tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72982897196666300352024-02-07T12:54:45.670-05:00Nenta's FrivolityA beauty blog with a dash of fashion and flowers.Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.comBlogger483125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-32325896638901015862015-08-31T15:32:00.001-04:002015-08-31T16:02:26.494-04:00Anniversary Day at the Detroit Zoo (Lots of Pics and Videos)Last week, my husband and I celebrated our 8th wedding anniversary. We got married in the Detroit Zoo Butterfly House, so we try to go back every year on our anniversary. We had a wonderful day. It wasn't too hot and the animals were out (not hiding like they sometimes do). We also live close enough to the zoo that we can walk there, which is quite nice.<br />
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Inside the Butterfly House:<br />
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This blue morpho butterfly was quite attracted to my husband's boots.<br />
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In the aviary:<br />
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Around the zoo:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rackham Fountain -- there are bears holding up the fountain</td></tr>
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We spent a good deal of time viewing the primates:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lemurs are probably my favorite primates.</td></tr>
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<br />Sleepy big cats:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pretty tiger</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sleepy tiger</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Huge yawn</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Up for a stretch</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">More stretching</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Time to chew a bone</td></tr>
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There are lots of beautiful gardens in the zoo.<br />
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After visiting the zoo, we got some Lebanese food, took it home for dinner, and watched some Netflix shows. It was a perfect anniversary!<br />
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Thanks for reading!Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-12346299836357927012015-08-25T12:30:00.000-04:002015-08-25T12:30:03.448-04:00On This Day 8 Years Ago...I married my best friend.<br />
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<br />Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-67561847791404421702015-08-19T15:01:00.000-04:002015-08-19T15:01:18.454-04:00Face of the Day with MAKE UP FOR EVER and Charlotte TilburyAnother attention-grabbing post title. At least it's descriptive. I used my new Charlotte Tilbury goodies along with the gorgeous MAKE UP FOR EVER (aka MUFE) Nudes You Need Artist Palette. I'm really pleased with how everything came together and the final look, so prepare yourself for lots of pics. <br />
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Eyes: from the MUFE Nudes You Need Artist Palette</div>
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--- D-562 (sparkling warm taupe) all over the lid</div>
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--- S-556 (satin grey taupe) in and slightly above the crease, and on the lower lash line</div>
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--- S-102 (satin black) in the crease</div>
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--- I-528 (shimmery off-white) in the inner corner</div>
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matte cream-toned shadow from the Kat Von D Ladybird Palette (discontinued) under the brow</div>
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Kat Von D Tattoo Liner in Trooper (black liquid liner)<br />
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Perversion (black) on the waterlines<br />
Mally Volumizing Mascara<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">from left: matte shadow from the Ladybird Palette, MUFE D-562, I-528, S-556, S-102</td></tr>
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Cheeks: Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow palette</div>
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Charlotte Tilbury Cheek to Chic Blusher in Love Glow</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I used the Real Techniques Stippling Brush to apply the sculpt shade of the Bronze & Glow, and a Paula Dorf fan brush for the highlighter shade.</td></tr>
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Lips: Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Pillow Talk</div>
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Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G. Lipstick in Bitch Perfect</div>
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So, you'll notice I have my hair back and in a headband. Yeah. One of those days where I go all out with the makeup but do nothing with my hair. Please tell me I'm not the only one who does this.<br />
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P.S. I'm behind on reading all of my favorite blogs! I hope to catch up soon!</div>
Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-87993040501643154012015-08-17T15:29:00.001-04:002015-08-18T12:01:36.147-04:00Charlotte Tilbury HaulYep. I did it. I bought some Charlotte Tilbury stuff that was on my wish list. And I'm glad I did.<br />
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I bought the Filmstar Bronze & Glow, a Cheek to Chic Blusher, and a K.I.S.S.I.N.G. lipstick.<br />
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The Filmstar Bronze & Glow packaging is a as gorgeous as everyone says.<br />
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It has a little star on the corner of the mirror.<br />
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I ended up choosing the shade Love Glow for the Cheek to Chic blush, rather than Love is the Drug. I tend to be kind of heavy handed with blush, and I was afraid Love is the Drug was going to be too bright, so I opted for Love Glow which looked similar in undertone, but less bright pink.<br />
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I bought 'K.I.S.S.I.N.G' Lipstick in Bitch Perfect.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">from left: Charlotte Tilbury Cheek to Chic Blusher in Love Glow, Charlotte Tilbury Flimstar Bronze & Glow Highlight and Sculpt -- Sculpt shade and Highlight shade</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">from left: Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G. Lipstick in Bitch Perfect and Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Pillow Talk</td></tr>
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So, the Film Star Bronze & Glow is some magic stuff. The first time I put it on, I actually said out loud "holy cheekbones!" I kid you not. I have never felt that way when I use NYX Taupe blush or Too Faced Milk Chocolate bronzer (the two products I usually use to contour).<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Here's the result the first time I used the Filmstar Bronze & Glow. I may have gone a little crazy with the highlighter. I dunno. I still like how it looks. Full post on the look coming soon.</td></tr>
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If you have been considering buying the Filmstar Bronze & Glow (and, more importantly, if you have the funds), I have some advice for you. BUY IT. NOW. How's that for some obnoxious enabling?<br />
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Hey, how do you like my background for these pics?<br />
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You guys know <a href="http://nentasfrivolity.blogspot.com/2015/03/estee-lauder-pure-color-envy-shine.html" target="_blank">how obsessed I am with dragons</a>. </div>
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I couldn't come up with a witty name for this post. I wanted to do something referencing the name of the green eyeshadow (Jester), but I wasn't feeling creative enough, I guess. Ah well.<br />
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Eyes: Makeup Geek eyeshadows<br />
--- Jester (foiled olive green) all over the lid<br />
--- Peach Smoothie (matte peach) in the crease<br />
--- Cocoa Bear (matte brown) lightly in the outer corner<br />
--- Shimma Shimma (shimmery ivory) in the inner corner<br />
L'Oreal Voluminous Butterfly Mascara<br />
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Cheeks: Tom Ford Blush in Love Lust<br />
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Lips: NARS Audacious Lipstick in Brigitte<br />
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Jester is ridiculously pretty, isn't it? Unfortunately, it creases on my lids after a few hours. But, because it's so pretty, I'm willing to forgive it.<br />
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So, do you ever match your accessories to your makeup? Or do you choose accessories first? Or is it too match-y match-y for your taste?Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-67090834861823938212015-08-12T12:11:00.001-04:002015-08-13T11:13:26.430-04:00A Little Rant/RambleSo, what do you guys think of the whole Sephora Epic Rewards fiasco? <br />
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Google "Sephora Epic Rewards" and you'll see what I'm talking about. For example:<br />
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I used to work at Sephora (long time ago, and for almost 3 years), and I own stock in LVMH (Moët Hennessy ∙ Louis Vuitton S.E. -- the company that owns Sephora), so all this saddens/maddens me.<br />
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Sephora's reward program pretty much stinks at this point. It was introduced years ago (9, or so). I was actually working there when it rolled out. People complained that Sephora never had any "free gifts" or sales, and it was the expertise of the staff, generous return policy, samples of anything in the store, and the exclusive brands that kept them coming back. Well, I think Sephora listened and added a rewards program. (I can't remember when they started doing once or twice a year sales.)<br />
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Now, the rewards program is outdated and, in my opinion, needs to be revamped. <br />
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Ulta was very new when I worked at Sephora, and I think many people thought of it as a "poor man's Sephora" (geez that came out snobby). Well, Ulta started carrying the some of the same brands as Sephora (in fact Cosmedicine, which was supposedly supposed to be a Sephora exclusive brand for at least 5 years after it debuted was carried there -- before the brand disappeared never to be seen again). Ulta had a crummy rewards program at the time, too. Then Ulta started carrying higher-end brands, and revamped and updated their rewards program, and started giving what is essentially cash back ($3 for every 100 points ($100) I think, but they frequently have point mutlipliers) that can be used on any item in the store, including the higher-end brands. Ulta also seems to have more sales on higher-end stuff, and always has coupons for the drugstore stuff they carry.<br />
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Sephora, on the other hand, gives out deluxe samples (that I've heard described as free gift rejects) for every 100 points ($100). And they rarely have point multiplier sales. For 500 points, you can get a set of 4-5 deluxe samples. The 500 point rewards have definitely gotten worse over time. They often used to include a full size product, or something that wasn't for sale (I remember a YSL set with a pretty bracelet -- which I didn't get because I was hoarding my points in hopes of something better, and I now regret it). The 500 point perks have recently included a set of 4 deluxe samples of some Clinique skincare. Really? I'll go to the Clinique counter and spend $32.50 for a gift that has a full size lipstick and 5 deluxe samples. And a pretty makeup bag.<br />
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Once a year (twice this year), Sephora offers 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, and 10,000 point rewards that are pretty awesome and worth some money. The 10,000 point rewards have been trips (like to Paris), the 5,000 points often include a designer hand bag, and the 2,000 and 1,000 point rewards include several full size products.<br />
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When they advertise this event, there is always a disclaimer in tiny writing that the rewards are very limited and once they sell out, they're gone.<br />
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Well, they held the event on Monday, and didn't give any information on when the rewards would be released, so many people stayed up all night refreshing the rewards boutique page every few minutes. They finally released them at 3pm EST (well, more like 2:57 from when many people are saying), and Sephora's version of The Hunger Games started. The rewards (even the 10,000 point reward) sold out in less than 3 minutes. Now, I wasn't even trying to get any of the rewards as none of them interested me (I have accrued just over 1000 points so I didn't have as many to choose from, but the Givenchy lipstick rewards looked nice, but I knew they were colors I wouldn't wear), but I feel pretty bad for the people who were.<br />
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There were other problems with this event besides the incredibly limited stock. (I mean, how many of each did they have? 100? 50? 10? It seems like very very few, which is understandable for really high point rewards, but what about the 1,000 and 2,000 point rewards?) One of the problems seemed to be that when people were checking out as quick as possible with a reward in their basket, the reward disappeared and said it was out of stock. Even as they hit the checkout and pay button. That's not good. Some people even said their order went through with the reward still in their basket only to check later that it wasn't actually in the order. Whoa. That's really not good. <br />
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The biggest problem I have with this whole thing is the point multiplier sale they offered the week before the Epic Rewards event. It was even stated in an email from Sephora "stock up on points for the Epic Rewards" or something along those lines. They knew at that point how many of each reward they had, and that the odds of snagging one is incredibly low. That just seems wrong and kind of shady, somehow. <br />
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Now there are tons of disgruntled customers that are threatening to return everything they bought recently and never shop at Sephora again. I don't know if that will truly happen, but it just might. I wonder how many people bought a bunch of stuff last week during the point multiplier even just for the points rather than for the products, which is probably not smart on their part, but Sephora advertised that it would be possible to redeem them for something awesome. <br />
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Some people are saying that these customers are acting entitled and bratty, but I don't think they are. They spent their hard earned money with the expectation of being rewarded for shopping at Sephora. It's supposed to be a rewards and loyalty program. Not a "make your customers unhappy when they don't win the contest for the fasted internet/computer/clicking finger" program. Funnily enough, it's the people on the Sephora Beauty Talk forum who can afford to buy every Tom Ford seasonal collection (they show them off in the haul thread, or at least talk about everything they pre-ordered) that are saying people are acting entitled and bratty. I am a total lurker on the boards and have never posted anything because of they way the "regulars" treat the newcomers. They're very clique-y. (I read one comment that said something like "I'll be glad when all these newbs (Beauty Talk board newcomers that were complaining and venting about the Epic Rewards) leave BT so that our community can get back to normal." Really? "Your" community? Yeah.)<br />
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The whole thing disappoints me, and I wish that Sephora would change their rewards program. I have no idea if that will happen, because it seems like it's worked for them for so long. I saw a video of an interview with one of the marketing executives (she may have been in charge of marketing) who stated that the rewards program has been a huge success. She said the clientele of Sephora doesn't care about sales and what not, because they like the exclusivity of brands that Sephora carries. In other words, they are all rich snobs. Unfortunately, there are many places now that carry almost all the brands Sephora offers (except for Kat Von D and the Sephora house brand -- those are truly exclusive to Sephora). Nordstrom carries almost all of them (along with luxury brands like Tom Ford and Charlotte Tilbury, which Sephora does not carry). <br />
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Anyhow, I think Sephora needs to listen to their customers. It's possible there will be a greater backlash than they expect from this, and it will be an impetus for change. Who knows. Holiday collections are starting to be advertised, and Sephora does offer exclusive sets and products, so I don't know how many people will be able to resist those. <br />
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Will I stop shopping at Sephora? Probably not, although I will try to buy from Ulta the products that both stores carry. I don't have a Nordstrom card, so I don't get any extra benefit from shopping there. I do, at this point, feel like my points at Sephora will never get used. Maybe they will offer some good 500 point rewards in the near future, but I'm not counting on it.<br />
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Maybe the Epic Rewards should be a lottery instead. Or they should do it like Allure does their giveaways. "Log on at XXpm to be entered to win one of 50 1,000 point rewards."<br />
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Oh Sephora. What will we do with you? Sigh. <br />
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So, did you try to nab any of the Epic Rewards? Were you able to?Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-87642521240869611852015-08-11T15:57:00.000-04:002015-08-11T15:57:17.309-04:00Makeup Trends I Have Yet To Master<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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So, there are some beauty trends out there (I'm mainly speaking of Instagram, because runway or high fashion trends are very different) that I either can't seem to get right, or that just aren't for me. Now that I'm on Instagram, I think I'm much more aware of these "popular" trends. Many (but not all) blogs I read do more reviews and new collections coverage (which is why I read them -- for information on that kind of thing). Instagram is more single photo and brief caption friendly, so showing a makeup look that doesn't need a whole lot of explanation (except for maybe what products were used) on Instagram makes sense. (Part of me even wonders if I should start putting my face of the day posts on Instagram instead of here on the blog. Personally, I like to read blogs that feature face of the day posts, which is why I put mine here.)<br />
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Anyhow, there are a few "trends" that I see on Instagram that I have yet to master/figure out/decide if they are really for me.<br />
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<b>1) Perfectly shaped/perfectly filled in/perfectly arched/perfect brows</b> -- You probably know what I'm talking about. <br />
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Yeah, my brows will never look like that. Every time I try to fill in and shape my brows like the above tutorial shows, it looks just plain weird. I probably use too much product to try to change the shape of my brows, and they end up waaaay to thick. Furthermore, I'm not used to the way it looks. I also think the fact that I have long brow hairs (that I don't want to trim) makes it particularly difficult to do right. My brows also grow in totally different shapes from each other, and neither has a particularly strong arch. I think I have to accept my weird uneven brows and give up on really trying to reshape them.<br />
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<b>2) Contouring</b> -- I think Kim Kardashian is the most well-known contour-er, and hers does flatter her. At least in photographs. Who knows how it looks in person, right?<br />
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I do think slight contouring can bring some depth to the face, especially after applying a full coverage foundation that kind of flattens everything out, but I don't really know how to contour my face in the manner seen in the above photo. I'm never sure that my contour is in the right place or blended well enough. However, the contouring trend may be on the way out, which leads me to...<br />
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<b>3) "Strobing"</b> -- Ok. Strobing is just highlighting the high points of the face, and leaving out the dark contour.<br />
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This does look pretty. However, when I do it, I feel like either I put too much on (I'm usually heavy-handed when it comes to cheek products), or I apply it in the wrong places, or it emphasizes my skin texture too much. I've been using a fan brush with the new Becca Champagne Pop highlighter (it looked so gorgeous that I really wanted it, even though I wasn't overly excited with the Jaclyn Hill (a YouTube beauty "guru") collaboration -- I don't dislike her, but I can only stand to watch a few of her videos at a time because of all the gushing she does), and it seems to be going a little better. This is a trend I can get behind, and I think I can get pretty good at it with practice (which means using my gorgeous highlighters -- which is the best part, isn't it?), even if the name is stupid. I kind of wonder if MAC had something to do with it, just so they could sell more of their Strobe Cream. What do you think?<br />
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<b>4) Overdrawn lips</b> -- We most likely have Kylie Jenner (Kim Kardashian's little sister) to thank for this one. <br />
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Overdrawing the lips is a not new technique to make them look bigger (hello Joan Crawford), but it seems like the extent of how much lips are being overdrawn is greater. Both in the amount of liner being applied around the lips, and in the number of people doing it. When I try to do it (more just for fun, because I'm happy with my lips), it looks so goofy. It's probably another one of those trends that looks in photographs or on camera, but not so much in real life. Or I'm doing it wrong, which is totally possible.<br />
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<b>5) "Unusually" colored lip products</b> -- This is more of a trend that is just not for me. <br />
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I sound like an old fogey, I know, but I don't really want to wear blue (or green, or grey, or whatever) lipstick. It looks amazing, modern, and fashion-y, but I'm not cool enough for it. The closest I could get would be using Lipstick Queen's Hello Sailor (which is blue in the tube, but is a cool-toned berry on the lips) or Frog Prince (which is Kermit green in the tube, but transforms into a sheer light pink on the lips). I guess I'll be boring and stick to my pinks, peaches, corals, and nudes. (I don't wear red -- my husband is not fond of it, and I figure he's the one who has to look at me the most, so I don't bother wearing it. Besides, there are so many other beautiful lip colors that I love.)<br />
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<b>6) False Lashes</b> -- It seems like every "face of the day" or "eye of the day" or "makeup of the day" or tutorial post includes the use of false lashes.<br />
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I have only worn false eyelashes maybe twice in my life. One day, I wasn't planning on going out of the house, so I decided to try some. They were actually labeled "natural style" or something, but I wanted to practice using them, so I put them on, but only one eye. They felt pretty weird and heavy (which I'm sure is something you get used to). I think I didn't tuck in or stick down the inner corner well enough, because it started to lift fairly quickly. So then my husband came home, and I asked him if he noticed anything. He didn't. I told him I was wearing fake lashes on one eye, and he couldn't tell which one. I hope this doesn't come across as bragging, but I don't think I really need them. At least not the "natural" looking ones. I did wear a much bigger pair for Halloween a couple of years ago. I do want to play with false lashes more, though.<br />
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<b>7) Perfect Winged Liner </b>-- Oh how I wish I could do this. I practice and practice, but I think my eye shape just won't allow it.<br />
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I want to master this trend. Without losing my mind.<br />
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Here are some of the trends as seen on Jaclyn Hill (that YouTube celebrity I mentioned earlier):<br />
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How many of these trends have you tried/mastered? Are there any others you are interested in?<br />
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Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-80909361756967738582015-07-29T16:10:00.001-04:002015-07-29T16:10:02.623-04:00It's National Lipstick DayHey guys! Happy National Lipstick Day!<br />
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I rounded up 10 of my favorite lipsticks to show you in honor of the day. <br />
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Left Column top to bottom:<br />
--- Maybelline Color Sensational in Pink Freeze<br />
--- Clinique Pop Lip Color + Primer in Bare Pop<br />
--- Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Plump Perfect Lipstick in Perfect Blossom (discontinued)<br />
--- Lipstick Queen Let Them Eat Cake<br />
--- Maybelline Color Sensational in Strike a Rose (limited edition)<br />
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--- Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Shine in Pink Dragon<br />
--- MAC Lustre Lipstick in Viva Glam V<br />
--- Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Lovelight<br />
--- NARS Audacious Lipstick in Brigitte<br />
--- Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick in Coral Shimmer<br />
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This is definitely not a complete list of my favorite lipsticks, but I tried to narrow it down somewhat.<br />
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What are some of your favorite lipsticks?Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-2651463790949724922015-07-24T19:32:00.001-04:002015-07-24T19:32:43.763-04:00A Couple of Maybelline Fails (For Me)I don't like writing negative reviews, but I think honesty is important. Not everything out there is fantastic and beautiful and wonderful and amazing and... well, you get the idea. I tried a couple of Maybelline products recently that just did not work for me.<br />
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So, I've been looking for a tinted brow gel for the days when I'm feeling particularly lazy and don't want to bother with brow pencil, but still want a little bit of color and definition. I didn't feel like spending a bunch of money on a product that I might not use everyday (I usually just use pencil and don't bother setting my brows with gel), so I was looking at drugstore options. I color my hair red, so I was looking for an auburn shade. Maybelline just introduced a new brow mascara called "Brow Drama Sculpting Brow Mascara", and it is available in an auburn shade, so I bought one of them. <br />
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I was also intrigued by the interestingly shaped brush. <br />
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Very funky shape, right? I don't know if this is correct, but I think the end of the brush is for brushing the brow hairs up or out or something, and the skinny part of the brush is for depositing color. <br />
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Here's the problem. It is impossible to use the skinny part of the brush. I always bump the big ball on the end of the brush on the skin above my eyebrows, and end up with brow gel above my brows where it doesn't belong. I got so frustrated by it one day that I actually said out loud "this is stupid." Yeah. Due to the brush shape, this is a fail for me. <br />
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The other Maybelline product I bought recently is the Color Tattoo cream eyeshadow in Painted Purple. Admittedly, this was an impulse buy, and I didn't do my homework on it, so it's kind of my own fault. I saw it in CVS, and was really drawn to the color. I can't tell you why I didn't notice it before. I mean, it's a purple eyeshadow. How did I miss it?<br />
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Anyhow, I do like the Color Tattoo eyeshadows, so I thought this would be great. It looks so pretty in the jar.<br />
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The problem with this one? It's a patchy mess. It really sheers out into nothingness on the eyes, and if I layer it or try to build it up, it gets so patchy that it's pretty much unwearable. I attempted to use it as a base, but it made the shadows I applied over it look uneven as well. This was disappointing, to say the least.<br />
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Yeah. For me, this was a fail.<br />
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Both of these were misses for me. That's not to say they might work for someone else, but they aren't high on my recommended list of products to try.<br />
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First up is my Charlotte Tilbury lemmings:</div>
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Filmstar Bronze & Glow Face Sculpt and Highlight -- This bronzer/contour and highlighter duo seems to be universally considered the best product in her line. It looks like the bronzer/contour shade would be an excellent color for my skin tone, and the highlighter looks somewhat subtle, which would be good for me because I tend to go overboard with my highlighters.</div>
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K.I.S.S.I.N.G. Lipstick in Bitch Perfect -- I really like peachy nudes, and from swatches I've seen, it looks like this is a beautiful peachy nude. Plus the tube looks so elegant<br />
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Cheek to Chic Swish & Pop Blush in Love is the Drug -- Ah yes, the nipple blush (you're never going to unsee that). I've read that these are very finely milled, almost to the point of feeling creamy. Love is the Drug is a cool-toned pink with gold shimmer that I'm really drawn to. </div>
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NARS Lip Gloss in Baby Doll -- Described as a shimmery candy pink, this gloss looks pretty decently pigmented from the few swatches I've seen. I like the NARS lip gloss formulation (I have Supervixen from the Sephora "Bronze Bares All" set).</div>
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MAC Cremesheen Pearl Lipstick in Little Buddha -- I like the Cremesheen formula. And I like shimmery lipsticks. Little Buddha is described as a bright peachy pink. I looks like a happy sort of color.<br />
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MAC Cremesheen Glass in Floating Lotus -- Another shimmery lip gloss. This one is a "frosted soft rose". Plus, I like the name.<br />
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Kat Von D Metal Crush Eyeshadow in Iggy -- "Iridescent mermaid green" Just look at it. I mean, c'mon.<br />
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Kat Von D Metal Crush Eyeshadow in Danzig -- I love purple eyeshadows. They are probably my favorite color. And, again, the name. Pretty killer, right?<br />
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Wayne Goss Brush 02 -- My other Wayne Goss brushes are stellar. This is made from squirrel fur (the brush line claims to be cruelty-free, so I assume the fur is harvested "nicely"), and so it's got to be supremely soft, which is good for my skin (some brushes irritate my face and feel "poke-y"). The shape looks versatile, and would be good for highlighter, blush, and contouring.<br />
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This is one heck of a wish list. What's on your wish list? Or shopping list? Does your wish list ever turn into a shopping list? Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-21095677754754925532015-07-15T17:00:00.000-04:002015-07-15T17:00:51.636-04:00A Kitty UpdateI told you last week that my parents' cat Rani was missing. She had escaped when a new dryer was being delivered to their house. Everyone was worried about her, and everyone in the neighborhood was looking for her. <br />
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Well, she is now home!!!<br />
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My parents' next door neighbor spotted her running into his garage, and he quickly shut the door to keep her in there. My mom was able to coax her out of her hiding spot, pick her up, and carry her home.<br />
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She was quite thirsty and talkative. I guess she had to talk about her amazing adventure. <br />
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We are all happy and relieved that she is home, and I think she is, too!<br />
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The ASPCA says that over 70% of "displaced" cats (meaning escaped/missing) end up being reunited with their owners. If often takes over a week (Rani was missing for 10 days) for them to come home, because it takes that long for the kitty to relax enough to venture out of their hiding place. <br />
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If you ever have a pet go missing, make sure you do stuff like put up signs with photos, put a sign in front of your house, and place humane/live traps around your house baited with fish or food (well, for a kitty at least). Also, and most importantly, don't give up!!!<br />
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I want to thank everyone for all your kind words and positive thoughts. They were much appreciated!Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-63575530053360756812015-07-10T18:44:00.001-04:002015-07-10T18:52:18.035-04:00Let This Blue Shadow Take Center Stage<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey hey, everybody! I hope all is well with you guys! I've been a little bit stressed the past week or so, because one of my Mom and Dad's cats escaped from their house and has been missing since July 2. :( She's strictly an indoor cat, so we're pretty worried about her. She needs to come home, like, yesterday. They've been doing everything the experts suggest (flyers, posters, a front yard sign, humane traps around the house and neighborhood, etc.), and the ASPCA say that 70-75% of missing kitties are reunited with their families, so I have lots of hope that she will be home soon. I know there are some people who would say "it's just a cat," but our cats are family members and very important to us. We love them so much!<br />
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Anyhow, I'm really enjoying my Makeup Geek eyeshadows. So much so that I ordered a bunch more. A bunch. Yeah. (I believe they are going to arrive tomorrow.) I, of course, had to do a smoky eye with the dark blue shade called "Center Stage," which is one of the foiled eyeshadows offered by Makeup Geek. <br />
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The foiled eyeshadow are described as having "intense pigmentation & an opaque, foiled finish in just one swipe." Foiled meaning super shimmery and almost metallic.<br />
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Pretty intense, right?<br />
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I did have to use a couple of Elizabeth Arden shadows as blending shadows, because I don't (yet) have any Makeup Geek eyeshadows light enough for under the brow.<br />
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Eyes: Makeup Geek Center Stage Foiled Eyeshadow (metallic blue) on the lid and lower lash line<br />
Makeup Geek Crème Brulee Eyeshadow (matte tan) in the crease<br />
Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Eyeshadow in Sandstone (matte cream) above the crease<br />
Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Eyeshadow in Bone (matte ivory) under the brow<br />
NYX Slide-On Eyeliner in Sunrise Blue on the lower waterline<br />
L'Oreal Voluminous Butterfly Mascara<br />
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Cheeks: Sephora Sun Disk<br />
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Lips: Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheal Lip Liner in Pillow Talk</div>
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NARS Audacious Lipstick in Brigitte</div>
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Did you notice my super awesome Detroit Tigers earrings?<br />
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I expect little Rani will come home very soon. <br />
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Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-34641725096772106292015-07-04T12:45:00.000-04:002015-07-04T12:45:18.826-04:00Happy 4th of JulyTo my readers who celebrate, happy Independence Day!<br />
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I almost bought this incredibly patriotic t-shirt I found at Meijers (my grocery store of choice).<br />
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Have a safe 4th of July!Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-71152868786641511262015-07-02T16:44:00.000-04:002015-07-04T14:02:08.556-04:00First Look Using Makeup Geek EyeshadosThis is the first look I created using my new Makeup Geek eyeshadows.<br />
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I used: Makeup Geek eyeshadows:<br />
Cosmopolitan (shimmery peach) -- inner 1/2 of lid<br />
Bitten (matte burgundy) -- outer 1/2 of lid, lower lashline<br />
Crème Brulee (matte tan) -- in the crease<br />
Corrupt (matte black) -- as liner on the upper lash line<br />
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eyeliner in Perversion (black) on the waterlines<br />
L'Oreal Voluminous Butterfly Mascara<br />
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I did this a few days ago, and I didn't write down/photograph the other stuff on my face. Dangit. If I had to guess, I used Tom Ford Love Lust blush on my cheeks, Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat lip liner in Pillow Talk, and Clinique Nude Pop lipstick (just because I've been using those items very frequently). It looks like I'm wearing some shimmery lipgloss, too...<br />
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Yeah, Cosmopolitan is an amazing eyeshadow. <br />
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I hope you all are having a fantastic day!Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-37548934329118159032015-07-01T18:54:00.004-04:002015-07-10T18:49:14.189-04:00My First Makeup Geek EyeshadowsHey! Happy July! A good way to start off the month is with some haulage, right?<br />
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So, it finally happened. I jumped on the Makeup Geek bandwagon. You knew it was going to happen sooner or later. I bought a Makeup Geek blush last fall (Secret Admirer - a lavender shade), but didn't buy any eyeshadows for some inexplicable reason. Well, I finally decided I needed some.<br />
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Makeup Geek is an independently owned company based in California. It was started by Marlena, who is a YouTube beauty "guru". It seems like everybody has some of her shadows (especially peeps in the blogging/youtubing world). I'm a bit of a sucker for hyped up stuff. Yep, I'm okay admitting that.<br />
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I bought one of the exclusive Z Palettes to put my new eyeshadows in, 'cause I don't have any empty fillable type palettes, so I needed one. I think it's kind of cute, with the pink with gold sunburst pattern. Kind of art deco-y, or something.<br />
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I don't know how many shadows Makeup Geek sells (something like 80?), but I chose just 8 (!) to start with. (To start with... Tee hee!)<br />
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middle column -- Cosmopolitan, Bitten<br />
right column -- Mermaid, Center Stage, Masquerade</td></tr>
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I tried to choose shades that seem really popular, raved about, unique, and different from other shadows I already own.<br />
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Crème Brulee -- matte light tan<br />
Cocoa Bear -- matte brown<br />
Corrupt -- matte black<br />
Cosmopolitan -- shimmery peach<br />
Bitten -- matte burgundy<br />
Mermaid -- shimmery teal<br />
Center Stage (foiled) -- shimmery royal blue<br />
Masquerade (foiled) -- shimmery purple<br />
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My descriptions of the colors are terrible, so here are some swatches (no primer):<br />
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Mermaid and Cosmopolitan are rather incredible. They have the same texture as the two foiled shadows (Center Stage and Masquerade). Oddly, Corrupt, while very black, feels much drier and stiffer. Maybe the specific batch mine came from was different than others.<br />
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My favorites are Cosmopolitan, Mermaid, and Masquerade (shimmery and colorful!), as well as Bitten, which seems like an unusual shade.<br />
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I am really pleased with all of the shadows I bought. I have a few (okay, several) more I would like to purchase. Which will most likely happen soon...<br />
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Stay tuned for some looks using my new Makeup Geek eyeshadows!<br />
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Do you own any Makeup Geek eyeshadows? Any recommendations?<br />
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P.S. Having a magnetized palette is pretty fun. You can move the shadows around and make pretty designs with them. (I'm easily amused, I guess.)<br />
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Have a wonderful day, and for my Canadian friends, have a happy Canada Day!Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-10032543622211583062015-06-19T13:20:00.000-04:002015-06-19T13:20:17.880-04:00Japonesque Color Pro Performance Lipstick Shade 5 Review and SwatchesI've been meaning to write this post for months. I bought this lipstick for my birthday back in November (!), and have wanted to give you guys my thoughts on it, because there don't seem to be too many reviews out there on Japonesque lipsticks. <br />
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Japonesque says (from the Ulta website): <span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: 'Georgia W01 Regular'; font-size: 14.6666669845581px;">Color-drenched long lasting lipstick. Pigment-saturated lipstick to dress lips with intense couture color. Both light and rich, this moisturizing formula glides on to deliver stay-true color and a full-bodied finish. Exceptional comfort and a deep velvety texture. Fashion-forward hues for voluptuous lips that inspire desire. Bold color and intense creaminess create plumped, volumized lips that scream sexy.</span><br />
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Who doesn't want volumized lips that scream sexy? (Umm...)<br />
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The lipstick is packaged in a sleek black tube that has has "Japonesque" imprinted on the side, a watercolor/painted looking cap on the top, and the shade of the lipstick on the bottom. The name of the shade is only printed on the inside of the tube.<br />
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Shade 5 is a berry rose with gold and silver shimmer. <br />
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The finish of this lipstick is pretty glossy, although it's less glossy as it wears off, and the shimmer running through it adds to the dimension and sheen of the look of it.<br />
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This lipstick is niiiiiiiice. It's very creamy and lovely to apply; it lasts several hours on the lips; it feels moisturizing during wear; it delivers rich color. It has a very faint sweet scent that really requires some serious sniffing to smell. <br />
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I think Shade 5 is a color that is appropriate year-round, and would be flattering on many skin tones. <br />
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I really really like the Japonesque Pro Performance Lipstick formula, and Shade 5 is beautiful. It looks like Shade 5 is the only color with shimmer in it (I'm going by the photos on the Ulta website), so if you want to avoid the shimmer, I would check out one of the other shades, because the formula is great. (Shade 3 has kind of caught my eye.)<br />
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These are $20 USD on the Ulta website, but I've seen them on sale for $10, so you might want to keep your eyes open for a sale like that.Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-15426091526183172022015-06-18T14:59:00.000-04:002015-06-18T15:00:09.455-04:00Pink and Purple for My HusbandMy husband requested an eye look using pink and purple shades. I was happy to do one. Plus, I got to wear some fun pink earrings that kind of matched the shadows.<br />
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Eyes: Milani Powder Eyeshadow in Tickled Pink (pink with gold shimmer) on the lid (discontinued)<br />
Urban Decay eyeshadow in Woodstock (hot pink) on the lid (Tickled Pink seemed washed out)<br />
Urban Decay eyeshadow in Flash (slightly duo-chrome purple) in the crease and lower lashline<br />
Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Eyeshadow in Bone (matte ivory) under the brows<br />
Sonia Kashuk Gel Eyeliner in Ebony on the upper lash line<br />
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eyeliner in Perversion (black) on the waterlines<br />
Mally Volumizing Mascara<br />
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Cheeks: Too Faced Perfect Flush Blush in Peach Beach<br />
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Lips: Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Pillow Talk<br />
Clinique Pop Lip Colour + Primer in Nude Pop<br />
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I wasn't happy with how Tickled Pink looked (kind of non-existent, honestly), so I added a bit of Woodstock (the hot pink) over the top on the outer 2/3 of the lid. The whole eye look ended up a bit matte overall, and I was hoping for a little shimmer on the lid. Oh well. My husband liked it.<br />
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Does your significant other ever request certain makeup looks?Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-5388467976448117012015-06-17T18:01:00.001-04:002015-06-17T18:01:42.670-04:00Physicians Formula Bronze Booster Glow-Boosting Airbrushing Bronze Veil Deluxe Edition SwatchesUm, so does this bronzer have the longest name or what? Geez. C'mon Physicians Formula. Time to simplify. In any case, this bronzer is beautiful in the pan, and it looks kind of high-end to me.<br />
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<li style="font-family: latoregular; font-size: 13px; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Revolutionary Italian technology combines the best features of powder, baked and cream bronzers for the most stunning bronze glow. Delivers a skin-perfecting finish unlike any other bronzer, we had to call it "Deluxe"!</li>
<li style="font-family: latoregular; font-size: 13px; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Luxurious, light bronze veil melts into skin providing an airbrushed lit-from-within glow that looks so natural it is virtually undetectable on the skin.</li>
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I'm not sure why they think it has a "finish unlike any other bronzer," but whatever. Claims for products always have a certain amount of mumbo jumbo, right?<br />
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So, this bronzer does have an overspray, but it has quite a bit of shimmer even once the overspray is gone. Here's what it looks like after a bunch of uses:<br />
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<br />You can see this bronzer is pretty darn shimmery, so I think it works better as a highlighter. I do like the shimmery "glow" it gives me, but I like shimmery highlighters. If you don't like shimmer, I don't think this is for you.<div>
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The texture of the powder is lovely. It's very smooth and soft. It doesn't have any scent, unlike the Argan Oil blushes and bronzer. </div>
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The bad? It's kind of orange-y, so I'm not fond of how it looks when I wear it as a bronzer (where the sun naturally hits the face). </div>
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Like, I said, I like this as a warm-toned highlighter, and I think it looks best when I have a bit of a fake tan. </div>
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Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-77632946879901469852015-06-10T17:56:00.002-04:002015-06-10T17:56:59.584-04:00Affordable Face of the DayI recently did a face of the day <a href="http://nentasfrivolity.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-fancy-face-of-day.html" target="_blank">post</a> using nothing but high end/expensive stuff, so I thought I'd do one using nothing but stuff available at the drugstore. <br />
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I thought I'd try to create a "bronze goddess" look, but I don't think I quite made it there. Oh well.<br />
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Eyes: Maybelline Color Tattoo cream eyeshadow in Bad to the Bronze on the moving lid and lower lash line<br />
Brown "crease" color from the Wet'n'Wild Comfort Zone palette lightly in the crease<br />
L'Oreal Infallible Eyeshadow in Iced Latte in the inner corner<br />
Milani Liquif'Eye Metallic Eyeliner Pencil in Brown on the lower waterline<br />
Sonia Kashuk Gel Eyeliner in Ebony on the upper lash line<br />
L'Oreal Voluminous Butterfly Mascara<br />
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Brows: NYX Tame & Frame Brow Pomade in Chocolate<br />
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Face: Maybelline Dream Smooth Mousse foundation<br />
Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Air Brushing Pressed Powder SPF 30<br />
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Cheeks: Maybelline Master Hi-Light Hi-Lighting Bronzer in Light Bronze<br />
Milani Powder Blush in Flora Passion<br />
Wet'n'Wild Fergie Centerstage Collection Shimmer Palette in Rose Champagne Glow<br />
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Lips: Rimmel Exaggerate Full Color Lip Pencil in Addiction<br />
Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick in Barely Bronze (limited edition, I think)<br />
Rimmel Vinyl Bronze Mirror Shine Lipgloss (sadly discontinued)<br />
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I really like the Maybelline Dream Smooth Mousse foundation. I've repurchased it several times over the past few years. I also like the Physicians Formula Mineral Wear powder because it has SPF 30. It does have a glow-y finish, and I notice if I apply it too heavily I look a little overly shiny. <br />
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Drugstore/affordable makeup is so good these days, right? What are some of your drugstore faves?Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-56459551415194902962015-06-05T16:41:00.000-04:002015-06-05T16:41:00.624-04:00Unzip the LORAC Palette for this Look of the DayI kinda like the title of this post. Slightly witty, I think. The LORAC Unzipped Eyeshadow Palette is really really nice. The shadows are lovely to work with, and there is a nice mix of mattes and shimmers/metallics. <br />
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Eyes: from the LORAC Unzipped Eyeshadow Palette<br />
--- Unattainable (shimmery golden bronze) on the inner 1/2 of lid and lower lash line<br />
--- Uncensored (shimmery chocolate brown) on the outer 1/2 and lower lash line<br />
--- Unspoken (matte dark brown) in the crease<br />
--- Undercover (ivory) under the brow and in the inner corner<br />
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eyeliner in Perversion (black) on the waterlines<br />
Mally Beauty Volumizing Mascara<br />
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Cheeks: Tom Ford Cheek Color in Love Lust<br />
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Lips: Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Pillow Talk<br />
Clinique Pop Lip Colour + Liner in Nude Pop<br />
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Those earrings make me look cooler than I am. <br />
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Have a wonderful day, friends!Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-57283980935753308872015-06-04T16:29:00.001-04:002015-06-04T16:29:29.640-04:00Sephora Sun Disk SwatchesI spotted the Sephora Sun Disk on the Sephora website a few weeks ago. Sephora makes these limited edition extra large bronzers each year, I think. The design of this one (kind of looks like tiger stripes, right?) really drew me in. <br />
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The lighter bronze shade has some sparkle running through it, but the darker shade and the peach are matte. It's quite pigmented, and gives a little bit of a sheen to the skin.<br />
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It has a floral scent that is only smellable (how's that for a word) when the compact is open. <br />
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This is a warm-toned bronzer thanks to all the peach running through it. <br />
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Here are some swatches in natural daylight of other bronzers I have next to a swatch of the Sephora Sun Disk for comparison:<br />
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Something to note: the Sephora Sun Disk is gigantic. Here it is next to some other bronzers:<br />
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Seriously huge.<br />
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I'm really enjoying this bronzer. It warms up my skin nicely, and I think it works decently as a blush, too.<br />
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I never need to buy another bronzer. But I'm sure I will. ;)Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-83181252213677033152015-05-28T12:45:00.001-04:002015-05-28T12:53:20.546-04:00Face of the Day With a Pop of Sugar From Too FacedI used the very cute Too Faced Sugar Pop Eyeshadow Collection (aka eyeshadow palette) a couple of days ago (I posted a pic on Instagram of my eyes) -- <a href="http://www.makeup-your-mind.net/" target="_blank">Chelle's</a> <a href="http://www.makeup-your-mind.net/2015/05/challenge-week-too-faced-sugar-pop-palette/" target="_blank">post</a> is what really inspired me. I also used a boatload of bronzer. I've also been doing some self-tanning, so yeah, I have some color to my skin.<br />
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Eyes: from the Too Faced Sugar Pop eyeshadow palette<br />
--- Malted Milk Ball (sparkly brown) all over the moving lid<br />
--- Macaron (sparkly peach) in the crease<br />
--- Rock Candy (sparkly cream) under the brow<br />
--- Blackberry (matte brownish berry) in the outer v<br />
--- Blue Raspberry (shimmery aqua) on the lower lash line<br />
Pixi Endless Silky Eye Pen in True Teal (dark blue-green)<br />
Kat Von D Tattoo Eyeliner in Trooper (black) on the upper lash line<br />
Mally Volumizing Mascara<br />
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Cheeks: Sephora Sun Disk<br />
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Lips: Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Pillow Talk<br />
Too Faced Melted Metal Liquified Lipstick in Metallic Peony<br />
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Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-28595984080307964772015-05-27T12:09:00.000-04:002015-05-27T12:09:31.007-04:00A Fancy Face of the Day So, this look isn't particularly fancy, but the makeup I used is. No drugstore products used for this FotD.<br />
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Eyes: Urban Decay Anti-Aging Primer Potion<br />
from the NARS Narsissist Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow Palette<br />
--- Himalia (shimmery bronze) all over the lid and lower lash line<br />
--- Europa (peach)in the crease<br />
--- Andromeda (ivory) under the brow and in the inner corner<br />
Marc Jacobs Highliner Gel Eye Crayon in Blacquer (black) on the waterlines and upper lashes<br />
Mally Beauty Volumizing Mascara<br />
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Brows: Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz brow pencil in Auburn<br />
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Face: NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer<br />
NARS Creamy Concealer<br />
Sephora 8-Hour Mattifying Compact Fondation<br />
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Cheeks: Tarte The Sculptor Contouring Face Slenderizer<br />
Tom Ford Cheek Color in Love Lust<br />
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Lips: Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat lip pencil in Pillow Talk<br />
Marc Jacobs Love Marc Lip Gel in Have We Met?<br />
NARS Lip Gloss in Orgasm<br />
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Do you need to spend this much on makeup? Naw. But is sure is fun to wear fancy stuff.</div>
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I'm next going to do a full face of drugstore makeup, and hopefully a full face of indie makeup at some point.</div>
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Do you like to wear all your expensive makeup at once, or do you prefer a mix of high end and drugstore stuff?</div>
Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-50714652550324877212015-05-22T13:17:00.000-04:002015-05-22T13:28:07.754-04:00A Little Luxury (Haul)I bought some fancy makeup recently. <br />
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First, my little haul from Beautylish. If you are ever considering buying something from Beautylish (beautylish.com), you should totally do it. They have free 2-day shipping on orders over $35 USD. Everything was packed really carefully, and they even included a personalized note. Oh, and if you create an account, you receive a $10 off a $50 purchase promo coupon thingy.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The little bag was slightly ripped, but there was so much padding around it that there was no damage to anything.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">ColourPop's got nothin' on Beautylish, in my opinion. They knew I ordered Charlotte Tilbury stuff.</td></tr>
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So, I bought 2 Charlotte Tilbury items. One of the new "Eyes to Mesmerise" cream eyeshadows in Marie Antoinette, and the Lip Cheat lip pencil in Pillow Talk. I've been lusting after this lip pencil for quite a while.<br />
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Here are swatches:<br />
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The Eyes to Mesmerise formula is quite nice and easy to work with. It's a mousse texture that can be worn sheer or built up for a more metallic finish and greater color payoff. I've been applying it most often (I've worn it almost everyday since I got it) with a slightly fluffy synthetic brush, but fingers work well, too.<br />
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In case you were wondering if the Rimmel Exaggerate Automatic Lip Liner in East End Snob is the dupe of Pillow Talk that many people claim it is, here's a comparison photo.<br />
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East End Snob is more mauve-y. I don't think they are dupes, really.<br />
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The other and even fancier thing I purchased was a Tom Ford blush. These have been on my radar (meaning I've been drooling over them) for years. I remember when the Tom Ford Beauty line launched, and I thought "a piece of Tom Ford makeup is probably the only Tom Ford thing I'll ever be able to afford to own. And maybe not even that."<br />
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I've wanted the shade "Love Lust" more than the other shades due to the love that Christine from Temptalia gives it. (She has tons of influence in the beauty community, doesn't she? She amazes me, with her dedication. She also responds to the hundreds of comments she gets, which, again, amazes me. I get a little rush of fan girl excitement when she responds to mine.)<br />
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So, here's Love Lust (I bought this from Saks Fifth Avenue when it was 16% cash back week on Ebates, and I had received a 10% off coupon when I signed up for their email):<br />
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Love Lust is a peach that is kind of coral and kind of nude, and it has some subtle gold shimmer. Swatches:<br />
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I think Love Lust looks rather gorgeous, as it gives a lovely sheen and glow to the skin. <br />
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I recently discovered that an old friend of mine who I worked with at Sephora is now working at the Tom Ford counter at Neiman Marcus. I've got to get up my nerve (to go into Neimans) and go visit her. And buy some stuff. Tee Hee!<br />
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I'm incredibly pleased with all three of these items, even if my wallet isn't. <br />
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What's your most luxurious purchase?Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298289719666630035.post-57990637474443744062015-05-21T13:28:00.001-04:002015-05-21T13:28:43.050-04:00Sparkly Purple!One of my favorite shadows of all time is Darling Girl Cosmetics "Here's Johnny". It's a gorgeous, very sparkly purple. Whenever I wear it, I spend entirely too much time looking in the mirror with my eyes half closed admiring the beauty that it is. I never like taking it off at night! My husband also loves it, and always comments on how awesome it is when I wear it. I wore this makeup for date night last week.<br />
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Eyes: Darling Girl Cosmetics Glitter Glue on the lid and lower lash line<br />
Darling Girl Cosmetics loose shadow in Here's Johnny on the lid and lower lash line<br />
NARS Dual-Intensity Blush Duo in Fervor (the deeper shade) in the crease<br />
Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Eyeshadow in Bone (matte ivory) under the brow<br />
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On eyeliner in Perversion (black) on the waterlines<br />
Mally Volumizing Mascara<br />
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Cheeks: NARS Dual-Intensity Blush Duo in Fervor (the light peachy shade)<br />
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Lips: I can't remember. Dangit. That's a nice color.<br />
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I quite like how the warm crease color contrasts with the cool-toned purple.<br />
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Here's a blurry pic of Here's Johnny to show off the sparkle:<br />
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Gah. I love it so much!<br />
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How do you feel about sparkly colorful eyeshadow? Pretty, but not your thing? Wear the heck out of it?Ingridhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06813646662824122288noreply@blogger.com10