Thursday, July 31, 2014

Get Ready With Me | Urban Decay Electric Palette

Hello loves, today I am back with another look featuring the Urban Decay Electric Palette. After my last couple of looks, it has been requested several times that I do another one. Since this is such a fun palette to play with, I was of course happy to oblige!

Not only do I have these photos here to inspire you, but I also did a video for you to see how I got this look. The videos is a bit longer than my usual "Get The Look" makeup tutorials, because its more of a "get ready with me" type of video with some chit chat and all that.... So if you have the time, grab a drink and pop corn and do a little chit chat with me!! Or watch as you get ready for the day (that's what I usually do!).

In case you dont have time to watch here are the details on this look:

Lashes in 'Dolly Tiara' c/o Angel Contacts

Urban Decay Electric Palette: Shadows - Revolt, Freak, Fringe, Urban & Chaos
Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette: Shadows Naked 2 & Venus

Wet N Wild Mega Last Lipstick in 'Rose Bud'
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 If you have the time, watch the video for some chit chat and to see just how I created this look:






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Wednesday, July 30, 2014

July Bulu Box | Unboxing Video!

Hello friends! Today I have a video unboxing of my July Bulu Box. If you are not familiar with Bulu Box - it is a monthly health and fitness subscription box. They have a regular box and a weight loss box. I currently receive the weight loss box. But you can take a survey to customize your box to suit your preferences! Now I am a bulu box ambassador so I DO have an awesome 50% OFF discount code for you, making this box only $5 a month! You can find the link and code below this video, if you are interested in trying it for yourself! 

If you would like to see what I got in my July box you can watch the video below (it was a great box) that also included a full size product worth $25! So I am very happy with it this month. Or you can simply visit Bulu Box yourself and see what it has to offer, but dont forget to use my code (below) for 50% off!!



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Monday, July 28, 2014

Makeup Monday #81

Hello Beauty Babes, and happy Makeup Monday to you! Makeup Monday is a fun linky party dedicated to all things makeup & beauty. ♥ If you are a beauty blogger or have a beauty related post, I'd love to invite you to join in and link up below!
I do ask that if you link up to share the love: visit/comment one or two (or more) other links. 
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This includes but not limited to beauty reviews, how-to's, hauls, giveaways, mani's, and hair/makeup look inspirations.

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Sunday, July 27, 2014

My Eyebrow Routine


Hello Lovelies! Here is a new tutorial I posted on the LuxePineapple Youtube Channel!
It has been one of my MOST requested tutorials here, though, so I thought I would share on the blog as well! For those who have been asking for help with, or just how I fill in my brows, I hope you enjoy and find it helpful.  Also for anyone interested, you can find my brow transformation story (how I got my brows to grow back) here.

For Questions, Concerns, Suggestions for future LuxePineapple videos please email me at: maria@luxepinapple.com


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Friday, July 25, 2014

1500 Subscriber Celebration!

Hello beauty babes! Today I am THRILLED because I am celebrating my first Youtube Milestone! I just hit 1,500 subscribers on my channel... And since I missed celebrating at 1,000 subbies... I am making it up to all you beauties who have been supporting me and my YouTube endeavor! I am saying THANK YOU with a BIG (non-sponsored) giveaway. This giveaway, however, is only open to residents of the US & Canada, If you are under the age of 18 you MUST have parents permission. I do apologize for all whom this excludes... As this is coming out of my own pocket, I have to limit it for now. But I promise my next big milestone giveaway will be open internationally!

The prizes as you can see are the Urban Decay Electric Palette and the Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette! There will be TWO winners. The first winner will have first pick on which palette they would like to win, and the second place winner will get the remaining palette. 

Watch the video for more details about how you can win as a first prize winner, and then you can enter the rafflecopter widget below for a chance at being the second prize winner!


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Thursday, July 24, 2014

July Beauty Box 5 - Reveal & Review (Video)

Hello beauty babes! Today I've got a video reveal and review of July's BB5 c/o Beauty Box 5* to share with you.  And I am seriously THRILLED by this months box as we got 4 FULL sized products!! Woot - woot!! 

If you dont already know, Beauty Box 5 is a subscription-based, beauty sampling program that delivers a box filled with 5 cosmetic samples (and sometimes full size) to your door every month.

Cost: $12/month, $30/Quarterly, $99/annually

Here is what was in my July Box:
Over all this box was amazing, I cannot imagine anyone being un-happy with this months box. In the video posted below, I have reviews of each item (as I tried them out for a week before posting), but here is a list of the items we got:

-Revlon Bold Lacquer Mascara (FULL SIZE) - You can see how it looks on my lashes in the photo below!
-Body Drench Candy Licious Lips (FULL SIZE) 
-HASK Argan Oil Hair Treatment (FULL SIZE)
-Starlooks Lip Pencil (FULL SIZE) - You can see it on my lips in the first photo and in the video!
-Anna Naturals Glowing Mama Walnut Scrub (Sample Size)
For details on everything I got in this months AWESOME box, including a demo of the mascara, and review of the products, I invite you to watch the video!


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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Collagen Booster Lip Gloss {Review}


Hello beauty babes, thanks for joining me today. Ive got a new review to share with you, that is more like a dramatic transformation! If you know me well, you know that I may have a slight obsession with lip balms/lip glosses! I have not always been a big fan of lipstick, but you can always find lip balm in my pocket or purse. And for good reason, my lips are always dry and get chapped very easily. I typically have to exfoliate every other day (and sometimes every day if I want to wear lipstick). So when I got the opportunity to review Collagen Lip Gloss - a gloss that claims to restore,  rejuvenate and protect lips, I happily accepted!
 Now, before I get to my final thoughts - let me just tell you a little more about the product itself.

Product Description:
Lip skin is very delicate and thin, and therefore particularly susceptible to harsh weather conditions such as solar radiation, wind and frost. All of these factors irritate it, which is why it bears signs of dryness in the form of tightening, small cracks and peeling. For effective protection, lips must be moisturized, lubricated and nourished. Bearing in mind the special requirements of lip skin, we have created a formula rich in ingredients that ensure both intense miniaturization and effective lubrication. Additionally, the components of Collagen Booster Lip Gloss visibly revitalize the protective barrier of lip skin, to prevent drying and ensure that lips are smooth and regenerated.

Effects:
-Intensively regenerates the lips and nourishes them perfectly
-Restores comfort and lasting hydration
-Instantly smoothes and rejuvenates the lips
-Lips became velvety and sensually soft
-It protects lips against photo-aging and drying
-It makes lips beautifully shiny and looking appetizing

Lip Gloss Ingredients (read more about each ingredient here)…
Hydrogenated Polydecene, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Stearyl/PPG-3 Myristyl Ether Dimer Dilinoleate, Sorbitol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Aqua, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone, Petrolatum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Collagen, Ceramide 2, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Panthenol, Elastin, Aroma, BHT.


My Thoughts:
First off let me just say, as far as I know, this lip gloss is NOT a lip plumper. I know when I first applied to review it, I read "collagen" and automatically thought "plumper". But after reading and learning more about it, I didn't read anything that promises plumping. That being said, I did find that in the end my lips did look nicer and even slightly more full due to the fact that my lips were no longer dry and tight looking. Instead they were hydrated (even at times when I was not wearing gloss - as you can see in the photos) therefore appear a lot more full. ♥
 
As you can tell from the 'before and after' photos my lips have had a dramatic transformation! Before my lips were very tight, dry and damaged. I was constantly picking at or peeling the dry skin off my lips. You can see some pink spots on my lips in the 'before' photos which were spots where my lips had cracked and peeled. Not very attractive. :( Also I would exfoliate my lips every other day just to make them look smooth and not flaky.

Since using this Collagen Booster I have not had to exfoliate at all! Not even once! You can tell in the "after" how smooth and plump my lips look. Notice how even without any lip balm or gloss on, they still look great. They really do look smooth, hydrated, and not dry at all! I am amazed by that, I've never been able to get away with not wearing lip balm or gloss and have my lips still look good.

Some things to note:
-This gloss has a LOVELY cherry (or maybe strawberry) scent.

-This gloss does not stay heavy on the lips as most other glosses/lip balms Ive used in the past do. It took me by surprise at first. I thought that maybe it wasn't as good because it just "dried up" so fast. What I realized was that the gloss was just being absorbed into my lips, because my lips still felt soft and moisturized even once I couldn't feel the gloss on my lips. I mean, the results speak for themselves!! ♥

Overall, I am extremely pleased with this product, and highly recommend. If you would like to try this product for yourself, you can find it {here} for $26. The jar should last quite a while, Ive had it almost a month now and have hardly made a dent in the product!

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Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Get The Look | Soft Pink Glitter EOTD

Hello Beauty Babes! Today I am sharing a very requested tutorial. I had posted this look on instagram, and had a couple requests, then I was wearing this look in a few videos and got several more requests! So here you go... I am loving this soft pink glitter look, and actually it was inspired by a dream I had. In my dream, my makeup looked like this, so when I woke up I had to try to recreate the look right away. I am glad so many of you like it as much as I do. ♥

So Ive got the details/products I used listed below, but if you have the time... Watch the video tutorial at the end of this post to see just how to get the look for yourself! If you enjoyed this look, please feel free to share it or pin it! And if YOU try this look out for yourself, I would LOVE to see it! Share it on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, and hashtag #AgapeLoveGirlLooks - or if you do a blog post, send the link and I'd love to FEATURE YOU!!
Details on this look:
Lorac Pro Palette
Lorac Behind the Scenes Primer
My Beauty Addiction Glitter, Foil, & Line FX Serum
Rimmel London Scandal Eyes Khol Liner "Nude"
Younique 3D Fiber Lash Mascara

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WHAT I'M WEARING:
Shirt: Ross

See the tutorial on how to get this look here:



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Monday, July 21, 2014

Makeup Monday #80

Hello Beauty Babes, and happy Makeup Monday to you! Makeup Monday is a fun linky party dedicated to all things makeup & beauty. ♥ If you are a beauty blogger or have a beauty related post, I'd love to invite you to join in and link up below!
I do ask that if you link up to share the love: visit/comment one or two (or more) other links. 
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This includes but not limited to beauty reviews, how-to's, hauls, giveaways, mani's, and hair/makeup look inspirations.

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Saturday, July 19, 2014

The Skin Regime | Boot Camp for Beautiful Skin Review & Giveaway


Hello loves, raise your hand if you want beautiful skin! Alright, whether or not you actually raised your hand I am pretty sure that anyone reading this can agree that we ALL want beautiful skin. Skin we dont have to feel embarrassed by, skin we dont need to conceal and cover-up - am I right!? It seems almost impossible to have or get great skin or get great skin care for sun damage, aging, or acne without paying a fortune, right? 
Wrong! I am excited today to tell you about The Skin Regime....

The Skin Regime tells you the truth about skincare and the lies from the beauty industry. Bottom line--You CAN reverse sun damage and aging and get fabulous skin with a routine you create at home, using inexpensive products available at drugstores or on-line. 

I was super excited to learn about The Skin Regime boot camp for beautiful skin book. It was a really easy and even humorous read, that is jam packed with info about skin care! As well as how to do the Skin Regime's boot camp and use their 1-4-ALL peel. In the video below, I share a more in-depth review of the book itself and my experience with boot camp so far (2 weeks in). So please do watch it for more info!

When this post goes live I will actually be on week 3 of boot camp, so I will be doing a follow up review to share with you my results. SO far I am loving The Skin Regime, and have high hopes for the results! Here is my skin without makeup the day after my very first peel. There is not really any change at all at this point, but I am sharing these photos now as reference for future results!

And here are a couple more photos of my face before the first peel and after the 2nd peel (a week a part).
I do apologize for the quality of these photos below, they were taken at night!

I encourage you to watch my video review of the book, and my experience of "boot camp" so far!
Then if you'd like a chance to WIN this book and the sample of the 1-4-ALL peel, you can do so below:



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Friday, July 18, 2014

#SallyBeautyVIP Haul & Giveaway


Hello Loves, hope you are having a fabulous day! I recently had a couple super fabulous shopping days with my daughter Kiah, at Sally Beauty! I recently joined their VIP Program, and am so glad I did. I had seen the Sally Beauty store many times, and never went in, until just recently... Can you believe that!

I can hardly believe what I was missing! Sally Beauty is SUCH a great store for just about all your beauty needs. My daughter and I spent a couple hours in there browsing and picking out some nail and hair products we wanted. I've got a "haul" video below, to share with you all the goodies we bought!

I took a couple photos from my cell (below) of the store, because I was in awe of how lovely and organized everything was. It looked so beautiful and made shopping fun and easy! I was very excited to see they carried so many great brands that I already love and many that I have always wanted to try... Like Orly, China Glaze, Tweezerman, Palldio, Ardell, So Gorgeous, Conair, L'Oreal, and the list goes on! Plus there is even more available on the website.
Another thing I loved about the Sally Beauty Store, was how helpful the ladies who worked there were! Both times I went in the store, the gals working there were very sweet, friendly and helpful. When I had questions about certain products they had answers, and when I was looking for products that do certain things (like helping keep my hair straight) they knew what products to recommend. I was told that Sally Beauty is all about customer satisfaction and if I wasn't happy with a product I could return it for my money back (with receipt) or store credit (without receipt).
Over all I really enjoyed shopping at Sally Beauty, I believe I have found a new favorite store! I am very pleased with everything I purchased... ALSO I did end up signing up for their rewards card. If I am remembering correctly, it cost about $5 for the rewards card, but in the end after signing up my total dropped about $15! SO it is definitely worth it. ♥

Curious about what I got!? Here is a sneak peek at just a SOME of the items I picked up.

You can see everything I got from Sally Beauty in the video below, and then dont forget to enter the giveaway!!


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