Sleek Haul
The most anticipated palettes on my end. I swear I was itching to get these bad boys and they were worth it. The color on these palettes are brilliant for being matte. As bright as the V1 palette appears is as good as you get in palette. On my dark skin there is good color payoff without a base/primer. These are mineral based eyeshadows as with all of Sleek palettes so the shadows are very soft and some feel almost creamy. I think this palette is perfect for Spring and the coming Summer.
The V2 palette which is dark eyeshadows is gorgeous. Ideal for fall but useable year round. These are also soft and by the texture I presume they will be quite easy to blend. I am so looking forward to putting these palettes to good use. For olive skin and dark girls like myself I would advise using a base or primer as one should with any eye makeup.
Earlier this year I watched many reviews on the blush by 3 palettes. So I have the Pumpkin and Lace to try.
Lace (From left to right) Crochet [matte], Guipure [high shimmer], Chantily [matte]
Off the bat, I am in love with Guipure from the Lace Palette though the accompanying colors are lovely as well. Guipure has such a beautiful shimmer that is ideal for a highlight on dark skin. Crochet is a pale orange with coral tones. Chantily is like a pink coral shade.
Pumpkin (Left to right) Lantern [low shimmer], Squash [satin], P Pie [matte]
And finally the contour kit in dark. I have been on the hunt for a good contour shade for some time.
In the coming week I will post a video with full review and swatches on my channel, until then, you make it a great day.
Labels: sleek blush by 3, sleek brights palette, sleek makeup, sleek matte palettes
Spring is in the Air
Spring is fast approaching and for us Floridians, it feels like we're in the full swing of the breezy season. So I'm fully embracing Spring and the fun colors that come with it.
Spectrum Cosmetics "Soil" and "Coffee Grounds"
BH Cosmetics 88 Standard Matte Palette
Sephora retractable eyeliner "Teal 16"
Covergirl liquiline blast (plum lavender shade)
Wet n Wild lipstick "Don't Blink Pink"
Labels: bh cosmetics, bright spring makeup, bright spring makeup for women of color, spectrum cosmetics mineral makeup, spring makeup
Spring Welcomes Nude [Lips]
I don't know what it is but I have been embracing nude lip colors lately. And with Spring coming in, I think I chose the right time to go "streaking". These nude lipsticks and lip pencils were picked up from Walmart and the beauty supply store.
(From top to bottom liner) NYX "Rose Brown" "Cappuccino" "Never" "Hot Cocoa" "Cola"
Labels: lip liners for women of color, nude lipstick for black women, nude lipsticks for women of color, nyx round lipsticks, revlon lipsticks
Kinky Straight Lace Wig
Young women wearing wigs was introduce to me when I was living in Ga. Before I thought that it was only for older women and women who had alopecia or some sort of ailment that caused hair loss. But after watching youtube videos and seeing that not all wigs are created equal (they don't all have to look "wiggy") I ventured out and got me some wigs. I started off with synthetic because they cost less and I wanted to test the waters. Three years later I have purchased my first full lace wig unit and am in love! After doing some research and watching many videos, I invested in a kinky straight full lace unit from Lacewigtrend. Silky straight and even yaki has lost its appeal to me which is why I went searching for the kinky straight texture. The unit retails for $198 with a $25 shipping charge. Discounts can be applied if one has promo codes. The company was very responsive and answered questions I had in a timely manner. I had a good experience with the company and am having a GREAT experience with this unit.
Photos where the hair can be seen:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjYE3nwtjqQ
Labels: full lace wig, kinky straight lace wig, lacewigtrend.com review
Smoking Up the Red Carpet
I have been watching the Red Carpets this year as if my career depended on it. I found them to be very interesting as of late. This may be because I went back into makeup full force, nonetheless, the women walking the Red Carpet have offered me quite a lot of inspiration. I entered the L'Oreal Destination Beauty Contest with this look.
Labels: bh comsetics, red carpet makeup, sleek makeup, sugarpill
Reluctant Valentine
I'm not a fan or really celebrate Valentine's Day (even though the hubby is) but I did a look last week and after looking at the photos and seeing the videos popping up on Youtube, it appears to be a Valentine look.
Think Pink
Although I love the holiday season, the fluctuating weather here in Florida dampened my spirits a bit since I got sick and remained that way for TWO weeks! But I am feeling A LOT better and was able to pull off a makeup tutorial. I love watching Fashion Police and the last two episode Kelly Osbourne was wearing a beautiful matte pink lip. I just had to recreate it for myself. Putting the wonderful NYX brand to good use, I did a simple eye look [using BH Cosmetics 88 Warm Palette] and let the drama speak from the lips. To maximize wear and color payoff I applied Too Faced Lip Insurance (which is a lip primer) and then lined my lips with NYX lipliner pencil in "Bloom" (a lovely, vibrant pink shade). I filled in my lips with NYX Matte Lipstick in "Merlot" which is a bit brighter than "Bloom." The look could end there but I topped it off with a dark pink gloss by L'Oreal HIP [Tainted].
Labels: black makeup beauty, NYX lipstick matte, pink lips
Name: Emmy Vargas
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