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Makeup of the Week Tenth Edition.

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Makeup of the Week Tenth Edition.

Makeup of the Week Tenth Edition.

This week I was inspired to create a classic eye look using three shadows.  Typically, I wear one color across the lid and call it a day.  I am always a tad reluctant to apply too many colors on my lids.  My ample lid space can quickly become overwhelmed and start to resemble a finger painting gone awry.  The general rule for using three colors, is to pick shades in the same color family with different levels of intensity (light, medium and dark).  Enjoy!

Makeup of the Week: Light: MAC Too Chic Medium: Clarins Auburn. Dark: Clarins Dark Chocolate.

Eye Look of the Week:
Light: MAC Too Chic
Medium: Clarins Auburn.
Dark: Clarins Dark Chocolate.

Eye Look of the Week.

Eye Look of the Week.

Eye Look of the Week:

  1. Laura Mercier Eye Canvas EC-3 used as an eyeshadow base (reviewed here).
  2. MAC Mineralized Skinfinish Natural in Medium Plus all over the eye lid from lash line to brow bone (purchase here).
  3. MAC Too Chic Beauty Powder used as the first color across the mobile lid (discontinued).
  4. Clarins Auburn Mineral Eyeshadow used as the second color in the crease.
  5. Clarins Dark Chocolate Mineral eyeshadow used as the third color to deepen the crease and outter “v” (purchase here).
  6. Clarins Auburn Mineral Eyeshadow used on the lower lash line (purchase here) with W4 from the Tokyo Lights Palette (reviewed here).
  7. Merle Norman inner eye liner…a nude shade as opposed to white (check your area locations).
  8. Inglot #90 AMC liner for the upper waterline (purchase here).
  9. Tom Ford Eye Defining Pen (reviewed here).
  10. Clinique Mascara trying to use this up..smudges on the brow bone at the end of the day (purchase here).
  11. Shu Uemura Brow pencil in 02 Seal Brown (purchase here).
Makeup of the Week.

Makeup of the Week.

Face Makeup of the Week:

  1. Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer (purchase here).
  2. Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation (purchase here).
  3. Estee Lauder Maximum Coverage Foundation used as a concealer…the tiniest dot on the inner most part of the under eye area and then blended out (purchase here).
  4. Giorgio Armani #10 Beige Sheer blush (reviewed here).
  5. Giorgio Armani #4 Sand Sheer Blush used as a bronzer (purchase here).
  6. Laura Mercier Spellbound highlighter (reviewed here).
  7. Nars Light Reflecting Setting Powder (reviewed here).
  8. Skinidinavia Setting Spray (purchase here).
Lip Combination of the Week.

Lip Combination of the Week.

Lip Combination of the Week:

  1. MAC Prolong Wear Lipliner in Nice-n-Spicy (purchase here).
  2. Shiseido Rouge Lacquer in RD203 (purchase here).
Brushes of the Week.

Brushes of the Week.

Brushes of the Week:

  1. Tom Ford Bronzer Brush (reviewed here).
  2. Tom Ford Cheek Brush (reviewed here).
  3. Tom Ford Cream Foundation Brush for highlighter application (reviewed here).
  4. Bobbi Brown Bronzer Brush for finishing powder application (purchase here).
  5. Philosophy Supernatural Airbrush Brush for foundation application (purchase here).
  6. Edward Bess Luxury Eye Brush (purchase here).
  7. MAC 219 for lower lash-line shadow application (purchase here).
  8. Billy B brushes #8, 12, 11 (reviewed here). ♥
Makeup of the Week Tenth Edition.

Makeup of the Week Tenth Edition.

THE VERDICT:  If makeup could talk what would it say?

Makeup would tell you this simple and classic look can be worn anytime and anywhere.   I have worn this look to weddings, school functions, to the park, and recently to see Spiderman on Broadway.  Whatever you decide to do while sporting this chic look, I sincerely hope you will have the time of your life.  As always, be well and stay safe.

-M-

*Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com is not affiliated with any brands mentioned, all products were purchased by me.  Compensation is not given for any reviews.  Click on each photo to enlarge. *Click on the rose highlighted words to take you to a direct link to each product. *All photos are property of Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com unless otherwise noted.

 

October 28, 2013

Eye Looks and Lip Combinations of the Week.

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Eye Look of the Week.

Eye Look of the Week.

All face products and brushes remain the same as last week (here) unless otherwise noted.

Eye Look of the Week

Eye Look of the Week #1.

Eye Look of the Week #1:

  1. Laura Mercier Eye Canvas EC-3 used as a base (reviewed here).
  2. MAC Mineralized Skinfinish Natural in Medium Plus used as an all over lid color (purchase here).
  3. Shu Uemura Blackest Satin Purple cream liner (reviewed here) mixed with Chanel Mirifique Illusion D’Ombre (reviewed here) smudge on the upper lash line and blended upwardly. (the camera did not pick up the lovely sparkles of Mirifique).
  4. Inglot #90 AMC Gel liner use to tight line the upper and lower waterline (seen here).
  5. MAC Bronze Eyeshadow to line the lower lash line (purchase here).
  6. Tom Ford Eye Defining Pen as a liner (reviewed here).
  7. Mary Kay Lash Love Lengthening Mascara (reviewed here).
  8. Shu Uemura Brow Pencil in 02 Seal Brown (purchase here).
Lip Combination of the Week.

Lip Combination of the Week #1.

Lip Combination #1:

  1. MAC Red Enriched lip liner (purchase here).
  2. Tom Ford Pink Adobe lipstick (reviewed here).
  3. Estee Lauder High Intensity Lip Lacquer in Liquid Petal (reviewed here).
Eye Look of the Week #2.

Eye Look of the Week #2.

Eye Look of the Week #2:

  1. Laura Mercier Eye Canvas in EC-3 used as a base.
  2. MAC Too Chic Beauty Power used as an all over lid color (discontinued).
  3. Shu Uemura M895 eyeshadow smudged on the upper lash line and blended upwards (purchase here).
  4. MAC Sweet As Cocoa used in the crease (reviewed here).
  5. Tom Ford Eye Defining Pen.
  6. YSL #7 Gold Star to line the lower waterline (purchase here).
  7. Inglot #90 used to tight line the upper lash line.
  8. MAC Bronze Eyeshadow to line the lower lash line.
  9. Mary Kay Lash Love Lengthening Mascara.
  10. Shu Uemura Brow Pencil in 02 Seal Brown.
Lip Combination of the Week #2.

Lip Combination of the Week #2.

Lip Combination #2:

  1. Chanel Lip Liner in #3 Roux Sienna (purchase here).
  2. Tom Ford Casablanca Lipstick (reviewed here).
  3. Estee Lauder High Intensity Lip Lacquer in Liquid Petal.
Eye Look of the Week #2 with different lip combination.

Eye Look of the Week #2 with different lip combination.

***Forgot to add the overall look…Lip Combination in the photo: same as lip combination #2 with Estee Lauder Ruby Glow High Intensity Lip Lacquer (reviewed here).

THE VERDICT:  If makeup could talk what would it say?

Makeup would tell you other than my neutral eye look, these two eye looks and lip combinations of the week have been on constant rotation.  I find each look very quick and easy when I am pressed for time. These looks do not require much in terms of talent or technique, but the end results are quite polished.  My Billy B #12 brush has been essential in creating both looks (reviewed here).  I hope you found this helpful. Be well and stay safe.

-M-

*Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com is not affiliated with any brands mentioned, all products were purchased by me.  Compensation is not given for any reviews.  Click on each photo to enlarge. *Click on the rose highlighted words to take you to a direct link to each product. *All photos are property of Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com unless otherwise noted.

 

October 13, 2013

Eye Looks and Lip Combinations of the Week.

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This week in lieu of my Makeup of the Week, I have decided to focus on the eye looks and lip combinations I have worn for the week.  All other makeup and tools remain the same as last week (seen here), unless otherwise noted.  I hope you find this helpful.

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 Eye Look 1:

  1. Laura Mercier Eye Canvas used as a base (reviewed here).
  2. MAC Cooper Strip Powerchrome pencil smudged on the mobile lid, lower lash line and waterline (reviewed here).
  3. Life’s Luxury Powerchrome pencil on the base of the upper lash line (reviewed here).
  4. Physician’s Formula 2-in-1 deep brown pen liner (purchase here).
  5. Chanel Destiny (61) used as a crease color (reviewed here).
  6. Inglot #90 matte liner to tight line upper waterline (purchase here).
  7. Laura Mercier Highlight 01 used as inner corner highlight (reviewed here).
  8. Mary Kay Lash Love Lengthening Mascara (reviewed here).

Lip combination 1:

  1. MAC Red Enriched Lipliner (purchase here).
  2. Estee Lauder Ruby Glow Lip Lacquer (reviewed here).

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Eye Look 2:

  1. Laura Mercier Eye Canvas used as a base.
  2. Bobbi Brown Cobalt Ink smudged on the mobile lid and used on the upper lash line as a liner (reviewed here).
  3. Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette W2 used with a damp brush for lower lash line (reviewed here).
  4. MAC Copper Strip Powerchrome Pencil used on the waterline.
  5. Chanel Destiny (61) used as a crease color.
  6. Inglot #90 matte liner used to tight line the upper waterline.
  7. Mary Kay Lash Love Lengthening Mascara.

Lip Combination 2:

  1. MAC Red Enriched Lipliner.
  2. Tom Ford Pink Adobe Lipstick (reviewed here).
  3. Shiseido RD203 (purchase here).

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 Eye Look 3:

  1. Laura Mercier Eye Canvas EC-3 used as a base.
  2. Shu Uemura Blackish Satin Purple used as an eyeshadow smudged on the mobile lid (reviewed here).
  3. Shu Uemura Blackish Satin Purple used as a liner for the upper lash line.
  4. Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette W2 used with a damp brush for lower lash line.
  5. MAC Copper Strip used in on the water line.
  6. Inglot #90 matte liner used to tight line the upper water line.
  7. Chanel Destiny (61) used as a crease color.
  8. Tom Ford Cognac Sable Palette dark brown/purple color smudge on the edges of Blackish Satin Purple (purchase here).
  9. TF Cognac Sable Palette copper glitter shade patted with my finger over Blackish Satin Purple.
  10. Mary Kay Lash Love Lengthening Mascara.

Lip Combination 3:

  1. MAC Red Enriched Lipliner.
  2. Tom Ford Pink Adobe Lipstick.
  3. Estee Lauder Pure Color Liquid Petal Lip Lacquer (purchase here)..Yes, I bought another one–don’t judge!!

**MAC Pressed Amber Mineralized Blush used on top of Chanel (61) Blush (discontinued but found at the CCO).

THE VERDICT: If makeup could talk what would it say?

Makeup would tell you to start breaking-out the plums, purples and burgundy in your collection..Fall officially starts on September 22nd and we (makeup addicts) must dress our makeup autumn best 🙂  Be well and stay safe.

-M-

*Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com is not affiliated with any brands mentioned, all products were purchased by me.  Compensation is not given for any reviews.  Click on each photo to enlarge. *Click on the rose highlighted words to take you to a direct link to each product. *All photos are property of Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com.

September 14, 2013

Makeup of the Week Eighth Edition.

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Makeup of the Week Eighth Edition.

Makeup of the Week Eighth Edition.

This has been a very busy week.  My children started school and that in it of itself is always stressful.  The silver lining in this scenario is, I have gained some much needed time to myself.  I had time to carefully apply my makeup without any interruptions, it’s the little things in life that make me happy.  Admittedly, I do miss my eldest son’s commentaries and photographic assistance.

This week’s look was centered around my lashes.  Truthfully, I never gave them much thought, until Mary Kay Lash Love Lengthening Mascara came into my life.  The delivery of zero flaking, no clumps, no stiffness all wrapped-up in a lightweight formula was enough for me to declare, love at first application!  I hope you find this post helpful.

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Eye Makeup of the Week:

  1. Laura Mercier Eye Canvas in EC-3 (reviewed here).
  2. MAC Mineralized Skinfinish Natural in Medium Plus as an all over lid color (purchase here).
  3. MAC Uninterrupted used in the crease (reviewed here).
  4. MAC Sweet As Cocoa used on top of Uninterrupted to add dimension (reviewed here).
  5. Chanel Stylo Eyeshadow in 57 Black Stream used at the base of the upper lash line and smudge outwardly (reviewed here).
  6. L’oreal Extra Intense Liquid Pencil to line the upper lash line (purchase here).
  7. Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette W2 mixed w/W4 on the lower lash line (reviewed here).
  8. MAC Copper Strip Powerchrome pencil for the lower waterline (reviewed here).
  9. Inglot #90 for tight-lining (purchase here).
  10. Mary Kay Lash Love Lengthening Mascara in I ♥ black (reviewed here).
Makeup of the Week Eighth Edition.

Makeup of the Week Eighth Edition.

Face Makeup of the Week:

  1. Hourglass Mineral Veil Primer (purchase here).
  2. Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation in EN1 (seen here).
  3. Estee lauder Maximum Coverage Foundation used as a concealer in 03 (purchase here).
  4. Chanel 61 Destiny Le Blush Creme de Chanel used as a bronzer/blush (reviewed here).
  5. Laura Mercier Highlight 01 (reviewed here).
  6. Skindinavia Setting Spray (purchase here).
Lip Combination of the Week.

Lip Combination of the Week.

Lip Combination of the Week:

  1. Daliia Runway Fashion Fuchsia Herbal Lip Stain (reviewed here).
  2. Tom Ford Aphrodisiac Lipstick (reviewed here).
Brush of the Week.

Brushes of the Week.

Brushes of the Week:

  1. Philosophy supernatural airbrush brush (purchase here).
  2. Tom Ford Cream Foundation Brush for highlighter application (purchase here).
  3. Sonia Kashuck concealer brush to add second color to the crease (purchase here).
  4. Smashbox #7 brush (purchase here).
  5. Burberry #10 blending brush (discontinued online/check your Saks counters).
  6. Billy B brushes (reviewed here).

THE VERDICT:  If makeup could talk what would it say?

Makeup would tell you if you have some time to yourself, do what brings you the most joy.  Just think in a year from now, events/people/things which gave us the most stress presently, will be a fleeting memory.  A lesson I remind myself of everyday.  Don’t sweat the small stuff and try to appreciate all the positive fortune surrounding you. It’s there I promise.  Be well and stay safe.

-M-

*Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com is not affiliated with any brands mentioned, all products were purchased by me.  Compensation is not given for any reviews.  Click on each photo to enlarge. *Click on the rose highlighted words to take you to a direct link to each product. *All photos are property of Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com.

September 7, 2013

Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette 01 and Blackish Satin Purple review and photos.

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Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette 01.

Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette 01.

Three weeks ago Shu Uemura sent out a lovely email announcing a 40% sale on selected items. Fascinated by this promise, I casually clicked on the site and discovered a makeup trove of limited-edition items that had been marked down.  My selection consisted of the Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette 01 ($65 US/6g) and Blackish Satin Purple liner ($25 US/2.8 g).  Before placing my order, I also came across a 10% coupon code, eligible to be used on any purchase.  Could I, would I, give up such a juicy deal?  Never in a million years 🙂

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L-R:  Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette dry swatches vs. damp swatches.

Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette 01 consists of six (1 g. each) warm neutral shades.  I had my eye on this palette for a long time, but was always hesitant to purchase an eyeshadow palette blindly online. However, for $32.50 I was willing to take a leap of faith.  The first color M895 is one of Shu’s best sellers the rest of the colors are new to the palette.  These colors do not contain any parabens, wear very well, blend beautifully and the packaging is very travel friendly.  Shu names the shadows from left to right W1-W6:

  1. W1:  M895 is a dark tone matte purple brown color.  Great pigmentation, no fallout, smooth and wonderful to use in the outer “v” or with a damp brush as a very subtle eyeliner.  Part of the permanent collection in the 1.5 g pan.
  2. W2:  Matte base warm chocolate brown with gold sparkles.  The gold sparkles are in abundance and will fall down throughout the day.  I prefer to use this color with a damp brush to contain the fallout.  Nars Galapagos is very similar.
  3. W3:  Rose gold highlighter shade.  Very similar in color to my Laura Mercier Spellbound highlighter (reviewed here).  I prefer to use this color with a damp brush.
  4. W4:  Copper/bronze frost color, very similiar in color and texture to Urban Decay in Half Baked (buttery and smooth).
  5. W5:  Gold Sparkle shadow.  I assume this is a topper shade.  The texture is chalky and hard.  I lightly pat a small amount with my dampened finger on top of any matte shade.
  6. W6:  White/silver sparkle with a smoother consistency than W5.  Great as an inner corner highlight color.  Similar in color to MAC Crystal Avalanche (frost and has a smoother texture than W6).  I prefer to apply this color with a damp brush.
Shu Uemura Blackest Stain Purple.

Shu Uemura Blackish Satin Purple.

Shu Uemura Blackish Satin Purple ($12.50 on sale) was part of a limited-edition Karl Largerfeld Collection for Holiday 2012. The color is a deep plumy purple with multicolored micro-shimmers running throughout the formula.  The texture is smooth, creamy and long wearing– making this color an excellent candidate to be used as an eyeshadow or eyeshadow base.♥ After careful examination of the formula, long-lasting wear, amount offered, ingredients and packaging I have concluded, Shu Uemura uses the same manufacturer as YSL.

Shu Uemura Blackish Satin Plum swatch.

Shu Uemura Blackish Satin Purple swatch.

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L-R:  Shu Uemura Blackish Satin Purple vs. YSL #7 Gold Star/Ingredient list. 

Some looks I was able to create using the Tokyo Lights Palette and Blackish Satin Purple:

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Shu Uemura Tokyo Palette 01:  W4 all over the lid, W1 smudge on the above lash line, W2 on the bottom lid, W5 patted lightly over W4, Blackish Satin Purple in the waterline, W3 used as an inner corner highlight.

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Shu Uemura Blackish Satin Purple used on the waterline and as an eyeshadow base w/W2 layered on top, W6 used as an inner corner highlight, W2 mixed w/W4 on the lower lash line.

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Blackish Satin Purple used as an eyeshadow and on the waterline, W2 mixed w/W4 on lower lash line.

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Blackish Satin Purple mixed w/YSL #7 Gold Star creme liner all over the lid. BSP used on the waterline.  

Colors similar to Shu Uemura Blackest Satin Purple would be Bobbi Brown Black Violet Long-Wear Cream Shadow or MAC Macroviolet Fluidline.  Shu Uemura Cosmetics are sold only online in the United States at shuuemura-usa.com.

THE VERDICT:  If makeup could talk what would it say?

Makeup would tell you Shu Uemura Tokyo Lights Palette 01 and Blackish Satin Purple liner are worth every discounted penny I spent on them.  Shu Uemura does put out some really stellar products and their online promotions are wonderful.  It is worth signing up for their emails and getting in on sales and liquidations. Rarely have I been disappointed by a Shu product, my HG eyebrow pencil in Seal Brown 02 has lasted for two years.  These products may be sold out, but do try their other liners and eyeshadows and always be on the look out for deals from this fantastic company.  Be well and stay safe.

-M-

*Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com is not affiliated with any brands mentioned, all products were purchased by me.  Compensation is not given for any reviews.  **Click on the rose highlighted words to take you to a direct link to each product. *All photos are property of Ifmakeupcouldtalk.com.

September 3, 2013