My Drugstore Brow Routine for Light + Sparse Brows

July 2, 2014 By StephanieLouise 87Leave a Comment2014-07-02+15%3A18%3A00StephanieLouise

My Milani Drugstore Brow Routine for Lighter Colored Eyebrows + Routine

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I have been having a semi-public battle with my brows long before blogging. I really fight to find that perfect brow balance…& with my personal eyebrows it tends to be tough. How much plucking is too much? Why are my brows so thin there? Geez- is that really the right color? I’ve been using the Milani Brow Fix Brow Kit in Light for years now- & here are two more products to add to my arsenal. Keep reading to see how these Milani products have helped to shape my difficult brows! [Read more…]

Orange is the New Black Nicky Inspired Makeup Tutorial

June 30, 2014 By StephanieLouise 89Leave a Comment2014-06-30+21%3A37%3A00StephanieLouise

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Orange is the New Black is one of my favorite shows currently…so we quickly flew through the 2nd season. I’ll make sure not to reveal any major spoilers but this season was intense (which was expected) but also full of awesome twists. One of my favorite characters on the series (which is on Netflix for those who haven’t indulged yet!) is Nicky aka Nichols who is just a seriously awesome character. She’s rough one minute & understanding the next but always speaks her mind. In collaboration a few other vloggers & bloggers (linked below!) we sought to cover some of our favorite characters- keep reading to check out my look! [Read more…]

Urban Decay Electric Palette- Bright Tropical Eye Tutorial + Collab

June 25, 2014 By StephanieLouise 92Leave a Comment2014-06-25+23%3A57%3A00StephanieLouise

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Have you noticed I’ve been absent? Bleck. Home stuff. I apologize. I am also late late late on this collab with the lovely Laura of My Newest Addiction who had her video up promptly yesterday. Check out her beautiful bright look here! I immediately knew I wanted to use the Urban Decay Electric Palette because I’ve had it just sitting there looking all gorgeous…staring at me. Judging. So here it goes & I hope you dig it!

So here’s my video tutorial which I actually enjoyed filming. I hope you’re subscribed to my channel on youtube so you never miss one! I have another video tutorial coming up tomorrow as well- see I’m making up for lost time! Here’s Laura’s video here!

This look didn’t photograph as true to color as I had hoped but I think it is pretty easy to see on camera! I used the Jordana12 Hour Made to Last Eye Pencil in Eternal White as my base. This really helps these shadows both cling & pop on the eye. I use it the most often- so much better than NYX Milk by the way! No creasing & it really lasts! The Urban Decay Electric Palette really does need a base though- you don’t want staining & without it the colors aren’t nearly as vibrant. Please note that not all of the shades in this palette have been okayed for use around the eye area so use them at your own digression.

I used the shades Thrash, Jilted, & Urban in that order with the brush that comes in the palette as well as the Real Techniques Essential Crease Brush. I then used the powder & the blush in the ItCosmetics CC+ Radiance Palette ( I reviewed this palette + an It Cosmetics set here!) along with the Real Techniques Multi Task Brush. I love these brushes- I make no apologies for it! My lip color is the OCC Stained Glass Lip Tar in New Wave…I really liked it about 5-7 minutes after application but in the video it doesn’t look as good I don’t think.

So there you have it! I hope you dig my tropical look using the Urban Decay Electric Palette. What shades do you want to see from this palette next? Any favorite combos?

Glamour Doll Eyes Insider Unboxing & Swatches for June 2014 + Eye Looks

June 19, 2014 By StephanieLouise 94Leave a Comment2014-06-19+16%3A16%3A00StephanieLouise

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It’s that time again! The time where I show you the gorgeous shades I’ll be working with this month from Glamour Doll Eyes & taking a look back at my looks from May! Keep reading to check it all out!

So this month all of the shades were gorgeous as usual but also some that I had been missing from my collection! A blender shade…another that might double as a highlight…overall really gorgeous all over again. All the eyeshadow looks at the end of the video are broken down below! Please remember to subscribe & give this video a like on youtube so I know you like them!

Look #1: Glamour Doll Eyes Flawless, Dirt Jeans, & Prankster.

Look #2: Glamour Doll Eyes Unicorn & Shaded Orchid.

Look #3: Glamour Doll Eyes Dino Spotz & Foil Me on the center of the lid for a more metallic look.

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Look #4: You can see the breakdown of my Wicked eye makeup in its own devoted post here!

Hope you enjoyed this month’s unboxing for my Glamour Doll Insider package & my 4 looks from last month! I think my favorite was the last one 🙂 Any color combos you want to see this month? Glamour Doll Eyes products can be found here.

Makeup Geek Pigment in Blitz Eyeshadow Look- Blue Eyes Need It!

June 11, 2014 By StephanieLouise 100Leave a Comment2014-06-11+22%3A36%3A00StephanieLouise

Makeup Geek Blitz Eyeshadow Pigment & Vanilla Bean Makeup Look

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I have picked up quite the Makeup Geek collection as of late- only pigments & eyeshadows but still. I’ve been using them a lot in real life but then realized I haven’t been posting them on the blog- shame on me! I wanted to show you one of my newer Makeup Geek pigments in Blitz which I wore to see Maleficent- keep reading to check it out!

If you have blue eyes like me then I hope you know all about the wonders of copper shades. I pressed this onto my lid with a gripping base so it was really pigmented. The only other shade I used was to buff out the edges & highlight- Makeup Geek single eyeshadow in Vanilla Bean.

This shade is a red/brown based copper with shimmer that is metallic when used foiled. I’m really loving it. Loose pigments aren’t always my favorite thing but these are so crazy pigmented that I think I make less of a mess. These containers do come super full so it is messy at least the first few times- totally worth it for the extra product though!

The lipstick I’m wearing here is MAC True Love’s Kiss from the Maleficent Collection which I reviewed here. On my cheeks is Benefit Rockateur which I have really been loving this lately! I wanted to keep everything besides my eyes & lips simple which is why I didn’t add a whole lot of extra colors to me eyes.

What are your Makeup Geek must haves? What colors make your eye color really pop?

Easy Pop of Color Summer Look with Laura Mercier + Reviews

June 4, 2014 By StephanieLouise 1081 Comment2014-06-04+13%3A26%3A00StephanieLouise

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Ever fallen in love with a look so hard that you just repeat it over & over? I have been absolutely obsessed with the look & color combo so don’t be surprised if you see it in upcoming videos & such. With the humidity completely settled in & here to stay I’ve been looking at more comfortable/effortless skin & long wearing, comfortable makeup on the rest of my face. Keep reading to see how Laura Mercier makes this look possible! [Read more…]

My Fantastical Makeup to Attend Wicked at the Orpheum Theater in Omaha

May 27, 2014 By StephanieLouise 1132 Comments2014-05-27+14%3A07%3A00StephanieLouise

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First let me take a moment to absolutely freak about the awesomeness of the Wicked production. I’m a nerd indeed but it was fantastic. I knew I wanted to wear the glitter I got in my Glamour Doll Eyes Insider package which I unboxed here. I absolutely couldn’t believe how spectacularly perfect this green, gold, & holo mix would be! I added in some other Glamour Doll Eyes shades as well- keep reading to check it out!

I took some photos of the theater & to not completely make this post entirely too long I am putting a post of the gorgeous theater & my thoughts (& Ryan’s!) on the show! It isn’t sponsored & they have no idea who we are- we bought the tickets ourselves. I’ll be putting those photos up tomorrow for Wordless Wednesday on Home in High Heels.

So I apologize for zero full face shots of this look without my cell phone. I won’t even lie- was totally running late! I snapped these in the car & while they aren’t perfect I think you can get the general idea!

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I figured I’d throw this photo of my hair in too- this was like 5ish hours later & I had pulled some of my pins out before thinking to snap this. Sorry! I used a jumbo bun shaper & my hair is so long & thick that it almost creates like a double bun which I love. If you guys want a video tutorial on this just let me know.

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On my eyes I used Glamour Doll Eyes eyeshadows & glitter. First I started with a black cream base which I smudged out to make sure my colors looked more smoky. I applied Hitchhiker on my eyelid & Morocco on my outter. I like the contrast of the brown with black eyeliner- I didn’t want it to be super dark just smoky. I applied Flawless as my highlight & to blend out any harsh lines.

I used a glitter glue on the inner part of my eye & applied the new Glitter Tube from Glamour Doll Eyes in Waiting for Disaster which might the the most fantastical thing EVER. I didn’t want to go full on green & black so I really liked the way these shades blended together in the end. I added some winged linger & mascara- boom done!

On my cheeks I have Rockateur Blush from Benefit which is a shade I seem to reach for more & more. It is kind of a blush/highlight so it is great when I’m running low on time too. On my lips I am wearing Milani Color Statement Lipstick in Nude Cream. This shade is so comfortable & with a watermelon scent- also a joy to reapply when needed.

So that’s it! I hope you guys enjoyed seeing my look! Don’t forget to check out more photos of the beautiful theater on my lifestyle blog tomorrow for Wordless Wednesday here- Home in High Heels.

Laura Geller Baked Stackable Macaroons Set for Face & Eyes Swatches + Reviews

May 16, 2014 By StephanieLouise 1182 Comments2014-05-16+14%3A08%3A00StephanieLouise

Laura Geller Baked Stackable Macaroons for Face & Eyes Review Swatches with Blush, Highlighter, & Eyeshadow via @stephlouiseatb

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I was really surprised when checking in on the ULTA site because I know I saw the Laura Geller Baked Stackable Macaroons Set come out sometime last year! I did a bit of searching & indeed- it looks like it came out for Holiday 2013 but is now on the ULTA site. I’m not sure if I missed it or if it made a comeback but I was keen to check them out for myself! Keep reading to see all nine shades- 3 for eyes, 3 for cheeks, & 3 highlight shades!

From ULTA: A delightful assortment of Baked confections awaits! Swirls of liquid pigments are baked on terracotta pans for 24 hours and finished by hand to create three complementary NEW shades each of blush, highlighter and eyeshadow in soft washes of silky, long-wearing color. Inspired by luxurious, light-as-air sweets, these gorgeous goodies are perfect for creating unlimited looks for the face and eyes.

I was honestly hesitant to buy this set because I didn’t see people leaning one way or another in the reviewer section. They seriously love or hate it which, although likely completely true, is confusing as a customer. I don’t know how long this set will be availible but I figured for everyone else out there considering purchasing this post would be helpful to decide if it for you or not. I’m personally pretty familiar with Laura Geller baked products- some contain glitter, some glow, & some are nearly metallic. You won’t find matte in this collection so I won’t even go there on this one!

I think the packaging is adorable- a sweet macaroon inspired gift box with a trio of boxes topped with a macaroon containing your shades. It is simple & clean so it isn’t too young or mature feeling but somewhere in-between. Each shade comes in a nice sized compact housing1.8 grams of products each- which will last you ages since it is baked. I have a few eyeshadows & these are the same- half the top is clear plastic & the other half is an interior mirror.

All swatches are foiled on bare skin. Applied dry they’re softer & not as pigmented but I wanted to show what you can get at full pigmentation. Possibilities are endless really because these are baked- your shades might lean a bit more one way or another.The only shade I really take issue with dry I’ll address below.

Laura Geller Baked Brulee Highlighters in Honey Lavender, Toasted Coconut, & Dulce de Leche.

Aren’t these swirled shades beautiful? Honey Lavender has the most gorgeous swirls of lavender throughout it. Toasted Coconut is an amazing beige, so easy to wear & the perfect highlighter for all over the face & eyes. Dulce de Leche is also beige but more brown toned & deeper. I have to have a careful hand with this one on the cheeks but I love it on the eyes!

Swatches left to right: Laura Geller Baked Brulee Highlighters in Honey Lavender, Toasted Coconut, & Dulce de Leche.

Laura Geller Baked Brulee Blushes in Gingerbread, Lychee Rose, & Cassis Violet.

I think this is my favorite trio & the most expected! Gingerbread is a surprise hit- in the pan it was hard for me to see how it would look on my cheeks but the copper-y shade is lovely! Lychee Rose is an amazing coral pink- really stunning. Cassis Violet is a beautiful plummy violet with a sheen & smoothness that applies perfectly.

Swatches left to right: Laura Geller Baked Brulee Blushes in Gingerbread, Lychee Rose, & Cassis Violet.

Laura Geller Baked Brulee Eyeshadows in Orange Blossom, Mocha Latte, & Chestnut.

I honestly think these could have been bronzers & been a trio of face products but since they can be used all over the face I think of them as multi-purpose. Orange Blossom is the messiest of the bunch- the gold flecks looked like this before I even touched it. I have a really hard time applying this dry though so I recommend using it wet to avoid lots of fallout. Mocha Latte is more of a red based brown & applies well wet or dry. Very even in texture. Chestnut could have been in the highlighter category for me actually & it’s a very light taupe-y beige. This one also applies well & is definitely a multi-tasker shade.

Swatches left to right: Laura Geller Baked Brulee Eyeshadows in Orange Blossom, Mocha Latte, & Chestnut.

I think this set of nine is an excellent value- this is set is also available online only for $49. Laura Geller baked products (& usually any baked products) take a nice, long time to get through. They also have the benefit of being used wet or dry. All of the shades are beautiful most have multiple uses as well. If you’re interested & know that these are all going to contain shimmer then I recommend checking it out for yourself while it is still available.

Which Laura Geller baked products are your favorite? Have you checked out this kit?

Glamour Doll Eyes Insider Unboxing & Swatches for May 2014 + Glitter + Puppies!

May 15, 2014 By StephanieLouise 119Leave a Comment2014-05-15+21%3A44%3A00StephanieLouise

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It’s that time again! The time where I show you the gorgeous shades I’ll be working with this month from Glamour Doll Eyes & taking a look back at my looks from April! Keep reading to check it all out!

So this month’s video was…fun? Crazy? I filmed it today so you be the judge! The big takeaway is I’m wearing that glitter to go see Wicked & dogs really want attention when I film. All the information is listed in the downbar here including info on the shades & what I’m wearing. Please remember to like & subscribe if you haven’t already! Also any information on becoming a Glamour Doll Eyes Insider!

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LOOK #1 : Glamour Doll Eyes Secretive, Cajun, Risky Business, Relentless, Cotton Candy, Social Suicide, & Angel Wings.

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LOOK #2 : Glamour Doll Eyes Pipedream & Flawless.

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LOOK #3 : Glamour Doll Eyes Pipedream, Flawless, Undercover, Down & Dirty, & Social Suicide.

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LOOK #4 :Glamour Doll Eyes Recruit, Spider Sense, Angel Wings, & a touch of Foil Me.

Alter Ego Palette Tag & Collab: It Cosmetics Naturally Pretty Palette

May 13, 2014 By StephanieLouise 1231 Comment2014-05-13+14%3A04%3A00StephanieLouise

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Laura from My Newest Addiction have been blogging friends a really long time so it only makes sense we decided to do our first video collab together! We wanted to both use the It Cosmetics Naturally Pretty Palette because she is so stunning & versatile. When we came up with the Alter Ego Palette idea we thought it would make a great tag too!

How does it work? Pick one of your favorite palettes & zero in on shades you use the least then create a look!

Keep reading to check out my results! [Read more…]