Two Years and Going Strong!!!! (Giveaway Time)

Much like last year i am late to my own party . Its been two years since i started my blog and its great to see where its at now . I have loved writing what i am passionate about and thank you for taking the time to read it . I have launched my Youtube channel , worked on getting the Fan Page up and launched my own website . These are all things that i never anticipated doing when i first started blogging but are all defiantly because of the friendships and positive response i have gotten since .

Just like last year I am hosting a Giveaway , Its the best way i know to say thank you . This is open Internationally .

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M.A.C Marilyn Monroe Collection

M.A.C have tackled a lot of different collections from fashion designers to Disney and now movie icon Marilyn Monroe . I was skeptical about how they would deiced to package this collection . Take a look at what the collection consists of :

 

Eye Shadow-(limited edition)

• How to Merry (veluxe pearl) 
• Preferred Blond (veluxe pearl)
• Silver Screen (veluxe pearl)
• Showgirl (veluxe pearl)

Lipstick-(limited edition)

• Pure Zen (creamsheen) 
• Scarlet Ibis (matte)
• Love Goddess (satin)
• Charmed I'm Sure (matte)
• Deeply Adored (matte)

Lipglass-(limited edition)

• Phiff!
• Little Rock

Nails-(limited edition)

• Flaming Rose (cream)
• Stage Red (cream)
• Kid Orange (cream)
• Rich Rich Rich (pearl)
• Vintage Vamp (cream)

Beauty Powder-(limited edition)

• Forever Marilyn (sheer highlighter)

Blush-(limited edition)

• Legendary (satin)
• The Perfect Cheek (matte)

Eye Khol-(permanent)

• Smolder
• Fascinating

Lip Liner-(permanent)

• Beet
• Redd
• Cherry

• Clear Brow Finisher (permanent)
• False Lashes Extreme Black (permanent)
• Penultimate Brow Marker - Natural Warm Taupe-Brown (permanent)
• Penultimate Eye Liner - Rich Deep Carbon Black (permanent)
• False Lashes #35 (limited edition) 

I am loving the direction Mac decided on the packaging . The colors are all slandered Marilyn , tho i wish the would have done a few more eye shadows and different finishes . What do you think , what are you looking forward to picking up and what will you pass on ? 

North American Launch Date : October 2012

International Launch Date : TBA 

Fun with Purple

Woke up this morning and it was raining like crazy and i was in a super up beat mood . So i challenged the rainy day with a super bright fun Purple look . I was hoping it would be a bit more blue but never the less its funky and fun.  Hope you like . I would love to see your spin on this look , be sure to send me pics . thanks again to all of my readers , i love you all . <3



Eyes:

• UDPP
• M.A.C Paint pot in Imaginary (Blackend Navy)
• M.A.C E/S in Plum Dressing (Inner corner out )
• M.A.C E/S in Deep Truth (Outter corner in)
• M.A.C E/S in Saddle (crease blend out)
• M.A.C E/S in Naked Lunch (Highlight)
• Stila Kajal pencil in sapphire (lower water line)
• Sephora Nano eyeliner in Wild Spirit (lower lash line)
• M.A.C E/S in Black Tied (lightly blend out lower lash line)
• UD Eyeliner in Zero upper and lower lash line
• Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill mascara



Thank you again and be sure to send in pic. of your take on this look .

Melissa

Green with Envy

This look was inspired by Xsparkage and her latest tutorial . I hope you like the look and i would love to see your take on this so please be sure to send me your pictures or video  . Thanks again and enjoy.

 

 


Items Used:

• UDPP
• Mac Moss Scape Paint Pot 
• Mac Eyepoping e/s
• Mac Lucky Green e/s
• Mac Humid e/s
• Mac Saddle e/s
• Mac Plumage e/s
• Mac Take Wing e/s
• Mac She who dares Mineralize duo 
• E.L.F Pastel Illusions Palette 
• UD 24/7 pencil in Zero 
• L'Oreal Carbon Black linure intense 
• Tarina Tarantino Fleur De Lash Black Opal mascara 
• Revlon Growlushes plumping mascara 

I hope you like the look and again i would love to see you take on this . Remember Have fun with it.

Melissa

A Love for a Poison Plum

Trying to get back into the swing of things i thought i would post a look . This is the first look post so i will be tweaking as i go . So to get started i did a look with Sugar Pill's Burning Heart palette . I will post the picks and a list of items used . 

  

Items used :

Eyes :

• UDPP 
• Mac BlackGround Paint pot
• SugarPill Burning Heart palette
• Mac Gold pigment 
• MUFE Black gel liner 
• Mac Falsies mascara 
• Hot topic False lashes (no # or style name on the box srry) 
• Pixi Matte Brow Highlight stick 

Face :

• Mac Pro longwear concealer 
• Mac Pro longwear foundation 
• Mac MSF Natural in Med. dark
• Sephora Los cabos Bronzer
• Mac Earth to Earth MSF
• MUFE Setting Spray 

Lips:

• Jack Black lip balm 
• Mac Patisserie Lipstick 
• Mac Right Image Creamsheen Glass  

I hope you like the look and i would love to see your take on this look . Thanks again. 

Melissa 

MAC's Surf Baby Collection for Summer 2011!

 Mac's Surf Baby Collection for Summer 2011! 

Sea salt taste in the air the smell of light coconut and tropical fruit splash . Warm sun kisses on your skin as you pack the car for a day of surf and fun.

This is what i would think of while using this years summer collection from mac.

Blush ($18.50 U.S. / $21.50 CDN)

My Paradise Coral orange with champagne gold flower

Crushed Metallic Pigment Stacks

Summer Stash- Pale pink, gray pink, purple, taupe

Surf the Ocean -Silver, aqua, gold, navy blue

Eyeshadow ($14.50 U.S. / $17.50 CDN)

Saffron Coral

Short Shorts White champagne

Sun Blonde Yellow with gold pearl

Surf U.S.A. Aqua with teal pearl

Swell Baby Medium gray

Lipstick ($14.50 U.S. / $17.50 CDN)

Bust Out! Soft violet

Hibiscus Bright coral

Mocha

Naturally Eccentric Nude

Lipglass ($14.50 U.S. / $17.50 CDN)

Girl on Board Sheer gold

Good Lovin’ Peach pink

Krazy Kahuna Medium brown

Strange Potion Pink coral

Eye Liner ($14.50 U.S. / $17.50 CDN)

Blue Noon Teal

Gilded White Shimmering off-white

Nail Lacquer ($13.50 U.S. / $17.00 CDN)

Hangin’ Loose Beige

Ocean Dip Aqua teal

What do you guys think hit or miss????

 

Thank you for taking a look and be sure to check back frequently for more updates and post .

Melissa

**All information is approximate please direct your self to http://www.maccosmetics.com/ for official information .

Must Haves

I wasn’t sure how to really start this post so I’m just going to jump right in. These are a few things that to me are must haves:

• Pressed Powder (Mac MSF Natural)

My skin has always been troublesome so for me it was imperative i find makeup that doesn’t cloge my pores or break me out. This is it. My holy grail, with the correct application you can get med. coverage or a light dusting to set your foundation or concealer. It is mineral makeup meaning its light weight will not break you out and it is super easy to apply and blend.

www.maccosmetics.com $27.00

• Brush Cleanser

There are times when you can exactly wash your brushes, when that happens this is your best friend. You don’t want to use and use your brushes without cleaning or disinfecting them because all you will do is deposit all the oils and impurities that are on your brushes from the last time you used them back on your face and no one wants that. Brush cleanser is the best way to clean off the entire old product, oils and dust in between washing your brushes properly.

www.sephora.com $6-$14

www.maccosmetics.com $12

• Brushes

Now for brushes this was the hardest part because to me i need them all. lol I was able to narrow it down to 5 so here they are:

             -Foundation brush (sigma F80 Flat top kabuki)

Gives a Great flawless airbrushed look whether you use liquid or powder foundation.

             -Highlight brush (mac 188)

Great multipurpose brush. Highlight (liquid or powder), cream blush, powder blush, press powder can all be applied with this brush.

             -Shader brush (sigma E55)

Pack on color and blend it out. Can use it with cream or packed shadows, loose pigment or paints.

             -Tapered blending brush (sigma E40)

Want to blend out those harsh edges or apply a light dusting of color to your brow bone or crease.

             -Small angled brow brush (mac 208)

I love this brush because not only can you fill in your brows, get a great cat eye but also line your lips. Small dense brush to apply just the right amount of product where you need it.

http://www.sigmamakeup.com/ $9-$16.00

http://www.maccosmetics.com/ $20-$35.00 

• Eyelash curlers

I am pretty sure this is self-explanatory, who doesn’t want great curled up lashes, and I know I do.

•  Neutral eye palette (ud naked palette)

You can get this anywhere whether it is at your nearest drug store or department store. Small compact and has all the essential colors for a nice neutral look or great Smokey eye.

http://www.urbandecay.com/ $48.00

Last but not least

• Concealer (benefit Erase paste)

Have trouble areas, dark circles, blemishes, redness, discoloration or even if you just want to highlight an area concealer is your best friend. It’s good to give your skin a break from foundation so to do this i break out a little concealer for the problem spot and then set it if a little powder and your good to go.

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/ $26.00

This list by no means is all i will ever need but are just a few of the things i reach for on a daily biases or if I’m in a time crush or have to pack for light travel. Comment below on a few of your must have who knows might come across something new that you just won’t be able to live without.

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Melissa