Hey Blossoms,
Just wanted to bring you all one of my "nude lip" looks. Its very simple to achieve! Click on the video above and check it OUT!
PRODUCTS:
Prestige lip liner in NATURAL
Revlon lip stick in HAZELNUT
NYX lipgloss in TANNED
Friday, January 28, 2011
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
NAKED PALETTE for the BROWN GIRL
Hey Blossoms,
So this video has swatches of all the colors of the Naked Palette against my skin tone. In makeup one must always be conscious of shades against their skin tone, to find what clashes and what compliments. This video shows that the NAKED palette most definitely compliments my skin which is dark brown.
Check out the swatches!
So this video has swatches of all the colors of the Naked Palette against my skin tone. In makeup one must always be conscious of shades against their skin tone, to find what clashes and what compliments. This video shows that the NAKED palette most definitely compliments my skin which is dark brown.
Check out the swatches!
Monday, January 24, 2011
WHY WEAR LIP LINER?
Hey Blossoms,
***KEY NOTE: ALWAYS EXFOLIATE LIPS BEFORE PLACING ON ANY LIP PRODUCT***
Before answering that we must first explain what lip liner is and what's its purposes, the pros and cons.
Lip liner is a pencil or retractable pencil that is used to line the rim of the mouth. It's purpose is to define the mouth and prevent lipstick and gloss from "bleeding" or running onto the outer rim of the mouth. Also to even out the rim of the lips for a more defined shape. Lip liner comes in many different colors and can be a god send for those wanting to try bold lip colors. Let me explain, I love red lipstick but sometimes I'll find a shade of red that I love but it's far to bright to just place directly on my lips. What I'll do is line my lips with a medium to dark brown lip liner and then apply the lipstick. I'll blot my lips together meshing the lip liner lightly into the lipstick thus allowing for a nice transition from my skin tone to the lip liner and then to the lipstick. I've included pictures to show you exactly what I mean.
Some even use lip liner to make the lips appear smaller by lining the lips on the inside rim of the lips(top, bottom,or both) and using concealer or foundation to cover the natural lip line. Here's a few photos to show you what I mean
Or lip liner can be used to make the lips appear bigger by lining the outside rim of the lips and some even create a crest right at the top of the lip if they don't naturally have one. Here's a few photos to show you what I mean.
Or lip liner can be used to help create unique editorial, avant garde or costume lip looks. Check out these photos
A key to remember in lining your lips to appear bigger or smaller is to make a sutle change. Don't try and go from thinner lips to Angelina Jolie shaped lips because it'll look very unnatural and the same goes for reverse. Another trick to making lips appear fuller is to add lip gloss! And to appear smaller skip the lipgloss and stick with a matte shade of lipstick! (Note: shine/gloss finish makes lips instantly appear fuller)
I believe the only con of wearing lip liner is that if you dont use a smudgeproof/waterproof one it can fade quickly and the reverse of that is a highly pigmented lip liner can stain your lips but it can be removed with a little extra rubbing and makeup remover. I dont believe its any more a risk of either types of lip liners than what you take wearing lip balm, lip tint, lipgloss, lipsticks or lip stains or anything else on your lips...I'll explain the difference in all in another post.
All in all lipliner is an accessory to lipstick or lipgloss(yes you can wear lipliner along with JUST lipgloss) and isn't a necessity in the overall makeup application steps but it does have it's benefits. Not wearing lip liner you run the risk of having your lipstick or lipgloss "bleed" onto the outer rim of your lips and make the shape of your lips looks a little distorted. Another pro of lipliner is if you use it to fill in the lips and place lipstick over it your lipstick will last longer! Yes a proven fact! Think of it as a primer for your lips! If you use a lipliner the same color as your lipstick and use this technique as your lipstick fades you will still have a "stain" of color on your lips, as oppose to your lipstick completely fading away leaving no color. We all know that sometimes you can't run to the restroom or open your compact mirror for a touch up/ re application so this is a boost for your lip colors staying power!
(Images provided by Google Images)
MY LOGO INSPIRED THIS POST:
So today's question is: WHY WEAR LIP LINER?
***KEY NOTE: ALWAYS EXFOLIATE LIPS BEFORE PLACING ON ANY LIP PRODUCT***
Before answering that we must first explain what lip liner is and what's its purposes, the pros and cons.
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| Pencil lip liners |
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| Retractable lip liners |
Lip liner is a pencil or retractable pencil that is used to line the rim of the mouth. It's purpose is to define the mouth and prevent lipstick and gloss from "bleeding" or running onto the outer rim of the mouth. Also to even out the rim of the lips for a more defined shape. Lip liner comes in many different colors and can be a god send for those wanting to try bold lip colors. Let me explain, I love red lipstick but sometimes I'll find a shade of red that I love but it's far to bright to just place directly on my lips. What I'll do is line my lips with a medium to dark brown lip liner and then apply the lipstick. I'll blot my lips together meshing the lip liner lightly into the lipstick thus allowing for a nice transition from my skin tone to the lip liner and then to the lipstick. I've included pictures to show you exactly what I mean.
Some even use lip liner to make the lips appear smaller by lining the lips on the inside rim of the lips(top, bottom,or both) and using concealer or foundation to cover the natural lip line. Here's a few photos to show you what I mean
Or lip liner can be used to make the lips appear bigger by lining the outside rim of the lips and some even create a crest right at the top of the lip if they don't naturally have one. Here's a few photos to show you what I mean.
Or lip liner can be used to help create unique editorial, avant garde or costume lip looks. Check out these photos
A key to remember in lining your lips to appear bigger or smaller is to make a sutle change. Don't try and go from thinner lips to Angelina Jolie shaped lips because it'll look very unnatural and the same goes for reverse. Another trick to making lips appear fuller is to add lip gloss! And to appear smaller skip the lipgloss and stick with a matte shade of lipstick! (Note: shine/gloss finish makes lips instantly appear fuller)
I believe the only con of wearing lip liner is that if you dont use a smudgeproof/waterproof one it can fade quickly and the reverse of that is a highly pigmented lip liner can stain your lips but it can be removed with a little extra rubbing and makeup remover. I dont believe its any more a risk of either types of lip liners than what you take wearing lip balm, lip tint, lipgloss, lipsticks or lip stains or anything else on your lips...I'll explain the difference in all in another post.
All in all lipliner is an accessory to lipstick or lipgloss(yes you can wear lipliner along with JUST lipgloss) and isn't a necessity in the overall makeup application steps but it does have it's benefits. Not wearing lip liner you run the risk of having your lipstick or lipgloss "bleed" onto the outer rim of your lips and make the shape of your lips looks a little distorted. Another pro of lipliner is if you use it to fill in the lips and place lipstick over it your lipstick will last longer! Yes a proven fact! Think of it as a primer for your lips! If you use a lipliner the same color as your lipstick and use this technique as your lipstick fades you will still have a "stain" of color on your lips, as oppose to your lipstick completely fading away leaving no color. We all know that sometimes you can't run to the restroom or open your compact mirror for a touch up/ re application so this is a boost for your lip colors staying power!
Hope you enjoyed!
Until Next Time,
Later Blossoms!
(Images provided by Google Images)
Saturday, January 22, 2011
"Girly Girl"- Purples and Pinks
Ever since I had my baby girl, I find myself gravitating towards more fun, "girlie" colors. What can I say? I guess it's because my house has been bombarded with pink items. I used that as inspiration to create this lively, girlie look using pinks, purples, and violets. I invite all of you to find a cutesy flowery dress, grab a "Barbie pink" lipstick, and have fun creating your own Girly Girl look.
See more on this post by clicking "Read More" below!
***By JADAY***
Friday, January 21, 2011
BLOSSOMING FACE OF THE DAY: BOLD & BLUE
There is NO secret that I love vibrant and bold colors so when I wore this makeup look below I felt right at home! Unbeknownst to me at the time, I was wearing a color that many people feel someone of my skin tone can not "pull off".
While on Twitter, the next day, I ran across a tweet by @MakeupbyCandie, a YouTube Makeup Guru, and she had tweeted that someone had mentioned: women of color can not wear blue eyeshadow! WHAT?!! I was not surprised,sadly,that someone would make such a comment but I was shocked that this person, whoever they are, had yet to see a woman of color or deeper skin tone wear blue eyeshadow in a way flattering to her. With as many youtube beauty channels and makeup blogs run by women of color, where had this person been...under a ROCK?!
MakeupbyCandie made a tutorial showing exactly how a woman of color CAN wear blue eyeshadow completely shattering that myth and I was more eager than ever to get my post up! Further shattering that myth!
Here's a photo of MakeupbyCandie's blue eyeshadow look. Check out her blog and YT tutorial for this look HERE!
In makeup there are no rules and regulations with what colors one CAN & CAN NOT wear! The only thing one needs to be conscious of are shades. There are countless shades of blue and every other color you can think of, some warmer and some cooler...I'll explain that difference in another post. The idea is to find a SHADE of blue that best compliments your skin tone!
So here's a list of products I used to achieve this look that I've titled BOLD & BLUE
FACE
Sorry blossoms I don't remember which primer I used but I did use Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Foundation in Dark #3 & Dark #2. I am NOT fond of this foundation and will have a true review (blog or YT vid) up soon as to why. Please feel free to substitute with whichever you use.
EYES
Inglot shimmer electric blue e/s all over lid and blended up above crease
Inglot shimmer lavender e/s at center of lid and blended into up into crease
Inglot shimmer light pink e/s to highligh brow bone and inner tear duct and blended down into crease
Inglot shimmer dark purple e/s AND Inglot shimmer dark blue e/s blended into outer V and slightly into crease
(line lower lash line with black eyeliner and place dark blue&purple e/s at outer corner, electric blue e/s & lavender e/s at center and light pink e/s at inner corner)
Revlon Colorstay Liquid Eyeliner & Wet and Wild Gel Eyeliner
Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara
CHEEKS & LIPS
Sorry I don't remember what products I used but I did keep a nude cheek & lip look since the eyes were dramatic. Feel free to substitute with your favorite blush & lip products!
So blossoms women of any color and any where can wear ANY color they desire as long as YOU like the color and you pick a color shade that best COMPLIMENTS you then the possibilities are endless!
If you want a makeup tutorial of the look below feel free to message me and let me know!
ENJOY THE PICTURES:
HERE ARE MORE PHOTOGRAPHS OF WOMEN OF COLOR WEARING BLUE EYESHADOW
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| Estelle wearing LORAC blue eyeshadow |
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| Eve wearing blue eyeshadow |
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| Ciara wearing light blue eyeshadow |
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| Alicia Keys wearing light blue eyeshadow |
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| Michelle Obama wearing blue eyeshadow to a state dinner! |
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So I'm entering the contest because I definitely for one love their products but I also would like to change the stereotypical views of the way "models" are viewed. I've never modeled in my entire life but when I think of model I think of ROLE MODEL and I strive to definitely be a great person everyday. Someone who could one day be considered a role model to others. I AM PERFECTLY IMPERFECT and so are all of you
PLEASE VOTE FOR ME :
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
LOVE YOU BLOSSOMS!!
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Lipstick HAUL
Hey Blossoms,
So with the money I saved doing the DIY: Lipstick Palette, which I made a YouTube video of explaining the process and showing the final outcome I decided to go out and purchase a few lipsticks. I purchased 7 in total: 5 Revlon, 1 L'oreal, 1 Maybelline ..ALL wonderful colors! I also did swatches in the video!
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