Akenaj Janeka

Influenster: The Paradise VoxBox

2013-08-25T11:44:00.002-07:00

I was excited to receive this voxbox from Influenster. The Paradise VoxBox was sent to me a couple of days ago and I was surprise to see the goodies that were mailed to me. Here is what I received:

"OLAY FRESH EFFECTS" It was great to see this full size Olay Fresh Cleanser. Now, I have tried other cleansers from Olay but never this one. What is great about this cleanser is that it does minimized the shine on my face, and I truly do love how clean and fresh my sensitive skin felt after using this cleanser. It states that the Olay Fresh Cleanser retails for $6.99. I would most definitely buy this cleanser once it runs out as it does as it promises.

You can check out there site at. www.olayfresheffects.com

I was truly excited to receive this in the Paradise VoxBox. I have been wanting to buy these insoles for a very long time now. I do love high heel shoes but it seems as they do not love me back. (LOL)

Every time that I wear a pair of nice heels my feet can only support them for the minimum of maybe 10 minutes. These Dr. Scholl's For Her are very comfy, I tried them with a pair of 3inch heels and they were not bothering as they have in the pass. I have these 5 inch leather boots that I bought but still haven't worn them (as we are still in the summer season) but once the Fall season comes along I will be rocking them happily of course with the Dr. Scholl's For Her. I do recommend them.

Retail price for the insoles $10.99.

This is the NYC New York Color Sparkle Eye Dust eye shadow in "Smokey Topaz".

The color I was sent is very pretty and very shimmery, I do see myself wearing it more towards the Fall Season. I must warn you though, you need to be careful when you open up the package and when you apply the product as it is a Dust eyeshadow and so there can be a lot of fall out. I do suggest to use this product (along with any other eyeshadows) with an eyeshadow primer. This NYC Eye Dust retails for. $2.99. A real steal. They state that they have 10 shades in all, and for $2.99 each it makes it very easy to buy all 10 shades.

Now this brush kind of reminds me of the type of brush you use to brush out a horse's hair. Whats unique about this detangler is that they have long and short bristles.

It states that it gets through tough tangles. I gave this brush a try last night to detangle my shampooed/air dried hair to see how well it works. The product did detangling my hair pretty well but my scalp is very sensitive so I did have to be extra light and careful when using this brush on my scalp as it did scrape my scalp a bit. The bristles are a bit sharp so do be very careful as you do not want to scrape your scalp as well. Other then that the product is easy to use. The Goody TangleFix retails for. $7.99-$8.99.

I really love this Moroccan Oil from Suave, It really is a great oil. Now I've always used BioSilk on my hair after I straighten it, but I received a sample of the Suave Moroccan oil (prior to receiving this bottle in the Paradise VoxBox) and decided to use it a couple of weeks ago. I have to say that I truly love the way this product left my hair after I straighten it. It did not weigh my hair down, it minimized my fly aways and it left it so pretty and shiny, not greasy. I checked out how much this product retails for and for a 3FL. OZ bottle it goes for, $3.49 at Walgreens. I'm pretty sure that you can find it for the same price in other stores like Target, RiteAid, CVS etc. I will buy this product again once it runs out and I do recommend using this Moroccan oil from Suave to you gals out there.

Here is my video on the box opening:

*PLEASE KNOW THAT I AM NOT GETTING PAID BY INFLUENSTER OR ANY OF THE COMPANIES OF THE PRODUCTS SHOWN HERE. THIS HAS BEEN MY HONEST OPINION ON EACH AND EVERY PRODUCT(s).*

Influenster: Palmolive "Soft Touch" VoxBox.

2013-05-14T12:12:00.003-07:00

I received the Palmolive Soft touch voxbox from influenster a few days ago. I know alot of you females out there do not wash your dishes by hands, but there is still a few of us out there who do not to use our dish washers. I guess that I am old school like that as I do have a dish washer but tend to use it a couple of times a year as I am more used to washing the dishes by hand.

I received 2 dish detergents from Palmolive from their "Soft Touch" line. From the information that was given to me it states that the formulas on the dish detergents are mild with a touch of vitamin E, Aloe or coconut butter. There's 3 Soft touch dish detergent from Palmolive but was only given 2 to review and give my honest opinion on the soaps.

I tried out the vitamin E detergent (also known as the pink one) first to see how well it left my dishes nice and clean as well as how it left my sensitive hands feeling after using the detergent. I really do not have any complains as it did clean my dishes very well and I didn't have to keep on adding soap to the sponge. I can honestly say that it did leave my hands feeling soft.

On to the Aloe dish detergent (also known as the green one) I actually like the scent on this one over the vitamin E dish detergent. It also did its job leaving my dishes nice and clean & not to mention leaving my hands feeling soft as well. From the 2 that I tried out I like the Aloe one the best but then again I have to try the coconut butter detergent as we all know that coconut butter is very good for the skin.

Here's my review and first impression on Youtube.

"I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes."

Influenster: Sugar 'N Spice VoxBox 2013

2013-03-18T16:54:00.004-07:00

I received the Influenster Sugar N Spice voxbox today and was delighted to find the goodies that were inside. ;)One of the items that were in the voxbox was this Belvita Breakfast Biscuits. They do claim that these breakfast biscuits are a good source of fiber and b-vitamins. Contains no fructose syrup and have 18-20 grams of whole greain per 50 gram serving. I must admit that these biscuits do taste pretty good, so I would most def buy again.

The next Item I received was this Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer total Moisture. I actually like the scent and how light the moisturizer is, not greasy & its very easy to use. I would be buying this product again.

I also received these Dickinson's Towelettes. To be honest I've never used any of these types of towelettes nor have I ever purchased any, so I was happy to received these to give them a try. A person with combination skin like myself can benefits from these towelettes and the best part is that its great for sensitive skin which Its no secret that I have sensitive skin. So I used a towelette today to test it out and to my surprise the towelette actually made my skin feel refreshed. I would actually buy these again once they run out.

It was nice to receive these trio. Its the Colgate Optic White Regimen. I have used the optic white toothpaste before but not the mouthwash or the toothbrush as I use the spin brush. Maybe using all three will give my teeth a boost towards getting whiter. Cross my fingers. ;))

And last but not least I received a box of the Nectresse sweetener which I have never tried before but I have tried Splenda, and Nectresse is from the makers of Splenda. I used it on a cup of tea just to try it out. I actually like this sweetener better than splenda but most of all I like the fact that it is 100% natural.

Here is a video with all the products that I received from influenster. :)))

Head & Shoulders: Damage Rescue review

2012-12-13T18:57:00.000-08:00

Good Ole Influenster sent me a vox box containing a full size of Head & Shoulders shampoo and conditioner from their new Damage Rescue line. I was excited to receive the shampoo and conditioner as I am the type of person who likes to switch up the shampoo and conditioner that I use here and there. I've already used the shampoo & conditioner once already and my honest opinion on the product is that I LOVE IT!! I actually loved the way it left my hair. It didn't leave it hard and frizzy as a lot of the shampoos and conditioners that I've used in the past have left my hair. It was my first time using the Damage Rescue line of Head & Shoulders and I am going to continue using the product as it does state that you will start noticing your dry/damaged hair become more nourished as it nurtures the hair and scalp with 'Intensive Care" in just four washes and your hair will be left 10x stronger which is a A+ for me.

Over the years my hair has gotten weak and thin, not to mention that I've never had dried itchy flaky scalp (which I do now) , so fingers cross I'm hoping that the H&S Damage Rescue shampoo and conditioner will help my hair out with giving it some much needed TLC.

Don't forget to check out their Facebook page at:

http://www.facebook.com/HeadandShouldersForWomen

This is a picture of my hair after 1 use the H&S shampoo and conditioner. Keep in mind my hair is not styled here nor does it have any hair products.

Below is My review that I posted on my Youtube Channel.

Simple, easy, everyday makeup look

2012-11-28T16:26:00.001-08:00

Someone on one of my youtube videos left me a comment asking me if I can do a simple makeup look as a lot of the looks that I do can be a bit to loud and bold for some people. So I did this look which is simple and easy to do and like I've stated it can be an everyday look for some. For this look I used a black eyeliner pencil, black eyeshadow, brown eyeshadow, pink blush and a light pink lipstick w/ a pink lipgloss.

Here's the video on how I created this look.

How I scrunch up my hair. (The Wild Look)

2012-11-28T16:19:00.001-08:00

Just wanted to show you guys how I scrunch up my hair to create 'The Wild Look". I do not have curly hair, I have wavy hair so I'm able to sometimes manipulate my hair to look curly. In the video I post the products that I use on my hair to help me achieve this crazy look. LOL

Here's the video showing you guys how I create this hairstyle.

Stars @ Night Look!

2012-11-28T16:02:00.001-08:00

In this look, I'm using my BH Cosmetic eyeshadow palette once again, along with my NYX Gold Liquid liner and some gold glitter from NYX just to add some shimmer to the look.

Click on the video to see how I created this look.

How I cut my hair using the CreaClip.

2012-11-28T15:52:00.001-08:00

Who doesn't love going to a salon and getting their hair done beautifully? I know I did, but what I didn't like was how much I would have to pay after getting my pampering session. Please know that I am in no way knocking salons or hairstylist, as I know we all have to make a living somehow. I'm just saying that with the way the economy is now a days its nice to get the same effects by doing my hair myself for a fraction of the cost to nearly nada! How do I cut my own hair you may ask? Well a couple of years ago I was searching for ways that I can cut my own hair in layers the way I always like getting it cut but didn't dare touch my hair as my hair was growing longer and I wanted to keep it that way. I didn't want to go to a salon because the last time I went to get my hair cut the stylist cut off a good length of my hair (which needless to say I was not happy) :( So on to my story, as I was searching for ways that I can cut my own hair (which I saw a couple of ladies in the YOUTUBE WORLD cut their own hair), I was kind of afraid to do the same as I thought I was going to mess up my hair, but then I came across this Youtube channel of this product called CREACLIP and saw a few of their videos showing the viewers how with their product you can cut your own hair evenly without messing up your hair. Yes I was interested and I basically watched all of their videos. I went to their official website to see how much they were selling their product and to my amazement If I remember correctly they were only charging $30. I'm not sure how much they are selling their product now but in reality, the product pays for its self in the long run as you and I know that you get charged @ a salon more than the price you pay when buying a creaclip. If any of you guys are wondering, I am not affiliated with their company nor am I getting paid for this review as this is just my honest opinion on this product. I have no complains whatsoever on this product and I encourage any of you guys out there who are willing to cut their own hair to give this product a chance. I don't regret buying it and I'm pretty sure that you won't either. I will post a video on how I cut my own hair using the creaclip. Hope I was helpful to any of you guys out there. BTW I can't find their actual website but you can find their product @ Amazon.com.

This is how the product looks. You get 2 different size clips.

Here's the video on how I cut my hair using this product. Hope that it is helpful to some of you guys out there.

Going Pink!

2012-11-28T15:14:00.002-08:00

Using the pinks from the BH Cosmetics eyeshadow palette.

Click on the video to see how I created this look.

My Sunset look!

2012-11-28T15:08:00.002-08:00

Using my BH Cosmetics 120 eyeshadow palette 1st edition.

Click on the video to see how I created this look. ;)

My Review on products that I received from Influenster (Latina Beauty VoxBox)

2012-09-04T12:11:00.002-07:00

Thanking Influenster for sending me such great products to review for you guys, I received the Latina beauty Voxbox which had a few goodies inside so that I can test them out and give my honest opinion on each products. The first product that I'm reviewing is:

NYC Liquid Lip Shine in the color NUDE YORK, first time using this lipgloss, PROS: Love the lip color, nice smell to it, Stayed on, didn't need to keep on applying it.

CONS: I really didn't like the applicator as it was a bit flimsy, I like applicators that are a bit more sturdier. Final Thought: I would definitely buy the NYC Lip gloss once this one is done. You could visit there site at: www.newyorkcolor.com

NYC New York Color Liquid Lipshine

Straight from the city that never sleeps, NYC New York Color offers products with uptown style at down-to-earth prices, from $.99 - $4.99. The energy, style and color of New York City shines through the wide range of shades, textures and innovative products. NYC always delivers the most on-trend products & shades hot off the runway!

A beauty-editor favorite is Liquid Lipshine ($2.49). It has pure pigments that created a 3-D gloss effect. Vitamin E provides shine and a moisturizing feel. The formula is non-sticky, super shiny & soft. Available in 10 on-trend shades from neutral nudes, to berries & fuchsias. Start shopping for NYC at these stores nearest you: Walmart, Target, Rite Aid, CVS, Family Dollar, Duane Reade, Kmart, HEB, and others. Visit newyorkcolor.com to check out all shades and fun products from New York Color!

I actually used this on my son a lot because he is a football player and he's out in the sun a lot during practices and games so I decided to test this protect out on him. PROS: Great smell to it, very hydrating like the package says, Did protect from the sun. CONS: Wish it was more water/sweat proof. Final Thought: I would buy this product again as it did its job. http://www.hawaiiantropic.com/

Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration™ Lotion Sunscreen SPF 30

Also available in SPF 12, 30, 50!

With its ultra-luxurious hydrating silk ribbons, Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration™ lotion sunscreen nourishes and pampers skin while providing broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection, and 12-hour moisturization when out in the sun.

Where to Buy

You can find Hawaiian Tropic products at most major retailers.

Suggested retail price: $8.99 for a 6oz bottle

I love this shower gel, you get so much out of this one little bottle.

PROS: Love the smell, love how a little goes a long way so the product does last. Lathers superbly.

CONS: NONE.

Final Thought: I would MOST Definitely buy this product once this bottle goes empty.

Bath and Body Works Shower Gel

NEW & Improved! Shower Gel NOW WITH SHEA! Bath & Body Works exclusive formula is now enriched with Shea Butter, making it the richest, bubbliest lather that gives you softer, cleaner skin.Moisturizing Aloe Vera and skin-loving Vitamin E combine for lather that bursts with fragrance!F Exclusively at Bath & Body Works.

Where to Buy:

You can find Bath & Body Works products at a registered retail store near you!

Suggest retail price of the Shower Gel: $11.00 (Full Size, 10oz.), $5.00 (Mini Shower Gel, 3oz.)

http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/home/index.jsp

Click on the video to watch my review on this product.

http://www.veet.us/

VEET Ready to Use Wax Strips, Leg & Body

This summer, keep your skin smooth for longer with VEET® Ready-to-Use Wax Strips for Legs & Body. The strips are specially formulated to remove hair on legs, underarms and bikini area from closer to the root than shaving for smoothness that lasts up to 4 weeks.

Where to Buy:

You can find VEET Ready to Use Wax Strips at Walgreens, Target, CVS, Rite Aid, Walmart!

Suggest retail price of the Wax Strips: $9.99

Cute little combo from Tampax, which came with 3 panty liners, 2 tampons and one infinity pad all in a cute wristlet pouch, I was asked to give this product to a friend so they can test it out so I decided to give it to my niece (minus the tampons) as she already goes through her lady days. The design of the wristlet is so cute especially for young girls. She loved it.

http://www.tampax.com/en-US/home/home.aspx

I really do like these pads. I have bought the longer ones as they are better for me in my heavier days of my lady days. PROS: Nice and thin, great light scent.

CONS: None.

I would buy these pads again, and whats great is that it came with a $5 coupon. :)))

So overall, these products are pretty good and I do recommend you guys purchasing these products and test them out yourself to see if it fits your needs. Please know that I am not getting paid for this review and that I'm stating my true opinion on these products. Feel free to visit www.influenster.com to see if you earn badges and receive products that you can test out yourself. Hope you enjoyed my review. :)

http://www.always.com/en-us/home.aspx

Always Radiant Infinity Pads

Always Radiant Infinity pads feature a unique technology that conforms to each individual shape, delivering premium protection. Always Radiant Infinity pads are part of the Radiant Collection, a new complete offering of premium tampons, pads, liners and wipes that meets all of a woman’s feminine care needs. The new Collection stands out on shelves and features packaging and wrappers that compliment any girl’s unique style, making these products must-have accessories any time of the month.

Where to Buy

The Always Radiant line is available at retailers nationwide. Click here for more info.

Suggested retail price: $3.99 - $5.49 (16 pads), $7.49 - $9.49 (32 pads)

What an Honor to receive this award!!!!

2012-08-01T21:57:00.001-07:00

I know that I do not have much followers on my blog, but the ones that I do have have been more than supportive to me and to my blog page which I am truly thankful!!! I just received this award from the beautiful Butterscotchchick who in all her sincerity and sweetness thought that I deserved this award. Along with receiving this award I am required to reveal 7 things about myself that you the reader may not know about me, so here we go.

1. I'm a Pisces

2. I'm a Catholic/Christian

3. I'm a gamer, yes I love playing video games!!

4. I love to meditate, wether in the form of praying the Holy Rosary or just taking some quiet time and doing breathing exercises. It helps me out a lot

5. Do not like the summer

6. Very family orientated

7. I'm a worrywart, I'm constantly worrying about everything in life, I guess thats why I meditate. lol

That is all that I can think of. It was kind of hard for me to think of what I should write down about myself because believe it or not I don't like sharing much about my personal life with others as I do tend to be a private person with certain aspect in my life. I know it must be silly of me but thats just the way I grew up to be.

With this award you have to pass it down to another blogger, and since I do not have many followers I guess I have to choose the one blogger that has not received it yet. So I send it to Maquillalo, I want to send it to her because I do believe she also deserves it.

I would love to say a big THANK YOU to Butterscotchchick once again for being such a big supporter and for having such a beautiful kind heart that she loves to share with all. <3

How I do The Smokey Eyes Look

2012-07-13T13:16:00.004-07:00

I love to play around with my makeup. I did this smokey look which is simple and everyone has created the smokey look before but I also wanted to give it a bit of pop by using some gold. You know that I love gold. lol In this look I used the black and brown shadow from my BH Cosmetics, as well as the black shadow from my Naked Palette. I've also applied a bronze eyeshadow color from cover girl. I used my black NYX jumbo pencil only on the lids, NYX gold liquid eyeliner, and the gold glitter for the eyes. For the cheeks I used the FIT Me blush in Mauve. And finally for the lips I used a nude color lip liner from Rimmel, a sandalwood color lipstick topping it off with a clear lip gloss.

Cover Girl 4KT 260 Cofe SHP

I love this shade, I forgot where I bought this lipstick so I apologize for that, but I'm pretty sure you can find it online. The shade is called "Do The Hustle" and its from m.vie.

Here is the video on how I created the look.. :)

DIY: Avocado Mask for the Hair & Face

2012-07-13T12:44:00.004-07:00

I love making my own mask wether if its for the face or for the hair, just knowing that I am using all natural ingredients makes me feel great. I have in the past bought expensive facial masks, facial toners, and moisturizers and nothing really compares to what mother nature has for us. Comparing the ingredients from a store bought product like moisturizers, toners, etc. if you look at the ingredients on the labels theres some ingredients that I can not even pronounce as to all natural products you know exactly what is going into your skin. I also believe that using natural products is much more healthier for your skin and for the hair. I made this video to share with you how you can make a simple hair and face mask with just using ingredients that you find in your kitchen and believe me when I say that it is also so beneficial to your hair and face/skin. I have color treated hair which is also thin and I love applying this mask as it leaves my dry frizzy hair feeling soft, strong, shiny and manageable. I encourage you all to do your own research and to try out this mask and see if it works for you. Please do not try the mask wether if its for the hair/skin/face if you are allergic to any of these products.

Some of the benefits of using avocado for the hair: Helps prevent hair loss and promotes hair growth.

-Avocados are high in vitamins B & E which works to protect and strengthen the hair. Vitamin B is great for hair growth and Vitamin E helps repair damage on the scalp.

-Avocado also moisturizes dry/damaged hair.

I love extra virgin olive oil so much. I used evoo as my night moisturizer and its so beneficial to the hair as well. Some benefits of using evoo for the hair:

High on vitamins A & E, also rich in Biotin and Niacin. Great for moisturizing the hair especially if its dried and damaged hair.

Honey is such a wonderful product. I also love using honey as a face mask in its plain form, but its also great for the hair. Some of the benefits in using honey for the hair:

Honey is a humectant which means that it holds on to water molecule and there for is very hydrating to the hair.

How to do the hair mask:

use 75% of the avocado

1 TBS of EVOO

1 TBS of Honey

Start to mix and mash the ingredients together making sure that there is no big chunks of avocado. Start applying the mix to damp or dry hair and leave on for 20/30 minutes. Once time is up its time to go rinse the mask completely out of your hair and shampoo.

Time for the Face Mask

Benefits of using avocado for your face:

High on vitamins A & C it also can help slow down the signs of aging. It has Anti-Microbial properties , it also moisturizes the face.

The benefits of using Strawberries to the face:

High on vitamin C which also promotes anti-aging and helps to reduce wrinkles as well as blemishes. Strawberries are high on antioxidants. (Some people are allergic to strawberries, so if you are one of them please feel free not to add strawberries to this mask).

Benefits for using honey on the face:

Honey has natural antioxidants its also anti-microbial. Honey also has the ability to absorb and retain moisture, its also great for treating minor acne.

How to do the face mask:

Using the last of the avocado which you should have 25% of the avocado left over

2 Strawberries

1 TBS of honey

Start to mash up the avocado and strawberries making sure you do not leave any big chunks, then add the honey and start to mix all of the ingredients together. Make sure that you cleansed your face prior to the mask. Apply the mask and leave on for 20min then go rinse out the mask. Your face should feel very soft.

Hope that I was helpful. Here is the video on how I did the mask for the hair and for the face. :)

My Skincare Routine

2012-07-07T12:22:00.001-07:00

Hi Guys, I wanted to share with you what I do as far as for my skincare routine. I do have sensitive skin so I have to be careful with what I use. I do tend to break out especially in the summer time. In this video I'm showing you the products that I use which consists of a gentle cleanser, Honey, Apple Cider Vinegar, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Please note that I do explain in the video why using these products are great for your skin). I love using these products as they are very natural except for the cleanser, lol but I am very big on natural products and I hope that you guys will give it a try, that is if you are not allergic to any of the things that I mentioned. I always encourage people to do their own research and to see what natural products works best for them. I hope that this video can be of some help for some of you out there.. Remember guys, MOTHER NATURE HAS US COVERED!!!

Cleaning my makeup brushes!!

2012-06-28T17:35:00.001-07:00

Cleaning your makeup brushes is so very important because as you may or may not know bacteria can grow inside of your makeup brush and can also collect germs and dust ( no one wants to be applying dust mites onto their face/skin), not to mention that your makeup application will work better with a nice clean makeup brush rather than a dirty makeup brush. Its also important for maintaining your skin nice and clear and free from all of those nasty enemies trying to live inside of your makeup brushes.. You should cleanse your makeup brushes at least once a week but it also depends on how often you use them. If you use your makeup brushes every single day then you should wash your makeup brushes every single day, I usually use my makeup brushes a few times a week, however I do have some backup brushes that I do rotate on a weekly basis. This video is basically showing you how I clean my makeup brushes by just using shampoo and extra virgin olive oil. I've noticed that both products work great when combined as the shampoo is great to lift away the makeup and the extra virgin olive oil is great for conditioning the bristles on your brush. Its quick, easy and very affordable. Hope this information helped you.. <3

Going Green Eyeshadows

2012-06-22T20:35:00.002-07:00

Using the BH Cosmetics 120 palette 1st edition to create this look.

Liquid liners that I used was my favorite maybelline stiletto line in black, NYX Gold liquid liner and of course had to use my LA Colors shimmering loose eyeshadow in BES402 Sunshine.. Love the glittery gold look.

This L.A. Colors shimmering loose eyeshadow cost me $1 at the Dollar Tree...

For the lips I am using the NYX Athena lipstick and blending with wet n wilds hot pink lipstick.

Eyeliners I used for this look was the NYX jumbo pencil in black bean and Wet n Wilds in turquoise.

For the blush I used Wet n Wilds #831E pearlescent pink.

Loving the Golds

2012-06-18T16:04:00.001-07:00

Using the Naked palette for this look.

I thought the look would look so nice with red lips, I'm using L'Oreal Endless # 730 in Saucy Sangria, I am in love with this red color, it is such a deep red. Yes I know this picture does not do any justice to how beautiful the color really is.

This has become one of my favs in shimmery white shadows..

Yes, I love using the Naked 1 palette..

First one from the Naked Palette that I applied for this look.

The Second one, blended on top of sidecar.. Its such a beautiful color... <3

The Third color, How I love this color as well. It reminds me of an antique gold color. I also used a dark brown color for this look.

Like I've stated before, I love how precise this liquid eyeliner is. I'm always using it.

How buying this NYX Gold liner came in handy for this makeup look.. ;)

I've decided to use only a bronzer for this look. I wanted it to have that nice sun kiss look, but if you prefer blush then go for it!!! I bought this Bronzer in VS. It was on sale so I decided to buy it and give it a try. Let me tell you that I am glad that I purchased it cause I love how pretty it is and how it blends well onto the skin, and the color is also great. It does have some shimmer to it which its great for the summer..

Night Out Look

2012-06-14T22:28:00.002-07:00

Using my BH Cosmetics palette to create this look. I used the silver shadow as well as the black shadow.

Keeping the focus on the eyes, so I decided to keep the lips in a nude color.

Love using the NYX jumbo eye pencil to create smokey eyes, but not to fond for tight lining and using it on the water lines as it smudges and gives you a racoon look.

Just bought this baked shadow from VS, its such a pretty pearly white eyeshadow. It has some shimmer to it which I think its very pretty. I got it on sale for $3.

Also bought this liquid eyeliner from VS, the color is called gun metal. I really like this liquid liner as it has glitter in it. Love applying it on dark smokey eyes to give it a bit of sparkle.

Bought this NYX lipstick at Ulta. I love shopping at Ulta, its a very pretty nude color and it goes on very smoothly. I also love the price. $4 #522 Circe

Also from NYX is this silver liquid eyeliner. I love the brush applicator, its so thin that it makes it easy to apply and it was only $3 at Ulta.

I bought these at Walgreens, don't quite remember how much they were, but I do remember that they were on sale so I decided to buy them and see if the colors did fit me, lol. The top blush is in light pink and the bottom one is in mauve. I used the mauve blush for this look. I actually like that these blushes blend really nicely when applied. Don't regret buying them. I would recommend you buying it and giving them a chance.

Please know, that all the products that I post on my blog I paid for myself, and I am not being paid for my reviews.

Using Purple & Pink eyeshadows

2012-06-13T13:42:00.002-07:00

Again, having fun with colors that I really never use. I actually like the way the colors blend together.

Blue Smokey Eyeshadows

2012-06-13T13:23:00.003-07:00

Using my BH Cosmetics Palette and My Avon 12 in 1 Palette.

Also very affordable, I believe that when I purchased this palette it was on sale for $5.99.

TreSemme Heat Protectant!!!

2012-06-13T12:40:00.004-07:00

The Best heat protectant that I have bought for my hair.. ;)

UpDo with side curls!

2012-06-13T12:25:00.003-07:00

Having fun doing this updo, using bobby pins, curling iron and hairspray. You can use whatever hairspray that works best for you, I like to use the Tresemme Hairspray.

Pink Smokey Eyeshadows!

2012-06-13T12:08:00.002-07:00

I had just purchased the BH Cosmetics 1st edition 120 Color Palette, I was very pleased with the eyeshadow colors and how pigmented they were, I was also pleased with the price. So many pretty colors that I never thought about using because I am more of a neutral colors type of Gal, but I decided to have fun with the palette and this was my first time using pink shadows.. Its nice to change things up here and there. ;)

So Many Colors to play with and so affordable. I bought my bh cosmetic palette @ Amazon for $18. I loveee shopping at Amazon. Let me know: whats your favorite eyeshadow palette?

Mini Makeover on my Mom!!

2012-06-13T11:59:00.002-07:00

If my mom asked for a mini makeover then she is going to get one. I love my mom, even though sometimes I can be a pain in the b#$% lol.