Showing posts with label lip pencils. Show all posts
Showing posts with label lip pencils. Show all posts

Friday, October 18, 2013

my beauty faves...


i share many products that i enjoy and grow to love with you here in BGM. and while i have nothing against this {that's the point of keeping this blog after all}, i've realized that the majority of the recent product reviews have been that of products sent to me by the brands.

one thing i don't want is for you to think is that i never buy anything {so not the case}! i buy many products. in fact, now that my daughter is 13 {and quite the budding makeup and hair aficionado if i do say so myself}, i've discovered and purchased items i wouldn't normally consider {so fun!}. i've also enjoyed introducing her to my classic must-haves.

unfortunately, when it comes to reviews, it's those products that always seem to get put on the back burner! so, i'm making it my goal to share my thoughts about those goodies more often...

:)

all of this is to say, i'm here today to share my love for the products i use every day.

my must-haves.

my i'd-be-devastated-if-they-stopped-making-this items...
you have those, right? of course you do! well...these are mine.

take a look...

St Ives Naturally Indulgent Lotion ~ Coconut Milk & Orchid Extract
a simply splendid lotion; from the smell to the fact that it leaves my skin moisturized beautifully without feeling heavy or sticky, i used this beauty year round.


Anastasia Perfect Brow Pencil ~ Soft Brown
i visited the brow salon years ago and was introduced to the range of fabulous products. from tweezers to an amazing brow gel, i love this line. the pencil, however is one i grab most often since it's so easy and the color is perfect. for a natural everyday look it's a great shade for everyone, regardless of hair color.

MAC lip pencil ~ Spice
a makeup bag must-have for many beauty girls, i'm sure. this neutral lip liner is fabulous because it works with any shade of lipstick you want to wear, and is even fine to wear on its own.

MAC Pressed Blot Powder ~ Dark
love, love, love this powder! it's great as a foundation setter, but is at its best when it does its main job ~ combating shine without adding additional color.


Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Makeup ~ 5W1 Bronze
i don't know how to describe my absolute love for this foundation. it will always be the one i go back to. it covers every imperfection, flaw and discoloration with ease, leaving my skin with an amazing finish and it feels like i'm wearing nothing at all.


L'Oreal True Match BlushApricot Kiss
i've been using this amazing peachy-pink shade for years and i haven't grown tired of it it the least. it has just the right amount of shimmer to always gives me a fresh glow and makes me feel so pretty.


Neutrogena Gentle One Step Makeup Cleanser
sensational for removing makeup {even long-wearing products} and is so gentle. no stinging to my eyes and a little goes a long way.

Neutrogena Gentle Makeup Remover Towelettes
i love how effective these towelettes are at taking off my makeup. like the cleanser i've never experienced irritation or eye sting from these.


tell me: what are your go-to, must-haves-no-matter-what-new-product-comes-along products? 


pics taken by me :)

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

MAC Euristocrats 2



love this-- MAC recently introduced its Euristocrats 2 collection, a fabulous and amazing assortment of lipsticks, dazzleglasses and lip pencils...

in the very latest violet, coral and pink passion hues, to add the sheen, the sparkle, and the ooh-la-la that never fails to entertain. they're the "something extra" we've added to the lipstick and dazzleglass collection Euristocrats can't get enough of. more, more, more!







Lipstick

Costa Chic
- frosty light coral
Naked Paris- sheer pink brown with multi-dimensional pearl
Patisserie- sheer creamy neutral pink
Milan Mode -sheer deep pink with multi-dimensional pearl
London Life- sheer deep berry with multi-dimensional pearl
Saint Germain- clean pastel pink
Cockney- sheer yellow red with multi-dimensional pearl


Dazzleglass

Date Night- soft blue purple with pearl
Euro Beat- peach coral with gold pearl
Internationalist- yellow pink with blue pearl
Local Colour- neutral yellow pink with gold pearl
Roman Holiday- medium brown coral with pink pearl
Rue d’Rouge- light red with pink pearl
Via Veneto- light violet with blue pearl


Lip Pencil

Magenta- vivid pinkish-purple
Cherry- vivid bright bluish-red
Subculture- underground pink
Whirl- dirty rose

since Dazzleglass has quickly become one of my favorite glosses, i am so excited for this collection! as soon as i can, i'll be at my local MAC counter to see them for myself-- ugh, no, i haven't seen them yet...

visit you nearest MAC store, beauty counter or maccosmetics.com to view the entire collection.

xo
images courtesy of MAC Cosmetics

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Nars Dolce Vita Velvet Matte Lip Pencil

aww lipstick...i used to wear it, but gloss has had my heart in the lip color department for some time now. Nars Velvet Matte Lip Pencil is different. while looking like a pencil, and leaving a matte finish, it glides on smooth and leaves lips feeling moist and soft.

enriched with vitamin e to nourish lips and special emollients to give it it's creamy texture, it also contains unique silicones to ensure a long-lasting finish.

i have been using Dolce Vita, a dusty rose, and it is beautiful! i have read that it's lipstick counterpart is a universally flattering color, and a favorite of many industry pros and makeup artists. after using this version of Dolce Vita, i get it...

this pencil, in any color, would be a great addition to any makeup collection! of course, why not add the "sweet life"? find it at NarsCosmetics.com




xo


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