Fourth of July is Coming....

My two favorite holidays are the 4th of July and New Year's Eve. I think it has something to do with the fireworks because I've never really been all too sentimental (auld lang syne) or patriotic so these holidays hold little value to me other than fun colors/sparkles/fireworks and fun times with friends.



Since beginning my Youtube channel this is my first 4th of July with you all so I decided I needed to show you how red, white, and blue can be fun and cute all in one. My latest video shows three different designs that I have come up with--unfortunately there are only so many ways to combine these colors so sorry if it seems a bit repetitive from other videos you've seen.



Here are some pics of the latest design:




This second design is my favorite probably because it looks the least traditional.

Another Animal Print

I really must say that I have never, ever, ever been a fan of animal prints until about 3 months ago and even then it had to be something special for me really like it. I guess the tacky animal prints of the 90's (specifically those worn by women in my family) really scarred me. After the Zebra Nail Tutorial I did I was feeling good about them, at least on my nails. So when leopard was requested I was worried. Well, it only took me two months to do it but I also added a little twist to it by making it pink! Who doesn't like pink?!

I can't say that I really changed any of the design except the color scheme. But, here's what it looks like:

Fergie Inspired Domino Nails!

For my first video back from the computer fiasco I chose a very simple but prevalent design--at least on Fergie. On numerous occasions, whether it be on the Internet or in magazines I can always find a picture of Fergie with the domino nail design. I like it! It's simple, quick, easy and a bit quirky--all things that attract me to the design!


So with that inspiration I put my own twist by switching up the numbers on the dominoes. I used and iridescent white for the base color and a "Stripe Rite" nail polish in black. Let me know what you think about this look in the comments section!

Modern blue/black flower and vine nail design

This definitely wasn't my best (any Dane Cook fans? come on')! I was heading out to a party and needed something semi normal and a bit classy. I didn't know what to do but had the general idea for contrasting colors and a "flowy" design so, this is what I came up with. I know that I have seen similar designs before but I can't remember where so I can't give credit.

Anyways, here are some pics:

Reviewing my Everyday Minerals-- so far!

Okay so here it is! What I like and what I don't and what is still in the middle in my opinion.

What I like:

• I love that I mixed my own foundation! It is perfect and I had fun experimenting with the colors that I received. I felt like a mixologist or an alchemist.
• The easy application--wow! I save so much time with mineral foundation that it is amazing! I feel fresh and look awake with little to no effort which is always a plus.
• The blushes are beautiful! The colors are exactly what I expected and they blend beautifully.
• Brushes--They are so soft and full and make application easy.

What's still undecided:

• Cosmetic Wet Wipes. They seem to take off my foundation and blush just fine but I am not sure they are for me. If you saw my youtube video about this haul I mentioned that these were the first wipes I had tried so perhaps it is just the process that isn't for me. I still need to use separate product for eye makeup remover so I don't see how these save a lot of time. However, after using these wipe my skin is soooo soft! So maybe they will grow on me yet!

What I am a little peeved about:

• The finish of my shimmery blushes. All in all I ended up with 3 matte blushes and 3 shimmers. While the colors are gorgeous the shimmer can be a little much. It's like having a built in highlighter but, if applied wrong I highlight my pores which don't need any more attention.

All in all I am super happy with my purchase and plan on making another one, sooner than later~!