Drug Store(s)/ Knock -offs IV (NYX eyeshadows / MAC Cosmetics)

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Hello, Everyone! I know that I have been away for while. Just alot going on (we all know how life can, right?~lol)  I have yet another dupe list for you. I hope this helps those of you are on a budget....or if you are just curious about trying NYX.  The is list for NYX single eye shadows that are comparable matches to MAC eye shadows. Here are their links so you see the colors swatches for yourself MAC Cosmetics: http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/shaded/154/363/Eye-Shadow/index.tmpl & NYX Cosmetics: http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/index.php?pf=ES.  (F.Y..I~ if you have a Ulta Store in your area they also now carry NYX, too...........Yes, you do the happy dance now!) Until next time... Happy shopping!
***I'm aware that some of the dupes maybe repeats listings.Please skip over them if so.****
MAC Coppering = NYX Copper
MAC Cranberry = NYX Rust
MAC Amber Lights = NYX Golden
MAC Carbon = NYX Black
MAC Juxt or Golden Olive = NYX Springleaf
MAC Girl Meets Boy = NYX Antique Gold
MAC Swish = NYX Spring Flower
MAC Parrot = NYX Ocean
MAC All That Glitters = NYX Champagne
MAC Naked lunch = NYX Sahara
MAC Vellum = NYX Opal
MAC Rose Blanc = NYX High light
NYX iced mocha= MAC satin taupe
NYX Alaska = MAC Moth Brown 
MAC Moodring...green shade= NYX Seafoam green
MAC Beautiful Iris: NYX Frosted Lilac
MAC Electric Eel: NYX Irises
MAC Hepcat: NYX Violet
MAC Humid: NYX Mermaid Green
MAC Nocturnelle: NYX Beauty Queen
MAC Parfait Amour: NYX Purple
MAC Passionate: NYX Cherry or Red Head
MAC Star n' Rockets: NYX Luxor
MAC Viz A Violet (pigment): NYX Ultra Pearl Mania Purple  
MAC Gesso = NYX White
NYX White = MAC Gesso
NYX Frosted Flakes = MAC Shroom
NYX Nude= MAC Bisque
NYX Burgandy Pearl= MAC Star Violet
NYX Pacific= MAC Moon's Reflection
NYX Morocco= MAC Deep Truth + Contrast
NYX Deep Purple = MAC Satelitte Dreams  
MAC Coppering = NYX Copper
MAC Cranberry = NYX Rust
MAC Amber Lights = NYX Golden
MAC Carbon = NYX Black
MAC Juxt or Golden Olive = NYX Springleaf
MAC Girl Meets Boy = NYX Antique Gold
MAC Swish = NYX Spring Flower
MAC Parrot = NYX Ocean
MAC All That Glitters = NYX Champagne
MAC Naked lunch = NYX Sahara
MAC Vellum = NYX Opal
MAC Rose Blanc = NYX High light
MAC heatherette trio 1 (Moodring...green shade): NYX Seafoam green
MAC Beautiful Iris: NYX Frosted Lilac
MAC Electric Eel: NYX Irises
MAC Hepcat: NYX Violet
MAC Humid: NYX Mermaid Green
MAC Nocturnelle: NYX Beauty Queen
MAC Parfait Amour: NYX Purple
MAC Passionate: NYX Cherry or Red Head
MAC Star n' Rockets: NYX Luxor
MAC Viz A Violet (pigment): NYX Ultra Pearl Mania Purple
MAC Deep Truth or Blue Storm: NYX Atlantic
MAC Mythology: NYX Jazzy Bronze
MAC Expensive Pink: NYX Wildflower
MAC Swimming: NYX Kiwi
MAC Kelly Green pigment: NYX Kiwi
MAC Cocoa: NYX Beanie
MAC Rose: NYX Hot Pink
MAC Rose Pigment: NYX Flamingo
MAC Beauty Marked: NYX Lake Moss Trio -Purple shade
MAC Contrast: NYX Lake Moss Trio -Blue shade
MAC Lucky Green: NYX Lime Green
MAC Bright Fushia pigment: NYX Cherry
MAC Easter: NYX Yellow
MAC Beige-ing shadestick: Yogurt NYX Jumbo eye pencil
MAC Steamy: NYX Jungle Fever
MAC Twinks: NYX Walnut Bronze
MAC Mothbrown: NYX Root Beer
MAC Golden Olive pigment: NYX Ultra Pearl Mania in Lime
MAC Satin Taupe: NYX Iced Mocha
MAC electra: NYX silver
MAC Aquadisiac: NYX Jade
MAC Satellite Dreams: NYX purple
MAC freshwater: NYX Atlantic
MAC Down Brown: NYX Dark Brown
NYX Cinnamon Blush = MAC Peaches
MAC Moodring: NYX Seafoam green
MAC Beautiful Iris: NYX Frosted Lilac
MAC Coco: NYX Beanie
MAC Contrast: NYX Lake Moss Trio- Blue shade
MAC Hepcat: NYX Violet
MAC Mythology: NYX Jazzy Bronze
MAC Naked Lunch: NYX Sahara
MAC Parrot = NYX Ocean
MAC Parfait Amour: NYX Purple
MAC Rose: NYX Hot Pink
MAC Star n' Rockets: NYX Luxor
MAC Passionate: NYX Cherry or Red Head
MAC Coppering = NYX Copper
MAC Amber Lights = NYX Golden
MAC Steamy: NYX Jungle Fever
MAC Juxt, or Golden Olive = NYX Springleaf
MAC Lucky Green: NYX Lime Green
MAC Twinks: NYX Walnut Bronze
MAC Girl Meets Boy = NYX Antique Gold
MAC Swish = NYX Spring Flower
MAC All That Glitters = NYX Champagne
MAC Rose Blanc = NYX High light
MAC Easter: NYX Yellow
MAC Fab and Flashy: NYX Sunset or Hot Orange
MAC Gesso=NYX White
MAC Posion Pen=NYX Space
MAC Bisque= NYX Nude
MAC Moon's Reflection=NYX Pacific
MAC Satellite Dreams=NYX Deep Purple
MAC electra: NYX silver
MAC Aquadisiac: NYX Jade
MAC freshwater: NYX Atlantic
MAC Down Brown: NYX Dark Brow
MAC Viz A Violet (pigment): NYX Ultra Pearl Mania Purple
MAC Bright Fushia pigment: NYX Cherry
MAC Golden Olive pigment: NYX Ultra Pearl Mania in Lime
MAC Beige-ing shadestick: Yogurt NYX Jumbo eye pencil 
MAC Margin = NYX Terra Cotta
NYX Narcissus l/s= MAC Melrose Mood l/s
NYX Mermaid green e/s=  MAC humid e/s
MAC Nile = NYX Navy
MAC Solar White = NYX Barely There
MAC Eyeypopping = NYX Lime Juice
MAC Orange = NYX Golden Orange (shimmer)
MAC Clear Blue Sky = NYX Azur
MAC Magenta l/l = NYX purple rain l/l
NYX Charcoal = MAC Knight Divine
NYX Dallas = MAC Yogurt
NYX Ray = MAC Goldmine
MAC Satin Taupe= NYX Root Beer
MAC Paradisco= NYX Tropical
MAC Passionate= NYX Cherry
MAC Naked Lunch= NYX Sahara
MAC Cork= NYX Dark Brown
MAC Brulee= NYX Nude
MAC All that Glitters= NYX Champagne
NYX Spring leaf = MAC Aquavert
MAC lust lipglass = NYX megashine lipgloss in natural
NYX Lime Juice+NYX Kiwi= MAC "Rated R"
NYX Fahrenheit= MAC Rose Pigment
NYX Dolly Pink= MAC Sunset B
MAC Ladyblush - NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Natural
MAC Posey - NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Glow

NYX Natural or Smokey Look - MAC Lust l/g

NYX La-La - MAC Pink Poodle l/g

NYX Sky Pink - MAC Angel l/s

NYX Louisiana - MAC Chatterbox or Saint Germain l/s

NYX Circe - MAC Creme d'Nude or Myth l/s

NYX Echo - MAC Fleshpot l/s

NYX Orange Soda - MAC Peachstock or Myth l/s

NYX Twig - MAC Twig l/s (Go figure!)

NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Natural - MAC Ladyblush Blushcreme

NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Glow - MAC Posey Blushcreme 

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Random Info: 50 Best Skin-Care Tips of All Time

Mist Moisturizer, Not Water

If you mist, then moisturize too—it's two steps, says N.Y.C. dermatologist Francesca Fusco. When you just spritz, the water evaporates on the skin, creating dryness. Can't do both steps? Look for a mister with an emollient like glycerin.

Sponge On SPF

If you don't like the gooey feel of facial sunscreen, apply it with a sponge, which helps it penetrate.

Condition with Jasmine

Jasmine extract is a soothing oil rich with antioxidants. Many clients of N.Y.C. dermatologist David Colbert treat their faces with Rodin Olio Lussowhich contains jasmine to condition the skin and give it a healthy look.

Exfoliate Longer

When you want deep exfoliation, do it longer, not harder, as you cleanse your skin. "Don't think scrub when you're using one," since too much force is harmful, says Kenneth Milstead of Bliss Hollywood spa. 

Check the Label

The fewer ingredients in an anti-redness product, the better. The simplest soother? Julia March, founder of N.Y.C.'s Julia March Integral Skin Care, suggests health-food-store staple aloe vera juice mixed with a few drops of jojoba oil, which "offers a lipid barrier to prevent moisture loss." 

Lay Off the Liquor

More than one drink a day can cause increased oil production and enlarged pores, says Beverly Hills dermatologist Susan Evans. Lack of sleep can have the same effect, so be sure to get your z's—aim for at least seven hours a night. 

Double-Cleanse Your Face

Wear a lot of makeup? Wash your face in two steps for the best results, says Milstead. First, remove makeup and sunscreen with a gentle cleanser that's designed to break down cosmetics—try Shu Uemura's Skin Purifier ($72; at shuuemura-usa.com). Next, use a formula with soothing, rejuvenating effects, like CeraVe's hydrating cleanser ($11; at drugstore.com). Rub it in with upward motions from neck to forehead.

Mix in Sunscreen

If your favorite day cream doesn't contain sunscreen, mix it with a lightweight SPF lotion like Dermalogica Solar Defense Booster SPF 30 ($43; at dermalogica.com). Look for micronized zinc, Avobenzone, or Helioplex, says N.Y.C. dermatologist Rosemarie Ingleton. They offer broad-spectrum protection without leaving a purple or whitish cast. 

Wear SPF Clothing

To give a favorite shirt or casual sundress extra sun protection, N.Y.C. dermatologist Jody Levine suggests laundering with Sunguard Laundry Aid ($2; sunguardsunprotection.com) for a Universal Protection Factor of 30, compared to a UPF 5 for a plain T-shirt. Like SPF in sunscreen, UPF measures the sun protection in clothing. Or wear a rash guard like Nicole Kidman. The ones from Athleta have a UPF of 50. 

Pop Pomegranate Pills

Boost your sunscreen by popping a pomegranate-extract supplement (up to 60 mg; at health-food stores). It can enhance skin's sun-protective properties by 25 percent, says L.A. dermatologist Howard Murad. 

Cool Down Your Products

If you have acne-prone skin, use an oil-free spray sunscreen like Clarins Oil-Free spray SPF 15 ($30; at clarinsusa.com). Since it goes on as a fine mist, you'll avoid spreading pore-clogging bacteria from your hands. Prone to ruddiness? Store products in a cooler when outside in the sun: Cold ingredients will constrict blood vessels and make your face look less flushed, says Dr. Evans. 

Try DIY Dermatology

Remember this home remedy the next time you get a big pimple: Do several cycles of hot compresses, then apply a glob of 1 percent hydrocortisone cream, like Aveeno hydrocortisone anti-itch cream ($6; at drugstore.com, and let it sit for two hours. "It's very similar to getting a shot of hydrocortisone to deflate the bump," says Dr. Fusco.

Skip Extreme Heat

Intense heat can exacerbate redness, says spa owner Julia March. To limit the appearance of broken capillaries, skip saunas, steam rooms, and spicy foods. 

Lay It On Thin, then Thick

For optimum results—and maximum penetration—apply products in the right order, says Doris Day, a dermatologist in N.Y.C. First use the lightest product (usually a serum), followed by heavier formulas. For instance, in the morning apply an antioxidant serum, then a moisturizer, and cap it off with sunscreen. 

Embrace the Humidity

Moisture in the air helps skin look dewy, so keep hydrated year-round with a humidifier, says Dr. Colbert. Air-o-Swiss's office-friendly Cool Mist Travel Ultrasonic ($50; airoswiss.net) attaches to a half-liter water bottle. 

Tote Towelettes

No time for a post-gym shower? Pack a stash of wipes, says N.Y.C. dermatologist Heidi Waldorf. Almay's Oil-Free makeup-remover towelettes ($6; at drugstores) cleanse away the dirt that triggers breakouts. 

Pass Time with a Pastime

Stress sets off hormones that cause acne, so make time to wind down. Find a hobby, says David Bank, a N.Y.C. dermatologist. (Amanda Seyfried knits.) Less stress increases oxygen flow, minimizing flare-ups.

Treat (Don't Lick) Your Lips

If you assume a crusty cut at the corner of your mouth is chapped lips, don't. It could be perlèche, a fungal infection. Dab on an antibiotic ointment like Neosporin ($8; at Walgreens) every few hours to kill the bacteria, says Dr. Fusco. 

Prep for Sleep

When it comes to maintenance, proximity and convenience are key: Keep a little case with lip balm, cuticle oil, and hand and foot cream in your bedside table, and make a ritual of applying each one before going to sleep.

Treat Sore Feet

Prevent blisters with a silicone-based lubricant, says Ji Baek, founder of Rescue Beauty Lounge in N.Y.C. For strappy shoes like Leighton Meester's, swipe on Band Aid's Friction Stick (8; at drugstore.com) if you feel chafing. 

 With airbrush tans, "have the technician spray your face once, but the rest of your body four times," says Julia Marrero of Forever Tan in Miami. Add facial bronzer like Elizabeth Arden Pure Finish Mineral Bronzing Powder ($35; Elizabetharden.com) for a more realistic glow. 

Try a Facial Scrub

Wrinkle creams with retinol or glycolic acid can leave skin scaly. Dr. Day recommends reaching for a facial scrubber once a week to remove dead skin cells: "I like the Clarisonic brush ($149; at ulta.com) because it only removes the cells that are ready to go. It doesn't strip the top level, which is important for maintaining moisture and sun protection." 

Plump Your Lips

Try the Clarisonic on your lips for a few seconds—they'll look plump (like Kim Kardashian's!) for several hours, says Dr. Fusco. 

Banish Your Bumps

For those who get keratosis pilaris, or little bumps along the upper arms, L.A. dermatologist Ava Shamban suggests using an exfoliating cleanser, like NIA 24's (Physical Cleansing Scrub, $35; at nia24.com) with the Clarisonic, followed by a lotion containing glycolic or lactic acid like AmLactin ($16; Walgreens). 

Choose "Fragrance Free" Over "Unscented"

Formulas that claim to be unscented can still contain aromatic essential oils, which may upset sensitive skin, says spa owner March. If perfumes tend to irritate your skin, check for labels that say "fragrance free." First Aid Beauty Gentle body wash ($14; at firstaidbeauty.com) is mild and still ultra-moisturizing. 

Disguise Your Tattoo

What to do if your strapless bridesmaid dress shows off your body art—and you don't have the attitude to flaunt it like Angelina Jolie? Hide a tattoo with a highly pigmented oil-free foundation like Cover FX Total Coverage cream ($42; sephora.com). After drying the area and hands, use a synthetic brush and short strokes to pat on the foundation. Set the area with a translucent powder, then ensure that it lasts all night (through dancing and photo-ops) with a makeup fixative spray—a favorite of professional clowns like Kryolan Dermacolor Fixier spray ($20; at naimies.com). 

Baby Your Face

When washing skin, avoid abrasive puffs and just use your fingertips. If your routine includes a washcloth, get the gentler, low-loop terry ones made for newborns, says Wendy Allred, education manager at N.Y.C.'s Bliss spa. 

Soothe with Fruit

A cool remedy for too much sun: L.A. spa owner Ole Henriksen suggests a calming bath of warm water, half a gallon of milk, and 15 drops of lavender oil. Watermelon is also an anti-inflammatory; Dr. Shamban likes to purée the fruit and slather it on tingly skin. 

Add a Hint of Glint

If your sunscreen leaves you looking ghostly, try this trick: Mix a drop or two of liquid bronzer, such as Clinique Up-lighting Liquid Illuminator ($23; clinique.com), into a teaspoon of your SPF. 

Stub Out the Cig

Smoking has been shown to make acne worse since it diminishes the delivery of oxygen to the skin and robs it of nutrients, thereby inhibiting scars from healing, Dr. Bank says. Not enough reason to quit? Smoke depletes moisture, making skin lose its luster and look wrinkly. 

Clean (the House) Gently

Housecleaning takes its toll on sensitive skin, since the chemicals in sprays and wipes can trigger irritation, says Julia March. Don't throw in the towel (or call a cleaning lady), just concoct this all-purpose cleaner: Mix ½ cup vinegar and ¼ cup baking soda into 2 quarts water. For laundry, try dye-free detergents. 

Hide Imperfections

Any nick, scrape, and bug bite can turn into a dark brown spot for women of color. "Hyper-pigmentation is our biggest issue, hands down," Dr. Ingleton says. She suggests hiding marks by custom-blending concealer: Mix liquid bronzer like Guerlain Terracotta Huile du Voyageur Dry Oil SPF 8 ($59; at saks.com) with your body cream. We like Vaseline Sheer Infusion ($6; at drugstore.com) The bonus: "You get a nice glow on your skin." 

Sidestep Sweets

A low-glycemic diet—lots of vegetables, whole grains, and few processed sugars—can eliminate acne, according to a new Australian study. Refined carbohydrates, sugary treats, and processed foods spike insulin, which triggers a surge of other hormones that can cause blemishes. Low-glycemic foods, meanwhile, help the body regulate insulin, says Valori Treloar, an integrative dermatologist in Newton, Mass., and the author of The Clear Skin Diet. 

Clue in to Cukes

Maximize cucumber’s calming effect by shredding it—that way it will cover more of your puffy eyes than two little slices. Skin-care expert Ole Henriksen recommends a treatment that’s loved by clients like Jessica Alba: Wrap grated cuke, sushi-style, in cheese cloth. Sit down, tilt your head back, and place the roll across your eyes. 

Slather Sour Cream

Twice a week apply a tablespoon of full-fat sour cream to sensitive skin for 20 minutes, Julia March says. It will nourish touchy complexions that react badly to store-bought masks. According to Dr. Shamban, the lactic acid gently smooths skin and improves texture. 

Don't Yo-Yo Diet

When body weight goes up and down, it loosens elasticity and makes skin sag, says Dr. Levine. So she suggests finding a happy medium (even if it's heavier) on the scale: "You lose the weight first in the face, but a fuller face may just look younger." 

Nix the Rx

Until recently, some dermatologists pooh-poohed over-the-counter wrinkle treatments. Not anymore. According to a study in the British Journal of Dermatology, Olay's new Professional Pro-X ($42; at drugstore.com)regimen improved the appearance of facial lines just as well as the leading prescription product. 

Choose Good Oils

To give dry skin healthy, natural oil, Dr. Shamban recommends a weekly 15-minute mask of mashed avocado. Or once a week massage a tablespoon of olive oil into your face in lieu of your usual night cream—but skip it if you're acne-prone. 

Launder your Body

If you have chronic eczema, research from Northwestern University shows that a very diluted bleach bath (about ½ cup for a full tub, which is weaker than the chemicals in a swimming pool) kills the surface bacteria that cause inflammation. 

Anti-Age with Ice

For homemade skin care, all you need is an ice cube tray, Ole Henriksen says. Pour in some apple juice and freeze. The malic acid in the frozen juice is an anti-aging alpha-hydroxy acid. "Pass the ice cube gently over the skin," he says. "It feels like a mini-facelift!" 

Wax (Then Tweeze) Your Underarms

If you want to switch from shaving to waxing your underarms, fall is the time to start. Sleeveless season is over, making the interim growth stage easier to handle, says Ji Baek. Then, the more you wax, the less hair grows back. "Wax every month and by summer, you can just pluck out strays," she says. Our tool of choice: Tweezerman for Benefit slant tweezer ($25; at benefitcosmetics.com). 

Sleep on your Back

Yes, it's relaxing to snooze on your tummy, but to avoid wrinkles, flip over. "I can tell which side of their face my patients sleep on," says Dr. Day. A Vanity pillow ($145; vanitypillow.com) cradles your head, preventing tossing and turning. 

Eat Your Water

"When you eat hydrating fruits and vegetables like grapefruit or cucumber, the water penetrates and plumps up cells better than drinking water," Dr. Murad says. Aim for three daily servings of fruit and five of veggies. 

Boost Your Brows

Sometimes, optical illusions work like the best anti-agers. Lush, thick brows—like Penélope Cruz's—give a more youthful appearance. Fill in sparse growth with a lash enhancer like Latisse (by prescription) once a day, says Dr. Fusco. 

Soak with Tea

If you suffer from foot odor, soak your feet in a bowl of very dark black tea, like Lipton. Let the tea really steep, says Dr. Hochman: The tannins change the pH of your skin and combat odor. 

Heal Your Heels

After a season of flip-flops, get rid of calluses by applying wart remover like Compound W Fast-Acting gel ($7; at CVS) overnight, says Dr. Fusco. "Just pumice away the dead skin in the morning." 

Master your Retinoids

Vitamin A derivatives are key to anti-aging regimens, yet many women avoid them because they're irritating. Dr. Day recommends building up tolerance by using a pea-size drop every other day. Or for a milder version, try Atralin ($192; by prescription). "It's a gel base and gentler than thicker creams," says San Francisco dermatologist Seth Matarasso. Whichever retinol you opt for, counter redness with an antioxidant-rich moisturizer like Revaléskin night cream with coffeeberry ($72; skinstore.com). 

Take Lotion Further

Once a week, slather your hands and feet with a thick lotion and cover in plastic wrap for about a half-hour—then strip it away to check out the soft results. For severely dry, chapped hands, Dr. Levine likes dense, rich Triple Cream ($19; drugstore.com), a formula derived from diaper- rash ointment, with oat-kernel extract and petrolatum. 

Prevent Ingrowns

Salicylic acid is an effective ingredient for treating the bother-some bikini-line issue, but some women find it too harsh. As an alternative, Ji Baek suggests a facial toner like 3Lab's Perfect Beautifying toner ($55; 3lab.com) with lavender extract to soothe bumps and minimize redness. 

Deal with Dark Circles

File this under "Sad but true": As we age we become more susceptible to dark circles. Melanin builds up under eyes, making skin appear saggy. The best treatment, say dermatologists, is an injectable filler like Restylane or Juvéderm (starting at $750–$1,000 per syringe). It pulls the skin taut, getting rid of the crêpey effect that emphasizes the discoloration.  (Info Courtesy: instyle.com)

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Review: The Brush Guard

Hi, Everyone! Today I have a review for you. Sometime ago I order the Brush Guard(s) from Coastal Scents. (OMG I LUV that site.). I had seen these things being used by Michelle Phan on youtube in one her of videos. (I can't remember which one so....I am not even going to act like I do.) I was on coastal scents site and I noticed that they carried them. I order the variety pack. (which is good because it has the guards for you eye, blush, face and etc brushes). From the first time I used them I was instanly in love with them. I use them when I am cleaning my brushes to dry them  right side down in a cup. Below is picture so you can fully understand what I am talking about. They really help with keeping your brushes in shape and help the brushes dry correctly.  Here is coastal scents website link to order them. The brush guard .

They offer different pack for brushes but all cost $4.95 per pack.  Until next time.............Enjoy!
Xoxo,
Y.

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Drug Store(s)/ Knock -offs III (NYX eyeshadows / MAC Cosmetics)

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Hello, Everyone! I have yet another dupe list for you. I hope this helps those of you are on a budget.... The is list for NYX single eye shadows that are comparable matches to MAC eye shadows. Here are their links so you see the colors swatches for yourself MAC Cosmetics: http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/shaded/154/363/Eye-Shadow/index.tmpl & NYX Cosmetics: http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/index.php?pf=ES. Until next time... Happy shopping!

NYX Copper = MAC Coppering
NYX Rust = MAC Cranberry
NYX Golden = MAC Amber Lights
NYX Spring Flower = MAC Swish
NYX Black = MAC Carbon
NYX Champagne = MAC All That Glitters
NYX Sahara = MAC Naked Lunch
NYX Hight Light = MAC Rose Blanc
NYX White = MAC Gesso
NYX Alaska = MAC Moth Brown
NYX Violet = MAC Hepcat
NYX Mermaid Green = MAC Humid
NYX Frosted Lilac = MAC Beautiful Iris
NYX Purple = MAC Parfait Amour
NYX Frosted Flakes = MAC Shroom
NYX Irises = MAC Electric Eel
NYX Atlantic = MAC Freshwater
NYX Dark Brown = MAC Down Brown

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Shoes to die for: Alejandro Ingelmo Ankle Boots

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Make-up Brushes Shopping list

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Hey! I hope that you well. As you all know I love make-up brushes. I am always saying that you don't have spend a ton of money on brushes. Recently, a good friend of mine was in the process of wanting to purchase some new brushes. Well she went to the make-up counter of one the brands she likes. When she started to notice the prices of the brushes she almost ran out of the store. She called me and asked where could she some brushes that would not brake the bank while giving her great application. I told her to go to Michael's ( yes, the craft store). Below you will find a list of brushes that I gave her that I used before to purchase my bushes. I hope you enjoy. Until next time...
xoxo
Y                               
129= Loew-Cornell: 1″ Round 277: Powder Blush Brush

134= Coastal Scents Large Paddle Face brush or Loew Cornell 1″ Maxine’s Mop : Powder Brush

136= Loew Cornell Maxine's Mop 1 inch brush Powder Brush

150= Loew Cornell XXL Brown brushes (goat hair) Large Powder Brush

187= Sonia Kashuk Highlighting Brush or Coastal Scents Duo Fiber Stippling Brush

190= Loew Cornell 1 inch Filbert brush: Foundation Brush

194= Loew Cornell #8 Filbert brush : Concealer Brush

208 = Loew-Cornell: 1/8″ Angled : Angled Brow

217 = Loew-Cornell: 1/4′ MM. Mini Mop : Blending Brush

224= Coastal Scents Sable Blending Brush or Loew-Cornell: 272 Dome (M): Blending Brush

226= Coastal Scents Tapered Blending Brush, Sonia Kashuk Blending Brush

228= Loew Cornell Maxine's Mop 1/4 brush : Mini Shader Brush

239= Loew Cornell Maxine's Mop 3/8 brush : Shading Brush

242= Loew Cornell Filbert 7500 C : Shader Brush

252= Loew-Cornell: 270 Maxinne Mop : Large Shader Brush

266= Loew-Cornell: 1/4″ Angled : Small Angle Brush

269= Loew-Cornell: 3/8″ Angled : Medium Angle Brush

Here are some more that I was not able to compare that will still be great to add to your brush collection and in case you cannot find them in the store. Here are websites to check also:

Simply Simmons (available @ Michaels) :
- 1" Flat wash
- #12 Filbert
- 1/4 Filbert angle shader




sites to order from:

http://www.hofcraft.com/loew-cornell-maxines-mop-brushes.html


http://www.hofcraft.com/loew-cornell-round-mop-brushes.html

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Random Tips # 3

Hi, Everyone! I am here with more tips for you guys. Hopefully, you will find them useful like the other ones..Enjoy!

~ Ran out of lotion or conditioner?  Cut open the containers of the product(s) to expose the remaining product that is still in there. I always do this before throwing the bottles. There often a good bit of product to still use.  ***be careful when doing so, in order to make sure that you don't injure yourself***

~Cleaning tarnished jewelry: Products needed: baking soda, aluminum foil, and a large glass dish. How to use it: Line the dish with foil and place your jewelry on top- just don't overcrowd too much. Sprinkle with baking soda, cover with boiling water, and let it all soak for 10 minutes. (The tarnish gets transferred to the foil. And everything will come out looking shiny).

~ Pillow case containers make great containers to use when you travel or even for handbag. They are really durable plus since they are clear you can see what is inside.

~ Almost out of lip gloss.. Place the gloss in a cup of hot water and in about 15 minutes the last of the lip gloss that is in the sides if tube will reached by the applicator.

Until next time...Xoxo!

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How To Fix A Broken Eye Shadow

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Hello, everyone! Did you know, you can easily fix broken shadows? Let me tell you how.....

Just by putting a few drops of rubbing alcohol into each one and mix to make a muddy texture, re-mold into shape, then let dry. A fixed shadow and the color and texture remain intact. I cannot tell you how many shadows, blushes, and face powders I've saved by using this quick trick! Until next time enjoy....

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Cosmetic Website

Okay, I have found another site that offers really good deals on make-up. They carry a lot of discounted products. Which is wonderful... The prices are nice also. But enough with all the writing here is the site link for you. Until next time, enjoy......Xoxo!

https://www.buymebeauty.com/index.asp

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Wholesale Make-up site

Hey, Ladies! Here is a whole sale make-up site that I came across. They carry a lot of MAJOR cosmetics names. They have good prices for the products they carry. Happy Shopping!


http://www.allcosmeticswholesale.com/index.html

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