Let's Talk Eyebrows Part 2: Hourglass vs. Smashbox Brow Crayon Pencils

Wednesday, April 30, 2014


Since my first eyebrow product post back in January went over really well, I've decided to keep it moving with a Part 2: a review of the Hourglass Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil ($32) and how it compares to the my go-to, the Smashbox Brow Tech To Go ($27).

Take a look!

Purple Glam for Prom with Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette


I recently watched NikkiTutorial's "Colored Glamour" look and was inspired to create a similar look with the newest palette in my collection, Too Faced's Chocolate Bar Eyeshadow Collection Palette The palette is $49 and comes 16 eyeshadows in a mix of matte and shimmer shades. I scored mine on HSN for a STEAL: $29 got me the palette, a full-sized Too Faced Shadow Insurance eye primer, and free shipping! Unfortunately that deal is now over.

Take a peek at the first look I created using this palette.

How I Wash My Makeup Brushes

Thursday, April 17, 2014

I have a lot of makeup brushes! I tend to rotate between my brushes so I feel like each one gets a good use, but that means I have a lot to deep clean. I've read tons of tutorials on the best techniques and products to wash makeup brushes, and I'm now ready to share my tried and true method.
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