New site! (www.girlonabudget.com) I wanted to create something separate from the makeup world, where I can focus on fashion and budget friendly items; so consider this site as an extension of www.nes...
Woohoo! First "real" post in a long time! (Still gotta share wedding pics, which ill save for another day soon since theres so many LOL.) So since ive been on hiatus, I havent really bought...
I know, I know, I always promise to stay but something manages to pull me away and its hard to maintain. Blogging is a full-time, dedicated thing. A drive I once had, and currently struggling to find...
So I thought id play around with some makeup and hair looks for the big day (90 days away from today!), just to sorta get an idea of what look I am going for....I definitely want something romantic. ...
I recently had the opportunity to try an Argan Oil from NuMe (www.numeonline.com, 4 fl. oz $59.99) which is described on their website as "Argan Oil is rich in Vitamin E and other beneficial fat...
Happy Halloween everyone! Freaky huh? I was inspired by Petriludes look he did on YouTube from the MAC Face Charts a few years ago, and thought it would be a fun way to incorporate it in my Zombie sc...
Outlined everything with black pencil eyeliner and liquid eyeliner, shaded tears with Mehron Creme Blend stick in White (also used it for the dots and powdered MAC Studio Careblend Pressed Powder in ...
I know, I have been terrible with blogging lately. I wish I was super woman and can do it all. With 155 days left until the big day, I have been so busy planning, gluing, taping, and basically trying...
Calling all makeup artists! The "Paw Palette" is an adjustable strap-on palette to fit any size wrist (www.crystalpowder.com); allowing you to mix and apply makeup as you work your magic on...
This Sedona Lace Vortex Brush Set was designed by the gorgeous and talented MakeupbyRenRen for Sedona Lace; and I had the wonderful opportunity to try it out! First of all, let me say that I absolute...
I recently had the opportunity to try out KIM Brushes (www.kimbrushes.com), where you can not only order brushes individually at such a great price (as low as $5), but can get pre-designed sets (Basi...
Hi ladies! I am having such a blast with my sisters before they leave for Washington, weve been going everywhere! We recently went to Disneyland, and the girls had a lot of fun, although it was tirin...
I love AVON products (at least some of the ones Ive tried) because they are so affordable! I was so excited to try their Extra Lasting Collection, which is their long-wearing makeup series designs to...
My sisters are in town (and have been since late July), so they have been keeping me busy since I am their tour guide and chauffeur. LOL. On top of that, we have moved offices! Same building, just di...
Check out this adorable customized brush roll from asoftblackstar.etsy.com. These brush rolls are HANDMADE (she is very talented!), and she puts a lot of time and effort into each one. She also make...
Here are swatches of the NYX Matte Lipsticks ($4.99) I snagged at IMATS: Indie Flick, Sweet Pink, and Shocking Pink. These lipsticks are gorgeous! Even though they have a matte finish, they are not a...
Yay! Finally the internet connection is back up at home, ugh I hate Time Warner. Our internet is either slow or not working like 80% of the time...cant wait till our contract is up so we can switch. ...
Finally have my IMATS Haul up! I still have TONS of reviews and posts to do, and pics to edit, but I am getting there! Dont worry INGLOT post is next! I didnt haul a lot as you can see, since I prett...
I had a blast yesterday hanging out with the girlies, Christiana, Aina, and J.Rose (Jackie). I brought my sister along and it was nice to hang out in Newport Beach, since there was a nice breeze to g...
I was in Washington last week to attend my little sisters graduation (from Junior High) and she had a dance right after so naturally she came to her big sis (me of course! lol) to do her hair and mak...
I have a fascination with retractable brushes. I just love how compact they are and that they have a cap to protect the bristles, its truly a space saver in my little makeup bag. Its rare to find an ...
I know its been ages since my last post, but ive been traveling and have not had much internet access to upload my pics, so finally I had some time to post up some pics from the industry/professional...
Since I am leaving for Las Vegas this weekend for the IECSC show and then heading out to Washington next week for my sisters graduation, I figured instead of bringing everything I own like usual (LOL...
My girlfriend and I went to get a manicure at a salon and they were selling a lot of the OPI Shatter nailpolishes and they had the Serena Glam Slam Kit! I was hunting this one down and was so happy t...
Happy Friday Friends! Hope your weekend is off to a great start! I recently had the opportunity to try the Bronze Patrol ($50) & Blush Patrol ($59) from Napoleon Perdis (www.napoleonperdis.com), ...
Dirty Cosmetics (www.dirty-cosmetics.com) is a new and funky makeup line based out in Los Angeles, and they were kind enough to send me their Lip Spark Lipstick ($15) in "Illusion" and thei...
Found this gorgeous purple glitter nailpolish called "One Less Lonely Glitter" at Target (around $7), and turns out its part of Justin Biebers collaboration with OPI- where he has his own c...
Product: 2 out of 5Packaging: 3 out of 5Quality: 1 out of 5Overall: 2 out of 5Where I bought it:WalmartPrice: $8.49 Would I buy again? No I went to Walmart last week and saw the crackle nailpolishes ...
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