Laura Geller

A Quick Sneak Peak at the Laura Geller Baked Innovations Collection in Light

12:04 PM


Recently Laura Geller introduced a new baked foundation on QVC in her Today's Special Value, so I picked up the Fair shade.  The kit comes with the foundation, a blush, a large kabuki brush and a liquid lipstick.  I have been playing with this set, and yet to take some FOTD's, but I will try and post some in the upcoming week using the collection.  Below are some closeups.  

From the QVC Site:

What is it: Crave-worthy, neutral-hued makeup from Laura Geller, including Laura's exciting NEW foundation innovation--Baked Elements Foundation. This collection also includes Baked Brulee Blush and Luscious Lips Liquid Lipstick in fresh new colors, plus a kabuki brush for easy application.

Who is it for: All skin types. The universally flattering shades make this collection a must-have for every woman's beauty wardrobe.

Why is it different: NEW Baked Elements Foundation delivers luminous, buildable, full matte coverage while nourishing and hydrating skin with hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and jojoba oil.

Immediately after use, 100% of women saw an improvement in the look of fine lines, hydration, radiance, and skin tone.

Formulated with Vitamin E and a special texturizing gel, Luscious Lips Liquid Lipstick is a highly pigmented, full-coverage formula that glides on as a liquid and dries to a weightless, semi-matte finish--never dry or sticky.

How do I use it: Using the large retractable angled kabuki brush, sweep Baked Elements Foundation all over the face, targeting areas of discoloration. For fuller coverage, apply with the sponge applicator found in the bottom of the compact.


The foundation has a slight pearl to it, although just to brighten the skin.  It certainly doesn't make you look like a disco ball, like some can.  There definitely is a difference in the coverage if you use a brush, or the sponge (below).  Full coverage on the sponge, which I find us really nice to use under the eyes - the pearl in the foundation really helps brighten the dark circles.  



The blush is absolutely gorgeous - a perfect flush with some shimmer to brighten the complexion and the color is truly that of pinched cheeks.  


Did you happen to pick this up?  What do you think so far?


Essie

Quick NOTD: Essie Merino Cool

11:16 AM


It's officially fall.  Not only was my birthday yesterday, which tends to lead to pumpkins and harvest decor in and out of my house, but the weather dropped down into the 60's today, with lows in the mid-40's.  So, yes, it's fall.  

With fall comes darker and warmer mani's - out with the pinks and in with they gray's.  I chose Essie Merino Cool for today.  I love this color - it's an easy shade to wear and perfect for the fall wardrobe.  In reality, I find it to be slightly warmer in person than the picture above, but considering this was taken with my iPhone, it works!  


What is your go-to fall shade?  

FOTD

FOTD: Fyrinnae Velvet Vampire and Alchemist Curse

9:30 AM


OK, so this may be one of my favorite color combinations in a while.  Purple is one of those go-to colors for me when I need a pick me up, and Fyrinnae doesn't disappoint when it comes to their color selection.  For this look, I wanted to wear Velvet Vampire, but needed just a pop more purple in the look, so I paired it with Alchemist Curse.  Talk about two pretty colors together!  On top of that, the dress I have on was Banana Republic steal from eBay, so I was one happy lady with this whole get-up!

Below is the full list of the look:

Face:
Laura Geller Spackle Primer
It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer
Laura Geller Balance 'n Brighten - Fair
Nars Laguna - Contour
Nars Orgasm - Blush

Eyes
Fyrinnae Pixie Epoxy
Fyrinnae Alchemist Curse (outer corner/crease)
Fyrinnae Velvet Vampire (inner/middle lid)
I can't remember what was used on the inner corner
MAC Vanilla Pigment - highlighter
Mally Volumizing Mascara - black
NYX Gel Eyeliner - Black

Lips:
Kate Moss for Rimmel 08


Essie

NOTD: Essie "For the Twill of It"

8:36 AM



A NOTD from a few weeks back, Essie "For the Twill of It", from their Fall 2013 collection.  This is a dark metallic with magenta, teal and green flashes.  A bit thin, but after two coats it seemed to cover nicely.  

I will say, I want to wear this one again now that my nails have grown out.  I don't care for this on my short nails, but I think on my longer nails I would like it better.  


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