Silver Smoke | 1 Palette Eye Look

Hey Y'all!!

So fun story...  I attempted to step outside of my comfort zone for today's post with some magenta/ MAUVEulous shades because they're so gorg and I want to wear them desperately, but once I was deep in it (omg is that what he said? I think it is!) -it was a horrendous tragedy and I looked like a rabid deer with pink eye..

Any whoooo... I did manage to create something blog post worthy on my second go round AND it's all from 1 palette.  So there's that.

Impressively enough I was able to create this only using about 3 brushes, but I really want to rave about this Real Techniques "Accent" brush!!!  Holy shit you guys!

I've only ever used it for highlighting my inner corner and MAN have I been missing out.  It's so perfect for applying precise eye shadow!  Especially metallics and glitters.

Since this look focuses primarily on the eyes- they're the deets I'll be going in depth about, but full face products will be below as well because I've got your back girl! Or guy. 😊

So here we go folks...

EYES: 

• Urban Decay Original Primer 
• Urban Decay Vice 3 Palette 
  

 *As you're applying and blending these shadows leave as much of your lid bare as possible until you get to #4.

1. "Undone" -Crease as a transition shade.
2. "DTF" -Into outer half of crease more inward as there's less product on your brush. (Blend blend until your arm breaks.)
3. "Defy" -Outer v, blended into crease shades. *(I also blended DTF & Defy onto my lower lash line from the outer corner inward about halfway.)
4. "Angel" -All over lid, blended edges into other shades.  I applied about 3 layers of this shade & sprayed my brush with Fix Plus. 
5. "Last Sin" -Inner corner
6. "Truth" -Browbone 

• Mac Fix Plus Spray (Sprayed Brush to apply "angel" to make it POP!)
• Black Eyeliner (Half of water line from outside)
• L'Oréal Carbon Black (Top & Bottom Lashes)
• Maybelline Falsies Push-up Drama (Top Lashes)
• L'Oréal Telescopic Carbon Black (Bottom Lashes)
• Essence Clear Brow Gel (To tame those unruly suckers.)

Face:

• Neutrogena Hydro Boost Foundation in "Nude 40"
• Maybelline Fit Me Concealer in "Light"
• Benefit Hoola Quickie Contour Stick
• Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Powder in "Translucent"
• Nars Blush in "Orgasm"
• Anastasia Beverly Hills x Nicole Guerriero Palette "Glo Getter" & "Kitty Kat"
• Ulta Lip Liner in "Bare"
• Bite Beauty Lipstick in "Honeycomb"

And there it is!  Wham, bam, thank you ma'am...

I hope you guys enjoyed!!

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First Impressions | Benefit, Neutrogena, Essence, ABH x Nicole Guerriero, and Gifted Shirts

Hey Y'all!

Today's post is going to be all about some new products I picked up & have been trying.

Some of them I'm sure you've seen on Social Media and some you may not have heard about, but you should have!

So let's jump right in...

1. Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Quickie Contour Stick:  

1 word.  Obsessed.  I've never really dabbled with cream Contour products but this little magic stick (is that what she said?) makes life so beautiful and easy.  

I really want to say this is easier to work with than most powders I've tried.  The consistency is so buttery it glides on and is precise.  

I think it blends out better with a brush, with a beauty sponge I just feel like the sponge steals too much of the product off your face and it isn't as noticeable.  

This is just a must even for a beginner.  Super easy.

As far as I know it's an Ulta exclusive. No word if it's limited edition or not so grab it up like yesterday.

2. Anastasia Beverly Hills x Nicole Guerriero Glow Kit:  

You guys!  Oh. My. God.

This glow kit sent me into cardiac arrest.  It's just pure beauty. I have no words.  

Nicole & the Anastasia brand definitely outdid themselves!  

These shades are so smooth and universal!  The pigmentation is more satisfying than sex.  

It's just amazing.  Buy it.  Without it you'll never know your full potential. 

3. Essence Clear Brow Gel: 

I picked this up on my last unnecessary trip to Ulta.  For $2.99, why not?  

I've heard great things about the Essence brand and this is the first thing I've tried from them.  I like it, but I will say I'm more a fan of my clear brow Gel from the Ulta collection.  

The Ulta brand gel is just like Gorilla Glue for your brows while this 1 is a bit more tame.  

It's definitely a great alternative though and the price point is awesome.

4. Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Serum:

So I bought this because I make entirely too many uncontrollable facial expressions. *eyeroll

I must say I'm really loving it so far!  

I have the 11s (little wrinkles between my brows), and a few forehead wrinkles- because instead of resting bitch face I have resting angry face. 

I've been applying it to freshly cleansed skin before moisturizer and using it once daily for about 4 days now in the areas I need help.  

I can already tell a noticeable difference! Like.. What?!  

It has a slight warming feeling and definitely makes the area it's applied to feel a bit tighter.

I decided to give it a try because it has great reviews.  This is definitely a more affordable option compared to some other products I've looked into for wrinkle repair and I think it works great!

5. Gifted Shirts (Sloth Shirts on Etsy):

You guys!  I am obsessed with this company. 

I love tees with funny/ sarcastic sayings, and these are my new go to!

I have a couple shirts from them now and they're super soft and comfy.

  They literally have something for everyone- any and everything you can imagine!

Their shirts are just freakin awesome you guys!

I'll insert a link to their website below.  I wear a size Small for reference.

GiftedShirts.Com

Their Etsy Storefront- click here

I really don't have anything negative to say about any of these. Lol

I've been super lucky lately that majority of the things I've picked up I LOVE.

I'll keep this post updated if anything changes, but so far they're all wins in my book.

I hope you enjoyed this post.

Feel free to leave any questions, comments, or suggestions in the comments below- per usual.

Til Next Time...

XO,

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My Sun-Tanning Routine + How I Stay Hydrated in the Heat

Hey Y'all!  

Today I wanted to share my tips & tricks to getting that perfect Summer time tan as well as how I stay cool & hydrated while out in the heat. 

It's important to take care of your skin & stay hydrated especially when you're tanning as the sun dries your skin out.

My Sun-Tanning Routine:

The most important part of my routine is exfoliating and moisturizing!  Moisturized skin ALWAYS tans/ holds tan better than dry skin.  I dry brush every other day (minimum), I use my go-to sugar scrub in the shower at least once a week, and I moisturize daily after showering with either raw organic coconut oil or Vaseline cocoa radiant lotion (sometimes both LOL).

When I am laying out, I always apply at least a 30 SPF to my face & neck to help protect my skin and face.  

My favorite tanning oil for sun-tanning is the Australian Gold Bronzing Dry Oil Intensifier!

This oil doesn't leave you greasy, and it has instant bronzer in it for immediate color.

While I'm laying out, I also like to fill a spray bottle up with pool water and continuously spray myself down.  It helps you stay cool, and the chlorine in the water helps you tan.

Staying Hydrated:

When being out in the heat it's super important to stay good and hydrated to avoid getting over heated or dehydrated.

My favorite way to keep cool & hydrated is infused water 

I'm addicted!

I keep an infuser pitcher full of water in my fridge (got mine at Bed, Bath, and Beyond).

I like to fill the infuser with lemon, cucumber, and mint.

When I am getting ready for the pool, I fill my cup up with ice & water and throw in a few extra wedges of lemon in.

Easy Peasy!

My favorite cup to use is from Starbucks, because it's my favorite color (obvi) and because the metal lining & straw keep my drink cold for longer than similar cups I own.

Not only does infused water taste yummy, but it also has some pretty cool benefits for you!!

It can help bloating, digestion, detox your body, and help your skin depending on what you choose to infuse your water with.

:-)

I think that about wraps this post up.

I hope you guys enjoy.

Have a hot and bronze Summer!!

XO,

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Favorites | Bronze Glowing Skin

Hey Guys!!

This post is dedicated to my go-to products for bronze glowing skin.

I love a good subtle bronze glowy look, especially for Summer!

This type of look just makes your skin & face appear more youthful and radiant.

It's also great for a minimal/ no makeup, makeup look.

All product names are links to where the item can be bought.  

Also, below will be some photos of myself to give an example of my favorite natural glow from within look using these products.

😉

NYX Born To Glow Liquid Illuminator

All That Shimmers Dry Oil

(Use code TERINTAN20 for 20% off your purchase of any MDT products.)

Hard Candy Baked Bronzer in Tiki

(I use this as a cheekbone HiLight)

Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso

NYX Powder Blush in TerraCotta

Palladio Baked Bronzer in Caribbean Tan

I hope this helps anyone in search of a gorgeous glow for the Summer.

Let me know if you have any questions!  

Til next time..

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Get The Look | Glowy Skin Makeup Look

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For today's blog post, I'm going to be sharing my favorite glowy-skin makeup look.

It's my favorite look for Spring & Summer and is simple to master. 

All products will be listed & linked below per usual.

:-)

I started this look by self-tanning the night before.  

I used my 2 favorite products by Million Dollar Tan, Cabana Tan Extreme FACE & Cabana Tan Extreme body.

I have a separate blog post all about my routine for self-tanning which I'll link below.

My self-tanning routine - Click Here

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I think a subtle tan is key for a glowy look.

You can achieve this multiple ways..  Maybe you're just blessed with a natural sun kissed skin tone.  If not, and you're Casper's sister like me, you can self-tan, use bronzer, or even a temporary skin bronzer.  Million Dollar Tan offers one called "All That Shimmers".

Now.. For the makeup.

I started with my favorite BB cream of life, and possibly the only foundation-type of product I'll ever repurchase until the end of time... 

The Garnier BB for Combination to Oily Skin in the shade medium/deep which is my "summer time shade" is the best ever!

I apply this with a pretty soaked blending sponge, it applies it flawlessly and is a sheer-moderate coverage.

A key step to having a glowy face, is illuminating it!  I love this liquid highlighter from Revlon.

For someone who isn't a grease ball like me, you could even apply this all over your face under your foundation or mix it into your foundation.

For me, I apply this over my BB Cream all over my cheek bones and a little in the center of my forehead.

Next, I used the Garnier Anti Dark Circle Eye-Roller as concealer under my eyes and on my lids to act as a primer.

I don't personally struggle with dark circles, but this concealer is one of my favorites and it lasts forever!

Once I've applied all of my liquid products, I set my face.

Gotta control my inner grease ball, y'all! lol

I either apply this with my wet blending sponge, or with a brush.. 

Either works fine.  The wet sponge is better if you want to "bake".

I also apply a little to my eyelids to set them and allow any eye shadow to apply better.

I apply the shades Naked & Buck into my eyelid crease, just apply add some dimension.

These are the 3rd and 5th shades from the left.

This step isn't totally necessary and you can skip it if you'd like.

OR, you can go all out and do a sexual smokey eye.  

For bronzer & blush I've been loving my Benefit Cheekaton palette.

I typically bronze with HOOLA and then struggle over picking a blush.

I love mixing either Dandelion & Rockateur or Dallas & Rockateur.

Afterwards, you can also add a baked bronzer over the matte bronzer for even more GLOW.

For eyelashes, I like to apply the Voluminous Carbon Black and then Falsies Pushup Drama.

The Carbon Black will forever be my love, it's flawless.

Falsies Pushup Drama does what it says, it's pretty dramatic!  

Darkens, fills, and makes them plush.  

I find that it clumps easily though, so I usually brush my lashes out after to make them clean.

Last for face, I use Hard Candy's TIKI bronzer to even more so highlight my cheekbones.

#HighLightBling

Also, no clue why this is called a bronzer, it's definitely a highlighter.  Lol

Then for lips, just apply your favorite lippie combo.  My go-to lately is this Revlon lipgloss in Bellini.  It's so versatile for any season.  

This works great alone or over almost ANY lipstick.

And you're done!!!!  

This is the finished look.

Glowy & FABULOUS!

:-)

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Million Dollar Tan Cabana Tan Extreme - Shop Here

Million Dollar Tan Cabana Tan Extreme FACE - Shop Here

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Garnier Skin Perfecter BB Cream for Combination to Oily in Medium/ Deep - Shop Here

Revlon Photoready Skinlights in 100 Bare Light - Shop Here

Garnier Anti Dark Circle Eye Roler - Shop Here

Maybelline Master Fix Loose Powder - Shop Here

Urban Decay Naked 1 Palette - Shop Here

Benefit Cheekathon Palette - Shop Here

(I think this was a HSN limited edition & is sold out; however, you can buy all of the shades separately at Ulta.)

L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black - Shop Here

Maybelline Falsies Pushup Drama - Shop Here

Hard Candy TIKI Baked Bronzer - Shop Here

Revlon Color Burst Lip Gloss in Bellini - Shop Here

I hope y'all enjoyed this post!!  :-)

I'd love to hear your feedback in the comments, or you can drop me a private message in the contact form up top.  

If you decide to recreate this look, be sure to show me!
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A Night Out | Super Bowl 50🏈 (ft Morphe 35o Palette)

Today I'm going to be sharing the deets for this eye look.  

I kind of just threw this together while I was getting ready today and really love the way it turned out so I wanted to share.  :-) 

I started with my typical routine..  Applied moisturizer, BB cream, concealer, and then set my face.  Ya know, to control my inner grease ball.  

I used the highly sought after Morphe 35o palette and the Sonia Kashuk no. 109  brush.  

The #109 blending brush has legit become a holy grail of mine and I plan on ordering more!! 

(All items used will be detailed below.)

I found tonight that these specific shadows blend muuuuch better with a dense blending brush rather than a shadow or crease brush.  So I used the SK no. 109 with every shadow and blended blended blended so that it didn't become muddy looking.  

Unfortunately, these shadows do not have names, so I have put numbers on the shadows I used and will explain in further detail below when and how I used each one.  

EYES:

These shades are darker in person, I used flash to take this photo.

Starting out I took a little of 1 & 2 on my brush and blended them into my crease and upwards towards my brow bone, blending until it looked smooth.  

Then I went into 3 & 4 softly blending them into my outer V (outer corner) after must was applied I brushed up and across my crease with any excess left on my brush.  

Next taking 5 & 6 I added more into the outer V and into the crease to darken it up a bit more.  I then blended all of the shadows together more by doing windshield wiper motions back and fourth in my crease and along my outer corner.  Afterwards I took a small amount of 7 and blended it all into my crease and my outer corner.  

I never took any of the shadows all over my lid, I feel leaving the lid plain adds a better look and more dimension when the look is finished.  You could even take one of the lighter shades and add it to your lid afterwards if you want.   

(If you feel it isn't as dark as you'd like just keep going back in with the shadows, blending well between each application.)

To finish off I used 8 & 9 to highlight my brow bone and then added some black eyeliner on my bottom lash line & smudged it out with the darker shadows I used from the palette.  

The key with smokey looks and especially these shadows is blend blend blend!!!  

It's taken me a little bit to get the hang of this palette, but I do love it and think it's worth the hype!

FACE

For my contour and blush I used my Benefit Cosmetics Cheekathon Palette.  

I used the brush shown and applied Hoola to the hallows of my cheek bones and temples to add warmth & dimension to my face.  

I really love Hoola.  It's so versatile and I think it is a perfect bronzer for any skin type and for contouring beginners, because it's light and matte..  You don't get a ton of product in 1 swipe so it's easier to build up and harder to accidentally apply too much.  ;-)

For blush I used Dandelion (top left) and then Rockateur (top right) over it.  

Easy peasy!  

Finished Look:

I hope y'all enjoy this little informational demo.  I'm going to list all products used for this look below as well as where they can be found!  ;-)

As always any questions or comments you can drop in the comments or in a private contact form!  

Please also feel free to send me suggestions for what you'd like to see on my blog in the future!!

XO,

Terin

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Products Mentioned:

Morphe 35o Palette - MorpheBrushes.com 

(It sells out almost immediately every time it's restocked so just keep stalking the site.)

Benefit Cosmetics Cheekathon Palette (I got mine from HSN it was a limited edition exclusive and has sold out; however, you can buy all of the products individually from Ulta.)

Sonia Kashuk no. 109 Blending Brush - Found at Target -   Click Here to view/ order.  

Other Products Used Not Mentioned:

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel 

Garnier BB Cream for Combo to Oily in Light/ Medium 

Real Techniques Complexion Sponge 

Maybelline Master Fix Loose Setting Powder

L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara

Maybelline Volume Express Falsies Push Up Drama (wow that's a mouth full, huh?)

Rimmel London Lip Liner in Eastend Snob

NYX Butter Gloss in E'clair

What I'm Wearing:

Top- Express

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