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!

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.

Birthday Wishlist!

My birthday is in 4 days and some of my relatives and friends are asking me, what I’d like to have  as a present. I figured this was a great way for me to sort my thoughts out and pass the wishlist to them!

If you’re interested in knowing what I want, carry on reading!

Doctor Martens 1460. 

Tay Bomber Jacket (Glamor Kills)

Classic Q Colorblocked Isabelle (Marc by Marc Jacobs)

Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia. 

Urban Decay Naked 3.

Alice Military Jacket (Brandy Melville)

Yup so there it is, some of the items that I really want for my birthday.

Hope this gave you some ideas for what to get when it’s yours!

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

New Year’s Makeup!

For New Year’s, I think we should go pretty extravagant because it’s the start of a new year and we would want to look extra special.

My ideal New Year’s look would be glitter, gold and bold!

Read on to find out what products I recommend.

{ PRIMER }

Benefit The Porefessional.

 It is quite important to use a primer because you want your makeup to stay on your skin without sliding anywhere while you’re partayyying through the night!

{ FOUNDATION }

Make Up For Ever Mat Velvet + 

CoverGirl Clean Liquid Makeup.

If you’re ordering off the drugstore website, do check out CoverGirl’s website for the shade choices as drugstore.com doesn’t have quite an accurate color comparison.

{ EYEBROWS }

It’s time to go strong for this look, but not overly thick. Strong defined ones are the best, not caterpillar like.

Maybelline Define-A-Brow. 

I feel that pencil is really easy and quick, but you want a more natural look, you can try a powder instead.

Anastasia Brow Powder Duo. 

Their page comes along with advises on which shade to get!

{ EYESHADOW }

Nars Eyeshadow Primer.

Maybelline Color Tattoo Metal in Silver Strike.

This as a base will give a very nice dimension and pop to the eyes when you use your normal eyeshadow over it. Just apply it all over the lids.

Revlon ColorStay Smoky Eyeshadow Stick in Flare.

Use the lighter color all over the lid and the darker one in the crease. Feel free to build up the intensity but remember to blend well to reduce any harsh lines!

{ EYELINER }

Maybelline Gel Eyeliner.

We’re going for a winged effect!

{ MASCARA }

Maybelline Volum’ Express The Falsies.

Curl your eyelashes and apply a few coats of it!

{ CHEEKS }

Nars Powder Blush in Sin.

This gives an amazing glow and I feel that it complements the eyes very well.

{ LIPS }

Yves Saint Laurent Glossy Stain in Mauve Pigmente.

This will neutralise the whole look as the eyes were pretty smokey already and it’d be too much to have a bright lip.

Finish everything off with Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray which will allow your makeup to last throughout the entire party night.

Alright! That’s all I have for today and I hope you enjoy your New Years and I hope this has given you some ideas on what to use for your makeup!

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

Day to Night makeup.

Since not all of us have the luxury of time, here are some tips to how you can transform your daytime look to night!

– Try to get natural lighting as that’s the best and fluorescent lightings tend to alter the real color on your face and might cause some mistakes here and there.

-Use some eyedrops if your eye is red (especially from sitting in front of the computer) , it’ll reduce redness and make you look fresh!

– Use a brightening concealer, such as the Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat to minimize the appearance of wrinkles. Apply it between the brows to highlight and your forehead and apply it on dark circles to make you appear more awake.

– You don’t need to have another layer of foundation, a concealer will work good for imperfections and visible veins.

– Freshen your face by spraying a water spray (such as Evian Mineral Water Spray) and wait for it to dry before applying a light thin layer of loose powder. Doing away without the spray will make you appear cakey.

– Use a darker and more intense colored lipstick for the night. Dark reds and plums will look great! If you’re not comfortable with the intensity, apply a layer, pat your lips with tissue.

– Add some shimmer to your eyelids and blend it till it’s sheer. Shimmer on the browbone and the centre of the lips over lipstick will look good as well.

– Line your eyes with a dark eyeliner and apply a thin layer of eyeshadow on it so it can last through the night.

– Spray your favorite sultry and sexy scent, it’ll bring you out of working mode!

(Beyonce Midnight Heat)

(Acqua di Gioia Essenza by Giorgio Armani)

Alright! That’s all I have for today and it’s easier if you have all the products in a makeup bag so it’d be convenient for your transformation.

Stay tuned for the next post!

Disclaimer : I have not been paid to recommend any of the items mentioned and the photos aren’t mine and no copyright intended. All opinions are mine!

Inspired by Total Beauty by Stacey and Fairley.

My Christmas Makeup. | Blogmas Day 19.

Christmas is the time to doll up, because I don’t normally do that everyday. So here are some products I’ll be using to achieve my own glam look!

To achieve a flawless canvas, I’ll be using CoverGirl’s Clean Liquid Makeup for Sensitive Skin in Buff Beige. This happened to be the only foundation from CoverGirl that has managed to match my skin tone.

I will be mixing e.l.f’s radiance enhancer in Sunrise together with my foundation to give me a bronze sheen and glow.

I’ll do my normal filling in of brows with Maybelline Define-A-Brow.

I’ll use my e.l.f Little Black Beauty Book with a copper shade in the crease, along with a light mahogany to blend it out. The e.l.f jumbo eyeshadow stick in French Lace will be the base.

Of course, not forgetting to prime my lids with Urban Decay’s Primer Potion.

I’ll be lining my eyes with Urban Decay’s 24/7 Liner in Rockstar. The purple shade makes me feel glamorous.

I will be enhancing my jaw line with e.l.f Studio Contour Blush and Bronzer before putting on Nars’ Orgasm Blush on my cheekbones.

Last but not least, I’ll be applying Urban Decay’s Lip Stain in Greedy which is a deep berry color. This will seal the Christmas feel and help me feel pretty!

Christmas is tomorrow, I can’t wait!

Disclaimer : I have not been paid to recommend / sent the items mentioned and all opinions are mine!

My everyday makeup routine. | Blogmas Day 18.

I had absolutely no idea what to post next, so here’s an everyday makeup routine that I think is really natural and useful for beginners.

Above, is how I’d apply the items to my face in order.

First, I’d start off by covering all the imperfections and dark circles with my Maybelline Waterproof Stick Concealer. 

Then I’d fill my brows in with Maybelline Define-A-Brow, only at the areas where lacks brow hair.

Right below, I’ll use Wet n Wild Eyeshadow Trio in Walking On Eggshells and apply it on my lid and crease.

Followed by Wet n Wild’s Megalast Retractable Eyeliner in Blackest Black. If you want a more natural look, try brown instead.

CoverGirl’s Clump Crusher is beginning to tickle my fancy again, just because it’s waterproof and I’ve been going out a lot and I don’t want mascara to end up below my eyes.

Nars’ Orgasm Blush is perfect for giving me that healthy, youthful glow. My favorite blusher that’s for sure!

Last but not least, Urban Decay’s Lip Stain in Envious. This is suitable for an everyday look because it isn’t too dark or light. Also, I don’t have to reapply it every now and then, so it’s awesome!

That’s all I have for today, stay tuned for more!

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

Current favorites. | Blogmas Day 16.

I really ran out of brain juice and I can’t think of anything to post. So here’s something small and I’m gonna tell you what my current favorites are!

Or maybe, Christmas favorites.

Maybelline Define-A-Brow in Medium Brown. 

Perfect for filling my brows in, as I feel that they can be pretty sparse in the front and end. I have the tendency to over draw them and they end up looking like caterpillars on my head.

Not cool.

But! With a light hand and the right amount, it’ll look pretty natural and normal.

Available here.

Anastasia Brow Pen in Universal Light. 

I have natural dark hair, so this doesn’t work as well. However, I got it in a set off eBay so I’m just trying to work it.

It is a felt tip marker and is really easy for application! If I had it in universal deep, it’d be fighting a spot with the Maybelline Define-A-Brow.

Available here.

Maybelline Cover Stick Waterproof Concealer in Light Beige.

For those days where I don’t have enough sleep or when the hormones start kicking in and gives me zits, this is super handy.

It doesn’t crease as well so more brownie points is given, plus it is waterproof, perfect for the ridiculously humid weather in Singapore.

Available here.

Urban Decay Blush in Fetish. 

I think it’s discontinued because I can’t find it on their website.

It’s a pretty purple mauve that’s amazing for Christmas! It gives me a very festive feel.

It is really pigmented. 2 dips of a brush into it and a hard tap is enough already.

I won’t recommend swirling your brush around, just because it’s pretty small and it’ll be too much.

Urban Decay Lip Stain in Envious. 

This too, is discontinued and it came in the set, same as the one together with the Anastasia brow pen.

I’m glad to have gotten the 2 shades available (Greedy as well.) before they were discontinued.

This is a pretty “my lips but better (MLBB)” shade with a pink tone to it.

I’ve been using this quite frequently and it stains (duh) so it’s easy for me because I don’t have to re-apply.

However the downside is the taste. Kinda bitter.

Urban Decay Lipstick in Jilted. 

Sadly, another discontinued one! This came in the same set and I love this lipstick.

It’s super creamy, smooth and pigmented. However I don’t use such a dark shade everyday so I’m figuring out when or how to make this wearable.

Perfect for those cool, grungy Instagram shots.

Speaking of Instagram, y’all should follow me @ WhimsicalMess!

Alright, that’s all I have for my current Christmas / Festive favorites. Hope you’ve enjoyed the post and here’s to me rushing to finish the rest of vlogmas.

Disclaimer : I have not been paid to recommend any of the products and I have not been sent them. All opinions are mine!

Christmas Wishlist | Blogmas Day 14.

It’s never too late to hope for someone to give you a specific present for Christmas!

Here are some of my ultimate wants.

(But do remember it’s a want, not need. We should help the less fortunate this season and any season.)

Beauty. 

The whole RiRi Hearts MAC Holiday collection.

Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette.

I adore the colors there, but I’m currently saving for my trip next year, maybe then, in the airport would I buy it.

Urban Decay, please hook me up with one if you can!

Nars tinted moisturizer.

I’ve always wanted one of these, just because I feel that foundation is too thick for me (currently) and all the tinted moisturizers I have don’t work.

Yves Saint Laurent Glossy Stain. 

Absolutely obsessed with this, however I can’t afford it because I’m jobless and with the allowance I have as a student, it’s pretty unrealistic.

Really hope to get it at the airport soon!

Dior Addict Lip Glow. 

This has to be something I’ve been yearning for, for the longest time.

Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat. 

Beautiful product, I wanted it ever since I heard Fleur talk about it. It seems so luxurious and precious!

FASHION. 

Glamor Kills – WIld Hearts Denim Vest.

Glamor Kills – Tay Bomber Jacket. 

I want everything on Glamor Kills. However shipping would be far too expensive and isn’t worth it. Maybe when I’m in The States I’ll buy it!

Vans – Textile Atwood. 

The prettiest color combination ever. Mint and black.

Marc by Marc Jacobs – Classic Q Isabelle.

I’ve been searching for a bag for a pretty long time. Something that can be used to hold all the useless items that I like to bring around.

It doesn’t matter if it’s big or small, I just want a cute bag that suits me because the current bag that I use everyday is the big Crumpler sling bag.

Alright, that’s all I have for today. Hope you’ve enjoyed the post and maybe gave you some ideas for what you might ask someone to get for you.

Disclaimer : The photos aren’t mine and no copyright intended! I have not been paid to recommend any of the products above and all opinions are mine!