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Video: Organizing My Makeup Collection

Lip Products in Ikea Alex Drawer Before

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I’ve had the organizing bug for the last few weeks now, and I have to admit, it’s getting pretty exciting buying little things for storage. Don’t get me wrong, I’m starting to feel silly purchasing items just to store my makeup. I’d rather be spending on the makeup itself.

In this video, I’m sharing my progress as of this morning. In the image above, you can see how some of my lip products were “organized” before. I went back to Ikea to purchase more organizers, and ended up with three of the Antonious baskets, which you’ll see in the video. I’ve transferred most of my lipsticks and glosses into the new Antonious baskets (but I’m not sure if I like it yet). I really, really like these baskets so far as a whole.

Now I just need to make sure I make better decisions with them, as far as the best products that fit. It’s all a giant puzzle, and I’m having a lot of fun figuring it out.

Here’s the photo tutorial for adjusting the Summera (where I store my MSFs, Fluidlines, Eye shadow quads, etc) to fit in the Alex 9 Drawer.

If you have any recommendations, I’d love to hear them!

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Ben Nye Translucent Powder Swatches: Banana, Sienna, Topaz and More

Ben Nye Translucent Powder Swatches and Info

Ben Nye makes uber sily, super sexy powders. Thanks to Kim Kardashian, Youtube, Instagram, Makeup Classes and things of the like, these have become a cult favorite for artists and makeup lovers alike.

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Photos: Makeup Storage–Organizing My Makeup Drawer w/ Ikea Summera Liners!

Organizing Your Makeup With Ikea Summera Under $10

3 Weeks.

It’s been three very long weeks since I’ve blogged, and I couldn’t wait to come back! It’s spring break–which means 8 more weeks until my last week of class. No more juggling 15 credits and a full time job. I can’t even begin to explain how badly I want to be done! Anyway, I had been planning a trip to Ikea for a few weeks, mainly to pick out some details to organize my Alex drawers. I don’t know what the Summera drawer liners are supposed to be for, but they were perfect for my makeup! I’d still like to buy some clear containers for my other drawers. Please note, I think this Summera drawer liner can work for any type of drawers you have, regardless of the brand or the size. You’ll just have to be open to making it work for whatever size drawer you have. 

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Nars Cosmetics Debuts Radiant Creamy Concealer Collection

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer

Aside from all of the new lipsticks and eye shadows that we’re constantly seeing, it’s great to find new staples that can be used no matter what the occasion. Nars is releasing a new concealer, Radiant Creamy Concealer, that’s sure sounds like a good bet. Nars tells us that it’s crease-proof and long wearing. Not only that, it boasts a medium to full coverage that will cover virtually anything. The concealer goes for $28, and will be available February 20th at Nars boutiques and Narscosmetics.com.

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ACV Rinses Really DO Work: The End To My Flaky Scalp (And Other Natural Hair Woes)

I’m not sure when it all started, but I’ve had a serious issue that I’ve been fighting. A week or so after I wash my hair, you can see very visible signs of flaking. Not dandruff. You can actually see it all around my hair line. I’d been really happy with the clarifying shampoos that I had been using. But one day, I stumbled across this blog post from Afrobella that talked about the same issue. It was crazy, I wasn’t the only one! Multiple people stated that it was seborrheic dermatitis. As I researched it, I realized that this had to be me.

Last week, I stumbled across Checaloc’s ACV rinse video. I figured it was a good one to try because she has tons more hair than I do, and if the measurements worked for her, they’d work for me. I had a hair appointment the next day, so I figured it was the perfect time to make this happen. She dunked her hair over and over, and when the water became dirty and murky, I knew this was the rinse for me!
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The Best (Cream) Eyeliner Ever–It’s Under $5

I will make a vow, right here, right now. I’m not buying another cream eyeliner other than this one. The liner I’m referring to is Black Radiance Continuous Creme Eyeliner. I purchased this for $3.97 at my local Walmart. Unbelievable. Let me explain why it’s so outstanding:

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Make Up For Ever Is on Tour–Coming to a City Near You!

Make Up For Ever Trailer

Starting February 1st, Make Up For Ever will be traveling all over the country to teach you to apply your makeup! The artists on the Make Up Bag Remix Tour will help you go through your makeup bag, and show you how to use products that you already own. Not only that, they’ll help you find new shades if the ones you own don’t work for you.

  • Los Angeles, CA: February 1st – 3rd
  • San Francisco, CA: February 9th – 10th
  • Las Vegas, NV: February 16th – 17th
  • Dallas, TX: February 23rd – 24th
  • Miami, FL: March 2nd – 3rd
  • New York, NY: March 9th – 10th
  • Boston, MA: March 23rd – 24th
  • Chicago, IL: April 6th – 7th
  • Toronto, ON: April 13th – 14th
After your session, you’ll get to take home a before and after photo, a makeup bag co-created by Christina Ricci, and a face chart to guide you when you get home. Ready to book your appointment? Just go to www.facebook.com/MAKEUPFOREVERUSA and set it up! 
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