MAKEUP- The Basics

I wanted to do a blog post on my favorite makeup products I use daily. Makeup is essential in every girl's life and these are the best products, well my ultimate favorites to wear.

FOUNDATION:

Makeup Forever HD 

Diorskin

I love to wear a foundation for a night out, or long day of work, then apply powder, touch of bronzer, & blush.

When applying foundation, be sure to apply the neckline to your facial complexion, otherwise a unsightly line will appear.

POWDER:

MAC 

I'm not sure of the powder color. Each skin tone complexion is different, so I didn't post my colors.

I use a lighter compact for the daytime, and a darker for a nighttime look.  

HIGHLIGHTER:

YSL Pen for highlighting underneath brows, and other areas you want to accentuate. 

BRONZER:

NARS- Casino

I use a drop of this on my forehead and chin line. 

CONCEALER:

Laura Mercier

This is my favorite makeup product right now. I have been searching forever for the perfect concealer to cover up my dark circles. Laura Mercier's concealer really does the trick. I have tried so many brands, MAC, Bobbi Brown, Benefit, NARS, etc.. Nothing works like this product.

BLUSH:

NARS- Orgasm

This is my favorite blush for a nighttime look, it's so sparkly and glitterly! It's just perfect for date night, or a night in the city with the girls!

In the daytime I use MAC- Well dressed (Pale Pink), or Brick(Deep Red, just a touch of it).

EYELINER:

MAC- Liquid eyeliner

This is also perfect for a night out. I put this eyeliner on with a MAC tilt brush, or SMASHBOX has a great tilt brush I also use. I will do a post on my brushes too.

MASCARA:

DIORSHOW- NOIR BLACK

This is my favorite product of all time. I am constantly getting compliments on my lashes, and how long they are. This is the trick ladies! It is the BEST mascara ever!

LIPSTICK:

MAC- Myth

I have been using this lipstick for years. I love a nude lip, especially with a smokey eye. It's even perfect for daytime with the Bobbi Brown lip liner Ballet Pink, listed below. I also LOVE Lip Fusion lip gloss over this for nighttime.

LIP LINER:

Bobbi Brown- Ballet Pink

I love a light pink lip liner. This is the perfect color to wear with a nude lip or pale pink lip stick.

LIP GLOSS:

LIP FUSION- Sweet, or Flirt.

MAC- DAZZLEGLASS- Baby Sparks, Like Venus, Smile, Rags to Riches, Love Alert, and more.

I'm obsessed with all of the DAZZLEGLASS lip glosses, I think I have them all; I love to look at them, they look like candy! Lol

MAC- LIPGLOSS- Underage, This is such a classic to have...

PHILOSOPHY- Fresh Peaches with Cream Lip Gloss

BROWS:

ANASTASIA- Brow Gel, Brow Highlighter, Brow Shadow, Brow Pencil in Medium Ash, listed below.

I use every product by Anastasia; they are all amazing.

Finished Result------>

Hope everyone enjoyed this blog! If anyone has any special requests on a blog you would like me to post, feel free to email me!- Hairgoddessofny@yahoo.com

XOXOXOXOX

Ombre Hair, Celeb Style

Gorgeous ombre examples for Fall/ Winter 2011. Ombre shading works on any color from dark brown-caramel high lights (Minka Kelly), to blonde with a darker root (Sarah Jessica Parker). If you are experimental, you can wear your Ombre hair tousled and unstructured, which is a great popular fall trend this year. It's also a great way to keep away from your favorite straightening iron. Ombre hair looks best curled loosely, or even a messy braid which will also showcase the color dimensions in your hair.

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Here are some of my favorite celebrities sporting the Ombre look.

DO'S

 DONT'S

Be careful when creating Ombre hair. This definitely isn't a look/style that can be created on your own or at home. Do plenty of research on your stylist and always ask for before and after pictures. Follow this blog for news & updates!! - Christina XO