Makeup Tips & Hacks You've Learned

Hello Cuties~

     Today's post is a useful one, "makeup tips & hacks you've learned"!

     I can't even remember where I heard or saw this trick, but it's helped me tremendously.  When applying eyelashes, I now use two layers.  Let the first layer dry completely, and let the second layer get "tacky" or "sticky" before finally applying.  The person explained it in a way I related to a lot.  They mentioned how older lashes tend to stick better versus brand new lashes.  It's usually because there's a layer of old glue that's left behind anyway (gross I know but admit it, you've reused some lashes that weren't cleaned beforehand. . . )  We do want to clean our lashes though; even if that means just peeling off the old glue.  We don't want too much glue caked onto the lash strip.

     Another tip I've found that works for me is using an adhesive eyeliner.  The eyeliner glue in combination with the two layers of actual eyelash glue keeps my lashes in place ALL day.  It may seem like a lot to do or a lot of glue on your eyes, but as long as you take the time to properly remove your falsies, everything is good.

     Speaking of removing lashes, a good tip is to use liquid makeup remover on a Q-tip.  Saturate the Q-tip and run it over the lash band on your eye until it loosens up all the glue.  And your falsies should slide off like butter!

     Perhaps most people already know this, but use oil based products to remove lip products; especially liquid matte and lip stains.

     The final step to your makeup is setting spray.  I then like to use a beauty blender to blot (lightly pat) areas I used setting powder.  It doesn't happen often, but some sprays and powders behave strangely together.  The set powder can become "spotted".  You can see where the droplets of setting spray have dried.  By using a beauty blender, you prevent this and give the face a flawless dry-down.  

     I hope you enjoyed this post!  Let me know if you use any of these tips and how they work out for you.

xoxo, Amiman♥

Five Items Under $5 | Makeup 👄

Hello Cuties~

     I thought why not do a "traditional" blog entry today.  I'm still using the blog challenge I found months before as reference.  Today's entry will be "five items under five dollars".

     Personally I believe there are some aspects of makeup that you should go cheap on.  I understand splurging on things like foundation or setting sprays, but these are a few items I think people should switch to.  

Ruby Kisses Forever Matte lipstick

     Usually no more than $2.99 in most beauty supply stores.  (Currently $4 on amazon)  There are 24 (?) lovely shades.  I gave this lipstick line a chance years ago after I couldn't get my hands on Colourpop's "Limbo" lipstick.  (Wasn't it discontinued for a while?)  ANYWAY, I found it to be a nice dupe!  So far I have 2 shades from Ruby Kisses and they perform the same as Colourpop's in my opinion.  I will definitely buy more!

Cherry Blossom lashes

     In every local beauty supply I visit, they're usually $1.99 or $2.99.  On their site for $3.00.  These are my go to eyelashes!  I love the gradation in size and I'm just a sucker for spaced out / "spikey" lashes.  They're extremely lightweight too considering how large they appear.  (Actually . . . don't switch to these, because I'll never be able to find them again ( ﾟ^∀^ﾟ))

NYX butter gloss

     These are $5.00 and totally worth it!  So many shades it's insane.  (Just wish the "intense" line stayed around . . )  The sweet smell is intoxicating.  They apply so smoothly.  And you can usually find these in Ulta as well.

L.A. Girl Pro Concealer

     Just about everyone has heard of or seen these bad boys.  They used to be about $2 - 3 some years ago . . . (￢_￢;)  Now they are five dollars on the official website.  If you're lucky you can find them in Ulta for $3.99!  I'm still a fan of this product.  There are SO many shades (30+) as well as color correctors.  The application is one of my favorite things about this concealer, it helps tremendously with contouring my nose!  

Essence Lash Princess liner

     I have not gotten my hands on this yet!  But!  I've heard good things AND it's always sold out.  So that means it's got to be good, right?  This eyeliner pen comes in 2 colors and in a waterproof variation.  It's $4.99 and can be found at Ulta (I haven't seen it in cvs yet . . . ).  I don't care what you say, eyeliner is eyeliner; pens will dry out, so you might as well buy them cheap!  (the speed at which my KVD liner dried out almost drove me to kill xD)

     What are some affordable makeup and skincare items you'd recommend?  Have you tried any of these ones I've listed?  Are you interested in any of the items?

xoxo, Amiman♥

Makeup Survival Kit

Hello Cuties~

     Hope everyone is well~  I wanted to do another blog challenge entry today~  This one actually touches on something I talked about in my "What's in my Bag" post.  The good 'ol makeup survival kit.  In that previous post, my makeup bag doesn't really represent what all I wish I could carry everyday.  Here's what I wish I could carry every time I leave the house in makeup.

𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓑𝓪𝓼𝓲𝓬𝓼

things you shouldn't be caught without

     Eyelash glue!  I can't even count the amount of times I go to check on my makeup and the corner of my falsies are lifting.  (҂ `з´ )  (it has become less of a problem recently, but I still never leave the house without it!)

     It's been a go-to for years and the term "powder room" is for good reason.  Keep a setting powder on hand!  Translucent is best since it'll just reduce the shine from your skin without altering the color of your base.  *Preferably carry one with a powder puff! (Unless you feel like bringing a brush with you.)

𝓽𝓸𝓾𝓬𝓱-𝓾𝓹𝓼

things you might want to have to fix your base make

     Concealer!  You never know what could happen.  Maybe you went too hard at lunch and rubbed the makeup around your mouth?  Better safe than sorry.

     Eyeliner!  Again, you never know what could happen!  You might forget you're wearing makeup and smudge everything by rubbing your eyes.  Or maybe you're like me and ran out of time to fully do your makeup at home, so you're doing it on the go.

     Lipstick and lip gloss, honestly this could also be a "basic" need.  It's common to have to reapply these throughout the day.

𝓽𝓸𝓸𝓵𝓼

you get the idea (lol)

     Tweezers!  Perfect for helping you reapply those pesky falsies.  (Or what ever tool you may use for applying them.)

     Powder puffs incase the setting powder you're carrying doesn't come with one.  This will help you blot any excess oils from your face.

     Compact mirror or a hand mirror, whatever floats your boat~  But we need to be able to check on our makeup at any given time! (I constantly lose mine hehe. . . )

𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓰𝓲𝓻𝓵𝓼 𝓽𝓱𝓪𝓽 𝓰𝓮𝓽 𝓲𝓽. . .

items you didn't know you needed

     Blotting papers!  Sometimes the struggle is real and you want to use these alongside setting powder to remove oils.

     Fans!!!  Cannot stress this enough, being from the south, it's always a good idea to carry one.  

     Eyedrops!  Wearing circle lenses for hours can be hard on the eyes.  Your eyes will sing praises the minute you use these (lol).

     I know . . . I'm crazy.  But I don't think carrying around a spare pair of circle lenses is a bad idea.

     Might as well throw in a contact case and travel solution to top everything off!

     That's it, that's my makeup survival kit!  If I had the perfect makeup bag and purse to hold all of this, I'd be the happiest (and most prepared) Gal ever!  Now this is just what I think.  So, what would be in your makeup survival kit?

xoxo, Amiman♥

Favorite Makeup Trends

Hello Cuties~

     I hope you're all doing fine (and staying healthy)!  I'm continuing my quarantine.  Today actually marks day five.  The first two days were awful, I was in so much pain I couldn't do much but roll around in bed.  But I'm doing a lot better now, I just hope to test negative soon.  

     Last post, although brief, I was looking for something to maybe talk about.  And I happened upon a blogging challenge that I found relative enough to this blog.  I won't do every entry of the challenge, instead I will pick the topics that inspire me.  And of course I will tweak the topics to Gyaru status!  That being said, let's jump into my first entry!

｡*:☆☆ Favorite Makeup Trends ☆☆:*｡

     Currently, my fav Gyaru makeup trend is pronounced / emphasized namida bukuro.

     This is the puffy under eye area or "aegyo-sal" if you're more familiar with the Korean terminology.  I've seen in a lot more in Gyaru makeup these days.  I think it's super cute!  (Also see : super bright or white under eye.  Both trends go hand in hand but I love this trend all the same.)

     In the past, we've seen namida bukuro done as show above, but lately Gals have gone the extra mile.  Models are now using darker eyeliner in place of natural or subtle eyeshadow under the tear bags.  Here are a few that rock the trend recently.

Chunri @happychunri0426

Erika @iametann

Neon @_neo23n

     Another trend I'm loving recently is the emphasized lid crease.  This one's kind of awkward to explain in words, but the line where you would place a cut crease is exaggerated with dark liner.  Chopa is known for doing this trend along with namida bukuro!

Chopa @9696chopasama

Olivia @sei.bby

     What I'd give for my makeup skills to improve (｡T ω T｡).  All of these gals inspire me~  I want to try some of these trends some day!  I am a little worried about the last one though (I have a hard enough time with cut crease placement lmao xD).  What are some makeup trends that you follow or admire?

xoxo, Amiman♥