Tuesday, February 18, 2014

BEAUTY: DIY Tinted Moisturizer

I do love a good foundation and flawless application. Very glamourous, smooth looking skin.
But there are days when you just don't want to go through all the steps to get there. Plus the possibility of a heavy face.
Sometimes you just want the light feeling of moisturizer...with coverage? Is it possible?
This is where products like BB creams, CC creams, tinted moisturizers come in. Light versions of foundation. Meant to improve and protect your skin, as well as keep it's natural look and coloring. 
This is also why these products don't come in as many colors and shades. They are meant to be just enough coverage, to allow your natural color to come through. 
The down side to this (in my opinion) is it is hard to get a color that is close enough. That doesn't look chalky and artificial
After searching high and low, only finding a high end and out of my price range solution, I have decided to be resourceful and mix my own. 
It was super simple! Here's how I did it.

All you need is :


  • A moisturizer
  • A full coverage foundation
I also used a BB cream. It was the deepest shade at my drugstore but it was still to light for me. So I added it in as well. That way I am using up the product and it's not a waste of money. 

Also determine how much coverage you want. If you want light coverage, use more moisturizer. Medium, use equal parts. And more full coverage, use more foundation. 

I wanted medium. I just mixed equal parts moisturizer, BB cream, and foundation in my container. 

   


It didn't combine it completely but just enough. Then I dotted it on my face and blended it out like I would my normal foundation.


It turned out beautifully. Medium coverage and a light-weight feel.





Let me know if you try it and how it works for you!
As always, thanks for reading!


Nicole







Monday, February 10, 2014

Valentine Bombshell Makeup Tutorial [+ GIVEAWAY]

Doing anything special for Valentine's Day?
Whether your going out with your love or chilling with friends, you can still look BOMB!
So here is my my bombshell-valentine look, inspired by my favorite Covergirl's new Bombshell Collection.





Hope you enjoyed the look, Now time for the giveaway.
A $100 Walmart giftcard! Oh YEA! You know you want it, lol.

To enter follow rules below.
This giveaway is sponsored by Covergirl.
Must be 18 years or older to enter [or have parental consent for give out your address].
Must be a U.S. resident.
Once contacted, must reply within 48 hours or a new winner will be picked.

The Rules:

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Giveaway will run from now [February 10th] to 11:59 est February 28th.
The winner will be pick randomly using rafflecopter and announced the next day at 8 am est.
I will post the winner on my blog & in the description box of the video.
If you have any questions or comments, leave them below, I would love to hear from you!


GIVEAWAY CLOSED! THANKS FOR ALL WHO ENTERED!

FTC Disclaimer: The Walmart gift card and information have been provided by CoverGirl.

As always, thanks for watching & reading!


Nicole


Sunday, February 9, 2014

REVIEW: Covergirl Bombshell Liquid Liner

Covergirl Bombshell Liquid Liner


I purchased this last week and haven't stopped using it. This liquid liner by Covergirl is part of their new Bombshell line. It is very small and, because of its size, it is super easy to use. I have used it for a cat-eye, winged liner, and just to tight line my upper lash line. In my opinion, this is a super versatile product. Here is some more info...

Product Information [provided by Covergirl]:

COVERGIRL Bombshell Intensity Liner
Bombshell eyes can be intense – and your liner should live up to the look.
- Intensity Liner is a precision felt tip pen with a smooth formula that glides on for a little or a lot of deep, dark sexy.
- The longwear liner is available in two shades, Pitch Black Passion and Chocolate Kiss - both providing liquid intensity for 24 hours of sexy Bombshell eyes.

My Thoughts:

This is now my go-to liner! Easy to use. Pitch black color. Lasting power. Everything you need in a liquid liner. Give it a try and let me know how you like it.

Make sure you subscribe to my blog, I have a giveaway coming up. Win a $100 gift card, sponsored by Covergirl.


Giveaway coming on February 10th.

As always, thanks for reading!


Nicole





FTC: The Walmart gift card and information have been provided by CoverGirl.

Friday, February 7, 2014

REVIEW: Covergirl Bombshell Volume by LashBlast Mascara

COVERGIRL Bombshell Volume by LashBlast™ Mascara





Bombshell Collection Information [provided by Covergirl]:

Taking cues from the new wave of bombshell beauty, with sexy starlets gracing magazine covers and lingerie-inspired looks on the runways, women are craving beauty tools that will help them stand out and feel sexy. So obsessed with achieving an over-the-top lash look, many women are “cocktailing” multiple mascaras, applying several different formulas to achieve the desired volume and definition.

Bombshell Volume mascara is now the best-selling CoverGirl product at Walmart*! This entirely new mascara experience, unlike any other two-step offering available, features a first-of-its-kind Boost System that has two brushes and two formulas for MEGA VOLUME and DRAMATIC INTENSITY. It’s time to take lashes way beyond big. Shades: Very Black, Black, Black/Brown and Brown

- Step 1: Extreme volume basecoat that loads on the volume with a big brush and mega-volumizing formula to thicken lashes; the result is volume that’s even and clump-free

- Step 2: Dark, intensifying topcoat that seals the look with a dark, smooth finish; the proprietary micro-thin lacquer offers maximum impact and lasting power in just one coat.


My Thoughts:

This is a great long, lasting mascara. I love how the mascara does run or smudge throughout the day. It also lasted all day. My favorite part of this product is the pushed look is similar to falsies. Thick and dark lashes. I purchased the product in Very Black and enjoy using it very much. My only dislike is it is hard to remove but eventually comes off after a good face soak.

I recommend this product for anyone that likes thick mascara with long lasting power. 
Make sure you subscribe to my blog, I have a giveaway coming up. Win a $100 gift card, sponsored by Covergirl.

FTC: The Walmart gift card and information have been provided by CoverGirl.
Giveaway coming on February 10th.


As always, thanks for reading!


Nicole




Excuse my large forehead & nose, lol

Thursday, February 6, 2014

REVIEW: Covergirl Bombshell ShineShadow

Covergirl ShineShadow




My Thoughts:

The color I got was platinum club. A deep silver shiny shadow. This shadow can be wore alone or on top of a shadow. I fell in love with this product from first use. I love shimmer colors on my lid so I knew this would gain my favor. I also love how you can build up the intensity of the shine. From a dusting of shimmer to a heavy shine. 
I definitely recommend this shineshadow to add some extra glitz and glam to your look. 

Product Claim [per website]:

Transform your eyes into bombshell sexy. Each shiny or shimmery Bombshell ShineShadow by LashBlast contains reflective pigments so your eyes dazzle when light hits your face.

I did both a daytime and nighttime look with this cream shadow. To me, it is a very versatile product. 
Make sure you subscribe to my blog, I have a giveaway coming up. Win a $100 gift card, sponsored by Covergirl.

FTC: The Walmart gift card and information have been provided by CoverGirl.
Giveaway coming on February 10th.

As always, thanks for reading!


Nicole