Alcone at Home: Perfect Eyeliner Pen Review & Giveaway

   

       Wearing eyeliner is part of my daily makeup routine.  My favorite type of liners to use are the liquid eyeliner pens, preferably with fine brush tips.  I purchased the Perfect Eyeliner Pen by Alcone at Home, a few months ago for myself, and it definitely falls into my favorites category, alongside my Dolly Wink liquid eyeliner.  This midnight black color is quite opaque.

         With this eyeliner, you can create both thin or thick clean lines. It is smudge-proof and stays put.  It can last even longer with primer, especially if you have oily eyelids.  Here are the swatches:

   
                        Here's a clip of me rubbing the swatches. It really does stay on for hours!



    This is definitely one of my most loved and used daily eyeliners.  I would love to share this perfect line brush pen with you by doing a giveaway.   :)  You have a chance to win your very own Alcone at Home eyeliner!

How to enter for a chance to win:

1) You must create a New Account free on my Alcone site here so I can ship the eyeliner to the winner of this giveaway and to be informed of future special discounts and promotions.

2) Follow my blog and leave one comment on this post.

3) Like my Facebook Page here :)


And that's it! This is open internationally.  Good luck to everyone!

Winner will be contacted on November 5, 2013.




FTC:  This post contains affiliate links and giveaway is sponsored by Alcone at Home.  All opinions are my own.

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Review: Wet n Wild Mega Last Lip Color

      

  Searching for a new long-lasting lipstick, I came across Wet n Wild's Mega Last Lip Color at my local CVS.  Wet n Wild has always been a brand within my makeup collection.  The Mega Last Lip Color retails for $1.99 each.  Lucky for me, these lip colors were on sale for 2/$3.
     



     These lip colors claim to be matte-finish, hydrating and last 4 hours.  On Wet n Wild's website, they offer 26 colors.  At my CVS they had 12 colors.  I picked up 4 colors:  Bare It All, Mocha-licious, Muave Outta Here and Wine Room.

Here are the swatches:

     I have been using these lip colors for over a week now, and I highly recommend them.  As far as lasting for 4 hours, they absolutely can if you are not planning on eating or drinking anything during that time period.  After eating and drinking, I noticed the color on the middle part of my lips faded, but just a bit.  I had to pretty much reapply only 

on that area. The rest of the lips kept the color on well.  

      I would say that they are definitely matte-finished and creamy when applying it to your lips.  Initially, it feels generously rich.  However, about over 30 mins after application, my lips don't feel as hydrated as when I first applied the color.  My lips would start to feel dry in the outer corners and middle part of my lips.  It also could be that I have always had "dry" lips.  I usually have to use chapsticks or lip balms.  If you don't have this problem, it may not be an issue for you.  This formula feels considerably more hydrating than a lot of other brands I have tried that states to be long wearing. 

 This could be from the Coenzyme 10 and Vitamins A&E ingredients.  

The color does transfer when you kiss your hand or loved one on the cheek, 

yet I love how it never stuck to my teeth at all.  My favorite color of the four is Wine Room.  

Wet n Wild Mega Last Lip Color in Wine Room 906D

  Overall, I enjoy and appreciate this product from Wet n Wild.  For $1.99, you get a very opaque, creamy, matte-finished, pretty long wearing lip color.  What more could you

 ask for?  I will definitely be purchasing more colors from the Mega Last Lip Color Line.  :)

Check out more photos on my Instagram :)

All opinions are my own. Wet n Wild products were purchased with my own money.

October 6, 2013

NY FASHION WEEK: RACHEL ZOE SPRING 2014 COLLECTION MAKEUP LOOK WITH ALCONE AT HOME

         

September 11, 2013

       Inspiring fashion designer, Rachel Zoe,  reveals her Spring 2014 collection at the Studio at MBFW.  This collection consisted of many facets of lifestyle fashion, such as apparel for going on holidays, formal events and even casual wear.

              

      

    Rachel Zoe's designs were fitting for the modern day jet-setter.  Many ensembles included shorts, trousers, and comfortable dresses.

THE MAKEUP

The runway models were gorgeous and bronzed beauties!

The sun-kissed complexion and berry lips produced a stunning artistry.

Get this look with Alcone At Home

Alcone Liquid Sunshine

The Beauty Blender

Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes Waterproof Pencil

Perfect Eyeshadows in #14 and #3

Il Makiage Lipstick in a Tube #5

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               Alcone At Home is your one stop shop where you can purchase all your professional makeup needs.  

                FTC: I am affiliated with Alcone At Home. Some links are affiliate links.  All opinions are my own.

Model photos credit to wwd.com and mbfashionweek.com

  

NY FASHION WEEK: JENNY PACKHAM SPRING 2014 COLLECTION MAKEUP LOOK WITH ALCONE AT HOME

September 10, 2013

                 As fashion designer, Jenny Packham, celebrates her 25th anniversary this year, she also exhibits her lovely Spring 2014 Collection at MBFW Studio.

I can best describe this years collection with these words:

  elegant, luxurious, cascading, and sparkling.

Her collection revealed long beautiful dresses, in which some reminded me of the 1800s.  The dresses had lots of movement and sophistication to them.  

These dresses seemed totally appropriate for resort, event and bridal party wear.

Photos courtesy of mbfashionweek.com & fabsugar.com

      Along with these enchanting dresses, Jenny Packham's models wore almost bare faces.  The makeup looked very minimal and natural.  

To simulate this look, you will need a flawless canvas.  

     Apply Alcone At Home's Perfect Coverage Botanical Foundation in the

 shade that best matches your skin tone.  

                                 Keep the eyeshadows to a nude or natural shade.

   Lastly, apply Il Makiage Lipstick in a Tube in the color Eight to your lips.  

Also, dab a hint of this same color onto your cheeks. 

                                        

                          Now let your hair down and add some tight curls to it!  

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NY FASHION WEEK: CONCEPT KOREA: BIG PARK SPRING 2014 COLLECTION MAKEUP LOOK WITH ALCONE AT HOME

     

September 9, 2013

         This year at the MBFW Stage, Concept Korea presented four designers:  Kaal Suktae, Choiboko, Beyond Closet and Big Park.  This was the 8th launching by Concept Korea at New York Fashion Week.  

        Park Youn Soo of Big Park is a talented designer.  His fashion designs stood out to me simply because they looked much more wearable yet fashion-forward.  His collection presented trendy A-line skirts with bold prints and black/white leather jackets.  

    The makeup for this collection appeared to be using only one color- Coral.  Models strutted the runway with coral eyes, coral cheeks and coral lips.  The eyebrows appeared soft and the cheeks were definitely contoured.  

Photos courtesy of:

mbfashionweek.com

examiner.com

blouinartinfo.com

Recreate this look with Alcone At Home!

For both eyes & cheeks apply this coral blush color:

For lips apply Obsessive Complusive Lip Tar Tube in this coral color:

     You are now ready to sport this monochromatic makeup look! 

         For more information about Alcone At Home or about joining the team click here. 

               Alcone At Home is your one stop shop where you can purchase all your professional makeup needs.  

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NY FASHION WEEK: TRACY REESE SPRING 2014 COLLECTION MAKEUP USING ALCONE AT HOME

          Reputable fashion designer, Tracy Reese launched another exceptional collection on Sunday, September 8, 2013 at the Studio during MB Fashion Week.  Her collection made my jaw drop to the floor! The whole show in its entirety blew me away! The fun, upbeat music for starters, took me to a vacation state of mind.  It brought me to unwind and a mood of relaxation, as my head bobbed to the lively beat.   
          As the models began to walk the runway, the first detail I noticed were the black swirly tattoos, most of floral design. I thought it added an edgy and modern touch.  Moreover, the apparel reminded me of resort wear.  Her collection entailed mixed feminine prints and many textures.  The fabrics looked comfortable and moveable. Some ensembles were coordinated with gladiator sandals.  It was awe-inspiring!  

Photo credit: bellasugar.com

Photos courtesy of mbfashionweek.com

     

      Tracy Reese presented her models with flirty winged eyeliner and inner corner highlight. To create a playful winged line use an angled eyeliner brush with Make Up For Ever Aqua Creamliner in Matte Black.  

  

    Generously highlight the inner corners of the eyes with Ben Nye Creme Neutralizing Crayon in the color Ultra Lite. 

  Conclude this look with a pink cheek color and glossy pink lip:)

                                               Photos courtesy of Fashionising.com


                       Hope you enjoyed my rave about Tracy Reese's 2014 Spring Collection!

                For more information about Alcone At Home or about joining the team click here. 

               Alcone At Home is your one stop shop where you can purchase all your professional makeup needs.  

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NY FASHION WEEK: ACHIEVE KATYA LEONOVICH RUNWAY MAKEUP LOOK WITH ALCONE AT HOME

     


    On Saturday, September 7, 2013, European designer, Katya Leonovich launced her Spring 2014 Collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.  As with her previous collections, I thought this new release was entirely breathtaking! Her designs comprised of multi-colored/water colors, ruching, ruffles, and lavish soft pieces.  

     A part from the fashion designs, the models hairstyle was a distinctive touch.  Models wore their hair up with strands of bangs fallen over the sides and front of their faces. 

    While the fabrics had much to express, the makeup worn looked classical and modest.  

Photos courtesy of mbfashionweek.com and #KatyaLeonovich on Instagram

   Achieve this flawless complexion with Make Up For Ever HD Foundation and apply with a Beauty Blender.   Next, line the eyes with Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes Waterproof Pencil in Matte Black.  Apply a Obsessive Complusive Cosmetics Lip Tar in Interlace.      Remember to keep it effortless.  

 
                                                           And that's a wrap! 



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