GlitterInMyVeins7

♡Tips for Being Bikini Ready!♡

2014-08-17T18:01:00.001-07:00

A quick post I figured I would make for all of you wanting to be bikini ready for the last months of Summer!

I'm heading on vacation in 2 weeks to the beach, and although I don't have the most buff bod ever, there are little things you can do to make yourself more comfortable and confident to rock a bikini!

My tips:
-Stay hydrated! Drink plenty of water and even green tea, it can help boost your metabolism and give you energy!

-Speaking of energy: take your vitamins! also, be sure to eat lots of healthy foods before your bikini outing, it can help prevent any bloating. If you're into energy drinks, try something else that might be a bit healthier:
Bikini Ready Energy Gummies! Check out their Facebook page: http://facebook.com/BikiniReadyLifestyle
to see what their product is all about! I received mine complimentary from Influenster (check out my previous post) and they really area an easy way to get energized!

-Stay protected! Be sure to wear SPF all over, even if you're big into tanning! SPF 30 at the least will help keep you protected but still allow you to tan. Don't think you have to burn in order to tan, you don't! Keeping up with your SPF and moisturizing after will help you keep your summer glow and your skin will thank you for it later!

I hope you liked these quick tips all! Rock that bikini and enjoy these last couple months of warm weather! :)

xoxo Samy

♡Influenster Unboxing: Vitality Voxbox♡

2014-08-17T17:49:00.003-07:00

Hi my loves!

I'm back with another Influenster box review! This one was geared more towards wellness, which I have to admit is not my favorite box but nonetheless has some good products in it!

Here is what the box came with:

-First Degree Advanced Burn Cream
-Playtex Sport Fresh Balance tampons
-Elizabeth Arden FLAWLESS FUTURE: Powdered by Ceramide Caplet Serum
-Pure Leaf Iced Tea
-Softlips Cube
-Bikini Ready Energy Gummies

Overall, this isn't as exciting for me personally because I'm a big hair and makeup product junkie, and only get these kinds of things when I run out. However, I was excited about the Soflips lip balm, and my hubby trued out the energy gummies and really liked them! lol Everything else I will definitely get use of eventually and it was fun unboxing everything!

To see a full review, be sure to watch my video on my channel! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30xAdt29oqg

xoxo Samy

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

♡Influenster Vow Vox Box Review♡

2014-06-13T21:25:00.001-07:00

Hi all!

I'm back with another review from a box I received complimentary from Influenster! They sent me another box to try out which was the vow vox box full of wedding related goodies! This box is catered not only to brides, but to bridesmaids, mothers-of-the-bride, wedding guests, etc which is great!

This box had some items that I feel really fit the "wedding" theme and some that I wasn't so sure about but still love regardless and can't wait to try! Stay tuned for my video review on my Youtube channel as well!
http://www.youtube.com/user/glitterinmyveins7

Here is the box I received:

Here's what's in the box:
-Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure nail polish: barracuda:
I love this polish! It's such a pretty color, especially for Spring and Summer. I personally don't feel that it fits the "wedding" theme as I would expect a light pink or nude, but that is just a personal preference. I'm not getting married as I already am, but love the color regardless and can't wait to try out the formula! :)

-Olay Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream
I am so so excited about this!! It's a full size moisturizer!! WHAT?! :D I love Olay and have been thinking about purchasing a new cream I can use for preventing aging, but this one not only helps with that but combats dark spots! So exciting, because I have acne scars I'd like to fade. Can't wait to try this out for sure!!

-Riley & Grey
This box came with a Riley & Grey card which features the Riley & Grey website which is catered to those who are getting married and allows you to keep track of guests addresses and RSVP's. Such a cool idea! It came with a coupon code discount for the website too so you can create your own website page. Awesome!

-Pure Silk Moisturizing Shave Cream: Raspberry Mist
I personally don't use shave cream (I'm lazy) but I thought this was nice for the box! What bride and maids don't want to have smooth legs for their wedding day? Anyway, I might take it for travel! It's a full size but I may use it just because the smell sounds like it's gonna be good!

-EcoTools Pure Complexion Sponge
Okay, so this one is neat! This is a konjac sponge, you know, those nifty antibacterial, natural sponges everyone is raving about lately! I'm kind of intrigued! Although I have my set skincare routine, I might use this to wash my face and see how it works! I'm very interested to see what all it can do!

-Tide-to-Go Pen
What can I say about this? It's a great idea and everyone can use a Tide-to-go pen! Great to stick in your purse, and especially great to have on hand on your wedding day! No bride wants stains on her dress!

Overall I love this box and I'm so grateful to Influenster for sending me these products to test and try out! So excited especially for the Olay moisturizer and nail polish from Sally Hansen! :)

Hope you enjoyed this post and got some ideas on what to possibly get your bride-to-be best friend or other wedding person! lol Thanks for reading!!

xo Samy

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

♡Influenster Rimmel Moisture Renew Voxbox Review♡

2014-03-18T14:45:00.000-07:00

Hi all!

Back to share with you a sneak peak at my first impressions of the new & improved Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick! Influenster was so kind to send me this lipstick to try and test out for free, so I'm super excited to share my thoughts with you!

Here is what I got in the mail!

Super pretty color for spring!!! I have not tried it on me personally, because I have a color similar! But I am going to be giving it to a friend. I do have some good things to say about it though! First thing I noticed was the packaging. I have some of the older Moisture Renew Lipsticks from Rimmel and I love them! The packaging looks a little different but is still the same great sturdy quality! It's also really pretty :)

The color looks super saturated as well, and very vibrant! And also, the smell is really good! It has a slight fruity scent which is super nice!

I'm so glad I got the chance to try this out though! I plan on purchasing from the new line and getting some colors I don't already have! I love the old formula and there is no doubt that this isn't just the same amazing quality, but even better!

Thanks again to Influenster for letting me try this new lipstick out!

xoxo
Samy

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

♡My Fantasy Hair Review♡

2013-09-30T14:01:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone!

So a while ago I posted a "first impressions" blog post on my My Fantasy Hair hair extensions. Well, after having two sets from them for a while, and just purchasing a new set of their extensions which are said to be better quality, I figured I would post my full review on them! (I will also have a video review as well that I will link to this post after it's up!)

So here are my final thoughts about this company and extensions! :)

http://www.myfantasyhair.com

Company Satisfaction/ Customer Service:
-I love their customer service! They are so beyond nice, and really make the effort to do all that they can to help you out. I have emailed them numerous times and have received an email back within 24hrs, unless it's on a weekend. They have also answered any questions I have had, and I have also done the color match with them each time I have ordered and have gotten matched to their color chart.

Hair Extensions:

Quality - These extensions are outstanding quality, in my opinion. I have tried several different brands and I really do love their quality and keep going back to them. The reason I have so many sets, is because I change my hair color so often, and although they can be dyed, I like having several different sets on hand just in case I change my mind.
I have dyed them and cut them before, and it has not changed the softness of the hair. I do make sure to deep condition really well though.
The hair is very thick, doesn't shed much, stays soft, the wefts are really sturdy, and the clips are very nice as well; I don't have any issues with them no staying clipped or having issues clipping. (I do tease my roots though where I clip them in just to be on the safe side)

Variety - These extensions come in many different shades and lengths, as well as thicknesses. They have 12 different colors and 5 different choices of length.
The lengths they have are:
14"- 150g
18"- 160g
20"- 180g
24"- 190g
26"- 210g

I think they have the best selection when it comes to length as you can go shorter if you have shorter hair, or you can choose a really long set if you love really glamorous hair!

Performance - Now, you might be thinking, "performance?" Yes. Think about it; you don't want to be wearing extensions on an every day basis or or a long day out and have to worry about them. These, I don't worry about at all. I wear them every single day, and they hold up through wind, rain, just about anything (although I don't swim or shower or sleep with them in lol) but they don't slip or slide around, they stay put, and they may get somewhat tangled but a quick brushing fixes that!

Final Thoughts
I am super happy with every set I have purchased! My two older sets are still really soft and wearable and I can still go back to them if I want to add in different colors, or if I decide to change up my hair color again. My newest set that just arrived is super soft, even softer than my first two and just the same great quality :)

Pictures
So here are some pictures of my new set + my other sets that I have!

Here is my set in #1 Jet Black 18" 160g

Here is my set in #613 Bleach Blonde (toned with purple shampoo to make them white) 14" 150g

Here is my current hair color: I'm wearing the bleach blonde set dyed a dark golden blonde

And here is the newest set I purchased! :) The hair is even softer than my other sets, and I love it!! I do have to dye them just a shade to match my current hair exactly, because in natural light they are a bit lighter. I will also have to cut some layers in, as I do with all of my sets. :) But I'm definitely looking forward to wearing these!!
I got them in the shade #18 Butterscotch and 14" 150g. :)

Thanks for reading, and I will post the link to my video review once it's up!! :)

xoxo

Samy

Blog Update!

2013-09-25T22:11:00.000-07:00

One of these days when I have the extra time and motivation, I plan to re-vamp my blog and ACTUALLY blog. lol But for now, I wanted to make just a quick post!

I feel that instead of trying to keep up with my blog and attach posts correlating with every single video I make on my channel, I'm going to focus more (for now) on reviews! I don't post them often, but when I do you best believe that it's something I'm really excited about! :)

So to keep me still in the blog scene, but not too in touch as I don't have the time, I will post here and there, and I may have a review coming up sometime within the next month or so! So stay tuned and thanks for reading!

xoxo

Samy

Dresslink.com (Amazing & Affordable Fashion Finds!!)

2013-06-27T16:26:00.001-07:00

I know I haven't stayed up to date on my blog, but I plan on making more posts soon!

But I wanted to jump on here and tell you guys about an amazing site that I found! http://www.dresslink.com
:)

If you love fashion; clothing, shoes, and accessories, you HAVE to check out this amazing site! They have really cute stuff for affordable prices! I'm a college student so I don't have a ton of money to spend on clothing, so I normally shop at places like Forever21, WetSeal, etc. But my favorite way to shop is online. I love this site because they have in fashion items, that are really cute and affordable, so you can have your shopping spree without breaking the bank! :)

I highly suggest checking out their site and I plan on doing a review once my order arrives! I'm loving them though, you can't go wrong!

xoxo

Samy

♡My Fantasy Hair Extensions First Impressions♡

2012-10-24T17:01:00.003-07:00

Hey everyone!

I know it's been forever since I've made a post, but I'm back and with a first impressions on a set of hair extensions I purchased from http://www.myfantasyhair.com

Starting off, they offer deluxe hair extensions, and in many lengths and colors. The grams range from 150g to 210g which is insane! The lengths they have also vary between 14" and go all the way to 26"! So they have a ton of options to choose from. They have ranges of blonde, brunette and red extensions, but also have bright colored extensions which is great as well, if you want to add color to your hair, or if you already have bright hair and want extra length/volume!

I purchased the 14" 150g deluxe set of extensions in the color #1 Jet Black.

I will start off with how I feel about the company and my purchase experience. When I had ordered, my extensions were on back order, so I received an email saying that once they arrived, they would ship, approximately 7-10 days. (You can email before a purchase to find out if your extensions are in stock, or on back order, just in case you need them quickly). After 10 days had passed I hadn't received an email, so I emailed the company to find out details on my order. The customer service is by far THE BEST customer service I've had from any company, especially with hair extensions. They emailed back right away and had told me my order had shipped, apologized for the wait, and also said that I would receive a 10% coupon with my next order, and they would give me fast 2-3 day shipping since I had waited and hadn't received an email. My extensions arrived within 2 days, and I also received the coupon! So, as a customer, I am very pleased with how they treated me and how they answered all of my questions super fast.

Now onto the hair extensions! I am loving them so far! Of course, I haven't washed them yet, or worn them more than once, but I can tell you this....the clips are BY FAR the best and most secure clips I have come by on extensions! They are so durable it's insane, and they stay in my hair like no others I have tried! I had purchased extensions in the past and the clips were so flimsy. I contacted that company to see if I could get new clips, just to be sent the same flimsy clips again, so I am SOOO satisfied with the clips on this set of extensions from My Fantasy Hair! The hair itself, is super super soft. Now of course, my hair is no where near as soft as this hair, so I'm going to have to wash it, and get the hair to be a little less soft, so it will blend better with my own hair. Shedding wise, I've only had a tiny bit, and this is to be expected of course, and should stop after I wash them. It's of course nothing noticeable, and it's not like I'm pulling out handfuls of hair when running my fingers through, just a stray hair here and there. The color is a rich rich super dark black, and matches perfectly! (once I touch up my faded hair color lol)

But overall, I am super pleased with the set of hair extensions I purchased and the service I received. :)

I might do a full review and update on this set on my youtube channel, once I have worn the extensions for a couple of months, just to see how they hold up, etc.

So look out for that on my channel! http://www.youtube.com/user/glitterinmyveins7

I highly recommend these extensions and this company for sure! The prices are great, the options are great, and the service is also amazing! Not to mention, the quality is top notch in my opinion.

So if you have any questions, feel free to ask me! You can also tweet me on twitter and I'll be sure to respond! https://twitter.com/#!/heyitssamyrae

Love you all!! xx

♡Freshlook Colorblends Colored Contacts- Sterling Grey (for dark eyes)♡

2012-07-07T00:33:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! So in my most recent video as of now, I was wearing some colored contacts. They are the Freshlook Colorblends in Sterling Grey. My eye are naturally a medium to dark brown, as you can see in previous posts, and I wanted some colored contacts to lighten my eyes for fun. I've had these since last year but don't wear them all that often because they are a bit dry. But here are some pics of how they look! And you can see how they look in real life by watching my newest video on my channel! Link is in the side bar of my blog :)

♡OOTD/FOTD: Summer Pics #5 (overload) lol♡

2012-07-07T00:16:00.001-07:00

So, I'm going to do a few summer pics posts back to back since I've neglected my blog for a while....so here we go! :)

Shirt: Volcom-PacSun

NEXT....
Glasses Day :)

NEXT...My fave shirt ever! And a FOTD. Did a "get ready with me" video on this look, so check out my channel to get this makeup! And the shirt is from PacSun :)

NEXT....goofing off, going out with the bestie for lunch! Shirt, again, PacSun

And last but not least....a family cookout day. :) Shirt: TJMaxx

♡OOTD/FOTD: Summer Pics #4♡

2012-06-22T00:56:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! Here's another OOTD-summer pics post!

Tank top- Charlotte Russe
Beanie- Rue21
Shorts-Charlotte Russe
Belt-JCPenney

♡OOTD/FOTD: Summer Pics #3♡

2012-06-11T15:05:00.002-07:00

Hey everyone! So here's yet another summer pics post. :) I'm going to try and do these often, as I'm doing a lot of OOTD videos and what not. Even still, it's just easy to take pics everyday during the warm weather when I'm dressed up and ready to go out. I hope you like these posts! A link will be up soon to the OOTD video I have for this look, so keep watching this post or check up on my Youtube Channel and it should be up soon! http://www.youtube.com/user/glitterinmyveins7

♡Where I got stuff:
-Shirt: Amazon (cut it to be off the shoulder, myself)
-Shorts: Charlotte Russe
-Earrings: Charlotte Russe

♡OOTD/FOTD: Summer Pics #2 ♡

2012-06-09T15:42:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone! So here's another summer pics post. :) If you want to see this look in my recent OOTD video on my channel, check it out here! > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-o_8swu3Big

♡But here is what I'm wearing and where I got everything:
-Fedora: Forever 21
-Black lace back top: Rue 21
-Green cargo shorts: Sears
-Owl Necklace: Rue 21
-Rose Gold Relic Watch: JCPenney
-Gold hoops: Forever 21
On my lips I have: Revlon Colorburst lipstick- 006 Pink Sugar

♡OOTD/FOTD: Summer Pics #1♡

2012-06-07T16:13:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone!

So I've decided to do a little series on my blog for the spring/summer months, and that is going to be my "Summer Pics" series. Days out of the week that I like my outfits/hair/makeup/whatever that I want to share, but don't have time to film a video for, I'm going to post some pics of what I look like, what I'm wearing, etc.

So this is my first post on this! Hope you like it! And the shirt I am wearing is from American Eagle, and I showed it in a recent haul video > that you can watch here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35q5-mtdoMw

♡OOTD: Feather Maxi Dress, Feather Earrings, & Crimped Hair :) ♡

2012-05-31T20:06:00.002-07:00

Hey everyone!

So this is an OOTD post...an outfit I wore a while ago. Just now posting on it, but I hope you like it!! :)

♡Where I got everything♡:
-Feather Maxi Dress: Rue 21 (the belt came with the dress)
-Feather Hoop Earrings: Rue 21
-Rose Gold Relic Watch: JCPenney

And for my hair: Just wearing it half up in a poof, with my extensions. To get the crimp, I braided my extensions but dampened them with a leave in conditioner spray, then left the braids in over night. :)

♡First Impression: Lioele Triple the Solution BB Cream♡

2012-05-23T19:13:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone!

So..I just posted a video on this BB Cream, and what my first thoughts were about it! I'm basically just gonna number the things that I like and don't like about it right off the bat...then I'll do an in depth review later on!

♡What I love so far♡:
1. Great coverage! One layer covers great, probably medium coverage. Two layers would add full coverage! So great for acne and pigmentation problems!
2. Finish: It's not too dewy, and not too matte! It has a nice sheeny/glow to it, but sets amazing...
3. How it sets! It dries rather quickly, but not so quickly that you can't work with it. I work on one area of my face at a time, and it blends well!
4. Packaging! ^look at that! too cute!

♡What I don't love so far♡:
1. Lasting power. I'm used to my Revlon Colorstay foundation, which DOES NOT BUDGE! But this, even though it does last a good amount of time; if you touch your face at all, it will transfer, and streak on your face a bit.
2. Overall appearance. After getting it all on, it looked a but patchy. Might be the other products I used with it, so I'm gonna keep trying out different application methods, etc. and see if that helps.
3. Color. On anyone else that is light skinned, this would match perfect! On me, since I'm literally ghostly white, it's a bit dark...but I fix that with bronzer on the rest of me. This really shouldn't be an issue with anyone else who is afraid of the color.

So overall right now, my first impression is pretty good. I had higher expectations for it really, since I've heard so many good things about it...but oh well. It works for now and I'll see how I like it down the road after I've used it more.

A video of me applying it is up on my youtube channel! So check it out! (link in the side of my blog)

♡Personal Post: Living with Type 1 Diabetes, and dealing with hair loss♡

2012-05-17T22:35:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone!

So this is going to be a different kind of post, and may be a long one...but I wanted to share my "story" I guess you could say, just in case I can help anyone out there dealing with the same things I'm going through.

Also, I plan on making a video on this same topic and putting it on my Youtube beauty channel, but it's gonna be a while before I can film that.

So, I'll start off by saying, this isn't about getting sympathy, or trying to get attention in any way shape or form. I just want to share what I am going through, because I know it is hard, and if I can help anyone else going through the same thing, then that is what I want to do. <3

I'll start off by talking about living with Type 1 diabetes and what has happened. I won't go into all the details about what Type 1 is, because there is so much info on the internet already, but basically: my pancreas doesn't produce insulin at all, which makes my blood sugar extremely high and life threatening. Having high blood sugar can cause damage to my body and I could even go into a coma...which I am so lucky I DIDN'T: so this is what happened....

This past March, 2 months ago...(March 2012) I was admitted to the hospital and diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. I went into the ER because since Dec. 2011 at about the time of my honeymoon, I started having Type 1 symptoms. I didn't know that I was diabetic until I went to the hospital and was admitted, but I had symptoms for a few months, but thought they were caused by my new birth control pill since I had just switched. Symptoms were: peeing ALLL the time, yeast infections constantly, sleepy all the time, extremely fatigued, and I had a ton of weight loss over the past 3 months, till the hospital. My original weight was 100lbs, and I had dropped to about 85lbs. Well, my mom is diabetic (Type 2) and she asked if she could check my sugar on her meter, because she knew my symptoms sounded familiar. She checked it, and the meter didn't even read my blood sugar level, IT WAS THAT HIGH!

So the next evening I knew I had to go to the hospital, because you can die from having high blood sugar! So I went to the ER and got into a room, they ran blood tests and a urine test and it came back positive for ketones (which meant that the sugar in my body was spilling into my urine, since my body wasn't using it properly). I was close to going into ketoacidosis, which is a life threatening problem and can cause a coma.
So after being in the ER for about 7-8 hours, I was admitted into the hospital for 3 days. I was put on an IV-saline drip as well as an insulin drip. Then I was told all about diabetes, and that I had Type 1. From there...my life completely changed.

Now I have to take insulin shots daily to live. I take 2 types of insulin shots, one kind at night, and then another kind before I eat any meals or snacks. The insulin works just like a pancreas would, and keeps my sugar from rising when I consume food. I also check my blood sugar many times a day with a glucosometer, which means I prick my finger with a tiny lancet device then put the blood on a test strip, insert the strip into the meter, and it tells me what my blood sugar is. I do this all throughout the day, more often on some days than others.

So on top of taking shots daily, I have to be careful with what I eat. I have to limit my sugar and carbohydrate intake, so I switched to diet sodas and sugar free coffee drinks, and I also don't eat a lot of sweets anymore. It may sound awful, and I thought it was when I first got diagnosed, but I've adjusted very quickly and have my blood sugar under control now. For the most part, I enjoy the same things I used to eat before getting diagnosed, but I have to take insulin before I eat it, which is really all that has changed.

Being diagnosed and changing my lifestyle was only the beginning though...and now I'm going to go onto the other topic in the title: hair loss.

I stopped my birth control pill for a month prior to getting diagnosed, since I thought that the pill was causing my symptoms. After getting diagnosed I began the pill again. But with stopping the pill (which screws up your hormones) and being diabetic (which also deals with hormones) I noticed that my hair started shedding a whole whole lot. It kept getting worse, and is still coming out by the handfuls. My hair was really thick and for the most part healthy, considering I dye it a lot, but now it is thinning out a lot. and has thinned out a lot. I don'y have bald spots, but I do have places on my head that barely have hair, or its so thinned out that its transparent. So I got hair extensions to give my length and fullness back (plus I was sick of my short hair lol) But I've decided to wear wigs from time to time, since I want to give my hair a break from heat, and the tugging clip ins can do. I have a few wigs from a couple years ago that I can wear now, but I plan on investing in something good so I can wear it and be comfortable.

I am taking vitamins to renew my hair growth, but it is still hard to deal with. Being the girly girl I am, and even a woman for that matter, hair is important to me. I know it shouldn't be #1, but I do want hair on my head. It could be a lot worse, but it still kills my confidence. So wearing a pretty, long, natural looking wig does help. The hair loss won't last forever and will grow back, but I could continue shedding for the next 5-6 months before I see improvement.

And as for weight gain, I have gained my weight back and look so much healthier! I now weigh 108lbs, and I have never weighed that much! I'm happy that I'm putting some weight on, because dropping to 85lbs really killed my confidence as well.

So to end this, I don't really have a big advice book to write to anyone dealing with the same thing, but I do want to say that this isn't the end. You can adjust to a new lifestyle, and live a normal life! None of it is easy, but surround yourself with support and as much support as you can! Educate yourself and be in control of your disease. I have come across doctors who didn't know what they were talking about when it comes to diabetes, and DO NOT let others, even doctors tell you that you are a one size fits all type of diabetic! That is one thing that irritates me, because not everyone's body is the same. You know your diabetes better than anyone! And as for hair loss, try and make the best out of it as you can. I know that's stupid to say I guess, but I'm not letting it get me down 100%. Sure it isn't easy, but I know that it will get better, someday. For now, I'll wear wigs or do whatever I have to, to get back to 100% health, and I'll do so with a smile. :) That's all you can do! Keep striving and keep pushing for a good life! There's no reason in this world to give up over struggles :)

So hopefully, whoever is reading this, and even if you aren't going through the same struggles as I am...just know that no matter what life throws at you, it does get better. You never know how strong you are until that is your only option. Keep going, and don't give up. <3 Stay strong. >3

♡Spring Appropriate Makeup Look♡

2012-05-12T19:14:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone! So this is a look that I created that is perfect for Spring and summer! Colorful, yet wearable. And I also did a 'Get Ready With Me' video on this look, if you want to see exactly how I did it. So check out my channel to see the look! http://www.youtube.com/user/glitterinmyveins7

♡Products I Used♡:
FACE
-Maybelline Superstay 24hr concealer- Ivory
-Milani Mineral Compact Makeup- 102 Nude Buff
-Laura Geller Balance N Brighten Foundation SPF 15- Porcelain
-elf Golden Bronzer- Golden
-elf Healthy Glow Bronzing Powder- matte bronze
-elf Studio Blush- fuschia fusion
-Urban Decay Cream Highlight- Moonshine
-Victoria's Secret Face Prime primer & makeup setting spray

EYES
-Wet n' Wild Coloricon brow & eyeliner pencil- 648 Taupe
-MAC Paint- Bare Canvas
-NAKED 2 Palette- Foxy, Tease, Bootycall
-Wet n' Wild Coloricon single eyeshadow- C251A Brulee
-Urban Decay 'the fun palette'- Psychedelic Sister
-Wet n' Wild 8 pan coloricon palette- Petal Pusher
-NYC Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil- 934 Smokey Plum
-Rimmel Exaggerate Waterproof Eye Definer- 261 Noir
-Maybelline Line Stiletto Liquid Eyeliner- Black
-Maybelline The Falsies Mascara- Black Drama

LIPS
-Wet n' Wild Matte Lipstick: 967 Dollhouse Pink
-Smashbox Lip Enhancing Gloss-True Color: Pout

♡OOTD & FOTD: Shopping with the Bestie♡

2012-05-09T17:11:00.000-07:00

Here is my OOTD & FOTD!! :) Casual, good for a chilly outside shopping day! :)

♡What I'm wearing♡:
-Grey cardigan: Aeropostale
-Pink tank top: Charlotte Russe
-Jeggings: hometown outlet type store
-grey flower flats: Tilly's.com

♡My Flawless Foundation Routine♡

2012-05-06T20:38:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone!

So I'm going to cover the basis of my flawless foundation routine: what I wear when I want full-coverage, long-lasting foundation, and when I want something that still is light weight and natural feeling on the skin.

I just posted a video for this, so if you want to actually see how I do it along with contouring, highlighting, and blush, then check it out!!

♡Products I use♡:
-Revlon Colorstay Foundation: 150 Buff
-Revlon Photoready Foundation: 002 vanilla
-Maybelline Superstay 24hr concealer: ivory
-Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder: translucent
-Beauty Blender Sponge
and then as for blush, highlighter, bronzer, and contour; I change it up almost every day. It's always something different, but I always use the same techniques (which is why you should check out my video on it! :)

But basically, I wet my Beauty Blender sponge, and put a quarter size amount of the Colorstay foundation mixed with 2 pumps of Photoready foundation on the back of my hand: then I dip the sponge in it and pounce or stipple it all over my face, down my neck and onto my chest. Once I have it all on, I continue to stipple until it is all set on my face and blended out, but I NEVER RUB!

Then, I go onto concealer under my eyes, and on any blemishes that are showing through, like my acne scars. Then, I finish with a light layer of powder, stippling on the powder with a flat top powder brush, so I don't move the foundation or concealer around.

Then, I do the rest of my makeup and I am good to go for the rest of the day without any touch-ups! :)

Hope this helped and don't forget to check out my Youtube page for other videos!!! :)
http://www.youtube.com/user/glitterinmyveins7

FORMSPRING!

2012-05-01T18:52:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone!

Just a quick announcement that I got a Formspring! So please follow me and ask me questions to get to know me better, or just to know something that you want to know! It can also be a way for you to leave requests for me so don't hesitate!

http://www.formspring.me/heyitssamyrae

Please follow! :)

♡Face of the Day! (posted a get ready with me video to this look!)♡

2012-04-30T19:38:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! So here is my FOTD! I posted a "Get Ready With Me" video to this look as well to my Youtube channel, so go check it out!

My channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/glitterinmyveins7

Products I used:
♡FACE♡
-Revlon Colorstay Foundation (combination/oily): 150 Buff
-Revlon Photoready Foundation (mixed with the colorstay): 002 Vanilla
-Maybelline Superstay 24hr concealer: ivory
-Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder: 001 Transparent
-elf Golden Bronzer: Golden (used all over before contouring, then used the lightest shade as a highlight)
-elf Healthy Glow Bronzing Powder: matte bronze (used as contour)
-CoverGirl Cheekers Blush: True Plum

♡EYES♡
-elf eyebrow kit: dark
-Benefit High Brow Pencil
-Makeup Forever Aqua Cream: 13
-MAC Quad: phloof (browbone), quarry (lid color), sable (outer corner lid), satin taupe (crease)
-Rimmel Exaggerate Waterproof Eye Definer: 261 noir
-Prestige My Biggest Lashes Mascara: Very Black

♡LIPS♡
-Revlon Superlustrous Lipstick: Prim Rose
-Revlon Superlustrous Lipgloss: Shine City

Don't forget to follow me on Tumblr & Twitter too! & SUBSCRIBE to my beauty channel! :)

♡YOUTUBE♡: http://www.youtube.com/user/glitterinmyveins7
♡TWITTER♡: https://twitter.com/#!/heyitssamyrae
♡TUMBLR♡: http://heyitssamyrae.tumblr.com

Also, email me requests you'd like to see!
♡MY EMAIL♡: glitterinmyveins@yahoo.com

What next? Requests??? =)

2012-04-24T18:42:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone!

So I'm here with a quick post, asking all of my followers on here, on my Youtube page, and on my Twitter & Tumblr to send me requests for videos you'd like to see from me! :)

I've also thought about doing a Q&A video, which I might post soon on my page. All of my links will be inlcuded in this post so if you're not already following me on my sites, then you can check them out and subscribe and follow!

I love interacting with all of my subbies and followers and would love it more than anything if you all could send requests my way! Anything you'd like to see! So contacts me by the links below and I will be sure to do your requests in a video! Thanks so much and I love you all! xoxoxo

LINKS:
YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/user/glitterinmyveins7
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/#!/heyitssamyrae
TUMBLR: http://heyitssamyrae.tumblr.com/
EMAIL: glitterinmyveins7@yahoo.com

OOTD: Striped Sweater

2012-04-10T18:16:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! So here's my outfit of the day! :) Hope you enjoy! Also check out my channel for a video of what I'm wearing!!! :)

-Sweater: JCPenney
-Tank Top: Charlotte Russe
-Skinny Jeans: Charlotte Russe
-Earrings: Forever 21
-Flats: Tilly's.com

TUMBLR!!!!!!!!!!!

2012-04-10T18:10:00.001-07:00

Follow me on Tumblr! Just got one! :)

heyitssamyrae.tumblr.com