The Drugstore Guide to the Perfect Brows

I’m finally back from a Hiatus I like to call College. The past semester left me in a catatonic state to which I’m finally recovering from thanks to a lot of sleep and Game of thrones.

I’m back with 2 drugstore products you can use to achieve your fleekish brows.

L’oreal Paris Fine Tip Brow Pencil

I tested out this product for 3 months and fell in love. It’s extremely similar to the Anastasia brow pencil, however the tip is thinner allowing you the ease of creating the illusion of brow hairs.This is perfect for you guys who have thin hairs and also people with thicker brows to fill in any gaps.

Pros

Price- On the L’oreal  website it is sold for $8.99. While in stores like Walmart you can probably find it for a cheaper price ranging around $7.50.

The packaging of the pencil is similar to the Anastasia Beverley Hills. Therefore there is a brush attached and the pencil can be twisted in and out. The pencil is thinner, o.5mm to be exact which increases precision.

Cons

It only comes in 3 colors, blonde, brunette and dark brunette.

Breaks easily- Since the pencil material is extremely thin there’s a larger chance of it snapping if too much pressure is applied or if you’re like me and tend to accidentally leave products everywhere.

Maybelline Eye Studio Brow Define and Fill Duo

Price: Ranges from $8:30 to $5.60 depending on store.

Colors:Blonde, Soft brown, Auburn and Deed Brown.

Amount: 0.2 oz

I must admit I was very skeptical to use this product. There was something about the commercial that made me feel that the product would not be a proper functioning one. Was I ever wrong. I first used this product on my mother who has very scarce eyebrows due to her past experience with chemo therapy. I used the sponge end which pumps out brow powder. PRO: The sponge forms to a point which allows for a nice shape when rubbing the power. It’s a quick application. The pencil on the opposite end helped me add more definition to her brows. There are rarely any cons for me. CON: However, some people worry about the sanitation of the sponge tip. Also unlike the l’oreal product this product does NOT have a brush extension. Overall it is a product that allows for a quick and easy process for those days when you have no time.

Thanks for Reading 

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90’s Inspired/Simple fall makeup

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I’m In Love With The Cocoa

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I’m currently watching all the seasons of Sex and City for the first time in my life.And I have beening falling in love with the 90’s all over again ever since I finished the charmed series.I came up with this look to tie in the 90’s with the 2015. Hope you like it. And comment which Sex and the City character were you.

Foundation|Estee Lauder 5w1 and Maybellie FIT me 330, maybelline matte mousse in caramel

Concealers| NARS creamy Concealer (caramel)and MAC studio finish(nc45)

Eyebrows| Any beauty supply store brow pencil

Eyes| Café brown in the crease and any bronze color in the lid. Fake Eyelashes -TBD

Contour & Highlight| MAC Blunt contour powder, MAC mineralize skin finish in dark to bronze and MAC gold deposit to highlight.

Setting Powder| L’Oréal super blendable powder in w7

Lips| Rimmel lip liner in cocoa

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Full Coverage/Ance Coverage Makeup

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Acne Coverage Routine

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For the record, no one should ever feel shameful about having acne because it is something that is common and natural to have. It can be caused by various reasons and for the days when you’re required to look presentable makeup is here for a little help.

Foundation|Full coverage foundation Estee Lauder  5W1 and Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse in Caramel

Concealer| NARS creamy concealer and MAC studio finish concealer

Eyeliner|Maybelline  Gel eyeliner

Mascara| Maybelline Volum’ Express

Lips| Rimmel Spice Lip Liner

Eyebrows| Anastasia Beverly Hills

Contour & Highlight\Bronze| MAC Blunt Contour powder, MAC Gold Deposit(Make sure you don’t use it over areas with bumpy textures), MAC mineralize skin finish to bronze my skin

Setting powder| L’Oreal blendable powder in W7

• Tip- Try not to go for colorful eye shadows or dramatic looks because it can bring attention to the texture and scars from breakouts

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Ance Control Routine

I started developing acne around age 10, which was when I first came to America. Since then, I’ve had a long struggle with acne and over the years I’ve gained knowledge on how to handle my skin type.

THE FIRST STEP to dealing with your skin is understanding what skin type you have-Normal, Dry, Oily, Combination or sensitive.Also, acknowledging that acne can develop due to multiple causes including your diet, improper skincare, genetics etc. This post is mainly addressing skincare, so if you feel like you want to have a deeper understanding of your skin my advice would be to see a dermatologist.

My Skin Type| Combination skin: Extreme oily is my T-Zone and normal to dry around the perimeters of my face

My Routine

Simple Makeup Remover Wipes

I have sensitive skin so there are many products, such as a the Neutrogena skin wipes that burn my skin which causes irritation. Therefore, when I’m removing makeup I use the Simple Wipes and the Simple Daily cleansers. Pros- No artificial Perfumes or Dyes |No Parabens  |No harsh Chemicals to upset your skin. Cons- You needs to use multiple wipes since the formula isn’t strong.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream Extra-Dry Skin

I’ve recently been using this right after cleansing my face and it is amazing. Some people may think that since you have oily skin that it is not necessary to moisturize but that is going about things the wrong way. When you cleanse you’re taking away all the moisture and necessary oils out of your skin. So, your skin begin over producing oil and looks like an oil slick by the end of the day. It is important then to find a moisturizer for your skin type. Most moisturizers have the catered skin type written on them, but even then  the face lotion may not be for you. I’ve have tried a few, such as Clinique that didn’t moisturize my face enough and Olay that was too heavy to the point on me feeling like I had moisturizer lingering on my skin. The Neutrogena Hydro Boost hydrates my skin and leaves my skin feeling fresh with no residue. This product does not have SPF in it so you would need to apply the SPF separately or buy a foundation that has it in it. This product is definitely worth the purchase or try for any skin type.

Clean and Clear Exfoliating cleanser

I cleanse my face 2 to 3 times a week. It helps getting any dead skin off my face and unmentionables out of my pores. I use the clean and clear exfoliating cleanser. This leaves a minty feel to the face which helps your face feel refreshed. The only con is the smell. It does not bother me , however if you are sensitive towards products that have somewhat of a chemical smell this product isn’t for you. It comes out of the container as a white, thick, exfoliating cream. In the directions it tells you to use it daily but it is not safe for you skin to use this everyday. If I do have a breakout, I usually place a small amount on  to help treat it.

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