Cosmetics

Top 10 Beauty Faves

For years, I was a total tomboy. I wore sneakers all day, everyday, and didn't know a thing about makeup. Then, a few years ago - and I don't remember exactly when - all that changed. I discovered heels & makeup! After years of trial and error, I think I've finally figured my makeup stuff out.

Top 10 Beauty Faves 1. Aveeno Positively Radiant Tinted Moisturize SPF 30 - It's a great base, and I love that it's SPF 30. You can never be too cautious.

2. NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer - The first time I tried this concealer, it was like magic! It's perfect!

3. Smashbox Camera Ready CC Cream - I swear by the Smashbox CC Cream. It's absolutely flawless, and has like a million benefits!

4. LORAC TANtalizer Baked Bronzer - I've loved this bronzer for years. It gives the perfect, sunkissed color and glow.

5. MAKE UP FOREVER HD Microfinish Powder - I needed something to seal my makeup so it wouldn't transfer, and that's when I discovered the HD powder. I had to try to believe it, and it's worked great for me!

6. NYX Retractable Pencil Liner - I was always faithful to the Esteé Lauder retractable liner, but it's not waterproof. I love a really dark liner, and the NYX liner is perfect, and only $4.50!

7 . Stila Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner - I have yet to perfect the cat eyeliner and winged eyeliner looks, but this eyeliner is great to create both looks!

8 . Smashbox Blush Rush in Radiance - I stick with my LORAC bronzer on a regular basis, but for a night out or whenever I wanna add more color to my cheeks, this is my go-to blush.

9. Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray - This is another product that I typically only use for a night out. It most definitely holds my make up in place, even after a night of dancing!

10. Bright lips - I didn't actually start wearing bright lip colors until less than a year ago! Now that I have, MAC Girl About Town is my default pink. I am also obsessed with LAQA & Co Fat Lip Pencil in Lambchop . My default has been MAC RiRi Woo, but that's not longer available. MAC Ruby Woo is pretty much the same color, and I also love Smashbox Be Legendary lipstick in Infrared Matte . For a glossier red, I love Bare Minerals Marvelous Moxie lipstick in Call The Shots .

Do you guys use any of these products? What are some of your favorites? Please do share!

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Birthday Party: Black & White Leather

So, my birthday is coming up tomorrow but I actually celebrated last Saturday. I was so hot and cold about my party this year that I didn't actually decide on an outfit until the day before. Once I had this outfit figured out, though, I was super excited. I love that it combines two of my absolute favorite Spring 2013 trends - Black & White, and (faux) Leather!

I actually went to a day party this year and was able to take some pictures before we headed out. Read more

Holiday Gift Guide: Beauty

Hello Loves! Hope you're having a wonderful winter and staying warm! It's been forever since my last post- between my crazy work schedule and wrapping up my first semester as an MBA student it's been hectic! With the holidays around the corner, online shopping has become my new best friend (sorry Dhruvi :P)! I love this time of year - spending QT with my fam and friends snuggled up at home, baking yummy goodies and of course GIFTS! There's nothing better than watching your loved ones' eyes light up as they open up a surprise. Sephora is my go-to store during holiday season, every year they put out tons of special edition sets that not only feature some of the hottest products but offer an amazing value! I love that I can pamper my family and friends with indulgent gifts, without breaking my budget.

(1) SEPHORA by OPI Tinsel Town Collector's Set : This set is an awesome deal. With 16 mini-nail polishes of this year's trendiest colors it's perfect for anyone with nail color ADD. It even contains a jewel top coat!The nail paints are perfectly portioned and the set contains an array of colors perfect for the winter and versatile enough to use all year long. I especially love the assortment of jewel tones and neutrals, appropriate for work or a night out!

(2) Sephora Favorites Fragrance Sampler for Her: One of my all time favorite Sephora gifts! Fragrance gifts are usually tough because there are so many different scents to chose from! This awesome set contains 12 samples of the season's most popular scents and a voucher for your gift recipient to get a full size version of the perfume they select! This year Sephora has also released a smaller roller-ball version of this set and it's also available for men's cologne. You can't go wrong with this!

(3) Philosophy Home For the Holidays Set : When I think about the holidays the first thing that comes to mind is spending cozy nights at home with the smell of delicious holiday goodies all around. This Philosophy set captures that holiday spirit into a luxurious spa experience with  four multipurpose hair and body cleansers/bubble baths in yummy holiday inspired scents like cinnamon buns, peppermint bark, and sparkling cranberry. Once you start using these, you won't wanna leave the shower! The set also contains four lip glosses in the same scrumptious flavors- making your lips extra silky and tasty ;)!

(4) Smashbox Studio Pop Eye Palette: You can never have enough makeup palettes! I recently bought this palette and found that it was one of my favorite ones yet! I love Smashbox eyeshadows and this palette in particular has vibrant jewel, metallic and neutral colors in shades that are flattering on all skin tones. The kit also contains easy-to-use eye liners and four how-to cards that teach you step-by-step how to create eye looks great for day and night! The palette also contains a mirror and is portable enough to toss into your clutch. A must have - perfect for the fashionista in your life!

(5) Shiseido White Lucent Spot Corrector Expert 10 Days To Brighter Skin Kit: Who wouldn't love the gift of beautiful skin? The White Lucent system by Shiseido is one of the only skincare systems that I have used that produced IMMEDIATELY after the first use. This system targets imperfections in the skin leaving it flawless! It is also gentle enough for sensitive skin, yet the serum, cleanser, softener, and moisturizer are potent enough to produce visibly more luminous skin in only 10 days! Whoever you decide to give this gift to will definitely love you for it!

Happy Holidays (and shopping) everyone!! XO


- Sheela