Review: MAC's Face & Body Foundation

I have been using this foundation for a little over three weeks now and can say that i really love it . It is the one foundation that i have found that truly dose look invisible to the naked eye . I was very sceptical about this foundation due to the fact that it is so sheer . I have tinted moisturisers that have a heavier coverage on the initial application then this foundation , but that's one of the many beauties about it . If you just need to even out your skin tone or like a med. coverage foundation this will work for you . Also for all my bronzed lovers out there , get this foundation a shade or two darker and it will give you a wonderfully bronzed/tan natural look to your face .

 Another great thing about this foundation is that it is water based so really it works well with all skin type .If you have dry to normal it will keep your skin hydrated and looking fresh . Now let say you have troublesome skin , I'm sure your using products that will help you control the oily spots the breakouts and the dry patches . Well this foundation will not work against any of that so if your T-zone is oily and your cheeks are dry and probably flaking at some points (i say this because i went threw it) it adds hydration where you need it with out over doing it where you don't .

MAC also clams that it is transfer resistant . I have combination skin and because of this i am a blotter . Some people have packs of gum everywhere i have packs of blotting sheets everywhere . When i do blot i notice quite a bit of my foundation transfers on to the sheet . Now we are not all the same so it may not happen with you this is just my case .

Now lets say thats not enough reasons to give it a try lets look at price . This foundation cost $32.50 for 120ml / 4.0 fl oz , now take nars sheer glow foundation $42.00 for 30ml 1.0 fl oz . MAC comes out to $8.13 per oz  at that price its wurth giving it a shot .

I hope you found this helpfull , whether your looking for a new summer foundation or to just try somthing new . I deffinatly recomend giving it a shot .

Melissa

HELLO HELLO

I want to apologize for my absence the past few weeks and lack of post's . I have been dealing with a few different family issues and needed to take time to concentrate on that for a while . I have missed posting and don't want you to think that i am gone for good , that's not the case at all . I want to thank everyone for sticking around and being patient with me during this time .

As of this post i will be getting back on a regular posting schedule . If there are any topics , items you would like reviewed or just have questions please feel free to contact me and let me know . again i want to say thank you and i am truly sorry for my lack of post.



Melissa

Review : Bath & Body Works Coconut Beach Hand Gel Sanitizer

Happy Friday!!

I wanted to do a review on this because as we know spring is in full effect and summer is right around the corner . I know plenty of people myself included that come this time of year want to surround themselves with any and all things that give us the seance of beach front sunbathing with a Mai Tai in hand . Even if we are at work surrounded by a mountain of papers. (me right now)

While wasting a little time in at the mall a few weeks ago i came across this item . I always go in to Bath and Body Works because i love all of there stuff candles , shower gels , lotions , sprays . I picked it up thinking it would be a great little gift to get a Friend of mine who loves coconut and or anything blue/teal . I popped the cap open and immediately thought VACATION!!!

The scent of coconut seamed to surround me almost instantly and it lingers well after you close it . One lady come up and ask me what it was. I didn't even try it out i just grabbed two and off i went . To me this is one of this things you have plenty of but this particular one you must have . Remember that Mai Tai well thats all you think off while smelling this . A little goes a long way so it will deffinatly last . The travel friendly size is also a plus .

 In retrospect i wish i would have tryed it out . I find it to be extremely drying . My hands feel as if they have never come in contact with lotion or cream of any kind ever . Lucky for me i found my lotion to compliment the smell very well .

I don't see my self purchasing another one once I'm done with it because of this , but is you don't suffer from dry hands or it doesn't bother you then i defiantly say pick this up . It is a 2.5 fl oz for $4.00 but as we all know Bath & Body Works always has deals or coupons out so your sure to get it for a a steal .

Thank you so much for checking back in with us and i hope you found this helpfully .

Melissa

Spring 2011 Trends : Glowing Natural You

Natural makeup is a trend that is going to maintain its fame in the coming season . The greatest part of that  in this case is it can be done effortlessly and you can appear fashionable and amazing.Glowing sun kissed skin bright flesh tone eye makeup and a flushed check is all it takes cherry on top is a sheer glossy pout. However just because the look created is a no-makeup look it doesn't mean that you will not use makeup. Take these for example :

This look can even carry over to a great evening out . Using a more vivid white or silver on the lid and a natural matte in the crease . Finish with a thin clean liquid liner on top and blackest black lashes . For cheeks a flush of peach or apricot best would be a  cream or liquid blush , you will want to keep that glowing affect. Last but not least the perfect kiss me pout , a light application of pink , nude or toffee colored lipstick (really depends on your skin tone . you will want to achieve 2-3 shades darker then your flushed cheeks) then touch up with your fave. lip balm or lip gloss depending on what affect you prefer .

This look  is not showing any signs of loosing its popularity due to the fact that natural beauty cannot be topped. When the makeup is applied lightly it enhanced all the best facial features and that is what you want to achieve . Bring out that glowing radiant you.

I had a lot of fun putting this post together i hope you find them informative and you decide to put one of these great looks to use this spring .

Melissa

Spring 2011 Trends : 1970′s, Avant-Garde Eyes

This season for eyes the more disco-inspired neon your shadow, the better! Its like that first cup of coffee in the morning . You want to awaken your eyes with vibrant oranges, pinks, blues, greens, yellows, and violets of the spring. People say the eyes are the windows to the soul , well show the world how warm and bubble you are by sweeping these fun shades from your lash line to crease. Here are a few looks you can try

 If you are more into neutral eyes you might want to try a great smoky eye with earthy tones for a hippie chic allure. Wonderful rich red ,browns ,copper and bronzed to give you that sultry sun kissed look . Someone who lives for the warm spring/summer nights .

Whatever look you prefer there's no denying this seasons eyes are a great throwback to a fun vibrant era filled with rich color and a love for all things nature . Enjoy this spring and be sure to dress those windows with warmth happiness and a readiness to party .

Melissa

Spring 2011 trends: Bold Lip

So i was thinking early this morning that i want to do a few posts on some of the spring makeup trends for this year  There is no denying this year we are seeing ALOT of bold bright colors . That being said i picked bold lips for the first out of three post i will be doing so let’s get started .

One of the hottest and my personal favorite trends this spring is the bright bold lip. We are seeing it all over the magazines and runways this year. It is a great way to add a little color especially for the days you don’t have time to do sexy dramatic eye or find yourself trying to transition from neutral toned down day look to going out for drinks with the girls evening look . Here are a few ideas on how to pull this off.

At this year’s Golden Globes this look was everywhere. Whether you are cool toned, warm toned, fair skinned, dark skinned with the right shade this is a look that will look stunning on you and will set you apart from all the nude lips playing it safe.

Now to me there is no right or wrong way of wearing makeup . It either looks amazing or not very good but in order to find out what works you must try a few different looks . We can see this being paired with neutral eyes and a great highlighted cheek or a clean polished matte face but who is to say you can wear bight eyes as well.

It’s all about taking chances and finding a great new fabulous you. Start the New Year with a little color or a lot of color but whatever you do be sure to have fun with it i know i will.

Be sure to check back for the next post on this year’s spring makeup trends.

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 .