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Makeup on a budget: How to get a flawless look without breaking the bank

We all know that splurging on a makeup shopping spree is every makeup lover’s dream, but depending on how much you love your makeup, it could get a little pricey! There are always so many fun, new products that come out that you feel like you need to try, but how can you keep all the fun of trying new products and makeup shopping if you’re on a budget? We’ve got some tips that we think will be super helpful for all you budget-conscious makeup lovers out there! 1. Buy drugstore brands instead of …
18th Sep 2015

Confused about contouring? Tips + Essentials you need to know!

For the past couple of years, contouring has been a makeup trend that everybody cannot stop talking about. You see those crazy before and after pictures of beauty gurus showing their face before applying makeup, with the makeup on but now blended (which always totally looks like clown makeup!), and then looking totally gorgeous, but somehow different than their natural face, once they have blended and finished their look. But does contouring only work when you take it to the extreme? No!Contouri …
14th Sep 2015

12 Beauty and Makeup Hacks Every Woman NEEDS to know!

1.  DIY Matte LipsWant a matte lipstick, but have a favorite color that’s glossy or shiny? Apply the lipstick and then dust a fair/light face powder on top for an instantly matte look. 2. Get Perfectly Defined Lips If your lipstick seems to always feather and look messy, try lining your lips with concealer after you apply your lipstick to keep it looking clean and to prevent your lip color from fading beyond your lip line.3. DIY EyelinerIf you want a gel e …
10th Sep 2015

Happy Labor Day! Our Must-Have Fall Makeup from our 60% off sale!

Happy Labor Day!! What have you been doing on this 3-day holiday weekend? To celebrate, we are having a huge sale of 60% off some of our favorite items! We have a ton to choose from, but we’ve selected 10 picks to share with you on the blog that we think are perfect to stock up on for fall! Check them out below, but make sure to check out our full page of 60% off makeup for the holiday, but, hurry, the sale ends September 9! Loreal True Match Bronze Glow Super Blendable MakeupWith fall right aro …
7th Sep 2015

Get the look: Modern Take on Vintage Glam Makeup!

There are so many crazy/totally cool makeup trends going on right now, but sometimes, there’s nothing better than a classic vintage glam makeup look to wear on a special night out, or even just for fun! We decided to incorporate some modern styles into our vintage look, and outlined our favorite products and shades you need to create the look for yourself! Face:The look we are trying to achieve is a very soft, natural, and dewy complexion, which is why we chose the Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finis …
3rd Sep 2015

6 makeup tips and essentials for transitioning from summer to fall!

Today is the last day of August, and all we can think about with September starting tomorrow is fall! Yes, we know fall doesn’t officially start until September 23, but we love fall styles and makeup trends, so we’re ready to start planning and trying out new looks now! It is sad to see summer go, because summer is such a fun time to incorporate bright, bold, and glowing colors into your makeup look. But, this fall you can definitely have just as much fun - check out our tips on how to transitio …
31st Aug 2015

8 Steps to Master the “No Makeup” Makeup Look

Enhancing your natural beauty with a subtle makeup look is a trend that will never go out of style. The “no makeup” makeup look is a perfect everyday makeup option, but it actually isn’t always as easy as it may seem. You want to make sure that you are still highlighting your features and bringing out your best when you have natural looking makeup, so we identified these 8 steps that will make sure your “no makeup” makeup look looks fresh and beautiful.1. Illuminate your skin One of the mos …
27th Aug 2015

Drugstore vs. Department Store Makeup Haul: Comparing Our Favorites!

We’re all aware of the multitude of makeup brands and options available to us- especially the looming decision of whether to buy drugstore brand makeup or department store brand makeup! Is there really a difference between the two, and are there comparable products between each of the makeup tiers? These are all questions we’ve wondered before, so we’ve identified some of our favorite drugstore makeup items and their department store counterparts, so the decision on whether to buy affordable or …
24th Aug 2015

Must-have makeup monday: Rimmel Haul!

Who doesn’t love a good makeup haul?! (especially when it’s a Monday and you totally need something to brighten your day…:)) Discovering new makeup and trying it out is always just so much fun and we love finding a brand’s best products. We recently stocked up on some great Rimmel makeup, and we decided to share our favorites with you! Check them out below! Rimmel Match Perfection BlushThis blush is different than your traditional blush because it has three shades within each palette, with an un …
17th Aug 2015

5 ways to get visibly fuller and more glamorous lips

Full and luscious lips are probably the most popular makeup trend right now. Some girls go to extreme lengths to get glamorously full lips (heard of the Kylie Jenner lip challenge??), but there are definitely ways to plump up your lips in a much safer, more natural way. You want full lips, but you definitely don’t want to look fake or unnatural. Check out these 5 super easy ways to get gorgeous, full lips! Healthy lips = full lipsThe first, and one of the most important ways to plump up your li …
13th Aug 2015