Get the Look - Military Colors Inspired Eye Makeup

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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The requests are awesome, and just keep coming on in! I know I've been doing them out of order... But don't you worry! I'll have all the requested looks done- one way or another! Truth is- I've been so excited to get the requests done... I'm not writing them down in order! One of these days, I'll learn to use a notebook instead of an envelope... LOL Just sayin'!

As such, this was a look requested by Rebecca on my Facebook Page and really got me inspired. Why do just a color or two? Nahhh... I was going ALL out for this one! Thanks for this idea my friend! I hope to see you recreate it and show me!








While you don't need the exact colors I used to get this look, I'll list the colors and companies below so you can pick 'em up if you like... If you're really determined to get the look exactly like this. Basically, you'll need a medium-light green, a medium drab or Army green, and a darker moss toned one. I used black gel eyeliner, but you certainly can use pencil or liquid if you want.

The trick to getting the eyes to look so open is to make the liner on the inside corner of your upper lid as fine as possible. It defines your eye shape just slightly, and the dramatic thick line where your lashes start and the double wing at the outside corner of your eyes really makes them look open and wide. It also helps to tightline the lower lash line- to do that, you just need to apply a very small amount of the black to the lashes only. White eyeliner goes on your bottom waterline, and black to the top one. Voila! Curl those lashes- apply one or two coats of mascara- and you're ready to go!

I kept my lips really subdued. Don't get me wrong- a knockout sexy red would look amazing with the green eyes- but I wanted to really keep the attention to just that. The greens and brown of the eyes. The beautiful thing about this look- is that anyone can wear it. Greens universally look good on all skin tones- again, it's a matter of application and choosing the right colors. A berry toned lip pencil to lightly define my lips, and a swipe of shimmery pink lip gloss finished the look.

All in all, this look can be worn with just about any color except red. Remember- makeup isn't like a tattoo! You can make mistakes, and either cover it up, or wash it off and start over! Don't be afraid to experiment! This look would also look totally awesome if you applied fake eyelashes- talk about dramatic!

On my face:

Too Faced Magic Wand Illuminating Foundation in London Fair.
Physicians Formula Organics Mineral Foundation.
Wet 'N Wild Black Gel Eyeliner, MegaLength Mascara, White and Black Kohl Eyeliner Pencil.
Ulta Lip Liner Pencil in Berry.
Sally Hansen Satin Effects Lip Gloss in Delightful.

Eye Colors:
Orglamix colors in Vetiver, Olive, Espresso and Vanilla Birthday Cake.
Watermelon as Blush.
Magnetism Eye-Primer.

Moi Minerals Cosmetics in Slammin.

And there you have everything that's on my face!

x0x0x0 ~*Snarky P

Get the Look - Rose Gold Eyes

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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I look around and observe makeup that women wear. If you do the same, chances are that you don't see too many ladies wearing anything other than browns, taupes, greens, nudes, and the occasional blue. It's almost as if they're afraid of a resurgence of colored eye shadows will bring about the garish colorings of the 80's. They're avoided. Or they're such a hint of color- they might as well be a neutral tone.

Well- I'm here to disprove that notion. That's right... You can wear different "non-conventional" bright colors on your eyes without looking like a blast from the past- provided it's applied correctly. For the first look of bright colors that typically induce feelings of apprehension, I've used pink. Now before any of you freak out and say "But that's going to make me look like I've got some sort of foreign disease on my eyes..." remember- application is key!

For this entire look I've used Orglamix Cosmetics. This particular color scheme was a request from HockeyHoney87 via YouTube!

Now that we've cleared up the fact that pigments of the bright persuasion can indeed be applied to your lids without making you look like a clown... All said and done, pink can look quite amazing when applied correctly. Variations of this look include using a brown or taupe color in the crease of the eye- instead of a darker pink/red to tone neutralize the look. You can add gray for a smokier eye, or black for the dramatic at heart. Remember- play! Makeup isn't like tattoos- you don't end up with a permanent design! If you make a mistake... A makeup wipe, or cotton ball and eye makeup remover will seconds later have you corrected and ready to continue!

Remember... Have FUN! That's the most important part of playing with makeup!!!

Colors used for Rose Gold Eyes:

Magnetism: Eye Primer

Baie Rose- Shimmery pink shadow with gold and rose flecks; also applied as blush

Watermelon- Soft medium-pink with plenty of pink flecks and shimmer

Red Currant- Medium-Dark pink with a hint of silvery and dark pink shimmer

Slate- Duo-chrome color, white to purple shift, looks gray in pot but iridescent when applied to skin

Wet 'N Wild Eyeliner Pencils in White and Black

Wet 'N Wild Gel-Eyeliner in Black

Wet 'N Wild MegaLength Mascara in Black

Sally Hansen Satin Effects Lip-Gloss in Delightful

Physicians Formula Organics: Translucent Foundation

That's the list of everything on my face!

Thanks for coming by!
xoxoxo ~*Snarky P

I'm a Pseudo-Mommy!

Well, kind of.

My little girl cat Peeps had 4 kittens last night, from 7:30-11:30 pm!

I wasn't totally sure when she was impregnated- even though it happened here by my Mom's cat Hobbes- but I had a good idea it was getting to be time soon. My petite little girl is normally a healthy 5lb cat, and she's about 16 months old. I know- still a little one herself! I was online yesterday to (finally) research what signs to look for when a cat goes in to labor.

Labor Pains... Poor kitteh!

I didn't seriously think that yesterday would be the day though! So there I am, in the morning enjoying a nice big hot cup of tea. And here's my kitty, on the back of the leather recliner I sit in- since I still have a tough time sitting upright for long periods of time. Next thing I know, she's meowing and headbutting me, her way of asking for "rubs" and "scratchies". I indulge her, and start scratching underneath her chin and moving around to the back side of her neck- which she looooooves. I'm still here, reading on signs to look for- not even realizing my cat knew that yesterday would be the day! For weeks- she's been nesting in a box I've kept up in my room. I replaced it yesterday morning because it was way too small- and I figured she'd have 2-6 kittens. No way would she have had the room to move around in that thing.

I had a big tupperware bin that I bought to store clothes in- and since I haven't packed away my summer clothes- I set that up in the corner with newspaper and warm dry towels. Peeps wouldn't have any of it. She summarily hopped out of the bin, once I had placed her in it, and went into her "housie" instead. It's one of those Kitty City buildable blocks to connect together in order to make a big tower of various hidey-holes and scratching posts. I only have this one for her so far... But in she went. I put some old t-shirts and another towel in there... And immediately she started burrowing! Again- I didn't think anything of it...

I sat down at my dresser to put some makeup on- since I was meeting two of my gal pals for lunch- and next thing I hear... Is... My cat purring LOUDLY!!!!!! Yep... She burrowed under the blankets on my bed and situated herself where I sleep- which she does when I'm in bed, not up and around. So I pick up the covers, and she's laying there on her side purring like a machine and head butting me for pets. I couldn't resist... So I pet her again for a good 10 minutes. I got her out of my blankets, and situated her in another one I put on my bed where she curled up, still purring of course, and watched me finish my makeup. When I went downstairs to go, she was following me around... Which isn't unusual. Everywhere "Mommy" goes, kitty is right on my heels. She did, however, meow her disapproval when she saw me pick up my pocketbook.

Out we go- Mom had to drive me, since I'm still not too comfortable getting behind my wheel yet- and we had a delicious Thai lunch with my two gal pals. After a belly-stuffing mouthwatering meal, we ran a few errands and then went home. No sooner was I in the door- my cat was at my feet. I sat down to check stuff on the internet, and my cat jumps up and into my lap. Odd! She headbutted me, and jumped to the back of my recliner again- and sat there for about 15 minutes patiently. That was all though... I got up to get more tea, and she sat down on the floor in front of me and meowed loudly. Ok, I looked at her- and she meowed again and started going the opposite direction as me. I went and poured my tea, and walked to where she was... And she walked a few steps away. I told my Mom "See, that's her telling me to follow her..." and she laughed it off. But I know my cat!

I followed her upstairs, and she went right to her house and crawled in under the towel. I said to myself, nahhhh she's not gonna have the kitties today... But I thought wait, one more try... So I got up and came back downstairs. Oh she wasn't having any of that! She got out of her house, came back downstairs, marched right up to me and meowed emphatically. Oh great- yep, this is it! I followed Peeps back upstairs, and while she made herself comfortable in her bed- I made myself comfortable in mine. She was tired- so I have no idea how long she held her labor off (because cats can do that!) but most likely the entire time I was out for lunch and errands. This was about 4pm, and I fell asleep until 6. Peeps had come up and curled up with me on my bed after I konked out, but when I woke up she moved back down to her house. At this point, she started purring loudly- and stayed this way throughout her entire labor with the exception of the strong contractions when she pushed the babies out.

Concentrating! One and Two are here!

The first one arrived at 7:26 and was the rusty orange kitten. Second up was a white and gray kitten almost 10 minutes later. An hour passed, and at just before 9pm she had number 3, who was a white and cream colored kitten- and the runt of the litter. I know she had at least one more in her- but she settled down and started nursing the kits.

Three little babies <3

At about quarter after 11, I shook the treats bottle and she came out to eat. I also had brought up fresh water and food for her- so she wouldn't have to go downstairs. She got up and came out for a few bites- and then we saw her back end contracting again. Making a quick retreat back into her house, she delivered the blondie and cream kitten at 11:27- and it came out quickly! It looked like a little T-Rex with how it was positioned and squirming! Mama quickly cleaned off the kit, and they all settled in to nurse. I thought she might have had a fifth one still in there- but she settled down and went right to sleep with the babies. It might have been her large milk ducts that I had felt- not another baby!

Giving Momma hugs!

Content Peeps nursing the three kits <3

This morning- I was woken up by loud purring again- and upon saying "Good Morning Mama Peeps and kittens!", she meowed and I swear she smiled at me! She came downstairs with me for fresh water from the bathroom faucet, and again called for me to follow her back up... 

Kittens: 2, 1 and 3

Blondie #4 has arrived!

Momma Cat cleaned them all up quickly!

I'm pretty sure her half yowl/meow was a "Mooommmmm! You gotta come up and help me with these kids!!!" I laughed.... And most of my day has been spent upstairs with my new Momma kitty and her pretty little babies! She's content, nursing her little ones, and coming out for the occasional rub to let me know she's still here. :)

This is the sight I woke up to this morning, and a kitten pile!

4 little bums.

Huddle! It's warm!

Newborn Kittens just over 12 hours old <3

Tips & Tricks - Hide Those Bags!!

I've been sitting here today, not really terribly motivated because it's still raining. Yes, this hurts my back greatly... So while I beat myself up for being lazy today and not playing with makeup like I intended, I'll share one of my tricks with you. I plan to do this more often, in case there are more days it's rainy and my back just decides to absolutely kill me. Let's get started...

This is the only time I'll let you see these...

We all have nights where we just don't feel rested... Right? For me, that was last night. I tossed, turned and hardly slept- and every time I moved it would wake me up. Needless to say- the bags underneath my eyes are a yucky dark  mess... It looks like I got socked twice and have black eyes. Ok, maybe not that bad... But certainly in need of covering up. How to cover them? Well, aside from buying industrial strength super-concealer- a really simple and fast fix. You know that eye primer you put on your lids to keep your shadows from budging during the day? Wait, what? You've got to be kidding me... You need eye primer!! Ok, phew. Yes.... You have some. Makeup application:

1) Moisturize your face with whatever cream you use

2) Grab the primer... And swipe a little under your eyes

3) Using a concealer brush, lightly pat and blend foundation (liquid or powder) over the primer

4) Apply the foundation to the rest of your face

5) Prime your eyelids, continue makeup application

6) Admire your finished makeup in the mirror, and thank me for giving you this little tip :D

Bag-free!

Ok, ok... You don't actually have to thank me, but it sounded cute. At least in my head it did.... Attempting to make my posts humorous! I'm digressing... Yes, the baggy blue half-moons under your eyes are gone. Kaput! Hidden! Never to be shown again! Well, until you wash off your makeup... It's genius! I've had to adopt this practice since I've developed such awful bags under my eyes from lack of good rest, and just generally feeling crappy. This fools everyone, since they take one look and go "Oh you're looking terrific!". It's my little secret. I smile, thank them, and continue on at least looking healthy. I hide it well... But I'm being as honest as I can!

Next time you wake up with a hangover, or your kids keep you up all night... If you needed to cram for a test, but don't want to show up to school looking like a zombie, or scare that cute boy that pops in at work away... Trust me on this one.... Eye Primer works wonnnnn-ders! You'll look fresh faced, bright eyed... And nobody will be the wiser ;)

Get the Look - The Classic Pinup

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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There's few things I love as much as I enjoy doing retro-inspired pin up girl looks. And I don't mean the actual lingerie look on my body... No no no, we're talking what actually makes the look! I'm talking makeup. Dark eyeliner, a hint of color on the lids... And va-va-VOOM red lips!! Get your sexy on!

The beauty of this look is that it can be worn with anything- jeans and a t-shirt, or all dolled up to the nines- and it takes literally 5 minutes to do this. The video is long... Because I blabba-blabba-blabba! LOL

All the makeup I wear in the video is simple- two eyeshadows from My Beauty Addiction in Pink Quartz and Topaz, Midnight Mineral Eye Shadow from Orglamix Cosmetics to make my own eyeliner using MBA's Foiling and Lining Serum, and MegaLength Mascara from Wet 'N Wild. There are the eyes- seriously! Done!

I did forget to put blush on... For this look, either a peachy rosy color to brighten your cheeks, or a touch of bronzer will do the trick with a quick swipe just under your cheekbones. Again- this look is simple, Classic and SEXXXXY!

What are you waiting for?! To finish the look I had, I used Revlon ColorStay lipstick in Top Tomato- which is a perfect red for my skin tone- and BAM! Done! That quick and easy!

So all you sexy gals... I want to see pictures!!
If there's one look I insist you re-create..... It's this one!

Get the Look - SKITTLES! Taste the Rainbow!

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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Taste the rainbow- it's delicious!

I've got spectrum hued eyes... And I'm on a roll! Technically, three videos posted in the past 24 hours... Phew!

I'm totally kicking patooties as far as it comes for video posting lately. I'm on a roll gals... Ok, so here's the look. Skittles- as in the rainbow candy confection that I can't have until I get my braces removed- sooo, a little over a year. These are one of my favorite candies. I just don't really want their ooey-gooey goodness ripping a bracket off my teeth... I'll settle for the colors on my eyes thanks!

Apologies for my giant face... When the image is smaller, it looks oddly oversaturated.

To get this look, a variety of colors from Orglamix Cosmetics were used to get the grab everyone's attention eyes. Basically, you want ROYGBV, along with a muted white and a champagne color.

The spectrum colors consist of:

Red Currant
Mandarin (*)
Citron (*)
Absinthe (*)
Clover
Acai Berry

The lid color is Slate, and the brow shimmer is a lovely color called Champagne Toast. *how appropriate!* I applied these dry so I wouldn't be taking up too much time on camera rinsing the brush, re-wetting, applying color, etc etc etc. Look at how vibrant they come out just dry- imagine wet! Well, you don't have to... I posted a few of 'em over on my Facebook Page for you to ogle an admire- which was done! Sweet like candy! Yes... I totally copped the rainbow look and turned it into Skittles.

All cosmetics purchased by me except when marked with (*) These colors were won in a blog giveaway contest- I did not purchase them.

It's ok... Right??

I sure can't taste the rainbow right now....

But at least my eyes can look like one!

MMmmmmm Jasmine Tea Rocks!

I'm off to grab another cup of tea ;)

Get the Look - Updated New Moon Volturi Inspired Eyes: Jane

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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*cheers from the crowd*

I used the exact same colors I did last time. I put on a light foundation and concealed underneath my eyes so you can't see the awful bags.

My tip for this, especially if you have dark circles there, is to apply your foundation to your face first. Once it's had a chance to dry slightly, take an eye makeup primer and lightly dab over the circles- being careful to not wipe off the foundation. Take a little concealer, or foundation, and with your fingertips lightly pat the medium over the primer. Voila! Say goodbye to circles under your eyes!

The colors I used  from Orglamix are:

Brimstone- a dark, glittery, shimmery gunmetal gray that appears black if applied in more than two layers.

Saffron- a highly pigmented, shimmery and delicious red shadow- reminds me Poinsettias.

Vanilla Birthday Cake- a bright, shimmery, sparkling white eyeshadow used as a highlighter.

Other things on my face:

Physicians Formula: Organics Mineral Foundation Powder in Translucent

Lip Treatment Plumper from My Beauty Addiction in a lightly tinted pink.
Lip Liner pencil in Berry from Ulta.
Wet 'N Wild MegaLength mascara.

There you have it!

Get the Look - Bewitching Eyes for Halloween

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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Ok ok ok, so it's inspired by All Hallows Eve.

I've been positively dying to do a dark, sexy and over the top look. So one night... I did. This is what I came up with! If it needed to be labeled- you can say this is very cyber-goth-esque, definitely a fantasy look suitable for clubbing or a night out... However if you're extra-brave, it can certainly be worn during the day.

The complete list of cosmetics is as follows:

Moi Minerals eye shadow in Panic, and Lip Treatment Plumper Gloss.

I needed the most vibrant purple I could find in my collection... This was it! A rich, beautiful violet with a hint of sparkle was just what the gothster called for.
When I finished up my lips, I put on a slightly tinted gloss to blend the colors slightly together, and moisturize my pout.
(*)Panic was a free sample provided to me.

The Starshine Company eye shadow in Royalty.
The perfect compliment to Panic- this rich pink tone has a lovely purple undertone and flecks, which tied to the whole look and brought it together wonderfully.
(*)Royalty was a free sample provided to me.

Orglamix Cosmetics in Midnight & Black Magic, and Magnetism Eye Primer.
Midnight is a matte black shadow, which I used to outline where I wanted the shape of smoky black to go. Once it was blended out slightly, a beautiful sparkling color aptly named Black Magic was then applied for epic shimmer and sparkle!
Magnetism was applied as a primer first before any of the shadows went on.
(*)Black Magic and Magnetism were free samples provided to me.

My Beauty Addiction eye shadow in Pearl.

This color was used to highlight my brow bone very brightly. This is necessary considering how dark the makeup is- and we want the eyes to literally pop with color! It's a beautiful, shimmery, bright white shadow.
(*)Pearl was a free sample provided to me.

Other ingredients I used, and which were all purchased by me:

Maybelline Ultra Liner in Black.
A waterproof eyeliner I use to "paint" the dots on my face.

Wet 'N Wild Cosmetics.
I used both a black kohl eyeliner pencil to fill in my waterlines on the top and bottom lid. I also used it lightly as a lip-liner for a darker look.
MegaLength mascara was applied in two coats to upper lashes, and one coat to bottom ones.

Fantasy Lashes from Spirit Halloween Store
I picked up these feathery goodies at the store, along with a tube of eyelash glue- and there you see it on my face in their full glory!

FreshLook Contact Lenses in Amethyst.

Yes, they are my own. Yes they are prescription... Yes they cover the blue in my eyes, but I wanted to bring the purple look entirely together and have violet eyes for this occasion.

So there you have it- that's what's in the recipe book for this look!

Get the Look - Everyday Simple Makeup in Neutral Tones

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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What?! Snarky P actually doesn't wear wild and crazy makeup all the time?!?!?! Absurd!

I know it's shocking... Take a moment to catch your breath. There you go ;)

It's true. I don't always go out with wild, bright colors on my lids... Because some days I just don't want to spend the time dicking around with makeup and making it just perfect..... Sometimes I just want to swipe on some color, liner, mascara and go. Oh, and there's foundation and blush too... But that's it!

Applying the makeup goes much quicker than it does in the video- seriously, this takes maybe 6 minutes to get everything done so you're ready to go out the door. I gab a lot, and give hints and tips, along with the introduction and "thank you for watching my video...." blah blah blah's. Overall, to achieve this look- it's simple.

I'm using only four eye shadow colors from Orglamix. One is used for liner. Swipe on mascara, blush and/or bronzer (which is optional) and viola! Finished and ready for a low key day! I also love the fact that I can wear these colors year round- it's just not season-specific.

What's on my face:

Dramatically Different Moisturizing Cream by Clinique.
I use this moisturizer because I find it gives me just the right amount of softness in my skin- and it helps prevent me from breaking out. Additionally, it doesn't cause my skin to freak out and start generating oil- which bothers me greatly.

Physician's Formula: Organics - Mineral Foundation in Translucent- Lightest Shade
In my quest to make my cosmetic routine as natural as possible (minus moisturizer, mascara & lips, sometimes eyeliner) I use this foundation for my face, and also with primer as a slightly heavier concealer. I love how the powder applies and really evens out my skin tone overall. I've been using it for approximately a year, and I've found my skin has considerably fewer breakouts, and my once oily "T-Zone" is practically non-existent. I love it! There are days, of course, and hormones that bring out a little oil... But for the most part, this stuff does its job very well!

Orglamix Cosmetics- Primer & Eye Shadows
Magnetism- a wonderful, silky lid primer which holds colors in place... ALL DAY!

Champagne Toast- a nude, champagne color packed with sparkle.
Espresso- a rich, brown-bronze shade which brightens up my eyes and adds just the right amount of definition
Vanilla Birthday Cake- a white, shimmery and beautiful shadow used as a highlighter in this instance
Brimstone- applied wet as a dark gray, smoky eyeliner
Ginger- mineral blush, which is a rosy, warm toned peach
Topaz- a light bronzer to define my cheekbones

Women with blue eyes can wear almost any colors- but choose carefully and specifically what brown shades you pick out. These are the only shades in the spectrum which may be tougher for blue-eyed ladies to wear.

I'm using Espresso, and I like it because it's a bit more of a "brighter" brown color. There's plenty of shimmer and shine, and it really makes my eyes pop. Blue-eyed girls want to be careful to not pick a really "dark" or "muddy" brown- this will just make your eyes appear smaller and darker than we want to create. For those ladies with green, brown, or hazel eyes- lighter and darker browns will work for you in pretty much any shade. Especially complimentary for green and hazel eyes are colors which have a touch of bronze or gold- it will bring out the gold flecks and really pop the natural colors in your iris for you. Ladies with brown eyes will look amazing with slightly metallic or shimmery shades- since this also will bring out tones not usually seen in dark eyes. The marbling effect is wonderful, wouldn't you agree??

Also, I'm using a great product from My Beauty Addiction.
Foiling & Lining Medium- This liquid medium turns any dry shadow into an instant liner, or can be used to "foil" color onto your eyes- applied wet, the color is more intense and stays put. It does not, however, apply to creme colors.

Wet 'N Wild MegaLength Mascara 
This finishes off the look by defining and darkening the lashes. I haven't bought cosmetics from this company in a long time- because honestly, they didn't use to be that good. But I took a chance- and by all accounts, I love this mascara. I have really long lashes as it is, so I don't need thickening or lengthening for my peepers. However, some of the "normal" mascaras I've used just don't give the same coverage and "oomph" I'm looking for... And thus I've settled with this lengthening one. I don't apply it generously to the tips of my lashes, only because I don't want to extend them out too far- do you have any idea how aggravating it is to slip on a pair of sunglasses and have your lashes touch the lens every time you blink?!?! No? Well... it's enough to drive you mad! Trust me, it is. So if you're looking for a really good mascara, and don't want to pay out the nose for one... This is a brand I would recommend to use.

There you have it- my everyday, typical look when I use brown.

What's your go-to look for everyday wear?

Head Cold... Ugh

Hello there lovelies.

I was going to film myself tonight because I had a lot of requests from some of you sick and twisted fans who want to see me wallowing in my head-cold misery. I can't blame you though- because I'd totally want someone else to do it too! Anyways- for the time being, I'm needing to stay silent. Why, you ask?

Well, I'll start from the beginning. Dad got sick.

And while I know "sharing is caring".... I don't like germs shared with me. I'm one of those people who's the first to catch a cold, never gives it to someone else, and the last to get rid of it. Yes- it's awful. So anyways... I was very surprised when my father was miserable and I had no signs of any infection. Nothing. I made sure to still drink lots of liquid and vitamins just to make sure I wouldn't get it. Now cut to Sunday morning. I woke up with a tickle in my throat and didn't think anything of it- I blamed it on the changing of the seasons... Yes, Autumn is making quite a grand entrance this year. So, I planned on making a video. I got sidetracked into sorting through thousands and thousands of pictures on our main computer (since I'm the one that knows how to spot duplicates, and my Mom looooves to save multiple copies of everything- love you Ma!) and that took a good three hours. Now during this, I get the sniffles. And it started out slowly... Again, I chalked it up to it being a warm day, we cleaned part of the house, it's dusty, and evening was quite chilly.

10:30 and I start working on makeup... Sugar Skull time!

Now I'll say I had a blast creating the video- and scared Ma half to death when she had to come up and ask a question. I don't think she quite grasped what the idea was- but it's alright. Now during filming- my nose starts leaking like a faucet. I'm talking yucky stuff. I was getting mad- because I had white face paint on, every time I went to wipe my nose,  I'd smear some off and it would leave a flesh colored patch that was nigh impossible to hide. Since my skin was damp for a few seconds, the makeup wouldn't stick, but it would cake up on the edges where it was dry. I was not very happy.... Long story short- I got through the tutorial with sniffles and profuse apologies to all you viewers (you'll see when it gets posted!) for suffering with me and my blasted sniffs.

Yesterday morning I wake up... And I wanted immediately to turn right back over and go back to sleep... My entire head was so clogged up, I felt like I had spiderwebs in my head. Downstairs I head, and right into my "sick routine". It's time to flush this thing out. In addition to drinking nearly two gallons of tea during the course of the day and evening- including chamomile, lemon ginger, green tea, Earl Gray, peppermint, apple cinnamon and Jasmine- I also had two glasses of Emergen-C which I use religiously when I'm coming down with and have a cold- lots of good vitamins in it. I grabbed a box of Puffs, and hunkered down in my chair in between bouts of throwing off my blanket and sweatshirt because I was too hot, to grabbing them right back up because I was freezing. Finally, I said enough was enough. In an attempt to feel better, I took to organizing the DVD's. Dad then joined in, and we had them sorted just the right way- and I realized that if I kept moving (the limited amount I could manage) my nose wasn't as runny. But once we were done, it clogged right back up.

This morning I didn't feel worse, but I didn't feel any better either. I'm still going through the bouts of being cold and hot, but luckily I have no fever. I am noticing, though, it's getting harder for me to breathe- so this may be trying to get in to my lungs. Once I can smell again, Vicks Vapo-Rub is going under my nose. Bacitracin is being applied to heal the red irritation my poor honker is suffering from even though I was using Puffs with extra Aloe! The worst thing about today is that I've lost my voice. Yep, I'm sounding like a croaking frog and a whispering child. This cough I have is dry, but it's just enough of a tickle to drive me batty. The coughing fits have made me lose my voice- so I don't think I'd be heard well on camera. So I'm indulging in Hershey's Dark Chocolate ;) Seriously! Chocolate is good for a sore throat... It's quite a good alternative to cough drops which are full of sugar. Yes.... There is sugar in my chocolate bar too.

Anywho... I just wanted to let you know I'm ok :) And that I might film a silent video later on. But then again... I might just go to bed instead, and save my voice for tomorrow!