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Fashion March 29, 2014

got2b POWDER’ful Volumizing Styling Powder by Schwarzkopf

With my days getting longer and and my work load piling up, I definitely don’t have time for bad hair days. The past few weeks I have been spending a lot of time in front of the camera and this little gem helps keep my hair from going flat. I must admit, this powder has a strange texture and feel to it when you first apply it, but boy does it do the trick at giving you tons of volume. My hair is extremely long and lately it just looks flat! I know I’m in desperate need of a haircut, which is somewhat to blame, but my hair has just been lacking that major volume lately. I don’t know why I have an obsession with big hair, but I do, and the bigger the hair the better! I stumbled across this product about six months ago while browsing the hair section at Walgreens. Since it was so inexpensive, I thought I would give it a try. This volumizing styling powder by Schwarzkopf, called got2b POWDER’ful retails for $4.49 at Walgreens.com comes in a little shaker container. You sprinkle a little of the powder on the palm of your hands and gently pat together to get a tacky consistency. You then run your hands through your hair close to your scalp to give your hair that extra lift and volume. This one definitely gets a HIGH FIVE from me. Bravo Mr. Schwarzkopf… what else can I say?

Fashion February 14, 2014

Looks Inspired by American Hustle

It’s Valentine’s Day, and I do realize this post is a little over the top, but my friend and I just couldn’t help ourselves after watching American Hustle a few nights ago. The wardrobe in this movie was amazing, and the hair and make-up immediately had my wheels turning on how I wanted to recreate these looks. Believe it or not, my friend Monet had all of these pieces just hanging in her closet! I know, every girls dream. This movie had me in awe. I loved the sex appeal that these women exuded. I thought to myself, being Valentine’s Day and all, this would be the perfect day to take your look to another level and blow your man away (okay, maybe this is slightly over the top) but just imagine how many heads you will turn! For both looks, we started with my usual favorite Dolce & Gabbana Foundation and Powder. For Monet’s look, I used a toned down neutral palette starting with the eyes. I first used a MAC Eyeshadow in Coquette. I then layered along the lashline, an eyeshadow by Laura Mercier called Black Karat. I lined her eyes, both top and bottom, with my Dolce & Gabbana Eyeliner in Stromboli and completed the eyes with Shu Uemura Farfallina lashes. To warm up her complexion, we used Laura Mercier Warm Bronze Powder and I brightened her cheeks with MAC blush in Peaches. I then layered on a couple coats of MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Ravishing to complete her Amy Adam’s look. This look is perfect for both day and night and wasn’t nearly as over the top as mine. Now on to my look. I started with the sultry, smokey eyes inspired by Jennifer Lawrence. I first applied an eyeshadow by Edward Bess in Mystery. I too added along my lashline (and applied wet) the Laura Mercier eyeshadow in Black Karat for a hint of shimmer. I then completely lined my eyes with Loreal’s Infallible eyeliner in Carbon Black and smudged the liner with the remaining shadow I had left on my brush to create that smokey look. I applied one of my favorite bright pink blushes by Too Faced in Sweet Pink to give my cheeks that extra pop of color. Last but not least, the BOLD red, glossy lips. I used Wet n Wild Lipstick in Stoplight Red and topped it off with a MAC lipgloss called Russian Red. To date, this has been one of my most detailed posts on make-up, and it has also been one of my favorites! I cannot tell you how much fun we had shooting these pics, never mind the looks we got while shooting them. After all, this is Hollywood! So whether you are feeling a little daring or just want a fun look, go out and paint the town RED tonight. Have a fabulous Valentine’s Day! You are guaranteed to turn heads- xo

Fashion January 9, 2014

L’Oreal Paris Elnett Satin Extra Hold Hairspray

It definitely seems like I have been obsessed with my hair a little more these days, which means I’ve been trying tons of new hair products. I have a short list of favorites, most of which I’ve already told you about. I have been a fan of L’Oreal Elnett hairspray long before it was even sold in the states. Back in my modeling days, make-up artists always had a stash they smuggled in from Europe. I was able to confiscate a few bottles myself and fell immediately in LOVE! When they started selling this in the states a few years back, I was super excited. What I love about this hairspray is it has great holding power. You can also brush through your hair and restyle without it leaving build up. I prefer to buy the unscented version, as I don’t particularly like any sort of scented products to compete with my fragrance. I usually buy my L’Oreal Elnett at Target stores because they have it for the best price at $12.99. Next time you need a new hairspray, give Elnett a try. I’m confident it will become one of your favorites too. If only there were “No Bad Hair Days.” Now please get a HOLD of yourself!

Fashion December 2, 2013

Trish McEvoy Instant Eye Lift

Have you ever walked past the mirror mid afternoon and thought “Wow, I look tired.”? Trish McEvoy’s Instant Eye Lift in shade #1 is simply amazing. It is truly one of my all time favorite products. It’s a corrector, moisture booster and fills in fine lines and wrinkles right before your very eyes. You can reapply it as often as needed. I usually just dab a little at the corners of my eyes and gently pat the product into my skin. It definitely gives you an instant eye lift. I also apply it underneath my concealer on those days where I feel like I need a little more help. This little corrector is rather pricey at $38 for a .09 oz tube, but oh is it worth it! I can’t afford to use it every day, but there have been times where this product has saved my life! If you are looking for that one product to splurge on, this is it. It’s worth every hard earned penny.

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