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URBAN DECAY NAKED HEAT PALETTE YAY OR NAY REVIEW

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a great weekend, and maybe you are even still on a long weekend, and that you’re excited for the holiday tomorrow if you’re here in the United States.

Urban Decay is well respected in the makeup world, and is most famous of their Naked eyeshadow palettes. The Naked collection has grown exponentially in the past few years, and now there is a brand new line called Naked Heat. I knew as soon as I heard the name of this collection teased before even seeing pictures that I would probably love it, because the word “heat” made me think of clay oranges and sunset reds which I love but are lacking in the other Naked eye shadow palettes. The collection also has new lipsticks and eye liners.

 

 

Packaging

If you’re familiar with the Naked Smokey palette, then this packaging is very similar to that. The hard plastic is easy to clean, the magnetic closure keeps these beauties safe, and has a beautiful gradient of golds, reds, and oranges.

Swatches

Ounce, Chaser, Sauced, Low Blow, Lumbre, He Devil

Dirty Talk, Scorched, Cayenne, En Fuego, Ashes, Ember

 

How gorgeous are these? This palette is a nice mix of mattes and shimmers, and the warm colors are stunning. The shades swatched well with both finger and brush swatches, but more importantly looked beautiful on the eyes. The matte shades especially are buttery and easy to blend.

My Thoughts

Simply put, this is the kind of product that ignites (see what I did there?!) my love for makeup, and makes me excited to get ready each day. I like that I can do a gorgeous, deep look, a basic neutral eye (“Chaser” is a perfect blending color), or a one-and-done shadow look with one of the gorgeous shimmer shades (“Dirty Talk” in the crease is STUNNING). I am swooning, and I think they knocked this one out of the park. I give this a very big YAY!

 

No Filter, No Flash, and Natural Lighting

 

 

Shopping Information 

This is available on UrbanDecay.com, Sephora.com, Ulta.com, Macys.com, Nordstrom.com, and will be available in stores July 13th.

 

I hope that this review was helpful for you! If you would like me to do a tutorial on my LeahTackles YouTube Channel, let me know! Have you gotten this palette or do you plan to? Let me know! xx

 

 

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COPY MY LOOK | SIMPLE SUMMER MAKEUP LOOK

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you enjoyed my Copy My Look Summer 2017 Makeup Look from Monday, because today I want to share another look with you! If you have more makeup or outfit of the day requests, please let me know! Or, if you want to see makeup tutorial or How-To videos, let me know so I can film them for my YouTube channel.

 

 

Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Airbrush Foundation in Fair Honey 

EsteE Lauder Double Wear Waterproof Concealer in 1N Extra Light

Too Faced Sweetheart Bronzer in Sweet Tea

Too Faced Sweetheart Perfect Flush Blush in Sparkling Bellini 

Maybelline Color Tattoo 24 Hour Eyeshadow in 25 Bad to the Bronze

Urban Decay Single Eyeshadow in Freelove

Too Faced Sketch Marker Liquid Liner in Black 

L’Oreal Voluminous Base 

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara in Waterproof 

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Taupe

Buxom Gloss in White Russian 

 

Thank you, as always, for reading!

 

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COPY MY LOOK! | SUMMER 2017 MAKEUP LOOK

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a great weekend! Hailey, my six year old, had her dance recitals over the weekend, and on Friday her dad and I got to take her out to dinner afterwards on a special date without her little brothers ; ) I created a summer look that I wore to her recital and dinner, and today I will be sharing the products I used with you.

 

Benefit Porefessional Primer

L’Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation

Kat Von D Lock-It Concealer in White Out

Maybelline Fit Me Concealer

Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder

Laura Mercier Invisible Loose Setting Powder

Benefit Hoola Lite Bronzer

The Balm Blush in Down Boy

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Champagne Pop 

Too Faced Shadow Insurance

Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette

L’Oreal Lineur Intense in Black 

CoverGirl Clump Crusher Mascara Water Resistant 

Maybelline LashSensational

Anastasia Beverly Hills Dip Brow in Taupe 

Nume Curling Wand

Bobbi Brown Lip Liner in Nude

Jeffree Star Liquid Lipstick in Celebrity Skin 

Thank you, as always, for reading! I hope that you enjoy seeing EVERY product that I wore for this look! I have a simple makeup look coming for a Wednesday, so don’t forget to subscribe! : ) xx

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MY MAKEUP SECRET TO CONCEAL TIRED EYES!

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Do you get eight hours of sleep every night? I don’t! In fact, I had to change my sleep goal on my fitness tracker to seven hours, just to be more “realistic” with goals. Of course, the best fix to tired eyes is getting more beauty sleep, but on days when you need a little extra help, this trick will help you!

Rimmel Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliner in 005 Nude

 

 

If you have red, tired eyes using this nude eyeliner on the waterline is the perfect way to neutralize the redness and look more awake. I also love using this when I want a more natural, soft look on the waterline. Also, this is less than $5 which is amazing!

 

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Have you tried this eyeliner? Let me know! : )

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MAKE YOUR REAL LASHES LOOK LIKE FALSIES | THE PERFECT COMBO

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope you are starting your week out with a fabulous attitude and are ready to tackle the rest of the week! A fellow YouTuber, Becca Bristow, has fabulous lashes in every video or picture I see of her, and so when she shared her favorite combo I knew I wanted to try it out.

 

The Perfect Lash Combo

L’Oreal Voluminous Lash Primer

Maybelline Lash Sensational Waterproof 

 

My Routine

 

 

I curl my lashes with my Tarte Cosmetics Perfect Eyelash Curler and then apply a coat of the L’Oeal Voluminous Lash Primer before applying the Maybelline Lash Sensational Waterproof mascara. I decided to use the waterproof version of the mascara because my preference to use a waterproof mascara to avoid smudging under my eyes. The Maybelline Lash Sensational is a very wet mascara, which I usually only like as a second layer of mascara over another mascara, but I do like this over the L’Oreal Voluminous Lash Primer.

The Result

I really love the results that I can get from these two products, and it’s a gorgeous way to get big, fluttery lashes without wearing falsies. I have worn this several times with only a little black eye liner and no eye shadow, and the look is stunning!  I also like using the primer with other mascaras, and also layering the Maybelline Lash Sensational as a layer with other mascaras.

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If you try this combo, please let me know! xx

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BEAUTY TREND- THE SILICONE MAKEUP SPONGE! YAY OR NAY?

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you are having a great week so far. If you know me, you know that I love trying out hype products (remember my Starbucks Unicorn Frappuccino video?! Watch it here)  and as a self-proclaimed marketing nerd, find them fascinating. The Sillisponge by the indie makeup brand Molly Cosmetics, the first well-known silicone makeup sponge, became a sensation in late 2016, and sold out quickly! Now the market has been flooded with lots of versions of this sponge, but is it worth the hype? I finally got my hands on one, and today I will share my thoughts with you.

 

 

What Is It?

A clear silicone makeup sponge use in place of a foundation brush, Beauty Blender or traditional makeup sponge, or your fingers to apply foundation to your face.

First Impressions

It totally looks like a chicken cutlet breast implant only tiny, but I was still eager to try it based on the claims I had heard of a flawless application.

Pros

I love that this thing is SO MUCH MORE SANITARY! It is a breeze to clean, you just wash it off and dry it with a clean washcloth or paper towel…no drying wait time, no deep cleaning needed.  Because it isn’t a porous sponge there isn’t makeup getting left on it after use, which is much better for your skin, and way more sanitary. I also love that you use WAY LESS PRODUCT because, again, the sponge isn’t porous so nothing is sinking into a traditional sponge or brush bristles. I actually used way too much product the first few times using the sponge because I used so much less than normal with this application method. Once I got the hang of it, I really loved the flawless finish this gave me.

Cons

I wouldn’t say this is a huge “con” but it definitely is an odd makeup application method and took some getting used to because you are *basically* slapping a mini silicone implant on your face. When I first applied this I felt like it was just sitting on the surface of my skin, instead of looking like my own skin which I really did not like. I did find this hard to get my under eye area.

My Routine

I prime my skin as normal with my favorite Benefit PoreFessional and then dot my foundation on my face before using the silicone beauty sponge to spread the product on my skin. I have used this with my Tarte B.B Cream, my Urban Decay All-Nighter, and my Revlon ColorStay which all worked but I definitely used way too much the first time with the medium-to- full coverage foundations. I have found that the most important step is pressing and tapping the foundation into the skin to give it that flawless, airbrushed look.

Yay or Nay?

I will continue experimenting with the silicone beauty sponge. I like the airbrush finish that I’ve gotten, but am not sure if this will take the place of my favorite stippling foundation application method (read about the stippling method here).I *doubt* this will be a product I am using for the rest of my life, but I am enjoying playing around with it, let’s put it that way.  I love how easy this is to clean, how sanitary it is, and how perfect it is for travel.

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BENEFIT GALIFORNIA BOXED BLUSH | YAY OR NAY?

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you are having a fantastic week so far! With summer right around the corner (at least this Michigan gal hopes it is right around the corner!) I thought it would be fun to try the *new* boxed blush from Benefit Cosmetics and share my thoughts with you.

 

Benefit Galifornia 

 

 

First Impression:

How gorgeous is this brush? It is definitely a super cute name and adorable packaging as I’ve come to expect from Benefit. The cardboard box is sturdy, has a nice sized mirror, and does come with a brush but I do not use the brush it comes with unless I’m in a pinch without my other blush brushes. This blush smells amazing, and reminds me of fresh peaches and summer picnic!  The  gorgeous blush with the gold glimmering sun is absolutely Instagram worthy. The glittery sun is stunning, but unfortunately is just an overspray on top so once you’ve swatched it that does go away, however the gold hints are in the actual blush.

 

 

Why I Love It:

This is a super pigmented shade that would work well on even very deep skin tones, is absolutely perfect for spring and summer, and even my very fair skin can wear it but do use a light hand if you’re very fair. I think this gives a healthy glow and just the right bit of shimmer.

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Will you be picking up this beauty? Let me know in the comments! Don’t forget to enter my beauty giveaway on my YouTube channel, too ; )

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MY 30TH BIRTHDAY MAKEUP, HAIR, AND OUTFIT DETAILS!

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you are having a wonderful week! I had some questions about the makeup that I wore for my surprise 30th birthday party, so today I will be sharing all of my birthday deets with shopping links : )

 

 

MAKEUP

 

 

 

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupte Lipstick in 1

Bobbi Brown Liner in Nude

Esteé Lauder DoubleWear Foundation in 1C1 Cool Bone

Kat Von D Lock It Concealer in White Out

Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder

Make Up For Ever Pro Sculpting Palette in 20

Too Faced Sweethearts Bronzer in Sweet Tea

Too Faced Sweethearts Blush in Sparkling Bellini

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed in Champagne Pop

Too Faced Natural Eyes Natural Eye Palettte

L’Oréal Linuer Intense in Black

Anastasia Beverly Hills Dip Brow in Taupe

Covergirl Clump Crusher Mascara in Black Water Resistant

Kiss Lashes

 

HAIR

TRESemmé Heat Tamer Leave-In Spray

L’Oréal Elnett Satin Hairspray

OGX Coconut Milk Anti-Breakage Serum

Batiste XXL Plumping Powder

Nume Curling Wand

OUTFIT

LuLus Dress

Just Fab Shoes

SHOP WITH ME

Shop Just Fab 

EBates

 

I hope that you found this helpful! If you have any questions, please let me know! I hope that you have a fabulous week! Thank you for reading and please subscribe! xx

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THE DRUGSTORE B.B CREAM YOU NEED TO TRY!

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Some days I get super excited to do my makeup and want to do a full face of makeup but other days I just want (or need) a go-to that is fast but leaves me with a pretty look that lasts all day.

 

L’Oreal Skin Beautifier B.B Cream

 

 

This B.B cream claims to prime, correct, hydrate, and perfect. With “beautifying beads” inside are encapsulated pigments infused with an ultra-light lotion with antioxidant Vitamin E. This comes out of the tube as a white lotion transforms to your perfect shade.

Why I Love It

This is easy to apply with your fingers or a foundation brush (I like the Sigma F60). I love that this gives me a natural look that looks like bare skin. This is easy to apply in only a minute and then a little under eye concealer and boom you’re done! I have combo/oily skin so when I saw this said “hydrates” I was nervous but it wears very well on me, even my oily prone t-zone! I have been using this product for three years, and originally included it on this blog in 2014 (here and here).

My Routine

I still use a primer when I use this (I use Benefit PoreFessional) but then I dot this on my face and then blend it in with either my fingers or a foundation brush. You can also apply this with a sponge (I like the Beauty Blender). I do set this *lightly* with loose powder (I use Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder) and if you want a little more coverage you could use a powder foundation. I wear this in the shade fair, but it is also available in light, medium, and deep.

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Thank you, as always, for reading! Please let me know in the comments your favorite B.B cream or C.C cream : )

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SHOULD WOMEN SHAVE THEIR FACE?

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

If you’re part of “Bachelor Nation” and watch shows such as the ABC network hit The Bachelor, then you probably know Michelle Money. I am a huge fan of Michelle’s, and have learned a lot by watching her different YouTube channels. Several years ago I saw a video where Michelle showed how she shaves her face (watch it here) and after seeing that I did a little more research and today I want to share with you WHY and HOW I shave my face.

 

 

Why I Do It

I have very fine, blond peach fuzz on my face but after seeing the video tutorial Michelle showed I was intrigued. One thing I found both in Michelle’s video as well as other articles I found on the topic, was how men typically look younger because shaving their face regularly is a form of exfoliating their face on a very regular basis! Regularly exfoliating is a great way to really amp up the function of the skincare that you’re already using, too, because it allows products to really be absorbed into the skin.  I love that my skin looks beautiful and smooth, plus this makes makeup apply flawlessly. Essentially you are removing a layer of dead skin cells, so dermaplaning like they do at skin spas, but for only a couple of dollars and in the comfort of your own home. And just like shaving your legs will *NOT* make the hair come back thicker or darker, the same is true for shaving your face this way… that is a myth! Your hair on your face will come back in exactly how it was when you started!

How I Do It

I don’t have a set schedule doing this, but typically try to do this about every week or every other week. I use the Tinkle (yes, “tinkle”) brand eye brow razors to do this, but most “eye brow razors” will work for this. *Note: I NEVER use these “eye brow” razors to shave my eye brows and think that you should keep razors FAR away from your brows! Pluck, wax, or thread of your brows please! I begin with clean and dry skin, use a single-blade, single-edge razor, hold my skin taut with one hand, and then shave in upward motions holding the razor at a 45 degree angle. I avoid around my eye area, my eye brows, and anything too close to my hair line, focusing on my cheeks and by my ears. I also love to do this before I do microdermabrasion which I do at home using my PMD. After I shave I skip toner and I make sure to use a lot of moisturizer so that you skin isn’t dried out.

Final Thoughts

I don’t think this is a “must” by any means. Please only do what you are comfortable with. I suggest starting with just a little bit, perhaps the peach fuzz on your jaw line, and then see how it goes for you. If you’re under 18 years old please ask your parents before you begin incorporating this into your skincare routine. If you do decide to try this, always be careful and make sure to clean the blade after and don’t use a dull blade on your face because just like your legs a dull blade will make you more likely to nick yourself.

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Thank you for reading and please leave any requests or questions in the comments below! I want to talk about what YOU want to hear! xx

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