Makeup By Kim Porter

Are you on Poshmark? I want to shop your closet!

Hi beauties!

I’ve joined this site called Poshmark. On there, you’re allowed to sell or trade new or used items in your closet from shoes, clothes to jewelry.  There are high-end brands, and affordable brands, too! I think there’s something for everyone.

I’ve been adding things to my closet, such as these Steve Madden Topazz pumps I barely wore.  I think I only wore them twice, a  leather jacket I’ve grown out of.  Everything is priced affordably.

$65 (Original $100) worn twice Size: 7
$65 (Original $120) worn twice
Size: 7

If you’re on PoshMark, leave the link to your closet below, so that I can follow.  Also, check out and shop my closet https://poshmark.com/closet/muskimp while you’re there. Keep an eye out because I will definitely add more items to my Poshmark closet since I’m purging and trying to make extra money.

If you’re not on Poshmark, it is simple to setup, and best of all, you can access it from your iPhone!

The short checklist below will get you started:

  • 1. Create an account. We recommend to do this through Facebook so you can discover all your friend’s closets (we will never access your account without your permission) but you have an option of doing it with just your email as well.
  • 2. Connect to your Facebook and Twitter friends who are already on Poshmark. The more people you follow, the more closets you can shop.
  • 3. Create your first listing. It’s easy, free, and you can edit it at anytime. When your item sells we have you covered with everything else, so creating a listing is really the hardest step in the selling process. And wait until you see just how easy it really is!
  • 4. Attend a Party. Posh Parties are in-app shopping and selling parties with themes, such as “Animal Prints,” “Designer Handbags,” and “Vintage Wear.” Posh Parties are a great opportunity to shop a selection of curated closets, and also the perfect time for you to promote your own listings to people within the community. Attend one to see what others are listing and feel free to share your listings to a Party. Just remember to stay in theme!

 

Disclosure:  This post was written by me, without outside influences, and is for informatory purposes only.  I was not paid for this post.  All opinions are my own, and are 100% honest.

Fragrance Fridays: Miss Dior Eau De Parfum

You know when you order from sephora, they provide you with a plethora of samples.  With my order, I received a sample of Miss Dior Eau De Parfum.  As you know I’m on the hunt for a new spring scent, and when I received this sample I was surprised at how much I liked loved it.  I’m not sure if it is the jasmine or citrus in it, which the latter makes it the perfect spring/summer scent, or if it is because it reminds me so much of  my beloved Chanel Chance (I just ran out of).  It also has one of my favorite notes, patchouli in it, too! No wonder I love it.

Miss Dior originally launched in 1947 by Christian Dior.  This is a really feminine and romantic scent.  It’s elegant  and simple, and the scent isn’t overpowering. One spray just changes my mood.  This is definitely a scent I’m going to pick up.

 

Miss Dior
ShopStyle

Speaking of scents to check out, my friend over at The Bliss List told me about Hanae Mori.  It’s funny because my other friend over at The Vixin Experience posted about it the other day, too!  I sent my husband over to Sephora to pick up a sample to see if it is something I would like for myself.  Check back to see my thoughts on it.

 

 

Hanae Mori Hanae Mori Eau de Parfum, 1.7oz

 

 

Have you tried Miss Dior or Hanae Mori? Which are your favorites?

Haul: Ben Nye Powders from Camera Ready Cosmetics

I’m slowly re-building my kit; I’m adding new things and phasing out some other products, hence the on-going blog sale I’m having.  Recently, I picked up some Ben Nye Powders, since my banana powder was getting lonely.  Seriously, I picked them up because I wanted to try the other shades, it’s an affordable, quality product, plus you get a lot of bang for your buck with the Ben Nye powders.

 

Ben Nye Powders Haul

 


I purchased the following from Camera Ready Cosmetics:

Two Ben Nye Bella Luxury Powders 3 oz ($13.99)

  1. Cameo
  2. Beige Suede

Two Ben Nye Classic Translucent Face Powders 2.85 oz ($7.99)

  1. Topaz
  2. Sienna

Two Ben Nye Mojave Luxury Powder 3 oz ($12)

  1. Nutmeg
  2. Dark Cocoa

Ben Nye Translucent Face Powder ‘Cocoa Tan’ 1.75 oz $6.00

Camera Ready Cosmetics offers a price match guarantee see here.

I used Dark Cocoa and the Banana Ben Nye Powders on my last client to high light and contour.  If you’d like me to post swatches of all of the powders, just leave a comment.

 

Speaking of the Ben Nye Banana Powder, I saw this funny meme on Instagram. OMG! It’s too funny!

 Ben Nye Banana Powder Meme

 


 

Do you own any of the Ben Nye Powders?

 

Disclosure:  These items were purchased with my own money.

 

Wedding Wednesday: Helping a Bride with Hyperpigmentation

Makeup by Kim Porter Wedding Wednesdays

 
This Wedding Wednesday post, I will go over products I used for a bridal trial I had recently.  This bride wanted a natural look with a berry lip.   As you can see from the before picture, this bride had some hyperpigmentation, and blemishes.I love using my Graftobian HD Crème Super Palette, or any cream foundation for the matter since it is buildable and easy to manipulate.  It also works for any skin type.  For this bride, I used a combination of my Graftobian HD Crème Super Palette and the new AJ Crimson CCC palette, which was used specifically for contouring and highlighting.
 
Makeup by Kim Porter Bride Trial setup

 

Eyes

UDPP

MAC Eyeshadow  ‘Amber Lights’ (lid)

MAC Eyeshadow ‘Soft Brown’ (Blending)

MAC Eyeshadow ‘Texture’ (crease)
Urban Decay Naked Palette ‘Buck’

Stila Smudge Crayon Waterproof Eye Color ‘Black’

Eldora Lashes B182 & Duo Adhesive

Eyebrows

MAC Eyeshadow ‘Espresso’

MAC Brow Gel ‘Show-Off’

 

Bride Bridal Trial Before & After

 

Face

Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation Primer

Ben Nye Banana Powder (reduce oil)*

Graftobian HD Crème Super Palette ‘Pecan’, ‘Sienna’

AJ Crimson CCC Palette  #4 (highlight)

AJ Crimson CCC Palette #7 + #8 (contour)

Ben Nye Banana Powder (highlight)

Ben Nye ‘Dark Cocoa’ Powder (Contour)

Model in a Bottle Setting Spray

 

*This bride suffered from oily skin; therefore, after applying the primer and blotting her skin with tissue once the primer set, I used a powder brush to place a light layer of Ben Nye Banana powder over the oily areas, to absorb excess oil.

 

Cheeks

MAC Blush ‘Peachy Keen’ (highlight)

NARS Blush ‘Sin’

 

Lips

MAC Lip pencil ‘Chestnut’

OCC Lip Tars ‘Butch’ + ‘Hoochie’

MAC Lipglass ‘Wrongspell’

 

When contouring and highlighting, blending is imperative to achieving a flawless, natural finish.  I used my faux beauty blender I purchased from Avon. When it was available I had only purchased two.  Now I am regretting it.  It was a steal! I’m talking $3.99 each compared to $19.95 for one.  Hopefully, Avon brings them back in another campaign, and then I will stock up!