Spring Makeup Tutorial |2014

Hello Beauties!

As promised, here are all of the products I used in my Spring makeup tutorial.

Products Used:

Face:  

Lorac POREfection Mattifying Primer

Dermablend Smooth Indulgence Foundation (Caramel Beige)

M.A.C. Studio Finish Concealer (NC 42)

The Body Shop Bronzer (Warm Glow)

NYX Matte Bronzer (Deep Tan)

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder (Sandstorm)

Eyes:  

Lorac Behind The Scenes Eye Primer

M.A.C. Paint Pot (Nubile)

M.A.C. Skinfinish Natural (Med Dark)

Scotch Tape

it Cosmetics Vol. 1 Matte Palette: (Love)-lids, brow highlight

(Sunrise + Sunset)-crease as my transition color

(Mocha + Java)-outer crease

(Mocha)-lower lash line

Makeup Forever Aqua Black

Wet n Wild Megaplump Mascara (Black, waterproof)

Miss Adoro Lashes (747 M)

M.A.C. Eyeshadow (Tempting)

Brows:

VS Pro Eyeshadow Primer to hold brows in place

Anastasia Brow Powder Duo (Dark Brown)

NYX Wonder Pencil (Dark)

Cheeks:

Maybelline Master Highlight (Coral)

Lips:

Carmex Lip Balm

Palladio Herbal Lip Liner (Nearly Nude)

Kate Moss for Rimmel Lipstick (#12), later switched to M.A.C Lipstick (Vegas Volt)

NYX Butter Gloss (Cherry Cheesecake)

I hope you enjoyed this Spring makeup tutorial. If you enjoyed it, please like and share. Be sure to follow my blog for more updates/posts.

Have an amazing day!

xoxo,  Sharlene

Dupe for Sigma Makeup Brushes

outerbeautycosmetics.com

B. Flawless Collection: 4 Piece Immaculate Synthetic Kabuki Set-$49

All brushes have a soft wooden handle with the outerBeauty Logo on the back.

F 100-Round Kabuki

F 102-Flat Kabuki

I love how densely packed the brush hairs are. They are super soft!

F 104-Angled Kabuki

F 106-Tapered Kabuki

-Perfect for cream contouring and patting under eye concealer.

B. Flawless Collection:  3 Piece Pristine Synthetic Refiner Set-$33

F 178-Domed Refiner

-I use this brush for blending out cream/powder products.

F 180-Oval Refiner
-Can be used for eyeshadow bases, blending, contouring.

F 182-Ellipse Refiner

-Very soft
-Great quality at an affordable price
-100% vegan
-Have multiple uses for creams, powders, blending, etc.

Tell me what you think..need new brushes?

xo, Sharlene

it Cosmetics Naturally Pretty Vol.1 Matte Luxe Transforming Eyeshadow Palette

Available Here

What it is?  A palette that contains 14 neutral matte eyeshadows and one transforming eyeshadow to make any matte shadow in the palette into a pearly shade.

What's so different about this palette?  

The eyeshadows claim to contain anti-aging and silk infused pigments that are paraben, fragrance, sulfate, and cruelty free.  All of the shadows can be used either wet or dry and claim to make your lids look wrinkle-free.

Pros?  

-I love that anyone of any age can use this product because of the soft neutral colors in the palette. 

-It's also packaged in a pink velvet case with a magnetic closure so you can travel easily with it.  

-The shadows blended beautifully without looking muddy or messy at all.

-I experienced very little fall-out onto my cheeks and underneath my eyes.

-The eyeshadows stayed put throughout the day and didn't crease on me at all.

Cons?  

When I used the transforming shade over the color 'All Heart' on my lid, I didn't find that the eyeshadow looked pearly as much as I wanted it to. It just gave a slight hint of shimmer but no dramatic transformation or pearly effect whatsoever.

Here's a look I did on my YouTube channel using the palette:

Top Row Swatches:

From left to right:  Sheer Joy, Soft Light, Warmth, Soulful

Continued:  Mocha, Violet, Midnight, Noir

Bottom Row Swatches:

From left to right:  Love, Sunrise, Sunset, All Heart

Continued:  Java, Iconic, and Transforming Pearl

If you own this palette, I would love to know your thoughts about it. Is it your go-to palette?  Are you thinking about purchasing one for yourself? Let me know down below!

xo, Sharlene

Laura Geller's MATTE MAKER Invisible Oil Blotting Powder

Total Shine Control?

Macys.com-$24

So now that summer is practically here, bring on the oily, shiny face...eeeek!  I got so frustrated with translucent powders and mattifying gels that claimed to prevent that shine throughout my T-zone.  There are countless products that may work for some, but many have failed and done nothing for me.  I have extremely sensitive skin and needed something that would control my shiny T-zone without causing breakouts.  So let me introduce you to Laura Geller's Matte Maker Invisible Oil Blotting Powder.

What it is:  It is a sheer powder that absorbs oil to produce an even, matte finish on the skin.  

What it does:  Even though it looks white in the pan, it goes on very sheer and smooth to set your makeup without a ghostly, caked on, powdery look/feel.  It can be worn under or over your primer, foundation, or tinted moisturizer.  It's different than a regular translucent powder because it feels like a silky veil on the skin and it blocks sweat and moisture as well.

Suitable for what skin type:  This product can be used for sensitive, oily, combination, and normal skin types.  For dry skin users, it's important to apply the product ONLY where you produce shine by using a large powder brush for a much more sheer application.  So far I have been using this powder for 2 months and have not had any clogged pores or breakouts anywhere.  I clean my makeup brushes every week and always use clean hands when applying my makeup.

Comparable to:  Urban Decay's De-Slick In A Tube Mattifying Gel and powder also work well to keep your makeup shine-free but  have caused severe breakouts on my skin.  This is the main reason why I stopped using that line of shine control products.  

Have you tried it? Comment below!

xo, Sharlene

The Shiseido Eyelash Curler, Worth The Splurge?

Sephora.com $19

Now I know that it can be frustrating to find a good quality eyelash curler out there when there's a zillion different ones that claim to be THEE one. But what makes the latest Shiseido eyelash curler worth the $19 price tag?

What it is:

This beauty tool allows you to not only curl your lashes which is obvious from the description, but it also has a larger more broader curve than its previous counterparts. It also comes with a replacement rubber pad when the other pad wears out or if you lose it.

What it does: 
This larger curve allows you to curl your lashes without applying too much pressure to the lash line.  It also prevents the unflattering L shaped lashes or bent up straight lashes that most eyelash curlers produce.  The results you get are a more lifted and flared out curl with just a gentle squeeze of the curler.

Why so popular:

The Shiseido brand itself is known for high quality makeup, skincare, and beauty tools such as their eyelash curler. This tool will help you apply mascara with ease and help with false eyelash application. No longer will you have smashed or bunched up lashes after curling or no stray lashes sticking out of line.  False lashes can be placed more closely to the lash line without struggling because the hairs won't be bent straight up.


Tip:I also turn the eyelash curler upside down and curl my bottom lashes. I do this so that I can apply mascara on my bottom lash line without smudging or smearing my mascara by accident. It also provides a cleaner look to the bottom lashes without pinching or pulling on the eyelids.

Try it for yourself and let me know what you think =)

xo, Sharlene