Whats in my makeup school kit!!

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="480" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Bsxi5z6TEKY" width="853"></iframe> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So it's been a while since I last posted something on this blog and I did miss creating posts terribly. To get back into the swing of things I thought I would create a haul video on my new makeup kit for my makeup course! I'm starting the course pretty soon and I was quite excited to pick up my kit. It has been pre packaged for the course with a few additional items that I wanted to add. The kit was supplied by Girlie Cosmetics and as I am a student I got it for wholesale price, which helped my pocket a lot! All of the products in the kit are of professional quality and in fact some are re packaged under different high end brand names. Over the next few weeks i'm going to be adding more products to my kit and hopefully soon I can create a few makeup tutorials from the products I already have. So check out the video above and let me know what you think!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-snjpawyFWSM/UuseBalRi7I/AAAAAAAABSg/lSoVWB42gW0/s1600/IMG_4530+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="464" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-snjpawyFWSM/UuseBalRi7I/AAAAAAAABSg/lSoVWB42gW0/s1600/IMG_4530+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mwOqsuks9hg/UuseAmhs2EI/AAAAAAAABSc/M6zLzArLwTE/s1600/IMG_4533+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="436" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mwOqsuks9hg/UuseAmhs2EI/AAAAAAAABSc/M6zLzArLwTE/s1600/IMG_4533+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">21pc Professional (high grade) brush set -$175</div><div style="text-align: center;">Flat stippling brush -$21</div><div style="text-align: center;">Beauty Pod -$12</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CdGx-zH92lw/Uusd_KbY38I/AAAAAAAABSQ/V-6QbHMh5PU/s1600/IMG_4536.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="466" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CdGx-zH92lw/Uusd_KbY38I/AAAAAAAABSQ/V-6QbHMh5PU/s1600/IMG_4536.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">2x Myipalette (15 eyeshadows in each palette) -$150</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IE-7ISWjS0k/UuseLAjeSlI/AAAAAAAABSw/iF2QKt6Px10/s1600/IMG_4538.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="460" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IE-7ISWjS0k/UuseLAjeSlI/AAAAAAAABSw/iF2QKt6Px10/s1600/IMG_4538.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Matte finish foundations -$80</div><div style="text-align: center;">Almond</div><div style="text-align: center;">Light beige</div><div style="text-align: center;">Golden olive</div><div style="text-align: center;">Warm cognac </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8ahvsC8WmI4/UuseJxVjXnI/AAAAAAAABSo/OlFeMJFGVNI/s1600/IMG_4540.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="460" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8ahvsC8WmI4/UuseJxVjXnI/AAAAAAAABSo/OlFeMJFGVNI/s1600/IMG_4540.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lipsticks -$36</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Matte winter red</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Champagne frost</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Barely there </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AiibU3bEkh8/UusePwqW5qI/AAAAAAAABS4/veAVhFvz7dM/s1600/IMG_4542.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AiibU3bEkh8/UusePwqW5qI/AAAAAAAABS4/veAVhFvz7dM/s1600/IMG_4542.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Ardell lash adhesive glue -$6.50</div><div style="text-align: center;">Individual lashes medium -$6.50</div><div style="text-align: center;">Mascara black water resistant -$12</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ki8Cuts1Ws8/UuseVh-efeI/AAAAAAAABTA/Pjf6bY55F3s/s1600/IMG_4543+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="492" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ki8Cuts1Ws8/UuseVh-efeI/AAAAAAAABTA/Pjf6bY55F3s/s1600/IMG_4543+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Wet lips lip gloss -$14 </div><div style="text-align: center;">Eye liner pencil black & chocolate -$24</div><div style="text-align: center;">Eye/ lip pencil golden taupe & pink mauve -$24</div><div style="text-align: center;">(compact lip brush included in brush set)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9Jw7ik3Etk0/UuseWc0GRYI/AAAAAAAABTI/gFjCeVXBDjw/s1600/IMG_4545+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="460" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9Jw7ik3Etk0/UuseWc0GRYI/AAAAAAAABTI/gFjCeVXBDjw/s1600/IMG_4545+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Vinyl wedges PK/12 -$5</div><div style="text-align: center;">Mascara wands PK/25 -$7.50</div><div style="text-align: center;">Mixing palette -$6</div><div style="text-align: center;">Duo sharpener -$7.50</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">xxx</div>

Whats in my makeup school kit!!

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Bedroom Decoration Tips and Ideas!

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-iw5pqTy_gBk/UqVtUW5TzUI/AAAAAAAABC8/roOU8CrBZqc/s1600/IMG_3339.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="474" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-iw5pqTy_gBk/UqVtUW5TzUI/AAAAAAAABC8/roOU8CrBZqc/s640/IMG_3339.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> On my set of drawers I love having pretty scented candles lit as it adds a luminous glow to a dark room and keeps it smelling fresh! As a centrepiece I used a portrait of one of my favourite icons, Marilyn Monroe, to set the mood for my room and to be used as a focal point for my space.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2l7j7MCmTPE/UqVtT3m3vrI/AAAAAAAABC4/LhPcxblALbE/s1600/IMG_3341+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="508" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2l7j7MCmTPE/UqVtT3m3vrI/AAAAAAAABC4/LhPcxblALbE/s640/IMG_3341+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> Fresh flowers from your garden or a store can brighten up any space as well as providing a fresh scent and natural feel. I love placing pink flowers in my room as it matches the decor and adds more colour to a neutrally based room!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iz2HEco5j8E/UqVtPs2SqMI/AAAAAAAABCs/fRNKltzLEgw/s1600/IMG_3342.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="462" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iz2HEco5j8E/UqVtPs2SqMI/AAAAAAAABCs/fRNKltzLEgw/s640/IMG_3342.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> I love my perfume collection and the bottles are just to cute not to show off! I've placed the perfume under a silver tray that I found at a thrift shop, not only does this add an extra feature to the bottles but it also keeps them looking clean and organised. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Lj0gwflS5wk/UqVtkGMf2DI/AAAAAAAABDE/fmK3_vzc8DQ/s1600/IMG_3344.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="466" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Lj0gwflS5wk/UqVtkGMf2DI/AAAAAAAABDE/fmK3_vzc8DQ/s640/IMG_3344.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qTgADQWB8XU/UqVtmoPjb4I/AAAAAAAABDU/Yjz-qiiXzRM/s1600/IMG_3346.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="460" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qTgADQWB8XU/UqVtmoPjb4I/AAAAAAAABDU/Yjz-qiiXzRM/s640/IMG_3346.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> On my bedside table I like to keep a soft scented candle and soft flowers to keep this space of my room nice and calm. I have place a photo of my younger self in an even frame, the photo colours match my rooms colour palette so it won't be confusing against the eye. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xd88U-fOS8M/UqVtlzSrGsI/AAAAAAAABDQ/bjb3Lf0wwYc/s1600/IMG_3347+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="492" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xd88U-fOS8M/UqVtlzSrGsI/AAAAAAAABDQ/bjb3Lf0wwYc/s640/IMG_3347+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> I like to have a well lit lamp next to my bed so it's easy for me to read at night. I got this lamp from target and i'm obsessed with the cut out floral design on the lamp shade, especially since it matches my bed spread! I got my bedspread from PB teen and I decided to go for a neutral colour so I could have multiple colours in my pillows. Personally I love lots of pillow on my bed as It makes my room feel very luxurious and girly. It also adds an interesting feature to my space.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dpBlp6VB9v4/UqVt6cTAJdI/AAAAAAAABDc/JiNdX-NZONc/s1600/IMG_3348+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dpBlp6VB9v4/UqVt6cTAJdI/AAAAAAAABDc/JiNdX-NZONc/s640/IMG_3348+copy.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> On the floor I like to keep a fluffy rug next to my bed as it adds more texture and dimension to a small space. I chose a dark neutral colour so it will be easy to maintain and won't be a distraction from the rest of the room. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SZLRB33K8lU/UqVt7CeAM2I/AAAAAAAABDo/JXHgUXbSz3c/s1600/IMG_3359+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SZLRB33K8lU/UqVt7CeAM2I/AAAAAAAABDo/JXHgUXbSz3c/s640/IMG_3359+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> I like to make my desk look fun, cute and overall more enjoyable to look at when i'm working or studying. It's a good idea to have a nice clean space when using your desk as it can help you stay focused for longer and not be as distracted from your set task. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ruxf4HMRCC0/UqVt73pQEwI/AAAAAAAABDs/RKhmIzXuIng/s1600/IMG_3354.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="440" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ruxf4HMRCC0/UqVt73pQEwI/AAAAAAAABDs/RKhmIzXuIng/s640/IMG_3354.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LzXDf1tdniw/UqVuMwU9QjI/AAAAAAAABD0/tEeWQNRU5-A/s1600/IMG_3357+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="474" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LzXDf1tdniw/UqVuMwU9QjI/AAAAAAAABD0/tEeWQNRU5-A/s640/IMG_3357+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> On my top shelf I like to add statement pieces and accessories that reflect my style and that will add a pop of colour to the neutral desk. I've added vintage crystal perfume jars across the top shelf to give a glamourous 'shabby chic' feel. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7XWnZ1NKFX4/UqVuOpmnf5I/AAAAAAAABEE/pBJTWADY4D4/s1600/IMG_3355.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="476" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7XWnZ1NKFX4/UqVuOpmnf5I/AAAAAAAABEE/pBJTWADY4D4/s640/IMG_3355.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> On this side of the top shelf I have gone with a shell theme. I have decorated a glass jar, box and bra with shells that I collected a few summers ago. I think it creates a bit of a quirky look as well as a calming feature to my room. I mixed this theme up with candles and crystal perfume bottles. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1-MuZZjb07o/UqVuOBB16kI/AAAAAAAABEA/CaZ9MFnVIyQ/s1600/IMG_3362.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1-MuZZjb07o/UqVuOBB16kI/AAAAAAAABEA/CaZ9MFnVIyQ/s640/IMG_3362.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> Placing flowers in bowls of water can create an interesting and unique centrepiece, it also helps visually balance out the desk. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dDLKk8VIZK0/UqVuhXVY5TI/AAAAAAAABEU/bCnvb8K86Og/s1600/IMG_3360.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="474" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dDLKk8VIZK0/UqVuhXVY5TI/AAAAAAAABEU/bCnvb8K86Og/s640/IMG_3360.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I have balanced out my book shelf with matching the height on both sides and having a tall centre piece in the middle. I like placing my books in different directions to add some interest to this space. I like to store my electronics and personal items in cute patterned boxes to add another feature to my room. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-v_6Ptt_KpO4/UqVuje5nALI/AAAAAAAABEc/HutdzqnzhnM/s1600/IMG_3363.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-v_6Ptt_KpO4/UqVuje5nALI/AAAAAAAABEc/HutdzqnzhnM/s640/IMG_3363.jpg" width="458" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UqPQyBTTQng/UqVuhb4BDGI/AAAAAAAABEQ/WZzPjtjTOUU/s1600/IMG_3368.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="464" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UqPQyBTTQng/UqVuhb4BDGI/AAAAAAAABEQ/WZzPjtjTOUU/s640/IMG_3368.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">  On my little table I like to place my favourite items and accessories so they can be shown and used more frequently. I have placed the table on the diagonal to make my room not look so boxy. I have also added objects of different heights to create interest for this space. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iNLG8XO38w8/UqVu_WyrmnI/AAAAAAAABEs/qatxqA8Y-D4/s1600/IMG_3369.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="442" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iNLG8XO38w8/UqVu_WyrmnI/AAAAAAAABEs/qatxqA8Y-D4/s640/IMG_3369.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-x3jevkwolOc/UqVu-Xd9QpI/AAAAAAAABEo/5p32vW282lM/s1600/IMG_3372+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="472" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-x3jevkwolOc/UqVu-Xd9QpI/AAAAAAAABEo/5p32vW282lM/s640/IMG_3372+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NJomBaD5Fbw/UqVximTRspI/AAAAAAAABE0/dJLoBOuyEJE/s1600/IMG_3370+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="462" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NJomBaD5Fbw/UqVximTRspI/AAAAAAAABE0/dJLoBOuyEJE/s640/IMG_3370+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-83QJ2WrnN2A/UqWGXb2ZouI/AAAAAAAABFE/x5HHu8tfzWo/s1600/IMG_3366+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="466" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-83QJ2WrnN2A/UqWGXb2ZouI/AAAAAAAABFE/x5HHu8tfzWo/s640/IMG_3366+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">xxx</div>

Bedroom Decoration Tips and Ideas!

 On my set of drawers I love having pretty scented candles lit as it adds a luminous glow to a dark room and keeps it smelling fresh! As a c...

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Makeup Haul

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Last friday I went on a lovely trip down to Balmain for a bit of shopping and lunch. The weather was great and i've was in the mood for a revamp on my makeup collection, so I headed towards the Mecca Cosmetica store and hung out there for a while, playing around with some of they're makeup. I ended up snagging a few goodies to take home with me.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hYpSUEOEGUU/UmpKzUg9FaI/AAAAAAAAA1Q/fR6MmpVqQgE/s1600/IMG_1483.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hYpSUEOEGUU/UmpKzUg9FaI/AAAAAAAAA1Q/fR6MmpVqQgE/s1600/IMG_1483.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The goodies I picked up from Mecca Cosmetica!</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d3Wk6kJ7vWk/UmpKym0LTAI/AAAAAAAAA1U/a9YdcUbNZWE/s1600/IMG_1484.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d3Wk6kJ7vWk/UmpKym0LTAI/AAAAAAAAA1U/a9YdcUbNZWE/s1600/IMG_1484.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I needed a new bronzer so I decided to pick up and try the 'ready' bronzer from bare minerals. I've never used a product from this brand before, but so far I'm  finding they're bronzing powder working really well on my skin type. The powder has a matte finish so it gives a natural finish on the skin. I've noticed with this product that you don't need a lot of product when applying as the powder is quite pigmented, I'm definitely going to try out some more bare minerals products after the good experience I've had with they're bronzing powder. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R0R6S3sVm-c/UmpK2appIZI/AAAAAAAAA1g/yJB0gUo3Om4/s1600/IMG_1485.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R0R6S3sVm-c/UmpK2appIZI/AAAAAAAAA1g/yJB0gUo3Om4/s1600/IMG_1485.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The stila palette 'in the light' is absolutely fantastic! The reason why is purely because the eyeshadow colours are so pigmented and intense for an easy application. I love the shades they chose for this palette, there is such a diverse range of neutral shades, ranging from shimmer to matte finishes. The smudge stick is also great for creating a defined eye look, lately I've been defining my eye crease with it, so I end up with a dramatic sharp finish. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-53gy4A8A7KE/UmpK3pvFshI/AAAAAAAAA1w/4serjEDS-9Q/s1600/IMG_1487.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-53gy4A8A7KE/UmpK3pvFshI/AAAAAAAAA1w/4serjEDS-9Q/s1600/IMG_1487.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I've always got great expectations from Nars, they're makeup has always worked well for me and has a long lasting time on the skin. For a while I've been wanting to try one of they're highlighting sticks as i've heard so much hype about them. I picked up one in the shade 'Copacabana', and so far I've enjoyed the finish it has left on my skin. It's a bit too shimmering for a natural look, but it works well for a dramatic night one. the product lasts quite a while on the skin, but does tend to need reapplying after a couple of hours. Overall I would definitely repurchase this product again, as I think the quality of it is worth the price your paying for.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sBlU8F9pOhk/UmpM7SlYjNI/AAAAAAAAA24/H4Jj-AS2AHk/s1600/IMG_1486.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sBlU8F9pOhk/UmpM7SlYjNI/AAAAAAAAA24/H4Jj-AS2AHk/s1600/IMG_1486.JPG" /></a></div>Ive been using the Stila 'stay all day' beauty balm everyday for almost a week now, and I have noticed a difference in my overall makeup when applying it on as a primer. The skin's texture becomes a lot smoother and almost lustrous, with a strong noticeability on the illuminating effect the balm contains. I wouldn't say that it has a HD effect, but it does allow the makeup to sit better on the skin.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-S3XT0XSQl_k/UmpNI3e7HEI/AAAAAAAAA3k/IvoKG3tJAMs/s1600/IMG_1505.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-S3XT0XSQl_k/UmpNI3e7HEI/AAAAAAAAA3k/IvoKG3tJAMs/s1600/IMG_1505.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Playing around with some of the makeup I picked up!</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MVMUj4TFAfg/UmpNJL9hWhI/AAAAAAAAA38/bYHlYVDS5NQ/s1600/IMG_1510.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MVMUj4TFAfg/UmpNJL9hWhI/AAAAAAAAA38/bYHlYVDS5NQ/s1600/IMG_1510.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stila's eyeshadow is really pigmented and can be built up to create an intense eye look.</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PJpvdQpF3ok/UmpNIZK0p6I/AAAAAAAAA3w/BnRgkiZkJs0/s1600/IMG_1497.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PJpvdQpF3ok/UmpNIZK0p6I/AAAAAAAAA3w/BnRgkiZkJs0/s1600/IMG_1497.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Streets of Balmain</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OVcAv6iGKn8/UmpNHAv6QiI/AAAAAAAAA3U/-8kOGyeCd8Q/s1600/IMG_1488.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OVcAv6iGKn8/UmpNHAv6QiI/AAAAAAAAA3U/-8kOGyeCd8Q/s1600/IMG_1488.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The town centre!</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EzeWCR70Thk/UmpNHEMrPAI/AAAAAAAAA3Q/SBztbGbnhJo/s1600/IMG_1491.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EzeWCR70Thk/UmpNHEMrPAI/AAAAAAAAA3Q/SBztbGbnhJo/s1600/IMG_1491.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The best macaroons in town!</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6DszxBet_IU/UmpNG8ZU35I/AAAAAAAAA3M/7dB9e-6tP40/s1600/IMG_1489.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6DszxBet_IU/UmpNG8ZU35I/AAAAAAAAA3M/7dB9e-6tP40/s1600/IMG_1489.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Salted caramel and chocolate brownie macaroons yum!!!</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BNUdw9IOdOM/UmpNIEtcg6I/AAAAAAAAA3s/I42ef373SfE/s1600/IMG_1494.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BNUdw9IOdOM/UmpNIEtcg6I/AAAAAAAAA3s/I42ef373SfE/s1600/IMG_1494.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">For lunch: Chips and a grilled chicken burger with lettuce, avocado, tomato and mayo.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Lwb0RLGW8aE/UmpaajMT5oI/AAAAAAAAA4Q/ehqnwruGRyA/s1600/IMG_1490.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Lwb0RLGW8aE/UmpaajMT5oI/AAAAAAAAA4Q/ehqnwruGRyA/s1600/IMG_1490.JPG" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">lovely gardens that belong to the park</td></tr></tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-V9dSuLFr04Q/UmpNMPWsy0I/AAAAAAAAA4E/QytXI2ltibQ/s1600/IMG_1409.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-V9dSuLFr04Q/UmpNMPWsy0I/AAAAAAAAA4E/QytXI2ltibQ/s640/IMG_1409.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beautiful vibrant flowers fill up the side streets!<br /><br />xxx</td></tr></tbody></table><br />

Makeup Haul

Last friday I went on a lovely trip down to Balmain for a bit of shopping and lunch. The weather was great and i've was in the mood for ...

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