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MAC Spring Colour Forecast (preview)

February 2, 2010 by Kim S. / blog / 3 Comments

MAC releases their Spring Color Forecast in four different collections to capture the colors of the season. I’m excited about this. I will probably place my order this weekend! I already placed items from each of these collections in my cart :o)

1. Spring Colour 1 Forecast – features pink eyeshadows, pigments, lip sticks, blush, nail polish and lipglass, as well as a perfume

Eyeshadow: Rosy Outlook, Da Bling, Very Violet, LaLa

Crushed Metal Pigments: Stacked 1

Lipstick: Phlox, Bubblegum, Pink Burst, Laugh Alot

Tinted Lipglass: Culture Clash, Electric Fuschia, Hush Hush Rose

Blush Ombre: Azalea Blossom

Nail Polish: Galore Pink

2. Spring Colour 2 Forecast – is a collection of corals (eyeshadows, pigments, lip sticks, and tinted lipglass) also a perfume

Eyeshadow: Nano Gold, Straw Harvest, Perky, Hot Hot Hot

Crushed Metal Pigments: Stacked 2

Lipstick: Colour Me Coral, Victorian, Fresh Salmon, Rose Maiden

Tinted Lipglass: Cha Cha, Ember Glow, Kumquat

Blush Ombre: Ripe Peach

Nail Polish: Malibu Peach

3. Spring Colour 3 Forecast – is a collection of plum eyeshadows, pigments, lipsticks, and lipglass

Eyeshadow: Colour 3 Eyeshadow X4

Lipstick: Radiccio, Hang-Up

Tinted Lipglass: Lavender Wind, Purple Rage

Blush Ombre: Vintage Grape

Nail Polish: Imperial Splendour

4. Spring Colour 4 Forecast – features golden/amber eyeshadows, pigments, lipsticks, and lipglass
Eyeshadow: Coulour 4 Eyeshadow X4

Lipstick: Beigeland, Bronzilla

Tinted Lipglass: Almondine, Gold dust

Blush Ombre: Spring Shine

Nail Polish: Albalone Shell

Tip: Taking off eye makeup

February 2, 2010 by Kim S. / blog / 0 comments

Taking off eye makeup is extremely important especially before going to bed. It can smear and give you an unsightly look in the morning or get into your eyes and possibly cause an infection. The skin around the eye area is sensitive and all makeup should be taken off with caution.

The best way to take off eye makeup is to…

1. Soak (do not heavily saturate so that excess product leaks into your eye) a cotton ball with eye makeup remover.

***If you don’t have eye makeup remover you can opt for olive oil, baby oil, or petroleum jelly as long as you’re not allergic to either.

2. Close your eye and sit the soaked cotton ball on your closed eyelid for a few seconds to loosen the makeup. This is especially important for waterproof eye makeup sinceit makes removing the makeup 100% easier.

3. Wipe makeup off with the soaked cotton ball, but use a dry cotton ball afterward to soak up any excess product.

4. Rinse your face after eye makeup removal to get rid of any eye makeup residue. Splash your face thoroughly with water.

This is the one I use, Artistry essentials Eye & Lip Makeup Remover Price: $13.95 (Good product)

Review: Artistry Time Defiance Skincare line

February 2, 2010 by Kim S. / blog, Reviews / 4 Comments

Amway Global/Quixtar. They have a number of products ranging from health/beauty, jewelry, gift cards… the whole shebang! Their skincare line, Artistry Time Defiance, boasts to be able to “stop aging where it starts.” According to the website, this is a “premier skin care line” that provides “leading edge technology to repair and prevent the signs of premature aging.”

Some people are familiar with

I’ve used Artistry Essentials Eye & Lip Makeup Remover, which works excellently. This prompted me to try one of their cleansers (They actually have seven different cleansers.) I tried their Time Defiance Cleansing Treatment and Time Defiance Cleansing Toner. I figured it would be okay for my skin since my boyfriend uses it without a problem, and it says it’s “Good for all skin types.” Unfortunately it didn’t work out that way for me. After three days of use, my face began to break out in small, fine bumps. .:sad face:. This is the reason why I haven’t posted any FOTD’s in the past few days. I don’t want to apply any makeup until this is completely cleared up.

Product Description:

Luxurious foaming paste containing amino acid surfactants that gently and effectively removes clogging dirt and excess oil
Moisturizes
Contains HLM+ that works naturally with your skin to help rebalance moisture
Formulated with Chamomile and Licorice Root Extract that helps soothe the skin

Do I recommend?

What doesn’t work for me, may work for you. If you have sensitive skin, I’d recommend you stay away from these products.

Pro’s:

Non-drying

Moisturizing

Cons:

Not good for sensitive skin; It broke me out

Scent – it smells like fabric softener… something with perfume. This is probably the cause of the breakout. It would probably work better if it was unscented.

Price: If you are on a budget these products are not for you. Cleanser is $31 & Toner is $32.50.

Until I find something else that works well with my skin, I am going to stick with my regular skin care regimen.

FTC Discloser: Products mentioned in this post were purchased by me and I am in no way affiliated with any brands or companies mentioned.

Tip: Foundation Application – Wet Your Sponge!!!

February 1, 2010 by Kim S. / blog / 3 Comments

Wetting your sponge is especially important when applying foundation (liquid/cream) because it prevents the foundation from going on too thick; therefore, taking away the appearance of a cakey, heavily made up face.

When I say “wet” I don’t mean soak! There’s a difference. The sponge should be damp.

This is what it does:
1. It keeps the sponge from absorbing too much foundation = less product used, which saves you money.
2. It makes even the heaviest full coverage foundations and concealers go on sheer and light.