Get Ready With Me TAG!

If only I could wake up with my hair and make up done...  Well, that's not the case. I've got super frizzy hair and dark under-eye circles, so there is a bit of effort that goes into getting ready. I thought it would be fun to do a Get Ready With Me video - and maybe you're as easily amused by any sort of 'transformation' or 'before and after' videos as I am! Hope you enjoy!

Collective Haul {1}

YouTube just keeps getting more fun - especially now that I've filmed my first haul! I'm the biggest girly girl that just loves girl talk and so you can imagine how exciting this was for me to chat about things I've purchased lately. In this video, I touch on skin and hair care products, nail polishes, clothing, and accessories. Hopefully you guys enjoy it! Please like, share, comment, and subscribe!




Products mentioned in this video:

- Organix Cherry Blossom Ginseng Shampoo & Conditioner
- Herbal Essences Long Term Relationship Leave-In Split End Protector
- L'Oreal Elnett Hairspray
- St. Ives Exfoliating Apricot Body Wash
- Exfoliating Gloves (from Shoppers Drug Mart)
- Aveeno Therapeutic Shaving Gel
- Avene Ystheal+ Lotion (with .05% retinol)
- Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Sunscreen 60 SPF
- China Glaze Nail Polishes (Celtic Sun and Flip Flop Fantasy)
- Forever 21 Sheer, Sleeveless, Collared Black Blouse
- Forever 21 Black, Distressed, Cuffed Denim Shorts
- H&M Spiked Bracelet
- Forever 21 Neon Spiked Bracelet
- Forever 21 Spiked Necklace

DIY Ombre

I have dyed my hair countless times at home, but I've never bleached it by myself. Bleach is scary - it damages your hair and often pulls a lot of red tones. And I've seen a lot of hair colorists work their butts off to get rid of those red tones in my hair (back when I used to get highlights).

Yesterday, my cousin asked me to do a bit of ombre on the ends of her hair. I surprisingly said yes and used my previous experience as knowledge. Well, it ended up being super easy and it turned out to be amazing! Very effortless and beachy and the tone is so pretty for this season! 

I couldn't help but share the final results with you! And share my process, too! 

Note: I am not a hair colorist. I have no training. This process will not guarantee anyone the same results as everyone's hair is different - tones, texture, damage, and all. Be careful with bleach and hair dye and consult a hair professional!

Now, let's move on to the fun stuff!

WHAT I USED:

• Plastic gloves
• Plastic bowl
• Hair dye brush/applicator
• Tin foil
• 20 & 30 volume developer (levels of developer depend on current hair color and hair color objective)
• Powder bleach
• Level 8 Ash hair color as a toner

THE PROCESS:

• STEP 1: With my gloves on, I combined 30 developer with bleach powder (according to the package) until it became like a whipped cream consistency.
• STEP 2: Taking a 1 inch piece of hair, I applied the bleach to the ends of my cousin's dry hair using the hair dye applicator.  I also made sure it wasn't perfect by somewhat brushing and teasing the hair upwards. 
• STEP 3: I wrapped the piece of hair in a piece of tin foil.
• STEP 4: I repeated steps 2 and 3 for the rest of the hair.
• STEP 5: I checked on the hair every few minutes and then rinsed it when it reached a desired level of brightness (the time it takes varies depending on hair type, color, and damage).
• STEP 6: Since her hair pulled lots of warm orange and yellow tones, I had to tone it with an ashy color. I mixed a level 8 ash color with a 20 developer (following package directions) and applied this mixture to the bleached ends.
• STEP 7: I checked the hair every few minutes and then rinsed it once it reached a desired tone that was not brassy (length of time varies depending on hair type, color, and damage).
• STEP 8: I rinsed (no shampoo!) and conditioned the hair and then styled it!

And voila! Lovely ombre ends!

Winged Liner and Coral Lips Make Up Tutorial

Happy May, friends! I am so ecstatic that summer is getting closer day by day! And with spring and summer comes gorgeous colors. So, I decided to incorporate coral into a simple daytime look. In this tutorial, I also show you my own technique for winging out eyeliner since I sometimes have trouble doing that. (And hooray for this video finally uploading! It took me forever after YouTube had a few glitches! Over 3 hours for this bad boy!)

 

Products used: 

- Clarins Daily Energizer Creme 

- Burt's Bees Lip Balm - Garnier BB Cream (Light/Medium) 

- MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer (NW20) 

- Chanel Loose Powder (20 Clair) 

- MAC Brow Pencil (Spiked) 

- MAC Eyeshadow (Blanc Type) 

- Hard Candy Eyeshadow (Peace) 

- Maybelline Master Precision Ink Pen Eyeliner 

- Urban Decay Eyeshadow (Creep) 

- Clinique High Impact Mascara 

- MAC Matte Bronze 

- MAC Mineralize Blush (Dainty) 

- NYX Lipstick (Haute Melon) 

- Sephora Airbrush Precision Foundation Brush 56 

- MAC 129 Brush 

- MAC 217 Brush 

- MAC 138 Brush 

- Urban Decay Flat Eyeshadow Brush 

- Spa Resource Lip Brush

Neutral Eyes and Peachy Lip Make Up Tutorial

Yay! Another make up tutorial is here for you just before the weekend!

I like wearing make up every time I go out and so I am always looking for a new way to spice up everyday, casual palettes without looking too overdone. With this look, I've used the Urban Decay's Naked Palette to add dimension to my eyes and to create a soft-but-darkened upper lash line. Add a peachy lip and this look is perfect for going out during the day!

Products used:

- Clarins Daily Energizer Cream
- Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua Foundation (30 beige)
- Sephora Airbrush Precision Foundation Brush #56
- MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer (NW20)
- MAC 217 Brush
- MAC 129 Brush
- Chanel Loose Powder (20 Clair)
- MAC Brow Pencil (Spiked)
- MAC Matte Bronze
- MAC 138 Brush
- MAC Mineralize Blush (Dainty)
- MAC Blanc Type Eyeshadow
- Urban Decay Naked Palette (Buck, Smog, Creep, Naked)
- Urban Decay Flat Eyeshadow Brush (from Naked Palette)
- Tarte EmphasEYES Inner Rim Brightener
- MAC False Lashes Mascara
- MAC 'Kinda Sexy' Lipstick
- Victoria's Secret 'Be Mine' Lipstick

Have a fabulous weekend and let me know of any requests you have in the comments section below!

My Skincare & Foundation Routine

Hello lovelies! I am so excited to be bringing you my first HD makeup tutorial! It makes such a difference and I hope that the clarity helps you to get more from my video! In this tutorial, I talk about the products I use everyday to take care of my skin and I also demonstrate my go-to foundation routine. I hope you enjoy this tutorial! If you do, feel free to subscribe to my YouTube channel!

Products used:

- Clarins Daily Energizer Cleanser
- Clarins Daily Energizer Cream
- Clarins Eye Contour Gel
- Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua Foundation (30 Beige)
- MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer (NW20)
- Chanel Loose Powder (20 Clair)
- MAC Matte Bronze
- MAC Pinch O Peach Sheertone Blush
- Sephora Airbrush Precision Foundation Brush 56
- MAC 217 Brush (Blending)
- MAC 138 Brush (Contouring)
- MAC 129 Brush (Blush/Powder)

What's in my makeup bag

As if I don't love expressing myself enough, I find another creative outlet in makeup. I used to have major acne problems. It made me ashamed of my face and according to some boys in my class I was a crater face. Makeup was a way for me to feel like my best self, without redness and scars, to be what I was like before my hormones decided to go crazy. My views of makeup have changed a bit since then. Now, it's an art to me and it helps me to bring out my features. I have also learned to be careful about choosing makeup. I only buy what suits my skin type and what doesn't feel or look cakey. I can't deny that collecting and applying makeup is fun!

Here is what is currently in my makeup bag! And don't forget to enjoy the video at the end too!

Hope you enjoyed this post and are having a fabulous week so far!

Everyday, rosy makeup tutorial

Makeup and I have a history. Around the age of 13, when I'd be incredibly bored, I would dig through my mom's makeup and create different looks. Of course, that upset her and I was told time and time again to stay out of her makeup. But it had me mesmerized! Somehow, I'd end up back in her washroom trying out all of her Revlon lipsticks. I guess you can call me a self-taught makeup aficionado. These days I am into a really natural and defined eye, and rosy cheeks and lips. If you're interested in creating an everyday, rosy makeup look then you're in luck! Check out my tutorial below to find out how to do it!