Junior Mints via xSparkage

This is a copied look of my version of xSparkage's Junior Mints inspired tutorial.  Tutorials are available on Youtube and are one of the quickest and easiest ways to learn how to do makeup better, and for inspiration.  xsparkage is my favorite to watch!  Side note, I'm using a new Mascara that is cheap and I actually love it.  It is Wet N Wild's Mega Wink Mascara.  I costs $3, but I was able to find it marked down 50%.  If you find it, pick it up!

Products Used:
Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation in Shell
MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation in NW15
Revlon A Floral Affair Blush in Pinking of You
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Higlighter
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk
25 Profusion Beauty Wallet
120 Pro Eyeshadow Palette
Mary Kay Eyedefining Pencil in Sable
NYC Brow Pencil in Taupe
Wet N Wild Mega Wink Mascara in Black
32 Pro Lipgloss Palette
Milani Crystal Gloss for Lips in Kiss N Tell

Gorgeous Greens!

I exclusively used the 120 palette for the eyeshadow on this look to give you all another idea of it.  It is so versatile, and although you can't tell by most of what I do, it does come with a couple rows of neutral colors as well  :)

Products Used:
MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation in NW15
MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation in NW15
Mary Kay Cheek Color in Bronze Sands
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Blush in Dusty Mauve
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Highlighter
120 Pro Eyeshadow Palette
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk
NYX Cream Glitter in Teal
Maybelline Falsies Mascara in Black
Mary Kay High Profile Lipstick in Currant
L'oreal Colour Riche Lipgloss

120 Palette, Finally!

After two months of waiting for some palettes from China, and being reimbursed by the sellers, I finally broke down and order the one I wanted most from a US seller for a little more money (although still really cheap).  Seriously though, this palette is absolutely incredible!  It is bright and gorgeous.  I use a few different palettes and I wanted everyone to have an idea of what they are and how to get hold of them, rather than just reading the name in my products used and wondering what it is.  And now, my eyes will be more colorful than I have ever been able to make them!!  :)  This specific palette can, obviously, be found on eBay.  Search for 120 palette.  There are a couple different ones and this one is a little more because it was the second one released.  However, if you prefer to order from a non-eBay sight, this and many other palettes like it, can be found at www.coastalscents.com or www.bhcosmetics.com 

Products Used:
MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation in NW15
MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation in NW15
Mary Kay Cheek Color in Bronze Sands
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Highlighter
120 Pro Eyeshadow Palette
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk
Fake MAC Gel Liner in Black
Covergirl Liquid Pencil Liner in Black
Mabelline Falsies Mascara in Black
Carmex Moisture Plus in Pink Shimmer

Slightly Calmer Shades

I experimented with slightly more neutral colors of the NYX pigments today (thanks Jeni!).  I decided to go with browns as opposed to my normal color pops.  It still amazes me how well these pigments blend!  However, if you're working with pigments (or a lot of shadow in general) fallout can be a major issue.  This is when the eyeshadow drops down onto your skin under your eye.  I usually use a brush or q-tip to get this off.  Today I did not have a q-tip handy so I picked up one of my sponges.  This is the must use tool for fallout!  Because it has a little grab to it, it actually pulls the shadow off the skin instead of having to scrub or wipe.  So much easier!!

Products Used:
Maybelline Dream Smooth Mousse Foundation in Porcelain Ivory
MAC Studio Finish Powder Foundation in NW15
Revlon A Floral Affair Sheer Powder Blush in Honey Bunch
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Highlighter
Physician's Formula Light Bronzer
NYX Pearl Mania Pigment in Walnut Pearl
NYX Pearl Mania Pigment in Rust Pearl
Revlon Make a Sheen Lustrous Shadow in Show Stopper Copper
Jordana Easyliner for Eyes in Coffee Bean
Covergirl Lashblast Mascara in Brown
Sally Hansen 18 Hour Lip Treatment in Clear Rose Sugar

Red Eyeshadow

Thank you Halloween!  True red eyeshadow is very hard to find.  There are a couple select brands that have one, but they run at a minimum of $20.  Needless to say, I was more than thrilled when our Wet N Wild Halloween makeup arrived yesterday at work and there was a true red shadow in the mix!  Is it good eyeshadow?  Not really.  But it will suffice for now.

Products Used:
MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation in NW15
MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation in NW15
Mary Kay Cheek Color in Honey Wheat
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Highlighter
Wet N Wild Fantasy Makers Split Personality Duo Eye Color 11317
Pro Art Black/Pink Palette
Wet N Wild Fantasy Makers Glitter Palette 11318
Fake MAC Gel Eyeliner in Black
Maybelline Falsies Mascara in Black
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk
Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstain in Touch of Toffee
L'oreal Colour Riche Lipgloss in Soft Coral

Contest Update

Well, this contest does not seem to be going all that well for me.  It will definitely be extended, since not a single comment has been left on the contest entry.  Due to the extension, I will give the prizes to the first person who gets three followers!  Hopefully this will make it a little bit easier for everyone.  Simply have them leave a comment on this entry of who invited them.  Today's look turned a little more camo-esque than I was expecting, but I still enjoyed it :)

Products Used:
MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation in NW15
MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation in NW15
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Floral Blush in Dusty Mauve
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Highlighter
NYX Serengeti Triple Eyshadow Palette
88 Pro Warm Eyeshadow Palette
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Purple
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Rocky Mountain Green
Maybelline Falsies Mascara in Black
L'oreal Infallible Never Fail Lipstick in Primrose
Sally Hansen Mineral Lip Treatment in Pink Sapphire

False Lashes

False lashes can be a blast to wear!  There are so many different kinds out there to choose from, ranging from completely natural to over the top costume.  The ones I chose for today were a little more on the costume side, but still calm enough that they can be worn as part of a day look so long as you realize people will know you have them on.  I tried going through a few different kinds of cheaper brand lashes.  My advice, don't waste the money trying to find cheap ones that work well, and skip straight to the common well known brands.  It will save a lot of hassle in the end.  These ones are Ardell, which is sold in some drugstores and at Sally's.  If you watch for a good deal, you can actually get them as cheap as a couple bucks a pair.  Don't skimp on the glue either!  Use either DUO or LashGrip.  When using these decent products together, the lashes go on in just a few seconds with practically no effort to get them on.  And if you take good care of them, they're reusable!

Products Used:
Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation in Shell
MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation
15 Pro Concealer Palette
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Floral Blush in Dusty Mauve
Femme Couture Mineral Effects Highlighter
Physician's Formula Light Bronzer
NYX Pearl Mania Pigment in Turquoise (used wet)
24 Profusion Eyeshadow Palette
88 Warm Pro Eyeshadow Palette
Fake MAC Gel Eyeliner in Black
Maybelline Falsies Mascara in Black
Ardell Fashion Lashes #134
Wet N Wild Longwear Lipstick in 903C
MAC Viva Glam Lipstick in Cyndi
Lip Vitamins Lip Plumper in Clear