One Of My Current Go To Eye Liners by MAC - Orpheus

A few weeks ago I was at the MAC counter browsing the new Tropical Taboo collection.  I came across the Kohl Power Eye Pencil in Orpheus, swatched it and knew right away that this had to me mine because of how unique it is.

The Kohl Power Eye Pencils from MAC are described as having intense color with fully opaque coverage with an intense smoked finish and duo chrome pearl.  I find that this color is normal and definitely buildable.  Orpheus is described by MAC as an intense black with gold pearl but I don't see the "intense" in the black.  It's not a straight black, brown, bronze or gold (to me) but rather a combination of all.  Don't be deceived with the outer color of the pencil. I saw gold and thought no way, but swatched is a different story. :)

The formulation is not super creamy which I prefer because I find that the creamier the liner, the easier it is to smudge and transfer to the inner and outer corners of my eyes which I don't care for.  I like the formulation of these liners but most of all I love the color of Orpheus.  If you're looking for that one great color that goes with anything - this is it friends. This color goes with any and every look without being too harsh.

If you're interested in this color, make sure you get to a MAC counter soon before they discontinue it or you can also order it online.  Here's a few pics for you!

Did you get to pick up this eye liner or do you know of a dupe?  Which eye liner do you love and find yourself reaching for often?  Let me know, I love hearing from you!

Where to find:  MAC counters or www.maccosmetics.com

Price:  $16.00

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XX, P

My Favorite Basic MAC Shadows

Where do I start with MAC?  Let me try to keep it simple.  MAC products in general are great quality and affordable for being higher end / non drugstore.  MAC is known as the brand that several Makeup Artists use for their clients.  There is a broad range of colors, finishes and everything you need from start to finish to give someone a makeover - even if it's yourself. :)  MAC will always be one of my favorite brands and there's many products from their line that I quite enjoy, eye shadow is one of them.

I filmed a video talking a little bit about which shadows were my favorite basic colors.  Whether you're just starting off with MAC or you just want to expand your collection, here are some of my recommendations with swatches along with that video link so that you can hear more about them and see the color in pan form.

Watch the video here:
http://youtu.be/4ZefNtG48q0

MAC Phloof - Frost - Frosted Off White

 MAC Orb - Satin - Soft Peachy Beige

 MAC Swiss Chocolate - Matte - Muted Reddish Brown

 MAC Embark - Matte - Intense Reddish Brown

 MAC Satin Taupe - Frost - Taupe with Silver Shimmer

 MAC Sable - Velvet - Gold Plum with Bronze Pearl

 MAC Sketch - Velvet - Burgundy with Red Shimmer

 MAC Club - Satin - Red Brown with Green Pearl

 MAC Copperplate - Matte Squared - Muted Mid Tone Grey

 MAC Expensive Pink - Veluxe Pearl - Pink with duochrome

What are some of your favorite MAC eye shadows?

Thanks for spending time with me today!

XX, P

13 Products I Will Finish In 2013

I don't know about you but there are several beauty / makeup items I own that are well started but never finished. I've seen a few videos going around You Tube with the same concept so I decided to share which products I am determined to finish this year.

How I chose these items were based on two concepts: 1) Which items have I had the longest (as in years)? and 2) What have I started that is almost done?  I'll show you the products and let you know whether I will repurchase them or not. I've used them enough to know that answer.

Here are my 13:

Face:

1) Mary Kay Foundation Primer: I will not repurchase this simply because I have found another primer that I am completely happy with right now. (More on that in a future blog post)
2) MAC Studio Fix Fluid in NC30 (summer shade): I will not repurchase this foundation because of the smell and there are others from MAC I'd like to sample.
3) L'oreal True Match Foundation in W5 (summer shade): I would repurchase this foundation. I like the coverage and that there are so many shades and tones to choose from.
4) Origins Silk Refining Powder Makeup in Camel 05: I will not repurchase this powder, it just doesn't do anything special.
5) MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Perfect Topping: I will not repurchase this shade due to being limited edition but I do in general enjoy MAC MSF's so of course I will be buying more. I also plan on using this as an all over face powder because it's not super metallic or shiny in finish. It gives a nice, subtle glow.

Eyes:

6) Covergirl Aqua Smoothers Concealer in Light: I really like this concealer. It is very creamy, gives nice coverage and reminds me a lot of Benefit Boi-ing Concealer. I would consider repurchasing this in the future.
7) Laura Mercier Eye Basics in Flax: I love many Laura Mercier products but this is not one of them. I have product left on the very bottom and the applicator will not reach it. I much prefer eye primers in a squeeze tube or pot form. The actual product works great but packaging..not so much.  Needless to say, I will not repurchase this.
8) Origins eye shadow in Copper Penny:  I love the color not so much the texture. I will not repurchase.

Lips:

9) Rosebud Strawberry Lip Balm: One of my favorites and will definitely repurchase.
10) Rimmel Lip Liner in Addiction: Nice dark nude color and I would consider repurchasing this item.
11) ELF Lucious Liquid Lipstick in Maple Sugar: I love this color! It's a mauve brown, not sticky, peppermint smell / feeling and only one dollar. Yes of course, I would repurchase this. :)
12) MAC lipstick in Angel: I love this color but I also own Creme Cup which is very similar so I won't repurchase this until I finish both. This is a beautiful soft pink color.
13) MAC Dazzleglass in Passing Fancy (limited edition): This color is a beautiful shimmery peach but Dazzleglasses are not my favorite MAC glosses so I will not repurchase this item.

There you have it, my list of 13 products I will finish up this year. I will keep you posted on my progress.  Do you have any beauty items that you plan on finishing this year? Let me know - I'd love to hear from you.

Thanks for spending time with me today!

XX,
P