Thursday, May 27, 2010

My Favorite Bloggers!

So there are some bloggers that I love and adore and think that you might love and adore too!! Some are family, some are friends... some have to do with makeup and some do not! Love them all though! :D

(MANY OF THESE LADIES ALSO HAVE YOUTUBE CHANNELS!)

The beautiful Mellie. (<3 my biffer!)

http://princessmellie.blogspot.com



Mellie gives informative, honest reviews of many beauty products, as well as posting makeup, nail and clothing looks! She also posts on other fun stuff! She's a beautiful person, inside and out and you possibly couldn't meet someone more sweet!

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The always sassy, always funny, ever talented... QueenBMakeup!

http://theoriginalqueenbmakeup.blogspot.com



Ale is one of the funniest people I've had the pleasure of meeting online and she's always a riot. She is very blunt and to the point, all while being hilarious. She is very busy right now working on her dreams (SO excited for you girl!), so she doesn't get to update often, but when she does, you are in for a treat! Her looks are never anything less than stunning!

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My most favoritest, talented Cousin... DeeDee!

http://deedeecampbell.blogspot.com



No seriously... she is my most favoritest cousin ever! :) lol Ever since I was little I have loved her to pieces! I honestly believe she is where I get so much of my silliness from! haha (Well ok... it runs in our daddies side of the family...) Anyway... my beautiful cousin is a SUPER talented artist. She makes handmade greeting cards and other unique crafty stuff. You can purchase her products on Etsy.

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Another cousin.... Terie!

http://terieslapband.blogspot.com/



Terie is actually new to blogging, but you should def check out her blog and see what she's got coming up this next year! SO excited for her!! :D

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Sweet, beautiful, stiletto wearing Momma! Melissa!

http://johnson6plus1bloodhound.blogspot.com




I have known Melissa and several family members for a LONG time! This is one of the most loving, caring, family oriented well... families, I have ever met in my life.
They are precious... Melissa shares her journey of her family and sharing information on Autism and Autism Awareness! <3
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THE FOLLOWING ARE PEOPLE I DO NOT KNOW PERSONALLY... BUT LOVE THEIR BLOGS!!

Beautiful, Sweet... Kandee Johnson.

http://kandeethemakeupartist.blogspot.com



I don't know her, but she makes you feel as if you do. She is an inspiration to many, including myself. She shares up and downs of her life... gives amazing makeup/health/beauty tips, post beautiful makeup tutorials and so much more. Her name fits her perfect, for she is as sweet as candy. <3

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Fantastic Nails -

Emerald Sparkled

http://emeraldsparkled.blogspot.com


The Nail Polish Addict -

http://thenailpolishaddict.blogspot.com


Okies! That's all for now! I have several more, but these are the first ones I wanted to throw out there!

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Heavenly Naturals Haul and a little more :)

Hello, Hello all!! I'm super excited for my new eyeshadows I got in the mail today from Heavenly Naturals! You should check out the 15 samples for 15 bucks in any color you want! That's what I did!!! These are the 15 new ones I got and since I couldn't find my Believe shadow on my previous post, I included that one with them. Here are some pics of the swatches I did. I wish I could take HD pics... I REALLY do. It would make the appriciation of these colors all the more better.

I used MAC Painterly Paint Pot as a base....

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Here's an overall, with flash. I forgot to take one without. =(


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Now on to the show...


With Flash, Then Without. Hokay? Hokay.



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L to R - Fairy Wings, Taupe, Faith, Genius, Honor



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L to R - Shadows, Starlight, Beauty Mark, Dazzle Linda, Kitten, Believe



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L to R - Soulful, Grace, Dollface, Passion, Trust




So on top of all these GORGEOUS colors I got today... I also made a stop at the 99Cent Only! store to stock up on my favorite soap, before my move down to Austin, JUST incase I can't find it anywhere down there!!! So while I was there, I, of course, checked out the makeup aisle. And well... guess what I found? They had 2 different shades of the Loreal HIP, Color Chrome Eyeliner pencils! I got one of each color and they are SO freakin gorgeous! 99 cents folks! And after this swatch on top of my hand?? I HAD to get out my eye makeup remover because they wouldn't wipe off!!! I SO hope they work that well on my eyes...
Also... included in these pictures is the Wet n Wild, Speed Gloss Energizing Lip Shine. I WISH the pics showed the really cool "green" tone it has to it. It has some herbal stuff in it as well as peppermint oil so it makes your lips a little tingly at first. It's a little thick, but I really, really like it.



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L to R - Green Flash, Blue Spark and lip gloss is Frenzied.




That's all for now!! Don't forget to visit Heavenly Naturals and pick up your own gorgeous eyeshadows and never over look the 99Cent Only! store! Ya' just never know what you might find!!!!!! Have a amazing day/night!!

<3,
Janet

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Hello all!! This post is just to share some of my favorite things!!! I know what works for me, may not work for you... but I wanted to share anyhow!!


My favorite foundation: Maybelline Pure Makeup


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I've always had a hard time with foundations... always. Infact, for several years, I quit wearing it all together. Once I got back into makeup, I decided to give it another go. I tried one, then another and finally stumbled upon this one night. On me, the coverage is great. It's not too matte and it doesn't really "shine" either. I have naturally oily skin, so all foundations "shine" on me after several hours. I guess it would help if I used a primer, but I don't. I love this foundation and have bought it several times now. CVS tends to have them BOGO a few times a month. It's generally around 5-6 bucks per tube. On a scale from 1-5... I'd give this one 5 out of 5!!

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Eyeshadow(s): Heavenly Naturals
These are my favorite shadows right now, hands down. I wish I could have gotten better pictures to show just how beautiful these colors truly are. These are very soft, blend nicely and the color payoff is amazing. (I'm flipping out because I can't find my favorite one called Believe! EEK!! lol) I just can't say enough good things about these and I just ordered another 15 samples!! To order go here: Heavenly Naturals Also, check often to the beautiful and extremely talented QueenBMakeup as she often uses Heavenly Natural shadows in her looks!!! Under the below swatches, you will find a picture of one of QueenBMakeup's newest looks using several HN shadows.

These swatches are with NO base under:






L to R - Ransom, Swagger, Sea Dragon, Charm, Daddys Girl







L to R - Nymph, Wink, Charmed, Laurel Fairy, Panic







L to R - Earth Child, Desire, Furious, Barbie, Fairytale, New Mexico Sunset





The beautiful, FEXI and talented QueenBMakeup!
Follow her link to see products used!!

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Lipgloss: Bonne Bell Lip D'Votion in Fresh Melon
I know, I know. Bonne Bell? Really? It's cheap as hell, but it smells good, taste good and it feels nice. Again... just my opinion. I got this at the 99 Cent Only! store one day and well... I went back for more. My friend used mine one day and you guessed it... she went and got some as well!! Is it the greatest lip gloss ever? No. But I think for a buck... it's not too bad! Scale of 1-5? I'd give it a 3.


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Eye Makeup Remover: Neutrogena Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover
I wouldn't have known about this stuff had it not been for my biffer Miss Mellie!! We were talking about makeup related things (big shocker) and I asked about eye makeup remover and she turned me on to this! This shit would take off tar I swear!! lol Shake it up, put it on your cotton pad, wipe all your makeup clean, rinse with warm water and dry. How much easier could it be? I love this stuff! Infact, I just bought my second bottle!!! Thanks biffer!!! <3


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Over all face: Buf Puf Singles w/cleanser Normal-Oily Skin
I use these like clock work every other day. I LOVE them. Run a little water on them, roll between your fingers a few times for foam and scrub your face. It's quick and easy and my face always feels SO nice afterwords!!! On a scale of 1-5... they're a 5 in my book!

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Moisturizer: Oil of Olay - Total Effects 7x
What can I say... I love this stuff. It's not the cheapest, but it's not the most expensive either. I like it because it's not too thick and not too thin... for me, it's a good balance of both. I like the way it makes my face feel and it's almost time to buy another bottle! haha Scale 1-5... I'd give it a 5.
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Soap: Zest Natura - Limon Con Azucar
I love, love, loooove this soap! I got it at the 99 Cent Only! store! Each time I have gone back, I've gotten a new bar... so I don't run out! haha It smells SO good!! I generally use my regular body wash first and then use this bar or vice versa. It's an exfoliating bar, but not a harsh one. I like the way it feels and the way I smell after. I'm not sure where else you can find it, because I've never seen it in regular stores. They do have other scents besides the Limon Con Azucar. Scale 1-5... I'd say 4.

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After Shower: Oil of Olay - Quenche Mousse Ultra Moisture
I'm really digging this right now. It has a VERY slight shimmer to it and it feels nice on my skin. I put it on straight after I've dried off. I generally use it just on my upper body, but sometimes I do the legs with it as well. Sometimes I pop lotion on, on top of it... sometimes I don't. There are several different ones out... take your pick, I'm sure they're all about the same. Scale from 1-5... I'd give this one a 4.

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Body Spray: Bath and Body Works - Japanese Cherry Blossom
With this spray... I tend to layer. Meaning I start off with the body wash, then the lotion and last the body spray. It's a sweet musky smell that I really, really enjoy and generally get compliments on when I wear it. I got it in a gift set last Christmas and finally busted open the package a few months back. lol It's already almost gone and you can bet your sweet ass that I'll be getting myself a set this year if no one gets it for me! haha Scale of 1-5... I'd give the SET a 5! The body spray alone? I'd say a 4.

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Annnnnnnnnnnnd last but not leaset... even though it has NOTHING to do with beauty... I LOVE my Neti-Pot (sinus wash)!! I got mine at Walgreens. If you don't know what it is... it's a little watering can looking thing that you put water and a saline packet (or a little warm water and salt) in, stick it in your nose and pour out the other nostril! lol It has improved my allergies and my sinus issues greatly! Here's what it looks like:
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And here is a video showing how it's done. Gross? A little. Take some getting used to? Yes. Breathing with your mouth open so you don't swallow the saline water and all the ickies in your nose is a little difficult at first, but I got used to it on my first go. The results are totally worth it in the end if you have bad sinus issues like I do. I generally do this every night before I go to bed, but I've done it in the mornings upon waking up as well. Oh... and I don't do anything after the cleansing except blow my nose until all is clear. :)

Manly 120 Palette

I have had the Manly palette for about 6-7 months now and I've meant to do a review on it but never seem to get around to it. I got mine off Ebay! for 17 dollars and the shipping was free. It took about 3 weeks to get here, but it was well worth the wait!!!

This particular palette is both matte and shimmer. The colors are AMAZING! The color payoff is AMAZING! These shadows are SO pigmented it's crazy! I don't have pictures of any of the looks I've done with it, but I use it often. Some colors seem to be softer than others, so there is fall out. On days that I use this, I just wait until after my eyes are done to do the rest of my face, that way it can just be wiped away. I honestly don't really have any complaints about this palette.


In my opinion, you get a little more than you paid for! On a scale of 1-5? I'd rate it at about a 4!

I apologize that I don't have better pictures showing the true shimmer or matte look of these.

P.S. The swatches below were done with NO base under the shadows.