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! 

:)

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 Flash of Purple

Hello everyone and Happy Friday! I have wanting to do a look using different hues of purples and decided to pair it with my new Milani Lip Flash. Have you heard of these new glossy lip pencils? I will post a review on these in the next days. So here is the look...

 Products Used:

Face

-Guerlain Lingerie De Peau half a pump mixed with another half a pump of Chanel Pro Lumiere 

-Laura Mercier Secret Concealer in #4

-Laura Mercier Secret Brightener to set concealer

-Chanel Natural Loose Powder

-MAC Blunt Blush to contour

Eyes

-Stila Prime Pot in Taffy as lid base

-NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk on the brow bone

-MAC Naked Lunch was used with a fluffy brush for a soft wash all over the lid and inner corners and brow bone

-MAC Star Violet was applied using a fluffy brush to add more color to the lid without taking away the beautiful sheen naked lunch gives

-MAC Hepcat on the crease and as a transition color

-MAC Fig 1 on the crease for more depth

-Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel in Violet Ink

-E.L.F. Cream Eyeliner in Black was used on the outer flick 

-LORAC Multiplex 3D Lashes Mascara

-Benefit Eye Bright on the lower lashline

-Ardell Lashes #305

Lips

-Milani Lip Flash in News Flash

-NYX Burgundy Lipliner

Hope you all like it! 

Thanks for stopping by :))

Design a Line-Silver Sparkle

Hello! I hope your doing well and ready for the start of a new weekend. The inspiration for this look came from the eyeliners I picked up at Target. Milani Liquif' Eye and E.L.F Cream eyeliner---Wow I am blown away by the performance of these products. The bottom pictures were the first I did but then I decided to add another line on the lower lashline and extend a bit more the second top wing. Names of products are listed below...

Products Used:

-Laura Mercier Eye Basics in Buff

-Wet n Wild Vanity palette- cream matte shade mixed with toffee matte shade and blended all over lid

-E.L.F. Cream eyeliner (this eyeliner is so creamy and dark)

-Milani Liquif'eye in silver (love these)
-LORAC Front of the Line PRO Eyeliner

-Nail art diamonds in silver

-Prestige My Biggest Lashes and a second coat of LORAC Multiplex 3D lashes

Thanks for stopping by :)

-Anel

Ivy Shimmer

        I really am enjoying doing these eyeliner posts. One thing I do beforehand is draw on a notepad some of the ways I can draw eyeliner on my eyes. If I like the finished drawing, I will give it a try. Drawing it on paper allows me to know what direction to take first and how to go about it. For this look I stayed away from using shimmer on the lids because I wanted the lines to be the main attraction. 

Products Used:

Wet n Wild ColorIcon Palette in Vanity- top right cream shade all over lid and brow bone

second right light toffee shade mixed with cream color on the lid

MAC Blacktrack Fluidline

Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner in Ivy Shimmer Ink 14

LORAC Front of the Line PRO Liquid Eyeliner in Black- traced on top of Blacktrack to get a more precise line
Laura Mercier Tightline Cake Eye Liner in Black Ebony

Prestige My Biggest Lashes Mascara- top lashes

LORAC Multiplex 3D Lashes Mascara- lower lashes

Rimmel Eye Kohl in Jungle Green 031- to line the lower rim of the eye

Thank you for visiting ;)

BareMinerals Ready Eyeshadow-The Playlist: How-to Eyeshadow Pic Tutorial

I have been playing with BareMinerals Ready Eyeshadow palette in The Playlist--so get ready to see more eyeshadow posts.  I will post a review on the palette in the next days to come. 

Scroll down below to see the How-To Eyeshadow Pic Tutorial!

Bare Minerals Ready Eyeshadow- The Playlist

Top Row: Pumped, Chart Topper, Max Volume & Louder

Bottom Row: One Hit Wonder, Most Requested, Remix & Speaker Box

1st step: Apply E.L.F.'s eyelid primer all over the lid and brow bone

2nd step: With a fluffy shadow brush apply One Hit Wonder eyeshadow on the brow bone for highlight

3rd step: Using a flat shadow brush blend Remix eyeshadow on the lid, inner corners and into the crease

4th step: With E.L.F.'s defining eye brush mix Max Volume and Speaker Box shadows and blend them into the crease

5th step: With MAC's 219 or any pencil brush apply Pumped eyeshadow into the outer V

6th step: Blend, blend, blend with MAC's 217 or any fluffy brush

7th step:  When applying liquid or gel liner on the top lashline I always begin by doing a thin line in the inner corner and then stretch it out with a thicker line

 ...On the outer corners of the eyes I do a small flick and then connect it to the rest of the liner- Using LORAC Front of the Line Pro Liquid Eyeliner

 

8th step: Using Ecotools angle brush apply Remix eyeshadow on the inner lower lashline and Max Volume eyeshadow on the outer lower lashline.

9th step: Apply a couple coats of mascara- Prestige My Biggest Lashes Mascara in Black  

All Done!

Thank you for reading :) 

LORAC: Close up Kit- Review, Swatches and Day Look

Close Up: Real Life To Red Carpet Natural To Dramatic Face Tutorial $39 ($120 Value) 

What it is:
"A kit by LORAC creator Carol Shaw to give you all the tools you need to easily create any look you desire. A tutorial look book is also included with steps on how to create and transform a day look into a night look".

This set contains: (all products are full-size)
- 0.15 oz Starry-Eyed Baked Eye Shadow Trio in LORACstar
- 0.02 oz Front Of The Line Pro in Black
- 0.43 oz Multiplex 3D Lashes Mascara in Black
- 0.12 oz Blush in Soul
- 0.17 oz Couture Shine Liquid Lipstick in Trend Setter
- Tutorial Look Book 

Starry-Eyed Baked Eye Shadow Trio in LORACstar

What it is: A set of three colorful baked eyeshadows

Verdict: LORAC eyeshadows are shimmery, smooth and easy to blend. With a primer/base underneath they wear beautifully throughout the day. 

Front of the Line PRO in Black 

What it is: "A long-wearing, water-resistant liquid eyeliner". 

Verdict: My first impression with this eyeliner was disappointing. It seemed to be dry and achieving an even line was impossible. I thought that I might have picked a defected one. However I decided to store the eyeliner upside down and the next time I gave it a try the performance was excellent. The color is a true black and wears for hours with no flaking or budging occurring. The flexible tip gives you control for creating a very fine to dramatically bold line. 

Multiplex 3D Lashes Mascara in Black

What it is: "A buildable, smudge-resistant, multidimensional mascara".

Verdict: A mascara that does not clump, flake or smudge is what I look for in a mascara. This LORAC mascara fits the bill with an added plus at lengthening lashes. 

Blush in Soul

What it is: LORAC describes this as a blush that "brightens your face and accentuates your features". Soul is a dusty rose.

Verdict: One of my favorite products from the kit is this blush. The color is perfect for defining your cheekbones without needing bronzer or a highlighter. The satiny silver sheen brightens cheeks. I have used this blush since I bought the blush and have found how versatile it is because it works with many eyeshadows and lip colors. 

Couture Shine Liquid Lipstick in Trend Setter

What it is: LORAC describes this as "a nourishing liquid lipstick". Trend Setter is a warm pink champagne. 

Verdict: I have found a new lip product that is really comfortable, has a pleasant smell and wears beautifully. These Couture shines feel smooth on the lips leaving them well nourished. Jojoba oil and sweet almond are among some of the ingredients included, which help maintain moist. Couture shines can be worn alone. For more intense color and wear they can be added on top of a lipstick. 

LORACstar Trio, Blush in Soul, Couture Shine in Trend Setter, and Front of the Line  PRO

Would I recommend this to a friend? Yes! It is a great way to get introduced to some of LORAC products!

Day Look: 

Face: 

-LUSH Colour Supplement in Dark Pink-mixed with Korres moisturizer

- Chanel Loose Setting Powder

LORAC Blush in Soul

Eyes:

-E.L.F. Eyelid Primer

-LORAC Starry-Eyed Trio in LORACstar

-LORAC Front of the Line Pro Liner

-LORAC Multiplex 3D Lashes mascara

Lips:

-Revlon Soft Rose Colorburst

-LORAC Couture Shine in Trend Setter

Available at Sephora and Ulta stores and websites

What products have you tried from LORAC? Any favorites?

Thanks for stopping by!

Xx Anel