Shine On

Beautycounter Lip Shine & Gloss

 

My newest obsession (tho I’m still really feeling my Bite matte lipstick) are these Beautycounter glosses & lip shine.  I’m constantly searching for new glosses and these are by far and away my new favorites.  The consistency is so soft and moisturizing.  There is absolutely zero tacky or stickiness and their staying power is bananas.  The lip shine has a tiny hint of shimmer but no color so it just enhances your natural color & looks gorgeous on.

I’m also using Glosses: Blossom and Dahlia when I want a tiny hint of natural color.  I knew these were for me when I made it through Thanksgiving Day & what felt like 20 glasses of wine without having to constantly reapply or feeling parched in between my very few reapplications.

 

http://www.beautycounter.com/carlyschroeder

Welcome Beautycounter

That’s right, I joined a friend’s team based in L.A.  & have signed on as a consultant.

I’m proud and excited albeit a bit scared to embark on this new adventure & see where it takes me!  Beautycounter was a no brainer for me because I have a never ending love of products – all products – cosmetics to nail polish to anti-aging to shampoo/conditioner and the list goes on and I’m obviously very health conscious especially as a mother.  This phenomenal company whose mission & products are just BEYOND…seemed like a perfect fit.  I have 0 sales experience and to be honest, I’m so not a seller but we all know I love products and we all know I can talk about and advocate for something I love.  This amazing company is making these truly "beautiful products made safe".  Aside from offering safe and effective products, what is setting Beautycounter apart is that they are making it their mission to inform consumers about harmful ingredients found in countless brands we all know & likely love.  They are doing this by making sure you know everything about what is inside your own beauty products. 

Beautycounter produces some really terrific products and they don’t go unnoticed mainstream.  Case in point, look what popped on Gwyneth’s Goop the other day as a “must have.”

 

**photo via Goop.com

I’m a spray fanatic & I'm IN LOVE with this one.  I adore them used to set makeup, to add extra moisture first thing in the morning before moisturizer, equally as great to refresh makeup or naked skin mid day and of course on a plane in that awful dry air.  I’m also very partial to rose – I find it so refreshing & soothing.  It is ideal for locking in moisture and helping your skin stay supple and dewy in the dry winter months.  The glass bottle is gorgeous on your counter, vanity or nightstand, a fab stocking stuffer for friends or family. Are the holidays really upon us???!!  Wish me luck!! 

 

http://www.beautycounter.com/carlyschroeder

 

 

Once Bitten

Bite Beauty Multi Sticks

I wear lipstick now – it just happened; I’m 37.  On a whim I grabbed this one from Bite Beauty & was like “seriously, can I do this?” – it is very very matte & I’m sure I’d find it drying but here’s how I’m making it work: 1) sugar scrub lips to exfoliate 2) apply lipstick with finger/brush or from tube 3) dab a bit of balm on top.  I feel like it instantly revived my whole look.  To be honest, it was just a change & gracious I’ve needed that lately on SO many levels as of late.  I like to go liner free for kind of a faded, not so perfect look. 

My color choice was macaron.  Duh.  Here's a dynamite duck lips pic for you!

 

 

http://www.sephora.com/multistick-P411038?skuId=1855311&icid2=bite_lp_bestsellers_carousel_us%3Ap411038

 

Then I bought an additional one of these delightful multi sticks for my eyes:

My color choice: Anise, a yummy rich coffee shade that smooths out way less intense than it looks.  I love a one-step smoky eye.  I put a primer underneath, let it set, then layered this creamy neutral on my lids using my finger & a brush to blend.  Gorgeous natural depth & accentuation instantly.  Boom. 

 

http://www.sephora.com/multistick-P411038?skuId=1855295&icid2=bite_lp_bestsellers_carousel_us%3Ap411038

Guess who's back (in the MF) house??

I'm back from hiatus with a fun announcement to share before the holiday next week.

I also plan to resume regular monthly blogging immediately -- thanks for waiting patiently followers & old friends... and to those who jumped ship, good riddance.  JK, please come back!!

So lately... I'm loving all things YSL.

The Neutralizer

 

A touch of this in violet under the eyes instantly adds light and a pretty luminescence. (sidebar: it also color corrects).  I'm obsessed with the violet -- like a highlighter but better, it lights you up immediately.  The green one is on my list for redness reduction too. 

 

The Mono Shadow

 

I'm loving these solo to add a glossy hint of shimmer to the lid.  They're truly the most perfect sheer washes of color.  The downside, it will 100% crease (primer or not) on you if you try to layer it with any matte shadow including ones by YSL.  Ugh.  Seriously though, the colors are all so ethereal they're pretty close to perfect alone.

 

The Kajal Pencil

 

This was sent to me by the eyeliner gods... I'm so eyeliner challenged it's pathetic.  I cannot waterline.  I cannot get that hidden line that is dark and wriggled into your lashes so you don't see a line you just create darkness and depth, and I cannot cat eye to save my life.  This stick is so creamy, so blendable and so easy to work with I seriously mastered all 3 in 1 try.  The point is large and smooth and glides on like a dream...

http://www.barneys.com/product/yves-saint-laurent-beauty-touche-%C3%A9clat-neutralizer---violet-504740097.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&cmpntype=pla&campaignid=345659835&adgroupid=27681644235&campaign=[PLA]%20-%20Yves%20Saint%20Laurent%20Beauty%20-%20Tier%203%20Central&adgroup=Yves%20Saint%20Laurent%20Beauty%20-%20Other22&product_partition_id=120548763442&product_id=00505047400986&k_clickid=390ec57f-2d3c-45d9-82fd-781a1f1020fc&gclid=CM7xhb6hs9ACFdgJgQodmicACg


http://www.barneys.com/product/yves-saint-laurent-beauty-couture-mono-eyeshadow-503929113.html

http://www.barneys.com/product/yves-saint-laurent-beauty-couture-kajal-pencil---03-bleu-petrole-504125654.html

Inspiration courtesy of Victoria Beckham NYFW

My summer makeup look:

#nailedit

The flawless yet real skin, light on foundation... this naked upper lid & that gorgeous slightly iridescent black shadow drop on the bottom lid.

Finish with the tiniest hint of bronzer and a natural pink popsicle stained gloss lip.

I tried and achieved the look in about 10 minutes flat this morning & while it's slightly better suited for date night or a cocktail lunch than my office (LOL) I'm totally digging it.  I'll share products used soon!

 

DRY SPELL

Wow.  It has been a minute since my last post.  Our weather has been crazy and a 30 degree rise or drop on the thermometer in a 24 hour period has become a pretty regular occurence.  Literally, snowing 9 inches right into 65 degrees and sunny… It is wreaking havoc on my skin.  (& my sinuses)

I’m relying heavily on facial oils (yes, it’s scary at first) – I’ve been mixing a drop with my daily skin tint/spf bc I’m that dry and I’ve found it prolongs my look (foundation).  I’m using Circ Cell oil in a sensitive blend right now but am curious about Rodin and RMS oils too.  Note, I did not have any breakouts when I incorporated oil into my daily routine.

 

https://www.circcell.com/ecommerce/extraordinary-face-oil-for-sensitive-skin/

Circ Cell is an amazing company & this oil truly has transformed my skin.  It absorbs instantly, the light scent is aroma therapeutic, plus it heals redness and irritation overnight and leaves you glowing.  It worked wonders getting me through the downtime in between IPL laser treatments.

I’m also leaning on luminizer to brighten me up.  This one by RMS is my fav.

http://www.rmsbeauty.com/products/living-luminizer?variant=820960083

 

 It melts into skin & gives such a pretty, natural glow.  Since I’m mixing oil and luminizer into my skin tint/foundation (I alternate bw Revision & Nars bc I love the high SPF in both) – it became necessary to invest in a good brush.  I’m obsessed with this guy – also by RMS. 

 

https://www.net-a-porter.com/us/en/product/621751?cm_mmc=ProductSearchUS_PLA_c-_-RMS%20Beauty-_-Beauty-Makeup-Brushes%20and%20Tools-_-120550377202_621751-005&gclid=CPL6k9PR_8oCFYI9gQodXkABeQ

It keeps product distribution nice & light. 

Tom Ford is the man behind my current fav eye palette, lip shine & special event foundation.  More on that next post!