tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13622091323050481112024-03-12T21:08:25.281-07:00Beauty ForumSharing product reviews, answering questions, giving recommendations, sharing our beauty inspirations, showing video/photo tutorials, and so much more. Not just your average beauty blog.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-80289539479686333832011-09-13T10:16:00.001-07:002011-09-13T10:16:48.938-07:00Monday Manicures- 9/5<img height="481" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr3yryGgjW1qd4tt6.jpg" width="360" /><br />
<i><a href="http://pearlsandcasebooks.tumblr.com/">pearlsandcasebooks</a>: Forever 21 brand nail polish in Lavender. Surprisingly, it’s quite a good polish that goes on well and lasted me a while. </i><br />
<img height="535" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr3yuh86av1qd4tt6.jpg" width="400" /><br />
<i><a href="http://pearlsandcasebooks.tumblr.com/">pearlsandcasebooks</a></i>: <i>My favorite nail polish of all time: Essie in Ballet Slippers</i><br />
<i><img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr3yyl6Vi61qd4tt6.jpg" /></i><br />
<i><a href="http://thecollegeprepster.tumblr.com/">thecollegeprepster</a>: essie Fun in the gondola</i><br />
<i><img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr3z0baahF1qd4tt6.jpg" /></i><br />
<i><a href="http://agracelamb.tumblr.com/">Hannah’s </a>: Matching my nails to the weather (it’s crazy stormy here!) with OPI French Quarter For Your Thoughts from the Touring America Collection </i><br />
<i><img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr3z2wQx1j1qd4tt6.jpg" /></i><br />
<i><a href="http://littlecuppycake.tumblr.com/">Danielle’s</a>: OPI You Don’t Know Jacques! - a classic fall color :)</i><br />
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Sorry everyone for the delayed post! I accidently saved this to my personal queue instead of BF’s! We will let you know asap what we decide to do with Mani Mondays!! Thank you always for your support, you all are wonderful!<br />
SWAK - DanielleDaniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-16526328920152817522011-09-13T10:14:00.001-07:002011-09-13T10:14:48.314-07:00Chocoholics AnonymousWhat girl doesn’t love chocolate? It’s delicious and so yummy and of course chocolate is full of amazing things like antioxidants, anti-aging properties, and endorphins. Endorphins make people happy, so of course chocolate inspired beauty products are no different. Chocolate brown shades are absolutely perfect for autumn and they’re universally flattering. Everyone has a wonderful chocolatey shade to compliment their eyes or skin tone perfectly. If you’re looking for a little more happiness to your day, check out our extended column on <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/">Beauty Forum</a>.<br />
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<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqlgo7U0511qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
<strong><a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P205306&categoryId=B70">Givenchy Prismissime Eyes - 55 Tempting Chocolate</a></strong>- This chic eyeshadow palette offers 9 gorgeous shadows in a variety of finishes from matte to pearl.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqlgpsm9Hh1qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
<strong><a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P227808&categoryId=B70">Philosophy Classic Fudge Cake Shampoo, Shower Gel, and Bubble Bath</a></strong>- Here’s an incredibly decadent way to indulge in the shower with this Philosophy three in one.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqlgrjZ56n1qd4tt6.png" /><br />
<strong><a href="http://www.bareescentuals.com/Big-Bright-Eyeliner---Intense-Black/mastereyepencil,default,pd.html?start=6&cgid=BE">Bare Minerals Big & Bright Eyeliner in Chocolate</a></strong>- A really creamy eyeliner to make your eyes appear bigger and brighter.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqlgswVXa21qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
<strong>OPI Chocolate Shakespeare, OPI I’m Suzi & I’m a Chocoholic, and OPI Chocolate Moose</strong>- Three totally Chcolate inspired polishes to give you different looks depending on your mood.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqt8lwRm9o1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
<strong><a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/products/spp/shaded.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT168&PRODUCT_ID=PROD15768&SKU_ID=SKU32149">MAC Lipstick in Mocha- </a></strong>This is a perfect peachy brown that can compliment all skin tones. <strong><a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/products/spp/shaded.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT168&PRODUCT_ID=PROD15768&SKU_ID=SKU32149"><br />
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<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr0d6mbG271qd4tt6.png" /><br />
<strong><a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=VP10328">Maybelline Expert Wear Eyeshadow Quad in Designer Chocolates</a>-</strong> This has been my go to quad for a few weeks now. I absolutely love the shades especially the warm crease color.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr0d9sREJ81qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
<strong><a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P229406&categoryId=B70">Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzing Powder</a>-</strong> This is a perfect matte bronzer<br />
that uses real cocoa powder to achieve better skin by neutralizing red and giving a flawless finish.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr0djviC3n1qd4tt6.png" /><br />
<strong><a href="http://www.eyeslipsface.com/elf/nails/elf_nail_polish/nail_polish">ELF Essentials Nail Polish in Chocolate</a> </strong>- I’m absolutely loving this deep rich brown that is super inexpensive and great for fall.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr0dmfdrNv1qd4tt6.png" /><br />
<strong><a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod641113#sku2081609">Covergirl Eye Enhancers 1 Kit Shadows in Swiss Chocolate</a>-</strong> This color is great to have to define your crease easily and quickly when you’re on the go.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr0dorLiX51qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
<strong><a href="http://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/templates/products/spp/index.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CATEGORY22758&PRODUCT_ID=PROD7469">Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge for Lips and Cheeks in Chocolate Cherry</a>-</strong> These are absolutely amazing creamy pops of color that blend and wear so well. I adore this deep red/brown shade!Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-21615763887783316302011-09-13T10:13:00.000-07:002011-09-13T10:13:19.139-07:00Friday Favorites- Single EyeshadowsI love seeing ya’ll’s favorite shadows because then I get new recommendations! I doubled up where necessary and if I couldn’t find a picture, I still listed you and your favorite! :)<br />
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Enjoy:<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqxkl1HbUJ1qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
Benefit Leggy - <a href="http://blondeprep.tumblr.com/">blondeprep</a><br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqxklxq3cZ1qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
Urban Decay Mary Jane - <a href="http://swiceupyourlife.tumblr.com/">swiceupyourlife</a><br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqxkqv6R0E1qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
Urban Decay Baked - <a href="http://classyandfabb.tumblr.com/">classyandfabb</a><br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqxkqm1caf1qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
Urban Decay Half Baked - <a href="http://sweetlittlesnippets.tumblr.com/">sweetlittlesnippets</a> & <a href="http://kaitmarie.tumblr.com/">kaitmarie</a><br />
The Bronzer - <a href="http://photomoock.tumblr.com/">photomoock</a><br />
Maybelline Espresso - <a href="http://toaubin.tumblr.com/">toaubin</a><br />
<img height="322" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqxkugpmUG1qd4tt6.jpg" width="275" /><br />
<a href="http://agracelamb.tumblr.com/">Hannah</a>’s Favorite: MAC Coppering (You know her crazy obsession with reds.)<br />
<img height="304" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqxkxlQEPQ1qd4tt6.jpg" width="457" /><br />
<a href="http://littlecuppycake.tumblr.com/">Danielle</a>’s Favorite: MAC Club (An amazing Satin duochrome with green, brown, and red undertones.)<br />
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SWAK - DanielleDaniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-10074916005674746882011-09-13T10:09:00.000-07:002011-09-13T10:09:47.492-07:00Our August Favorites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/njzKM--q0VM?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><div style="text-align: center;">Danielle's August Favorites</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/n7cjRErb5C8?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><div style="text-align: center;">Hannah's August Favorites</div>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-68824051023011972542011-09-12T17:16:00.000-07:002011-09-12T17:16:25.454-07:00Beauty Forum Bookmarks: Our Favorites Part One<h3>
<a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/9565387521/beauty-forum-bookmarks-our-favorites-part-one"><br /></a></h3>
These are a few of our favorite beauty
sites! We thought we’d share the sites we have bookmarked and visit
frequently and what we love and don’t love about each of them. These are
GREAT resources, and while many of you may have heard of them, we
thought we’d share this list for <strong>all</strong> of our readers. This will be a two part series so that you can check them out in little groups.<br />
<strong><img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqkgzcWbyP1qzyrp9.png" /><br />BEAUTEZINE: </strong><em>Part magazine, part blog, this site has a little bit of everything.</em><br />
<strong>Best at</strong>: BROCHURES. Her <a href="http://www.beautezine.com/mac-fall-2011-collection-brochures/">Fall MAC Collection Brochures</a>
were the best way to view the tons of MAC collections and see EXACTLY
what was in each collection. Sheer brilliance. The monthly magazine is
usually pretty nice too.<strong><br />Lacking in: </strong>Post frequency. If you love hyper frequent posts, this one is not for you. It’s more like a magazine so it’s not <em>as</em> frequent.<br />
<img height="390" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqkh44N1aM1qzyrp9.png" width="390" /><br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqkh8q7dSz1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
<strong>Temptalia:</strong> <em>Every product ever. The latest releases, the hottest products, great dupes, and reviews of collections. </em><br />
<strong> </strong><em><br /></em><strong>Best at: </strong>Reviewing
products before they even hit shelves. Wondering whether or not to grab
that new Urban Decay Palette? Check Temptalia. The Glossover system
rates each<strong><br /></strong>product thoroughly and understandably,
with a summary of final thoughts. It’s a great system. The blog has a
swatch gallery as well, so if you’re interested in a product, check it
out ahead of time. <br /><strong>Lacking In:</strong> I love the idea of the dupe list but I find it hard to use. That might just be me, but I’ve never really found it reliable. <img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqkhln4Bdz1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
Example of the Glossover for the <a href="http://www.temptalia.com/urban-decay-15th-anniversary-eyeshadow-palette-swatches-photos-review-part-2">Urban Decay 15th Anniversary Palette.</a><br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqkhouiE7w1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
<strong>The Beauty Department:</strong> <em>Tutorials, blogs, surveys, and advice from Lauren Conrad and her Beauty Team. </em>We’ve previously introduced it <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/6744071734/look-like-lauren-conrad">here</a>.<br />
<strong>Best at: </strong>Tutorials and beauty inspiration. They have
a hairstylist and a makeup artist writing for them, so the posts are
often really informative.<br />
<strong>Lacking in:</strong> The tutorials are hit or miss. I either
am dying to try it or feel like it’s been done on the blog several times
(yes, we know LC loves winged liner, yawn!) or I just don’t like it at
all.<br />
<img height="550" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqki5o9Kn11qzyrp9.jpg" width="182" /><br />
Look out for Part Two later this week!<br />
<em>Stay beautiful,</em><br /><em>Hannah </em>Hannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-51194209236336505642011-09-12T17:15:00.000-07:002011-09-12T17:15:21.384-07:00Enchanted JewelsJewel tones reign the runways every fall for a reason. They’re
universally flattering, and they speak to the princess in all of us.
Luxurious deepened teals, bright blue-navys, rich burgundy reds, bright
ruby reds and the royal purples look as great in your wardrobe as they
do in your makeup drawer. Whether you try this perennial trend on your
eyes and nails, or you want go a little more daring and try it on your
lips, we promise that you’ll feel a little more enchanted. For more
Jewel toned fun, check out the extended column on Beauty Forum.<br />
<strong><img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqgxcmuLvX1qd4tt6.jpg" /></strong><a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P253714&categoryId=S11503&shouldPaginate=true">Stila Eye Shadow Trio in Afterhours</a>
- This trio is perfect for a night out with a smokey eye with a pop of
color. The green and the violet are perfect are also great stand alone
colors when you want to rock the jewel tones especially for eyeliner.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqgqvy1Zuk1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
<a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/shaded/168/310/Lipstick/index.tmpl">MAC Lipsticks in Hang-Up, Dubonnet, and Rebel </a>-
We love MAC’s range of lipsticks, and these three all fit the trend
beautifully. Hang-up is much deeper than Rebel when swatched, so
definitely look into that!<br />
<strong><img height="410" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqgxxgBNag1qd4tt6.jpg" width="444" /></strong><a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2232658&productId=xlsImpprod3490147&navAction=push&navCount=1&categoryId=cat80042">Maybelline Eye Studio Master Drama Eyeliner in Sapphire Strength & Vibrant Violet</a> - These are such creamy long wearing eyeliners in two really fun and unexpected jewel tones to brighten up your eyes.<br />
<img height="373" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqgrudlyXI1qzyrp9.jpg" width="373" /><br />
<a href="http://www.narscosmetics.com/color/cheeks/cream-blush/cactus-flower">Nars Cream Blush in Cactus Flower</a>-
I go visit this blush all the time. It’s my latest obsession. The
bright Ruby Red has an undeniable siren call and I think it would be
equally gorgeous blended out on fair skin and deep skin.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqgss0CuA21qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
<a href="http://www.milanicosmetics.com/p-96-specialty-nail-lacquer-one-coat-glitter.aspx">Milani One Coat Glitter Lacquer in Red Sparkle, Blue Flash and Purple Gleam</a>-
I love Miliani glitters, and these are so much fun. For the price, you
really can’t beat these adorable jewel toned nail polishes. Pick up all
three and play around!Hannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-81194988211966295942011-09-12T17:14:00.001-07:002011-09-12T17:14:23.587-07:00Incredible Exfoliators<strong><a href="http://blesshisheart.tumblr.com/">blesshisheart</a> asked <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/">beautyforum</a>:
i have combination skin, but its more oily than dry, so everyone says
exfoliation will help, but i know NOTHING about skin cleanser stuff,
besides my like acne face wash stuff, but anyways, i am on the search
for a good exfoliator and need suggestions, got anything for me? </strong><br /><br />Hello
love, I have a few wonderful options. Exfoliating is one of my favorite
things and it’s really a crucial part of my skin care routine. I have
really oily skin, so without exfoliating I’m much more prone to break
outs. Because you’re not super familiar with exfoliating, I am going to
provide you with a few links to a few short youtube videos that will
give you all the details.<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STbMgRj146U&feature=channel_video_title"><br /></a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STbMgRj146U&feature=channel_video_title"><strong>DermTV: What is Exfoliating? </strong></a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fi9w0GhXyk"><strong><br />DermTV: How Often You Should Exfoliate</strong></a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEBWUe0YJ8c"><strong><br />DermTV: The Difference Between Chemical and Physical Exfoliants</strong></a><br /><br />I
am going to provide three physical exfoliants and one chemical
exfoliant. All four of these are wonderful and I’ve used/use them. All
three of these leave my skin super smooth and wonderful by removing dead
skin cells. <br /><br />
<ul>
<li><strong><a href="http://cleanandclear.com/product/scrubs/morning-burst-detoxifying-facial-scrub">Clean & Clear Morning Burst Detoxifying Facial Scrub</a>- </strong>This a great scrub/cleanser combo that has amazing microbeads that is inexpensive and makes my skin feel squeaky clean!<br /><img height="326" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqmg2tlIrV1qd4tt6.jpg" width="269" /></li>
<li><strong><a href="http://www.stives.com/Facial-Products/Naturally-Clear/Naturally-Clear-Green-Tea-Scrub/">St. Ives Naturally Clear Green Tea Scrub</a>- </strong>This
was my first exfoliator/scrub and is still a fan favorite! It’s natural
and keeps my skin clear. I love that it gives amazing redness relief
because of the really great properties of green tea. <br /><img height="304" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqmggkNE741qd4tt6.png" width="212" /></li>
<li><a href="http://www.clinique.com/product/CATEGORY21363/PROD678/Skin_Care/ExfoliatorsMasks/index.tmpl"><strong>Clinique 7 Day Scrub Cream Rinse Off Formula</strong></a>-
This is my current favorite and it’s great for all skin types. I love
that it is so creamy, but still does an amazing job exfoliating. It gets
rid of all flakiness and dead skin, leaving my skin so smooth. This is
the priciest, but it will last me forever. A pea sized amount goes a
long way!<br /><img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqmgk11oIZ1qd4tt6.jpg" /></li>
<li><a href="http://www.walgreens.com/store/store/product/product_details.jsp?CATID=310541&navAction=pop&navCount=2&id=prod5822041"><strong>Walgreens Alpha Hydroxy Face Cream</strong></a>- If you’ve watched <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mku0UEZZfM0">my youtube channel</a>,
you know that this is my absolute favorite exfoliant. It’s like nothing
I’ve ever used because it’s a chemical exfoliant. (Watch the video
above to learn the difference.) I found this via <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qi_bsaFOcV8&feature=channel_video_title">LaFemme5278 and her in depth review</a>!
I used this at night after cleansing and toning because it’s a little
bit too heavy. In the morning, my skin is absolutely smooth and
wonderful. My skin’s texture has improved dramatically and the AHA
(Alpha Hydroxy Acid) has done wonders for my face (including keeping
breakouts at bay!) at only $8, this huge tub is a must have!<br /><img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqmgrybTHw1qd4tt6.jpg" /></li>
</ul>
I hope I gave you lots of options and that you find the one that’s perfect for you!!<br />
SWAK - DanielleHannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-62492626473768358762011-09-12T17:13:00.001-07:002011-09-12T17:13:55.494-07:00Wake Up Sleep Head, Time For SchoolSo you stayed up late last night, got less than 4 hours of sleep, now
you have to be in class in 20 and you look like a zombie. This is every
student’s nightmare, right? It doesn’t have to be. Getting enough rest
is a huge beauty must, but there are little tips and tricks to beat the
bags this school year when eight hours just isn’t an option.<br />
<ol>
<li>Night Time Eye Cream- This is important before you make it to
bed at night to reduce puffiness in the morning. Products with AHA
(Alpha Hydroxy Acid) will reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines in
the morning. <a href="http://www.neutrogena.com/product/healthy+skin+eye+cream.do?sortby=ourPicks">Neutrogena Healthy Skin Eye Cream</a> is a wonderful option because it’s super moisturizing for your eyes. ($11.99)<br /><img height="273" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqarpo33b01qd4tt6.jpg" width="273" /></li>
<li>Cold Spoons- Yes, I said spoons. One of my favorite tricks is a
couple of cold spoons right out of the freezer. At night, I pop in two
spoons on a shelf in my freezer. Then in the morning for a very quick
wake up call, I put them right on my eyes to decrease puffiness around
my eyes. It’s great right after I cleanse and moisturize my face!<br /></li>
<li>Daytime Eye Cream/Gel- Gels are amazing for your eyes during the day
because they tighten and cool around the eye area. They sooth and
soften to give a better canvas for any concealers to apply on. My
favorite is the <a href="http://www.yestocarrots.com/product/soothing-eye-gel?product_id=391010">Yes to Cucumbers Soothing Eye Gel</a>. It is great for depuffing and softening before you put on your makeup for the day! <strong>Remember to ALWAYS use your softest finger — your ring finger to pat in any creams, gels, or concealers!!!</strong><br /><img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqas70Qwrk1qd4tt6.jpg" /></li>
<li>Concealer/Brightener - This is the best way to cover up any
discoloration and dark circles after you’ve taken care of the puffiness!
I especially love ones that brighten too. My favorite liquid pen click
brightener is the super inexpensive <a href="http://www.milanicosmetics.com/p-76-hd-advanced-concealer-eye-face.aspx">Milani HD Advanced Concealer Eye & Face</a> that leaves a natural and weightless finish!<br /><img height="252" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqasceuCcq1qd4tt6.jpg" width="252" /></li>
<li>Inner Corner Highlight Eyeshadows - Once your finished with your eye
look, add a bright champagne shadow with your finger or a brush to your
inner corner to complete your look.<br /></li>
<li>Eye Roller - As a pick me up during the day, I always keep an eye
roller in my purse or makeup bag to brighten up my undereyes during the
day. My favorite is the <a href="http://www.garnierusa.com/_en/_us/our_products/product.aspx?tpcode=OUR_PRODUCTS%5EPRD_SKINCARE%5ESKIN_RENEW%5ESKIN_RENEW_DISCOVER%5ESKIN_RENEW_RTN3&prdcode=P19021">Garnier Skin Renew Anti Dark Circle Eye Roller</a> with caffeine to wake up your eyes instantly and stimulate circulation to reduce puffiness.<br /><img height="265" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqaslh4hOl1qd4tt6.png" width="202" /></li>
</ol>
Hannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-70745759703805285272011-08-21T20:39:00.001-07:002011-08-21T20:39:33.885-07:00First Day Fun<div class="post_content" id="post_content_9237990255"> <div class="post_title">Anonymous asked <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/">beautyforum</a>: </div><strong></strong> <strong> Hey! I was wondering if you can do a post about first day of school looks! Im going to be a freshman and I don’t want to stand out too much on the first day and I don’t want to go too neutral. Thankss:] </strong><br />
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</strong>Great question! I’m going to link back to a few previous posts, because I feel like we’ve done a lot of great things for you. I’ll also add lots of new things, and try to give you a range from a little color to a lot of color!<br />
I know neutrals can seem a little tired, but Danielle <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/9227538084/missglamorazzi-sweatproof-makeup-tutorial-using-urban">just did a great how-to post</a> on a Missglamorazzi tutorial using the Urban Decay 15 Palette that combines neutrals and a pop of color that I feel like you’d LOVE!<br />
Here’s a preview of that look:<br />
<img alt="image" class="" height="72" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqb6vjB4jS1qzyrp9.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="289" /><br />
Another great way to spice up your makeup routine is to <strong>try a bright pop of color on one part of your face.</strong> I’ve been really enjoying wearing hot pink blushes (blended well, of course) and simplifying the rest of my makeup. This look is <em>not</em> noticeably pink on your cheeks, but it is so much fun to put on in the morning! I promise, it looks so much more pink in the packaging.<br />
Here are two great hot pink blushes in different price ranges:<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqb72hLvtw1qzyrp9.png" style="cursor: pointer;" /><br />
<a href="http://www.eyeslipsface.com/studio/face/blush/studio_blush">ELF Studio Blush in Pink Passion</a>- A really pigmented blush for only $3!!<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="266" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqb76jH8Fx1qzyrp9.png" style="cursor: pointer;" width="326" /><br />
<a href="http://www.narscosmetics.com/color/cheeks/blush/desire">NARS Blush in Desire-</a> My favorite Barbie pink blush. I wear this so often that it’s almost become my signature look! I adore that it looks like I just came in from the cold when I wear it!<br />
Another Beauty Forum Post that featured a lot of great colors was the <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/9065758530/eye-color-basics">Eye Color Basics </a>Post. Make sure to check out <strong>what colors look best with your eye color.</strong><br />
Last, but not least, turn to Youtube. Here are a few of the best Back To School Tutorials I’ve watched this year, but try searching Back To School on Youtube right now. There are so many great videos!<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="196" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqb7qtdSkW1qzyrp9.png" style="cursor: pointer;" width="349" /><br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/makeupologie#p/u/4/c3jsq__5RLg">B</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/makeupologie#p/u/4/c3jsq__5RLg">ack to School Makeup with a Pop of Color by Makeupologie</a>- A great basic winged liner tutorial with a bright pop of color! All of her tutorials are great.<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="237" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqb7vvQfDj1qzyrp9.png" style="cursor: pointer;" width="301" /><br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/emilynoel83#p/u/14/t7wphRLHwU8">Wet N’ Wild Dancing In The Clouds Tutorial</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/emilynoel83#p/u/14/t7wphRLHwU8"> by Emilynoel83</a>- If you love color, this is for you! This also uses a drugstore trio, which is affordable on a school budget.<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="209" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqb81w8ZZl1qzyrp9.png" style="cursor: pointer;" width="379" /><br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/beautyfulthoughts#p/u/5/Hf28zC9QWnY">Edgy Lilac Liner Tutorial by Beautyfulthoughts</a>- Dawn’s tutorials are simple and gorgeous and this one would look great going from day to night. She used false lashes, but this look could be simplified and made appropriate for daytime by skipping the tightlining and the lashes!<br />
Experiment, have fun and find out what suits your personality for the first day back! A lot of these can be toned down or turned up to suit your personal tastes as well. Enjoy!<br />
<em>Stay beautiful,</em><br />
<em>Hannah</em><br />
</div>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-62907240390280261532011-08-21T20:38:00.002-07:002011-08-21T20:38:54.875-07:00Missglamorazzi Sweatproof Makeup Tutorial using Urban Decay 15 Year Anniversary Palette<div class="post_title"><br />
</div><img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="244" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqak5iMdJ21qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="411" /><br />
Hi lovelies! If you checked out Prep Talk this week, you saw the wonderful Ingrid or <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/missglamorazzi">Missglamorazzi’s</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xPu3CnlrH8">Sweatproof Makeup for Summer</a> tutorial, which has been one of my absolute go to staple looks lately. I think sometimes watching beauty gurus can be annoying when they’re doing tutorials you fall in love with and then you realize that you don’t have those exact products. In this case, I do not have the same shadows, liners, cheek, and lip color. But a similar/lighter eye look can be recreated using the wonderful <a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P292011&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=3806">Urban Decay 15 Year Anniversary</a> palette that Hannah and I have been raving about! (And of course using any other similar colors you might have hanging around in your collection!!)<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqapce7cvT1qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" /><br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqaph7Y9W71qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" /><br />
<strong>Tools:</strong><br />
<ul><li>Urban Decay 15 Year Anniversary Palette</li>
<li>MAC Paint Pot in Rubenesque</li>
<li>Eyeshadow Shader Brush</li>
<li>Angled Eyeliner Brush</li>
<li>Eyelash Curler</li>
<li>Mascara</li>
<li>Blush</li>
<li>Lipgloss</li>
</ul><img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="312" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqap37MUx21qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="417" /><br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="156" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqalh8y9VB1qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="232" /><br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="155" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqalhrL14S1qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="227" /><br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="143" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqalnbSf571qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="238" /><br />
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(All shadow pictures are from <a href="http://www.temptalia.com/urban-decay-15th-anniversary-eyeshadow-palette-swatches-photos-review-part-2#more-30808">Temptalia</a>) <strong>How to:</strong><br />
A. Start with your normal foundation routine.<br />
B. Apply MAC Rubenesque Paint Pot all over your lid or any other peachy cream eye base.<br />
C. Using the shader brush, apply the shadow, Flow, all over the lid.<br />
D. Take your finger and apply the shadow, Vanilla, to brighten the inner corner and on your brow bone (underneath your eyebrows).<br />
E. Using your angled eyeliner brush, and the color, Deep End, apply to your lower waterline.<br />
F. Curl your lashes and apply your favorite mascara to your top and bottom lashes.<br />
G. Apply your favorite peachy pink blush to your cheeks and your favorite pink gloss to your lips and you’re all set!!<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="315" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqapo2dtCo1qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="421" /><br />
For a drugstore affordable version of this look check out these two products that are such wonderful alternatives!!<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/wet-n-wild-color-icon-eye-shadow-trio/ID=prod6015794-product">WetNWild Color Icon Trio - Walking on Eggshell</a><a href="http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/wet-n-wild-color-icon-eye-shadow-trio/ID=prod6015794-product">s</a></strong> using the Eyelid & Browbone colors<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="496" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqaopcNSHK1qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="331" /><br />
(Picture via <a href="http://cafemakeup.com/2011/01/24/wet-n-wild-walking-on-eggshells-silent-treatment-review-swatches/">CafeMakeup)</a><br />
<a href="http://www.milanicosmetics.com/p-74-liquif-eye-metallic-eyeliner-pencil.aspx"><strong>Milani Liquifeye Metallic Eyeliner Pencil in Aqua</strong></a><br />
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<strong><img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqaosyEU4q1qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" /></strong><br />
<strong>Hope you enjoyed this as much I as I did!! </strong><br />
<strong>SWAK - Danielle</strong>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-10296524598487394672011-08-21T20:38:00.000-07:002011-08-21T20:38:14.982-07:00Back To School- Refresh Your Routines<div class="post_content" id="post_content_9227414993"> <div class="post_title">We’re headed back to school! Whether this means back to campus or back to the classroom, fall is upon us. It’s time to freshen up our makeup routines and remember what we love about getting ready. Sometimes we forget that being a girl is fun and that doing our hair, makeup and nails is a treat. This is a great time to invest in some items that will revitalize your interest in taking care of yourself and looking great! We’ve paired some of these items with tutorials so that you can find inspiration as how to use them! Choose palettes based on your makeup needs and your personality, and consider multiple looks when buying investment pieces for fall. Read the extended column on <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/">Beauty Forum</a> for more ideas on how to start this fall refreshed and excited about doing your makeup again, as well as in-depth help with these tutorials and more products!</div><img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq3orgZhxD1qzyrp9.png" style="cursor: pointer;" /><br />
<a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P267200&categoryId=B70#">Urban Decay Naked Palette</a>- A standard for gorgeous neutral looks, and a great palette to invest in. If you love to wear looks that range from demure to sexy, this is the palette for you!<br />
<a href="http://beautyfulthoughts.blogspot.com/2011/08/video-neutral-gradient-makeup-tutorial.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+beautyfulthoughts+%28Beautyful+Thoughts%29">Beautyful Thoughts Neutral Gradient Makeup Tutorial Using the Naked Palette</a><br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="254" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq3oxtcg6B1qzyrp9.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="426" /><br />
<a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P292011&categoryId=B70#"><img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq5mhpc2Au1qd4tt6.png" style="cursor: pointer;" /></a><br />
<a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P292011&categoryId=B70#"><br />
Urban Decay 15 Year Anniversary Eyeshadow Collection</a>- A more adventurous palette, but equally useful. A row of neutrals, a row of brights and a row of darks. Endless looks could be created with this palette. <br />
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<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xPu3CnlrH8&feature=channel_video_title">Miss Glamorazzi Sweatproof Makeup for Summer</a> (A similar look can be achieved using the Urban Decay 15 Year palette above, check out the <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/9227538084/missglamorazzi-sweatproof-makeup-tutorial-using-urban">supplement post all about this tutorial</a>!!)<br />
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<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="247" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq5n22VVYc1qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="417" /><br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq3py3FL9v1qzyrp9.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" /><br />
<a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P284703&categoryId=B70">Smashbox Softbox Lipgloss Collection</a>- A great set of Smashbox lipglosses that could get you through any situation!<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="336" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq3pqc2eA51qzyrp9.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" width="414" /><br />
<a href="http://www.target.com/Clean-Clear-CLEAN-CLEAR-REVIVIN/dp/B004YGLC0I/ref=sr_fkmr_1_1?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&keywords=clean%20and%20clear&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-1&qid=1313632479&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Clean%20Clear%20CLEAN%20CLEAR%20REVIVIN&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0">Clean & Clear Morning Burst Fruit Infusions Cleansers</a>- I love these cleansers. I (Hannah) recently bought the Hydrating Pineapple cleanser and it removes all my makeup, makes my skin baby smooth. I adore the smell and I skip to the bathroom excited to wash my face. <br />
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<img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqaiepIlTv1qd4tt6.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" /><br />
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<a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P284308&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=3976">NARS Blush/Bronzer Trio in Orgasm/Albatross/Laguna</a>- Blush, bronze and highlight all in one. You can’t go wrong with the classics. <img alt="image" class="inline_image" height="229" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqaihtjdWn1qd4tt6.png" style="cursor: pointer;" width="268" /><br />
<a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2218585&productId=xlsImpprod2240049&navAction=push&navCount=1&subdoc=20eyeloveit2010&categoryId=cat80045">Laura Geller Baked and Beautiful Kit</a>- Laura Geller’s products have become increasingly popular and this set is an incredible starter kit. Brushes, lips, blush, eyes… it’s <em>everything. </em><br />
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<img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqaqgbR9Cc1qzyrp9.jpg" style="cursor: pointer;" /><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/OPI-Touring-America-MINI-Lacquers/dp/B005G0TYRO">OPI Touring America Mini Nail Laquers Set</a>- I love mini sets because they give you an idea of the collection without costing a fortune. OPI’s latest collection was particularly great, and I’d definitely check it out.<br />
</div>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-22386455344841459522011-08-12T20:13:00.001-07:002011-08-12T20:13:29.275-07:00Friday Favorites- MascarasHey everyone! I love this feature on Beauty Forum because it's great to see what you all are using! Turns out there are a ton of Maybelline fans among us! I also doubled up names on a few mascaras because some of you share favorites! I hope I got everyone's mascara right, it was kind of difficult because a lot of brands release several mascaras with similar names! This was a HUGE Favorite Friday!!!<br />
Enjoy our Favorite Friday, Mascara edition:<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpudq7U6bg1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpudq7U6bg1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
Rimmel Glam'Eyes- <a _mce_href="spicysunshinee" href="http://www.tumblr.com/edit/spicysunshinee">Spicysunshinee</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpue26w3ba1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpue26w3ba1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
L'oreal Telescopic- <a _mce_href="http://rokkohirmel.tumblr.com/" href="http://rokkohirmel.tumblr.com/">rokkohirmel</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpue7a8CJp1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpue7a8CJp1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
Maybelline One by One Volum' Express- <a _mce_href="http://weenie-hut-juniors.tumblr.com/" href="http://weenie-hut-juniors.tumblr.com/">weenie-hut-juniors</a> and <a _mce_href="http://loveyourselfbeautifully.tumblr.com/" href="http://loveyourselfbeautifully.tumblr.com/">loveyourselfbeautifully</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuedkuUFc1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuedkuUFc1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
Maybelline Lash Stiletto- <a _mce_href="http://good-gollymissmolly.tumblr.com/" href="http://good-gollymissmolly.tumblr.com/">good-gollymissmolly</a> and <a _mce_href="http://demissio.tumblr.com/" href="http://demissio.tumblr.com/">demissio</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpueiomHHT1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpueiomHHT1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
Maybelline Volum' Express- <a _mce_href="http://purpldresses.tumblr.com/" href="http://purpldresses.tumblr.com/">purpldresses</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuerfgUOg1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuerfgUOg1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
Mary Kay Lash Love- <a _mce_href="http://C0ral.tumblr.com" href="http://c0ral.tumblr.com/">C0Ral </a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuf05y3mY1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuf05y3mY1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
Lancome Hypnose Drama- <a _mce_href="http://unpolishedthoughts.tumblr.com/" href="http://unpolishedthoughts.tumblr.com/">unpolishedthoughts</a> and <a _mce_href="http://whiteediamondss.tumblr.com/" href="http://whiteediamondss.tumblr.com/">whiteediamondss</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuf3g8DXr1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuf3g8DXr1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
Bobbi Brown Everything Mascara- <a _mce_href="http://thecollegeprepster.tumblr.com" href="http://thecollegeprepster.tumblr.com/">thecollegeprepster</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpufmkGQ3J1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpufmkGQ3J1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
Maybelline The Falsies Volum' Express- <a _mce_href="http://thefashionelectric.tumblr.com/" href="http://thefashionelectric.tumblr.com/">thefashionelectric</a> and <a _mce_href="http://seersuckerandsass.tumblr.com/" href="http://seersuckerandsass.tumblr.com/">seersuckerandsass</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpufshuzjD1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpufshuzjD1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
L'Oreal Voluminous- <a _mce_href="aprilbe" href="http://www.tumblr.com/edit/aprilbe">aprilbelles</a> and <a _mce_href="http://tangerinaballerina.tumblr.com/" href="http://tangerinaballerina.tumblr.com/">tangerinaballerina </a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpug8v3n421qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpug8v3n421qzyrp9.png" /><br />
Nivea Extreme Resist- <a _mce_href="http://sofia1020.tumblr.com/" href="http://sofia1020.tumblr.com/">sofia1020</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugc8S7G11qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugc8S7G11qzyrp9.png" /><br />
Covergirl Lash Blast-<a _mce_href="http://abroadallie.tumblr.com/" href="http://abroadallie.tumblr.com/">abroadallie</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugfnA0gD1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugfnA0gD1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
Clinique Lash Doubling- <a _mce_href="http://preppypearls.tumblr.com/" href="http://preppypearls.tumblr.com/">preppypearls</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugqbrXll1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugqbrXll1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
Dior DiorShow- <a _mce_href="http://pearls-curlsandasoutherngirl.tumblr.com/" href="http://pearls-curlsandasoutherngirl.tumblr.com/">pearls-curlsandasoutherngirl</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugu0wAnY1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugu0wAnY1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
Urban Decay Big Fatty- Caroline<br />
Finally, to our favorites. They're repeats but I wanted to add them in anyway:<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugw6PxzE1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpugw6PxzE1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://agracelamb.tumblr.com/" href="http://agracelamb.tumblr.com/">Hannah's Favorite:</a> L'Oreal Voluminous in Carbon Black- SO volumizing and the darkest mascara ever.<br />
<a _mce_href="http://littlecuppycake.tumblr.com" href="http://littlecuppycake.tumblr.com/">Danielle's Favorite</a>: L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuh4rh6Jf1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpuh4rh6Jf1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
Oh my goodness, what a roundup! Hope you've found some great mascaras to add to your list!<br />
See you next Friday!<br />
<em>Stay beautiful,</em><br />
<em>Hannah</em>Hannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-14737661232351733082011-08-10T15:56:00.001-07:002011-08-10T15:56:46.994-07:00Tuesday Manicures!Again, we apologize profusely for the delay!<br />
Here are your lovely manicures from this week:<br />
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<em> </em>I needed to get a “natural” color that would last through two weeks of pre-and-actual Sorority Recruitment. Here is my peachy-pink, sheer Shellac polish. Its regular-polish match (on my toes) is Essie’s Anniversary Gala.<em>- <a _mce_href="http://C0ral.tumblr.com" href="http://c0ral.tumblr.com/">C0ral</a></em><br />
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A Sephora by OPI dupe for OPI's Lincoln Park After Dark with OPI Silver Shatter on the accent nail. -<a _mce_href="http://kellybelly04.tumblr.com/" href="http://kellybelly04.tumblr.com/">kellybelly04</a><br />
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OPI Aphrodite’s Pink Nightie with OPI top coat!- <a _mce_href="http://pearls-curlsandasoutherngirl.tumblr.com/" href="http://pearls-curlsandasoutherngirl.tumblr.com/">pearls-curlsandasoutherngirl</a><br />
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Ombre nails! Essie's Coat Azure with white added. -<a _mce_href="http://kaitmarie.tumblr.com" href="http://kaitmarie.tumblr.com/">Kaitmarie </a><br />
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I'm wearing Essie Tea and Crumpets and Deborah Lippmann happy birthday over the ring fingers!! - Caroline<br />
<a _mce_href="http://agracelamb.tumblr.com/" href="http://agracelamb.tumblr.com/">Hannah's</a> Manicure: OPI Lucky Lucky Lavender- Close to Essie Splash of Grenadine, but lighter and a little more pink.<br />
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<a _mce_href="littlecuppycake.tumblr.com" href="http://www.tumblr.com/edit/littlecuppycake.tumblr.com">Danielle</a>'s Manicure: Essie Turquoise and Caicos. No explanation needed. This is one of my all time favesies and it is an instant pick me up.<br />
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Love, Hannah & DanielleHannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-75895929260657975802011-08-10T15:54:00.000-07:002011-08-10T15:58:33.127-07:00Our Youtube Favorites<b> Anonymous asked:</b><br />
<b>Who are your favorite beauty gurus on Youtube? </b><br />
Ah! This is such a hard question! I (Hannah) just got into watching Youtube videos when we started this blog, really. So I'll be very honest in saying that it's kind of a whole new world for me. Since a lot of these would be overlap, we decided to make Gurus or not, these are the people I jump in excitement when their videos are posted, in NO particular order:<br />
<ul><li><b>Ashlyn of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/user/makeupologie#p/u/19/uu3Sb4Jrp4M" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/makeupologie#p/u/19/uu3Sb4Jrp4M">Makeupologie-</a></b> She got me into youtube videos via Beautylish. Her looks are easy and fun and totally appropriate for someone my age. I ADORE her makeup style and just can't say enough about her.</li>
</ul><a href="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkk6cU61H1qzyrp9.png" imageanchor="1"><img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkk6cU61H1qzyrp9.png" border="0" height="179" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkk6cU61H1qzyrp9.png" width="320" /></a><i>From her latest Back To School Video!</i><br />
<ul><li><b>Dawn</b> of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/user/beautyfulthoughts#p/u/1/Hf28zC9QWnY" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/beautyfulthoughts#p/u/1/Hf28zC9QWnY">Beautyful Thoughts</a>- First of all, she is the nicest girl EVER. Secondly, her tutorials and videos are AMAZING. We've featured her here before and I absolutely love her. She's creative, funny and I love her makeup.From <img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkkdeHYrN1qzyrp9.png" height="191" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkkdeHYrN1qzyrp9.png" width="354" /><i>From her Edgy Lilac Eyeliner Tutorial, which was featured on Beautylish! </i></li>
<li><b>Jayme and Mendi</b> of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/user/herlatenightcravings" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/herlatenightcravings">Her Late Night Cravings</a>- If you follow me on twitter, you probably see that I tweet them all the time. They're so nice and they've been so supportive of us here at Beauty Forum. We LOVE their sense of humor and their videos are always interesting. I like that they're coming up with new Tags and branching out. There's always something fun going on at Her Late Night Cravings and I will always be watching. Can't say enough about them, really. Check out their <a _mce_href="http://www.herlatenightcravings.blogspot.com/" href="http://www.herlatenightcravings.blogspot.com/">blog </a>as well.<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkko2vcrO1qzyrp9.png" height="225" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkko2vcrO1qzyrp9.png" width="404" /><i>From their TAG Our Makeup Story Video</i></li>
<li><b>Eshani</b> of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/user/TotalMakeupJunkie101" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/TotalMakeupJunkie101">TotalMakeupJunkie101</a>- Her collection is seriously enviable. I watched her Urban Decay 15th Anniversary Palette video and was blown away by her effort to swatch and compare shadows. She puts so much work into her videos and it really shows. I also loved her MAC dupes video, both of which we featured on Beauty Forum.<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkksr3Q8C1qzyrp9.png" height="297" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkksr3Q8C1qzyrp9.png" width="332" /><i>From her MAC Dupes Video. </i></li>
<li><b>Emily </b>of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/user/beautyfulthoughts#p/u/1/Hf28zC9QWnY" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/beautyfulthoughts#p/u/1/Hf28zC9QWnY">emilynoel83</a>- She's a Youtube favorite for a reason. Her videos cater to everyone as far as price range, skill level and age which is incredible. She's just that accessible. Her MAC Dupes video blew everyone away but she has continued to prove that you can look gorgeous without breaking the bank. <img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkl80WXTY1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpkl80WXTY1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
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I've (Danielle) been watching the Youtube beauty community for about a year now and I'm obsessed! Some of mine and Han's overlap, so I won't repeat those. But these are the ones I am always excited to watch/have watched the most of!!</li>
<li><b>Ingrid</b> of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/missglamorazzi" href="http://www.youtube.com/missglamorazzi">Missglamorazzi</a>- She was probably the first girl I actually related to. (Oily skin) I love her personality and she's really intelligent and fun to watch. She is really passionate about the products she loves (this is where I get a lot of my favorites from!) and posts a nice variety of types of videos. <br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn8k96duE1qd4tt6.png" height="318" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn8k96duE1qd4tt6.png" width="440" /> From her July Favorites</li>
<li><b>Allison</b> of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/amarixe" href="http://www.youtube.com/amarixe">Amarixe</a>- I found her from Ingrid above, and Fleur, below. She's one of my biggest color inspirations. She has such a variety of colorful gorgeous eye tutorials that are perfect for those who wouldn't be as daring as Xsparkage. I love that she doesn't always talk about what's "trendy," but more of what she loves even if it isn't popular. <br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn8ribW5y1qd4tt6.png" height="246" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn8ribW5y1qd4tt6.png" width="390" /><i> From her Paint by Numbers Tutorial</i></li>
<li><b>Fleur</b> from <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/FleurDeForce" href="http://www.youtube.com/FleurDeForce">Fleurdeforce</a>- Ingrid and Allison's English best friend. She is seriously wonderful. I love her tutorials because they're right up my alley. They're neutral, effortless and gorgeous. I love her Best and Worst videos because they share amazing products. I also love love her blog for even more great beauty stuff. More recently, I've been in love with her English beauties tutorial series!!<br />
<i><img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn8xof8Bp1qd4tt6.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn8xof8Bp1qd4tt6.png" /></i> <i>From her Princess Diana makeup tutorial</i></li>
<li><b>Tracy & Stefanie </b>of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/user/eleventhgorgeous" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/eleventhgorgeous">Eleventhgorgeous</a>- These two constantly crack me up. I love them. They have the best video ideas from nail trends, hair tutorials, and reviews. They're the best girls for drugstore makeup. They have the best finds on a budget that are great great products that you'd never find. I also adore their Southern accents and when they're Tammy Lou & Sally Ann. They're hilarious. <br />
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<i>From their Drugstore Haul with Bloopers</i></li>
<li><b>Erica </b>of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/user/MissCupcakeBeauty" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/MissCupcakeBeauty">MissCupcakeBeauty</a>- The first Tumblr girl I found on youtube that I was obviously instantly drawn to BECAUSE of her name. She has such a great personality and her hauls were my first exposure to ELF and the reason I ran to Target and bought the eyelash curler. <br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn9f8I6oP1qd4tt6.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn9f8I6oP1qd4tt6.png" /><br />
<i>From her Target haul</i></li>
<li><b>Wendy </b>of <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/user/BentleyBlonde" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/BentleyBlonde">BentleyBlonde</a>- Okay, so sometimes I need a good pick me up and Wendy is my favorite youtuber to make me laugh. She is hilarious, like I can't even explain how funny she is. The first video I ever saw is one of her Crap Products video and I laughed so hard I cried. I love how absolutely honest she is and how wonderful her personality is. Definitely go watch her latest crap products, you'll crack up. <br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn9tq68mi1qd4tt6.png" height="312" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpn9tq68mi1qd4tt6.png" width="387" /> <i>From her April 2011 Crap Products (MY FAVORITE VIDEO!!)</i></li>
</ul>Love, Hannah and DanielleHannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-89852240125649952022011-08-07T13:20:00.001-07:002011-08-07T13:20:56.674-07:00Cream Shadows Play Well With Others<strong>Anonymous asked: </strong> <br />
<strong> Can you mix cream shadow and regular shadow?? (i.e cream base and a color over?) Will it work? </strong><br />
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In short, absolutely!! We’ve talked in the past about using MAC Paint Pots as a base, but I assume you’re talking about more traditional cream shadows. I love mixing cream shadows and regular shadows to create eye looks.<br />
Here’s a cream shadow/regular shadow look that I’ve worn a LOT recently:<br />
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<a href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/Benefit-creaseless-cream-eyeshadow-liner/dp/B0044DUX42?ie=UTF8&id=Benefit%20creaseless%20cream%20eyeshadow%20liner&field_product_site_launch_date_utc=-1y&field_availability=-1&field_browse=2357878011&searchSize=12&searchNodeID=2357878011&searchPage=1&refinementHistory=brandtextbin%2Csubjectbin%2Ccolor_map%2Cprice%2Csize_name&searchRank=salesrank#">Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadow</a> in Sippin’ n Dippin’ - I apply this to my lid all over. These are AMAZING. I love the Benefit Creaseless cream shadows so much that I have four of them!<br />
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<a href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/Benefit-velvet-eyeshadow/dp/B00279NKKO?ie=UTF8&id=Benefit%20velvet%20eyeshadow&field_product_site_launch_date_utc=-1y&field_availability=-1&field_browse=2357878011&searchSize=12&searchNodeID=2357878011&searchPage=1&refinementHistory=brandtextbin%2Csubjectbin%2Ccolor_map%2Cprice%2Csize_name&searchRank=salesrank#">Benefit Velvet Eyeshadow in Buckle Bunny</a>- I sweep this into my crease with a crease brush.<br />
So this is that look put together. It’s a little hard to see here, sorry. You can see the pop of peach layered with that gorgeous taupe-y shade. My point here is that you can ALWAYS layer your regular eyeshadows over cream shadows!<br />
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Try playing with contrasting colors, or even using dark cream shadows as liners!<br />
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<em>Stay beautiful,</em><br />
<em>Hannah</em>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-4644540430127659092011-08-07T13:19:00.001-07:002011-08-07T13:19:59.462-07:00Hair Dryers: Splurge or Save?<strong>Anonymous asked: </strong> <br />
<strong> What are your recommendations on Professional/High End hair dryers? I’ve been buying a new Con Air every year for as long as I can remember and it’s just not cutting it. I’ve done some research at Ulta and I’m torn between Sedu’s Revolution Dryer and Rusk’s Speed Freak. <br />
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To be perfectly honest, both of us let our hair air dry first about 90% of the time. This is absolutely a personal preference thing, but it just doesn’t make us very knowledgeable about hair dryers. Personally, I have a cheap little hair dryer that I drag out when I’m in a hurry and it does the job.<br />
What I was able to do is find an <a href="http://www.beautylish.com/a/vmguv/how-to-choose-hair-dryer">article on Beautylish about Hair dryers</a>! It even features 3 cheap and 3 high end dryers at the end of the article. I’d also look up the ones you looked into on Beautylish and look into more specific reviews. Here’s a photo from the article:<br />
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Hope this helped!<br />
<em>Stay Beautiful,</em><br />
<em>Hannah</em>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-25416904866587766112011-08-06T16:41:00.000-07:002011-08-06T16:41:02.257-07:00Friday Favorites - LipstickFriday Favorites are definitely becoming my FAVORITE time of the week. (See what I did there? haha) Okay, so this week I wanted to do lipstick because lipstick is quickly becoming one of my favorite items to shop for, so I wanted some suggestions of your favorites.<br />
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Essence Femme Fatale - <a href="http://pearlsandahalo.tumblr.com/">pearlsandahalo</a><br />
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MAC Red - <a href="http://minacarter.tumblr.com/">minacarter</a><br />
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E.L.F. Classy - <a href="http://anamalgamation.tumblr.com/">anamalgamation</a><br />
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Pixi Rose Lip Treatment in Lip Petal - <a href="http://beauty-obsessed.tumblr.com/">beauty-obsessed</a><br />
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MAC Vegas Volt - <a href="http://kellybelly04.tumblr.com/">kellybelly04</a><br />
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Barry M Baby Pink - <a href="http://fuckyeahprettyshitpoutsandpunks.tumblr.com/">fuckyeahprettyshitpoutsandpunks</a><br />
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MAC Hue - <a href="http://gettinluckyinkentucky.tumblr.com/">gettinluckyinkentucky</a><br />
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Clinique High Impact Citrus Rose - <a href="http://smileandsaygodbless.tumblr.com/">smileandsaygodbless</a><br />
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Those were all of our lovely submissions! So wonderful everyone. There’s such a great variety of shades! Look out for the next announcement for the Friday Favorite next Thursday! Remember to send us your Friday Favorites by 9PM EST/6PM PST each Friday, so you can be included. :) Last, but not least here are mine and Hannah’s picks!<br />
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<a href="http://agracelamb.tumblr.com/">Hannah’s Pick:</a><br />
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MAC Ever Hip (Limited Edition)<br />
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<a href="http://littlecuppycake.tumblr.com/">Danielle’s Pick</a><br />
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MAC Jubilee (My M.L.B.B. shade!!) MLBB = My Lips But Better :)<br />
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SWAK - DanielleDaniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-34843311406050233322011-08-06T16:39:00.001-07:002011-08-06T16:39:33.531-07:00More About Brushes!<strong><a href="http://keeping-it-classy.tumblr.com/">keeping-it-classy</a> asked <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/">beautyforum</a>: I need some new makeup brushes, and I’d like nice ones. The problem is that they can get expensive. Could you recommend some nice brushes (for eyes, mostly. But face ones will help as well—especially a contouring brush) that are inexpensive?</strong><br />
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<strong> Anonymous asked <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/">beautyforum</a>: Hi ladies! I’ve recently been getting more into make-up and learning how to actually do it well, and I’m thinking that it’s about time that I bought an eye shadow brush. I don’t know that much about how much make-up brushes normally cost or how to determine when a brush is good quality, so I was hoping you guys could give me some tips on picking out make-up brushes and maybe share the brushes you love to use.</strong><strong> Thank you!!</strong><br />
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Thank you so much for asking these questions regarding brushes because they are definitely makeup collection staples. Hannah and I actually use a variety of low end brushes found just at Target. Neither of us have heavily dived into anything high end or expensive such as MAC or Sigma quite yet. We don’t think it’s absolutely necessary right off the bat for someone experimenting and doing everyday makeup. One brand that I previously spoke about was ELF in this <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/7846708541/brushes-brushes-brushes">post</a>. ELF proves that makeup brushes do not need to super expensive to be quality.<br />
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In addition to the Essentials set of brushes, I adore the <a href="http://www.eyeslipsface.com/studio/brushes">Studio black handled brushes</a>. A brush set is a perfect way to get started with a brush collection. I love the<a href="http://www.eyeslipsface.com/studio/brushes"> ELF Studio 11 Piece Collection</a> that comes inside of a convenient case. These are highly raved about!<br />
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Other inexpensive brands with really great brushes are <a href="http://www.target.com/b/ref=br_Sonia-Kashuk-Cosmetic-Brushes?ie=UTF8&node=13418071&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchRank=pmrank">Sonia Kashuk</a> and <a href="http://www.target.com/Eco-Tools-5-pc-Brush-Set/dp/B003ZX32ZO/ref=sc_qi_detaillink">EcoTools</a>! I have a few brushes from both of these brands as well and they are really wonderful for all purposes.Both of these brands can be found in Target stores with a variety of options for sets and individual brushes pretty inexpensively. <br />
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If you’d rather look into buying individual brushes depending upon your needs, I’d definitely recommend reading up on the types of brushes for each use. I love <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/6744071734/look-like-lauren-conrad">The Beauty Department</a> and they actually did a series of posts geared towards the use of various cosmetic brushes. Here is the <a href="http://thebeautydepartment.com/2011/06/brush-class/">face series</a>, the <a href="http://thebeautydepartment.com/2011/06/brush-class-part-deux/">cheek series</a>, and the<a href="http://thebeautydepartment.com/2011/08/brush-class-iii-eyes/"> eye series</a>. These posts are extremely informational and great for any makeup lover - beginning or advanced!<br />
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I hope this post about brushes was even more helpful for all of your great questions regarding brushes!<br />
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SWAK - DanielleDaniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-81848026465265691972011-08-03T19:48:00.001-07:002011-08-03T19:48:46.586-07:00Liquid Liner<strong>Anonymous asked: </strong><br />
<strong> What is the best liquid pen eyeliner for an everyday look? I seem to always get the line too thick and too far away from my lash. I want a thin line look. Thanks! and love the blog!!! </strong><br />
Thanks so much, dear! I’ve mentioned previously that I love liquid pen liners and that they’re a staple in my makeup routine.<br />
Getting a thin line is all about precision, practice and the right eyeliner. I know it seems frustrating, but don’t be afraid to put on your liner a couple of times as practice. Liquid liner takes some learning, and if you keep q-tips and eye makeup remover nearby you can start over and try again easily without getting too frustrated. I love pens because they make it so much easier. Pens are great because they give you more control. For more tips on perfecting your lines refer to our past posts on liner:<br />
<a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/6700302105/eyeliner-basics">Eyeliner Basics</a><br />
<a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/6871424634/tightlining-with-the-greatest-of-ease">Tightlining With the Greatest of Ease</a> - I especially recommend this post, tightlining is a great thin line look to perfect!<br />
<a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/7289939405/eyeliner-help">Eyeliner Help</a>- More tips to help steady your hand<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpdu0vm7Ku1qzyrp9.png" style="cursor: pointer;" /><br />
<a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2167525&productId=xlsImpprod1060472&navAction=push&navCount=1&subdoc=42740offrevlonwk3210&categoryId=cat80042#sku2167524">Revlon ColorStay Liquid Eye Pen in Blackest Black-</a> This is my go to eye pen. I adore this, and it gives you great control with a fine tip. It’s liner for dummies!<br />
<img alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpdtwy9Ujh1qzyrp9.png" style="cursor: pointer;" /><br />
<a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2206343&productId=xlsImpprod2830021&navAction=push&navCount=1&subdoc=48140offmaybellinewk3210&categoryId=cat80042">Maybelline Line Stiletto in Blackest Black </a><br />
If you’re willing to branch out of a pen, I’ve heard great things about Maybelline’s Line Stiletto because of its super-fine tip. This would be great for giving you that super fine line you’re looking for.<br />
<em>Stay Beautiful,</em><br />
<em>Hannah</em>Hannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-33108074602376107492011-08-01T17:11:00.000-07:002011-08-01T17:11:38.616-07:00Don't Sweat It- Sorority Rush Makeup Help for Hot Weather!<strong><a _mce_href="http://andreasanders.tumblr.com/" href="http://andreasanders.tumblr.com/">andreasanders</a> asked <a _mce_href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/" href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/">beautyforum</a>: </strong><br />
<strong> I'm going through recruitment for a sorority in less than one week. </strong><br />
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<strong> However the temperatures are going to be above 100 degrees F and we have to walk a lot to get from house to house. </strong><br />
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<strong> What are some tips to make your makeup sweat proof? How can I make sure it stays on throughout the heat? </strong><br />
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GREAT question! I'm also rushing later this fall (my college starts a little later and rush won't be until September, and I'm a transfer student, blahblahblah) but I'm so excited for you! I completely understand your concerns about the heat though! I'm going to break this up by section to make it easier to help you out!<br />
<strong>FACE:</strong><br />
The best way to beat the heat and keep your makeup in place is to form an amazing base. We're talking PRIMERS.<br />
Primers don't have to be expensive, and are a great way to keep your makeup from budging, smudging and looking messy.<br />
Here are our two favorite primers for under your foundation:<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9v2sG92k1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9v2sG92k1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2218412&productId=xlsImpprod2300047&navAction=push&navCount=1&subdoc=53530offwk2310cg&categoryId=cat80020" href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2218412&productId=xlsImpprod2300047&navAction=push&navCount=1&subdoc=53530offwk2310cg&categoryId=cat80020">Covergirl and Olay Simply Ageless Serum Primer-</a> This is a great primer in that it just works. I've been using this in the humid Charlotte weather and my foundation has not budged!<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9x03HBtL1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9x03HBtL1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://www.walmart.com/ip/Hard-Candy-Sheer-Envy-Cosmetic-Primer/12441151" href="http://www.walmart.com/ip/Hard-Candy-Sheer-Envy-Cosmetic-Primer/12441151">Hard Candy Sheer Envy Primer</a>- Another great primer, this is Danielle's favorite and is said to be even better than the much more expensive Smasbox primer!<br />
I'd also recommend keeping your foundation light in general. Primers are great, but they aren't MAGIC. If you wear a ton of foundation it will probably melt a little. Try switching to a tinted moisturizer for the week! Light and natural is best.<br />
<strong>EYES: </strong><br />
Again, prime, prime, prime! A primer/shadow combo would be great for rush because it combines products and is easy to touch up! I love <a _mce_href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/Benefit-creaseless-cream-eyeshadow-liner/dp/B0044DUX42?ie=UTF8&id=Benefit%20creaseless%20cream%20eyeshadow%20liner&field_product_site_launch_date_utc=-1y&field_availability=-1&field_browse=2357878011&searchSize=12&searchNodeID=2357878011&searchPage=1&refinementHistory=brandtextbin%2Csubjectbin%2Ccolor_map%2Cprice%2Csize_name&searchRank=s#" href="http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/Benefit-creaseless-cream-eyeshadow-liner/dp/B0044DUX42?ie=UTF8&id=Benefit%20creaseless%20cream%20eyeshadow%20liner&field_product_site_launch_date_utc=-1y&field_availability=-1&field_browse=2357878011&searchSize=12&searchNodeID=2357878011&searchPage=1&refinementHistory=brandtextbin%2Csubjectbin%2Ccolor_map%2Cprice%2Csize_name&searchRank=s#">the Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadows,</a> I have 4 of them.<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9vu6JgIM1qzyrp9.png" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9vu6JgIM1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
We previously did a <a _mce_href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/6593892892/eyeshadow-primers" href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/6593892892/eyeshadow-primers">whole post on eyeshadow primers</a>, so I'm actually going to link back to this!<br />
Other tips for keeping your eye makeup in place:<br />
<ul><li>ONLY wear eyeshadow/liner on the TOP lashline/lid. Makeup tends to drift and move a lot more on the bottom lashline. ESPECIALLY if you're thinking about liner.</li>
<li>Wear waterproof mascara if you're really concerned about sweat.</li>
</ul><strong>CHEEKS: </strong><br />
Blush is tricky in heat! If you're fair-skinned like I am, you might considering skipping it. I turn bright red in the heat and don't need any help with color. If you're lucky enough to not have that issue, then just AVOID cream blushes, which drift in the heat.<br />
Gel/Tint blushes are a great option because they stain your cheeks and therefore can't really "melt." The Benefit line has a great range of colors that flatter EVERY complexion and go with every makeup look.<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9wg5PMgv1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9wg5PMgv1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P210589" href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P210589">Benefit Posie Tint</a><br />
<strong>LIPS: </strong><br />
You probably will want to keep it natural for rush anyway, but I'd recommend sticking to things that you won't constantly have to check on. Lipstick is a little too high maintenance for rush and for heat, so I'm thinking that a stain (again) is a better option. That, or a tinted balm. Tinted balms are great because you look like you're wearing just the tiniest hint of color without looking like you're trying too hard. Gloss can be sticky and uncomfortable in heat, so I prefer these two options in hot weather:<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9wne3BVJ1qzyrp9.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9wne3BVJ1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P258208&categoryId=B70" href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P258208&categoryId=B70">Stila Lip and Cheek Stains</a>- My mom just bought one of these and it's a gorgeous stain. I love stains, and these have a glossy finish.<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9wpilc8I1qzyrp9.png" height="240" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp9wpilc8I1qzyrp9.png" width="395" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2224431&productId=xlsImpprod3220111&navAction=push&navCount=1&categoryId=cat80066%20cat80178#sku2224435" href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2224431&productId=xlsImpprod3220111&navAction=push&navCount=1&categoryId=cat80066%20cat80178#sku2224435">Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm in Rose-</a> One of my all-time favorite products. Gorgeous and not nearly as red as it looks. Just a gorgeous tint. It also comes in a few lighter shades, but like I said, this doesn't wear quite so red.<br />
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I really hope this helps! Let me know how rush goes! I'm really looking forward to mine in a month or so!<br />
<em>Stay beautiful,</em><br />
<em>Hannah</em>Hannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-56941857257671572402011-07-31T21:24:00.000-07:002011-07-31T21:24:34.666-07:00Danielle's July Favorites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><object width="320" height="266" class="BLOGGER-youtube-video" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" data-thumbnail-src="http://1.gvt0.com/vi/3-DV-WqF_CU/0.jpg"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/3-DV-WqF_CU&fs=1&source=uds" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF" /><embed width="320" height="266" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/3-DV-WqF_CU&fs=1&source=uds" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object></div>Things Mentioned:<br />
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in SemiPrecious Crystal Pink<br />
NYX Eyeshadow Base in Skintone<br />
MAC Lipstick in Gem of Roses<br />
Revlon ColorBurst Lipgloss in Orchid<br />
Urban Decay 15th Anniversary Palette<br />
L'Oreal Paris Telescopic Mascara in Blackest Black<br />
Essie Turquoise and Caicos <br />
Essie My Hut or Yours<br />
OPI Pamplona Purple<br />
Sally Hansen Salon Airbrush Legs<br />
Bath & Body Works Fragrance Mist in Pomegranate Citrus<br />
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Pilot B2P Pens<br />
Kitchenaid Measuring Cups <br />
Kitchenaid Measuring Spoons (Both from Target)<br />
Pithivier (French pastry)Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-34762235308822193992011-07-31T17:41:00.000-07:002011-07-31T17:41:00.565-07:00Video: Hannah's Ulta/Drugstore Haul<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/74rvqeXEgFo?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div>Hannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-47685410097322104852011-07-31T17:38:00.001-07:002011-07-31T17:38:42.263-07:00Bright, Brighter, Brightest: Eye TutorialsWe thought we'd give you a few little tutorials so that you can try out the looks inspired by our Prep Talk column this week! We tried out three bright eye looks in varying intensity, and we're teaching you how to achieve them! We'll give specific products, but you can sub out for anything you have in your collection, and even change the colors. Pardon the scary close-up shots, but we wanted you to be able to see the MAKEUP. If we ever do this again, it will get better.<br />
BRIGHT: A pop of pink with neutrals. Hannah wore this look in her latest Haul video, so if you want to see it in action, watch that! This look can still be paired with a light gloss because it's still very toned down.<br />
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<strong>HOW TO: </strong><br />
Tools: URBAN DECAY 15th Anniversary Palette (or any palette with a bright pink, and neutrals!) <br />
<ul><li>Prime lids with your favorite primer </li>
<li>Swipe TAINTED (or a light pink) on the inner lid with a fluffy brush</li>
<li>Swipe JUNKSHOW (or a BRIGHT fuchsia) on the center lid and outer lid with the same fluffy brush</li>
<li>Blend MIDNIGHT 15 (or a light, iridescent brown) into the inner half of the crease with a crease brush </li>
<li>Blend CHASE (or a medium brown) into the outer corner and crease with a crease brush</li>
<li>Swipe two coats of your favorite Mascara on the top lashes! </li>
</ul><strong>BRIGHTER- </strong>A smokey look complete with a bright pink inspired by Quinn's GAGA look in the Glee episode, Theatricality (minus the hot pink feather lashes of course!) Finish this off with a light pink gloss and more neutral cheeks. Great for night time!<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp7ujvD7t11qd4tt6.jpg" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp7ujvD7t11qd4tt6.jpg" /><br />
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<strong>HOW TO: </strong><br />
Tools: NYX Eyeshadow Base, ELF Brightening Eye Color Quad in PUNK FUNK, Urban Decay NAKED palette, ULTA shadows in Zephyr & Platinum, L'Oreal Voluminous mascara, L'Oreal Paris Lineur Intense, & eyelash curler.<br />
<ul><li>Prime lids with your favorite primer. I used NYX Eyeshadow Base in Skintone. </li>
<li>Pack the hot pink shadow from the ELF quad (or any other bright pink) all over your lid and blend under your bottom lashline. </li>
<li>Add GUNMETAL from the NAKED palette (or any other smoky shimmery gray) to the top half of your lid, partially covering the pink. </li>
<li>Blend CREEP from the NAKED palette (or another black) into the crease and into the outer v. </li>
<li>Blend Ulta's ZEPHYR (or another medium purple) lightly over GUNMETAL and into the crease. </li>
<li>Blend darker colors with a clean fluffy brush to get rid of any harsh lines.</li>
<li>Add Ulta's PLATINUM all over the lid gently for a softer look and add more pink as necessary. (Optional)</li>
<li>Finish by adding the pearly white from the ELF Brightening Eye palette to your inner corners. </li>
<li>Line your top lashline with a thin black line and use a thicker black pencil to smudge on your lower lash line. I used NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in BLACK BEAN. </li>
<li>Curl your lashes and add your favorite volumizing mascara to your top and bottom lashes!</li>
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Definitely way more toned down in natural lighting, but so gorgeous.<br />
<strong>BRIGHTEST! </strong>Keep your face BARE. This look is for the daring. It's SO easy though!<br />
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I used a few products for this look, so it's just about what you have. These are ALL drugstore products though! I also wanted to show you what it looks like without flash so you can get an idea of how wearable it can be. I think it's MUCH more intimidating up close and with flash, so this is an idea of what it looks like on a person in real life:<br />
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See? Not so scary!<br />
HOW TO:<br />
Tools:<br />
Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips Pop Green Eyes<br />
Revlon Matte Shadow in Venetian Blue<br />
Rimmel London Soft Kohl in Loveable Lilac (my all time favorite colored liner, by the way!) <br />
Essence Kajal Pencil in Cool Breeze<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp7m4rcvA61qzyrp9.jpg" height="271" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp7m4rcvA61qzyrp9.jpg" width="361" /><br />
How to:<br />
<ul><li>Line inner half of upper eyes with Essence Cool Breeze pencil, or other teal liner </li>
<li>Line outer half of upper eyes with Revlon matte Venetian blue, using a WET angled eyeliner brush.</li>
<li>Line bottom inner half of eyes with Rimmel Loveable Lilac</li>
<li>Line bottom outer half of eyes with Physician's Formula Purple (I used the purple between the teal and the green. It's a cool, dark purple.) Again, use a WET angled eyeliner brush. </li>
</ul>Would you try bright eye looks? How do you wear bright shadows?!<br />
Love,<br />
Hannah and DanielleHannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-75938236996086021002011-07-31T17:36:00.001-07:002011-07-31T17:36:55.987-07:00Bright and Bold!Sometimes demure just doesn’t do it when it comes to makeup. Bold makeup is back, and brights are here to stay. Fall collections feature shades ranging from royal blues to bright oranges. The bright trend is wearable as long as you know to limit it to one feature on your face. Wear bright cheeks with a smudge of mascara or bright eyes with just chapstick to avoid looking like an 80’s mishap. Check out the extended column at <a _mce_href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/" href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/">Beauty Forum</a> for tons of extra products and some fun bright eye looks!<br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp1yj1LQ9W1qzyrp9.jpg" alt="image" class="inline_image" height="391" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp1yj1LQ9W1qzyrp9.jpg" width="391" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://www.narscosmetics.com/color/cheeks/blush/desire" href="http://www.narscosmetics.com/color/cheeks/blush/desire">NARS Blush in Desire</a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp2kamsW2s1qzyrp9.jpg" alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp2kamsW2s1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P286606&categoryId=S10501&shouldPaginate=true" href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P286606&categoryId=S10501&shouldPaginate=true">Givenchy Le Prissmissime 9-Colors Eyeshadow </a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp1zmkktAL1qzyrp9.jpg" alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp1zmkktAL1qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=revlon+snowsilver+rose&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=4869416995575149004&sa=X&ei=b5cxTq6uO4j50gG6uqWYDA&ved=0CE4Q8wIwBA" href="http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=revlon+snowsilver+rose&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=4869416995575149004&sa=X&ei=b5cxTq6uO4j50gG6uqWYDA&ved=0CE4Q8wIwBA">Revlon Moon Drops Lipstick in Snowsilver Rose </a><br />
<img _mce_src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp2la1niQe1qzyrp9.png" alt="image" class="inline_image" src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp2la1niQe1qzyrp9.png" /><br />
<a _mce_href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2218413&productId=xlsImpprod2300069&navAction=push&navCount=1#sku2218430" href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2218413&productId=xlsImpprod2300069&navAction=push&navCount=1#sku2218430">Covergirl Liquiline Blast in Green Glow</a><br />
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<a _mce_href="http://www.essie.com/nail-colors/" href="http://www.essie.com/nail-colors/">Essie Tangerine</a>Hannahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13617171733165890223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1362209132305048111.post-8961771345804226242011-07-27T21:32:00.000-07:002011-07-27T21:32:09.903-07:00Lipspiration<h3><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://allthekidstheydance.tumblr.com/">allthekidstheydance</a> asked: I don’t wear any makeup besides eyeliner and mascara, but I kinda wanna change it up and do something dramatic with my lips. Any suggestions on how to find the perfect lip shade? </span></h3><b></b> Branching out with lip color can be so much fun! I love Emma Stone’s lip choices lately. She’s done some AMAZING things, all over the color spectrum from nude to bright neon pink to classic red.<br />
<img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp0xilawW21qzyrp9.jpg" /><br />
All photos are from Beautylish’s <a href="http://www.beautylish.com/a/vpvrr/why-we-love-emma-stone">Why We Love Emma Stone Article</a><br />
So to help you out, I’m going to link you back to a few Beauty Forum posts to help you out first:<br />
<a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/7288663888/everyday-lipsticks">Everyday Lipsticks</a>- This post is great and will give you some nice pink, coral and nude options. Nothing quite as bright as Miss Stones lips in the middle two photos, but that’s not for everyone anyway.<br />
<a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/6790044483/watermelon-pink-lips">Watermelon Pink Lips</a>- If you’re looking for a bright lip, this is the post to click!<br />
<a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/6587704472/finding-your-perfect-red-lipstick">Finding Your Perfect Red Lipstick</a>- Love that last look? This will help you get there. Red lips NEVER go out of style and look great on everyone.<br />
Now for my personal suggestions for you. If you’re looking to start experimenting with lip color, I suggest trying pigmented glosses. They’re not as tricky as lipstick, but they’re just as fun.<br />
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<a href="http://www.smashbox.com/LIP-ENHANCING-GLOSS">Smashbox Lip Enhancing Gloss</a>- I love these. I just bought my first Smashbox gloss after Jayme from <a href="http://herlatenightcravings.blogspot.com/">Her Late Night Cravings</a> raved about them. I bought Tease, which is the perfect hot pink meets berry shade and I’m still obsessed with it! These glosses are not sticky or tacky and they wear so well! I (Hannah) am not a gloss girl, but I’m absolutely in love with these. They even fade to a softer, matte version of the color, if that makes sense. The best gloss I’ve ever owned, and they have SUPER unique shades. I’ll definitely be buying more!<br />
<a href="http://www.revlon.com/Revlon-Home/Products/Lips/Lipgloss/Revlon-ColorBurst-Lipgloss.aspx#">Revlon ColorBurst Lipgloss</a>- These are my (Danielle) addiction. I love these. I have 10 out of the 15 colors and have not been disappointed yet! They have a variety of gorgeous shades ranging from opaque to sheer in nudes, pinks, reds, and browns. They’re really moisturizing and aren’t sticky at all. They’re really shiny and they will definitely amp up your lips!<br />
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Lastly, there’s an in-between product. We’ve talked about this non-stop, so this should be no surprise. NYX Soft Matte Lip Cremes are an absolute favorite of ours!<br />
The color range is amazing, and you have tons of options. They’re mostly nudes with a few reds and a pink, but they’re AMAZING. They’re not quite a lipstick, but not a lipgloss either. It’s an amazing product, and at the low price it’s worth a try!<br />
Here’s our <a href="http://beautyforum.tumblr.com/post/8111116498/nude-soft-matte-lip-cremes">last post about the NYX Soft Matte Lip Cremes</a>. We both have talk about them in videos as well.<br />
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Hope this helped you and gave you some wonderful lip inspiration!!<br />
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Love,<br />
Hannah and DanielleDaniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17897600981956980620noreply@blogger.com0