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Unboxing September's Ipsy

Unboxing September’s Ipsy

I can’t believe its already time for another Ipsy bag! This is my third month of the Ipsy subscription service and I’m ready to say that I officially recommend it! For only $10 a month you receive a makeup bag and six items that range from sample size to full size. Everyone receives a different bag, personalized according to their preferences, skin tone, skin type, hair color, etc. So far, I have…

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Is Even Possible to be a Ethical Consumer? 

Well, Tropical Storm Irma knocked out our internet and knocked over our corn plants but we were otherwise spared any damage. Other people in our area weren’t so lucky and may not get power back for a week! I hope all of you are safe and cozy. I’ve read some interesting thoughts on ethical consumerism in the beauty industry lately, both on other people’s blogs and in the comments section of…

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My Most Disappointing Makeup Purchase

My Most Disappointing Makeup Purchase

Happy Friday, everyone! Today I’d like to talk about my most disappointing makeup purchase to date: the Urban Decay Naked Smoky palette. This may seem a little odd since I was just raving about another palette in this collection on Wednesday. Let me start by saying there is nothing wrong with this palette as far as quality goes. It performs just as well as any other Urban Decay palette that I…

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Project Pan: Urban Decay Naked Ultimate Basics Palette

Project Pan: Urban Decay Naked Ultimate Basics Palette

Hello again, I hope you are all transitioning back to real life after the long holiday weekend. I celebrated Labor Day by attending Dragon*Con, in case you were wondering why I didn’t blog much last week. Check out my Instagram for the highlights, including my Leaf (Game of Thrones) cosplay. Back to our regularly scheduled programming, I love the whole concept of Project Pan. The idea is to…

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August's Faves and Empties

August’s Faves and Empties

Good day, everyone. Another month has zoomed by and its time to review my favorite products for the month as well as the products that I emptied. Faves: First Aid Beauty Vitamin Hydrating SprayThis First Aid Beauty Vitamin Hydrating Spray appeared in last month’s Faves list and sadly its all gone. I will be repurchasing this item but I have two other hydrating sprays to empty before I do. I love…

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Unboxing August's Petit Vour

Unboxing August’s Petit Vour

I hope you are all having a great Friday. I’m having a great one because I’ve been trying out all the vegan goodies in this month’s Petit Vour subscription box. This Soapwalla Concentrated Repair Balm is actually not as greasy or heavy as it first appears. It contains moringa, prickly pear, arnica, horse chestnut, St. John’s wort, blue tansy, and frankincense. I’m excited about this product…

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My Makeup Artistry Portfolio 

Hey all! I’m ready to get out there and “beat some faces” as they say. (Why do they say that btw?) In order to officially put myself out there, I made an online portfolio at Lynnceefaulk.com. Give it a look, if you wouldn’t mind, and let me know any thoughts or constructive criticisms. I’d specifically like to know if I should include a menu of services including prices. This is an exciting time…

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Unboxing August's Ipsy

Unboxing August’s Ipsy

Hey gang, I’m really excited about this month’s Ipsy box. When I first saw the promo pics, I had my heart set on one bag in particular. Lo and behold, I got it! I love the purple and pink/orange ombre so much! I swear, Ipsy just gets me. Exhibit B: this nail polish. Vegan, cruelty-free, and the most gorgeous shade of gray with just a hint of purple. I’m due for a fill-in and I usually just pick…

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E.L.F Haul and Review

I recently treated myself to a few new products from E.L.F. Pictured above are swatches of the new lippies. From top to bottom are Champagne Glam, Tea Rose, Wine, and Burgundy. My favorite of the bunch is Wine, its the perfect blue-red for my complection. They all last for about half a day ot less before needing to be reapplied.  This 12 piece brush set came free with my order. They have soft,…

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My Master Makeup Class Experience

My Master Makeup Class Experience

I’m back! I missed you guys and I can’t wait to fill you in on what I was up to last week. I attended the Gwynnis Mosby Makeup Academy Master Class. Day One was packed with info on face shapes and how to do both structural analysis and facial analysis. We also learned a ton about the history of makeup and the defining looks of the last century. Day Two we got to dive in to highlighting and…

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Exciting Announcement! 

Hello all, I have some exciting news to share. This week I am attending the Gwynnis Mosby Makeup Academy. I will not be blogging this week but I will return next week (as a certified makeup artist!) Until then, have a great week. 

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Minimalism and Temptation 

Hello again, I hope you are all doing good. As part of my first steps toward minimalism, I recently decided not to buy any new eyeshadow palettes until I hit pan on at least one of them. I made this decision knowing that palettes are my weakness but some recent releases are proving to be mighty tempting for me. Many are complaining about the avalanche of warm, fall tones coming out right now but…

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Ulta Rewards Points Mini Haul

Ulta Rewards Points Mini Haul

I recently stopped by Ulta and discovered that I had quite a few points to cash in. I had enough for a decent-sized haul, so I thought I would share what I got. My absolute favorite purchase is the Becca Aqua Luminous Perfecting Foundation. I’m not as tan as I was last summer, so cashing in those points came right on time. The Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Foundation was at the top of my…

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July's Favorites and Empties

July’s Favorites and Empties

Happy Monday, everyone! Today I’d like to share with you some products that were good to the last drop and some of my favorites for the month of July. Empties I finished off my DevaCurl Light Defining Gel and One Condition Original, as well as my Regis Olive Oil Shampoo at the same time. The gel and shampoo are definite re-buys (you can read my full review on these products here). As far as the…

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National Lipstick Day (with swatches!)

National Lipstick Day (with swatches!)

Hello again! Tomorrow is National Lipstick Day and I thought the perfect way to celebrate would be to swatch every lipstick I own! Indoors with flash Outdoors in natural light Top to Bottom: NYX Xtreme Shine Lip Cream “Natural”; NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream “Cannes”; NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream “Madrid”; Anastasia Beverly Hills “Pure Hollywood”; Anastasia Beverly Hills “Lovely”; Kat Von D “Melancholia”;…

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Unboxing July's Petit Vour

Unboxing July’s Petit Vour

Hey gang, its time for another Petit Vour subscription box! For those not familiar with Petit Vour, it is a monthly beauty box with a focus on high-end vegan and cruelty-free products. This is my second month with this service and I loved my box from last month. Including a face mist in the July box was a smart move because it is so hot! Its so nice to pull this Sea Minerals Mist from Osea out of…

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My Cruelty-Free Wish List

My Cruelty-Free Wish List

I’ve been working on buying less lately, so as a result my wishlist has gotten pretty long. Admittedly, some of these are more wants than needs, but that’s the fun of online shopping, no commitment. 1. Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Water Foundation   Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Water Foundation   The Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Water Foundation will probably turn into a buy because I will need to…