Full Face Makeup Routine & Neutral Smokey Eye!

So I finally got around to creating my very first YouTube video and it's not the greatest video but it's a start! I decided on doing my full face makeup routine because this is one of the easiest routines for me. This soft smokey eye is also very natural and something I like to wear everyday. After so many years of figuring out which makeup looks suit me best, I realized that a nice smoked out eye is never a bad choice.

I have put all of the products that I used in the video in the description section of the video. Here is the link to the video as well:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l41Png_H7S4

I hope you enjoy and I am so excited to film my next video, most likely a review of one of my most recent makeup purchases :)

Ciao!!

Smokey eyes for a night out

My go to makeup for a night out is something smokey and sultry. I just always lean towards a nice and smoked out eye because it pairs nicely with a simple nude lip and a strong contour. For my smokey eye the steps are pretty easy and your main focus is blending like there's no tomorrow. 

The products I used on my eyes:

- Naked palette

    - naked (all throughout crease)

    - buck (outer crease)

- MAC espresso (pat onto lid)

- black eyeshadow (pat onto lid)

- Revlon liquid eyeliner

- Whispie eyelashes

- Lorac mascara

- Rimmel waterproof kohl black eyeliner

The key is to get colors that are all varying shades and they work well with each other. Everytime you place and eyeshadow on your lid, always remember to blend.

Ciao !!

Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancer

A couple of weeks ago I came across a product called Sensual Skin Enhancer by Kevyn Aucoin. I had never heard of this makeup line before, but I saw a beauty guru on YouTube talking about it. So like every other new makeup I hear about, I began doing my research. First thing that made my eyes pop was the price! Yes, it was more than I anticipated but I sat back and said, "let's see what the big deal is about". As I read more about the sensual skin enhancer I began to learn about some pretty important points.

Not only does this tiny jar of product last you forever, the pigmentation is unbelievable. I have suffered from cystic acne my entire life so dark marks and scars have been hard to cover up for me. I hated having to pile on foundation and concealer just to cover those marks, with the end result being cake face (which is grotesque). The most difficult part was finding a color that matched because unfortunately this product isn't sold in any stores near me. I know that Nordstrom's carries it, but mine only had it online. So I went to trusty Amazon and began reading reviews for color matching. I couldn't decide between the SX07 or the SX08. I have a very olive skin tone so both of these were good color matches but apparently the SX07 was significantly lighter than the SX08. I ended up buying the SX08 and it is definitely darker than my skin but nothing drastic. Once the summer comes it will blend no problem, but for the time being I definitely have to blend and mix colors.

Overall, the coverage is amazing and the tiniest amount covers huge sections. I don't use it as a foundation because it is very thick. I only use it for spot coverage and this tiny jar will last me forever. This product is worth every single penny and is now my holy grail product. I cannot believe I haven't heard of this sooner and that it's not more well-known. Maybe this blog post will help push it's success ;)



Ciao!!

Anastasia Dipbrow Review!

It's finally here! The highly anticipated Anastasia Dipbrow. All of the top beauty gurus and makeup artists have been raving about this product. I began looking up different video reviews and trying to see what made this eyebrow pomade stand out from the rest. I have been filling my eyebrows in for years for a couple of reasons. First off my eyebrows have been hacked away at from my poor decision to get them waxed at a young age. There are just some areas where the hair won't grow back anymore (which makes me cringe just thinking about it). Also filling in your eyebrows changes your entire appearance and adds that perfect finishing touch to your makeup.

So here is some background information on the product I have been using on my brows forever. The Anastasia Brow Wiz pencil has been my favorite brow product for awhile now. The only issue that I have had with it is the fact that it starts to wear off when my skin gets oily. Setting it with powder didn't make a huge difference either. So when I heard the Dipbrow is waterproof, my eyes lit up! 

I purchased mine through Nordstrom's website and bought the color Chocolate. It was a little hard to color match online but obviously I had no patience to wait until they were in stores!

So the very first time I filled in my brows, I didn't realize how thick and pigmented this product would be. So the first application was a bit of a fail for me. I definitely recommend using a light hand with this product! My eyebrows looked like caterpillars :o !! I have switched back to using my Brow Wiz in the mean time because I will have to practice more before wearing the Dipbrow out in public. It might seem like a small amount, but I can see how this can last a veryyyyyyy long time. So, overall I think it is a great product and does what it says, but use a light hand when applying it and make sure you have the right angled brush.

Ciao my loves!!

My Winter Must Haves

I feel like my winter must haves changes every year, but it's usually because I'm trying new products. Personally I go for products that provide a lot of moisture and vitamins for my skin. I have very oily skin but I've noticed in recent years that my skin has started to become a combination of oily and dry throughout the winter months. So of course I begin to change my routine up. 

When it comes to using face wash in the winter, I actually rarely use a face wash. I've started to use Pond's Evening Soothe face wipes and it has been so much better for my skin. Sometimes using an actual face wash causes my skin to get dry and tight. Using the face wipes not only removes all of my makeup, but it also gently exfoliates my skin at the same time.

After I clean my face with the wipes I use Dr. Dennis Gross Extra Strength Alpha Beta Peel. It is a two-step process with medicated wipes that reduce fine lines, even out skin tone, and helps with breakouts. This is great to use in the winter when your skin starts getting dull because it brings back a beautiful glow to your skin. This is safe enough to be used daily and you feel a slight burn when you use the first wipe but nothing unbearable.

In the winter I usually use CeraVe PM moisturizer. It's great for my sensitive skin and it also helps keep my skin moisturized for hours on end. I personally use the PM moisturizer because it doesn't contain sunscreen like the AM moisturizer which can make my skin look greasy.