Amazon Wishlist

I made my first ever purchase on Amazon this Black Friday and it probably has become one of my favourite places to shop. I have found so many cool and functional products that would be otherwise hard to find for relatively affordable prices. I think I might have gone overboard with shopping... Makartt P-29 Poly…

2019 Black Friday Sales

FashionRalph Lauren- 40% off $125 USD+ Browns– up to 50% off selected styles // free shipping // up to 25% off winter's top brands // extra 25% off selected sale merchandise Gucci- free express shipping Versace- free shipping Nordstrom Rack– extra 50% off clearance // free shipping // spend $100 get $20, spend $150 get…

Beauty Products I Have Been Loving Recently

Hello! I feel like I have not done a beauty post in so long, most likely because I tend to use the same products over and over again and my beauty routine stays pretty consistent. I thought I would share with you though the beauty products I have been loving recently and my typical makeup…

Pre-Black Friday Sales!!

Fashion Browns– free shipping Nordstrom Rack– free shipping $49+ // BOSS women's clothing up to 60% off (ends in 3 days) // BOSS men's clothing up to 55% off (ends in 3 days) // bags up to 55% off // jewelry and watches up to 65% off // coats up to 65% off Aldo- 50%…

Halloween Scarecrow Makeup

Step 1: fill in eyebrows with brow pencil or cool-toned eyeshadow. Step 2: Apply eyeshadow. Use a medium orange all over the eye lid and drag it down under the lower lash line. Use a darker orange in outer corner and blend into crease. Blend the same colour right underneath the lower lash line, over…

Halloween Makeup: Bunny

Step 1: brush brow hairs up with a spoolie brush and glue with an Elmers glue stick that dries clear. Let somewhat dry; not fully hardened as to still have the hair texture. Cover with concealer and beige powder in an alternating pattern to hide brow colour. The darker the brow hair, the more times…

Halloween Makeup: Joker

Step 1: draw lines to seperate black and white sections. Step 2: fill in eyebrows, alternating between black and white depending on section; black brows in white sections and white brows in black sections. I used black eyeshadow and white face paint & white eyeshadow. Step 3: eye makeup. I outlined the shape on my…

Halloween Makeup: Green Skull

Step 1: fill in brows with a dark brow pencil or black eyeshadow. Step 2: draw black line above crease using liquid eyeliner and blend upwards. It is easier to draw the line bit by bit using a pencil first, then to trace over with liquid eyeliner. Step 3: fill in eyelid with metallic colour…

Halloween Deer Makeup

Step 1: wash face & prime with lotion. Let dry. Step 2: eyeshadow on the eyes. I like to set my eyeshadow with a little bit of lotion on my eyelids. It helps the powder stay in place. This is a budget-friendly alternative to using setting spray/ eye primer. I used a natural, brown-toned colour…

Favourite Beauty Hacks

As much as I love to experiment with makeup, but with a busy schedule, any tricks I can find to make my makeup routine faster, easier, or more effective are welcome. Below I am sharing a few makeup and beauty hacks that make my life easier: -remove mascara residue on lids with a Q-tip +…

Major Review of Tanning Products

As much as I love being out in the sun, I do not always have the time or opportunity to sunbath, nor is it safe when doing so for long periods of time. Self-tanner has become a necessity in my Spring & Summer beauty routines. Over the years, I have tried numerous brands and types…

My Favourite Perfume

Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum I was gifted this perfume for Christmas back in high school, and have been wearing it ever since! I think it is truly a challenge to find the perfume that works just right for you, as everyone's body is different, and the aromas will react differently with your body chemistry.…

Money Saving Beauty Tips and Tricks

As much as I love beauty products and playing around with makeup, it is not the cheapest of pass times. Over the years, I have developed a few beauty tips and tricks that not only save time but money as well; both of which are precious to a university student on a budget. Use lotion…

Major Makeup Haul

Hello! As we transition into Spring, it is time for new makeup; darker shade of foundation, new concealer, bronzer, self tanner... Since I have purchased and tried so many new makeup products recently, I thought I would review them in this post. In addition to that, I am sharing some of my all-time favourite beauty…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup- Sugar Skull

Hello! This next look from "13 Days of Halloween Makeup" is that of a sugar skull. This Mexican tradition celebrates all those who have passed on. This look has numerous variations in colour and design. Time: 30 minutes + 60 minutes (crown) Difficulty: 4/5 I started this look by covering half my face with white…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup- Cleopatra

Hello all! Today I will be sharing with you my Cleopatra look for "13 Days of Halloween Makeup"! Cleo is a timeless Halloween costume idea and I have always wanted to do an Egyptian-inspired makeup look! Time: 30 minutes Difficulty: 3/10 I started off with a dark shade of foundation (3 shades darker than I…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup- Maleficent

Good evening all! In continuation to my series "13 Days of Halloween Makeup" is my Maleficent makeup. I created the horns a few days ago, and I must warn you, I made them WAY TOO BIG! By the time I realized, it was too late the start over. Lesson learned, I will compare the proportion…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup- Mermaid

Hello everyone! My next look in the series "13 Days of Halloween Makeup" is that of a mermaid! I was extremely excited to explore the concept of scales and making my very first mermaid crown! Time: 30 minutes + 30 minutes (crown) Difficulty: 5/10 I made my crown earlier today, and used a combination of…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup- Geisha

Hello all! My next makeup look in the series "13 Days of Halloween Makeup" is that of a geisha. Traditionally, a geisha is a Japanese hostess trained in conversation, dance, and song. I have always been intrigued by different cultures, hence the opportunity to learn about Japan and to be able to fuel my creative…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup- Masquerade

Hello again! Up next in the "13 Days of Halloween Makeup" is my masquerade look! Every since I was little, I have always fantasized about masquerade balls. I admired the beautiful costumes, the elegant black and gold colour-schemes, the gothic ambiance, and the mysterious masks. I sometimes wish I could go to Venice and experience…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup-Harlequin

Hello! I hope you are having pleasant weekend! My next look in the series "13 Days of Halloween Makeup" is that of a harlequin. These characters who were once jesters in traditional theatrical entertainment are now represented as evil and machiavellian beings. Time: 45 minutes Difficulty: 3/10 This look can be divided into three major…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup-Morticia Addams

Hello everyone! In continuation to my "13 Days of Halloween Makeup" series, I have done a look for Morticia Addams. She is a character in the Halloween movie "The Addams Family", and proves to be a favourite with her gothic elegance and timeless beauty. Click here for more information regarding Morticia Addams. Time: 60 minutes…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup- Broken Pumpkin

Hello all! Today I am sharing with you my fourth look in my series "13 Days of Halloween Makeup". As much as I like to think outside the box for makeup and costumes, sometimes it is nice to go with a look that already belongs with the theme. In this case, that of a broken…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup-Leopard

Hello everyone! I am back with my third look in my series "13 Days of Halloween Makeup"! I was very excited to do this particular look because I have never attempted drawing leopard spots (they look so hard to do, but are actually very simple!) and leopards are actually my favourite animals! Time: 45-6- minutes…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup-Arabian Nights

Hello again! In continuation to my series "13 Days of Halloween Makeup", I have my second look completed; Arabian Nights. My inspiration for this look actually came from a very well-know Christmas ballet: The Nutcracker. So many of us are enraptured by the love story between Clara and the Nutcracker, but not many know the…

13 Days of Halloween Makeup – Lion

Hello everyone! October is upon us and is it the time of year in which we start planning for Halloween. The ambience is filled with scary decorations, candy, pumpkin carving, horror movies, but my favourite part is all the halloween makeup ideas! I have always loved experimenting with my makeup and this is one of…