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Hey, Dolls Here is a look I did last week using some of the new techniques that I learned on the Glam All-Star voyage (that post is forthcoming). It's a neutral look with a pop of Melon pigment that I won from a giveaway thanks to Sheer Beauty's blog! I haven't used Mac eye shadows in a while, so; this look features all Mac shadows. Brows -Mac Spiked brow pencil Eyes -Lorac Behind the Scenes eyeshadow primer -Mac Arena e/s as highlight color -Mac Saddle e/s as transition color -Mac Folie e/s as crease color -Mac Melon pigment on lid -Wet n Wild Fergie creme line in Little Black dress -Kara lashes #213 -Drugstore lash glue Face -Smashbox Photo Primer -La Girls Pro concealer in Fawn under eyes/face -Mac Prep + Prime highlighter pen in peach lustre around mouth -Black Opal True Color Pore Perfecting foundation in Truly Topaz -Ben Nye Dolce powder -Missy Lynn palette (the two darker brown eye shadows for my cheek contour) -Missy Lynn pale...

Hey, Dolls! Here are five products that I bought thinking that they would disappoint...but I've used them and found uses for them; and will definitely buy again. This is a mini review, so I will make this quick and to the point. 1. Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash   I've tried several cleansers for acne and none of them really did what they claim. I tried this because it was oil free but I really didn't think it would do the job. It's a really good cleanser; and after using it, my breakouts are very rare. I broke out several times a week (regularly) before using this cleanser and since using it my breakouts are months apart; and when they come they don't stay around at all...they are gone in a day or two. It's made with salicylic acid that treats breakouts and prevents new breakouts from forming.  2. Missy Lynn Eyeshadow and Baked Highlighters Palette I follow Missy Lynn on You Tube and Instagram and saw her promoting her ...

Guess who will be on vacation cruising to Jamaica and Cayman Islands while taking makeup classes from some of the most talented makeup artists in the business? Me!! ! I will be attending the first of the GLAM All-Star Voyage cruises. Sometime ago, I wrote a post on my blog about attending Alexandra Butler's makeup class a few years ago. I have been following her and the other artists on Instagram and You Tube and was very excited that they announced this makeup cruise together, earlier in the year! It's a five day cruise and classes are available to take on the cruise, at a reduced rate. I will be attending two classes by Lauren Nicely . I normally take at least a couple makeup classes a year; and since I did not attend The Makeup Show this year, I am eagerly awaiting this cruise (not to mention that I need a vacation)! My plan is to write a few posts on the classes that I'm going to take and the activities that were available for the makeup attendees when I get...

As of late, I've have been loving this foundation. I have gotten a tan, and this prompted me to buy a new foundation matching my new shade. The color that I bought is Truly Topaz and probably in the Fall/Winter I will be back to my Heavenly Honey shade. I've used Black Opal foundations before, and I figured I would give this new one a try. Read on for my thoughts. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION "Keep them guessing with picture poreless skin. This lightweight, oil-free liquid foundation seamlessly blends to provide flawless coverage with a high definition finish. Exclusive poreless technology helps minimize the appearance of enlarged pores, controls excess oil and renews skin natural radiance. Oil, fragrance and paraben-free formula. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive." PROS -Inexpensive, it's $10.95 online and retails anywhere between $12-$13 in stores. -Light to medium coverage, this is a pro for those who have relatively clear skin. -The cove...

Hey Dolls, Lately, I've been loving the matte tint lippies. They apply like a gloss but dry to a matte lipstick finish. I received the Corruptionist shade (deep amethyst) from  Cailyn  cosmetics in my # OnyxBeat  makeup bag. Like most mattes, they last all day. I only had to touch up the center of my lips after I ate lunch. . Also, in this photo; I'm wearing the new Black Opal Pore Perfecting foundation. I absolutely love it! It's my every day foundation. I'll be posting a review on it soon. With flash Without flash I've been loving the deeper purple shades. There are several dupes for this color like Mac Cyber lipstick and Nars Train Bleu matte velvet lip pencil. 

Hello Glamour Dolls, As usual, I purchased most of the items because of sales that I couldn't pass up. This will be my last haul for a while because I have a true excess of everything and I have hit my makeup bucket list. I will share with you my bucket list items later on in the post. As usual, my hauls include mini reviews. If you would like a full review on an item, leave a comment. Read on for the deets. Wink and Pout I've blogged about Kym Lee before and her own personal makeup brand and how much I like the products. Kym Lee always has a good sale. I bought two lipsticks from her and three glosses. I bought Red Bottoms lipstick, which is a burgundy-red with red sparkles. Top Row Left to Right: Empire Red and Red Bottoms Bottom Row Left to Right: G-String, Lovestruck and In Love with my Ex I also bought Empire Red (which is named after the show). Kym Lee is also Taraji P. Henson's makeup artist on the show, Empire! Incidentally, part of the proceeds o...

I bought an authentic preloved Louis Vuitton Damier Speedy bag a few months back. While I was so excited to finally get the bag and wear it, I realized (at that time of buying and when I received it) that the bag had some wear on it that could use some fixing up. After searching online, I found a blogger,  Lollipuff , who posted an article on how to refurbish LV bags. Based on the recommendations in the post, I used the following products: Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, Blue Magic Metal Polish cream (tube) and Cadillac Boot and Shine leather conditioner. I also used laundry detergent and baby wipes. All of the products used can be used on any bag to spruce it up. Read on for the deets, to see how you can spruce up your handbag! Before At first glance, the bag had some sheen on the exterior. Most of the brass fixtures had green tarnishing (which happens with aging of brass). The leather handles were dull. The bag had lost some of its shape. The inside was the kicker! The red in...