Update: September 1, 2009

So sorry about not posting in forever! I've been so busy with work, and making videos, and now I have classes that started last week! I wanted to take a minute though and update my blog on some of the videos I've been doing. I've of course had several hauls...the latest includes MAC's latest collection...the Makeup Arts Cosmetics Collection. I did get a lot from this collection, but I think this might be my last big haul, at lease for about a month or so =)



I've also been doing tutorials. I had a request for a pink and black smokey eye, and I really liked how it turned out. I think it would be perfect for going out...in the case of my request, it was for a concert.



I also did a pretty brown and purple neutral eye. It's one that anyone could wear on any day.



Coming up on my YouTube channel I'm going to have a hair tutorial...how I curled my hair as well as another dramatic look, this one involving black and gray.



Anyways!! I hope everyone is doing well. I have a pretty stressful semester coming up, but I'm almost done so hopefully it will be worth it! Sorry this one has no pictures...I had already deleted them! But be sure to check out my youtube page! www.youtube.com/taryn205



Later everyone!

TARYN

Haul-July 9, 2009-Includes Color Craft Collection

So today I had a big shopping day, haha...it's probably making up for those times I just bought a thing or two. But anyways, I wanted to share my awesome purchases with you guys...including the couple of items I got from MAC's new Color Craft Collection. I have already posted a video on YouTube, but here I waited to share better pictures and swatches.

Link to video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kx6tUL8xjc0

The Damage:

First stop: Ulta

So here I had the intentions on just getting a moisturizer and a nail polish. However, when they didn't have either item, I went looking around which we all know is trouble!

Items Purchased:

Back up of Max Factor 2000 Calorie Mascara...I love this stuff!

NYX Lipgloss in Sweet Heart (Thanks to Allthatglitters21) *Swatch at lower left of hand

China Glaze Nailpolish in Turn up Turquoise

Smashbox's Try Me Collection Vol.2-Okay, so this was my total splurge here, but it was still only $29, and I have really been wanting to try O-Glow and also another primer from Smashbox since they have so many to choose from. In the kit comes: Bionic Mascara, Reflection High Shine Lip Gloss, O-Glow Intuitive Cheek Color, Photo Finish Foundation Primer, and Fusion Soft Lights in Baked Starburst. Also, with a purchase of any Smashbox item you get a free sample of a tinted moisturizer in Luminous. I will have to try these products out for you guys and report back on it they were any count...or not. So excited about this find though, since it will allow me try many products without spending a whole lunch and wasting product, too if I don't like it.

So I also went to Walmart and bought some Johnson's Baby Shampoo...finally got to clean some of brushes REALLY well tonight.

I also went to Best Buy where I bought the Essential Michael Jackson Album. This thing is AWESOME!! It was 38 songs on it ranging from his days in the Jackson 5 all the way to like 2001 with You Rock My World. The only downfall is that it doesn't have one of my favorite songs: Give In To Me. But it does have like everything else so I think it is great!! A definite for someone who wants all his great songs together =)

So then I'm off to Sephora. I only needed one thing, and that was Clinique Moisturizing Lotion. I love this lotion!! And let me tell you for people who like it, Sephora sells a 1.7 fl oz bottle for $12.50, and the 4.2 fl oz bottle is $24...do the math, haha...I got the bigger one obviously. It also has a nice pump that makes for easier usage!

I was kind of upset with Sephora though, I didn't get a nifty free sample today...but oh well.

Finally...off to MAC to check out the new Color Craft Collection. It was pretty awesome, especially the eye shadows. However, I didn't want to go too overboard until I start seeing what others got and their reviews.

What I did get:

MSF in Sunny By Nature (Thanks to Michele1218 who said it was like so Ceylon)

Mineralized Eyeshadow Quad in Natural Flare-I think this will be especially gorgeous in the fall

226 Brush-I have been counting the day until this collection just to get this brush...it's amazing!

Not from CC Collection:

A Rose Romance Lipstick-Really pretty pink

Electric Eel Eyeshadow-I didn't have a blue at all in my collection!

So that's it!! Hope you enjoyed!

Have a great weekend everyone! Not sure when I'll post again, I'm going out of town all next week. Later!

TARYN

Lastest Haul!! =)

So last week was pay day so I of course went shopping again, haha. I didn't get too much since I'm trying to save up for MAC's Collections in July [I'm GETTING that 226 brush!!]. I did get a few items from Mac though, and then Sephora and Victoria's Secret. I made a vid recently on YouTube as well so check that out, too!

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5p_ipQrKzfA

So VS is having their HUGE sale, and so I had to get things, haha. There were some more lipsticks that were $3, so I picked up two more...

1. Whisper: A really pretty tan color with a "whisper" of pink, haha.

2. Guilt Free: A gorgeous pink, that is still more of a neutral I think.

3. I also picked up some Very Sexy DARE perfume and body wash since it was half off!

Next stop: Sephora. I only went in to get another bottle of Clinique Lotion, and wouldn't you know my luck...I picked up the gel for oily skin! Geez...so now I'm going to have to take it back and get the lotion for very dry skin. On the up side I did get a sample of Sephora Brand Riviera Body Scrub...so I'll definitely have to try that out.

And finally...MAC!! I only got 3 things...I'm so good!

1. Nymphette Lipglass-This color is a lot like Hello Kitty's She Loves Candy, but with more gold. However, I love them both so I know I'll use them.

2. Rags to Riches Dazzleglass: I am so in love with Dazzleglasses right now!! I've been trying to get ones that are different, so I had to pink up this pretty pinky blue one! Absolute love!

3. Tempting Eyeshadow: Honestly, I have no idea why I felt I needed this shadow, haha. I guess since people have been saying on YouTube they had it I felt I needed it, too. Honestly though it does remind me a lot of Bronze [although Bronze is a tad redder], but it matches almost completely with Mulch, it's just Mulch is a Velvet while Tempting is a Lustre.

Here are swatches of Tempting with some shadows I think are kind of similar:

Tempting (On Top)

Bronze, Satin Taupe, Mulch, Antiqued (For pic above)

Satin Taupe, Mulch,

Bronze, Tempting, Antiqued (For pic above)

Bronze, Satin Taupe, Mulch, Antiqued,

Tempting (For Pic Above)

Here are swatches of all 4 lip products:

Nymphette, Rags to Riches, Whisper, Guilt Free

Well, that's all for now! I'll be doing some more vids with reviews, hauls, and I'm going to try another tutorial before I completely give up on them, haha. Now that summer school is over I'll have more time to really play with YouTube and on here!

Hope everyone is having a great summer! I'm actually going swimming for the first time this summer tomorrow with my sister! Hopefully I won't get too burned.

Talk you all very soon.

LATER!

MAC Friends and Family Sale Haul

Hey Everyone!!

So this is just a blog about my recent MAC Friends and Family Sale Haul. I did really good...only spent $70!! I put up a vid on YouTube, but I wanted to post pics as well since I thought those would show up better.

The Haul:

1. Studio Sculpt Foundation NW15: I love this foundation, and I was getting kind of low in the other bottle so I wanted to go ahead and pick up a spare since I was getting 25% off.

2. Bisque Eyeshadow: I know this is kind of a boring e/s, but I wanted a good blending shadow. This color is just a shade or two lighter than my skintone, so I knew it would work great.

3. Vanilla Pigment: I had first got a sample of this pigment, and after using it a lot, I knew I needed to get the full size. This pigment works great as a highlight and also to add some sheen over some dark matte colors.

4. Queen Bee Lipglass: These next two lipglasses I decided I wanted after seeing people's hauls on YouTube for the Naked Honey Collection. This Queen Bee lipglass is a gorgeous coral pink color and I'm so glad that I got it.

5. She's A Star Lipglass: This is also another gorgeous color that is a light tan color. It's like a perfect summer color, and will look even better if I ever get a tan, haha.

So that's all I got!! I have another haul vid going up soon, and I recently did a nice smokey eye tutorial. The tutorial is only my second one, so it's not perfect, but I'm trying to get better. Here are some pics of the look:

Here's the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNNz6rB8C40

Thanks for stopping by!

Later!

TARYN

Pay Day Haul =)

So yesterday I went shopping =). I didn't buy too much makeup since Mac's Friends and Family sale is coming up next week and you can get like 25% off everything. I did get 2 things though because one thing is limited edition and I didn't want them to run out...the other I just wanted, haha. So below is all my Lush, Mac, and Victoria's Secret stuff...Enjoy!

I also have a video up on YouTube about my haul, so check it out if ya want, too =)

So first are my lipsticks from Victoria's Secret. They still had some of their makeup 75% off, so these lipsticks were only $3!! I really like their lipsticks because they are very smooth and feel very nice.

First was a color called Limelight. It's a very pretty Cranberry color. It's a little darker than I usually go for, but it was just too pretty to pass up! Especially for $3.

Next was Kiss Me, a gorgeous pink color! I can't wait to try it out soon.

Next stop was Lush where I HAD to get a big chunk of Rockstar...it's so amazing! I also got a sample of Porridge. Some of the gurus on YT have mentioned that it can be abrasive, but I wanted to try it out. The woman at Lush said it's really good to use before and during shaving.

I also got another bubble bar in Creamy Candy. The lady at Lush said that a lot of the pink products smell like Rockstar and she really recommended this bubble bar, so I decided to try it.

Next was a product I was interested in trying out...a bath melt. These don't make bubbles but create an oil feeling. It's suppose to be very relaxing and good for your skin. I'll have to tell you how that goes. =)

Finally I stopped by Mac, and like I said I just bought two items. I wanted to try a beauty powder blush. MakeupByTiffanyD raves about these and says they are amazing so I knew I needed to get one and try it out. I got On A Mission from the Style Warriors Collection.

I also got High Tea lipstick. This has been on my list for awhile, and I just thought it was such a good nudish pink color. I've heard from some guru videos that is a good alternative to Myth, since not everyone can pull off that extremely nude color.

Hopefully I'll have another haul blog in a week or so with the items I get from the sale =)

Hope everyone is doing well!

Later!

TARYN

Hey everyone!

Well, I've done a couple more videos on YouTube. I actually really like doing them. I posted today a What's in my Purse? video and a Lip Gloss Collection video, so go check them out! =)

Tomorrow I am going shopping so I will be doing a haul video this weekend. I'll make a blog though, too with pictures.

Hope everyone is doing well. This week is going a lot better for me than last week for sure!

Talk to everyone soon.
Later!
Taryn

First YouTube Video!!!

Okay, so as I type this I have my first REAL video uploading on YouTube. That's right, I'm entering that world, haha. If I actually get people watching it I might so another, or it could be my only venture, I don't know. It will be up in about another 40 minutes...so be on the look out, I talk about things I'm loving right now!

http://www.youtube.com/user/taryn205

Check it ouy and give me ideas on how to improve...I'm totally new to this whole thing!

Thanks guys!

Later!
Taryn

Reviews =)

Okay, so I know I've been slacking in the reviews category for my blog. So I thought while I have some time I should update by review list. I guess I've been putting it off because so many of the products on my review list I didn't like! However, I've got a couple products that I LOVE so I'll leave those until the end so I can leave on a good note.

First I guess I should do a quick update. Summer classes are half way over!! YEAH!! I really like my education one because I feel like it is actually helpful, but my English one is kind of boring, but I have to take it so oh well. This Thursday is pay day so be on the look out for another haul sometime after that, too! Hopefully after I get out of school I can do more on my collection series. I like doing that, since it allows for me to give feedback on things I own.

But...now on to the reviews...

1. MAC Zoom Lash Mascara-So, I think I've written about this one before, but I wanted to try it a few more times before giving a full review. Well, I have tried it a couple more times with the same result--IT STINKS!! (and no, not literally, haha) This mascara does not lengthen nor does it give volume. I'm so glad I didn't buy this mascara or I would have been extremely upset.

From maccosmetics.com "This instant volume mascara power-lifts the lashes into length, curls them up...builds them faster than you can wink! Precision control wand glides smoothly down lashes to provide a gorgeously silky upward “sweep”. Smudgeproof and long-wearing!"

Yeah right! Once again, I would not waste my money! If you want expensive, get MUFE Smokey Lash, or if you want cheaper, try Rimmel brand (the pink one) or Max Factor 2000 Calorie. (Picture from www.maccosmetics.com)

2. Best Bath Store Products-So I know I have totally talked this place up, but honestly after using the acne line for a few weeks, it stopped working on my skin and I had to go back to my old routine. I do still use the Acne soap though, because I do think it works well. Actually, I'm not sure if it's the soap or if it's because I wash my face twice now-once to get makeup off {I use Neutrogena}, the other to cleanse my skin {I use the Best Bath Store Acne Bar}. As far as the acne gel and pore refining toner, you can try it for free and see if it works for you, but I wouldn't pay for a full bottle until you try it out.

Acne Facial Bar-From Best Bath Store's Website-Best Bath Store Acne Facial Bar is free of harmful chemicals. The combination of natural ingredients such as Australian Olive Green Clay, Manuka Honey and oil, Vitamin E, and Seaweed help restore and revitalize your skin to its natural balance.

Acne Treatment Gel-From BBS site-Best Bath Store's Acne Treatment Gel is highly effective for sensitive, dry, oily, and acne prone skin types. This reparative gel contains effective ingredients such as manuka honey, aloe vera, organic extracts, and natural essential oils. Its light texture will gently restore your skin's appearance for fast, flawless results.


Pore Refining Toner-From BBS site-Infuse your skin with nourishing natural extracts that tighten and firm. Best Bath Store??™s Pore Refining Facial Toner wipes away dirt and oil, tightens pores, and leaves your skin feeling clean and refreshed.

Holiday Spice Body Bar-From BBS site- Be reminded of the charming joys of the holidays with the sweet smells of Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Orange, Ginger, and Clove Bud essential oils.

I also used one of their regular soaps-Holiday Spice Soap. It smells okay--kind of a mixed between Pumpkin Spice and Cinnamon, but it doesn't lather too well, and it scratches my skin really bad! It's actually left red marks on my skin a couple of times! Once again, I would suggest going to the website and trying out their products, since you get 5 samples for free, but I wouldn't pay for the bigger amounts until you tried them!

Intensive Under Eye Treatment-From BBS site-Brighten your best facial feature with precious natural minerals. Designed to reduce puffiness, wrinkles, and skin discoloration, this intense treatment penetrates deep for short term results. With an intricate blend of ingredient such as Soy & Rice Peptides, Watermelon Extract, Green Tea Extract, Vitamin C and E, this intensive treatment will effectively fight all signs of aging.

Another product I used from the, was the Intensive Under Eye Treatment. I honestly can't say too much about this product, because I had to stop using it after about 2 nights. It made my eyes water really bad and burn, so I stopped use. It did make my under eye feel smoother in the morning, but I thought that I shouldn't keep using the product with my eyes reacting the way they did. (All pictures and descriptions from www.bestbathstore.com)

3. Bee Royal Products-So a few weeks ago, Bee Royal had a sale going on, and MakeupByTiffanyD is always talking about their mascara, so I thought I would try some of their products. Overall I was happy with my choices.

Bee-LUSHcious Lashes Mascara-

For dramatic Bee LUSHcious lashes , our new "LUSH" formula has arrived. packed with protein to strengthen lashes and separate for beautiful eyes that add drama and sex appeal.

Lavish lashes. The hollow-fiber brush lifts and separates. Protein-rich formula builds in strength and flexibility. Nine botanicals, plus Vitamins A, E, and C condition and nourish.

Comparable to Definicils by Lancôme or Dior Show (from beeroyalproducts.com)

So this is the mascara that Tiffany really likes, and I have to admit it's okay. It lengthens really well, but I didn't think that it added much volume. It's a mascara I reach for when I have more of a neutral eye and don't want my lashes too dramatic.

HD Mascara-

The fullest, non-clumping, defined lashes have arrived at Bee-Luscious. This product was specially formulated to deliver the glamour of Hollywood straight to your home.

Lashes enter the digital age! This mascara will bring every lash into sharp, high-definition, focus. This lash-loving formula and innovative brush are uniquely engineered to lengthen and define.

Comparable to Sculpte Cils by Chanel (from beeroyalproducts.com)

So this mascara I bought just because they were having a sale, and I'm addicted to mascara. I thought it sounded great so I though...why not? I have to admit, it's pretty good. the wand takes some getting used to because it's so thin, and you do have to take your time since it can get clumpy if you're not careful. BUT<>

Frosted Lipstick-Fragile Pink-

Bee Luscious is proud to announce yet another incredible product. "Lead Free" FDA approved pigments and beautiful frosted colors. Lustrous, high-frost lipstick. Long-wearing. Contains vitamins and moisture nourishment to keep lips conditioned.

Lustrous, high-frost lipstick. Long-wearing. Contains vitamins and moisture nourishment to keep lips conditioned. (from beeroyalproducts.com)

So this was yet another product that Tiffany talked about, haha. I've been trying to get into wearing more lipstick, and I've always been drawn to more neutral or toned down shades, and this one is perfect! I love the slight pink color, and it goes great with Baby Sparks Dazzleglass or Sugarrimmed. I'm so glad I bought this color! The formula is really great too. It's not drying at all, and it lasts for awhile too. I'm not going to say all day, but it definitely lasted a couple hours!

(All pictures and descriptions from www.beeroyalproducts.com)

4. LUSH Products-So, it's officially...I've jumped on the LUSH bandwagon, and let me tell you if you haven't yet you're missing out!! This place it great, and I plan on making more purchases on Thursday.

Rockstar soap-

Sweet bubblegum soda pop soap strikes just the right chord

This best-selling, creamy soap delight may smell as sweet as sugar, but it's still just a little bit naughty; you know how rock stars are. So lather up, smile for the camera, then party all night long. Warning: This vanilla-berry handmade wonder has been known to increase singing in the shower so be careful who you give it to! (from lush.com)

So I know I've said it before but this soap is AMAZING!!! I absolutely love it and am getting a big chunk of this on Thursday if I get nothing else, haha. Definitely go immediately to your local LUSH counter and get some!!! =)

Massage Bars-

Soft Coeur

Sexy sweet seduction for the skin with milk chocolate and honey

Prepare to get messy with this deliciously romantic concoction of honey, cocoa and natural melty butters, designed for warm, sensual, full-body massages. Be careful not to melt it all at once as you might want to prolong your experience for as long as possible. Make your honeymoon last forever with our best-selling, sweet Soft Coeur. (from lush.com)

Heavanilli

Sensual vanilla heaven

When Heavenilly was presented to us in creative team meeting, we immediately put it to the test, sniffed it with enthusiasm and longing, rubbed it all over our arms. Then we brought it home with us and smoothed it all over our lovers' bodies to see what happens. Heavanilly's melty butters smell of sensual jasmine, vanilla, tonka and cinder toffee – guess what happened next (wink wink). (from lush.com)

So these are the only product from LUSH that I'm not too crazy about. I got them because they are suppose to really make your skin feel nice and smooth, but I think they just make me feel greasy. I don't think I'll be getting any more of these, but I'm glad I tried them.

Bubble Bar-

Flosty Gritter Bubble Bar

Glittery vanilla and lavender prepare you for a night on the town

Flosty Gritter is a very sparkly "girls' night out" sort of bubble bar. Mix lavender essential oil with vanilla absolute and you get a surprisingly sexy fragrance. We put a load of it in Flosty Gritter to set you up for an evening out. The name? Noriko Miura, our beloved Japanese product developer, borrowed a pot filled with frosty glitter and labeled it Flosty Gritter. We couldn't resist. (from lush.com)

So I wasn't too into this product when I got it, but I thought it was pretty, so I decided at last minute to get it, too. I'm so glad I did!!! I used some of this product the other night and it was wonderful!! It made my bath smell so good, and the bubbles felt so relaxing. I only used about a fourth of it and the bubbles lasted about 30 minutes. It's such a nice relaxing extra when you've had a tough week/day. I will definitely be trying out some other scents and getting another one of these! =)

LUSH has become my new obsession, haha. I plan on trying out all of their bath products. Next on my list is to try a bath melt and bath bomb =) Go now and try it! For you people who know me go to Fayette Mall and try some NOW!! (This is you Courtney and Vanya, haha...And you, too, Amber if you read this!) [All pictures and descriptions from www.lush.com]

I've recently got some Avon products I can review for you guys, too! =)

So I guess that's all for now! Hope you all are having a good week so far (Yes, I know it's only Monday). I'll hopefully have another blog up later this week!

LATER!

TARYN