Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Haul: MAC To The Beach Collection

Hi dolls! So as you all know, MAC released their To the Beach Collection at the end of May. I've been buying the products here and there because I wanted to try out some of the products a few at a time. I am finally finished my shopping. I MIGHT go get one more eye shadow this week, but for the most part I think I'm done. Here are the products I got:

*Note: I'll be honest, I did not like the quality of each individual product that I took a picture of. There is a group picture on my camera but I'm having some technical difficulties with that. So just check back in a few days to see the picture of everything if you want. ALL picture credit goes to http://www.temptalia.com

Sand & Sun Eye Shadow

This eye shadow is a matte peach color that I definitely do not have in my collection. I think this color is gorgeous! It goes great with neutral looks, and I even tried it with a more colored look and it looked perfect!

Fire Cracker Eye Shadow

This is probably the main eye shadow I wanted to get because I absolutely fell in love with it the day I saw the preview. It is a Veluxe Pearl finish. The best way to describe this shadow according to the MAC website is, frosted mid-tone red orange color. And they're right. It's a perfect color for when you want to add that little pop of color into any look.

Shimmermoss Eye Shadow

I decided to invest in this color because it just screams summer. I know this color is in the permanent collection, but I just couldn't pass on the adorable packaging! And good thing is that if I love it enough, I'll always be able to go get a new one to depot it and put it in the pretty packaging. Genius, right?! This shadow is also a Veluxe Pearl finish. It's a gorgeous bright blue-green color. I used it yesterday under my lash line to add a pop of color and I got so many compliments on it! Sad news though, right when I got home and opened it... it BROKE!! So now this gorgeous shadow is smushed. Might as well be a pigment now lol.... but hey, I'm still going to use every bit of it!

I didn't get the other 2 shadows because I already own Humid (The dark green) and I honestly don't use it enough to go get another. And as for Sweet and Punchy (The lime greenish) I'm still on the fence with that one. That's the only product left that I'm debating on going to get. What do y'all think? Would it be worth it?

Hipness Blush

This is probably one of my favorite purchases from this collection because the color is absolutely STUNNING on me. It's a beautiful coral color that I cannot get enough of. I've found a way to wear every single day since I bought it even if I had to mix it with another color. It's so gorgeous! I would buy a back up, but unfortunately all of my MAC stores are sold out!

In your opinion, what's a good back up? I might have to get it when this runs out!

Get-Away Bronze Blush

This is a blush that I really hesitant on buying. I just felt that I already had a few colors in my collection that looked like this, and I even had a few bronzers that were pretty identical. But after going to swatch it about 3 times, I finally got it. I actually got 2 of them because I love it! It's the perfect blush for the days where you don't want any concentration on your cheeks. Very flawless bronze color with a perfect amount of shimmer to it.

Beach Bronze Cream Bronzer

Let's put it this way, if all 6 of my MAC counters/stores weren't sold out I would probably own 5 or more of these. I am so impressed with this. It is a cream to powder bronzer that goes great when you add just a little bit to your cheeks. I use it kind of like a contour and it gives me that glowy skin that everyone is always wanting to get! A+ on this one!

Refined Golden Bronzer

Okay, I'm not going to lie to y'all... I only bought this because of the packaging. This used to be my go-to bronzer before I discovered my NARS Laguna. I've never had a problem with this bronzer, and I actually still love it, but I just found something else. Now... I think I'm going to switch back to this one. I remembered today why I loved it so much in the first place. Good thing about this being permanent, just like the Shimmermoss Eye Shadow, I'm going to be able to depot the other one and put it in this adorable packaging!

Scorcher Nail Polish

Such a gorgeous color!! As y'all know, I'm a huge nail polish fanatic (speaking of which... collection post is coming soon!) This was actually my first MAC nail polish and I'm very impressed with it. From the application to the finish, this is the perfect bright coral red color for summer. Good job, MAC.

Left: Pink Rebel Lustre Drops
Right: Sun Rush Lustre Drops

I have been DYING to get these again, because I recently ran out of my other one from the Style Warriors Collection. These work wonders when it comes to applying your highlight and it gives you such a great finish without looking like your face is oily kind of shiny. Does that make sense? Plus, and this might sound weird... I think they look cute in my drawers haha

Left to Right: Flurry of Fun, Easy Lounger, Splashing Lipglass

I bought each of these colors because I really don't have these kinds of colors in my collection. Well, with the exception of Easy Lounger which is a pretty common color. But it's stunning! I love all of these with the exception of Splashing. I'm still working on a good combination to use it with. I want it to be a little subtle but with that BAM of color. Ya know?

Beachbound Lipstick

One of my favorite purchases by far! SUCH a gorgeous color. I'm stealing this comparison from Elle (Allthatglitters21 on YouTube) who said this color looked like an orange creamsicle! She's definitely right about that. It's the perfect nude with a flawless finish to where it doesn't necessarily look like your typical nude. This paired with the lipglasses from the collection = perfection.

To The Beach Body Oil

I'm still so angry with my self. I even started this section with a sigh. Me being well... me waited until the last possible second to go buy this and what happened.... THEY SOLD OUT!! Luckily, the oh so generous MAC lady gave me not one... but TWO pretty good samples of this bad boy. Sadly, I'm going to have to pick the perfect moments to wear it, which won't be many... but when I look forward to the days I do wear it.

Marine Life Highlight Powder

Last but not least, I did give into the hype. And honestly, I'm not as impressed as I wanted to be. Don't get me wrong, I do like it. However it wasn't really worth the rush. Even though I wouldn't have it today if I didn't run out to get it that day. I actually wish I would've gotten the body oil instead. This product is nice, but I just think that I have blushes from the permanent line, and from other brands that do basically the same thing. Oh the things MAC and YouTube make you do.



Well that's it. I actually bought some more stuff from ULTA and Sephora, but I wanted to dedicate this post to this collection. I might do a future post about that soon. Anywho, what did YOU get from this collection?

I will be doing more tutorials including these products!

FTC: I purchased all of these products with my own money. I am not being paid for this post. I am not affiliated with this company in anyway. ALL opinions are my own. Everything else is just clearly stated in the post. (:


xoxo,
Brandy

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Just In Case You Wanted to Know

 Hair:

Shampoo: LUSH BIG Shampoo

Condtioner: Aussie Moist Conditioner

Mask: Aussie 3 Minute Miracle

Tool: CHI Straightener (on the days I straighten my hair of course)


Body:

Cream: Jergen's Natural Glow

Deoderant: Secret Vanilla


Face:

Cleanser: Clinique 3-Step Skin Care System

Moisterizer: Clinique Dramatically Different Gel

Makeup:

Primer: Laura Mercier Foundation Primer

Foundation: Laura Mercier Silk Creme Foundation in Cashew Beige and MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural

Concealer: MakeupForever Full Cover Concealer in shade 12 for blemishes and Laura Mercier Undercover Pot #4 for under my eyes

Blusher: I am currently LOVING MAC's Hipness blush from the To The Beach Collection and NARS Orgasm blush

Bronzer: NARS Laguna

Highlighter: Benefit Moonbeam with MAC Soft and Gentle MSF with a little MAC Gold Deposit MSF over it. I've also been using my MAC Marine Life when I know I'm going to be outside for most of the day

Eyeshadow Base: Any one of my MAC paint pots, UDPP, and I just bought the MakeupForever Flash palette, so I'll be using that a lot!

Eyeshadow: Lately my everyday look consists of MAC Honey Lust, Mythology, Antiqued, Cranberry and Black Tied with the highlight from the NARS eyeshadow duo

Eyeliner: MAC Teddy (brown)

Lipstick: MAC Blankety

Lipgloss: MAC Easy Lounger Lipglass from the To The Beach collection and MAC Boy Bait Creamsheen Glass

Nail Varnish: OPI Shorts Story




I tag YOU!! (:

Monday, June 21, 2010

Tag: 25 Questions

This a tag going around the beauty community, and I thought I would give it a try. You should too!!


1. Do you have any pets?
No, I used to have a dog. He was a black and white shitzu that lived to be 17. We were only months apart so I grew up with him. It was hard losing him, and we just haven't had the heart to get another animal. 

2. Name 3 things that are physically close to you.
Cell phone, Coke can, Bath and Body Works Coconut Lime Verbana candle (all on my nightstand)

3. What's the weather like right now?
Very sunny and VERY hot!

4. Do you drive? If so have you crashed?
Yes I do, and yes I have. Don't worry, I was perfectly okay and it wasn't my fault. It was almost about 2 years ago. It happened at a stop light and the car who hit me was turning from a lane that he shouldn't have been turning in and hit me. Very scary moment though!

5. What time did you wake up this morning?
9:30am. I had to wake up to get ready for class!

6. When was the last time you showered?
This morning at around 9:45

7. What was the last movie you saw?
I rented When in Rome, it was adorable!

8. What does your last text message say?
I'm updating my iPhone to the new version so my phone is not useable right now... but if I remember correctly it was my friend saying we should go swimming!

9. What's your ringtone?
3AM by Matchbox Twenty

10. Have you ever been to a different country?
Not yet, but soon! The main places I want to visit are Spain, Paris, London and Greece.

11. Do you like sushi?
It's only one of my favorite foods ever!! I LOOVE sushi!

12. Where do you buy your groceries?
A local grocery store and Whole Foods

13. Have you ever taken medication to help you fall asleep faster?
Only when I'm sick. When I'm sick Nyquil is my best friend haha

14. How many siblings do you have?
I'm an only child!

15. Do you have a desktop computer or a laptop?
A laptop - A MacBook to be more specific

16. How old will you be turning on your next birthday?
22

17. Do you wear contacts or glasses?
Both. Mainly contacts, but when I'm at home or having a lazy day I wear my glasses

18. Do you color your hair?
Never have. But I do plan on getting highlights soon.

19. Tell me something you are planning to do today.
Some accounting homework and I plan on watching The Bachelorette and Real Housewives of New Jersey. 

20. When was the last time you cried?
I saw an episode of One Tree Hill that had me in tears. I cry for everything! Especially mushy stuff like that lol

21. What is your perfect pizza topping?
Pepperoni and mushroom!

22. Which do you prefer-hamburgers or cheeseburgers?
Cheeseburgers!

23. Have you ever had an all-nighter?
Definitely. When you're in college that's all you do! It pays off if you're a last minute studier like I am. But it's really not good for you!

24. What is your eye color?
Hazel and green. My eye color changes with the lighting, so it just depends on the day.

25. Can you taste the difference between Pepsi and Coke?
Oh yeah! I can never understand when people say they can't. Don't get me wrong, I like both. I prefer Coke more than Pepsi but I can definitely tell the difference.


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