Moi Minerals Vault - Glassy Lady : Quick Makeup for Chicks Who Wear Glasses

 I admit it... Finally! I wear them!

I know I don't often wear them, but here you see me in all my square-framed glory. And I have to admit- I kinda love my glasses! I don't wear them often because I'm not in class and no longer need to see a blackboard, I don't really drive yet, and usually what I need is on my lap... Aka, the computer.

This has been a request for some time in order to do this look. It can be difficult to find a happy-medium when putting eye makeup on and having to wear lenses. This one is a toned town, more natural look to start it off easy. I look back on some photos of me in glasses, and let me tell you... You can tell I didn't care that my eyeliner was wayyy too dark and I looked like a raccoon. Whoops! The point of doing makeup behind lenses is to accentuate and draw attention to the eyelids (not the glasses!) and the last thing we want to do is make it appear like we have small, beady eyes.

It's as easy as 1-2-3! Watch the tutorial above to see exactly how I did it!

On my face:

Stila Petal Infusions Moisturizing Cream

e.l.f. Concealer & Highlighter

Physicians Formula: Organics Mineral Foundation

On my eyes:

Moi Minerals Cosmetics Eye Shadows in:

Angel Eyes, Raze & Sage Rage

Valentine was used as blush & mixed with balm on my lips

Wet 'N Wild ColorIcon Black and White Kohl Eyeliner

WnW MegaEyes Gel Eyeliner in Black

WnW MegaPlump Mascara

Basically, Angel Eyes is applied to the entire eye area with a "C" brush from e.l.f.- from lid to brow bone and blended in lightly. Swipe a little bit along your bottom lash line to highlight your eyes.

Raze is applied with a contoured eye shadow brush to the outer half of the lids, and with whatever is left on the brush, it's applied to the outer third-to-half of the lower lid.

Sage Rage is picked up on an e.l.f. Crease Brush and applied to the crease area only, and outer "V" of the eye. Using an e.l.f. Blending Brush, lightly blend out the green upwards toward the brow bone. This will feather the color to be very subtle, but still provides definition to the eyes. Taking a flat eyeliner brush, pick a little of Sage Rage up and apply it to the bottom three-quarters of the lashline.

Tightline your upper lid with black kohl liner (line underneath your lashes, it's your upper waterline), line your bottom waterline in white kohl eyeliner. Grabbing the straight brush again, pick up a little of Sage Rage and apply it over the white liner- carefully! Don't poke your eye!

Next, grab an angled eyeliner brush and gel eyeliner. Working the color into your lashes only, and starting mid lid, lightly line your eyes. The closer you stay to your lashes, the more natural this will look. By working the color into your lashes, it will fill them in and make them appear darker and fuller. I picked up Sage Rage with a flat eyeliner brush, and used it to both set the gel liner and create an iridescent color. It's quite beautiful- it doesn't lighten the black liner completely- it still keeps it's depth- but it softens the color just enough and creates a pretty iridescent and custom liner! Curl, apply mascara, and go!

And there you have it! Quick & Easy!

Of course, this doesn't have to be worn by only gals who wear glasses!

Do you wear them??

x0x0x0 ~*Snarky P

Sports Team Series - Miami Dolphins

Updated 03/05/2011 & 03/06/2011


This is strictly my own personal opinion about the matter. All material uncovered was done through a public google internet search with a few different keyword entries.

Due to information uncovered and revealed about this company, I cannot in good conscience or good faith recommend anyone support this reportedly handmade, organic small business. If information had been disclosed prior to discovery by the shop owner herself, I would have no problem with continuing to purchase. Regretfully, the scope of the lie and how many different people it could have potentially affected and hurt leaves me no other choice than to say this is not an honest company to do business with.

For information as to why, you can read more below:


http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/this-way-that-way-which-way-whats-going.html
http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/long-tale-of-orglamix-organic-ending.html


Or click here for more links and topics. The information can be found just below the introduction paragraph on the page.

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Updated 03/05/2011 & 03/06/2011


This is strictly my own personal opinion about the matter. All material uncovered was done through a public google internet search with a few different keyword entries.

Due to information uncovered and revealed about this company, I cannot in good conscience or good faith recommend anyone support this reportedly handmade, organic small business. If information had been disclosed prior to discovery by the shop owner herself, I would have no problem with continuing to purchase. Regretfully, the scope of the lie and how many different people it could have potentially affected and hurt leaves me no other choice than to say this is not an honest company to do business with.

For information as to why, you can read more below:


http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/this-way-that-way-which-way-whats-going.html
http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/long-tale-of-orglamix-organic-ending.html


Or click here for more links and topics. The information can be found just below the introduction paragraph on the page.

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Another sports team has been created!

Well, on my eyes at least! This latest request comes from Melanie and Paola, and is dedicated to Lexi! Whilst orange and teal are colors that certainly don't look attractive together (think of their uniforms... eek!) they certainly can, and will, work on the eyes!

So here we go.... Grabbing a few colors, we paint with our brushes! Priming your eyes before putting on shadows helps for a number of reasons:

1. The colors stay put

2. There is no creasing

3. Minimal blending of colors (where they meet, if not blended together)

4. No "runny" makeup- as in melting off your face

This is great, especially taking into consideration where you watch football games:
1. A Stadium

2. A Sports Bar (21+ only please!!)

3. Your living room

There are various factors which come in to play in each setting which could help your makeup run off your face unless... Namely, your eye shadows.

Stadiums- they can be indoors or out. If you're out, you hope you don't get rained out.... Snowed out... Or even worse- furnace blasting hot, converting your once perfect face into a melting waxy mess of color. Bad bad bad! When you apply foundation which is liquid based, always finish by setting your makeup with a translucent or High Definition powder. This locks your carefully created porcelain finish into staying that way. The same thing goes for eye shadows- the eyelid primer you use essentially locks your eye colors in place. And, of course, always use waterproof mascara if you're going to be outside or at a bar- you never know when it's going to rain... Or when a beer fight's gonna break out.

Now that we have the ground rules established, see how to create the look below!

Face Off:

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Cream

e.l.f. Concealer

Too Faced Illuminating Foundation in London Fair

e.l.f. High Definition finishing powder

The Eyes Have It:

Moi Minerals Cosmetics Mineral Eye Shadow in Drifter.
Orglamix Cosmetics Mineral Eye Shadows in Mandarin and Vanilla Birthday Cake
Wet 'N Wild Kohl Eyeliner Pencil in Black
WNW Gel/Creme Eyeliner in Black
WNW MegaLength Mascara in Black


Finishing the Look:
e.l.f. Super Glossy Lip Shine in Candlelight


There you have it- knockout team colors Eye Look for the Miami Dolphins!
This one's for you Lexi!

Thanks for stopping by and checking it out!


xoxo ~*Snarky P

Sports Team Series - Clemson University

Updated 03/05/2011 & 03/06/2011


This is strictly my own personal opinion about the matter. All material uncovered was done through a public google internet search with a few different keyword entries.

Due to information uncovered and revealed about this company, I cannot in good conscience or good faith recommend anyone support this reportedly handmade, organic small business. If information had been disclosed prior to discovery by the shop owner herself, I would have no problem with continuing to purchase. Regretfully, the scope of the lie and how many different people it could have potentially affected and hurt leaves me no other choice than to say this is not an honest company to do business with.

For information as to why, you can read more below:


http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/this-way-that-way-which-way-whats-going.html
http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/long-tale-of-orglamix-organic-ending.html


Or click here for more links and topics. The information can be found just below the introduction paragraph on the page.

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Let's hear it for purple, orange and white! Yes, they can be worn together! And I show you how!

This was a request from Relynn over on my Facebook Page where I asked anyone interested to post their favorite Team Names and Colors in the Forum found underneath the "Discussions" Tab. I'm going to try and do these in order, so if there are multiple teams- what I'm going to do is one first, then go to the next person's inquiry, and then perhaps come back every few teams or so.... Just to be fair!

Anyways- if you want to see your team colors in a color combination on my eyes, go leave your info! Clemson University Football here we come! I dove in with three of the best representative colors in my collection that can easily be had- and they're listed below. In addition, I'm using brushes from e.l.f. which include the "C" Brush, the Blending Brush, The Crease Brush, and The Small Precision Brush.

Bright and bold colors, but subtle enough that it's not over the top for drama factor. This is one combination I just might end up wearing one day because I feel like it- the colors made my eyes really pop and I love how they shimmered and sparkled. Let's get to the good stuff!!

Face Off:

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Cream

e.l.f. Complexion Perfection

e.l.f. Concealer

Too Faced Illumination Foundation Wand in London Fair

Physicians Formula: Organics Mineral Foundation in Translucent

The Eyes Have It:

 

Orglamix Cosmetics Mineral Eye Shadows in:

Acai Berry

Mandarin

Vanilla Birthday Cake

Wet 'N Wild Gel Eyeliner in Black

WNW MegaLength Mascara in Black

WNW Kohl Eyeliner Pencil in Black

Finishing Touches:

e.l.f Luscious Liquid Lipstick in Bark

Orglamix Blush in Ginger

With all that done- I'm ready for the chips and dip! How about you??

xoxoxo ~*Snarky P

Get the Look - Iridescent Bubbles Upon My Eyes

I remember being a kid, and getting a new bottle of bubbles each summer. I'd sit in the sunshine in my backyard, and try to make the biggest one possible with my little wand. Careful concentration, along with quick breaths were key.... And before you knew it, I'd have a sparkling, shimmering bubble reflecting all sorts of rainbow colors in the sunlight.

For a while, I was so enamored with them, during a trip to a Science Museum, I stayed at the bubble table while everyone continued on. Finally realizing I wasn't with them, one of the chaperons came back and found me still playing. Lucky for me, I didn't get into trouble. I was mesmerized with the tiny bubble clumps, each one having a different iridescent reflection- but all of them with the same colors. To me, they were magic. They still are!
 

 

When my friend Mary posted this song to my profile, along with a request to do create a look which was light, airy and colorful. This is also one of my favorite songs, from one of my all time favorite movies! I mean come on- what girl wouldn't want a pair of ruby red, glittery shoes?




I scooped up some colors, and quickly got to work. A little color here, a little color there... And soon upon my eyes danced the same colors one would find when looking at the surface of a bubble! I think out of all my looks, this one is one of my top 5. It just reminds me so much of being a kid- and sitting in the sun blowing bubbles. Or even better- near a bubble machine, so as they popped out into the air, they felt like butterflies alighting on your skin as they popped.

 

For a little extra shine, I glued on a 2mm and a 4mm crystal on the inner and outer corners of my eye. With the application of fantasy lashes in magenta, it really upped the look to the next level of pretty. More glitter, more sparkle- gotta love it! Of course, if worn to work you wouldn't want to add the extra glitteries and lashes.... But for a night out, or a Halloween look.... You can't go wrong!

 

In order to blend the colors, you want to make sure you have a fluffy brush that will not wipe all the color off your lids. If the brush is too dense, it will do such. By using a fluffy brush, it will evenly distribute the colors and gradually blend the colors out softly without wiping it off completely. The brush I'm using is from e.l.f. and is the Blending Brush. You can also use the e.l.f. Crease Brush to blend- however, it's considerably smaller than the blending brush, so it may take a little more time to achieve the soft gradient blends. As with any look, if a color goes on too sheer- blend it out as if it were the color you wanted. Go back for a little bit more, and continue alternating between the blending and adding color until you achieve the pigment you want.

Remember- have fun!

On My Face:

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Cream

e.l.f. Concealer

Physicians Formula: Organics Mineral Foundation in Translucent

e.l.f. High Definition Powder

Ulta lipliner in Nude

e.l.f. Luscious Liquid Lipstick in Perfect Pink

Orglamix Cosmetics Mineral Eye Shadow in Baie Rose used as blush

The Eyes Have It:

100% Mineral Eye Shadows from My Beauty Addiction in:

Hawaii

Sea Breeze

Lavender Ice

Paparazzi

Ice Princess

Pink Quartz

Electric Purple

Fiji

Wet 'N Wild Kohl Eyeliner in White and Black

WNW Gel Liner in Black

WNW MegaLength Mascara in Black

Eyelash Glue

Swarovski Crystals, flat back (can also use nail art crystals)

Department 18 Magenta Lashes (to and bottom)

Hope you're inspired by the bubbly-goodness and sparkles! Love, sunshine and magic await!

xoxoxo ~*Snarky P

Sports Team Series - The Boston Bruins

Updated 03/05/2011 & 03/06/2011


This is strictly my own personal opinion about the matter. All material uncovered was done through a public google internet search with a few different keyword entries.

Due to information uncovered and revealed about this company, I cannot in good conscience or good faith recommend anyone support this reportedly handmade, organic small business. If information had been disclosed prior to discovery by the shop owner herself, I would have no problem with continuing to purchase. Regretfully, the scope of the lie and how many different people it could have potentially affected and hurt leaves me no other choice than to say this is not an honest company to do business with.

For information as to why, you can read more below:


http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/this-way-that-way-which-way-whats-going.html
http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/long-tale-of-orglamix-organic-ending.html


Or click here for more links and topics. The information can be found just below the introduction paragraph on the page.

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Second up for the Sports Team series is one of my hometown teams: The Boston Bruins! Now I caught a lot of flak for not doing one of the Mass. teams first off, but whatever.... I promised it would be the second! And of course, since hockey season is starting to gear up- I had to get this one done! Woo-hoo!

It's time for Black, Gold & White! I haven't been to a game yet... But soon I tell you, soon! There's nothing like sitting in the stands at a rink, freezing your patootie off. Cold fingers, keeping them burrowed into your pockets in some attempt to keep them warm. I digress.

Hopefully, this look will come in handy-dandy when my sister and a few of her friends take the trek to see the team again this coming December 2010. I'm so jealous! But it's alright- I'm the one that came up with this look! [laughs]

The cosmetics I'm using are from My Beauty Addiction, and definitely a worthy combination for the Bruins! In my entire collection of mineral makeup, these were the perfect colors for me to use.

Highly pigmented, Pot 'O Gold absolutely jumps off your eyes and screams "look at me!!!", and as for the Chrome- well, you might as well have peeled it off a nice bumper. It's highly reflective, and bright! Storm is a deliciously dark and sparkly shadow which blends out to a beautiful soft black, and the last touch is pearl, which looks just like some crushed up dainty shimmers. Are you ready for some hockey!?!

The Face Off:

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Cream

e.l.f. concealer

MBA Shadow Poxy Eye primer- all over lid, and on the bags under my eyes

Physicians Formula: Organics Mineral Foundation in Translucent

e.l.f. High Definition Powder

Orglamix Cosmetics Mineral Eye Shadow in Baie Rose used as Blush
e.l.f. Minty Lip Gloss in New York City

 

The Eyes Have It:

My Beauty Addiction Mineral Eye Shadows:
Pot 'O Gold
Storm
Chrome
Pearl

So here's to all you Bruins fans! I hope you like the look!

xoxoxo ~*Snarky P

Get the Look - Blue and Shimmery

I'm sure many of you are hesitant to use blue on your eyes. I think of it, and visions of 80's chicks in plastic bangle bracelets, bright pink lips, crimped hair and blue eyeshadow everywhere enter my head... And I shriek! That's not my idea of fun makeup.... Unless you're headed to a theme party.

All joking aside, blue is a very versatile color. It comes in shades of the lightest pastel, to electric blue, to deep almost black colors. All which are very pretty. Most which when worn correctly, will look quite stunning. For instance, today I've used bright blues. The key to pulling off this look is moderation.

I've chosen three colors that are similar to each other, but still different. Now, in the pictures and the video it kinda looks like I have one color on. Rest assured, I don't. When you blend blues out, they combine, and a variety of gorgeous shading comes in to play. You need the lighter blue on the inside half of your lid to brighten up and widen eyes. The mid-tone blue on the outer half adds contouring, to tone down and compliment the lighter one. And finally, the darker blue creates shadows and depth to your crease. With the addition of a white shimmery brow highlighter, you can blend the blues down to lighter shades if you want to as well.

Depending on how your eyes catch the light with this sort of combination, it will appear various shades of blue are on your lids. And who can resist that!? A light eyeliner is key as well- you don't want to go too heavy handed with it. The blues are bright enough that just a hint of color is needed along your lash line. On your bottom lid, only bring the liner half way across from the outside to the middle, and only apply it to the roots of the lashes. Applying the white kohl eyeliner to the bottom waterline, along with the same highlighter color used on your brow, will really open your eyes up and make them appear wider. Along with the blues, it will also brighten up the whites of your eyes and intensify the color of your eyes- blue eyes take on a lot of the shade colors. Green can turn a little aqua, and brown eyes will turn to a rich chocolate.

I apologize for the lack of pictures in this post... As I so often warn you, be careful you don't poke your eyes with a brush. I think mine was victim of the mascara wand- I honestly don't remember. But I'm not showing you my beautifully bright pink eye along with the awesome blue shadows. Nope, not happening.

Product list of what's on my face:

Nivea Soft moisturizing cream

e.l.f. Zit Zapper

e.l.f. Complexion Perfection

Physicians Formula: Organics Translucent Mineral Foundation

Eyes Moi Minerals Cosmetics mineral eye shadow colors in:
Fame- light, bright blue on inner half of eye
O'Baby- shimmery medium blue on outer half of eye
Bobbie- dark blue, used in crease and to create depth
Shimmers & Pearls- white shadow, used on brow bone, inner corner of eyes, upper crease to blend blues, and on lower waterline
Lips- MMC gloss in Lover
Wet 'N Wild Kohl Eyeliner in Black and White
WNW MegaLength Mascara in Black

So there you have it, a stunning blue look!

Play with color!!

xoxoxo ~*Snarky P

Sports Team Colors Series - The Montreal Canadiens

Updated 03/05/2011 & 03/06/2011


This is strictly my own personal opinion about the matter. All material uncovered was done through a public google internet search with a few different keyword entries.

Due to information uncovered and revealed about this company, I cannot in good conscience or good faith recommend anyone support this reportedly handmade, organic small business. If information had been disclosed prior to discovery by the shop owner herself, I would have no problem with continuing to purchase. Regretfully, the scope of the lie and how many different people it could have potentially affected and hurt leaves me no other choice than to say this is not an honest company to do business with.

For information as to why, you can read more below:


http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/this-way-that-way-which-way-whats-going.html
http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/long-tale-of-orglamix-organic-ending.html


Or click here for more links and topics. The information can be found just below the introduction paragraph on the page.

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It's official!

I've started a compilation of teams from you, my awesome fans, who have left comments about what colors you'd like to see done as a makeup look. So, raiding my extensive collection of colors- I'll be putting some fabulous looks together for you!!! If you'd like to see your own team done, click here to leave a comment with your team and their colors. I'll be going through the requests as they're left- so if you plan on keeping me busy, this will do it. LOL

First up to kick us off is a Hockey Team. (Yay! Go hockey! I love it almost as much as Football!)
This entire idea was kicked off and inspired by Cindy B who requested a look to wear to a game. In turn, that got the wheels in my head spinning and I figured.... Why not?! Everyone leave your team and colors!

I digress. Sorry, I'm easily distractible. I'm sure you're used to it by now, right?

Back on track. The Montreal Canadiens are the first team up on the table. Or if you want to get technically correct, will soon be out on the ice! Ha ha ha! To put together this look, I used three different shadow colors for my eyes, and one as an eyeliner darkener. Royal Bleu, Red and White! This is what resulted:






I hope you all enjoyed this tutorial- I have a feeling my kittens are gonna be crawling everywhere soon.... Looking forward to that considering they're so dang cute! They were all over my legs during the filming of this video! Hope you don't mind!

What's on my face:

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Cream
E.L.F. Complexion Perfection
E.L.F. Concealer
Physician's Formula: Organics Mineral Foundation

Orglamix Cosmetics Mineral Eye Shadow Colors:
Vanilla Birthday Cake
Saffron
Blueberry
Midnight

Finishing the Eyes:
Wet 'N Wild Kohl Eyeliner Pencil in Black and White
WNW MegaLength Mascara in Black

On my lips I'm wearing E.L.F. Luscious Liquid Lupstick in Caramel Candy for a little shine- and maximum moisturizing. It's awesome!

I hope you all enjoy, and I'll be seeing you with the next video shortly!

xoxoxo

~*Snarky P

Get the Look - Dia de los Muertos - Day of the Dead Sugar Skull Makeup Tutorial

Updated 03/05/2011 & 03/06/2011


This is strictly my own personal opinion about the matter. All material uncovered was done through a public google internet search with a few different keyword entries.

Due to information uncovered and revealed about this company, I cannot in good conscience or good faith recommend anyone support this reportedly handmade, organic small business. If information had been disclosed prior to discovery by the shop owner herself, I would have no problem with continuing to purchase. Regretfully, the scope of the lie and how many different people it could have potentially affected and hurt leaves me no other choice than to say this is not an honest company to do business with.

For information as to why, you can read more below:


http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/this-way-that-way-which-way-whats-going.html
http://the-eyes-have-it-all.blogspot.com/2011/03/long-tale-of-orglamix-organic-ending.html


Or click here for more links and topics. The information can be found just below the introduction paragraph on the page.

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Happy almost Halloween! Tis the Eve of All Hallows Eve, if you want to get technical about it!

This is my favorite time of year- the pumpkins, apple cider, donuts, pies and crisps, crisp fall wind, brightly colored leaves... And little ghouls and goblins running around from door to door Trick-or-Treating for free candy! To me, Autumn can't possibly get any better than this!

This look intimidated me. The first time I attempted it, I hated it. My problem was I didn't have a fine enough brush to do the detail work. So, I waited until I did. This time around- I am in LOVE with this look. Many thanks goes out to Brandalyn who originally requested this look through my facebook page. I did a little research, and boy did I turn up some amazing artists who create sugar skulls. And of course- I found some people who threw on some white face paint, blacked out their eyes nose, and drew on a mouth... And called it  a sugar skull. Uhhh, no. I don't think so. Not quite.

My biggest inspiration for doing this look was Sylvia Ji. She's an absolutely amazing artist, and the illustrations she creates- many of them I wish I could wallpaper my walls with. I know that's a little creepy- but, I'm not exactly normal. It fits. I may just get some prints soon and hang those in various locations.

Anyways, first I'll give you the cosmetics list of everything that's on my face:

Nivea Soft moisturizing cream.

Professional Cream Makeup in white- I started out with the smudge proof one, then changed to the plain one. (you get what you pay for, and I don't like this stuff... Either of them)

E.L.F. High Definition Powder

Wet 'N Wild Kohl Eyeliner in Black

E.L.F. Black Cream Eyeshadow- Licorice duo

Orglamix Mineral Eye Shadow in Midnight

Wet 'N Wild Gel Eyeliner in Black

Moi Minerals Mineral Eye Shadows in Dark Amethyst, Rockstar Red, True Gold and Dark Emerald

Wet 'N Wild Glitter Eyeliner in Silver

That's it. And while it doesn't seem like a long list- the thing that's "difficult" is the amount of time it takes to draw this face. Make SURE you set aside at the bare minimum an hour to do your face. The more detail, the more time it will take. Total for me was just under 3 hours. I'm a nitpicker. And I had to remove the cream makeup from my face TWICE before I could start- because the no-smudge stuff I told you to use sucked. I'm not a fan of having a pale face, with splotches, streaks and some areas caked on heavier than others. But finally, after some profanity laced fits... My face was white.

The rest of the video shows how to draw your skull face. Be creative- there are literally a million different ways the Sugar Skull designs can come out- the possibilities are limitless. You can use more color, you can use less, you can get very detailed with design, or keep it quick and simple.

I hope you all enjoy this tutorial and can't wait to see pictures of Halloween Costumes! And if you'd like to donate some Reeses PB Cups to my Trick-or-Treat fund, I'd be eternally grateful. I can't walk- so I can't go collect free candy!!!

Creepies and laughs always, xoxox ~*SP

Get the Look - My Wicked Ways Halloween Request

I'm anxiously awaiting this video to upload to YouTube. Not much longer, and it'll be live! So I'll cool my heels and give you a little background on this one. (No, still haven't figured out what's going on with the weird purple fade video yet, but I will!)

This was a requested look by one of my fantabulous YouTube subscribers, and I have to admit... I had a lot of fun thinking about what I'd have to do to come up with something that would impress. AngelHoney08- this is for you! Since it wasn't exactly specified what kind of smokey eye was to be designed.... I kind of took artistic liberty and came up with this:

Yes. Smokey. Gothic. FUN! And bright!!!! The video and my pictures didn't quite capture the hot pinks like I had hoped... So this look, as much as you may think is intense now, is much brighter in person! So without any further ado- take a peek at the video:

Now I have to admit, I did get some new brushes from E.L.F. I'll post what I have later on, and links for you..... Seriously, if you want some professional brushes for pretty much Dollar Store prices... Yep, I'm serious! You can luck out and buy them as a set, and some of the freebie promos they run also get you some brushes. Ok ok ok, I digress.

This is one of my favorite color combinations to work with. Pinks, purples, and blacks- you can't ever go wrong with! I used all eye shadows from Moi Minerals Cosmetics in some great new colors she's just sent along for me to use, review, and swatch. (That's another story for perhaps tomorrow!) There are a few E.L.F. Cosmetics on my face as well. Want to know what? That's below!


On my face:

E.L.F. Cosmetics:

All Over Color Stick in Apricot Beige

Studio Complexion Perfection - disguises redness, yellow, red and blue undertones on your face.

Image from E.L.F. Cosmetics Website

A quick sidenote for color usage:

Yellow- neutralizes red, and brightens complexion

Blue- neutralizes orange

Pink- neutralizes gray

Green- neutralizes redness (perfect for blemishes)

High Definition Powder - Can I say new found Holy Grail in my stash?? Yes... I know, it's not 100% mineral. Notice how smooth and matte my face looks?? Yes- this is why! This is why it's given the a-ok.


Physicians Formula: Organics Mineral Foundation

Lips: L'Oreal lipcolor in Neverending Rose (Sorry Feline, I didn't realize I "stole" it from you! Found it in my bag!)

Eyes:

Moi Minerals:

Mineral Shadows in Psycho (contains carmine), Amethyst Lights, Wicked and Shimmer & Pearls (*)

E.L.F. Cosmetics:
Waterproof Eyeliner in Black

Wet 'N Wild Kohl Eyeliner in Black, and MegaLength Mascara in Black

(*) Cosmetics were given to me free of charge.

I have not been compensated by this company, or any others, for making this video or offering personal opinions. I'm just sharing the fun!


As always, thank you for stopping by!

~*Snarky P