Halloween Googly Eyes Nail Art

Happy Halloween!

Hope everyone's having a safe and fun day so far. I'm going to be spending the day with my girls. We're going to just sit around watch horror movies on Netflix and munch on some candies. I'm not dressing up or doing any creepy makeup on my face this year. Just going to be myself this Halloween. ^_^

My nails of the day are the only things I'm dressing up this Halloween. How can these cute googly eyes scare anyone? These are so cute and easy to do. For the eyes I used a bobby pin. I used Rimmel Lasting Finish Pro in Black Satin for an all over color. On my index and ring finger I apply two coats of Sinful Colors nail polish in Full Moon, and white nail polish for the eyes.

I'm loving Full Moon, such a gorgeous color! As always I used Seche Vite top coat. Well that's all have a safe Halloween!

Check out this recipe for these delicious Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes! {link here!} 

Liz

xo

FOTD ~ Gyaru Makeup

Happy Saturday!

I woke up super happy today because it my boyfriend's and I 9th Year Anniversary! I can't believe we made it this long! We need to get married or something, cause he better not keep me waiting any longer! lol Made him his favorite, Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes! Will post that on my food blog soon. If you love peanut butter then you should check out this Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer Cake I made. {link here}

Now on to the FOTD. I bought these Red Cherry Lashes in #15 and I wanted to give them a try. I decided to do Japanese style makeup (Gyaru). I love Gyaru Makeup! It makes me look cute and sad at the same time. These lashes were bigger than I thought but I love them! There really pretty and they open up my small eyes. Bet you didn't think they were small? ^_~

I was trying to look sad like a puppy but it wasn't happening since I'm happy today...lol I used (like always and can't get enough of!) my Urban Decay Naked Palette. I seriously need to get the Naked 2 palette! I'll be putting that on my Christmas wistlist!

So here's what I used today for this cute Gyaru Japanese Style Makeup!

Face:

Too Faced Poreless Primer

Revlon Colorstay Foundation in Sand Beige

Revlon Photo Ready in Vanilla (as highlight on cheek bones, nose bridge, forehead, chin and upper lip)

Ganier Fructis Under Eye Roller

Maybelline Matte Powder

Lips:

the Balm Stainiac

Lancome Juicy Tube in Moulin Rose

Eyes:

Too Face Shadow Insurance

UD Naked Palette (toasted on lids, hustle and creep outer corner + on lower lash line)

Dolly Wink Liquid Liner in Black

Maybelline Falsies Mascara

Red Cherry Lashes #15

What do you guys think? Have you guys ever tired Gyaru Makeup before?

Liz

xo

Color Club Nail Lacquer in Status Update

Hey Guys! I can't believe the week is almost over. I feel like the days have been passing by so fast. Maybe when day light savings time comes around, things will start to slow down.

I received this Color Club Nail Lacquer in my September Birchbox. I haven't use this color until now, I know what was I thinking! I love this color! Status Update is a dark charcoal grey color, with a shiny finish. This polish is very opaque, all you need is two coats. This is an awesome color for fall.

I wanted to try something different so I painted a triangle with a matte finish top coat, and finished it off with a half triangle on each corner of my nails. I think it came out awesome! This will also look great with even darker nail polishes, such as black. 

This has to be one of my favorite shades for fall. Check my essie swatch, also one of my fall faves!

Liz

xo

Essie Nail Lacquer in Carry On

Happy Monday!

Finally feel like life is in order and I'm ready for blogging! I just received this essie nail lacquer in my October Birchbox. I'm a big fan of dark nail colors. So I'm digging this color a lot! I know it's going to blend well for this fall!

essie nail lacquer in carry on is a deep purple with undertones of red. The color can look brown in certain light. The formula on this is great. It's very opaque, so all you need are two coats, top coat then your good to go. I love colors that are deep like this one. Deep, dark, vampy and very seductive.

What are your favorite nail colors for fall?

Liz

xo

Birchbox: October 2012

Why do I feel like this month's Birchbox has come extremely late? Maybe it's because I moved in a very small town, I don't know. But I'm glad I finally received it!

This month's Birchbox has team up with goop. Birchbox + goop has packed a box with essential must-haves. 

essie - carry on

I love it when I open my monthly box and spot a nail polish. I'm a nail polish hoarder, so I'm really happy to receive this essie nail lacquer. Carry on is a gorgeous deep purple with red undertones. It's really a nice dark color that only needs two coats. It reminds me of purple and brown mating together. This is a wonderful color for autumn. 

Joanna Vargas - Daily Serum

A signature brightening serum packed with vitamins A, E and C, plus hyaluronic acid. It claims it fights wrinkles and fades the look of dark spots. I don't have any wrinkles yet or dark spots (thank god) but I would still love to give this a try!

Marie Veronique Organics - Body Oil

This body oil is packed with replenishing rose, neroli. avocado and jojoba oils to prevent environmental damage and help seals moisture. It's formulated without parabens or harmful chemicals, which is great. I tried it last night, works well and smells really good!

Sprout - Lip Balm Flights 

This lip balm in Cocoa is made with natural wax, coconut oil, and cocoa butter. This is a organic balm which is great for sensitive skin. I sometimes get irritated with certain lip balms but this one is really nice, glides on smooth and feels nice on the lips. The only thing I don't like is the smell. I'm guessing it's because I don't like the smell of cocoa butter. But other than that it's really good.

  

Luna - LemonZest Bar

I haven't tried a Luna Bar before but I can't wait to bite into this one! I love lemons so this sounds good. Hopefully this will keep me full and away from the cookie jar! lol

I find that this month wasn't that great. Come on Birchbox! lol The product that I'm loving the most (you guessed it!) is the essie nail lacquer.  Hopefully next month's doesn't come so late like this one.

Have a great Sunday!

Liz

xo

 

Revlon Colorburst Lipstick in Peach: Review & Swatches

 I was at Big Lots the other and picked up this Revlon Colorburst Lipstick in Peach for $2.00. Correct me if I'm wrong but I think the original price for these lipsticks are about $8.99. I've been wanting to try this lipstick out for a while now, so I'm glad I got this chance!

The packaging on this lipstick is pretty. I'm loving the black tube with quilted detailing. The top of the cap displays the color in the tube. Also the bottom of the lipstick tube displays the color name.

The formula of this product glides on very smooth. I feel I don't need to apply a lip balm because this gives me enough moisture to moisturize my lips. The color goes on pretty pigmented. The finish on this color is semi-glossy, so I feel I don't need to add any lip gloss. Also feels comfortable on the lips. It stays on for hours but if your eating or drinking, you may need to reapply.

Peach is a warm orange/pink color with some flecks of settle shimmer. This color seems to flatter my skin tone, really pretty shade.

I'm looking forward to trying out some more Revlon Colorburst Lipsticks. Let me know what colors I should pick up next!

Liz
xo

Birchbox: September 2012

Sorry for the very late Birchbox of September. The reason why it's late is because I moved. By the time I updated my new address on Birchbox. com, the box was already shipped to my old add. But I finally got it and in October...lol But that's okay cause then that means I get two this month! Yay!

Okay so let's take a peek inside September's Birchbox!

Benefit Cosmetics - Foamingly Clean Facial Wash + Refine Finish Facial Polish

I love Benefit Cosmetics, so when I saw this I was really excited to try it out! God knows my skin needs some TLC! :)

Color Club - Custom Color in Status Update

Not sure if I'm feeling this color. Hold on let me swatch this, one sec...Actually it's not so bad. Goes on smooth and pigmented. Probably only needs about two coats. Definitely a nice color for fall.

Nexxus - Pro-Mend Split End Treatment System

Couldn't come in a better time! I have major split ends that need to split!...that was cheesy. This sample package might not be enough but it's wroth a try!

twistband - Birchbox Custom Lace Hair Tie

I love these! I could never have enough, since they seem to be all over the place! lol I also love this lace design, really cute!

Youngblood - Mineral Primer

Love me some primer! Primers help me out big time! My fave at the moment would be Benefit Proefessional. It's a big plus that this is paraben and cruelty free. Also claims that it contains vitamins and mineral, awesome!

*Lifestyle Extra*

Mighty Leaf Tea Company - Teas

I love tea! I think these are going to taste awesome because there whole brew teas, which I've never tried before. I have three flavors, Green Tea Tropical, Vanilla Bean and Chamomile Citrus. I prefer cold tea, so I would brew this and set it in the fridge to get it nice and chilled.

Also received $25 Gift Card {for a $75 or more purchase} @ Madewell.com. 

Sorry for the poor quality of the pictures. I'm still trying to set up a place in the house that's more brighter. ; )

Liz

xo