KellyGurLBLog

Skintervention

2011-07-12T11:56:00.000-07:00

$5, 5 Products, and 5 Years Younger

Mix and Apply to Face to Exfoliate dry skin and evens skin tone:

1/4 cup pure Honey - anti microbial

1 cup Oatmeal - anti inflammatory and skin soother

1-2 tbs Milk - contains lactic acid to brighten skin

Anti Aging Clarifying Mask:

1 egg - break and froth to activate omegas and protein

1/4 cup Honey

Brush around eye, let dry, and peel off like a mask!

Red and Itchy Skin:

1 cup oatmeal

1-1 1/2 cup mayo

In a hot and steamy shower, massage the mask on the body for 5 minutes.

Oatmeal softens skin and texture

Mayo smoothes lines and wrinkles

Brighten skin tone (for sunburns as well!)

1 gallon of Milk in a bathtub

Sit for 30 mins, and skin will go back to normal

OR before a manicure/pedicure, soak cuticles for 15 mins.

Love!

2011-07-08T12:48:00.001-07:00

I went to Sephora yesterday and I picked up my new Naked Eye palette by Too Faced. I've been eyeing the Urban Decay Naked palette, but they're not the "naked" colors that I want. Besides, I have most of the colors in other palettes. I appreciate how the lid colors are a lot larger, and for $35 it was reasonable.

The CHANEL LES 4 OMBRES DE CHANEL QUADRA EYESHADOW in Prelude is a WANT! I LOVE the colors, but $57 for 4 eyeshadows is a little unreasonable. The packaging is sleek and chic, but I'm buying it because I want what is in the package! I will continue to lust after this until I break down and buy it someday!

Update! 2011

2011-07-05T14:28:00.000-07:00

IT HAS BEEN TOOOOO LONG!

I'm looking forward to getting back into blogger world!

40 Beauty Questions

2010-03-10T11:27:00.000-08:00

I couldnt help myself! I had to do it! If anything, this will give you more insight in to my life as a Beauty Addict! :)

SKINCARE

How many times do you wash your face daily?2x a day, in the morning and at night! If I work out, I wash right after. I carry Pond's Clean Sweep in Original Clean facial wipes in my gym bag!

What skin type do you have? (dry,oily,combo)

I have combination! In the summer, its oily, and in the winter, its dry! However, the face makeup makes all the difference, because I do have sensitive skin!

What is your current facial wash?

Olay foaming face wash for sensitive skin

Do you exfoliate?

Yes, about 3x a week.

What brand do you use?

Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily Cleansing pads

What moisturizer do you use?

Daytime: Biore skinpreservation Dual Fusion moisturizer + SPF 30!! I love this stuff. I found it on super discount at Walgreen's (under $3) and stocked up! It keeps my skin clear and matte, even after a long day of chasing around kids! Everywhere else it retails for $15!!

Nighttime: Biore skinpreservation Hard Day's Night

Do you have freckles?

Yes, and I'm super Fair!

Do you use eye cream?

Yes when I remember too! Being very fair, I am susceptible to premature wrinkles! I use Clinique's All About Eyes and Biore skinpreservation See the Future eye cream! My parents think I'm crazy since I started using it about 5 years ago, but nothing is worse than looking older than you really are!

Do you or did you have acne prone skin?

I have pretty normal skin. I usually only get breakouts during that time of the month or if I don't wash my face properly!

Did you ever have to use Pro-activ?

No, I don't see the need to!

MAKE-UP

What foundation do you use?

I don't do the liquid on a daily use, but if I am going out I use Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer in Nude.

I use BareEscentuals Matte Mineral Foundation in Fairly Light, and Neutrogena Mineral Sheers powder with SPF 20 in Natural Ivory #20. I just got the Revlon PhotoReady powder in Fair/Light #010, and I can say that I am liking it!! I has good application, just a crappy brush that comes with it!!

How about concealer?

Laura Mercier Undercover Pot #2

Do you know your undertone color?

hmmm, blue?

What do you think of fake eyelashes?

Love them when I go out! I save them for special occasions! I just do mascara everyday though.

Did you know that you are supposed to change your mascara every 3 months?

Yes, but do I follow it?! I dont really keep track! :( I usually smell it before I apply it, but the good thing is I have the small sample mascaras that usually finish in that amount of time.

What brand of mascara do you use?

Right now, I'm using MUFE Smokey Lash. I loved it at first, but then it clumped up really fast! Usually, I can't wait until the mascara gets a little tacky, but with this one, it makes my eyelashes look tacky. My favorite used to be Lacome's Definicils in Black, now I'm liking Clinique and BE Buxom Lash.

Sephora or MAC?

If I had to choose one, it would be MAC, but I love both.

Do you have a MAC Pro-card?

No. That's the last thing i need.

What makeup tools do you use in make up application?

Eyebrow comb, BE Flawless Face Brush, my super old B&BW e/s brush, MAC brushes #s 239, 217, 242, 109

Do you use make-up base/primer for the eyes?

Urban Decay Primer Potion or MAC Paintpots.

For the face?

I usually use just moisturizer, but if I'm using my LM Tinted Foundation, I use the primer that goes with it.

What is your favorite eyeshadow (color or shade)?

Clinique Colorsurge Trio in Doe Eyed! I like the smokey purples.

Do you use pencil or liquid eyeliner?

Lancome ArtLiner Liquid liner on the lid, and Este Lauder Pencil liner on the waterline

How often do you poke your eyes with an eyeliner pencil?

I usually poke myself with my mascara wand

What do you think of pigment eyeshadows?

I like the colors that I have, but I wouldnt purchase anymore. It's a lot of produce, and the fallout is messy at times.

Do you use mineral makeup?

YES! BareMinerals, MAC Mineral Eyeshadows, Blushes, Skin Finishes, Loose Powder, Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Compact!

What is your favorite lipstick?

The color would be NUDE! I really like MACs l/s in Close to Real, Equality, Hue, Creme d'Nude.

How about lipgloss?

Nars l/g in Striptease. MAC Plushglass in Nice Buss and Pretty Plush

What is your favorite blush to use?

MAC Mineral Blush in Dainty and Moon River

Do you buy your makeup on ebay?

No thanks! I spend enough in the stores as it is!

Do you like drugstore makeup?

I am addicted to the higher end brands, but I can find some great deals with the drugstores I do like. The brands that I like, I stick with.

Do you go to CCO's? (cosmetic company outlets)

YES! I love to hit up the one on the way to Vegas! The closest one that I have here is the Ontario one, but I dont go that way very much. I feel its more of a mission just to save a few dollars.

Did you ever consider taking make-up classes?

I have taken a community makeup art class. I am looking into get my Estheticians License just to enhance my abilities.

Are you clumsy in putting on makeup?

I used to be, but I have had years of practice.

Name a makeup crime that you hate?

There are soo many to choose from. The unblended eyeshadow, the wrong foundation color and lines, the overly or underly plucked eyebrows, the frosty highlight, the overly lined lips, makeup colors that clash ie blush, eyeshadow, and lipstick! Just to name a few ;)

Do you like colorful shades of makeup (lipstick,eyeshadow) or neutral ones?

I've toned it down a bit. I wear neutral tones daily, and I like to amp things up when I go out with the girls!

Which celebrity always has great make up?

The Kardashian Sisters

If you could leave the house using just ONE make up item,what would you use?

Eyebrow pencil and moisturizer with SPF

Could you ever leave the house without any makeup on?

yes, going to work or to the gym. On a particular day, going to get Starbucks with a reality celebrity!! lol

Do you think you look good even without any makeup on?

Sometimes, when my face is clear and glowy.

In your opinion, what is the BEST makeup line?

MAC. It was designed for all skintones and races. It has great pigmentation and a great reputation.

What do you think of Makeup?

It's every girls best friend. Screw diamonds, I can't live without my makeup!!! <3

Birthday 2010!

2010-02-18T15:55:00.000-08:00

This year, in exactly 10 days, I will be turning the big 2 6!!! AH! I will be celebrating on March 6 with my best friend, Diana, who will also be turning 26! We got these really cute outfits from H&M, black of course, and I wanted to add some pop to my eyes! This is what I came up with...

I really like this. I got my inspiration from MakeUpByTiffanyD using her Kim Kardashian tutorial, but I also like this other eye that is a black cat eye with pretty rhinestones all over the eye! I will post pics from that night to see what I came up with! Until then...MUAH!

Things That I Have Been Working on!

2010-02-18T15:26:00.001-08:00

Here are some quick FOTDs that I have been working on. I seem to get inspired when I watch the Gurus on YT, because these are not my everyday look. They can be, because they are semi-natural. Like I've said, I am really loving the brown smokey eye with the natural lip as you will see below! With out further ado, ENJOY!

I like the blurriness because you can see the highlight on my cheeks!! lol

Finally, I got a hair cut! I wasn't sure if I wanted to cut bangs, but I did it. I went too long, rather than too short! But I'm satisfied! I added more layers, and kept some length because I want it to GROW!

This is styled straight!

I added a cute little accessory from H&M. I curled it in with my flat iron for Valentine's Day!

Here's my FOTD from Valentine's Day! My friends and I went to eat and grab drinks at a restaurant down the street from my house. Surprisingly, it was like a normal night! Not crowded at all! :) I kept my makeup more natural than usual, but they eyeliner got a little out of hand. It was really thick because I had to cover up the band of the eyelashes, which are the Ardell 105s!

And yes, I changed about 3 times that day!! Here is my final outfit with me enjoying my huge Wild Berry Margarita!!

Boredom equals fun with iphoto!

2010-01-28T18:52:00.001-08:00

Lashes - Ardell 115

MAC l/s - Close to Real

MAC Blush

Rimmel Mascara

Face - Usual routine

Urban Decay e/s - Gunmetal

This is what happens when you have a LOT of free time, a cute dog, a zebra snuggie, and crazy lashes!! TA DAA!! :) I thought this would be a funny post, and as not to disappoint it is somewhat makeup related!

Long Time No Bloggy...

2010-01-18T16:41:00.001-08:00

I haven't had time to post in a while, because I have been working a lot! YAY! Also, I'm training to do a 5K on my and Nita's birthday, Sunday, February 28th! I've been recruited by my friends, Roxanne, Michelle, and Nita to do a run/walk with a distance of either 10K or a 5K in Downtown LA, through Chinatown and around Dodger Stadium. This means a lot of hills for someone (i.e. ME), who is less than a runner. I am not built for running/jogging/fast walking. I am a swimmer, which is a whole 'nother world, if you know what I mean!

As far as doing the event, I have decided I would do it [just need to register :)], but whether it will be a 5K run or walk will be determined by my dedication to my workout regimen and meal plan! I've enlisted my friend, Helen, to be my workout buddy. All this week I have been really good with the workouts. I continued going to my Monday/Wednesday aerobics class, and we even scored a week pass at the YMCA. I really need to work on my eating plan. I do really well when I am not as busy, but in between work and the gym, it is difficult to choke down a decent/healthy option. I need to find a balance. My pass is up for next week, and I need to use my resources around me, i.e. walking the trail, running laps at the school, and take advantage of my overflowing library of exercise videos/ball/ weights!! Wish me luck! I have 6 weeks to make a dent in my training and building my endurance. I downloaded this plan from the Fitness Magazine website. ENJOY!

Here are other websites I found helpful:

Beginner Training for Walking a 5K

Running/Walking Workouts

	Mon.	Tues.	Wed.	Thurs.	Fri.	Sat.	Sun.	Week Total
1	Walk briskly for 1 mile. Run 2 min. every half mile until you reach 3.5 total miles. Walk 0.5 mile.	Walk 3-5 miles.	Off	Walk 1 mile. Run 3 min. every half mile until you reach 3.5 miles. Walk 0.5 mile.	Off	Walk 3-5 miles, including 10 run/walk intervals (run 30 sec., walk 1 min.) in the last mile.	Off	16-20 miles
2	Walk 1.5 miles. Run 5 min., walk 5 min.; do 3 times. Walk 1-2 miles.	Walk 3-5 miles.	Off	Repeat Week 1 Thursday.	Off	Repeat Week 2 Monday.	Off	18-20 miles
3	Walk 1.5 miles. Run 10 min., walk 5-7 min., run 10 min., walk 5-7 min.	Walk 3-5 miles.	Off	Repeat Week 3 Tuesday.	Off	Walk 1.5 miles. Run 10 min., walk 5 min., run 5 min., walk 5 min., run 10 min., walk 5-10 min.	Off	16-20 miles
4	Walk 1 mile. Run 3 min., walk 2 min.; do a total of 10 times. Walk 5 min.	Walk 1 mile. Run 15 min., walk 5 min., run 15 min., walk 5 min.	Off	Walk 1 mile. Run 5 min., walk 2 min.; do that 7-min. sequence 5 times. Walk 5 minutes.	Off	Walk 1 mile. Run 10 min., walk 5 min.; do that 15-min. sequence 3 times.	Off	17.5 miles
5	Walk 1 mile. Run 3 min., walk 2 min.; do that 5-min. sequence a total of 10 times. Walk 5 min.	Walk 1 mile. Run 20 min., walk 5 min., run 20 min., walk 5 min.	Off	Walk 1 mile. Run 5 min., walk 2 min.; do that 7-min. sequence 5 times. Walk 5 minutes.	Off	Walk 1 mile. Run 15 min., walk 5 min.; do that 20-min. sequence 3 times.	Off	20 miles
6	Walk 1 mile. Run 3 min., walk 2 min.; do that 5-min. sequence a total of 10 times. Walk 5 min.	Walk 1 mile. Run 25 min., walk 5 min., run 25 min., walk 5 min.	Off	Walk 1 mile. Run 5 min., walk 2 min.; do that 7-min. sequence 5 times. Walk 5 minutes.	Off	Walk 1 mile. Run 20 min., walk 5 min.; do that 25-min. sequence 3 times.	Off	22.5 miles

Happy New Year 2010

2010-01-02T17:45:00.000-08:00

My New Years was great! My friends and I went to a loft in Downtown LA to celebrate. We ended 2009 and started 2010 on the rooftop, overlooking the bright lights and big city that we call home! I was happy to be celebrating with my great friends, and cannot wait to see what is in store for 2010!

This is my FOTN:

SLO trip and Christmas FOTD!

2010-01-02T17:23:00.000-08:00

These pictures are from my trip to SLO. We stayed at our friends, Amanda and Bret's home in Arroyo Grande. They had this little dive bar down the street that we hit up Saturday and Sunday. Apparently, I was a little too high maintenance for this place, but I had my eyes on a certain someone that was a no show! :( Nonetheless, we had a great time. On Saturday, we met a lot of people and had fun walking in the rain back and forth between Bill's and R&D's. On Sunday, we took a trip around town, and then ended up back at R&D's. We had the entire bar to ourselves, good drinks, and sang karaoke!

This is my friend I met during our day tour around Pismo Beach, San Luis Port, San Luis Obispo, and Madonna Inn! I don't think he was as happy to see me as I was to see him!

As promised, my Christmas FOTD:

Face:

BE Fairly Light

MUFE HD Powder

MAC blush in Well Dressed

Eyes:

UDPP

MAC Fluidline in Haunting - on the lid

UD e/s in Grifter - on the lid with 239

UD e/s in Oil Slick - in the crease with 217

MAC e/s in Vanilla - brow highlight with 224

MAC m/es in Young Punk as liner on top/lower lash line

Lancome Mascara

Lips:

MAC l/s in Hue

Christmas Eve FOTD

2009-12-31T13:39:00.001-08:00

This is my Christmas Eve FOTD:

Face:

BIORE Skin Preservative Moisturizer

BE Fairly Light

MUFE HD Powder

NARS Orgasm/Laguna Blush

Eyes:

UDPP

MAC Paintpot in Greenstone

MAC Vanilla - highlight with 224

UD e/s in Shattered - lid with 239

UD e/s in Shakedown - crease with 217

UD e/s in Oil Slick - outter v with 217

Lancome Artline in Black

Lancome Definicils in Black

Ardell lashes #105

Lips:

MAC l/s Creme d'nude

MAC l/g Underage

My friend, Diana and I celebrated with her family at her house.

2009-12-25T12:49:00.000-08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

I need to update! I ended up going to my friend's house last night for Christmas Eve! I have a FOTD from that night to post! This weekend I will be taking a trip up to San Luis Obispo with one of my other friends. I hope to take lots of pictures to post! Yay :) I can't wait.

xoxo, kelly

Santa came to town!

2009-12-09T12:02:00.000-08:00

SANTA CAME TO MY HOUSE LAST NIGHT!!! lol.

Every year our city puts on a Santa float with elves, reindeer, and Mr. and Mrs. Claus! This time my dad was Santa so I got a free picture with Hurley, Santa, and I. I wanted to try one of the nude looks for this FOTD, and this is what I came up with:

Eyes:

UDPP

MAC Vanilla- Entire Lid

MAC Coco Pigment -Lower Lid blended into the crease

MAC Satin Taupe- Bottom lashline

Lancome ArtLiner- Black

Lancome Definicils Mascara- Black

Face:

MUFE HD Powder

BE Fairly Light

MAC Well Dressed Blush

Lips:

MAC Hue l/s

MAC Luminary Lustreglass

Hair:

No products were used! Blow dry with cool setting, and dry well.

With a small barrel curling iron, I started at the middle of the strand and curled up for undefined waves.

Then, I twisted the bangs along my hairline so it created a french braided look, and pinned the end behind my hair.

I will post our picture with Santa as soon as I can!

BLOG SALE: Purses, Wallets, etc!

2009-12-08T17:01:00.000-08:00

After a long time coming, I decided to go through my closet, and do a little "winter cleaning," if I may. I have a TON of purses that have just been lying around. Some are a bit dated, others I love but dont use, and some were victims of retail therapy, True Story!

This is my first Blog Sale so bare/bear with me! If you are interested in purchasing any item, please be aware that I do not have PayPal (may need to look into that)! Follow the directions in the BLOG SALE post if you are interested in anything or have a question about an item.

Act fast, because I may regain my sanity in the very near future!

xoxo, Kel

Project Nude

2009-12-06T19:28:00.001-08:00

I pulled this off Specktra a while back. It is an ongoing thread (I forgot who started it or I would give credit! Ideas?) that allowed the members to add on to make their perfect natural, nude, smokey brown look using a max of 4 colors! I love this post as I am currently obsessed with NUDE EYES! I've been meaning to pull this list out, and work with the different combinations with the colors that I do have! I'm super excited about this post, and am going to post pictures for the EOTD that I like the best! Add to the list, and pass it along to your other Beauty Addicts! With further a-do:

Satin Taupe on the lid, Mystery in the crease and outer V, Cork to blend & Vanilla on the Browbone

Orb, Handwritten, Patina & Shroom

Jest, Shroom, Espresso, and Wedge

All that Glitters, Satin Taupe, Nylon & Naked lunch

Vanilla, Ricepaper, Soft Brown & Embark

Grain, TeteaTint, Cork, Swiss Chocolate.

Malt, Satin Taupe, Next To Nothing &/Dark Edge

Brule, Bamboo, Wedge & Embark

Brule, Ricepaper, Embark &Texture

Claire De Lune, Patina, Club & Magnetic Fields

Vanilla, Woodwinked, Handwritten & Softbrown

Sable, Swiss Chocolate, Dark Edge & Shroom

Blanc Type, Satin Taupe & Espresso

Cork, Courdrory, Embark and Ricepaper.

Naked Lunch all over & Haux in crease.

Blanc Type, Soft Brown, Espresso & Satin Taupe

Honesty, Soft Brown, Blanc Type & Brun.

All That Glitters, Satin Taupe, Dark Edge & Femme Fi

Bisque, Quarry, Vanilla &Twinks

Phloof!, All That Glitters, Satin Taupe & Embark

Wedge, Ricepaper/Shroom, Embark & Patina

Femme Fi, Warming Trend, Satin Taupe &Haux

Vanilla, Shroom, Satin Taupe & Handwritten

All that glitters or Arena, Texture or Saddle, A Little Folie & Femme Fi or Dazzlelight

Vanilla, Dark Edge, Carbon & Woodwinked

Hey, Satin Taupe, Brown Down & Carbon

Satin Taupe, Sable, Espresso & Next to Nothing

Phloof!, Soft Brown, Saddle & Embark

Bisque, Blanc Type, Brun & Espresso

Brule, Soft Brown, Handwritten & Embark

Naked Lunch, All that Glitters, Twinks & Satin Taupe

Brule, Wedge, Espresso & Shroom

Vanilla, Nylon, Satin Taupe & Espresso

Soft Brown, All That Glitters, Shale & Bisque

Ochre Style, Woodwinked, A little Folie & Blanc Type

Saddle, Satin Taupe, Showstopper & All that glitters

Blanc Type, Copperplate, Dark Edge & Neutral Pink

Blanc Type, Cork, Omega & Smut

Blanc Type, Shroom, Tempting & Black Tied

Brule, Hoax, Patina & Satin Taupe

Soft brown, Blackberry, Vanilla & Phloof!

All That Glitters, Espresso, Vanilla &Woodwinked

All That Glitters, Brown Down, Arena & Soft Brown.

Ricepaper, Flip, Woodwinked & Espresso

All That Glitters, Satin Taupe, Solar White & Embark

Mulch, Woodwinked, Honeylust, & Shroom

Nylon-highlight, All That Glitters-inner lid, Romp-outer lid & Satin Taupe-crease/liner

Phloof !, Seedling, Night Manoeuvres & Carbon

Arena, Texture, Dazzlelight & Handwritten

Shroom, Satin Taupe, Handwritten & Vanilla

Girlie, Haux, Handwritten & Vanilla

Naked Lunch, Trax, Sketch & Phloof!

All That Glitters, Mulch & Handwritten

Naked Lunch, Satin Taupe, Cork & All That Glitters

All That Glitters, Mulch, Soba, & Blanc Type

Vanilla, Satin Taupe, Embark & Carbon

xoxo, kelly

Just a Quick Update!

2009-12-05T17:13:00.000-08:00

I'm sad I haven't found a time where I wasnt so lazy to do my November favorites! It's just the process of uploading and blah blah blah that keeps me from doing it! But the good this is I WANT TO, but just havent gotten to that point. I love watching/reading everyones' favorites though, and it will soon inspire me!

Yesterday, I ended up going to the mall with my friend. We ended up at MAC in Nordstroms. I didnt need anything, but I was helping her pick out a nice brown and highlight. She ended up with Satin Taupe and Shroom. When we went to pay, she pulled out this MAC/Nordstrom punch card. Apparently, they stamp the card each time you purchase a MAC item and after you purchase 15 items, you receive one MAC product with a value of $15 or less! I was like WTF! I believe its only applies to California Nordstroms, i.e. Brea, Cerritos, etc. The MA didnt have anymore, but I'm not sure how long the promotion will last. My friend told me she had the card for a while. :( Maybe I can find someone at another Nordstrom that still has one lying around!

But on a good note, today was the last day of the sale at Walgreens so I had to get there before everything was gone I was so excited about my purchase because I saved over $50 in deals and coupons, and my total was less than $10!! SO EXCITING. I picked up some Nivea Kiss of Moisture (5 tubes, 3 Shimmer and 2 SPF 4), and Body Smooth Sensation lotion. I had some amazing coupons, such as buy one, get one free, and buy 3, get a free lotion. Also, the BIORE Skin Preservation line was marked down insanely low AND had a coupon on the box. It was so hard to pass up a Dual Fusion Daytime SPF 30 moisturizer and an overnight moisturizer 1.7 oz (each) for $2.79 a bottle!! They were usually around $13 each, so they were a STEAL!

I went to PETCO today as well, because with any purchase, your pet received a free picture with SANTA!! lol. I just had to. :)

Lastly, I was watching my Rachel Ray programs and came across this interesting recipe! A cake in a mug, and get this...you microwave it!!! Since our kitchen is still in the process of being remodeled, this is an awesome gift idea for my mom, a book of over 100 cake in mug recipes! I wonder how good these could possibly be. In only 4 minutes, you could have a pre-portioned individual cake that would prohibit me from inhaling a whole cake as well as limit the calorie intake! I'm sure you can also sub some of the ingredients to make a much more healthier and figure-friendly dessert choice. You can find the recipe below for the Chocolate Butterscotch Mug Cake compliments of http://www.rachaelrayshow.com/food/recipes/101-mug-cakes-recipe/

Ingredients

1 egg
3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons oil
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
4 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons instant butterscotch pudding powder
4 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 tablespoons semit sweet chocolate chips
Frosting:
1 box of prepared butterscotch pudding mixed with store bought chocolate frosting

PREPARATION

Prepare mug by coating the inside lightly with cooking spray. Pour all of the dry ingredients into a bowl.

Beat egg first with a spoon and mix in other liquid ingredients.

Then add dry ingredients and mix until you’ve removed all lumps. Pour the batter into the mug (do not fill more than halfway) and smooth the top with a spoon.

Thump mug firmly on the tabletop six times to remove excess air bubbles.

Place mug on top of a microwaveable small plate or saucer. Bake for 3-4 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the middle of the microwave mug cake and removing the toothpick. If the toothpick is dry, the mug cake is done.

Wait two minutes then run a butter knife along the inside of the mug and tip the cake into plate. Position the mug cake so that the slightly rounded top is on top. Your microwave mug cake will now look like a slightly overgrown muffin. Frost the mug cake with premade frosting.

Option: frost the whole chocolate chip butterscotch microwave mug cake with prepared butterscotch pudding chocolate frosting.

I SO WANT TO TRY THIS! :)

Loving Lady Gaga

2009-11-19T19:24:00.000-08:00

I'm really loving BAD Romance from Lady Gaga. The radio does not play it enough, and the video is outrageous and cannot get enough! I can't wait until the CD comes out on Nov. 23!! She is beautiful, and my favorite look is her natural look surprisingly! If you havent seen it yet take a look!

Because I can!

2009-11-15T21:46:00.000-08:00

This is my beloved Clinique Colorsurge Trio Eyeshadow Palette in Doeyed! I love the highlight color, and am very sad that this is not a permanent color! I have to make a trip every so often to pick up a few at the closest CCO! This is my go-to eyeshadow in the morning when I dont have much time to get a glammed up for work. Love this!

I'm not very good at the tutorial thing yet, but I'm still learning! I have yet to master the art of youtubing, but here is my take on picture tutorials!

This was my requested FOTD:

Face: Clinique Superdefense Moisturizer with SPF 25

MUFE HD Powder

BE Fairly Light

Cheeks: MAC's Dainty

Lips: MAC's Lipstick in XPose

Chanel Lipgloss in Blacktie

Eyes: UDPP

MAC's ShadeStick in Beige-ing on the lid (blended with 239)

On top, Lancome's e/s in Sparkle

MAC's ShadeStick in Taupographic in the crease (blended with 217)

In crease, NARS e/s in Cargo

Highlight is MAC's e/s in Vanilla

Undereye, MAC's e/s in Satin Taupe

Lancome's ArtLiner in Black

Lancome's Cils Booster XL

Lancome's Definicils Mascara in Black

First, prep face, brows, and eyes (see above for product list)

Second, apply Shadestick in Beigeing on the lid with a 239 brush, then pack on either MACs Shore leave (on previous FOTD) or Lancome's Sparkle (shown). Then, draw your crease line with Taupographic Shadestick and blend with a 217 brush!

Next, blend MAC's Mauvement pigment (previous FOTD) or NARS Cargo e/s (shown) in the crease on top of the Taupographic with the same 217 brush until desired look. Then, line lashes with MACs Blitz & Glitz Fluidline.

Lastly, add mascara and line lower lashes! For the finishing touch, I add MACs MB in Dainty, and MAC lipstick in XPose and Chanel gloss in Blacktie.

End Result: Small variations with the same effect!

This was my FOTD from today! I look a little tore up, but that's ok! It was suppose to be a lazy Sunday!

I went to Beverly Hills to visit my friends, and ended up spending all my hard earned money at the mall on Santa Monica Blvd! I did use my 20% VIB at Sephora, and finally! got my MUFE set! YAY! I, also, have a shipment coming next week! I will have to post all my new goodies in a haul post as well as some pretty FOTDs that I can create with my splurge! Lastly, I ended up at MAC, and Back to MAC'd 12 containers, and received Hue and Creme d'Nude!!! I love them already!

Two in One!

2009-11-12T12:51:00.000-08:00

The other day, I went to go take my ID picture for my school district, and I decided to glam it up! In the Fall and Winter, I usually just blow dry my hair and twist it up, then sometime during the day, I take it down to create some waves. However, I decided to straighten my hair and was surprised to see how long it is now!!

I had been growing my hair out for over two years, when I suddenly got inspired to pull off the Lady Gaga bangs, and chopped my hair off!! LOL! It looked ok, but it was a very short and dramatic look! Now, its growing out, and I got my layers going on. I'm thinking of growing out my bangs a little longer as well as my layers!

Look What I Found! I was searching through all of my lip glosses when I found Glitz Glosses, circa 2005!! They're the long-lost distance relative of the new Dazzleglasses!

From Left to Right, and Top to Bottom:

Afterparty - an irredescent pink

Embellish - dark plum red

Ramoneo - pink glitter

Berried Treasure - true red

Girl's Got It - magenta pink

Foreign Intrigue - berry red

Kisscapade - purplely pink

Fleshflash - nude

I think these were meant to be mixed, because they are not very glossy at all! But they pack a LOT of glitter. It kind of looks like I applied a dazzleglass, and then rubbed off the gloss! I need to experiment a little more!

And lastly,

HOTD or HURLEY OF THE DAY! hehe

I'm so proud of her! Another graduate in our family! She graduated last night from her doggy obedience class! She got her own little degree, and I have to frame it!

Bored and Beautiful? loli

2009-11-09T14:55:00.000-08:00

Here is a picture of my fluffy dog, Hurley! She is my love, and she will be graduating from her doggy obedience class on Wednesday! She is a little crazy looking, but she has the longest lashes and the fluffiest tail that I can not live without her!

Usually when boredom strikes, this is the end result, a FOTD! This is also Shop My Stash/Project Back to MAC inspired.

Face: Clinique Superdefense Moisturizer with SPF 25

MUFE HD Powder

BE Fairly Light

Cheeks: MAC's True Romance with Gentle MB over

Lips: MAC's Lustreglass in Luminary with Amber Russe LipGelee on the bottom lip (dont ask)

Eyes: UDPP

MAC's ShadeStick in Beige-ing on the lid (blended with 239)

On top, MAC's e/s in Shore Leave

MAC's ShadeStick in Taupographic in the crease (blended with 217)

In crease, MAC's Pigment Color in Mauvement

Highlight is MAC's e/s in Vanilla

Undereye, MAC's e/s in Satin Taupe

Lancome's ArtLiner in Black

Lancome's Cils Booster XL

Lancome's Definicils Mascara in Black

The Result:

Plums, Purples, and Berries, OH MY!

2009-11-08T16:03:00.000-08:00

MY FOTD: Fall Edition!

I think purples, plums, and lilacs are going to be great this season!

I wore a version of this the other day for my friend, Andrew's birthday in West Hollywood! Here's a picture from the night! I used my Clinique palette, Doe Eyed, which has beautiful grayish purples! LOVE!

This is one FOTD that I have been working on:

What I used (bold)/ What you can use:

Face: Nutriste Skin Renew

MUFE HD Powder

BE: Fairly Light

BE: Hydrating Mineral Veil

(Your own foundation routine and color)

Cheeks: MAC Gentle Mineral Blush

MAC Blush in True Romance

Lips: MAC Viva Glam VI Special Edition

MAC Dreamy Lipglass

NARS Risky Business LG

MAC Morning Glory LustreGlass

MAC Lilac Crush LipGelee

Lip Liners: MAC Lustreglass Pencil in Plum Mate

MAC Liner in Plum

Stila Longwear Lipstick Liner in Exquisite

Lipstick: MAC Lustre Lipstick in Syrup

Chanel's Key Largo

NARS in Masai

MAC Frost Lipstick in Xpose

Eyes: UDPP (your eyeshadow primer)

Shadestick in Silver Bleu

Lancome Pink Veil on entire lid

Este Lauder Pink Dusk Duo on lower lid

MAC Shadowy Lady in crease

Lancome Definicils Mascara in black

You may also use: MAC Vanilla e/s on lid

MAC Mineral e/s in Earthly Riches

Lancome e/s in Volcano

MAC e/s in Seedy Pearl, Flirty Number, Idol Eyes, Crystal, or Mystical Mist

Kat Von D in Livewire e/s duo

Lorac Custom Trio in Sultry

Liners: MAC Fluidline in Microviolet or Iris Eyes

MAC Liquid Last in Pop Iris or Fuschia-ism

Drugstore brands:

Neutrogena Mineral Sheers in Clay #60

Almay Pure Blends in Lavendar #245

I've listed other items that can be swapped in the place of what I used depending on preference, price, and/or skin color! There are so many other colors in the cosmetic world that I have not listed, and can be used! I am really loving purple this month, and can not wait to do more FOTD using what I have!

Enjoy!!

Target Binge

2009-11-08T15:50:00.000-08:00

The other day I went to lunch with my mom, and we decided to shop off our meal. We ended up at Target (one of my favorite stores), and left with great stuff! All of their Halloween stuff was 75% off so that means CRAZY LASHES for CHEAP! I ended up with 5 sets of lashes with glue and applicator for under $2 (originally $5.69 for $1.42 to be exact!).

I bought "Spyder Woman," very long and separated lashes (I got two pairs), "Bat Those Lashes," #105 lashes, "BatGirl," full and spikey lashes, and Target brand, "Black Peaked," slanted lashes that I got for only $1.25!!! I love these and cannot wait to wear them!

Haul Time!

2009-11-05T22:24:00.000-08:00

Even though I'm broke (lol), I couldnt resist going to Nordstrom after my aerobics class on Monday! I had to pay my bill, and wanted to check out the new Trina Turk gift with purchase from Clinique! I love their Mascaras, and this gift comes with a couple of brushes, an eyeshadow palette, and great eye cream! I wanted it just for the eyebrow brush! I can never seem to keep them very long, because they end up breaking in my brush bag when I travel! www.nordstrom.com

Secondly, I love their eyeshadow palette called Doe Eyed, but its been discontinued, and can only find it at the Cosmetic Company. But I'm always on the look out for a dupe of the highlight! When I arrived at Nordies, it was completely empty and the saleslady was all mine! We talked for a bit, and I looked at the new gift set for 36$. Although the gift wasn't officially out until today, Thursday, she said if I bought the Clinique 'Star Favorites' Makeup Set, she would give me the gift that very day!! I gave in, and bought it! Now I must live on Cheerios and moisturizers! :D The set includes:

Treat eyes to All About Eyes cream/gel, six Color Surge Eyeshadows and Dual-Ended High Impact Curling Mascara/High Impact Mascara. For lips: Long Last Glosswear SPF 15. To take off eyeshadow and High Impact Mascara: Take The Day Off Makeup Remover for Lids, Lashes and Lips. For High Impact Curling Mascara, all you need is warm water. Set includes a chic pink bag. A $73 value.

Along with my purchase, she threw in another Liquid Soap, Lash Impact Mascara, a couple of foundations, and a few moisturizers! I was in heaven, because the gift alone was worth $75, the gift set was valued at $73, and the six other samples were probably worth $30, all for less than $40!!! The saleslady was extremely nice and generous. So here is a tip, if you're going to buy something at the mall/makeup counter, go at a time when you can 1.) find a parking space, 2.) avoid long lines, 3.) find a great deal, and 4.) make friends with the saleslady!!! It will benefit in you more than you know!

xoxo, Kelly

First Ever Favorites: October 2009

2009-11-02T13:40:00.000-08:00

This is my first post for my monthly favorites. I had a difficult time trying to pick out just a few of my favorite products this month. I use these products on a daily basis, and just can not get enough.

October Favorites:

Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily Cleansing Pads (28 Count) - I absolutely loves these! They exfoliate and are semi-gentle (lol)! They are very foamy, and leave my skin glowing and feeling clean.

Vaseline Clinical Therapy Lotion - Now that Fall is here and Winter is around the corner that means flu season is in full swing! That means, I will be working for those teachers self-diagnosed with Swine Flu and me taking over their germ-infested students and classroom! This results in multiple hand washes, and ta-da, DRY HANDS! I put this on, and it relieves the redness and dryness. I use this all over my body, and it keeps me moisturized and smooth!

Target's Up & Up daily facial moisturizing lotion for sensitive skin - This product was comparable to Olay's Sensitive Skin moisturizer. It contains UVA/UVB protection with SPF 15, Vitamin E, and aloe! I use it every morning, and love the fact that it has SPF. I wish it was a little higher, but I can not complain about the formula. It does not leave my skin feeling greasy or sticky during the day, and it is extremely light and penetrates quickly. I wear it under my powder foundation, and I have no complaints. I took it to vegas with me, and everyone loved it. Sadly, I am almost done with the 4 oz bottle, but luckily, it is extremely inexpensive at $5.

Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder - This powder has the silkiest touch ever! I apply it right on top of my moisturizer and it feels divine! I buff this on before my BE powder foundation, and touch up throughout the day. I have the 0.07 oz sample for Sephora, and am looking forward to buying the full sized product once I have finished my sample. It is a great formula, and take it with me everywhere!

Clinique Lash Doubling Mascara - Another sample product that I have fallen in love with. I find myself reaching for it every time I do my makeup. I received the sample in a gift with purchase, and cannot leave home without it. I take it with me when I spend the night at my friends, and it instantly makes me look awake when I have no other makeup with me. It is a go-to product. I have no need to buy the full sized product because every gift has one! I have light lashes, but the formula does not clump and the black color does not look too harsh on my light complexion. My lashes are longer and fuller, and I can even use this product with other mascaras for a better effect. I used to love Lancome's Definicils, but the Lash Doubling Mascara is what I crave this month.

Lastly, its not a favorite unless its MAC.

MAC's Mineralize Blush in Moon River - I am not exactly sure when this product launched, but I found it in a Cosmetic Company store in Vegas's Primm Outlet. I love the duo-toned blush and its MINERALIZED! The bottom color resembles Dainty, but has more of a shimmer and darker peach color. The top half is a highlight with shimmery purple, pink, and yellow blended through, which gives me a beautiful glow. Another staple product that has put its name on my favorites list!

That's it for my favorites, but I have added a new touch!

Regret Buy of the Moment -

OPI's Nail Lacquer in Midnight in Moscow - I thought this color was going to go great with my costume! I was right, but the formula and brush did not impress me! My friends and I all used the color, but for me, it chipped instantly. I am not sure if it was the application on my part, but as the color dried, it bubbled! Within an hour or so I had chipping as well. I am not happy with this.

Neosporin's Lip Health daily hydration therapy - This product has sunscreen with SPF 25. It looked great in the package, but once I put it on the formula was disappointing. I liked the fact that it had a high SPF, but it was extremely liquidy and the white glossy look was not attractive at all. I have to find something to do with it. For $3.50, it was not a smart buy, but if you are interested in this product, I believe neolips.com has a coupon available for $3.00 off! I found this out AFTER I bought the gloss. I may add this to my nighttime routine to get some use out of it.

Next, I have been inspired by Specktra.net's thread to Shop Your Stash as well as the lack of money and abundance amount of makeup I own, I have decided to riffle through what I already own, and work on my Project: Back to MAC. I tend to go through my lippie products more often then not. With that said, I give you:

MAC's LustreGlass in Luminary - I forgot how much I like these lip products. With the new launch of Dazzle and Cremeglasses, I overlooked the lustreglasses. I have A LOT of these, and at one time they were a regret buy. For one, I bought them as soon as they came out. I found them to have a faulty brush top, so I have two tubes with broken lids. It is hard to take with me for fear of leaking. Secondly, I have a lot of colors and its hard to pick just one color, but I chose Luminary. Its a light pink, and I can throw it on with any face! Loving this right now!!

MAC's Lustre Lipstick in High Tea - I bought this lipstick when it first became a permanent product. Before the Creme D'nude and Myth epidemic, I loved this color along with Viva Glam V. Its a nude color and a lustre so its a creamy, natural look. It broke, but I can still take it with me and use as an everyday color!

MAC's Velvet Eyeshadow in Vanilla - I use this color as a highlight on the lid and brow, and when I want that natural look, I put it everywhere!! I used to use a lot of the frost colors, but I am loving the matte look, and pairing it with a shimmery brown or purply gray shadow. I can't get enough!

I can not wait for next month's favorites. I am going to get started right now. Also, I have some post ideas that I am working on. For Fall, I think dark plums and purples are a great look as well as dark berries on the lips with find their way in my makeup bag. More FOTD are on their way, and possibly, some reviews! Looking forward to a great end of the year! 2009 is almost over, and Christmas is just around the corner! Can't wait!

Halloween Update!

2009-11-02T12:12:00.000-08:00

Halloween was super fun! I finalized my makeup look and my costume with lots of blood and big, full lashes! We ended up going to a party in Redondo Beach, and spotting Boston from I love NY!! lol. I saw a lot of great costumes, and I met a lot of fun people. A makeup artist approached me and took a picture of my friends and I because she said our makeup looked great! I can not wait until next year as I am already planning my next costume, Miss Piggy!!

All Vamped up and no where to go...

2009-10-27T17:54:00.000-07:00

Since Halloween is a couple of days away, I wanted to get started on my FOTN. I had been watching a few videos on youtube for a vampire look. I figured it is an easy costume to put together; although, not very original. With the whole Twilight epidemic, I thought I would go with the traditional yet slutty approach! I would consider the makeup look, glam yet scary. :D Products I used are available upon request! And lastly, this is what I came up with:

I have yet to add the finishing touches, such as lashes, fangs, and blood!

xoxo, Kelly

7 Things Black

2009-10-27T15:13:00.000-07:00

My absolute favorite color would have to be Black. I adore almost anything and everything black. Black has that slimming effect and can be worn to any occasion; formal or casual. My closet is overflowing with Black dresses, shoes, handbags, etc. Personally, I tend to gravitate to the color in the store, and at times have to force myself to buy any other color. My favorite Black garment would have to be the Little Black Dress. It goes with me everywhere, whether it be Vegas or to a Christmas party. I love Black, but it does have some setbacks.

In the morning, I have a hell of a time trying to get dressed when everything is in black heaps on the floor or desk. It is hard to decipher which is which. My number one regret is that it FADES! I get extremely sad when my favorite shirt or dress fades, because I wear them so much and have to wash them over and over again. Another issue is that it shows every lint speck and doggie hair that comes in contact with the color. However, whatever the issue, I will always be faithful to Black. I was lucky to come across this tag, and excited to share my favorite black items that bring me joy!

1. Gucci bag!- Its the perfect size and goes out with me everywhere! And yes, its real!!

2. Steve Madden shoes - They're extremely comfortable, and add almost 4 inches to my height! At 5'9, I do not alway enjoy being taller than all the guys I meet.

3. Gucci Sunglasses- As a lifeguard, these stay home when I am working. I take them with me when I'm driving or hanging out with friends.

4. MAC Cosmetics- Anything and everything MAC, especially my Hello Kitty haul that I got for my birthday!

5. HAIRART flat iron- I've had this straightener for almost 4 years and it does what its suppose to do! No problem at all!

6. Lancome ArtLiner- This liquid liner pen is extremely easy to use. The product is great and the quality lasts a long time. It doesn't smear and I always seem to be reaching for it to achieve that perfect line.

7. Ipod Touch- This is my 4th ipod. I got it free last year when I bought my MacBook! It stores all my favorite music, and I plug it into my car or use the earphones to keep me entertained for hours.

One Word TAG

2009-10-18T13:26:00.000-07:00

Where's your cell phone: bed
Your hair: layered
Your mother: loving
Your father: hardworking
Favorite Food: thai
Dream last night: none
Favorite drink: tequila
What room are you in: den
Hobby: makeup
Fear: death
Where were you last night: bed
Something that you aren't: thin
Muffins: chocolate
Wish list item: Chanel
Where did you grow up: California
What are you wearing: pjs
Your pets: Hurley
Friends: outrageous
Something you're not wearing: makeup
Favorite store: Target
Favorite color: black
Last time you laughed: Michelle's
Your best friend: Loyal
Bestest Place you go to over and over:
Person who emails you regularly: Facebook
Favorite place to eat: Rocotto

Hello!

2009-09-27T15:41:00.000-07:00

I'm new to the blogging world, but I really wanted a place were I can post ideas, questions, makeup reviews, and anything else to pass the time! I enjoy all things makeup so here I go!