tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-92230140813688263672024-03-05T01:33:54.564-05:00Made-up Hair StyleI love make-up, hair and fashion so the title of my blog was a play on those words. I'm going to throw in some in-between topics as well.makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.comBlogger247125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-44567983062217437172020-01-23T12:54:00.000-05:002020-01-23T13:01:50.765-05:00Hair: It's Been a While! New Hair Alert!<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I know it's been a while and there have been spam posts posted to my account! Life caught up with me! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">What better way to get into the swing of things than hair talk?! So update, I cut and dyed my hair last April at a hair salon. I wanted a pastel color, it didn't come out that way. I did so many natural methods to lighten the color. I also had some damage in my hairline from all of the above and had to get it back. I went to my barber a few times to conceal the damage then decided to grow it out. For my regular Fall/Winter protective style I wanted to give wigs a break so I decided to go back to crochet. The difference is in the past I had the sides and back shaved so I just had to do the top. This time the biggest challenge has been trying to get the crochet hair to hold onto my short sides and back (it may be 2" long) and especially the softer hair in the back! In retrospect I make no sense not doing wigs! Anywho, I've tried cornrowing the sides/back, but it's still too short to do those tight enough on myself. I then tried the net method, that was a disaster for the same reason. The rubber band method didn't work because I need the old-school real hair rubber bands, not the shiny ones they created to prevent damage because those just slide right out my hair. I keep forgetting to buy them when I go to the beauty supply store!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">First style up were Sensationnel's 18" Lulutress Passion Twists in the color T1B/Burgundy (ombre). What a good idea until I realized they were too long for the winter if you have to wear a coat, hat and scarf! I first did single braids along the center part and cornrowed the sides and back and stitched in the net. Without a solid foundation, the net unraveled and became a mess! In the end I literally had no passion twists in the back and was wearing my hat at work all day!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I really enjoyed the Passion Twist idea where I don't have to manipulate the hair at all day-to-day aside from oiling my scalp and doing my edges. Issue was the Lulutress twists didn't come in anything shorter than 18", at least not at my beauty supply store. I looked up twist styles and went to the beauty supply store to get either 2-strand twist crochet hair or box braid crochet hair. The store didn't have a great color selection for the twists and then I realized I'd need about 7 packs of the box braid hair and I did not want to spend that kind of money. I saw the Spring Twists and did some Googling in the store and saw that people used them to create Passion Twists (I know, I'm so late) so I bought 3 packs of Harlem125 Kima Spring Twist in 8", T1B/BG. In my Google search I did see that people were buying or getting the Beyond Beauty hair to try (bloggers) and seemed to enjoy it but I couldn't wait for that to be delivered. Plus the hair in the store worked out to be a couple bucks cheaper.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I did cornrows at the top and singles around the perimeter. Watched a couple Youtube videos and most were consistent: uncoil/separate each spring curl without pulling it right through to the end, attach it to the hair then 2-strand twist it with gel. I used my Ecostyler olive oil one. I kind of twisted it however then realized if you twisted one way you got the passion twist look (kind of a boho-2 strand look, a "nice messy") but if you twisted the other way it was more uniform. I prefer the former but when it came to the back I just did wherever my hand went because seriously, doing anything in the back of your head is tiring!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">It came out nicely. Perfect length, but one by one the singles have been dropping out! I had to put them in a pony and wear a headband to work all week! Last night I removed the few that survived on the sides and just twisted my own hair and put the headband on again today. Not sure what to do next because I love the ease and how it looks. I need to think about whether I want to use the rubber band method. What about a half wig?! Maybe my sides are long enough to conceal it! Hmmm...stay tuned! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">My next series of posts are going to be about my New Year Home Revamp! I set off in a frenzy gutting and sprucing up the place.</span>makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-26733671070140967832018-02-16T13:02:00.002-05:002018-02-16T13:26:56.401-05:00It's been so long!<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I am so embarrassed to see that nearly a year has passed since my last post! A lot has been going on and we found out we got an apartment we wanted around May/June last year right when we decided to look into switching the kids schools for the Fall and moved in July so that was hectic. The kids started their new school in September which was another adjustment. Then because we now live in a building with rec rooms, we decided to have a birthday party for the kids since they've never really had one. A double party for a 5 year old girl and a 10 year old boy! That was another ordeal, it took me the week after to recuperate, lol! Then throw in Thanksgiving, Wedding Anniversary then Christmas and I was a mess. Let's not even mention makeup because that took a serious back-burner position. The move made me realize how much makeup I had and didn't use and even just moving it to a new space was stressful. I kind of became pissed about it and stopped buying stuff...which meant my IG slowed down. Anyway, the Christmas break was when I was finally able to catch my breath and do "homey" stuff like hang paintings and photos up on the wall. And since the new year I did other little projects around the house such as a "mud-room" area at the front door and a little mini-bar area in the living room. My current project is my bedroom closet and my next post will be about that transformation. I know it's not makeup, hair or style, but stay tuned!</span>makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-51107410570948296572017-03-04T22:53:00.000-05:002017-03-04T22:57:41.681-05:00Made-Up: #FOTD w/o Feb 27th<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivRxJxtXX-vOlWa3Bq0wP-roTFLzPBbadmFW-7fhpM8MH-RuoV3H0WJ-2-ar8L-xMEqCsdYcRLRGai3XSvAyZvc_-Nqzdl2Oo9B6ALkaKk9ylEm7z3-yhDsH9Ycg_2_gh9W-NR1AZ9Mbds/s1600/20170228134802_wm-761682.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivRxJxtXX-vOlWa3Bq0wP-roTFLzPBbadmFW-7fhpM8MH-RuoV3H0WJ-2-ar8L-xMEqCsdYcRLRGai3XSvAyZvc_-Nqzdl2Oo9B6ALkaKk9ylEm7z3-yhDsH9Ycg_2_gh9W-NR1AZ9Mbds/s320/20170228134802_wm-761682.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_6393858809526354434" /></a></p><p class="mobile-photo"><a 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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Juvia's Place released some of their Saharan palettes early on Jan 24th, and I was so on it (thanks to ColourPop Cult on IG!) It shipped the next day and I had it in my hand on the 27th (Friday). Yay!! They will still be doing the full launch on Jan 30th. </span></div>
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makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-32918814946262216002017-01-25T11:10:00.000-05:002017-01-27T16:27:31.183-05:00Made-Up: Kylie Cosmetics Responded About the Chemical Smell of the Royal Peach Palette<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">There's a lot of buzz going around about the chemical/spray paint odor permeating from this palette. I address it in my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQaYmy1Z3u0" target="_blank">YouTube video</a> (check it out, 3:33 mins in). It didn't bother me at first (call me crazy) but because of all the hoopla online, I may have gotten a bit concerned so I decided to email them not too long ago, they responded in 15 minutes! Here is what they told me (and everyone else who inquired, lol):</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Thank you for emailing us! We really appreciate your feedback as we are always trying to improve.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Rest assured, your Royal Peach Palette is 100% safe to use! We have spoken with our Quality Assurance Team and they have informed us that the smell may have been caused by the palette being enclosed during transit.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">We recommend keeping your palette open for 24-48 hours to diminish the smell. This is safe to do as long as you store your Royal Peach Palette in a cool, dry place away from UV rays!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">We hope this helps out!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I ordered the <a href="http://www.sigmabeauty.com/dry-n-shape-spa/p/DS05" target="_blank">Sigma Dry 'N Shape Spa</a> last week because the title of their email caught me: <b>"OMG, it's BACK!"</b> I was like "What? What??!" I actually didn't know about it before that to know it was a new, hot item that sells out faster than they can keep it on the shelves. I was in the market for a better way to dry my brushes so I was intrigued. I currently lay them out on a hand towel with the brushes hanging over the edge of the surface so they don't get flat and air can get to and through the bristles. The issue is space and worrying that my kids will touch them while drying. I had a couple brush trees in my Amazon cart for months that I never pulled the trigger on so when the email came, it was at the right time. I first had to inquire on their website in the Q&A section how the brushes got dry being enclosed in an elastic band and they responded that it has moisture-wicking technology. Which intrigued me even more, so I ordered it. Their delivery is super fast. I placed my order on Thursday January 19th and got the shipping confirmation that same day and it was delivered on Tuesday January 24th. I checked it out last night and it's very compact. I actually did a mini demo (without water) last night on my YouTube channel, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtx_eDtlmLg" target="_blank">check it out</a>. When I actually use it I'll update my post.</span>makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-58766126005150372862017-01-24T15:18:00.003-05:002017-01-24T16:52:58.849-05:00My YouTube Channel and Filming Stuff<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Hi. Long time no post. I swear this blogging stuff looks a lot easier as a bystander, but I'm going to keep at it! I recently decided, on top of everything else I can't keep up with, to boost up my YouTube channel. My sweet hubby bought me a Sony a5000 camera for our 12th wedding anniversary in December and I decided that was all I needed to get full force into my YouTube channel. The truth is most vloggers use what they have, such as their phone, and you don't need a fancy camera. But I kept telling myself that I needed the "perfect equipment, environment, etc", which lead to very little videos other than swatch videos, which get a lot of hits (depending on the brand), but I wanted to actually sit in <i>front</i> of the camera. So I decided to buy a ring light (after great deliberation) to take great shots and to be able to film in proper lighting when the lighting situation isn't cooperative. That was something I struggled with in my previous videos. I also purchased other equipment that I list below. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I love the camera, it's like a DSLR but without the bulk, so perfect for vloggers. It's 20 MP and has a flip up screen so I can see myself while recording and for selfies, which we know is important for beauty bloggers. I'm still struggling with figuring out the settings despite practically living on Google and YouTube researching. It's coming along though. One thing is the auto-focus, since I take a lot of makeup swatches, I notice that the camera struggles to keep up when I try to show them. I actually noticed this with my previous camera, which also happened to be a Sony (Cybershot, so regular point-and-shoot). The camera also doesn't have a hot shoe mount on top or a mic input. I solved the lack of hot shoe with an attachment, or should I say contraption. I speak about it below. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I bought the 2 yr Best Buy extended warranty right before the return period ended just because I'm paranoid. I don't typically rush to purchase extended warranties but this camera causes me anxiety, ha!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">- I needed a case so I ordered the <a href="http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-camera-case-black/9448042.p?skuId=9448042" target="_blank">Sony one from Best Buy</a> to pick up in store only to realize that it's bigger than I thought it was! I don't check dimensions, which isn't good. What <i>is</i> good is it's perfect to put all the little doo-dads related to the camera and filming. I currently have my big mic in there, it's stand and cord (more about it later), my mini tripod, the camera in its case and the adapter. I still needed something to just protect the camera, so I searched Amazon and saw this <a href="http://amzn.to/2jZmwLu" target="_blank">Andoer Camera Case</a>. I absolutely fell in love because it had that vintage/retro vibe. Aside from aesthetics, it's perfect and protects the camera well. The added strap makes it look like a crossbody bag! Here's the Sony case previously mentioned, on <a href="http://amzn.to/2jb8nq7" target="_blank">Amazon</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I got the camera right before travelling to Canada for the holidays, so I hastily ordered any old card from Amazon that was cheap ($19.99), which was this <a href="http://amzn.to/2kpDe35" target="_blank">Sandisk 64 GB Class 4</a>. It works fine, but for faster read time and to make sure the camera can handle what you throw at it (and especially for HD recording), I boosted to a <a href="http://amzn.to/2jmYCs7" target="_blank">Sandisk Extreme Class 10</a>...which was only $5 more. I wish I had the time to research before and make the best choice in the first place. Anywho, I get the new card today.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I decided on the <a href="http://amzn.to/2kovi6j" target="_blank">Amazon Basics Tripod</a> because it was $16.99 and I don't plan to use it outside the apartment. It's really light, so if you're looking for a heavy duty tripod, this isn't the one. A light Summer breeze will blow it away. But it has a level and quick-release, so it works for me.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I got the <a href="http://www.bestbuy.com/site/manfrotto-pixi-tripod-black/1463675.p?skuId=1463675" target="_blank">Manfrotto Pixi</a> from Best Buy. It's so cute!! So far I haven't used it for vlogging but I did use it for a close-up swatch video once. My fellow blogger boo Keishak uses this one and she was all up and down GenBeauty Vlogging with it. Here it is on <a href="http://amzn.to/2jbeWc4" target="_blank">Amazon</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">After much research and finally deciding that I didn't want to invest in a $300 ring light, I bought the <a href="http://amzn.to/2jWuMLV" target="_blank">Neewer 14" LED Ring Light bundle</a> for $116 because it was more bang for the buck with what you get, especially being an <b>LED</b> light and not fluorescent (newer technology). I didn't feel I needed the 18" for storage, space (I live in a small apartment) and travel reasons as I plan to use it for makeup gigs as well. I always end up in horrible lighting to do faces. The bundle has since sold out as you can see, but back in stock on Feb. 1st at the time of this post, but for $136. The light doesn't come with instructions but it was pretty easy to figure out. Set up is a breeze and the light makes my pics and videos look great (pics below for reference). The phone holder works with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and the remote as well (no need to download an app). It also comes with a good carrying case for the ring light, but not for the included stand (yes it came with the stand!) I see a similar <a href="http://amzn.to/2jaMYx7" target="_blank">18" bundle</a> available now. I also purchased the <a href="http://amzn.to/2jbpTKJ" target="_blank">SquareTrade extended warranty</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Living in a 2 bedroom apartment and not having a fancy makeup room makes filming a bit hard and it was also an obstacle that prevented me from recording. I don't ever have a nice, pretty, uncluttered background. So last week I ordered a <a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/141944151496" target="_blank">backdrop from eBay</a> that caught my eye. Then ordered a backdrop support since I don't film in front of a wall that I can tape the backdrop to. I decided on the <a class="yt-uix-servicelink " data-servicelink="CDEQ6TgYACITCOPN9dWw29ECFSSZnAodw3sGqyj4HQ" data-target-new-window="True" data-url="http://amzn.to/2jaAF4a" href="http://amzn.to/2jaAF4a" rel=" noopener" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; color: #167ac6; cursor: pointer; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Neewer Backdrop Support System</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;"> because it was the least expensive, had good reviews and came with the actual backdrop holders (some didn't). I had bought some spandex material (2 yards) from the Garment District to use as a backdrop while waiting for the one from eBay to be delivered and tried it on the support and realized I needed clamps, so I ordered the</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;"> </span><a class="yt-uix-servicelink " data-servicelink="CDEQ6TgYACITCOPN9dWw29ECFSSZnAodw3sGqyj4HQ" data-target-new-window="True" data-url="http://amzn.to/2jtwVLX" href="http://amzn.to/2jtwVLX" rel=" noopener" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; color: #167ac6; cursor: pointer; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">LimoStudio 6-pc Backdrop Background Clamps</a>, it's </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Amazon recommended and a good price. They work great and I filmed my first video with all this stuff yesterday. See it </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQaYmy1Z3u0" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> (may as well subscribe now too :))</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I purchased the <a class="yt-uix-servicelink " data-servicelink="CDEQ6TgYACITCOPN9dWw29ECFSSZnAodw3sGqyj4HQ" data-target-new-window="True" data-url="http://amzn.to/2jtzOfH" href="http://amzn.to/2jtzOfH" rel="nofollow noopener" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; color: #167ac6; cursor: pointer; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Corel VideoStudio Ultimate X9 [Download]</a> because I saw it pop up as an Amazon deal for $19.99 while I was knee-deep into researching software. I took it as a sign, because quite frankly, I was flustered at this point...or call me cheap, ha! Seriously, video editing software is EXPENSIVE. Prior to this I usually used the YouTube Editor so a full program takes getting used to. With each video I'm learning more though. I also downloaded two editing apps on my phone, Adobe Clip and FilmoraGo to use in addition to the other apps I use in general to watermark and label my stuff. These are for videos and pics that I take with my cell phone. They produce more professional looking swatch videos on my channel compared to my previous ones. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I hastily bought the <a href="http://amzn.to/2kovbHO" target="_blank">Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Cardioid Microphone</a> mic before realizing that I needed a mic input in my camera to use it while recording and mine didn't have one (wah). I still kept it to do voiceovers though. It's rated as a good mic in its category on Amazon and in an article I read, and I haven't had any issues so far, but it's not a travel mic. It's a big heavy ball, lol. It comes with a stand which I hold while doing my voiceovers. It fits in my camera bag though!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I got a <a href="http://www.target.com/p/solid-wood-tv-tray--single--black---pdg%C2%AE/-/A-11053805" target="_blank">TV Tray</a> from Target because I wanted something small and fold-able that I can put away when not in use to put my products on while filming. I saw another YouTuber use one of these in her video (she lived in a studio). It's perfect, although a little shaky. What do I want for $8 right?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I bought this <a href="http://amzn.to/2jb3TQo" target="_blank">LimoStudio L-Bracket</a> when I realized my camera didn't have a hot-shoe mount that I could attach this <a href="http://amzn.to/2jb74aO" target="_blank">LimoStudio LED Light</a> to...which I bought when I was talking myself out of needing a ring light (rolling my eyes here) and for vlogging in dark environments. I remember attending a beauty event at night and we couldn't even take proper videos it was so dark! I have since decided that I can also use it as a mini softbox in the typical 3-light situation with my ring light while recording (I'd have to buy another). This light is super bright so I bought the <a href="http://amzn.to/2j1NkLo" target="_blank">Julius Studio Diffuser</a> that goes with it. I haven't used any of these items yet. I'm well prepared though, lol! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Now I just need to find the time to do videos... *crickets* That is proving to be the hardest part with a 9-5 and a family. And you can have all the equipment in the world, but if you aren't engaging, it doesn't matter. So please check out and subscribe to my channel, </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSSZeMjuimKkB6nsyIxDAw" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;" target="_blank">makeupbykifana</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">, and encourage me along. Thanks in advance!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The huge box from Amazon with my ring light in it. I cracked up.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Great ring light lighting!</span><br />
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Here's my Selena haul<br />
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I love everything. My fav lippies are Dreaming of You then Amor Prohibido. I haven't tried Como La Flor on my lips yet. My favorite shadow is probably Missing My Baby in terms of formula but I love Selena's color. I don't find MAC's formula to be the best and honestly, this was the first time I bought their shadows since my wedding in 2004. </div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Anyone who <i>really</i> knows me (hello sis!) knows that I ADORE Betsey Johnson's handbags and accessories! I'm obsessed with cheetah print (and all animal print really) and bright colors and this chick makes accessories with both?? Like you would get a handbag with bright busy print on the outside then cheetah print lining?? Come on now. I'm a walking hazard light! Awesome!! And this isn't a newfound love either, ever since living in Canada I've been drawn to her stuff, we'd see them at sample sales we would go to from the late 90's on. Then moving to NYC made it worse since it's more accessible here. Every Christmas I'm sure to get a Betsey Johnson stocking stuffer from my sister. She loves Betsey too. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The colors immediately caught my eye. I'm not a Trolls fan really but still took a look. How can you not? I then started saying, "This stuff looks wild like Betsey Johnson", and sure enough, I bent the corner and there was her name. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Checking out the Macy's website, it seems as though the prices range from $15-$140. I definitely need to get something from this collection. Anything. Well, maybe not the $140 necklace :D</span>makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-19302525503839232162016-09-30T03:06:00.000-04:002016-09-30T15:12:08.134-04:00Made-Up: Nine Three Beauty Confetti Highlighter & #FOTD Sept. 29 2016 <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">As per my girl and fellow Blogger, Keisha G, I'm the Highlighting Queen and she ain't ever lie! I can't even remember what brought me to the Nine Three Beauty Instagram page but I saw a picture of their Confetti highlighter and I glazed over. I ordered it and shipping was fast.</span></div>
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<br />makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-57265258606733835102016-09-28T19:51:00.000-04:002016-09-29T04:24:46.422-04:00Made-Up: #FOTD Sept. 28 2016<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">Omg this lipstick! I need shades! It's Ruby Kisses Pool Party with a little Bellegant Cosmetics Oasis on the edges (trying to get warm summer vibes). I switched to ColourPop Mess Around after taking this pic for work but couldn't snap a pic because I was rushing. </span><br />
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makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-80049308620182357552016-09-27T21:06:00.000-04:002016-09-27T21:06:38.565-04:00Style: Atlantic Antic<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I love going to this festival every year. Mainly for the food (because I'm greedy) but equally for the unique booths with accessories and clothing. The kids and I went alone this year while hubby did his own thing. I quickly realized what a mistake I made when I found myself paying for my stuff with my own money. And juggling my corn on the cob while trying to handle my daughter's and hers? Totally frustrating. Next year hubby will be there.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">-A New York City tank, $5</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">-African print earrings, $15</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">-Earphone Taco, $10. Genius idea!! The designer makes leather bags and she came up with the idea to make earphone tacos with the scraps of leather!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">-Earrings, $5</span>makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-87143897635872064962016-09-27T19:57:00.001-04:002016-09-27T20:39:25.756-04:00Made-Up: #FOTD Sept 23rd, 24th, 26th & 27th<div class="mobile-photo">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Highlighter:</b> Anastasia Beverly Hills Moon Child Glow Kit, Blue Moon. </span><br />
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makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-68805013537371868732016-09-22T16:06:00.001-04:002016-09-22T16:06:23.682-04:00Made-Up: #FOTD Sept 22 2016- Trying Some New Products<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I'm t</span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">rying out the bareMinerals <a href="http://www.bareescentuals.com/barePRO-Performance-Wear-Powder-Foundation/US81533,default,pd.html?cm_ven=Google&cm_cat=GPS&cm_pla=81533&cm_ite=all&gclid=CjwKEAjwgo6_BRC32q6_5s2R-R8SJAB7hTG-YhdKikwPXIRKbRY5f9OYtvqes7diCcelh7rTvYT-qhoC7PXw_wcB">barePRO Performance Wear Powder Foundation</a> that I got as their free gift at Generation Beauty. I got the color Clove (#28) which seems to be a perfect match. I didn't do a proper match at GenBeauty because I already had makeup on and didn't want to take it off but she matched it on my chin. I used my Sephora #90 Airbrush face brush to apply it. Coverage is nice. I forgot to use my face primer today, oops.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I'm also trying out itCosmetics' <a href="https://www.itcosmetics.com/superhero-elastic-stretch-volumizing-mascara">SuperHero mascara</a> from my September Ipsy Glam Bag. I'm a Tarte Tarteist Lash Paint gal so anything else just isn't giving me the effect I want. This one claims to volumize and lengthen your lashes but I didn't get much of that today. I'll keep trying. I think the issue is no other mascara seems to be as black as the Tarte one and that's what I need to make my eyes pop because of my lash color and skin tone.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I got my nails done last week Friday for Generation Beauty because they looked super jacked up and I needed a refill like 2 weeks before that (they were a month old). They use Le Chat Perfect Match gel polishes at the salon and this time I chose Plumeria as the primary color, then Crystal Ball (gold glitter) and Top The Box Office (golden olive) as accent nails. I've been choosing 3 colors lately to spice it up. Before that I just had one accent nail on each hand (ring finger). The gold colors looked better together on the nail demos than they do on my actual nails but I couldn't be bothered to have her change it. A different tone of the glitter would have went better, more yellow-based and less rose gold. Oh well. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Just in case my nail lady wasn't available I had started looking into those at-home gel kits because I planned to soak off my acrylics and try the gel polish application myself that night on my own nails. Thank goodness she had an opening so I didn't have to rush it! I still bought a kit after the fact since </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">the SensatioNail Gel Polish Starter Kit </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">was on sale online at Target and they had a beauty promo going on ($5 gift card with $20 beauty purchase). So I paid $18.27 since I already had a $5 gift card (from another beauty purchase that week, shhh). It still retails for $59.99 on the SensatioNail website! That was my main deciding factor among the kits I researched (Red Carpet and Sally Hansen being the others)--> I didn't want to invest too much. Plus this kit had good reviews anyway. I prefer the polish color selection from Red Carpet so maybe I can buy some polishes from them and use it with the system I bought (not sure how that works, I'll research). I bought the color Raspberry Wine because it was cheaper than the other colors offered. I can use the $ I saved towards a color I really want. The kit comes with enough for 10 full applications which is a bargain since i</span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">t costs me $38 each time I do my nails at the salon, plus tip. Another reason why I stretch it to once a month! LOL!</span><div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">ColourPop's Fall collection colors are BANGIN'! I seriously can't keep up with their launches though and have literally been flying by the seat of my pants buying whatever catches my eye. I purchased from their Fall Edit 2 Collection: TERRACOTTA, last week. Here are some swatches.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">As promised in my <a href="http://madeuphairstyle.blogspot.com/2016/09/made-up-ipsy-generation-beauty-nyc-2016.html">main GenBeauty post</a>, here are all the goodies I scored throughout the weekend. Those who purchased a regular ticket like myself received a goodie bag on Saturday and one on Sunday. Ipsy OS Creators got more. The goodie bag lines were fluid on both days, grab and go. Based on this </span><a href="http://genbeauty.com/nyc/brands/" style="font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">list of vendors</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">, the only brands that weren't in my bags are Rock Your Hair, OGX, Say Hello to Good Legs and Nudestix. Not pictured is the nice vegan leather Make Up Forever tote they gave out and shopping bags from Eva NYC, Derma-E, Pur-Lisse, and Jouer (paper).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The majority of the brands handed out freebies in addition to what they provided in the goodie bags. </span>I personally didn't get any dupes between the two which is great. <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">When you visited their booth you had to give them the ticket from your Passport (received at registration with your lanyard and name tag) in exchange for your gift. The only one that I can think of that didn't give out a freebie was Quay Sunglasses because, well, they're sunglasses ;) I didn't get a chance to check out the following (some I didn't care to, like the hair ones, others, the line was too long): H2O+, itCosmetics, NYX, Essence, Absolute, StyleCode (not really a booth, but a stage area), The Estee Edit, Leaders Cosmetics</span>, Marc Anthony, OGX, Josie Maran, Peach & Lily, Peek, Pixi, Say Hello to Sexy Legs and Vital Proteins. The lines were a pain, but part of the process. Friends were dividing and conquering where each would be in a different line with the others' ticket to claim both gifts. The worst lines for the weekend from my observation were Make Up Forever and NYX. Any line that involved makeup application, color-matching, brow grooming, facials, etc, took the longest. Some also had photo booths and little tasks/games you had to do to get your gift.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I only bought 3 items, so proud of myself. Most brands were offering a show discount with no taxes. I bought a pair of <a href="https://tartecosmetics.com/tarte-item-tarteist-PRO-cruelty-free-lashes">Tarte's Cruelty Free Pro lashes in Flirt</a> ($9.99, $12 retail), <a href="https://www.jouercosmetics.com/long-wear-lip-topper?id=535">Jouer's latest Lip Topper, Tan Lines</a> ($13, $16 retail, sold out online at the moment) and <a href="https://beautyusa.royalbrush.com/collections/moda/products/moda-ezglam-flawless-face">Royal & Langnickel's MODA EZ Glam Duo- Flawless Face set</a> ($8, $9.99 retail).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">As you can see, I got some good stuff so I highly recommend attending! Have you ever been to this or any other beauty convention?</span><br />
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makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-38445305198827225182016-09-20T14:20:00.001-04:002016-09-27T21:13:18.933-04:00Made-Up: #FOTD Sept. 20th 2016- ColourPop Fall<div class="mobile-photo">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I got my ColourPop Fall goodies in the mail yesterday. They have another Fall collection coming out this week. I can't keep up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Best,<br /> Kifana<br /><a href="http://www.makeupbykifana.com/"> www.makeupbykifana.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.madeuphairstyle.com/"> www.madeuphairstyle.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.instagram.com/makeupbykifana"> www.instagram.com/makeupbykifana</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Seriously, I need one of those motorized carts you see at Target for next year! By day 2 my back was a mess and I was EXHAUSTED! I bought my tickets for GenBeauty back in March as a birthday gift to myself at the Pioneer Rate of $84 with fees for both days which was a steal in my opinion. I didn't want to have FOMO at a later date when tickets were about double the price (they were actually $200 by the time of the event)! Back in March they only published that it was going to be in Brooklyn, not the exact location but I was good with that since I live in the BK. Then when I checked a couple weeks ago, I saw the venue was the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. What?! Brooklyn has a cruise terminal?? Since when did we get fancy?? Okay, I just checked, it opened in April 2006 before I even moved to NYC. Turned out it's about a 15-20 min drive from home which was great. After buying my tickets, I did some research on the event (yeah, totally backwards) and saw mixed reviews with many saying that vendors ran out of free gifts by Sunday, it wasn't that great, etc, whereas others said they had fun. I always want to try something at least once so I had no regrets with my purchase. But buying my tickets that early, it took so long for this weekend to come that it snuck up on me! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Hubby dropped me off at around 11:30 am (event started at 11 am). First issue with the event, the GPS tells you you're at your destination at the entrance, which is true, BUT you still had to walk so far from there to get to the actual cruise terminal. I was so pissed that I seriously wanted to tell my husband halfway there to come back for me and drop me to the door! Like it was seriously almost a 10 minute walk as cars, cabs and Ubers drove past me. And I was wearing a denim jacket because my WeatherBug app said it would be chilly. So I was sweating but didn't want to take it off because it was part of my look (#firstworldproblems). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Oooh la la, so nice and airy in there. Huuuge space. It is a cruise terminal after all. I went straight to the registration section which was quick and painless and I was totally happy that I made the decision to do my nails Friday after work instead of doing the early registration for GenBeauty because I didn't need it. I was so torn deciding but had finally told myself that month-old nails in need of a refill was a beauty faux-pas that didn't go with the event so they had to be done, lol. I was also worried that getting there at the time that I did, it would have been a zoo since registration started at 9 am, but nope. A breeze and absolutely no line. I showed my ticket, got my lanyard and mini Sharpie to write my name on my tag and I was off.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">In that main area they had the Ipsy booth where you could pick a pouch designed by some of the Ipsy stylists. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I chose one designed by Jaleesa Moses. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The line for that wasn't bad at all either, and that's when I peeped that some chicks brought their husbands and boyfriends with them! Wth?? One lady said she and her husband flew in from Texas. That's when I realized that people also traveled for the event, I totally didn't even think of that! Cool! I think living in NYC where a lot happens I don't think about going to another state for events. These chicks were smart though, they got double the goodies by bringing their significant other who had no interest in makeup! Genius!! I couldn't do it though, my husband can't handle me in Target much less a makeup convention. He would shrivel up and die, but before that, give me the beast-face several times over. I'll pass. He still doesn't get my makeup passion. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Attached to our lanyard behind our name tag there was an event map with little perforated tickets along the edges that you had to remove for each booth to claim your free gift to eliminate double-dipping. It took me a minute to get used to that and I often got to the beginning of a line and was then scrambling to get the ticket out! In that main area there was also a female DJ, milky$hake, spinning tunes, she was phenomenal all weekend. I was straight up dancing many times during the day, even in the bathroom!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The Quay Sunglasses booth was there too. At the time I didn't know what for (it's not beauty) but my friend put me on later and told me that Desi Perkins has shades with them. Okay. Except they weren't at discount or anything. So maybe not okay, ha. They definitely had a line though.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Next was the first room of exhibitors (there were two not including the one with the DJ). I took a quick walk-through and was overwhelmed by the lining up situation. I only had The Makeup Show (TMS) to compare this to so I didn't know what to expect. At TMS, the lines weren't like that but then I quickly made the distinction that TMS is for industry people so they were busy with classes, buying product for their kits, etc, there are no meetups with social media makeup stars, or mobs of screaming teeny boppers. Omg, the screaming girls! That caught me off-guard for sure. These social media influencers are ROCK STARS! I'll be honest, I'm not into watching YouTube all day aimlessly looking at makeup or hair videos. I follow people but don't watch religiously. YT is my main research tool for makeup and hair purchases, that's it really. If I want a highlighter, I search on YT to see someone my complexion wearing it, same with wigs or extensions. I had to wrap my head around the fact that some of these girls literally idolize some of these figures and have some sort of personal connection with them. I couldn't get with it but I learned to kind of respect it by day 2. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">My first booth was Ofra Cosmetics. I lined up for my free lippie and Ofra-labeled lanyard then was told that they weren't selling anything when I asked. I was highly annoyed. Then I had a mild panic attack, were we only here to jump through hoops to get free products?? I'm too old for this. Turns out some were selling and some weren't. Phew. I like to at least have the option.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I had one person I wanted to meet and that was MakeupShayla and I succeeded. Her meetup was at the Estee Edit booth. I literally had my phone alarm set to remind me 1/2 hr before. I got there about 15 mins before and was good. She's absolutely awesome! She takes your phone and gets into the selfie...she even did an IG story for me, "Makeupshayla in the houuuse!" Super sweet. And how about the fact that she looks just as great in person as she does online? A friend of mine on Facebook almost asked me if I was posing with a real person until she read my caption! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">After that great experience I went to get my gift bag (it's massive, WOOHOO!) That was a fast and easy line. I anticipated mayhem. I then ran into my girl Keisha near the front door. She's a YT'er, Ipsy Creator, blogger, and just a sweet gyal from Barbados, so we click since my family is from Trinidad. She and I are the same when it comes to these kinds of events. We go by ourselves. For me, I don't like anyone holding me back when I'm ready to buy my tickets for an event that I'm truly interested in. I'm very much a "march to the beat of my own drum" kind of person, I can basically go anywhere by myself and just start talking to people and make friends. Hubby hates it. I was glad Keisha and I met up though because we hung out all weekend and had an awesome time because we're so similar. We checked out the Make Up Forever booth shortly after running into each other. That line was horrendous. We stood for a bit and chatted, I charged my phone, saw at least two pregnant girls in the line (one is due this Thursday!), someone who didn't blend her highlight properly, I fell asleep, no I didn't, but thankfully Keisha had the hook-up and knew one of the make up artists so we were able to skip the line right when I was fading. We had maybe waited for only 10 minutes before that happened mind you, but it felt like 10 hrs. I'm serious. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Someone later said she waited 2 hrs in that line. What? And here </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I was right at the point when I was going to say, "Eff this, I'm out!" when we got in.</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Once there, we got to pick out a full-sized lipstick from their latest collection though, then have the box decorated by a graffiti artist. Unfortunately for me, their new range of lipsticks have </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">macadamia</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> nut oil in them, and I'm allergic to nuts. Can you imagine if I waited 2 hrs to find that out?? I still took the lipstick though, such a pretty color. And I chose a non-matte one! So proud of myself. Useless. After getting our lipstick we had to take pics with their backdrop and hashtag them on IG. They had a city brick/graffiti theme going on which was fun. That's one thing I forgot to mention, most brands wanted us to follow them and hashtag their brand in a selfie on social media to get our free gift. Fair enough. Most of them I was already following anyway since my IG is primarily makeup brands and makeup enthusiasts with the exception of a few. One issue was that the WiFi and general cell phone reception was a bit spotty due to location (near the water) so that wasn't always easy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">We finally ducked out to eat at around 4 pm. Where did the time go? By that point I was faint because I only had an Eggo waffle that morning and yes I was still wearing that damned denim jacket because I was cute okay?? Literally, I felt like I was going to faint while speaking to the Nudestix co-founder Taylor. I took the last sip of water I had and thought I really was going to pass out. She must have been wondering what was wrong with me. I even had to take my jacket off while she was talking because I was cold-sweating. She's a sweet girl by the way and </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BKeml6zgnY2/?taken-by=makeupbykifana" style="font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">their story is phenomenal</a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">...and she's Canadian like me! (<-- click link for my IG post with their story)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Okay back to the food, Ipsy had about 6 food trucks lined up outside and when we got out there the lines were bananas! We settled for Gorilla Cheese because the line was short and I wasn't playing. We ate, drank, and felt better. No more hangriness. Went back in to finish off the day. Seriously, those lines tho', grrr, some of the big brands, you go and the line is closed, they tell you to come back, and every time you circle back, same deal (hello Jouer!) We did knock out Tarte and Too Faced right at the end though, which we didn't expect so that was good. I met Jen from Tarte and took a pic with her, she's so sweet. She does their makeup videos on Periscope, YouTube and I believe Snapchat. I must admit, I prefer Periscope over Snapchat. I was obsessed with another one of their gals, Maria, and asked about her because she hasn't done a video in months and she let me know that she left Tarte and is freelancing. I am able to rest now but, wahhhh. She was the closest in my complexion to even have an idea what certain Tarte shades would look like on me. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Day 1 was a success with tons of goodies and we left about 1/2 hr before it ended to catch the NYX-sponsored shuttle to Borough Hall before it got too hectic. Quick easy ride, very grateful for that service.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Day 2 </u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Keisha and I had said on Saturday that we were going to get there early on Sunday to hit up Bare Minerals and Cover FX. GAME ON! Yeahhhh that didn't happen, we got there at 11:30 am. Still good time though. We also both made sure to eat big breakfasts at home first! We went to CoverFX first and got our free mini Custom Enhancer Drops (I got Moonlight) and then Bare Minerals for our free FULL SIZED barePRO Performance Wear Powder Foundation compact! Score! They ran out of the barePRO Core Coverage brush on Saturday. Boo. The rest of the day we did the regular thing, line up, snap pics and chase Jouer *rolleyes* We were literally only successful with them about 45 mins before the event ended!! We didn't get to IT Cosmetics or H2O+ Skincare because we kept doing the line tango and missing them. And we heard they were giving out a great products too. Oh well. We also didn't do NYX but weren't pressed because the line was always cray and to be honest, I love them, but got enough at TMS and their Kings Plaza grand opening. W</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">e saw Patrick Starr (who I met and took a selfie with at the NYX opening), Manny MUA, Kathleenlights, Desi and Lustrelux, and other people we didn't know but could tell they were "someone".</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Another disappointment for me, while in the Laneige line a young lady told us that Ofra was selling product that day (remember they weren't on Saturday) and she got the Rodeo Drive highlighter for $10!!! What?! It's $35 online! I never bought it because I don't really <i>need</i> it for $35 even with a coupon code, but for $10 I'd get it! It's apparently a dupe of the highly coveted MAC Whisper of Gilt highlighter. I went to the booth to speak to someone about it because I didn't want to line up again, just purchase, and it had sold out! They only brought a handful. And she wasn't nice about it either, she told me to buy it online. Thanks genius. After that we charged our phones for a bit at the charging station in the first room with the DJ and I sat down for the first time since getting there. It was around 2:30 pm or so (time really flies at these events). My back, omg, help. I can't stand for too long without back pain from my Scoliosis. It's still hurting as I am typing here hours later. I took the opportunity as I was sitting on the stairs by the DJ platform to compliment her and take a pic with her. She's super sweet and humble. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Before going back in, we witnessed a total fangirl moment when Manny left the building. Girls were screaming and following him with his security. They had been standing outside the door where the talent was (do we call them that?) waiting to see someone! I can't. We finished up the day pretty satisfied... And tired. We took the shuttle again and headed home, except this time the driver we had took a long way, *sigh*</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">All in all it was a great event once you accept that there are lines and you have to deal with them. At least they're a good way to meet people and converse. Most brands gave out full-sized or deluxe-sized product with the exception of Hourglass. Seriously guys? You gave out a one-use sample of your primer and called it a day? The same one I got many times from Sephora.com free with purchase? Like the packet you have to rip open to squeeze product from?! Wow. Highly disappointed. E.l.f ran out of their free gifts early both days. Also didn't make sense to me but they weren't a priority for us anyway because let's face it, they're cost-efficient. I only made a few purchases, a 2-brush set from Royal Langnickel, lashes from Tarte and Joeur's new lip topper, Tan Lines, since I already have Skinny Dip. </span></div>
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The main thing I would say Ipsy has to work on for next year is the water and refreshment situation. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">No bottled water inside or even a granola bar if you wanted one (no nuts though guys, I'm allergic, haha!) It c</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">ould have been the venue and certain restrictions, I'm not sure. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I guess I'm used to events like NY Fashion Week where there are buckets of sponsored drinks and snacks everywhere. They didn't even have to be sponsored at GenBeauty, but for sale inside at least, or vending machines maybe? The food truck idea was cute but seriously, if you wanted a water you had to go outside, line up, and pay like $4 for a bottle at a truck, which they quickly ran out of I heard.</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Let me tell you, Keisha and I learned for day 2. I joked Saturday evening on IG with her that I would bring a cooler filled with food and drinks, ha! Also, they could have noted on the website along with the shuttle and parking information that there was a long walk from the entrance to the cruise terminal and/or to drive all the way in for drop-offs. </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Other than that, I don't have any other complaints, the b</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">athrooms were clean with no lines, there were phone charging stations, the registration and gift bag distribution were flawless, the staff and line control were good, and they had some seating. Actually, they could have had a couple more areas with couches. Or beds!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I'll do a separate post with what I got from each vendor and my experience with them. I seriously got a lot of loot. Maybe I'll do an un-boxing on YT! Whaaaaat?! :O</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Strike a pose! Vogue! The </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Essence Street Style Block Party</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> has been going on for 3 years in D.U.M.B.O., Brooklyn, where people come out in their hottest gear, hairstyles, accessories and beards (for the men!) and Rip The Streets! Last year was the first time I went, I brought my son (then 7) and we had a blast just people watching and hanging out. So I had to go this year. But then I realized it was the same day as my friends baby shower and open house at the dance school I signed my near 4 yr old daughter (Taylor) up for...yikes. Why is it that you can go weekends without anything to do then one DAY out of a weekend you have multiple events?? I had nothing to do on the Sunday yet 3 events on the Saturday! The plan was to hit the open house first with my her (my son was sick), then Essence, then the baby shower since that started at 3pm. We ended up skipping the open house because of timing and just went straight to Essence. I didn't have any outfits planned and anyone who has been or seen pics of this event knows it's a literal fashion show (hence the name). Everyone looks like their outfits were perfectly calculated months in advance! I managed to throw something together for Taylor first, then myself and even changed my shorts last minute. We were off!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">We got there early when the crowd was light which was great since I had my her with me. Right away the photographers fell in love with her! I kept getting asked by someone to take her pic. And my girl was POSING okay!!? Like her little foot came out, hand on the hip, etc. I was baffled and questioned where she got it from then everyone was quick to point out where. (oh shut up!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Taylor also got some bubbles there so she was good. More paparazzi surrounded her as she blew bubbles (lol). I was getting my picture taken too, don't get it twisted y'all! ;) Apparently my purple hair, outfit and accessories were a hit which was great because I literally threw them together in 10 mins. Throughout our time there we also hung out in the Archway area near the stage to hear what Vanessa, the Essence Editor-In-Chief, had to say (I love her!), Kelly Rowland, and to also take in some music and dance. In later pictures I saw that we missed Zendaya. She looked awesome in her purple pants!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Then got her pic taken by a photographer designated to that area that I emailed to myself. Adorable. We grabbed our signature Essence bubbles and went back outside.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">We checked out a couple more booths like Shea Moisture and Chevy. I didn't really go to shop so I didn't peruse the clothing and accessory vendors, but there were a decent amount there. We got various samples along the way and two fanny packs (I couldn't resist!) and buttons from Chevy. Then she started to get tired so we headed out at around 3 pm. Perfect timing. She fell asleep on the train :) </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">This was a great event and I hope that next year we're able to enjoy it in its entirety because the pictures I saw on various websites in the days following of all that styling that went on after we left?!! Hmph! My people know how to come out and show out!! See you next year Essence!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">By the way, we were featured on the Essence website, Instagram and I had a feature in Vibe Magazine online. Fun stuff. Some pics below with active links.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Outfit deets:</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Taylor</b>- Neon ruffle skirt, hair bow and socks, Children's Place. Denim shirt, H&M. Disney Frozen Anna Sneakers, Reebok.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Myself</b>- Bodysuit from SheIn.com. Denim boyfriend shorts, Old Navy. Earrings, mark (Avon). Necklace, Frugal Finds NYC. Sunglasses, Sunglass Spot. Socks, can't remember they're so old! Shoes, Puma Fenty Trainers. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Best,<br /> Kifana<br /><a href="http://www.makeupbykifana.com/"> www.makeupbykifana.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.madeuphairstyle.com/"> www.madeuphairstyle.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.instagram.com/makeupbykifana"> www.instagram.com/makeupbykifana</a></span><br />
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makeupbykifanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11514477625083155878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9223014081368826367.post-88628220986081257392016-04-21T13:54:00.000-04:002016-04-21T14:44:03.664-04:00Made-Up: Swatch Comparisons with Jeffree Star Scorpio<div class="mobile-photo">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">You know how it goes, you get trigger happy, fall in love with a swatch online, buy it in the heat of the moment, then immediately ask yourself right after, "Wait, don't I have something like this already? Or many <i>somethings</i>??" This is what happened when I said I wanted Jeffree Star's Scorpio. Thankfully it doesn't look like anything else I have...<i>really</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This is my first JS purchase, I ordered it when it launched on Saturday April 16th at 1pm, I got a shipping notification at 9pm that night, it officially left their warehouse on Monday and I got it on Wednesday. So great shipping. I love the packaging, the applicator and the color. I don't like the fragrance, which is addressed on their website because apparently it's a "thing". Once on, it doesn't smell like anything, so it doesn't linger. The formula reminds me of the NYX Lip Lingerie's. It's matte, but doesn't dry down completely like some other liquid lipsticks, so there's a little stickiness to it and it does transfer. All in all I like it, but I'm not in a huge rush to spend $23 with shipping on another one. </span></div>
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