall makeup looks coming at me from left and right! As you transition your makeup, I’ve got a color that will go perfectly with that Pumpkin Spice Latte (‘PSL’ for all us addicts!) in your hand. Keep reading to see more pics!

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Review: Younique Moodstruck Addiction Shadow Palette 3

All eyeshadows are not created equal and for that reason, some of you might be hesitant to try products from a new brand. However, sometimes it’s good to switch up your daily routine and see what other makeup products dot the horizon. That’s exactly what I decided to do with my latest review. And let me tell you, I was blown away with the Moodstruck Addiction Shadow Palette 3. Read on to find out why!

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Review: DupeThat Highlighters ‘You Dew You’ & ‘You Glow Girl’

Boy, have I got a treat for you all! The lovely ladies of DupeThat are set to release a duo of highlighters in October and they graciously sent me both to test out and share with you all. If you keep reading, I’ll share some of my tips on making a cool toned highlighter work on deep skin as well as a ton of pictures of both ‘You Dew You’ & ‘You Glow, Girl!’.

I cannot even begin to explain to your guys how I felt when DupeThat contacted me and asked me if I would like to test and review their highlighters pre-launch! In my head I was thinking, “UH … DUH! Yes I want to smear your highlight all over my face!”

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Review: Looxi Beauty Shadows ‘Nirvana’, ‘Georgia On My Mind’, ‘Pennywise’, ‘Pharaoh’, ‘Latte’

If you haven’t been able to tell so far, Looxi Beauty has become an obsession of mine. Their shimmer shadows are just on another level. They offer gorgeous pigmentation at an incredible price with great customer service. Not sure what else I could ask for! I’ve purchased a few more shadows to review for you guys this time around. Read on for more!

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Review: Looxi Beauty Highlight ‘Divine’

Stick your finger in a Looxi Beauty shadow or highlight and it’s like you have just pinched off a tiny bit of a cloud. Too dramatic? Sorry, not sorry! The formula is so soft even the lightest touch of your brush will pick up more than enough product to keep you glowing all day. I recently received one of their newest highlighters in ‘Divine’ and it is truly, divine. Keep reading to find out more!

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First Impression: Too Faced Vegas Nay Stardust Palette 

Too Faced Cosmetics teamed up with social media sensation Vegas Nay to create a custom eyeshadow palette exclusive to the Too Faced website and Ulta Cosmetics (both online & in-stores). If you are a makeup lover and have not been introduced to Vegas Nay, I hate to tell you, but you’ve been living under a rock! With over 6 million Instagram followers, this beauty enthusiast knows her stuff and this palette is no exception!

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