Thursday, April 1, 2010

My favorite drug store eyeliner

I wanted to make a quick blog of my favoriteeee drugstore eyeliner that i believe is just awesome. i usually buy the M.A.C eye kohl (in smolder, black) for my regular eyeliner, but when i just cant afford it, or as a backup, i buy this one. the covergirl outlast smooth-wear eyeliner. the mac eyeliner i believe is $13? and this is one cost $7.

one day during the summer, i went to the beach. all i had on, makeup wise, was sun screen, this eyeliner on my water lines, and a little bit of powder. now, i went into the water for about an hour, jumping around, putting my head in the waves, jumping into and out of the waves, i took a nap, i sun tanned with my eyes closed, and i STILL had this on my eyes when i left. i was at the beach for about 5 hours. i still had this on... i think that pretty cool. i love this eyeliner. the only con i have for this eyeliner is that, it doesn't have such a smooth application, unfortunately. i just wish it was better. besides that i love it, and is a definite for me. i recommend it. i tried many drug store eyeliners, this is definite one of my favorites. love.

well, i hoped this helped, any questions just ask. :]

XOXO, Dayna

Covergirl lash blast mascaras

A while ago, in the summer i believe, i bought the lash blast length, in addition to my original lash blast. and i decided to make a blog of the differences of these mascaras. hope this helps all of those who are wondering :]. oh and interesting little fact, the lash blast was the actual first product of makeup i ever had :]


the original lash blast.
(photo provided by google)

I'm pretty sure just about every makeup fanatic out there has either tried or probably already have this little beauty in their makeup collection. and honestly, i don't blame them. i love the result this mascara gives me. this is a necessity in my makeup collection and gives simply great volume and everything my lashes need. the brush is large in size, but the bristles are tiny and very close to the brush. if u look closely at the brush, the bristles farther from the wand, the bristles are even smaller then the ones that are closer to the wand. i use this part to go into the smaller lashes in the inner and outer corners of my eyes. (if u see it in real life, you'll understand wat i mean lolz)
the lash blast length
(photo provided by google)

before i bought this i was so curios about it, considering the fact that i love the last blast. and well i love it too. now, there IS a difference between the original and this length one. actually a big one. the lash blast length, does give u length, that is one of the reasons why i love it. BUT, it does not give u volume. volume is not the purpose for this mascara. this gives u length and only length. people i know have bought this and have complained, this is why i'm saying this lol. so, if u do buy this, don't expect volume, like what u would get with the original last blast. but, the length u do get is gorgeous, yet natural at the same time.

i wear the original lash blast on a daily basis, and the last blast length for the days i want to go natural.

now, photos :D

before, with nothing on my lashes.


after, with lash blast (right eye)


after, with lash blast length (left eye)


i only used one coat on each eye, no primer, and i didn't even curl my lashes.

the lash blast original is one of my favorites. in the past, i passed it on to someone else, and during that time i missed it like crazy. so now i always have one. the lash blast length i have it for the days i just don't feel like wearing much makeup. yet, i want my lashes to look great at the same time. the lash blast length formula is much lighter and not as heavy or thick as the lash blast formula. i assume, that the lash blast length (and lash blast) would work great for the women with thin lashes. like i said, i used nothing but one coat of the mascaras on my lashes, so, imagine if you actually curled your lashes or put a second coat? i don't think that these mascaras would need a primer, i personally don't recommend it. not for these mascaras.

Conclusion:
i love both of these mascaras and they both have different purposes. overall, i love both, and i really do get length from the lash blast length, and i do get volume from the lash blast. i recommend both. like i said before, the lash blast length, DOES NOT give volume. it gives length.

well, i reallyyyy hope i helped with any questions of these mascaras. if u have anyyy questions, just leave me a comment :)

XOXO, Dayna

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Urban decay primer potions.



soo recently i purchased all of 3 of the primer potions from urban decay. the original, the sin, and the eden. and i have to say, i love them all. believe it or not, they all have different purposes and i use all of them. i really did not know the differences between them and i really couldnt find any help. so for all of those who are in the position i was, here u go! here is a detailed review of these potions :]

Similarities:
- All 3 of them cost ($18) each. Buy at sephora.
- All are the same size and same type of bottle.
- All have an angled sponge brush applicator.
- All have the same type of creamy consistency.
- All are great for priming :].



Original primer Potion.
the original primer potion is a translucent formula, just blend it into the eye lid it will give u a clear cover. angled sponge applicator, purple bottle.

Primer Potion in Sin.
the main and only difference with this potion compared to the other 2 is that it leaves a shimmery cover for ur eye lid. (a shimmer that is actually reallyyyy pretty). when i am in a rush i could just rub this on my eye lids and it imitates a light shimmery gold/brown eye shadow :]. great primer for any shimmery eye shadow looks you might want to do.

Primer potion in Eden.
the only difference with this potion is that it leaves a nude-colored coat over ur eye lid. NOT translucent like the original, a nude colored. For a natural look, i just use this on my eye lids and concealer for my dark circles. great for the days u want something natural. or the days u need/want a nude colored background for ur eyeshadow look :] oh, and the bottle texture is different compared to the other 2. this bottle has like a soft suede feel to it. unlike the other 2, which have a slippery feel to the bottles.

actual size of bottles, all the same. eden in picture.

The angled brush applicator. All the same for all 3 of the potions.

Some swatches. from left to right (eden, sin, & original)
these swatches are not rubbed in, i just dabbed them from the applicators.

Pros:
-Excellent formula for non-creasing, and long lasting color eye shadows.
-creamy formula A.K.A: a LITTLE amount goes a long way.
-can also work to do makeup art. (i have used it before for this) can put on wherever you want makeup. (cheeks, forehead, etc.).
-cute design. :]

Cons:
-BE CAREFUL when putting in and out the wand. the formula can spill out.
-also, when closing, the formula does sometimes comes/spill out.
-all 3 have a "makeup scent". hopefully u know what i mean, i cant describe it. if u don't, it wont kill, not horrible/bad, but not the most pleasant scent.

I hoped this helped everyone out there who is thinking of purchasing these. and well hope u enjoyed! ;D. if you have ANYYY questions about these, just ask in a comment :].

XOXO, Dayna

AprilAthena7's Beauty Blog

This is my blog entry for April's giveaway :]. Well April, i hope you enjoy this blog entry for you. PLEASE choose me! :]]. hopefullyyy 1st place :D. I love your videos and ur blog post even more!

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go check out her blog!!!


my current desires

my current desires :[.. unfortuantlyyyy with school, i cant work right now. (time wise) i just cant balance both, sooo i have to wait until the summer :/.. soo just a list here of my DEEP DESIRES..



BADLYY desire, Sigma Premium Kit: $150


BADLYYY desire this, the Sigma Travel Brush Kit: $50.
In Naughty in Black.
mean like, who doesn't love sigma? :]



coastal scents 88 piece shimmer palette: $20


Benefit One hot minute: (i believeee $28)

MAC studio fix fluid foundation: $26

soooo those are the basic things i desire. especiallyyyyy the sigma products :[. but oh well, until then i try. what do u guys desire right now? :]


Welcome myself to the blogging world :]

My first blog entry :]]! i absolutelyyyy love blogging and i cant wait to put more entries in!! :]]. my blog is all about (or going to be about) all makeup and beauty. i think natural is beautiful but makeup is just glam and fabulous. cant wait :]. soo i hope u enjoy :]