Tag Archives: Natural

Review: 21 Drops Pick Up Fix Set

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Allura

21 Drops is an aromatherapy brand that uses natural essential oils to create 21 different blends. This review is for the Pick Up Fix Set, which includes miniature versions of the following scents: Uplift, Calm, Sleep, and Will Power. Continue reading →

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Review: MAC 217 Blending Brush

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Allura

This review is for MAC’s 217 Blending Brush, which MAC says is suited for blending both powder and cream products. Keep reading for my thoughts about the quality of this brush. Continue reading →

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Review: Nourish Organic Deodorant in Lavender Mint

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Allura

Nourish is an organic body products brand that makes its product in five (5) scents. Nourish’s deodorants are formulated without parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, artificial fragrances or preservatives, silicones, propylene glycol, mineral oils, sulfates, synthetic dyes, triclosan, edta, or aluminum. They are certified USDA organic and are made in the US. This review is for the Organic Deodorant in the Lavender Mint scent. Continue reading →

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Review: Nourish Organic Deodorant in Fresh Fig

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Allura

Nourish is an organic body products brand that makes its product in five (5) scents. Nourish’s deodorants are formulated without parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, artificial fragrances or preservatives, silicones, propylene glycol, mineral oils, sulfates, synthetic dyes, triclosan, edta, or aluminum. They are certified USDA organic and are made in the US. This review is for the Organic Deodorant in the Fresh Fig scent. Continue reading →

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Swatches: NYX Xtreme Lip Creams

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Allura

NYX’s Xtreme Lip Creams are marketed as a cross between a lipstick, lip gloss, and lip stain.

The Xtreme Lip Creams come in 11 different shades. This post includes photos and swatches of all the shades except for Candy Land:

  • Natural
  • Nude Peach Fuzz
  • Buttery Nude
  • Skin Tone
  • Pinky Nude
  • Bonfire
  • Dolly Girl
  • Strawberry Jam
  • Spicy
  • Absolute Red
  • Candy Land

I will do review posts for each individual color shortly, which will include photos of the color applied to the lips. Stay tuned! Continue reading →

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Tutorial: Natural Summer Shimmer Look

Posted on June 10, 2012 by Allura

Here is a full-face Summer look I created for those who want to show off a natural glow. You can watch the video for step-by-step guidance and see close-up photos here. Continue reading →

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Natural Summer Shimmer Look

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Allura

Here is a Summer-inspired look I did over the Memorial Day weekend. When the weather is hot, a less-is-more approach is often the best. The more makeup you pile on, the more likely it will melt, smudge, or crease in the heat. Continue reading →

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Classic Date Night Look

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Allura

Just wanted to share a “date night” look I did this week. It’s fairly conservative, but still gives some oomph to the features. Not too shimmery, not too matte. Not too bold, not too plain. Not too colorful, not too flat. Continue reading →

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Link Love: Natural Shimmery Summer Glow

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Allura

In this video, one of my favorite YouTube makeup artists Lisa Eldridge creates a simple, natural look perfect for Summer.

Please check it out! Continue reading →

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Tips & Tricks: Natural-Looking Eyeliner

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Allura

Despite what the above picture suggests, the most natural-looking way to define your lash-line isn’t with an eye pencil or liquid/gel/cream liner. The best way to get an I-can’t-tell-you’re-wearing-liner look is to use eye shadow. Continue reading →

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