For those who have emailed asking what equipment I use, here’s the list:

Camera: Canon Powershot S3 IS    (eBay)

Video Camera: Canon Vixia HV30    (eBay)

Lighting: Studio Lighting Kit  (bought from ebay a year ago)    (eBay)

Video Editing Software: Corel Videostudio  (it’s ok…)    (eBay)

All decorations were bought from Hobby Lobby and TJMaxx

2 weeks. 2 winners.  2 amazing prizes!

* Post your version of the look in the forum here in the Makeup Geek forum
* Anyone of any age and from any country can enter, BUT the work must be your own.
* You can enter as many times as you like, but again- the work must be your own.
* Looks will be judged on creativity, skill, and application technique- it doesn’t have to be an extreme look, but just should show that you put effort into the final look.
* The winner(s) will receive Urban Decay’s Get Baked Eyeshadow Palette!

* The contest ends on Sunday, November 22nd at midnight EST. The winner will be announced on Tuesday, November 24th.

Don’t forget to post your look here:  WEEKLY CHALLENGE

Contributor:

• Jangsara:   http://jangsara.blogspot.com/

Products Used:

• MAC Painterly p/p (Makeup Geek Store)
• Urban Decay Smog e/s  – lid and outer part of lower lashline  (Urban Decay)
• Urban Decay Mildew e/s  – crease  (Urban Decay)
• Urban Decay Shattered  e/s   – above crease and outer part of lower lashline (Urban Decay)
• Urban Decay Maui Wowie e/s   Above Shattered and lower inner corner (Urban Decay)
• Urban Decay Polyester Bride e/s   – Highlight (Urban Decay)
• MAC Blacktrack fluidline – upper lashline and half of waterline ( MAC )
• NYX jumbo pencil Milk  -  inner half of waterline (Makeup Geek Store)
• Max Factor False Lash Effect mascara

Contributor:

• Jangsara:   http://jangsara.blogspot.com/

Products Used:

• MAC Painterly p/p (Makeup Geek Store)
• Urban Decay Chopper e/s  – inner part of the lid (Urban Decay)
• Urban Decay Smog e/s  – Outer part of the lid and blending  (Urban Decay)
• Urban Decay Maui Wowie e/s   -Above inner part of the lid and lower inner corner (Urban Decay)
• Urban Decay Oil Slick e/s   – blended in crease and above (Urban Decay)
• Urban Decay Polyester Bride e/s   – Highlight (Urban Decay)
• MAC Blacktrack fluidline – upper lashline and waterline ( MAC )
• Max Factor False Lash Effect mascara
• Grimas Theatre false lashes

What is it?

Model in a  Bottle is a setting spray that you apply after you finish doing your makeup.  It makes your makeup last all day, gives your skin a smoother appearance, and helps keep the oils on your face from breaking down your makeup.  The bottle is 2 fluid ounces and costs between $18-21 (depending on what formula you get).

They Describe It As:

Our makeup setting spray is a one-of-a-kind matte finish setting spray, Model in a Bottle holds foundation and eye makeup in place throughout the day and night.

Where to Buy:

• Model in a Bottle
• eBay
  

Overall Opinion:

I cannot go to any wedding, photoshoot, or other event without keeping this product in my kit- it really is an amazing product!  It especially works well if you are in a hot and humid climate as it prevents your makeup from sliding down to your ta tas…    I have used this on several brides in all sorts of weather, and their makeup lasted throughout the ceremony, reception, and well… you’ll have to ask them how long into the night their makeup held up!

My only complaint is that the scent is overpowering with the regular formula. So if you are sensitive to smells, get the sensitive formula.  The price does seem a bit steep for the size of the bottle, but a little goes a long way!

Application tips: Make sure to hold the bottle at least 6 inches away from your face and spritz just 3-4 times.  Keep your eyes closed for a good 10 seconds before opening so it has time to dry. If needed, fan your face a bit after spraying.

Rating:

• Product:  5 out of 5
• Packaging:  5 out of 5
• Quality:  5 out of 5
• Overall:  5 out of 5
• Would I buy again?  Absolutely!
• Price:  $18-21

MUG Seal of Approval:  (5 out of 5)

* Post your version of the look in the forum here in the Makeup Geek forum!
*  You can do this look however you wish, but you must use only blushes and you MUST LIST what products you used.

* Anyone of any age and from any country can enter, BUT the work must be your own.
* You can enter as many times as you like, but again- the work must be your own.
* Looks will be judged on creativity, skill, and application technique- it doesn’t have to be an extreme look, but just should show that you put effort into the final look.
* The winner will receive (2) NYX Blushes of your choice!  (I really do love these blushes!)
* The contest ends on Sunday, November 8th at midnight EST. The winner will be announced on Tuesday, November 10th.

POST YOUR LOOK HERE:  Weekly Challenge

• Post your version of the look in the forum
• You can do this look however you wish- any products, any colors, as long as it has a pink theme!

Face:

• Bobbi Brown Corrector in Peach     (Bobbi Brown)
• Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation     (Estee Lauder)   (Amazon) (eBay)
• NARS Loose Powder     (Sephora) (eBay)

Eyes:

• MAC Soft Ochre Paintpot     (Makeup Geek Store)
• Manly 120 Eyeshadow Palette   (eBay)
• MAC Vanilla Eyeshadow
• Black Gel Liner     (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX False Lashes #186     (Makeup Geek Store)
• Ardell #301 Lashes    (Makeup Geek Store)
• Loreal Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara
• Small crystals and lash glue

Lips:

• NYX Deep Red or Cocoa Lipliner     (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Plush Red Lipliner     (Makeup Geek Store)
• Red Lipgloss     (Makeup Geek Store)

Ring: Exquisitely Yours Boutique

Face:

• Bobbi Brown Corrector in Peach     (Bobbi Brown)
• Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation     (Estee Lauder)   (Amazon) (eBay)
• NARS Loose Powder     (Sephora) (eBay)
• NYX Blush in Peach     (Makeup Geek Store)

Eyes:

• MAC Soft Ochre Paintpot     (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Gesso Eyeshadow     (MAC)
• MAC Brule Eyeshadow     (MAC)
• MAC Nehru Eyeshadow     (MAC)
• MAC Carbon Eyeshadow     (MAC)
• Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in “Zero”     (Sephora)   (eBay)
• Ardell False Lashes in “Wispies”     (Makeup Geek Store)
• Revlon Colorstay Liquid Liner     (Amazon)
• Loreal Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara     (Amazon)

Lips:

• NYX Cocoa or Deep Red Lipliner     (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Plush Red Lipliner      (Makeup Geek Store)
• Red Lipgloss     (Makeup Geek Store)

Brushes:

• MAC 239-  flat stiff brush
• Essence of Beauty Crease Brush     (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC 217-  stiff dome brush

Cheap Alternatives:

• NYX White Eyeshadow     (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Highlight Eyeshadow     (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Charcoal Eyeshadow     (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Black Eyeshadow     (Makeup Geek Store)

Now, read carefully… this week’s challenge- YOU are going to vote for the winner.  Myself and the MUG moderators will each pick our favorite look, but the final winner will be up to you. So… make it a good one this week!

* Post your version of the look in the forum here or post a video response on youtube with your entry
*  You can do this look however you wish- any products, any colors, but it must be inspired by the Gothic Makeup style.

* Anyone of any age and from any country can enter, BUT the work must be your own.
* You can enter as many times as you like, but again- the work must be your own.
* Looks will be judged on creativity, skill, and application technique- it doesn’t have to be an extreme look, but just should show that you put effort into the final look.
* The winner will receive 2 MAC eyeshadows and 2 lipsticks!
* The contest ends on Sunday, October 18th at midnight EST. The top choices will be posted by Wednesday the 21st, then you will vote that week.  The winner will be announced by Sunday, October 25th.

POST YOUR LOOK HERE:  Weekly Challenge