Celebrate MOvember with Annabelle Cosmetics and Support a Great Cause!

I have always been a huge supporter of Annabelle Cosmetics so when I heard about Annabelle MO SISTAS for Movember, also known in the social media world as #AnnabelleMovember, I knew that I had to take part. During the month of November, Annabelle is challenging the beauty community to post a picture of themselves with a hand-drawn mustache using one of ...

Review: L’Oreal Paris Super Liner Gel Intenza Eye Liner

There was a time not too long ago, that all I would ever use on my eyes was a  pencil liner. The mere thought of using liquid or gel liner intimidated me, since my hands weren't exactly precise or cooperative when it came to application.  However, on a whim one day I picked up MAC's Fluidline which ...

Does Makeup Expire? Beauty Product Expiration Dates

Over the last 2 years, my makeup collection has grown substantially, mostly because of this blog but also because I absolutely love all things beauty.  My friends and family often ask me, "doesn't this stuff go bad?", and the simple answer is YES. Old or expired makeup harbors bacteria and can clog pores or cause ...

Marcelle / Annabelle Beauty Unveiling 2012: New Products

This past week I attended the Marcelle & Annabelle Beauty Unveiling Event in Toronto. Media and fashion industry people had the wonderful opportunity to mingle with the companies’ product gurus and learn about their new products. Despite being exhausted after work, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to get a sneak peek at the products and meet up with fellow Toronto Beauty ...

NYX Jumbo Pencils Swatches & Photos

Depending on who you ask, NYX jumbo pencils are either an eyeliner or a creamy eye shadow. Used mostly as a base to bring out the pigmentation or intensity of powder shadows/pigments these “come in a rainbow of vivid hues”. According to the NYX website, there are now 32 assorted shades ranging from milky white ...