NYX JUMBO PENCIL REVIEW

NYX JUMBO PENCILS ™(about $4.50 or less)

0.5g or 0.18oz

CLAIM:" A radiant eye liner that also doubles as an eye shadow. Made with a blend of mineral oil and powder, our creamy Jumbo Eye Pencils glide on effortlessly—no pulling, tugging or fading—and come in a rainbow of vivid hues. "

FIRST IMPRESSION: The First time I used these it took some experimenting. The reason for this is because most people including me use this as a base on the eyelids, and being that it is creamy, it may crease on your lid. Besides that they are very pigmented and really help brighten ur eyeshadow or make it pop. My favorite everyday shades are black (black bean) and white (milk). 

HOW I WEAR IT: The way I use this product is mostly as a eyeshadow base. The thing you have to remember when using this is you should use a pretty good primer underneath. (URBAN DECAY PRIMER POTION, MAC PAINT POTS, TOO FACED SHADOW INSURANCE...ETC) When applying this to your lid, do not go above your crease, staying on your lid keeps it lasting longer and less chance for creasing. After applying it pat it and blend the edges with ur fingers for a nice smooth application.

QUICK TIP: Using the black as a base, apply a shimmery iridescent shadow or glitter; makes it look awesome! ;)

LAST BUT NOT LEAST: Overall I really like these pencils,I use them almost everyday. The only thing I would say is because they are quite fat, they wont fit in most pencil sharpeners, but you  can purchase one from NYX($3-4) comes with 2 diff. sizes

SCORE (1-10): 7.5

MAKEUP BY ME (2)

These were so much fun to do! 

:D

-makeup by me 

-Jess

FAVORITES

FAVORITE LIP PRODUCT: CARMEX MOISTURE PLUS (about $3)

It is the best chap-stick ever! Its a very moisturizing chap-stick that has a glossy look to it.

When I have chapped lips, after putting this on once..My lips are so soft; and to top it off, it smells like vanilla =)

It also comes in two tinted shades (besides clear) : Sheer Pink Tint & Sheer Peach Tint.

FAVORITE BLUSH: MAC BLUSH in MELBA (about $20)

I love this color, because it goes with pretty much anything. Its the perfect shade between a pink and a peach. 

FAVORITE MASCARA: MAYBELLINE THE FALSIES VOLUME EXPRESS (about $5-6)

The Perfect Mascara :)

FAVORITE EYELINER: LA GIRL FINELINE LONG LASTING FINE TIP LIQUID EYE LINER (about $5-6)

I love this liner! It is so easy to use and you could take it anywhere on the go, and it lasts a pretty long time without drying out.

FAVORITE MATIFYING POWDER: E.L.F TRANSLUCENT MATIFYING POWDER (about $3)

I wear this everyday over my foundation , and it helps it stay on all day, while making my skin look matte and flawless, and for $3 its a steal!

FAVORITE EYESHADOWS: URBAN DECAY NAKED PALETTE (about $48)

This palette has shimmer shadows, and matte shadows ranging from a pearly champagne color to all kinds of browns to black and grey. The pigmentation in this palette is AH-MAZING. I use these shadows everyday and you can create a large variety of looks with only these 12 shadows

COMES WITH: URBAN DECAY PRIMER POTION (MINI)

& URBAN DECAY 24/7 EYELINERS IN ZERO AND WHISKEY

FAVORITE BRUSH SET: BDELLIUM TOOLS 10 PIECE MINERAL BRUSH SET (about $70)

These brushes are such good quality,they clean easily, and don't shed. I use these brushes everyday on clients and they come in so many different varieties, and colors. The quality is worth the price :)

-Jess

MAKEUP BY ME

These are a few pictures of some photoshoots I did.

Photography by Ruzz

&

Makeup by Me

-Jess

Laura Mercier Foundations Review

Laura Mercier Oil Free Foundation: $42 US

1 oz. 29ml

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FACTS:

-Oil-Free & Non-Drying

-Lightweight feeling but Medium to Full Coverage

-Vitamins A, C, E antioxidants (Protect the skin from harmful effects in the enviro.)

-Long Wearing

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CLAIM: "This highly pigmented foundation can be applied lightly for a sheer finish, or layered for fuller coverage. Each shade was designed to enhance the natural undertones of the skin. Ideal for all skin types."

FIRST IMPRESSION: Whoa!, Yes that was my first Impression lol. I feel like its a second skin but a clearer and more wonderful looking skin. I have acne scars and a few blemishes once in a while, but after one thin layer of the foundation my skin looks amazing. This has amazing coverage! And its buildable without looking cakey and nasty, which for me is a plus. Two thin layers and everything is covered perfectly!

HOW I WEAR IT: I wear this Foundation with the Laura Mercier Mineral Powder (below), and im set! The two work so well together! 

COVERAGE: If your someone who LOVES full coverage, this will give it to you without looking cakey, But if your someone who likes MINIMAL coverage this could also be used lightly to just give you a softer look. You could even mix the foundation with a little bit of your favorite moisturizer and have a really nice tinted moisturizer :)

LAST BUT NOT LEAST: The price on this foundation is pretty pricey for a foundation, but to me its honestly worth it! Go to your local Sephora and ask for a sample, take it home and try it out. Make sure you chose the right color! This will make sure you no what ur buying before u buy it. I brought home a sample and fell in LOVE! I would recommend this to anyone from dry/normal skin to combination/oily. And this lasts me all day!!!

SCORE (1-10) : 9.5

Laura Mercier Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 15: $35 US

0.34 oz./9.6g

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FACTS:

-Oil-Free

-Non-Comedogenic

-Anti-Aging Properties

-SPF 15

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CLAIM: "A finely milled powder composed completely of natural elements with 15 active amino acids. Helps clear the skin of toxins, promotes healthy skin cell growth, and fights the aging process. Oil-free and water-resistant, it can be applied either as a buildable foundation or a pigmented powder."

FIRST IMPRESSION: My First Impression on the Mineral Foundation was its sort of Luminesce on the skin. Its nothing obnoxious, crazy shimmery or sparkly, its barely noticeable but it  does give a nice glow to the skin, and it feels very natural.

COVERAGE: The coverage with this powder is really nice and it has a slightly less coverage i'd say than the BARE MINERALS FOUNDATION. I've been using Bare Minerals for 6 years and i thought i'd give the Laura Mercier Mineral Foundation a try. I really do like how it gives you a really natural looking finish that could be buildable upon your desire. I havent personally experienced any breakouts to this Foundation, even though my skin is very sensitive and acne prone. 

LAST BUT NOT LEAST: If your someone who has blemishes, acne scars, or rosacea, this will give you a good enough coverage alone without any liquid foundation, but I personally use a liquid foundation because I do like a more full coverage. If you have oily skin, it would be recommended to use a primer with this for longer lasting coverage. I have normal skin but during the day it sometimes gets a bit oily, but with this foundation i've noticed i dont have to reapply or blot during the day because it keeps my skin looking fresh all day. Now, it is a bit pricey but its a good investment. :)

SCORE (1-10) : 8.5 

-JESS

Half Human Half Dead

Products used:

Skeleton Side

-White Cake Makeup (for the skeleton side)

-Black Cake Makeup (used for skeleton's "eyeshadow", lashes, eyebrow, mouth, and side "contours")

-Blue Eyeshadow (underneath the bottom lash line//then blend out a little)

-White Cream Concealer (I used this for the teeth)

Human Side

-Foundation

-Pink Blush

-Red Lipstick

-Black, Grey, and Light Grey (Creating a Smokey Eye)

-False Lash (only on this eye)

-Jess

Rainbow Fish

This is one of my favorite looks I did. :)

Products Used:

-2 shades Purple Eyeshadow (darkest purple on the corners of the temple, lightest in the center of the forehead)

-3 shades of Blue Eyeshadow ( " )

-3 shades of Green Eyeshadow ( " )

-Yellow Eyeshadow

-Orange Eyeshadow

-Red Eyeshadow

-Black Gel or Cake Liner

-Purple Lipstick (I put a Shimmery and Iridescent Blue Eyeshadow in the Center of my lips)

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I used the Black liner to draw some random scales on different parts of my face, and then I filled in certain scales with the darker version of the shadows. For my Eyes i Just used the Black Cake Liner and then Drew some fake lashes.

-Jess

Bowie

Products Used:

-Bright Pink Blush or Eyeshadow (contour temples, cheeks, nose, and chin)

-Coral Eyeshadow (apply on eyelids)

-Light pink Eyeshadow (apply on brow bone and center of eyelid)

-Orange eyeshadow(outline lightly the shape of the lightening bolt then fill in)

-Blue Eyeshadow (Add the Blue to the Corners of the Orange)

-Navy Blue Shadow (outline one side of the Blue shadow nearest tot he orange)

-Coraly Pink Lipstick

-Jess

Lines, Lines and more lines.

Products Used:

-Brown Liner (For all the lines)

-White Pearl Shadow(Fill in some of the sections, so u have patches)

-Bronzer & Blush (Apples of the cheek)

-Brown Eyeshadow (for your eye make-up)

-Black Gel Liner (for your eyes)

-Nude Lipstick/Concealer (Concealer your lips)

-Jess

Cleo, My dear

I decided to take my own spin on Elizabeth Taylors Cleopatra Look from 1963.

Products Used:

-Full Face of Foundation/Powder

-Light Coral Blush

-Pink Nude lipstick

-Clear Gloss

-Blue Eyeshadow

-Black Liner

-Glitter

-Fill in Brows

-Jess

OH CHARLIE!

Products Used:

-Lightest Foundation (you wanna look really pale)

-Dark Grey & Light Grey Shadow ( contour cheeks, under eyes, & smile lines)

-Black Gel Liner ( Line your eyes & Underneath your waterline & Waterline)(create moustache)

Black Eye-Shadow (Emphasize and Fill in Eyebrows)

-Nude Lipstick or Your Foundation (on your lips, canceling out the pink in your lips)

-Jess

I'M NO DUMMY!

Products Used:

-Basic Foundation all over Face

-NYX Jumbo Pencil-Black Bean(for black "eyeshadow")

-Black Shadow (to set NYX pencil)(& to fill eyebrows)

-White Cake Makeup/White Concealer (white under the eyes)

-Black liner (outline eyes, fake lashes, & freckles)

-Black Mascara

-White Eyeshadow (for brow bone, bridge of nose, cupids bow, & chin highlight)

-Pink Blush (apples of the cheeks)

-Matte Brown Bronzer/or Shadow (exaggerating /contour for cheeks)

-Red Lip liner (only lining the middle of the lips making it seem smaller/doll-like)

-Pink/Nude Lipstick(apply to middle/set with gloss)

-Brown Liner(drawing to lines for mouth part)

-Brown Shadow (shading the corners to make the mouth part 3D looking)

-Jess