December 2012 Ipsy ( Originally MyGlam )

Hey Ladies and Gents,


I am back I have been crazy busy with work and my angel and I both being sick. Her with the flu and me with a stomach virus. But I finally got my Ipsy Bag and lets just say... I love the contents though I hate the makeup bag! So in this bag we received 5 products. Mirabella face & eye primer, Urban Decay eye pencil, Mai Couture highlighter paper, NYX loose pearl shadow and last but not least the Be a bombshell lipgloss in Hot mess. This bag's items total $93!!! I got it for 10 bucks.. Scoreeeeee lol

Soooo Let's begin =]


Urban Decay's 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in the color Zero:

This eye pencil was soft enough to glide right on but the staying power of 24/7 are not true in what I experienced. I wore it on both of my eyes: One with primer and the other without and the one without smudged and gave me a bit of raccoon eyes, while the other eye faded a bit and that's paired with Urban Decay's Primer Potion. It was dark but it wasn't a true black.

Retail Value: $19






Mai Couture Highlighting Paper:

I am in love with this highlighting paper. You get 25 sheets and in the back of it it shows you where are the best spots to highlight on both face and body. I found this idea to be innovative cause I honestly hate loose powder highlighters cause unless you have a light hand you look like someones disco ball. This is build-able and great on the skin.

Retail Value: $28





Mirabella's Face and Eye Primer:

This light weight primer is for both eyes and face. I loved how it didn't feel like i had something on my face while putting something on my face if that makes sense lol ... I enjoyed the light weight feel of this primer and the staying power as well it lasted all day.

Retail Value: $29







NYX Loose Pearl Shadow:

This loose shadow had minimal fall out. I love how NYX has up their products. I was expecting a chalky mess but I found this to be easy and build-able as well. Affordable makeup with great color pay-off. Who said you had to buy high priced items to look chic?

Retail Value: $3






Be A Bombshell Lipgloss in Hot Mess:

I freaking LOVE this color. I love bold lips and this red was giving me life. I didn't like how sticky it was but other then that I love everything about it.


Retail Value: $14

Ipsy ( November Glam Bag )

Some pictures will be added soon sorry!!!

I am bacccckkkk!!! lol sorry for being gone for so long but, I just got my package today and let's just say I am intrigued by the products in here. Some of my go-to brands are in here.In this bag we had a blind item which was the fifth item, you either got the bareMinerals They're Real beyond mascara or the Chella Eyebrow Defining Gel. And of course with this bag you get offer codes to use to get percentages taken off from their individual sites ( perks for just 10 dollars a month!!! ) A $65.75 value for just $10 again I can't beat that. I prefer getting samples or the regular sized items before I go out and shell out 65 bucks on anything..   So let's dive straight into the products at hand shall we =]


Nailtini Nail polish: Millionaire, Meet Matt(e) Eyeshadow by theBalm: Matt Batali, bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss: DareDevil, Starlet Cosmetics Intense Eyeliner: Black, Chella Eyebrow Defining Gel




Nailtini Nail Polish in Millionaire:

This is my first time hearing of this brand and I am pleasantly surprised and glad that Ipsy is giving me a new outlook on makeup that I would either not look at or pick up because I don't know or hear much of people trusting it. I enjoy the cute twist on the bottle it is quoted to say " Wear Nailtini lacquers alone, layered or garnished to create countless combinations. Great straight or mixed- it's cocktails for nails." As a semi-sometimes-maybe bartender I enjoyed the innuendo and the play on words, it was cute, well delivered and very much so something to keep my attention. Now to the nail polish itself. Millionaire makes you feel exactly as it is written- LIKE A MILLIONAIRE. The gold glitters are bold yet subtle enough for my work environment. It wasn't hard to take off neither with nail polish remover. I didn't find it to come off as some other glitters have in the past. I found it to be very build-able if you wanted intensity. This is just my first impression lets see how long it lasts and if I will be singing a new tune in a few days lol

We got the actual sized bottle which retails for $13 on tinibeauty.com




bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss in DareDevil:

We got the sample size and I am glad they didn't waste their money on getting me a bigger one =/ I am not fond of sticky lipglosses. I just don't like the feel of honey on my lips cause that's what it feels like to me.. honey. I love the smell though, it reminds me of how Mac lipsticks smell YUM!!! It is long lasting as long as you don't eat much cause of the fact it is so sticky that it transfers to other items. I loved the packaging and the color is devine but it's just too sticky for me. It's supposed to be very good for your lips without the uses of parabens sulfates synthetic fragrances synthetic dyes petrochemicals phthalates GMOs and triclosan. It is great for your lips and it's supposed to hydrate and bring back life to other wise dull and dried out lips.. It has a good thought process behind it.. I just wont be purchasing the full size. 

bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss retails for $18




Meet Matt(e) Eyeshadow in Matt Batali:



I found this to be a bit chalky but seeing as the first ingredient is talc, what do you really expect lol. I enjoyed the pigmentation as well as ease of application from my finger to the back of my hand. I found that with a good primer the colors pop way more then expected which for me is great. I know their were some complaints of fall out and that it wasn't as pigmented as they were expecting. I use this color in my crease and really had no issue of creasing after long period of time neither. I found the rich dark matte brown really worked well with my smokey eyes when I want to get away from the traditional black. All in all I loved this eyeshadow and haven't found an issue as of yet lol but I have used their products before and I haven't been disappointed yet.

They don't sell the color individually so the palette is about 34.50 so let's say for 1/6th of the product the price would be 5.75 ( math class came in handy lol )



Starlet Cosmetics Intense Eyeliner in Black:

I loved how this just glided on!!! It was like BUTTA! I loved it I liked the richness to it's texture, the true color pay off of the black. I found it to be a very great eyeliner and I wear contacts and I didn't get a film across my lens atleast not yet. It's talc free which is why it doesn't smudge or fade like other liners have a tendency to. I found the formula to be nowhere near drying and the packaging again was too cute for words.. wait I'm typing words... lol you get the point. I just enjoyed how it glided on so smoothly and after sharpening it even with a semi sharp edge I didn't feel like I was poking myself, literally went on smooth like Butta!

We got the full size and it retails for $11.



Chella Eyebrow Defining Gel in Clear:


I can live without the smell. I do not always do my brows and I don't really care to but I played around with it today and it laid my brows down and lord knows it's about that time to go get them done. I can't really say much or anything else on it though or compare it to anything else... it wasn't phenomenal in my opinion.

They have multiple shades: Awesome Auburn, Beautiful Blonde, Dazzling Dark Brown, Luscious Brown Color

This item retails for $18.

Ipsy ( Originally MyGlam ) October Bag

So this is my first month of Ipsy formerly known as MyGlam and lets just say I am pleasantly pleased for 10 dollars a month =] .. In this bag were 5 items that are on the verge of being used up seeing as I only wanted to use these this month. All together this bag's consisted of $73.08 all for $10. Wonderful deal =]

Packaging: The packaging that it came in was cute. then the little striped makeup bag and the red zipper accent was classic and well made.

Content: Pequi Oil Treatment, The Body Builder Mascara by theBalm, Onyx Eyeliner by Be a Bombshell Cosmetics, 4 small eyeshadows from Coastal Scents, && Lip Bomb by Mirenesse

Let me first tell you about Ipsy and what it entails. Basically it is your typical monthly subscription for 5 random items that are supposed to be tailored to you. You take a short quiz about fashion and beauty and your skin type as well as complexion so that your colors match you. It is 10 dollars as I stated before and you get the ability to opt out in the beginning of the month if need me. Every month it changes and gives you a range of ability to try decent sized samples as well as try out new products without the commitment of purchasing from a company you know nothing of.



Pequi Oil Treatment:

This oil is said to restore shine and softness to your hair. I used it and it was just like any other oil I didn't really feel a major difference to go out and buy myself a whole new bottle. They gave us the 12 dollar bottle.

Retail Price 12.00- 50.00 

The Body Builder Mascara by theBalm:

This mascara was pretty decent. It was like any other mascara except that it clumped. I have pretty long lashes and they were all clumped up no matter how hard I tried to separate them. I found the formula to be a little too thick though I know it's supposed to give body. The wand was constructed like a wave like patter it didn't have the traditional shape all the way through, it's as if they just twisted it.

Retail Price: $19

Onyx Eyeliner by Be a Bombshell:

I am in love with this eyeliner. I found the eyeliner to be a true black. I liked the size of it for a cat eye. It is a felt tip liner and though I have a love/hate relationship with them I found this one not drying or dragged across the lid in like a tug of war matter.

Retail Price: $14

Coastal Scents: 

They gave us sample size of 4 shades. One matte true purple shade one shimmer true purple shade a white shade and a purply pink. I found it a tad bit hard to blend but I found the pigmentation to be decent. Coastal Scents has them for different prices for their pallets. 

Retail Price: Varies

Lip Bomb by Mirenese:

Full name is Lip Bomb Glossy Lacquer Stain. I never used to be a fan of lip stains because I have big lips and didn't know if I would want to walk around with this color on my lips for the rest of my life lol.. But I have to say the lasting power as well as the applicator brush and it's glossy yet minimal transfer had me stuck on stupid.. I would love to say I will repurchase but I don't know if I want to pay as much.. 

Retail Price: 28.08- 35.10

Urban Decay All Nighter [ Review ]

I am in love with this setting spray. I found the long lasting formula not to be drying nor did it allow my makeup to be sweated out. I am one of those girls who perspire a lot, so to have a setting spray that actually lasts was a wonderful change. I think due to the fact they paired up with Skindinavia was another plus. This product has a scent to it but it doesn't even last long. I have oily skin as well and the fact that this lasted as long as it did and didn't even have to retouch or blot off the oil made a difference to me. Allowed me the ease of knowing that my make up is on point. =] I got it on sale for 18 dollars. the XL bottle which normally retails for 34 dollars

Straight from the Urban Decay Website:

Your makeup will last 16 hours! Perfect for all skin types, this ultra-fine mist holds makeup for brides, dancers, and ladies who just like lookin' GOOD.

In an exclusive partnership with SKINDINÄVIA, we developed thisgroundbreaking, hypoallergenic setting spray that keeps your makeup on for 16 unbelievable hours. Legendary enough that it’s already inspired imitations, All Nighter boasts a patent pending Temperature Control Technology that makes this weightless mist so powerful and sets it far above the competition. Your makeup won’t melt when it's warm and humid or become dehydrated when it’s cold and windy. Yes, it actually lowers the temperature of your makeup to hold foundation, eyeshadow, blush and concealer in place. The sprayer, unlike others on the market, delivers a micro-fine mist that distributes product evenly over the skin.

 

To use: Simply apply your makeup as usual, then mist All Nighter on in an “X” and “T” formation (making sure to shake the bottle before each use). The mist really is so fine, you’ll hardly feel it!

Debt Free Mindset!

I have been going crazy because I fell off my journey of paying off my school loans and credit cards ( YIKES!!! ) Thankfully I am not missing payments or anything but unfortunately I found myself lost along the way. So I decided that I wanted to make goals and achieve them. Like seriously achieve them.. Not just say I will and don't. Currently I am not working and I am a full time student and mother who is on the verge of making something of myself. Something major as I am known for. I make things happen lol as everyone likes to point out. I have been pondering on many ways to fix things and I came up with the conclusion.... STOP THINKING ABOUT IT AND DO IT!!!!

I know, I know we say this all the time and many of us should really practice what we preach but c'mon now it's hard.. *buzzer* wrong. It's not hard, we as people have a tendency to make things more difficult then need be. So when do you start to fix things you may ask, umm how about now.. Now is the time to fix things, now is the time to fully sit here and take life and everything by force. If not now then when?

I came up with soooo many excuses for myself " I need these shoes. I want that purse. I need that 3rd humidifier.." The things I would buy and the people I wasted money on.. Money that I could have saved. Money that I could have invested in the person who was working hard to make it. Money that I no longer have because of my all too willingness to help others before I help myself.

I want to enjoy my life not stress about it and the only way to do that is to be smart about money. I came up with plans to clear my debt within 2.5 years... My credit cards that is.. My school Loans that's a different ball game.. But I will do it. I have taken the steps I needed to take today.


This journey will be a long one but enjoy the ride I take you on and see my decline in debt and my growth in knowledge..

Reality T.V

I am honestly sick and tired of people complaining about the way reality t.v has gotten. Get the freak over it! We know scenes are scripted. That's why we watch. We know they have nice things. that's why we watch. We know that they have DRAMA. That's why we watch. We know that they have drinking problems. That's why we watch. It is sooo annoying to see all these posts and videos about how they hate the wayy they got. Little advice: Stop watching it then! Seriously there are too many other shows to watch or better yet go find a hobby, go do something else with your hour or 30 minutes. Spend time with your child or something, go to the gym you been avoiding since you got your membership... Something! Like I swear people need to understand the more you watch to talk about how much you hate the show the more views they get, the more views they get the more episodes come on, the more episodes that come on the more money they get and I don't care what no one says if you were getting the type of money they are getting you not getting off any got damn show.. Period!

Lmao I love how people love to just bash a show every week and every week they say it's scripted but still watch it. Don't complain about something you keep doing.

I love the messes on these reality t.v. shows it's not my life and I don't have to deal with the drama, the problems, or the fighting and I love me a little bit of ratchetness every now and again. Need me a weekly dosage of it.


Like I said enjoy the journey I am about to take you on =]

Confidence

I have been thinking about this word a lot lately. I have no idea exactly why i just know that I believe in this word and I portray in my day to day life this word. Thing is I was never as confident as I have been now. But before we get to me lets see the definition of the word.

con·fi·dence

   [kon-fi-duhns]  Show IPA

noun

1.

full trust; belief in the powers, trustworthiness, or reliabilityof a person or thing: We have every confidence in their abilityto succeed.

2.

belief in oneself and one's powers or abilities; self-confidence; self-reliance; assurance: His lack of confidencedefeated him.

3.

certitude; assurance: He described the situation with suchconfidence that the audience believed him completely.

4.

a confidential communication: to exchange confidences.

5.

(especially in European politics) the wish to retain anincumbent government in office, as shown by a vote in aparticular issue: a vote of confidence.

There are many meanings for this word but the one many like to think of first would have to be 1 & 2. "So if we all know what it is and we all know the meaning why don't we have it?" A majority of time we don't have confidence because things have made us second guess ourselves in the past. Or we may have even believed in ourselves at a point but were put down by someone we thought so highly of that we no longer have that vote of confidence. To top it off we live in a society of many contradictions and standards and falsely-hood of how we should be. We encourage people to embrace themselves to our standards then rush to stifle it and that stops their growth into being confident. How can you be confident if you have been stifled in a sense of what it entails? 

But back to my confidence, how I found it again, where I think it went ( lol ) and what it is I did to be more of it. Now I have always been a person who is strong willed and people confused that with confidence, I was just hard-headed. I was always trying to prove people wrong instead of proving to myself that I am more then just what anyone else thinks of me. Regardless if I get one view on this blog or 40 I don't quite care cause I put my best foot forward and did something I would never do and that is speak. I speak a lot and have a lot to say but I would never speak on my feelings or speak on things that impact me. I would get consumed with other people's lives that i wouldn't have a true life of my own and then it hit me like a ton of bricks after talking to countless friends, strangers, associates of what they should do that I need to do it myself. Being a mother helped me with that. I stopped being worried about the Jones' and started being worried about Vastia. I needed to think of me and who I am as an individual. I am proud to say that I am a proud mom, a proud student, a proud employee, a proud friend, a proud daughter, a proud person because of the confidence I found within myself. I underestimated the powers of myself something I tell everyone not to do and I started to just become confident in things I do and just jump into things I like without fear of what others think or how people will perceive things or even how my friends will view things. Love yourself, trust yourself, think things through. 

I am confident because of I LOVE WHO I AM!

Thank you for reading and just enjoy this journey that I am going to take you on cause it shall be interesting lol..