Chemist Haul

Hey Ladies,
Getting back to the basics of make-up is very important, one thing I think you always need is a good skin care range. As I am building my kit I picked up some products (that really aren't that interesting) to tag along with me everywhere I go, just in-case I need to remove a make-up or fix a mistake. I really want to get Bioderma for my kit as it is the most gentle make up remover that you can get. But until then I am building up a small skin care section that caters to the needs of all skin types.

I know it's not much but I still thought it would be nice to share! Once I have a good enough collection I will share it with you all.

Garnier Cleansing Lotion

Cost: 2.88

 Garnier Vitamin Toner

Cost: 2.88

 Johnson Baby Wipes

Cost: 1.50

As you can see! 

Hope you enjoyed,
S

Melting Lipsticks

Hey Ladies,
A while ago I did a post on how to de pot/de bullet your lipsticks into a container (you can check that out here). This is a really handy trick if your a freelance makeup artist as it cuts down on the amount of product you have to carry and it gives you a better idea of what shades you have in your lipstick. Recently, I have noticed that if your lipstick container gets an accidental bang, the product can move and mark the lip of the container or potentially fall out if you open it up side down. So, I decided I would melt my lipsticks into the container instead.

I will warn you if you have many many lipsticks that you will be sitting with your hand over a candle for a long time! This process is time consuming but in my opinion completely worth it in the end.

So what do we need?

A candle

 Your lipstick, container, spoon and a spatula/butter knife

The lipstick that I will be melting is Cyber

Let's Begin!

 Begin by scooping out your lipstick from the container with your spatula or butter knife and place it on the spoon. 

 Next, hold the spoon over the flame of the candle. Don't have it too close as you don't want the lipstick to boil.  

 Soon you will be able to notice the lipstick beginning to melt.

 You need to wait until the lipstick is completely melted, this is the most tedious part as it takes quite a while for the last chunk of lipstick to break down. 

 Then simply, tilt your spoon to drop the melted lipstick into the container. If the lipstick is uneven in the container simply move it around till you get an even level of lipstick. 

 Using your spatula or butter knife, scrap down the spoon to get all of the lipstick into the container....you don't want to waste any!  

 And there you have it, you can now clean down your spoon with some kitchen towel or toilet paper and you can begin on your next lipstick. 

 I then cleaned around the edge of each square with a disinfectant to get the container ready for my kit. Another good idea would be to create labels for the bottom of the container so you can remember the names of each, especially handy if you want to re-buy the lipstick to refill. 

Please note: Melting the lipsticks over the flame will not damage them or change the consistency, unless you let the product boil on the spoon.

Would you melt your lipsticks?
Love,
S

MAC Haul

Hey Ladies,
Last week I made a trip into MAC in Brown Thomas to pick up some things that I wanted for my freelance kit. Recently, I have been putting together a list of products that I think I need to build a good start up kit for freelancing and I wanted to buy new products to get the ball in motion. I had vouchers for BT's so I thought I would pick up some things that have been on my list for the longest time!

 Firstly I picked up the Pro Long-wear Concealer in NC15. This is the lightest shade that MAC carries, it a great creamy concealer that covers not only blemishes but the deepest of dart circles! Can be used not only as a concealer but also as a foundation as it is much lighter than the other NC15 products from MAC!

Cost: 17.50 

 Next up is the iconic Fix+! I already have the MUFE Setting Spray but I wanted to give this one a go instead to try something different. I also think this gives a great feeling and smell to the skin. My sister always says "why don't I get the same feeling when you do my makeup, when someone in MAC does it? I want the MAC feeling!". Well I think it is all down to the prep and after care and this gives that feeling and helps makeup stay on all day....happy client, happy me. 

Cost: 16.50

 This is a limited edition blush that comes along with the great customer service story. You may have noticed from the first picture this isn't in it's box, why? Because I got it for free. Last Monday I had a job interview and I was a bundle of nerves so I stopped into MAC on the way, I wanted the ombre blushes, which is Vintage Grape and Azalea Blossom. Much to my dismay Azalea blossom was sold out so I decided to settle for Vintage Grape, but the sales assistant just couldn't find it. I was heartbroken. I think the lovely woman (Tara was her name) must have noticed and said "do you want this one?" which I replied "No that it is okay" and she just said "take it, it's free." This truly made my day! This blush does have some damage but I'm certainly not going to argue as I thought that was incredibly kind! 

Cost: Free

 Lastly, I picked up Matte Bronzing Powder. Ever since I went to beauty college I have wanted this as   I always thought it was THE BEST! I obviously was very closed minded about make-up back then, recently I have been trying anything and everything! But, none the less I still wanted it. I already have Harmony in my collection but I needed something that was much darker that would be visible on the girls who liked to wear tan or had naturally dark skin. So far, it has been wonderful and you can notice it much more clearly when you use it on a dark toned client! 

Cost: 23

 Well, there you have it! I know it was only a small haul but, little by little as they say. I have many more hauls for you coming up this week so keep them peepers peeled!
Love,
S