How-To Video: Metallic Eyes!

Ok, for some reason, my lovely blog program is not letting me upload my metallic eye tutorial. I wanted to let you all know that you can check it out on Shine's FaceBook page and on Your Tube at
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZGektvRvuE.

Let me know what tutorial you would like to see next!

Friends with Benefits...

Do you or someone you know have friends with benefits? Benefit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadow/Eyeliner that is! I discovered these fabulous little pots of color a few months ago and can't stop collecting them.

They come in a variety of lovely colors (10 to be exact), and retail for around $19. These shadows can be applied for a sheer wash of color, or layered(just wait 30 seconds and apply another coat) for a more noticeable look.

Benefit claims: "Our do-it-all cream shadow lines, shades and contours eyes with its alluring crease-proof, smudge-proof formula. Go as sheer or as dramatic as you like with buildable color. Either way, these shadows stay put!"

And they are correct! I've worn it all day, and there's never an unsightly crease on my eyelid or a smear other than where the color is supposed to be. 

To apply, you can either use your finger or a brush like benefit's The Talent Brush. I'll use a brush to start, and then my fingertip to blend the lines. If you want to take it a step further(which I often do), put a layer of a bareMinerals eye shadow over it. I like to use Queen Tiffany(good with Birthday Suit) or Nude Beach(good with Strut or Stiletto). It tones down the color of the cream eyeshadow and gives it a little extra sparkle and shine.

Three of my favorite colors are:

Strut: Smokey Denim

Stilleto: Aubergine

Birthday Suit: Brushed Chrome

 
You can find benefit products at Ulta, Sephora, and online.

Jewelry to Help You Shine...

So before Christmas, I stumbled upon a little gem(no pun intended) while online...Jess LC Jewelry. They had a sale going on, so on a whim, I decided to see what they had to offer. I'm glad I did. I discovered that they had delicate, hand-made pieces perfect for layering or wearing alone. I promptly ordered a necklace and bracelet.

Franklin Braille Necklace

When I received my loot in the mail, I was not disappointed. I was so excited and pleased with the jewelry, that I even became a brand ambassador! Jess LC has several different lines, each one unique.

My favorite line might be the Franklin Collection. They are gold discs with an inspirational phrase hammered out in Braille(actual phrase is on the back). I choose "Be Thankful" and have received so many compliments. I also ordered a bracelet from the Diversey Collection and it's a great staple piece to have.

Diversey Single Paisley Bracelet

There is something for everyone from this amazing jewelry company, and each piece would make a wonderful gift that the recipient would wear for years to come. I plan on purchasing more in the future, but for now, I wanted to share my great find! Happy shopping!