Graduation Makeup Tutorial & Thoughts

My latest YouTube video is on the makeup I wore to my graduation ceremony.

Along with some thoughts on graduating and an attempt at a Jimmy Fallon 'Thank You Notes' impression.

 

 Video:

https://youtu.be/c7URC3BIuaI

Hope you enjoy the video and congrats to anyone who graduates this year! 

Thanks for reading :)

~Brittney

 

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Smashbox Try It Kit Review & Look

I never really tried Smashbox cosmetics before but

I bought this little kit from Sephora a few months back and I'm pretty happy the products.

It comes with little trial sizes of these products:
Photo Op Eyeshadow Trio in Filter (Vanilla, Sable and Sumatra)
Full Exposure Mascara in Jet Black
Photo Finish Foundation Primer
24 Hour Photo Finish Shadow Primer

With the edition of Maybelline gel liner


In case you missed the video:

https://youtu.be/Zwd64xgCjSI



Thanks for reading and feel free to check out the YouTube channel.
Any suggestions on future tutorials you would like to see leave in the comments below :)
~Brittney

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Disclaimer: I am not sponsored by this company or any of its affiliates. I am not being paid for a positive review. Everything I say is 100% my own opinion and I would never say a product was good unless I absolutely believed it. 

Fairy/Pixie Makeup

I filmed this video back in February but just recently had time to edit it.

It was a busy semester.

It's a little over the top but fun

I should have colored my lips with concealer first to get rid of the pink.

The first video I shot of this makeup got completely erased on my camera. 

I still don't know what happened.

So I took off all the makeup and did it again, that's dedication my friends :)

The glitter did get everywhere and I probably ingested some...

...But it was for the love of makeup so it was worth it

Here's the video:

https://youtu.be/EqVz1geHnjQ

Hope you enjoy it :)

~Brittney

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Captain America Makeup/Costume

My sister is very much into anime and goes to conventions often.

She has tried to convince me to go to one for years with no success.

But apparently persistence pays off because last weekend I found myself at one of these cons.

I would call it 'Brittney in Anime Land'.

My "Costume"

Some people went all out with their costumes, I had neither the time or money to do so.

Since I know nothing about anime I decided to go as my favorite comic book hero:

 Captain America!

The Shield was from Toys 'R' Us

Boots are Brash from Payless

Tee Shirt from JC Penney's

Hat (ended up not wearing it) K-Mart

Maybelline Color Tattoo in Electric Blue

NYX Primal Colors Pressed Pigments in Hot Red

(Not Pictured: Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Polyester Bride, 

Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara

 and ELF Lip Stain in Red Carpet)

Makeup Close up

Whole Outfit

So this was my make shift costume.

A lot of people mistook me for Star Lord from Guardians of the Galaxy, but I didn't mind.

And what would the day be without some Tonight Show Dough ice cream by Jimmy Fallon.

I couldn't resist using the comic theme in my editor.

So all in all it wasn't a terrible day.

I got to be my favorite superhero, however I find it more fulfilling when Chris Evans is the Cap.

Thanks for reading my Adventures in Anime Land :)

~Brittney

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L.A. Colors Cosmetics Review & Swatches

$2.99 for a makeup kit? It's either too good to be true or the product is junk right?

Usually, yes but L.A. Colors have amazing products for such a reasonable price.

I did a few swatches.

Lipstick:

A nice soft pink color with a slight vanilla scent.

This color lasted for quite a while, I'd say a good six hours.

Even through eating it stayed on really well.

Lip Gloss:

A sheer frosty pink gloss. It has a bubble gum scent.

On its own it gives a subtle touch of color.

Or layer it over the lipstick for a bright, frosty shine.

Eyeshadow Duo:

Really strong pigment in these shadows.

These two colors are perfect for a smokey eye look.

Lashes & Eyeliner:

The lashes are very natural looking.

I like the thin band, it makes them much more comfortable.

I used them in my Pretty Little Liars: Aria look. 

If you missed it you can see

the blog post here and the video here

Eyeliner is your typical black crayon liner.

Lasts long and didn't smudge.

The products minus the lashes.

Apparently I forgot to clean up the fallout from the charcoal color.

Yes, there is fallout but it is easy to fix, if you remember :)

Super pleased with these products. They have a bunch more.

Check out their website: www.lacolors.com

Thanks for reading,

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Quick Review: Hey Honey's Take It Off Exfoliating Honey Mask

Just a little review on this awesome skin care product.

I'm not usually a big fan of exfoliating peels or masks.

But this one is amazing!

It's clear gel was actually fun to apply and it felt nice on my skin.

Although it has Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) it didn't burn or irritate my skin 

like similar products have in the past.

It's so easy to use. Just follow the simple directions and you're done.

The result: my skin looked and felt smoother.

Super impressed with the mask and I'm seriously considering trying their acne products.

Check them out at www.heyhoney.com

Thanks for reading my quick Sunday night review

~Brittney

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School/Everday Makeup

Sorry there has been such a gap in my posts.

Final semester is rough.

In case you missed last week's video of my school makeup, here it is:

http://youtu.be/XMm44ohBCoY

It may seem like a lot of products but it really takes no time at all.

And this makeup lasts for a full day of classes (9-10 hours for me)

Clearly I was having too much fun with filters here.

Thanks for reading, check out the video.

I have a new tutorial coming up that is full of color and fun so stay tuned.

~Brittney

 

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