Eyeshadow Collection

This post is all about my eyeshadow collection! As you can tell, I love eyeshadow, and I have learned that it is worth the few extra dollars to get a good product. In other words, no more CoverGirl or cheaper eyeshadows for me! I have broken my eyeshadows down into color, and I will go through what each color is and a description of that color if it is available from MAC. Most of my eyeshadows are still available, but I will put the ones that were discounted or limited edition in italics. I will also follow up the descriptions with what my favorite colors are from that section as well as ones I wish I hadn't gotten. I hope this will help you all, and I hope you don't look at this as bragging. I just like to look at my blog as a way to tell others good products as well as things to beware of...things I wish I had known, I guess. Enjoy! =)

My Makeup Collection...

Drawer One: Highlights and Neutrals
(If no brand is listed, then it is MAC)

Starting in upper right hand corner and going down:

• JANE-Intensity-A pigment-type e/s, good for going over dark e/s to add shimmer
• Grand Entrance
• Vellum
• Naked Lunch-Minimal pink with shimmer (frost)
  

Second column from right

• Smashbox-FIZZ
• Ricepaper-Peachy gold with shimmer (frost)
• All that Glitters-Beige with gold pearl (veluxe pearl)

Third column from right:

• Vanilla-Peachy-Ivory with reflects (velvet)

Fourth column from right:

• Gesso-Vivid White (matter)
• Crystal Avalanche-White with reflects (veluxe pearl)
• Dazzlelight-Neutral with shimmer (veluxe pearl)

There are several eyeshadows in this drawer that I love! My favorite highlight is dazzlelight. I think it just has enough shimmer to be pretty without making you look like a glitter ball-definitely a must for MAC-lovers! Another good highlight would be Vanilla, I use this one when I have a lot going on on my lid and don't want any shimmer to take away from that. Vellum is a very different highlight, it can create this interesting bluish tint when put on top of darker or purple colors. All that Glitters, Grand Entrance, and Naked Lunch are all good neutral eye lid colors, and I have mentioned them all in a previous post when talking about good, quick looks. Lastly, I would have to say that I love my Smashbox shadow. It is the only Smashbox shadow I have, but I love it, probably because it is so similar to All that Glitters or Naked Lunch.

As far as the bad ones, I don't have too many I don't like. After getting Dazzlelight, I wish now I hadn't bought Crystal Avalanche, just because it is more intense, and I get more use from Dazzlelight. Ricepaper and Gesso are two colors that I guess I'm glad I have, but I don't use them very much, so looking back I should have bought colors I knew I'd use more.

Drawer Two: Blacks/Greys

First right column, starting in upper right corner:

• JANE-Clubbing-A lot like MAC's Black Tied-black with glitter
• Contrast-Purplish-blue with blue pearl(velvet)
• Carbon-Intense Black (matte)

Second column from right:

• Electra-Silver with icy shimmer (frost)
• Plumage-Dusky peacock (matte)
• Typographic-Asphalt black (matte2)

Third column from right:

• Graphology-Blackened purple-grey (matte2)
• Knight Devine-Black with silver pearl (veluxe pearl)

I have four favorites in this drawer: Contrast, Carbon, Plumage, and Graphology. I love Contrast because I use it to do my "Kim Kardashian" look, which is super easy, but looks really good! Carbon is a great color because I can use it in the outer corner to deepen the color, or over eyeliner to smudge it out and look sexier =). Carbon is definitely the must have in this drawer for you MAC-lovers! Plumage is just this gorgeous, unique color that I like to use, especially with my mermaid-eye look. Graphology is a really pretty color as well, because it looks dark, but it has this purple tint to it, and as you will find out in a bit, I love purple eyeshadow!

I only have one eyeshadow in this drawer I regret buying, and that it Typographic. It is an okay color, but it looks way too much like Carbon!

Drawer Three: Purples

Starting in upper right corner and going down:

• Creme de Violet-Pink-violet with gold pearl (frost)
• Nocturnelle-Pinked up chrome purple (frost)
• Poison Pen

Second column from right:

• Shale-Mauve-plum with subtle shimmer (satin)
• Sketch-Burgundy with red shimmer (velvet)
• Beauty Marked-Black-red with sparkle pearl (velvet)

Third column from right:

• Purple Haze-Intense purple (matte)
• Trax-Burgundy plum with shimmer (velvet)
• Hepcat-Jazzy little deep blue-wine (frost)

Fourth column from right:

• Beautiful Iris-Lavender with sheen (veluxe pearl)
• Stars 'n' Rockets-Purple with pink pearl (veluxe pearl)
• Parfait Amour-Blue-violet with shimmer (frost)

As you can probably tell, I love purple eyeshadow! Honestly, there isn't one of these colors I regret buying, and I can tell you in the new Style Warrior Collection, I am going to be getting Vibrant Grape to add to my purple obsession =). I do have a few absolute favorites from this drawer though: Nocturnelle, Sketch, Trax, Hepcat, and Stars 'n' Rockets are my faves for sure! If you're looking for a good deep purple get sketch, it works great as an outer "v" color to add depth, and Trax is a really pretty all over lid color. I bought Trax after seeing MakeupByTiffanyD's Audrina look, it was just a very simple, but classy look that I find myself doing often.

Drawer Four: Miscellaneous

First column on the right, starting at top:

• Newly Minted-Rich sea green (matte2)
• Steamy-Bluish-green with gold pearl (veluxe pearl)

Second column from right:

• Aquavert-Soft mint with white pearl (veluxe pearl)
• Aquadisiac-Deep sea turquoise (lustre)

Third column from right:

• Chrome Yellow-Vivid bright yellow (matte)

Fourth column from right:

• Coppering-Orange copper (veluxe pearl)
• Fab & Flashy

So this drawer is another one that I don't really have any that I regret. Sometimes I like to do different, colorful looks, so I had to get these brighter colors. Once again, I couldn't pink one favorite, I have 4 that really stand out to me: steamy, aquadisiac, chrome yellow, and coppering. Steamy is a gorgeous color, and over different bases, it just seems to get more beautiful. My favorite base to use the the turquoise cream liner from Coastal Scents, then add Plumage to the outer crease and Mutiny in the inner corner, and it creates a very pretty mermaid look. Aquadisiac was my first MAC shadow, so it will always be special to me, and it looks great with purple, too! Yellow is my all time favorite color, so of course I had to have a yellow shadow. With Coppering, I didn't think I would like it since I don't really like orange, but honestly, it is such a gorgeous color. I bought it after seeing MakeupGeek's Christina Aguilera look, and it creates a very beautiful smokey eye especially in the fall. All of these colors are gorgeous in this drawer, and it depends on what colors you like to wear as to which one you should get, but I would definitely suggest either Steamy or Aquadisiac since they seem to be so versatile.

Drawer Five: Browns

Upper right corner, going down:

• Satin Taupe-Taupe with silver shimmer (frost)
• Mulch-Red-brown with bronze pearl (velvet)
• Antiqued-Ash brown with bronze (veluxe pearl)

Second column from right:

• Bronze-Gold brown with gold bronze shimmer (frost)
• Texture-Peachy-brown with light shimmer (velvet)
• Embark-Intense reddish brown (matte)

Third column from right:

• Swiss Chocolate-Muted reddish brown (matte)

Fourth column from right:

• Soft Brown-Soft golden peachy brown (matte)
• Signed Sealed
• Brun-Muted blackish brown (satin)

Browns are another color group that I like. It seems like I'll either to a fun purple look, or a more neutral look with browns. I'll be honest, I haven't used all of these shades yet, but I feel like that are all different, and I look forward to playing with them all. I do have 3 top favorites in the brown family though: Antiqued, Swiss Chocolate, and Soft Brown. If you've read previous posts, then you know one of my favorite neutral eye looks include Antiqued, since I've gotten it, I've used it several times a week with All that Glitters. Swiss Chocolate is a gorgeous mid-brown, and I know it sounds weird, but if you pair it with a bright purple, it looks amazing! Soft Brown will be your best friend if you get it, haha. I picked it up after seeing Tiffany (MakeupByTiffanyD) use it in like ALL of her videos to help blend your lid color and create a shadow on your brow bone, and let me tell you, that trick works! It just seems to finish the look. So, as far as definite buys, I would suggest Soft Brown (or a color just like a shade darker than your skin tone) and Antiqued.

Drawer Six: Pinks

Upper right corner, going down:

• Angelcake
• Girlie-Rosy pink with subtle shimmer (satin)

Second column from right:

• Swish-Bright pink with icy shimmer (frost)
• Passionate-Real mid-tone red (matte)

Third column from right:

• Post Haste
• Sweet Lust-Pinky rose (lustre)

Fourth column from right:

• Cranberry (in white pot)-Red-plum with pink shimmer (frost)
• Sushi Flower-Pinky coral with pink shimmer (satin)

I have to admit, I don't use too many pinks, but I wanted to have a few to use, especially in the summer when I get more color. I think I have done well in picking very different pinks, except for Post Haste. I wanted this color so badly, but after buying it, I really think it is too similar to Passionate. If I could have seen it before, I don't think I would have bought it. Angelacke and Girlie are two that I haven't even used yet, so I'm not sure about them either. From this color group there are two pinks I really like: Passionate and Cranberry. Although it is described as a red, Passionate is a very gorgeous hot pink color. Cranberry is a pretty deep wine color that I like to use to create a different kind of smokey eye.

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So, that's all my eyeshadows! In conclusion, I would like to tell those of you that want to start your MAC collection, to make sure you spend the money on colors you know you'll use a lot, like a good highlighter (Dazzlelight or Vanilla), a black that can double as liner or outer crease color (Carbon), 2 more neutral colors that you'll be able to use everyday (Antiqued and All that Glitters), as well as one WOW color that you can put on when you're feeling adventurous or when you need a pick up (like a purple, green, blue, or pink).

You may also wander why I haven't depotted any of my shadows. I just think it would be a long, hard process, as well as, when I see people's palettes they look dirty for some reason to me, where the shadow has gotten everywhere. Also, I think leaving them in their pots makes it easier to throw in your makeup bag when travelling, so you don't have to take like 6 palettes.

I know this post has been FOREVER long, but hopefully it was helpful. Next, I'll do my pigments or brushes, not sure yet. =)

LATER!

TARYN

A Very Pretty Summery Look =)

AMAZING LOOK!

So I had to post this video, it's one of my new favorites! In fact, I wore this to work the other day because it kind of matches my new nails, and I got so many compliments. I didn't do the really winged out liner, but the colors are so gorgeous!

I've been thinking about doing this in my blog...posting my favorite videos or posting looks I've come up with, that way it's not all just reviews. I really like doing this blog thing, and as dweeby as it sounds, I was so excited to see that 4 people are following my blog!! =)

Hope everyone is doing ok and having better weather than we are in Kentucky!

Sorry if the video isn't in this blog, refer to the one posted right after if not. I'm not quite up to date on the blogging world yet, haha.

Later!

TARYN

Reviews and a tip...

So here are my final reviews of some products. This isn't everything I need to review, but it's most of them.

1. Bourjois Liquid Eyeshadow in Molecule d'or-This is a really good eye shadow! I saw MakeupGeek use this e/s in one of her looks, so I had to try it. This product is sold at Ulta for sure, and it is kind of pricey so be warned. However, I love the creaminess of it and I think the color is gorgeous. I am definitely going to check out some other colors.

2. MAC's Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder-I'm pretty sure I've talked about this one before, but I can't say enough...this product is wonderful! It just finished out your skin and makes it just look smoother and well, finished. I'm not sure if this product is permanent, but everyone should go check it out at their local MAC counter.

3. Clinique Dramatically Different Lotion-So I couldn't make up my mind on this until the other day when my chin was really dry. I put this lotion on my face, and honestly it did nothing. It's kind of a more runny lotion so be warned, and it might work for some people. However, I have really dry skin right now, so I'm going to have to still to my Dove Moisturizer.

4. Benefit Bad Gal Lash-Horrible!! I know I've talked about this one, and believe me, definitely PASS on this crappy mascara!

5. CHI 44 Iron Guard-This is such a good heat protectant! It smells sooo good and it just helps to smooth my hair right before I straighten it. I even curled my hair the other day with my straightener and use this stuff, and it looked to pretty and smooth.

6. Best Bath Store Products-As mentioned in several other blogs...I love this store. But, I will have to say that one of their products didn't really keep working for me and I had to go back to what I was using before.

a.) Acne Bar-This is wonderful! I even bought the full size of it. I use

this bar after I wash my face with another cleanser to get all my makeup off. It really helps to smooth my skin and make it feel even cleaner. I would definitely recommend this!

(Pictured in soap dish from Walmart that is like 97 cents)

b.) Acne Gel-This is the product that I will not be getting anymore. I

got a couple breakouts and used this product, and it didn't seem to have an effect, so, I went back to me Clean and Clear and the breakouts cleared up completely in 2 days!

c.) Facial Scrub-Love this stuff, too! I use this about once a week and

it really just makes my skin feel wonderful and smooth.

d.) Pore Refining Toner-This product is good, but I don't think I'm
going to purchase the full size in it. I don't know, it seemed to work really good for awhile and now I can't really tell the difference. Maybe if I go back to using my old toner I'll see how good this one is, but as of right now I'll use my samples and that's it.

e.) Intense Under Eye Treatment-I got this sample because I do have slight dark circles as well as under my eyes was really dry. I used this for a few nights and really liked how it felt under my eyes, however, it made my eyes really water so I think that there might be something in it that I'm allergic to. My recommendation on this product would be to try a sample and make sure you don't have the same reaction.

So I think that's all the reviews I have right now. I do have a couple more reviews on some products I got from the Best Bath store, but I want to use them more before I review. I really wanted to tell everyone now about Urban Decay's Primer Potion (UDPP)...

I've always really liked UDPP, but like everyone else I hate the packaging. I've used it for a couple months, and I've really been having trouble getting any out. Like most people I was getting ready to toss it. However, a few weeks ago I saw on YouTube how to get the most from you UDPP and I watched as someone cut the bottle in order to dip all the product out. I really thought this looked kind of difficult and not worth it. But, I really liked this product, and I had some time today, so I cut the bottle. Sure enough there was TONS left!! I just wanted to tell you guys that it's an easy process, just cut the bottle at the top and bottle, and you would not believe all that comes out. As I've said I've used mine for awhile, and I still had a lot left! (Pictured in one of the containers at Walmart-2/97cents)

For you people thinking you'll just buy Too Faced Shadow Insurance (TFSI) let me tell you that UDPP is so much better! I hate TFSI and wish I had never purchased it. It may work well on oily lids, but it did nothing for me.

Well, I think that's it for now. Can't wait to go to TN, hopefully I'll have an awesome haul when I get back! =)

LATER!

TARYN

My haul today, haha =)

Ok, so today I got paid, and like any other normal 20-something, I HAD to go shopping!! I got some things I've been wanting, but I also got some samples that I will have to share on if it was any good or not.

For starters, I recently discovered I have an Ulta near me. As in, I just found out last night. My sister did inform me though that it's been there for years, haha. Anyways, I had to try it today. For anyone that hasn't been to one, it does remind you of Sephora. However, they have drug store brands as well as some really expensive brands. Ulta, like Sephora, offers a reward card that depending on how much you spend within a season you get free stuff, which I LOVE free stuff, haha. Today I went though really just wanting to check it out, but I did get a couple things.

1. CHI 44 Iron Guard-I've been needing a good thermal protection spray since I do straighten my hair almost everyday. The ones I've tried though either don't really do anything or stink so bad! So, I broke down and paid the money for this one which smells great and I know CHI makes great products.

2. OPI nail polish in La Paz-itively Hot-I had another one of these, and mine was like empty so I just picked up a spare. I love this pink!! It's my fav throughout the summer to wear on my toes and nails--GORGEOUS!

3. Bourjois Liquid Eyeshadow in #31 Molecule d'or-This was my impulse buy I have to admit. I've seen MakeupGeek use this in her videos, and I've been thinking about getting it, so I just broke down and got. I'll try to give a good review of it coming up.

After my stop there I of course had to go by MAC. I didn't really buy too much there, since I am trying to save up when I go to my first CCO next month. YEAH! =) I just got two things:

1. Bronze eyeshadow-A beautiful shimmery brown that I saw MakeupByTiffanyD use in her Kim Kardashian look.

2. Prep and Prime Transparent Finishing Powder-This is a product Tiffany had reviewed in her videos as well, and I wanted to try it. When the MA used it on me, I could actually tell a difference in my skin, it just looked so much smoother!! The real test will me if I can make it look good, haha. Once again, I'll try to post a review up after I've used it a few times.

I will admit I was kind of upset at MAC's since I really wanted to buy Vellum e/s and the girl told me it was discounted, but it was still on the website so I might have to order it. I think there is still free shipping right now, so I might have to break down and buy it, too.

My next time was Sephora since I had a 15% off coupon!! I love good deals. I have to say that Sephora is probably one of my favorite places. They give you samples now with like each purchase, they have a great rewards program, and if you're an insider you get awesome coupons emailed to you! It's a great store =) So, I only actually bought 2 things, but then I got 2 samples.

1. Makeup Forever Smokey Lash-I've had this in samples before and I love this mascara!! It makes my lashes longer and thicker, it's so great! So, when I got my coupon I knew I was gonna buy me a full sized one. This is the best mascara I've ever tried!

2. Clinique Dramatically Different Lotion-I've always heard really good things about this lotion, so when I saw a large sample of it for $10 I had to pick it up. I have dry skin, so I've been trying to find something that will really work on my face and help my nose from looking peely (is that a word?!?!). I'll post up a review of this later, as well.

3. Benefit Bad Gal Lash-As my deluxe sample I picked this mascara. I think I've tried this one before and didn't really like it. However, it was free so I thought what the heck? haha...add this one to the review list, too.

4. Bliss Best of Skin moisturizer-This was a small sample the clerk just threw in my bag. Sephora has started doing this where they will give small samples to everyone of different stuff, and I think this is AWESOME!! Not sure if I'll actually use it, but like I said, I love free stuff! =)

My last little bit of stuff came from a MAC order I placed. They had a deal going that you could place an order, get free shipping AND get a sample of Zoom lash mascara, so I of course had to place a small order. I only got 2 e/s...aren't you proud?!?!

1. Chrome Yellow e/s-A gorgeous bright yellow matte color. I thought this would be pretty in the summer when I have some actual color to pair with like orange and pink e/s for a tropical look.

2. Creme de Violet-A very shimmery purple. I had seen this in a couple tutorials on YouTube so I decided to get it, too.

3. Zoom Lash mascara-My freebie! I've heard mixed reviews about this mascara, so I'm glad they were offering samples. I'll have to see how I like it.

Well, that was finally it!! I'll try to keep updated on my reviews of this stuff so hopefully if it's crap no one has to waste their money. Later people! =)