My Favorite Liquid Foundations for 2011

As the new year is approaching here is a list of my favorite foundations I have purchased for 2011 and so far my list hasn't changed. I love these foundations because they work for me, since I have dry sensitive skin I tend to go for foundations that are more dewy instead of matte but if I do buy a matte foundation just out of not knowing it was a matte texture. I would use my Hard Candy Sheer Envy Skin Perfecting Primer and the foundation goes on a lot smoother and doesn't feel drying. Please keep mind not all foundations work the same for everyone.

 1.I really love this foundation for its not there feeling. It feels like I am not wearing foundation at all. This is a light and can build to medium coverage but I like it for those days I don't feel like wearing foundation but have to. This foundation has a scent of cucumber, if you don't like cucumber scent your not gonna like this one.

2.Almay Line Smoothing Makeup SPF 15 # 220 Neutral

I don't have a pic but this is my favorite foundation its similar to the CoverGirl natureluxe it feels natural and both foundations have cucumber ingredient to make the skin feel refreshed. Everytime I put on this foundation I feel cool and refreshed and I like how its dewy and its medium to full coverage it can build to full coverage.

 3.This foundation is intended for people with dry skin, I really like this foundation it leaves my skin looking nice and I like the coverage on this foundation it doesn't feel drying on my face. It blends easily and using a flat top kabuki brush it looks even better.

 4.This foundation is becoming a favorite of mine. This foundation is a creme foundation it blends nicely and creme foundations tend to look better when taking photos which it really does. Its a dewy foundation

its anti aging which is great for women who are 25 and older. I really like my foundations to have SPF to help protect against sun damage. This foundation is light to medium coverage.

5. I really like this foundation it blends nicely and its also an anti aging foundation. I wouldn't say it gives great coverage but it gives you more of a concentrated coverage. If your looking for a full coverage foundation this isn't the one but it goes great on my skin it gives me a healthy looking appearance. Plus I like the ingredients in this foundation.

6.Maybelline New York Fit Me foundation SPF 18 #225 Medium Buff

This foundation was everywhere on T.v  commercials on every woman's magazine this foundation was all the hype when it first came out. Tempted to buy this foundation its pitch was a natural looking coverage with gel and pigments not weighing your skin down but making it feel light with the sense of feeling like your not wearing foundation. This is light to medium coverage this isn't full coverage. Its dewy which is for people with dry skin.

 7.Now this foundation I bought on a whim I didn't know it was more of a matte texture until I saw reviews on YouTube that this foundation is for women that have oily skin. Its a pretty expensive foundation for drugstore. I use this with a face primer and I pretty much love the texture, it blends effortlessly. For women with oily skin its great, for women with dry skin please use a face primer because it can be drying. 

 8.This foundation is a liquid mousse texture giving you an airbrushed finish. Now this foundation will not give you the illusion of an airbrushed look but it will leave you with an even coverage, its a light to medium coverage. I really like this foundation it leaves my skin looking nice. It blends evenly!!

 9.This foundation is said to be one of CoverGirl #1 selling foundations. I tried it without a face primer well it covers really well even covers my imperfections but it started drying me up in my nose area. Then I figured it does have a matte texture. This foundation will not settle into fine lines and wrinkles which can be the reason it feels matte. This foundation does not give a dewy feel which is great for women with oily skin, women with dry skin it will be drying, wear a face primer, makeup will go on smoothly and it won't be as drying. It is an anti aging foundation with a moisturizer. Coverage is medium to full.

10.This foundation is supposed to be an exact match of your skin tone. Which eliminates the process of trying to find a foundation that is an exact match of your skin tone and being disappointed that the foundation ended up   too light or too dark. It makes the process quick and easy. I choose medium it isn't the best drugstore foundation out there. Its nice it doesn't feel cakey. It comes out white and turns to a medium shade. It has a cool concept, if your a beginner in makeup and want to try something not so intimidating this is good for that. Comes in shades light & medium from what I have seen in stores.

Sally Girl Sparkle Effects Loose Glitter

Last week I had purchased Sally Girl Sparkle Effects Loose Glitters, you can find them at any Sally Beauty Supply Store. Thanks to stephbusta on YouTube I saw she rocked a purple eyeshadow/glitter New Years look. I was curious to see how these glitters work. I have never used glitter over eyeshadow before and I wanted to give it a try and it's really not that complicated to do. I went into Sally Beauty Supply Store, And purchased 5 different color glitters. And I rocked the gold glitter called Gold Digger on my Christmas Eve makeup look and I really like these glitters. Reasons are the price, for .99 cents each you can't go wrong, Also it will make your eyes look so glam/glitzy. With these glitters you also have to pick up the Sally Girl Sparkle Effects Gel Adhesive also .99 cents to adhere your glitter on top of your eyelid to prevent glitter getting all over your face. If you cannot find the gel adhesive any clear lipgloss, clear eyelash glue will do anything clear with a sticky base will do. These glitters are not very fine but for the price it's pretty good and I don't mind it cause for .99 cents you can't beat it.

I recommend these glitters for your eyes, Sally Girl does have a few more colors to choose from these were my favorites! I still want to buy 3 more colors : )

Lavish Lavender

Fuchsia Licous

Gold Digger

Blue Lagoon

Midnight Blue

 This is the gel adhesive you get to place the glitter on top of your eyeshadow to make your eyes sparkle just one warning is that even with this adhesive there will be some fall out regardless but if you don't mind that than it's all good.  Tip if you don't want fall out during the process of placing the glitter on your eyelid just put on your foundation/powder after, start with your eyes first then foundation afterward. Placing the amount of glitter you want on your eyelid to place glitter you can use your finger or I used e.l.f eyeliner brush. You can remove fall out with a makeup remover wipe. Removing the glitter is not hard just remove with any eye makeup remover or makeup remover wipes.

 Here I am wearing gold eyeshadow, using a gold eyeshadow base will help to bring out the color more, then I placed Gold Digger on top of my eyeshadow to give me that sparkly eye look. When to wear glitters I would suggest wearing them out on a night of clubbing or a date night. And the holidays especially New Years is coming up and I will be doing a sparkly eye look again.

Top picture I am wearing Gold Digger, bottom picture I am wearing Midnight Blue.

Bling Out Storage Drawers

 What was on my Christmas list I really wanted to get the Sterilite 5 Drawers you can find at Wal-Mart for around $9.00. I got exactly what I wanted, Needed more storage to store my makeup collection has gotten a little bit bigger, no longer had enough space and these drawers really came in handy, Now I have more space in my vanity drawer. Now you can take inspiration if you like, what I did is blinged out the front of the drawers with these Acrylic Jewels Peel & Stick which you can also find in the craft section in Wal-Mart each packet cost around $2.97 each, a little expensive for jewels but they are worth it because it saves you a lot of time and gets the process done a lot quicker. They have more acrylic jewel designs but I choose the butterflies & flowers to bling out my drawers. I had a lot of fun putting on the jewels and I loved the outcome.

My Christmas Eve Makeup Look

I haven't posted in a long while and here is my holiday look I wore for Christmas Eve. I will list products I have used and pics. I really loved the turn out of his look. I have been inspired by videos of some beauty You Tube guru's and decided to go for a gold eyeshadow on my eyelid and a dark brown in the crease. And to give my eyes more pop I used gold glitter on my eyelid over the gold eyeshadow and topped it off with my L.A. Colors Peal Metallic Eyeliner in Black Pearl & false eyelashes, And for my lips I used a berry color and my look was complete. I really had a fun time doing my makeup.

Face

Hard Candy Sheer Envy Skin Perfecting Face Primer

Hard Candy Glamoflauge Heavy Duty Concealer in Tan

Revlon Age Defying with DNA Advantage SPF 20 #15 in Tender Beige

NYC Colorwheel Mosaic Face Powder in Mocha Glow

Covergirl Cheekers Blush #65 RSE SLK

Eyebrows

NYC Kohl brow/Eyeliner Pencil #992 Dark Brown

e.l.f. Wet Gloss Lash & Brow Clear Mascara

Eyes

NYC Smooth Skin Liquid Concealer 787 Medium 

Profusion Makeup Kit 01 Item #2919 I used the Gold Eyeshadow Color

L.A Colors Jumbo Eyepencil in CP406 Spring

L.A Colors Eyeliner& Eyeshadow Dual Pencil to line my eyes

Maybelline Master Drama Cream Pencil 400 MidNight Master on my water line

L.A Colors Pearl Metallic Liquid Eyeliner in BLE22 Black Pear

Almay One Coat Dial Up Mascara in black

Kiss Premium Eyelashes 55610 KPL07

Sally Girl Sparkle Effects Loose Glitter in 388601 Gold Digger

Sally Girl Sparkle Effects Gel Adhesive for Glitter

Lips

OraLabs Extra Moisture SPF 15 Lip Balm

e essance LipLiner 05 Soft Berry

Profusion Colorbook lipGloss in a berry color

Here I am using Kiss Premium Eyelashes 55610 KPL07

 Sally Girl Sparkle Effects Loose Glitter in 388601 Gold Digger

Profusion My Beauty Collection 96 Color Eyeshadow

 Hey everyone, I am here with a new post about this interesting Profusion palette I found at Ross last week. It's called My Beauty Collection 96 Color Eyeshadow. Now I have several Profusion palettes and I love them, so when I found this one, it was the only one in mint condition. I really love the color payoff of the eyeshadows, of course some are more pigmented than others, but regardless majority of the eyeshadows are very pigmented. More of the lighter shades like white, opal white, light pink, light green, shades may need to be packed on more than the darker shades, I really enjoy this palette so far the combination of colors are the reason I purchased this. I wanted a big palette mostly for when I need to travel and don’t want to carry around a bunch of single eyeshadows like the last time, I carried around so much makeup to my April trip to Austin, Texas. I really wish I had this palette before. Profusion palettes are affordable and cheaper than Costal Scents, bh Cosmetics if your looking for great color payoff but at a cheaper price. I do recommend this palette to anyone. Here I will list my pros and cons about this palette and color swatches of the eyeshadows.

   Pros
1.Good color payoff
 2.Big variety of different shades

3.Great color payoff when used wet
4. Eyeshadow lasts a long time when using a good eyeshadow base. (Like elf, NYX)
5.Eyeshadows are metallic and some are shimmers

 This is the back cover of the box.

 Here is the palette unopened.

 Here is all the colors when palette is opened.

 If you can see the blue color next to the charcoal black is the one I am wearing on my eyes. Sliver color on the bottom of the blue shade I have on my lids.

Cons

1.The lighter shades are less pigmented than the daker shades. Need to pack on more color to make the color visible.

2.Be careful if you press on the eyeshadows too hard the eyeshadow will break apart very easily and can cause a mess. Something I don’t like, while others are more resistant wish all the eyeshadows were all the same.

3.They are powdery which may be the cause of the breakage of the eyeshadows when pressed down a bit too hard.

Here are the eyeshadow swatches!!!

Here I am wearing silver on my lids and dark blue on my crease it looks more lighter blue.

 If you notice the creasing on top of my eyelid is due to an color eyeshadow base
I used under it.I used elf Duo Shadow Cream in Blueberry.

I recommend this palette if you’re the type that likes, Metallic, Shimmer eyeshadows and if you don’t mind some of the cons mentioned. This can be a very good palette for you, plus 96 color choices for $7.99. You can find Profusion palettes in Ross.

 Can't find Profusion in your area

here is a link to the website.

 Profusion Cosmetics

OraLabs Lip Balm

I have tried a few lip balms in the past, As of now the OraLabs Essential Extra Moisture SPF 15 lip balm is my current favorite at this moment. Wearing it on my lips feels soft, hydrated, and I never feel chapped lips. A while ago my dad had this in his truck and I felt my lips dry, I put it on for the first time and I fell in love with it ever since. I wear lip balms anytime, around this time and winter is when my lips can get very dry and I know I can rely on this balm to keep my lips hydrated. I have tried Nivea A Kiss Of Smoothness SPF4 and Blistex Raspberry Lemonade Blast SPF 15 and I still prefer my OraLabs over both of them. I feel like nothing can keep my lips feeling hydrated well enough like this lip balm, I love to wear this over my lip glosses because of the SPF 15 keep in mind when wearing lip gloss, when you go outside the sun tends to hit your lips and the lip gloss will reflect the sun light more than lipstick because of the shine,  can lead to damage in the long run. Always wear lip balm anytime, with an SPF15 or more under your lipstick or lip gloss whichever way you prefer. I really do recommend this lip balm, of course  keep in mind that if it may not work for you, may work for others.

Advanced Moisturizing with aloe, Vitamin E, and sunscreen protection. For cracked, dry lips, pucker-up with Lip Moisture lip balm by OraLabs. Our formulas are packed with moisturizers and Vitamin E to help heal your lips fast. SPF 15

You can check out OralLabs website for more lip balm options

OraLabs, Inc. Lip Balm Sticks

Here is a list of stores where you can purchase any OralLabs lip balm products

OraLabs Where To Buy

Makeup Haul

Today I went on a little shopping spree and bought me some makeup products, I wanted to try out. Right now in my local HEB has been having coupon deals lately and boy have I gone overboard. My newest items will be first, and to the last items I purchased last week. Now if you live in Texas HEB (Here Everything is Better) has been having coupons way more now than in the past especially in my HEB. If you don't have a HEB where you are from, that's okay at the end I will post links where you can find coupons for makeup etc. Note I will be reviewing each makeup individually stay tuned for that. Always check for coupons in the Sunday newspaper, online, or your local Supermarket, Drugstore also can have coupons or buy one get one 50 % off.

Now these are the Project Runway Limited Edition Collection. Now I was only able to find the blushes and 3 lipsticks my HEB doesn't have much selection which sucks, but the lip sticks I was not really interested in the colors expect for Sultry Raven's Pout and it is a beautiful nude pinkish color but HEB didn't have it. I was interested in these blushes these are the shades I liked the most, the one on the left is 225 Watchful Owl's Blush and the one on the right is 625 Audacious Amazon's Blush. Now there are 2 more blushes in the collection, Charming Cockatoo's Blush & Sultry Raven's Blush.  All the blushes cost $9.95 each.



I also picked up the ALMAY smart shade in 300 medium SPF 15, now this foundation claims to have flaw erase technology, which I am not sure in the old packaging when the smart shade first came out I don't remember seeing that it had flaw erase technology but don't quote me on that just and observation. Cost $9.98 and the store had a $2.50 dollar off coupon cost me $7.48.

 Lately I have been obsessed with the Revlon Just Bitten Lip Stains and this one I bought was in the color Desire now this shade is hard to find because it always sells out but luckily just brought them back in stock to sell out again haha. Lip stain cost $7.97 and I had a $1.00 off coupon cost $6.97.

These single shadows cost $1.99 each and is pretty affordable the shades I got are # 45 back to khaki,  # 01 chill out, # 03 starlight, #44 it's up to you. essence has more shades to choose from. Some can be matte to shimmer & metallic eyeshadows, essence is a German makeup company.

Here are some links to coupon sites that can have makeup coupons, they may not have a selection of makeup coupons, but I have printed from these sites where I have bought the makeup because of the coupons I found.

Coupons.com

CouponSuzy.com 

FreeFlys Coupons

L'Oreal Paris has a $1.00 off coupon on there website but you will have to register everything will be explained on this link to get your coupon. You can only print 2 coupons per printer!!

L'Oreal Paris Beauty Consultation

Broadway Nails

Today I did my nails to complete my mission 4 on Broadway Nails Facebook page.  Plus I thought I would treat myself to get my nails done. I love getting my nails done whenever I have free time, I am in love with these Fast French nails. Here in detail how to apply and to remove these nails. You can find the instructions on the back of box.

 

These are the Fast French in real short length # 50836 BFD14 its a ten minute manicure. Prepare your nails clean nails with acetone-based polish remover. Select the correct size nails for each finger. If needed, file sides for the best fit. 

              

How To Apply Nails

1. Apply glue to nail
2. Apply thin layer of glue to natural nail
3. Starting at cuticle, press on & hold for 5 seconds

How To Remove

 

1. Do not force or pull nails off

2. Trim and file surface to break through protective topcoat.

3. Soak nails in acetone based polish remover until soft. Wipe off softened plastic and glue. Repeat as necessary.

 

 

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Note: Wear beyond 7 days is not recommended.

                                             Also using pink gel glue for stronger, longer wear.

I am in love with these Fashion Diva Nail Art with the nails as mentioned above, these stickers will make your basic French Nail look amazing. I totally recommend these Nail Art Stickers to anyone!! Here are the numbers and names of each of the 3 Nail Art. These are the ones I was sent, Broadway has more Nail Art designs.

 

1.  On the left # 53129 BGNA03 in Keep Me, are the Color Changing ones
2. One on the middle # 54227 BNA09 in Glimmer
3. On the right are the ones I am using on my nails # 54226 BNA08 in Classic

How To Apply

1. Apply polish or top coat if desired. Let dry.
2. Peel sticker from paper and place on desired position. A tip is to use a cuticle stick and try to pick at the sticker until the sticker sticks to the tip of the cuticle stick and place on desired part of the artificial nail. This will be a lot easier.
3. Apply top coat to seal. Let dry.

These are the results I got :)

You can check Broadway Nails website
  Broadway Nails

Broadway Nails Facebook Page

 

Prices vary from store and state check out these websites to find out prices!!

CVS/Pharmacy

Walgreens

My Current Favorite Mascara

Right now I have been wearing my ColorMates mascara in black and if you haven't heard of ColorMates is a makeup line that prices range from $1.00 to $2.00. Now this mascara is only $1.00 at my local H.E.B so it is cheap which is good prices vary from store to state. I have seen this online priced at $6.49 on Amazon.com so if you can find this a little cheaper that would be great.

This is a creme mascara, waterproof, color black and has a curved brush plus the packaging is cute. Why it is my favorite mascara it not only gives my lashes volume it also separates them very well and I like that it doesn't clump my lashes which I like, it makes my lashes look full, noticeable. What also helps me get that look first I curl my lashes with my e.l.f mechanical eyelash curler from the dollar line. Curl them twice apply this mascara and my lashes are perfect. Now your thinking a dollar mascara can't do that but it can this mascara works for me it is my current favorite and for a dollar you can't beat that.