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TUTORIAL: DIY Tinted Lip Balms [video]

Hey beauties! If you don’t know what to do with lipsticks that you spent your hard earned money on, yet can’t wear them because the formula is drying or just plain sucks- you need to watch this video! I’m going to teach you how to make your very own tinted lip balm and finally put … Continue reading »

Behind the Scenes..

Hey beauties! Here are a couple of pictures from the two photoshoots I was a part of this past weekend. More details and professional pictures to come! Model: Madaline Zanni Photographer: Ed Huang Model: Mia Photographer(s): Rhommel B, Kin H, Dimitri L Model: Ivy Photographer(s): Rhommel B, Kin H, Dimitri L

REVIEW: Milani Haute Flash Lip Gloss

Cost: $7.99 CDN Where can I buy this? Loblaws MY 2 CENTS I’ve had my eye on this bad gals for a couple of weeks now. I finally headed to my local Loblaws and picked two up. Out of the 5 shimmer shades available, I bought Flashy and In A Flash. Flashy is hot pink … Continue reading »

Luxe Box by Loose Button: April Edition [video]

Good Morning (afternoon/evening) The First in Line program is back. Loose Button is trying to make this program as fair as possible. This time around they’ve emailed us with 3 time slots to choose from. I chose the earliest one (9am to 12pm) and I was supposed to receive an email with a password an … Continue reading »

April Favourites!

Allo! I’ve had a difficult time choosing products for this April Favourites post. In April, I tried a variety of products but I wasn’t constantly using specific products every day. That being said, this list is going to be quite short! None-the-less, enjoy! Lancome Subtil Blush in Blushing Nude I bought this blush the last … Continue reading »

REVIEW: Garnier Nutrisse Mousse in Medium Brown

Cost: $10.99 Where can I buy this? Target, Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart, Sobeys etc. MY 2 CENTS Hey beauties! I picked up this hair color form Jennifer over at Spiced Beauty who was looking for someone to write a review for the product. I saw her mention it on Twitter, so I took her up … Continue reading »

Real Colors Smolder Eyes & Milani Runway Eyes

I was at my local Sally Beauty Supply yesterday to pick up a few tools that I was running low on in my kit and I came across a brand called Real Colors. I have never heard of them before but as I was browsing their display, I came across this: Does it look familiar? … Continue reading »

POLL OF THE WEEK: Face Washing

Happy Friday! This week, I want to know how many times a day you wash your face? I’m sitting at twice daily. Once in the morning, once before bed. Even when I’m super drunk tired, I wash my face before I go to bed. I can’t sleep otherwise. How about you?

Whole30: Before, After, Weightloss & More!

Goodmorning (afternoon/evening)! As you may or may not know, on Monday, I completed the Whole30 Program. I abstained from alcohol, starches (carbs), legumes (beans), sugars, and dairy for a full 30 days and I am so very pleased with the results! You can view my WEEK 1, WEEK 2, WEEK 3, and WEEK 4 menus. … Continue reading »

Belly Up to the Bar with a Make-Up Artist

Reblogged from Chick Swagger: MISTY JOSIE Happy Wednesday Chicks (and all you lurking Roosters – we know you’re out there & you’re always welcome to join the fun)! Today we are totally jacked to have a special guest who’s got plenty of swagger and mojo…and y’all, this girl REALLY knows her stuff when it … Continue reading »

MAC Lips & Tips Summer 2012 Collection

Release Date: May 3, 2012 LIPSTICK $17.50 CDN Permanent, unless otherwise specified Saint Germain- light, cool pink Myth- neutral nude Angel- light, warm pink Razzledazzler- creamy peach (limited edition) Snob- neutral pink Please Me- medium, warm pink Pink Nouveau- medium, cool pink Ravishing- medium, neutral peach Peachstock- nude peach Impassioned- bright pink Morange- bright orange … Continue reading »

REVIEW: OCC Lip Tar in Momento

Cost: $14 USD Where can I buy this? Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics MY 2 CENTS I’ve heard Queen of Blending rant and rave but OCC and their lip tars so I thought I’d give them a try! When I saw Momento for sale on the Glitter Geek blog sale, I obviously had to have it. For … Continue reading »

Whole30: Week FOUR

WEEK 1 menu WEEK 2 menu WEEK 3 menu DAY 22: Sunday Breakfast: * a few chunks of Cantaloup * Scrambled eggs (1 whole egg, 2 egg whites) Lunch: * n/a Dinner: * Swiss Chalet Quarter Chicken, white meat, skinless * small Green Salad with Balsamic Vinegar Snack(s): *n/a DAY 23: Monday Breakfast: * Black … Continue reading »

TAG: 7 Deadly Beauty Sins

GREED: What is your cheapest and what is your most expensive beauty product? My cheapest beauty products are the Avon Ultra Rich Lipsticks that I buy when they’re on sale for $3.99. Great price and really good lipsticks! My most expensive beauty product is the Make Up Forever HD liquid foundation that I use on … Continue reading »

Bobbi Brown Miami Collection Summer 2012

Currently available! Shimmer Cheek Glow $39 USD Miami-pink Gold- gold Bronzer $35 USD Dark Deep Golden Light Medium Natural Long-wear Cream Eyeshadow $24 USD Nude Beach- beige Bronze Sugar- bronze Candlelight- gold Copper- copper Treatmeat Lp Shine SPF 15 $23 USD Peach Sorbet- peach Orchid Pink- soft pink Sunset Beach- bronze Pink Seashell- pink Shimmering … Continue reading »

Kabuki…OWN IT!

Kabuki Brushes should be an essential tool in everyone’s personal makeup kit. These brushes are short, with rounds tips, made with soft fibers. Kabuki Brushes originated in Japan and were used for contouring. As you can see from the picture above, they come in many difference sizes. I prefer Kabuki Brushes that are retractable so … Continue reading »

POLL OF THE WEEK: Skin Type

What is your skin type? Mine is Normal and it’s really easy to take care of. Unsure of your skin type? Click HERE to help you decide! If you’re still unsure, leave me a comment and I will help you figure it out!

HAUL: Shoppers Drug Mart [video]

Well would you look at that! I created my first YouTube video Recording is so nerve-racking! I feel so awkward talking to myself and it shows in this video! lol Oh well, I’ll get better. Enjoy! What do you think? Should I make more videos? Share your thoughts! I’m open to suggestions In case you … Continue reading »

HAUL: Beauty Board Purchases

Hey there! Yesterday, I shared with you my look for the Beauty Board, and the day before that I shared what was in my swag bag. Today’s post is dedicated to the few items I bought at the Beauty Board! I haven’t tried any of the EcoTools brushes, yet. But now I have two! I … Continue reading »

TUTORIAL: Beauty Board Look!

Hey lovelies! For Sunday’s Beauty Board, I recreated a look I found on the front cover of a magazine. FACE Marcelle BB Cream mixed with MAC Strobe Lotion Benefit Hoola Bronzer to contour Lise Watier Havana All Over Baked Bronzer on the tops of my cheeks EYES Lancome Aquatique eyeshadow primer NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil … Continue reading »