MAC Opulash Mascara

MAC Opulash Mascara

From MAC...

THE BIGGEST, BADDEST, BOUFFANT LASHES EVER ARE MAKING NOISE WITH THEIR
SEXY SWEEP… The most extreme volumization ever seen! Just like going to your hairdresser for the boldest Barbarella blowout you’d ever dare to wear, Opulash creates aesthetic extremes when it gets going, for a dramatic end look. It’s all in the brush: enlarged and engineered to grab roots, lift, hold, replicate, exaggerate, and build-out like an architect intent on astounding with structural sleight-of-hand. Pick up the brush – see it volumize and curl – and you’ll know the difference. Large diameter backs you up, tapered front tip makes inner corners sleeker to reach. Needless to say, no clumping or Spider-Woman Syndrome. 

Worth the HYPE??...


It's just OK for me. It's not the best mascara I have ever tried but it is far from the worst. I give it a 7.5 on a scale of 10.

YES the brush is huge and true there is no clumping. But I was not WOW'd by the volume factor at all. I do like this mascara but I am not floored by it's performance. I already have length and curl so all I ask for is volume. I did get nice volume but not as much as I expected.

 The price is just right ($14 US) and it is even bigger than other MAC mascaras (0.38 US oz.). Don't expect miracles but it is still a GOOD mascara.

MAC Opulash Mascara VS DIOR Diorshow Mascara

The new MAC Opulash Mascara has been compared to Dior Diorshow Mascara since the buzz started. 

So how do they compare? MAC Opulash has a much bigger brush (wider) but they have similar bristles and taper the same. They do pretty much the same thing to my lashes to tell you the truth except that Diorshow is a blacker black. Other than that they seem to perform the same for me. Remember all I need is volume though...so for almost half the price I say get MAC Opulash!

FEEDBACK from readers....it seems that MAC Opulash Mascara is winning this competition!

Diorshow      VS        MAC Opulash

And the results........

Without mascara

With MAC Opulash Mascara

With Dior Diorshow Mascara

'Purple Rain' Look

 'Purple Rain' Look

I don't like purple looks on me at all. I love purples paired with another color but on it's own it just looks funny on me.

Eyes:

PRIME:
I started off with Urban Decay Primer Potion all over my lid up to the brow bone.
Then I applied Inglot #82 Creme Eyeliner (matte purple) as a base on my lid and lightly in the crease. 
 
COLOR:
On the inner corner, I applied MAC Vanilla Eyeshadow (matte ivory w/ slight shimmer). 
Next on the middle of the lid, I applied Illasmasqua Creep Eyeshadow (matte lavendar).
Also on the middle of the lid, I applied Illasmasqua Preen Eyeshadow (matte purple).
On the outer lid I applied MAC Indian Ink Eyeshadow (matte dark purple).
For highlight I used MAC Ricepaper Eyeshadow (shimmery champagne gold). 
 
BROWS:
My brows are filled in with MAC Eyebrow Pencil in Stud.

DEFINE:
I lined my lower waterline with Loreal HIP Creme Eyeliner in Black.. 
I lined my lower lashline and upper lashline with  Inglot #87 Creme Eyeliner (creamy teal).
I lined my right above my lashes with Wet 'n' Wild Creme Eyeliner in Black.
I used a tester Mascara for my lashes and Beautee Senses Smashing Eyelashes.

Lips:

POLISH: 
MAC Ample Pink Plushglass.

Face:

FINISH:
I used NARS Sheer Glow Foundation in Tahoe with MAC Select Moisturecover Concealer in NW35 under my eyes. I set with MAC Blot Powder in Dark.
I used MAC Azalea Blossom Blush Ombre for my cheeks.     


Earrings from Wet Seal.
 

All About Eyeliner

All About Eyeliner....

Ok guys....here goes another basic video tutorial...this time on eyeliner specifically for the upper lashline...feedback is welcomed! : )

Basic chat....


How to...

'Royal Sugar' Look

'Royal Sugar' Look

Quick look today with my fave color combo - blue and green.

Eyes:

PRIME:
I started off with Urban Decay Primer Potion all over my lid up to the brow bone.
Then I applied Inglot #85 Creme Eyeliner (matte bright green) as a base on my lid and lightly in the crease. 
 
COLOR:
On the inner corner, I applied MAC Vanilla Eyeshadow (matte ivory w/ slight shimmer). 
Next on the middle of the lid, I applied Sugarpill Absinthe Loose Eyeshadow (shimmery lime green).
On the outer lid I applied MAC Cool Heat Eyeshadow (shimmery teal green).
For the crease and blending I used Sugarpill Royal Sugar Loose Eyeshadow (shimmery bright blue).
For highlight I used MAC Ricepaper Eyeshadow (shimmery champagne gold). 
 
BROWS:
My brows are filled in with MAC Eyebrow Pencil in Stud and MAC Showstopper Eyeshadow.

DEFINE:
I lined my upper lashline with Wet 'n' Wild Creme Eyeliner in Black. 
I lined my lower waterline with Loreal HIP Creme Eyeliner in Black.. 
I lined my lower lashline with MAC Undercurrent Pearlglide Eyeliner (teal green with gold sparkles).
I used a tester Mascara for my lashes and Ardell #110 Eyelashes.

 

 Lips:

POLISH:
I outlined my lips with MAC 80% Cremestick Liner followed by MAC Kinda Sexy Lipstick and MAC Ample Pink Plushglass.

Face:

FINISH:
I used NARS Sheer Glow Foundation in Tahoe with MAC Select Moisturecover Concealer in NW35 under my eyes. I set with MAC Blot Powder in Dark.
I used MUFE #6 HD Microfinish Blush for my cheeks.     

Earrings from Wet Seal.

'Happy Go Lucky' Nails

'Happy Go Lucky' Nails

For this nail design I used:

1. One coat of China Glaze Happy Go Lucky Nailpolish at the tip of the nail.
2. OPI No Room For The Blues Nailpolish applied at an angle on the nail tips. 
3. Then apply a flower/vine design from Konad #26 Stamping Plate (far right design) using Konad Special Nailpolish in Purple.
4. Apply Seche Vite Fast Dry Top Coat and we are done!

New Suede Shoes

New Suede Shoes

So by request I am going to start incorporating a bit more of my style into this blog. And since I have no makeup on today I wanted to at least share my new shoes.

These are from SHI by Journeys (pronounced SHE...yep I asked)...and is categorized under Womens Nadara Tasmond Heel - Rust.
  

'Canary Landscape' Look

 'Canary Landscape' Look

Where have all the makeup looks gone??? Heee heeee....either I wasn't happy with them or didn't wear any makeup....but here's another look for spring : )

Eyes:

PRIME:
I started off with Urban Decay Primer Potion all over my lid up to the brow bone.
Then I applied Inglot #85 Creme Eyeliner (matte bright green) as a base on my lid and lightly in the crease. 
 
COLOR:
On the inner corner, I applied MAC Canary Yellow Eyeshadow (matte light yellow). 
Next on the middle of the lid, I applied MAC True Chartreuse Pigment (matte sour apple green).
On the outer lid and creaseI applied MAC Landscape Green Pigment (matte grass green).
For the crease and blending I used Smashbox Nude Eyeshadow (matte caramel brown).
For highlight I used MAC Ricepaper Eyeshadow (shimmery champagne gold). 
 
BROWS:
My brows are filled in with MAC Eyebrow Pencil in Stud and MAC Showstopper Eyeshadow.

DEFINE:
I lined my upper lashline with Wet 'n' Wild Creme Eyeliner in Black. 
I lined my lower waterline with Loreal HIP Creme Eyeliner in Black.. 
I lined my lower lashline with MAC Designer Purple Pearlglide Eyeliner (purple with fuchsia sparkles).
I used a tester Mascara for my lashes and Beautee Senses #213 Eyelashes.

Lips:

POLISH:
MAC Brave New Bronze Lipstick with MAC Sock Hop Lipglass.

Face:

FINISH:
I used NARS Sheer Glow Foundation in Tahoe with MAC Select MoistureCover Concealer in NW35 under my eyes. I set with MAC Blot Powder in Dark.
I used MUFE #6 HD Microfinish Blush for my cheeks.      

Urban Decay De-Slick Oil Control Makeup Setting Spray REVIEW

Urban Decay De-Slick Oil Control Makeup Setting Spray REVIEW

So Urban Decay has come out with some new products for long wearing makeup - Makeup Setting Sprays. They have different formulas for Normal Skin, Drier Skin, Oily Skin and even one with Moisturizer and SPF.

So I decided to give the De-Slick Oil Control version a try since I always have problems with oil throughout the day plus this was my chance to take advantage of the 30% off sale. Of course this is meant for oily skin...

REVIEW - I used this product for a few days so far and here is my review...

My 3 P's:

Packaging - This packaging is far from typical Urban Decay style. The product itself comes in a pretty simple (and cheap) looking spray bottle with a colorful stick label all around the bottle. The spray nozzle does not deliver as fine a mist as I would expect from for a makeup spray. I was not at all impressed by the packaging so I transferred some of the product to an empty fine mister bottle from the drug store.

Product - The spray itself is a clear liquid that has a very faint smell of generic hairspray. This smell is not overpowering and goes away after a few seconds.

Performance - The instructions say to apply before foundation and after for a long lasting effect. Shake, Sweep (in a 'X' and 'T' shape across the face) and Spray 6-8 inches away from the face.

I shook and sprayed the product in a 'X' shape across my face (about 6 inches away) after applying my moisturizer. I then used a sponge to spread the product over my nose and across my t-zone. I allowed that to dry for about a minute then I applied my foundation and setting powder and then sprayed once again but this time only once spritz about 12 inches away from my face to finish.



At first the product made my face feel a bit stiff but that wore off in a few minutes and I no longer 'felt' the product on my face. When they say Matte you better expect Matte! The spray leaves a completely matte finish to my makeup. It lasts all day (over 9 hours for me) and my makeup still looks freshly done at the end of the day. However, after a few hours there was some slight oiliness on my nose but my nose is like an oil source so I don't mind the one touch-up of blot powder 4-5 hours into my day.


Overall:
Overall I think this is a great product for oily skin and I highly recommend it. It is quite costly at $29 for 4.0 US fl. oz. but this will lasts for months on end so it's money well spent.
I advise getting a fine mister bottle instead of using the bottle it comes in to get a finer mist. The bottle itself is okay but I have used better.
Get ready for a matte finish. If this is not your taste then this is not your spray....unless you apply shimmer after spraying.
This is not a miracle worker so expect at least one touch-up during the day....but if you are like me and require a few touch-ups otherwise then it's miracle enough for me!
Check it out....


Read More from Urban Decay below...

When the oil production of your face rivals a small OPEC nation, you need a mighty ally. De-Slick uses innovative oil control that both absorbs excess sebum and controls surface shine. The problem-solving formula mists on, feels weightless, and sets makeup so it lasts ALL DAY. Its light dispersing particles deflect shine and deliver a matte look for up to 16 hours. Really.

De-Slick also contains powerful temperature control technology, which keeps your makeup from melting down when it’s warm and humid, and dehydrating when its cold and windy. Simply mist on before, and again after, your beauty routine to prevent loss of color, melting, sliding, excess shine, fading eyeshadow and lip color disappearance. AND it’s formulated to resist moisture, so you can fearlessly sweat, cry, or get your Jacuzzi on... while your makeup remains looking just-applied.

This seemingly weird extra step suddenly becomes the one step you can’t do without. Backed by years of science, De-Slick is simply unlike any other product available.

And yes, its allergy tested, dermatologist tested, vegan, cruelty free, and free of oil, parabens, and fragrance.

Tips: • Shake it! Before use. • Sweep it! (In an “X” and “T” formation) Across face to evenly distribute mist over eyes, cheeks, lips. • Spray it! Holding bottle about 6-8” from face.

Fill Weight: 118 mL e 4.0 US fl oz.

Ingredients:
Aqua (Water),SD-Alcohol 39-C,Polyhydroxystearic Acid,Isononyl Isononanoate,Ethylhexyl Isononanoate,Sodium Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate,PVP,Phenoxyethanol,Caprylyl Glycol,Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide,Methyl Methacrylate Cross Polymer,Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate,Gluconolactone,Sodium Benzoate,PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate,Glycereth-5 Lactate,Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice,Fragrance

Price: $29.00