Day 1: V-day Lips Sally Hansen Moist & Matte Liquid Color in Charmeuse

My 7 day long series will be all about the lips! After years of seeing bloggers/yters in wearing reds, berries and plums.. I felt like I could work it too. I took baby steps starting with glosses working my way to lipsticks.

Sally Hansen Moist & Matte Liquid Color in Charmeuse is perfect if you plan on making a BOLD statement. 
Every time I see this color it gives me an "OMG this looks AMAZING" feel LOL

Constancy: 
Creamy Liquid 
Price: 
$1.00 at Dollar Tree
$2.00 at Dollarama
Availability:
I got it months ago at Dollar Tree in the states...I'm not sure if there still available.
I also seen them at select Dollaramas.
Staying power:
Pretty good.. but it will definitely leave a mark on your glass or your date LOL

Would you wear this color? Why or why not?

Update: Growing out the bangs, Pinky Nude lips + Week long blog series :D

These pics were taken at 12 am! LOL.. I went to the salon today for some hair TLC. I got a deep steam treatment...which my hair need badly. 
This time I didn't cut my bangs..I think I'm going to grow them out.

I havent blogged since Wednesday! I apoligize but I wanted to gear up for my week long blog series which starts tomorrow :D

Yay!! These blog post will lead up to valentines day. Whether you celebrate it or not.. these post can just be an inspiration to try something new. I know someone is wondering what the hell I am talking about! You will just have to wait and see until tomorrow :)



I know someone will ask, my top was only $10 from H&M. I love it..reminds me of a vintage piece. In other words my grandma probably had one just like it LOL! I know you cant see the whole thing so I'll do an OOTD with it soon :)

The Pinky nude lip I'm wearing is the Sally Hansen Natural Butter Lip shine. I got it at Dollar Tree for a dollar of course. I could kick myself for not buying a few back ups! The color is gorgeous and the price is RIGHT!

Look out for my Valentines Day inspired posts starting tomorrow! Please support it and leave a comment if you can <3

Also I want to say hi to my new followers *wave* I want to get to know you! Say hi and if you have a blog you can leave your URL in this post for me to check out!

*I'm wearing BOBBI BOSS INDI REMI NATURAL YAKI


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Hard Candy Haul+ HD Swatches

This is actually my second time trying out their products: Click here for my previous haul.

Its good to know that you can get good quality makeup and not break the bank.

 I shot these swatches with my HD camera because it's always better to know how the product is in true color before you purchase.





Meteor Eyes - Baked Meteor Eyeshadow in Outer Space
Baked glitter eyeshadows.

Very pretty gunmetal black with micro glitter. This color would be perfect for a smokey eye. These pictures were taken with the shadow DRY.

**The picture on the left is with flash & the one on the right is no flash.

Mouthing Off - Sheer Lip Shine in Exotic
Gives lips glistening, sheer color with maximum shine. Gloriously glossy sheers form shimmering to sparkling. 
 This color is a gorgeous shimmering Orange. Not too shimmery just perfect.  It would look amazing paired with the Outer Space shadow. Hmmm... Maybe I should do a Face of the Day with it?

Glitz Stick - Sparkling Crayon
Super chunky crayons of translucent color are laced with glitter and can be worn on eyes, cheeks, lips and body. Blend for sheer, subtle, shimmer effect or layer with shadow, blush or lipstick for dense glitter.
I absolutely love the concept of this! I don't make any mess with this "crayon" because I control the amount of glitter I want :D

This is definitely a affordable brand that is worth every penny. 
Have you tried any of these products? 
Should I do a look with these?

Do you prefer a Matte or Dewy foundation finish?


I personally prefer a matte finish. My T-zone can get really oily at times so I feel like it's better to be maintain a matte look. Here I used MAC Prowear in NW45 with a combo of  Per-Fekt Beauty Decadent skin perfector. I combat oil with Kett Sett - No-Color Setting Powder & MAC Blot Film!

One of these days I plan on going "Dewy" ...maybe summer. 
I think if I spray some Fix+ or Charge water on my face, it should do the trick.

Do you prefer a Matte or Dewy foundation finish? What foundation do you use?

FOTD: Cat Eyeliner & Glossy Plum Lips

Photos don't do this look justice! It was amazing up close. *SIGH* This is the look I wore to my bf's friends b-day. I was totally unsure what to look to do but I knew I need something simple with little touch ups.
The main products used was:
Eyes-
Maybelline Eye Studio™ Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner in Blackest Black
BarryM 3 N 1 Mascara
Lips-
Faceatelier Lip Glaze-Shiraz
I used my Eve Pearl 104- Eyeliner brush to draw that perfect cat eye flick! First starting at the edge then bringing it inwards.
What do you think of this look?

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Nail Of the day: BarryM Instant Nail Effects

I remember when this product first came out UK bloggers were going crazy! It sold out in stores immediately. As a Canadian blogger I was super jealous that I couldnt get a hold of it here. Now I finally got a bottle and I'm in love!!!!

I layered it over a robin egg blue nail polish. This picture was taken after 5 days of wear!!!

You have to have a certain confidence when wearing this polish because people will stare LOL!
This polish dries to a matte finish but I decided to put two coats of a clear polish to seal it in. I can't believe how long it lasted.
How do you feel about BarryM Instant Nail Effects Nail polish?

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How I keep moisturized in the winter- MAC, Gerber & Dermaglow

I cant believe I haven't done a post like this before! Living in Canada comes with its ups and downs. This is how I'm battling the winter 2011:

For ALL over:
MAC Naked Honey Salve
Formulated from honey, organic beeswax, sunflower oil, and other natural ingredients, this rich honey-scented and flavoured salve instantly moisturizers and helps recondition dry skin. Multi-purpose. Use everywhere.
I love this because its NOT greasy. I hate using products that make me feel like I'm putting petroleum jelly all over my body. This can used alone or combined to seal in moisture.

Elbows and in between fingers
Gerber Grins & Giggles Moisturizing Stick

Soothes dry, chapped skin

I got this at Big Lots in USA. I know its for babies   I love the fact that its small & lightly scented! I bring it everywhere because it`s not messy.


Arms & hands:
MAC Mineralized All Over Lotion

A moisturizing lotion for face and body formulated with M∙A∙C's exclusive diamond-infused Charged Water technology. Silky and smooth in application, dynamic in action: Fast-tracks hydration to quickly restore dry skin's natural balance. Lightweight, and free of fragrance, mineral oil, and colour. Use alone on face and body or blend with pigments or foundations to sheer out application. Good for all skin types.

This product is AMAZING!  Super Hydrating. Yes its $29.50 each but a little goes a long way. This is a product that I can use alone and not have to worry if I`m ashy a few hours after.

Face:
 Dermaglow Hydration Fix 

Whether your complexion is dry, oily, or somewhere in between, this serum corrects dehydration by delivering an intensive dose of moisture. The result is skin that’s supple, youthful and radiant. 

This is a Canadian product. I can only use in the winter because its thick!  Perfect Barrier to defend your face from the harsh winter weather.



Have you tried any of these products?

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Hey Girls!

I recently got a cool email from www.glowingbeauty.ca informing me that they have a $100 gift certificate giveaway going on!

All you have to do is go to their contest page - http://www.glowingbeauty.ca/index.php/contest_jan_2011 and enter the contest by putting in your name & address. In box labeled "Where did you find us" input Spiced Beauty. If you win you get an extra $25.00 for putting in my name..So a $125.00 total gift certificate.

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January 31, 2011

FOTD using Barry M Cosmetics!

This is a simple look for my movie date to see Black Swan. Since I have a lot of Barry M goodies, I decided to test some of it out. Girls..everything I used was soo pigmented! Products like these just make you fall in love with makeup all over. Haha! I know it's weird but my "junkies" exactly what I mean.



Here is what I used:
  •  Barry M Dazzle Dust in 44 (Bronze)
  • Barry M Lip Lacquer Pencil Crayon 2 (Cherry Red)
  • Barry M 3 N 1 Mascara
 I need to spotlight the Dazzle Dust & Lip Lacquer because there GORGEOUS. Please click the pictures to see these in HD.
I generally never touch a lipstick with sparkles because they look "gritty'...but the lacquers are smooth & glossy. I want every color!


What do you think of the look?






As most of you can see from several Canadian Bloggers BarryM may be coming to Canada. So support the moment and Like this BarryM page!

Winter 2011 Blog Sale - LOWERED PRICES

I really need to have this blog sale to free up some space in my room. Make up is taking over!! 6 traincases, 2 medium sized clear drawers... I won't even go on. I will just conclude with I need to get rid of some of these stuff....ASAP
I ship to Canada and US.....if your from another country msg me
Your purchase must be a minimum of $10.00
USA shipping is $5.50
If your CDN and out of GTA/Toronto message me for shipping rates
If you're in GTA we can maybe meet up to save shipping cost
Paypal or Online Interact money order ONLY
EMAIL: jenn (@) spicedbeauty (dot) com
I'm not responsible for the package once it is sent out...
FREE gifts in all packages <3

MAC Liquidlast Liner Molten Sol
Swatched x1 on back of hand
$10.00
Mini MAC LIPGLASS Delicate Crush SOLD

Various MAC Lippes
 Left to Right:
Nice Mix up $9.00, Roman Holiday $8.00, Style Warrior $10.00,
Lustre White $7.00
 See Thru Lip Color in Secret Crush SOLD


Brand New Jessie's Girl Bejeweled Eyeshadow Quad 432A-1
I have no idea how much this should go for $3.00 or Best Offer