MOTD: L.A. Girl Cosmetics

I love incorporating brighter colors to my makeup looks especially for summer and I am so happy how this one turned out.  I actually used the L.A. Girl Cosmetic Glide On Gel Liners as an eye shadow.  I basically just scribbled Goldmine all over my lid, let it set and I was good to go.  So easy but the results are long lasting color.   I did have to use a makeup remover (my go-to remover is MAC Cleanse Off Oil) to break down the liner but at least I know that It stays on!

Colorful up-close makeup with L.A. Girl Cosmetics

Details on this look:

• L.A.Girl Cosmetics HD Primer White
• Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade Ebony
• MAC Cosmetics Saddle Eye Shadow - Crease
• MAC Cosmetics White Frost Eye Shadow - Highlight
• L.A. Girl Cosmetics Glide Gel Liner Goldmine - lid
• L.A. Girl Cosmetics Glide Gel Liner Gypsy Teal - Bottom liner smudged out
• L.A. Girl Cosmetics Glide Gel Liner Very Black eye liner top
• L.A. Girl Cosmetics Glide Gel Liner Champagne inner lower eye
• House of Lashes Iconic Lashes
• Eye Kandy Cosmetics Glitter lower lashline
• L.A. Girl Pro Concealers for Contouring( Beautiful Bronze - contour Medium Beige - highlight)
• MAC Cosmetics Soft N Gentle Mineralize Skinfinish for added highlighter to the cheekbone
• L.A. Girl Babydoll applied lightly

Review/Swatches The SoLa Look Lipsticks

I wanted to do a quick review/swatches of The SoLa Look Lipsticks.  The colors are rich and gorgeous with a matte finish.  Usually with matte lipsticks my lips tend to start peeling and feel very dry in the middle of wear.  However, with these lipsticks I did not experience any peeling or dryness.  They are so comfortable to wear I totally forgot that my lipstick was even matte. The swatches below are all taking in natural daylight.  Sometimes I wish I could bottle up this type of lighting and release it whenever I want.  It is perfect for swatches as it gives the true color. 

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Gina is a soft pinky-mauve shade, perfect for everyday wear.  If you are not a fan of bright lipsticks this is the perfect color for you.  I love how it's still light in shade but really works well with yellow/golden skin tones.  This shade is the right amount of neutral/light but with a hint of color that's still noticeable but not over the top. It can complement any makeup style from neutral eyes to deep dramatic eyes.  I can't wait to try this color on a bride who wants that lovely neutral toned pink.

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Carolina a brighter magenta pink with a matte finish.  Beautiful color to wear in the summer paired with a shimmery neutral eye or even a hint of gold.  In the swatches I applied two coats but you can totally tone down the intensity with one layer.  I find with brighter matte lipsticks you can really see all the fine lines on your lips and the dry patches.  But not with the SoLa Look Lipsticks, super moisturizing because of Sodium Hyaluronate - keeps lips soft, smooth and hydrated and their 24-Hour HydraTechnology – provides intense hydration for lips.  I should also mention that the lipsticks are paraben-free, lanolin-free and fragrance-free and all made in the lovely USA!  Major pluses if you are sensitive or allergic to certain lipsticks.

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Janelle is my favorite color out of the three!! I just love it and I think I should stock up on this color.  I haven't really come across this particular mix of coral, red, and pink in a lipstick before.  It is drop dead gorgeous! I've been wearing it out for the past couple of days and people have been asking me about this shade.  I like to pair this lip with neutral eyes so the color get all the attention.  If you had to pick a color for summer I would recommend Janelle, you will love it!

I hope you guys enjoyed my posts regarding The Sola Look Lipsticks! Thanks to David from The SoLa Look for letting me try them!

Review/Swatches: L.A. Girl Glazed Lip Paints

L-R ->  Bombshell, Pin-Up, Coy, Hot Mess, Blushing, Babydoll

The L.A. Girl Glazed Lip Paints are the ultimate liquid lipsticks that provide high impact color and shine.  The shades are more  on the brighter side,  creamy when applied and finishes with pure color and a light shine.  I love the minty sensation to the lip product and the opaque coverage all the colors provided.  I must say a little goes a long way, seriously.  A small tiny amount on the slanted applicator will give you enough to coat your lips for a full coverage look.  Take a look at the swatches below to find your favorite.

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Thoughts:

• For the price you can't go wrong especially since they are under $4 for each one you can easily grab a few of these
• Shop on Drugstore.com to grab your fav.
• My favs? I can't really pick one, I love all of them.  Natural? Go for blushing.  Summer fun? Hot Mess is a trendy shade.  Smokey eye? Babydoll will complement your look to the fullest! I love pin-up too for something different than a true red.
• The Glazed Lip Paints did not feel stick at all, super creamy and my lips didn't feel dry at all. 

Which one do you think you are going to try?

MOTD: Colorful look for summer

Quick MOTD post for you today using L.A. Girl Cosmetics. I am head over heals with the Gel Glide Eyeliner Pencils.  They are soft, creamy, come in a variety of colours but most importantly stays on once set (give it about 15 seconds). I am serious, this liner does not move!  I even used makeup remover to remove the Royal Blue color and it was still on until I washed my face.  If you are looking for an eyeliner that will stay in the water line and will not budge this is for you.  I've tried so many eyeliners but I really have to say this eyeliner is the best! Did I mention the eyeliner is only $5?!?! YAHOOOOO now you can collect all the colors. =)  You can thank me later. P.S. I will have swatches of the liners that I have so you can start your shopping.

Back to the look..

• Shadows: MAC Swish (lid), Quarry (overall crease), Shadowy Lady (outside corner), Blanc Type (highlight), White Frost (inner tear duct for highlight).  To create the sharp clean edge use masking tape before eye shadow application.
• Brow: Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade Ebony
• Liner: L.A.Girl Gel Glide Eyeliner Very Black (top) and Royal Blue (bottom)
• Lashes: Elegant Lashes Mystic
• Foundation: MAC Studio Fix Fluid NC40
• Blush: MAC Harmony and Margin Powder Blush
• Lips: L.A. Girl Semi-Permanent Auto Lip Liner Pink Parfait and L.A. Girl Glazed Lip Paint Bombshell. **Swatches of these Lip Paints will be up soon!

Have a great day!

MOTD Wedding Makeup Soft Smokey Eye

This was look was inspired by one of my upcoming brides.  I love the shimmer but yet soft smokey look that brings definition to the eyes for a bride. I always think of bridal makeup as the more glamorous you - pretty, romantic and still you.  This is what I love to do - working with the bride to make her feel beautiful and most importantly enjoy her special day.  Last year I was a bride and it was just a magical time to finally be the bride and not the makeup artist (but I did do my own makeup, more about that later).

Here's the list of products to achieve this look (please leave a comment below if you would like to see  a tutorial on this).

EYES:

• L.A. Girl PRO Eye Shadow Primer in Nude
• Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette - Foxy (highlight), Bootycall (lid), Tease (crease and blended up), Pistol (outer half of lid) and YDK mixed with Blackout (outer corner to create smokey)
• Colourpop Super Shock Shadow I (Heart) This to create more shimmery to the lid and inner corner
• Get Lucky Super Shock Shadow smudged on the bottom inner half of the eye
• L.A. Girl Gel Glide Eye Liner Pencil Very Black **OMG best eyeliner EVER! This liner does not smudge seriously, waterproof and budgeproof.  Will do some swatches next week.
• Elegant Lashes #138

FACE: P.S. Use code: VILLALOVE for 40% off on Belletto Studio Airbrush Makeup

• Foundation:@Bellettostudio airbrush F6Yellow Dune
• Contour: Belletto Studio F7Yellow Nutmeg
• Highlight: Belletto Studio F3Yellow Latte,
• Blush: Belletto Studio Antique Rose
• Setting Powder -> Purely Cosmetics Diamond Setting Powder (the only setting powder I will use from now on.  Full review coming soon).

LIPS:

• MAC Cosmetics Whirl Lip Pencil
• L.A. Girl Babydoll Glazed Lip Paint mixed with MAC Cosmetics Clear Lip Glass.

To all the brides out there getting married ... CONGRATULATIONS, BEST WISHES and enjoy the moments!