I wore this hairstyle when I was out in NYC with family a few weeks ago and it held up through all the wind that day AND it did a great job of getting my hair off my neck while we were sightseeing.
This crown braid is great for even the most stubborn of hair.
Wow! It has been ages since I've uploaded anything on this blog. I want to make a point of updating my blog regularly as I love blogging. Cross your fingers that I stay on track!
Today, I have a review for you guys on a new foundation that has been making the rounds here in the beauty community: The Makeup Forever Ultra HD Foundation Stick.
There are fifteen shades to choose from ranging from a pale ivory to a deep chocolate and everything in between. There are warm, neutral and cool shades. One of the downsides is the price tag. At $43, it is the most expensive foundation in my arsenal currently, but [SPOILER ALERT] as it is wonderful, I don't mind paying a hefty price for it.
I have mine in the color 115=R230 Ivory. (I'm usually around an NC15 in MAC foundations, for reference).
The coverage that I get with this foundation is insane (in a good way)! I have had issues with acne and acne scarring for forever, so I was grateful to MUFE for creating a foundation that covers these imperfections without feeling heavy and mask-like. In fact, the coverage is so amazing, I don't even apply concealer on my zombie-esque dark circles (a result of my insomnia and Internet addiction) anymore!
A screenshot of one of my recent videos to show you my bare, naked skin.
Screenshot from my review video (embed below) to show what the foundation looks like on.
Overall, this is an incredible foundation for those of you who want a full coverage, long-lasting, non-cakey, non-mask-like complexion. I highly recommend it.
xoxo, S
Like every other person shamelessly addicted to watching beauty videos on YouTube, I have seen millions of reviews on this palette. For good reason too: it's gorgeous!
In terms of packaging, I think this palette is cumbersome. Albeit gorgeous, it won't be easy to travel with.
Now onto swatches!
Moulder: Satin ivory.
Vox: Matte chocolate brown
Strutter: Matte taupe
Lyric: Shimmery ivory
Black Metal : Matte black
Skulls: Shimmery silver-white.
Noble: Matte light brown (the same color as my skin).
Rewind: Shimmery cranberry.
Destroyer: Matte medium coral.
Love: Shimmery light pink.
Anthem: Shimmery plum.
Muse: Matte pink/lilac.
Echo: Matte indigo with purple glitter.
Dark Wave: Mostly matte muted medium navy.
Synth: Matte medium sky blue.
Hyperballad: Shimmery dusty blue with a slight green tint.
Lemmy: Shimmery olive green.
Misfit: Matte lime green.
Vinyl: Shimmery lime green
Legend: Shimmery light gold.
Fran: Shimmery canary yellow.
Analogue: Matte orange.
Harpsichord: Shimmery copper.
Overall, I think this is a fantastic palette! I think it would be great for those wanting to build their collection of colorful shadows.
The formula of the shadows is pretty consistent (give or take a few shades).
You can buy this palette exclusively at Sephora and Sephora.com .
Luxury face products are something I always have my eyes on when I walk through Sephora, but never actually purchased. That is, until recently.
Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in "Pink Quartz" ($44 at Sephora): This is one of the most beautiful highlighters that I've ever set eyes on. It has this gorgeous gold-pink shift to it that I think will compliment almost any look.
Becca Mineral Blush in "Gypsy" ($32 at Sephora): This is a really soft cool-toned pink. It almost has a hint of lavender in it. I love the formula of Becca powder products. They are super smooth and finely milled.
Becca Mineral Blush in "Sweetpea" ($32 at Sephora): This is what I would define as a darker neutral Blush. I, personally find that on the skin, it looks similar to MAC "Warm Soul". I love the formula of Becca products. They are super finely Milled, which makes blending a dream.
What has been your favorite high end cheek product as of late? Tell me in the comments!
Since today is one of those rare days when Texans (like myself) can look outside and see three inches of snow on the ground, I thought I would take advantage of it and film a tutorial. I hope you enjoy it!
Products Used:
Too Faced Shadow Insurance
Wet N Wild Single Eyeshadow ("Brulee")
Lorac Pro 1 Palette ("Mauve". "Sable". "Espresso", "Nude" & "Champagne"
Lorac Pro 2 Palette ("Snow")
CoverGirl Clump Crusher Mascara
Eyelure Lashes (080)
Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush ("Blissful")
Becca Shimmering Skin Perfecter ("Moonstone")
Nars Audacious Lipstick ("Angela")
Have a beautiful day!
As liquid lipsticks are quite the trend in the beauty world right now, I decided to order some of the most raved about. Let's get this party started!!
Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in "Bellissima": This color is described by Sephora as a "pale neutral pink" and that definitely holds true. This was by far the most comfortable out of the three. I can totally see myself wearing this a ton!
Sephora Cream Lip Stain in "Pink Souffle": This shows up much brighter on the lips than you would expect. Overall, it went on nice, but I don't think the staying power will be all that great. Sorry about the blurry lip swatch, I was having issues apparently.
Makeup Forever Aqua Rouge "2 Rosewood": I have to start off by saying that this is one of the most unique lip colors that I own and I already have a look planned for it. This color is like a mixture between pink, red, and taupe. It's one that you have to swatch on yourself. When I was first putting this on my lips, i audibly went, "Oh man.... what was I thinking??" but it's growing on me. It's worth a mention that this comes with a clear gloss on the opposite end. This is supposed to make it more comfortable but I feel like it wouldn't last as long. Speaking of lasting power, when I was trying to get this off, it got really sticky and almost gummy. I definitely recommend an oil based makeup remover (I use this one).
Do you have any favorite liquid lipsticks I should know about? Tell me in the comments.
If you have been following me for any length of time, you would know that I have become shamelessly addicted to Gossip Girl. I'm in the middle of season four and it's about all I think about *hangs head in shame*. It is such a guilty pleasure for me. The makeup and fashion is to die for. I like to think of it as Sex and the City for teenagers.
When I watch any TV show or movie, I keep my eyes open for potential makeup tutorials. Let me know what character you want to see me do next!
Products Used:
Smashbox 24 Hour Shadow Primer
Makeup Geek "Creme Brulee" Eyeshadow
Makeup Geek "Corrupt" Eyeshadow
MAC "Love Joy" Mineralize Blush
Maybelline "Mauve Mystique" Color Elixir
I have also done a Blair and a Serena look if you're interested!
If you have been following me for any length of time, you would know that I have become shamelessly addicted to Gossip Girl. I'm in the middle of season four and it's about all I think about *hangs head in shame*. It is such a guilty pleasure for me. The makeup and fashion is to die for. I like to think of it as Sex and the City for teenagers.
When I watch any TV show or movie, I keep my eyes open for potential makeup tutorials. Let me know what character you want to see me do next!
Products Used:
Too Faced Hangover Rx Primer
Becca Cream Shimmering Skin Perfecter ("Opal")
Chanel CC Cream (BR20)
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish (Medium)
Urban Decay Primer Potion
Wet N' Wild "Walking On Eggshells" Trio
LORAC Pro 2 Palette ("Nectar", "Cool Gray", "Rose")
Kat Von D Tattoo Liner (Trooper)
Bare Minerals Lash Domination Mascara
Covergirl Clump Crusher
Sephora Lashes ("Day" Style)
Clinique Cheek Pop Blush ("Peach Pop")
Benefit Hoola Bronzer
Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector ("Moonstone")
NYX Mega Shine Lip Gloss ("Beige")
If you're interested, I also have a Blair Waldorf post as well if you're interested.
If you have been following me for any length of time, you would know that I have become shamelessly addicted to Gossip Girl. It is such a guilty pleasure for me. The makeup and fashion is to die for. I like to think of it as Sex and the City for teenagers.
When I watch any TV show or movie, I keep my eyes open for potential makeup tutorials. I really wanted to do something simple and easy for those of you who are just getting into makeup, or for those of you who just want to feel like Queen B for just one day.
Products Used:
Maybelline Color Tattoo in "Barely Branded"
Lorac Pro 2 Palette ("Beige", "Snow", "Cool Gray", "Lt. Brown", "Black")
Rimmel Lash Accelerator Mascara
Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Bronzer
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush Palette (Limited Edition)
If you try this look on yourself, please send me a picture.
I also did a Serena Van Der Woodsen tutorial. Click here to go to that post.
I have had this palette sitting in my drawer, waiting to be used, for a few days. I have been wanting to play around with it since I got it in the mail, but I was trying to be a good blogger and wait until I got my new camera (Canon Rebel t5i if you're curious) to photograph it. Better late than never, right?
The first thing I noticed when I opened the palette was the smell of chocolate. Each eyeshadow is formulated with real cocoa powder, therefore it smells delicious.
From Left to Right:
Licorice: Deep matte black. This is one of the blackest blacks in my collection (second to only Makeup Geek "Corrupt".
Cocoa Chili: Medium brown with tan shimmer. The shimmer doesn't transfer well onto the skin but it is a beautiful shade.
Rum Raisin: Frosty taupe.
Coconut Creme: matte cream. This shade doesn't show up very on my skin tone.
Pink Sugar: light pink with pink shimmer. This shade was the most surprising out of the bunch. I did not expect to like this at all. Now that I've swatched it, I cannot wait to incorporate this into a look.
Mousse: matte cool toned brown. Perfect for the crease!
Puddin': matte cool toned medium brown.
Caramel: frosty rose gold. More gold than "Bon Bon".
Nougat: matte tan with a purple undertone.
Blueberry Swirl: navy with cobalt sparkle.
Bon Bon: frosty rose gold. More pink than "Caramel".
Truffled: matte medium warm toned brown.
Peanut Butter: matte warm toned brown. Slightly lighter than Makeup Geek "Cocoa Bear".
Hot Fudge: matte dark cool toned brown.
Frosting: frosty medium brown.
Butter Pecan: satin yellow toned highlight shade.
xoxo, Sarah
As a self proclaimed lipstick addict, (seriously, ask any of my friends....I have a problem) when I saw this set on Sephora website, I needed it.
This set includes nine 0.04 oz lipsticks and retails for $39 at Sephora stores and online.
Countess is a red with a strong orange undertone. This color is extremely opaque. It isn't usually a color that I normally gravitate towards (I normally go towards blue-toned reds), but I'm excited to come up with a look for this one.
Agatha is a peachy nude. This color is extremely nude (even on my very pale skin). I have mixed feelings on this one.
Sorry about the blurriness. This was really difficult to photograph for whatever reason.
Adora is a metallic golden red (this is Sephora's description. I had a really hard time trying to describe this). I have plans to use this in a celebrity inspired tutorial that I'm filming tomorrow and this should be perfect.
Sexer is a fluorescent pink. This was not the most flattering color on my skin tone (in my opinion).
Wonderchilde is a gorgeous metallic lilac with a blue duochrome. I cannot wait to wear this one.
Bachelorette is a raspberry pink. This color is such a Sarah color. So up my alley!
Motorhead is a classic black cherry color. Through experience, I have found that these colors look TERRIBLE on me. I love the way they look on other people, but it's just not my thing.
Lovecraft is a matte mauve pink. This is the classic Kylie Jenner lip everyone and their grandma is after right now. This particular lippie is extremely creamy and opaque. LOVE!
Hexagram is a blood red. This is very much in the family of Old-Hollywood reds that are so classic.
What is your favorite color in this set? Tell me in the comments.
xoxo, Sarah
Thank you to by best friend, Kaity for coming up with the title of this look. Love you!
Products Used:
Too Faced Shadow Insurance
Sugarpill Sparklebaby palette (Kitten Parade)
OCC Triptych Pigment
Makeup Geek eyeshadows (Shimma Shimma, Creme Brûlée, Corrupt)
L'Oreal Voluminous Butterfly Mascara
Sugarpill "Precious" lashes
MAC Mineralized Blush in Dainty
The Balm Mary Lou-Manizer
MAC Whirl Lip liner
Bite Beauty Matte Lip Pencil in Framboise
xoxo, Sarah
Sooo....I went on a online shopping spree again....oops...
OCC Eye Pencil in "Pool Boy": I have been wanting to try OCC pencils for so long and this color is GORGEOUS!
OCC Pigment in "Triptych": Such a gorgeous gold (can't wait to use this wet for a foiled look!)
Sugarpill SparkleBaby Palette: I need another eyeshadow palette like I need a hole in the head (but it had a kitty on it!). But seriously, look at it. It just screams Marie Antoinette to me (did you see my tutorial?) I think these colors are gorgeous. I can always use more pastels...
Sugarpill "Precious" Lashes:
Sugarpill Sinnocent Lashes:
Long time, no post!! I have been out of town for the past few weeks to help take care of a family friend. All is well now and I am back home in Texas.
I would normally film a video showing everything, but as I am very late to the party on this one, I thought a blog post would be better.
For those of you that also have a blush addiction, this release is very exciting.
The trio comes in a palette that is very much the same style as the Ambient Lighting Powder Palette that Hourglass released last year. The only difference s that the blush palette comes in a gorgeous rose gold color.
As for the blushes themselves, I was rather disappointed. The pigmentation (as you will see in the swatches) is really lacking.
Luminous Flush is a rosy, mauve with gold veining. It is very similar in color to Nars Orgasm blush.
Incandescent Electra is a peachy pink with gold veining.
Mood Exposure is a mauve-brown. This is definately my favorite of the three. It has similar tones to MAC Mineralized Blush in Lovejoy.
As you can see, the pigmentation is lacking. I am very fair and these barely show up.
PRODUCT BREAKDOWN:
Where can I buy it? Sephora, and the Hourglass Website.
How much does it cost? $58 (Ouch!)
What was your opinion? Could you make it work? Share your opinions in the comments!
xoxo, Sarah
As I have become OBSESSED with the movie directed by Sofia Coppola and starring Kirsten Dunst, I thought it was only fitting for me to do a tutorial inspired by the infamous Queen of France. I am extremely proud of this look so I hope you guys like it.
Products Used:
Sephora Silicone Free Primer
L'Oreal Tru Match Foundation (C2)
Revlon Nearly Naked Powder (010 Fair)
MAC Brow Pencil (Lingering)
Benefit Gimme Brow (Medium)
Too Faced Shadow Insurance
NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk
Lorac Pro 2 Palette (Rose, Nectar, Buff). I have a review post with pictures here.
Urban Decay Electric Palette (Savage, Jilted). I have a review post with pictures here.
Stila Magnificent Foil Eyeshadow (Kitten)
L'Oreal Infallible Eyeshadow (Infinite Sky)
Urban Decay Eyeshadow (Deep End)
Bare Minerals Mascara
Sephora "Mysterious" Lashes (from last summer. not sure if you can still buy them)
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush Palette
Wet N Wild Blush (Pearlescent Pink)
Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush (Blissful)
MAC Mineralize Blush (Dainty)
CoverGirl Lipstick (Temptress)
MAC Cremesheen Glass (Galaxy Rose)
WARNING: THIS TUTORIAL INVOLVES (FAKE) BLOOD. If this bothers you, I'm sorry. There will be a less gruesome tutorial up in a few days.
If you do this look on yourself, please send me a picture. All my social media links are on the main page of my blog.
Thank you to Sam (Kermitvonfrog12 on YouTube) for helping me brainstorm this idea. Your input is much appreciated. Love you!
Products Mentioned:
Ben Nye Bruise Wheel
NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk (any light colored pencil will do)
Ben Nye Liquid Latex
Tissues (if you can find one ply, that would be easier, if not separate the tissue by hand. You can also use toilet paper)
Pointed Tweezers (Be very careful!)
Ben Nye Stage Blood
Products Used:
Ben Nye Clown White
Lorac "White" Eyeshadow (from Pro Palette, but I recommend using a translucent powder, but this worked in a pinch)
The Balm Meet Matte Nude Pallete (I only used a combination of the two grays in this palette)
MAC "Dainty" Mineralize Blush
Makeup Geek "Insomniac" Pigment
MAC Fix+
Bobbi Brown Eyeliner in "Jet"
Makeup Geek "Corrupt" Eyeshadow
L'Oreal Voluminous Butterfly Mascara
Eyelure Katy Perry "Darling" Lashes
Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick in "Slayer"
Hello! So, I have been missing from the blogging and vlogging scene for a little bit. The reason being, my brother recently got married (YAY!) so my parents and I were up in Illinois helping with last minute wedding plans. It was an insane week therefore I felt as though I needed a few days to catch my breath and relax. Excuses, excuses....
Anyway, I wanted to write up a post about my current skincare routine. I did make a video pertaining to this topic, so if you're interested in seeing the products I will mention in action, click here.
For reference, I have combination to oily skin that is very acne prone. Although, since I started using all of these products together, I don't get much acne at all.
To take off my makeup, I use Bioderma Solution Micellaire on a cotton pad. My skin got significantly better after I completely cut makeup wipes out of my routine.
My theory is that when I was only using makeup wipes, I wasn't getting everything off my face, which led to acne. I even use Bioderma (which you can buy on Amazon for $31.50 here) when I'm either having a lazy skincare night or I got home really late or something of that nature. This does a fantastic job at removing makeup WITHOUT stinging my sensitive eyes.
To cleanse my face, I use the First Aid Beauty Face Cleanser ($20 at Sephora). It is formulated for sensitive skin, which I appreciate because my face can air on the sensitive side at times. I usually cleanse my skin twice with this. Now, this may seem excessive, but I feel as though my skin feel cleaner if I cleanse twice. That's just me though.
I feel as though the superhero skincare product, so to speak, for me is the First Aid Beauty Blemish Patrol Pads ($30 at Sephora). I have only had a small handful of breakouts (which were purely hormonal) since I started using these. They are also marketed as an oil control product, which I highly appreciate.
And last, but certainly not least, for moisturizer, I use the Korres Greek Yogurt Advanced Sleeping Facial ($45 at Sephora). This is a very lightweight cream that sinks into the skin pretty quickly without feeling greasy. I wake up with glowing, soft skin.
That wraps this post up. What products are you currently using as a part of your skincare regime. Let me know!
Holy cow. I can't even put into words how excited I am right now! I have been wanting to do this for years. My high school never allowed us to have "unnatural" colors in our hair. I am starting college super soon (like a week and a half...crazy) therefore I wanted to start this new chapter of my life with a bang.
Disclaimer: If you don't like it, I don't really know what to say except for the fact that it's not your hair.
Anyway, I wanted to share the process (which was long and involved quite a few steps) with you all. I am not (nor do I pretend to be) a professional hair stylist. This was just my experience.
For anyone wanting to get something similar or are just curious, this was my inspiration picture:
First of all, the color that I started with was a dark red.
I then had it bleached twice to take the color out of it and ready for the bright, fun colors.
Shortly after first bleaching session....kinda gross orange color.
The day of the second bleaching session. You can see my roots poking through as my hair does grow quite fast.
Fun Fact: It took a whopping NINE bowls of bleach to cover my entire head. According to my stylist, the average person needs maybe two. WOW!
After second bleaching session. Still a bit yellow on the ends but relatively white everywhere else.
The bleaching sessions were roughly two weeks apart. I will say, I wish I would have waited a bit longer, but as my brother's wedding is steadily approaching, I was on a bit of a time crunch.
Then, it was finally color time! I took a few photos during the process.
AND HERE IS THE FINISHED PRODUCT!!! OMG!! I love it so much!!
It will fade with washing, but that just means it will last longer.
Also, I had to go to two separate salons to achieve my goal color. I advise you to do your research about what products your salon uses. For anyone wondering, the bleach was Aveda and the color was Prevana.
Thank you so much to Kylee at Elixir Salon and Christopher and Ulta for creating a masterpiece. I finally feel happy in my own skin. <3
