Imagine you could achieve beautifully glowing skin with any foundation you have. Would you believe me if I told you all you needed was 1 product to transform your foundation?

About a few months ago I was invited to a Nude Skincare beauty event in LA and in my goodie bag came their Rescue Oil. One of the makeup artists I met there, Tasha Brown, told me she loved mixing this oil in with her foundations to give her clients a beautiful glow. I put her technique to use and I couldn’t be more thankful. Coming from someone who has dry skin this trick looks absolutely amazing, and it feels amazing too.

Here’s what you do…

Step 1

What you want to do is pick a foundation that isn’t already dewy. For example the Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk is already a luminous foundation so adding more oil to it will just make it slide right off. You want something oil-free, matte, or with a satin finish. You can also use this technique with heavy cream foundations to sheer it out.

Step 2

Once you have your foundation, I’m using my Frankie Rose Matte Perfection Foundation which I absolutely LOVE because it gives me full coverage and a flawless finish, you pump some out on the back of your hand or on an acrylic plate. Then, you add a few drops off the Rescue Oil. You add the oil according to the amount of coverage your foundation already has and how much you want to sheer it out. Keep in mind that the more oil you add the more it will sheer out the foundation. This Frankie Rose foundation is a full coverage foundation and to give me sheer coverage I add 3-4 drops of oil, to give me just a glow I add 1-2. This obviously varies with different formulas & foundations.

Step 3

I then take my Royal & Langnickel Foundation Brush and mix the two together.

Step 4

Finally, you apply! As you can see in this picture we turned a matte foundation into a gorgeous dewy one.

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I have tried this technique with a few of my other foundations and it’s magical; I love the effect and it photographs beautifully. I would recommend this technique for anyone with normal to dry skin, NOT oily. Anyone with oily skin should stick to a matte foundation for opulent coverage and longevity. If you have a severe case of combination skin, meaning you are very oily in the t-zone and very dry everywhere else, then you can use this only on the dry areas for hydration. I would also recommend using two different types of primers, mattifying for your t-zone and hydrating for the dry areas.

I’m sure you can also try this method with different types of oils, however I find that most facial oils are a little too heavy (i.e. Coconut Oil, Argan Oil). This oil is lightweight, beneficial for your skin, it doesn’t make your makeup slide off, it hydrates your skin, and it looks beautiful. I truly couldn’t ask for more in a beauty oil. I have a bunch of other oils from Nude Skincare that I use for my nighttime regime and I love it, their ingredients are pure and truly nourishing.

If you happen to try this technique leave me a comment down below & let me know how you like it.

P.S. Here is a video of me using this technique.

XOXO,

Greta

OMG, Sephora is having another sale!!!!! This happens once or twice a year and it is the only time you can spend like a celebrity and nobody can say anything about it, not even your husband haha.

Given that I am a certified beauty addict, my Sephora must-haves list is pretty long but oh so necessary! I went over my “Purchases” & my makeup collection and picked out my ride-or-die beauty products. I will talk a little bit about each product and why you need it in your life. You can thank me later 🙂

Lets begin:

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That is it for my list beauties I hope it was helpful & you added some of my suggestions into your cart 💁🏼

Anyone who is a VIB Rouge member will have access to the sale beginning tomorrow, April 7th, and first-access ends April 13th. If you lost your 15% off ticket then you can use the Promo Code “ROUGENOTE” at checkout.

I would also like to note that you can get 4% cash back with any Sephora purchases you make through Ebates. It is the easiest way to earn back money for being an online shopper. You simply go on Ebates, click on the Sephora store and press “Shop Now.” It redirects you straight to the Sephora website and once you complete your purchase you automatically get 4% cash back from that amount. No hassle. No bull****. I promise you it’s legit, I use it every time I shop on Sephora, Ulta, Nordstrom, you name it.

Happy Shopping!

XOXO,

Greta

 

Like most #makeupaddicts I am a brush fanatic as well. I mean it’s only natural right? You can’t do much without the right tools. I have about 200+ makeup brushes and I promise you, I use them all! So when the amazing Japonesque team sent me their new Kumadori brush set I was thrilled to try their new Kabuki brushes- inspired by Japanese stagecraft tradition. I have been using these babies for about a month now and they have easily become one of my daily favorites!

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Pros

Blends products easily

Deposits color beautifully

Soft bristles

Multifunctional

Comfortable to hold

Cons

NONE!

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Kumadori Blending Brush

I use this little fluff of amazingness to contour & bronze up my face and I seriously don’t see myself going back to an angled brush for a very very very long time! That is how phenomenal this brush is; it’s the perfect size, it blends your powder products out seamlessly, and it’s travel friendly.

It’s safe to say I am #obsessed

Kumadori Buffing Brush

This brush is ideal when using cream or liquid products and buffing it into the skin. The soft synthetic bristles don’t allow the creams or liquids to stick onto the brush so they deposit a good amount of coverage onto the skin.

Kumadori Contour & Highlight Brush

This brush and the one below are game-changers when it comes to applying blush! Let me start by saying that I love blush, but not a lot of it. I like for it to seamlessly blend in with my bronzer and this brush (plus the one below) does just that. I’m referring to both because I use them interchangeably; this one is just a bit smaller so you can use it if you have a smaller frame. I just use whichever one I get my hands on first.

P.S. I also use this for highlighting.

Kumadori Powder Brush

As I mentioned above I love this brush for blush but I also love it for applying loose & pressed powder. Just like all the other Kumadori brushes it gives me a flawless application and blends like a dream!

Kumadori Fan Brush

Last but not least we have this slim fan brush for highlighting. To be completely honest, I don’t use this brush often only because I’m not a fan brush fan. I always use tapered fluffy brushes (like the Contour & Highlight one above) to apply and blend out my highlighter. I have definitely tried this one and its just as amazing as all the other brushes in the collection but I rarely use it due to my personal preference. BUTTTTTT if you are a fan brush user give this baby a try 🙂

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Side Note: Ulta is currently having a “Buy One Get One 50% Off” sale on all Japonesque products so hurry while the offer lasts.

XOXO,

Greta

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When it comes to brows I am not one to enjoy a heavily defined brow, especially on myself. I can definitely appreciate a beautiful brow however, I am extremely picky when it comes to my brows. I find that because my facial features are more on the soft side a harsh brow merely looks vulgar and just TOO MUCH!

It can be tricky figuring out the right kind of brow technique for your brows, that is why practice is key. Remember, your brows shape your face and they bring your entire makeup look together. If you have been blessed with beautifully thick brows then just know that I am VERY JELOUS! I have brows that never grow. In fact I get them threaded every 2 months. EVERY. TWO. MONTHS! Crazy right? I go by Tammy in Burbank, CA she is my tried & true brow guru (I will list her contact information below).

As for my every changing brow routine, here are the steps and products I use to create my version of a natural brow 🙂

I am a firm believer in brow powder and I find that everyone from thick brows to thin needs to have one in their makeup collection. I cannot tell you what a beautiful & natural look a brow powder gives your brows; especially, if you use the right shade! I’ll be quite honest and say that if you have medium to dark brows you can totally get away with using eyeshadows to fill them in. However, if you have light brown or blonde brows you definitely need to invest in a brow powder because the lighter your hairs the more visible the product and the wrong shade can easily ruin your brows.

I personally love the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Powder Duo because it come with two shades to ensure a naturally blended brow color. You always want to use the lighter shade at the beginning of your brow (constantly combing it through with a spooly) and the darker shade from the middle to the end of your brow. When using brow powder you want to use a feathering technique, meaning you apply and flick out to create faux brow hairs for a natural look. You also want to use a great brush!

These are the two brushes I use to do my brows. I have been using the Royal & Langnickel Brow Brush foreverrrr now and it is one of my absolute favorites. It’s affordable and amazing quality.

I recently started using the PUR Cosmetics Brow Brush and I like it as well. The only difference between the two brushes is that the PUR one is made out of synthetic fibers and the other one is made out of natural hair. They both work great and I use them both interchangeably.

I recently bought the Kat Von D Tattoo Brow in “Blonde” and have been using it for a few months now and I must say I really really like it. I find that if you have really sparse brows you can mimic real brow hairs in those areas a lot better with this product. It is very lightweight yet totally buildable and it has a precise tip which makes it a lot easier.

A brow gel is another must have product when it comes to brows. Whether you have thick brows or thin you definitely want a brow gel to keep those brow hairs in place. I love the Elizabeth Mott Brow Gel in “Light/Medium” to tame my brows and keep them in place all day. I used to use the Benefit Gimmi Brow ALL THE TIME and I still love that product but this has easily become one of my favorites. The best part is that since the company sponsors my Makeup Tonight classes I have a coupon code you guys can use. YAYY!!!

Enter coupon code “MAKEUPTONIGHT” at checkout for 25% off your first purchase. Oh, and I am also a huge fan of their eyeshadows and eye pencils!

The last thing crucial in my brow routine is a gorgeous brow bone highlight. This Sumita Brow Highlighter is everything!!!!!! It is a gorgeous icy white color (not too overpowering on my light skin) that lifts and shapes the arch of my brow beautifully. It has a gorgeous sheen to it and once you blend it out with your fingers it becomes a lot more subtle. You can also use eyeshadow in lieu of a highlighter pencil.

Continue reading “Natural Brow Routine!” →

Have you been on the market for a drugstore concealer and they are just not pigmented, crease, or simply DON’T WORK? Look no further, I have discovered the most amazing drugstore concealer, maybe ever?

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Dear Maybelline,

THANK YOU from all beauty junkies worldwide for creating a creamy, perfectly opaque, creaseless, & affordable concealer!

Love,
Greta
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All jokes aside, this stuff is amazing! If you have normal-dry under eyes this is going to be better than smearing a bunch of eye cream on before applying concealer. Trust me. I have gone through 2 tubes of this, and believe it or not I prefer it over my high-end concealers. It covers, it blends, and it gives a youthful glow. I mean common what more can a girl ask for?

ONE TIP: You must must must set this concealer if you want it to be creaseless, I prefer a loose setting powder (Laura Mercier).

Because the consistency is so creamy and blendable it is bound to crease, that is why setting it is crucial. You also don’t need too much of this, a thin layer is the perfect amount. Overloading on this product will increase the chances of it creasing that much more! Also keep in mind that this is not a heavy nighttime concealer. It is very lightweight and thus more appropriate for a “natural” makeup look.

Overall, it is definitely worth a try. It is only $6.99 *GASP* and most of the time you can find it on sale for even cheaper *GASP AGAIN*

Purchase Here

If you have this concealer comment below with your thoughts 🙂

XOXO,

Greta

 

If you guys have been following my Instagram (or blog) for a while then you already know how I feel about the brand Girlactik. I absolutely love their beauty products! Their matte lip paints are my #1 favorite thing about them but then there’s also their Face Glow’s, BB Creams, Eye Shadows, and pretty much everything else!

Today I have swatches and a review on their eye glazes…ALL COLORS!

I have been using these eye glaze’s for a while now and I love it! They are such an easy alternative to shimmer shadows because there’s no fall out and you don’t have to use another product (such as glitter glue) to bind the shimmers together. My technique of applying it is simple as well. I like to apply the product applicator directly onto my lid, then blend it out with my fingers. I find that a synthetic brush takes in too much product and gives a patchy application; so fingers work best in my opinion. If you just dab the product around you can move it anywhere around your lid. Although this product doesn’t move or crease once it’s dry, I still recommend using an eye primer underneath it to ensure it’s durability.

Below I have swatches of all eight colors in natural light w/o flash and in natural light w/ flash. Keep in mind that the colors may look different depending on your skin tone.

In Natural Light W/O Flash! Top to Bottom: Sexy, Night, Fierce, Chic, Glamour, Shine, Shimmer, & Glam

 

 

In Natural Light W/ Flash! Top to Bottom: Sexy, Night, Fierce, Chic, Glamour, Shine, Shimmer, & Glam

You can purchase these products & more on Girlactik

Use code: “Greta15” for 15% off your entire order!

Also, if you spend $75 or more you get a free Girlactik product 🙂

Happy Holidays & Happy Shopping!

XOXO,

Greta