Self Tanning Q&A

If you know me in real life, or have read my blog for a while, you know that I have been a spray tan addict since maybe 8th grade. When I started let me tell you, I made many, many, (did I say many?) mistakes. Fast forward a good nine or so years and I would say I am some what of a pro. Ok, I still make the casual mess up from time to time, but, I have learned a ton! I always get tons of questions about it so I thought I'd do a little *clap* Q *clap* and Slay *clap* in the wise words of Tyler Oakley.

Kylie Jenner Lip Dupes!

Kylie Jenner is always known for her lips. Lip injections or not? What do you think? I personally care more about the colors she wears on them! Her lip color has been the talk of 2014 and now 15. Kim finally broke the silence and told the Pixi Woo sisters that Kylie wears Macs Whirl lip liner and colors in her entire lip. Ever since then-- since now Whirl is coincidentally out of stock everywhere-- every one is trying to replicate this unique nude. Me included. Here are my favorite 'Kylie-esq' lip ideeerz.

                                                          
                                                           1) Maybelline Lipstick in Touch of Spice

2) Nars Audacious Lipstick in Anna

3) Maybelline Lipstick in Daringly Nude

4) Mac Twig 

1) MAC Lip Liner in Stripdown

2) Rimmel Lip Liner in Tsiramu

3) NYX Lip Liner in Natural

All of these lip options have been my GO TO! All day, everyday. Have you tried any of these lip options? Whats your favorite Kylie Lip? Do you like the dark nude trend? Or should we keep it in the 90s? Let me know in the comments! Talk to you all sooooon xo

Sephora HAULIZZL + Link UP

I'm gonna pop some tags. I only got twenty dollasssss' in my pocket.

Ok, thats not ever the case when you go to Sephora. Well atleast, not when I go hahah. I always go for one certain thing and end up with five thousand different things in my bag. Happens every time. Whos with me?! I have been really good for the last few months with my temptations but so many things came out lately that I had to give in to the urge. Some of them are new items and some are repurchases! But, I am so excited for them all! ALSO-- Keep reading to the end to check out some of my favorite bloggers :)

Kat Von D Shade & Light Palette | Becca Shimmering Skin Perfecter in Opal | Smashbox Primer Water |
NARS lipstick in Anna | Makeup Forever HD Foundation

I will be playing with all of those products soon and letting you know what I think. I can already tell a few of these will be in my April Favorites-- EEK! The Smashbox Primer looks so fun! I have really dry skin so I feel like a 'water primer' will be perfect. Its also cool you can store it in the fridge! How refreshinnnnnn'. Have you tried any of them? Let me know in the comments. AND if you check out any of the blogs below let them know I sent you!

Blind, am I.

I am blind.
I am, blind.
I, am blind.
Blind, am I.
Blind, I am.

Whatever way you want to write it, I have the worst vision. EVER. Ok, there probably is worse. But, mines pretty bad. Lucky for me I actually like glasses. I love being able to switch up my style between different glasses, different styles and contacts! I even think if I had 20/20 vision I would still wear glasses once in a while. They are just fun. Just like my beauty/fashion finds, I found an AWESOME online glasses company that I thought you all would love.

Firmoo.

All About That BASE

But really, I'm with you Megan Trainor!

I think that your base makeup is what really makes your look put together.. Lets just get a little off topic for a sec--
Lets just say, ya know, hypothetically, you saw a girl with a full face, foundation, contour, highlight, blush done and little mascara, maybe some eye liner and a bold lip, heck, even a nude lip, you would think her life was put together right? So what if there was a different girl, maybe slacked, didn't use foundation that day, or maybe she even did, but it was patchy and didn't look very nice, with a blown out beautiful smokey eye, but her skin looks like abs crap. Which girls makeup would you like better? I feel like this is a no brainer... In my book, I think the skin always comes first! Make that beautiful then move on to the extra shenanigans. If you have a beautiful base everything else is just icing on the cake. 

On the same note, spending money on quality products for your face I really believe makes all of the difference! Not that you can't find a good deal now and again but most of the time. Wash your face with grease it will look like a pizza. (That didn't make sense) Just use good products ok? 

Smashbox Photo Finish Primer | Georgio Armani Luminous Silk | 

Mac Pro Longwear Concealer | Anastasia Contour Kit | Soleil Tan De Chanel | Hourglass Powder

January Faveez

So, the first month of 2015 is gone! Crazy! Although, I usually think months go by so fast and weirdly enough I felt like January dragged. But, I am not complaining.. I am so excited for February and the rest of the upcoming months! *ahem, summer, cough* So go on January, byeeee Felecia! February is my bday month and I cannot wait. This month I actually didn't try a lot of new products. But, I did fall in love with products I kinda forgot about. (Don't you love it when that happens?) My wallet is pretty happy, hehe. I have kind of a lot so, lesssssss get into it.

Friday Favorites!

HIIIIIIIIIII! 

I'm sorry everyone for the lack of posts this week but I have been super busy. Luckily for you it has to do a lot with my blog so you will see shortly;) But, since I have nothing in my back pocket to talk about I thought I would share some things I have been obsessed with lately! Hair, to makeup, to clothes to... Whatever I feel like bloggin. 

Ya feel me? 

So recently, I have been obsessed with Kohls. I know, I know, who goes to Kohls anymore. Well I DO! They have amazing deals alwaysssssss. Especially if you have a Kohls Charge Card (which I wouldn't get if I were you bc its amazing) you get even more coupons! The other day I bought 2 of these shirts one in Coral and one in Black. They are just so simple and you can wear it with anything and it looks pretty classy without trying to hard (which is my fav) and they were like $10 with the coupon I had.. You cannot beat that. 

Again from Kohls, the Lauren Conrad section is to die for.... I got these plain black skinny pants. They almost literally are like leggings. They feel like leggings. Actually they feel like pjs.. But they are thicker material and look like dress pants. I LOVE THEM. If you like PJs you need to get them.

Next this Maybelline blush is literally almost gone I love it so much. Its the perfect pink and usually I'm a matte blush kinda girl but this just gives the best glow to your skin. This blush is almost like a sheen. Its so affordable which is always good as well.

This quote has been all over Pinterest and has turned into literally the most true statement to me. And ok, because its by my people might make me love it a little more. It has definitely been a favorite!

Another drugstore love lately, (WHO AM I TURNING INTO) is the Loreal True Match.. You can get this at Target or Ulta too. I know I'm late on the band wagon but, I can't even. It is a matte full coverage foundation that I have literally never seen in a cheap foundation. I can get like 7-10 hour wear out of this bad boy too. PERFECTION! 

My favorite YouTuber lately has for sure been, Zoella. If you haven't seen her, you need to. She is literally the funniest most genuion person on this planet and I don't even know her. Another plus, is she's British!!! Im so jealous of her and her boyfriend Alfie too. I literally waste so much time tumbling on #Zalfie. Its pathetic. I wouldn't do it. You will get an imaginary Disney type relationship that is not real! Hahahahhaha--- She's amazing check her out! 

AND LASTLY BUT NOT DEFINITELY NOT LEAST, The Vampire Diaries.... The last episode, WTF?!?!?!??!?! I don't want to spoil it for any of you but, if you've seen it lets chat about it because I literally am depressed. Are you Stelena or Delena?! 

And those were a few of my favorite things lateeelyy! What have yours been? Let me know in the comments;)

5 Products That Really Do What They Claim!

I don't know about all of you... But, I am super gullible. Anything anyone says I immediately believe. Its honestly ridiculous, I know. Someone could tell me that Obama just jumped off a cliff and I would honestly believe it. So with that said, reading the back of hair products I automatically believe every claim it says and buy it. I'm always like "Cool, this will magically get rid of my split ends!" Girls, nothing can get rid of your split ends lets just get that straight right now... Except a haircut. Sorry to ruin all of your days---from someone who bought every single product out there to try, nothing is going to take two hairs and seal it back into one. It doesn't work like that unfortunately.. I just hate it when products lie to me at the end of the day. I thought I would dedicate a post to all of the products I have tried and all the claims do actually work and your hair will thank you:)

Disclaimer: All of these products are pretty pricy but I learned in beauty school-- You can't wash a Maserati with Dawn Dish Soap! You get out of your hair what you put into it.. 

1) Macadamia Natural Oil Deep Repair Mask--- You can get this from Ulta... It is $33! 

It claims:

"Macadamia Deep Repair Masque is a revitalizing hair reconstructor for dry, damaged hair. A combination of macadamia oil and argon oil along with tea tree oil, chamomile oil, aloe and algae extracts rejuvenate and rebuild the hair, leaving the hair deeply nourished for improved elasticity and shine with long-lasting conditioning benefits"-- per Ultas site

Honestly, I believe every single thing... I use it religiously and my big tub of it has lasted me a year. When I had super long hair my hair was always so gross, just like straw from coloring it so much and what not.. So once a week I would apply this product, use a wide tooth comb to comb through and keep it on for five minutes and wash it out. Sometimes if my hair was so bad I would keep it on overnight and put a shower cap on and boy did my hair love me...

2) Paul Mitchell Shampoo Two-- You can get this from ME at Vitality!

It claims:

"Basics: Deeply cleanses oily hair and scalps.

Benefits: Leaves hair fresh, shiny and full of body.

Bonus: Minimizes oil production so hair becomes less oily over time.

Details: Wheat-derived conditioners boost body and shine. 

Fresh lemon fragrance. 

Color-safe formula"

-Per Paul Mitchell Website

Yet again I believe all of this... I use this again once a week before my Macadamia conditioner to get rid of buildup in my hair and honestly it makes the world of a difference.. I have theee worst oily scalp as you read here so it honestly helped me sooo much. For someone who doesn't use a lot of product in their hair I would use this maybe once a month. It could be a little harsh on the hair if used to often. 

3) Its a 10! Miracle Leave In Product-- You can get this from your hairdresser or Birchbox for $20

It claims:

Does 10 Things INSTANTLY!

1) Repairs Dry, Damaged Hair 2) Adds Shine 3) Detangles 4) Controls Frizz 5) Seals and Protects Hair Color 6) Prevents Split Ends 7) Stops Hair Breakage 8) Creates Silkiness 9) Enhances Natural Body 10) Thermal Protector -Per the back of my bottle ;)

Soooooo basically how about I just say it how it is--- I wouldn't be caught dead without this product. I literally have 3 bottles in my closet right now. If you think I am kidding.... I'm not. This is my holy grail and I honestly think it was the reason my hair got as long as it did (aka last year) This just really sped it up and made my hair feel healthy. Its honestly odd but I swear its like gold in a bottle. 

4) Redken Quick Tease-- You can get this from Ulta for $18

It claims:

"The patented spray technology offers three benefits in one bottle! Mist allows it to instantly create volumizing and texturized results while maintaining a long-lasting matte finish and hold." -Ultas site

I believe it.. My hair sucks at teasing but if you put this bad boy in right before you tease it will be huge and last all day long... I even used to use it just to funk up the rest of my hair a bit to add some grit and texture! Its one of those products at least to me that you would never know it really works until you get it and are amazed. I am obsessed!

5) Sea Salt Spray-- You can get this from Lush for $12.95

It claims:

"Our sea salt, sea water and seaweed spritz holds hair in place, adds shine and gives body for a beach-beautiful look. A gorgeous orange flower, grapefruit, neroli and rosewood blend perfumes the spray. It smells so divine, we've been spritzing it in our hair just to smell the fragrance! Use anytime you want to refresh, re-style or add some volume, texture and shine." -Lush.com

I don't even need to say anything because they just said it all.............. You look and smell just like you have been at the beach all day. Thats my favvvvvve look! Yet again, wouldn't be caught dead without this.

Sorry this blog was so long guys!! But let me know in the comments below what your favorite hair products are-- As you can probably tell I love trying new things! :) Cya lata!

Product Doppelgängers: Splurge vs. Steal!

If you knew me you would know I'm kinda a bit obsessed with The Vampire Diaries.... Ok.... I'm really obsessed. All I do is work, watch The Vampire Diaries, eat, blog and sleep... That is all. So since I am waiting oh so patiently for the rest of the episodes to go on Hulu I thought I would make a doppelgänger post! (Everytime I pronounce it in my head I say it like Rebekah in a british accent i.e doppel-gangah.. Please say I'm not the only one!?) If you don't watch the show I'm sorry for ranting but a doppelgänger is a "paranormal double of a living person." In this case a product! Each one is a splurge than the other is a dupe for the product at a lower cost for my girls on a budget! 

1. Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer-- $28.00 vs. NYX Concealer Wand-- $5.00

The NYX Concealer Wand is a staple in my makeup collection. Its one of my all time favorite concealers to highlight with! I would say it has the same consistency as the Nars and they both have light reflecting particles and are very light weight! They both have medium to heavy coverage. I would honestly take my $5 and run to get the NYX Concealer because why waste the $28 when its almost the same product. 

2. Benefit They're Real Mascara-- $23.00 vs. Covergirl Lash Blast Fusion Mascara-- $6.35

I really do love Benefits mascara I must say... The Lash Blast I love overall but it can dry out after a bit I'm not going to lie but other than that it is a complete copy of the They're Real Mascara.. If you love long, long, long lashes on top and bottom with volume as well this is your mascara! 

3. Stila Kitten Eyeshadow-- $18.00 vs. Loreal Infallible 'Iced Latte' Eyeshadow-- $7.99

I can't believe I'm going to say this but I actually like Loreals better! They are both a shimmer nude pink color and a great base to any shadow look you're trying to achieve! It is great for everyday but you can spice it up with a dark crease for night and its soooooo beautiful. With Kitten I feel like you get a lot of fall out and I never have that issue with the Iced Latte. Another plus is right now on Ulta.com you can get any Loreal products for Buy one, Get one for %50 and it says special gift with purchase woooooohoooo! Can't beat that!

4. Benefit Brow Zing-- $30.00 vs. Elf Brow Kit-- $3.00

Yet again I really love the Elf Brow Kit more but they are sooooo similar. I'm just being fussy. I am so weird about smells and the Brow Zing smells like plato and it just yerks me I don't know why hahahah. But, all in all they are both great products but the same. I don't feel like color wise I get any different look which I should paying $27 more! Also, with my brows I like to use a harder brush and the Brow Zings brush is very flimsy. So ELF ELF ELF! I always go back to that kit no matter what.

I hope this helped my ladies on a budget with Christmas right around the corner! Let me know in the comments if you would like to see some more doppelgangaaa products:) 

Fall Beauty Favorites

Fall is my favorite time for makeup. You can sport a dark ruby lip with a nice winged eyeliner and it just fits with your chunky cardigan. I have five favorites that range from cheap to alittle pricy. But all in all totally worth the splurge... But who doesn't love a good bargain?

1. Essie in Smokin Hot- Ulta for $8.00

2. Stila in Kitten- Sephora for $18.00

3. Rimmel London in Berry- Amazon for $4.99

4. Naked Basics- Sephora for $27.00

5. Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Lip Stain in Smitten- Walgreens for $6.99

THE FIRST BLOG!!

Hi! I'm Emily! Welcome to my first blog! I'm SO excited about it. I am 21 years old and living in the middle of nowhere in upstate New York. I just graduated in June at Buffalo, NY from cosmetology school and recently moved back to my home town. When I moved home I got a job at a salon & spa. I am loving it. I have never been happier to be back behind the chair!

My two favorite things in this world are everything and anything to do with beauty and my dog, Lola.

As much as I do love Lo (hehe), my goal of this blog is to show how FUN beauty is and to help make every single viewer of my blog feel beautiful. Thank you for visiting! I would love to hear from you! My e-mail is emily.augustinehair@gmail.com XOXO -Em