If I could recommend just a few things to get, I would say the Liquid Liner in “Pure Show” and both the Viva Glam Lipglosses!  The Leopard Luxe quad is really pretty, but if you could probably dupe with a couple eyeshadows: Firespot and Knight Divine.

Here’s the look I did with the Leopard Luxe Quad (tutorial is next )

Products:

• MAC Mattifying Gel     (MAC)
• Amazing Cosmetics Concealer
  • Light Skin – Light Golden     (Sephora) (eBay)
  • Medium Skin- Tan     (Sephora) (eBay)
  • Dark Skin- Deep Golden     (Sephora) (eBay)
• NARS Sheer Glow Foundation     (Sephora)  (eBay)
• Benefit Powderflage    (Sephora)  (eBay)

Tools:

• Beauty Blender Sponge  (eBay)
• MUG Foundation Stippling Brush   (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Small Powder Puff     (Makeup Geek Store)

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Face:

• MAC Mattyfing Cream      (MAC)
• Amazing Cosmetics Concealer    (Sephora)
• NARS Sheer Glow Foundation   (Sephora)  (eBay)
• MUFE HD Powder    (Amazon)  (eBay)
• NARS Torrid Blush     (eBay)     (Sephora)

Eyes:

• Palladio Eye Primer     (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Pure White pigment     (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Marine Ultra pigment    (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Golden Lemon pigment    (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Green Space pigment    (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Cool Blue eyeshadow     (Makeup Geek Store)
• Indigo Blue Gel Liner     (Makeup Geek Store)

Lips:

• NYX Sunshine Lipgloss     (Makeup Geek Store)

Tools:

• MAC 219 Brush
• MAC 222 Brush (if you have large eyes)   or MUG Outer V Brush (if you have small eyes)     (Makeup Geek Store)
• MUG Eye Shader Brush     (Makeup Geek Store)
• Sonia Kashuk Angled Liner Brush

There are several ways to wear this look- in the pictures you can see different placement of the same colors, so feel free to mix it up!
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Face:

• MAC Mattyfing Cream      (MAC)
• Amazing Cosmetics Concealer    (Sephora)
• NARS Sheer Glow Foundation   (Sephora)  (eBay)
• MUFE HD Powder    (Amazon)  (eBay)
• MAC Hipness Blush      (eBay)

Eyes:

• Palladio Eye Primer       (Makeup Geek Store)
• Bare Escentuals Eyeshadow – Now (eBay)
• NYX Nude Eyeshadow      (Makeup Geek Store)
  • You just need something close to your skin color that isn’t shimmery
• Ben Nye Pigment – Cherry Red     (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Pigment – Pure White           (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Pigment – Rose Gold         (Makeup Geek Store)
• Ardell False Lashes – 102 Demis       (Makeup Geek Store)
• Black Gel Liner       (Makeup Geek Store)
• Black Liquid Liner

Lips:

• NYX Lollipop Lipgloss     (Makeup Geek Store)

Tools:

• MAC 217 Brush
• MAC 239 Brush
• MAC 219 Brush
• MUG Blush Brush       (Makeup Geek Store)

NARS Sheer Glow Liquid Foundation

This foundation is so beautiful!  As we age, our skin tends to look more dry and dull- this NARS foundation helps give that glow back without looking shiny or oily.  It covers really well, but doesn’t feel heavy on the skin!

It comes in 12 different shades- the one I am currently wearing is “Barcelona”.   Also, if you have oily skin, I would say to try the Sheer Matte instead as you will not need the extra “glow”  :)

PROS:

• Great Coverage
• Applies Evenly
• Does not Feel Heavy
• Gives a Youthful Glow

CONS:

• Price
• Packaging  (could use a pump)

Price: $42

Where to Buy:

• Sephora
• Amazon
• eBay

*Images taken from KarlaSugar.net

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DiorSkin Sculpt Line-Smoothing Lifting Makeup

This foundation also gives a beautiful finish to the skin!  It gives more of a satin/matte finish vs the luminous finish that the NARS one gives, but it covers really well and applies evenly.  I like how lightweight it is and how smooth it looks on my skin.

This should work on all skin types- oily to dry, and it’s best applied with a damp sponge (like the Beauty Blender Sponge)

PROS:

• Great Coverage
• Smooth Consistency
• Fills in Fine Lines
• Excellent Packaging (has a pump and easy to remove lid)

CONS:

• Price
• Limited colors (there are only 8 )

Price:    $54

Where to Buy:

• Sephora
• Amazon
• eBay

Final Notes:

If I had to choose between these two, I would get the NARS Sheer Glow as it is a little cheaper and has a more luminous finish.  But if you have oily skin, I would try the NARS Sheer Matte (I tried it and wasn’t a huge fan, but my skin is more dry).  I hope that helps you all in your quest for the perfect foundation!!

Moroccan Oil Shampoo and Conditioner

This makes your hair super shiny and soft!  Plus it is gentle on your hair and will not strip it of its color.  I cannot say enough good things about the Morrocan Oil products- they’re all amazing!  I use this every time I wash my hair.

Where to Buy: (Amazon) or (eBay)

Clairol Colorseal Conditioning Gloss

This helps your color last longer and makes your hair glossy and soft!  I use this twice a week in place of my conditioner.

Where to Buy:    (Amazon) or (eBay)

Loreal Triple Protection Hair Color Cream-  Dark Chocolate Brown

This color is my favorite as it’s a rich dark brown, but I also love how smooth my hair feels after I use this hair color!  This is a temporary hair color and lasts through 28 shampoos, so is great for a quick change in color.

Where to Buy: (Amazon) or (eBay)

Bumble and Bumble Thickening Spray

This works great in adding volume to the roots without leaving hair crunchy like some hairspray and mousse products do.  Just spray on your roots while your hair is damp, then style as normal.

Where to Buy:     (Amazon) or   (eBay)

MAC Fix +  Spray

This is my favorite product ever!  Not only do I use it after doing my makeup to give my face a nice glow, but I also use it as a detangler.  I spray a little bit in my hair while damp, then blow dry and style as normal- it helps to give my shiny hair!

Where to Buy: MAC

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*Make sure to also drink plenty of water, eat lots of veggies and fruits, and take a multi vitamin each day- they’ll all help promote healthy hair  And here is what Vitamin E is for:

“Vitamin E for hair growth is beneficial because vitamin E has the effect of a scalp massage all the time. It contains valuable antioxidants that help to keep the immune system up and improves circulation to all parts of the body, including the scalp.”

Face:

• MAC Mattyfing Cream      (MAC)
• NARS Sheer Glow Foundation   (Sephora)  (eBay)
• MUFE HD Powder    (Amazon)  (eBay)
• NYX Pinky Blush         (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Iridescent Powder – Silver Dusk     (Makeup Geek Store)
• Model in a Bottle setting spray     (Amazon)  (eBay)

Eyes:

• Urban Decay Primer Potion     (Sephora)   (eBay)
• 28 Neutral Eyeshadow Palette      (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Pigment – Naked       (Makeup Geek Store)
• Stila Kajal Eyeliner – Topaz       (Sephora) (eBay)
• Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner – Zero     (Sephora) (eBay)
• Black Gel Liner       (Makeup Geek Store)
• Shu Uemura Lash Curler     (eBay)
• Urban Decay Big Fatty Waterproof Mascara      (Sephora)

Lips:

• Benefit Posietint       (Sephora)   (eBay)
• NYX Lipgloss – Gold Pink      (Makeup Geek Store)

Ring: Exquisitely Yours Boutique

*Special thanks to Taryn from Tough Love for doing hair and photos!

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Face:

• MAC Mattyfing Cream      (MAC)
• NARS Sheer Glow Foundation   (Sephora)  (eBay)
• MUFE HD Powder    (Amazon)  (eBay)
• NYX Peach Blush         (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Iridescent Powder – Silver Dusk     (Makeup Geek Store)

Eyes:

• Palladio Eye Primer       (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Pigment – Gold       (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Pigment – Heritage Rouge       (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Pigment – Brash and Bold       (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Brule Eyeshadow  (any eyeshadow close to your skin color will work)
• MAC Ground Brown Eyeshadow  or  NYX  Dark Brown
• Ardell False Lashes – Demi Wispies       (Makeup Geek Store)
• Black Gel Liner       (Makeup Geek Store)
• White Eyeliner
• Black Liquid Liner

Lips:

• NYX Deep Red Lipliner       (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Gold Pink Lipgloss       (Makeup Geek Store)

Brushes:

• MAC 239
• MAC 217
• MUG Deluxe Outer V Brush       (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC 228

*Special thanks to Taryn from Tough Love for doing hair and photos!

Face:

• Benefit POREfessional Face Primer        (Sephora)   (eBay)
• Amazing Cosmetics Concealer (for under the eyes)     (Sephora)   (eBay)
• NARS Sheer Matte Foundation    (Sephora)   (eBay)
• Palladio Rice Powder       (Makeup Geek Store)
• MAC Hipness Blush     (eBay)

Eyes:

• Urban Decay Primer Potion     (Sephora)   (eBay)
• Urban Decay Naked Palette     (Sephora)   (eBay)
• Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner     (Sephora)   (eBay)
• Ardell False Lashes – “Fairies”       (Makeup Geek Store)
• Revlon Colorstay Liquid Liner
• Urban Decay Big Fatty Mascara     (Sephora)

Lips:

• Concealer       (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Smokey Look Lipgloss     (Makeup Geek Store)

Ring: Exquisitely Yours Boutique

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Inexpensive Alternatives:

• Palladio Eye Primer     (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Volcano Eyeshadow     (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Taupe Eyeshadow     (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Black Sparkle Eyeshadow      (Makeup Geek Store)
• NYX Utopia Gold Eyeshadow      (Makeup Geek Store)

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NARS Blush

Torrid

Description: Coral with shimmer
Price: $26
Where to Buy: Sephora or (eBay)

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Amour

Description: Peachy pink
Price: $26
Where to Buy: Sephora or (eBay)

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Madly

Description: Seashell pink
Price: $26
Where to Buy: Sephora or (eBay)

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Imju Fiberwig Mascara

Price: $24
Where to Buy: Sephora or (eBay)

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Illamasqua Liquid Metal Palette

*for full review on this, click here

Price:  $42.50
Where to Buy: Sephora or (eBay)

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Palladio Eyeshadow Primer

Price:   $7.89
Where to Buy: Makeup Geek Store

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Palladio Rice Powder

Price: $4.89
Where to Buy:    Makeup Geek Store

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Bobbi Brown Gel Liner- Sapphire Shimmer

Price: $21
Where to Buy:    Amazon or (eBay)

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