Rihanna 'LOVE the Way You Lie' Video

Many gurus have been doing the look of Rihanna's collaboration video with Eminem 'Love the Way You Lie' and now I know why - it's beautiful!  I'm constantly hearing the song on the radio and I have to admit that at first I wasn't so crazy about it.  I guess because I was completely hooked on Eminem's recent release 'Not Afraid.'  Finally, I saw the video this past week and I was like OMG - - - not only her look was amazing the video itself was so powerful.  I have so much respect for the song and I have always been a fan of Eminem so I'm looking forward to purchasing this CD.  The actors Megan Fox and Dominick Monaghan did such a good performance. 
As you may know my favorite colors is purple and blue and even though I'm not sure what colors are used on her eyes this is how interpreted.  Before I began to brain storm, I immediately thought of MAC's BLACK line that came out during last winter.  I LOVED this line!!!!  Sorry for my messy hair I was getting ready to take off my makeup when I said to myself it's been a hot minute that I haven't posted any pics so this is the look I came up with - I hope you like.

EYES:
Creme Color Base 'BLACK' (limited from previous collection BLACK...)
MAC 'Poison Pen' (limited -it's like a purple/grey) on the lid and lower lash line
MAC 'Purple Haze' on the crease and blend
Urban Decay 24/7 eye line 'Zero' on water line (both waterline up and down)

FACE:
Camouflage Foundation n 'lite ivory'
Revlon Photo Ready Powder 'Translucent'
Congo Bronzer
MAC Mineralize Blush 'Dainty'

LIPS:
MAC's Hello Kitty (Limited) Lipstick 'Cute Star'
MAC's Hello Kitty (Limited) Lipglass 'Mimmy'

Lite Skittle Colors (lime/yellow/green/blue)

EYES:

NYX Jumbo Pencil 'Milk' as a base and on waterline

Bitchslap 60 e/s Palette 'Yellow'  - bright yellow on inner lid

B.S (same palette) - lime green on lid

B.S. (same palette) - green on outer lid to crease & blend

L'oreal 'Mystic' Duo - dk blue outer V & blend

L'oreal paint pot 'midnight' on lash line and lower lash line

LIPS:

MAC 'Red Full Body' (limited) lipstick (impassionate is great sub!)

Coastal Scents 'Sweet Anna' lip gloss

Are you feeling a bit YELLOW?!?!

I recently did this look using drug store brand makeup, but my son Ethan erased the pics.  Oh, boy, it seems like Ethan has taken a bit of an interest in photography.  He went on a rampage taking pics, but then again he's 6 yrs. old and I'm pretty sure there will be more montage moments to come, lol.  The original products I used (sorry no pics but the same look) is from L'oreal Duo 'Flamboyant' the yellow color on the lid to the crease; blend out the edges of the crease; and then add any color you like over that edge on the crease.  Now for this look, I used Bitchslap Cosmetics 60 e/s palette called 'Yellow.'  Honestly, even though I wanted a funky look and LOVE B.S.C, I really liked the look using L'oreal.   

Another HUMID Day in NYC..ay-ya-ya...& summer is still officially here yet

WOW, today is another muggy day in New York City and it's not officially summer yet.  I blew out my hair earlier this week but this weather is just too much so I've been wearing my scarfs on my head to avoid blowing it out/styling.  I took my kids to see Curious George LIVE at Nassau Colliseum so I wore my new scarf on my head that I bought for $1.00 at the dollar store in honor of the thyme.

EYES:
Too Face Insurances Primer Potion
NYX Jumbo Pencil 'Milk'
Milani Runaway  Eyes "11 Beach Sand" on lid (love this product.  It can be used wet or dry)
Coastal Scents 88 Color Palette - I used 3 colors (red/a two tune color red/orange//lt. peach for the crease & under lower lash line
Jemma Kidd liquid liner '#4 aesthetic' on upper lash line
U.D 24/7 Gel Pencil 'Zero' on lower lash line (1/4)

LIPS:
MAC 'Soft & Slow' Lipglass (Limited but it's my favorite color)

Pics of Curious George Show:

MAC vs. Cover Girl Lipstain

Don't you hate reapplying your lipstick during the day?  And how many times would that be?  Well, the "solution" may just be by adding a Lipstain to your morning routine.  Introducing Lipstain by MAC (BLACK) and Cover Girl (PINK):

RETAIL - MAC $18 **** COVER GIRL $8.99

Cover Girl - PRO is that it works effectively and well as MAC;

There are many colors to choose to choose from

Cover Girl - CONS - it slightly burns for a few seconds sort of like a lip plumper (lipstain is NOT a lip plumper)

Cover Girl is the SAME size as MAC's Lipstain

Both have the same tip

So why should this be used?  Of course using the old fashion tip lining the entire lips with a lip liner before adding a lipstick makes the color last longer, but you may have to worry about the color spreading off your lips and on to your face especially when using a dark color such as red.  But then there is a solution for that too by applying a lip primer or concealer prior to using a lipstick.  WOW, it sounds like a roller coaster with all the tips that you can use, but to avoid what can become a hassle especially when you're in a hurry is by adding a lipstain...now that sounds simple. 

***Keep in mind using these products your lipstick will still wear off but your lips will NOT be nude.  The lipstain color will still be on your lips so all you have to do is reapply your lipstick.  I used the Cover Girl lipstain yesterday, reapplied twice through the whole day and during the night only had the lipstain on my lips, but it sure looked like I had lipstick on. ***

There are many other vendors who sells Lipstain besides MAC (look in Sephora for more BRANDS) but as you know it may be pricey.  Cover Girl Outblast Lipstain is sure a great substitute for how effective it is and how much money you can save. 

Jemma Kidd a.k.a JK Cosmetics

Hey, it's been a hot minute since I have written on my blog.  I'm pretty sure many of you have heard or tried JK Cosmetics, but for those who have not - LISTEN UP.  This line is sooooooooo pretty and pigmented.  The colors truly gives a good color pay off and it's my new best friend.  It can be purchased at Target or http://www.jemmakidd.com/.  When I first came across this line it caught my eye immediately, but the price really didn't excite me.  An eyeshadow cost $16, which is more than MAC that cost $14.  Every time I visit Target, I will swatch and mixed colors yet never purchase it, lol (i'm a such a makeup junkie) until recently that it was on sale for $13 at Target.  Plus, I had a coupon for $3.00 off so I purchased 4 eyeshadows and 1 liquid eyeliner.  I have been using this product more then 3 wks. now and I must say it's really good.  I have sensative eyes and not once have my eyes had a reaction or experienced redness while using this product.

L to R: Dramatic (05); Modernist (02); VIP (07); Theatre (04)

COLORS: Dramatic (blue); Modernist (purple); VIP (aqua) & Theatre (gold)

This look is inspired by Cathy, Owner of Bitchslap Cosmetics, Master of Makeup...and there's no argument there.  She's so talented and I really loved this look

FACE:

MAC Primer Transparent Powder

Revlon Color Stay Foundation #290 Warm Golden

Revlon Photo Ready Medium/Dark Powder

Milani Bronzer #02 Medium

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish 'Cheeky Bronze'

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish 'Soft and Gentle'

MAC 'Fun and Games' Blush (Limited from Hello Kitty)

EYES:

Too Face Insurance Eye Primer

NYX Eye Jumbo 'Milk'

JK 'VIP' on tear duct working up to inner lid & to crease

JK 'Modernist' on lid & crease AND lower lash line

Urban Decay Palette Alice in the Wonderland 'Underworld' (rich puple) on crease

U.D 24/7 Liner 'Zero' on waterline and top lash line

Maybelline Define-A-Lash Mascara 'Soft Black'

LIPS:

NYX 'Rea'

MAC Lipglass 'Soft & Slow' (L)

Earrings:

Bitchslap Cosmetics

Mother's Day is COMING...SOON

Hey,

Well, you all know Mother's Day is around the corner.  It's on Sunday, May 9th and we all want to get that special gift and of course within a reasonable price.  My mom is a big fan on perfume mainly Jadore so I wanted to change her taste.  I was in PA this weekend so I decided to hit the Crossing Outlet.  I got great deals in Children's Place for my sons and manage to get my mom a nice gift.  I purchase the Sex in the City set for $28.00.  This is a really nice set and the smell is wonderful too.

It comes in a box covered with this pruple wrapping paper with the title on it

This is the box...aint it pretty.....

This Gift Set includes the large perfume, which by the way was being sold for $19.99 alone, a lotion, shower gel and small carry size perfume

Close up...again the perfume smells awesome and the price is so reasonable...can't go wrong.

It does come in different colors with a different fragrance, but this one shine them all.  So Happy Shopping for those who haven't bought their gift yet and good job for those who could and did.