EEP!

I can't wait!!!

It's been a while...

Hi guys!!!

     I know it's been a while, so I wanted to hop on here and talk about a few goodies I've got lately. :-)

First off, if you follow me on instagram (lrzuber09), you would have see this:

I purchased these about a month ago. I absolutely LOVE Sigma's brushes. I'd really like to get the Synthetic Essential collection and then I might be set for a while. :-) I was beyond shocked how pigmented the Paris palette is. It's not an every day (at least for me) palette but it's nice for special occasions.

Today I applied Versailles all over my lid/brow bone area, very lightly with E55 the and then used my Sigma E15 to line my bottom and top lash lines with Louvre. It's a simple look using a bold color that won't get TOO noticed. ;-)

The Sigma MAXBag is HUGE!!! It'll be great for my personal travel.

I'll admit, Sigma brushes ARE NOT MAC brushes, however, they have some that are very similar and some that preform the same tasks as some MAC brushes, with great quality and a great price. Some are true duds, but some are pure perfection!

I also purchase the new NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer. I was at Sephora and kindly asked the girl which shade she thought I should get. She had me take a seat and swatched Finland and Alaska on me. Alaska would work if I had a LITTLE more color, but Finland blended right in. I'm so sad about that though. That means anyone lighter than me will have to skip this product. :( I really love it. I'm in love with Origins VitaZing (picked up a back up with my NARS) but some days I want a TAD more coverage. The NARS is great at that and then I usually top if off with NARS Loose Powder in Flesh.

Yes, I'm very weird about that stuff.... I like to stick brands together.

I think the next few things on my wishlist will be the MAC Electric Cool Shadows. It's very tempting to get them all, but I know a few of the colors won't get the love they deserve.

I am also dying for the new UrbanDecay Smoky palette and then they just released their Naked Skin Foundation with the Optical Blurring Brush. Eep!!!

I should also mentioned I ordered the 3 Sugarpill Cosmetics palettes with Bulletproof Eyeshadow.  I.CAN'T.WAIT!!! So not my normal thing but this shadows I've heard great things about and I've been wanting them for a while.

It's been a really good spring/summer for me. I've had 2 weddings, including 2 trials and 1 lesson. It was a great experience. I was a little nervous for the first wedding, but once I started, it all just fell into place. I was booked to do the bride, her mom and her future sister-in-law's eyes. However, after I started on the bride, her sister wanted her makeup done as well! And then her future sister-in-law wanted her whole face done, and then 2 more bridesmaid's wanted their makeup done! Thankfully I had no plans for the day and easily made them all more beautiful!

The second wedding was a bit less stressful. ;-) I did the bride's makeup and her maid of honor as she rarely wears eye makeup. Beautiful girls to work with. The maid of honor is getting married this October and I think she'll book me then too. Actually her friend's mom's already enquired about it. ;-) 

Well, I think that's all I have for today!

Thanks!!!  

Urban Decay Haul

15 Year Anniversary 24/7 Pencil Set - $92

Swatches: http://www.temptalia.com/urban-decay-15th-anniversary-247-eyeliner-set-review...

Preen Shadow Box - $16 (Originally $30)
Not currently avaliable anywhere. :-(
Swatches: http://www.sirvinya.com/2009/12/review-urban-decay-preen-shadow-box.html

Eyeshadow; X and S&M - $17
Swatches: http://www.temptalia.com/urban-decay-alice-in-wonderland-eyeshadow-palette-re...

Eyeshadow Primer Potion; Sin - $18
Swatches: http://www.temptalia.com/urban-decay-sin-eyeshadow-primer-potion-review-swatches 

Rollergirl Palette - $32
Swatches: http://www.temptalia.com/urban-decay-rollergirl-summer-2011-eyeshadow-palette

Simply Simple

When my alarm went off at 9:55 PM, I really didn't want to get out of bed. I reset it for 10:05. I really need to leave the house by 10:20, but usually it's at least 10:25. It's a good thing work doesn't seem to mind be being late. (My shift is 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM; so if I'm "late" I just work over the few minutes.)

I threw on some jeans and a taupe shirt and really wanted to do a neutral look. Sadly, that look I did Sunday night! I settled on something a bit more less dramatic, if you could call Sunday's look, that. Mushroom from BoS Vol. II would have been perfect! Oh well, I do like how simple this came out.

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Paint Pot - Painterly

MAC Eye Shadow - Vanilla (Brown Bone)
UD Book of Shadows Vol. III:
- Maui Wowie (Lid)
- Suspect (Crease & Lower Lash Line)

- Midnight Cowboy Rides Again (Inner Corner & Brow Highlight)
UD 24/7 Pencil - Zero (Upper Lash Line - Smudged)
Cover Girl LashBlash Fusion Mascara - Very Black

Loaded with Money

I sure wish I was... sometimes. I sure hope I'd eventually have makeup overload, though! I must say I feel guilt when organizing all my pretties to find some haven't even been used ONCE! I just don't have enough eyes! Haha. Anyways, here's today Book of Shadows III Look.

I must say, much like the Naked Palette, this one lacks some Brow Bone color(s). It's a little more okay with this palette, since I feel the Naked Palette is to be a bit more "all in one" than this one. I don't feel like the Book of Shadows are realistic to travel with.

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Paint Pot - Bare Study

MAC Eye Shadow - Vanilla (Brown Bone)
UD Book of Shadows Vol. III:
- Money (Lid & Crease)
- Loaded (Crease & Lower Lash Line)

- Uzi (Inner Corner & Brow Highlight)
Cover Girl LashBlash Fusion Mascara - Very Black

Urban Decay: Naked Palette - My Thoughts

So, I've had the palette for almost 2 weeks and used it 6 times.

• Urban Decay Naked
• Naked @ Work
• Gray Naked
• Brown Naked
• Mauve Naked
• Smoky Naked

I must say, if you like neutrals, or simple looks, pick this up! It's a good price ($44 - it's permanent, so don't pay the outrageous amounts on eBay), comes with 12 eyeshadows (just for those, $3.67/ea. - which are almost the same size as their full-size at $17/ea.!), a dual-ended 24/7 Pencil (Zero/Bourbon) and even a mini Primer Potion, which should last you a long time.

Of course, it's by Urban Decay, who has AMAZING shadows, even if some of them are overloaded with chunks of glitter. ((See my Glitter Shadow tip.)) The glitter is something I could do without, however, they can be tastefully applied if you know how to work with them.

Personally, the only con I can see, for myself, would be the lack of Brow Bone shades. Sure, this palette is great for all skin tones, (Fair-Medium: Naked; Tan-Deep: Buck) but, being limited to only one color, I can see that one (in my case, Naked) getting used up fairly quick. If you use a light hand, Virgin can be a great Brow Bone color, too, but sometimes it's a bit much to use Shimmer shadows all over. The Matte-ness of Naked or Buck really breaks-up the look and completes it, in my opinion. To "save" your Brow Bone shade, make sure you only apply it there, and not all over (lash to brow) like you might be used to. If you use the Primer Potion, your Lid color should stick to it so no need to layer a shadow underneath it.

A quick word about Urban Decay's Primer Potion:
This is my most used Primer (I also own Too Face Shadow Insurance and NARS Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base); and while my original tube is without the crooked doe-foot, I still dig in it to finish it before I decide to pitch it. I don't think it will be worth my time to cut it open, etc, especially when I just bought the Professional Size (which should be permanent!). I have what apparently seems to be super oily eye lids. I have to LAYER my primers and this is why you find me usually using a MAC Paint Pot on top of my UDPP. If you don't have MAC Paint Pots, or don't want the added color, try using 2 layers of UDPP, if your shadow seems to crease with just one. I find this works well, too. Just be sure to let your first layer dry a bit before the second. I usually do my eyebrows while the first is setting.


A quick word about Urban Decay's 24/7 Liner Pencils:
I haven't tried the lip pencils, but find the eye pencils very good for my top or bottom lash line. For my waterline, not so much. I don't find they show up near as pigmented (which is part of the reason I bought colors besides black) and you really have to make sure you waterline is dry before applying, or they just won't show up. Honestly, I don't even try to use them on my waterline anymore. Urban Decay does say they can be used for the waterline (inner lid) so maybe they do work for some, just not me.

Rockstar Love

I had originally thought about using Pinks, however, after applying Bordello, I was immediately drawn to Rockstar. This color is half the reason I caved and bought the palette!

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Paint Pot - Bare Study

MAC Eye Shadow - Vanilla (Brown Bone)
UD Book of Shadows Vol. III:
- Bordello (Lid)
- Rockstar (Crease & Lower Lash Line)

- Midnight Cowboy Rides Again (Inner Corner & Brow Highlight)
UD 24/7 Pencil - Zero (Upper Lash Line)
Cover Girl LashBlast Fusion Mascara - Very Black

Very QUICK BoS Vol. III Look

So, I did it... barely! When I woke up, I really didn't feel like putting on eyeshadow. I'm back on nights (11pm - 7:30am) and since I really don't see anyone until they start arriving in the morning, for months now, I haven't really put any effort into my makeup. However, I really wanted to come through for you guys, and went for a very neutral look. It was quick, easy and I'm fairy impressed with my choice(s).

One tip when using Urban Decay (or possibly any other brand) SUPER glittery shadows: dip your brush in, as you normally would, but make sure to tap it off VERY well. With a good brush (I use mostly MAC) the color will stay but the majority of the glitter will fall off. A bit of glitter is fine, but on your cheeks, it's not intended for!

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Bare Study Paint Pot
UD Book of Shadows Vol. III:
- Suspect (Lash to Brow Bone)
- Smog (Crease &; Lower Lash Line)

- Midnight Cowboy Rides Again (Highlight - Brow Bone & Inner Corner)

Cover Girl LashBlast Fusion - Very Black

Smoky Naked

Yippie, I succeeded in using my Urban Decay Naked Palette all week AND taking pictures! Lets hope I can do the same for my Book of Shadows III, next week! Today you get a FULL Face of the Day, and not just eyes. I wore different foundations this week to see what looked best/lasted, and while I can't pick a clear winner (yet), I do love my NARS Sheer Glow. :-D This is actually the first day this week I wore any lip color. I generally drink water all day long (out of a bottle) so I find it kind of pointless to wear lipstick.

Face:

Clinique Pore Minimizer T-Zone Shine Control

NARS Primer with SPF

NARS Sheer Glow - Fiji

NARS Concealer Duo - Vanilla/Honey

NARS Pressed Powder - Flesh

MAC Blush - Dollymix

MAC MSF - Smooth Merge

Eyes:

Benefit Powderflage

Smashbox Brow Tech Trio - Brunette/Taupe

UDPP

MAC Paint Pot - Soft Ochre

UD Naked Palette Shadows:

- Darkhorse (Lid, Crease & Lower Lash Line)

- Creep (Lid)

- Naked (Brow Bone)

- Virgin (Inner Corner & Brow Highlight)

UD 24/7 Pencil - Zero (Upper Lash Line & Waterline)

MAC Opulash Mascara - Bad, Bad, Black

Lips:

MAC Lipstick - Angel

NARS Lipgloss - Turkish Delight

Urban Decay: Book of Shadows Vol. III

YIPPIE!!! It's here!!! But by a slim shot!

I was sitting at my computer, reading Google Reader, as I normally do when I get home from work, when I see someone else got theirs in the mail, today. CRAP! I FORGOT TO GET THE MAIL!!! I looked at the clock and saw it was 4:28! Our P.O. closes at 4:30! (I live in a tiny town without postal delivery, so we have a P.O. Box.) I quickly hopped in my car and drove the 4 blocks, ran in, opened my box and saw the slip for a package! The door to the main desk was closed, but I attempted to open it anyways. THANKFULLY the lady was still there and let me get my package. Usually she's not that nice... but that's another story.

This is so beautiful so grab one while you can! I really regret not getting the Alice in Wonderland one... maybe I'll be able to nab one on eBay for a decent price... someday. Someone out bid me by $1 for a fairly good priced one ($71 plus 10 shipping). I so would have won, but I was bidding on my slow BB as we were out shopping. :o(

A sticker?!

Look, it was originally Flipside!

Mauve Naked

Yes, another Naked Look. :o) There will me another tomorrow as well. I really liked today's look. I must say I'm pretty impressed with how the photos turned out, too.

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Bare Study Paint Pot
UD Naked Palette Shadows:
- Naked (Brow Bone)
- Toasted (Lid)
- Hustle (Crease & Lower Lash Line)
- Virgin (Highlight - Brow Bone & Inner Corner)
UD 24/7 Pencil - Zero (Upper Lash Line)
Cover Girl LashBlast Fusion - Very Black

Brown Naked

And yet another look with my Naked Palette. I'm trying to use it all week!
I went for browns today. I think I really like this one. :-)

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Bare Study Paint Pot
UD Naked Palette Shadows:
- Virgin (Brow Bone & Inner Corner)
- Half Baked (Lid)
- Darkhorse (Crease & Lower Lash Line)
Cover Girl LashBlast Fusion - Very Black

Gray Naked

Another look with my Naked Palette. I really like this before leaving the house, but as the day went on, I wasn't to keen on it. I'm thinking if I had used Black liner on my Top Lash Line, it might have looked better.

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Bare Study Paint Pot
UD Naked Palette Shadows:
- Naked (Brow Bone)
- Sin (Lid)
- Gunmetal (Crease & Lower Lash Line)
- Creep (Deep Crease)
- Virgin (Highlight - Brow Bone & Inner Corner)
Cover Girl LashBlast Fusion - Very Black

Naked @ Work

Okay, not literally, but here's my look for the day. Very simple and quick.

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Bare Study Paint Pot
UD Naked Palette Shadows:
- Naked (Brow Bone)
- Sin (Lid)
- Smog (Crease & Lower Lash Line)
UD 24/7 Pencil - Whiskey (Upper Lash Line)
Cover Girl LashBlast Fusion - Very Black

Urban Decay Naked

Hubby & I decided to go on a quick shopping trip (if it's an hour away, it's a trip, right? LOL) and go out to dinner, so I thought I'd use my new palette and a lippie I picked up last weekend. My shoes or shrug/shall/jacket thingee didn't really go with the browns I picked out, but OH WELL! BTW, fashion is NOT my thing! I kinda hide in my clothes, so I like doing my hair and makeup... maybe if people see that they won't notice my horrible fashion "taste" or how fat I am, haha.

Face:
Clinique Pore Minimizer T-Zone Shine Control
NARS Primer with SPF
NARS Sheer Glow - Fiji
NARS Concealer Duo - Vanilla/Honey
MAC Cremeblend Blush - Joie-De-Vivre
NARS Pressed Powder - Flesh
MAC Blush - Joyous
NARS Bronzer - Laguna
MAC MSF - Soft & Gentle

Eyes:
Smashbox Brow Tech Trio - Brunette/Taupe
UDPP
MAC Paint Pot - Soft Ochre
UD Naked Palette Shadows:
- Sidecar (Lid & Inner Half Lower Lash Line)
- Darkhorse (Crease & Outer Half Lower Lash Line)
- Creep (Deep Crease)
- Naked (Brow)
- Virgin (Inner Corner & Brow Highlight)
Laura Mercier Eye Liner - Black Ebony; applied w/ MAC Water Based Mixing Medium (Upper Lash Line)
MAC Chromagraphic Pencil - Black Black (Water line)
MAC Opulash Mascara - Black

Lips:
MAC Lip Pencil - Trimmed in Pink
MAC Lipstick - Impassioned

Urban Decay Haul

I signed up for the email notification, about a month ago, for when the Naked Palette was back in stock. Their website said they would send emails out, in batches, in order of who signed up first. Monday morning, I got my email! I actually hesitated about purchasing this palette, but I went for it. :-) Also, to get free shipping, I picked up the UDPP Pro Size, but look what happened when I went to squeeze some out! However, I just got off the phone with UD and they are sending me a new one, free of charge. Hopefully it was just a bad one and not a bad batch! I haven't heard of this happening to anyone else.

Naked Palette

Mini UDPP


Pro Size UDPP in a squeeze tube


Cream Shadow Sample


Oh no, my UDPP tube split open!!!