MAC Haul: Bred for Beauty Blush (Moody Blooms Collection)

June has been THE month for new MAC collections!

 

MAC's newest collection (Moody Blooms) is described as exotic, night-blooming flowers with a hint of danger inspire a hothouse of seductive shades.

 

This collection released in stores on June 26, 2014 and it features six eye shadows (one repromoted from the permanent line), three fluidlines, six sheen supreme lipsticks, five sheen supreme lipglass tints, and two powder blushes.

 

I decided to pick up the most beautiful and highly pigmented blush I've ever seen - Bred for Beauty.

 

This blush retails for $21 and is available anywhere MAC is sold. Don't forget to use eBates if you decide to order online!

 

 

 

 

I will update this blog post with any swatches and FOTD in the near future! I wanted to get this blog post up so that anyone who is interested in this blush can still get their hands on it!

 

 

XOXO

 

MAC Haul: Cheeky Bugger Blush (Kelly Osbourne Collection)

MACs latest celebrity collection featured the mother-daughter duo from the Osbourne family - Kelly and Sharon.

 

This collection featured the bright fun colors typically worn by Kelly Osbourne and the neutral colors typically worn by Sharon Osbourne. This collection features something for EVERYONE!

 

Kelly's' side features products encased in lavender packaging while Sharon's' side features products encased in red packaging.

 

Many people have said that the packaging colors were based upon the duos hair colors.

 

Each side features their signature in the opposite color scheme. Meaning that Kelly's' signature is in red while Sharon's signature is in lavender.

 

I only picked up one item from this collection - Cheeky Bugger blush from the Kelly Osbourne side.

 

 

 

Kelly's lavender packaging with her red signature

 

Kelly Powder Blush in Cheeky Bugger ($23)

M•A•C’s celebrated colour for cheek and face in Kelly’s rosy pink shade of Cheeky Bugger. Limited-edition packaging in Kelly’s light violet with red signature.

 

 

 

Another shot of the Cheeky Bugger blush

 

Swatch of Cheeky Bugger

 

 

I thought that I would compare this blush to some other blushes in my collection. Thankfully this blush is unique to my collection!

 

Left to right: Love Cloud, Cheeky Bugger, Azalea in the Afternoon, & Petal Power (all by MAC)

 

 

Left to right: Love Cloud, Cheeky Bugger, Azalea in the Afternoon, & Petal Power (all by MAC)

 

 

Close up of the swatches!

Left to right: Love Cloud, Cheeky Bugger, Azalea in the Afternoon, & Petal Power (all by MAC)

 

 

 

Side note: MAC has made Petal Power permanent!!

 

 

FOTD featuring Cheeky Bugger (& Pedro Lourenco Nude Quad featured here)

 



 

 



This blush is BEAUTIFUL and perfect for spring/summer. I highly recommend this if you can still get your hands on it.

 

Don't be afraid to call up to your counters and ask! I picked this baby up a week after it was released in stores and my counter had ONE left!

 

Keep checking online because collections are often restocked!

 

 

XOXO

MAC Alluring Aquatic Haul + Swatches & FOTD

Edited June 10, 2014: If you are still interested in purchasing anything from this collection, you can still find some items online at MAC Cosmetics, Nordstroms (6% cash back), Bloomingdale's (3% cash back), Belk, Macy's (6% cash back), and Dillards (3% cash back).

 

If you aren't familiar with ebates, it's a site that is free to join/use and you receive cash back for online purchases.

 

You can sign up for free by clicking here!

 

 

 

 

MAC's newest collection - Alluring Aquatic - is encased in beautiful teal packaging with real life water droplets.

 

 This collection washed ashore online on May 15, 2014 and instores on May 22, 2014. MAC freestanding stores and Nordstroms released this collection early on May 21, 2014.

 

 

This collection is split into to sections on the MAC website - Colour and Face.

 

 

Here is what MAC has to say about the Alluring Aquatic Colour Collection....

Sirens of the deep inspire an aquascape of shades, as waves of tarnished olive, seafoam and darkened plum surrender to water’s enticing spirit. Sultry eyes take on a subtle radiance, while luminous Extra Dimension Blush washes over cheeks, creating a goddess glow. Under the sea, nails glisten in aquatic chrome and metallic Nail Lacquer, as Lipstick, Lipglass and Lip Pencil dive deep into colour. Limited-edition teal packaging, dramatically accented with sheer water droplets.

 

This half of the collection features:

Pearlglide Intense Eyeliner ($17.50)

Features: Blackline and Blackswan

An eye pencil that provides rich, luxurious colour with a touch of shimmer and sparkle. Smooth, creamy formula glides on for a perfectly intense line, yet its soft texture allows you to blend. Long-wearing. Smudge-proof. Limited-edition teal Alluring Aquatic packaging.

 

Extra Dimension Eye Shadow ($19.50)*

Features: Lorelei, Sea Worship, Silver Sun, Soul Serenade, Fathoms Deep, Legendary Lure

A liquid-powder Eye Shadow with prismatic reflections in six shimmering tints. Impact ranges from sheer crystallized light to a highly polished metallic effect. Lasts up to six hours. Limited-edition teal packaging, dramatically accented with sheer water droplets.

 

Tinted Lipglass ($16.50)*

Features: Clear Water, Peachstock, Water Deities, Seducing Sound, Modern Lure

High-gloss, glass-like finish tinted with colour. Wear it alone or pair it with Lipstick for a perfectly glossed look. Limited-edition teal packaging, dramatically accented with sheer water droplets.

 

Lip Pencil ($16.50)*

Features: What Comes Naturally and Half-Red

A pencil designed for shaping, lining or filling in the lip. Smooth, creamy texture in soft burgundy and light nude. Limited-edition teal Alluring Aquatic packaging.

 

Lipstick ($17.50)*

Features: Siren Song, Pet Me Please, Enchanted One, Mystical, Goddess of the Sea

Colour plus texture for the lips that made M•A•C famous. Limited-edition teal packaging, dramatically accented with sheer water droplets.

 

Nail Lacquer ($17.50)*

Features: Shimmerfish, Neptune, Submerged

Under the sea, nails glisten in aquatic chrome, tarnished gold and sparkling platinum. High-gloss formula contains conditioners and UV protection. Limited-edition teal packaging, dramatically accented with sheer water droplets.

 

233 Split Fibre Eye Shadow Brush ($25)*

Small, paddle-shaped flat brush ideal for applying and laying down product on the eyelid. Features a split of natural and synthetic fibres that deliver two unique results, soft and diffused, or sheer and polished finish. Limited-edition teal Alluring Aquatic ferrule and handle.

 

Extra Dimension Blush ($27.50)*

Features: Seduced at Sea and Sea Me Hear Me

A liquid-powder blush with prismatic reflections in two shimmering shades. Impact ranges from sheer crystallized light to a highly polished metallic effect. Lasts up to six hours. Limited-edition teal packaging, dramatically accented with sheer water droplets

 

 

 

Here is what MAC has to say about the Alluring Aquatic Face Collection....

Bronzing Powders and Extra Dimension Bronzer in gentle, pearlized shades set skin aglow for summer. Limited-edition compacts in aquatic teal are dramatically accented with crystal clear droplets. Anticipate waves of adoration when carrying the coordinated chic, teal clutch, with a texturized water droplet finish and translucent sides in aqua.

 

This half of the collection features:

127 Split Fibre Face Brush ($35)*

Medium to full-sized paddle-shaped brush allows for light pickup and sheer wash of powders, bronzers highlighters and blush. Split fibre brush delivers a soft, diffused look with its unique combination of natural and synthetic fibers. Limited-edition teal Alluring Aquatic ferrule and handle.

 

Makeup Bag ($35)*

Coordinated teal clutch, with a texturized water droplet finish and translucent sides in luminous aqua. 8”L x 4.5”H x 2”W. A M•A•C store exclusive.

 

Bronzing Powder ($27.50)

Features: Golden and Refined Golden

A lightly frosted, tinted powder that gives skin sheer, natural colour and highlights. Ideal for enhancing a skin tone or accenting a tan. Formulated with skin conditioners to provide a smooth, even application on all skin types. Limited-edition teal packaging, elegantly accented with sheer water droplets.

 

Extra Dimension Bronzer ($33)*

Features: Aphrodite's Shell and Delphic

A liquid-powder bronzer with prismatic reflections. Highlights the face in the golden bronze shimmer of Aphrodite’s Shell and soft tan of Delphic. The cool, creamy near-fluid formula creates a luminous, well-defined finish. Wears ten hours. Limited-edition teal packaging, elegantly accented with crystal clear water droplets.

 

 

* - This product is limited edition to this collection.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Without further ado, onto the haul...... 

 I decided to pick up: Siren Song Lipstick (+ back up) and Aphrodite's Shell Extra Dimension Bronzer

 

This packaging is gorgeous!

 

You can actually feel the water droplets.

 

 

Onto the swatches....

 

Aphrodite's Shell Extra Dimension Bronzer and Siren Song Lipstick (indoors with natural sunlight)

 

 

Aphrodite's Shell Extra Dimension Bronzer and Siren Song Lipstick (in direct sunlight)

 

 

Lip swatch of Siren Song Lipstick

 

 

Aphrodite's Shell is my first "high end" bronzer. I have compared the bronzers in my collection to the newest addition to my bronzer drawer in the pictures below!
 

 

NYC Sunny, MAC Aphrodite's Shell, Physicians Formula Bronze Booster in Fair to Light and Light to Medium

 

 

NYC Sunny, MAC Aphrodite's Shell, Physicians Formula Bronze Booster in Fair to Light and Light to Medium (indoors with natural sunlight)

 

 

NYC Sunny, MAC Aphrodite's Shell, Physicians Formula Bronze Booster in Fair to Light and Light to Medium(in direct sunlight)

Onto the Face of the Day (FOTD)....

Here are some FOTD pictures to showcase these new products!

 

 

(Featuring every product listed below except Flair for Finery Cremesheen Glass)

  

Pictures taken indoors with natural sunlight

 

Eyes:

MAC Painterly Paint Pot

MAC Crystal Eyeshadow

Urban Decay Hustle Eyeshadow

MAC Aphrodite's Shell Extra Dimension Bronzer*

Urban Decay Foxy Eyeshadow

MAC Blacktrack Fluidline

Calvin Kline CK One Color Mascara

 

Face:

MAC Matchmaster Foundation in 1.0

MAC Pro Longwear Concealer in NW 15

MAC Beauty Powder in Natural*

MAC MSFN in Light Plus

MAC Sculpt Sculpting Powder**

MAC Aphrodite's Shell Extra Dimension Bronzer*

MAC Azalea in the Afternoon Mineralize Blush*

MAC Superb MSF*

 

Lips:

MAC Siren Song Lipstick*

MAC Flair for Finery Cremesheen Glass*

 

* - This product is limited edition.

** - This product is only available online, by phone, or at pro locations.

 

Please note: If you are unable to find any of these products from the Alluring Aquatic Collection online or in store, do not fret!!

You can still catch these beauties during the MAC Alluring Aquatic event where they will be receiving another shipment of products just for you! This event will be sometime at the end of May. Unfortunately I do not know the exact dates, but call up to your local freestanding MAC store to find out!

If you are unable to attend an event at a store near you, these products may be restocked on the MAC website or on Nordstroms online. Check any website that carries MAC Cosmetics!


Please let me know if you picked up (or are planning to pick up) anything from this collection and what you are loving!


XOXO

 

Collective Beauty Haul & Review - February, March, April, and May 2013

Hello!


This is going to be a collective haul and mini review of the items that I've bought the past few months. I will be breaking this into categories and giving my opinion on each item since I've been able to use these products.

Here is my beauty version:

 

Clockwise from the Top: Urban Decay All Lighter Setting Spray, MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish in Superb, MAC 219 Brush, MAC 210 Brush, MAC Powder Blush in Pink Tea, MAC Extra Dimension Eye Shadow in Stolen Moment, MAC MSF Natural in Light Plus, and Revlon Lip Butter in Peach Parfait.

                  

Left to Right: Revlon Lip Butter in Peach Parfait, MAC MSF Natural in Light Plus, MAC Powder Blush in Pink Tea, MAC Extra Dimension Eye Shadow in Stolen Moment, and MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish in Superb.

Left to Right: Revlon Lip Butter in Peach Parfait, MAC MSF Natural in Light Plus, MAC Powder Blush in Pink Tea, MAC Extra Dimension Eye Shadow in Stolen Moment, and MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish in Superb.



Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray ($29) - I've had my eye on this product for over a year and decided to purchase it finally when I had a 20% coupon for Ulta. I've put this product to the test since I've bought it and I was pleasantly surprised. I think that this is a good investment to extend the wear of your makeup. This definitely doesn't hold up if you work out with your makeup though. I've worn this to a wedding I was recently in and my makeup looked practically the same when I took it off at midnight compared to when I put it on twelve hours earlier. I haven't tested the claim of sixteen hour wear however since my makeup has never been on for that long.

Revlon Lip Butter in Peach Parfait ($4 originally $8) - This is my second lip butter, however in a more natural color. I really like this product and the color is nice for everyday. I'm sure you've heard this before but it's a nice mix of a lipstick and a lip gloss - the color with the shine. This only wears a few hours on me before I need to reapply. I recommend buying these when they are on sale.

MAC Mineralized Skin Finish Natural in Light Plus ($30) - This is another product that I've had my eyes on for over a year. I decided that once I ran out of my Mac Blot Powder, then I would purchase this in my shade. I enjoy this as a powder to set my liquid foundation as well as a powder foundation alone to even out my skin complexion.

MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish in Superb ($20.50 originally $30) - This was a product that I was interested in when it was first released, however it was a little out of my price range at the time. I found this at a local CCO. This is my first powder highlight and it is a beautiful color.

MAC Powder Blush in Pink Tea ($14.75 originally $20) - I passed this up when it was released in the Tres Cheek collection because I was already buying two blushes from that collection at the time. I found this at the CCO and thought that this would be a great neutral color to compliment any eye makeup look. This is a beautiful color to add a subtle flush to the cheeks.

MAC Extra Dimension Eye Shadow in Stolen Moment ($13.75 originally $19.50) - This is the first eye shadow that I've bought from MAC. I found this during the same trip to the CCO as the other products mentioned earlier. I think that this is a very versatile shade because I've used this on the entire lid and just in the crease with other colors. I've heard that this is similar to the shade Satin Taupe from Mac which is permanent if you can't find this specific shade at your local CCO.

Mac 219 Brush ($25) - I've wanted this brush for a while and I absolutely love it. I had to exchange it for another one after a few weeks of using it because the ferrule came loose even thought I never exposed it to water. I've deep cleaned the replacement, however, and I've had no problems. This is great for creating a cut crease as well as lining underneath the lash line without overdoing it.

Mac 210 Brush ($19) - Ever since I purchased the 211 brush I've never been truly happy with the way my blacktrack fluidline applied. I've since used the 211 for concealer application. This is the perfect brush for creating a thin line on the lashline and building it up. The handle of the brush is so tiny, I feel like I might break it!




The Container Store Clear Acrylic Cubes ($14.99 each) - I decided a few months ago that I wanted a new makeup storage. I've loved the look of the clear acrylic cubes to store makeup and decided to buy some when I visited a semi-local Container Store. I bought three and think that it is perfect for the amount of makeup that I have right now.

Sorry for the not so great picture quality. I forgot to photograph these the same day I photographed the rest of the products. It's been really rainy today.

 OPI Nail Polish in Tickle My France-y ($7) - I bought this nail polish on a whim a few months back, however I haven't used it yet. This is a neutral pink shade that will look great for a subtle color to your nails. I can't wait to try this. I will keep you updated!

 

This was another product that I had to take on a picture of on a rainy day.

That's all for my beauty haul & mini review. Check back for my jewelry & shoe version which will be up in the next couple of days!

 

 

XOXO

 

january favorites

Hi everyone! I'm here again for my january favorites. I've decided that I'll be featuring my re-discovered items since a lot of my past favorite posts have featured repeated items -- like my beloved urban decay naked palettes.

january favorites by ladyem2 featuring revlon cosmetics



I usually wear my mac blush in plum foolery for the colder months, but I decided to switch it up and use my lovecloud blush from the tres cheek collection last year. I absolutely love this blush for a nice flush! It's a mix between a pink and a coral blush in my opinion.

Since I'm taking two clinicals (starting at 6:30 am!) this semester, I decided I need a quick makeup look for those days. Urban Decay's single eyeshadow in sell out is great for those days. It's a nice shimmery nude that is great for all over the lid up to the brow. It gives my eyes a brightening effect which makes it look like I got a little more sleep then I actually did. :)

Ever since I got my makeup done at mac, I've been using my 211 brush (which I originally used for gel liner) for my concealer. It's great for concealer because its not too big or too small. I actually prefer this as a concealer brush rather than a eyeliner brush. This was a bit too large for my gel eyeliner look I prefer (thin and winged out line).

I've had rimmel london's lipstick in dreamy for a while. It's a nice formula (moisture renew) and color for any look. It's a slightly shimmery (without over doing it) pink-nude shade. I've been loving this for school since I don't want to wear anything crazy on my lips in class!

Revlon colorburst lip glosses are probably my current favorite lip gloss to wear. I own more, but my favorites this past month to wear have been peony, sunset peach, and crystal lilac. These are a bit more spring, however it's a way to kind of hurry up the nice weather! :)


What are some things you've been loving or re-discovered this january? I'd love to know. Maybe I will pick them up in february!


XOXO

September 2012 Shopping the Stash

I haven't done a shopping the stash blog post since my July 2012 one. Here are the makeup items that I plan to use during this month.
 

 

 

Eyes:

Wet n Wild Color Icon Trio in Walking on Eggshells

I've starting using this eyeshadow palette towards the end of August. This is a lovely neutral and natural looking eyeshadow look for back to school. I couldn't find this on the CVS or Target website, however it was on the Walgreens website. I bought this a few months back during a CVS sale.

 

 

Face:

MAC Powder Blush in Plum Foolery

This was the very first blush I bought from MAC. It's a lovely shade for fall and winter. It's a sheertone shimmer so it'll provide a new glow to the face.

 

N.Y.C. Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder in Sunny

I'm not a huge fan of bronzer however since my face is paler than my body I need to even it out. I cover my face up and use a lot of sunblock when I'm exposed to excessive sunlight.

 

 

Lips:

Revlon  Colorburst Lipstick in Mauve

This is a beautiful lipstick that I picked up at ULTA a few months back. I've used it on and off, however I think this would be a nice shade for the fall.

 

Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick in Airy Fairy

I originally picked this up a year or two ago after hearing about it from The Style Diet on YouTube. This is a nice shade to use during the fall months.

 

Revlon Colorburst Lipgloss in Rosepearl

I bought this (along with about seven more shades) during a CVS sale. This shade is lovely and will look great for fall.

 

 

If you haven't noticed, many of the products that I've listed are fall related and categorized under the plum family. I think that is a lovely color for fall (and into winter).

 

 

XOXO

 

June 2012 Favorites

I've decided to break my monthly favorites, haul, and empties into individual blog posts. Here are my June Favorites!

MAC Tres Cheek Blushes (Lovecloud, Peony Petal, and Full of Joy) - I am in love with these blushes. These are perfect for spring and summer. I've mentioned Lovecloud and Full of Joy in my May Favorites and Peony Petal in my June Haul. These blushes are beautiful. If you can get your hands on these, I highly recommend them.



MAC False Lashes Mascara - This has been my favorite mascara since I bought it a few months ago. I will be repurchasing this when it runs out. I used to only use drugstore mascara, but that's changed since I found this. This is the only MAC mascara I'ved used, so I'm not sure how it compares to their other formulas.



Urban Decay Naked & Naked2 Palettes - I'm so glad I bought these. At first, I didn't think that I would need to own both. However I think if you can afford both and want both, go for it! Here are some combinations that I've been loving:



Chanel Earrings - I've been wearing these a lot this month. I own two pairs, however this is the smaller of the two. Aren't they pretty? Unfortunately one of the stones fell out, so I want to eventually buy another pair.





Daisy Fuentes Glasses - Usually I only wear my glasses during class when I need to take notes, however I've been wearing them a lot more this month. I can see without them, however I've been wearing them during class, when I'm on the computer, and when I'm reading.


Songs - There have been three songs that I have been OBSESSED with this month. They are: Even If It Breaks Your Heart by Eli Young Band, You Don't Know Your Beautiful by One Direction, and Angel Eyes by Love and Theft.

What have you been loving this month?

XOXO

July 2012 Shopping the Stash

Here are the products in my makeup collection that I plan to use this month! This is a great way to use some of your neglected items.

Face Products:

Maybelline Fit Me Blush in Medium Mauve

 

Eye Products:

L'oreal Eyeshadow Quad in Kerry's Bronzes

Almay Eyeshadow Intense I-Color Trio for Greens

 

Lip Products:

L'oreal Colour Juice Sheer Juicy Lip Gloss in Panther Pink

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Nude Attitude

Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick in Dreamy

 

XOXO

June 2011 Favorites

June Favorites by MissEndlessDreamer featuring star earrings