The beautiful world of Lennyn B

Its been months but I am back with HAUL :)

2013-11-21T08:22:00.001-08:00

Hello Loves. I know its been months since I posted anything but the truth is I had nothing to write about. I have however been buying up a few things here and there over the past few weeks and thought I would do a haul for you today. I will be doing reviews and tutorials of/with these products in the coming weeks.

Products:
Urban Decay Vice 2 Palette
Ben Nye Banana Luxury Powder
Bare Minerals Foundation (sample)
Covergirl Whipped Creme Foundation
Covergirl Eye Rehab Concealer
NARS Anglika & Laguna combo
NARS Gold Member Cream highlighter
NARS Lip gloss - Anglika (mini)
Revlon Color Burst Matte Balms - Shameless, Audacious, Striking
NYX Extreme Lip Creams - Natural, Candy land
Cake Satin Sugar Dry Shampoo (mini)
LUSH Mint Julep Lip Scrub
Bdellium Brushes - 953, 990

I also picked up a few things I forgot about when taking these pictures.
Maybelline Colorsensational - Lavender Voltage
L'oreal Lash Out Butterfly Mascara
L'oreal Telescopic Shocking Extensions Mascara

I will be doing reviews soon but if you have any questions please ask away:)

Sara xo

September Beauty Faves

2013-09-30T17:50:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves, another month has flown by and its time to share my beauty faves once again. I am only sharing make-up loves from the past month since all my body/clothing/style faves are the same as last months:)

Because my hair was varying shades of pink this past month (from fuchsia to bubble gum) I stuck to neutral/nude shades especially on my lips as to not compete with my hair. As of last night my hair is back to a normal brunette/red shade and although I am happy to be able to sport my beloved red/bright lip again, I now have a love for a nude lip:)

* JULEP Blank Canvas Mattyifying Primer - It does a great job of smoothing out the look of pores and lines and keeps my skin looking matte for a while.
* BOURJOIS 123 Perfection Foundation - Love this foundation. It is a full coverage foundation and when buffed into the skins leaves it looking flawless and not caked up.
* MAYBELLINE Instant Age Rewind concealer - Awesome coverage and doesn't settle in my under eye lines.
* MAYBELLINE Instant Age Rewind Brightening Illuminateur - One of my favorite new products. Really brightens. I use it with concealer or just with foundation.
* DIOR Healthy Glow Blush (Rosy Glow) - I have mentioned this one many times now and its still a fave.

* L'OREAL Double Extend Mascara - I love how the primer makes my lashes look and I've been using this all month. The only thing I dont like is how hard my lashes feel.
* PHYSCIANS FORMULA Eye Booster - This very fine tipped liner is very pigmented and actually helps my lashes look thicker and longer (nourishes them so they stop falling out). I have used this product for years.
*ESSENCE Stay No Matter What Eyeliner/Shadow - The color looks good with my green eyes and the product its self stay all day after it sets. Great for the price.
* Eyelash Curler?? - My well used curler by TARTE broke and I had to run out and get a new one or I wouldn't be able to wear my glasses. Grabbed this one from Target for $4 and it fits my eye shape perfectly.

* RIMMEL Apocalips in 701 Stargazer - This is the only nude shade I own of these and I love it. Definitely not opaque like the others but gives a wash of beautiful gold shimmer.

Well there you have it:)

Sara xo

The Palettes I keep reaching for - Sleek

2013-09-14T06:57:00.000-07:00

Hey Loves. Lately I have put aside my usual matte neutral eye shadows (Urban Decay Naked Basics) and been choosing to wear more colorful and shimmering shades even opting for a smoky eye on occasion. If you have been following my posts you know for the past year or longer I have pretty much stuck to the same color palette letting my lipstick be the focus.

The palettes I seem to be reaching for a lot lately are all from SLEEK. They are very pigmented and smooth. Just watch out for fallout when using them. The price of these palettes is awesome and I think the quality is better then many expensive high end shadows I own:)

Shangri-la Collection SUPREME

Ultra Mattes Darks

(I have 2 of this one)

STORM

(my favorite palette)

I did not pay for any of these myself, getting them in swaps and from a contest I won but I will be placing an order for more soon.
What do you think of Sleek shadows. Any suggestions on which ones I should order??

Sara xo

JULEP Bare Face Cleansing Oil Review

2013-09-13T15:11:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves. I added a new product to my daily face cleansing routine and wanted to share it with you since I think its been doing wonders for my skin.

A few weeks ago I received my Julep box for the month and in it was the Bare Face Cleansing Oil. I being a total newbie to the world of cleansing oils thought it would make my skin break out and/or feel like a oil slick .. not at all. After just a few uses I fell in love. It removes all my make-up and leaves my skin glowing and so soft like I just applied lotion (without feeling greasy). Not only does my skin feel wonderful but it looks great. I have had no breakouts at all since I added this to my routine, not even during "that time of the month".

JULEP says this antioxidant-rich cleanser enriched with power cell complex contains a blend of Rosehip seed oil, Malvaceae Lipid Extract and Green coffee bean oil that offers age defying and cell regenerative benefits.

How to use: Pump a liberal amount into dry hands and massage over dry face. Rinse with warm water.

Bare Face Cleansing Oil $22.40 (maven)/3.4 fl oz

Excuse the no make-up at all lol Ahhhhhh:)

I purchased this product with my own money and this review is my sincere thoughts on this product. You can find Julep Bare Face Cleansing Oil here http://www.julep.com/shop/skincare.html.

Sara xo

FALL HAUL

2013-09-06T11:28:00.000-07:00

Hey there Lovelies, I got a Clothing Haul to share with you today. I gained some weight back in May and pretty much have to replace all my clothes season by season and this is what I have collected for fall (so far).

PURSE

LEGGINGS

JEGGINGS

HIGH WAIST JEGGINGS

TOPS

DRESS

@ Ardene

Leopard print and fake leather side stripes 2/$20

Black lace top dress Clearance rack $15

@ Winners

Leather look patches $20 (Dex)

Betsy Johnson purse $50

@ Bluenotes

All 4 were $30 each (but) buy 1 get 1 50% off

Jean shirt $20

Lace crop top $10

@ Target

Knitted over sized sweater $25 @ Target (Mossimo)

I do have a few more things on my wish list for fall so I am sure I will see another haul or 2 from me this season:)

Sara xo

What I Loved in August xo

2013-08-30T18:55:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves. I have missed writing up posts this Summer but taking a break while my kids were on vacation was necessary. I'm going to share with you what I've been loving this month (beauty & non-beauty) to get myself back into blogging again. Hope you enjoy and I'll be back with regular posts starting early next week:) xo

Perk Me Up -Skin Brightening Primer / NARS - Sin /
Accessorize - 6 Scandal

NYX - Rust

RIMMEL Kate - 07 / Wet & Wild - Red Velvet (matte) / MAC - Please Me (matte) / MAC - High Tea

Teasing Brush / Baby Brush (smoothing teased hair) / Loreal Power Moisture Mask / Mini Bed Head Waver

Beauty:
* Shadows with a red tone to make my green eyes pop
* I still do my go to winged liner but smoked out/smudgy
* Liking nude lips again now that my tan is almost gone and my hair is so bright
* Fuller brows
* Blush with sheen
Hair:
* Back to my bright hair colors:)
* Wearing barrel roles, victory rolls, curls and waves (TEASING)
Fashion:
* High waist everything (super high:))
* Crop tops
* Overalls/Dungarees
* Over size button ups (undone)
* Wedges
Others:
* Movies mostly from the 90s
* YouTube obsessed (again). I adore Shannon from Shaaanxo & Cherokee of The Cherry Doll Face.

There you go. Now that my kids will be back at school this coming Tuesday I will be posting regularly again, at least a 2x week. A huge thanks to everyone that stuck around this Summer while nothing was happening here. Love you xo

Sara

July Favorites (Beauty and Non Beauty)

2013-07-31T16:39:00.000-07:00

Hey Loves. I feel like all I have time to get up these days are monthly favorites posts this Summer since my kids being on break takes up most of my time. Well its time to share with you the products I used the most this month.

Rimmer Wake Me Foundation / Rimmel Primer / Lancome Waterproof Concealer / NYX Blush - Natural
I have been mixing Rimmel Wake Me Up Foundation (only one that matches me right now) in with my Rimmel Primer to create a lighter coverage.

Soap & Glory - Off the Wall Flower Palette / theBalm Nude'tude Palette / Maybelline Big Eyes
Double Mascara

Maybelline Vivids Lipstick - 860 Pink Pop

Real Techniques Brushes. Have used these daily since buying them months back.

My Hair Color this Summer. (if you are new here I am a Dark brunette naturally)

Now here are a few not beauty things Ive really liked this Summer so far.

Paolo Nutini , Wild Belle, Big Brother, Teen Wolf, True Blood,
X Factor Australia, Photo Shoots and Photo Editing, Working out outside, Swimming and spending time with my kids and my man:)

Sara xo

LANCOME Effacernes Waterproof Concealer

2013-07-19T17:31:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves, back again with yet another review (and many more to come..I went shopping). Tonight I am sharing my thoughts on the Lancome Waterproof Protective Undereye Concealer.

I was looking for a concealer that would hold up at the pool and sweaty summer weather for my under eyes and acne scaring. I picked this product up after researching waterproof concealers and seeing such great reviews. I believe this concealer was around $32 cnd but I threw out my receipt.

This concealer is awesome. Its a liquid concealer with a creamy consistency. It blends out beautifully and covers my skin pigmentation problems very well without being too thick or noticeable. I have been wearing this every day over the past few weeks and it lasts all day with out creasing. In the pool it does fade and needs to be we applied but that is after hours of swimming.

Before - sorry for the bad picture. My camera was having some trouble focusing.

After - with 1 thin layer of concealer
Dont mind my really needed to be waxed eyebrows:)

Sara xo

SONIA KASHUK Undetectable Cream Bronzer (Review & Tutorial)

2013-07-09T16:52:00.000-07:00

Hey there Lovelies. If you caught my June Faves post you saw this product and today I want to give an actual review and how to use and not just a quick mention.

I had seen this Cream Bronzer mentioned a few times so while I was at Target one day I stopped at the display to pick one up for myself. They were supposed to have 2 shades but the darker one is all they has left so I bought it and have been using it daily since.

Price: $10
Shades: (2) Warm Tan & Rich Bronze
Finish: Matte

The darker shade (Rich Bronze) can be a bit scary at first if you are around my skin tone but used lightly and blended well it gives the skin a gorgeous sun kissed look.

How I use this product-
I touch my Real Techniques stippling brush in the product and stipple it on to my cheek then in a circle motion I blend it out over my cheek and repeat on the other side. With the product that is left on the brush I blend the color over every where the sun hits my face naturally like temples, forehead and down my nose.

Sara xo

JUNE FAVES

2013-07-03T18:21:00.001-07:00

Hello Loves. Its time to share my monthly make-up/beauty faves with you once again. I wear minimal make-up in the Summer months so there isn't too much to show but there are some wonderful products:)

FACE

* Perk Me Up / Brightening Primer - Ive been loving this under my foundation especially under my eyes.

* MAC Face & Body Foundation (C2) - Long time fave. Great light weight foundation for the warmer months.

* Benefit Erase Paste - I keep going back to this peach toned concealer. Its fantastic.

CHEEKS

* Dior Healthy Glow Blush (001 Petal) - Beautiful bright pink blush. Very subtle but can be built up.

* Sonia Kashuk Cream Bronzer (42 Rich Bronze) - My first cream bronzing product and I cant get enough of it. Blends out perfectly using my Real Techniques stippling brush.

LIPS

* Lush Bubblegum Lip Scrub - Great for smoothing my lips and tastes so yummy.

* Rimmel Apocalips (Luna) - Gorgeous coral shade. Shows more orange with my lighting..oops.

A FEW EXTRA FAVES

* MAC Veluxe Brow Pencil (Deep Brunette) - I have highlighted my hair recently but this shade still works as its really not that dark.

* Up & Up Benzoyl Peroxide 5% - My skin went a bit crazy the past month and this has really helped clear it up.

So those are my Loves for the month. If you would like to see a review on any of the products please let me know in the comments below:)

Sara xo

10 Products I Regret Buying:(

2013-06-21T17:24:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves. Here is the second post of my 10 Series, 10 Products I Regret Buying. These products may work for you and some did for me when I first tried them but they don't work for me now. If you have any of these and have any tips/tricks let me know:)

1. Revlon Lip Butters - I own so many but use them so rarely. The lighter shades are patchy and the berry/reds bleed on me like crazy.

2. MAC Boyfriend Stealer Lipstick - You all know I love my MAC lipsticks but this one is strange. When applied the color only shows on the outside of my lips like I drew on purple lip liner.

3. NYX Eyeshadow Base - Great for making eye lids look even but a few hours later my lids are super creased (my lids are oily though).

4. Revlon Nearly Naked Powder - I know many love this powder, for me no matter what brush I use it makes my foundation look caked on. Alone it looks too powdery.

5. Benefit dr. feelgood - I thought this balm would make a smooth base for my foundation but whether worn on top or under make-up it doesn't work out. Make-up balls up when using this product.

6. Smashbox Primer - My skin has break outs when I use it. enough said!!

7. Eve Pearl Dual Salmon Concealer - Not saying this is a bad product I just cant get it to blend out right whether Im using a brush or my fingers.

8. Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush - I actually liked these blushes when I first bought them but after using other cream blushes I find these ones dont have the best color pay off.

9. Maybelline Master duo Eye Liner - No matter how much I shake this liner it comes out watery, patchy and almost colorless. Maybe the black is better.

10. Sonia Kashuk Brow Kit - I love the fact this set has a shade that works well for brunettes, blondes and reds but the formula doesn't work. They are cream products that don't show well and feel almost greasy when applied.

TOP 10 Re-Purchased Products (High End Edition)

2013-06-18T18:36:00.000-07:00

Hello Dolls, I have actually found the time and motivation to write up quite a few new Posts. Yay!! This will be a first in my series of Tens Posts. 10 loves, 10 hates, 10 essentials you get the point right loves.

Here are my Top 10 Re-purchased Products (Highend edition).

1. Benefit Erase Paste - I used this concealer for years and recently rediscovered my love for it. The peachy tone (light shade) conceals and corrects nicely.
2. Bobbi Brown Corrector - The light Bisque shade gives that little bit extra help I need some days to conceal the issues being an insomniac causes.
3. MAC NSF Natural Powder - I keep going back to this product over and over again.
4. NARS Laguna - Amazing bronzing powder that is the perfect shade for me right now. A tad dark when I'm winter pale but with a light hand it still works then.
5. NARS Blushes - I love the quality and color selection of these wonderful Blushes. Two I have been reaching for a lot are Torrid & Orgasm (once again:) )
6. Benefit Browzing - I went back to this one lately because my hair is now light again - Blond highlights.
7. MAC Lipsticks - I just adore MAC Lipsticks and I am drawn to the Lipstick display every time I pass by a MAC shop. Love Vegas Volt right now.
8. DIOR Lip Glow Balm - Very moisturizing, glossy and a perfect pink tint.
9. Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette - Ive said it before but this little palette is essential in my make-up bag. Great all over lid, highlights and crease shades, as well as colors I use for my brows and as eye liners.
10. MAC Paint Pot in Ground Work - wonderful base under shadows esp shades from the above palette or used as a quick wash of color.

Hope you stop by tomorrow to see the 10 Products That Didnt Work for Me:)

Sara xo

MAC Flamingo Lipstick

2013-06-10T17:04:00.000-07:00

Hey Loves. I know I usually review lipsticks on my other blog but I was having technical difficulties so here I am writing this post on my original blog. I was doing a little shopping last week and stopped my MAC to see the new collections. I fell for the All About Orange Collection but only allowed myself 1 purchase. I went with this Lipstick and love it.

MAC FLAMINGO

This beautiful lipstick looks orange in the tube but comes off more pink when worn/swatched. Its a Luster finish so if your afraid of color the sheer glossy finish is easy to wear. I really want the other shades in this collection too.

Sara xo

Maybelline Color Tattoo Pure Pigments

2013-06-04T17:22:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves I'm back again with another new product review. The other day when I picked up the new Maybelline Big Eyes Mascara (reviewed on yesterdays post) I saw these in the same display. I picked up 4 for a Birthday box I'm sending to a friend and 2 for myself.

The Good:
* Beautiful shimmering colors from champagnes to bright blues.
* Incredibly pigmented
* I experienced no fall out when using a flat shadow brush
* Applies smooth and even with out being patchy

The Bad:
* Could be cheaper for the amount of product you get 0.05oz/$10
* Doesn't last all day on me (no primer/oily eye lids)

35 BREAKING BRONZE

45 DOWNTOWN BROWN

Sara xo

MAYBELLINE The Falsies Big Eyes Mascara

2013-06-03T16:39:00.000-07:00

Hey Loves I've missed you all. Im here tonight with a review on a new mascara that I came across today. I think its a brilliant idea for someone like me who wears mascara on the top and bottom.

MAYBELLINE VOLUM'EXPRESS MASCARA

The Falsies Big Eyes

1 COAT

2 COAT

Like I mentioned above I do think this is a fantastic idea. To have the right size brushes and formula to apply mascara on the top and bottom lash all in one system, wonderful.

Top Mascara - The wet formula (brand new) really did lift my lashes up, opening my eyes. It was a little clumpy but I can fix that with a quick comb through. I did like the fact you can get noticeable results with just 1 coat.

Bottom Mascara - This is my favorite side of this mascara tube. The little brush is great for getting all the bottom and top/corner lashes. The bottom brush also seems to get scraped better when you pulled it out to get the perfect amount of formula on the brush.

The only thing thats a down sides I found was the fact I couldn't find a waterproof version (yet). I will be buying this one again. Another great Falsies mascara.

Sara xo

MAY BEAUTY FAVES

2013-05-25T18:21:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves. Its time to share my May Faves. On this post you will see my beauty faves (make-up, hair and skin care) and my go to lip products for may will be up on my other blog tomorrow.

The last few months I have changed up my everyday eye look from my go to neutral shadow and black winged liner.

FACE/HAIR/BODY PRODUCTS

MAKE-UP

Body/Hair/Nails/Skin

* LUSH Bubble Gum Lip Scrub

* Soap & Glory Glad Hair Day shampoo and conditioner

* Snappi Dry Shampoo - Smells good and doesn't leave a grey cast hair when brushed through.

* Essie Nail Polish - Peach Daiquiri & Bazooka

Make-Up

* GOOD THINGS Miracle Mattifier Moisturizer - I have been using this under my make-up as a primer (smells awesome).

* Bourjois 10 Hour Sleep Effect Foundation - Reminds me of my beloved MAC Face & Body but with a bit more coverage.

* Smashbox Photo Op under eye brightener - I wear this product under my eyes over foundation but under concealer.

* Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer - I use both shade (fair/light) under my eyes and the light shade on blemishes.

* MAC MSF Natural Powder

* NARS Laguna Bronzing Powder - I keep going back to this favorite. The perfect shade.

* Accessorize Blush / 6 Scandal - Pink and gold marbled bake blush that leave a beautiful flushed sheen on on my cheeks.

* Sleek Shangri-la Collection Palette - love the blue/aqua shades for under my lower lashes

* Urban Decay Naked Basics - fave shades for neutral lids, crease and brows

* Loreal Infallible Gel Liner & MAC 210 Brush - Tight Lining (instead of wearing winged liner)

* Annabelle Smudge Liner / Atomic Surf - Under Lower Lashes. Does not budge.

* Seventeen Doll'd Up Mascara - used first

* Green People Volumising Mascara - used over the mascara above

And there you have it, my beauty loves for May. Quite a few products this month and MANY were from my last swap with the beautiful Natalie from http://www.natalieroseanne.com/. My UK friends you have some awesome products available to you:)

Sara xo

SONIA KASHUK Beautifying Blush (mini review)

2013-05-20T17:03:00.000-07:00

Hi Loves I'm back again with another review today. Today's its for the Sonia Kashuk Beautifying Blush in 14 Pink Rose.
Its a gorgeous soft pink matte blush. Great color power off, applies smoothly and blends easily. I also find the black packaging with magnetic closure quite sleek.

Color Compare to Benefit Dandelion - Almost identical with the exception the Benefit one has fine shimmer. A great dupe for a third of the price at $9.99

Sara xo

SONIA KASHUK All Covered Up Concealer

2013-05-17T17:08:00.000-07:00

Hello Lovelies. I have a bunch of review posts for you this weekend as well as next week. I picked up a few products here and there this past week and I have so many great products to show you from my recent swap. In this post I'm sharing my thoughts on SONIA KASHUK All Covered Up Concealer in 02 Ivory.

This was my first purchase from this brand and I wasn't disappointed in the least. The packaging says its creamy, blendable color, conceals imperfections all day all of which I found to be true. It also states medium-high coverage dewy finish, oil free, Paraben free, fragrance free, no animal testing and contains oak & cork extracts.

No Concealer

This concealer is so creamy and easy to blend with wonderful coverage and staying power. I would compare the texture to Benefit Erase Paste. My only issue with this product is the colors. I thought 02 Ivory would be lighter and there was no tester to see the actual shades. Besides that I think this is a great concealer.

* I have not tested this on blemishes yet because right now I dont have any. When I do I will let you all know how it covers:)

Sara xo

A Spring Clothing Haul

2013-05-13T17:37:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves. Hope you had a great weekend and Mothers day. You may have seen a few of my Tweets lately sharing my weight gain with the world. If not then here is a quick recap. I have been trying to gain weight for what feels like my whole life, I'm tall but really skinny and I want curves. I am 5'11 and was a size 2 (now 6) and yes I have had many test done. This new medication I'm on caused me to gain about 20 lbs (no more since) so I'm really happy but clothes-less now. I did some shopping for Spring/Summer clothing this week and wanted to share what I have so far.

*Since I am replacing my whole wardrobe (minus a few tanks/dresses) I am only buying things on sale/clearance or for great prices. Nothing in this post was over $20:)

I bought these High Waist shorts in 3 different denim shades but only showed the medium rinse here . I like the fact I can leave them a tad longer or fold them up.

Sara xo

COVERGIRL Flamed Out Mascara

2013-05-12T16:44:00.000-07:00

Hi Loves. I may not follow every rule when it comes to make-up expiry but I do when it comes to Mascara. I have very sensitive eyes and never want to take a chance of getting an infection. So it was time to buy a new Waterproof formula. I saw this new one on display and decided to give it a try.

This Mascara is a fail for me. Its not a horrible mascara but it does have some flaws. The wand is large which is fine but because of its shape it gets mascara on my eye lid. Another problem with the wand is the end has a ton of mascara stuck on the it when you pull it from the tube. Last issue for me is its too natural looking for me, not giving the length or volume I like.

ONE COAT

TWO COATS

You may like this Mascara but its not for me. I will stick to my Loreal Voluminous Carbon Black and Maybelline the Falsies:)

Sara xo

The Make-up I NEED in my collection.

2013-05-09T17:30:00.000-07:00

Hello my Loves. There are certain make-up products I cant be without. Guess you could say the products I would need to re-purchase if my make-up disappeared. I tried to nail it down to 5 but 7 was the end number since I just couldn't let the last few product off this list. I would love to know yours:)

1. Light weight foundations - Evening out my skin with out looking too heavy. I like satin or dewy finishes on my usually dry skin.
2. Concealers/Corrector - I NEED to conceal my undereye circles.
3. Bronzing Powders - I skipped this step in my beauty routine for so long but now I always use bronzers. I love looking sun kissed.
4. Eyebrow helpers - Filling in my naturally patchy brows changes my whole face. I like using powders the most.
5. Mascaras - Mascara opens up your eyes. I look sleepy without it.
6. Neutral Eye Shadows - All I need is a light creamy shade (matte or shimmer) and a medium brown for the crease and Im all set.
7. Stand out Lip Colors - Since I keep my eyes neutral I love a great pop of color on my lips. Whether that be a neon shade or a soft color in a shade you dont see every day like a beautiful lavender.

Sara xo

BOURJOIS FOUNDATIONS (3 Small Reviews)

2013-05-05T12:08:00.002-07:00

Hello Loves. I recently did another swap with my gorgeous friend Natalie and the box arrived a few days ago. WOW she completely went over board but I love everything and cant thank her enough. One of the items on my wish list was a Bourjois foundation since they are really expensive here in Canada and for a drug store foundation I cant justify $30 for something I haven't tried. Well she picked me up 3 different ones and so far I think they are all fabulous.

BOURJOIS 10 Hour Sleep Effect Foundation - Beige Clair

This says its an anti fatigue foundation thanks to its enriched formula which includes high concentrations of Vitamin E, F, B5 and concentrates. All I can say is its fantastic. The consistency is a bit watery but it gave the perfect light (med build-able) coverage with a beautiful satin finish. It lasted all day.

BOURJOIS Healthy Mix Foundation - Beige

This foundation claims to give you up to 16 hr of healthy glowing skin with apricot for radiance, melon for hydration and apple to protect your skin. The formula is not quite as watery as with the last foundation and coverage is a bit better which is great when I feel the need for more. It really does leave the skin looking radiant.

BOURJOIS 1-2-3 Perfect Foundation - Beige

This one says it contains yellow pigment for anti-dark circles, mauve pigments for anti-dull complexion and green pigments for anti-redness. This is the thickest out of all three with the most coverage. It really does leave my complexion almost flawless covering the redness around my nose and almost all of my under eye circles. This one had more of a matte finish on my skin but I did use a matte primer first. *although this one is beige as well it does look a bit darker then the others, blended out its perfect.

All three foundations are very different but all blend out very easily, look great on my skin and lasted all day without looking flaky, too shiny or patchy. I now have a great foundation to cover all my foundation moods, light - full coverage.

Sara xo

APRIL'S BEAUTY BOXES

2013-05-02T17:44:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves. I received two of my monthly beauty boxes this week so I decided to throw them into a post and share what came. I got my April Glossy Box which came with some great products but sadly will be my last box (for a while). I also received my April Beauty Box 5 which I am continuing with, low price and great products.

GLOSSY BOX

*Jelly Pong Pong Lip Stain (full size)- $18.70

*Shick Hydro Silk Razor - $10.99

*Boscia Recharging Night Moisture - $44.00/40 ml

*Pop Beauty Glitz Liner/olive oomph (full size) - $15.00

*Heartland Fragrances Bath Salts/mint - $10.10/30 oz

BEAUTY BOX FIVE

*La Fresh Body Soother Wipes - $9.99/24 wipes
*Minxxette Brush Hanger - $4.69/small
*Jean Pierre Cosmetics Oil Absorbing Tissues - $1.99/50 sheets
*Models Co Nude Illusion Lip Pencil - $20
*Brazen Cosmetics (loose) Eye Shadow/birthday suit - $7.49/0.18oz

I'm sure you will get to see these products in more depth in future review and tutorial posts.

Sara xo

Loving This Combo - NOTD

2013-04-29T16:38:00.001-07:00

Hello Loves. Today I was supposed to be sleeping away my nasty cold while my kids are at school but I couldn't fall asleep so I tried to at least look a bit better. I waxed my eye brows, dyed my hair and painted my nails. At first I decided to do a bright neon then like always I thought well that just doesn't stand out enough for me LOL!! so I added some glitter polish - confetti style maybe you would call it. I really love how fun it looks, a great pick me up when I'm so sick.

Sara xo

My April Beauty Faves ♥

2013-04-25T17:59:00.001-07:00

Hey Lovelies. Its time for my April Beauty Loves. If you read my last post or follow me on other social sites you know I've spent most of my time this month in workout sweats which mean little to no make-up most days but I still reached for few products regularly. My look this month (most days) was a under eye concealer, mascara, blush and gloss.

BIOTHERM Aqua Source moisturizer / JOSIE MARAN Argan Oil / VASELINE Lip balm (how cute)

RIMMEL Fix & Perfect Primer / REVLON Photoready BB Cream / Bobbi Brown Corrector

COVERGIRL Clump Crusher Mascara / NYX Jumbo Eye Pencils (as liner or smudged on lid)

609 French Fries - 625 Sparkle Nude - 617 Iced Mocha

NYX Mega Shine Gloss

NYX Mega Shine Lip Gloss in 164 Nude Pink & 122 Natural

NARS Laguna / NARS Orgasm / DIOR Rosy Glow

NARS Orgasm Blush - DIOR Rosy Glow Blush - NARS Laguna Bronzer

Sara xo