Tropical Makeup Look

    I've been loving Hawaiian/tropical inspired looks since we're getting close to Summer. I thought it would be fun to play with some bright, beautiful colors for that exotic sunkissed look.

  Products used:
Face:
~ Foundation: Revlon Colorstay Whipped in 220 Nude
~ Face Powder: Maybelline Shine Free Loose Powder in 02 Medium
~ Concealer: Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer in Nude
~ Contour: Flirt! in 02 Golden Minx

Eyes:
~ Eyebrows: NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder in Dark Brown/Brown
~ Eyeliner: NYX Collection Noir Liquid Black Liner
~ Eye Shadows: Urban Decay Vice Palette: Penny Lane, Noise, Vice, and  M.A.C.: Phloof!
~ Mascara: Maybelline The Rocket Volum' Express

Lips:
~ Lip Liner: e.l.f. Studio Matte Lip Color in Tea Rose
~ Lipstick: NYX 509 Narcissus
~ Lipgloss: NYX Butter Gloss in BLG11 Maple Blondie

  
Erica
XOXO

JoJo Cover (Originally Drake) - Marvin's Room

Cover of James Blunt's Song Goodbye My Lover

Enticing Blue Smokey Look

  While going through my makeup, I realized I don't play around with much of the blue eyeshadows. I think some of us are reminded of the 80's or even Mimi from the Drew Carey show when debating whether or not to use this color in particular. However, if done right, a blue eye look can come off as glamorous and striking. I decided to try out a look that gives just the right amount of color without being overwhelming. What is of utmost importance is to remember to blend very well, so everything is cohesive. This look is perfect for a night out and gives your eyes the perfect dose of magnetism.

Products used:
Face:
~ Foundation Primer: Sephora Anti-Shine Primer
~ Foundation: L'oreal True Match in W3 Nude Beige
~ Face Powder: Rimmel London Stay Matte Powder in 020 Nude Beige
~ Concealer: Almay Bright Eyes and Benefit Boi-ing in 02
~ Contour: NYX Matte Bronzer in MBB 05 Deep Tan
~ Highlight: e.l.f Shimmering Facial Whip in Lilac Petal

Eyes:
~ Eyebrows: 88 Orig.  Coastal Scents Palette - Darkest Brown and Black Shade
~ Eyeliner: Maybelline Master Precise in Black
~ Eyeshadow Primer: Too Faced Shadow Insurance and NYX Jumbo Pencil in Cottage Chees
~ Eye Shadows: Coastal Scents 88 Original Palette, and M.A.C. in Phloof! and Contrast
~ Mascara: Wet 'n Wild Mega Length Mascara

Lips:
~ Lip Liner: e.l.f. Studio Matte Lip Color in Tea Rose
~ Lipstick: Wet 'n Wild Matte Lipstick in Bare It All

Tools:

~ Foundation: Sedona Lace 480
~ Contour: Sedona Lace FB 03
~ Eyebrows: EcoTools Angle Brush
~ Eyeshadow: Sedona Lace EB 09, EB 13, Sonia Kashuk Blending Brush
   Face Secrets Shadow Blender, e.l.f. Defining Eye Brush
 

Erica
XOXO

Ed Sheeran Cover - Give Me Love

    I've been listening to Ed Sheeran like crazy for the past month. I can't believe I didn't discover him sooner. A majority of his songs tug at the heart strings, and he sings with so much passion and believability. Not only does he have amazing vocals, but he kills it on the acoustic. I've been trying to learn his songs on the acoustic, but it's still pretty advanced for me to play. Regardless, I enjoy learning his songs and playing more simple versions of them. So far this is my second Ed Sheeran cover. There may be more covers of his songs in the future ;)

Erica
XOXO 

Ed Sheeran Cover - Kiss Me

Go-To Evening Smokey Eye Look - Simple, Subtle, and Sexy!

    I did this post on a whim because I thought I'd let you all in on my go-to smokey eye for the evening. I like this look because it's simple to do, and it goes with any outfit. Plus, all but one of the products that are used are inexpensive brands, and the eyeshadows all come from the same Coastal Scents 88 original palette. For some reason, I always tend to wait last minute to start on my makeup before it's time to go out, and a look like this has helped me with being more efficient with my time.

Products used:
Face:
~ Foundation Primer: Rimmel Fix & Perfect 001
~ Foundation: Revlon PhotoReady in 008 Golden Beige
~ Face Powder: Maybelline Dream Matte Powder in Beige
~ Concealer: Hard Candy Glamoflauge in Medium
~ Contour: NYX Matte Bronzer in MBB 05 Deep Tan
~ Highlight: MAC Pigment in Vanilla

Eyes:
~ Eyebrows: NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder in Dark Brown/Brown
~ Eyeliner: Maybelline Master Precise in Black
~ Eyeshadow Primer: Hard Candy Eyeshadow Primer
~ Eye Shadows: Coastal Scents 88 Original Palette
~ Mascara: CoverGirl Lash Blast Volume in Very Black and
   Hard Candy Ginormous Lashes in Carbon Black

Lips:
~ Lip Liner: NYX Lip Liner Pencil in 810 Natural 
~ Lipstick: NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Tokyo
~ Lipgloss: L'oreal Colour Juice in Bubble Gum

Tools:
~ EcoTools Angle Brush
~ Sonia Kashuk Travel-Sized Flat Powder Brush
~ FaceSecrets Bronzer Brush
~ Coastal Scents Flat Eyeshadow Brush
~ Sedona Lace Brushes: EB 13, EB 15

    Having a more subtle eye look is a great way to really accentuate the eyes you were born with instead of masking them. Now you can spend more time having fun with your friends instead of working on your makeup ;) I hope you all enjoyed this evening smokey eye look!

Erica
XOXO