elf Favorites

Eyes Lips Face (e.l.f.) is a staple of mine…the products are cheap, well made, and the brushes compete with my MAC brushes…and in some instances, trump them!  Below is a list of my recommendations and favorites. Click the photos to shop elfCosmetics.com Flawless Concealer Brush: OMG, #Live! This is my favorite concealer brush of all…

A Beautiful Read

Can You Get Hooked on Lip Balm, by Perry Romanowski, is one of the most informative books I’ve ever read on beauty and cosmetics, as well as “drugs.”  If you’ve been curious about ingredients, health hazards, and myths surrounding the beauty products we use daily- you’ve got to read this book! Romanowski has a casual…

Reading Beauty

Bobbi Brown’s books are always an informative, straight to the point, easy read.  I think I’ve read them all.  The only one that left me wanting more was Everything Eyes…I felt like it wasn’t everything. I’ve just read Pretty Powerful– a very quick read with no-filler tips and insight for anyone wanting to know more…

My Makeup & What’s In My Bag

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3-X5YustOs&w=560&h=315] My Make-Up: Cosmetics are a huge part of my self-expression and style. I LOVE this Isaac Jacobs Makeup Caddy. Nyx, e.l.f., L’Oréal, Maybelline, Revlon & PTR products are go-to’s. MAC & e.l.f. Brushes= 💜. My make-up bag pours it’s heart out in the bg: Nyx Powder foundation, Maybelline Fit Me Powder & Concealer,…

Faux Sho

I love my new Forever 21 Faux Fur Collared Moto Jacket- I’ve been craving faux fur, and am glad the fur collar detaches because I can always wear it as a regular moto jacket. I also feel good about it being PU, as I’ve shifted from things like calfskin designer shoes- which made me feel…

LipStains

Lip stains are a long wearing lip color: they stain lips instead of applying color on top, and are very convenient. I do also find this to be a very useful tool or natural or no-makeup makeup, as well as male makeup. If you’re going for the natural look, then go for a light pink…