Favorite Fall Drugstore Lipsticks- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 6, 2014

Here are my top favorite fall DRUGSTORE LIPSTICKS. All of the mentioned below are under $10 and available at your local drugstores. Look fabulous w/o the hole in the wallet :D 

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From Left to Right: 

Maybelline Color Sensational Matte in Divine Wine (695)- Goes on particularly smooth and not drying at all compared to most matte lipsticks. Wear time is pretty decent especially if you don't eat or drink much throughout the day. I have wore this lipstick for 5 hours straight w/o any touch ups.

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Black Cherry (477)- Truly a timeless classic. This lipstick is amazeballs. It goes pretty much with any skin tone and has a nice sheen to it. I do recommend blotting afterwards and apply in layers. This lipstick is super pigmented! Wear time is okay around 2-4 hours w/o touch ups.

NYX Matte Lipstick in Alabama (07)- A classic "bad girl" red. I feel a girl version of the Ramones whenever I wear this. It has a nice rusty copper undertone to it. This lipstick can be drying so put on a nice lip balm before applying. This lipstick has a great wear time. I have wore this particular color out for 6 hours and it still looked pretty decent. I did have to do a little touch up throughout the day.

Wet n Wild Lipstick in Urban Nights (34481) LIMITED EDITION!!!- First of all can we please take a moment and look at this color and wonder how is it only $1.99!!! I love all the Wet n Wild matte lipsticks. The pigmentation of these lipsticks are INSANE! They are very drying so moisturize moisturize and o did I mention moisturize. They do tend to feather out a bit throughout the day so wearing a lip liner underneath is recommended. (This is a limited edition color from their new Halloween collection so snatch it up before its gone!) 

From Left ti Right:

Divine Wine: Dark rich red wine (matte) 

Black Cherry: Dark purple cherry (Satin)

Alabama: Rusty red (matte)

Urban Nights: Cranberry (matte)

Stay tuned for my favorite High-End fall Lipsticks!!! 

NEW!!! NYC Eyeshadow Palette- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 5,2014

NYC Individual Eyes in 001 Hate the Light

PACKAGING: 

-Comes in a plastic black case with a clear top. 

-4 Eyeshadows

-1 Highlighter (White)

-1 Eyeshadow Base (Yellow)

-Can be purchased at drugstores nationwide 

-Retails $4.99

FORMULATION:

I wasn't a fan of NYC eyeshadows UNTIL they reformulated them and introduced these Individual Eyes palettes. They come in a variety of colors that are designed for specific eye colors. This particular one is a new limited edition release for their Halloween collection out it stores now.

There are 4 shadows in each palette that are labeled so you know where to apply them on the eye, however you can always mix and do your own thing. All the colors in the palettes including this one are arranged from dark to light.

This palette is great for either a settle or dark smokey eye (great for Halloween!!!)

All the shadows are decently pigmented and very easy to work with.

In every palette there is a highlighter and an eyeshadow base. They are the same in every palette. The highlighter is a pretty milky white with shimmer. You can either use it on the face or eyes (on top of cheekbones and the nose for the face and brow bone and inner corner for eyes.) The base is a yellow beige color and doesn't really do much. 

On top: Highlighter
On Bottom: Eyeshadow Base

Eyeshadow swatches

Legend of Korra Book 4 Thoughts- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 4, 2014

WARNING CONTAINS SPOILERS!!!

So yesterday was the premiere of the LAST SEASON of The Legend of Korra. I for one am devastated. This was such a short season especially when compared to Avatar: The Last Airbender. 

Book Four: Balance is set 3 years later after the events of Zaheer and his group. Mako is now a bodyguard to the new Earth king (great nephew of the the last queen who was murdered in the last season). Asami is finally back in control of her father's company and is currently working with Republic city's president to establish transportation lines. Bolin is working with Kuvira on trying to balance the Earth kingdom. He definitely matures a lot in the premiere. Kai and Opal along with the other new airbenders are going around the world trying to restore peace due to the aftermath of last season. As for the Avatar herself we got a glimpse towards the end but still unsure where she is exactly.

I thought the premiere was decent not great. When I watched the trailer I thought it would start out with a bang. I think that Nick is pushing the series so fast that the storyline isn't really developing right. This is one of NIck's shortest shows. I am going to leave it here and hope that the rest of the season gets better.

You can watch Korra on Nick.com, Nick app and Amazon Instant Video.

What I am currently watching #FallTv- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 3, 2014

Another reason I love fall is that all my favorite TV shows are back and then some. This particular year I have A LOT of shows I been trying to keep up with. Here are just a few of the shows that I am currently obsessed with. Maybe you guys will end up picking up some of the shows and become a TV junkie just like me :D Also tweet me your favorite shows this season with #houseoftherisingsunTV 

1.) GILMORE GIRLS!!!

Explores the life and relationship of a mother and a daughter living in the small fictional town of Stars Hollow.

Can you guys tell by my exclamation marks how excited I am about this show. This is an oldie but a goodie. I pretty much grew up watching this along with my soap operas. There is something in this show for everybody and yes there is A TON of cheesy drama but hey what would life be without a little bit? All the seasons of Gilmore Girls are not available to stream on Netflix.

2.) Black-ish 

An African American family living in the suburbs dealing with the racial aspects of everyday life.

This is a new show just released this season and it was become one of my favorites. Anthony Anderson is hilarious and witty and just all around a good time. Looking for a good comedy check is out on ABC Wednesdays at 9:30/8:30c.

3.) Legend of Korra: Balance (Season 4)

The last season of the epic continuance of the Last Airbender.

Premiering tonight the last season on nick.com and the nick app. I am so incredibly sad that this show has come to an end. It is definitely one of the shortest and fastest shows Nick has ever produced.The only annoying part of the show that I don't like is that it is no longer showing on TV.  I just hope they will make another avatar show later in the future. Withdraw isn't going to be pretty...

4.) How to Get Away With Murder

The title explains it all. I am not going to say anything about this show. Just go watch it and be amazed... Seriously go NOW!!!

Other shows worth checking out: Sleepy Hollow Season 2, Parenthood Season 6, New Girl Season 4, Selfie, Law and Order: SVU Season 16 (yes there is another season but hey this is a classic), and Scandal

Quick & Healthy Fall Breakfast Ideas- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 2, 2014

1.) Avocado Toast

Toast your favorite bread and spread half of an avocado on it. Sprinkle with salt & pepper if desired. Top it off with either thin slices of smoked salmon or a sunny side up egg. 

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2.) Chia Pudding

You can buy this at grocery store but this is an extremely easy do it yourself recipe. Great for people of all ages. KID APPROVED!!! Mix a tablespoon of chia seeds with one cup of your favorite flavor yogurt. Store overnight in the fridge and VIOLA! The chia seeds have a gelatinous texture and suspends when mixed with liquids and yogurts.Top it off with your favorite fruits and nuts.

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3.) Banana "Pancakes"

This isn't your typical pancakes. These are completely gluten free and yet so yummy AND take less than 5 minutes to make. Smash one banana and add 2 eggs. Mix well and heat up a pan and spray some cooking spray. Ladle a large spoonful into the fan and cook until golden brown. Top it off with some fruit and maple syrup ENJOY!!!

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Quick Beauty Updates from Summer to Fall- BLOGTOBER OCT 1, 2014

It is finally that time of year... FALL is finally here :) Here are 5 quick beauty updates to help you transition from summer to fall.

1.) Dark Lips- This one is pretty much a no brainer. Dark Lips is a classic fall trend that is timeless and is here to stay. It is also a very affordable trend for those who are watching their budget. So switch out those bright pinks and fuchsias for darker hues like purples, cranberries and such.

Suggestions:

High End: MAC Lipsticks in Rebel, Diva, and Faultlessly 

Drugstore: Maybelline's Color Sensational Matte Lipstick in Divine Wine, Revlon's Black Cherry, and Wet n Wild's Urban Nights (All of these are under $10!!!)

2.) Berry/plum Blushes: This particular blush combo color is great with all skin tones and gives that just stepped into the cold look. 

Suggestions:

High End: Clinique Plum Pop and Nar's Amore

Drugstore: Miliani's Rose D'Oro and Revlon's Cream Blush in Berry Flirtatous 

3.) BB Creams to Liquid Foundations: With the weather getting cold outside it is time to bust out those liquid foundations. And have no worries just because we are busting out the liquid foundations doesn't mean they have to be heavy and icky feeling. The foundations below give you guys nice coverage but leaves a nice fresh feeling at the same time! 

Suggestions:

High End: Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua Foundation

Drugstore: CoverGirl Ready, Set, Gorgeous Foundation 

4.) Bold Brows: Bold brows are great for all seasons especially fall. There is something about fall that lets the boldness come out. So bring those bush man eyebrows out this season!

Suggestions:

High End: Anastasia Brow Wiz

Drugstore: Miliani Eyebrow Kit 

5.) Thick Moisturizers: With the changing seasons, it is so important to keep your skincare consistent. It doesn't matter if you have dry or oily or combination it is crucial to keep your skin moisturized, the dry cold weather can really suck the moisture right out of your skin.

Suggestions:

High End: Murad Hydrodynamic Moisturizer

Drugstore: L'Oreal Biotherm 

WELCOME TO BLOGTOBER!!!

HEY HEY HEY!!! 

I HOPE EVERYONE IS READY AND EXCITING FOR THE UPCOMING FALL SEASON, I KNOW I AM!!! FALL IS DEFINITELY MY FAVORITE SEASON OF ALL TIME. I LOVE WATCHING THE TREES CHANGE COLOR, THE COOL WEATHER AND OF COURSE IT IS THE BEGINNING OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON!

TO CELEBRATE THE UPCOMING FALL SEASON I WILL BE PARTICIPATING IN BLOGTOBER!!! FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO AREN'T FAMILIAR WITH THIS TERM IT DERIVES FROM YOUTUBE'S VLOGTOBER AND ETC... I WILL BE POSTING EVERYDAY YES EVERYDAY IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER! GET READY FOR NEW PRODUCT REVIEWS, HOLIDAY RECIPES AND MORE!!!

HAPPY HAPPY FALL EVERYONE :DDDDD