Tuesday, August 11, 2015
EBATES! I feel better about my online shopping addiction
On my quest to reach VIB rouge level at Sephora, I have discovered Ebates. I had heard of Ebates previously, but always thought it was too good to be true. I'm happy to report that Ebates is not a scam and it has helped me to save money all the while fueling my online shopping addiction. Basically what Ebates does is provide you a certain percentage of your purchase back in a quarterly payment to your PayPal account. All you have to do is first go to Ebates.com and then choose the store which you are planning to shop at. This will direct you to the appropriate site and open up a shopping trip. For example, if I want to shop online at Sephora, I will first head over to ebates and it will tell me the current percentage of cash back. Let's just say it was 4% (the percentage can vary), if I spent $100 I would get back $4.00 in my Ebates acccount that would be paid this out to my PayPal account at the predetermined date. If you are ever unsure about when the payment date is just check out the next big fat payment date on the left hand side of your account info on Ebates.
If you are interested in signing up for Ebates check out this link and sign yourself up! Ebates will also allow you to earn $25 for each person you successfully refer. Pretty neat!
Ebates Referral Link
Monday, August 10, 2015
My experience with eyelash extensions.... so far
So first let me give you some background and let you know that I love the way that a nice pair of falsies looks, however, I am horrific at getting lashes placed properly. I always end up with one good lash one crooked lash and glue all over my eye shadow. When I first was made aware of lash extensions I was super interested, but then I saw the hefty price tag that came along with it.
I was overjoyed when a FB friend hooked it up with an appointment as a "lash model" (sounds fancy) where I would be able to get a free set of lash extensions in exchange for allowing a lash technician to essentially practice on me. I was extra down with this arrangement because I was always afraid to pay the $$$ to get the lash extensions only to realize I hated them.
My appointment took about an hour and half and it was actually pretty relaxing. You lay down on a table and have these little white pads placed under your eye and keep your eyes closed for the duration of the appointment. It didn't hurt or anything at all. I was so relaxed I fell asleep during the application. LOL. Whoops! Once she was done I was immediately hooked. My lashes are pretty flirty and long looking, but I don't resemble Snuffalufagus (THANK GOODNESS) and they aren't at all uncomfortable or heavy.
The aftercare instructions are the only thing that have me a bit nervous at this point. I was given strict instructions to not get them wet for the first 24 hours or the glue would reactivate and they could move or fall off. The paper said do not cry and after that point I was terrified I would cry and ruin the beautiful lashes I was gifted with.
Here is a snippet of the aftercare instructions I received
First 24hrs
I was overjoyed when a FB friend hooked it up with an appointment as a "lash model" (sounds fancy) where I would be able to get a free set of lash extensions in exchange for allowing a lash technician to essentially practice on me. I was extra down with this arrangement because I was always afraid to pay the $$$ to get the lash extensions only to realize I hated them.
My appointment took about an hour and half and it was actually pretty relaxing. You lay down on a table and have these little white pads placed under your eye and keep your eyes closed for the duration of the appointment. It didn't hurt or anything at all. I was so relaxed I fell asleep during the application. LOL. Whoops! Once she was done I was immediately hooked. My lashes are pretty flirty and long looking, but I don't resemble Snuffalufagus (THANK GOODNESS) and they aren't at all uncomfortable or heavy.
The aftercare instructions are the only thing that have me a bit nervous at this point. I was given strict instructions to not get them wet for the first 24 hours or the glue would reactivate and they could move or fall off. The paper said do not cry and after that point I was terrified I would cry and ruin the beautiful lashes I was gifted with.
Here is a snippet of the aftercare instructions I received
First 24hrs
- Avoid showering, steam rooms, massages and facials for as long as possible after lash application. Don't "scrunch" eyes tightly. Do not wet the lashes and absolutely no crying.
- No curling your lashes, no mascara and no smooshing your face on your pillow, no eye masks, and no picking/plucking your lashes
Monday, August 3, 2015
MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Foundation
When I first started using makeup everything HAD to be MAC, but as time went on a lot of the products didn't really call to me as I ventured into the world of other brands. However, I was very intrigued when I heard MAC had a waterproof foundation and I felt compelled to try it. I went to my local MAC counter at Macy's and picked up the foundation in NC35. The foundation retails for $32 for .85 fl oz which is not really too expensive, but not really a great value either. Meh!
The foundation claims are as follows:
I have been using this foundation for the past few weeks and am really enjoying it. The texture is a bit thicker than I was anticipating, but it is by no means heavy feeling or cakey looking. The foundation does a great job at providing coverage, but all the while still looking natural. In regards to the long-term hydration, I didn't really notice any dramatic hydration to my normal to dry skin. However, the foundation did not cling to any dry spots on my face which is a huge plus for me. I feel like the wear time was pretty good, but I can't say that it lasted the entire 24 hours as I didn't wear it for that long. I usually wear my makeup for about 8ish hours a day and it was still in good condition at the end of the day. I have not yet tested the claims about being able to use it as a concealer as I don't really have high hopes for that claim. I have dark circles that can't easily be tamed!
Overall, I was pleasantly surprised with this foundation and it is my obsession of the moment. The real test will be on vacation! If this foundation will stand the heat and swimming I will be doing.. my life will be complete!
The foundation claims are as follows:
- Water-Resistant
- Transfer resistant
- 24 hour wear
- provides instant and long-term hydration
- oil-free
- stays true to color
- can be used as a foundation or concealer
- for all skin types
I have been using this foundation for the past few weeks and am really enjoying it. The texture is a bit thicker than I was anticipating, but it is by no means heavy feeling or cakey looking. The foundation does a great job at providing coverage, but all the while still looking natural. In regards to the long-term hydration, I didn't really notice any dramatic hydration to my normal to dry skin. However, the foundation did not cling to any dry spots on my face which is a huge plus for me. I feel like the wear time was pretty good, but I can't say that it lasted the entire 24 hours as I didn't wear it for that long. I usually wear my makeup for about 8ish hours a day and it was still in good condition at the end of the day. I have not yet tested the claims about being able to use it as a concealer as I don't really have high hopes for that claim. I have dark circles that can't easily be tamed!
Overall, I was pleasantly surprised with this foundation and it is my obsession of the moment. The real test will be on vacation! If this foundation will stand the heat and swimming I will be doing.. my life will be complete!
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