MAC Media Lipstick! Photos,Lip Swatch&Dupe!!

MAC Media is my favorite dark vampy lipstick by MAC. They make a few different ones. Media has more of a purple tone to it, if you're looking for something with more red in it, I would go for something like Dark Side.
This shade is beautiful. I love the Satin finish of it. It smells amazing,  like vanilla.
It lasts. I like to first make a stain on my lips with it by pushing a thin layer on the lips, then blot and put a thick layer on top. It should last for hours like that.
You can wear it like a stain for less color or full on vamp. I also like to take a little on my finger and pat it on my cheeks as a cream blush. I think the matching of the same color on the lips and cheeks is gorgeous.
This is a great fall lipstick. If you do wear this dark lip, be sure to keep either the eyes or lips simple, so they don't compete with the lip. 

The price is around $15. You can purchase this at:  http://www.maccosmetics.com

A great dupe for MAC Media is Revlon Black Cherry! They have different finishes, but the color is so similar. The Revlon one is more moisturizing, which also means it may not last as long as the MAC one, but the Revlon is half the price. 

Check out the photos and swatches below! **Also, in the lip swatch photo, I'm only wearing Media as a stain, so the color can actually go darker than this. The swatch on my hand is the full effect. I'm wearing Media on my cheeks and lips in the photo. 

Let me know what you think!
xxErika

Dr. Scholls Active Series review and how I got them free!

I received these Dr. Scholls free from http://www.Influenster.com
I recieved these free to review! So go check out Influenster if you're interested in getting products to review! These are from the Active Series Voxbox!

Ok so the Dr. Scholls are amazing! They help my feet feel better when I'm standing all day. My feet always hurt if I'm standing for too long and these minimize that so much!
These are great to run in too! I feel like they help me run faster and longer. My feet cramp a little bit when I run a long distance, but with these, they haven't!
The Dr. Scholls I recived were a size 7-10 in women. They have more size ranges and All you have to do is cut them to fit your size. I was suprised at how easy it was to cut them and they fit great!
I would highly recommend them!

If you have any questions about the Dr. Scholls or Influenster, just ask!

xxErika

My Top 10 Beauty Guru's on Youtube!

My Top 10 Beauty Guru's on Youtube!

Some of these Guru's are Celebrity Makeup artists, some channels are only makeup tutorials and others are about all things beauty.
These are my favorites, the ones I like to keep comming back to and the ones I get the most tips from!
I want to say #1 and #2 are the most important to me.
My #1 is Lisa Eldrige, she is amazing at makeup. Her talant and skills are incredible. She inspires me so much.
My #2 is Tanya Burr, she is the entire reason I fell in love with the YouTube beauty community. I've loved her blog for so long and when I noticed she did Youtube, I watched so many of her videos. She is so delightful to watch!

I've included links to everyone's channel, just click the link to see my favorite videos by each Youtuber!

1.Lisa Eldridge:

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2. Tanya Burr

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdYmTr_RZfM&feature=share&list=PLt_BERL98BiePRsJ03EDG3SzAoshjv1ax
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3. Monkia Blunder

http://youtu.be/DjSyDUExw6Y
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4. Pixiwoo Sisters

http://youtu.be/MqNOcUoqA2I
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5. Robert Jones Beauty Academy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63pogF_ZiQk&feature=share&list=PLEHtssF-HtyF9UjgagP3Y0b84r0UcwDT8
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6. Jamie Greenberg

http://www.youtube.copm/watch?v=epF_GHWaBQw&feature=share&list=PLBrsCtNZFEm5qItNBQGaXm7I96TgQf3c0
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7. Michelle Phan

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHkJpjjPIvM&feature=share&list=TLy-TBXD7qp1-SHTM0D2XtCJaGD2dlAhAB
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8. Sharon Farrell

http://youtu.be/LwaQKXibHpc
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9. POPSUGAR Beauty

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgFDGYVQPFg&feature=share&list=PLDDF1674DAACD3532
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10. EmilyNoel83

http://youtu.be/9OrEAemOLdE
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Thanks For Stopping by and Let me know who some of your favorites are!
xxErika

Baby Lips by Maybelline! Review&Swatches!

Maybelline Baby Lips are one of the most popular lip products at the drugstore, and I can see why!
They have an amazing variety of shades. Some are more pigmented than others. The color does last a good while on the lips. They leave my lips feeling soft and moisturized. They don't wear off patchy, which I've found a lot of lip balms to do on me. They are definitely my favorite lip balm. I find myslef reaching for these when I don't know what I want to wear. They are so easy to wear, and heal your lips at the same time!
I think the best thing about them is their price, for only $2.97, for me, they are worth every penny. They do sell them in a 2 pack also, 2 for $5. (At Walmart and Target) That's how I bought two of mine.
If you do plan to pick one up, I want to say they can melt really easily, so make sure you keep them at room temperature. 

If you have any questions about them, feel free to ask me!
xxErika

How to make a Latte at Home without a Froth Maker! + DIY Vanilla Syrup!

Hi guys! Today I'm going to show you how I make my Lattes at Home! I didn't have a froth maker of any kind so I decided to try a technique I heard from a friend. If you're looking for a simple way to make a latte, using what you probably already have in your kitchen, then here you go!

-If you want a plain latte then you can skip this step, but if you like Vanilla Flavoring like I do, than start this first because it takes the longest.
DIY Vanilla Syrup:
Mix 2 Cups of Water and 2 Cups Sugar in a pan on Medium heat. Stir occasionally. When all the sugar dissolves, add in 1tsp Vanilla flavoring/extract then Store in a container. This makes about 30 oz so this will last you.

-Get your Coffee ready in your mug. Leave about 1/3 room in the cup for your Froth.

-Add in your Vanilla Syrup. I use a few spoonfuls.

-To Make Froth: Put about 4 oz of Milk in either a jar with a lid or a jug or bottle with a lid. Shake it for about 35 seconds. The froth will begin to rise while your shaking it. After that, heat in microwave for about 35 seconds.
Pour the Milk into your coffee and use a spoon to keep the foam in the cup. Scoop your frothy foam out and place it on top of your coffee. 

THAT'S IT! ENJOY!

Nails Of The Day! Half Moon Nail Design! Contrasting Colors!

I love this Half moon Shape Nail Design. I think they are fun, yet simple and classy.

The Nail polish I used:
Sally Hansen- Tickled Pink
Pac Sun Polish called Poppy.

I love contrasting colors. The pink has a cool undertone and the Gold has a warm undertone, so they contrast nice. I love doing this with my clothes and nails too!

See you later lovelies!
xxErika

Colgate SlimSoft VoxBox Review! Free products From Influenster!

I wanted to share an amazing site that lets you receive products to review!  Here's what I received from Influenster, and my honest review of the products!

Check out Influenster!
http://www.Influenster.com

I just received a  Colgate SlimSoft VoxBox. I received a Colgate SlimSoft toothbrush,  Colgate Total Advanced Toothpaste and Colgate Total Advanced Mouthwash.

The Slimsoft toothbrush is very soft but powerful. The shape allows me to reach in the back. I love it!

The Colgate Advanced Total Mouthwash is one of the best because it has every benefit you need. It keeps my breath fresh for longer.

The Colgate Advanced Toothpaste has all the benefits you need. What I like about it the most is how well it cleans my teeth, but its also sensitive at the same time. A lot of toothpastes burn my mouth, but this one doesn't.

I would highly recommended these products. Colgate has been my favorite brand for years!

Also, go check out influenster if you would like to receive full products like these to review!

Thanks for Reading!
xxErika

DIY Nail Dotting Tool! + Some simple items you can use for Quick Easy Nail Art!

Doing my nails is definitely not my strong point. I love wearing nailpolish, but I normally can't get too fancy with it since I'm not that good at painting them.
This is why I love dotting tools. You don't have to be good at it. They do all the work for you. They make perfect dots and its so simple. I didn't have a dotting tool, so I decided to make my own!
All you need is a Bobby pin. You can also use a Q-Tip, I just didnt have any. Dip the end of the pin into your nailpolish and dot unto your nail.
There are tons of designs you can make with this. I decided to keep it quick and simple. I did some dots along the tips of my nail, right down the center and then I did some all over.

The next thing used to help make a design was some masking tape. I cut a peice off and stuck it on the corner of my counter. Then cut a triangle out of the middle. I stuck it to my nail and used it as a stencil to paint a triangle.
So easy! If you're trangle isn't completely straight, just go back over the outside of your triangle with your base color to straighten them.

The last thing I did was a half moon shape on my pinkie nail. This was so easy. I just used the tape again and stuck it over 2/3 of the nail and painted the rest. I then used my nail brush to round off the edges so they went in a curve instead of a straight line. If you don't have a nail brush you can use a flat makeup brush.

Thanks for reading! 

xxErika

The Easiest Way To Make A Mocha at Home!

Here's how I like to make my Mocha at home!

-Get a Coffee cup and fill it about 3/4 with water. 

-Heat the water up in the microwave for 1 minute.

-Put around 1tbsp of instant coffee in the hot water, I like Folgers Instant coffee, or you could even use 1 actual kitchen spoonful.

-Take any brand of Hot Coco mix, I like SWISS MISS, and put about 3/4 of one package Into your coffee cup.

-Then add about 1/4 cup Milk.

ALL DONE! 

Now Enjoy your quick and easy Mocha! xxErika

BH Cosmetics 26 Color Neutral Eyeshadow and Blush Pallet. 12 pc pink Brush Set. Review!

Bh Cosmetics 26 Neutral Eyeshadow and Blush Pallet- This is an amazing pallet. I always review things I like and give my honest opinion! I cannot stress enough how great this is!  I bought this for $11. There was a sale on it. Its originally $20, but they almost always have a sale going on. The sale for this pallet right now is $14.
The shades are so pigmented and they have a great variety of mattes and shimmer. I even found a few MAC dupes! There is a dupe for Coppering,  Trax and Satin Taupe!
The blushes are very nice. The only blush with low pigmentation is the lightest shade. You can use that one as a highlighter!

Bh Cosmetics 12 pc Pink Brush Set- I was so suprised at how good these brushes were for only costing $14. Makeup brushes are pretty expensive and you are getting a good bit for a decent price. They are soft, very durable and I love how they apply. I would highly recommend these, especially if you are on a budget and want to get the best brushes for the lost price.
I wanted to see what all the hype was about and if bh cosmetics was worth it...and YES they are!

Bh Cosmetics website:
http://www.bhcosmetics.com

Here's a link to my video Review on youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwUUdXxvmoQ

Check out the photos and swatches! Let me know what you think!

xxErika