What I’ve Been Up To Recently…

September 26, 2011 | 41 Responses

Hi beauties! You may have noticed that it’s a little bit quiet here on the blog lately. I have exciting news: I’m very busy taking an introductory makeup course in the evenings. I only have two more weeks to go, but I wanted to share some photos for you curious ones out there.

The course itself is very basic, and it doesn’t get any more elementary than colour theory. In the photo was my first horrible attempt at a colour wheel. Trust me, the one I handed in was better than that.

We also learn how to identify face shapes, and unless you have the amazing bone structure of Liu Wen’s, it’s actually not that easy to determine. Most people’s faces are composed of two different shapes. I’m a square. This isn’t new to me. It’s kinda obvi.

I’m picking up a lot of tips and tricks to share with you guys, and once the course is finished, expect a lengthy tips and tricks post from me.

Oh, and not really related to school, but I wanted to share it anyway. I got my hair and makeup done this weekend for the boyfriend’s sister’s wedding, and if I may say so myself, I look pretty damn good. Okay, that’s it. Hair is by Blo Blow Dry Bar, and makeup is by the super talented Rhia of Artistrhi. Thanks for making me look hot.

Boom.

As pointed out by Macnunu, it’s been a while since my pretty cat-daughter has made an appearance here.

She got it from her momma.

LOL! Alright, that’s enough. Hope you guys have a quick and painless work/school week ahead.

MAC Lady Danger Lipstick: Sometimes It’s Good To Be Bad.

June 15, 2011 | 54 Responses

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It happened again guys! Last Friday, I went to the MAC Pro store to look for new goodies to bring home. ”I’m not going to buy a lipstick this time,” I said out loud. Polish Fiend was there; she heard me.

It was all going according to plan, but then Lady Danger ($17.50) followed me home. It really did.

MAC Lady Danger Lipstick

Lady Danger is a matte bright coral red. It has just enough orange in it to make it modern and on trend this season. This lipstick has been on my wish list for a really long time, and I’m glad it’s over. This is the kind of lipstick you wear when you’re looking for trouble. I’d wear this for a special occasion, or on days when I’m feeling extra sassy. Do you have those days, too? Careful though; this one’s a jaw dropper. Want proof? Exhibit A: my slack-jawed kitteh.

“Wow mommy!”

This is my first matte lipstick from MAC, and it’s a good one. The colour goes on completely opaque with just a single swipe. Within the first couple of hours, Lady Danger wears comfortably on my lips (similar to the Joe Fresh matte lipstick), but it does wear drier as the day goes on. I suggest putting on a good lip balm in between touch ups to keep your lips in good shape.

A lipstick colour like this deserves to be the centre of attention, so keep everything else soft and subdued. Here are some tips on how to pull off the look.

Here is a swatch of Lady Danger without lip liner (it doesn’t really need one as it doesn’t slide around on the lips).

MAC Lady Danger Swatch

Wearing MAC Lady Danger

What’s Your Bad Girl Lipstick?

We all have one; the one that gives you an extra boost of confidence whenever you wear it? You already know mine, so share yours in the comments, will ya?

Summer Must-Have: Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora (and Cat Ladyness).

May 14, 2011 | 37 Responses

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Some things that come to mind when I think of summer:

Hot sun and blue skies.
Backyard barbecues.
Ice cream.
Beaches.
Bronzers.
Backyard barbecues.

Pardon me while I wipe the drool off my face.

Anyway.

It’s that time of the year again, when new collections are now rolling out to makeup counters, and they always bring out the best for summer. Summer collections always strike a chord with me. I’m a huge fan of the carefree sun-kissed look because it is — as my friends from the Bay Area would say — hella sexy. Speaking of which, isn’t Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora ($48) just ooze pure sexiness?

Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora

Aurora’s basket weave pattern of golden brown and pinky peach powders creates the most flattering lit from within effect on the skin. It’s something that I haven’t seen from other bronzers I’ve used in the past. It has the most sophisticated glow; you won’t see any chunky shimmer on your face from Dior Aurora.

Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora (close up)

The bronzer comes with a velvet pouch with a pocket for a soft small brush (seen in the first photo). I’m so happy to say that the brush is actually pretty good! However, I still prefer to use a tapered face brush similar to MAC 138 to apply it on my temples, chin and cheeks. Then, I wear more on my cheeks using my blush brush.

Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora (close up)

Since my Dior counter mini-spree (yes, there will be more coming up!), I have used my Aurora bronzer almost everyday and sometimes without any blush. I think that makes it a must-have, don’t you think?

Wearing Diorskin Nude Healthy Glow Powder in Aurora (all over, no blush)

Just Because It’s Caturday…

Scherbie!

Other makeup I’m wearing: UD Toasted all over lid, MAC Soft Brown in crease, MAC Brun on outer corner, UD Sin on inner corner, UD Bourbon liner. On the lips, I’m wearing Chanel Rouge Allure Laque in Phoenix.

Have you hugged your cat today?

What’s Your Favourite Summer 2011 Makeup Collection?

I really think that Dior hit it out of the park with this collection. The two new bronzers are outstanding. I think NARS also has a great collection out. Their Dogon eyeshadow duo and Carthage (hot pink) lipstick kinda make me crazy!