Being a Girl...

I'm working at the Ranch today. All day. We're really getting swamped. You know, with all the paperwork. All the guys will be traveling again...soon...really soon. So I'm buried in work. Trying to get all the files in order.

And whenever I work at the Ranch, especially doing this kind of stuff, I really just want to go in sweats. Honestly. Hair in a bun. No makeup. Probably because I work in my office, rarely go out, and oh ya, there are at least 200 rough and tough cowboys around.

Especially now. When we're in the middle of a triple digit heatwave. All I want to do, is stay home. Maybe put on some shorts. Forget about hair and makeup. And nice clothes...ugh! But this video has inspired me...



So as to not scare off all the guys at the Ranch, or my boss for that matter, I'm trying to be a girl. That includes a shower, with yummy smelling body wash. I even straightened my hair today. And I may or may not have tried this makeup look. Oh ya, I'm also wearing a dress. Don't tell the guys, it's just easier than jeans and a nice top. Happy Thursday! ♫

Holiday Makeup

It's the "Holiday Season." And you know, you're getting invited to all these fun parties. This is definitely the time to pull out all the fun clothes. And some sparkles. And try out some fun makeup and hair looks.

This happens to be one of my current favorites. I really like the bold, red lip. It's something I like to wear often. Not just during the holidays. It adds a little bit of glamour to me "every day life."

How about you? Are you doing anything special for this "Holiday Season?" Do you try out new looks? Or do you wear the same outfit, hair, and makeup every year? I'm just wondering... ♫

Gemma

I really do enjoy Gemma's videos. She has 3 YouTube Channels. One with her Beauty Videos, a Health Channel, and her Daily Vlogs. Gemma's Daily Vlogs are my favorite! She is just very entertaining to watch. What else can I say?

As far as her style, I really do enjoy it. That's why I watch her Beauty Channel. Because there are so many products that I've learned about. Like in this video, I just LOVE her scarf. It's my favorite!

Oh, and I really do like the British accent. This might be weird, but when I can't sleep, I put on one of these videos. Her voice puts me to sleep. Something that I'm grateful for. Especially when I only have 2 or 3 hours to sleep. But honestly, Gemma's videos are a lot of fun to watch! She also has a great blog! ♫

2010 Fall Beauty Trends

On the plane ride home this week, I read this article. There are lots of great products that they talk about. And I had to almost laugh, because lots of these colors, I already wear. So here is my list of favorites, based on the article.


1. Rosy Red Lips: MAC's Russian Red

I've been using this for years! Love it! It's just a nice red lipstick.

2. Stormy Nails: China Glaze in Avalanche and VIII

Avalanche is a grey, silvery color. And VIII is a dark purple. Both are amazing!

3. Blunt Bangs: I have long, side swept bangs.

Blunt bangs aren't for me. My face shape just doesn't go with blunt bangs. I usually don't have bangs either. But I did have long, side swept bangs cut a few weeks ago. :)

4. Natural Skin: Neutrogena Healthy Defense for Sensitive Skin, SPF 50

I always have natural skin. I can't tan. And I think faux tanners look ridiculous!

5. Pink, Cheery Cheeks: MAC's Dollymix

This is just a great color for me. It's the best color out there! It just goes well with my complexion.

6. Beautiful Bun: Bobby pins, a ponytail elastic, and Dove's Non Aerosol Hairspray.

I wear buns a lot for Mariachi. But I like to have a deep, side part. I pretty much put my hair in a low ponytail. And then pin my bun in place. Spray with a little hairspray, and I'm good to go. Just to add a note, I've tried all those new pins for buns, honestly, the bobby pins work better.

7. Natural, Lush Lashes: Max Factor 2000 Calorie, Waterproof Mascara

I know that they don't sell Max Factor anymore in the USA. But this is the best mascara. It lengthens, and volumizes your lashes. And your lashes look amazing! I've tried lots of different mascaras, both high end and drugstore. But I bought a few before they stopped selling them. OK, like 12 tubes. But you can still find them on various websites. Or you could do a swap with someone from the UK.

8. Defined Brows: A good brow waxer and Revlon's Expert Slant Tweezers.

I get my brows waxed pretty regularly. I have to. Because they're pretty thick. Not in uni brow style. But in my eyebrows are long across my face. They go down pretty far. And they are thick as in my brows extended well into my eyelid. I say to get a good brow shaper because I had a horrible experience with a bad one. And I had 2 brows that didn't even look similar. Now I actually go to my friend and MUA for a good wax. And I have the Revlon Tweezers for the occasional stray hair. They're better then the $40 pair of tweezers that I got as a gift.

9. Bold and Crazy Shadow: Urban Decay Hearts NYC Book of Shadows III

There are so many amazing colors in this set. If you don't have a lot of eye shadows, this would be a good investment. I got mine as a gift. And when I checked online, they're not out yet. But keep your eyes open. They should be out in the next few weeks.

10. Textured Waves: Dove's Spray, Leave-in Conditioner and Herbal Essences Tousle Me Softly, Finishing Touch Cream.

First off, I should say that I have naturally textured hair. And for the last 6 months or so, I've finally embraced it. My hair is more than wavy, but less than curly. So I use the Dove spray and Herbal Essences cream. The Dove spray is a little hard to find recently. I'm not sure if they're discontinuing it. Or if the stores are just not stocking it. Who knows. Lots of the shelves recently are pretty empty. But I just spray the Dove in my hair, tousle my hair and add the cream. When my hair dries, it's just perfect!


As you can see, I've been wearing lots of these products already. My look is pretty simple. And once I find a look or style that I enjoy, well it just sticks. I've collected lots of these things over time. As to not break the bank. But you can find similar products at the drugstore. And I never feel like I have to wear certain colors during only certain times of the year. Just have fun with it. ♫

IcyBag

I really need one of these IcyBags. Seriously, I need one! I live in the desert. I'm not even going to talk about the makeup meltdown I had last summer. Let's just say, 2 lipsticks, 1 cream eyeshadow pallet, and 1 cream blush later...well I had a HUGE mess! My makeup was melted together...all over my back seat. At least I have leather seats...

And this wasn't the first time that's happened. Yes, this particular time, I had left my car for 5 minutes. Yes, 5 minutes! The time before that, I was in high school. And I left 5-6 lipsticks in my car. Not sure what I was thinking. But it was just a big pink blob when I got back from practice.

But this is definitely something I want to buy soon. Yes, I live in the desert. It's ridiculously hot 10 months out of the year. No lie! But it would also be nice to have with me for gigs. Then I'd actually take makeup to touch up with. Now, I just put whatever on, and pray that 20 hours later, when I get home, that my makeup still looks decent. ♫

Pretty Makeup

I just think Emily does some of the prettiest makeup looks. She's not stuck on high end makeup. But instead mixes it up. And I always take her reviews seriously. Because she is honest and genuine. I just like the look of this makeup. I think it also helps that our coloring is similar. So when I like a look on her, I think it will look pretty nice on me too. ♫

SPF and Summer

It's almost summer. In fact, if you listen to Big M, it is summer. Whatever. We've already hit triple digits here. And my sunblock is as much a part of me, as breathing. I'm not lying! Here's a quick run down...



I use Neutrogena Healthy Defense for Sensitive skin. It has an SPF of 50. And I use it for my neck and face every single day! It's a moisturizer. And even on those days that I don't wear makeup, I use this.



I also use this Neautrogena product every single day. You see, I have sensitive skin. That burns extremely fast. And it's painful. So in the morning, I slap on some Neutrogena Ultra Sheer in SPF 85. Yes, SPF 85 baby!



The last sunblock that I use is Bull Frog Sport in SPF 50. I've used this since my cheerleading days. When we would bake in the sun during our "3 a days." It was horrible! But this sunblock, helped to make it a little more bearable. And because it is a Sport Sunblock, it is sweat and waterproof. And we even applied it to our cracks. Get your mind out of the gutter. I'm talking about our hair parts from our silly double french braids. Yes, your scalp gets burnt too!

And with all sunblocks, you need to reapply. The 1st one, well it's good all day. Under makeup. But if you're sweating and playing in the water, I would reapply. At least once every 90 minutes. The body sunblocks, definitely you need to reapply every 90 minutes!

I use the Bullfrog when I'm doing yard work, or working out outside. You know, when you're sweating. Another great product that Bullfrog makes is a bug repellent sunblock. Good stuff! Don't forget your sunblock. Especially if you're as white as I am! And try and eat some tomatoes every day. They're "Nature's Sunblock." :) ♫

CarahAmelie03

What happens when you put me and my friend/makeup artist together? Well, this morning it meant us getting ready for our gig. And watching some YouTube videos. Because, it's just fun to watch some makeup related videos.

One of my favorite gurus to watch is CarahAmelie03. This is one of her latest videos. I like this look for summer. It's just fun! M told me, it's an excuse to talk the guys into going back to Lake Norman. I say, that's a great idea! Now if we can just squeeze in another day of fun and sun!

And because we have a crazy day, I leave you with a fun makeup video to watch. Why do I like CarahAmelie03? Because she isn't all about brand name makeup. She also incorporates drugstore makeup. Like in this video. If you like this video, take a look at her blog. ♫