Monthly Archives: June 2011

Summer Must-Have: Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes.

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Now that summer is in full swing (yay!), my makeup regimen is simpler.  On most days I ditch the eye makeup (save for mascara) altogether.  Instead of putting the emphasis on the eyes, I like to play up the golden tan I get during these hot sunny months.  My bronzer gets a lot of face time (literally) and so does Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes ($15).

Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes

Andes is a gorgeous shimmery apricot blush.  It’ll wear nicely on the lightest of skin tones as well as beauties with deeper skin.  If you have a problem with overpacking on your summer vacation — and who doesn’t? — this is a good one to stash in your bag.  It’ll be your blush and bronzer in one. :)

Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes

Just like their eyeshadow, Vasanti’s blush is silky smooth and finely milled.  It adds a nice radiance to the skin instead of imparting a sparkly mess.  It’s the same size (3.2 g / 11 oz) and price as the eyeshadow as well.  If you have a lot of pink in your skin, don’t be scared of this colour; you might be pleasantly surprised.  The neutral tones in this blush counteracts the orange, but it’s not too dark that it’ll look dirty on your skin.  If you’re new to blush, this is also a good starter blush to avoid getting that clown-y feeling. :P

Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes Swatches (day light without flash / with flash)

Wearing Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes

Do You Simplify Your Makeup Regimen in the Summer?

In this week alone, I noticed that I only wore 6 products on average: powder foundation, concealer, bronzer, mascara, brows, lipstick. That’s pretty low maintenance for me! I think one of the reasons is that I’d rather be outside than spend time getting ready inside. Are you with me? :)

How about you? Do you simplify your makeup when it’s hot outside?

Hello! Notice Anything Different?

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This is a game I play with my boyfriend all the time.  Boys don’t usually notice when I had something done or did my hair / makeup differently.  Can you spot the difference?

Before (The kick-ass lipstick is Joe Fresh Fuchsia, BTW)

After

I got highlights for the summer! :)  I’ve been thinking about getting them ever since the weather got nice here in Toronto.  I showed this photo of the beautiful Rashida Jones (girl crush alert!!!) to my hair stylist:

I love how sun-kissed and natural my highlights turned out.  Oh, and my lovely hair stylist is Melissa on Have Some Tea, Look Fabulous.  She is one of the talented ladies from LIFT Beauty Boutique.  If you’re in Toronto and are looking for a fabulous hair stylist, Melissa is your girl!  Besides hair styling, she is also a talented musician, so she usually has some awesome chill tunes playing while you get your hair done.  Give her a try, and if you do, tell her I sent you! :)

How To Smell Good This Summer: My Favourite Fragrances for a Hot Day.

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Lise Watier Bora Bora EdT, Dior Addict Shine EdT, Auric Blends ‘Love’ Perfume Oil, NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Dry Oil

There’s no reason why you have to smell like sweat or armpits on hot days like today.  Besides your deodorant (here’s a good one, by the way), the perfect light fragrance will leave you smelling pretty all day long.  Here are several that are tried and tested, regularly worn and loved by me. :)

Dior Addict Shine Eau de Toilette

I have been having a love affair with my bottle of Dior Addict Shine Eau de Toilette (around $75) since last summer.  It’s a light floral with a hint of fruitiness.  The fragrance’s notes include cedrat, gardenia, raspberry and cedar woods.  I wear this most of the time, but it’s too bad it doesn’t last an entire work day.

In my own words: It’s like I just rolled around in a field of flowers without my allergies going haywire.

Auric Blends ‘Love’ Perfume Oil

Ahhh, Auric Blends ‘Love’ Perfume Oil (around US$7) was an unexpected gem of a fragrance I picked up near the Las Vegas airport.  I don’t think it’s available in Canada though.  It’s a blend of florals and light powder that blends well with my skin.  Because it’s an oil, it lasts longer than an eau de toilette.

In my own words: This is how I ideally would smell like when I step out of the shower.

Lise Watier Bora Bora Eau de Toilette

We’ve encountered Bora Bora before, and now we’re kicking it up a few notches with Lise Watier Bora Bora Eau de Toilette ($50).  My goodness, this is my fragrance crush this summer.  It smells like a mix of florals and a piña colada.  Notes include passion flower, jasmine, rose, amber, vanilla and wood-scented musk.

In my own words:  Tropical beach vacation.  I’d wear this one on the beach while reading cheesy chick lit and listening to Bob Marley.  “Baby don’t worry about a thing… ’cause every little thing gonna be all right.”

NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Dry Oil

If you want a multi-tasking workhorse that you can use from head to toe, you need NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Dry Oil ($42 for 100 ml at Beautyphica).  Like really, you can put this one on your face, hair, and body.  Since it’s an oil, it also leaves your skin with a nice glow, but without being greasy.  This one is heavier than the previous fragrances, but not heavy enough for the day in my opinion.  It’s a complex one that’s hard to explain (sorry!).  Trust me though; it really does smell good.  Just read the bottom line below…

In my own words: I smell expensive.

What are Your Favourite Fragrances for Summer?

Any fragrances that you just can’t stop wearing?