My Top 3 Oscar Makeup Favorites 2014

The stars, the performances, the pizza order, the selfie that crashed Twitter, there was something for everybody at the 2014 Academy Awards this past Sunday.

But what I was paying attention to was the makeup and the gowns. 

Confession time: I'll be honest, I haven't seen any of the movies that my top 3 makeup favorites were nominated for. 😆

But none the less, I saw their style and loved it!

So, in no particular order, here are my top 3 makeup favorites from the 2014 Oscars: 

#1 Sandra Bullock 

(Nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role, Gravity)

Gown: Her gown was so elegant! The navy blue shade contrasted beautifully against her skin tone. Plus her diamond cuff earrings added an extra touch of style.

Makeup: Smoky brown shimmer on the lids and a blue liner on the bottom waterline with a nude lip, was a new twist on a classic look. And her lashes were extra defined and miles long. Simply lovely.

#2 Jennifer Lawrence 

( Nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role, American Hustle)  

Gown: Her beautiful orange peplum, strapless gown paired with a simple diamond, choker length necklace proved that not only is she hilariously funny, but also, ever so classy. 

Makeup: The liner really made this look for me. 

The top lash line lined with a slightly thicker, black liner and winged out just a bit while her lower lash line was lined with a soft brown shade. Her lipstick was more on the natural side, with a pinky-coral shade.

Her hair, her dress, her necklace, her makeup, all were just gorgeous! 

And, no matter how many times she trips at the Oscars, she still looks beautiful.

#3 Lupita Nyong'o 

(Winner, Best Actress in a Supporting Role, 12 Years a Salve)

Gown: A beautiful, flowy, Cinderella-esque gown. A floor length masterpiece that complimented her so perfectly. And her accessories were spot on, not too many, not too few; perfect.

Makeup: When your skin is this perfect you don't need to add much to it. 

Her skin is truly flawless! Pictures can't even do it justice. 

And her eyes were done simple but looked amazing. A soft sweep of highlighter from lid to crease and long lashes, she looked perfect.

She won! Her acceptance speech was so sweet and heartfelt.

 She also wins a best style award from me (which I'm sure would mean soooo much to her lol 😄).

There you have it, my favorite looks from the 2014 Academy Awards (I bet you couldn't wait to find out 😝). What was your favorite style or moment from the evening?

 Left me know in the comments.

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February 2014 | Products of the Month

February is coming to a close and spring is right around the corner (hopefully!), and in this post I am going to share a few of the products that I have been loving this month that will transition nicely into spring products 😎

1. Almay: Clear Complexion Makeup ( Shade 100 Ivory)

Brand: Almay

Product: Foundation

Name of Shade: 100 Ivory

Finish: Natural Matte

Formula: Liquid

Coverage: Medium

Lasts for: 8+ Hours

Pros: A terrific liquid foundation that gives light to medium coverage. The formula is buildable, so it  can go on sheer to light, but can easily be built up to medium coverage.

 I have used this foundation as my "everyday" for a few years and it never disappoints!

Cons: I can't really say whether or not it heals blemishes because I use a different acne treatment at night, so I'm not sure if this foundation works on its own for blemishes. 

However, it has never caused me to breakout and it covers blemishes beautifully.

Note for those with fair skin: This shade (Ivory) is amazing for fair skin with pink undertones (like mine). It's usually hard to find a shade light enough but this totally delivers. 

 2019 Update: It now comes in Porcelain! Even closer to my skin color, yay! 

M.A.C.: Pro Longwear Paint Pot (Shade: Vintage Selection)

Brand: M.A.C.

Name of Shade: Vintage Selection

Color: Deep Peach

Finish: Frost

Formula: Cream

Lasts for: 8 Hours

Pros: This cream eyeshadow is gorgeous! It can be used like a primer on lids 

(I use it under almost all my shimmer shadows) or you can wear it on it's own for a beautiful shimmery look.

It goes on super smooth and soft with a frosty finish. It is buildable, so you can get a sheer or more intense shade, depending on your mood!

Cons: There is no denying that M.A.C. can be a bit pricy. But, I bought this one at the Cosmetic Company Outlet and it was quite a bit cheaper. 

But either way it a very nice product and a little goes a long way, so you will get a lot of use out of this paint pot.

3. Proactiv Solutions: Oil Free Moisturizer

Brand: Proactiv Solutions

Product: Moisturizer

Formula: Cream

Pros: Since it's been freezing here since November, the quest for the perfect moisturizer (that wouldn't make me breakout) was on. And this moisturizer won, hands down. 

Even though I have oily skin I still use this everyday. 

It never causes me to breakout and it takes care of every bit of dryness.

Cons: I'm not 100% sure if Proactiv still makes this product (I hope so!) because they recently revamped their product line.

Pro Tip: Take a quarter sized amount of this moisturizer (or your favorite moisturizer) and add a couple of pumps of the foundation mentioned above, mix it together, and bam! 

You have your own tinted moisturizer! 

Just in time for spring & summer 😉

4. Almay: Intense i-Color Eyeliner (Shade: Black Pearl)

Brand: Almay

Product: Eyeliner

Name of Shade: Black Pearl

Color: Black

Formula: Pencil/Crayon

Lasts for: 10 Hours

Pros:  This liner goes on soft and true-black. The application is so smooth, it even stays put in the waterline on the eye. 

Funny Me Fact: When I first started to wear makeup (at the old age of 14) I couldn't wear many eyeliners because they irritated my eyes. That's when my mother introduced me to Almay. 

Their makeup is hypoallergenic and made for sensitive skin. Now I can wear other eyeliners with no problem but I still keep this liner in my makeup bag.

It definitely gets an honorable mention.

 

Cons: None.

5. Real Techniques: Base Shadow Brush

Brand: Real Techniques

Product: Makeup Brush

Name of Brush: Base Shadow Brush

Feature Brush is Used for: Eyes

Works Best With: Powders

Bristle Splay: Never

Pros: This brush line was created by makeup artists and YouTubers Sam & Nic Chapman AKA Pixiwoo (I'm a big fan!). 

Their brush is soft, it picks up powder eyeshadow like a dream, and is the perfect shape for applying shadow on the lids or blending in the crease.

It is great for smoking out eyeliner for an intense dramatic look or it could be used as a concealer brush, as it is the perfect shape for blending under the eyes. 

This brush is the ultimate multitasker!

It comes in a set with four other brushes that are just as spectacular.

Another wonderful advantage to this brush is that it maintains its shape after washing, no bristle splaying. I just can't say enough good things about this brush! 

BTW, this brush is super reasonably priced!😍

Cons: Not sure this is really a con, but I have used this brush so much that the name printed on the brush has worn off 😆 

Those are my picks for this chill February.

What makeup/beauty products did you love during this frosty month?

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