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Saturday’s FOTN – Baby Shower Edition
Saturday, February 5, 2011 was my surprise baby shower. Since we were supposedly taking my mom out to dinner for her birthday, which was the same day, I decided to make myself look a little presentable; I wasn’t feeling well, and needed to hide the sickly look. Good thing I did that because I would have looked a hot mess at my shower!
Sorry there are no up-close pictures. I can re-create the look any time if you want me to though since it’s one of my go-to neutral looks.
Eyes:
UDPP (lid to brow bone)
NYX Jumbo E/P Milk (lid to crease)
MAC Expensive Pink E/S (lid)
MAC Traxx E/S (Crease)
MAC Saddle E/S (Blend out crease color)
120 Palette Nude E/S (Brow Highlight)
MAC Golden Lariat MSF (Highlight color as brow highlight)
MAC Fluidline Blacktrack
Red Cherry #43 Lash
Brows:
MAC Chestnut L/P
MAC Embark E/S
Model in a Bottle Brow Set
FACE:
MAC Oil Control Lotion
MUFE All Mat
Graftobian HD Cream Foundation (Midnight Marigold, Sienna (contour), Deep Xanthe (under eye)
MAC MSF Natural – Dark (Set foundation)
Cheeks:
MAC MSF – Golden Lariat (Highlight, Bronzer, Blush)
Lips:
NYX Jumbo L/P – #701 Rose Brown
MAC L/P – Chestnut
MAC L/G – Kumquat
You can see more pictures from my shower HERE
What brushes do you use?
This is a question I get asked often. I do have some MAC brushes, however, the majority of my brushes are Sigma Makeup Brushes. When I first began building my kit these were recommended to me based on the quality (very similar to MAC), and the affordability of them.
10% Discount on Sigma Makeup Brushes: PEOPLE2011
Here’s my very first review on them: Sigma Makeup Brush Review
I also have their Premium Brush Kit
Synthetic Face Kit ($42) This is a set that I am waiting to try. I wonder how it compares to MAC 130 brush, which I use to flawlessly apply my foundation, and other liquid/cream products.
The brushes in this collection feature exclusive Sigmax filament, specially designed to apply powder and liquid products without absorption into the fibers. The shape, density and height of the filaments were carefully engineered to perfectly buff products onto the skin, resulting in a high definition effect.
F82 – Round Top Kabuki
The F82 Round Top Kabuki brush simplifies precise makeup application under the eyes and around the nose. This brush is also perfect for achieving flawless coverage using liquid and powder products. Synthetic Sigmax HD filament.
F80 – Flat Top Kabuki
The F80 Flat Top Kabuki brush is perfect for applying and blending liquid, cream, and powder products onto the skin. The flat surface allows perfect buffing with flawless results. Synthetic Sigmax HD filament.
F84 – Angled Top Kabuki
The F84 Angled Top Kabuki brush is the perfect brush for precise, yet blended application of products on the cheeks. It seamlessly applies cream, powder and liquid products. Synthetic Sigmax HD filament.
They also have
The new Sigma Beauty ‘Make Me Up’ collection! Their best selling professional 12 brush kit now comes in beautiful colors and inside a durable and multifunctional container! Besides protecting your brushes, this exclusive container transforms into 2 stylish brush holders!
What brushes do you use?
Have you tried Sigma brushes? If so, how do you like them?
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MAC Wonder Woman Collection Swatches (picture heavy)- Golden Lariat MSF
This evening I came home to a package from MAC. My husband didn’t tell me it came, I just found it on the bed. Shame on him!
Anyway, I was amazed to see how big the Mineralize Skinfinish was. Like it’s exceptionally larger and heavier than the other MSF’s. I knew the products in this collection were supposed to be a bit larger, but I was not expecting this. I guess that’s why it’s priced so high ($35). The packaging seems much more sturdy than the original MSF. I always had trouble with the clear top popping out on me. With this one you won’t have that since it’s made more like a compact. I think it would be cute if it had a little mirror inside though.
Below are some photos. Please let me know what you think.
