Monday, January 5, 2015

December Beauty Favorites!


L’Oreal True Match Foundation
            This foundation has been my favorite for a long time, but ever since I purchased the Makeup Forever HD Foundation, I stopped using True Match for a while. I completely forgot how much I loved it, though! When applying, it almost melts into the skin and blends in flawlessly. I love how lightweight it feels, but it has great coverage (medium to full!). I don't like my foundation feeling and looking extremely heavy especially on a day-to-day basis, so this is a great foundation for me. I like using this on days where I want to look put together, but I don’t want to spend a while blending in foundation!

Benefit 'Porefessional' Primer
            When I first purchased the sample of this primer, I absolutely hated it. It made my foundation slip and slide everywhere and it was not a good product for my oily skin. But, since the weather and my skin have changed since then (thanks winter!), I gave this a try and loved it! It almost blurs out any and all imperfections and fills in my pores. This primer definitely creates an even and flawless base for my foundation. I think I’ll only be using it in the colder months since my skin is very oily in the summer time and requires a different primer.

Anastasia Beverly Hills 'Contour Kit'
            I put off purchasing this kit for such a long time, but with all the holiday coupons and sales at Ulta, I had to pick it up! The powders and colors in this palette are perfect for contouring, highlighting, setting, and bronzing up the skin. They are very soft on the skin and blend in seamlessly. I’m not an expert at contour, but the powders make it so easy to create definition on the face. It definitely is a favorite of mine. I wouldn’t say everyone NEEDS it, but if you love contouring and highlighting, I definitely recommend this!

MAC ‘Cherry’ Lip Liner
            I’ve been so obsessed with lip liners recently! They all pretty much have a matte finish and stay on for long periods of time. MAC’s ‘Cherry’ lip liner has definitely been my go-to red lip color for the season! I’m not a fan of the red lip, but this color is perfection! I can wear it with a dramatic look or a daytime look. I love how versatile it is, but I especially love wearing this bold lip color when I’m barely wearing any other makeup. All I need are strong brows and a bold lip!

Monday, December 29, 2014

The Little Things: Feeling Confident

There are days when I feel like I have lost all hope, where everything I do goes wrong. My foundation isn’t blending in smoothly. My wings are uneven. I have nothing to wear. Whatever the case may be, there are some little things I do to make myself feel just a little bit better. It can be anything. Listening to my favorite song, applying a bold lipstick, or spraying on some of that sweet smelling perfume that I love oh so much!

Confidence can originate from many places. Some of us are naturally confident no matter the circumstance. Others find confidence in their intelligence, preparedness, looks, or even material possessions. Whatever the case is, everyone finds inspiration and belief in oneself in a number of ways.


The Little Things That Make Me Feel Confident

* Killer shoes (i.e. thigh high boots, Louboutins, or some funky Jeffrey Campbells)
* A bold lipstick (i.e. ColourPop’s ‘Creature’ lipstick)
* Actually doing my hair
* Amazing lashes (thank you falsies!)
* Threading my eyebrows (Gotta have a strong brow game!)
* Being prepared (i.e. For that big math test or for a night out)
* ODESZA, Beyonce, Kanye, Lana Del Rey

Although these little things make me feel confident in the way I look, I have to remind myself that this is only one tiny part of confidence. Confidence is such a huge topic and after meditating on this, I realized that there are a million of other branches of it. You could be the best looking person in your college, but if you are not confident in yourself to achieve academic success, you won’t go far.
Whatever it is you’re trying to achieve (academic success, feeling good about yourself, getting that promotion, etc.), do so with confidence. Believe in yourself and do whatever it takes to do so, because if you don’t have confidence in yourself, who else will?

Friday, December 26, 2014

Grey








outfit
Sweater: Forever21 | Jeans: Frame | Boots: Seychelles | Bag: Louis Vuitton 'Neverfull' | Sunglasses: Kaitlyn | Lip Color: MAC 'Cherry' Lipliner

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Music On Repeat (5)

Finals week has definitely come into effect. I have given up on looking nice and dedicated myself this week to lecture notes and math problems. Music is still essential to attending to finals week protocol, though! 


* Purity Ring - push pull
* ODESZA - Say My Name (Markus Schulz Remix)
* Lana Del Rey - Big Eyes
* Vagabond - Her (Petit Biscuit Remix)
* Petit Biscuit - Right Now

I hope everyone has a productive and successful finals week!