Cute Makeup Quotes

So I thought it would be fun to share some cute/funny/true hair and makeup quotes...I see these on pinterest from the many boards I follow and they crack me up.  Some are sweet and nice, others are funny...either way I hope it makes you other beauty fanatics have a brighter day.

More posts coming soon......

Favorite ;)

 fhahahahah

Makes my day...you have no idea

 Exactly

2015 Beauty Resolutions

Can you believe it is almost 2015!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Crazy, I know everybody sets resolutions and we don't always stick to them but there is something about taking some time and thinking about life and things you want to work on, improve....I always plan to eat better, stay more organized, read more....etc....even if you don't stick to them I think it important to TRY and at least take time and put things into perspective.  So I thought why not some BEAUTY RESOLUTIONS????

1.  TAKE MORE TIME FOR YOUR HAIR

I mean wake up, do a full blow out and style...I promise you will feel fabulous and if you are one of the lucky girls you can wear it for 2+ days.

2.  TAKE CARE OF YOUR SKIN

Buy the right products, invest in a clarisonic (it is so worth it) and treat your skin right.  Do a mask once a week, use your moisturizer....JUST DO IT!!!!

3.  MAINTAIN THOSE LOCKS

Get your hair trimmed regularly....for short-mid length hair that's 4-6 weeks... for long hair 6-8 weeks but if you are really trying to grow it go 8-10 if you can.

4.  FULL MAKEUP APPLICATION

Have fun with your makeup and at least once a week do a full makeup application...I mean take the time to do flawless foundation, contour, highlight, etc....whether its for a date night, girls night out....or even a trip to the store....you will fabulous because you are naturally beautiful but makeup is fun and why not dress things up now and then????

5.   HYDRATE.....

Hydrate your hair with masks, great conditioners, etc

Hydrate your skin with body butters and proper facial moisturizers

Hydrate everything by drinking more water

6. BE FREE

I mean natural....take time to let your hair just air dry no flat iron, curling iron, extensions...etc....no makeup...or for me just a little mascara lol....and just embrace the beautiful you.  I think its important to dress it up and feel fabulous but its just as important to give yourself a break.

I hope these help you set some goals and embrace yourself and take care of yourself.  Happy New Year's everyone.  I know 2015 will be a great one.

Sedona Lace brushes~Vortex Professional Set

HELLO FELLOW BEAUTY LOVERS,

Just wanted to do a quick review on the Sedona Lace brushes I ordered.  

First of all I ordered these on black Friday so they were 50% OFF.  Seriously an incredible deal.  It also came with a free liquid liner.  

http://www.sedonalace.com/Cosmetic-Brushes/53/Vortex-Professional-Makeup-Brushes-without-Belt.asp

I LOVE THEM.  I think that even at $90.00 they are worth it but I was much happier paying $45.00 I know they have different deals and specials all the time so keep an eye out for that and one of the best ways is to like their FB page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sedona-Lace/119334004766579

I love the jumbo fan brush, so many uses.....It's great to use for highlighter.  Another favorite is the crease brush, perfect for getting that neutral shade in the crease for blending out.  I am also obsessed with the bent liner brush.  I wasn't sure I would really like it but I LOVE it.  All the other brushes are great too and I use all of them.  They are super soft, they wash well...I have no complaints.  

The bigger brushes also come with the plastic coverings to store the brushes in and help them maintain their shape.  This is a great brush set for anyone, professionals...beginners....you will enjoy it.  

Really glad I purchased them and just wanted to share with you guys because I know with so many out there it's hard to make a choice sometimes.  I have other brushes that have just fallen apart and shed...I haven't noticed anything bad about these brushes.  I hope this review helped and please let me know if you have any questions or what you want to read about or see next.  I have some other posts coming up and hopefully I will be back to filming soon.  

Have a great Tuesday everyone

XOXO

~JS

Revlon Colorstay-Whipped foundation

I am in love with this foundation.  I had not purchased foundation in awhile.  I was using up what I had but finally needed some more.  I thought I would give this a try.

I have read good reviews and heard about it on some you tube videos I watched.  It really is great.

With it being a cream I was a little worried it would feel heavy on my face but it doesn't. It's perfect, good coverage and feels nice and smooth.

I paid $11.99 at our PX in Grafenwoehr and I think that is around the average price.  I think it will last quite awhile too.

I am pretty fair but have a little color from the summer months so I picked up the second lightest which is buff.  I looked at it once opened and thought it would be to dark but it's great.  I am happy with the color.

That is probably the only downfall it's hard to tell which shade to get but I guess that is never easy :)

If you need a new foundation I would definitely give this one a try.

I applied it with my real techniques face expert brush and I really like it.

I will have a new brush review coming up and I finally filmed a fall makeup tutorial but need the adapter for the memory stick so I can edit...boooo....I know but I used my webcam for the first video and then have been trying to film on my ipad since our canon camera was broke on 4th of July but then well I have a video camera I could use that lol.  I think it will turn out well but have to edit a little.  I appreciate the patience and the continued love and support.

I hope everyone had a wonderful long weekend and I will post again soon.

Lots of Love,

JS

http://www.revlon.com/Revlon-Home/Products/Face/Foundation/Revlon-Colorstay-Whipped-Creme-Makeup.aspx

Makeup Look

 So I created this look last week and put it up on Instagram and facebook.  I really liked it and I feel like it can be used for Summer or Fall.  So I am going to walk you through how I created this look and what products I used.  Next time I do a look I will be filming it for you tube :) YAY you guys will get a better idea on how to do it.

So first thing after my shower I moisturize my skin with Mario Badescu A.H.A & Ceramide Moisturizer I love it.  Makes my skin feel nice and doesn't leave it feeling like there is a bunch of product on my face.

http://www.mariobadescu.com/aha-and-ceramide-moisturizer

Next I apply my eye primer.  Its a brand that came in my kit when I took my class at

http://www.makeupartiststudio.com/ (which is fantastic, especially for military spouses) check out the site

For this look I used my Sedona Lace Palette.  The 168 pro full color second edition

http://www.sedonalace.com/Cosmetics/121/168-Pro-Full-Color-Second-Edition.aspx


I started with a light off white for all over the eye area.  I then took a bronze color in a lighter shade and put it all over the lid.  I blended out with a tan color and then took a purple (it was bright but you can't tell in the picture) to work in the outer corner.

I used maybelline gel liner
http://www.maybelline.com/Products/Eye-Makeup/Eye-Liner/Eye-Studio-Lasting-Drama-Gel-Eyeliner.aspx
to do the winged liner on top.  I then used a dark brown liner for the bottom liner right on the water line.

I applied red cherry lashes #43 with DUO lash adhesive.  I buy my lashes and glue here.....

http://www.madamemadeline.com/

Then I filled in my brows with some powder (also from my kit) I don't have a name for it but I used an angle brush and powder.

I then used my CG tru blend foundation and my real techniques face expert brush and applied my foundation.

http://www.covergirl.com/face-makeup/foundation-makeup/liquid-foundation
http://realtechniques.com/shop-collection/your-base-flawless/expert-face-brush

Next I used my NYX concealer and brightened the under eye area.

http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-28-concealer-wand.aspx

Set with some translucent powder and applied a neutral-peach blush on the cheeks.

I finished the look with a lipstick I recently purchases CG lipstick 415 in Siren

http://www.covergirl.com/lip-makeup/lipstick/lip-perfection-lip-color

So I know it seems like a lot of products but hey it was a full face of makeup :)

I hope you guys liked this and please subscribe to my you tube channel.

http://www.youtube.com/user/JessicaSmith4811/about

Love you guys
~Jessie

Review on Wet N Wild Lipstick

So I was at the PX and just browsing through the makeup.  I decided to try some wet n wild lipstick.  It's not really a brand I purchase very often but I have heard some of their products are pretty nice and you can't beat the price.

I bought Smokin hot pink C905D Mega last lip color......I love it :)
It is long lasting, nice pigment. no shimmer to it (which I liked) I feel like anyone could really wear this color.  Red hair, fair skinned, dark hair, dark skin.... light blonde hair, Its just the right amount of pink.  I think it will look really nice in the fall too.

I was so excited and happy that I ended up loving it so much.  I have such a hard time finding lipsticks I like and also that look okay on my fair, freckled skin.

So I say give it a shot.  They have a lot of different colors to choose from and I am pretty sure I paid $1.99 but when I looked online I saw $5.99!!!!!!  I don't remember wet n wild being that much but either I looked at the wrong price or their prices have gone up.

Try it out and let me know what you guys think!!!!

Oh and sorry for being MIA this week.  School starts soon and I was doing haircuts for back to school so I was a little busier than usual.

****I am hoping to have a video up soon I think I am going to start with a hair tutorial....let me know what you guys want to see I will put the link to my channel below.  I am so excited/nervous to bring you guys some videos.
http://www.youtube.com/user/JessicaSmith4811

Enjoy your weekend loves,

JS

xoxo

Lipstick shown: wet n wild maga last lip color C905D with Loreal colour riche le gloss in raspberry splash.

Real Techniques-Face Expert Brush

Hello everyone,

Today I am giving a little review about the Real Techniques face expert brush.  I have heard good things and wanted to give it a try.  I put a link to the site at the end of this post.

Brushes really do make all the difference with makeup.  I mean I didn't use brushes when I was younger and I made it work....or at least I think I did ;) but they really do help when it come to blending your shadows, getting that flawless finish with your foundation, etc.

I have the regular foundation brush and use disposable sponges also and wasn't loving it.  I won't even lie before the standard foundation brush and occasionally using sponges I just used my fingers.  It worked okay but seriously I am loving the FACE EXPERT brush from real techniques.

This is the standard oval foundation brush

I put my foundation on the back of my hand got a little product on the brush and started with my cheek area.  It blended so well.  Usually I get streaks, you know what I am talking about all those lines from the brush and it takes me forever to blend them out and get that nice smooth finish.  Not the case with this brush.

What I LOVE about it is that it is so reasonably priced and works so well.  It gives you that flawless finish and my foundation routine will not take so long now :)

They sell the Face expert brush individually and they have many other brushes.  I look forward to trying them all.  I will definitely be purchasing another brush for my freelance kit.

Have any of you tried this brush?  What are your thoughts?

It seriously costs $9.00 TRY IT :) I know there are other brushes out there and sigma is definitely another brand I will try but I like to try all different brands/products and give you guys my honest opinion.  I was impressed with this brush, the quality, and the price.

Have a great day loves,



This is the Real Techniques Face Expert Brush.

AMAZING!!!!

Jessie

http://realtechniques.com/shop-collection/your-base-flawless/expert-face-brush

Sedona Lace Palette Review

Okay So I recently purchased a palette from Sedona Lace.  It is the 168 Pro Full Color Second edition palette.
It is usually $29.99 but I got it when they were having a sale and with shipping paid.  $19.70.  It looks like they have good deals all the time, so just check out their site.

www.sedonalace.com

This was my first time ordering something from Sedona lace.  I first discovered them through hearing good things about their makeup brushes.  I will be purchasing some brushes soon and giving you all another review.

PACKAGING
My mail goes to an APO address and mail can sometimes take awhile to get all the way over here in Germany.  I received it about 7 days after it shipped and it was packaged SO WELL.  This is important when ordering online, especially when the package has a long journey before it gets to you.  I have ordered so many things that arrived damaged and it is such a pain to have to send it back and deal with all that.  So, proper packaging is great.  It was wrapped really well in bubble wrap and not a single shadow was messed up.  I also got two little eye shadows with the palette and a cute little purple bag.

FIRST IMPRESSION
I am extremely impressed with how pigmented these shadows are.  A little goes a long way.  I love all the colors in the palette.

You have everything from bold brights, to soft neutrals and everything in between.  It is a palette you can do a lot with.  I originally bought this for my kit but I might just have to keep it for myself and order another one for my kit :) It is perfect for your own use to add to your professional kit, as a gift for someone.  I think anyone who received this palette would be impressed.

I feel like I personally wouldn't use every single color on myself like the super bright greens..... but then again at Halloween I just might!!!  So yes if you are more of a neutral girl you might be like WOW I don't need all those colors but honestly I think they are good to have to help you grow and play around with more color.  Add a pop of color your lower lash line, do an extreme look for fun when you are just hanging out!

 Getting ready is my favorite part of the morning (well most mornings) so just be creative and have fun!!!!

Let me know if you try the palette or any other Sedona lace products and what you think.

Thanks for reading guys, hope you are having an amazing week

~JS