Super EOTD's!! - 3 Looks below :)

With so many events over the Summer with family and friends, I have done a variety of eye looks, but didn't get a chance to post them.  Here are the first batch below (I will post details soon).  If there is a particular look you like, please let me know, and I will share that one first!

Wore this look to my cousin's wedding :)

I love my blues!!! I also wore this look to my cousin's pre-wedding event :)

Great smokey brown with a pop of colour :)



Always Smile :)  - Sand

Summer Friendly Makeup :)

During this holiday weekend, I am sure that everyone will be outdoors and sometimes indoor makeup just doesn't quite work as well especially if you are lounging by a pool or attending a Barbecue.

Therefore, here are a few items that are my outdoor/summer friendly makeup:

1.  Eyes - Champagne Eye Shadow
Result:  A nice shimmery eyelid without it being over done.

Faves:  MAC's Woodwinked & All that Glitters

2.  Mascara - Anything Waterproof
Result:  Nice flirty, wide eyes
Faves:  Maybelline Lash Stiletto

3.  Lips - Pink Toned Lips
Result:  Looks easy and fresh!

Faves:  Avon LipGlaze, NYX Lipgloss in French Kiss , Vasanti Lipstick in Sweden

4.  Skin - Lightweight Powder & Glowy Skin Products
Result:  Will look more natural and not drip off your face :)
Faves:  MAC Mineralized Skin Finishes (By Candlelight or any) , Vasanti Face Base

Nice, easy, quick and simple! 

Always Smile :)  - Sand

Caribana/Carnival Series - Look 1

It's Caribana tiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiime......(I am aware of the name change but for as long as I remember it has been known as Caribana). 

In honour of this weekend's festivites, I have created a series of looks that I will be posting throughout the weekend, so be sure to come back and check them out!!!

This was so much fun to create, a masquerade ball with a butterfly effect.  I hope you all enjoy it!

More to come!

Always Smile :)  - Sand

CoverGirl NEW Lip Perfection Lipstick

I am in LOVE with these lipsticks! They provide amazing colour payoff AND luminosity! The lipsticks look and feels amazing on your lips.  I picked up a few shades from Shoppers Drug Mart, AND they were on sale, which was  a bonus!

The product is described on CoverGirl website as a lipstick that:

- is enriched with Silk Therapy Complex,

- helps to sustain levels of moisture

- helps create soft, smoother, beautiful lips in just 7 days vs. bare lips

The Collection is presented in the following categories:

Browns
Nudes, Corals & Reds
Lilacs, Mauves & Burgundies
Pinks to Roses

I found that the application was very smooth and extremely long lasting, and very pigmented.  The only con is that these tend to stain the lip so use a very good makeup remover.  As for the change in lip condition, I haven't wore the shades long enough to see a difference on my lips yet, but will let you know :)

Check out the Lip Pics below:



Always Smile  :)  - Sand

EOTD - IIFA Inspired Look - #1

With all the media coverage, green carpet pics and news about the IIFA's, Toronto has been lit Bollywood Style.  In honour of IIFA and for those who may not have the opportunity to get "Green Carpet" ready with their own Beauty entourage, here is a GLAM look that is super easy to achieve:

Here are the steps to achieve this look:

Step 1
Primer (Use Primer or alternatives are Liquid Cover-Up, I used Vasanti in V3)

Step 2
Use a white shimmery colour on the inner 1/3 of the eye (I used Golden Temple, the lighter shade)

Step 3
Use the shimmery teal, on the middle part of the eye (Vasanti Lake Louise E/S Duo)

Step 4
Use the Matte Navy on the corner edge and blend into the crease (Vasanti Lake Louise E/S Duo)

Step 5
Any Navy Blue pencil to line underneath the eye and waterline

Step 6
Use the Shimmery teal with a flat liner brush and line underneath the eye on top of the pencil liner

Step 7
Use a highlighter shade under the brow on the brow bone (I used MAC's Rice Paper)

Step 8
Finish with Liquid Eye liner and Mascara

This look is great for the IIFAs, Party, Reception or a Special night out. 

Always Smile :)  - Sand

Lifestyle Post: Top "Anthem" Songs :)

I love music! I love how it can take you back to a single moment in your life.  Today I am specifically talking about songs that have an "Anthem" feel.  There will be a mix that I have posted but here goes:

#5 - Express Yourself - By Madonna

What can I say, this song when it first came out had a cool video, a great beat, and you wanted to learn the lyrics asap.  We didn't have the aid of the Internet to find the lyrics,you had to learn the words by hearing it over and over again, or you bought the Tape (Yes i said Tape!) or watch the video on MuchMusic, and in the process you would learn the dance moves :) ... I didn't care about the "explicit" imagery in her video, all I cared about was the message "Express yourself"!

#4 - Survivor - By Destiny's Child

It was hard not to love everything by these women, but this song had the perfect ingredients for what makes a great anthem! It was catchy, you could dance to it and the words you can identify with!

#3 - All I Do Is Win - By DJ Khaled

This is a great song!  I have this on my IPOD and I will re peat at least 3 times before I move on.  It is a must for anyone who wants to feel and get motivated so check it out!

#2 - Born this way - By Lady Gaga

How can this song not be on this list! This song makes me smile and yes, I will sing this loud and proud at any given moment!

Drum roll please..............................................................

#1 - Freedom - By George Michael

Hands down, one of the first songs I remember listening to and thinking I love the message and I love this song.   It was easy to listen to, to dance to and to sing along to.  Hands down my favourite all time anthem!

What are YOUR fave ANTHEM Songs? Feel free to share!

Always Smile  :)   - Sand

EOTD - Pink/Purple

Here is a fun look I created with Pinks and purples.  Great for brown eyes, check it out:

Products Used:

MAC - Paint Pot - Soft Ochre (Base)
Coastal Scents  - 88 Ultra Shimmer Palette
MAC - Rice Paper (Highlight)
Vasanti - Cleopatra Liquid Liner

Vasanti - Volta Eye Pencil

Maybelline - Great Lash Mascara

Always Smile :)  - Sand