Archive for February, 2010

Green and Yellow Look

Posted on February 11, 2010 | 1 Comment
I rarely use green eye shadow on myself, but I think that's going to change now. I realized that I had three MAC colors in my pro palette that have been untouched: Humid, Swimming, and Sour Lemon (Pro). I came up with this look, and now I think I will definitely be wearing green more often. It's such a fun color to play with! Read more...
Drugstore Makeup Look (REQUEST)

Posted on February 10, 2010 | 2 Comments
I received a request with pictures of an outfit that one of my readers will be wearing to dinner on Saturday night with her family. She also asked if I have tried any drugstore foundation that I would recommend. I created this makeup look to match her red-striped cardigan, using only drugstore items so that it'll be a one stop shop! Here's how to do the look step-by-step. Read more...
L’Oreal True Match Roller Foundation Review

Posted on February 8, 2010 | 5 Comments
L'Oreal True Match Roller Foundation claims to easily create "the perfect airbrushed finish". After I saw the commercial, I knew I just had to try it out -- not so much because I was immediately sold on the whole "airbrush" part, but because it looks like rolling would be fun. The idea is pretty innovative -- it's kind of like when you're painting a wall with a paint roller, except now you're just doing it on your face. Here's what I think about it after using it for a few days. Read more...
How to Add a Pop of Color to Your Eye Shadow

Posted on February 6, 2010 | 7 Comments
Adding a little pop of bright color on your lids brings attention to your eyes. I'll show you how to achieve this peek-a-boo purple effect. You can use any bright color you want (like something that matches your outfit or a bright lipstick). The trick to making the bright color subtle is to use neutral colors on the rest of your eye. Read more...
Fashion Friday: Episode 2

Posted on February 5, 2010 | 1 Comment
This outfit goes with the Valentine's Day Look post I wrote yesterday. I got this Red Rose Spaghetti Strap Tunic at Forever 21 for only $15.80. It's very soft and silky, and the rose print is perfect for the occasion. :) Read more...