Bill of Makeup Rights

4.23.13

Bill of Makeup Rights: Neon Pink Lipstick

My trend crush on neon sparked when I first wore this outfit for a Washingtonian magazine fashion shoot. Then, last weekend I went shopping in Harbor East in Baltimore (seriously, one of my favorite locations in Baltimore) and fell in love with these shoes at J.Crew (25 percent off!). It was then I realized what was next on my hit list: neon pink lipstick.

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Sure, I have probably plenty of lipsticks at home, but when a girl craves a new lipstick, she goes to her nearest drugstore and picks up a couple more… just in case. After many swatches and neon pouts later, I rounded up my favorite tried and true favorites.

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Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids Lip Color in Pink Pop ($6)—I consider this purchase to be fate (and extremely good timing) because it was the last one left of its shade. I couldn’t be happier with the results—a pretty matte neon hue that wears (and fades) extremely well.

NARS Satin Lip Pencil in Yu ($25)—NARS color pigments are really like no other. While this shade is a bit deeper of a hue, it’s perfect for on-the-go touch-ups.

Stila After Glow Lip Color in Electric Pink ($18)—Stila’s new lip collection for summer falls nothing short of bright and fun (glow in the dark lips? Yes please!). I love the pencil application, making it the perfect nighttime staple I like to stash in my clutch.

Maybelline ColorSensational High Shine Lip Gloss in Electric Shock ($6)—If you prefer gloss over lipstick, you’ll love this drugstore buy (another by Maybelline). I actually layered this on top of my Vivids lipstick when I was craving a more intense shade.

Have a favorite shade of neon pink lipstick? I’d love to hear your recommendations!

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12.31.12

2012 Year-End Purchases

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My year-end purchases:
Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray, $19.50.
NARS Pro-Prime Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base, $24.
NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Roman Holiday, $24.
Bumble and Bumble White Hair Powder, $19.

Hand me a gift card to my favorite beauty boutique, Bluemercury, and chances are I’ll blow it in 30 minutes or less. And that’s (almost) exactly what I did on Friday (with about $60 to spare). With a never-ending rotating routine of beauty products, somehow, I only end up wanting more. I heard good things about Oribe’s Dry Texturizing Spray and after realizing my hair falls flat on day two, I figured this would help perk up my ‘do. Next on my beauty shopping list: eye primer. My usual go-to has always been Laura Mercier Eye Basics but I thought I’d try something different so I ended up buying NARS Pro-Prime Eyeshadow Base. Which then reminded me that NARS makes quite possibly, the best line of lip products… ever. So I treated myself to NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Roman Holiday, a true pink (which I may or may not have also bought because it’s named after my favorite Audrey Hepburn movie). And finally, a new dry shampoo: Bumble and Bumble’s White Hair Powder spray, a true dry shampoo that leaves my hair feeling fresh. And that my dear readers, are my last purchases of 2012 (not including booze and other life necessities). Wishing you and yours a happy New Year!

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12.17.12

Bill of Makeup Rights: Sonia Kashuk Cosmetic Accessories

Photo via Target.comWhat’s the holiday season without a trip to the big city? On Friday, I packed up my bags, stashed all the makeup I could grab and hit the road with my boyfriend and his family. Normally when I’m packing up my must-haves, I’m always playing “eenie meenie miny mo” with my overflowing vanity of makeup products. But thanks to a sweet gem I found in the swag bag from last week’s beauty and spa media event (you can check out my video recap here), I was able to fit all the makeup and jewelry I wanted. I was even more delighted when I realized this deluxe weekender Sonia Kashuk Cosmetic Bag, is available at Target and priced perfectly for just under $30. This weekender has small and large zip compartments, not to mention removable velcro in-and-out cases for simple cleaning. Talk about some bang for your buck!

The past two times I went to NYC this year, the majority of my time was spent hopping around the city for Fashion Week shows so this trip was a nice break from what I usually do. Check out my weekend activities in the big apple below!

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Clockwise from top left: One of the many cool window displays outside of Macy’s, shopping warm and furry hats in Union Square, Rockefeller Center, Christmas photo with the boyfriend.

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12.4.12

Bill of Makeup Rights: Luminous Luminizers

Bill of Makeup Rights: Luminous Luminizers

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The perks of applying makeup in the winter? Glossing your face with highlighter and knowing that it won’t melt down your face like it does in the hot summer months (been there, done that). So it’s no surprise that this post is dedicated to all you illuminating lovers out there. I’ve rounded up my tried and true luminizers (from an extremely affordable $1 pick to can’t-live-without high-end goodies) that are perfect for a night out on the town or for on-the-go appearances. I find that shades of pearly pinks is universally flattering on almost any skin tone. For the ultimate winter glow, make sure you apply moisturizer prior to highlighter to prevent flaky or dry skin. Blend around the temples, top of cheek bones, bridge of nose and cupid’s bow (the outline of your upper lip) for a sweet and dewy finish.

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11.21.12

Bill of Makeup Rights: How To Apply False Lashes

Every time I don false lashes, the following question easily becomes my standard greeting when I’m out on the town: “Are my lashes still on?” Chances are you’ve done that too, but thanks to some advice from a true lash connoisseur, we hopefully won’t have to ever ask that question again. Liv Contreras breaks down the must-have false lash kit, how to figure out what type of falsies are for you and tips and tricks for applying and removing lashes. Just another reason to be thankful this holiday season!

The Product: Lash Appeal Kit, $28; includes individual lash clusters, temporary adhesive, tweezers.

The Expert: Licensed aesthetician and lash connoisseur Liv Contreras, owner of Lashfully, the west coast lash extensions boutique service that I hope makes its way to the east coast soon!

The Advice: “Before applying your lashes think about what type of look you would like to create. If you want a simple cat-eye you will want to concentrate on the outside edges of the eye and use the longer set of individual lashes. If you want to achieve an overall glamorous look you will need to apply a mix between the smaller and larger lashes to get a fuller look. Make sure the quality of the lashes and temporary adhesive are strong. The lashes should be soft to the touch and not feel plastic or bendable. The adhesive should not be super gooey or thick,” says Liv.

The Tutorial:
1. “Apply one coat of black mascara prior to application to get extra bonding of the lashes.
2. Once you begin applying your lashes you will want to use an angled or straight tweezer to get more accurate placement. If your natural lashes grow straight down, use an eyelash curler to give a little lift.
3. Once the temporary lashes are on, you can apply a liquid eyeliner or dark shadow to cover the base of the lashes or any glue mistakes.
4. Remove lashes carefully by soaking a cotton pad in olive oil and press down over the lashes. Hold in place, letting the oil saturate for 5 minutes before gently sliding the lashes downward.

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