Rimmel Nail Polish - English Rose

I found this duo set at Walgreens (like I need more nail polish!). It was only $4.50 for the set, and I love Rimmel nail polish because the brush is really wide. Walgreens had the duos in other colors as well. 

Rimmel Lasting Finish Pro - English Rose

I love the color! I have many different pink polishes but none this color, so I was very pleased (the majority of my pink polishes are bright and neon-like). The polish boasts that it lasts for 10 days but it barely lasted a week, like most polishes. I am okay with that because I like to change my polishes once a week anyway.

Nars Blush - Taos

I have heard tons of good things about NARS blush. It is very pigmented and they have shades the flatter a variety of skin tones (which is very important to me!). Sooo, after some researching on what colors look best on women of color, I decided to go ahead and purchase their blush in Taos and I love it! See pics below!

Obsessed with the compact design. Very sleek and has a mirror inside.

Color Swatch of NARS blush in  Taos.

Comparison: NARS in Taos on the left and MAC Desert Rose on the right.  Taos is a bit more peachier and is shimmery. Desert Rose is more pink and is matte.

What I bought this weekend...

I really did NOT plan on buying makeup this past weekend (I swear!), but I happened to be in Macy's near the MAC counter and decided to take a look around. I ended buying a lipstick and a blush (not too bad, right?). See swatches and pics below.

I feel like all I ever do is work, so I was looking for some work friendly colors. I ended up getting MAC's Viva Glam IV (mid-tone rose with gold pearl, frost).

For the blush, it was the same case. I was looking for something not too bold and work appropriate. I decided on MAC's Powder Blush in Desert Rose (soft reddish-burgundy, matte). 

     

 So far, I am liking both for work!

Unbagged - ipsy April 2013

This month's theme was pretty in pink.

Complete Look - MAC Neutrals

I don't post a lot of pictures of myself and my makeup, because I don't consider myself to be a makeup pro (by any means!) just someone having fun. Occassionally, my makeup doesn't come out tooooo bad. Below is a look I created using all MAC products.

Unboxed - Birchbox April 2013

Soooo, this is what I got in my April 2013 Birchbox. Spoiler Alert!

This month's theme was, Women's Health - Tiny Tweaks, Big Results.

Review - Miss Jessie's

I never bothered trying Miss Jessie's products in the past because I thought that they were only for people with natural kinky hair (I have a relaxer). I received a sample of their Super Sudsy Slip Shampoo and Creme de la Creme conditioner in my  March 2013 Birchbox so I decided to try them. Both labels expressed that the products could also be used on chemically treated and dry hair, among other hair types. I think I am in like. The shampoo was okay, it lathered well, but left my hair feeling a little stripped after washing.

Obsessed - purity facial cleanser

I sample many products because I am all about the freebies. Once in awhile I find a great product and it becomes a staple in my regimen. Philosophy's purity made simple face cleanser is one of those products! I recieved it in a Birchbox a couple of years ago, and I have been hooked ever since! It cleanses my face (make-up included) and doesn't leave it feeling too oily or to dry. I have combination skin and have had trouble finding a face wash that didn't itch, leave my face dry or oily, or break me out. Purity takes care of all of these things and is fragrance free (but still gives off a refreshingly natural scent). Loves it!

You can snag a small (3oz) sample bottle for $10, and it lasts a long time because a little bit goes a long way.

theBalm Cosmetics Sale

Update 4/9/13: theBalm was experiencing technical difficulties with their new site. The sale was postponed until yesterday (4/8/13) and will end today at 1PM (EST). You still have some time to get the 50% off and shipping is fairly inexpensive for U.S. orders!!!

Today only, theBalm cosmetics is having a 50% off sale to celebrate the launch of their new site. It is supposed to begin at 9:30 AM (PST) and will last 24 hours. It is 50% off of the entire site! I have their Put a Lid on it eye primer and I love it!

Happy Shopping! https://www.thebalm.com/