Killer Heels!

      Hello my fellow shoe lovers, today's post is all about shoes! I am obsessed with heels so I thought I would dedicate a post to them. This fall I have really been gravitating towards anything with spikes. I always try to dress very cute and girly but this fall I want to be a little more BADASS. The best way to do that is by accessorizing your girly dress with some killer heels. I am going to be showing you a couple of heels that I personally don't own (yet) but would love to add to my collection. So if you are a shoe freak like me, keep reading!

      The first pair I want to talk about are the Spiked Bow Peep-Toe Slingbacks from Charlotte Russe. I personally don't like buying shoes from Charlotte Russe because I really don't think they are very comfortable but I do love these. These things are like weapons! If a guy is bothering you at the club, you know where to kick him with these babies! They come in three colors, tan, red and black, and are priced at $42.50. However, Charlotte Russe is currently having a buy one get one for $15.50 deal on all shoes so get you credit cards out and go buy these!

         The next pair is one of my favs and I have been wanting them for a while now but my mom will yell at me if I buy them. These are from Wild Pair which is actually owned by Bakers. These shoes are super high but the chunky heels make them really comfortable to walk around in. They will definitely sexify a cute summery dress.  I know they don't have any spikes but the studs still look hot. They are called Glisten WP and are currently on sale for $109. They only come in this nude color which is the perfect color for elongating your legs if you are short like me.

        The last two pairs I am going to show you are from a website called Karmaloop. I personally think they have the best collection of jewelry, shoes and dresses. If you like to stand out from the crowd a little and not look like you just stepped out of a Forever21 catalogue than this website is for you. Everything is a little bit pricey but the quality is definitely great. Ok, now on to the shoes! The first pair are these really cute wedges by Zigi Shoes. I personally do not like wearing wedges because I have twisted my ankles in them plenty of times and still managed to look fabulous while limping down the streets of NYC. But if wedges are your thang than you will love these. These remind me of a pair of Steve Madden shoes that came out during the spring but the spikes just spice them up a little bit. They are called the Nevada Shoes and they come in black and red suede and are priced at $230.

         The last and final pair are these GORGEOUS Sam Edelman pumps! I love Sam Edelman's designs! He designed a pair that was similar to these pumps but they wear hot pink and peep-toes and they were so beautiful! I regret not buying them because they would've lookd amazing paired up with a little black dress. These pumps are called The Roza Shoes and come in black, Ruby red, and leopard print. They are priced at $225 and I think they are worth every penny! 

                                                                               

           Ok loves, I really hope you guys enjoyed this post. I was going to include some Louboutins but that would make me sad because I can't afford them yet. Anyways, the links to all these shoes are posted below so be sure to check them out. Have a safe and happy Halloween and Stay Beautiful!! xoxoxox

Spiked Bow Peep-Toe Slingbacks :- http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11788788&cp=4238904.4238907.3422994

Glisten WP :- http://www.bakersshoes.com/p-216646-GLISTEN-WP.aspx?c=881

The Nevada Shoes :- http://www.karmaloop.com/product/The-Nevada-Shoe-in-Black/186747

The Roza Shoes :- http://www.karmaloop.com/product/The-Roza-Shoe-in-Ruby-Red/172109

                                                                          

                                                                              

Product Review!

Hello loves! I know it has been a while since you have heard from me but I have been really busy this month with work and school. However, I did have time to go to Sephora a few times this month and pick up the Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer. Before I talk about this particular product, let's first talk about primers. I never thought I needed a primer until realized how big my pores are! So I went Sephora and picked up the Smashbox Photofinish Light Primer a couple of months ago and, at first, I loved it. It made me look flawless and made my foundation last all day. However, after using it for a couple of days, I noticed little bumps on my cheekbones. Even though I bought the oil-free one, it still irritated my skin so I decided to stop using it. So if anyone wants to ry it out, come to my house and I'll give it to you. It definitley got a lot of good reviews so maybe it will work for others but I wouldn't recommend it to anyone with acne prone skin.

Recently, while I was at Sephora, I decided to pick up the Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer. Let me list the pros and cons for you because I am too lazy to write another paragraph.

Pros:-

 - It has a velvety smooth texture

 - Makes skin look radiant

 - Fills in pores and fine lines

 - Does not cause any breakouts

Cons:-

 - Costs $52

I really don't have anything bad to say about this product. The price is ridiculous BUT I think its worth it and every makeup junkie should have this in their collection. I wore this under my Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer and I seriously looked flawless. If $52 is way out of your price range then pick up the mini one for only $11. Anyways, I hope you guys try this product out. Happy Halloween, stay safe and always Stay Beautiful! xoxoxox

Holy Grail Products!

            Hi guys! Guess what?! I'm sick! I have a fever and my whole body hurts but I still love you guys enough to post something. This post is for all the girls out there who do not have perfect skin. If you have acne scars, blemishes and discoloration, then please keep reading. If you have perfect skin, then please STOP reading and go away! I do not like you! Just kidding! No seriously though, I don't like you. =P Anyways, I wanted to talk to you guys about my two Holy Grail Products. I have been searching for the perfect foundation and the perfect concealer for a while now and I finally found them!

           Let's start with the concealer. I stopped by Sephora a couple of weeks ago and picked up the Makeup Forever Full cover concealer and it is AH-MAZING! I use shade #12 and it matches my skin perfectly. It is a full cover concealer so a little goes a long way. I use it to cover my acne scars and my under eye circles. I have wrinkles under my eyes and this is the only concealer I have found that doesn't settle into them. I love this product because it is waterproof and once you let it dry, it does not budge. I personally think it is a lot better than the Kat Von D tattoo concealer because it lasts all day and you get a lot more product. It is a little pricey, $30 for a small squeezy tube but it will definitely  last you a really long time. If you are looking for a good concealer and wouldn't mind spending a little more money then I would suggest picking this up. You will love it!

                  

              Let's face it, it is really difficult to find a good foundation. I tend to stay away from drugstore foundations because I can never find one that perfectly matches my skin tone. I don't know what it is with drugstore foundations but most of them make me break out. I have tried a lot of them and I kind of like Revlon Colorstay and L'oreal True Match. L'oreal is a good everyday foundation but it doesn't last all day even if you set it with a powder. Revlon Colorstay lasts for up to 10hrs but in pictures, it is obvious you are wearing foundation. The sunscreen in the foundation makes you look like you have a white mask on =[. I also tried MAC Pro longwear and that shit broke me out like crazy! Excuse my language but it was really bad! My skin is still recovering from that. I don't think I will ever use a MAC foundation again.

         Recently, I picked up Illamasqua's Rich Liquid foundation and I am loving it. If you want doll-like porcelain skin than this foundation is for you. It is a full coverage foundation and a little really does go a long way. If you put too much on, you will end up looking like a cakey mess. It comes in a squeeze bottle which makes it a lot easier to control the amount of foundation you want. It makes my skin look amazing and it is the only foundation that hasn't broken me out. It does not oxidize and does not have any SPF so it looks flawless in pictures. I love the fact that it doesn't transfer onto clothes so I can finally lay my head on someone's shoulder and not have to worry about staining their shirt! If you have dry skin, you need to moisturize before using this foundation because it does enhance dry patches. The best part about this foundation is that it lasts all day. I wore this last friday for 17hrs and my face looked just as perfect at 10pm as it did at 5am when I first applied it. This is definitely going to be the foundation I wear on my wedding day lol. The foundation is $34 but I think it's worth it so go out to Sephora, get a sample and try it for yourself.

            I do hope you guys try out these products because they are really good and worth the money. I will start posting up more stuff for you guys to read. I am going to be doing a couple of more reviews and maybe even start filming some videos. Thank you for taking the time out to read my posts. Take care guys, stay warm, drink a lot of orange juice and stay away from sick people! Don't forget to always Stay Beautiful! xoxoxox

                                                                              

All About Hair!

       Hey guys! It's such a cloudy and gloomy day outside so I decided to post something for you guys to read while you are bored. I am so thoughtful =]. Haha. Today's topic is all about hair, my hair to be exact! I get tons of compliments on my hair all the time and as much as I would like to take credit for it, I can't! All the credit goes to my dad for giving me amazing genes and my mom for taking care of my hair.

        When I was younger, my mom was obsessed with my hair! She always put coconut oil in it and even to this day she does that. Coconut oil is so good for your hair. I put it in my hair once or twice a week and let it soak in overnight. The next day, after I wash my hair, it feels soft, silky and looks amazingly shiny. Coconut oil is one thing but imagine walking around all day smelling like raw eggs. Yes ladies, my mommy used to put raw eggs in my hair. Yuck! But after researching the benefits of using eggs in your hair, I want to start doing it again! Eggs are full of protein and the protein helps make the hair follicle stronger which leads to fewer split ends. It also makes hair smoother and that makes it a lot easier to comb your hair because you have less tangles. Another weird thing my mommy used to put in my hair was mayonnaise. It's good in sandwiches and apparently also in hair. Who knew?! Mayonnaise is great as a leave in conditioner, especially for color treated hair, because it adds shine and luster to dry hair. And yes ladies, you can use Hellman's Mayonnaise after you put it in your delicious Turkey sandwich! Lol ok that was a little gross. Sorry! Now look at those cute litle pigtails and unibrow!

          Nowadays, I really don't have that much time to put eggs and mayonnaise in my hair. So I will tell you what I do to keep my hair looking pretty decent. Everyone tells you to shampoo your hair twice or three times a week, no more than that. Why? Because shampooing everyday removes all the natural oils out of your hair. Well I shampoo and condition every single day because if I don't, I feel really dirty. Listen, if shower everyday because your body gets dirty, then you should wash your hair too. That's just my opinion. I use Tresemme shampoo and whatever condidtioner that's in my bathroom. I can't use Pantene, L'oreal, Dove, Herbal Essences or Garnier Fructis because they make my hair fall out. So I have been using Tresemme for the past two years because it works so well for me. I love Tresemme's 24hr Body shampoo because it makes my hair look voluminous and shiny all day.

            We are young and we love to experiment with our hair but me, ehhhh not so much. Curling, straightening, blow drying and coloring is a big NO! I like to keep my hair as natural as possible. I shower every night, comb my hair and let it air dry. I blow dry and straighten my hair maybe 3 or 4 times a year. When I do, I like to use Tresemme's Heat Tamer spray because not only does it smell amazing but also helps protect my hair from the heat. I don't like putting any hair products in my hair. Sometimes I have to put hairspray or mousse, especially if I'm going to a wedding and I want to style my hair a certain way, but I prefer leaving it completely natural on an everyday basis. As for curling, curling irons don't work on my hair. Don't ask me why because I have no idea. I tried curling my hair plenty of times and it never works so I just gave up. I have always wanted to color my hair but I am afraid of ruining the texture of my hair so I have never done it. I am a color virgin LOL. As for cutting, I cut my hair whenever I feel like it. I don't do much except trim it and add a few layers. So, as you can tell, I am not very adventurous with my hair. I like to stay on the safe side because one of my biggest fears is being bald when I am older!

         I would like to thank everyone who think my hair is pretty. It really means a lot to me because my hair is my prized possession. So, Thank you! This post is completely based on my opinion so I don't expect you guys to agree with any of this. I just thought I would share what works for me. Thank you for taking the time to read this and remember, always Stay Beautiful! xoxoxox

                                                                                

                                                                       

                                                                          

Current Favorite Makeup Products!

           Hi loves! I had been dying to post new topics for the past couple of days but my laptop was, and still is, being sooooooo mean to me! It randomly shuts down, makes weird noises and ugh I need a new one. I'm hoping my dad gets me the MacBook Pro. Once I get that, I can finally start posting up makeup videos on youtube! YaY! Until then, let's chat about my current favs.

       

         For the past couple of days, the weather has been so gross and humid. It's sticky and rainy and I feel too yucky to even put on makeup because it feels so heavy and so...Ewww. However, when I go to school or go out, I have to have a little bit of makeup on because I'm one of those people that need makeup to look pretty =[. So I have been using a couple of products that are amazing for this type of weather.

      

          Let's start with eyes because I think that's my best feature. I know I'm tooting my own horn. Hush! I'm allowed to do it once in a while =P. Anyways, I love to rim my eyes with eyeliner and my favorite one is Maybelline Eyestudio Gel Liner in Blackest Black. It is smudge proof and waterproof and lasts all day, even when I rub my eyes! To make my eyes stand out even more, I picked up a GORGEOUS eyeshadow from MAC called Paradisco. It's a beautiful frosty peachy pink shadow that's perfect for the lids or just the inner corners. It looks very natural and I think it is perfect for fall so I am definitley going to be rocking it all season!

           My skin was so bad during the summer. I had so many breakouts and discoloration and I always had to wear foundation. Thankfully though it did clear up and now I'm just dealing with a few scars. So instead of caking on foundation, I am loving my MakeUp ForEver Full cover concealer. I think I found my Holy Grail concealer. It is extremely creamy but feels lightweight and blends in perfectly. I have a lot of creases under my eyes and all the other concealers I have tried always settled into the creases and made me look weird. This one, however, does not settle into the creases, looks natural and once it dries, it does not budge. I have worn it on a rainy day and all my makeup washed off my face except for the concealer so yeah I love it! I use shade #12 and it matches so well, you can't even tell I'm wearing any makeup. It is a little pricey ($30) but I think it's worth it because a little goes a long way and I think this little squeezy tube will last me months!

           The best way to look fresh and awake is with a little bit of blush. The one I' am loving right now, and recently discovered, is Victoria's Secret's blush in Fresh Love. It's a peach colored blush which looks really beautiful especially on darker skin tones. Pink blushes look clownish against my dark complexion so this is the perfect blush for me. I also love the fact that it is matte and sheer so it creates a really natural look. After applying blush, I like to slim down my chubby cheeks and for that I love to use N.Y.C. bronzer in Sunny. I love it because it's matte, looks natural and does not break me out. It is a dupe for MAC's Gingerly Blush and it's only $2.99 so I think everyone should try it out!

                                                                   

             Now on to the lips! I am not a big fan of lipstick because I find that they dry out my lips so I love wearing lip balm on a daily basis. However, I have been searching for the perfect nude lipstick that is not only moisturizing but also looks good against my skin tone and I finally found it! Hallelujah! It is Victoria's Secret Perfect Lipstick in Wish, a cute nudish baby pink that looks irresistable! YUM! I want to take a bite every time I put it on my lips. I'm weird I know lol. It doesn't last too long on my lips but it feels like a lip balm so I don't mind reapplying it. If you love lipsticks, I suggest you check out VS. Their makeup line is surprisingly good and all their lipsticks and eyeshadows are very pigmented.

             



               I hope you found this post helpful and maybe this will help you add a couple of new products to your makeup collection. Remember, the purpose of makeup is to enhance your natural beauty so don't cake it on and keep it as natural as possible. Thank you for taking the time out to read this post! Stay Beautiful! xoxoxox

                                                       

Hello Makeup Lovers!

     For my first post, I would like to introduce you guys to a very special makeup company called ELF cosmetics. I am sure many of you have heard about them especially if you watch makeup videos on youtube. But for those who are not familiar with this company, let me give you a brief overview.

         ELF, which stands for Eyes, Lips, Face, is a NYC based brand which has now branched out to UK and Australia. They claim that their products are 100% cruelty free so they are PETA approved. YaY! The company has three different lines. They have the regular ELF line, the ELF Studio line, and the ELF Mineral Line. But the best thing about this brand is that they are super affordable! All the products in the regular line are $1. Everything in the Studio Line is $3 and up and everything in the Mineral line is $5 and up. Obviously, the palettes cost more but seriously guys it's dirt cheap! Aigh, enough about this company. Let's get down to the nitty gritty!

      So I came across ELF at Target and to be honest at first I was kind of skeptical because I really didn't think a $1 eyeshadow would be good but boy was I wrong! I bought two eyeshadows and they were like the pans you get at MAC to fill up your palette. The ones I bought are called Golden Glow and Mocha. Golden Glow is such a beautiful gold color. Expremely pigmented, even without a primer, and it was my go-to color all summer. Mocha, on the other hand, will look a lot better on someone whose eyelids are not as brown as mine lol. But it is a golden brown and is great color for the crease and outer corners and would also look amazing as an eyeliner. Just spritz an angled brush with a little MAC Fix+ or water and dip it in the eyeshadow and Voila, the perfect summer eyeliner. 

            Speaking of eyes, no eye makeup is perfect without a nice pair of lashes and ELF has them too for, you guessed it, $1!!!! These are my go-to everyday lashes because they look incredibly natural and they also flare out at the ends to give a beautiful flirty look. And for a $1, you can use them once and throw them away. I would not recommend using the glue that comes with the lashes so instead use LashGrip or Duo lash adhesive.

           Now time for my two FAVORITE products! I know all of you are familiar with Benefit's High Beam highlighter and so many of you rave about it but for $26, it's eh a bit pricey. But fear not my little budget beauties, I have found a NEAR PERFECT dupe for this product and that is ELFs Shimmering Facial Whip. For $1, it's a great highlighter. It come in a little squeezy tube, perfect for travel. It is very comparable to High Beam. It gives the same beautiful glow and it is even better when mixed with liquid foundation. The only difference, besides the price, is that High Beam is a lot more liquidy than the Facial Whip and you tend to use more of it. I have seen it at Target in only 2 colors. The one I have and I recommend for everyone out there is Lilac Petal. It's a pretty pinkish gold color, perfect for all skin tones.

                                                                              

      Last, but not least, my all time favorite product is from their Studio Line. It's the ELF Powder brush and let me tell you one thing, it is AH-MAZING!! I use mine with a liquid foundation and I get such a perfect finish. It is extremely comparable to Sigma's Flat Top Kabuki brush, although I do like this one better. Its densely packed and the bristles are so soft and helps create an airbrushed finish. And for only $3, I would pick this over my Sigma brush any day.

Ok guys, I recommend that you run out right now and try some ELF products and let me know what you think. You can find them at Target, Kmart. and of course www.eyelipsface.com. Wow, I completed my first post! YaY! I hope you guys liked it. I know I rambled a lot but eh that's how I am. Teeehhehehehe. Anyways, Stay Beautiful! Muah!