holiday 2014: Mally Beauty Gift sets

{singing} it's the most wonderful time of the year…

still need more gift ideas? i have some fabulous gems for you to consider from Mally Beauty!

if there was ever a beauty brand to give {or gift to yourself} that would be loved, it's the brand Mally Rancal heads up. her products are amazing, formulated to last while making its user look and feel beautiful. we follow each other on Twitter and the woman is fabulous! currently, she's boasting her festive flair and it's so contagious {check out her Instagram, too}. 

for the holidays, her gift sets are {as Mally would say} gorgois ~ from rich and colorful eyeliners to maximum-shine lipsticks packaged in trendy bags, they're sure to be the hit of the season...

Mally Beauty Evercolor Starlight Waterproof Eyeliner Set:

light up your eyes with this set of liners in festive shades. the budge-proof, waterproof eye liner glides on smoothly and effortlessly, while delivering rich color. accompanied with a chic metallic bag, you’ll look gorgois even on the go. 

Mally Beauty Mally Golden Rule of Beauty 5-Piece Collection with Clutch Bag: 

achieve a flawless, luminous look for lip to lashes with this coordinated five-piece kit! add a sheer layer of color on your lids with crease-proof eye shadow and add definition with a deep, waterproof eyeliner. put the perfect finish on your lashes with jet-black mascara; add a gentle blush to make you look flawlessly flushed, then finish off your look with High-Shine Liquid Lipstick in Cherry Blossom to make your lips look irresistible.

visit qvc.com to order these sets {don't wait too long, time is running out to receive by december 24th}. happy shopping!

info and images courtesy of Mally Beauty representative 

celeb makeup artist Mally Roncal shares 3 simple, fun looks for summer!

when it's particularly warm out, it's easiest to keep our makeup simple, but that doesn't have to mean boring! for fun, bright looks {perfect for this time of year} that are also easy to do, leave it to expert makeup artist Mally Roncal to pass along some of her fabulous tips...

~ bright pink lips ~
Mally says "because pink is so bright, you want to make sure that you prevent the color from moving around on your lips." her advice is to apply color on dry lips. use a lipstick first, then follow with liner after to get precision. try Mally Beauty Bright Lip Kit in Frisky Fuchsia {pictured above}. you can also add a gloss for extra shine!

~ sparkly, bronzy, smokey eye~

simply line the whole eye area using a shadow stick and then blend with your fingertips. after applying a gold shade in the crease of the eye and bottom lash to soften the look {Mally Beauty Evercolor Shadow Stick in Saddle Shimmer is a gorgeous pick!}, finish by applying at least three coats of a waterproof mascara during the summer months {like her Waterproof Volumizing Mascara}.

~ bronzed skin ~
Mally suggests using a bronzer that is 1-2 shades darker than your natural skin tone. "apply where the sunlight will naturally hit your face, like behind the ears, along the jawline, across the top of the forehead, of the nose, cheeks, and tip of the chin {try Mally Beauty Believable Bronzer}. be sure to finish off the look by adding more light to the face with a highlighting powder, only applying it to your cheekbones." need a good suggestion? Mally Beauty Effortless Airbrush Highlighter and Blush Duo might be one to consider!

thank you, Mally!


so what do you think, beauties? how do you like to wear your makeup {if any} in the summer? let me know in the comments!

you can find Mally Beauty products at qvc.com and mallybeauty.com

info and images courtesy of brand's PR

beauty review: Mally Beauty Pro-Tricks Correct and Conceal Palette

 oh how i love thee, Mally Pro-Tricks Correct and Conceal Palette...

ok, maybe that's a bit dramatic...

but i have to tell you, this trio of concealers is fabulous!

"now you can have all of the tricks of a makeup pro right at your fingertips! with this palette, you have everything you need to...highlight your best features and contour your skin." ~Mally Roncal

one of the best things about the concealer formula is that it gives full, blendable coverage and still looks natural. the result is a beautiful, dewy finish that lasts all day. after applied, it truly feels like nothing on my skin, which is especially beneficial now with the heat of summer is in full effect {we just had a serious heatwave over the past weekend, and it was far from fab!}.

trust me, when you want coverage, but don't want to have a makeup meltdown in the middle of the day, a good, long-wearing product like this is a must!

i don't use every shade everyday {i use the middle shade the most}, but they all work well together for highlighting, contouring, and of course, hiding those imperfection that you don't want the world to see.

love!!

available in 2 trios, Lighter or Deeper, you can find Mally Pro-Tricks Correct and Conceal Palette at qvc.com.  also, do make sure and visit mallybeauty.com for more info about the fabulous Mally Roncal herself and discover more about the brand!

product featured sent to me for review consideration; pics taken by me :)

beauty product stalking...

do you have beauty products that you stalk? you know, those beauty items that you seem to always swoon over and visit {in store or online}, but can never bring yourself to purchase?

maybe it's just me...

seriously, i don't know why it is, but i can't seem to just take the plunge with these goodies. maybe i don't want to be let down. their reputations are so good, but what if it turns out that i don't like them as much i think i will? well, in any case, here are 3 items i've been stalking for some time...

Chanel Rouge Coco Hydrating Lip Colour has been on my personal lust list since it's release. i have sampled it firsthand, and can say it's beyond fabulous. sadly, my issue is that i'm not a big lipstick wearer {you'd think this would change my mind, right?}, so, again, i just can't bring myself to make the purchase {by the way have you seen the new Rouge Coco Shine?!}. oh, how i do still love it so...

Coastal Scents Orignal 88 Palette--hello! how many beauty lovers own this? i imagine the majority. and although this plethora of shadows in one sleek palette is budget-friendly, not to mention adored by many a makeup junkie, i can never seem to hit the final button to complete my order when on their website. sigh...

Mally Beauty Volumizing Mascara. anytime i hear that this fabulous woman is on tv, i make it a point to watch. i am always so inspired by her passion and gorgeous energy! her Volumizing Mascara is out of this world amazing to see in action, and {you guessed it} i have yet to try it myelf. i love the story behind the creation of this little beauty. maybe i should just get it already...

what makeup or beauty items are you currently stalking? let me know in the comments!

Introducing Q-tips Vanity Packs

i love Q-tips-- i use them literally everyday. they are a must-have for cleaning up my makeup mistakes and smudging my eyeliner to create a sultry, smoky eye. now they come in fabulous packaging to give counters and vanities a stylish punch of color!

using Q-tips aren't just for us regular folk, either. celeb makeup artists Mally Roncal and Troy Jensen both use Q-tips when creating beauty looks.



Mally, creator of the amazing Mally Beauty Cosmetics line, says: "give your neutral eyeshdaows a vacation! think outside the box and try a bold plum or teal eyeliner to line your upper lashes. use a Q-tip cotton swab to blend the lines for a soft, modern look."



Troy Jensen, who works with stars like Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian, and keeps his own blog, also includes Q-tips in his beauty arsenal: "you don't have to be a celebrity to look flawless...whether you are on the red carpet or running to dinner, Q-tips can rescue your beauty routine by touching up everything from runny mascara to smeared eyeshadow! they are an excellent alternative to using makeup brushes-- they provide precise makeup application, are great for softening the season's bright colors and safe for delicate skin around the eyes."


this blue and grey floral box would look great on your counter!


i think Q-tips did a great thing creating these new designer packages. it makes my everyday makeup companion so stylish, and of course, the product inside is just as good as ever.

for more beauty tips and tricks from Mally and Troy visit qtips.com!

xo