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Favorites February 2011

Monday, February 28, 2011

Here is a complete listing of my Favorite Products of February 2011.  To see more details about what I like about each product, click here to watch my YouTube video!
 

1. Maybelline Dream Smooth Mousse Foundation in Porcelain Ivory
2. Sally Hansen All Over Brightener
3. Hard Candy Glamoflauge Concealer in Light
4. Maybelline Dream Matte Powder
5. Hard Candy So Baked Bronzer in Hula Hula
6. Physician’s Formula Happy Booster Blush in Natural
7. N.Y.C. Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder in Sunny
8. Hard Candy Kal-Eye-Descope Eyeshadow Duo in High Maintenance
9. Wet N Wild Color Icon Single in Brulee
10. Maybelline Great Lash BIG Mascara
11. Cover Girl Perfect Point Plus Eyeliner in Espresso
12. NYC Liquid Lipshine in Sungold Pink
13. Revlon Colorburst Lipstick in Baby Lips

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Make Up Forever Face & Body Foundation


 
We all know that I have a slight major foundation obsession. I'm always trying to find the "next best thing" though I'm sure I've already found it {MUFE HD foundation}. It still doesn't stop me from searching. I've been hearing good things about MUFE Face and Body and because I'm sure a huge fan of the HD I thought I'd give it a go. After I saw one of the pixiwoo sisters apply it I was sold but let's just be honest... anything they put on their perfect doll like skin is perfection. On me... not so much. I don't think I'm sold on it. It's very light coverage and on me it doesn't give that perfect glowing skin look. It's a gel like foundation much like the MAC Studio Sculpt which I hated because like ALL MAC foundations is broke me out. This foundation did not cause breakouts so that's a upside. I just don't think I like the coverage or the finish. It might be good in the summer when you get sweaty or go swimming because it WILL stay put but just for that I don't think this foundation is right for me. I don't have perfect even doll like skin so I need something with more coverage. I recently tried Chanel Vitalumiere Agua and it's amazing so I might return this and get that. 

I got this from Sephora for $38 USD and this is what Sephora says about this foundation:
"This waterproof, ultra light, water based gel contains no emulsifiers and provides a totally natural, satin finish. Ideal for most normal skin types as well for fine lines and large pores. Gives skin a uniform tone without accentuating imperfections. Also made for the body- let dry for 3 minutes then blot dry before dressing." 


Before as you can see I have a lot of discolorations... not perfect by any means. I also have a few red/flat blemish marks that are still healing up. 
After: it doesn't cover up everything. It gives the skin a nice sheen but the coverage doesn't give that perfect look. It's a step up from a tinted moisturizer in my opinion. 

Unblended / blended 

I use number #32 which might be a tad bit too orange for me.

What ever your thoughts on this? Love it? Hate it?








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Kick Off Your Sunday Shoes

The boyish silhouette that was ALL THE RAGE for women in the 1920s is showing up more than ever for 2011!

pictures from forever21.com
Not only are blazers, trousers, and turban style headbands very IN right now, but mens footwear is stepping into the SPOTLIGHT! Mens inspired shoes stomped across runways upon the feet of many men, and the OPPOSITE sex. Designers such as Urban Outfitters, Christian Louboutin, Steve Madden and many more, showed androgynous shoes playing a major role in their Spring lines.
Whitney Port, Rihanna, Sienna Miller and WAY more celebrities have been constantly spotted wearing oxfords. This HOT trend is becoming more and more popular everyday...
Whitney Port
Rihanna
Sienna Miller
You can pair these trendy shoes with almost ANYTHING. Couple them with a feminine skirt for a flirty more girly look, rock them with some boyish trousers for chic style, or go for a casual ensemble by wearing them along side some rolled up jeans! Here are some ECU Pirates wearing their own versions of this fashionable footwear fad for Spring 2011...

This chic student was rockin' the blazer trend along with the some oxford inspired sneakers. Not only did he look casual, but he looked professional too!
This adorable pirate was as styling as anyone with her unbearably cute oxfords, boyish 1920s inspired haircut, and extremely popular Ray-ban style sunglasses.
Another fashionable pirate paired the casual oxford style tennis shoes with a teal-blue colored sweater which is the perfect color for the transition from Winter to Spring weather.

So next time you hit the mall, ladies and gents, take your time to look for some "menswear" inspired shoes!  Not only will you look cute, but you'll be comfortable too! Thats all for today...

keep on keepin' on fashionistas
<3 Lindy

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Stargazer Fluorescent Pressed Powder Eyeshadow in Forest Green

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Stargazer Fluorescent Pressed Powder Eyeshadow in Lemon Yellow

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Stargazer Fluorescent Pressed Powder Eyeshadow in Rouge

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Stargazer Fluorescent Pressed Powder Eyeshadow in Sea Blue

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Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in Baked vs. Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes Liner in 10L Bronze

Left: 10L Bronze
Right: Baked

These are EXACT dupes!!

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Can't live without them- my favorite makeup brushes

Good makeup brushes are one of those things that are absolutely essential, but I seem to always hate dishing out money for.  I own two MAC brushes, the 224 and 252, and they are ones my mom bought for me the first time I ever got my makeup done (My 13th birthday.  Aw, good memories!).  Those are my only "high-end" brushes; the rest are all very affordable.  I'm not sure yet where I stand in the "drugstore or high-end debate" when it comes to brushes, because although I don't think you should have to spend top dollar for them, my MAC brushes are pretty amazing- and I'm sure they will last me as long as I want them to (with care, of course).  With my lower-end brushes, I'm constantly wondering how many years I will get out of them before I have to repurchase.  But I digress!
Today I'm going to share with you my favorites from my (small) collection and what I like about them.


(Left to right:  MAC 224, ELF essentials definer, ELF essentials eyeshadow, Bare Escentuals concealer, EcoTools bamboo bronzer, ELF studio powder)

Eyes:

MAC 224-  I love, love, love, love this brush and am so glad I own it.  I've never had problems blending out eyeshadows, because this is perfect for doing that "windshield wiper" method and eliminating harsh lines.  If you take good care and wash it regularly, it will keep it's slightly pointed tip which allows it to work well in the outer corner area.  It's in line with the high-quality everyone talks about with MAC brushes.

ELF essentials eye definer brush-  I go through phases where I love and feel indifferent about this brush, but it needs to be in my collection nonetheless.  It is perfect for doing outer corner/"v" work, especially when you do the index card trick (holding up an index card along the line of your eye to make the perfect winged eyeshadow look).  And, like my other ELF brush below, it's only $1.

ELF essentials eyeshadow brush-  For $1, this eyeshadow brush is a great buy for your standard application of lid color.  I've had mine for almost three years (I'm pretty sure?) and it's kept its shape and has yet to shed.  It's also a good size for my lid area- my other MAC brush, the 252, is a little too large unless I'm only doing a wash of one color.  

I wish I could say I had more favorite eye brushes, but 1) my collection isn't too big, and 2) these are the ones I would actually recommend to others.  I definitely have a list of eye brushes I want/need to purchase!

Face:

Bare Escentuals maximum cover concealer brush-  This was in my Bare Minerals starter kit that I received for Christmas.  I've never used brushes for concealer prior to owning this- I didn't think they would be any better than my fingers.  Well, when I need any extra help covering pimples or dark spots, this guy works wonders.  I love using it with my Bare Minerals foundation on the redness around my nose and underneath my eyes.  And it hasn't shed or bled once.

EcoTools bamboo bronzer brush- If there is one brush I would recommend from all of these, it's this one!  I take this everywhere and probably couldn't live without it.  It's unbelievably soft, it never sheds, and it gives me the best application of mineral powder foundation/blush/bronzer ever.  It's bulky which is annoying for travel, but I still think it's well worth it.  And it's around $10 at most drugstores.  

ELF studio powder brush-  This brush is a love/hate (it's also in my "brushes I wouldn't buy again" post to come).  I'm glad I have it because the few times I use tinted moisturizer or any liquid foundation (hardly ever), I stipple it on using this.  It's also great for applying loose powder.  However, the ferrule of mine has partly detached from the handle, so I have to hold it in place.  It just really makes the brush feel cheap.  I can't complain since it's only $3, but something like that is annoying.

Stay tuned for my post about the brushes I'm "meh" about!  
Any of these that you like or dislike?  I'd love to hear from you. 


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Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in Asphyxia

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Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in Rockstar

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Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in Baked

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Tarte Indelible Wink Liquid Eyeliner & Eyeshadow Set in Plum

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OPI Nail Polish in Baby It's Coal Outside

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Sephora by OPI Nail Polish in Note To Self

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OPI Nail Polish in Dim Sum Plum

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OPI Nail Polish in Red My Fortune Cookie

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OPI Nail Polish in The One That Got Away

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OPI Nail Polish in Austin-tatious Turquoise

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OPI Nail Polish in Red Hot Gift

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China Glaze Crackle Nail Polish in Fault Line

Over China Glaze For Audrey

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China Glaze Crackle Nail Polish in Broken Hearted

Over Sephora by OPI in Havana Dreams

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China Glaze Crackle Nail Polish in Crushed Candy

Over OPI Jade Is The New Black

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OPI Nail Polish in Jade Is The New Black

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Tokidoki Lip Balm Stain in Donutella

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Essie Fiji

Sunday, February 27, 2011

After watching Blushingpixie's (Martha) newest video where she was wearing Essie Fiji I knew I had to get my hands on it. I have a love-hate relationship with Essie. While the colors they make are so pretty the application is down right awful. One coat will never be enough. I had to do 3 coats of Fiji but I really love the end results. It's a milky baby pink and it's perfect (after 3 coats that is). It's going to perfection for spring. Found at Walmart for $7.75
I also got Essie St. Tropez last week from their new collection... I'm really loving that color, too. Pictures soon.

Don't mind the minor imperfections.... I was distracted watching the Oscars! :) My pinky looks awful, awe man!


Happy Oscar night! Ciao, bellas!

Flowery nails for spring....



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Regret Not

If you are one who suffers from buyer's remorse, stop! Hopefully I can help you figure out what looks good on you and where to spend what kind of money so that when you go out you can just tell by looking at things how they will fit. Of course, if you question it, try it on. But if you shop at the same places then you can start to see what different brands fit like.
My best advice is learn your stores return policy before buying anything. I am so dedicated to Nordstrom because of their policy. You literally can return anything, anytime. And they can fix broken buttons or zippers. And they can refund you on any card. Whereas Forever21 you cannot return jewlery or sale and everything else can only be refunded via store credit. So learn the policy! So when you find something and try it on that you only think you love you should buy it and take it home to see what other things you have that it can go with and also look in your own full length mirror to see if it really was that flattering. Then if you decide you did not need it after all, return it.
There is also another great option of holding. Most stores can hold items for up to a day, so try on the item and if you think you love it but are not positive, put it on hold. Go other places for a few hours and if you cannot stop thinking about the item, go back to the store and buy it!
Danger danger: never buy something just because it is a great price!


                                                      

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My Oscar Dressess

The Oscars are coming up and that got me thinking about what I would wear if I was there. So many women wear these dresses and make you think "did she have ANY say in wearing that dress because that's a nightmare." (ie Michelle Williams brown flower dress) I think if I was a celebrity I'd want to have full say in what I wore and I'd have to 100% happy in it. Here are some dresses that's I'd feel comfortable wearing if I was going to such a fancy event. 

Btw- I can't tell you how hard it is to find nice evening gowns that aren't already on a celebrity or a prom dress. 

My Oscar picks.

Notte by Marchesa 

Donna Karen

Jason Wu


Notte Marchesa












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