Beauty Talk: Contouring 101

Happy Monday!

I just wanted to quickly share this Contouring 101 pin I found on Pinterest -- this is really gonna come in handy for us girls! ;)

CONTOURING 101:

I finally got a bronzer, so I am excited to use that! ;)

I hope you guys found this helpful!

I wish you all a wonderful week ahead!

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Beauty Talk: 10 Makeup Must-Haves

Happy Weekend!

Let's take a break from our fashion talks (more outfit photos to come next week, though!) and let's divert our attention to beauty... I was browsing through Pinterest and I found this ever-so-handy Pin:

10 MAKEUP MUST-HAVES

Travel Essentials To Stay Beautiful On-The-Go

1. BB Cream

2. Concealer

3. Cream Eyeshadow

4. HD Powder

5. Blush/Bronzer Duo

6. Eyeshadow Palette

7. Gel Eyeliner

8. Mascara

9. Lipgloss

10. Bold Lipstick

I have 6 out of these 10 items, so I am more than halfway there, yay!

I just need to get the following: Cream Eyeshadow, HD Powder, Blush/Bronzer Duo, and Gel Eyeliner. ;)

Do you guys have any recommendations?

Do you agree with this must-have list? What's on your own list?

I hope you all have a happy first weekend of August!!! :D

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Want: Nars in Orgasm

Happy Saturday!

A non-streaky, just-off-the-slopes flush that’s impossible to overdo. ($29)

***from www.instyle.com***

Everyone and their mother (that phrase always makes me laugh, haha!) has been raving about this particular shade of blush from Nars... and I wanna jump in the bandwagon!

This is definitely at the top of my to-buy list! ;)

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Influenster: Sunkissed VoxBox

Happy Tuesday!

Guess what? I received my second VoxBox from Influenster, woot woot! :D

VoxBoxes are exciting to receive because we get to try a wide variety of products we wouldn't normally buy otherwise.

The contents of Influenster's Sunkissed VoxBox are: 

- Dr. Scholl's® For Her High Heel Insoles

- Goody Ouchless Ribbon Elastics

- Olay Fresh Effects {BB Cream!} Skin Perfecting Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 15

- SinfulShine™ with Gel Tech™ Nail Polish

"Palm trees, ocean air, sunkissed hair: the endless summer, take me there." --Unknown

Dr. Scholl's® For Her High Heel Insoles ($10.99) -

Dr. Scholl's® For Her High Heel Insoles are clinically proven to help prevent foot pain caused by wearing high heels 2'' or higher. They offer immediate, long-lasting comfort, and an ultra-soft gel arch to shift pressure off the ball of your foot. They're proven to improve the way you feel in heels!

These gel insoles are really amazing!

I am not a pro at wearing heels, but with these on, I can manage.

I don't think I can ever wear heels without these insoles --  for every high heels I will buy, I will most definitely get Dr. Scholl's® For Her High Heel Insoles.

They work, but of course, they do not completely eliminate any kind pain that comes with wearing heels.

Over all though, this is a great pair of high heel insoles! :)

Goody Ouchless Ribbon Elastics ($3.99-$4.99) -

The embodiment of fashion and comfort from America's #1 elastics brand, the new Ouchless Ribbon Elastics are the pretty solution to hot summer hair days.

I really love these Ouchless hair ties!

My hair doesn't get caught up in it, it doesn't smell too strongly of elastic, and they don't leave any unwelcome ponytail hair bumps. They last long -- I still have some of the very first Ouchless hair ties I've ever owned. Plus, they are cute -- it's like having some sort of ribbon in your hair to liven up your normal ponytail. :)

Olay Fresh Effects {BB Cream!} Skin Perfecting Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 15 ($12.99) -

24-hour hydration and a splash of sheer color. This all-in-one skin perfecter, sunscreen, and tinted moisturizer evens tone and refreshes dullness, for flawless looking skin (available in two shades: fair/light and light/medium).

Out of all the products in the VoxBox, this has got to be my absolute favorite!

I've tried two other BB Cream brands before this, and by far, this is the best!

It's very light, not sticky or greasy, it smells amazing, and it has SPF 15!

It evens out my skin tone and brightens up my face... it's definitely my new go-to BB Cream.

The shade I received is fair/light and so far, it works well.

The shade is just right for me, but I also want to get it in light/medium just to see which one fits my skin tone better.

I absolutely love this BB Cream and there's nothing negative I can say about it... except maybe that I hope they come up with a wider range of shades to choose from -- that would be even more awesome, right?! ;)

Oh, by the way, I am planning on doing a BB Cream comparison post for you guys, so please stay tuned for that! :)

SinfulShine™ with Gel Tech™ Nail Polish ($2.99) -

SinfulShine™ with Gel Tech™ technology provides opulent rich color and superb shine.

The 32 trend right shades are available for a limited time exclusively at Walgreens.

Who doesn't like getting a new nail polish shade to try, right?! ;)

I was super excited when I saw this color -- I normally go for reds, pinks, and purples when it comes to nail polishes, so it was great that I got this one.

It's a nice color that is perfect for both Summer and Fall.

It goes on smoothly and it dries fast. 

The colors are definitely opulent, but I'm not too sure about the superb shine.

To me, it has about the same shine as a regular nail polish... but other than that, there's really nothing negative in particular with regards to this nail polish. It's only $2.99, we can't go wrong with that. :)

The shade I received is called Blue Suede Shoes.

There are 32 shades to choose from:

Head on over to Walgreens to get the color that caught your eye -- these are available for a limited time only!

Now that we've gone through the contents of my Sunkissed VoxBox from Influenster, tell me...

What do you think of these 4 products?

Have you tried any of them? Thoughts? Opinions?

***Disclosure: I received these products complimentary for testing purposes from Influenster. All opinions are entirely my own.***

I hope you are all having a lovely week! :D

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SkinCareRx: NUXE Gentle Exfoliating Gel + Freebies

Happy Friday!

So sorry I haven't written a post in a week! :/

These past few days have been extremely busy... but of course, I don't think I can ever fully bring myself to completely forget about you guys and my blog -- life may be super busy with school and hopefully work soon (*Fingers crossed!!!*), but Mimi isn't going anywhere! :)

For today, I just wanted to write my long-overdue review of this amazing exfoliating gel I got from SkinCareRx:

I will never get tired of receiving packages, haha! ;)

SkinCareRx and Apothica always package their shipments really well, so you don't have to worry about your order arriving all broken or something like that. Plus, their shipping is extremely fast!

The contents of my package:

- NUXE Gentle Exfoliating Gel

- CLEAROGEN Acne Lotion

 - REJUVE MD Eye Moisturizer

NUXE Gentle Exfoliating Gel:

NUXE Gentle Exfoliating Gel is a skin smoothing gel with Rose Petals that gently resurfaces and refines the skin.

It removes dulling dead skin cells and leaves the skin at its most radiant.

Price: $26

This exfoliating gel has a rose petal scent -- I don't usually like rose scents, but this one smells good... it's not overpowering or overwhelming.

You are only supposed to use an exfoliating cleanser 2 to 3 times a week, so I make sure I follow that.

This exfoliating gel makes my skin feel clean, soft, and smooth. My skin becomes rosy each time I use it.

Not only that, but it also looks really pretty!

You can see the rose petals! I think it's really cool, I love it!

At $26, I think this is a really good buy.

It may be a bit pricey compared to other facial cleansers, but it's really important to spend a little more money on our skin.

This is totally worth it because it does its job really well and it lasted me quite a long time.

I am still definitely open to trying out other types of exfoliating cleansers, but for now, this is my go-to exfoliating gel. :)

Clearogen Acne Lotion and Rejuve MD Eye Moisturizer:

Samples...

The Clearogen Acne Lotion smells good and it reminds me of something my Mom used to use when I was a little girl.

I asked her and she said it smells like her Clarins moisturizer.

I use two pumps for my whole face -- and let me tell you, it really does help with pimples.

A 1.8 fl.oz. one is sold for $32 -- again, quite pricey, but I think it's worth it.

I definitely want to buy a full-sized version.

The Rejuve MD Eye Moisturizer is a clear gel and has no scent -- it's pretty okay.

I guess I didn't really get the full experience with just this tiny tube. If you've used it, please definitely let us know what you think! :)

Have you ever tried any of these 3 products before?

Have you bought anything from SkinCareRx or Apothica before?

I wish you all a wonderful weekend!!! :)

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Need: Makeup Sponge

Happy Wednesday!

Just a quick post for tonight... I just recently finished my stash of these amazing Basically U Beauty Wedges:

The ultimate makeup must-have! 

Apply and blend liquid and cream makeup with these sponge wedges. Sponges can be used dry or slightly dampened for a perfect application.

My sister got them for me at Ulta, but I checked and they don't have it anymore (not sure if it's just sold out or if it's been discontinued)... so now I have a dilemma: I need new makeup sponges. :/

Any recommendations? Suggestions?

I hope your week is going well! :)

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Introducing: PS Beauty

Happy Monday!

I just wanted to introduce this awesome new beauty website called PS Beauty to you, my lovely readers:

PS Beauty started out as an experiment, to test the theory that we don’t really know what beauty products to buy. Whenever we looked at our beauty product collections we always saw so many products that we just don’t use and that really got us asking questions... 

How much money have we wasted buying products we won’t use? 

Why is it so difficult to buy the right beauty product? 

Is it possible to find the right products without having to leave the comfort of your own home? 

 We realised we needed to fix this, and started PS Beauty in 2011 with a handful of beauty tools created by curious beauty experts who liked our theory. The results amazed all of us. We were able to successfully recommend the perfect products for each individual person. 

 Every time you rate a beauty product on the site, Poppy learns what you like and dislike, making your recommendations even more accurate! She even takes into consideration other factors like the latest trends or what your friends are using to make sure you find the absolute best beauty products.

Such a cool concept, right?!

You probably normally wouldn't think this is something we need, but if you really think about it, we DO need this! We could all use some help in figuring out which products are the best choices for us, we could all save some money, and we could all use some peace of mind knowing that we bought the right product for us. ;)

Some testimonials:

"I never know what to buy next, this site has already given me 3 products I absolutely love. I'll definitely be back." -Alice

"I want to look after myself without pushy sales people at beauty counters trying to sell me products I probably don’t need. This website has given me a way of finding new beauty products that are tailored to fit me. Love it." -Amy

So, how exactly does PS Beauty work?

Right now, they have this really awesome tool to help us find the perfect foundation for us:

Try it out here.

PS Beauty is a really helpful tool for makeup pros and newbies alike.

It's an easy website to maneuver and they have such fun illustrations -- I know you will all love it! :)

To visit PS Beauty, please click here.

You can also keep up to date with them through Twitter and Facebook.

What do you guys think of PS Beauty?

Is this something you would like to try?

I wish all of you a wonderful week ahead! :D

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Beauty Talk: 15 Products You Have To Try

Happy Thursday! :)

Just wanted to share a quick post with you guys... here are 15 beauty products Allure suggests we absolutely have to try in our lifetime:

1. Chanel No.5 Eau De Toilette -

I definitely want to add this to my perfume collection someday!

2. La Mer Crème De La Mer -

My Mom and my sister splurged on this before, and they said it truly is so worth it!

3. Crest 3D White Professional Effects Whitestrips -

I can attest to how amazing these whitestrips are... they are a must-have!

Check out my review here.

4. MAC Lipstick in Russian Red -

This is high on my list! ;)

5. Clarisonic Classic Sonic Skin Cleansing System -

My sister always raves about Clarisonic!

6. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Glow Pads -

I've read so many positive reviews about these glow pads -- you can buy them over at SkinCareRx! :)

7. Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant -

You can use this to moisturize dry skin and lips -- versatile!

8. Mason Pearson Hair Brush -

I don't really use hair brushes, but this one sounds amazing -- it detangles and smooths for a "perfect, shiny, shampoo-commercial hair".

9. Dior Diorshow Buildable Volume Mascara -

I love mascara and this is on my list!

10. Shu Uemura False Lashes in Farfallina -

Allure says these look exactly like real lashes -- score!

11. Guerlain Meteorites Pearls -

I really, really want to try this!

12. Rodin Olio Lusso Luxury Face Oil -

Dewy complexion sounds great to me!

13. Tweezerman Slant Tweezer -

Every girl needs a good pair of tweezers. ;)

14. Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips -

The designs are really pretty!

15. Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage -

Concealer is a major part of my everyday makeup routine... I really want to buy this one because one shade is designed to match our skin color and the other to match its undertones -- WANT! ;)

Have you tried anything from this list before? Thoughts? Opinions?

Do you agree with this list?

Yay for Friday!!! :D

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Worth It: SHISEIDO Facial Cotton

Happy Friday!

Today is Day 2 of Spring Break and I am barely starting to get back on track on my blog posts... I guess I needed two days to just do nothing, haha! ;)

But anyway, I am back and I plan to have regular new posts for you guys again, yay!!!

For today's post, I just wanted to share with you something that I think is so totally worth it: SHISEIDO Facial Cotton.

Delivers moisture, with a luxuriously gentle touch.

This exclusive Facial Cotton is 100% natural and uniquely manufactured for a consistent soft, smooth texture.
Allows for maximum absorption and assists in the application of Shiseido softeners.

Price: $9.50

These are THE best!

They are soft and gentle on the skin.

They are the perfect size, but if you feel like it's way too big, you can most definitely cut them in half -- they do not break or fall apart.

The price might be a bit too high, but they are so worth it!

My sister got this for me, and I was like, "Seriously, $10 for cotton pads?!"... but yeah, I can totally see why she was raving about these. :)

What do you guys think?

Have you used SHISEIDO's Facial Cotton before? Is this something you might like to try?

I wish you all a wonderful Easter weekend ahead!

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Best New Beauty Products for 2013

Happy Sunday/ Monday!

Have you guys tried any new products lately?

Would you like to? If the answer is yes, then these are THE products to try! :)

According to Good Housekeeping and Yahoo!, these are the Best New Beauty Products for 2013:

1. Nexxus Hydra-Light Weightless Moisture Conditioner -

2. Yes To Grapefruit Brightening Facial Towelettes -

3. Maybelline Whisper Sheer Lip Color -

4. Stila Skincare Undercover Conditioning Toner & Moisture Prep -

5. First Aid Beauty Dual Repair Face Cream - 

6. Rimmel London ScandalEyes Shadow Sticks -

7. Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask -

8. Drybar Happy Hour Shampoo -

9. L'Oréal Paris Magic De-Crease Eyelid Primer -

10. Urban Decay Naked Eye Basics -

Do you guys agree with this list?

Have you tried any of these products? Which ones do you recommend I try?

I wish you all a wonderful week ahead!

And yay for Spring! ;)

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Haul Time: IMATS Los Angeles 2013

Happy Thursday!!! :D

I finally have some time to share with you guys all the goodies I got from this year's IMATS Los Angeles, yay! ;)

(To see my IMATS Los Angeles 2013 post, please click here.)

International Make-Up Artist Trade Show

Pasadena, California

Saturday, 19 January 2013

Pictured above is my IMATS wrist band, IMATS Los Angeles booklet, and some business cards and pamphlets.

Here are all my IMATS goodies:

booklet/ O.R.G Skincare press kit/ INGLOT paper bag/ wrist band/ LA Splash nail polishes and lip gloss/ Beauty Treats makeup remover wipes

Let's go through them one by one:

1. Beauty Treats -

I got one of these amazing makeup remover cleansing tissues last year (check out my review here), and I loved it so much, I got four of them this year. ;)

They didn't have my favorite Green Tea scent, so I got them in Apricot instead.

This one smells great as well!

2. LA Splash -

I bought basic nail polish colors -- Black, Blue, and White -- from LA Splash.

And I also got a red lip gloss -- I have a ton of lip gloss, but I didn't have a red one... until now. ;)

3. INGLOT -

This is very exciting because I've always been interested in INGLOT, but I never got around to buying anything from them.

Luckily, my sister reminded me that I've been wanting to get something from INGLOT, so I got...

a face blush from their Freedom System Collection! :)

4. O.R.G Skincare -

This goodie was a freebie, haha! ;)

I was contacted by Donna from O.R.G Skincare a week before IMATS and I visited their booth the day of.

Suzie, makeup artist and O.R.G co-founder, told me the story behind O.R.G and she also demonstrated how to use their Organic Mineral Peel (this product is a new favorite of mine, it's so awesome!).

They gave me a press kit which includes a bottle of Organic Mineral Face Peel -- I will write a post solely dedicated to that and to O.R.G Skincare soon, I promise! ;)

So yup, that is the end of my IMATS haul for this year -- I hope you guys enjoyed it!

I will definitely be reviewing each item (except the makeup remover wipes) in the future, so please stay tuned. :)

Yay for Friday and Hello, February! :D

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