top 5 beauty products of march

Hey guys! I'm so excited to share my March favorites with you! I've been using some great products this month, so here we go...

1. Maybelline Color Tattoo 24hr Cream Gel Shadow

Whenever I want a strong eyeshadow base with a tad of shimmer, I reach for "too cool". This stuff keeps my eyeshadows in place all day, some thing other cream shadows haven't been able to do. Now, I understand that cream shadows aren't necessarily supposed to keep eyeshadows in place, but I do think they should be able to resist creasing fairly well. "Too cool" does, and I love it!

2. Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer

I've used this concealer every single day since I got it and words cannot describe much I love this product. It's very light and you can't feel it on, and it really does brighten your face. I'm in the shade "Radiant", but honestly I think "Ivory" would work even better for me because it's warmer-based. You guys have to try this out, it is uh-MAZE-ing!

3. CoverGirl Lasblast Fusion Mascara

I really like this mascara. It lengthens, volumizes, and dramatizes my lashes. My only complaint about this product is by the end of the school day, I notice some flaking, which can get annoying. But it's easily fixed with a little swipe underneath your eyes. Trust me, it's worth it!

4. Rimmel Blush in Pink Sorbet

This has been my go-to everyday blush for the past three-four weeks. I love how light it is and how it gives my skin a gorgeous healthy glow! Definitely one of my top favorites this month!

5. Sinful Colors Nail Polish in "Hazard"

This is currently my go-to nail color. If I'm too lazy to do a nail design in a hurry I can slap on this color and in one coat it's good-to-go.

What were your March favorites?

-hannah

a beginners makeup kit

Hola amigos! I've been getting a few requests to do a "just starting out" makeup kit post. I've thought long and hard, and these are the products I think would be best if you're just beginning to get into makeup. And keep in mind that I'm a drugstore makeup junkie, so all of these products will be affordable (although lately I've been eyeing "sketch" eyeshadow from MAC and the Urban Decay Naked Palettes ;]) So without further ado...

 If you're just starting out with makeup, I totally recommend getting a powder foundation. It's much easier to work with and gives you nice amount of coverage if you buy the right kind. I suggest either Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free foundation or Covergirl powder foundation.

I would also suggest using a powder blush. This will give you good practice with brushes, where cream blush you can use with your fingers. I recommend wet n wild color icon blush or milani baked blush.

When you're just getting into makeup, don't go for all the bright eyeshadows. Stick with neutrals until you're confident in your ability to apply makeup, then go for a couple fun colors. I LOVE Revlon Quads, and they just came out with a new line of them, so be sure to check those out. Also, you can never go wrong with wet n wild trios.

 Get a plain black eyeliner. This is a must. You can do so much with black eyeliner. My favorite way to wear it is smudging it on the outer half of my lower lashline/waterline. It really defines my eyes and makes them pop. My very favorite black eyeliner is the Physicians Formula Eyeliner. I got it in the shimmer strips green eyes trio, but they sell singles.
Also, covergirl liquiline blast liner in black fire is amazing!

Get an eyebrow pencil. You may not realize it, but your eyebrows frame your face, and therefore they complete your look. But I have to warn you, do NOT get a color that's too dark! This is the biggest problem people have when buying an eyebrow pencil. Instead of getting one that matches your eyebrows exactly, get one that is a shade or two lighter. I really like wet n wild eyeliner/eyebrow pencils and NYC eyeliner/eyebrow pencils (I have an NYC one and love it!).

This little guy makes such a difference. Curling your lashes make your eyes look bigger and your lashes look fuller. DEFINITELY invest in one :) I LOVELOVELOVE the e.l.f. eyelash curler.

Mascara can change your whole look. It really can. If you had to pick one product to buy in this whole post, I'd go for mascara. One of my absolute favorite mascaras is the covergirl all-in-one mascara in black. It volumizes, lengthens, and stays all day!

And last but not least! If you're starting out with makeup, don't get a lipstick. Get a Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter. They are a-m-a-z-i-n-g!! (Would you like a review?) These are uber-moisturizing and give really nice color pay-off. The colors I would suggest are Strawberry Shortcake, Creamsicle, Sugar Frosting, Creme Brulee, and Berry Smoothie.

That's pretty much it! Those are all you need for a basic makeup kit! I hope this post helps you get started on your love for cosmetics :)

-hannah
p.s. would you like me to review any products? Make any certain posts? Leave a comment to tell me!

makeup tutorial: make me crazy

This is a fun look that would be perfect for a night out!

Products used:
Revlon Illuminance Creme Shadow
Madison Street Beauty Shadow in Ocean Coral
Coastal Scents 88 Original Palette
CoverGirl Single Eyeshadow in Champagne
Madison Street Beauty Shadow in Smoky Sapphire
wet n wild liner in Dark Brown
Cover LashPerfection mascara in brown/black

step 1: prime your lids

step 2: sweep a sparkly rusty colored shadow on you whole lid

step 3: pat a light brown shadow all over the rust shadow

step 4: on the upper half of your lid, apply a light, cream shimmery shadow, then bring it into your inner corners.

step 5: take an ultra-dark blue liquid liner and line the outer half of your upper lashline

step 6: smudge a brown pencil liner into your lower lashes and apply several coats of your favorite mascara

done!

Want to see a certain tutorial? Comment and I'll get right on it! I can also review any products featured in this look, so just let me know what you want to see :)

-hannah