Illamasqua

My first ever buy of Illamasqua makeup was at IMATS in London (International Makeup Artist Trade Show) I hadn't really heard of this brand before. Since then, I've been stocking up on my Illamasqua goodies always looking at new products that they have! 

These are my Illamasqua pencils, I currently have 5 of them and they retail at £13 each. These can be used on the eyes and on the lips. These are highly pigmented and they stay on for hours!

I also have a foundation (LF 140) and the Illumine Oil (Volt) by Illamasqua. Unfortunately, both of these products have now been discontinued. There are products on the Illamasqua website similar to the Liquid Light Foundation. Both of these products retailed at £25. The foundation gives a light coverage and is long lasting. The Illumine Oil can be used as a base or on top of as foundation. It gives a shimmery, light-reflecting finish.

Check out the Illamasqua website here!

1950's inspired!

I have always loved make-up and hairstyles from the Fifties. One of the most iconic women from the 1950's is Marilyn Monroe. She always wore her famous red lip, cat-eye flicked eye liner, and strong brows. 

I re-created the 1950's makeup look and tried out some different hairstyles that fit the era. 

For this look I used:

- Illamasqua Illumine Oil 

- Illamasqua Light Liquid Foundation (LF 140)

- MUA Pressed Powder (Shade 1)

- MUA Blusher (Shade 6) 

- Collection 2000 Liquid Eyeliner (Black)

- MUA Matte Eyeshadow (Brown)

- False Eyelashes by Eldora

- Benefit High Beam (1C1A)

- Rimmel Extreme Black Volume Flash Mascara

- Illamasqua Pencil (Feisty)

- Rimmel Lipstick (Holler 085)

- Red Herring Lip Gloss (Red)

I curled my hair with straighteners and then brushed the curls out softly. I tried different hair styles incorporating a red bandanna (bought off eBay for £1!)

Here's the finished look!

Nails: Black & Teal

I decided that I wanted to create a simple but statement look on my nails. To do this I used:

- Barry M nail paint in 'Aqua Glitter' (231)

- ELF nail varnish in 'Black' (#D19)

- Barry M Top coat in 'Clear' (54)

- Nail gem wheel containing teal coloured gems

To begin I applied a base coat to my nails, the top coat by Barry M doubles up as a basecoat so it's a really good nail varnish to have. Once that'd dried, I then applied ELF's Black polish to my nails leaving out the ring finger on both hands. I applied two coats of the black.

To the ring finger I applied one coat of Aqua Glitter, once dry I added another coat and immediately started to add the gems on top of the nail varnish as it acts like a glue when wet. To apply the gems I used a small amount of blue tac on the end of an orange wood stick (wooden cuticle pusher).

When I had finished applying the gems I applied a top coat to all my nails and left them to dry. This nail design is quite time-consuming when you apply the gems but it looks really effective once finished!

bareMinerals

I've always wanted to try bareMinerals makeup, but could never afford to buy myself a set. For my 19th birthday I received the bareMinerals get started set in medium. 

This set includes:

- Original SPF 15 Foundation in Medium (C25)

- Original SPF 15 Foundation in Medium Beige (N20)

- Original Mineral Veil

- Warmth All-Over Face Colour

- Full Flawless Face Brush

- Flawless Application Face Brush

- Maximum Coverage Concealer Brush

- Prime Time Foundation Primer

-Get Started DVD

I found this set in Harvey Nicholls for £49, although you can buy it online for cheaper (usually £30+) 

BareMinerals claims to cover redness, rosacea, acne, breakouts, dark circles and uneven skin tone. I have used it several times; it does cover dark circles very easily, although, when I use this on breakouts it doesn't work wonders like it says it does. For everything else it claims to cover, it does!

The bareMinerals foundation comes in a powder form, but once it is applied to the skin it has a cream-like texture. It makes the skin feel soft and smooth and gives an even, natural finish.

I would recommend this to people who like to wear make-up that doesn't look too heavy and gives a natural, healthy glow.

Robot!

The other night I decided to have a play about with some face paint and makeup. I created this 'Robot' inspired look:

For the base of the 'robot' makeup, I used the silver facepaint from the Aquacolor palette by Kryolan. I then built up the silver with various blue and silver eye shadows. To outline I used Collection 2000 liquid liner in Black. The fake blood around the outside is also by Kryolan.

This was a fun look to do as it gave me chance to be really creative!

MUA's "Undressed" palette!

I recently bought the ''Undressed'' palette by MUA. It is made up of 12 different shades that are a combination of nude shimmers and mattes. It's perfect for everyday make-up and for creating dramatic, smoky eyes!

I would highly recommend this product to people who aren't confident in applying eye make-up, as the colours are subtle and easy to blend. There is even a 'how-to' on the back of the palette!

Priced at only £4, it's a bargain!

Sparkle

I decided that I needed a new glitter nail varish. The majority of my nail varnishes are by Barry M. I love Barry M products, the eye and lip products are very highly pigmented, so it gives a strong, bold colour. The nail varnishes are the same! 

I bought a glitter nail varnish in "Aqua" from Superdrug for only £2.99, BARGAIN!

 I painted a base coat on my nails, once dry I applied one coat of the glitter. I added another coat of the glitter nail varnish. Once it had dried, I finished this off with a top coat.

Finished results, lovely sparkly nails! 

College Work

I spent 2 years at college studying Media Make-up Level 2 & 3. I absolutely loved this as it gave me a chance to express myself and be creative! In the first year I learnt basic make-ups, basic body art, weaving hair and beauty (well, only eye treatments!) In the second year I learnt more advanced make-ups and I was able to be more creative! I also learnt more body art, camouflage makeup, SFX (special effects), ageing and airbrushing.

Below are some images of my work which are from both years at college! Enjoy! 

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My first ever body paint, "Superman"

Robot leg body paint

The Caterpillar from 'Alice in Wonderland' practice body paint

Half skull face paint

Avant Garde leopard print look

1960's makeup look

'Alice in Wonderland' Final piece

Prom makeup 

Simple makeup look

1950's makeup

'Pinocchio' look using a prosthetic nose and face paint

Camouflage makeup on stretch marks

First Ever Post!

My name is Dominique and I'm 19 years old. Make-up is my passion and I love creating new looks. On this blog I'll be posting different make-up and face paint looks, inspiration, posting about different products and maybe a few ''how-to's'', Hope you enjoy my blog! :) x