Warm Sunny Look posted on a Rainy Day!

          Hello everyone! I know I have not been blogging lately. These past few weeks I have been trying to adjust to a new job chapter so I decided to take a break from posting but I do miss it. I hope your all doing great! :) 

So now onto the look...it is warm with a combination of golds, reds and a red-burgundy shade. The LORAC 3D lustre was used only on the eyelid on top of goldmine but my camera did not pick up all the golden shimmers (in person it looks beautiful!) I shaded my brows with MAC Espresso rather than Coquette. I find that espresso gives them a more defined look while coquette makes them look more natural. My new favorite and go-to eyeliner is LORAC Front of the Line Pen eyeliner. It is so easy to apply because of it's fine tip, and it is a true rich black. On the lips I am wearing my new Chanel Rouge Coco in Rouge Orage which is a mixture of reddish-coral shades with pink undertones. 

 Face:

Bobbi Brown Foundation Stick in Warm Honey 5.5

Bobbi Brown Corrector in dark Bisque

Laura Mercier Secret Concealer #04

Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder to set concealers

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder to set cream foundation

MAC Blunt Blush to Contour

Lips:

Chanel Rouge Coco in Rouge Orage

Eyes:

Urban Decay Eye Primer Potion

MAC Goldmine on the lid

MAC Coppering on the crease

NYX Rust on the crease and blended into coppering

MAC Handwritten on the outer v

LORAC 3D Liquid Lustre on the lid only

LORAC Front of the Line Pro Liner

Prestige My Biggest Lashes Mascara 

I hope you like the look! 

Xx Anel

New Beauty Products II

Hello everyone! I have not been posting anything new because I have been caught up with things at work. During the weekends it is when I try to take advantage of a free day but I will be honest..I have slept in and have not been too creative with doing a look :) So here is a quick post and update of some of the products I have recently picked up. From matte/satin shadows to glitter pigments and a gorgeous liquid lustre, I will have plenty to experiment with.

-MAC 116 Blush Brush

-MAC eyeshadows in Orb, Espresso and Haux 

-NYX Glitter Mania in Purple and Ultra Pearl Mania in Lime Pearl 

-LORAC 3D Liquid Lustre

-Chanel Rouge Coco in Rouge Orage

-Le Metier De Beaute Radiance Powder Rouge in Rumor

Stay tune for Reviews, swatches and looks! 

:)

Bold Red Lips...

           Hello everyone! This bright red lip look was inspired by Lisa Eldridge's new video tutorial, "My long lasting night out look". Lisa is such a beauty and a woman who many admire. Her work reflects natural beauty with a high fashion kick. I absolutely love her videos and after seeing her new one I couldn't help but try and recreate the look with products I own. 

Face

-Guerlain foundation mixed with Chanel Pro Lumiere 

-Laura Mercier Secret Concealer under the eyes

-Laura Mercier Secret Brightening powder to set concealer

-Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder on the T-zone

-Guerlain Rouge Automatique 124 was used as a blush by dabbing it on my cheeks with my fingers tips

<------ ***In this picture I am not wearing eyeliner on the top lashline.****

 Lips

-Chanel Rouge Allure Extrait De Gloss in Fatale No. 61

-NYX Lip Liner in Hot Red No. 817

       -I began by lining and filling in my lips with the lip liner in Hot Red. Then using a lip brush I applied Chanel Fatale. Using Laura Mercier Secret Concealer I traced outside the lips to clean out the edges. 

Swatches: Chanel Fatale & NYX Hot Red

Eyes

-Urban Decay Eye Primer Potion

-NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk on the brow bone

-MAC Orb eyeshadow on the brow bone

-Urban Decay Chopper eyeshadow all over the lid

-Urban Decay Buck eyeshadow on the crease

-Ardell Individual lashes- Flare short black

-Prestige My Biggest lashes mascara

-Laura Mercier Tightlining Cake Liner in Black Ebony

Thank you for stopping by

 & as always your comments are gratefully accepted :)

Burnt Copper, Oranges, and Feather Lashes!

             Hello my lovely readers! I just got these fabulous Baci eyelashes from my supervisor who has a Baci Lingerie catalog. Baci is an Autralian Lingerie brand which I recently learned about. It is known for its sensual, provocative and fine lingerie. But that is not it. Baci also carries a wide range of lashes, from high fashion styles to the everyday natural lash. 

Baci-Lashes are described as being the "highest quality, largest range and something for every occasion". The lashes are made from synthetic material and an adhesive glue is included in every packaging. I tried using the lashes with their adhesive (which is clear) but they did not want to stay put. So I just used my Ardell lash glue. 

For the selection of shades I went for coppery-orangy colors. I had been wanting to do a look using the beautiful coppery-orange shade from the Tarina Tarantino Dreamy Jewel Palette I recently reviewed. 

Products Used (listed in the order applied):

Face

-Guerlain foundation mixed with Chanel Pro Lumiere 

-Laura Mercier Secret Concealer

-Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder

-MAC Blunt Blush

-NARS Blush in Taj Mahal

Eyes

-NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk on the brow bone

-NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Bronze as transition color and eyelid

-MAC Fluidline in Rich Ground all over the eyelid

-Tarina Tarantino Jewel Dreamy Palette- copper-oranger shade was applied all over the lid

-MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack 

-MAC Fluidline Dipdown and Rich Ground were mixed and used above blacktrack

-MAC Ricepaper eyeshadow

-LORAC Front of the Line Pro Eyeliner Pen was lined on top of Blacktrack to make the liner more rich and intense
-Baci Eyelashes

Lips

-Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in Rebelle

Eyelashes- Paradise Dreams No. 604

Check out Baci eyelashes:

www.baci-lingerie.com &

http://www.starlightlingerie.co.uk/

Hope you like the look :)

A Combination of Mattes, Velvet and Satin finishes

Lately I have been exploring eyeshadows with a matte, velvet and satiny finishes. Shades with these finishes are very work-friendly and can easily be paired with a bright lipstick shade. 

Products Used

Face

-I mixed my Guerlain foundation with Chanel Pro Lumiere and used a foundation brush to apply

-To neutralize the shadows under my eyes I used a bit of BB corrector

-To brighten under the eyes I applied LM secret concealer on top of the corrector

-The concealers were set with LM secret brightening powder

-Guerlain Terracota Bronzing powder was used to define the cheekbones

-MAC Mineralize blush in warm soul on the apples of the cheeks

Eyes

-NYX Jumbo Pencil in milk was used as a base all over the eyelid and brow bone

-MAC Orb (matte) shadow was used as a second shadow base to set the creaminess of Milk

-MAC Texture (velvet) was applied above the crease as the transition color

-MAC Espresso (matte) was blended into the crease

-MAC Shroom (satin) was applied on the lid, the inner corners of the eyes and the brow bone

- I lined my top lashline with Blacktrack fluidline 

- Lashes were curled with E.L.F. eyelash curler and coated with LORAC Multiplex 3D mascara

-Ardell lashes in #53 were applied

Lips

-A couple layers of Hourglass Femme Rouge in Nocturnal was applied on the lips
Hourglass Femme Rouge is reviewed here:

http://blushtree.blogspot.com/2011/11/hourglass-femme-rouge-velvet-creme.html

I hope you like the look! If you know of any other mattes, satins or velvets that you really like please share them here :)

Xx-Anel

A Holy-Grail Product: Chanel Vitalumiere Moisture-Rich Radiance Makeup Review+ Photos

Chanel Vitalumiere Moisture-Rich Radiance Makeup Review & Before and After

                 Some may remember me saying that Chanel Vitalumiere is a foundation that I adore. Since the very first day it came home with me I was in love with its formula, quality of wear and packaging. I don't know why it has taken me this long to finally write a review on this foundation but here it is. I have tried other foundations that have given me great results but I always come back to Vitalumiere when I want my skin to look and feel fresh, natural and pretty.

What it is: 

"The ultimate solution to tired skin, the best-selling CHANEL foundation now instantly revitalizes the complexion upon application and throughout the day. The formula has been updated with new ingredients to specifically target dry, dull and uneven skin, and moisturizing agents to provide hydration and comfort. A marine extracts boosts cell energy to enhance radiance and light-reflecting pigments smooth away imperfections, creating a soft-focus effect. Creamy and luxuriously lightweight, this essential daily foundation blends effortlessly for perfectly smooth, even-tones , radiant skin". -CHANEL

My Verdict: 

A foundation so perfect on you should look like second skin; soft and natural.

The creamy and light texture makes this foundation perfect for daily use. The moisture-rich formulation allows for comfort wear throughout the day plus skin that looks radiant and luminous. If your skin is dry and dull, Vitalumiere will help give your skin life and rejuvenation. 

Just moisturizer on the face except the eyes

Only a pump of Vitalumiere has been applied

Finished look including concealer and setting powder

How-to apply Vitalumiere:  The best tools for this are your fingers. Using my fingers gives me control and helps me blend the foundation evenly into every area of my face. The creamy consistency really helps it blend easily and effortlessly. From time to time I will pick up my foundation brush and use it to apply Vitalumiere, but since brushes tend to absorb foundations quicker, using my fingers would be my first preference. The finish is dewy and fresh so I set it with a loose powder to keep the look soft and for longer-lasting results. 

Shade #50 Naturel

It's Best Qualities: 

• Moisturizing
• Creamy Lightweight feel on the skin
• Light-medium coverage
• Gives skin a soft-focus look
• A little goes a long way
• Blends like a dream
• Contains SPF 15
• Has a pump to dispense the product
• Smells like roses

It's Least Favorable Qualities:

• The steep price- $55.00/1 oz.
• Small color range: Only 8 shades available 

Check out this post on a Guide to Finding your Perfect Foundation:

http://blushtree.blogspot.com/2011/11/guide-to-finding-your-perfect.html

Thank you for reading! What is your favorite foundation?

A Look using Milani Lip Flash Glossy Pencils+ Review/Swatches

First Photo- Wearing Milani Lip Flash in News Flash

Second Photo-Wearing Milani Lip Flash in Photo Flash

 I decided to post this picture so you can see a before and after of the eye makeup

Products Used/Steps

Face:

-After moisturizing my face I applied a thin layer of Chanel Vitalumiere foundation

-Under the eyes I patted Bobbi Brown corrector and then a bit of Laura Mercier Secret Concealer 

-To set concealer and for a bit of a brightening effect I used a fluffy brush and Laura Mercier Secret Brightening powder

-Chanel natural loose powder was applied all over (except under the eyes) with a large powder brush

-Using a angle blush brush (MAC 168) I contoured with MAC Blunt Blush

-Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Bronze was applied on the top of the cheekbones to highlight

Eyes:

-I filled in my brows using Milani Brow Kit 

-I began to prime and correct the lids with Laura Mercier Eye Basics in Buff (a shimmery/subtle champagne color)

-On the lids I patted MAC Shroom eyeshadow 

-On the brow bone and inner corners of the eyes I used the lightest strip of the Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Bronze

-Then taking my bent eyeliner brush I lined my eyes with E.L.F. cream liner in Midnight

-I coated my lashes once with Prestige My Biggest lashes Mascara

-Ardell Accent Falsies in #301 were applied

-LORAC Multiplex 3D Lashes mascara was used on the lower lashes

Lips:

-Milani Lip flash in News Flash 02

-Milani Lip Flash in Photo Flash 04 

 Now for the quick review on Milani's Lip Flash Full Coverage Glossy Lip Pencils

Both lip flashes are opaque and deliver full coverage wear. They contain glitter but I do not find them to be drying or feel uncomfortable on my lips . However, I do find that News flash is creamier and easier to apply than Photo Flash. This may be because the glitter is more obvious on Photo Flash. In terms of lasting power I find that both have a good average wear (2 + hours) before the color begins to wear off. Overall, I am very happy with these lip pencils because they are pigmented as a lipstick with a glossier and glittery finish that does not look cheap. 
Available at Target and drugstores/ $6-7.00 each 

Photo Flash 04 (left) News Flash 02 (right)

Thank you for reading and stopping by :)

Chanel Rouge Allure Luminous Satin Lip Color in Emotive #68 Review, Swatches and Look

0.12 oz

$32.50

          Rouge Allure in Emotive has been with me for a while now, but it wasn't until this morning that I decided to take it out and wear this bold shade. After remembering why this lipstick is so dear to me I was inspired to do a post on it.

What it is: "An instant icon, this luxurious lipstick formula combines lustrous color, sensational comfort and fabulous wear". -Chanel

Packaging: Chanel represents luxury and therefore their packaging is sophisticated and luxurious. Rouge Allure Lipsticks are incased in a black, slim tube. Unlike the typical packaging of a lipstick such as the Rouge Coco's, these will have you doing something new when opening the tube. You must click-open the elegant golden logo for the lipstick tube to pop out. Interesting experience for someone who loves how products are packaged. 

Click on the logo and the tube will pop out

My Verdict: Emotive is definitely one of the bolder lipsticks included in my collection. It is lightweight, creamy and long-wearing. This shade glides onto my lips effortlessly and wears comfortably. My lips are on the normal side of hydration but can get dry if a product reacts to them or if it simply is not moisturizing and dry. I do not find this Rouge Allure to be the most moisturizing lip stick out there but it is one of the most comfortable and weightless lip colors I have tried. The opaque pigmentation allows the lipstick to wear longer than the average lipstick. I can get around 4 to 5 hours of wear, the color appearing more as stain by the 4th hour. I appreciate that the lip color wears off evenly, not leaving noticeable patches on some parts of my lips. Because the color is lightweight, adding a lip gloss really enhances the color without making it look goopey. However, emotive is beautiful on it's own which is how I prefer to wear it. 

Emotive is a raspberry pink with a slight fuchsia sheen- gorgeous for that fun pop of color

Available at Chanel, Nordstrom, and Macy's 

Thanks for stopping by :)

Bold Brows and Bright Lips

Hello everyone! So I got home from work and after eating dinner and a quick shower I felt like being adventurous with my makeup. This is the look I ended up with. I did a couple things I usually never do; for my base I mixed two foundation shades and used an eyeliner to fill in my brows. 

Products used:

Face

-Guerlain Lingerie De Peau in #23 (half a pump) mixed with Chanel Pro Lumiere (half a pump)

-Laura Mercier Secret Concealer in #04

-Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder (to set and brighten under eyes)

-Guerlain Terracota Bronzing Powder 

Eyes

-Laura Mercier Eye Basics in Buff (as a base)

-MAC Naked Lunch on the lid

-MAC Phloof! on the brow bone and inner corners of the eyes

-MAC Handwritten on the crease

-E.L.F. Waterproof Liquid Liner Pen

-LORAC Multiplex 3D Lashes

Brows

-Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in Whiskey- then using an angle brush blended the color

Lips

-Chanel Lip Liner in Cardamone

-MAC lipstick in Party Line

Hope you like it :)

Oh and do you have any eyebrow pencils that you can recommend me?

Thanks!

FOTD: Neutral Shimmer and a New MAC Fluidline

          Hello everyone! Here is another quick makeup look I did for today. I recently picked up a LORAC beauty set from Ulta and used most of the products for this look. Also I gave in and bought my second MAC fluidline in Dipdown. I have been wanting a brown liner for a softer eye and decided for this "deep dark flat brown".  I absolutely love it. I will post a more in depth review on the fluidline and the LORAC beauty set in the next couple days. 

FACE:

-CHANEL Vitalumiere Moisture-Rich Makeup

-Bobbi Brown corrector and creamy concealer

-CHANEL Natural Loose Setting Powder

-LORAC Blush in Soul

LIPS:

-CHANEL Lip liner on Cardamone

-LORAC Couture Shine Liquid Lipstick in Couture

EYES:

-MAC Paint pot in Indianwood- (all over lid)

-NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk (on the brow bone)

-LORAC Starry-Eyed Baked Eye Shadow Trio in LORACstar 

-MAC Texture eyeshadow

-MAC Fluidline in Dipdown

-LORAC Multiplex 3D Lashes Mascara in Black

SECOND EYE:

-Bobbi Brown Metallic eye shadow in Gold Dust

-MAC Fluidline in Dipdown

-LORAC Multiplex 3D Lashes Mascara in Black

Sonia Kashuk Bent Eye liner brush- $6.00 at Target

This is the brush I use to create a perfect cat liner. A MUST-HAVE for gel liners 

MAC Dipdown Fluidline- $15.00 at a MAC store

Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to follow for updates on new posts :)

Xx Anel