A drop in the Ocean

One of my all time favorite songs of 20111 has been " A drop in the ocean", by Ron Pope. Incase you have not heard the song and would like to, here is a link:

The title of the song was the perfect title for Essie's "Aruba blue" nail polish. I have an overwhelming love for painting my nails. It is so relaxing. Needless to say, this color is an absolute fall/winter must have.

 I can feel the tingle of the ocean tides just staring at my nails. Hope you enjoy the imagery, and let me know what you think of this color!

A decade ahead

Dear readers,


                        It feels as if ages have passed since I placed my fingers on this very keyboard. My blog- the only outlet of my own self expression that I ever really felt connected to. Life has its switches. Sometimes it throws you a good hand, and the next moment it leaves you utterly destroyed. My life has been at a consistent low for the last several months. It seems like my endeavors always fail me. The more I spend in interaction, the more I understand how relationships are really built on money. 
   I didn't ask to be 25, going onto 26. I physically age, yet my mind still relishes in the simply joys of youth. Paying bills and maintaining some kind of roof over my head has been so unstable- that all these demons have managed to shun me from the light.
  Sorry if I seem depressing. Sometimes sharing your own truth is the most valuable piece of information you could give to someone. I think with this is mind- I will begin resuming back to the old me. Depression is just not for me. 




Yours,
            Michelle ( Shelly)

The Flash Palette- by Makeup Forever..it's delicious :)

This palette is by far the most sensational divine creation in makeup history. I knew I had to own it once I saw the well acclaimed youtube star "Michelle Phan" use it in one of her tutorials while traveling overseas. Even though this weightless item cost slightly over $100usd with tax, it was well worth the money. The colors are so vibrant and intense. The cream glides on like butter. The palette offers a friendly range of both of eye, cheek, and lip color. I would say the cream like consistency makes a wonderful base, if you decide to add an eyeshadow over it; however, it can also be used over a primer and worn on its very own. Just look at that silver and gold!, don't you just want to swim in it?!

A peak into my makeup palettes- starting with MUFE (makeup for ever)

  Yet again, I have been absent- venturing into the deep caves of my blanket. I miss blogging, and most importantly I miss you. In all fairness, I have not gone shopping in over a month ( which is tough on a girl). 
  I figured I would focus on the things I already have. I have come to considerably appreciate the makeup I have acquired, more so than the inner rush of buying more. So, I have a number of palettes ( some pre-set, and some of which I picked out my own colors). I may just take you on a palette journey. 

In the meantime, let's dive into these two!

 Most of the colors are similar- and that is because they were all generally purchased at Sephora- where the color range is very limited. In addition, I have a major tendency to stick to similar colors- so much that I have managed to buy 6 identical shades (that lay in my drawer for a rainy day).

Each MUFE eyeshadow retails at $19usd in Sephora, but I recommend purchasing directly from the source:http://www.makeupforever.com/ , where you can get them in pan form for $13.00. If you happen to own M.A.C eyeshadow, they retail for $11.00 in pan form..but are half the size of a MUFE eyeshadow. In all if you are a eyeshadow buff, these are astonishing! feel like silk and remarkable color pay off!

See you soon :)

An other day, an other drugstore haul!

Seriously, I despise the term "drugstore makeup"..it makes me feel as though I have just purchased bandages and powedered kool-aid- and applied it all over my face.


Drugstore makeup rocks!-however, I have noticed that the prices are slowly but surely meeting the likes of brands such as MAC. Anyway, if I am paying $10 for a Revlon lipstick- please do not refer to it as a drug store lippie. Mac lispticks retail at $14.50, and are not nearly as moisturizing to the lips. that is not to say that I have abstained from MAC ( just an observation).


Enough of my blabbing and on to the haul!





How typical of me : I went for the "Physician's formula"-blue eyes sets..since i have blue eyes, and figured I would really put these to the test..to determine if my eyes get any more "blue"



I blame youtube!!

I blame youtube again!!





MMMM-Rimmel "Fancy"

The fountain of youth

  We all see the constant infomercials, you tube videos, and new marketing schemes on "Anti- aging". Never has anti-aging been such a valuable and prized beauty factor in society as it is today. As an advocate of wrinkle, and spot prevention- I am taking preventive measures against the clock. These are my most prized skin care items, and regime. I make my best effort to do this on a daily basis.


( most of the skin care items I use are geared toward clean skin, and not only for anti aging)

Nightly routine: 

Step 1: remove all makeup, dirt, and excess oil from the skin. I prefer using a cleansing pad ( with anti-acne properties) to remove everything ( Although I do not suffer from acne, I still get pimples on occasion)






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Step 2: I use a soothing cleansing cloth after the acne treatment to smooth and relax my skin from over dryness and irritation. I prefer Neutrogena or Mac wipes ( both are costly- but cloths are not necessary, you could just use a facial cleanser and wash with warm water)- i'm just lazy.





Step 3: Lancome "Genifique" anti-aging serum. This particular product has been really advocated. I was really intrigued after reading so many positive reviews on this serum..that after months of restraining myself, I finally opted to buy it! I bought the smallest size, which is 1 fl oz, and retailed close to $60usd with tax. So far my skin looks more radiant- it's hard to determine how well it works considering I do not have wrinkles yet; but I will say that my skin looks fresh and glowing :)


FYI: This product is best used when applied once at night and once in the morning.






 *has a light weight, clear consistency"


Step 4: "The shower"- my favorite duo!


( the money saving part)

I love this "Clean&Clear" exfoliating cleanser. I apply the cleanser directly to the center of the brush. 

FYI: this brush is no worse than the ever so hyped "Clarisonic" , and is only $5 usd from Sephora!


just rotate the brush in a circular motion all over your face, rinse, and than repeat the process once more! your skin will love you!






$5 of pure bliss!
 

What are your favorite cleansers? routine?

-Shelly

The weight loss Journey, and the road ahead

I am officially on day-"two" of my "weight loss"..incase, you are wondering why? it's because i'm rather fluffy, and being portrayed as a big wide Easter bunny at the age of 25 is no sun shine on my parade. Yes day two- out of a 30 day challenge!

what I will likely not be doing: any cardio (other than working)..because I utterly despise moving my body,. I would rather negate the calories in my food.

what I will be doing: Eating in moderation, eating things that have a low fat/ calorie  combo. Also will be cutting out all major soda' (yum), along with candy ( double yum).

I will be posting periodically my "attempting" progress..maybe even an entire body view, if I can muster up the courage.

so Mc. Fatty presently: 



My ideal body: very unlikely to look like this within a month 
(more like a year)


ANYWAY- I WAS SICK ( AS USUAL)..SO, MANY MORE BLOG POSTS TO COME!

CAN YOU FEEL THE SPIRIT OF SUMMER approaching?