Face of the Day

Went out to the shops and this is how I made over my face...

 

Please ignore my headphones, apparently I didn't have two spare seconds to remove them before taking these pictures.

 

I decided to try out a new foundation and I am very pleased with the way it looks on my skin. I still have to test it out a bit more before I can give a real review on it, but I will keep you guys posted! Also I've been having problems with my hyperpigmentation lately (sadface) Just wondering if any of you have any good products to help treat it and not just cover it up? Also, I've been looking for a good face primer, do you know of any good ones??

 

Face:

 

* Revlon Colorstay Foundation: Rich Tan

* Maybelline Fit Me Concealer under eyes: 20

*Hard Candy Glamoflauge Concealer on spots: tan

* MAC Mineralized Skinfinish: NC35

* MAC Sheertone Blush: Peach Twist

* Sleek Face Contour Kit: Medium

 

Eyes:

 

* L'Oreal Wear Infinite Eye Shadow Duo: Soft Fern 320

* Maybelline Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner: Black

* Covergirl Lash Blast Volume Mascara: Black

* Sally Girl Eyeshadow in Inner Corner: Champagne

 

Lips:

* Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain: Sweetheart

 

Hope you enjoyed this post :)

 



Face of the Day/ Hair of the Day

Today I went out to lunch and thought I would go for a very natural look.

I went very simple with my makeup and hair.

 

Beware the Duck Face.

And again.

 

Face:

 

* Maybelline Fit Me Foundation ( mix of 220 & 315 )

 

* Maybelline Fit Me Concealer 20 (On eyelids and under eye)

 

* Hard Candy Glamoflauge Concealer (tan)

 

* MAC Mineralize Skin Finish (NC35)

 

Cheeks:

 

* Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush (Plum Wine)

 

* Sleek Face Contour Kit (Medium)

 

* Wet n Wild Coloricon Bronzer (Ticket to Brazil)

 

Eyes:

 

* Maybelline Color Tattoo: Bad to the Bronze (All over lid)

 

* Covergirl Flamed Out Shadow Pot: Scorching Cocoa (Outer Corner and Crease)

 

* Sleek Eyeshadow ShowStopper Palette: Me. Myself & Eye (Inner Corner of the Eye)

 

* L'Oreal The Super Slim Liquid Eyeliner: Black (Top lash line)

 

* Styli Style Line and Seal 24 Semi-Permanent Eyeliner: Black Brown (Lower Lash line)

 

*Maybelline the Falsies Volume Express Flared: Blackest Black

 

Lips:

 

* Maybelline Baby Lips: 05 Quenched

 

* Covergirl LipPerfection Jumbo Gloss Balm: Watermelon Twist

 

Hair:

 

* got2b Beach Trippin Salt Infusion Waving Spray

 

Hope you enjoyed this post :)

If you would like a review on any of the products mentioned, leave a comment!



Liebster Award (Part 3)

I have already been nominated for this award twice, but I thought it would be nice just to answer the questions :)

 



I was contacted by the lovely Catherine. She so kindly, nominated me for the Liebster award. You should definitely check her out because her blog is very cute and informative. This is a great way for bloggers to get to know each other and to discover new blogs. Who know, you may meet some amazing people along the way :)

 

The Liebster Award is for bloggers with under 200 followers. Here are the rules:

1. Answer the 11 questions that you the person that tagged you asked.
2. Choose 11 more bloggers with under 200 followers ( no tag-backs) and give the person that tagged you a shout out as a thank you :)
3. Ask the blogs that you picked 11 new questions ( my answers and tagged blogs below )
4. Contact the people that you tagged to let them know

Here are my answers:

 

1. What is your dream vacation?

I would love to travel to the U.K. I would just love to shop over there and try out all of their products that aren't available here.

 

2. Which makeup look do you like the least?

Everyone has their own style and preferences so I wouldn't dislike their choices. For me I don't like wearing very bright colors on my eyes. I like to keep them very neutral and light.

 

3. If you could style one celebrity who would it be?

I would love to style Taylor Swift. I think we have very similar preferences of style and I love how classic yet cute she always looks.

 

4. What is your favorite hobby?

I love blogging. Although it is a hobby now, I would love to expand it to so much more. There are so many possibilities and I'm very excited to see where this goes.

 

5. What is your favorite store?

Forever 21 all the way. It is affordable and they have such a wide range of selection. They have some really great pieces if you look good enough :)

 

6. Are you a fan of nail-art?

I love to look at it lol. I have not patience or skill in that department. It takes to much time and I try to stay as far away from it as possible.

 

7. What is your favorite nail polish?

At the moment it is Ballet Slippers by Essie. It is a beautiful baby pink that looks amazing on tanned skin.

 

8. Which face wash do you use?

In the morning I will usually use Neutrogena Clear Pore Cleanser/Mask. In the shower at night I like to cleanse with the Garnier Radiance Renewer Cleansing Gelee.

 

9. Favorite beauty tip?

Moisturize! I know everyone knows this, but it is such an important factor in having good healthy skin.

 

10. Least favorite hairstyle?

Again anyone has their own preference, but I don't like having my hair slicked back. It has never looked good on me and I refuse to do it in that manner lol.

 

11. Do you love blogging?

Of course I do.!This has been my escape from the shy life that I have. I can share all the things that I love with people that love the same things. It has helped me meet great people and learn a heck of a lot about myself.

 

Thank you for the nomination Catherine :)

Hope you enjoyed this post!

Liebster Award (Part 2)

I have already been nominated for this award, but I thought it would be nice just to answer the questions :)

 

 

Recently, I was contacted by the lovely Ciara. She so kindly, nominated me for the Liebster award. If you enjoy my blog, then you should definitely check her out because her blog is similar to mine. This is a great way for bloggers to get to know each other and to discover new blogs. Who know, you may meet some amazing people along the way :)

 

The Liebster Award is for bloggers with under 200 followers. Here are the rules:

1. Answer the 11 questions that you the person that tagged you asked.
2. Choose 11 more bloggers with under 200 followers ( no tag-backs) and give the person that tagged you a shout out as a thank you :)
3. Ask the blogs that you picked 11 new questions ( my answers and tagged blogs below )
 
4. Contact the people that you tagged to let them know

Here are my answers:

 

1. Day without foundation or day without hairbrush?

I would say a day without a hairbrush. My hair is very straight and if I take care of it, it doesn't get tangled. I'm too insecure to go out without some facial coverage.

 

2. If you had €1000 what would you spend it on?

Well this might be obvious by what I do, but I would say makeup and clothing. I can never get enough and there is just so much stuff that I want to try :)

 

3. Twitter or Facebook?

Twitter! I only use Facebook to stay in contact with some family members. I love Twitter because it is just so quick and efficient.

 

4. If you could only listen to one singer/band who would it be?

At the moment I would have to say the Imagine Dragons. I never seem to get tired of their music and they're all different but connect at the same time. I love them!

 

5. Obsessions?

I am addicted to shopping. I'm such an impulse buyer it seriously is a problem. I will sometimes makeup a scenario just to explain a purchase. I'm horrible haha!

 

6. Favorite city in the world?

I don't really have an answer for this one. I haven't traveled much so I would know what to compare really. I really do love London though :)

 

7. Bracelets or Necklaces?

I've really been into necklaces lately. I used to be really shy with accessories, but I am expanding my style. I have a really small wrist so it is rather hard to find a bracelet that doesn't fall off.

 

8. Opinion on tattoos?

I don't mind tattoos. I would never get one, but only because I am terrified of needles (I cry every time I get a shot). Everyone is entitled to do as they please with their bodies. Your body is your temple and do with it as you please :)

 

9. Books or Movies?

I am a total nerd, so I would have to say books. Reading just makes a great escape from reality. I don't watch many movies unless someone forces me to.

 

10. Favorite school subject and why?

I really love English. It's the best way to express everything I want on a certain topic. It has always been the easiest subject for me since the words just flow onto the paper.

 

11. Any crazy habits?

I have a horrible habit of making lists. I forget things very easily so I feel like I have to write everything down. I have lists for anything, but the bad part is that sometimes I forget where I put the list lol!

 

 

Thanks for the nomination Ciara :)

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L'Oreal Power Moisture Mask Review

Hello everyone!

 

When it comes to washing my hair, I don't think it is very important to spend loads of money on products. Of course there are some great higher end shampoos and conditioners out there, but there are also some great drugstore ones as well. Since I do wash my hair everyday (big no no, I know) it is important that I find great inexpensive ones since I do go through a lot of products. I'm always on the hunt for drugstore hair care products that work great but don't put a huge dent in my bank account.

 

During this summer I noticed that my hair seemed to be a little bit dry. I usually have no problem with my hair, but it seemed a bit dehydrated. I was at Walmart awhile back and came across this product. Since it wasn't expensive I thought I would give it a go and see if it could help my hair. The product seemed promising by the claims on the tub and I needed a new deep conditioner anyways. Lets just say I have a new obsession with this product.

 

 

This is the L'Oreal Paris Advanced Haircare Power Moisture Moisture Rush Mask. What really got my attention about this product was that it was Hyaluronic. Now Hyaluronic acid is known for its hydrating powers. It can be found in many products including face products. It is an overall great ingredient to have in a product if you are looking for hydration.

 

This hair mask has a great smell to it. It is pleasant and fresh, but not overpowering and if something smells good it is automatically a plus for me. I was a little sceptical of the mask at first because of its texture. It wasn't as thick as other hair masks that I had tried. After washing out the product, I could immediately feel my hair different. It felt very smooth, silky and soft. The product did not weigh down my hair at all either which is a problem that some hair masks have. I have been using this for a while now and my hair seems 100 times better than it did before. It looks completely healthy and hydrated. I guess I didn't know exactly how dehydrated my hair was because my hair looks so much better now.

 

I wouldn't recommend using this every time you wash your hair. Using a hair mask too often can end up damaging your hair rather than repair it. I use this about once to twice a week. If you don't wash your hair everyday like me, I would recommend using it every third wash or so. I picked this up for around $6, which is very inexpensive for a hair mask. Overall I would (and already have) repurchase this.

 

Hope you enjoyed this post :)

Thank you 50 followers <3

 



Trying Something Different.......

In the last couple of weeks I have been really thinking about what I want to get out of this whole blogging thing. Since I am no longer speaking to myself, I think it is important to determine exactly what I want to do here on Elizabeth: Beauty and Beyond. Now that I'm doing something that I love and people seem to enjoy what I am doing (thank you 44 followers <3) I think it is time to try different things.

I seem to have set myself into a "inside the box" set of mind. Since I was so shy at the beginning of this journey I did what I knew, but now that I'm more comfortable I want to expand my horizons.

Hair:

I took a big step this Summer and ombred my hair, but that only goes so far. For anyone that knows me, 99.9% of the time I have my hair in the exact same style. I seem to have slumped into a cycle of having my hair down and straight. This has gotten extremely boring and I want to try so many other things.

Makeup:

I do use a large variety of makeup, except for my lips. I would say that 75% of my lip products are red. Now don't get me wrong I love me some red lipstick, but there's so many more beautiful colors out there! On a recent shopping trip I picked up a few fun colors that I can't wait to try.

Blogging/Followers:

This is the part where my blogging and followers come into these changes. I want you to be part of this journey. This will include a heck of a lot more blogging with more FOTD, EOTD, HOTD and many many reviews to come! I want to be able to interact with all of you and really make you feel like your with me the entire time. I'm not sure I would have been able to do this a couple of months ago, but y'all have made me feel so comfortable on here. I can truly be myself and share anything I want to without being afraid of doing so. I want to give you a virtual hug and a big thank you for letting me be me <3

Interaction:

If you want to interact with me, or contact me feel free to email me ( elizabeth.vasquez89@gmail.com )! I will gladly try and assist you with anything that I can. I can also be found on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. If you just want to say a little hello, comment on a post or do anything that feels comfortable to you. I want to know what your favorite products are and what you love! If there's a product that you would like to see me try or talk about, just let me know. I love trying new products and writing what I think about them :)  

Hope you enjoyed this post :)

July Favorites

Hello Everyone!

Today is the first day of August and I have no idea where Summer has gone. I can't believe we are this much into the year already! This is my first time attempting this, but I thought I would share with you a couple of things I have loved in the month of July. I'm going to include everything Beauty and Beyond (see what I did there? ha).

 

 Beauty:

 

 

1. Biosilk Silk Therapy Oil: I love applying this to my hair when it is tamp and letting it air-dry.

 

2. Essie Nail Polish ( Ballet Slippers): This is a perfect shade of baby pink and looks beautiful on tanned skin.

 

3. Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter (Juicy Papaya): This is a great color for everyday wear and is a pinky coral color.

 

4. Neutrogena Clear Pore Cleanser/Mask: My skin decided to hate me this month, but this cleanser really helped to clear all my trouble spots.

 

5. Rimmel London Show Off Lip Lacquer (Stellar): I decided to branch out of my usual red lip and have loved this bright pink shade on my lips.

 

6. Hard Candy Glamoflauge Heavy Duty Concealer (tan): This was my life saver in the month of July. It is the perfect full coverage concealer.

 

7. Revlon Illuminance Creme Shadow (Va Va Va Bloom): I really loved using creme shadows in the month of July as bases and this is a great palette for everyday wear.

 

Random:

 

 

 

1. Song: My favorite song for the month of July was Let Her Go by Passenger.

 

2. Entertainment: Candy Crush. I refused to get the app for such a long time because I knew I would get addicted to it, but i finally gave in. I've had it for a couple of weeks and I can't stop playing it!!

 

3. Fashion: Big Necklaces. I tend to be a little shy with accessories, but this past month I ventured into the big, bold necklace route. I must say that I am enjoying it so far.

 

4. Person: Courtney from Cheap but Chic Beauty :) She is an incredibly sweet person and I am so glad that I have been able to get to know her a little better this last week. We are doing something very special and I can't wait to get to know her better.

 

Reviews to come on a couple of these products!

Hope you enjoyed this post :)

What were your favorite products in July?

What did you think of my first favorites post?

BIG THANK YOU TO MY 41 FOLLOWERS <3