New Fav: Lip Combo

Hey There, 

On Saturday I tried a pretty cute lip combo that I felt I should share with you all.  The lip pencil I used was MAC's lip pencil in Half-Red and the lipstick is the e.l.f. Studio Moisturizing Lipstick in Ravishing Rose. 

I know I need to sharpen my pencil :) 

The lip pencil is a little darker than the lipstick. I lined my lips with the pencil and also filled them in. I then followed up with the lipstick (over the lip liner). The lipstick added some shine to the matte look the pencil gave. 

This e.l.f. Studio Moisturizing Lipstick is really nourishing to the lips.  This is a really nice formula.  I also like that the lipstick is a little transparent so that I can easily wear this to work and not look too dramatic (when worn alone).   

What are some of your favorite lip combinations? 

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MAC Holiday Pigments Review - Gold

To make a long story short I love these pigments. I purchased this pigment package for gold glitter in order to wear it on my lids for my wedding. Then I figured I would try out the others as well. 

As pictured above (from left to right) the shades are called English Gilt, Lithe, Pretty It Up, Gold (glitter), and Deep Brown. 

This pigment pack is called Object of Affection/Gold. ($32.00) and it is limited edition, so maybe it will come back out next holiday season (you never know).  

Please see the swatches below. In order to swatch these I sprayed the brush with NYX Dewy Setting Spray and dipped them into each pigment and just wiped them on the skin.  I do the same thing when applying these to my eyelids.  

Here are some pictures of me where I used English Gilt and Pretty It Up.  

English Gilt 

Pretty It Up

I will be sure to try the other pigments and let you know how they look. I will also eventually post of picture of my wedding makeup because that is when I wore the Gold glitter.  

Let me know what you think and if there are any other pigments (brands) that you like. You can find the comments box below :) 

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My Current Favorite Lipsticks

Hello Beautiful People, 

Today I will be sharing my five favorite shades that I keep in my purse on the regular.  I keep these specific shades on hand while I am out, just in case I want to switch my look up from natural to  a little more dramatic. 

(1) L'Oreal Colour Riche Lipcolour in Cinnamon Toast, $13.50

I really love this color because it has an orange undertone that I like to pair with an orange blush that I have. I think this is a great colder weather shade.  

(2) Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick in Burgundy Beauty, $7.49

I love this lipstick color. The last time I wore it was to the Redskins game. It was the perfect shade for my Redskins gear. Love this color because it is a deeper red, however it is still subtle.  

(3) Kat Von D Painted Love Lipstick in Ritual, $5.99 from TJ Maxx, $30.00 from Amazon

I was so excited when I found this shade at TJ Maxx for $5.99, when I know that Kat Von D is one of the more higher end brands that you can find at Sephora. I didn't try it on in the store, so I was a little nervous at the same time. When I got home and tried it I was so happy.  What a great find!! I would highly recommend looking through the cosmetics at TJ Maxx and Marshalls because you never know what you may find.  

(4) MAC Pro Longwear Lipstick in Made to Last , $12.00 from the Cosmetic Company at the Tanger Outlets, $49.52 from Amazon

I found this color at the Cosmetic Company that is located at the National Harbor Tanger Outlets.  This store sells higher end brands such as Bobbi Brown, MAC, and Estee Lauder at a discounted price.  Whenever I put this color on I feel like I'm putting chocolate on my lips. I believe that it is currently discontinued, so I think the only place you can find it is where I stated above and Amazon :(

(5) MAC Lustre Lipstick in See Sheer, $16.00

I randomly found this at the MAC store in Union Station and fell in love. It is basically a sheer red.  It reminds me of a "my lips but better" shade.  Love it!!

Again,  

these are currently the lipsticks that stay on me at all times within the make up bag I keep in my purse.  

Let me know what lipsticks you currently keep in your purse or what your favorites are during the this current winter season. 

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Courtney ;)