Bohemian Inspired Style

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OK my lovely Makeup Geeks, I have a complete style video for you today! This is a Boho inspired look, something that is completely different for me which is why I wanted to do it. Celebrities from Kate Moss to Nicole Ritchie all wear this simple yet stunning look. In this video I have hair, makeup, outfit and nails to show you how to get a complete look from head to toe. This is perfect for those of you who love the care free and Boho-Chic style. This breezy and casual look is fun and easy to recreate, so pull out all your goodies and lets get started.

Make sure you see this post on Simply Marlena for a breakdown on the outfit and nails.

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Face:

  • Eve Pearl Salmon Concealer – ‘Tan’-  (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Maybelline Fit Me Concealer – ‘Medium’ – (eBay) (Amazon)
  • Revlon ColorStay Foundation – ‘Warm Golden’- (eBay) (Amazon)
  • Emani Mineral Foundation – ‘Golden’ – (Amazon)
  • Stila Convertible Color Lip and Cheek Cream – ‘Gladiola’ – (Amazon) (Sephora)

Eyes:

  • Palladio Herbal Eye Primer – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • NYX Eyeliner – ‘Dark Brown’ – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara – ‘Carbon Black’ – (eBay) (Amazon)
  • Stila Kajal Eyeliner – ‘Topaz’ –  (Amazon) (Sephora)
  • Makeup Geek Gel Liner – ‘Mobster’  (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Makeup Geek Eyeshadow – ‘Peach Smoothie’  (Pan Version / Compact Version)
  • Makeup Geek Eyeshadow – ‘Creme Brulee’  (Pan Version / Compact Version)
  • Makeup Geek Eyeshadow – ‘Vanilla Bean’  (Pan Version / Compact Version)
  • Makeup Geek Eyeshadow – ‘Cocoa Bear’  (Pan Version / Compact Version)
  • MAC Eyeshadow – ‘Pen n Pink’ –  (Amazon)
  • MAC Eyeshadow – ‘Texture’ – (eBay) (Amazon)

Lips:

  • Makeup Geek Lipstick – ‘Charming’ – (Makeup Geek Store)

Tools:

  • MAC 219 Brush – (eBay) (Amazon)
  • Makeup Geek Soft Dome Brush – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Makeup Geek Eye Shader Brush (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Makeup Geek Eyeliner Smudge Brush (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Makeup Geek Bent Liner Brush (Makeup Geek Store)

Hair

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For the hair you just want to create beachy waves. Use an 1 1/2 inch curling iron and take sections of your hair and with the curling iron open wrap the hair around the iron, away from the face, and hold for about 30 seconds. You could also use a curling wand for this and it would be easier. Once you have your hair curled, use your fingers to break up the curls to achieve those bouncy, beach waves. To finish the hair part, use a elastic head band and wrap around the forehead making sure to pull the hair up slightly at the roots and style it as you like.

Make sure you see this post on Simply Marlena for a breakdown on the outfit and nails.

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Day to Night Holiday Makeup and Outfit

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Happy Fall Makeup Geeks!

Since the Holidays are coming up, and I’m sure you’ll be attending some parties after work, I wanted to show an easy way to vamp up your daytime look into a party one with just a few items.  PLUS, I’ll show an inexpensive outfit I found from Target (yay for inexpensive fashion! 😉  )

Thank you for all your continued support for Makeup Geek- I truly appreciate it. Have a wonderful Holiday season and stay warm out there!

MUCH love,
Marlena

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Face:

  • Eve Pearl Salmon Concealer – Tan – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation –  (Amazon) (eBay)
  • Maybelline Dream Matte Powder – (Amazon) (eBay)
  • Stila Convertible Color – “Gerbera” – (Amazon) (eBay)

Eyes:

  • MAC Paintpot – Layin’ Low – (Amazon) (eBay)
  • Makeup Geek Eyeshadow – “Country Girl” – (Pan Version / Compact Version)
  • Makeup Geek Eyeshadow – “Mocha” – (Pan Version / Compact Version)
  • Makeup Geek Eyeshadow – “Creme Brûlée” – (Pan Version / Compact Version)
  • LA Splash Glitter Glue – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Makeup Geek Pigment – “Utopia” – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Palladio Eye Ink – “Black Forest” – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Diorshow Mascara – (Amazon) (eBay)

Lips and Brushes:

  • YSL Lipstick #12 – (Sephora)
  • Makeup Geek Small Crease Brush – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Makeup Geek Crease Brush – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Makeup Geek Chisel Shader Brush – (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Beauty Blender Sponge – (Makeup Geek Store)

Outfit:

  • Cheetah Print Bodysuit –  Target 
  • Plum Skater Skirt – Target
  • Black Tights – Spanx 
  • Black Heeled Boots – Guess (2 years ago)
  • White Scarf – similar on Amazon

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Thanks to Makeup G
The Cosmetics Blog – BloCosmetics

Kerastase Thermique

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Nectar Thermique

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In an earlier post about Phyto, I said it was one of two new hair products that I’ve incorporated into my hair routine (such as it is – I’ve made it sound far more exciting and complex than it is, just by calling it a routine!). The other product that I’m absolutely loving at the moment is Kerastase Thermique, available in three variants. I’m alternating between Nutritive Nectar and Discipline Keratine (both £19.50).

You have to think of these additions as primers for your blow-dry – generally, I’m a serum person through and through, but if I’m using a Kerastase Thermique, I don’t really need serum as well. The Kerastase Discipline range made such a difference to my frizz on a day to day basis that Keratine Thermique should be my natural choice, but I’ve leant more towards using Nutritive Nectar.

So, to highlight the differences between the three Thermiques: Discipline Keratine is for anti-frizz, Nutrative is for shine and Resistance is for split-ends and brittle hair. I’ve definitely seen a satisfying shine after using Nutrative, and I think a frizz reduction with Keratine (although our variable weather conditions are challenging for any products). Overall though, what I like best is the claim to reduce breakage by up to 85% and give heat protection. Kerastase Thermiques also claim to speed up your blow dry – which is interesting as I have only just realised this and had been wondering why my blow dries weren’t as torturously long as usual. So, that box is well and truly ticked!

These don’t launch on-line til 1st October, but you’ll be able to find them in Kerastase salons from now.

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Too Faced: “Joy to the Girls” Palette Review

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Hi Makeup Geeks! As you all know, every year around the holidays I go on my search for the best makeup palettes. I review each of them individually, then at the end I pick my favorite one of the year. It’s a tough job but someone has to do it… 🙂

Today’s review is going to be for the Too Faced “Joy to the Girls”

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Packaging

The packaging on this is a sturdy cardboard construction with a very sleek design in teal and gold. It opens like a book and reveals 15 eyeshadows at 0.06 ounces each which is more than their typical average eyeshadows. The palette also contains a full size LashGasm mascara which normally retails for $21.00.

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Mascara

I hate to say it, but I’m not a huge fan of this mascara…  The wand is a plastic wand with a mixture of both small and longer bristles which are suppose to be able to coat all your lashes. The formula itself is good although a little flaky but for me the wand of this makes this one I wouldn’t repurchase.
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