Tutorial :: Simple & Easy Fall makeup tutorial using drugstore products

I Know it's been ages since my last tutorial - I do apologize! I have been extremely busy with nursing school, family and what not :) so hope you'll understand. 


I wanted to do something really easy and simple and i thought this was a perfect tutorial to do! :) Let me know what you think, you're thoughts.. and CC's or any requests, questions, etc! 


Here are the products used:
- Maybelline Stylish smokes quad - natural smokes
- Maybelline line stiletto liquid eyeliner - blackest black
- Garnier Skin renew anti-dark circle roller
- E.l.f. Eyelid primer
- Almay smart shade concealer - light/medium
- Neutrogena Healthy skin liquid makeup in Nude 40
- Milani Liquif'Eye metallic eyeliner pencil in Black
- Milani Baked Blush - Dolce Pink
- Physicians Formula Organic Wear mascara (in black)
- Maybelline Dream matte powder in medium

Video:

Final Look:

I hope you enjoyed the tutorial - i know i had to speak really fast on some parts because i was a newb and edited things out too quickly because i didn't want the video to be too long lol.. better luck next time! :) my next video is going to be my first pregnancy vlog - where i'll show you how big my belly is! (it's big to me and i'm only 4 months). anywho, hope you enjoyed! please feel free to let me know your thoughts! :D

Sigma Products:
http://www.sigmabeauty.com/?Click=3346

Jewelmint - http://jmnt.me/kQHpp8

FTC: all products mentioned were purchased with my own money and I was not paid to do this tutorial. 

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The Beauty Social :: Presented by Beautylish

Hi Everyone! Hope you all are enjoying your week thus far! I wanted to take the time to tell you all about this amazing website called Beautylish.com They are hosting this years most sought out event for beauty junkies! 

For those that know me, I've been a member of Beautylish since they were in the beta stages! I'm so proud to see how much they have grown! I have been to almost every single event they've held in L.A. and i'm so proud to be part of this special event as well.  It is going to be held in Santa Monica overlooking the beautiful ocean on Saturday and Sunday 10AM-5PM


The Beauty Social is a two-day event that brings together editors and experts,
founders and ambassadors, and blogger and vloggers with one passion: Beauty.
Meet and mingle with your favorite industry pros, online gurus, and celebrity
makeup artists and hear their insider beauty secrets.


There are going to be TONS of amazing Beauty Bloggers, YouTube Gurus and so many amazing speakers there. Just a glimpse of what special speakers will be there :

The list of guest speakers and bloggers/youtubers that are coming is just crazy! I'm so very excited to see all my beautylish babes, meet new friends, learn new tips and tricks from these amazing people and just have an awesome time. 


Are you coming? if you live close by or want to fly out for this amazing event - (every ticket comes with a HUGE bag of goodies and is SO worth it - check my last video on the last beautylish event i went to - a grip load of goodies!) 









Just visit the website to check out the schedule here :: http://www.thebeautysocial.com/schedule
Also don't forget to check out the sponsors for this amazing event here:(some sponsors include: Cover FX, Benefit, Urban Decay and MORE)http://www.thebeautysocial.com/sponsors
and lastly, please don't forget to get your tickets ASAP! you won't want to miss this glamorous event!http://www.thebeautysocial.com/register
So if you're going, please comment down below! I'd love to meet you! 

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Tip Tuesday :: 7 Stretches that will take you from tired to bright-eyed :: Total Beauty

7 STRETCHES THAT WILL TAKE YOU FROM TIRED TO BRIGHT-EYED

Hi Everyone - Happy Tuesday! it's always a good idea to start your day off by stretching - here is a really good article on 7 stretches that will take you from tired to bright-eyed in no time.

Why is it that we torture ourselves by hitting "snooze" multiple times every, single, day?

Does it really make us feel more awake after we get those measly 10 additional minutes of sleep? And are we actually even sleeping quality sleep when we know that darn beep, beep, beep … is going to go off at any second? We think no.


That's why we're here to suggest a new approach. Why not take these 10 precious minutes and do something more productive with them, something like a quick, easy yoga routine -- a perfect stretching workout for women -- that will help you look and feel great every day.

We sat down with Kimberly Fowler, owner of YAS Fitness Centers and author of "The No Om Zone" and asked her to create a mini yoga series that would help wake you up, put pep in your step and sharpen your mind. This combination of moves will get your body going by working out kinks, getting your blood flowing and it'll give you precious time for yourself -- to help you set your intentions for the day.

The best part is, you don't need a mat, snazzy workout clothes or anything. Just you, the floor and these poses that you'll aim to hold for 45 seconds to one minute each.

So are you ready to try this -- tomorrow? We are. It's sure to be much less annoying to our partners who may not have the same affinity for that darn snooze button.

See the yoga stretching moves that'll kick off your day -- now.


TO See the stretches/exercises to start your day, click the original article HERE

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Tip Tuesday :: 4 tips for faking Bright eyes :: Total Beauty

Hi Everyone! I know it's been awhile since my last "Tip Tuesday" and the past few tip tuesday's were on fitness, so I wanted this one to be about beauty! I picked this from this awesome website total beauty to share with all of you! :)

Four Tips for faking bright eyes

Tip 1: Apply cold cucumber slices 

I know, I know. You've heard this a million times before, but that'sbecause it works. Place a single slice of cold cucumber over each eye; then relax (with your head propped up on a pillow) for 15 minutes, trying very hard not to fall back to sleep. The cooling, soothing properties of this green veggie help to de-puff swollen eyes. Timesaving trick: Keep a baggy of pre-sliced cucumber in your freezer. 

Tip 2: Camouflage 

Apply three dots of a hydrating eye cream below each eye, then blend into the surrounding area (careful not to encroach on your lashline or your mascara will smudge all day). Opt for a product with light-reflective pigments or brightening ingredients to make eyes appear even larger, luminous, and all-around fresher. (Try Olay Total Effects Line & Dark Circle Minimizing Brush, $21.99.) 

See the 4 tips for faking bright eyes HERE

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Motivational Monday

I Know for those that have been super relaxed over the weekend, it's hard to get back into the Monday grind... but I thought it'd be great to start today off with something motivational. 

So as the picture states, If you change nothing, nothing will change. When I first started my blog I had just started working out.. prior to that - I had always complained about my weight. I was super unhappy with how overweight I was after having my 2nd baby. I looked at family pictures and just wanted to scratch my face out of them. 

It wasn't until I had seen this picture circulate (many times now , on numerous websites) and seen many quotes stating the same thing.. that it hit me.. if i keep complaining about how much i dislike my body and keep eating the same junk.. nothing will change..

it was then when I really wanted to change - I wanted to change for myself. I wanted to be a good role model for my kids :) and my inspiration was my husband. this is what kicked me into high gear! you can't complain about not being happy if you do not do something. whether it be with your diet, body image, happiness at home - if you don't change, nothing will change. 

so i hope this motivates you to do something.. anything :) Happy Monday

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Review :: 'Featured on Pursebuzz.com' :: Milani Baked Bronzer in Soleil

Item: Milani Baked Bronzer in "05 Soleil"

Price: $9.00-$12.00 + tax depending where it's purchased

Where to Buy: Target, CVS, Ulta

Pros: 

• Long-Lasting 
• Can be worn alone (no blusher needed)
• very blendable
• Buildable
• good amount of product
• great for variety of skin tones

For the complete review with Pictures and details, please visit the official review - Located HERE

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Gym Session :: 09/27/2011

My BFF Jayline had invited to take me and my two daughters (and her two daughters) out for lunch for a late bday present (so sweet of her!) and of course if there's food involved - i'm there! lol


So we decided that it'd be best to work out first, so we decided to meet up at the gym and bring the girls to the kids club. I showed her the ropes on working out with weights as she normally did not do that.


We worked out Chest/Back and did one calve exercise. Here is what I did today.:

Back:

- Cable Rows

60lbsx5

60lbsx5
60lbsx5
60lbsx5
60lbsx5

- Lat pull down machine

50lbsx8

50lbsx8
50lbsx8

- High Hammer Rows (alternating)

25lbsx12 

25lbsx12 

25lbsx12 

Chest:

- Bench Press (flat)

45lbsx5

45lbsx5

45lbsx5

45lbsx5

45lbsx5

- Incline Dumbbell Press

17.5lbsx8

17.5lbsx8
17.5lbsx8

- Pec Flys

10lbsx10

10lbsx10

10lbsx10

Calves:

- Seated Calf raises

25lbsx8

25lbsx8
25lbsx8


After our workout, we had to have lunch because we were all starving (mind you i did have a protein shake prior to our workout, but guess baby was still so hungry). I decided to get the garlic fettuccine which was o-m-g delish. probably not the best choice of food for me, but hey - you only live once :) plus i rarely eat out anymore, so it was a nice treat to have.


Afterwards, we stopped by the mall which was where the restaurant we ate at was located.. went to MAC to test out the new matchmaster foundation, which i was colormatched to 2.0 (i'm normally NC25).. but i didn't buy it, wanted to read more reviews before really settling on that foundation. 


Stopped by sephora afterwards to redeem my birthday gift for VIB members. the gift was a bottle of the philosophy birthday cake shower gel, smells just like birthday cake - a real treat!  afterwards had to leave because it was my oldest daughter's back to school night.. so picked up my hubby and went.. i'm so proud of my Big girl :) 


i'm a happy preggo tonight :) i've got midterms tomorrow.. must.. sleep :D 

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