Friday, November 29, 2013

Fall Night EOTD (And Giveaway)

Hello Sweet friends! I have a new Eye Of The Day to share with you.
I am using a couple shadows from the LE Fall Fantasy Collection by My Beauty Addiction!

I am absolutely LOVING this collection. The shadows are so versatile, and work for so many gorgeous Fall looks. I am loving them SO much, that I purchased an EXTRA set of the entire collection to GIVEAWAY! Details about the giveaway at the end of this post... Now onto the look:
 36 Second Clip of this look:


The Shadows I used to create this look are from the LIMITED EDITION Fall Fantasty Collection!
There are 6 shadows total in this collection, BUT if you purchase the entire collection (here on their website or here on etsy) and mention my name you will also get a BONUS shadow for free
Pixie Dust is the bonus color, and its a beautiful high light shade.
 
For this look I used My Beauty Addiction Mineral Eye Shadows in:
MysticFog
Moonlit Waters
Provocative Plum
Pixie Dust (Bonus Free Shadow with purchase of full collection)

All of these shadows were used with Shadow Poxy, and can be found at My Beauty Addiction:
Ok now on to the giveaway info... 
This giveaway is actually an Instagram exclusive giveaway! But I wanted to let you all know about here, in case you are not following me there. :)

I am giving away the ENTIRE Fall Fantasy Collection (Including the bonus color Pixie Dust) to one lucky winner who is following both me & My Beauty Addiction on Instagram! 

The instragram this photo and be sure to hashtag with #agapelovemgagiveaway!
You can enter once a day until Dec. 1st! ♥


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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Relogy Skincare System Review (And DISCOUNT)

Hello beauties! Welcome back to Agape Love. Today I have a review and Discount to share with you.
 I'm sharing my review on the Relogy Natural AcneTreatment* though videos, each are only 36 seconds long, which is why there are so many. :)

Find more (written) info and the discount code at the bottom of this post. 

 A Quick intro to the Products:


A little more about the products...


Step 1 in the two-part system:


A little bit goes a LOOONG way:


Here is a photo from Pink Sith really shows what I mean about the lotion:

My thoughts on Part 2 of the Two-Part System, and the Spot Treatment:


Overall Thoughts on the products:


Final overall thoughts!



Interested in learning more about Relogy Natural Acne Treatment?
Owner Rebecca Brayton spent the past 6 years researching and developing Relogy.

“My quest began when I found myself without an acne treatment that I felt comfortable recommending to my daughter, who was new to acne breakouts at 13 years old. Acne treatments with harsh chemicals, side-effects and difficult-to-follow sink-side regimens, and the possibility of animal by-products or animal testing being used, were not what I wanted for her…  I also had this feeling of fighting back against things that bothered me about current offerings -- unnecessary products, predatory marketing schemes and products that flat-out just don't work, would never be part of my company.

So, with a team of dedicated industry professionals, numerous product revisions and 6 years of true dedication to being a real solution for our customers, Relogy was born -- the product, and the philosophy.” ~ Rebecca Brayton

2 Step Treatment:
1)Dual-action Treatment Foam. (It's bubbly for a reason, not just 'cause it's fun.) 95% Natural, Relogy's Treatment Foam uses the power of oxygenated bubbles to penetrate deep into your pores to start clearing pimples immediately. This step also makes your skin look and feel softer, smoother and healthier. Use it as a cleanser with rinsing, or just apply and let it dry!

2)100% Natural Skin Balancer with Coconut Milk is the ultimate side-effect preventer. It fights dryness and irritation with a level of hydration that's just right -- not oily at all. The natural exfoliating plus hydrating effects leave your skin soothed and balanced (a step that ordinary pimple remedies just leave behind). Both steps are 100% vegan skin care.

10 Key Ingredients:
Salicylic Acid- Willow bark. A natural exfoliant, it is inflammation-fighting, reduces excess oil, and fights acne in the hair follicle by clearing dead skin cells that harbor harmful bacteria.
Coconut Milk and Coconut Oil-A natural disinfectant and anti-microbial used to retain softness and suppleness.
Chondrus Crispus- Seaweed. A natural exfoliant and anti-oxidant.
Meadowfoam Seed Oil- An anti-oxidant, natural moisturizer.
Jojoba- A natural wound healing antimicrobial.
Bergamot Orange- Regarded as a natural anti-septic. Is also oil-reducing, calms the skin, and the Vitamin C from this ingredient is the most popular ingredient in high-end anti-aging products due to its beneficial effects.
Bean Sead Extract- A natural anti-inflammatory with soothing effects. Promotes collagen synthesis in the skin.
Benzalkonium Chloride- A gentle-natured anti-septic and bacteria-fighter.
Rosemary Leaf Extract- Protects skin cells.
Tea Tree Leaf Oil- Anti-septic
Connect:

 
DISCOUNT:
 If you would like to purchase Relogy for yourself : Use coupon code 10offnov to save $10 on your order!






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A Little Bit Of Cheetah, A Whole Lot Of Fabulous

One this I love about a simple "plain" dress is the ability to style it so many ways! This dress I am wearing today was given to me by my best friend. I was super excited to get it home and see how I could style it. I am sure you will see this dress on the blog again styled in a different way.. But this time I decided to add touches of cheetah print for a fabulous outcome. ♥ What do you think? How would you style this dress?

Please do excuse all the wrinkles, I took this photo AFTER coming home from church...

I personally think a simple plain no frills dress in a neutral color is a staple for any wardrobe! Simply for the fact that it can be worn in so many ways. I have one other plain dress which (in black) which I have styled many ways... Seen here, here and here!


What Im Wearing:
Dress: Gifted to me
Heels: Won via Giveaway on Freckled Fox
Bracelet: Maurices
Headband: Hand Made by me. ♥
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Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Beauty Box 5 - November Box Review


Hello beauty babes! I am happy to share with you about a new beauty subscription box I am receiving c/o Beauty Box 5*.  

Beauty Box 5 is a subscription-based, beauty sampling program that delivers a box filled with 5 cosmetic samples to your door every month.
Cost: $12/month, $30/Quarterly, $99/annually
I love getting fun packages in the mail, and also trying new beauty products. What is great about this subscription box is its affordable, and you will definitely get your money's worth. I love the idea of being able to try new beauty samples before committing to spend the money on a full size! With this box I can try new samples (and sometimes full size products) each month. ♥ 

Here is what was in the November Box:
These are the specific items I got in MY box (I did a quick unboxing video too):

Product Details:

I received a FULL size jar of BellaPierre Eye Shadow in the shade 'Champagne'. Its a GORGEOUS shadow! And Ive used bellapierre before, the quality is wonderful. This eye shadow alone is worth is $14.99... So THAT alone is more than the cost of a one month BB5 subscription!
Here is another quick video I created swatching and using the eye shadow:



Aveno Body Wash came in a sample size. I've already used it a couple times and there is still more left. The scent is fabulous. Normally I stick to Vanilla scents, but I am loving this one, so I may actually purchase a full size once my sample runs out!

Body Drench Lip Drench was another Full Size  product I received! I got the scent, Mango... Again this is another scent I normally wouldn't go for. But I like it a lot actually. I'm keeping this on my night stand to use before bed.

Glacial Clay Spa Mask, its a one size product. SO again technically its full size that I received. I thought this was a fun and interesting product. My face felt refreshed and soft after using. I did a keek while using it too... Need a laugh? Then watch:


Lastly I received a sample of Secret Clinical Strength deodorant. I actually enjoy deodorant samples.. I dont know about anyone else, but I HAVE to change up my deodorant ever couple of months because I tend to become immune to it, and it stops working for me! Anyone else have this issue? Secret is a great brand. I put this to the test on my really sweaty Zumba days. :) It works great. Keeps me smelling great. My only pet peeve, is it claims to be an "Invisible" solid... But it tried white, and left white marks on my clothes. :( boo!

Over all I was completely THRILLED with this months box! Great box and worth so much more than the subscription price! I encourage you to join if you love happy mail and trying new products before a big commitment to buy! BB5 is so worth it. Annnnd I even have a sneak peek of what will be in the December box!!

 * Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

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Monday, November 25, 2013

Hercules Villain: Hades Inspired Makeup

Hello Beauty Babes, and happy Makeup Monday to you! Makeup Monday is a fun linky party dedicated to all things beauty. ♥ If you are a beauty blogger/vlogger/instagrammer please feel free to link up any and all of your posts related to Makeup & Beauty! 

As you all know I host this linky part with Andrea, and we decided to also team up for a fun collab! Each Monday we will share a new Disney Villain Inspired Makeup Look! And we invite YOU to also join in on the fun. At the end of this post (before the linky) you will find the schedule, we would LOVE to see your Disney Villain inspired looks!!

This week is Hades, the Villain from Hercules! I apologize for the quality of the photos, they are not the best since I finished this look a little after dark. So had to use my flash, rather than natural light. Still I think it worked out, the flash gives me an interesting glow that Hades seems to have... So anyways, let me know what you think, here is my look inspired by Hades:
 For a live look, check out this 36 second video clip:


For this look I used My Beauty Addiction Mineral Eye Shadows in:
Navy
Blue Caruco
Cancun
Aurora
Cosmetic Glitter in 'Royalty' used  with MBA's Foiling Serum.

On my lips: 
Avon Super Shock Eye Liner in 'Aqua Pop'
My Beauty Addiction's Color Rich Lipstick in 'Aquatic' and 'Tiffany Blu', 
over that I added their cosmetic glitter in 'Royalty' & Eye Shadow 'Aurora'
You can see video of my lips (here).

All of the shadows were used with Shadow Poxy, and can be found at My Beauty Addiction:
 Here is the Disney Villains Schedule if you would like to participate::

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Now its your turn to share YOUR beauty posts!!
Please be kind and visit/comment one or two (or more) other links. 
This link up is for makeup/beauty related posts only!
This includes but not limited to beauty reviews, how-to's, hauls, giveaways, mani's, and look inspirations.
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you are still welcome to link up as well, please just link to a specific photo, though, not your whole account! :) 

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Friday, November 22, 2013

Beauty Confessions

 Hello, hello, and happy Friday sweet friends!
Welcome back to this bi-weekly series I'm doing with Michelle of Let it Shine.
This series is called "I Confess" and we will be doing just that, fessing up!
And the awesome thing about this series, is it is a linky party too!
So YOU can join in on the fun, so go ahead... Get stuff off your chest...Fess up.

Today I decided to share some beauty confessions with you! I also have a Makeup Look to share as well...
I confess... (Aside from wiping them off on a towel after use) I dont wash my makeup brushes very often. Ok, like hardly ever...

I confess... I dont not own anything from Mac, and I have never tried anything from Mac. I feel like there should be a GASP in here somewhere.  Everyone acts as if Mac is the end all say all of makeup. I would love to try some Mac products. But I'm not dying to try them. And I dont feel less of a Makeup Artist because I dont use them... Just because something is High End doesnt mean its the best. I am sort of a drug store diva... Or Indie Princess. :) I LOVE my My Beauty Addiction Cosmetics!

I confess... As  much as I LOVE makeup, I am not obsessed, and I try not to hoard. I wont buy something just for the name, or just because its limited edition. I dont see the point in stock piling makeup that I may never use! (Though I admit, sometimes I AM tempted to do so. But better judgement always wins out.)

I confess... I have given a lot of my makeup away lately, keeping only what I know I will use daily.

I confess... I am totally lazy about washing my face. Sometimes I will wash my face around my eyes... Because washing my eye makeup off takes much more time. I also keep face wipes on my night stand for the really lazy nights!

I confess... I do tend to purchase items based on packaging. I love pretty and unique packaging. Its what got me started loving The Balm products. I love their packaging, that's what hooked me. On top of that, I love their products. Their bronzer Bahama Mama is my favorite. Also Physicians Formula has great fun packaging too. And I Love their products as well!
I confess... I am very brand loyal, it takes a lot for me to branch out and purchase items from other brands. I am usually glad when I do though. For instance, I love Maybelline. I will always go for their products first. But recently I have been trying some products from Loreal and LOVE them! So glad I branched out. :)

I confess... I have a slight obsession with 'picking'. I know it's bad to pop/pick at your face/zits/black heads. But I can't help it. I enjoy doing it... And I enjoy poping/picking at other people's faces too. I always want to attack The Hubs face and he hates it. Lol

I confess... I also have a slight obsessing with tweezing. Which is why my eyebrows used to be so over-plucked! In the process of growing them out I knew I'd have to refrain from tweezing them at all or I'd tweeze any new hair that grew in. So in the mean time I'd tweeze my leg hairs and I admit that I'd even tweeze some of my arm pit hairs.

I confess... Gross as it may seem, I think I would totally enjoy a job where I got to pop other people's zits and tweeze their eye brows. lol
For this look I used My Beauty Addiction Mineral Eye Shadows in:
Crushed Diamonds
Gypsy
Down & Dirty
Aged Gold (Used with Foiling Serum to create eye liner)
Matte Black
All of these shadows were used with Shadow Poxy, and can be found at My Beauty Addiction:
On My Lips MBA's Lipstick in 'Miss Monroe'


Ok... So for fun, I asked you on my Facebook/Twitter/Instagram pages to share YOUR Beauty Confessions with me, here are a few:

Sandra Confesses: I haven't seen my natural hair color in 20 years....

Mindy Confesses: Since switching to Not your mothers products I only wash my hair once a week. I use their dry shampoo & hair spray. Love it!

Taylor Confesses: I basically coat myself from head to toe with coconut oil at least every other week.

Mona Confesses:  I wash & style my hair at night and just dry shampoo it in the morning.

Trine-Marie Confesses: I sometimes fall asleep with my makeup on after a night on the town.

Yolanda Confesses: I use only goat milk bar soap as a face cleanser it makes my skin so soft :)it's great for sensitive skin anything else and I will break out. :)

Ok friends, your turn...Link up YOUR confessions!
 
There are no rules for this linky, except that the post you link up be a confessions post!
ALSO it would be fabulous if you could link back to one of us!
If you want, you can save the Confession photo above to use in your post if you want, only if you want. ;)


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Thursday, November 21, 2013

Pretty Things #41

Pretty things Im lovin' this week.
#love #prettythings #coffee #fashion #makeup #jewelry #buyme #getinmycloset #leopard #49ers


Green Chandelier Earrings / / Self Confidence Spoon / / Pink Sparrow Necklace

Turquoise & Gold Stacking Ring / /  Custom Heart Ring Dish / / Call Me Maybe Phone Cover

Custom State Map Necklace / / Peacock Hoop Earrings / / Fox Print Cosmetic Bag

Love Knot Bracelet / / Christmas Headband / / Polymer Clay Ribbon Earrings           

What Pretty things are you loving this week?

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Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Zumba Body & Numbers That DONT Matter

Hello my sweet friends. Thank you for stopping by to visit me today. 
I want to talk to you today about numbers... Weight loss numbers.

Before we get started today, though I want you to do me a favor. Look at the photos below. I want you to take a guess at the weight difference between me in the blue shirt and me in the pink shirt. Keep that number in your mind. If you dont mind, leave a comment with your guess!
I will tell you that (obviously) this is the same exact skirt in both photos. The time difference between the two is 5 months! The photos of me in the blue shirt was a little less than a month after I started doing Zumba as an extra workout. The photos of me in the pink shirt were taken about 2 weeks ago.

Ok do you still have that number in mind? Goodness... When I look at these I dont know what number weight difference I would guess. But I dont think I would ever guess that it was ONLY 5 pounds. What about you? Did you guess that the weight difference between these two photos is 5 pounds? Did you guess more or less?

Can you believe that I was 170 lbs in the blue shirt, and am STILL at 165 lbs here in the pink shirt? Ive said this before, and I must say it again (because even I need the reminder) the number on the scale does NOT matter as much as we tend to think it does. We should not put so much importance on that number that tends to haunt us on the scale! I say this, because yes even I can be haunted at times by that number! 

I step on the scale, dont see a difference and feel like all my hard work, all my effort, all that time at the gym is for nothing. That number has a way of making you feel defeated, cheated, and low. Then I see photos like these, and remember that kind of thinking ridiculous! We cant (I cant) let that happen to me anymore. So as a reminder to myself, and to any of you who may be going through that same kind of struggle... Im here to tell you (again) that number DOESN'T matter!

Don't let it define you! The proof of your hard work will show in more ways than a silly number on a scale! I encourage those of you on a weight loss journey not to limit your progress just to that number on the scale. Take photos along the way, start measuring yourself, keep a shirt/pants or outfit, and try it on each month (take photos of that too)! Sometimes we dont see or feel our progress until we look at it from a difference perspective. It took me seeing these photos, before I realized that WOW I really am shrinking and making progress... Even though the scale would tell me otherwise!

Ive been taking measurements as well. If you have been following my weight loss progress here on the blog for a while, you already know that. I will do a measurement update in my next weight loss post, soon! So stay tuned.

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Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Transformation Tuesday - Holly

Hello friends, welcome back to another Transformation Tuesday!

This series will be a "Before and After" photo of someone I do a makeup make over on! I dont know about you. but I am always fascinated by before and after makeup photos.
One of the main reasons I decided to start this little series is because I have gotten several requests in the past about showing my makeup looks on someone with different color hair or eyes. This way you all can get a better idea of what my makeup looks might look like on you or someone with similar features or hair/eye colors as you! And I think that is a fabulous idea. ♥


Today's Transformation is a very special one! You may remember Holly from the engagement portraits I did for her and my nephew. Well their wedding is coming up and guess who is doing the wedding Makeup!? That's right, yours truly. ♥ 
 
Holly is a natural beauty. She doesn't wear much makeup, nor does she need to! :) She wanted a very simple look. A natural eye, but with lots of sparkle. Its hard to see in these photos, but the main eye shadow I used (Crushed Diamonds) is loaded with sparkle! We did a test run of her makeup, and here is how it came out:
She looks so stunning! Look how her blue eyes just POP with this makeover. ♥ What a privileged it is for me to do a make over for a wedding! I am thrilled to be a part of her big day. And I just love how her makeover turned out. As did she and her mom. :) Which made me so happy.
 
For this look I used My Beauty Addiction Mineral Eye Shadows in:
Crushed Diamonds
Carafe
French Vanilla
All of these shadows were used with Shadow Poxy, and can be found at My Beauty Addiction:
 
I did her full face using the following products:
Loreal Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream in Medium (She should be Light)
Rimmel London Stay Matte Pressed Powder in Buff Beige
Rimmel London Natural Bronzer in Sun Dance
My Beauty Addiction Illuminate Soft Focus Illuminizer
Milani Baked Blush in Rose D'ore
e.l.f. Liquid Liner (Black)
Billion Dollar Brows Universal Brow Pencil
 
On her lips:
Milani Lipstick in 'Fruit Punch'
What do you think of this make over? If you like this series, let me know!

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Monday, November 18, 2013

Makeup Monday Linky Party & Features!

 Hello Beauty Babes, and happy Makeup Monday to you! Makeup Monday is a fun linky party dedicated to all things beauty. ♥ If you are a beauty blogger/vlogger/instagrammer please feel free to link up any and all of your posts related to Makeup & Beauty! 

Today I am featuring a few of YOU who have linked up the past month. ♥ Thank you so much for participating in Makeup Monday! I think I will do a monthly feature post from now on, so keep on linking up! :)

First up we have Brittany of leopard & Plaid sharing her Drug Store favorites. Click the link to see what she has to say about each product!

Next we have Nina of Nina;s Bargain Beauty who shares a gorgeous look and swatches of WNW's Color Icon Eye Shadow Palette in Petal Pusher!

Then we have Jiawun of Beauty Nerd By Night, who shares her Lush Haul, and I just love the way she shares all the items she got! So fun and informative!

Last we have Dimitta of Aesthetic Perfections who shares her Halloween makeup inspired by Batman Arkham Asylum! She did a fantastic job!

Now, before we get to the linky party, Ive got one more thing to share! Andrea and I are continuing with the Disney Villain series! Woot woot! We would also LOVE to have you all join in again. So if you are interested... Here is the Schedule:

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Now its your turn to share YOUR beauty posts!!
Please be kind and visit/comment one or two (or more) other links. 
This link up is for makeup/beauty related posts only!
This includes but not limited to beauty reviews, how-to's, hauls, giveaways, mani's, and look inspirations.
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