Summer Trilogy : Waterproof Makeup

In this Summer Trilogy, I’ll have 3 segments, one makeup based, fashion based and beach based. So be sure to stay tuned to get all ready for the arrival of summer! You can subscribe to this blog at the bottom of the page and follow me on Instagram, @Snickeriggles!

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Summer is coming up, yes to beaches and tans! Also, it would be pretty warm and some of us may get pretty sweaty so here’s a makeup tutorial / suggestions on waterproof makeup!

I always find it very ironic when I head to the beach and see women with a red lip on while powdering their face, so this would be a minimal makeup look!

Base, it’ll be the Bobbi Brown BB Cream because it provides a good amount of coverage while having SPF as well, no one wants to get a sunburn! If your base of choice doesn’t have SPF, use a sunscreen before the base.

Keeping it simple on the cheeks, the Topshop Cream Blush in Neon Rose adds a healthy and youthful glow back into the face. Plus, cream blushes look more natural and last longer. Unfortunately, it’s not available anymore so the Revlon PhotoReady Cream Blush in Flushed would do fine.

Minimize shine with a light dust of pressed powder and I’ve used the Smashbox Photo Set Pressed Powder which is nice as it won’t get too cakey.

I’m very happy with my eyebrows and don’t see the need to fill them in so I’ve skipped that and just applied some clear mascara and brushed them out. I’d suggest Benefit’s Gimme Brow if you want some brow action going on.

Moving on the eyeshadow, you can choose to go nude or a Maybelline Color Tattoo would be the perfect choice because once they set, they’re not going to budge. At all. Cream eyeshadows last longer than powder so note that!

I’m not going for eyeliner because it doesn’t tickle my fancy but Stila’s Waterproof Eyeliner is highly recommended if you want some eyeliner business.

Time to load up on waterproof mascara and here I’ve used Maybelline The Rocket as it’s one my favorites. Unfortunately I couldn’t find the waterproof version.

Last but not least, lips! You can choose to use a simple lip balm but I’ve chosen the Revlon Kissable Balm Stain in Honey as it’s a stain (long lasting!) and a balm in one.

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Now it’s when I’ll insert a picture of how it turned out and excuse the awkward posing.

Hope you’ve enjoyed this, stay tuned for more!

Review : Organix Instant Recovery Mask

Earlier last month, I realized that my hair was dry and there were a lot of tangles which bothered me a lot as I tried to tie my hair. Wanting to try something that can make my hair smoother, I went to the drugstore and picked this up.

This boasts that it’s the “best remedy for repairing, mending and adding silky softness to even the driest, damaged hair.”

It comes as a pink paste, which is quite similar to a conditioner. Since it was my first time using a hair mask, I didn’t have much expectations of it.

I would leave this on my hair for about 3-10 minutes while I did some exfoliation to pass the time. I did notice a change in hair texture after using this, my hair was definitely less tangled and much smoother, not to mention how it made my hair smell.

Though it’s “awapuhi ginger”, it definitely didn’t smell anything like ginger. it smells faintly of cocoa butter, coconut, floral and fresh.

One thing I didn’t like about it was the longevity. It wasn’t stated on the bottle how long the effects will last, but I realized that mine reached a maximum of 5 days. Would like it a lot more if it could last me for at least a week.

Overall, I think that it is worth it for the price, but not something I’d purchase again.

Available here.

Monthly Favorites : April 2014.

Alright, another series that I’m attempting to complete! So let’s just jump right in and see what has been working for me this month.

{ BASE }

Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum

I did a review on it which you can read here, and I feel that this just gives an amazing base which evens out your skin tone really well.

Smells amazing, looks amazing, feels amazing. What’s there not to love?

Bobbi Brown BB Cream

I’m aware that Bobbi Brown has came out with a CC cream which I’m very keen on getting because I’ve seen someone use it and I love the coverage it gives and the finish it has.

This evens out my skin tone and leaves a slight dewy finish. I like using this for a natural look and just for an everyday wear.

Trying not to finish this too fast because it isn’t cheap!

{ FACE }

Topshop Cream Blush in Neon Rose.

I can’t find it on the web, but I’m pretty sure it’s sold in stores!

This is my definitely go to blush for a “glowing” look as it makes me seem alive, healthy and fresh.

It gives you a little of the flush you get after a long run, and I like to put this on my cheekbones.

{ LIPS }

Stila Lip Glaze in Melon.
(I can’t find the link, but I got this in the Christmas set)

This is an amazing lip gloss as it doesn’t feel as though you have something on your lips. It smells nice too!

The color “Melon” is really natural and perfect for an everyday look.

My pet peeves about lip glosses are their stick factor and this is not as sticky as the other lip glosses out there which is a plus point because now it won’t seem as you have glue on your lips!

{ EYES }

Maybelline Rocket Volum’ Express.

This mascara lengthens my lashes like no other, and I had a guy who asked me if I fake lashes on.

Not sure if it’s because guys can’t really tell, or maybe it made my lashes really long. I really like the staying power, it’s pretty hard to remove and it isn’t even the waterproof formula!

It’s the perfect “in a rush” product to use because you can definitely see a difference when you have this on.

But lately I’ve seen some smudging, which isn’t much of a problem because I have my new Bioderma micellar water.

{ MISC }

Bioderma Sensibio H2O.

This is perfect for removing those mascara smudges or eyeliner problems. The best part is that you don’t have to rinse it off, how much more convenient can it get?

I will definitely be repurchasing it when there’s a discount.

Real Techniques Expert Face Brush.

This brush is firm and does an amazing job at blending out the foundation. It feels amazing on the skin and the shorter bristles and how dense it is makes it a holy grail brush for me.

Though my E.L.F brushes are really soft, this brush has won my heart over them. Looking forward to get more in the future!

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Stay tuned for more posts x

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Disclaimer : I have not been paid to recommend any of the products mentioned above and all opinions are mine.

Sunday Funday #1

This will be my first post in a new series which I’ve created. Just some bits and pieces of my Sundays as they tend to be more relaxed as compared to Saturdays.

So, stay tuned!

Domino’s Pizza. 

I was home alone. 

Some window shopping on Nasty Gal.

Eminem Backpack, one of the items that has risen to the top of my “Want List”

Smooth Sailing has some sweet clothes. Really want something. 

So yes, Sunday was pretty relaxed and I did a mask while checking some social networking sites and watching tv.

If only life was like that everyday, but no. I have school.

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Hope your week has been great! x

Spring Makeup | Snickeriggles

Spring, the season everyone has been looking forward to because winter has been way too long.

I wish I had spring around here, with the cool weather & flowers springing up everywhere. It’s warm around here all the time, but I have been seeing a lot of bloomed flowers so it feels good.

Since spring has arrived, I decided to do a makeup look which you can wear to look and feel amazing this season!

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COMPLEXION.

A dewy glow would be amazing as it looks fresh and alive, just like the flowers which are blooming after the freezing winter.

L’Oreal Magic Lumi Primer.

You can definitely skip this step if you don’t like primers, but I feel that this gives some glow which makes it seem like it’s coming from within.

Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum Foundation.

From what I know, this doesn’t retail in the US so try to get it on eBay or Amazon!

Also, do not mix this up with the Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation, the one I’m mentioning today is the serum foundation!

This gives a dewy glow which can make it seem as though you have highlight on your face, when you really don’t.

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle Treatment.

This has a fairly light coverage (while doing its job of concealing at the same time) which I feel is amazing for Spring as winter is over and light makeup is coming back.

Benefit Posietint.

I know this doesn’t come under the whole “base” theme, but since it is a liquid product, putting it over the powder doesn’t seem quite ideal.

This color exudes a youthful glow, in my opinion, and matches the colors of spring quite well. It’s also a lip and cheek product, so you can choose to use for both purposes.

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder.

Set your makeup with a powder only at areas where you tend to get oily. Lightly press the powder into the skin to lock the base makeup on! If you powder your whole face, it might reduce the dewiness showing through.

EYES. 

Personally, filling in brows can sometimes make them seem more unnatural, so I’m going to skip that step. Of course, you can still do your brow routine. I feel that as long as they’re well groomed & not that sparse, it’s all good!

Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette.

The colors in this palette somehow scream Spring to me, absolutely gorgeous palette. I can’t wait to get it when I go over to the US in November, it’s way too expensive to buy it here.

Apply Burnout all over your lid and then have Buzz in your crease, making sure you blend them out well. Then apply Strange to the inner corners of your eye and on your brow bone.

L’Oreal Voluminous Butterfly Mascara.

Long voluminous lashes is suitable for any season of the year, so use whatever you feel works best for you!

This mascara does an amazing job at volumizing, plus the funky wand allow the outer corner of your lashes to be longer and give the effect of butterfly wings.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Vice. 

I think that a pop of color on the eyes would be great as it’s all about the colors, the flowers and nature. However if you’re uncomfortable with wearing a bright blue eyeliner, try a dark purple one.

You’re moving away from the traditional black, but at the same time it’s also a different color. Vice is a great option. You can also smudge it out before it sets for a slight smokey effect.

LIPS.

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Coral Berry.

This should be a Spring color, it’s a coral that isn’t as bright as Siren, but also has some pink in it, very much like a peach color.

I might just pick this up when I head to the drugstore soon.

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Alright, that’s all I have for today and I apologize for the recent lack of posts, school has been making me rather busy and I can’t find the time to type out a blog post.

I promise more posts soon! Especially hauls and reviews.

Thank you for your support and stay tuned!

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Disclaimer : I have not been paid to recommend any of the items mentioned above, the pictures aren’t mine and no copyright intended, all opinions are mine!

Cara Delevingne Makeup Tutorial.

Unless, you’re like Patrick from Spongebob Squarepants who lives under a rock, you should probably know this girl.

Maybe not the name, but you have definitely seen her face somewhere. Ever popular on the runways, tumblr and other social networks.

So I’ve decided to recreate her makeup look, which is subtle yet gorgeous. Read on to find out how!

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FACE.

You rarely see her with dewy skin, but her complexion still remains even and natural.

Jouer Matte Moisture Tint.

Follow up with a concealer at areas where you have redness, blemishes or dark circles.

Maybelline Fit Me! Concealer.

Set everything with a powder so that nothing will budge and prevent it slipping away.

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder.

EYEBROWS.

Let’s face it, not all of us are blessed with a set of thick and full eyebrows like Delevingne has. So of course, to recreate her look, we need to fill ours in.

Anastasia Brow Powder Duo.

Powder has a more natural finish and when filling them in, don’t have an arch that is too high. Fill them from the contours of your nose to the outer corner of the eye (refer to the picture above!)

 The website also has guides on which color to choose.

Anastasia Tinted Brow Gel.

Set your brows with a tinted brow gel for more color.

EYES. 

She doesn’t have much eyeshadow action going on, but as you can see, there is some color.

Urban Decay Naked Basics.

Use Naked 2 all over the lid and a little bit of Faint in the crease and along the lower lash line. (Not the waterline!)

At the lower lash line, smudge it out to give a sultry effect.

Then, use Crave and line the upper lash line, keeping it a thin line, as close to the base of your lashes as possible. This gives an illusion of fuller lashes!

Maybelline Rocket Mascara.

Add a few coats of mascara, and I feel that this is an amazing mascara which lengthens your lashes & gives them the most definition.

CHEEKS.

Well, look at her cheekbones.

For those of us that don’t have cheekbones that are as defined as hers, time for some contouring!

The Body Shop Honey Bronzer.

This is matte, which is essential for contouring.

To find your cheekbones, suck in your cheeks and make a fish face.

Something like this!

Find your cheekbones and using a big fluffy brush, apply the bronzer right under your cheekbones, to give them more definition.

Be sure to blend well so it doesn’t seem as though there’s dirt on your face!

LIPS. 

If you have bigger lips, try using a cream concealer and with a small brush, reshape your lips to a smaller form.

Remember to blend in well.

Now, you’re good to go!

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 This look is perfect for a bright or dark lip as the rest of the features are quite toned down.

A plum lip color would be great for a sexy / grunge look and a bright one would be great for the upcoming spring time!

Hope you’ve enjoyed this post and stay tuned for more articles!

Disclaimer : The pictures aren’t mine and no copyright intended. I have not been paid to recommend any items mentioned above and all opinions are mine!

Top 13 Products That Every Girl Needs!

When heading to Sephora or the drugstore, one can be overwhelmed by the amount of beauty products offered in front of you. So if you want to know what to get, keep on reading!

SKINCARE. 

I think it’s really important to take care of your skin, to get a beautiful base for your makeup to be applied.

The Body Shop Vitamin E Gentle Facial Wash.

 This is an amazing face wash as it cleans your skin while leaving it hydrated and soft. Doesn’t strip your skin of its natural oils!

I’m already on my second tube!

Philosophy The Microdelivery Exfoliating Wash.

It’s quite important to have a facial scrub as there are days in which your skin might be rough and you just want to smoothen the surface.

Drugstore brands might have coarser beads which would tear your skin and cause some issues, so do try to invest in a high end exfoliator!

Wild Rose Moisturizing and Brightening Cream. 

A moisturizer with SPF would be great as it can double up as a sunscreen as well. It’s particularly important to moisturize your skin well otherwise, your skin would try and produce more oil, leading to a breakout.

It also acts as a base for your makeup, protecting your skin from the chemicals.

MAKEUP. 

CoverGirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation. 

I personally feel that foundation is a makeup essential as you might be suffering from redness or acne. A foundation with the appropriate amount of coverage can give you an even base and give you much more confidence as you don’t have to worry about what other’s are thinking of your skin issues.

If you have great skin already, do spot treatment with a concealer and I’d recommend Maybelline Fit Me! Concealer.

NYX Automatic Eyebrow Pencil. 

Filling in your brows will do the most difference as it’s said to be the second thing a person notices of you.

Some of your brows might be sparse, so this would be perfect for making them full and filling out any empty spots.

Lorac Pro Palette.

Neutral eyeshadows are essentials as they’re perfect for everyday use, especially when you have matte and glittery shades all in a palette.

Eyeshadows can add extra definition and bring out the color of your eyes when applied correctly.

A cheaper (and smaller) alternative would be the Wet n Wild Eyeshadow Trios.

NARS Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base.

An eyeshadow primer is important if you’re using eyeshadow as it’ll get rid of the ugly creasing and keep your eyeshadow lasting all day. Especially with the NARS eyeshadow primer, where it won’t budge at all.

NARS The Multiple.

This can double up as a lip color as well as a cheek color, which is great for reducing the amount of space taken up in your makeup bag.

There’s a highlighting effect in this as well, which can bring out a youthful glow.

Marc Jacobs Lovemarc – Lip Gel. 

Get a lipstick that makes you feel great about yourself. This will definitely boost your confidence and exude a certain aura when you get a color that makes you feel comfortable.

Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs.

This would come in handy during the summer when you’re wearing shorts and realise that you have lots of scars and ugly marks. The spray would smooth out any discolorations and give you an even base.

Marc Jacobs Daisy.

This is my favorite scent and I think it’s really important for women and girls to own a perfume. Choose one that makes you feel confident and sexy about yourself.

Get a signature scent and try not to change it, this way, whenever someone smells a scent similar to yours somewhere, they’d immediately think of you. (Especially if you’re trying to make a mark on one of your crushes.)

Nivea A Kiss of Milk & Honey Soothing Lip Care.

This lipbalm is amazing, it helps me get rid of all the dead skin (which I rub off) after being applied.

Lipbalms are important as you want your lipstick to glide over your lips easily without clinging on to any dry areas and accentuating them.

Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes mascara. 

Mascara’s are important as they can help open up your eyes and make you seem more awake.

Get a mascara which lengthens a lot and actually does a difference to your lashes.

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Alright! That’s all I have for today and I hope you’ve learnt something from this post.

Disclaimer : I have not been paid to recommend any of the items mentioned and all opinions are mine.

The Body Shop Haul!

So yesterday I was at the mall and I saw that The Body Shop was having a sale.

Taking a deep breath in, I just quickly and casually browsed through all the items that were on sale. Somehow, I managed to convince myself that I don’t need anything, crazy, I know!

I got really bothered by how I didn’t pick anything up so I rushed back down to the mall, hoping that the sale was still on.

Thank heavens, yes it was, so now we have a haul post!

The items were up to 70% off, ka-ching!

Cranberry Joy Body, Room and Linen Spritz.

I’ve been meaning to get this for a long time now, but somehow, I didn’t. It’s only $10 now, so of course, into my basket it went.

It doesn’t smell particularly Christmas-y, so it’s fine to use it all year long! It might be a tad too berry for some of you.

Shea and Mango Body Butters.

I bought the small ones, not knowing whether I’d like them or not. They were 2 for $10, so I thought it was a pretty good deal.

Plus since they’re small, I can find out what scents I like better and what to get more of in the future.

I bought the shea and mango scented ones, which aren’t that bad! Shea reminds me a bit of an independent woman and the mango is just sweet and pretty.

They melt into the skin relatively quickly, without leaving a film of grease on the skin, which is great!

I might just get more soon enough.

Vitamin E Gentle Facial Cleaning Wipes.

I really like the Vitamin E line from The Body Shop, I have a facial wash which is amazing as it cleans my face, without leaving it totally dried out.

I thought I’d grab some facial wipes for those days where I want to freshen myself up after physical ed. This would come in handy for freshening your face and removing makeup!

Along with this, I picked up the Tea Tree Cleansing Wipes.

They were 2 for $15!

The Body Shop Seaweed Mattifying Day Cream.

These were $10 for 4, so why not pick it up, especially since I can mix it with the Apricot and Rice Finishing Mist.

I don’t exactly have oily skin, but I feel that this might come in handy for those days where I want to keep some shine out of the way.

The texture of this cream was definitely thinner than I expected, I thought it might have the consistency of a serum, since it’s “mattifying”.

But I guess it’s great that it’s quite light, so it won’t clog them pores.

Japan Apricot & Rice Finishing Mist.

The “finishing mist” enticed me the most, I have to admit. I really don’t like the powdery look I tend to get when I have makeup on, so I have been on the search for a product that can take that away.

It smells very fresh and yet a tinge of sexy, which is very interesting. Sexy in a strong woman way, following my train of thoughts?

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Alright, so that’s all I have for now, I hope you’ve enjoyed it and managed to get some ideas on what to get if you’re stepping into a Body Shop store soon!

I can see myself going back to get more items, but oh boy, I’m not being kind to my wallet at all.

Disclaimer : All photos are mine and I have not been paid to recommend any of the items mentioned above.

Window Shopping Wants.

One of those days, where I have nothing much to do on the computer and I find myself on Sephora’s website.

Here are some of the stuff that I’m eyeing on and that might perhaps be an option for you when you do some Sephora shopping!

Look at the gorgeous items. 

Urban Decay Naked 3. 

I have never lusted for Naked 1 & 2, but the thought of this palette being rose-hued just blew my mind. I need it!

YSL Touche Eclat. 

Highly raved and luxurious packaging. I’ve always wanted to try one of these but the price tag has deterred me. Absolutely in love with the packaging and I’m aware that some drugstore brands have tried making a “dupe” or “knockoff” of this. But of course, nothing can beat the feeling of using the real deal.

NARSissist Cheek Kit.

I’m a fan of NARS, (though I only own the Orgasm blush. meh.) so the thought of having a cheek kit with the amazing quality is quite exciting. Perfect for traveling.

Eve Lom Rescue Mask.

I managed to get a sample of this mask and I must say that it works wonders. Perfect for those days before a big event (or even on the day itself) and you want to look your best. I need to get my hands on this soon, there’s so many bumps on my face and it’s frustrating.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil.

I have one in the shade Rockstar and I think that it’s a great alternative to the usual black or blue. It’s so creamy and smooth, has to be my favorite eyeliner at the moment. Definitely want to own more!

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer. 

Another highly raved product, I’m amazed by the coverage it gives. Also, it’s suitable to be applied all over the face, for all kinds of imperfections, so I’m eyeing on them.

YSL Volupte Sheer Candy. 

Just… The packaging. It’s orgasmic and absolutely luxurious. Not to mention it has been raved by essiebutton and I love her taste. I can’t wait to get my hands (and lips) on this baby.

YSL Rouge Volupte Shine. 

I’m not sure if I’m going through a “phase”, but I have been rather interested in dark lips lately. Maybe it’s the grungy mode that I’m starting to get into, but I’m real digging dark lips.

NARS Sheer Glow Foundation. 

I’ve seen Tanya Burr talk about this and I’m pretty attracted by the coverage and glow that it gives. Very natural and fresh! Sadly, it’s about $82 (including the pump) over here. I might get one at the end of the year when I go to the US.

YSL Rouge Pur Couture Glossy Stain.

By now… You can probably tell my obsession with YSL. From their perfumes to bags, I’ve quite fancied them. And now that I’ve found out about their makeup brand, amazing. The packaging, quality and pigmentation are fantastic and I can’t wait to own more.

Dior Lip Glow. 

Apparently this changes according to your body’s temperature and gives an amazing shade of pink that is “your lips, but better”. Plus it’s a lip balm, so I won’t feel that I’m wearing anything too over the top.

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush. 

The packaging’s so sleek and cool, plus I’ve heard quite a few positive reviews about it. I like the marbleized effect of the blush and I don’t think it’s sold where I am so… Sad face! But it’s a good thing as well, or else it’ll add up to my “makeup bill”

Anastasia Tinted Brow Gel. 

I feel that this is a great option when you’re in a rush as all you have to do is run this through your brows. I’m pretty sure you can do a DIY one, but since Anastasia is a professional brand, it should be pretty good.

Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Eyeliner. 

I’ve seen Ingrid (missglamorazzi) use this and I like how fine the tip is. It’ll give the nicest and most precise wings, in my opinion. The downside is that it’s waterproof. Not a fan of using a makeup remover.

Hourglass Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil. 

I’ve seen Estee use this and I like how the pencil is in that shape, makes it easier for filling the brows! Plus it seems really quick too.

Diorshow Iconic Mascara. 

I love how the brush looks and of course, I trust Dior makeup. Not a fan of the packaging though, the little patterns in the background isn’t the most flattering thing ever.

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Alright! That’s all I have for today and I hope you’ve enjoyed this post, and perhaps interested in getting a couple of items that I’ve featured.

Stay tuned for my next post, where it’ll be a sequel to the how to be a tumblr girl.

Disclaimer : The photos aren’t mine (except the first) and no copyright intended! I have not been paid to recommend any of the items and all opinions are mine.

– break –

Hi all! Thanks a lot for all the support even though I’ve left for so long. Came back and checked my stats, I’m reaching 10k views soon! Never expected for that to happen.

Anyways, I’m on a break right now, school life has taken much more time than I have expected and it’s quite tough for me to get up a post or so.

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See you soon x