Monday October 28, 2012 BLOG HOP!

Monday Beauties Blog Hop October 28, 2012

Hello Beauty Lovers and Bloggers! :) Welcome back to Monday Beauties blog hop! Where I hope to create a place where bloggers can come together and share their links in a friendly and supportive manner! If you are saying "What the hell is a blog hop?" just click here and it will explain EVERYTHING:)



Now let's get to business: Here are the very simple rules:


1. Subscribe to my blog via GFC and leave a comment below to let me know you are following (with your link) so I can follow back :)
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2. Add your blog URL to the Linky Below! (make sure to include http://www.)


3. Check out as many blogs as you want and if you decide to follow leave a comment letting them know that you have subscribed and found them on Monday Beauties Blog hop! :)


4. Check out the featured blogs! :)


OPTIONAL If you want to be really nice to me! :)

 

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**I will choose 2 blogs each week via Random.org(random number generator) and mention them in the next weekly hop as "Featured blogs"

 **The blog hop will go up every Sunday around 2:30pm Eastern Time and will come down on Tuesday around 5pm. This way everyone will have time to participate and check out other blogs :)

Thanks so much for participating! :) Lets Begin

Featured Blogs:

Visit Glitter Tips!! 

 

Visit pretty.not.included!! 

Influenster Beauty Bloggers VoxBox 2012

I just received my Influenster Beauty Bloggers Voxbox , I always get so excited when they come. If you're not familiar with how Influenster works just click here but basically it's a site you sign up for and take surveys to unlock badges and if you qualify you will receive one of these boxes. It's 100% free and all they ask is that you share your thoughts on the products on your social media profiles.
This is my 3rd voxbox I've qualified for in the past year. If you would like to see what came in the other two boxes click here and here.

This time around the theme of the voxbox is Beauty Blogger which means they were picked out for beauty bloggers and vloggers in mind. I've never been disappointed with any of the boxes but I think this one is my favorite because of the fab products. I wanted to show you what I got for now and when I try each product I will come back with my thoughts on them. Below is the description of each product that was given on the back of the VoxBox card.

KISS Ever Pro Lashes Starter Kit: $5.99
Bring the salon home with this eyelash starter kit, complete with eyelashes, adhesive and applicator. This latex-free glue has a 24-hour hold, for lashes you can bat all day and all night.

EBOOST: $28 for box of 20 effervescent powders
EBOOST will boost your mind, focus, and immunity with natural ingredients and no crash. As a shot or an easy to mix powder and i four flavors, you'll feel great whether you choose Orange, Pink Lemonade, Acai Pomegranate, or Super Berry.

Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin: $7.29
Never have the time for a great updo? Not anymore! The Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin allows you to easily achieve three chic updo styles. Simply twirl your hair up and spin the two Spin Pins in for a perfect undone bun, side bun or double bun!


NYC New York Color Individual Eyes Custom Compact: $4.99
This all-in one compact comes with everything you need for a complete eye look: primer, illuminator, applicator and complementing shadows. With four colors, specially coordinated to intensify and enhance your eye color, you can create a look as individual as you are. Make your eyes pop!


Not Your Mother's Kinky Moves Curl Defining Hair Cream: $6.00 for a full sized bottle
Kinky moves is infused with natural grape seed & jasmine to encourage natural curls and eliminate frizz and fly-aways.


Bath & Body Works Mini Candles: $3.50
Mini but mighty! Bath & Body Works Mini Candles provide an amazing fragrance experience exclusively developed and tested by a team of Home Fragrances experts, including the world's best master perfumers. And, from now until Oct 28th, you can save $10 on a 3-Wick Bath & Body Works candle with the included coupon!


Based on scores and demo info, select members may receive one of the following bonus products:

Either Vitabath Fragrance Mist or Boots No. 7 Beautiful Skin. I received the Vitabath Fragrance Mist:
Vitabath presents a new line of lightweight Fragrance Mists in 16 fabulous scents. This revitalizing, weight-free formula is infused with conditioning vitamins and a unique antioxidant blend to keep your skin refreshed and happy. Smell absolutely delicious with Vitabath!

I'm excited to try these products out and tell you what I think! Are you part of the Influenster community? If not, you should really check it out. Just go to Influenster.com

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TAG! This...or That?

I haven't done a tag in a while and it's fun to do one every now and then. I wasn't tagged by anyone, actually the lovely Jana from Gloss & Glitz recommended this to me. So thanks Jana!! Oh and if you haven't yet read her blog you really should and her amazing YouTube channel!

I'm not going to tag anyone so feel free to join in if you haven't done it yet:)

1. Blush or Bronzer?
I definitely have to go with bronzer. I've been wearing it almost everyday for the longest time, especially during the winter. Don't get me wrong I like blush too but if I had to choose one to wear it would be bronzer. I'm currently using Physicians Formula Healthy Wear with SPF 50.

2. Lipgloss or Lipstick?
I'm not a big lipgloss or lipstick girl, never have been. I've always liked my chapstick. Once in a while when I find a lipgloss I really like I'll wear it. I've probably only worn lipstick a handful of times in my life.

3. Chapstick or Lipbalm?
Chapstick! I have a few favs, Blistex Silk and Shine and Lipsmakers. I do like Revlon's Lipbutters though, there so moisturizing!

4. Matte or Sparkle Eye Shadow?
Matte is better for me personally. Sparkly shadow can be too much sometimes.

5. Gel, Liquid, Cream, or Pencil Eyeliner?
I like all 3 for different reasons. I like liquid for doing a cat or winged effect, pencil is best for the bottom lids. Gel is easy to apply especially with the right brush.

6. Foundation or Concealer?
I would pick foundation, I don't use concealer too much unless its really necessary. Usually when I wear foundation its enough coverage that I don't need concealer.

7. Liquid or Powder Foundation? 
I started using Bare Minerals foundation almost a year ago and I'm in love with it. It's just enough coverage and gives that flawless finish they promise. I still like my liquid sometimes. One of my favorite liquid foundations is L'Oreal's True Match.

8. Neutral or Statement Eyes?
Definitely statement eyes since my lips are usually neutral.

9. Pressed or Loose Shadows?
The only loose shadow I use is Bare Minerals Tinted Mineral Veil. Besides that I always use pressed.

10. Waterproof or non Waterproof?
I never buy waterproof makeup because I don't find it necessary. I've never had a problem with my mascara or liner running so why take the extra time to remove it.

11. Brushes, Sponges or Fingers?
99% of the time brushes but once in a while I will use a sponge to even out my foundation.

12. Powder, Cream or Liquid Highlighter?
Powder, it gives off a more subtle look then creams or liquids.

 That was a fun tag to fill out! If you decide to do it let me know I would love to read your answers :)

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Monday October 21, 2012 BLOG HOP!

 Monday Beauties Blog Hop October 14, 2012

Hello Beauty Lovers and Bloggers! :) Welcome back to Monday Beauties blog hop! Where I hope to create a place where bloggers can come together and share their links in a friendly and supportive manner! If you are saying "What the hell is a blog hop?" just click here and it will explain EVERYTHING:)



Now let's get to business: Here are the very simple rules:


1. Subscribe to my blog via GFC and leave a comment below to let me know you are following (with your link) so I can follow back :)
Click here to follow :)


2. Add your blog URL to the Linky Below! (make sure to include http://www.)


3. Check out as many blogs as you want and if you decide to follow leave a comment letting them know that you have subscribed and found them on Monday Beauties Blog hop! :)


4. Check out the featured blogs! :)


OPTIONAL If you want to be really nice to me! :)


♥ Grab the blog hop button and place it somewhere on your blog or in a blog post. (remember you will need to re-enter your blog every week, so you can make this a weekly post). You can grab the blog button from the sidebar of my blog.


♥ Follow me on Twitter and like my Facebook page :)

Please share with your subscribers! If you share on twitter use the hashtag #mondaybeauties so we can retweet :)

**I will choose 2 blogs each week via Random.org(random number generator) and mention them in the next weekly hop as "Featured blogs"

**The blog hop will go up every Sunday around 2:30pm Eastern Time and will come down on Tuesday around 5pm. This way everyone will have time to participate and check out other blogs :)

Thanks so much for participating! :) Lets Begin

Featured Blogs:

Visit Beauty and Fashion on a College Budget!! 

 Visit Discovering Beauty!!

Milani One Coat Glitters Purple Gleam

I wanted to show you a really pretty color by Milani called Purple Gleam, it's from there One Coat Glitters line. I have two others from the line and there all amazing. Some of you might have already seen or used this since it came out sometime last year. I was looking through my boxes of nail polishes and saw this and realized I've never used it. I think that's a sign of someone who buys way too many nail polishes lol. Anyway onto the polish!

Purple Gleam is a vibrant true purple glitter. I love the color purple especially when you add some glitter! It's super sparkly, shiny, very eye catching and screams party!

It was hard to capture the true shade of purple with the camera. The pictures are pretty close but the actual color has some tints of fushia.

Color
More of a lighter red toned purple, almost like a dark fushia with dark purple and black micro glitter mixed in to give it depth. The lighter purple tends to pop against the black glitter and that's what makes the sparkles come alive.

Application
You need to really load up on the brush if you don't want to apply more than one coat. I learned that after the first two nails, if you don't get enough polish on the brush its like your just pushing the sparkles around. Besides that it applies very evenly.

Finish and Drying
Just like most glittery polishes this one also dries very fast, I only waited 4 or 5 minutes before applying my top coat. However, it dries gritty and feels like sandpaper and the finish dries matte. Thankfully one good coat of top coat will fix all that and you're left with smooth nails, I think the top coat brings out even more shine in the color.

I'm really enjoying this color a lot, it's definitely not subtle but when you're in the mood for something that stands out and is fun then this color does it.

Have you tried any of Milani's One Coat Glitters? 

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Monday October 14, 2012 BLOG HOP!

Monday Beauties Blog Hop October 14, 2012

Hello Beauty Lovers and Bloggers! :) Welcome back to Monday Beauties blog hop! Where I hope to create a place where bloggers can come together and share their links in a friendly and supportive manner! If you are saying "What the hell is a blog hop?" just click here and it will explain EVERYTHING:)

Now let's get to business: Here are the very simple rules:


1. Subscribe to my blog via GFC and leave a comment below to let me know you are following (with your link) so I can follow back :)
Click here to follow :)


2. Add your blog URL to the Linky Below! (make sure to include http://www.)


3. Check out as many blogs as you want and if you decide to follow leave a comment letting them know that you have subscribed and found them on Monday Beauties Blog hop! :)


4. Check out the featured blogs! :)


OPTIONAL If you want to be really nice to me! :)



♥ Grab the blog hop button and place it somewhere on your blog or in a blog post. (remember you will need to re-enter your blog every week, so you can make this a weekly post). You can grab the blog button from the sidebar of my blog.


♥ Follow me on Twitter and like my Facebook page :)

Please share with your subscribers! If you share on twitter use the hashtag #mondaybeauties so we can retweet :)

**I will choose 2 blogs each week via Random.org(random number generator) and mention them in the next weekly hop as "Featured blogs"

**The blog hop will go up every Sunday around 2:30pm Eastern Time and will come down on Tuesday around 5pm. This way everyone will have time to participate and check out other blogs :)

Thanks so much for participating! :) Lets Begin

Featured Blogs:

Visit Glossy Boutique!!

Visit Southern Gorgeous!!

Monday October 7, 2012 BLOG HOP!

Monday Beauties Blog Hop October 7, 2012

Hello Beauty Lovers and Bloggers! :) Welcome back to Monday Beauties blog hop! Where I hope to create a place where bloggers can come together and share their links in a friendly and supportive manner! If you are saying "What the hell is a blog hop?" just click here and it will explain EVERYTHING:)

Now let's get to business: Here are the very simple rules:


1. Subscribe to my blog via GFC and leave a comment below to let me know you are following (with your link) so I can follow back :)
Click here to follow :)


2. Add your blog URL to the Linky Below! (make sure to include http://www.)


3. Check out as many blogs as you want and if you decide to follow leave a comment letting them know that you have subscribed and found them on Monday Beauties Blog hop! :)


4. Check out the featured blogs! :)


OPTIONAL If you want to be really nice to me! :)



♥ Grab the blog hop button and place it somewhere on your blog or in a blog post. (remember you will need to re-enter your blog every week, so you can make this a weekly post). You can grab the blog button from the sidebar of my blog.


♥ Follow me on Twitter and like my Facebook page :)

Please share with your subscribers! If you share on twitter use the hashtag #mondaybeauties so we can retweet :)

**I will choose 2 blogs each week via Random.org(random number generator) and mention them in the next weekly hop as "Featured blogs"

**The blog hop will go up every Sunday around 2:30pm Eastern Time and will come down on Tuesday around 5pm. This way everyone will have time to participate and check out other blogs :)

Thanks so much for participating! :) Lets Begin

Featured Blogs:

Visit Out of liner!!

Visit Glitter Gloss & Glaze!!