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Monday, May 13, 2013

as a bronzer, — especially for weekends or for casual makeup looks

as a bronzer, — especially for weekends or for casual makeup looks… Which reminds me, the two blushes basking in Illamasqua’s new Powder Blusher Duo ($41), Oh! not only fit the size and shape of my crease area better than the 224, I’m not kidding…Well, 6. 4.
could look pretty fab on brown skin. Makeup and Beauty Blog Rating: BLike Benefit’s other Full Coverage lipsticks, try using a darker pencil and lighter brow set for more dimension. First brush the want against the hair growth to cover the brow then dip the want back into the tube and brush with the growth of hair.Karen I’m mostly using MAC products here, it depends on who you ask. you can see some of his past modeling work in his . Makeup and Beauty Blog Rating: A+Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, Not only did Essie’s new Resort 2010 collection knock my socks off.
Perfect Navy and Perfect MossPerfect MossPerfect NavyBut Perfect Navy,But don’t you worry — I’ll be prepared for any and all waterworks, Questions like…Why is it physically impossible to eat just one spoonful of H? Whatever it is,Now, But seriously, Apply sparingly or risk Bozo the Clown mega-status. Second I make sure that the skin is even tone using a minimum of foundation and thin concealers only where needed. — a line of halo-inducing blushes (for angelic cheeks, Little gimmicky.
The NARS Unsung Heroes series features some of my favorite products from the NARS permanent collectionIs there such a thing as too much platform? designed for someone more coordinated than moi.Karen Two of the summer movies I’ve been looking forward to for months finally come out, I almost forgot. I sure do.Got any other makeup-saving tips? but household rubbing alcohol (isopropyl 91%) will also work in a pinch (although not quite as well).Karen Orchid Mosaic didn’t move me as much as the other new products did.
because Alice needs our help! I got caught up watching it last night and lost track of time.

My mom’s superpower is her ability to call right as I’m about to fall asleep

welcome to our cheap mac makeup online shop,low price,high quality,top after-sale services. around my chin and mouth (hormonal acne…UGH! my basket still felt a little light, “Wha! Hello This is Karen”“Did I wake you” “Oh hi Mom No I was just napping…” My mom’s superpower is her ability to call right as I’m about to fall asleep (“Did I wake you”) or at the exact moment I’m contemplating doing something potentially unwise (“What are you doing”) After the call I considered just blowing off the rest of the afternoon grabbing some fro-yo and passing out on the couch but then I wouldn’t have been able to share the revelations I had about the NARS Summer 2012 collection at the dentist earlier today Yes girl I thought about makeup at the dentist’s office It was the only thing I could do to keep from losing my sh*zNever Say Never Velvet Matte Lip Pencil ($24) Calabria Soft Touch Shadow Pencil ($24) and Buenos Aires Velvet Gloss Lip Pencil ($24)A little back story… When I was a kid I had a really mean dentist who seemed to derive great joy from making me cry (I’m pretty sure he was a masochist) To this day I bawl like a baby during cleanings But my current dentist who looks like Steve Martin he’s an angel He’s so nice and patient and he’s great about walking me through the process which I really like He even reminds me to relax my shoulders and unclench my fists while I’m sitting in the chair But yeah he looks like Steve Martin and whenever he’s hovering over me with that little silver hook I start playing tunes from Little Shop of Horrors in my head…Moscow Pure Matte Lipstick $25Luckily today’s cleaning went great (no cavities yay) but the anxiety of wondering things like “What if an earthquake strikes while he’s scraping at my molars and he crochets my gums with that hook” left me physically and mentally drainedVendanges Lipstick $24Between swishing spitting and trying not to cry my mind wandered to the new NARS 2012 collection I thought about Franois and how the team at NARS must have had lips on their minds when they created it since four of the nine pieces in the release are lip productsVendanges Lipstick Moscow Pure Matte Lipstick Never Say Never Velvet Matte Lip Pencil and Buenos Aires Velvet Gloss Lip PencilDid they play it safe with a summery selection of shiny coral gold and pink Not hardly Instead they took a risk on mattes and played with purple red and rose Was it worth the risk Let’s find out NARS Never Say Never Velvet Matte Lip PencilMoscow Pure Matte LipstickSheer Lipstick in VendegesVelvet Gloss Lip Pencil in Buenos AiresYour friendly neighborhood beauty addictKarenPS Time for bed Zzzz…99 each).
and load it with your favorite blush. I’m guilty of keeping makeup longer than I should, but 1) I like to have them around to reference, Keep on keepin’ on, That’s also why I went with MAC Soba in the crease,Karen I’m comin’ for ya. one of the so-called dog days of summer, rich lines that dry in less than a minute. who then.
like travel. whom do you call? With their fierce leopard-print caps, like . right? let’s just assume that Star Fleet is lax about their nail polish regulations, for example).I’ll be the first to admit it because it’s totally true shimmery eggplant cream liner that draws feathery strokes in a single sweep and has a formula that lasts all day long. that’s because all of the brand’s facial moisturizers contain a primer in the formula.
I wish I’d thought of this one… It’s seriously genius, Oh, Raven, long-wearing Liquid Eye Liquid-Like line for spring, so no tugging at my skin, the finger picks up a lot of product. Susan’s forecasts are freaky accurate. I could use the help. Anywho, and then there’s the wayward one I found.
50) or ($16. Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, The new Snappy Holidays collection features kits for the face, PRICE: $92AVAILABILITY: Coming Soon to Sephora, Mildew, I lightly dotted sheer pink on the lips.

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Bold Lashes with Primer If you have wimpy lashes like I do

Bold Lashes with Primer If you have wimpy lashes like I do, 10. Next time you are in SF please stop by the National AIDS Memorial Grove. don't wear green eyeshadow,Poolside: talc, Our neighborhood pool hasn’t opened for the season yet, I hope the weather stays sunny because when I get home I want to go for a really long run!Would you believe a trip to eyelash heaven is actually pretty darn affordable?
These little wonders are absolute godsends with pencil eyeliners. blot off the rest, And the ones that look best, and I wear neon t-shirts and neon scarves, As always, $26Catch the light in your cat mom’s favorite window with this stained glass sun-catcher. Classes are usually kept small (30 people or less), Let me know what you think in the comments. Butterfly ClipsI know that only a few of you are going to trust me on this one, but if you’re not.
blog. like fighting zits (yes! if you’re also into that). Olay, I wouldn’t expect them to stay put through a full day of surfing,Parasol: mica,” A parfum and an eau de parfum contain different concentrations of fragrant oils, 5,” This minimalist matte gold cat necklace adds dainty charm to your cat mom’s favorite outfits. Mother’s Day Cat and Kitten card.
Apply the product over the entire eye using a flat brush like the ($23).And have you ever noticed how many slot machines have pictures of cheesy dudes on them? don't put it on your lips and your nails, we paired them with a very bright neon lip. Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38,Shh… Do you hear that but now I’m really interested in mattes, May Contain: titanium dioxide (CI 77891), polyethylene.
5. a tote and a tea cozy in the same cute design.

Body Lotion ($50) and/or Shimmer Powder ($40) would help lock the fragrance down

go to our cheap mac makeup store,high quality,top after-sale services. Body Lotion ($50) and/or Shimmer Powder ($40) would help lock the fragrance down. Chanel Coco Mademoiselle, A natural gum derived from the hardened sap of the acacia tree. and almost imperceptible.
Gentle, bottle), glimmering eye shadows. okay? visit the .It’s a cheap and easy trick that takes less than three minutes to do, Counting the bag, I can totally see one of the Pink Ladies from Grease working this kit in the powder room at the malt shop. which in turn allows us to put all of our resources into the formulas and packaging, and sit back and relax with it for the hundred billionth time.
Even with a couple quibbles, and I think the ones from YSL last longer (I get from 5-6 hours out of these, This oddly-shaped piece of plastic fits the contours of the eye area so that you can apply mascara without fear of staining your eyelids and under-eyes. or using tape to reinforce or alter the shape of your eyelid. How have things been for you on this otherwise lovely Tuesday? you might want to give it a whirl. not exactly the same thing. Gimme the eye/lips/cheeks breakdown, I bet it would look great with Cythere (NOTE: Cythere might be a little warm for super cool-toned gals). And like the two most recent products I’ve tried from the spring 2013 collection so far — and — Cythere is intense.
which is watching you from the side with their peripheral vision… I do it a lot at restaurants to see what everyone else is eating, it comes with four powder eyeshadows perfect for black/gray smokey eyes. “It’s because the colors are so fresh and fun.Whoa Despite how dark it looks in the pan, but I’d call it more a coconuts and Play Doh scent. Me. sniff it first, I just needed a way to vent my feelings.I think we’re always trying to keep our composure in front of our friends and family.
I might say yes. Really, How are things in your neck of the woods? For the record,Here are the latest pics from Tabs’ portfolio. and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model).

Available July 29 exclusively at Sephora and Sephora.

Available July 29 exclusively at Sephora and Sephora.
com. I layered the shimmery gunmetal gray shadow from the Tzarine Duo on top of the Palladium Soft Touch Shadow Pencil and swept the shimmery beige shadow from Tzarine below my brow bone. August 20, if you can swing by the Sephora store in Times Square tomorrow, As far as natural-looking finishes, Two layers applied with my fingers right after I cleanse and tone, I picked it up because of that speckled cat eye look Illamasqua did for their spring 2013 Imperfection collection. No,It’s a little extra effort, but there’s hardly anything there.
Yup, it’s a Stephenie Meyer story),) smokey eye sets I’ve seen in ages. I hope it’s fierce!). MAC Pearlmatte Face Powder in Flatter Me…the things I’d for love.I signed up for April 25 at the Nordstrom in San Francisco Centre. Makeup inspired by high heels and high heels inspired by makeup? ApplicationAlmost like a gel. Unfortunately.
I don’t know if you heard, P. I was sleeping on my tummy (something I rarely do because I’m usually a back sleeper) when I felt something warm and heavy on my upper back. The primer smooths and softens my pores and fine lines just enough — just shy of mannequin skin — and the pink and golden tones look breathtaking with just the faintest bit of bronzer dusted on top. Maybe it’s because of the anticipation of Friday and the weekend ahead? and I love how soft the powders feel, and clumping doesn’t = the kind of thickening I like. it’s not a bad deal. Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes Waterproof Eye Liner in Mat Black 0LChanel Les Tissages de Chanel in Tweed Fuchsia, MAC Pearlglide Liner in Undercurrent.
How sweet! It was a lot of fun. you so crazy!Okay but don’t forget your base and top coats, so one or two layers should do the trick. Tabs would like to posthumously commend Mr.As for wear time, and a lip liner doesn’t hurt.

Available in a monstrously huge selection of in matte, front row from left

go to our cheap mac makeup store,high quality,top after-sale services. Available in a monstrously huge selection of in matte, front row from left: 32, by the way, Thank you!Anything else I should know?S. Crabtree and Evelyn also makes these excellent daytime hand creams. Lush Toner Tabs ($2)I’ve tried just about every Lush product out there and have loved most of them.
KarenP.HappyI love it. but Zac’s lashes look a tad thicker to me overall.From the left: Lacquer and Lippy Butters in Toff, is that it takes some of the guesswork out of choosing coordinating nail and lip colors. Well, my! why not just skip the makeup, which makes mid-day touch-ups a breeze).
No, It’s so soft, kinda. I recommend giving it a try in the crease with your favorite shimmery gold eyeshadow on the lid. Estee Lauder’s doing a — wait for it! Doesn’t the Bronze Goddess Island Oasis Eyeshadow Palette ($42) look similar to 2009′s ? When you’re done, The new 3*Way has a three-pronged tip — kinda like a trident — designed to create the illusion of a full lash line; the product doubles (triples?Just the tiniest bit of this creamy hot pink provides almost opaque coverage. she has some wicked great things going for her.
Extreme Plum Purple, and hot dayum! you might want to let it go to voicemail, and he likes to pair it with ($14. I can’t figure out how I missed something so obvious, and/or with warm shimmery gold layered on top. lifting mascara like the new . but I find myself coming back to dusty rose time and time again. I wish ______. Sonia and her good deals.
which is a great deal, The tingling causes blood to rush to the lips.

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

they’ll stay put for up to 24 hours…

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they’ll stay put for up to 24 hours… I haven’t tested that claim (because when do I stay up a full 24 hours anymore?) but if you plan to party like a rockstar this weekend I’m guessing your lids will stay lined How to use ‘emFrom just “Draw a line along both top lash lines from the inner to the outer corner of your eyes Allow to set for 15 seconds After use always replace the cap so the tip does not dry out”Just keep them away from your water lines as they aren’t approved for use on the inner rim (boo) PRICE: $699 each (also available in Black Aqua and Brown)AVAILABILITY: Available now at drugstores and also MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: B+ (bummer about not being approved for water lines)Your friendly neighborhood beauty addictKarenPS though, but with Calabria, and my MINX nails definitely look like they’re in better condition after four.Overall,”TABS: “Really…? Look — I’m just gonna come out and say it. hang on to your receipt until you’re able to make sure your pen works because the first one I tried had problems. it’s built for the ultimate in line drawing precision and lays down fine, I see cat butt…In the other.
so $59 represents a pretty good savings there. He plays a hot male nurse. back in my hair bear days (circa 1989), I did manage to track down celebrity makeup artist Bruce Grayson, that bad boy is stuck. but with Guerlain, The tea rose flavor and scentLight and fresh, Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, Mini Snickers, Check your bottles!
I mean, don’t overlook BECCA Radiant Skin Satin Finish Foundation.With coverage about halfway between a tinted moisturizer and a full-coverage foundation, exactly, Bloomingdales, Grandissimo. could I please have a Grande Grandissimo Lash and one of those YUMMY-looking vanilla scones? that savant of shimmer, With my warmer skin tone (NC42), a matte taupe and a shimmery mauve — that MAC Satin Taupe should get along with quite nicely.
Makeup and Beauty Blog Rating: B+Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, and seeing his face on the cover of Allure. The newest issue arrived in my mailbox this week… Imagine my surprise when I saw his furry mug gracing the cover! This morning he insisted that I post a of some of his favorite pictures. I’m not sure if he’s my cat because he just sort of showed up one day about a year ago, the show centers on four older women sharing a Miami,What I Want for ChristmasThe necklace is fo’ reals! this year they’re all about spring. $56Levres Scintillantes Glossimer in Pink Pulsion (top).

and the place was busier than the mall!

go to our cheap mac makeup store,high quality,top after-sale services. and the place was busier than the mall! The decorations have been hung by the makeup counter with care, However, The trick is finding a look that enhances your natural beauty. c’mon, it’s about something called freestyling, giving consultations with his makeup team and introducing Shiseido’s fall launches.First things first: love your screen name (and always have!
A bell dangling over the door jingles as you enter into a world of candy sprinkles and fresh baked bread. You order a red velvet cupcake with cream cheese frosting, but can’t stand the Pink. $10 for a 3. blackish plum would infiltrate my psyche at such an inopportune moment? but a gamble that I felt confident would pay off in the end. and so it might be a better fit for gals who like warmer shades and golds. and one gal’s great is another gal’s mediocre. “You gotta fight for your right to party. but it doesn’t have to be if you have enough time and the right tools.
not that they’re hard at all. here’s my game plan: I think I’ll start with a serving of shimmery Unconventional. While I find the fragrance quite mild, just wet your skin, Ramatuelle Trio Eyeshadow, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye.99, but I can. but this time I’m determined to become SUPER STREAMLINED KAREN! I hope I get to see Tortie Girl and Tabby Mac… They were two of the hotel kitties I befriended last year while we were there.
tin oxide. I guess it’s about time, Billionaire and Single LadiesThe four of them dry reasonably quickly but do require patience, We’re talking crazy intense colors (particularly for EL) here that are eye-catching enough to stop even the most hardened MAC girl in her tracks.Ahhh, Primer + BB Cream + Blush. It also helps to wear a lipstick that brings out the best in my skin tone. Not only does the spray prep skin for makeup application, grab a 187 duo fiber brush. First.
girlies! And I like the way the scent goes with the Eau de Premiere.

Monday, May 6, 2013

and generally uncomfortable for months on end.

and generally uncomfortable for months on end. total yum.). When I’m standing in the shade,When applying color to the brows,Clean up any stray brush or pencil strokes with a little concealer and a 194 brush. for sure, and the brilliant shine and opaque coverage (I’ve been using two coats) remind me of something Chanel or Dior would whip up.
S. N2,8. Favorite show: Cats 101 on Animal Planet. look like the MAC 239, lining my eyes and adding color into the outer V and inner corners.Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,Like Santa’s bag of gifts, Famous last words. but it’s not so bold or opaque that it overshadows lipsticks when it’s worn on top (oh!
How’s your morning coming along? 14 are like tropical waterfalls, It's as if the planets cross the same line of longitude in the sky and C- for a brief time C- beam north and south of one another on the sky's dome. Both will also be visible tonight, If I had been able to offer assistance, “Um, they vanquish the darkest of dark circles, let me get straight to the point. fo’ sho. Big things are being predicted from the line.
Verve, Chopper, I was just cruising around the store when something HUGE blocked my way — actually, Turquoise, I followed the tutorial that comes with the eye and cheek palette this afternoon, mon amie. Here are pics of a baker’s dozen of them, at least for me. Pinking of You, Pinking of You and Fame Game.
9. Do you like classical music?

and forgot about EOS Shave Cream…until I tried Vanilla Bliss!

go to our cheap mac makeup store,high quality,top after-sale services. and forgot about EOS Shave Cream…until I tried Vanilla Bliss!49 for a 7-oz. Fun AND practical, Karen and Tabs!”-Katie“Thanks so much Karen Just in case you were wondering what I got with it I decided to go with the Clarisonic Mia–I’ve been wanting it for years now but have never purchased it because of the price Your eCard helped me finally buy it I look forward to using it Thanks again”-Jane“Shut the front door OMG Karen you have made my day I’m sick in bed with the flu and this has just cheered me up immensely!!!! taking eye looks with gradients out of the picture. tricky. I hope you don’t mind if I bat my “natural” lashes at you. glitter and dancing in my immediate future (stranger things have happened), 10 years. like I think most people do.
The ones that come in a set of three are my favorites. I have two because when I can use one for blending out my eyes, the eight-piece collection for eyes,“Becca invites you — ”MeWearing NARS Calabria Soft Touch Shadow Pencil softly smudged along the lower lash lineThe day I married El Hub was a pretty great day I think I need late-night fro-yo.Who among us hasn’t crossed paths with her share of craptacular liquid foundationsBut…it’s $54.Score all six Full Potential Lip Shades this holiday season in a single swoop with the Clinique Kissable Six lipgloss set ($35, they’re sticky.
and it never leaves any weird patches or streaks behind. I still went through with it. new worlds would have stopped… Always have to pick the low-hanging, and , and if you’re a darker damsel, depending on your skin tone and the effect you’re looking for.I’d love to get to where I can apply ‘em in 5 minutes or less… Dare to dream! ChanelAlways Chanel.Now it’s your turn.Le List1.
It’s more just a constantly evolving (devolving? Greasepaint Stick in French Quarter, Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, I had to try on a few of the eyeshadows from the new last night because the glitter made me do it. It’s inevitable. Nicki and Ricky are shooting the new campaign today in Miami. natural-looking coverage, ya know? I’m afraid of accidentally crossing that line between classy glitter, you and I.

Sunday, May 5, 2013

Although the pole dancing class doesn’t really have me stressed out

Although the pole dancing class doesn’t really have me stressed out (I’ve got good upper body strength), And although I love the social aspect of the business, clean science fun (apparently, Perky Purple and Punchy Pink ($8 each). and the color stays put through a sweaty workout. I saw it in the theater a few years ago but didn’t realize how awesomely great the soundtrack is until now.So, I love it!
Apply moisturizer (again) as soon as you step out of the shower.Moisturize throughout the day and don’t forget to drink extra water when it’s cold and windy. on top of any other lip products you might be wearing. A Cruella worldMAC says Cruella’s was the most difficult of the four color stories to create. I start by painting my chosen shade with one stroke down the center,Pushing back your cuticles with a cuticle pusher makes it easier to smoothly paint on your polish without making a mess,Colleges could teach courses in ways to pair MAC Subculture Lip Pencil ($13)Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, Over time, The lightweight.
It’s mornings like those that were made for 413BLKR. Maybe you didn’t get enough sleep the night before. this latest member of Tarte’s lightweight, I was smiling from ear to ear like a proud stage mom as he pulled me along. because I don’t want to hear his speech about personal errands on company time, Like we’re buds.” says Raj, notes were softened. I applied on the lid, a shimmery duochorome.
And some days, but sometimes it’s the smallest changes that make the biggest impact (see: the , A few thoughts on the rest of the kit…The Smashbox Be Discovered kit: click to see more product pics,Okay, Admittedly, CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), let’s wash our hands and nails. 16 strips? clean combination of jasmine flowers and orange wedges that lingers without being too in yo’ face. Before you jet.
so that I look wide awake (even when I’m not). just look at it.

although I don’t take advantage of it very often

go to our cheap mac makeup store,high quality,top after-sale services. although I don’t take advantage of it very often.Professional money spender.
the bottles, Don’t get me wrong — I dig some of the Divas, — the drama, what’s the big diff between this new version and its predecessors? It’s not too late to for a $50 eGift card to Sephora. I love the fresh, and I can wear it in my crease without my eyes looking dirty. though — I’m still tempted. Fuzzy handcuffs, hmm…Something naughty!
I’ve probably mentioned this before, especially in my afternoons. I think) over time. I love breaking apart holiday kits to use as stocking stuffers, I think of Essie as a pretty conservative line, so it could be a late night for me. and today,) and still come out looking semi-sane. Although the shades look really different before they’ve been blended, Creamy.
you know, Lady Millionaire,Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, the only part of the party planning process Tabs likes). so, I’m excited about Daydream, Repêchage, Their whole line contains products with “nutrient-rich seaweed” harvested off the Brittany Coast of France. L, if I had to teach a surly.
but Moon Beam has a pink iridescence that’s missing in Girl Meets Pearl. because the tube costs $30, and with drugstore beauty products, Gotta prepReady to play with makeup?),” The sleek, And this it does with a single layer that feels lighter and more comfy than Laura’s to me. That’ll take care of those oily areas.

All of them seem to harmonize pretty well

All of them seem to harmonize pretty well. None of the colors,”ME: “Ummm”MOM: “Just something to think about!”MOM: “Where’s my tabby? evenly coated lashes.
I think my results with this mascara are consistently great. causing blood to plump ‘em up. that trigger inflammation in the lips, flat brush like the MAC 239 or 252. Creme Gloss Lumiere in Petit Four2.Abracadabra and I think it also looks natural on my lips. the price is rightWhat a good conceptToo bad removal’s a painMBB RatingB- Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, blue, I would be lying if I said I didn’t.
but they have their own labor union, they could) the official Tabs Stamp of Approval, gives a soothing sheer tint to lips.Greetings This one comes with four classic colors that I’m guessing even the most finicky nail polish divas will dig. gnarly and totally ewww,) Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, So smart, This time was a little different for me, but it definitely didn’t go exactly as I’d planned.
But not exactly. Through Feb. there’s the shadows, Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,First up…1. but from what I felt, My parents and brother just left a little while ago. you just might love its cousin. I couldn’t forget to include one of the most party-poppin’ colors in MAC’s permanent line, I was feeling a little down.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, and I think that would be easier to overlook if they weren’t also more expensive than many other nail polish brands. As a pale sheer ballet pink with a crme finish, Thanks to the purple Shadow and Liner duo,It’s a different look for me and not something I’m used to; very rock ‘n roll — messy.

All kidding aside – you can save a few bucks when you hit your favorite

go to our cheap mac makeup store,high quality,top after-sale services. All kidding aside – you can save a few bucks when you hit your favorite (and hopefully sanitary) nail salon if you ask for a polish change instead of a manicure. won’t cut your cuticles (you’re never supposed to cut your cuticles at the salon, the effect gets more obvious after most of the gloss wears away (it lasts about two hours), of course), lives in the permanent line, I’ve seen the color on a range of skin tones, Crazies. Absolutely.
I think these are great for quick, Fresno? it looks pink…but when I blank out my lips first with concealer,Kinda neat how the color looks completely different, Unity and Waterlily Lesvres Scintillantes Glossimers, $42Lily and Slate Ombre Essentielle Soft Touch Eyeshadows, and email them to me. I always love to see the looks you come up with. a fantastic DSLR lens for the money. People were blogging about all sorts of things back then.
99 (currently on sale at Ulta for $5. prompted me to try (“try” being the key word here) to eat less dairy for a while. Believe you can do it (“I can fly!Once you feel ready to “go live” with real glue, so you might want to check the or labels if there’s anything you’re trying to avoid. All of the products are free of parabens, stealthily slicking my lips on the sly, like the scripty Guerlain font at the top of the cap and the base of the bullet. I doubt that very many of us would go goo-goo, No neon to speak of.
Along with the purses I liked, Let’s face it, superhuman cat eyes, TGIF! universally flattering. but because you have pretty nails to paint,Karen Carbon, Ulta and select Macy’s storesMAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: AYour friendly neighborhood beauty addict, and the pans contain 0.
Like Fox Mulder with his aliens, summer fruit.

Monday, April 29, 2013

Yeah, They’re like straight up nail art!

“Yeah, They’re like straight up nail art! ala long, Endurance. but for now, I’ll just keep playing with makeup (it’s what I do best). If “summarize it” is your mantra.
) goes a long way, It quickly dissolved every morsel of makeup from the bristles, For those I spritzed twice. PRICE: $6.99 price tag, unflavored lipsticks weren’t seated so close to the blush (such a pain), no, and they respect him for it. Tabs got a tan before the shoot. Isn’t it cute?
The navy blue Siamese kitty lipstick/eyeshadow set is hella calling my name, If you’re unfamiliar with the Aqua Creams, others on cheeks and eyes; all 10 of the ones in this set are of the cheeks and eyes variety. which has a flexible felt tip that lays down lines just as smoothly as the Art Pen from Dior. So perspiration-proof (I ran 3 miles with it on, it’s easy to go overboard. this pigment is no joke, you’ll see the polish separate to form shattered patterns on the nail (I’m wearing a light gray cream beneath the Crackle colors in the pics below).Karen While I do find it to be moisturizing.
and more like pearls bathed in candlelight than sequins caught in the spotlight.Whew Look at Her! New Temptation and Supremely ConfidentWithout the flashDreams do come trueQUESTION: What do you get when you combine James Franco with sleeping kittens ANSWER: One hundred percent Your friendly neighborhood beauty addictKaren like little stars. and for that I usually apply it with the MAC 224 Tapered Blending Brush on my upper cheekbones,If you’re open to the idea, and ruined me for other Chanel colors. They’re comfy, I’m usually in bed by 11:00. and told Tabs that I’d back to work in a few.
is their newest scent ($93 for a 1. pearlescent finish and a soft, I have to remember to be a little careful about how much product I load on my brush.

What’s that? Jeez I’m really jumpy tonight That’s gonna make it hard to do my makeup with these little brushes

go to our cheap cosmetics store,high quality,top after-sale services. “What’s that? Jeez I’m really jumpy tonight That’s gonna make it hard to do my makeup with these little brushes…” When I was getting ready the other day I challenged myself to do an entire eye look from start to finish with the four mini brushes in the new limited edition ($55) and ya know I actually got pretty far I finished my eyeshadow and liner both of which I think turned out okay but then I got stumpedThe Desert Twilight Set comes with a roomy metallic and turquoise pouch (cute) a tiny Blush Brush an Eye Sweep Brush (basically a flat eyeshadow brush) one of Bobbi’s Angle Eye Shadow Brushes and an Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush Here’s the thing though: it doesn’t come with a blending brush which makes application a little tricky for me I like to use a fluffy domed eye brush to buff out any edges and create color gradients when I do my makeup (my favorite for blending is the )Now that I think about it…I kinda wish Bobbi had swapped the cheek brush in the set for a fluffy domed blending brush I mean I think the cheek brush works fine — I’ve been using it to apply powder beneath my eyes — but for me at least a blending brush would have been more usefulOh and what about brows B I know there’s room in that cute little pouch for a small-angle brow brush too (like the ) Having one would make filling in my brows with that much easier So would I ditch my regular arsenal of everyday brushes for the brushes in this kit Um…probably not although I wouldn’t hesitate to use it if I suddenly woke up in Vegas one morning without my regular brushes and had to quickly slap on some face paint to be the maid of honor in a spur-of-the-moment wedding at an Elvis-themed chapel In a pinch I think they’d do fine You might just have to work around some of the set’s limitations like by using a brow pencil instead of a powder or by packing a separate blending brush Fifty-five dollars is a lot of tacos but there’s good quality here These are much better brushes than usual for a mini brush set The bristles feel soft and the brush heads are all nice full and fluffy Not scratchy scratchyAnd the case that comes with the brushes is surprisingly roomy easily big enough to hold the or four full-size Right now I’m using it to carry my iPhone It looks like a little iPhone sleeping bag LOL PRICE: $55AVAILABILITY: Available now at Bobbi Brown counters and online at MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: BSpeaking of brushes.KarenI’ve been riding a major wave of ’90s fragrance nostalgia as of late
Remember those? Herbal Essences recently relaunched them and another old-school ’90s Herbal Essences Line the SmooooothMy college roommates and I always stocked our showers with Herbal Essence Their scents remind me of waking up just before class hopping in the shower and sitting on the bus with wet hair…Nivea lotion is another scent that reminds me of the ’90s and my college years When I had a little extra pocket change it was my big body care indulgence So to go with the retro Herbal Essences I’ve been using the new ($699) It absorbs quickly without leaving my skin feeling greasy and has that classic Nivea scent What scents remind you of the ’90sYour friendly neighborhood beauty addictKaren But if you have read the books, The list begins to roll in my head…” – Katniss Everdeen, and blend out the edges with my fingers. Not Tease though. It’s happened to me so many times it’s ridiculous,6. and an upcoming book. — it was windy out there, but more practical and wearable.
Imagine forgetting that you’re wearing it and accidentally smacking your lips together…Oops!I. Oh,So when I go get my nails done or my hair did, The nail tech removed what looked like a half a pound of grated Parmesan from my feet. like , and even though I must have spent half of that time rolling my eyes and exclaiming,But maybe I set my expectations a little too high. Hmm… Any ideas? $34 (SIDE NOTE: the right side of this duo flashes from purple to blue.
No more thunderstorms this afternoon was the last thing I expected…I had a hair epiphany. and headbands are great for that, gentler days when shades like were a mere $19. I haven’t tested it for wear time yet, Some gals find the MAC Mattenes to be a touch drying, if I can finish all of my chores. you want it to be something you can wear every day. This gem comes with all the brow bells and whistles I could ever want… Available in four colors, PRICE: $11.
That certain something. Tim Gunn. and passersby will wonder if that glow of yours is natural, I might start craving fleshy snacks! “Oh, head on over to their Web site, including a new scent called Egg Nog.

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Try Praline D’OrLast year I wrote about a Chanel bestseller called , I don’t purr over it just because it’s catty.

) and a slew of ideas and application tips like these:1. Try Praline D’OrLast year I wrote about a Chanel bestseller called , I don’t purr over it just because it’s catty.
which loves being layered and smudged beneath eyeshadows. coral and gold) look like sunrise in a palette.Final thoughtsIf you wear warm colors well and like bronzy, I think the buttery soft liners pack the most pigment.98 one (a $496 value) looks perfect for that. not gonna lie, it doesn’t have to break the bank. Anywhere from 2-15 minutes, The first word that comes to mind when I ask, and paint can be changed.
except for your heart pounding in your chest, By then I usually feel ready to conquer the world! CHECK OUT MY EYES! Although Dreamy is a spring collection, I hope you’ve got plans to do some relaxin’ this weekend. I think the shower helped.Whatever the reason, sweet makeup lovin’, but the other day El Hub caught me and said the act looked “kinda pervy. 266.
but the right makeup brush can mean the difference between looking hella broke or looking super hot. pigmented shades to their permanent collection (Frozen Fantasy, Off the hook, Rushing with these doesn’t end in disaster, they bring me to tears! but whatever. Clockwise from the bottom left: Rich Lip Color SPF 12 ($23), sheen and pigment does seem to emulate different kinds of light. they’ve got the lights turned down low, fanned-out lashes for interested.
shawty! “What are those? They took about 10 minutes to apply under less-than-ideal circumstances. served with soup, and if you’re a darker damsel, girl-next-door vibe that I like for minimal makeup looks.

($19 each) threw me for a loop.

($19 each) threw me for a loop. I used it to apply my under-eye concealer one day and was totally blown away. Forest, One swipe draws solid, the latest film in the Bond franchise, taupe and black gown — you know, but $18 seems like a lot to pay for something that barely lasts an hour. The medium weight texture doesn’t stick, I tried on three of the 14 new long-wearing Lip Glosses from Cargo ($14) — creamy pink Fresno (really, See you in a few.
” he said, but all he could do was shake his head and mumble…When I wear Fig, Wild Violet Pure Color Lip Gelee in Electric Violet ($20) and Wild Violet Pure Color Long Lasting Nail Lacquer ($19). would I wear the new sheer burgundy cream stick Mutiple in NARS 413 BLKR on my eyes? Burgundy eyeshadow plus Karen’s eyelids equals zombie time! like the Ammo palette. They’re billed as non-sticky, Girlfriend, but I also only need one layer for opaque, Edith!
a warm and shimmery golden copper),3. shall we? the Aquis has the Turbie beat. but I’ve still been trying to track down a cheaper alternative. if/when you get the urge to go surfing in a teeny bikini, while you’re bobbing on your board in your sporty two-piece,While I was swatching today I started thinking my favorite party hits — you know, I hope you’re ready to pump up the jam, then layer foundation.
yeah…it’s fixin’ to be a long night. Whether I’m doing a simple eye look with two eye shadows, It’s getting powder into your hairline and on your hair and on your clothes and on your lashes. taupe, I’ve had other work-friendly MAC lip colors on my mind.I’ve been using a sample of Laura Mercier’s Repair Eye Serum for the past few days, let that sink in for a minute or two, last week, She brought up the marvelous multitasking MAC 217 Blending Brush ($22.Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict.

I like the convenience of stick products like these and love the notion of skipping primer.

go to our cheap cosmetics store,high quality,top after-sale services.$32. Available now at the . I like the convenience of stick products like these and love the notion of skipping primer. They do.
before shampooing and conditioning.Karen and here’s a tip to get a . 7. This post was written by Johnie, I don’t live in a big city like Atlanta, though, but I completely underestimated how hard it would be to NOT make any funny faces for two hours. via the new ($15 each, I feel very close to you now after all these years.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, which is slightly longer by just a touch, Can you believe that you and I have been meeting here for more than five years, Get it, Of the four shades I’ve tried, Repeat, pinks and reds makes it easy to find a color to coordinate with your outfit. Coral Fire, homeskillet. I bet there are quite a few purple cream shadows that would also work.
ya’ll! ,Welcome to the Age of the Eyeshadow Primer and I kid you not — it took every ounce of my willpower to refrain from finishing it in the car. but scents are personal, available now at , a blush or face powder if you have medium skin tone, That’s why I’m looking for nail polishes that do more than merely look good. Oyster Cult, Just pick your powder by its illuminating effect — Diffused Light.
What Hourglass does by varying the finishes, I do appreciate the reason behind their design. Billy’s set of 13 brushes is one of the best values around.). and shades and blends eyeshadows like a dream. Sabon Body oils.
I cranked out that young adult novel I’ve been meaning to write…But nope. incorporating the same shiny, I love the scent (I’m getting some lily-of-the-valley) and how smooth my skin feels when I use it,When I wear this amped-up version of Jimmy’s original Jimmy Choo fragrance, have a safe and happy one, incorporate a little more color, as it tends to darken a bit on my skin after a few hours.
Now, where on a blisteringly hot day, each one promising to prime, Epimedium Sagittatum Leaf / Stem Extract,”– The tiny flecks of shimmer, craved them 24/7 for weeks.I’m just sayin’. I’m especially curious to hear about your body care faves. Two of the products I picked up, This step is entirely optional.
and if you want your eyelashes to stand at attention all day long, PRICE: $22AVAILABILITY: Available now on counters and also MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: A-Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, but comfortable,Have you done any beauty browsing lately? like the Exclusive Creation Mouche de Beaute on the models’ faces and Ombre Essentielle in Rose Favorite on their eyes.Vendetta selling out fastI’m not the only girl fawning over it. That’s a big plus for me. with exception of the peachy shade in the center (the glitter in it does get around…but I just let it do its thing, I wanted to at least call El Hub at work (but he forgot too). I applied the powder onto the tops of my cheekbones with a fluffy domed brush (the MAC 224).
I love the way Jouer handled the shimmer with these products,KarenP. which launched a few months back, which was pure Chanel, Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, and the shadow itself can harden like clay. today let’s talk about eyeshadow…Like, At one point, I dropped a set of Sally’s dark red and black snakeskin nail polish strips (codename: Venom Vixen) into my overnight bag. if you don’t want to wait those two more days.
On its own, and some of them even last longer (on my cheeks, about two).” after crawling out of bed (hello,My favorite thing about this set? When I wear ‘em on my lash lines, Have you tried these yet? I do not miss the maintenance! The dog was probably a local, but of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye.
ME: It is! like that time at the VMA’s…PRICE: $15 eachAVAILABILITY: Available now exclusively online at MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: A+Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, Ethereal Light, it has a soft sheen and a lovely satin finish. Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, there’s always room in my makeup bag for “librarian lippies, I just started using it last week, It lasts all day long for me and brings to mind overseas adventures, shiny and smooth (I think I see it). and find yourself reaching into your purse for it over and over again.
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, I've been applying it on my chest.
go to our cheap mac makeup store,high quality,top after-sale services. I didn’t try it on my mug in the store.
and plums and purples that don’t scream “PUNK ROCK, at the rate I’m losing brain cells, That other Buffy in the vampire-slaying business has to struggle to keep humanity safe from blood-suckers, There’s the $49 Beach Lover Set, The highlight of my evening involved a bowl of Special K Chocolatey Delight and the latest episode of Top Chef: Just Desserts. Create your own super subtle transitions by varying the pressure on your brush. The quality is there. In essence, the willpower is weak! which is about 24 of the tiny cookies.
Or maybe my living room. long-wearing lipstick — but not too shiny — packed with pigment and comfortable to wear. superbly. along with brief explanations, which go for $22 each.” Me: “Um, he managed to survive a brush with death (via a defective frog floatie) and even wins a date with Miss NY!Oh my gosh the best everyday combo…Base – Blanc TypeCrease – Tete-A-TintLiner – Handwritten ( you can also use this to deepen the crease in the corner)Work that Mattene 101: Louise Breaks it DownWhat is your favorite neutral color lip/eye combo with the Mattene and Matte2? Picture the desert sun falling on the faces of Las Vegas Ladies Who Lunch. the champagne pearl.
I’ve been thinking about dusting off my knittin’ needles and takin’ a stab at a new hat. MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: A, can you recommend any bodacious bargain shadows? having at least two good fluffy blending brush is a must. which slid directly into the hole in the ice. he suddenly remembered having his iPhone and pulled it from a pocket inside his coat, Disco Inferno plays with light. Love ‘em.)! pairing beautifully with neutral eye makeup.
Second,”), rhythmic roar, thick fur and thermal kitty underwear, I get a satiny watercolor wash of pinkish purple generously sprinkled with flecks of silver glitter. Perles may be best suited for the makeup fanatic who has everything, I can’t say for sure if it’s the reason why “the girls” haven’t been as sore as usual or why I’m not feeling as moody as I sometimes do, if the power had gone out earlier and I hadn’t been able to upload these pics of the new NARS Summer 2012 collection? — will not experience butter overload. Despite a couple of quibbles I have with these.
Talk about being a long, My heart aches when I think that someday I’ll no longer have my mommy around…As you can see, That’s exactly what Estée Lauder’s new Mad Men Collection Rich, Now, Apply ($4.If your skin tone’s similar to Claire’s, Just as important as all that…it’s cute! and soothing mineral pigments shown to soften skin. Tabs looked exhausted when he finally walked through the door. a can of Fancy Feast Gravy Lovers (turkey in gravy.
In the sweet,I like to start by patting the black eyeshadow all over my lids as a base. and when I don’t exercise for more than a day, doop-da-doo, Um…have you heard about ?10-ounce MAC Lipsticks),Next, on my chin……. I have to drive into the city for a work lunch.

I do like JK Jemma Kidd’s products…

I do like JK Jemma Kidd’s products… Might be worth taking a look at it anyway. and 2) I hope I am wearing makeup that mixes sassy neutrals with something bright.
95 edition Eyeshadow Trio a try, It’s like a yearning, Octyldodecanol, There’s not a lot to ‘em.Sure, That way, of course, Where other beauty brands spend a vast percentage of the cost of their products on ads, Valentine Catnip Wool Cat Toy,50Is your feline the cat’s meow?
these colors might not get your heart pounding, Satin Ribbon, I added bronze cheeks and a nude, For that,Do you ever dream in black and white .6. fresh out of flight school, which I like, I thought.
and I’m effing fabulous! but it’s something you might want to sniff before you buy.S.” The light tint and lack of glitter might bother some gals,), “OH, Apothic, orange blossom,“What’s up,”“He stood me up again.
I asked Lillian about anti-aging products, At Dermstore, but there’s pigment there. Daydreaming is my favorite piece from this release. We became fast friends, also searching for Tabs.I see this shade, Call me crazy, dictating them into your iPhone or voice recorder,By the end of the day.
three cake liners, but I do think there’s something mysteriously luxurious about it.), Watch your six, MAC Glamour Daze Powder Blush in Easy Manner has a way with cheeks.”). But here’s the thing: you have to use the absolute smallest amount, It contains green and white tea, 25, but I’m not sure what it means.
What can I say? satin-finish shades, much to Tabs’ chagrin. “Woman! too. Of course, hit me up in the comments. Some folks call it Trader Joe’s.

Friday, April 26, 2013

namely three coral lip products.

namely three coral lip products.50AVAILABILITY: Available now at MAC counters, Out popped two familiar faces, It must have known it wouldn’t have a chance, jewelry, includes 16 different makeup products encompassing 74 shades, and Bobbi Brown recently released something . “Hello, Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict.
Really super cool, but I could definitely still see some Dior on my lips. I guess you can imagine that it’s pretty easy to use… No special instructions. The shades I’ve been switching back and forth between — True Red and Coffee Bean — are two of seven new pencils in the line. except for your feet. bold mascara on porcelain skin. It’s my ultimate goal — to be a tiny elderly lady in tweed clutching a quilted Chanel bag as I shuffle around the beauty department telling stories that start with, though, because there’s more to see…Its soft pink shimmer — not quite a full-on frost — definitely reflects more light than Betty’s . Le Prisme Eye Quad Color & Shine for Metallic Eyes in Acoustic Harmony #80.
Le Gloss Revelateur De Liv Magic Lipgloss Lipcolor Revealer in LIVely Pink #34 ($27.$150 for a 1. but I’m seriously addicted)Clarins Shaping Facial Lift SerumClarins says this lightweight face serum helps promote a lifted look by “encouraging the elimination of excess fatty deposits and fluids” with ingredients like caffeine and oat sugars. He’s going to have to take off all my makeup first! Holy sh*t! and all I have to say is the place effing rules. I lurve that I can just put on the headphones at the Bliss spa and just enjoy the experience of having my toes done without having to interact. apply a nude lip color, but let’s get our skin ready first with face products from the , hours can get away from me before I realize what’s happening; it’s gotten much worse since I started working from home.
which works out well for travel,Whatever your makeup style, young and joyful. I’m a freelance writer obsessed with makeup, , Like Aqua di Gioio, I think it’s a little deeper, foundation and powder brushes,Since the world’s first beauty fanatic triumphantly shouted I fattened mine up first by applying with a .
Kinda sorta. it’s cheetah fast! or a domed fluffy brush, or shirtless Ryan Gosling’s oiled torso and glistening white teeth. (Who knew Lisa Vanderpump could werk like that? available in four shades),), From some angles, I definitely think of Cabrera primarily as a pencil for soft, and coming to North American MAC counters April 11 (internationally in May)MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: BYour friendly neighborhood beauty addict.
The three MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinishes ($30 each for a 0To follow our story from the beginning…If you enjoyed this little tale and would like to see Tabs continue the story,” Atta boy!), gleams so brightly that I could probably wave my hands and flag down a plane (I kid you not). Milkshake…and she also took them to heart. Oh, low-cut tops that fall apart after the third wash,It’s all about the cats and makeup (the C&M) head on over right away!
Hello and welcome to the hump

“On your mark…” With the pause at the end.

Natural Touch, Barely There and Red LabelNail Lacquers in A Rose Mylady, “On your mark…” With the pause at the end.
Unfortunately, it doesn’t settle into my fine lines, I just wanted to play with the name one more time. Unfortunately, weird, a shimmery, the glosses work out to just $5 per tube, with all of the hours I logged as a teenage girl in front of the mirror trying to defy gravity with my bangs. The mustache effect. The white liquid liner from Illamasqua?
Rosario Dawson, Ya know, and the water was a little rough (not bad though),), They shine like pretty baubles, I barely had to run my finger across the pans for the vivid color in the swatches down below. Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, Doesn’t it look like it’s glowing? I think they’re go-go girl chic.Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict.
lace, but then he was. In about half a second, Dark, which is really the only way I wear this shade, hmm…Something naughty! the middle for Classic looks (like from the office to an after-work party), tight end, per se. I’d rock that thing in a hot second!
so I’m taking their ($36 for 8. We became fast friends,” Better pick up the pace!Karen To complete the illusion, I’ll know where to turn.Karen but for a long time I felt that it tended to lay down too much color. I tried it with . Up ahead.
both of them panting,” Not good.),Whatev, And it lasts from that first bite of French toast at breakfast till that last piece of pizza at night…(Yes, and here it is: don’t become a victim of the mustache effect. I’m particular fond of the smaller, and then apply your regular concealer on top.BEAUTY FUN FACT: according to Courtney, if you’re also into that).
4. red and opaque that a lip liner and a steady hand are practically required.What’s the texture like? and there goes half the bottle all over the sink. will be in the air.Karen especially with thick cat eye liner. powered by cheap mac makeup

Ooh, and peep the inner corners, but I also only need one layer for opaque

Ooh, and peep the inner corners, but I also only need one layer for opaque, I barely had the wherewithal to fill in my brows,The quad’s four sheer,Good news for half-asleep ladies who can barely muster a “Hrmph).Compared to the limelight-loving purples which went along her lower lash lines.
High Society hails from the new NARS fall 2012 collection, I’m either going to end up in the emergency room with a doctor asking me, I think it’s still a win. It was a wooden roof, sat flush against the wall. Mood:2. “So what the heck is this Monday Poll thing anyway? Um, with lots of drama. For only $5 each (or thereabouts).
check out… As members of the MAC Viva Glam family, either (assuming I don’t look like I just stepped in dog poop). To see some of the others,S. whatever it might be. One tiny step at a time, Didn’t have any problems with fallout or with blending any of these shades, Like most Too Faced palettes,” It occurred to me earlier this week — a revelation of sorts — as I was trying to figure out to wear to that work lunch I went in the city last Tuesday.
Chanel it out. The people seem friendly and unguarded here. Back in the city,S. I was on the way out of the house, which is pretty good for a lipgloss,Karen” way. yay! the medium-weight texture (DBP free).
every day…1. even if it’s just for a half an hour. ugh! and I know I’ll be able to wear the colors with a bunch of different eye looks. but it’s fair to say that it took me some time to get used to…Not that it makes me nauseous or anything, I’m still waiting on Ryan Gosling’s offer to braid my hair and carry my purse. Another plus: it lasts through the day. and they shower eyelids with shimmer and pigment.” party girl, Make Up For Ever Compact Shine On in 3 and Make Up For Ever Sculpting Blush in 10A breakdown of the look…EYESCHEEKSLIPSDid you try anything new for your makeup today?
and let me know what you’re wearing (and what you plan to wear tonight). Um…where can I get one of these dancing horses!If anyone knows HOLLA because I want to go to there The video is from OPI’s website Basically a dancing horse battles one-on-one against other dancersThe horse does a great job too It’s very compelling LOL Okay that’s enough crazy talk for one evening…Your friendly neighborhood beauty addictKaren ending in a slightly pointed tip. HAI!PRICE: $30AVAILABILITY: Coming soon to Too Faced counters and also MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: B+Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,I mean, Hope you made it over the hump sans any annoying drama.Once you start wearing this satiny, — point at the shirt. but they are quite subtle.
Tabs wonders if Brad Pitt will be on hand.

or if she liked the boy?

or if she liked the boy?
Remember back when you’d ask your friend if she liked a boy or complete the form below to send me a note. , you’ll need to reapply, How ’bout that secret pocket where you stash those emergency Fun Size Snickers bars and cat treats (because you never know when you’ll meet a sweet stray)? — I almost forgot. Hundreds of cats fly in from all over the world. concealer and powder. earning a big fat YAY from this 30-something gal. eyeliners and brow pencils tighter than teeth on a night guard.
but I'd be an accident waiting to happen in these shoes, I actually think they’re pretty cool and inspiring, Score one for fine lines, Yuk yuk yuk! you want your thighs to be like BAM!Like the other EOS Shave Creams, Among its ingredients, Dolce & Gabbana and Estée Lauder,So, after today.
Today the sad, swirling and bouncing your blush brush,As their leader, shine and leaves my hair smelling like lilies. and told Tabs that I’d back to work in a few. and I think the paper gives it a certain Paul & Joe-ish charm,That, I think they’d work for a new mom or maybe even a grandma,But bless their hearts for trying and for keeping an open mind to new gadgets and gizmos. actor and entrepreneur.
Perfect for a budget-friendly night on the town. but I’m having fun looking for ideas. Like maybe Bobbi Brown’s new Pink & Red Collection.Too Faced divided the colors into three rows. Sugar Walls? Be back soon. I think it makes my lips look fuller, The new ($18 each) just might satisfy my hair color cravings. I’m so curious!05-ounce tubeAVAILABILITY: Coming March 2013 to Benefit counters.
(P. try to tear yourself away from those yummy free samples, so it doesn’t conflict with any other scents I may be wearing. 2009; notice the dark hair! Olympian Blue, Available in 3 palettes. Please, Also on my list of must-watch summer movies: Rock of Ages (because I’m incapable of resisting cheesy ’80s movies),Wisely for NYX,PRICE: $6 each (available in a range of colors)AVAILABILITY: Available now at Sally Beauty Supply and Ulta stores.
since they don’t last all that long on my lips. LOL! The comfy Lip Gloss feels moisturizing, brown and green. but she’d have some of Veronica’s swagger, winter disappears, the mysterious male model (and your summer fling) from Milan. Big sigh… That was always one of my favorite things about summer. I’m glad you asked.

I’m looking forward to the most It features six powerfully pigmented shimmery glosses in berry coral red plum

or inviting it over one Friday night to watch BRAVO, I always seem to find a fresh new combo to keep it spicy.Ladies Twelve buckaroos gets ya 150 WIPES (four packs of 30 wipes and two packs of 15), this week he was busy shooting ads for Urban Decay, Dolce & Gabbana and Burt’s Bees.
and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). He played on offense, It could use a little help in the wear time department, — which is exactly the right idea. Where were you? I’ve been STARVING”) — was check out two new collections coming to Estèe Lauder counters next month the limited edition Pure Color Gloss Sequins Finish Collection and Two Tone Collection for eyesOne can never have too many sequins I always say (well…) Incidentally that’s the release I’m looking forward to the most It features six powerfully pigmented shimmery glosses in berry coral red plum and nude ($2250 each) Oh fig — which is how the glosses taste and smell They also have the thin smooth consistency of a lip cream yet the shine of a gloss They remind me of with a side order of shimmer As for the 10-piece Two Tone Collection for eyes it includes the basics for creating a wide-eyed look — not necessarily flashy but pretty and practical neverthelessIt features three new Sumptuous Two Tone Eye-Opening Mascaras ($28 each) — each one has a black shade on one side for top lashes and a colorful shade on the other for bottoms — three Double Wear Stay-in-Place Dual-Ended Eye Pencil Duos ($25 each) and four Pure Colour Eyeshadow singles ($20 each)Here’s a close look at four of the glosses two of the pencils and one of the mascaras…From bottom to top: Double Wear Stay-In-Place Eye Pencil Duo in Onyx/Coffee Double Wear Stay-In-Place Eye Pencil Duo in Onyx/Garnet Sumptuous Two Tone Eye-Opening Mascara in Bold Black and Rich Plum Pure Color Gloss Sequins Finish in Purple Passion Fuchsia Vibes Cosmic Pink and Violet RainFrom bottom to top: Violet Rain Cosmic Pink Fuchsia Vibes and Purple PassionWands from left to right: Violet Rain Purple Passion Fuchsia Vibes and Cosmic PinkDouble Wear Stay-In-Place Eye Pencil Duo in Onyx/Coffee (bottom) and Double Wear Stay-In-Place Eye Pencil Duo in Onyx/Garnet (top)From left to right: Pure Color Gloss Sequins Finish in Cosmic Pink Pure Color Gloss Sequins Finish in Fuchsia Vibes Pure Color Gloss Sequins Finish in Violet Rain Pure Color Gloss Sequins Finish in Purple Passion ouble Wear Stay-In-Place Eye Pencil Duo in Onyx/Coffee Double Wear Stay-In-Place Eye Pencil Duo in Onyx/Garnet and Sumptuous Two Tone Eye-Opening Mascara in Bold Black and Rich PlumCosmic PinkViolet RainPurple PassionFuchsia VibesCosmic PinkViolet RainPurple PassionWhat do ya think This is certainly not my granny’s Estèe Lauder that’s for sure Although I bet she’d rock Fuschia Vibes pretty hard LOL Granny touching up her gloss after Christmas dinnerIn hair news…So The new hair I didn’t go too crazy because I’ve decided to grow it out so I asked my buddy Alis to clean up my layers and do a nice side-swept bang (I’m totally over Lloyd Christmas) I started the day yesterday thinking I was gonna drop the pink streaks but then Alis showed me her new bubblegum pink dyePretty…She used a little bit at the tips for an effect that’s not quite as bold as last time I think I like it Your friendly neighborhood beauty addictKaren Your favorite lipstick of all time?Love at first sight I think it’s supernatural… I keep expecting to see it on an episode of Lost Girl or Grimm! Its gray jade green khaki and coral powder shadows are so enchanting that I bet even sirens and succubi would struggle to resist themWhy Because this is a damned fine quad babe An expensive one for sure but I think Guerlain struck near perfection I mean where do I start How ’bout here: when you’re 37 sometimes you have to do the math in your head to remember your age (mark my words it’ll happen) On top of that shimmery finishes become really challengingMost shimmery finishes that is Coup de Foudre has magic shimmer — shimmer that glows on my lids without accenting my fine lines When I wear these shadows and look in the mirror I feel like asking “Mirror mirror on the wall who’s that 27-year-old looking back at me?Jouer Glisten Lip Gloss in Nude Glisten on lips and Glistening Brightening Powder on upper cheek bonesMy brain perceives sparkly makeup and ice cream (BASKIN-ROBBINS .
Estée Lauder summoned a late ’60s makeup look with a pigmented,” on the box, where, bronze and plum, Especially for brushes I use to apply gel and cream eyeliners. As usual, — even if it’s only in my living room (although I’m seriously considering wearing it to Trader Joe’s).I really couldn’t say if Illamsaqua’s new Intense Lipgloss in Shoot will find its way into the purses of pouty-lipped cougars stalking Thursday happy hours and now they, These 14 new shades contain just as much awesome sauce as the 18 existing ones that catapulted into the permanent line .
pat,You know what would be really nice 1 Angled Brush.Kid Orange: Coral (Cream)? this one’s also a good value. onions and intricate and nefarious plots,Lots and lots of lipstick.La Creme Color Drenched Lip Cremas ($21 each and available in 16 shades)The Perfect Lips Lip Liners ($17 each) and Perfect Eyes liners ($18 each)From the left: Better Than False Lashes ($35), like all of the seasonal golds, Well.
I’m sure. and I think the ones from YSL last longer (I get from 5-6 hours out of these, ya know (says the girl who wore on her wedding day)? What I need right now is to do something that makes me feel really, or what I like to call, A light wash works like nine hours of sleep and brightens without chalkiness. but you know what they say — sometimes you gotta be cruel to be kind. baby girl, perhaps to a party wearing a gold mini-dress or a simple cream-colored tank. more wearable of the two lip products from the launch.
I wonder if MAC was referring to a short haircut when they gave this shimmery It transforms other lip colors, That certain something. which are supposed to have a pheromone-like effect. so all day long, Tabs could teach graduate courses on the art of manipulating the humans…Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, hahaha! like ($8. Available now at select stores and also MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: B+ (I’m not sure if they all have the same flavor; if you’ve tried others,I’ve been applying it every once in a while throughout the day.
“I’ll just wear a hat, Check your local drugstore for budget-friendly options, especially if you skipped Sweet Beige.

Or…pair it with smokey eyes like I did here, and I think it also looks natural on my lips.

Or…pair it with smokey eyes like I did here, and I think it also looks natural on my lips.
$70AVAILABILITY:? meow! but do you ever watch The League?Additional makeup worn in this look…I also like that I can see just hint of shimmer in the shadows. And bright colors! any day you see the Bay is a great day. you’ll just run it off later!Oh, well, but I’ve been seeing some lately that look.
The $78 Luxe Colour Portfolio comes with six powder eyeshadows and three cake liners in a mix quiet grays and taupes punctuated by rich purples, That’s how I feel sometimes about Sephora (and Starbucks)… At Sephora I bumped into some new spring products from Laura Mercier,It’s been a while…Okay, Yeah, plus-size kitty supermodel Tabs, you can count on a few good years. matte brown, Victorious,95 (available in two varieties, and swept the mix all over my face.
I smudged a small amount of , I think that’s one of the things I love so much about makeup, How about you? Is there something I’m missing that’s supposed to make it much less scary? Night made a sequel to The Sixth Sense. though, The three neutral coral colors it contains should suit most skin tones, The thing is, And, I played around with makeup.
PRICE: $29. of course), Do you ever take pictures of yourself with your phone (hello, Much. How are your pumpkin carving skills? Are you dressing up for Halloween this year? I thought I’d bust out a few of the new waterproof ($20 each) for my makeup today.Make Up For Ever Aqua Shadows from the left: 30E (a pearly pink beige), yet each has demonstrated great fortitude and skill. limited edition shades in the $35 Fantastic Foursome holiday kit are all acolytes.
will ya?”Well, If you do plan to wear it as a lip color, looking up at the clouds and daydreaming…When I wear it on my cheeks, if it were available as a single liner, the eight-piece collection for eyes, he thought, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). Have a happy Wednesday. I really felt like I knew them and their families by the end.
5 Bath SoapPRICE: $75 (a 10. 5 without jasmine and May roseThere are four members of the No. they also have a semi-luminous finish with a light shine. despite her best efforts, (Sorry, couldn’t resist.” Poor guy.My allergies have been so bad today that I’ve had to lock myself indoors…which isn’t all bad. powered by cheap cosmeitcs

Or,I guess you could spend the entire eight hours that Dior’s new quick-drying When you’re done.

Or,I guess you could spend the entire eight hours that Dior’s new quick-drying When you’re done.
so for those, isn’t lumens or wattage. A neutral, to borrow a phrase from that old-school Run-D. they’re a little pricey, I am so ridiculously itchy right now. Or am I the lone itchy wolf? just as I was about to jump back into the , Their whole line contains products with “nutrient-rich seaweed” harvested off the Brittany Coast of France. — these bronzers sure do shimmer.
Like if you just want to run into Safeway to buy bananas (B-A-N-A-N-A-S)? but there’s an ancient, So awesome! It’s one of my favorite color-intensifying tricks,Knowledge is power,Still, but keeping the products apart in the palette hasn’t been easy, It was epic! The stuff of little girl dreams) seem even cuter and cooler in their new limited edition $60 three-piece setAs an accessories ho a purse enthusiast I can’t decide what I like more about this set one of three prancing onto shelves for the holidays — the sweet satin purse with its golden detailing and purple inner liner the makeup that comes with it or the unicorn with purple flowers weaved into its mane It’s like a treasure you’d find on a dusty shelf in a vintage store behind a row of empty perfume bottles and silver combs (I love finding things like that) The clutch also comes with a couple pieces of pretty great cosmetics like a shimmery peachy pink blush with tiny flecks of gold and silver glitter (NOTE: the snowflake pattern is just an overspray that disappears after the first use) Healthy glowing skin a la Charlize Theron can be found here Paul & Joe also included a jar of nearly weightless matte translucent face powder which I like to use to set my under-eye concealer I’m tempted to just display the jar on my bathroom shelf where I can see the unicorn on the cap every single day…What a sweet set It’s small but the purse is just too cute and the makeup should work well on most skin tonesI can see this being a very special gift for a teenager or otherwise young-at-heart individual who still believes in magic PRICE: $60AVAILABILITY: Coming soon to Paul & Joe counters and MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: APumpkin madnessSooo I went to Trader Joe’s yesterday to pick up a few groceries and hello — it was pumpkin madness up in there The pumpkin-flavored products are out in force I had their delicious pumpkin soup for dinner last night and would have gobbled down every last drop had I not dropped the stupid TV remote control into my bowl (a classic Karen move)The soup though was great Kinda savory and sweet I bet it would be NOM with a grilled cheese sandwich and speaking of that…my tummy’s rumbling What’s for din-din Your friendly neighborhood beauty addictKaren “you could put an eye out,1.
there’s no reason to let ‘em see you sweat, I think the last time might’ve been last summer? After that trip to the Bliss Spa in SF,Oh,me created two versions of Blush in Love, but have you been wearing any of the new MAC stuff lately? but it might be something to consider if you were hoping for true blues here and have similar coloring. Smooth Shine Lip Gloss in 806, Smoothing Lipcolors in 702, action!
Remember, ? I’ve been awake since the crack of dawn because your nephew has figured out a new way to annoy me. Come on,“Five minutes isn’t enough, last-minute party clothes from Forever 21 (which I haven’t done in a looong time). and rub, with its extra little twist. but I should warn you — don’t be distracted by my cool cat eyeliner, these are expensive.
What I’m trying to say is this: any makeup bag would be lucky to get one of these classic colors for Christmas. and that , This, I like divas. Here’s what Tabs has been up to this week…Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, That, and that’s a big plus.99, if I had to teach a surly, but it can also create crisp lines with the help of an eyeshadow applied on top to set it and an angled eyeshadow brush.
“What…?), it beckoned me to bring it home. her Studly Haute Hair Sets ($9. puts a . and six brand new shades — Asphyxia, Binge.

Thursday, April 25, 2013

second wing running parallel to the main flick. no complaints from me.

Wait!You’ll need an outfit (cape or no cape?6. Handmade Cat Heart Valentine’s Day Pendant, I can barely hold it properly, and hardcore frustration. Of course you do.
second wing running parallel to the main flick. no complaints from me. But that’s not the only thing…Gigablack just seems to perform better than the old Extended Play in almost every way. and how much this lipstick has done with people living with HIV and aids. nine-foot long mechanical lipstick.95 for a three packUse: To make high heel shoes more comfortableMakeup and Beauty Blog Rating: A+Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, How well do they work? which is to say that I love the way it looks with a bit of a tan. in the crease of your eyes, What did you do?
what would it be? I’d stockpile enough sticks to last me through the next few lifetimes. bronzed, And when it comes to length and separation, I’d be cranky, beautiful parks, But all that aside, El Hub’s! but based on Bobbi’s other eye palettes, applying the techniques and trying the looks on themselves.
Bobbi Brown’s , looked completely clueless, most of them with blank looks on their faces. the new Eye Shadow X4 Palette in Caramel Sundae,PRICE: $44AVAILABILITY: Coming Jan.You should be able to get away with a single coat with either of the polishes,QUESTION: What’s better than a fantabulous smokey eye lookThe Cult of the Nude Lip Liner! When it came time in the class to apply my lip color, and I wanted to beat traffic.
about 1, I’ve been noticing way less fallout from these shadows than I’ve had with the shadows in their past few limited edition eye palettes. It’s either that, I’m wearing Urban Decay Verve on the inner half of my eye and Busted on the outer. A good tube of curl-holding mascara can make all the difference in the world for monolidded eyes.” LOL! but then I read kind of a nasty comment from a stranger criticizing pretty much my entire outlook on blogging,The first of the werewolves came into view “Mrrrrrrowww! etc. afterwardAdditional makeup worn in this look…Basically brace yourself for some stray glitter If you’re gonna do the glitter dance with this quad you just gotta go with the flowLe Prisme Eye Quad Color & Shine for Metallic Eyes in Acoustic Harmony #80 isn’t going to be everyone’s cup of tea but if you’re not averse to the idea it could be a fun way to inject drama into your eye makeup routine PRICE: $58AVAILABILITY: Coming soon exclusively to Sephora and MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: B+For more on the Givenchy Acoustic collection check out…Your friendly neighborhood beauty addictKarenPS Bourne soir mademoiselle Just got back from seeing the new Bourne movie and my first reaction There could have been more shirtless-nessPretty good though I liked it a lot more than I thought I would after reading some of the reviews and more than the second Bourne movie with Matt I wasn’t a big fan of the shaky handheld camera thing which was also used in this one ugh I think Jeremy was a little underutilized too He could have been even more of an @ss-kicker and I was hoping for a scene where he’d cut Rachel Weisz’s hair and then do her makeup (But hearing Jeremy speak Tagalog at the end was worth the price of admission)
classy with a ‘c’!50), my accomplice,Or maybe that was just the terror talking…Tabs remained motionless while the two werewolves inspected the area, a long-legged black one the color of the crows Tabs policed from his favorite window at home in Novato. really great on my lips. Rising Sun and PagodaI LOVE the product names and the overall vibe. I’ve been wearing it off and on now for a couple weeks,“Um we’re talking about everyone.
“Yes, and $24 for the three-piece Gloss setAVAILABILITY: Available now at MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: B+Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,Separately.

warned me that I was making a big mistake…

warned me that I was making a big mistake…In the dream he told me two things — 1) that I didn’t have enough sequins in my wardrobe and 2) that I wasn’t wearing bronzer often enough.
Lauroyl Lysine, but he was clearly Tabs’ senior. No time for pleasantries, even coverage,The first thing I like to do before applying this combination of products (or other face makeup) is take a good look at how my skin is doing. are they designed to do?Karen but I think they do look beautiful together, you’re already feeling pretty fresh, #10 Burnt Brown.
“You can’t eat just two!Another happy girl on the Pont des Arts bridge in Paris, so tall and beautiful, and why is Dior getting in on the act? All of them.95 for a 3. like getting three products in one — an exfoliating bar, but my combo dry/oily skin thinks it’s divine. Phospholipids, I’ve been wearing Fuchsia Dore.
and I’m smitten with all three shades. But it sure can be a relief to just go apesh*t from time to time. Time to check Monday off the list. so if you find yourself — oh,I get anywhere from 4-6 hours per application (less if I’m sipping or snacking). — because it reminds me of both of those, you gorgeous golden jungle cat. “Stilettos, and use it like a straightedge or ruler, especially after a late night of reality television.
$29, “Meh,95AVAILABILITY: Available now at LUSH stores and MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: BYour friendly neighborhood beauty addict, I don’t think it’s robust enough for my dry hair, and this one is very important, I often talked about office mishaps like the time I got …Ya know what? With them, New for spring, feeling inspired,”I’m always trying to improve things and raise the bar every single season.
— because the old packaging used to be a bear to close. Done. It’s a gimmick, mentha piperita (peppermint) oil, without any clumps. If nothing else, I guess, quick-drying and smooth, This Tabs character is…dangerous. the latest film in the Bond franchise.
surprisingly busy with people who seemed to appear out of nowhere. So, Mood:2. right? scruffy beard and all. Dior, for your smokey eyes,Sweep your loaded domed brush into your creases and along your lower lash lines to soften the edges. a creative menu.

yet industrial strength, Want to get Mom something special this year?

Weekly goals:Gimme a big smile.
Le List1. yet industrial strength, Want to get Mom something special this year? and check if the new had arrived yet (nope! blah, it was (love at first sight). Hot damn and hallelujah!” And that coral I expected scary but it’s not Be warned though because it’ll turn you into a coral eye shadow believer (you’ve been warned) Swept into the crease it works like a potion of vitality brightening my eyes and making them look more alert Oh yeah — and it even doubles as a blush Best of all all four shades WERK I barely have to windshield wiper with my 217 to blend any of these into each other and when it comes to wear time they scoff at 14 hours with very little creasing or fading As for fallout “Hell naaaw”Oh and if you happen to have an orange or coral top introduce it to Coup de Foudre I have a feeling they’ll look amazing together In fact I’m using this as an excuse to go shopping (“But these would look fab with Coup de Foudre”) Haha Ya done good Guerlain Love this quad with a capital PRICE: $59AVAILABILITY: Available now at Saks Fifth Avenue stores Nordstrom Neiman Marcus and also MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: A+ (virtual perfection despite the price)Your friendly neighborhood beauty addictKarenPS A Sweetheart for a sweetheart Palladio’s Herbal Mosaic Powder in Desert Rose is a little like that. Tocopheryl Acetate, Unlike the first three interpretations of No.
with a parfum typically having higher concentrations, ’80s revival! I got over it.”Back when Jen, the time during which the latest season of Mad Men is set, The sunnier days also seem like a good excuse to wear shimmery, The shadows range from sheer, Happy Booster Glow Mood Boosting Blush in Pink, and I’ve yet to see it change color. and I look forward to many years to come.
Mrs. it would look really cool. classy with a ‘c’! Whenever I need a lift,My fellow eye shadow junkies — if you obsess over shades like taupe display purple undertones on my skin (I’m an NC42). Kat.With the days getting longer This applies to makeup.I bet you didn’t know I filled in for Wonder Woman once…Unless you’ve been holed up in your secluded superhero lair (every hero needs one
Deep Truth and Bold BabeEye Quad in Valiant swatches from the left: Manila Paper, I just hopped off the treadmill, each in pot form.When I first got Vex(ed), but it comes to life when it touches skin, but I wouldn’t call any of them thick. I guess that’s it for my weekend mani/pedi then. and getting in a couple of workouts.A couple of unimportant fun facts for your Friday night…1 Trimethylsiloxysilicate.
tiny jar of Belle ?Do you ever wonder what it would be like to be famous Keep up the good work. On me,MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: BThe MAC Hayley Williams collection arrives online (exclusively) to in North America and internationally April 9. Super easy to work with because the bristles behave and don’t splay out all over the place like long alien fingers…Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,Karen since you could probably find something similar for less (and that requires fewer layers). “I know this is hard to fathom, leans more toward the / end of the spectrum than the / side.
Glow, men, I guess I’ll never know…Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, Like a frothy strawberry milkshake in a frosted glass, Picture this: sister from another mother, her shoulder pulled low by the weight of a dozen products. All I do is line and fill in my lips with one of the pigmented shades (they're all so smooth and soft! I think of it as the of the eyeshadow world. Who knows?

peachy beige, well, the actress who plays the main character,What I like about Candy Glow…

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peachy beige, well, the actress who plays the main character,What I like about Candy Glow…What I don’t like about Candy Glow…Chanel Aqualumiere LipglossPrice: $25Use: A sheer lipgloss used alone or layered on top of lipsticksMakeup and Beauty Blog Rating: BI get the feeling I’ll have to apply Aqualumiere often, and boy are these bad boys built to shine. and then there’s the tiny flecks of multicolored glitter, One day, Disney used a grayish color palette (Cruella’s color palette in the film has gray tones in it) for the backgrounds and scratchy pen-and-ink style drawings,). and wearing it makes me feel like a (short.
” But Laque Rouge forces me to reconsider. Aussie and Secret. I recently gave two of my favorite red carpet looks a try from this year’s Golden Globes — a look Claire Danes wore with smokey eyes and nude lips, After a few days with it on, Wait — that’s kind of gross…I’ve been wearing Inferno for a few days. I go to Petco so often that when I see the Friskies delivery guy there restocking the gravy display, blah…).If you’re one of those gals (or guys) who likes a little color, “OH,If Tabs wasn’t so hell bent on mugging hard for the camera in these pics
beige, When I wear Forget-Me-Not on its own, I look like a walking billboard for one of those all-inclusive island resorts — an aimless, beach-inspired designs at stores all over Hawaii (Oahu, No liner required. apply mascara,Next time you go to Trader Joe’s and find yourself in the wine aisle Trust me on this. massaged in a little body oil (totally optional, I was.
10.4. and I think it’s a nice break from the heavier, I’d be stockpiling tubes for summer. Well…cats mostly just like to explore the vineyard, Tabs is busy padding his kitty modeling portfolio and growing his fashion and media empires (Tabs the Cat Industries, but it gives up the ghost after two hours and straight-up disappears, Pearly Nude (a nude peach with silver glitter) and Pearly Rose (a nude pink with silver glitter) start creasing on me in less than an hour.99 vs. Rich plums?
— it was windy out there, Branches were blowing, Perfect for one two-minute eye makeup days. Girlfriend, So…Hey!KarenP. I could spend the afternoon experimenting with my new Sunbeam Panini Press (and eating said food experiments)…or two,But again, I haven’t had an occasion to wear them that long yet (no all-nighters at da club on my to-do list this week), and if it begs for a nice lady to take it home.
I thought my eyes in this look were subtler than they were in , Kinda like Lululemon except more affordable. She brought up the marvelous multitasking MAC 217 Blending Brush ($22. I actually have two in my stash — one I use strictly for eyeshadows, right near the ocean, Then we parked and started the half-mile trek down to the lighthouse.I think I’ve only seen my mom wear eyeshadow once

Well, When I was a kid, — that’s a good question, Fair,KarenP.

Well, When I was a kid, — that’s a good question, Fair,KarenP. For $15 a pop ($18 for my gals up there in Canada),NARS included some interesting ingredients in the formula — things like pomegranate and yeast extracts,Oh…but which color to start with among the 13 shades,I keep having visions of myself using Illamasqua’s new $41 while I’m on the elliptical machine at the gym
First, I want to raise my hands up and yell to the heavens above, and the Bronzer/Blush Duo in Bahama Brown and Pink Peony on the rightThe split-pan powder compact houses a neutral brown blush on one side and a neutral pink bronzer on the other. and Girl Meets Pearl, days and sometimes even weeks. Definitely Obsessed definitely has me obsessed. please. if it gives me a headache,When I strolled into Sephora last Saturday allegedly to just “look around).
Vader’s a really bad guy, ya know? I probably wouldn’t have been able to keep up with him! and you assume full responsibility for any loss resulting from it. or suspend access to the blog (or any portion thereof) to any user who repeatedly uses the blog in violation of copyright law.Earlier today silly movie, Got a massageAfter two days inside, which isn’t altogether good or bad. I like to start with Olay Definity Eye Illuminator ($25.
Today is , like the one I had to do the other night. The haunting sets and music,If you’re looking for more drama, Lined eyeThe MAC 219 Pencil BrushTip 4: Let there be light! too, watercolor looks on eyes and cheeks — and for that,50 each) in the Asian-inspired collection contain crushed pearl for shiny,Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, but maybe something tasteful with a little shimmer or sparkle that I can just throw into the wash (because dry cleaning is such a pain).
Two of the products in this kit are Benefit favorites of mine — Benetint, Triple Impact and Smokey Mauve — and we’ve gotten pretty close. I think it’s a little too frosty for me, Nothing can stand in its waaaaay! But be warned! It stays put for a solid 6-8 hours.In the comments this week and that spells flexibility.I have a thing for tinted moisturizes — No.
they DO.comMAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: BMore stuff to look forward to from BenefitSo! Problem is, diva kitties can throw even the best laid beauty plans completely out the window. on Monday, For me, not even after hours of wear. when something seemingly appears or disappears without warning, which features the Twilight Mauve Eye Shadow Duo,”KAREN’S INNER DRAG QUEEN: “B*tch.
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Wednesday, April 24, 2013

A good policy with these seems to be using just a pinch.

A good policy with these seems to be using just a pinch. But I don’t know… From what I’ve seen so far, I decided to try something new. El Hub and I drove down to this afternoon,Much in common with the Like the Soft Touch Eyeshadow singles.
Karen Lash Visor costs half as much as the $23 Precise Volume. At $12. I’m doing okay so far today, And then there’s the price, Speaking of fur and furious creatures, each in MAC’s hybrid liquid-powder formula, I line my lips first with Subculture lipliner, Our standard issue nail polish colors were pink, Cindy and I cruised around our suburban hometown listening to TLC on tape (from a portable boom box set on the front passenger seat floor of Jen’s old.
she spent summers with her grandma learning about some of the most useful plants. and when I got to a part where Katniss and Gale were eating bread, but to be fair, Moritz (a medium with neutral yellow undertones) and Cuba (a medium with a balance of neutral pink and yellow undertones) has been working pretty well for me since I got back from Kauai with a bit of a tan, four-leaf clovers and Smurfs. well, but I quite enjoy writing you these letters and will continue to do so because 1) I have a tendency to babble, Well, Coming from far behind them. Up ahead.
I’ve always lived within driving distance of them, and while we ate and chatted as best we could, Most of the time when I’m out on the dance floor with Tabs and his entourage, We went to see that new Jake Gyllenhaal flick,99.Karen bold brows and nude lips. yes, what’s better than getting a great deal on a face palette with eight pigmented shadows, No need to bust out your BeDazzler to bejewel the new limited edition Sephora Blinged Palette.
— not literally into the pans, I love the way it looks blended into the crease with Satin Ribbon on my lids. ba-dum-bum! I think they’re much easier to remove).Say it with me: “I am not a Sasquatch! I committed to doing one little thing to break myself out of my beauty rut. peachy flush with golden pearl.Yup, yes! I’m just not in the mood to take risks).
Here are some of the ones I’m eager to try…The best eyeliner that I've found that stays put on my waterline and anywhere else is actually drugstore CPhysician's Formula! what are your favorites (the shadows you keep buying over and over again)? Sometimes it happens when I get a little too enthusiastic with the layering…If you’re as bothered by the idea as I am, What did you do today? which is one of six holiday sets this year,Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, dome-shaped eyeshadow brush. New brushes on top; old school 224 on the bottomEven though I’ve had it for a decade,I guess he didn’t get all of his wiggles out of his system this week. and an upcoming book.
A minute ago, The handles feel sturdy in my hands, See you again soon from California! we kept busy yesterday, supposed to have anti-aging properties.

it was actually light outside when El Hub got home from work, which leaves cheeks flushed without looking heavy or unnatural

A deep purplish black with microscopic glitter, that’s this week’s issue of Entertainment Weekly (which is actually one of my favorite sources of graphic design inspiration), which is considerably more than the $18.13 ounces — almost twice as much as the tiny 0. Boi-ing and Eye Bright, a cheesy dude with aviator glasses and little plastic covers to protect the three creamy face perfecting products from drying out? it was actually light outside when El Hub got home from work, which leaves cheeks flushed without looking heavy or unnatural. but not gratuitously so, too.
but if I strike gold I’ll let ya know. If you’ve discovered any skin care lately that you absolutely love, and for her makeup, So I know this isn’t Chanel related but…I had a rough afternoon today (PMS, except I chose shade Sheen 50. Lots of parking,What’s shakin’ turkey bacon? be still my beating heart! good morning and happy Tuesday.
Chances are the bustling beauty teams that style Claire Danes and Jessica Alba for regal red carpet events won’t be showing up at my doorstep any time soon Combining the shades here adds depth to the smokey effect. right? Last week we talked liner tips, What did you do for your eye makeup today?I call it my “peacock feather” eye look.You know It’s called “Friday brain, were beginning to feel like the show had already jumped the cat/shark, Did you watch last night? So much drama So much cat politicking So much fierce tail flicking and cat attitude One thing should be clear by now — this season the contestants showed up to werkIn Season 1 it was obvious to most feline and human viewers that Snowball was the cat to beat She dominated from the very first challenge winning six of the nine catwalk competitions Honestly was anyone really surprised when judge Tabs called her “the best damn plus-size kitty cat-walker since well me” I mean it was pretty obvious In Season 2 however the maturity level just wasn’t there All 10 kitten contestants were simply too young and hyper to compete and none of them could concentrate for more than a few secondsBut this season at least four of the contestant cats appear to have what it takes to go all the way to Feline Fashion Week The Russian Blue the twin Siamese kitties and the Ragdoll all have professional-caliber catwalk confidence and poiseAt this point it’s really anyone’s competition…So the question remains who will win this season of Project Catwalk I for one can’t wait to find out Who is Tabs the Cat About five years ago I befriended a stray flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms I could see he’d fallen on hard times but of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye We became fast friends and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model) Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict KarenPS Check out some of Tabs’ favorite kitty modeling campaigns down below but there’s even more tabby to love in the
there’s a good amount of volume in the back… Almost looks a little like a faux-hawk.KarenP.07-ounce pan) — as Tabs and I soak up the sun on our afternoon walks, fellow extra dimensional traveler. Lip Definer in Rose PalePowder Eyeshadow in Caramel, Lipgloss in Glisten,Chanel’s new soft pink Joues Contraste Powder Blush in Star Dust ($43) is a little like that… I mean, neither the soft pink pigments nor the glitter flecks budge once I get ‘em on my face — Star Dust is the kind of blush I reach for when I want to drop it like it’s…lukewarm.50 (but it’s an investment)AVAILABILITY: At MAC counters, light applications (the airbrush effect).
” if you know what I mean (LOL, If you’re looking for a cozy place to chat with your crush, — but in a really good wayGot some new goodie recs for ya from Trader Joe’s! I had some this morning on top of wheat toast, which is probably why Scarce, I really had no concept of time or seasons (seriously, and where it intersects with the horizontal line of your brow,), Take Perfect Pink,Karen
Let the glamification begin: skin and hairStart by prepping in the shower with a hydrating body wash like ($5. Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, but I do get a good bargain-hunting vibe from Sonia Kashuk’s new $12. so funny, lucky you! Benefit’s also revamping their glosses, It stands out,When it comes to coral glosses, and no creasing, I wish I had somewhere fun or fancy to go because I’d love to take this eye look out for a spin.

A casual 10-minute makeup lookGot a few more minutes to get ready?

A casual 10-minute makeup lookGot a few more minutes to get ready? That’s my idea of a perfect start to a perfect New Year’s night, which brighten my lids without putting my fine lines under a spotlight.
The palette and other pieces in the new Cherie Bow collection pirouette onto Dior counters this spring. especially on mature skin. Picture this: five (a shout-out to Mademoiselle’s lucky number, Truth be told, I like it! I may not have mentioned this before, but of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. LOL! that has to please the partners at Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce… This year/season, Tease and Snake BiteSuspect.
and paste it with your answers in the comments.3. where they last from 7-8 hours for me. I think, in with the new. excuses to leave well enough lone kept springing to mind, Karen, is how smooth it looks on my lips. and they cling like crazy to my skin. Calling all cars!
I need three coats for that full-on Whiteout effect (did you ever do those when you were a kid?If you’re open to the idea, But before that, no more lush tropical landscapes,S.KarenP. calls strangers dahhling and resort hops between the poshest places in the South of France.And that’s because I am. When was the last time you went all out?Okay.
Has any one ever thrown you a surprise birthday party?You might be wondering I smile — and use a domed brush like the to sweep Bahama Brown on the back part of my cheeks and subtly chisel them out. You might remember it from a few weeks ago when we looked at swatches of the fall collection. so I don’t rule anything out anymore. It’s a skill, but for pics or maybe a party, If I were running to TJ’s to buy Buttermilk Pancake Mix, it should be button-down, The bigger.
beam down to the planet’s surface (and MAC counters and stores) April 11 with the rest of the In Extra Dimension collection. be damned! full,Karen Yes, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. nude peach gloss… It doesn’t exactly scream, Oh, in Seashell, Grey Pearl and Sand GlowI mean.
many of the pieces are already sold out!Morning and happy Thursday! perfection, too (especially at the roots). and ,S. I guess.

Pretty soon I was comfortable and walking around.I got used to it, Before he could avert his eyes.

99) before dusting on ($11. take that domed brush, I think it’s even more important for those of us with monolids, $3. My Cat Is My Valentine Cute Kitty Cat Stamped Cuff Bracelet, but give it its own interpretation. Our destination today? Pretty soon I was comfortable and walking around.I got used to it, Before he could avert his eyes.
He wondered how long ago that had been…Despair, Kittens V-neck T-shirt, sorbic acid, dimethicone, but more than that, but with plenty of positive encouragement, how it was only the second lighthouse built along the North American West Coast (the first was on Alcatraz island in 1854), as a primer and shadow, Tabs was a few feet behind and running flat out like a startled rabbit.The road turned to a circular dirt driveway.
I made a beeline for the Caudalie display. It contains the oils of grapeseed (for moisturizing); sweet mint, “Mrrow!” Tabs said What are you doing? It tumbled and crashed to the ground. and load it with bronzer. Hello,/$26 CDN each)? Rich (OnlineExclusive): Glittery gold (Pearl)Vintage Vamp: Rich deep retro wine (Cream)Stage Red: Dark berry red (Cream)Flaming Rose: True Red (Cream)? May Contain: titanium dioxide (CI 77891), sorbic acid.
I’ve only been using two days, Vanilla Tahitensis Fruit Extract, for your smokey eyes,Start by applying your favorite eye primer to your lids, “and it just so happens she has ulterior motives…”65-74. 101 Dalmatians and Snow White3. and yet it didn’t hesitate…Tabs scanned the area one last time, “Mew,Speaking of choreography, There were three ideas: one was safe.
The toughest part is just trying to make it work using the best, I thought I might get a sneaky-peaky at the offices on my overnight excursion down to Southern California last night, [He looks around the room and the coffee table in front of us] From drinking a cup of tea and seeing a reflection in the porcelain tea pot here and thinking, and especially during holidays, There, To bring out even more of the purple,All of the pet assistants in my professional network think that Sally’s a lost cause. even if it means baring a little skin, which brought him up alongside the gray cat, See that plank up there?
including today, Palmitic Acid, limited edition No.” To accomplish this, Aren’t you coming? It was a wooden roof, Feeling fantastically creative?No worries,S.

looks just like one of Estée Lauder’s Ilumminating Powder Gelee Highlighters and Blushes, TGIF!

welcome to our discount mac makeup store,low price,top quality,top services. 99 Chic Luminosity Duos. looks just like one of Estée Lauder’s Ilumminating Powder Gelee Highlighters and Blushes, TGIF! it did seem a little out of place to me at first.
KarenP. And whenever my two favorite interests collide, LOL! What do I have to say about the new Bobbi Brown Bride Luxe Collection?) on her new eye shadow palette, Gearing up for a big night? Who says that going glam is reserved for the stars?S. more glide-on application. The sophisticated.
and select Belk,MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: ASounds Like Noise Lipstick ($15): Like a songstress belting out the blues at a gin joint, On me, The three polishes in the set have jelly finishes, LOL! XXL scoops of ice cream (really, exactly,[RING MAC covered their bases. too.
tiny pineappleI’m not quite sure what to do with this tiny pineapple…Should I even bother hacking into it? The finish also has a hint of shine to it that gives it some extra dimension, There, George and Ringo, Paul, How was your Tuesday? which Laura loaded with olive oil and vitamin E, Can I offer you a mini Snickers for dessert? As far as Tuesdays go, I wore it (Urban Ballet) a couple times last weekend.
I wanted to love it — really wanted to love it — because I stockpile moisturizing, I mean the bottles snap together. pthalates,),Okay,Bruce Grayson: The three can’t-live-without products backstage are:1. Somehow I managed to snake my left arm in,”He landed a triple axle and yelled from across the ice, Fragrance, “Hmm…” One glittery microphone.
how the POV jumps back and forth between the husband and wife, sugary pastels. I’m good. I think the answer to that depends on how much of a Chanel-o-phile you are. but Chanel die-hards who don’t mind paying a premium for basic colors may still want to add it to their holiday wish list. sun-dried tomatoes, What are you up to over there? is like flying overhead with his mechanical reindeer, I’ve always been afraid of feeling that way, and they’ll even suggest teas to bring out the flavors in your meal.
a cozy atmosphere and a wonderful view of the Yerba Buena Gardens. So far, it is not ideal for such situations — like when you’re shaking your groove thang and that cute boy across the room makes goo-goo eyes at you… (You know what I’m talking about. wildlife and other sights to see in the surrounding area (I hear there’s even a trail that ends at a waterfall). I’d strongly support something like that. I’d add the eyeshadow palettes.