FOTD: Purple Smokey Eyes

EYES:

MAC Painterly Paint Pot

MAC Wedge (crease) 

Inglot Pearl 453 (inner corner) - shimmery white

Inglot DS 493 (lid) - lilac with subtle sparkle

Inglot DS 494 (outer V, slightly into crease, and lower lashline) - dark purple with gold sparkle

Inglot DS 498 (to darken outer V and lower lashline) - grey with blue and silver sparkle

Inglot Matte 318 (browbone) - matte white

Black Radiance Continuous Creme Liner in Black

MAC Smolder Eye Kohl

MAC Dazzlelash Mascara

Loreal Carbon Black Voluminous Mascara

CHEEKS:

MAC Refined Golden Bronzer

MAC Warm Soul Blush

LIPS:

MAC Honeylove l/s

MAC Oyster Girl l/g

First Impressions: Qhemet Biologics Amla and Olive Heavy Cream

Happy Sunday lovelies!



As promised, I have my review of Qhemet Biologics Amla and Olive Heavy Cream. I have had it for about a week now and feel like I have tried it enough (and in a variety of ways) to give a complete review. So let's start with the basics:

Price: $5.50 (2oz)/ $16.50 (8oz)

Key Ingredients (per Qhemet Biologics website): Amla, Brahmi, African Aloe, MSM sulfur, Olive Oil, Glycerin, Castor Oil

Their Claims: A perfect all-in-one for moisturizing and softening afro's, coils, curls, pony puffs, two strand twists, braids, cornrows, fades, chemical and color processes, softening new growth and restoring softness and elasticity to dry brittle ends. Also helps weigh down kinks and coils.

Use as a:
Soothing and regenerative scalp butter
Post-shampoo conditioner
Overnight Deep Treatment
Moisturizing daily leave-in
Replenishing body butter
Evenly distribute a small to moderate amount through dry or slightly damp hair.


Let me just say, I absolutely love this moisturizer. LOVE IT!! I have been on a hunt for the perfect moisturizer since the start of my hair journey and I have finally found it! Qhemet Biologics AOHC keeps my hair moisturized for 3 days or so before I have to reapply again (I do apply more to my ends daily before I bun though). It definitely keeps my hair moisturized and although I prefer to use it on dry hair, it can be used on wet hair as a leave in (as a leave in, I find it to be ok....nothing earth shattering though. Hair feels moisturized enough when it dries).

This product is thick and creamy, with a light, pleasant smell. Also, a little definitely goes a long way. It is important to keep in mind that this product is oil based so using too much may weigh your hair down. For that reason ladies with a thinner hair texture should either pass on this particular product or just be aware and use as little as possible since this product may weigh the hair down.

In terms of ordering, I just want to point out that it takes about a week or so to receive your product since it is handmade. However, if you're itching to get it immediately, check out the Qhemet Biologics website (www.qhemetbiologics.com) to see if there is a local vendor near you that sells it! Another thing that I love is that you're able to purchase a sample size before you commit to a full size (which costs more). The sample size is very generous (it looks like I barely put a dent in it)so don't be afraid to try it!

Bottom Line: There are few products that I absolutely love hands down. This moisturizer is one of them! I fully intend to purchase the full size now that I have given this product a chance. My only regret is that I didn't try it out sooner!

JUSTIN BIEBER, The Real American Boy

BIEBER is BIEBER.

Even though Justin Bieber may be from Canada, his looks are of THE AMERICAN BOY. Should I play 'American Boy' by Kanye West and Estelle? *LoL*

Well Bieber was spotted leaving LAX airport, and he was spotted wearing strong American brands: Adidas (shirt and shorts), Vans (shoes), and Louis Vuitton 'Michael' Damier bag for approximately $1,500 (Americans like 'em).

Good look, Bieber...

Pic: UpscaleHype

REVIVE Michigan Collabo To Make Cool Shades

Check out the jacket and shades on rapper Mac Miller. The shades are in part of REVIVE Michigan, Ultra Goliath and Vintage Frames Company collabo. The REVIVE shop can be found in Birmingham, Michigan.

To be honest, the shades could have been designed much better..

Pic: UpscaleHype

Brad Pitt Profile And Pic 2011

Brad Pitt Profile

Name: Brad Pitt
Full Name: William Bradley Pitt
Date of Birth: Wednesday December 18 1963
Born: Shawnee, Oklahoma (USA)
Nationality: United States

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Relaxer Day: July 28 2011

Welp. I relaxed last night.


My hair was pretty much signalling that it was about that time.Shedding a lot and just being downright---rebellious. I was 14 weeks and 2 days post--a pretty decent stretch. I try not to stretch too long because, as a self relaxer, I want to have an easy relaxer day. I've self relaxed at 20 weeks post and it was just....a mess. So, I now try to stretch long enough for it to be of benefit to my hair but not so long that becomes a source of frustration come relaxer day.


Anyway, I put my hair in sections and relaxed using Mizani Butter Blends. I neutralized with my Silk Elements Neutralizing Shampoo (I finally finished the bottle--YAY!!) and DCed with ORS Replenishing Condtioner (also finished off 2 almost empty bottles!) for an hour. After rinsing the condish out, I sprayed Aphogee Keratin and Green Tea Restructurizer on my hair and used Qhemet Biologics AOHC as a leave in. To finish off, I used One N Only Argan Oil as a heat protectant and straightened my hair.


Today, I went to SuperCuts for a much needed trim. I'm pretty pleased with the trim. The stylist wound up cutting my lead hairs so that they are on par with the rest of my hair (YAY!)

*PSA: When you go in for a trim, make sure you emphasize you want a trim. Some stylists think that a trim= you want your hair cut in layers. Do yourself a favor and make sure you emphasize that you want a trim NOT layers.*

See how evened up everything is!? Now I can really really begin to predict when I hit BSL. In the meantime though, now that I'm trimmed up...I'm back to protective styling.


On my next wash day, I will lather 1 time with a neutralizing shampoo to ensure that there is no relaxer in my hair and follow up w/ Elasta QP Creme Conditioning Shampoo. I will then DC with a protein condish (Aubrey Organics GPB- I'm big on getting my hair's protein/moisture balance in check immediately following a relaxer) and do a final rinse with Roux Porosity Control. I'll probably wind up air drying my hair and bunning.

Ulta Nail Laquer in Peach Parfait

Peach parfait is a peachy, light coral color. It's bright and perfect for summer. This nail polish came in a mini set of four, along with Fushsamania, Blue Streak, and Tutu Cute. The full size retails for 6$ and I really like them. All four are cream finishes which are probably my favorite finish of nail polish besides glitter polishes.

RIHANNA Behind-the-Scenes Video of GLAMOUR Photo Shoot

 

Check out a BEHIND-THE-SCENES VIDEO of Rihanna in GLAMOUR Magazine photo shoot.

NICE-NICE...

INGLOT haul!

I have been lusting over Inglot eyeshadows ever since I first heard about them and now finally got my hands on some :) I've heard nothing but good things about these eyeshadows and from pictures and videos, I could tell they were good quality. They are incredibly smooth and the most pigmented eyeshadows I've ever seen, and the best part is, they are very affordable. For those of you who aren't familiar with Inglot, they have a freedom system where you can make your own custom palettes. Eye shadows pans come in a square shape or circle. The square shadows are 5$ and the 10-pan palette is 10$.
The eyeshadows come in 5 different finishes:
-AMC Shine: metallic sheen with shimmer
-AMC: matte with shimmer
-Double Sparkle matte with iridescent shimmer
-Matte: flat color, no shine or shimmer
-Pearl: pearled sheen

top row: Matte 318, Pearl 435, AMC Shine 24, Matte 372, Matte 340

bottom row: DS 494, DS 493, Pearl 402, DS 457, DS 498

it also came with two samples, of their Under Makeup Base and their Cream Foundation.

I'm so happy with my purchase and I love all the shades that I got. I do recommend if you want to get some of these shadows, to research on google, youtube videos, blogs, etc. because the shades don't have names, only finish accompanied by a number so it can be really difficult to choose colors. I must have spent hours looking up different colors before I chose these. 

I absolutely cannot wait to play with these, they are simply amazing. Expect a bunch of FOTD's in the future :)

xoxo.

LADY GAGA Goes Crazy... Once Again... in L.A. w/ Multiple Wardrobe Changes In One Day!

Peep LADY GAGA, you little monsters...

GET IT, GAGA!! Gaga in all-blue; the suede Louboutins are a PLUS...

GAGA channels her inner- '60s and '70s with her all-white, flowing silk outfit to match her flowing locks...

THIS IS PURE ART IN FASHION, AT ITS FINEST. Who would have 3 different and DRAMATIC changes in wardrobe in ONE DAY... and not be performing in a concert?

Pic: Celebuzz

Art Inspiration: ASHANTI 'Teaser' Pic for Album

As I would state many times, I don't blog about music, but the 'FASHION AND ART' of people in music.

Feast your eyes on Ashanti's teaser pic of her upcoming album. She's reportedly been in the studio for about 3 years perfecting her work... and perfecting her great look as well. I'm liking the braided updo, big golden hoop earrings, a bodice with a gold metallic gown that steals the whole show.

Too hot to go on....

Pic: Celebuzz

Angela Simmons Spotted Wearing Giuseppe Zanotti Butterfly Sandals-- Smokin'!!

Check out Angela Simmons, socialite-all-her-own from the mega-rich Simmons family (Russell Simmons, Rev. Run, etc.). She is often seen hitting up the latest fashion shows and afterparty, wearing some hott, high-end clothes. Her sister, Vanessa, is the more low-key type.

Angela was wearing Giuseppe Zanotti Butterfly sandals with a nice short stretch dress to show off her legs; the pink toenail polish is a nice touch. Ladies, remember how to accessorize...

Pic: NecoleB***hie

Ohhh yeaaaaahhhh..... NO SHOE FREAK HERE... but those are nice...

CIARA In Sheer, Haute-Couture Dress

Check out CIARA in this hott, black number. The ruffles in the skirt accentuates the sheer folds of the upper half of the dress well. Then the satin slingback pumps accentuates this beauty's legs OH SO WELL.

More pics to come...

Pic: MTO

RIHANNA On Cover of GLAMOUR Magazine

Good look, RIHANNA!

Check out Rihanna on the cover of Glamour Magazine in her fiery red hair, white back-bearing top, and 97% sequined pants. Just plain hott.

Pic: MTO

DELUXE Presents 'Birth of the Cool" Collection for FA/2011

I wanted to give someone, DELUXE (a Japanese designer), his props for making a lookbook that guys all over the world can love. check out his lookbook called 'Birth of the Cool', set for Fall 2011/Winter 2012.

(Left) CAMO is becoming a big thing this season...

(Right) Interesting play on colors and material... love the shoes...

(Left) Like the whole urban/suburban boy look. A nice man-bag to complement the shoes and hat

(Right) A nice look to follow for WINTER

(Left and right) MY FAVORITE LOOKS!!

BIG UPS TO DELUXE...

Pic: UpscaleHype

Just Don SNAKESKIN CAPS!!! Love 'em, Gotta Have 'Em!!!

Check out these Just Don x RSVP snakeskin caps. Now, I don't wear a lot of caps, but when I do, I like to have a good one of good quality (plus I like exotic skins) so a snakeskin cap will do!!!

In stores soon!

Pic: UpscaleHype

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Amy Winehouse Found Dead

Amy Winehouse Found Dead

*Amy Winehouse, the beehived soul-jazz diva whose self-destructive habits overshadowed a distinctive musical talent, was found dead Saturday in her London home, police said. She was 27.
Winehouse shot to fame with the album “Back to Black,” whose blend of jazz, soul, rock and classic pop was a global hit. It won five Grammys and made Winehouse — with her black beehive hairdo and old-fashioned sailor tattoos — one of music’s most recognizable stars.
Police confirmed that a 27-year-old female was pronounced dead at the home in Camden Square northern London; the cause of death was not immediately known. London Ambulance Services said Winehouse had died before the two ambulance crews it sent arrived at the scene.
“I didn’t go out looking to be famous,” Winehouse told the Associated Press when “Back to Black” was released. “I’m just a musician.”
But in the end, the music was overshadowed by fame, and by Winehouse’s demons. Tabloids lapped up the erratic stage appearances, drunken fights, stints in hospital and rehab clinics. Performances became shambling, stumbling train wrecks, watched around the world on the Internet.
Read/learn more at CBSnews.com

Oprah’s Magazine Now Struggling Along With Cable Network

Oprah’s Magazine Now Struggling Along With Cable Network

O, The Oprah Magazine - August 2011

*Oprah Winfrey’s cable network isn’t the only part of her media empire facing challenges.
While her young network, OWN, faces lackluster ratings, O Magazine reportedly continues to struggle with ad sales, according to stats cited by the Hollywood Reporter.
According to the Media Industry Newsletter, the magazine world as a whole has been confronted with a 7 percent ad drop for all monthlies. O – Hearst’s second-most profitable title behind Cosmopolitan – is down 31.4 percent, dropping 81.4 ad pages in August.
The New York Post reports that September’s crucial numbers saw a rebound in Vogue, In Style, Glamour and a number of other publications, but O failed to earn gains. The September issue will see 126 ad pages, an 18.2 percent fall.
“O’s ad page performance is pretty consistent with what’s going on in the women’s lifestyle category,” explained a spokesperson for the mag. “There is softness, especially in the food category, which is systemic to their business, not ours.”
“The magazine is really the purest platform for Oprah’s message, and the best place for fans who miss the show to stay engaged with the brand,” the spokesperson added.
Though the statement may be true, a former Hearst insider questioned the level of demand for Winfrey’s message.
“I think that the Oprah brand has gotten slightly weaker,” the source said. “Ratings are down significantly for the new network, and there is a sense some of the magic is gone.”
In an attempt to boost the brand, Winfrey herself has been enlisted for more promotional efforts, including an “O You” event at the Georgia Convention Center. The Atlanta function reportedly has potential to gross $725,000 if the 5,000 expected attendees each pay their $125.
Also struggling are Martha Stewart Living and EveryDay with Rachael Ray, with August numbers falling 14 and 25 percent respectively

Beyonce says She’ll have Kids by 40

Beyonce says She’ll have Kids by 40

*All these years the world has watched Beyonce grow up and get married, fans are wondering when and if she’ll have kids.
The singer shared with Access Hollywood that she would like to have kids before she reaches the golden age of 40.
“Before I hit the age of 40, I’d love to have some children. I would love to direct, continue to learn videos and maybe by then a film, short film or documentary. I love documentaries. I just hope that I’m happy and into my children, well adjusted and still making music if that makes me happy at that time.”
The twenty nine year-old Grammy winner also talked about shooting the video “Best Thing I Never Had.” In the video, she walks down the isle to marry some guy. She said it was a little strange having to replace her husband for the shoot.
“It was a little strange and when I walked down the aisle I was like ‘This is kind of creepy. It’s some other man standing here.’ It was really beautiful and people were all really excited like it was really my wedding. My mother was even like “Aww.” I’m like “Mom, it’s a video this is not my dress, this is not the real wedding but I think it’s just one of those moments that every woman kind of fantasizes and relives.”

Rohan Marley Dumps Pregnant Lauryn Hill for Young Brazilian Model

Rohan Marley Dumps Pregnant Lauryn Hill for Young Brazilian Model


*It’s been rumored that Lauryn Hill, 36, is now single after Rohan Marley allegedly dumped her for a Brazilian supermodel, Isabeli Fontana (pictured below), who is 28.
Marley, 39, and the singer have been together since 1996, although their marital status has been very questionable since Hill has always referred to him as her husband. But there is no clarity whether or not they ever officially exchanged vows.
The pair has five children together and Lauryn is currently pregnant with her sixth child. Apparently Marley is denying fathering the child.