Tutorial: Fall Eye Look 2013

Finished Look:

What I Used:

1) 3 Mac Single Eyeshadows in: "Saddle", "Goldmine" and "Vanilla"
2) Missha Signature Velvet Art Shadow in "Plum Combination"
3) Mac Single Eyeshadow in "Satin Taupe"
4) Maybelline Color Tattoo Cream Eyeshadow in "Tough as Taupe"
5) Stila Matte Black Eyeshadow
6) Mac Fluidline Gel Eyeliner in "Black Track"
7) Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler and Buxom Mascara
8) All the brushes used in this tutorial are E.L.F

Tutorial:

Step 1
Apply a creamy eyeshadow base all over the lid that way the eyeshadow will stay vibrant.

Step 2
Apply a taupe eyeshadow all over the lid on top of the creamy base

Step 3
With a pencil crease brush, apply a black eyeshadow on the outer corner only

Step 4
Now with a fluffy crease brush, apply a matte light brown shadow on to the crease, blending the black and taupe eyeshadow together to create a transition shade.

Step 5
With a same eyeshadow brush for the taupe on "step 2" apply a shimmery gold shadow on the middle of the lid.

Step 6
Apply a nude/cream color eyeshadow on the browbone and blend out any harsh lines.

Step 7
Apply eyeliner on the top lid only

Step 8
On the bottom lid, apply a plum/purple shade

Step 9
Curl lashes and apply your favorite mascara

And you're finished!

I enjoy this look because not only it's wearable but you can add a pop on color on the lower lash line and it won't look over the top.

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Disclaimer: everything used in this tutorial is purchased by me :]

Skincare recommendations for Fall - Winter Seasons (Combination to Dry Skin)

As the cold seasons slowly creeping its way into the east coast, my skin will start to lose its moisture and produce less oil and that means dry skin.  As of now I'm starting to use more hydrating skincare into my everyday routine to stay moisturized.  I change my products around most of the time, I'm not the kind of person that stay loyal to one thing however if I do find something my skin really enjoy I will continue to repurchase until I find something else better.

So far these following items I feel does the job well on my skin.  Please note that everyone's skin is different, what may work well for me doesn't mean it would work well for you, please do your research before trying out a new product.

Cleansers
It is very important to use a gentle non-drying cleansers for dry skin.  Every morning and night I enjoy using the Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser and to remove my makeup I use the Kose Softymo Speedy Cleaning Oil at night.

Where to purchase: Kose Softymo Speedy Cleaning Oil can be purchased at Sasa.com

Toners
Most people skip toners in their skincare regime thinking it does nothing but if you use a hydrating toner, I think it makes a big difference for hydrating dry skin.  I use the Haruhada Hyaluronic Acid Moisture Skin Lotion as a toner or sometimes I like to spray the Etude House Collagen Moistfull Essence In Primer all over the face.

Where to Purchase: Both at Sasa.com

Serums
Another important step in skincare that is usually ignored is a good hydrating serum.  The two I enjoy using the most is De Herbs Hyaluronic Acid Serum and the 40 Carrots Carrot + C Vitamin Serum.

Where to Purchase: De Herbs at Sasa.com, 40 Carrots at any health food shops or online.

Moisturizers
As a day moisturizer I enjoy using the Josie Maran Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 40, it is very important to use SPF all 4 seasons.  For night time I use the Sibu Sea Buckthorn daytime facial cream or the Alpha Hydrox Enhanced Lotion 10% Glycolic AHA.

Where to Purchase: Josie Maran at Sephora, Sibu at any health food shops or online and Alpha Hydrox at Ulta

Extra care and Mask
One or two times a week if my skin needs a extra boost of hydration I like to add a sleeping night cream or a sheet mask.  I use all time favorite the Missha Misa Golden Snowflake Overnight Cream and the My Scheming Deep Ocean Water Mask.

Where to Purchase: Missha at Misshaus.com, My Scheming at Sasa.com

Eyecream
For eye cream I love using the Missha Misa Golden Snowflake eyecream, very emollient and moisturizing under my eye.

Where to Purchase: Misshaus.com

Thank you all for reading!

Disclaimer: I purchase everything.

Haul: Korean Cosmetics and My Scheming Masks

My Scheming Masks 
I took a trip to Chinatown New York and got 3 boxes of face mask since they were really cheap that I only paid 3 for $19.99.  I was a little skeptical at first wondering if they're real or fake but after standing in the store and inspecting the box for a long time while the sales lady staring at me the whole time I can confirm that it's real lol.  They also had a lot of My Beauty Diary and other brands but I decided to get them next time.

The Face Shop
While in Chinatown I stop by The Face Shop and got two sleeping masks pact to try.  Last year I got their Aqua Drop Sleeping mask and I really enjoyed using it. 

Missha
Last month Misshaus.com had a friends and family sale going on so I ordered almost their whole Super Aqua Snail line and received plenty face mask as a free gift.  I read so many positive reviews on their Snail line so I wanted to give it a try.  So far I tried their Cell Renew Snail Cream and I absolutely love it!  If you're interested right now at Misshaus.com the snail line is on sale for 30% along with other products they offer, the sale ends 9/2

Super Aqua Snail Slime Set

Super Aqua Snail Slime BB Cream and Eyelash Curler

RoseRoseShop.com
I got MORE blushes added to my makeup collection as if I don't have enough!  Seriously I can't help it I love blushes!  2 from Tony Moly, 3 The Face Shop and 1 Skinfood.  I also got all 4 shades of the Etude House Kissful Tint Chou lip stain.

If you're interested in a review on any of these items or swatches let me know!   Eventually I will review them once I get to play with them long enough. 

Thank you for reading and sticking around, sorry for the lack of posts, I will try to make more blog post >.<

Disclaimer:  I purchase everything

Happy 4th of July!

My nail of the week :]

Haul: Influenster Vox Box

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.  Please note that all my opinions on the items I received here is honest.

If you haven't heard www.influenster.com it's a free to join site where they sent you products to test and review.  You can review the products they sent you on any social media, blogs or videos.  You must first take their survey and if you're qualified they will send you an email on when they will send you some products to try!

This is my first goodie from Influenster to try which is the VoxBox Sunkissed edition.

Sinful Shine with Gel Tech Nail Polish in My Kryptonite, which is a deep teal color, I have yet to try gel nail polish so I curious about this one although the color is a little too deep for my liking so I will see how it looks on my nails.

Dr. Sholls for her high heel insole, I haven't try this on yet but I do have a high heel that feels very uncomfortable so I'm looking forward in trying this.

Goody Ouchless Hair Ties, I don't know if I really like these yet, they're aren't as stretchy as the hair ties I'm use to and I don't like the whole knot on the ends. 

Olay Fresh Effects BB Cream,  when I first saw this in the box I was excited however after trying this out it's ok for me.  As always most western brand BB Cream is basically a tinted moisturizer, even on this packaging they say it's a tinted moisturizer, why even bother to slap the word BB Cream on it ugh!  Otherwise as a tinted moisturizer I do like it it's very lightweight and smells very nice but as a "BB Cream" it's not even close.

Current Favorites

Missha Misa Golden Snowflake Eyecream
This eye cream is amazing, it's so emollient and moisturizing that I only need a little so it will last me for quite a while!  One thing I dislike is the pot packaging, if I have long nails it's hard to get the product out.  Although its summer now and my under eye is not as dry so this can get too heavy on me but I would like to try others.  

Tony Moly Tomatox magic white massage pack and Appletox Smooth Massage Peeling Cream 
To be honest the main reasons why I purchase these were the packaging but of course I was also curious if they were as great as most people claimed.  So far I'm loving them! 

The Tomatox really does brighten my skin after I apply it as a mask for 15-20 minutes.  As a spot acne scar treatment I don't see much of a difference but as an overall complexion I do see a brighter skin.

For the Appletox, I massage a quarter size amount all over my face and after a few minutes of massaging you would see peeling bits starts forming and after I rinse them off my skin feels very smooth.  I find the results very refreshing and nice.

Both creams smells amazing and I can see myself reusing the packaging after I finish them up!

Missha Vita Moisture BB Cream
This is one of the hidden BB Creams that not much people talk about or tried before.  I found myself using this mostly in the winter and spring seasons as my skin was dryer and it apply so smoothly on my skin while still provide moisture.  I received this as a free gift when I purchased from Missha a while ago but if it wasn't for the free gift I wouldn't have tried this either!  

Maybelline Chai Latte Quad (Old Packaging)
One of the best natural drugstore eyeshadow quad out there.  I find myself using all four of the shades for my everyday look, the only shade that is a tad chalky is the shimmer nude one but I still make it work.

Attirer Puff Cotton Squares
I will never by western brand cotton rounds or squares ever again, after I discover this one.  The texture of this puff is very soft so it doesn't scratch my skin and it doesn't tear apart or break unlike most drugstore brands plus it doesn't eat up all your toner or makeup remover.  I purchase this from Sasa for $3.50

DISLIKES
Lumene Sensitive Touch Serum
This was on sale for $5 at sears so I wanted to give it a try but good thing I got it on sale.  First off I couldn't stand the smell, they claim it suppose to smell like linen and I usually enjoy the scent of linens but this one was just awful and made want to puke!  Second it did poorly on how it applies, the serum just sat on top of my skin and didn't really sink.  I gave this product a chance by trying it for a week but it was a no-no for me :[

Disclaimer: I purchased everything

Collective Haul: Korean skincare and drugstore goodies

I know I need to stop with these hauls, I keep spending money but some of them were on sale!  still...I can't help myself >_<

Ebay
Holika Holika 3 Second Starter Collegen moisturizer and the Etude House Wonder Pore Freshner.  I really can't wait to try the Freshner, I heard so many positive reviews on it.

Tony Moly Egg Pore collections, I've been very curious on these products and since I have a lot of clog pores on my face I thought I give these a try.  Tony Moly packaging is absolutely adorable, I can see myself reusing them by adding other products in the future ^^

Etude House Face Color Corset blush in Lavender Veil and Tony Moly Crystal Blusher in Milky Violet.  I was inspired by the famous Japanese model Tsubasa Masuwaka blush style where she mix a pastel/milky lavender tone blush with a bright pink blush to achieve a youthful dolly look so I wanted to give these a try since I heard they were affordable dupes of her Dolly Wink blushes. 

Sasa
They were offering free shipping on any total so I end up getting this famous Laneige Sleeping pack a try. 

Urban Decay
I wanted to try all of their makeup sprays so I got most of them from their sale section on their site.  These were only $12 each compare to $29, it looks like they were getting rid of the old packaging.  So far i tried the All Nighter spray and it's actually pretty good. 

 Alpha Hydrox
They had a buy 2 get 1 free on their website so I got a A LOT of their 10% Glycolic AHA Treatment Gel which I tend to go through these stuff pretty quickly in my skincare regime.  I made a review on their lotion version (here) which is similar to the gel formula except it's lighter in texture and good for summer and I only use them at night. 

CCO
It's been awhile that I purchase something at the CCO let alone anything from Mac but since I'm in a lavender blush craze I found this one which looks really nice.  The shade is called "Full of Joy" from the Tres Cheek Collection.

Sears
ATTENTION if you live near a Sears department store that also includes an extended drugstore cosmetic area run to your local Sears because all makeup and skincare is 50% off!  Also Sears accept manufacturer coupons (on sunday papers) which they allow you to use them with your purchase, at least mine do.  
Now back to what I purchase, I got two Lumene makeup remover, a backup of the Physician's Formula Eyeliner,  Garnier Moisture Rescue Cream for Dry Skin, Rimmel Taupe eyeliner and Maybelline's Coral Lipbalm. 

That's all for the hauls, thank you for reading!

Disclaimer: I purchase everything.