Nail of the Day-Buttercup

Revlon Colorstay Nail Polish in "Buttercup"

This is one of my all time favorite nail polishes! The Revlon Colorstay polishes are all great quality and very opaque; even a light color such as this. For me full opacity of this creamy pale yellow polish was achieved in two coats. I have gradually seen the price for this line rise over the last year or so and now retails at approx $7.99, but I would say the quality is an OPI equivalent. I haven't seen any bright/neon colors from the Colorstay collection but hopefully as the line grows so will the color selection! Overall I love this polish and you really can't go wrong with such a versatile and crisp color.

July Favorites

Yay! First favorites post! 

Check out my video for more opinions/info on the products.

MUST WATCH: July Favorites

Physicians Formula Super BB Beauty Balm Powder

For the first time ever I love a powder! Most of the time I just use powders on extremely hot days to set foundation and even then I use it very sparingly on ultra moisturized skin. The self proclaimed "Powder Balm" was confusing at first, but after application I knew that the product preformed as just that. The longer the powder stayed on my skin, the more the finish turned to a dewy, fresh, matte look. I will definitely be using this more than any other powder I've tried. I feel I must say something about the BB label however...It seems that every cosmetic company is slapping "BB" on the front of their products and it has definitely run its corse. Despite this, the packaging is adorable and comes with a mirror and small brush for on-the-go application.

MAC Mineralized Charged Water

After I found that Sephora was out of Urban Decay's De Slick I wandered to the closest MAC counter and found this charged mineral water that is similar to MAC's Fix+. After much deliberation I decided to give it a try and test its makeup setting/prolonging capabilities. Although I would not recommend this spray for this purpose, I ended up loving it for other reasons! It is SO nice for after makeup application to really finalize the look and give your skin a dewy look. I love how refreshing the mist is and it feels nice in the summer heat.

Maybelline's Mega Plush Volum' Express Mascara

This mascara is by FAR my favorite out of all high-end and drugstore mascaras I've ever tried. This mascara gives major volume as opposed to length which is something I look for in a mascara and have found this is what suits me best. The waterproof quality is amazing and stays put (rare for me), while still easily removed at the days end. The flexible brush inside allows for a natural looking application but is still very buildable for night time looks. You can't go wrong with this product and is reasonable price tag.

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupt Shine 8-Pink in Confidence

Where can I even begin with this product? The color is amazing- a dusty rose that is flattering on most skin tones is great for and everyday pink. The application is the best i've ever experienced with a lipstick. Creamy, smooth, soft are just few of the many ways to describe this YSL lipstick experience. A hefty price tag that really pushes the limits for me made this buy hard but trust me when I say that you will not regret this splurge. After the almost glossy application the lipstick sets and become a creamy shine that is irresistible. Not to mention the packaging is pure luxury and it definitely lives up to the YSL stigma.

Dior Lipgloss-Princess

Can we all just take a moment to admire this packaging? Adorable, clean, crisp. Lured me right in and with a name like "Princess" it became all the more enticing. After swatching this on my hand in Sephora I knew I had to have it. The prefect texture comes in this little tube. Not sticky, slimy or slippery. Kissable lips are mine for the taking with this high end Dior product. Cannot wait to expand my collection!

Thats it! Thanks for checking out my July favorites and watching my video!

Face Kit by Rebecca Moses Review

While I was making my normal rounds at Nordstrom this makeup palette by MAC immediately caught my eye. The artwork on the packaging was definitely worth admiring and as I opened the palette I knew that MAC absolutely hit this one out of the park. The face kit features two lip colors, four eyeshadows, and one blush. 

Check out my Get Ready With Me MAC Rebecca Moses Face Kit Edition on YouTube!

Blush: 

The blush is a matte powder in a peachy coral. Application was smooth, long lasting, and it was surprisingly easy to build color. (I am SUCH a blush addict.) In love with this color! 

Eyeshadows:

Orb is the top left shadow and is a soft white/nude. The pigment was average and it's a great basic lid color to prep for more pigmented shadows and works well for blending. All That Glitters (My FAVORITE MAC eyeshadow & voted Allure's best 2012!!) is the top right shadow and is a gorgeous bronzy gold with just the right amount of shimmer to wake up any look. It easily doubles as a lid color & a highlight for the inner eye and the brow bone. This is nice if you are traveling and only want to pack this single palette! Smoked Sepia is the bottom left shadow that reminds me of the approaching fall. It features a smoky burnt brown with a hint of burgundy and beige undertones. I used this shadow in my crease to create depth. Show-Stopper is the bottom right color and is a cocoa brown that is great for deepening the outer lid color & blending into the crease. 

Lipstick:

Ravishing is my favorite of the two lipsticks included in this kit and is a warm rose-coral color! The finish was average and overall a great look. Myth is closer to a peachy nude that I also enjoyed but wasn't blown away with how it looked on my olive skin tone. Both of these lipsticks were easily applied with the smaller end of the makeup brush that was included in this kit.

Overall I really enjoyed using this Face Kit and loved the quirky packaging that almost has a velvety texture to it. I'm looking forward to finding new ways to combine the colors with other shadows in my collection and it was definitely a great buy! It was also very nice to see MAC put out something that is more easy to wear for everyday looks. Score one for MAC. 

First Blog Post!

First blog post...no pressure right? Right. (;

After buying product after product that seemed to not do the trick for me, I became an avid beauty blog reader. I found that a little research pre-shopping trip did wonders and soon I was picking up many more beauty product hits than misses. The world of fashion and beauty is constantly evolving and moving and with our busy lives its extremely difficult to keep up - this is where I come in. Trends turn into classics and classics are reinvented. As i became accustomed to the evolution and patterns of the cosmetic industry,  a spark created a flame which progressed to a burning obsession. 

After significant trial and error I have formed my own opinions and views on different products and cannot wait to not only join but become a beneficial, informative and unique part the beauty blogging community. Within this blog I will include product reviews, pictures, fashion posts, and whatever else gives me that inspiration and passion that we all crave in life. My aim is to find new ways to represent  products while sharing embers that fuel the fire of my passionate lifestyle.

How we look on the outside is often an expression of how we feel on the inside. A subtle, well composed and inspired application of good quality cosmetic and beauty products can portray a story in every glance, every look, every expression and every smile. They say a picture can paint a thousand words, I believe that an individuals look in certain settings and situations can tell the story of their lifetime.

A Little About Me: 

I will soon be marrying the man of my dreams in Colorado and soon after we will be staying in England while he attends school at The University of Cambridge for his masters degree. Big changes are on the horizon but I cannot wait to start this next chapter of my life because change breeds possibily and possibilty enables us to reach new horizons and to reimagine our individual potential. I have played soccer all my life and am looking forward to traveling a lot with him and letting the rest of my story unfold.

I hope you enjoy my blog & follow me on this new and exciting journey.

xo, 

Daly