Makeup School!

Well, I finally did it. I took advantage of QC Makeup Academy's Black Friday deal and enrolled today!

I chose the Master Makeup Artistry program. I am so excited, I can't wait to get started!

I hope that doing something I love much more often will brighten my days more. Hopefully once I start up on the manicuring program after the holidays I will be able to really make all of this a career. They say if you are doing something you love, it usually pays off in more ways than one, right?

I sure hope so!

Beauty Tip Alert!

Last night I was browsing the web for the best eye makeup remover that won't irritate my apparently sensitive eye area.

Here's my story: Awhile ago I had a major problem with my eyelids becoming flaking and dry. I wasn't sure if it was the eye cream I was using at the time, or my primer, or whatever. They weren't itchy, just annoyingly flaky and dry. I had been faithfully using Sonia Kushuk's Remove Eye Makeup Remover because it was oil free, gentle and fragrance free as well. It just felt fresh on the skin. I probably used about 5 bottles of the stuff in all.

I then decided a few months ago that I was going to switch to Clinique for my skincare system, and after using these products for months on end I discovered that they were really doing nothing for my skin, but enough of that. That's off topic. I used up a tube of their Naturally Gentle Eye Makeup Remover and I did like this product because it was a lotion, not a liquid. HOWEVER...all the rubbing I was doing literally ripped off half of my eyelashes on my left eye. It looks like someone took scissors to them. So let's just say I did not want to repurchase it.

Fast forward to a couple weeks ago. I went and repurchased my old faithful Sonia Kushuk remover and began using it again and GUESS WHAT happened: Flaky, dry eyelids again! I had found the culprit of my eyelid problem. Hence my internet search last night.

And HERE IS WHAT I discovered....DUN DUN DUN DUN DUN:

OLIVE OIL!!!!

Yes, ladies & germs - this stuff really works! I used it last night and I shall never purchase eye makeup remover again. It's gentle, natural and has no fillers. Just wanted to share this lovely tip with you all!

Current Favorites: 10-25-2011

Rosie being Rosie!

Currently Watching....
The Rosie Show
Weekdays, OWN: 7 PM EST
I have always loved Rosie O'Donnell. Say what you
will about her, but she has always, always been true
to herself, something a lot of people need to take a
lesson from. I am happy to see her back, since she was
part of my pre-teen, teen years, and we both share a very
common love for Barbra Streisand!
Visit Rosie's website here: rosie.com

Kelly lookin' good!

Currently Listening To....

Stronger, Kelly Clarkson

Where to Purchase: amazon.com, iTunes

Kelly, Kelly, Kelly! I've loved her since she won American Idol

in 2002. I have all of her albums and while this one took a few

listens to grow on me, it definitely has. One thing I learned is to

listen to this album turned ALL the way up! The title is appropriate

because the album is very "anthem-ish".  Lots of songs for the 

single ladies here!

Favorite Tracks: You Love Me, The Sun Will Rise, What Doesn't Kill You (Stronger)

Kelly's website: kellyclarkson.com

MAC's Springsheen Blush

Currently Using....

Springsheen Blush, M-A-C Cosmetics

Where to Purchase: maccosmetics.com, select Macy's & Nordstrom locations

This blush is very close to NARS Orgasm blush, however it is a little cheaper and I just like the overall pigmentation that this gives. They give a lot of product and it will definitely last forever. If you use a little, it just gives a little "sheen" but then you can build it up to a very dramatic look. 

I want a coffee...NOW!

Currently Drinking....

International Delight Creamers

Almond Joy & Cinnabon flavors

Where to Purchase: Supermarkets

I just love these. I switch flavors all the time, but right now this is what I am drinking. I love that you don't have to add sugar to your coffee, and it's a lot cheaper than buying so many K-Cup flavors instead! This stuff literally puts a smile on my face in the morning, which is sometimes not an easy thing to do!

Screenshot - AWESOME game!

Currently Playing....

Fruit Ninja Puss 'N Boots for iPhone

Where to Purchase: iTunes

I have been obsessed with the original Fruit Ninja since day one,

so when I saw this I freaked out. New levels, new challenges,

new fun! This game makes the boring minutes of a day tick by

A LOT quicker!