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Instaglam with Rodial-Banana Powder, Contour Powder, and Liquid Liner

*I received these products for review*

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My face.  I always think it ‘needs work.’  Don’t get me wrong, I do indulge in Instagram filters and love the Snapchat filters, but walking around everyday? Can’t use those digital ‘enhancements.’  In addition to great skincare (which I really need to get around to posting about since SO MUCH has changed), I make use of colour correction.  These new products from Rodial have really upped my ‘flawless, filter-esque’ appearance.

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Passport to Revlon Shake It Up in Shanghai-giveaway!

China has always been on my ‘travel bucket list’ -and even though I know I won’t be jetting off anytime soon, Revlon’s ‘Shake it Up in Shanghai’ Collection has the travel bug inside me ready to go, go, go!  Be sure to check out my Instagram for a chance to win  all  8 products in the collection!

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The Look:

Revlon Color Stay ShadowLinks in Moss and Khaki

Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner in Jade

Revlon Bold Lacquer Mascara in Blackest Black

Revlon ColorStay Gel Envy in Checkmate, Blackjack and Diamond Top Coat

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Nothing excites me more than a Smokey Eye that IS NOT greys or black….in the Shanghai collection, it’s a Deep Green.

Dare to Wear a Deep Green Smokey Eye:

-Apply shadow in Moss on the lid from the inner corner to the center of the eye.  On the outer edge of the eyelid, apply the Khaki shade.  Fade the colours together.

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-Line lashes from inner to outer corner.  Create an extra smokey effect by moving the liner’s sponge tip in a circular motion.  Finish with mascara.

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-Dab Shanghai Sizzle onto lips for colour intensity.

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-Alternate nail shades on every other nail, and be sure to seal with the top coat.

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Do you see yourself jetting off to any exotic location anytime soon? Go to my Instagram account, like and comment on the below photo for a chance to win the ‘Shake it Up in Shanghai’ collection!  Winner picked on October 16th, 2014!!! *Giveaway open to Canadian residents over the age of 18!*

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WHOAH-check out this look…..Holiday or everyday? Tell me!

I don’t often do this, but I like this look SO DANG MUCH, I have to post it so you can see it and duplicate it!

Lego_Email_Blast2.1.1This look is beautiful for your latest  office party….or the evening mass, or New Years Eve (of course).  If you’re me, you would wear it to work! Isn’t it beautiful? It’s the perfect blend of gold and smokey….I just adore it.

So obviously I’m late posting this. Honestly, I am going to replicate this for my next ‘special occasion’-I just can’t stop staring at it!

Tell me about your latest look or your ‘go-to’ party look…..have any suggestions for me?

My favorites from…….Clarins!

Not too many makeup items here-I don’t know about your area, but in Canada, when Clarins releases a new collection, if you’re not there to get it when the store doors open, you will miss out.  I can’t tell you how many times I’ve tried to pick up a lipstick or powder and they are completely SOLD OUT.  Frustrating, but it does speak to the brand’s popularity.  For now though, let me entertain you with my favorites:

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Clarins 3 dot liner has been on my list for awhile now.  If you know me even a LITTLE bit, you will know how much I abhor tightlining (a.k.a. lining the upper water line to give the appearance of bigger, lush, lashes and eyes).  It feels weird, and my eyeliner runs (and I’ve tried more than 1 type of waterproof eyeliner).   This product allows me to press gently in-between my upper lashes in order to achieve the same look sans weirdness!  Brilliant!

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Beauty flash Balm-which I’m currently out of.  I’ll never forget the guy who showed me this product at the Clarins Counter at Eaton Centre (I have got to go back and visit him-he was so great!).  This is the perfect little bit of highlight for people who don’t highlight.  It’s subtle, but it’s there….it looks fresh and radiant.

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Face treatment oil-I love oils for the face.  Love love love them.  This is one of my *newer* favorites-especially since as of late, my skin has taken a turn for the oily.  This product balances my skin, I use it at night only!  Since I’ve started to use the product, I don’t have to wash my face in the morning….I just splash water on it, eye cream, serum, moisturize and I’m done.

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Body treatment oil-I’ve had cellulite since I was a tween….and I was a tween before the word tween was even invented!  *GASP*

Seriously though, I have some dimples here and there (if you need to explore that, go to the posts where I talk about my many many different body sizes over the years right here).  I think everyone has some areas that they’d like to firm up and that’s just what can be accomplished with this product.  This is another product that I use at night, and it’s actually recommended that you shower after using it (leaving it on for 20 minutes or so). I often use it at night and shower it off the next morning.  I love the fragrance as well.

And there you have it, my Clarins favorites.  I’m interested in exploring more of this brand so let me know your favorites in the comments section below!

 

My favorites from….. MAC

I couldn’t do this series without mentioning MAC.  I credit MAC with getting me interested in cosmetics.  Please note….the below photos do NOT encompass my entire collection but what I’m showing you truly are my favorites! I also have some items from MAC that are unopened and while I know they could be potential favorites, I decided against including them in this post.

 

My favorites from MAC

My favorites from MAC

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My favorites from…… Caryl Baker

The third post in the ‘my favorites’ series, Caryl Baker came to mind.

Caryl Baker is a Canadian based company that has boutique stores across Canada offering cosmetics and skin care (products and services).   At first glance, I didn’t know what to make of the brand as I had no knowledge prior to landing in Canada.  However, I’ve grown fond of some of the products….see below!

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Caryl Baker Perfect 10 BB creme

Caryl Baker Perfect 10 BB creme

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