winter beauty: MAC introduces Studio Conceal and Correct

available online december 23, 2014 and in stores december 26, 2014, the new Studio Conceal and Correct range, features Studio Finish Concealer Duos, highly-pigmeted, complementary pairs that are highly concentrated, yet lightweight, and promise to conceal everything from dark circles, blemishes, moles, birthmarks and even tattoos. also included in the line are Studio Chromagraphic Pencils that can also be used as eyeliner or aid in sculpting the face and body.

MAC Studio Finish Concealer Duo:

NW10/NC20
NW20/NC25
NW25/NC30
NW30/NC35
NW40/NC45
NW45/NC50

MAC Studio Finish Conceal & Correct Duo
Mid Peach/Mid Yellow
Pale Yellow/Pale Pink
Rich Yellow/Burnt Coral
Pure Orange/Ochre

MAC Studio Chromgraphic Pencil
NC15/NW20
NW25/NC30
NC42/NW35

visit maccosmetics.com for more info


tell me: are you as excited for this new collection as i am?!!

info and images courtesy of MAC Cosmetics PR

beauty review: Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream Eyes

as i grow older more fabulous, i've found myself using concealer under my eyes on a more frequent basis. the use of eye creams, anti-aging serums, gels and the like are not new to me, and i'm a huge fan of highlighting/illuminating products. so, as one might expect, when i was introduced to Smashbox BB Camera Ready for Eyes, i was obviously very curious and excited to try the new multitasker. 

 and it is a multitasker!

not just a concealer, this beauty is also a treatment, a primer, an illuminator and offers spf 15 sun protection. 

love it!

and just when you think it can't do any more, it does. BB for Eyes can also be used to highlight your brow bones, giving your face a more lifted appearance, and you can use it when contouring around the cheeks, creating a more defined look.

have you tried Smashbox BB for Eyes yet? visit smashbox.com for more info. 

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

beauty girl tv: Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Treatment Concealer

bonjour, beauties!

hope you're enjoying your day! if you have a couple of minutes, i'd love for you to check out my latest video review. it's my thoughts regarding Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Treatment Concealer!

enjoy and thanks for watching…



have you tried this yet? leave me a comment and share your thoughts!

visit maybelline.com for more info :)

product featured purchased by me. :)

spring beauty: new High Coverage Concealer by Laura Mercier

if you have dark under eye circles, you're probably no stranger to concealing products. you no doubt feel better when you look in the mirror and see bright more flawless skin. if you always find yourself on the hunt for the perfect concealer, i'd like to suggest a product that has been brought to my attention: Laura Mercier High Coverage concealer. 

for under eye circles, blemishes, unwanted dark spots and uneven skin tone, High Coverage concealer offers a medium-to-full, buildable coverage formula that is highly pigmented, blendable, and promises to give skin a flawless finish. the formula is a blend of honey, vitamin E and fruit acid meant to nourish and smooth skin. it comes in 12 beautiful shades.

i will be trying this out soon, so stay tuned for my thoughts…

visit lauramercier.com for more info!

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 :)

summer beauty: natural-looking skin with Mary Kay

summer is all about scaling back, taking it easy, and, with regard to makeup, the opportunity for me go with a more natural look, putting less is more into practice. to do this, i enlist the help of a trio of Mary Kay products that you yourself might like to try...

to start, i use Tinted Moisturizer Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20. one thing i wear daily {and year-round} is sunscreen, but i love this skincare beauty because it eliminates a step in my routine. the coverage is quite sheer {i use bronze 1}, but the subtle dewy finish makes my skin look really pretty.

to cover up flaws the moisturizer doesn't hide, MK's Concealer is amazing. a heavyweight in the coverage department, its creamy texture feels incredibly lightweight once applied, creating a smooth and flawless finish.

finally, i use MK's Facial Highlighting Pen {shade 3}. this formula can be used to brighten up dark areas of the face {under the eyes, around the mouth, corners of the nose}, but i like to use a bit blended in the corners of my eyes and over my cheekbones, so the sunlight will catch the reflective pigments, creating a lit from within appearance.

with my skin finished, i typically complete my natural, less is more look with a little blush, a light dusting of powder or finishing spray to set everything in place, and i'm good to go!

well, i also have to apply mascara...lipgloss...fill in my brows...

hey, i said i'm practicing... ;)

tell me: do you wear less makeup in the summer? what are your go-to products?

get more info about these products by visiting marykay.com

products featured sent to me for review consideration; pic taken by me :)

beauty on a budget: Iman Cosmetics

Iman Cosmetics, for some odd reason, is not sold at any drugstore in my area-- and if it is, i guess i just haven't seen it (i've looked!). it doesn't matter anymore because i'm here now to tell you that i have been given the opportunity to try some of the latest goodies, and i am loving them!

created for women of color (and i'm talking about the range of brown skin as well as the range of latina, asian, and multi-ethnic skin tones), Iman cosmetics features a vast array of colors that you may not always find in other drugstore brands. the formulations are great, too-- check out some of the newest products:



Second To None Semi-Loose Powder is a fabulous mineral-infused powder that helps to reduce oil and creates a flawless finish. i like to dust this over my makeup after i have applied my foundation and sometimes during the day to freshen myself up-- love! the pressed powder is "shaved" to be loose just before usage, so it is also travel friendly.



Second To None Cover Cream is enriched with minerals, and antioxidants like goji berry, vitamin E and green tea. the creamy texture blends easily, and stays in place. i apply it with my fingers or with a brush over my liquid foundation or under powder, and it does an amazing job of hiding my flaws.




Luxury Eye Defining Powder is a unique product that can be used to create everything from a pretty day look (with the lighter colors), to a very sultry, smokey eye with a little something extra pop. the application is for adding definition, like an eye liner, it goes on with the ease of an eyeshadow, and the shimmery finish really make it special.




Luxury Lip Stain looks like a lipstick, but has a creamy texture that glides on smooth and feels fabulous to wear. i am not usually a fan of lipstick, but this is a bit different in that, in addition to the texture, it adds a sheer hint of color to lips without feeling heavy.




Luxury Lip Shines are infused with aloe and vitamin E to nourish lips and keep them feeling smooth and soft. the colors are glossy and shimmery-- perfect for amping up the glam factor!

find Iman Cosmetics at your local drugstore, and online at drugstore.com

xo
pics taken by me :)

Be Camera-Ready With Prescriptives

these days cosmetics are working overtime to provide amazing coverage so you always look your best, especially in photos. Prescriptives has released an amazing group of products to ensure you'll always be camera ready, because let's face it, we take and have our pictures taken all the time.

here's Prescriptives' prescription for creating a flawless face (try saying that three times fast!):



start with Flawless Face Primer to give your skin a smoother, more even texture. this weightless formula not only reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles, but it helps makeup look absolutely flawless throughout the day and night.




be camera shy no more when using Photochrome Light-Adjusting Compact Makeup SPF 15. with its light-reflecting photo-friendly particles to diffuse glare, it softens the look of lines and wrinkles to help you look your best...even on hi-def t.v.!



a zoom lens can cause a bit of stress (eeek! too close!), but Prescriptives' Custom Blend Concealer is specifically meant to cover what you want to hide and finish your look-- it's the final touch in achieving skin perfection.

i don't know about you, but these products sound amazing! i will be bringing you a formal review of the Photochrome Light-Adjusting Compact Makeup SPF 15 soon, so stay tuned!

in the meantime, visit prescriptives.com to find out more about these products, or see them for yourself to find your perfect shade match at a Prescriptives beauty counter near you.

xo
info courtesy of Prescriptives