Category Archives: Make-Up

New bareMinerals Blemish Rescue

If you’ve got acne-prone skin (and I’m going through a bout of it myself these days), then you may want to check out the latest from bareMinerals. Their Blemish Rescue line has several products that claim to help acne-prone skin … Continue reading

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The Body Shop Lip and Cheek Velvet Stick

I’ve been #ShoppingMyStash recently and I’ve rediscovered The Body Shop’s Lip and Cheek Velvet Stick in the Universal Shade.  The universal shade turns into various shades of pink depending on the pH of your skin.  On me, it’s a deep … Continue reading

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TBT: Jennifer Lopez

Proof that good makeup is timeless.  Here’s a picture of Jennifer Lopez from over 10 years ago!  2007 to be exact.  Good makeup accentuates your features and looks timeless.  This look would be good today too!   Yes, Jennifer Lopez looks … Continue reading

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MAC Sheer Mystery Powder and No Foundation in 2019

It’s the days of no foundation.  I know. I’ve been a religious foundation wearer for the better part of two years, and my skin isn’t better now than it was then, but I found that I just wanted to be … Continue reading

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The Holy Grail Nail Trio

This is a nail look I’ve done so many times that it’s become my go-to.  I really love understated super long nails – as long as they’re actually my real nails and I can grow them long enough to my … Continue reading

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Beautycounter Velvet Eyeshadow Palette

Alright, it’s time to get out your Christmas list and put down an eyeshadow palette on it – because although you might have a few kicking around in your makeup drawer, you might not have one that’s as buttery smooth … Continue reading

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Skinny Wands

I’m all about the skinny wands these days, and these are my two favourites right now: Caryl Baker Visage’s Brow Ink ($23) on the brows adds some colour but also helps those stray hairs stay in place.   My other … Continue reading

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Buxom Lip Powder and Matte Lips

Matte lips will always be my favourite look to wear.  The colour lasts longer, and it’s a true bonus if I can find a lippie that leaves a bit of a stain on my lips too. I like a lippie … Continue reading

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Nars All Day Luminous Powder Foundation

It’s summer, so cream foundations have gone to the wayside, and mostly, my focus these days is sunscreen.  That being said, I’ve been finding that it’s kind of nice to atleast powder your face mid-day before stepping out for lunch … Continue reading

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CoverGirl LashBlast Full Lash Bloom Mascara

I’m having a bit of a moment with CoverGirl mascaras, in particular their LashBlast line.  With all the most-hyped mascaras around, there’s something to be said for a tried and true brand that you can get affordably and find while … Continue reading

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