Project Pan Them All | March Empties

Hi ladies! I am so proud to be doing so well on my Project Pan Them All! It just feels so liberating to use up so many products in such a short time. I even used up a makeup product this month, which never happens, but I am not happy about it at all! I don't even understand how this happened but when I went to use my favorite bronzer, 100% Pure Cocoa Pigmented Bronzer in Brown Sugar, it was totally broken in pieces! I absolutely don't remember taking it somewhere with me or dropping it on the floor, so this will remain a mystery... the worst part is that I thought I could fix it with alcohol, but I only had a solution of 50% on hand, and I guess this was not enough because when I went to use it the day after, I thought it was fixed but no, it crumbled into a powdery mess, so I figured out I would just throw it away. I have been wanting to try Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzer for a while anyway, which seems similar...

I received KQC Thermal Shine from Flat Iron Experts when I was sent very kindly sent a Babyliss Pro Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Iron for consideration to review. This protective spray smells a bit like men's cologne to me - which is very pleasant - and it really leaves my hair shiny, non greasy and lightweight, and it ensures that my flat iron glides on very smoothly.

I am usually disappointed to receive drugstore products in a subscription box, but I must say I was happy when I saw Curel Foot Therapy Soothing Cream in my May 2012 GLOSSYBOX because I really needed a new foot cream. This one has a nice thick consistency, it's absorbed quickly in the skin and it smells amazing - a bit sweet but not overpowering. It leaves my feet extremely soft and smooth after only a few use!

It seems I have had L'Oréal Professionnel Intense Repair Cuti Liss System Intense Nutrition Masque for dry hair* since forever, even though I used it every time I washed my hair instead of normal conditioner, and I finally managed to use it up! This masque has a really nice thick texture and my hair really feels nourished and properly mositurized after use, but I won't repurchase since L'Oréal tests on animals, so I will have to try and find a proper cruelty-free alternative... please let me know if you have any suggestions!

I can't say I was amazed by Eucerin Professional Repair Extremely Dry Skin Lotion since it just did not seem to really moisturize my skin - I constantly felt the urge to re-apply after a few hours! I am glad I used it so fast though!

I am not really sure what is the difference between the Body Butter and the Butter Lite from SPAresource, but I know I really enjoyed SPAresource Butter-Lite Sunrise Energy! This smells like nothing I have smelled before - floral with a hint of cucumber, I guess? Despite being lightly whipped, it has a nice thicker texture that is quickly absorbed into the skin, leaving it super soft, smooth and properly moisturized all day. No wonder this is such a nice and inexpensive alternative to The Body Shop body butters with ingredients such as aloe vera, shea butter and cocoa butter!

Earthen InstantPeel is a product that will probably never cease to amaze me - it's really super easy to use and I still think it's truly awesome to be able to actually see the peels of dead skin, it's like a proof that the product is working. I have never used something like this before! This product is great for dry and sensitive skin as it didn't leave my face irritated or even drier - I could feel my skin being softer and smoother. The only things I dislike about this product is the price - at $10 an application, it can be getting quite pricey - and the messy packaging.

The eczema on my hands was going really well until I experienced a huge flare-up for unknown reasons, just when I ran out of my thrusty Ratio-Clobetasol Propionate Ointment 0.05% w/w! This is basically topical corticosteroid, the strongest steroid I have been prescribed to use on my eczema, and the only thing that really works. 

Despite it's scrumptious coconut scent, I was a bit disapppointed by Bomb La Bon Bon Coco Choco Brown Sugar Scrub since it is the type of scrubs that makes a terrible slippery mess in the shower - because it is so oily, it falls everywhere before I have the time to properly rube it on my body, and I have to wash the shower after each use to ensure no one will fall and get hurt!

However, I was really impressed by Bomb La Bon Bon Cookies N Cream Bath Bomb - it really smells like Oreo cookies, and I can really feel the sweet almond oil in the bath and on my body - it leaves my skin sooooo amazingly soft, like nothing I have ever used! I swear I could even skip moisturizer after a bath with this product. It does leave the bath very slippery though, but this is minor since it works so well!

Just like every LUSH product I have, I took way too long to use Abombinaball Bath Bomb before it looses its smells, but oh well, it was still amazing! I used only one half and it was really long lasting once dropped in the water - it would not stop fizzing and foaming! The bomb started by releasing frothy white foam, then it released blue and green colorings, which finally left the water a gorgeous sea color - heavenly! After use, my skin was left smooth and moisturized - such a shame I can't talk about the scent though! Maybe next year?

Göt2b Rockin' It Dry Shampoo is probably my all-time favorite dry shampoo, for many reasons - its extra strong spray - seriously, I was blown away! - makes it easier to target your roots without spraying product all over your hair, it perfectly cleans my hair within minutes and it lasts a while - after 4 days, my hair is still clean!, it really infuses tons of volume and bounce, and I love its fresh and citrusy smell. What more can I ask for?

I still can't belive I found Nivea Visage Natural Beauty Beautifying Eye Care at Dollarama for only $2! I don't think I have really tried something from Nivea before and I don't really know why, maybe because none of their products really appealled to me and because they tend to be a bit on the pricey side for drugstore products. I liked to use this eye cream in the morning since it is a bit pearlescent so it does wake up my eyes a bit.

*Please note that L'Oréal Professionnel Intense Repair Cuti Liss System Intense Nutrition Masque for dry hair is NOT cruelty-free

Everyday Makeup Routine

It has been quite some time since I had a proper makeup routine because I have been working as a chambermaid at a local hotel for the last year and I did not really see the need for a full face of makeup back then since the job involved mainly cleaning rooms alone - I would even skip mascara when I was especially tired in the morning! However, I recently got a new job as an assistant manager, meaning that I get to work with people, and this simple fact motivates me to take more time for my makeup in the morning.

Of course, waking up at 4:45 is never easy and I would rather spend more time in bed than working on my makeup, so most days, I simply get away with mascara and concealer, but when I have more time ahead of me, I actually like prepping for work - am I the only one who thinks it is motivating?

Even though I don't really understand the hype surrounding Benefit The POREfessional, I really want to use up my tube since it was a gift, so I make sure to apply it on the areas where my pores are apparent - believe me, they are huge - hence my forehead, cheeks and chin. It does not really seem to make a difference in the size of my pores, but I like how it makes my skin silky smooth and how it primes for concealer and/or foundation.

When I forgot to apply self tanner the night before and I am feeling especially pale, or when I experience all over redness due to eczema, I like to rely on Covergirl NatureLuxe Liquid Silk Foundation* in 'Maple 340' since it provides just enough coverage while feeling super lightweight, and it even seems to give my face an healthy glow. 'Maple 340' seems a tad too dark when I am not wearing fake tan, but because the coverage is not heavy, it blends effortlessly for a natural and glowy finish.

Most of the time, I prefer to skip foundation and simply pinpoint problem areas with concealer, and my current concealer of choice is Marcelle Concealer Palette. It is made with a universal yellow-toned corrector base and three cream concealers with a silky texture that easily conceals imperfections, while ensuring a natural and uniform coverage.

I was recently given L'Oréal True Match Touche Magique Concealer* in 'Warm Beige' and I quite enjoy using it to brighten up my sleepy eyes since it is an illuminating concealer which helps to visibly improve the appearance of dark circles and fine lines. I find that its coverage is not heavy enough to properly concealer redness or imperfections, this is why I solely use it on my eye area, or as an highlighter around my nose.

I like to seal everything up with NYC Loose Translucent Face Powder* in 'Translucent'* since it does not leave my skin looking powdery or dry but it absolutely does not last all day, and believe me, I have extremely dry skin, so this is beyond me! Well, I guess that for around $3, you get what you pay for - I would not recommend this for people with oily skin type though.

I have tons of blushes and bronzers in my stash but I am trying to find favorites and stick to them in an attempt to use up a few, but the temptation to switch them up every few days is hard to resist! I have managed to rely on Physicians Formula Happy Booster Glow & Mood Boosting Powder in 'Bronzer' and Milani Baked Blush in 'Luminoso' almost every day for the past few weeks though! The bronzer has nothing special even though I like that it is mostly matte, but the blush - oh, that blush! - is the prettiest, universally-flattering, soft golden peachy/coral shade ever - it infuses my cheeks with a stunning sheen that illuminates my skin and instantly makes me look awake! I think I will write a proper review instead of going on and on endlessly about it, so stay tuned!

Maybe it is a bit too early to judge Dior Diorshow Extase Mascara in 'Black' since I have been using it for less than a month, but I am far from convinced. This does nothing exceptional that would justify $35, I don't understand how to use the weird brush shape so I always end up with tons of mascara all over my lids, not to mention that there is way too much product on the wand when you take it out of the tube. Its formula is way too wet and it takes forever to dry, especially if you apply coats after coats, which are likely to end up in a clumpy mess if you are not careful. It works OK and it does hold a curl all day, but that's all.

Most of the time, I will apply a swipe of neutral eyeshadow such as Too Faced Single Eye Shadow in 'Sitcom Siren' and simply line my eyes with MAC Eye Pencil in 'Ebony'* - which is awfully unpigmented and blends extremely badly, but I am trying to use it up - just to look a bit more put together. When I have some time left, I will finish by quickly filling my brows with Wet n Wild Coloricon Brow & Eye Liner in  'Taupe' which is the creamiest and smoothest brow liner I have ever used.

L - R: Bronze, Luminoso, Ebony, Sitcom Siren and Taupe

I still find it a bit hard to stick to a specific routine but it can truly saves time in the morning, and also, it helps you use up your products! Do you have a makeup routine?

*Please note that these products are NOT cruelty-free

FOTN | The road is long, we carry on, try to have fun in the meantime

I went clubbing with some friends at Pub Ste-Thérèse some times ago (hence the brown hair, lack of bangs and pasty white skin) and even though it has been years since the last time I stepped foot in this place, it was fun, but the DJ sucked big times! They were supposed to close the place for one week to renovate everything - and I really hope they "renovated" the DJ as well... kidding.

Wet n Wild Coloricon Brow & Eye Liner - Taupe (brows) | Avon True Color Eyeshadow Single - Night Sky* (smudged on top and lower lashline) | Maybelline Unstoppable Eyeliner - Onyx* (smudged on upper and lower lashline) | Annabelle Studio Mono Eyeshadow - B-Ray (outer corner) | Annabelle Studio Mono Eyeshadow - Graffiti (crease) | Annabelle Glitterama Liquid Eyeliner - Funshine (upper lashline) | L'Oréal Voluminous False Fiber Lashes - Black*

Benefit The POREfessional | Avon Healthy Makeup Mousse Foundation - Natural Beige* | Marcelle Concealer Palette - Universal Beige | Physicians Formula Bronze Booster Glow-Boosting Pressed Bronzer - Medium to Dark | MAC Surf, Baby! Cheek Powder - My Paradise*

* These products are NOT cruelty-free

Lyrics are from Born To Die, by Lana Del Rey

FOTD: Make me your radio, turn me up when you feel low

I realized that I rarely reach for my Wet N Wild Coloricon eyeshadow palette in Lust. It is truly gorgeous, but I find the all of the shades pretty dark for everyday wear. Also, I always have trouble blending the matte shades.

I decided to give it another try today, and I think I have found the trick to make the eyeshadows look less intense: after applying and blending the purple shades, I dusted a little of the shimmery brow bone shade in the middle of the lid - it softens the overall look and adds a pop of radiance.

Face

OLAY  Regenerist Eye Touch of Concealer Eye Regenerating Cream *
Marcelle Concealer Palette - Universal Beige

Benefit That Gal Brightening Face Primer

Sheer Cover Mineral Foundation SPF 15 - Bisque *

Annabelle Rippled Sand Bronzer - Bali Bronze

mark Good Glowing Custom Pick Powder Blush - After Glo*

Eyes

L'Oréal Voluminous Carbon Black *

Wet N Wild Coloricon Eyeshadow Palette - Lust

* These products are NOT cruelty-free.

Lyrics are from Stereo Hearts, from Gym Class Heroes ft. Adam Levine

FOTD + OOTD: & in another life I would be your girl, we keep all our promises, be us against the world

Well, this post is sooooo late as these are a FOTD and a OOTD I put together to work at the clothing store... because I stopped working there around Christmas time!

Face

Benefit The POREfessional*

Sheer Cover Mineral Foundation FPS 15 - Bisque*

OLAY Regenerist Eye Touch of Concealer Eye Regenerating Cream*

Annabelle Rippled Sand Bronzer - Bali Bronze

Milani Baked Powder Blush - Dolce Pink

Eyes

L'Oréal Voluminous Carbon Black*

Maybelline Expert Wear Eyeshadow Quad - Natural Smokes*

Lips

NYX Round Lipstick - Tea Rose

Green tank - Sirens | Cardigan - San Francisco | Belt - Giant Tiger | Pants - borrowed from my mother | Key necklace - Etsy 

* These products are NOT cruelty-free

Lyrics are from The One That Got Away, from Katy Perry

January Empties

☑ Marcelle Essentials Purity Soothing Cleansing Water See my review here.

Repurchase? yes! This is my HG makeup remover!

What I'm currently using to replace it: Pond's Cold Cream*

☑ Nivea Visage Gentle Toner I don't really believe in toner, I don't know, it just seems like another useless step in my beauty routine. I mean, if you use a proper face cleanser, you wouldn't feel the need to use a toner, right? I prefer to use toner in the morning instead of washing my face with water - it's faster and it's gentler on my dry skin than water. I like the smell of this one, for some reasons it reminds me of baby powder, and it's very gentle on my skin.

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: Marcelle AC-Solutions Anti-Imperfections Clarifying Lotion for acne-prone skin

☑ Glamour Gal Soap Petals with the essence of roses, violets, lavender & musk This is a useless and very annoying product - it did nothing for my skin, it smelled nothing and it was a mess to clean after as it stuck all over the tub!

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: other bath treats

☑ L'Oréal Paris Go 360° Clean Deep Exfoliating Scrub (sample 30 mL)* I don't like this, it's not abrasive enough and I think it's more of a cleanser than a scrub because it foams a lot and the beads disappear in seconds - everything I hate in a scrub!

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: Burt's Bees Peach and Willowbark Deep Pore Scrub

☑ L'Oréal Voluminous False Fiber Lashes Mascara* See my review here.

Repurchase? no, first because L'Oréal tests on animals, but also because this mascara is far too dry for my taste.

What I'm currently using to replace it: Marcelle Power Volume Mascara

☑ e.l.f. Mechanical Eyelash Curler This is the only eyelash curler that I have tried that really works at curling my super straight lashes, but I hate, hate, hate how the metal top is so sharp that it always dig in the rubber pad, creating dents that pull off my precious eyelashes. Also, the stupid pad always falls off and, as if it wasn't enough, you can't purchase the rubber pad separately so you have to buy a new curler everytime which is not really a problem because it's only $1, but still, it's such a waste. Despite all of the bad things I pointed out, I still stick with this curler - do I really have a choice?

Repurchase? yes

What I'm currently using to replace it: e.l.f. Mechanical Eyelash Curler

☑ Passion Savon Mandarin Yoghurt Natural Handmade Soap See my review here.

Repurchase? no, there are many handmade soaps out there that smell better and that don't melt as quickly.

What I'm currently using to replace it: other Passion Savon soaps

☑ Vivaderm Daily Moisturizer See my review here.

Repurchase? yes

What I'm currently using to replace it: The Body Shop Shea Body Butter

☑ OLAY Regenerist Eye Touch of Concealer Eye Regenerating Cream (7 mL)* I really wanted to like this but honestly, I'm not sure it really works - I mean, it's too sheer to be used as a concealer and I don't feel it did something for my eyes either.

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: theBalm Time Balm in Light

☑ Burt's Bees Beeswax & Almond Milk Hand Creme (sample size) Because my job involves submerging my hands in the water and manipulating harsh chemicals a lot, I need to keep my eczema-prone hands moisturized so I keep sample-size hand creams in the pocket of my uniform. I really hate the texture of this hand cream, it's really thick and hard to spread on my hands, I guess it's because of the beeswax. It might be OK for night time but it tends to make my hands sticky during the day and that's annoying! Also, the scent isn't amazing and it's very strong.

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: Burt's Bees Beeswax & Banana Hand Creme (sample size) 

☑ John Frieda Collection Frizz-Ease Heat Defeat Protective Styling Spray I'm not sure how you can say if a heat protection product really works or not but I guess as long as your hair is still healthy and not fried or damaged after regular heat styling, it does! This one smells fresh and fruity which I really like, and I also like the pump handle which makes it easier to dispense product.

Repurchase? yes

What I'm currently using to replace it: La Coupe Flat Iron Thermal Straightening Spray

☑ Taro Clobetasol Propionate Ointment USP 0.05% w/w This is basically topical corticosteroid, the strongest steroid I've been prescribed to use on my eczema, and the only thing that really works. I have to pay the price, however: this stuff is so strong that is has partly discolored my skin where I had patches of eczema - now I look like I don't know how to use fake tan, and that's not pretty. I've been told there's nothing I can do to have an even pigmentation again. F*ck my life.

Repurchase? I hope I won't have to...

What I'm currently using to replace it: other prescriptions for my eczema

☑ Clairol Natural Instincts Color Treat Color Conditioning Treatment* This is just your average conditioner that comes in a box of hair dye. This one is actually smaller than the ones I have used previously, but I guess it's because they include the Week 2 Color Refresher in the box as well. See my review of Clairol Natural Instincts Vibrant here.

Repurchase? no 

What I'm currently using to replace it: random hair dye conditiong treatment

 *These products are NOT cruelty-free 

FOTD + OOTD: & the games you play, you would always win, always win

Since some of you requested more work FOTD and OOTD posts, so here is another! It's a very simple look I put together for a 3 hours shift.

Face

L'Oréal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base*

Sheer Cover Mineral Foundation FPS 15 - Bisque*

OLAY Regenerist Eye Touch of Concealer Eye Regenerating Cream*

Marcelle Horizon Bronzing Pressed Powder - Heat Wave

Annabelle Blossom Blush - Peachy

Eyes

Rimmel Lycra Lash Extender - Black* (absolutely hate this!)

ELF Eyelid primer - Champagne

Wet n Wild Coloricon Brow & Eye Liner - Taupe (brows)

Annabelle Smudge Paint - Muddy (smudged all over lid)
Maybelline Unstoppable Eyeliner - Onyx* (smudged on lower lashline)

Lips

ELF Hypershine Gloss - Berry Cherry

White tank - Forever21 | Cardigan - gift | Pants - borrowed from my mother | Key necklace - Etsy 

* These products are NOT cruelty-free

Lyrics are from Set Fire To The Rain, by Adele

Marcelle/Annabelle #Avant1reBeauté Event

Last week, I had the chance to attend Marcelle/Annabelle Spring 2012 preview party at Philips Lounge in Montreal. It was the first blogger event I ever attended and let me tell you, I was so excited! But I wasn't the only one, everybody on Twitter was talking about it so much that the event was even given its own hashtag: #Avant1reBeaute!

First, let's start by my FOTN. Of course, because - as you all know - I have time management problems, I didn't have the time to properly do my makeup or take pictures. I finished work at 1:00 and I was meeting Mélanie at 5:00 at the subway station, and I told myself, "Oh, I still have plenty of time to chill and read blogs with a cuppa"... but by 3:30, I realized that I had to be at the subway station for 5:00, not leave at 5:00! So I rushed to do my makeup, and I didn't have any time left to do my hair so I resorted to dry shampoo - story of my life. The only picture I have of my FOTD is one I took when I got back from the party, so sorry if I look tired.

Face

Benefit The POREfessional*

Sheer Cover Mineral Foundation FPS 15 - Bisque*

OLAY Regenerist Eye Touch of Concealer Eye Regenerating Cream*

100% Cocoa Pigmented Bronzer - Brown Sugar
Annabelle Mineral Powder Blush - Au Naturel

Eyes

L'Oréal Voluminous False Lashes - Black*

ELF Eyelid primer - Champagne

Wet n Wild Coloricon Brow & Eye Liner - Taupe
Maybelline Unstoppable Eyeliner - Onyx (upper lashline, waterline and smudged on lower lashline)* 

Too Faced Natural Eye Palette (Honey Pot on the lid and inner corner, Cocoa Puff on the corner corner and Silk Teddy on the browbone and inner corner)

Lips

MAC Frost Lipstick - Angel (in the picture, I have lipbalm over it)

As for my OOTN, I wore the yellow dress from Winners that I wore to my friend Geneviève's wedding with some nude heels from K-Mart that I showed you in this post. I have borrowed the earrings from my mother and the key necklace that I wear on a daily basis is an amazing find from Etsy. On my nails, it's Deborah Lippmann Shake Your Groove Thing - but I'm not showing it to you yet =P

After taking the wrong subway exit and getting lost, Mélanie and I finally made it to the event around one hour late. I'm glad I was with her as I would have probably never made it to the event by myself with my legendary sense of direction and my awful heels that I had to remove before and after the event.

At the event, I had the pleasure to meet some amazing ladies such as the ever so lovely Isabel from Marcelle, Josy-Anne (that girl is seriously insane, I love her so much already!), Hélène, Fatou, Hélène-Manon and even Andrée Watters, a country-rock singer from Quebec!

(image: purplefolie.blogspot.com)

We had the opportunity to make our very own Annabelle Big Show custom lipgloss! We had to choose four shades that were going to be mixed together to create the perfect shade. I wanted something baby pink but it's hard to achieve when there's no real pale pink shade in the lot - I'm still pleased with the results though, and as we received two tubes of our glosses, Mélanie and I swapped ours to have two different shades (:

The Big Show lipglosses are light,  moisturizing, sheer, non sticky and way more shiny than any of the previous Annabelle lipglosses. They come in a wide variety of colors and I don't think they have a scent - well I couldn't smell anything!

(image: be-stunning.blogspot.com)

Something I'm very excited to test and review is the new Marcelle Marcelle Xtension Plus Mascara. Just look at the packaging, isn't it super sexy? I must say I'm not usually a fan of those hard plastic brushes but still, with such a catchy name like that, I can't wait to put it to the test!

(image: be-stunning.blogspot.com)

Another product that instantly catched my eyes is the new Marcelle Renforcils Waterproof Makeup Remover with Lash Fortifying Complex. At first I thought they had just redesigned the tube of Marcelle Essentials Soothing Eye Make-Up Remover Gel, but no, it's a totally new product that will allow you to remove your makeup while fortifying your lashes, how neat is that?

(image: be-stunning.blogspot.com)

Marcelle Gene Youth collection - it's not only for older ladies, you can use these products at any age! They have a day dare, a nigh care and an eye care.

I totally missed the Glitterama and the Smudge Paint bars because the place was crowded and I was having too much fun anyway so I completely forgot about these, but from what I saw, there will be tons of fun new shades!

And now, for the big surprise...

Marcelle will be launching a BB Cream! I couldn't believe it, I can't wait for it to be officially launched!

Josy-Anne, Isabel, me and Mélanie

Me, Hélène-Manon and Mélanie

Hélène, me and Valérie

Andrée Watters and me

Of course, we all received a goodie bag!

(image: be-stunning.blogspot.com)

Here's what mine contained :

• Marcelle Essentials Purity Soothing Cleansing Water
• Marcelle Hydra-C Energizing Hydrating Gel
• Marcelle Multi-Colour Powder Blush in Pink Fusion
• Marcelle Rouge Xpression Lipstick in Attitude (cream)
• Marcelle Xtension Plus Mascara in Black
• Marcelle Liquid Eyeliner Pen in Very Black
• Marcelle LUX Eye Dust in Bronze Millionaire
• Annabelle Smudge Paint in Muddy
• Annabelle Smoothie Eyeshadow Pencil in Melonade
• Annabelle Smoothie Eyeshadow Pencil in Cocoaloco
• Annabelle Smoothie Eyeshadow Pencil in Acaidasiac
• Annabelle Kohl Eyeliner in Black
• Annabelle Kohl Eyeliner in Violet
• Annabelle Big Show Custom Lip Shine made by me (sheer pale pink)
• Annabelle Big Show Custom Lip Shine made by Mélanie (shimmery pink)

A huge thank you to Isabel and to the Marcelle and Annabelle team for such a wonderful event!

FOTD + OOTD: Tell me what you want so we can do just what you like

I recently started working as a sales person at a clothing boutique at my local mall (I won't discolse the name here, I don't want any problem, but if you really want yo know, you can tweet me) and I love it so far, it's very different from my previous jobs but I'm always up for new aventures and challenges!

The employees have a dress code to follow and I'm actually enjoying having to get dressed up for work - and we are also required to wear lipstick or lipgloss, which is cool because I don't have lots of occasions to wear lipsticks and I have so many! So here are my FOTD and OOTD for my second day at work.

Face

Benefit The POREfessional*

Sheer Cover Mineral Foundation FPS 15 - Bisque*

OLAY Regenerist Eye Touch of Concealer Eye Regenerating Cream*

Physicians Formula Happy Booster Glow & Mood Boosting Powder - Bronzer

mark. Good Glowing Custom Pick Powder Blush - After Glo

Eyes

Rimmel Lycra Lash Extender - Black*

L'Oréal Voluminous Carbon Black *

ELF Eyelid primer - Champagne

Wet n Wild Coloricon Brow & Eye Liner - Taupe

Maybelline Expert Wear Eyeshadow Quad - Natural Smokes*

Lips

Marcelle Rouge Xpression - Sentimental (pearl)

Lace cami - Stitches | Pink top - Giant Tiger | Grey cardigan - Giant Tiger | Belt - Giant Tiger | Leggings - eBay | Booties - Wal-Mart | Key necklace - Etsy

* These products are NOT cruelty-free

Lyrics are from You Make Me Feel, from Cobra Starship ft. Sabi

FOTD + OOTD: You had a lot of crooks tryna steal your heart, never really had luck, couldn’t never figure out how to love

I've been requested a look using MAC Surf Baby Cheek Powder in My Paradise that I recently won in Michelle's 100 followers giveaway (thank you again Michelle!) and I couldn't wait to show you how gorgeous it is!

Face

OLAY  Regenerist Eye Touch of Concealer Eye Regenerating Cream *

Marcelle Concealer Palette - Universal Beige

Benefit That Gal Brightening Face Primer *

Sheer Cover Mineral Foundation SPF 15 - Bisque *

Annabelle Zebra Bronzing Powder - Haute Gold

MAC Surf Baby Cheek Powder - My Paradise

Eyes

L'Oréal Voluminous Carbon Black *

Too Faced Eye Shadow - Sitcom Siren

Lips

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick - Pink In The Afternoon

L - R: only the blush color, only the overspray, both blended together

As I mentionned above, the sole purpose of this FOTD was to show you how gorgeous My Paradise looked once applied on the cheeks... but of course I forgot to take proper pictures before leaving for school, so I had to rush to take pictures with my phone once in my car, hence the crappy quality. I hope you can still see how gorgeous and shimmery it is? I have found the glitters to be quite chunky and hard to blend but I love how they tone down the blush a bit, because it's super pigmented.

Plaid shirt - Stitches | Striped tank - The Bay | Hurley Jacket - Winners | Miley Cyrus & Max Azria jeggings - Wal-Mart | Leopard print flats - Wal-Mart | Nail polish - Eyeko Posh polish

* Product tested on animals. You may (or may not) be aware that Gaby's Beauty Blog recently went cruelty-free. However, I hope it's understandable that I can't simply throw away the products I have previously purchased that have unfortunately been tested on animals - believe me, I wouldn't hesitate if I were rich! My goal is to use up those products but not repurchase them in the future. Also, Gaby's Beauty Blog will no longer accept for review purposes products that have been tested on animals.

Lyrics are from How To Love, from Lil Wayne