The beautiful world of Lennyn B

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

Where to go from here ..Life update :)

2013-04-25T16:19:00.000-07:00

Hi Loves. Just a little life update me tonight. April has been a month of transformation inside and out. I have been working out every day with my kids jogging and playing soccer and baseball etc. I'm feeling better on the outside and feeling happier emotionally as well. I have also been having a lot of where is my life heading thoughts running through my head. I am fine financially but like all parents always want a better life for my kids and if possible providing that life doing something I enjoy. My issue is going back to work outside the home. Yes I would earn more but paying a sitter would be like working for free. Do I put more effort into my Blog/YouTube? Do I get over my fears and finally start selling my Jewelry and Hair Accessories on a Etsy type site? Not sure where to go from here.

My Weekend & 1st time Vlogging

2013-04-21T19:51:00.001-07:00

Hey Loves. Just wanted to let you know how I spent my weekend and today. On the weekend while my kids were at their dad's home (ex-husband) I spent my days running errands cleaning and watching movies like Django Unchained and out with my friends at night. . I had a great time but by Saturday night I was needing my comfy pj's so I called it a night early and went home for Doctor Who & Tacos. On to today. I filmed a Vlog video for my YouTube Channel which meant walking around with my camera attached to my hand. After many many strange looks I decided I really need a smaller camera lol.

VLOG VID - Chat, Shop, Bday dinner & Kids:)

Birthday Celebrations:)

Saturday Night (I was wearing a Black Maxi Dress & Converse of course lol:)

Sara xo

DIOR Healthy Glow Awakening Blush

2013-04-17T16:53:00.001-07:00

Hello Lovelies. Yesterday I reviewed the Dior Color Awakening Lip Balm on my other Blog (Button/link in sidebar) and today I'm sharing my thought on the Dior Healthy Glow Awakening Blush.

Dior states this rosy glow intuitively adjusts to the moisture of each skin to make the cheeks blush with delight, as if revitalized with a breath of fresh air. Its ultra fine powder texture and its irresistible rose fragrance offer a moment of pure indulgence with each application. Price $45

I cant vouch for this blush changing to suit different people because
I have only applied it on myself and the shade it shows on me isn't far from the color in the pan. Either way this blush is gorgeous. The pink color gives a perfect flush. Its lovely scent is not over whelming and with its beautiful packaging & velvet black pouch it definitely feels like a luxury product:)

Sara xo

Whats Going On - New Blog & YouTube News

2013-04-15T17:41:00.002-07:00

Hey there Lovelies. Just a little chatty post to let you know whats going on around here. If you saw what I wrote about blogging a few posts back you know I need a change and that's what I'm doing. I am working on setting up a second blog right now. A blog about my favorite make-up product:) I will still be posting reviews, tutorials and hauls on this Blog page. I will post the link to my new blog very soon.

Second after years of being so afraid of what others thought I said what the hell and finally started posting videos on YouTube. Although I'm just getting my channel started and still learning I would absolutely love it if you Subscribed to my channel or at least stopped by to watch a video or 2. Either or both would mean the world to me:) -link below

lennyn82 (The Beautiful World of Lennyn B)

A new video on my Make-up Collection and Storage went up a few hours ago!!

Sara xo

BOBBI BROWN CORRECTOR & A Little Chat

2013-04-13T17:50:00.000-07:00

Hey loves back again with another product review. Last week I picked up a Bobbi Brown Corrector on my trip to Sephora and I've been loving it ever since. The shade Light Bisque is a perfect color for correcting the blueness in my under eye circles and works so well I don't really have to wear concealer over it (but do most days). This products consistency is creamy and blends out really easily reminding me of MAC Studio Finish Concealer. It lasts all day on me and in my opinion worth the $30 price tag. I will be re-purchasing it again:)

No Corrector

With Corrector no Concealer

Just a quick note before I go loves. I still love blogging but I'm not sure where to go from here. I just feel unsatisfied with things right now and I know that's partly my fault. I did nothing with the affiliate programs and companies asking me to do reviews when I first started so I could be establish myself first and since then everything has stopped. I know its controversial topic but I have put in more time writing posts then many work a regular job. Getting ready to and writing at least 1 post a day for 16 months is hard work and I feel like I should be some where better by now. I'm not trying to be greedy that's not my attention at all. I'm not going to stop blogging or making videos (first one was posted yesterday) but I will be changing things up.

HARD♥CANDY Glamoflauge

2013-04-13T16:55:00.000-07:00

Hey Lovelies. I have two posts going up tonight and both are about under eye make-up. This one is a review on Hard Candy Glamoflauge. It says heavy duty right on the packaging and it really is. Here are my thoughts on this product.

Price - $6.00
I found the price very good for the size of the product (0.71 oz) and the fact you need so little.

Colors - 3 shades to choose from fair, light & medium
I bought light because Im always fair/light in concealers but I could of gone for the medium shade

Formula - Thick cream
The very thick cream was hard to blend out before it set on my dry skin. I will try again soon applying under eye cream first.

Coverage & Staying power -
Like I said above a tiny dot goes a long way. It does a good job at covering under eye darkness. I wore it for 7 hours and it creased a tiny bit near the end but didn't fade away.

No Concealer

Hard Candy Glamoflauge (One layer)

My opinion of the Concealer is that it does have great coverage but quite hard to work with. Its thick and hard to blend out due to its dry texture and fast setting. Because of the covering power of this product I will keep trying different methods of applying it to try and get it to work better for me. Right now I give it a 3.5/5

Sara xo

My 1st YouTube Video - Easy Top Knot with Extensions

2013-04-12T16:25:00.002-07:00

Hello Loves. I wanted to share the disastrous adventure of making my first video. Not only did my camera stop recording less then 3 mins in but I was clueless when it came to using any of the editing software I downloaded today so I didnt do anything to it. I decided ugh whatever I'll upload it to YouTube anyways. Its my first video which always seems awkward anyways and I doubt many will see it. Half way through the upload my internet went down lol:)

Nice thumbnail hehe:)

P.s this is how I wear my hair almost everyday but I add a bow.
Sara xo

MAC PLEASE ME

2013-04-11T16:22:00.001-07:00

Hey Lovelies. I know I know I do way to many posts on lipsticks. Strange for a girl that never wore it a few years back. Now its my favorite beauty product to buy. For me concealer is a must and Lipsticks is ..well its fun. The other day I did a haul showing a few lipsticks. Here is the other one from MAC I bought.

Please me is a beautiful matte pink from MAC. It is more on the dry side unlike my other new matte Heroine. I would recommend exfoliating your lips first and as you can see I didn't bother before this post but I really should of lol:)

Sara xo

New Foundation Routine (Fave Products & Brushes)

2013-04-10T17:11:00.000-07:00

Hi Loves. Tonight I wanted to chat about my face make-up routine as well as at the moment product faves and the brushes I use to apply them. All but 2 of the products I'm about to talk about are fairly new to me and I'm really liking them.

PRIMER & FOUNDATIONs

I was searching for a Drugstore Primer comparable to my loved Benefit Porefession and came across this one by Rimmel. This cream textured primer worked great on my dry skin. After applying my Primer I then apply my Foundation/BB Cream or Tinted Moisturizer. Unless my skin is acting up I like a light coverage to even out my skin tone. I'm really liking Revlon Photoready BB Cream and MAC Face & Body. To apply my foundation I like using either my Bdellium Flat Top Foundation brush or my Real Techniques Buffing brush.

Correcting & Concealing

First I use Bobbi Brown Correction under my eyes and in the inner corner blending in out with my RT Deluxe Crease Brush. Then I apply my Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer in a V under my eyes with the same brush to brighten. Last I use a damp Beauty Blender to tap lightly over the products I applied to smooth and blend everything.

SETTING POWDERS

I use another Real Techniques Deluxe Crease brush to sweep e.l.f setting powder under my eyes then I use the RT Contour brush to apply MAC MSF on my T Zone.

Rimmel Fix & Perfect Pro Primer
MAC Face & Body Foundation - C2
Revlon Photoready BB Cream - Light/Medium
Bobbi Brown Corrector - Light Bisque
Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer - Fair
MAC MSF Powder - Medium

Sara xo

MAC HEROINE

2013-04-08T17:11:00.000-07:00

Hello Loves. I am absolutely smitten with my new MAC lipstick. Heroine is a beautiful deep purple, a true purple. It may look a bit scary if your not used to a bolder look but its very wearable. It is matte but I find it creamier and less drying on my lips then other MAC mattes like Ruby Woo (a fave too). I've been really into matte lipsticks lately.

L-R : HEROINE / REBEL / UP THE AMP

I have no clue what that black dot was, I didnt notice till I took the photos lol.

Sara xo

Collective Haul - Make-up, Clothes & lots of Shoes

2013-04-06T11:40:00.000-07:00

Hi loves. Sorry I didn't put up a post last night but this weekend is going to be a non stop one. I dont have time to do a Tutorial or Review right now so I'm going to share the things I picked up this past week or so. May seem like a lot but I shopped coupons, sales and Back2MAC. As you can see below it was a shoes week:)

If you cant tell from my picture taking skill the bottom item is leggings (folded) :)

MAC -
* Paint Pot - Antique Diamond
* Eye Shadow (matte) - Ablaze
* Brush - 210
* Lipsticks (matte) - Please Me & Heroine

SEPHORA -
* Bobbi Brown Corrector - Light Bisque
* Josie Maran Argan Oil
* Sample of Bobbi Brown Concealer because they are out of my shade

TARGET -
* NYX Jumbo Pencil - Sparkle Nude
* NYX Xtreme Lip Cream - Candy land
* Covergirl Clump Crusher Mascara

This weeks shoe buys came from Footlocker, Steps, Payless and Journeys. Clothing was from Forever 21.