Tag: make-up

  • New Beauty Favorites

    New Beauty Favorites

    There are two, new-to-me products I’ve started using lately that I really like. The first is the RMS Magic Luminizer. This stuff is amazing and used as a highlighter.  I like to swipe it on my cheekbones, in the corner of my eyes, on my lids, above my brows…….pretty much all over. The sheen is…

  • January Beauty Haul

    January Beauty Haul

    Here’s my take on a few products from my recent beauty haul. Left to right: Pearl Eye Mask, Sephora: I’ve used the facial sheet masks before and like them, but they are a little restrictive. You basically have to lie down to keep them on. Well, I’m here to report the eye masks not only…

  • Winter Beauty Haul

    Winter Beauty Haul

    As a member of make-up anonymous, I feel it is only fair to pass on news of my favorite, new, beauty products. Plus, sharing it here helps justify future purchases. Because, obviously, I need another reason to buy cosmetics. Left to Right: Becca, Beach Tint Summer Souffle in Watermelon Moonstone: This creamy blush smells like…

  • Fall Make-up Refresh: Eyeshadow

    Updating your look for fall can be done really inexpensively. This year, easy-to-wear purple and metallic eyeshadows are on trend, so I picked up some drugstore finds to tackle each look. Both pack a lot of style for just a little money. The one on the left is from Sonia Kashuk. I found it at Target,…

  • Fresh Paint

    I have always been a fan of bold lipstick, but have never been comfortable pulling it off. I’ve always felt my lips were too thin. Every few years, I buy a shade of red impulsively, try it on at home and then, keep it in the back of my make-up drawer for several years before…

  • Cat’s Meow

    The classic cat eye is huge for fall. Whenever I think of this look, I should picture Sophia Loren, but instead, I think of Lauren Conrad, because I’m so cultured. I decided to give this look a try for myself and remembered how terrible I am at liquid liner, so I picked up the Eye…

  • Perfecting Product

    When you’re pregnant, some people will tell you that you have a glow. While it might not always feel accurate, it is really nice to hear. Lately, I think my pretty skin can be chalked up to some good hormones and a little illuminator from NARS.