Mondays are tough for me. I have an extremely hard time getting up and usually hit the snooze button more than I should. This morning the garbage truck woke me up a half an hour earlier than my alarm so I decided to stay up and take my time getting ready. More time to get ready = more time for makeup… so I did a full face including eyeshadow. Today’s FOTD is purple themed since I promised to post a look using the NK lipstick in Lavender Tint.
Products Used
Face
Black Radiance Complexion Perfection Shine Control Primer
Black Opal Even True Conceal & Brighten Under-Eye Concealer in Tan, MAC Studio Finish Concealer in NW45 & Ben Nye Banana Powder to highlight under eye
CoverGirl Queen All Day Flawless 3-in-1 Foundation in Sheer Espresso
Ben Nye Neutral Set Setting Powder
Cheeks
MAC Blush Ombre in Vintage Grape (limited edition)
MAC Bronzer in Refined Deeper Bronze to Contour (discontinued)
Milani Illuminationg Face Powder in Hermosa Rose to highlight
Eyes
Urban Decay Primer Potion from lid to brow bone
Milani Shadow Eyez Eyeshadow Pencil in Winter White all over lid as base
MAC e/s in Stars n Rockets all over lid
MAC e/s in Nocturnelle on crease & inner lower lashline
MAC e/s in Sketch on outer v & outer lower lashline
Wet ‘n Wild Creme Eyeliner in Black on upper lash line & waterline
Milani Grandissimo Lashes Incredible Volume Mascara in Black
MAC Brow Finisher, Wet ‘n Wild Coloricon Brow Pencil in Mink Brown, Wet ‘n Wild Ultimate Brow Kit in Ash & MAC Studio Finish Concealer in NW45 to define brows
Lips
NK Lipstick in Lavender Tint
I am so in love with this lipstick and hoping my BSS restocks so that I can get a back up tube. I also realize that I need to show my MAC eyeshadows more love. I totally forgot that I had Stars n Rockets and it’s too pretty of a color to be neglecting like I do!
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You might have answered this already, but where did you get your Banana powder? Every where I’ve seen it charges an arm and a leg for shipping.
I purchased mine at a Ricky’s here in NYC. I have a post scheduled
about Banana Powder for tomorrow but you can check Ricky’s Website,
Camera Ready Cosmetics and Makeup Mania
I love the makeup but my question is about your hair. I recently went short. I am wondering what you do to ensure the sides lay so flat and remain straight. Also what heat protectant to use to straighten the top? Thank you!
~~Stylish Sana of Mixupfixup.com
Thank you. I apply a little ORS Olive Oil Edge Control to my edges before I tie it down. I use different heat protectors to straighten depending on the style and condition of my hair at the time including Fantasia IC Hair Polisher and Hana Shine Shield. Hope that helps.
Thank you for your detailed and prompt response! You rock!!
You’re welcome!
I love that you are not afraid to rock bright colors and you look great in them. I’ve always been afraid to rock bright colors, but one day I hope to step outside the box and do so…baby steps. LOL Your makeup skills are so flawless and on point.
Thank you so much. You can do it, start with a bright lipgloss and apply it sheer then gradually build the color up until you are comfortable. Then you can move to bright lipsticks 🙂
Gorgeous! I love the lipstick color, especially.
Thank you!
Ooo n its my berry lippie week too
Then this is perfect 😉
I knew you had “Stars n Rockets”. You told me to buy it. lol You look fab as always!
Thank you Danielle. I totally forgot that I had it, I just have way too much makeup! lol 🙂
Such a pretty look! i will be checking fir this lippie at my bss 🙂
Thank you. Hope you find it, you will love it 🙂
wow you seriously rock those shades! You look fabulous 🙂
Thank you so much Crystal 🙂
Hey Erica I stumbled upon your blog looking for reviews on Mac’s “Ruby Woo”…and I luv luv luv ur style, recipes and makeup looks. I’m showing u some love all the way from Barbados and with u as my inspiration GLAMTABULOUS is my new motto.
PS thanx for reviewing the Nicka K Lippies since I wanted to try them but was skeptical…
No problem at all and thank you so much. Glad you’re enjoying the site xo 🙂
Lovely, I love this colour on your lips. 🙂
Thank you 🙂
Lavender Tint is so gorgeous! This is what I hoped that Viva Glam Nicki 2 would look like 🙂 I’m going to buy another back up ASAP. Btw, this looks great on you
Thank you!
Love the lips. Wow! very cute
Thanks Elle!