My Lips But Better My Lips But Better


Only in the beauty community do people associate “MLBB” with lip products rather than baseball! If you are unfamiliar with the acronym MLBB, it simply means a product is very similar in color to that of your lips but slightly enhances them. They can have a hint more pink, brown, peach, purple, etc., but they are meant to be subtle…. Read more



MAC Prep + Prime Lip Review MAC Prep + Prime Lip Review


I like to think that I’m immune to the sales pressure of the MAC artists, but my ownership of Prep + Prime Lip proves the contrary. I was at the counter purchasing a couple lippies when the artist asked me about Prep + Prime Lip. She then looked at me aghast when I told her that I… Read more



MAC Ruby Woo vs Russian Red MAC Ruby Woo vs Russian Red


Today I thought I would do a quick comparison of two of my favorite lipsticks… Ruby Woo vs Russian Red! COLOR: Russian Red is definitely a cooler (more blue toned) slightly deeper red. Ruby Woo is slightly more neutral leaning and brighter in color. FINISH: Ruby Woo is a Retro Matte meaning it is extremely dry. I didn’t know it… Read more



Liebster Award Liebster Award


I have been nominated for the Liebster Award by Charlotte at Step Into My Closet. I’m really excited to answer her questions, so let’s get straight into it!       1. What is your favorite color to wear in clothing?   Although it may sound a bit boring my favorite color to wear is black… I… Read more



TOP 5 MAC LIPSTICKS — Summer Brights Edition! TOP 5 MAC LIPSTICKS — Summer Brights Edition!


Hello lovelies! Here are my Top 5 MAC lipsticks for Summer! As you are about to see I have an affinity for the Amplified Crème finish; they are super creamy, extremely pigmented and last for hours. When I wear a bright lip I don’t want to have to constantly check that it hasn’t smudged or reapply often…. Read more



The Art of Mixing Lipsticks The Art of Mixing Lipsticks


It all started with my quest for the perfect coral lipstick… I researched online, tried on countless lipsticks at the MAC counter and after many failed attempts I decided that I was going to make my own. You see, I had this color in my head of what I wanted and I wasn’t going to give up until it… Read more



MAC Pro Longwear Concealer Review MAC Pro Longwear Concealer Review


I am so in love with this product that I’m actually at a loss of words. It’s more than a Holy Grail… I don’t think I will ever feel the need to try another concealer again. Sound dramatic? Well that’s because the MAC Pro Longwear Concealer has changed my freaking life!     I was… Read more



Job Interview Makeup — FOTD Job Interview Makeup — FOTD


      I had a second interview today and put this look together… It’s probably a bit more makeup than most would wear to an interview, but oh well! My idea of great interview makeup is something that makes you feel confident and put together, but not over the top. I tried to keep my… Read more



June Favorites! June Favorites!


I typically don’t do a monthly favorites post because my favorites don’t seem to change much… but I found/rediscovered a few gems and wanted to share them with you! St. Tropez Bronzing Mousse Self Tanner — Every time I use this I love it more and more! I think it gives a natural bronze glow!… Read more