What Happens In Vegas...Makeup of the Week (MOTW)

Hello my Pretties!

No, I didn't go to Vegas, sadly.  But, I did rock L'Oreal's Colour Riche Eyeshadow #559 What Happens in Vegas! 

There is a common thread you will notice about all of my makeup looks from here on out - it's all subtle.  I guess I am conservative with makeup.  But, most of my looks can be worn to work or for a night out on the town...even Vegas!  

First, I have to forewarn you, my eyes have been super puffy from allergies all week.  They are so puffy that even my Prep H isn't helping!  I've tried every "de-puffer" you can think of and nothing helps (I have even tried camouflaging the bags with concealer - NOTHING WORKS), so please ignore the hideous puffy eyes. Oh, and my face looks a little red (don't know if it's from being hot because I worked out before this or allergies).  Eh, who cares?  I didn't even realize it until I posted these pictures. 

Here's how you can get the look.  Bonus - I used all Drug Store makeup!  So, it's a look that is pretty easy on the budget as well. 


Products used:

• Almay Smart Shade CC Cream
• L'Oreal Magic De-crease Eyelid Primer 
• Physicians Formula Magic Mosaic Custom Face Powder in Translucent/Beige
• L'Oreal Colour Riche Eyeshadow #559 What Happens in Vegas
• Covergirl Bombshell Curvaceous by Lashblast Mascara in Very Black
• Milani Easybrow Pencil in Dark Brown
• Revlon Smooth-On Blush in Tawny Peach
• Covergirl TruBlend Minerals #425
• e.l.f. Lucious Liquid Lipstick in Baby Lips

I always start with my Almay Smart Shade CC Cream.  I tend to only use CC cream in the summer because it's lighter.  I blend it on my face using a downward motion with a large foundation brush.  Next, I apply L'Oreal Magic De-crease Eyelid Primer using my ring finger (tip:  use your ring finger when applying any type of makeup to the eye area because the ring finger is found to have the lightest touch).  After I apply the CC cream and the eyelid primer, I set it with Physicians Formula Magic Mosaic Custom Face Powder in Translucent/Beige with a kabuki brush.  



I, then, move on to the piece de resistance...the eyes!

Eyes: 

1. Apply #1 all over the lid and inner corner with an eye shading brush using a patting or dabbing technique
2. Apply #3 to the crease with a medium dome brush using a brushing motion
3. Apply #4 to the outer V with an eye shading brush
4. Apply #2 to the brow bone using a medium angled shading brush
5. After applying all eye shadow, I take a large eye blending brush to blend any sharp edges 
6. Finally, I pencil my eyebrows with Milani Easybrown Pencil in Dark Brown.  Once I've penciled them, I use a spoolie brush to blend and brush my brows into place

After I complete the eyes, I apply Revlon Smooth-On Blush in Tawny Peach to the apples of my cheeks and brush upward across my cheekbone.  To finish the look, I use a large powderpuff to apply Covergirl TruBlend Minerals #425 to my entire face.  This gives you a little sparkle in the sun.  The last step is to apply e.l.f. Lucious Liquid Lipstick in Baby Lips.  

I hope you enjoy.  

XOXO

Introduction

Hey Everyone!  Welcome to Beauty by Brielle! 

First and foremost, let me introduce myself.  I'm Brielle and I'm from St. Louis, MO.  I'm a 36 year old stay-at-home wife who is addicted to all things beauty-related and a self-taught makeup artist (ok, I only apply makeup to myself, so I guess I'm not an "artist" per se, but ya know).   This blog will cover makeup tips, how-to's and reviews; hair care and styling tips and how-to's; nailcare and designs; fashion and finally health and fitness.  My husband, Brian, and I recently lost 60+ pounds each so I may post about our work outs and health food *yuck* (a necessary evil).  Brian and I are also huge Cardinals fans, so you might be subjected to one or two posts about the Cardinals around September and October (hopefully).  

Oh, and I can 't forget my furbabies!  Brian and I have two dogs, Koko and Louie.  

Louie

Koko

I spend a lot of time watching the YouTube Beauty Gurus.  However, I haven't mustered up the guts to create my own YouTube channel, although I think I'd be an awesome guru.  My husband constantly urges me to create a channel, but I just feel safer starting with a blog.  Odd thing is, I'm a very outgoing person who has no problem being on camera.  Who knows?

My favorite makeup brand is Urban Decay, so you will likely see a lot of UD reviews.  But, I will definitely review other brands for all of you (yes, I realize that my husband and my mom are the only people that will read this blog at first).  LOL  I will try to post at least 2 times a week.  

I guess that's enough about me.  Feel free to ask any questions!

XOXO