tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55067968131116964912011-12-23T09:56:55.845-08:00Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.comBlogger1191100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-31723710562293438102008-04-29T22:06:00.000-07:002008-04-29T22:29:28.895-07:00

I did not have high hopes for NYC Color Wheel Mosaic Eye Powder in Brown Eyed Girl. Luckily, I was wrong. The color wheel (pictured in Beyond the Sea) is a mix of 4 colors divided into 6 different sections in a 2 inch diameter circle. The idea is to use them together to make one color, but I like to use each color separately to make a complete eye look. If you do attempt to use it as one color,

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The Muse shares her first impressions of MAC DressCamp with Product Photos and Swatches of this sold out Collection!Laurie at Beauty's Spot gets an amazing massage and energy healing session from a San Francisco-based massage therapist and healer.Monique at beauty girl musings shares how to save your hair from everyday heat styling.Girl Gloss finds a great new lipstick from the new Sally Hansen

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Sally Hansen, a brand I've only tried for their hair removers, came out with a new makeup line inspired by Carmindy, the makeup artist on TLC's What Not To Wear. After hearing good things about the foundation, I decided to buy it along with the face primer (they were buy one get one 50% off at Ulta). The following is what I discovered.Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Your Skin Makeup: This is the

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Thanks to everyone who wished me well on my trip, I had a blast. I got to do a little shopping and see my new favorite musical Wicked! Anyways, this week there are some great online codes out for high-end makeup.If you are into Urban Decay or Hard Candy Cosmetics, they are having a 30% off friends and family sale going on right now until the 30th of April (2008) all you have to do is use the code

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Hi everyone! Just letting you know that I will be gone from this Friday until Monday, on a trip to Los Angeles. I will not be able to do a web tour or update this weekend, but stay tuned for next weeks. Hope everyone enjoys their weekend!

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The gorgeous Tink at Casual Lavish tagged me! So without further ado:Six Unimportant things/habits/quirks about myself:1. I sleep a lot, from about 12:30am-1:00pm (about 12 hours) every night. I know it probably isn't good for me, but I can't help it :(2. As much as I rave about finding places with good return policies, I've only returned/exchanged two pieces of makeup in my entire life.3. If I

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I was so excited when I finally tracked down Wet n Wild's Beauty Benefits line. I have heard about it before and wanted to try out some of their products. The products were more expensive than Wet n Wild usually is, products in this line ran about $5-$9 on average. The blushes I was looking at were around $7 each! They were pretty, but not $7 for Wet n Wild pretty. Maybe if it goes on sale...

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Looking for a good synthetic drugstore makeup brush? Look no further than Walgreens! The ecoTOOLS Bamboo brushes are all made with synthetic hairs, bamboo handles, and recycled aluminum can ferrules. Plus, they're super soft on the skin. Want to get the best deal on these? Go for the ecoTOOLS Bamboo 5 Piece Brush Set which includes a blush brush, an eye shading brush, an eyeliner brush, a

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Laurie at Beauty's Spot finally dishes on meeting Lauren Conrad at Fashion week and gives you the details on Mark. Cosmetics' makeup backstage!Want long, lush lashes? The Beauty of Life offers you the chance to win some with an amazingly lash-tastic contest, courtesy of Ardell Fashion Lashes!Monique at beauty girl musings shares her timesaving discovery that you are sure to love!Tink at

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I'm so excited to be featured on one of my favorite blogs, The Beauty of Life. Jamie is super sweet and put an interview with me on First Look Fridays. Check out the interview here! And please don't forget to keep reading The Beauty of Life, it is a great blog with tons of tips, first looks, and even a section called Wallet-Friendly Wednesdays (my favorite).

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Though I heard a lot about the following liquids used for beauty reasons, I never really gave them a try. Luckily I was able to pick glycerin and jojoba oil and try them out in my beauty routine.Glycerin: The hardest part about dealing with this liquid is finding it. I found mine at a Rite Aid, but I'm sure there are some available online or at select local drugstores*. It is usually found in the

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Recently I reviewed the book Eye Candy by Linda Mason and found this great Cleopatra Inspired eye. I decided to do my own take of the look, with different colors, different textures, and a little different lower lid. It is over the top, yes, but fun. Here is how to get my Linda Mason Cleopatra inspired eye.Start by applying a base all over the eye area, from lash line to browbone and a little

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I just discovered a cheap lipstick that I absolutely love. It is Wet n Wild's Wild Shine Lip Lacquer. The lipstick is moist and not drying at all like some cheaper lipsticks. They have a shine to them, though not glass-like like some lip glosses. The best part is the colors are gorgeous. You can see for yourself swatches of the 4 I have (sloppily applied) below. The colors don't go on too thick,

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One of my favorite people tagged me with this wonderful survey!Things I’m passionate about:Well, makeup is one thing I'm very passionate about, so much so that I want to write about it as a career. I'm in college with a major in journalism and I hope to write for a great fashion/beauty magazine someday! I am also passionate about finding super great deals, so much so that I can't pass up a really

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Lilan from The Daily Cookie contributes to The Beauty Ideal web magazine this month and gives you the skinny on lip plumpers!Find out why HoT Scent Boutique body scrub is now a top fave for Casual Lavish.A Mom in Red High Heels tries a cosmetic line that leaves her looking and feeling less than perfect. Find out which products she won't be trying again.Makeup2Beauty shares tips on how to wear

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If you are stuck in an eyeshadow rut or looking for inspiration, pick up this book. Eye Candy by Linda Mason came out recently and I rushed to go buy it. I'm super glad I did because this book is full of funky and fun eyeshadow designs. It even gives you step by step instructions on how to achieve those looks.My dislikes of the book are minimal. The step by step instructions, though easy to

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Of course I have hair all over my face, but this was the best pic I could get. I took millions and I'm about to break my camera, so this is whats going up. This is a FOTD using some of the stuff I bought on my outlet trip(Things I bought have a * next to them).Eyes:Anastasia Brow GelMaybelline Define a LashMAC Fluidline Royal Wink*Stila KittenShu Uemura P Yellow Green 415*Shu Uemura M Yellow 326*

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I'm finally posting the haul from the Gilroy Estee Lauder and Lancome Outlets! Check out the picture above while I go over what I got.The first stop was the Estee Lauder Cosmetic Company Outlet. There were many MAC items there like brush sets, fluidlines, lipglasses, lipsticks, and one or two pigments and an eyeshadow. There was tons of Estee Lauder, with some Clinique and Bobbi Brown (I almost

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I would like to thank everyone for participating! It really helped to get my blog out there. The winner of the contest is Jo from California! Thank you for linking me in four different places, I will be contacting you shortly. You may take your links down now if you wish, but I would love if you kept them up. Thanks again everyone!

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I'm leaving for Monterey tonight so I am posting the Web Tour a bit early, enjoy!Lilan from The Daily Cookie has found a new love in MAC Heatherette!Mischo Beauty shares her best tips on how to prepare for a bikini wax and what to expect!Jennifer and Christine from Beauty in Real Life are having a giveaway! Click here to take you there!May is declared National toss your makeup month. What is

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I love/hate it when products are discontinued. I love it because they are offered at ridiculously cheap prices, but I hate it because the product will be gone forever. I especially hate that Urban Decay Lip Gunk is on its way out, but for those of you who want to try it, they have two types up for only $6! Almost all of Urban Decay''s discontinued items are 50% off right now, while supplies last,

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Sorry todays post is a boring one, but it must be done!1. If you leave me a comment, I will do my best to get back to you. I usually respond to everyone who comments, either in the post they commented on (usually below theirs) or back on your blog if you have one. If you do not have one, look back on the post where you commented, a reply will usually be there. I try to get to every comment, but

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There is a way to get high-end makeup on sale without waiting for internet codes or sales. You can go to an outlet store specifically for makeup! There are two that come to mind instantly, the Estee Lauder Cosmetics Company outlet (also known as a CCO) and the Lancome Designer Fragrances and Cosmetics Co. outlet. Each carry different brands, for example at the Estee Lauder outlet you may find MAC

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I'd like to also remind readers that I have a contest going on where you can win a lot of great makeup. See details in this post.The Daily Cookie reviews Elizabeth Arden Intervene Cream.A Mom in Red High Heels and other beauty bloggers are in the news.Talking Makeup looks at a new mini flat iron.Fifty-Cent Head takes a look at the new Chanel Summer collection.Casual Lavish (aka Pampered and

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In this tutorial I will show you how to get a light, fresh spring pink eye, perfect when you want some color but do not want to overdo it. You will need the i-sparkle quad in Starlight and any base, mascara, and eyeliner of your choice.First, apply your eyeshadow base from your lash line to your brow bone, and on your lower lid. Apply highlight color (the light pink in the background of the quad)

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Wet n Wild has some new limited edition eyeshadows out! They are called i-sparkle shadows, and as you can see above they are quads with flower shapes on them. I love Wet n Wild shadows, so I naturally love these. The only drawback to the shadow quads would be the fact that the shadows are touching, which can make them look muddy if you run a brush directly across. The colors are gorgeous and

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I finally got around to trying the Kimora Lee Simmons makeup, also known as KLS, and let me tell you, there is a reason this line is being clearanced. The colors for the shadows were pretty, yet sheer. It tried to make them more pigmented by putting them over a base, which kind of worked. Alone though, they're kind of dull looking as you can see from the swatch picture (no base, no flash).The

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I hauled this weekend, but this time I hauled discontinued makeup from TJMaxx, Marshalls and Nordstrom Rack. I love those places, it can be a great way to get makeup, but always check the packaging to make sure nothings broken (I had to exchange a shattered blush) and no one swiped anything with their fingers, because usually there is a lot of that. Also, be sure you like the product, because if

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The Daily Cookie gives her take on MAC Beauty Powder Blushes and shares a FOTD.A Mom in Red High Heels shares a MAC look straight from LA Fashion Week.Talking Makeup dishes about the new Smashbox for the Pussycat Dolls Collection.Fifty-Cent Head introduces us to the PowderPuff Squad.Pampered and Primped Up shares pictures of the new OPI Summer Collection.The Beauty of Life gives us a heads up on

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The Loreal HIP Shine Struck Liquid Lip Color is really a great lip color, less of a gloss in my opinion. It has some shine, but it is not at all like other glass like glosses. The colors are very pigmented and there is a wide range of them. This product comes in nudes, browns, reds, pinks, with a wine or coral/orange color thrown in there, so I wasn't bored at all. It is kind of thick and lasts

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You may be wondering what the point of a facial spray is. Though it is mainly used to cool people down during hot days (summers coming up) it can also be used for makeup related reasons. Facial spray helps set the makeup and give you a 'glow'. It works especially well with dry, powder makeup. Though there are pricey sprays out there, I chose to try Aquafina Advanced Hydration Hydrating Facial

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I am looking for a way to get the word out about Budget Beauty Love, so I have started a contest to get the ball rolling. All you have to do is get the link to this blog out there. Add it to your signature, link to your site (I'll be happy to link back of course), post about the blog somewhere, ect. Then, email me links to the places you promoted, and if you have the highest number of places, you

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A Mom in Red High Heels shows you how to get the perfect blow dry at home.The Daily Cookie has the battle of the toners, drugstore vs. high-end.Talking Makeup takes a look at MAC Beauty Powder Blush.At Beauty Interviews you can check out an interview with Heidi Klum.Fifty-Cent Head has some great MAC Lipglass swatch comparisons for 'Cult Fave' from the Fafi collection.The Beauty of Life shows

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I got Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick in Wild Thing and Scream recently, and I already had it in Birthday Suit. The reason I bought these is because Rimmel is repackaging their line of lipstick and these were on clearance, so I couldn't resist. These lipsticks go on smooth and creamy, not at all dry. The consistency is sheer on Birthday Suit and Wild Thing, but able to be built up for more

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This face of the day is inspired by my lovely Green Spotted Puffer fish. Even though he's not looking at the camera, I find him adorable!Eyes:HIP Cream Shadow Paint in SecretiveNYX Single Shadow in Vanilla SkyHIP Bright Shadow Duo in RiotousLoreal Voluminous Carbon Black MascaraRevlon ColorStay Eyeliner in BlackN.Y.C. Browser in BrunetteLips:Victoria Secret Beauty Rush in Slice of HeavenFace:MAC

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When I decided to buy Loreal Voluminous Carbon Black, it was because of all the rave reviews I had heard about it. It is many people's favorite mascara. I however, was not too impressed. There are some good things about the mascara. The best part is that it goes on soft and doesn't end up crunchy or flaky (unless you rub your eyes). It holds a curl ok. The bad part about it is that with the

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I love weekends, because every Sunday you get new ads for drugstore cosmetics. And Saturdays are great days to catch the deals you found the previous Sunday. Here is my super deal filled weekend haul.On Saturday I picked up 2 HIP shadows for $6.99.Later that day I picked up 2 more for $6.99.On Sunday I got 2 HIP Liquid Lip Colors for $11.49,a Loreal Voluminous mascara with free HIP shadow for

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Whats going on in other beauty blogs this week? Well....A Mom in Red High Heels is having a giveaway for Aveeno Positively Ageless Lifting and Firming.The Daily Cookie is reviewing Cover Girl Lash Blast.Talking Makeup talks about the new Beauty Rush treats at Victoria's Secret.Beauty Interviews features the glamorous Melania Trump.Fifty-Cent Head takes a look at Benefit's Erase Paste.The Beauty

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Total Beauty is giving away a skin consultation with Dr. Murad! All you have to do to enter is be the first person to review a product on Total Beauty. You can review more than one product and as long as you are the first person to review, you will get more entries. Entries are automatic when you are the first to review, you do not need to do anything else.Here are the prizes:GRAND PRIZE (two

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Bright colors are in this spring, so I decided to do a bright neon eye using Pop Beauty Lid Neon Palette. While I know it is not a drugstore find, it is a great deal at $22 for the six colors it comes with.First, I used a flesh colored base. I patted the yellow shadow on to my inner eye and above the crease. Then on the outer half of my eye, I patted on the light blue shadow. I then took the

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When I picked up Maybelline Volume Seduction XL Lip Plumper in Seductively Nude it was because I had a coupon and the product was already on sale. I am glad I did get it though. I love the design of the lip gloss. Though you have to click the base quite a few times to get the gloss going, it is not as much as other click glosses. I like how the tip is not the spongy foam-like stuff on most click

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Applying lipstick is one of the most overlooked skills in putting on makeup, most people just grab a tube, put it on and go. While that is ok for touch ups, applying lipstick takes more time.Choose a lipstick. You can go with whatever works with the rest of your makeup or you can choose something fun and new and work around that color. Remember that if you want your lips to look bigger, go for

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-32188132566934354962008-02-20T14:40:00.000-08:002008-02-20T14:50:50.005-08:00

Total Beauty is giving away a trip to NYC for three plus a thousand dollars in beauty products! All you have to do is sign up on TotalBeauty.com and write three reviews and you are automatically entered! For every three reviews you write you get one entry, so if you write six you get two entries, for nine reviews you get three entries, etcetera. Get more info here. This is a great opportunity to

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-66443209224599266012008-02-19T16:41:00.000-08:002008-02-19T17:00:08.244-08:00

When I post an eyeshadow tutorial, I use terms that are not in the everyday vocabulary. Though I try to be as specific as possible when describing where colors go, it helps to have this diagram. This picture shows where certain parts of the eye are located (when it comes to applying makeup). You can see here all the terms I use, such as lower lid, above the crease and outer V. I hope you find

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-76778304052462930332008-02-18T16:10:00.000-08:002008-02-18T16:31:13.534-08:00

Though all colors on the lids are hot for spring, purple or violet shades seem to be the hottest. Here is my take on the trend.First, apply a base all over your lid and slightly under your eye. Get a pale pastel shimmer purple and apply it from the lash line up to the brow. I used Bon Bons (the cheap kind you get for $.99) loose shadow in Purple.Use a bright purple (Milani Single Shadow in Shock)

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-3013970994828222008-02-16T16:23:00.000-08:002008-02-16T16:47:15.885-08:00

The E.L.F. Duo Eye Shadow Creams are not my favorite item that I recently purchased. I bought all six of these duos for a dollar each, and I'm glad it only cost that much. These shadows were smaller than I expected, about 5 grams of cream in each duo, but I've paid more money for less product. As long as they worked well, I didn't care. Unfortunately, they did not work as well as the package says

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-43804448746667752362008-02-15T15:56:00.000-08:002008-02-16T16:47:37.503-08:00

I just got an order I placed on the E.L.F. website, and boy am I excited! Along with a few brushes, I got these!They are E.L.F.'s Candy Shop Lip Glosses ($1) and E.L.F.'s new Duo Eye Shadow Creams ($1). I was most excited about the lip glosses, so I tried those first. The packaging is super cute, and you get a lot of product for only $1. Though they all smelled like the flavor on their package,

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-5826783677221301492008-02-14T16:25:00.000-08:002008-02-14T16:34:03.071-08:00

Happy Valentines Day everyone! I hope it ends up a good one! My Valentines Day is going great because I am now a part of Total Beauty. Check me out on Blogs We Love, along with several other great blogs. While your there, review a few products or pick up some great beauty tips. You won't regret it! Check out the link above or button on the left of the page.

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Everybody loves the color red on Valentines Day, so I thought for this FOTD, go red. This looks emphasis is on the lips. Red lips can be overpowering, but if you keep the rest of the face simple, it can be pulled off.For the eyes I used a neutral tones, like in my Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips eyeshadow in Brown Eyes. I used the lightest champagne color for all over the lid, and a mid-tone

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-256878719393970332008-02-12T21:02:00.000-08:002008-02-12T21:18:55.904-08:00

With this look, I kept it a little more sultry. I focused on the eyes more and gave them a smokey look.To get that look, I put a base all over the eye, up to the brow bone. I put a nude colored shimmer (NYX Pearl Mania in Nude Pearl) all over the eye. On the lid to above the crease is a taupe color (NYX Root Beer). I used taupe to keep the eye softer than with a harsh gray. A matte black (NYX

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Valentines Day is coming up, and for some it is a chance to go out and have fun, whether on a date of out with friends. One of the biggest questions I asked myself when planning for this special day was 'How am I going to do my makeup?' Well, I decided to try out three different looks throughout this week to decide the answer. My first look focuses on the color pink and is fresh, innocent, and

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-87306245807609811592008-02-09T09:37:00.000-08:002008-02-09T09:41:08.827-08:00

It seems these days drugstore cosmetics are joining the higher end cosmetics companies in coming out with mineral makeup and limited edition collections. What’s new?Wet n Wild has a new line out called Beauty Benefits which contains marine minerals and lotus extract. These products are said to be beneficial to the skin, but who can tell until you actually try it. The products sound fun though,

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Before we get to the brushes there will be a quick detour through eyelashes and glitter. Here are some fun eyelashes that I haven't used, some regular ones I have used and glitter, mostly Tony and Tina.Now for brushes. We have here my less expensive brushes, my E.L.F., a few Ulta and my Sonia Kashuk brushes (the set in pink).Here are my other brush sets, with my Lancome brushes, Too Faced Teddy

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-48147190606210564142008-02-07T21:30:00.000-08:002008-02-08T17:17:27.924-08:00

And I will continue on with the lips portion. Unfortunately, my camera decided to be evil, and a few picture are blurry. The colors are still visible though.First I have the boring yet very important lip liners. They are mostly Wet n Wild and MAC, a few others.Next are lip balms, again, boring, but it gets better.Lip plumper, both high and low end. To tell you the truth, half of them don't plump,

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Continuing with pictures of my stash, I've moved on to the eye group.First up we have mascaras, lash glitters, shadow transformers, and brow kits. Surprisingly, only two of the mascaras have been opened.Next we have bases, MAC Paints and Shadesticks, UDPP, Wet n Wild Cream Shadows, and Loreal bases.Here are all my liners, high and low end, from cream to glitter.My NYX shadow, trio, pearl, and

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-37441827044815616972008-02-05T21:22:00.000-08:002008-02-05T21:36:25.613-08:00

I'm about to embark on a crazy, confusing, and frustrating adventure. I'm going to update and organize my makeup stash. On the way, I thought I would share some pictures. Here is Part 1, all face products.First up we have all my foundation, powder, mineral makeup, primers, and foundation mix ins.Next we have my MAC Mineralized Skinfinishes, Pearlizers, and Cream Color Bases.We now have my Nars

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-38848319311451778642008-02-04T17:37:00.000-08:002008-02-04T18:07:08.881-08:00

Colorful eyes are hot for spring this year. Though it may seem intimidating, there is actually a very simple way to do a basic two-color eye. Pick out two complimentary colors and a highlight, I used a green and a blue, plus a champagne color. Usually the darker color will be on the outer third.First, apply a good base all over the eye area up to the brow and including the lower lid under your

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-52521258886649884642008-02-03T12:08:00.000-08:002008-02-03T12:40:37.105-08:00

The best way to buy makeup is on sale in my opinion. How to keep up with sales? Join a website's e-mail newsletter. Usually, you will be the first to know about sales, free shipping codes, and clearances that are going on. For example, I sign up for the Victoria's Secret e-newsletter and received a coupon a free lip gloss with any purchase. I am on the e-mail list for Sephora and I found out that

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-31412201132220543492008-02-02T18:13:00.000-08:002008-02-04T18:16:03.147-08:00

I got a chance to go to the Ulta Friends and Family Sale last night from 9pm-10pm. I got an Urban Decay Primer Potion, two Stila Shadows in Barefoot Contessa and Golightly, two Stila Shadow Pots, a Stila Convertible Color in Petunia, and a L.A.M.B. Perfume all at 40% off! The Neutrogena Wave Refills were at 25% off! If you have a chance to go to this sale tonight (the last day) at 9p.m.-10p.m,

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-58353349656323563422008-02-01T17:29:00.000-08:002008-02-01T17:30:40.816-08:00

I know, I know, another review. On the plus side, these are brand new products that just came out. There are very few reviews on them.Rimmel Underground Lip Bloomer in Killer Kiss ($6.99, Longs Drugs)This is a double sided lip product, with one side being a lip stain and the other being a lip plumper. The lip plumper side had a great consistency, really thick and glossy. The plumper gloss made my

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-37783696226614512642008-01-31T15:00:00.000-08:002008-01-31T15:07:21.526-08:00

Want to haul some drugstore makeup? Well, for today only (1/31/08), Walgreen's has a coupon for $5 off any purchase of $20 or more. It excludes alcohol, tobacco, prescriptions, and pre-paid cards (like gift cards), but it doesn't exclude makeup, sale makeup, or clearance makeup! If you have a Walgreen's in your area, check it out. You can get the coupon here.

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-56150631518067700902008-01-31T13:31:00.000-08:002008-01-31T22:11:33.732-08:00

The New York Times published an article today about beauty bloggers. Normally, that would be great news. Beauty blogging is a fast up and coming way for people to get their beauty info, and it needs to be recognized. Today though, it was recognized in a not so positive light. The article claimed that beauty bloggers focus on blogging not for the love of beauty, but for the free stuff or 'swag' as

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-82527394828494184072008-01-30T15:18:00.000-08:002008-01-30T15:59:48.200-08:00

If you picked up this months Allure, you are well aware that glitter is making a big comeback. If you are looking for a fun, inexpensive way to try glittering up your makeup, try the NYX Glitter Cream Pallet. It comes in four different sets of five glitters, which is enough for many different looks. I used the set called Surreal to obtain these three looks.The first look I did was inspired by the

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-45433001068580946562008-01-29T13:01:00.000-08:002008-01-29T14:26:38.368-08:00

In this tutorial I am going to show you how I turn this bunch of itemsinto this simple smokey eye.The first thing you do is apply a base to your eye. Dot on base with the doe-foot applicator, then blend in with your fingers. Apply the lightest shade, in this case a pearly white, all over the eye area, up to the brow bone with eyeshadow brush.Next, apply a medium gray shadow on the lid. Pat on to

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-72646617548182955572008-01-27T13:39:00.000-08:002008-02-02T09:27:33.989-08:00

I remember looking for a good drugstore foundation for a long time. All the mainstream lines I looked at never seemed to have the right color for me. Even on the higher end, I was sorely disappointed when trying to buy Dior Airflash, which only came as dark as Medium Beige (on Nordstrom.com). I am a deeper skinned Filipina, an NC42 in MAC and I am sick of searching for drugstore foundations to

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-84149093498829500042008-01-26T16:43:00.000-08:002008-01-26T16:44:00.825-08:00

I think I mentioned tightlining on this blog before, but I never went in depth on what it is or how to do it. Tightlining is a way of applying eyeliner to the lash line. Eyeliner is pushed between the lashes to give the lash line a more dense look. It is more subtle that applying liner to the lid and looks fabulous. You can tightline using cream or gel liner, pencil, or liquid. I am going to show

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-62578361192451526672008-01-25T17:02:00.000-08:002008-01-25T21:48:52.902-08:00

I never really got around to posting anything about myself. While I'm sure I will go into an in depth about me someday, here is a short little beauty quiz I found online. It might give you some insight into...well, me. Feel free to fill it out and comment back!What five beauty products could you not live without?Translucent power, mascara, lip gloss, tweezers, and cleanser.What’s the worst beauty

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-86622246640497047852008-01-24T18:58:00.001-08:002008-01-25T12:19:04.887-08:00

Here is my FOTD using mostly drugstore products.Face:MAC Prep and Prime FaceRevlon Custom Creations Foundation Medium/Deep (#3)MAC Sculpt and Shape Powder Accentuate/SculptN.Y.C. Smooth Skin Loose Face Powder TranslucentCheeks:NARS LusterEyes:N.Y.C. Browser BrunetteUrban Decay Primer PotionNYX Ultra Pearl Mania Yellow Gold PearlNYX Single Shadow YellowNYX Single Shadow Africa

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-85924835728269208472008-01-23T17:37:00.000-08:002008-01-23T18:14:51.036-08:00

A great base is always the start of the perfect full face of makeup. Foundation is the key to getting a great base. So, learning to apply foundation? Pretty important. There are many ways to apply it, using sponges or skunk brushes, and a foundation brush. Though I love those first two ways, a foundation brush is easier and cheaper to get than a Beauty Blender Sponge or a MAC 187. So without

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-91007070177261759342008-01-22T17:35:00.000-08:002008-01-22T18:59:22.280-08:00

It is raining outside and I am wishing for spring already. As a quick pick me up I broke out my new favorite pink blush, Revlon A Floral Affair in Pinking of You. All four Floral Affair blushes are great. The hinged clear packaging is nice and the raised design on the powder makes these look higher end. They are a bit pricey at $11. 49 (at Walgreens) but you can get them on sale.Powder blush is

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-51013851291175451162008-01-21T07:39:00.000-08:002008-01-22T19:02:14.810-08:00

The new Loreal Limited Edition Showstopping Taupes Quad is a great way to practice applying eye shadow. The colors are pretty and have shimmer, plus are easy to blend and match. Here is how I use this quad to get the perfect subtle taupe eye.First, take the top left shadow, a shimmery beige, and pat on and blend all over the eye from lashline to brows, into the inner corner and a little under the

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-84740537713681947902008-01-18T13:25:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:42:32.511-08:00

I'm curious as to what you would like to see on Budget Beauty Love. Lately I have been posting reviews, but that can get repetitive. (If you like the reviews and want more, please let me know!) So, what would YOU like more of on the site? Please comment on this post.Ideas to get you started:* Face-of-the-Days* Get the Look (tutorials, how to's etc.)* Win It (contests, prizes)* Try This (ways to

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-54312202141075181672008-01-17T13:01:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:40:30.123-08:00

There is nothing I love more than when makeup goes on sale! This sale happens to be at the Stila Cosmetics Website. Tons of products are 50% off, making them an excellent deal! Plus, if you spend over $50 you get free shipping (code: STILALOVER) and if you spend over $75, you get free shipping and a free eyeshadow palette (code: BELLE). My recommendation? This Stila Stars Set which has 3 full

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-90670272618465117952008-01-16T15:09:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:40:56.884-08:00

Revlon Custom Creations Foundation seems a little gimmicky at first glance, but the concept of this foundation is really quite smart. The bottle is dual-chambered with one side being lighter foundation and the other side darker. Depending where you click the pump to, different amounts of foundation will come out of each side and mix creating the 'perfect shade'. This can be useful for things,

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Maybelline Wet Shine Diamonds Liquid might be going out of stock, but I just discovered this range of lip glosses. I happened to be browsing a Walgreens where they are on clearance for $3.29, plus, this week they are having buy one get one on Maybelline products (at Walgreens). I got four glosses for under $7! These glosses are great for the price. They are not sticky in any way, but still have

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-82435246856983368562008-01-14T15:27:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:41:46.134-08:00

This product, Rimmel Volume Booster Primer, caught my attention not because it is 'volume boosting', but because it is a primer. If there is something drugstore makeup lines lack, it would be primers. This primer is a step in the right direction. The white balm-like stick located in a pink lipstick tube goes on clear with a hint of iridescence. Though it smells like dough which is unpleasant, it

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-28253492772318573402008-01-04T17:14:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:42:54.663-08:00

For those of you lucky enough to have a Lush store near you, try shopping the amazing Lush Clean Slate sale. All bubble bars, bath bombs, soaps, and in some stores wrapped holiday gifts made before December 2007 are buy 1 get 2 free! Anything else made before December 2007 (excluding Charity Pot, Its a Wrap and all tins) is buy 1 get 1 free! I would recommend trying my favorite holiday products,

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-78910709477120469932008-01-03T19:09:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:43:07.102-08:00

I love my Urban Decay Primer Potion, but I wanted to get something comparable for cheaper. I got Loreal De-Crease Eye Shadow Base for All Skin Tones the other day and I have to say, I'm not impressed. Tested next to my Primer Potion on my arm, it paled in comparison. Colors appeared more vivid when used over primer potion instead of De-Crease. When wiped of, the shadows over the Primer Potion

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-55329306495510609962008-01-02T16:19:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:43:31.570-08:00

I picked up the Neutrogena Wave Power Cleanser with Deep Clean Foaming Pads when the Clarisonic was sold out everywhere, and well, didn't want to pay $195. This device is a cute, hand held vibrating face washer that uses disposable foaming pads with the face wash already in it. All you do is pick up one of the pads (the kit comes with 14), press it to the flat, velcro-like circle on the device,

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-35240598247905596762008-01-01T21:12:00.000-08:002008-01-01T21:21:15.081-08:00

It has been a busy holiday over here, I'm sorry I didn't get around to updating this past week. This coming week though, be prepared for reviews, suggestions and all around budget beauty loveliness! I have a cruise vacation coming up from January 7th-11th and there will be no updates at that time. Be prepared for a lot more reviews and when I get back!Thanks,Kathryn

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-22699785467358757382007-12-21T15:00:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:51:10.743-08:00

Are you last minute gift shopping? Here are just the last few of my picks for gifts under $20.L'Occitane is known for their luxurious products. The L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream is super moisturizing for dry winter skin, so it is perfect for everyone on your list. Plus the 1oz. is just $10!Got a royal makeup lover on your list? Give them the Sephora Marie-Antoinette Palette ($10). With five

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-57134316184076168982007-12-19T18:00:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:51:10.744-08:00

More of the 12 stocking stuffers and gifts under $20:A stocking stuffer every makeup user will appreciate is the Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer To Go ($15.50). This is the perfect primer and mattifier for that flawless finish.Got a wild-child on your list that loves fun makeup? Try Hard Candy Glitter Lash Freak Mascara ($14.50). It gives some sparkle during the holidays or in the

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-13620021145022263892007-12-17T14:07:00.000-08:002008-01-21T12:51:10.744-08:00

Are you loking for some great stocking stuffers this holiday season, but don't want to spend a fortune? With all the people you know, gifts can add up. Here are a few of my favorite stocking stuffers and gifts for under $20, split up in three parts. This is part one.The first item I find great for a stocking is the Bare Escentuals Mineral Veil ($18). Mineral makeup is so hot right now, this

Kathrynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10599744854905561035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5506796813111696491.post-23861359754500902652007-12-13T17:05:00.001-08:002008-01-21T12:45:05.147-08:00

I decided a little while ago that I did not like NYX Eyeshadow Trios. That did not, however turn me off to the entire line. I had an NYX Mosaic Powder that I did like, so I figured, heck, lets try some blushes. I picked up NYX Cosmetics Rouge Cream Blush in a few colors (it was buy one get one where I buy my NYX). I loved it! It was easy to apply, just dot on and blend, blend, blend. It gave my

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Here is the last product in my Top 5 Finds of the Year. Though I said these items were in no particular order, this one happens to be my favorite item. Enjoy!I find myself to be obssesed with my eyebrows lately. I never use to even pluck them, now I'm all over grooming them and filling them in. What I use for my brows happens to be the one product I would pick to have with me if I was stranded

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I have always been afraid of using liquid eyeliner, but love the look it gives. Lucky for me, this year two forms of liquid liner alternatives made their way into my life. The first liner option (and my preferred choice of lining) is gel liner. Loreal HIP makes an excellent one called Color Truth Cream Eyeliner in Black ($11.99). Use this with a thin angled brush and your good to go. It glides

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I discovered the joys of setting my liquid foundation this year. I never did before, and while a primer worked well to keep the foundation on, setting has really done the trick to keep my foundation perfect. My favorite setting powder so far has to be N.Y.C. New York Color Smooth Skin Loose Face Powder in Translucent. The powder went on smooth and not heavy. The color of the powder blended right

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One thing I was told was to never buy foundation at drugstores. I was told they were not on par with higher-end foundations. While I am not sure about other foundations, I am pleased with the highly recommended Revlon ColorStay Liquid Foundation with SoftFlex for Combination/Oily Skin. It is a medium coverage foundation with SPF 6. I loved the coverage of the foundation and the fact that it

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I am counting down my top five inexpensive makeup finds of the year. These products, in no particular order, have changed the way I think about lower priced makeup. I hope that you will give these products a try sometime. Lets begin!I never really liked drugstore eyeshadow. I found them to be not pigmented at all and not last the whole day. My world was flipped upside down when I discovered my

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The new Max Factor Vivid Impact Highlighting Mascara came out recently. It is a double ended mascara, with one base color that goes all over the lashes and one highlight color that is supposed to be applied on the tips of your lashes. It came in the colors Blazing Black (black base with red highlights), Moonlit Black (black with silver), Karat Brown (brown with gold), Burning Bordeaux (brown with

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I know, I know, this Revlon product has been out for a year, but I never got around to checking it out. The Revlon Just Bitten Lip Stain in Cherry Tart was a little pricey for drugstore makeup. It goes for about $12.79 at Walgreens. The only reason I bought it was because Walgreens in having buy one get one on all Revlon products this week and there was a foundation I wanted as well (review

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I recently had the pleasure of receiving the book How to Be a Budget Fashionista by Kathryn Finney. I loved the entire book and learned many new things to keep me on track when it comes to my budget. Whether it be for clothes or beauty products, the first section taught me the basics of budgeting (which I sorely needed). After the first section, there were more specific chapters on how to find

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Hey everyone, sorry for the lack of updates lately, it has been the start of the holidays, and you know how hectic that can be. I did find a cool product that would be great if you want to add a little shimmer to this winter season. It is called Wet n Wild Shimmering Nights Sheer Illuminating Powder. It is a large (about 5 inches in diameter) compact full of shimmery powder. The color I picked

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I recently picked up the Ulta Glitter Eyeliner Pencil in the four available colors: Black, Gold, Silver and Teal. The last glitter eyeliner pencil I tried did not work out well. It tugged on my lid and did not show up on me at all. I did not try these new pencils with very high expectations. I was pleasantly surprised. The pencil I tried first (in Black) did not tug and went on smoothly. The

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Say you want a little something for yourself, but you do not have much to spend. Maybe you want just a quick pick my up, or to try something new. Instead of heading to the drugstore, try a few high-end items that cost under $10. One way to do this is to pick up travel sizes of some more expensive products. For example $8 will get you a Stila Mini Lip Glaze! If you are in the mood to try a lotion

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I recently tried NYX Trio Eyeshadow in TS13 which was a combination of the colors Cherry, Cool Blue, and Hot Pink (seen at left). The colors in this palette looked so fun, I had to try it out. Plus, I had heard so many great things about NYX shadows. I really hoped the shadows would be vivid and easy to apply. They were not, unfortunately. The first color I tried, Cool Blue went on powdery and

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Yesterday, during a buy one get one Maybelline sale at my local drugstore, I picked up Maybelline Superstay Lip Color and Gloss in the limited edition colors of Scarlet Spectacle and Bordeaux Brilliance. The first was a deep red color and the second was a dark berry. The first thing I noticed about the gloss was that the name of the color was not printed on the tube. That was a negative for me.

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Get the look of glamorous red lips this season. Start by gently buffing off the dead skin on your lips with a damp washcloth. Apply your favorite lip balm, like Sephora Brand Lip Butter ($2) and let it sink in. This will give you a great lip base to work with. If you would like to redraw your lip line in any dramatic way, cover lips and lip line with concealer. I redrew my lips slightly,

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Get this mod inspired look with a few basic steps and some great drugstore buys. First, curl your eyelashes. I used Revlon Eyelash Curler ($3.99). Then line top lid thickly with a liquid or gel liner, like Loreal Hip Color Truth Eyeliner in Black ($11.99). Wing out the ends for a cat-eye. Line lower waterline with white eyeliner. I used Rimmel Soft Kohl Kajal Eye Pencil in Pure White ($2.99). Get

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Today I took a trip to my local Sally Beauty Supply. I was looking for a lighted cosmetic mirror, but I found a lot more. The store had many things that were surprisingly inexpensive. For example, they had boar hair brushes for only $9.99, Bigen Hair Dye for $5.99, manicure and pedicure products like Orly Nail Polish for $4.99, and Ardell false eyelashes for $3.49. My favorite items carried there

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