Friday 29 August 2014

Golding neutral Eyes with nude lips

Great mix of relaxed natural, but with a touch of shimmer to glam it up in a fun Sun kissed way. Paired with big drama lashes to heat things up in the evening!

Products used:

Garnier skin renew anti-dark circle roller - shade medium
Lise Watier base miracle poor minimizing primer
Rimmel stay Matte liquid mousse foundation – shade 200 soft beige
Mac pro long wear concealer – shade in NC20
Mac prep and prime highlighter – shade radiant Rose
Mac studio care blend pressed powder – shade medium deep
Annabelle eyebrow pencil – shade 50 black
Mac eyeshadow – shade soft brown
Mac eyeshadow – shade Texture
Gosh effect powder loose eyeshadow – shade Sunstone
Mac eyeshadows – shade shroom
Maybelline eye studio gel liner – shade blackest black
Mac eye kohl – shade costa Riche
L'Oreal voluminous carbon black mascara
Red cherry lashes – 107
Due brush-on eye lash adhesive with vitamins
Mac bronzing powder – shade golden
Mac blush – shade Sunbasque
Mac mineralize skin finish – shade soft and gentle
Lime crime lipstick – shade coquette
Maybelline the elixir lipgloss – 100 pedal plush

Have fun with this look if you have questions comments below. Me posted tutorial for this look.

Later all,



Sunday 24 August 2014

Maybelline the Elixir Review


So these came out a while back but I just developed a love for them this summer. I picked up my first one at shoppers in late June. I got the shade Raspberry Rhapsody. I love a dark berry or wine stain during the cold months, but sometimes have trouble finding a similar shade, that carries a bright juicy colour for a bright punchy summer lip.

Let me say this hit the spot! I love the color pay off. The bottle and applicator are adorable. Not too sticky and gives a good amount of moisture. This formula works beautifully over lipsticks.

Shades I own:

Raspberry Rhapsody- lovely Barry tone, gives nice depth when paired over a bright pink lipstick shade (such as Lime Crime Geredium)

Breathtaking Apricot- perfect coral shade for the summer, love it alone or paired over a soft pale pink lipstick for extra boost. Very vibrant. Love to pair this with Mac cosmetics Sunbest blush for simple quick wash of color on the natural face.

Petal Plush- gorgeous baby pink, love it best over nude lipstick (Lime Crime Coquette, Mac Myth)

This is a must-have for your purse. Now go grab some!


Saturday 23 August 2014

Thai Style Potato Leek Soup

Thai Style Potato Leek Soup

Ingredients:

Coconut oil (just enough to cut bottom of pan)
1 teaspoon Garam masala spice blend
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, diced
2 Garlic cloves, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, diced
One leak, sliced
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Water
Pinch of salt
1 tablespoon Soy sauce
1 can Coconut milk
1 Lime, zest and juice

Heat oil in good soup pot (I prefer a cast iron Dutch oven) over medium high heat. Add spices and toast lightly. Fry the potatoes, garlic, jalapeno peppers, and ginger until golden. Add enough water to cover and add salt. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer, cook and cover for 30 minutes.


Reduce heat to low, and blend with an immersion blender until smooth. Add coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime. Stir and serve. If you like top with lemongrass or chopped cashews.

Enjoy!

* you can omit the pinch of salt if you were looking to reduce sodium intake. There is enough in the soy sauce to flavor the soup.

* any light oil can be used if you do not have coconut oil.

* if using ginger powder instead of fresh ginger, add it in with other spaces.


Friday 22 August 2014

Hot Pink Lip Look

Winged liner and hot pink lips

Love this look when I am running around and don't have a chance to change up from day to evening. Dramatic eyes with neutral sheets makes it wearable for day into evening. Dramatic bright pink lips give it a bold pop. For daywear just go for a soft gloss or nude lip and then punch up the color for night.

Products used:

Lise Watier Miracle Pore minimizing primer
Garnier Skin Renew anti-dark Circle Roller shade medium
Rimmell London Stay Matte Liquid Mousse Foundation shade 200 soft beige
Annabelle Eyebrow Pencil shade 50 black
Makeup Geek eyeshadow shade vanilla Bean
Mac eyeshadow shade soft brown
Mac eyeshadow shade Swiss chocolate
Mac eyeshadow shade shroom
Maybelline studio gel liner shade blackest black
L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara shade carbon
Red Cherry Lashes number one black
Mac Eye Kohl shade costa riche
Mac Pro Long Wear Concealer shade NC20
Mac Studio Care Blend Pressed Powder shade medium deep
Mac Bronzing Powder shade golden
Nars Blush Shade Deep Throat
Mac Mineralize Skin Finish shade soft and gentle
L'Oreal Lip Liner shade Burgandy's
Lime Crime Lipstick Geradium
Maybelline The Elixir shade 30 raspberry Rhapsody

Try it out and enjoy!


Wednesday 20 August 2014

Full Josie Maran Review

Last week I received my first order from Josie Maran. Firstly I will say the website format and service is great. I received my shipment very quickly with reasonable rates. Living in Canada sometimes shipping costs from other companies can be killer!

I purchased the travel size 100% Argan oil light.

Product description: A featherweight version of the world champion of oils. 100% Argan oil light moisturizes deeply and absorbs quickly, leaving a semi matte finish. First coldpressed to protect its healthy, hydrating properties and ideal for all skin types, especially breakout prone and sensitive skin.

I was for the longest time apprehensive about using a beauty oil on my skin as I am so oily. Much to my pleasure this product works amazingly!

I have used it every night before bed applying 2 to 3 drops on my fingers and then massaging into my face after my usual cleansing routine. Such a smooth lightweight formula, even right after applying I don't feel greasy and when I wake in the morning there isn't as much oil as previously. I would say about 60% reduction right after the first few days of using it. Such a difference in fact that if I don't apply make up I can get away with not having to block oil off my face until nearly dinner time, and my day starts about 6:30 AM. With make up the oil comes back but again not nearly as bad, and it's cut down on the amount of time doing touchups throughout the day. I think come winter this will leave my skin perfect.

Aside from the oil reduction I have a very noticeable glow to the skin, healthier looking and the softness is incredible. The only issue I have remaining is a lot of texture on my four head and cheeks which I am still on the hunt for a good product to help with this, but that is a subject for a different time.

I also purchased the argon lip treatment.

Product description: Apply naturally age-defying argon lip treatment generously throughout the day. Lips are instantly moisturized and lastingly protected; they appear softer, smoother and plumper.

It has a lovely strawberries and cream scent, feels really smooth on, and comes in the world's cutest bottle. I have not noticed any pumping quality, but it does hydrate. I have been using it for overnight is during the day I like something a little heavier so I don't have to reapply as often.

Overall loved both products, highly recommend are going well! Love it! I look forward to purchasing more from this company.


Sunday 17 August 2014

Refreshing Summer Iced Tea

Refreshing Summer Iced Tea

Roughly 8 cups water
2 trays of ice cubes
3 to 4 bags of your favourite black tea.
1 large Lemon
8 large mint leaves

Bring water to a boil and pour into large pitcher
Place tea bags in water and let steep for 15-20 min.
Remove tea bags and discard
Cut lemon into slices and remove seeds
Add lemon slices and mint leaves to pitcher
Add ice cubes and additional water if needed
Chill in refrigerator for at last 1 hour before serving.

 * substitute lemon for raspberries or strawberries slices, and the mint for chocolate mint leaves for a sweeter treat!


Wednesday 13 August 2014

New Josie Maran order arrived

Got my new Josie Maran order today.

Picked up the Argan lip treatment. Looking forward to this. I get very dry lips in contrast to having oily skin. So finding a good product to hydrate them overnight is key. As well who doesn't want the plumping factor right?

Also got the 100% Argan oil light. I have very oily skin  so I've been hesitant to try using beauty oils. Even though I keep reading and hearing to combat oil use more oil. So I opted to go with the travel size of the light oil to try and see how that works.

Can't wait to try them out! Will do a full review next week.


http://www.josiemarancosmetics.com

Monday 11 August 2014

Welcome

Hey All,

So obviously this is my first post.

I have been toying with the idea of doing a blog for a while now. A place where I can express my interest in both the world of health and fitness, and beauty and fashion.
I want to create a unified space to handle both realms as I have found it can be one or the other when searching for info. I really would like to create something that is congruent to the needs of both a fit and fashion forward woman.

I want to post as often as I can. This will kind of be like a grown-up public version of the journal for me. Some of the things I will include our fashion styles, make up looks, and product reviews. As well as recipes, exercise routines, and other interesting health-related topics.

Quick disclaimer. I am not a dietitian. I am not a personal trainer. I am not in any fashion retail business. I am not aesthetician. Hairstylist. Or make up artist.

E,


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