Cover FX: Say Yes To Skin Tint! Say No To Skin Cancer!

Skin cancer is now more common than ever. As a woman of color I can't stress how important it is to put on SPF daily. Start now while you're young, trust me your skin will thank you later!

This June Cover FX, Dermatologists’ First Choice For Flawless Looking Skin, urges you to wear your black ribbon with pride in support of skin cancer awareness.

Prevent and protect your skin by using a product with SPF. We want you to SAVE FACE and achieve a sun kissed glow without putting your skin at risk of damaging sun exposure.

Click the picture below to be directed to the CoverFX page!

 SkinTint FX SPF30 $39 and BritePrep FX SPF50 $45 and Cover FX products are available in:

• United Kingdom – Select Harvey Nichols, Harveynichols.com, House Of Fraser and houseoffraser.co.uk and CoverFX.com
• Canada – Shoppers Drug Mart/Pharmaprix, Murale, Jean Coutu, select The Bay and Sephora stores, Sephora.com, TheBay.ca, Ebeauty.ca and CoverFX.com
• United States – Select Sephora stores, Sephora.com, Naimies, Dermstore.com, Skinstore.com and CoverFX.com

Sigma Travel Kit Naughty Review

As a Sigma Affiliate, I was happy to try out the Sigma Travel Kit Naughty in Black. I tried the F80 a few months ago and loved it, so I believe in the Sigma brand.

This brush set comes with seven important brushes. Each brush has a specialty which allows you to achieve your flawless look.

Here is each brush in HD after being washed:

Very dense with a rounded top. Ideal to apply powder products on face and body. Natural bristles.

Rounded and tapered top. Specially designed to apply and blend color on the crease. Natural bristles.

Can be used to apply liquid or cream foundation. It is also recommended to apply moisturizers and conceal large areas. Synthetic bristles.

The rounded, tampered, flat shape makes this brush ideal to conceal the under eye area. It is also recommended for a precise application in small areas. Synthetic bristles.

Soft and dense with a rounded finish. Can be used to apply pressed or loose eye shadows and pigments. Ideal to build intense color on the eyelid. Natural bristles.

Rounded and tapered top. Specially designed to apply and blend color on the crease. Natural bristles.

Precise application of color on the crease, outer corner, and upper and lower lash line. Also ideal to smudge out pencil liner. Natural bristles.

BONUS:

"Airbrushed" finish when used to apply liquid foundation. It can also be used to apply blush, highlight shades and loose pigments. Blend of synthetic and natural bristles.

Overall:
 I couldn't find anything wrong with this brush set.
Great carrying case, quality brushes and the bonus brush is pretty good too! 
I can`t stress how amazing it is to have a Tapered Blending Brush in a brush set.

Which brush is your favorite? 
Also would you be interested in this brush set? *wink*

Corioliss Wand Ceramic Curling Iron (18mm) from Missiko.com + Pictures of my curls

Missiko.com is the place to go to get Hair Straighteners,Curling Irons & professional salon styling tools. With several brands at your finger tips, you can select anything from their Corioliss Hair Straighteners to a dryer from Elchim for a low price.

I remember the first time I tried a Corioliss Wand Ceramic Curling Iron back in early 2010. I loved the look and hated the price. I could never justify spending over $250.00 on it, even if I was in love. Missiko.com offers the same curler for $99.99 plus FREE Shipping!

Corioliss Wand Curling Iron Features:

• Tourmaline infused ceramic barrel emits far infrared heat technology to lock in moisture.
• Heat Proof Glove Included in Package
• Fast heat up time and high temperature performance.
• Negative ion technology eliminates static resulting in hair that is soft, silky and shiny.
• Professional 360 degrees swivel cord
• Clipless design. 

This is NOT your typical curling iron. I love the fact that it's possible to control the curl pattern. With my past curling irons there was only one option- tight Shirley Temple curls. Not 2011 friendly at all.

In this picture I held the curl for five seconds. It ended up looking very beachy:

I repeated the process all around my head. I also combed out the back curls with my fingers.

 The finished look with my EXTREME baby face:

If you have been debating whether or not to get a Curling wand, I'd definitely recommend the Ceramic Wand Curling Iron!

Payless ShoeSource Spring/Summer 2011 Collection Preview

I had the opportunity to attend the Payless ShoeSource Spring/Summer 2011 Collection Preview. I've been a fan of Payless for their affordable shoes and various collaborations. 

Warning ladies.. This is shoe heaven!

Every style that will suit your lifestyle.

So ENJOY!

Lela Rose for Payless
Loved the color scheme & detailing.

Christian Siriano & Isabel Toledo for Payless

Isabel's line is on the left side. Color scheme is (Black & White) with weaving.

Christian's line is on the right has a very exotic look.

Christian Siriano for Payless

 

 American Eagle, Montego Bay plus Zoe & Zac.

This was my favorite table.

Everything was fun and super cute!

 

Montego Bay on the left.
Doesn't it make you want to actually go to Montego Bay!!

Zoe & Zac on the right.
Did you know that their a eco-friendly line?

American Eagle from Payless had a very nautical feel.

Hope you enjoyed :)
Visit Payless on-line or in store.

Biore Daily Cleansing Cloths Review

One of the goodies I got from the TBB event was the Biore Daily Cleansing cloths. I have a lot of cleansing products but a good package of wipes can make anyone's life easier.

These pre-moistened portable cloths provide gentle exfoliating action that cleans deep down to the pores to give you an essential daily dose of exfoliation and recharge skin anytime, anywhere leaving it feeling vibrant and glowing. Clinically proven to remove dirt, oil and make-up – even waterproof mascara – with no greasy residue. 

When I come home from a night out, I need a quick alternative to cut down steps to get to bed. The first I do is rip the cloths in half. Since I use them on my eyes there is no need to waste a whole cloth. Then I gently press the cloth on my lid to "breakdown" the makeup. Then I wipe it off.

Pro:

Alcohol-free

Quick

Not messy

Thick cloth

Nice scent

Con:

Doesn't take off all my waterproof makeup

 Conclusion

It gets most of the makeup off but will never replace my daily routine. Since there is more pros then cons I would recommend this product. 

Ladies have you tried these cloths before?

 

Fashion: Rings Part 1

Two words.. Love it!

This ring was from Charlotte Russe <3

I won this ring in a giveaway :D

Do you trust Beauty Advisors in department stores?

This is a really good question which popped in my head a few days ago. I know some Beauty Advisors are dedicated to helping you.... but I know some of them care more about sales.

Which means they push products on you that you truly don't need/want.

As a MUA/Beauty Blogger I'm very alert whenever I'm getting makeup applied or if a product is suggested to me. In other words I can sort through the bull....but a lot of others are not that fortunate.

I want to know your opinions! How do you feel about advisors?

NOTD: Im Green with Envy for that Party of Five

 I have no idea how to name a nail of the day post.
Hopefully Ill get better as I post more :D

Isn't this combo gorgeous!! 

Remember my recent nail polish Haul?
I used Sally Hansen's Green with Envy with Wet n Wild Party of Five glitters!

I started with two coats of Green with Envy, then two coats of WnW Part of Five glitters over it. FYI* I didn't use a top coat.

So far my mani has lasted almost 2 weeks! 

I have nooo idea why but anything that's Sally Hansen or WnW never comes off...which is a huge plus.

The two colors I used:

Thanks for reading :D

Nail Polish Haul: Wet n Wild & Sally Hansen

I decided to give in and buy some more Spring/Summer colors! All these bottles were from $2.99 from Zellers. For my Americans, Zellers is like a watered down Target..haha.

I know that these bottles usually retail for $1.99 in USA.

Lets me show you each bottle.. these pictures came out true to color :)
Just in case you fall in love here are the names:

Sally Hansen Blue Me Away

Sally Hansen Green with Envy

Wet n Wild Garden Hose

Wet n Wild Sunburst

Swatches:

L to R- Sally Hansen Blue Me Away, Sally Hansen Green with Envy, Wet n Wild Garden Hose & Wet n Wild Sunburst.

Gorgeous colors!

Which color is your favorite?

Winner: Crystal microdermabrasion and cold laser light therapy + extra prizes!

Winner of the crystal microdermabrasion and cold laser light therapy is:

Farah
Jenn you have NO idea how badly i need this im breaking out so bad from wedding stress :(

Also fresh beautiful:Studio Gave me the opportunity to pick 2 extra winners to get a CREDIT on preserve+nurture.

Your second prize winner will receive a $100 credit against one preserve+nurture treatment.

Your third prize winner will receive a $50 credit against one preserve+nurture treatment.

2nd place winner is:

Meredith

I was a dairy fiend up until the day after EASTER. Breaking out like WHOAH. Help me!

3rd place winner is:
 

StealMyHeartLove

Enter Me!

Please email me jenn (at) spicedbeauty (dot) com to redeem your giveaway prizes!!
 

My Favorite Pinky Nude Lipstick (WOC Friendly) + Lip Swatches- Clinque/Joe Fresh/ Revlon

I often get asked what colors are complementary for WOC. My answer is always "You need to try out brands to get the right fit for you". 

I know that trying out brands are costly but in this post I gave Low-Medium-High options for the perfect Picky Nude Lip.


L to R- Clinque Nude Blush, Joe Fresh Brick & Revlon Mink.

Clinque Butter Shine Lipstick in Nude Blush would be high-end costing around $16.50 CDN/ $14.50 USA.

Color: Soft Beige-y pearlized nude

Finish: Creamy and moisturizing

Joe Fresh Matte Lipstick in Brick would be Low/Medium-end costing around $6.00 CDN.

Color:  Soft reddish brown nude

Finish: Matte but moisturizing

Revlon Lipstick would be would be Low/Medium-end costing around $2.00 to $8.00 CDN.

Color: Pinky taupe nude

Finish: Sheer to moderate and moisturizing

If you want to see comparisons of the lipsticks side by side check out my youtube video below!

Which one is your favorite?