Beau, Makeup for Men!

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2G0SE_uadU] Beau For Men: Makeup tailored for men’s skin bridges the market gap.  Men are largely ignored in the market.  This foundation wore amazingly well, looked flawless, and got me some compliments.  I would definitely suggest it: http://FamousLadyCosmetics.com When the recent High School Makeup trend started popping up, it got me reminiscing about what…

Too Faced Born This Way Foundation demo and review GRWM

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VYI46tKKwc&w=560&h=315] This is a Too Faced Born This Way Foundation demo and review- because I’ve been bragging about it so much, I decided to do a wear test and see if it’s really worth it…it is.  I’ve been eying it for a while, and have been debating whether or not I’m a $42 foundation…

Urban Decay Naked Foundation and Dior Show Mascara Dupe GRWM

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uQRQpAPHJo&w=560&h=315] The Urban Decay Naked foundation lasted well over 8 hours and only began to separate or cake on the cheeks.  The Dior Show dupe is the BlackHeart Lengthening Mascara- from the brush to the formula.

Benefit's New Brow Collection Review and Swatches

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezj5eqhzsDw] The New Benefit Brow Collection retails from $24-$28: I was very impressed by the collection, especially Precisely My Brow and Ka Brow.  I will admit that the marketing materials don’t seem as convincing as the products are in real life. The Lineup (Brow Zings is not new). Goof Proof Brow Pencil $24: for…

DIY Liquid Matte Lipstick (Metallic)

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=338Ps3YaJaQ] I decided to create my own metallic matte liquid lipsticks, and used CoverGirl and Maybelline eye-shadows mixed with NYC Primer and L’Oréal Magic Nude foundation in 312. Fashion and Beauty Blog http://UwanaWhat.com Eyeshadows: CoverGirl Queen Collection- 0145 After Midnight unknown black sparkly CoverGirl pot Maybelline Color Molten By Eye Studio in 304 Sapphire…

Highlighter Challenge

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OuyGl5LT0s] I decided to take on the Highlighter challenge, which was not as difficult as the no brushes makeup challenge, except in that highlighter does not make a good contour…but we knew that already. Did you attempt it? Link yours in the comments. Products used Nyx Contour Cheek Duo Elf: Shimmering Facial Whip in…

No Brushes Makeup Challenge: Fingers Only

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxC6Zt-c2k8] April XOXO and I accepted the No Brushes Makeup Challenge and went for it, doing gel eyeliner and lipstick, all with our fingers only (Fingers Only Makeup Challenge?).  It was much harder than we expected, and I challenge YOU to upload your own.  The hardest part? Probably lining the waterline with my fingernail….

Friends with Benefit

Benefit cosmetics has long lead a cult following, and products like “Roller Lash” and “They’re Real” are now household names.  I’ve been using Benefit for years and years.  I used the eye-con for years alone…seems like it’s discontinued or repackaged. The bene-tint was a 90’s lip and cheek stain must-have.  If you haven’t heard someone…

MAC Makeup Brushes

This is a shopping list of clickable images for my favorite MAC Makeup Brushes (images linked to Sephora Brazil). I utilize MAC make-up brushes in each and every look I create. From the go to face brushes, the 190, the 129, to the essential eye brushes 219, blending brush, flat liner, flat and angled eye…

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…