December 2010
28 posts
Be Back Soon...
Hey guys! So, I know I haven’t posted a thing in nearly two weeks, but… I have an excuse!! Between finishing my last college apps, making plans for the holidays, dealing with the multitude of tests that teachers schedule for the last week of school, going to three different states, and seeing family/friends, I just haven’t had a mind for anything else. There’s a pile of...
Anonymous asked: Sam,
You and your blog are a godsend. I live in Cleveland, OH, where access to makeup artists is limited pretty strictly to a few professionals (who are able to charge out the ear due to their small numbers) and Sephora staffers (shudder). It's lovely that you're willing to share your knowledge with us aspirers freely!
I could talk (type?) your ear off...
You and your blog are a godsend. I live in Cleveland, OH, where access to makeup artists is limited pretty strictly to a few professionals (who are able to charge out the ear due to their small numbers) and Sephora staffers (shudder). It's lovely that you're willing to share your knowledge with us aspirers freely!
I could talk (type?) your ear off...
Anonymous asked: Just wanted to thank you for recommending the One 'n Only Argan Oil products. After reading your review, it sounds like we have similar hair types. I have light brown hair with platinum blonde highlights, which are prone to looking dull after a few washes. It's also really poofy, and tends to get oily at the roots & dry at the ends. With most hair products, I feel like I have to...
Anonymous asked: In the winter, my skin (especially on my legs) gets very dry and ruddy. Do you have any advice or products to prevent this? Thanks!
P.S. Your writing is fantastic!!
P.S. Your writing is fantastic!!
Anonymous asked: Ok, so i was just wondering how you know so much about makeup application and makeup in general when you're only 17. And how is it possible that you own so much makeup and so many makeup brushes when you don't even use it yourself because you're obviously a boy. It just seems a bit strange that someone of your age can know so much about and own so much makeup...
chopa asked: do you depot your makeup products for the most part? or just the ones for your kit? and what kind? (I'm curious if you depot liners like NYX Jumbo Eye Pencils.) also, do you have any separate makeup products that you only use on yourself?
Anonymous asked: I love all your reviews and tutorials! They're really helpful and I'm hooked. Keep up the amazing work! You're fantastic :)
Anonymous asked: How many times should I spray my eau de parfum? My mom says one is enough but I can no longer smell it after about an hour. What is the proper amount without people saying, "OMG, do you smell that? That is so strong!" ?
Anonymous asked: Hiiii!
I am Indian and I have olive skin. I can never figure out what make up to wear or how. I only like to use natural looking shades, so get an overall healthy natural looking glow. My eyes are the focus of my face and I always wear kohl (family tradition) on my waterline... I have a perfectly oval face.. I don't use concealors/lipsticks/lipglosses. I do wear some eyeshadows...
I am Indian and I have olive skin. I can never figure out what make up to wear or how. I only like to use natural looking shades, so get an overall healthy natural looking glow. My eyes are the focus of my face and I always wear kohl (family tradition) on my waterline... I have a perfectly oval face.. I don't use concealors/lipsticks/lipglosses. I do wear some eyeshadows...
Anonymous asked: Hi Sam, quick question from a clueless make-up newbie. :/
I was wondering, do you put on concealer first, and then foundation? Or foundation and then concealer? I heard either way works, but I was wondering which way has a more natural result, and which way you prefer.
Thanks! :)
I was wondering, do you put on concealer first, and then foundation? Or foundation and then concealer? I heard either way works, but I was wondering which way has a more natural result, and which way you prefer.
Thanks! :)
Anonymous asked: What eyelash curler do you recommend?
Anonymous asked: Hi!
Just started reading your blog and I have a few things to ask/say, which is unusual as I tend to lurk! Anyway, here goes:
1) You write amazingly concisely and your reviews all seem refreshingly blunt. I think what makes your entries even more suprising is how young you seem to be - your knowledge of all things cosmetic is way beyond that of people twice your age!...
Just started reading your blog and I have a few things to ask/say, which is unusual as I tend to lurk! Anyway, here goes:
1) You write amazingly concisely and your reviews all seem refreshingly blunt. I think what makes your entries even more suprising is how young you seem to be - your knowledge of all things cosmetic is way beyond that of people twice your age!...
acollegegirlblogs asked: New follower here!!! I love your blog--thanks for putting so much time into such great answers! I would love to see a video or picture-heavy post on all your makeup supplies and tools; that's one of my fav parts of reading makeup blogs.
Thanks again!
Thanks again!
Anonymous asked: have you tried the urban decay naked palette? do you like it?
juliabeatrice asked: I love reading your blog and watching your YouTube. One thing that I'd love to see more from you is not just makeup reviews, but tutorials and also other random fashion ideas. It would be awesome to hear more about you, in addition to the makeup.
Thanks for holding in!
So, Tumblr finally seems to have relieved itself of all of its technical problems, which means I’ll finally start posting again! Yay!
Anyway, I’ll try and work on at least ten of y’all’s questions tonight, plus a review, and maybe a YouTube video, to make up for my long leave. Sound good? Send in those questions soon if you want them possibly answered today (usually I...
Anonymous asked: How tall are you?
Ridiculous.
Yup, there’s a period in that title. I’m writing this in the brief amount of time that tumblr is giving me to do so, before it inevitably shuts down again. I have not been able to post a single thing, nor answer a single question for the last 5 days because of all of tumblr’s technical issues. Someone is gonna get punched in the head.
Anywho, I’m gonna take a two day...
Someone Needs to Be Punished...
So, Tumblr has been down for about three days now… Which is why I haven’t answered any of your comments or posted anything new in that time. I just got home from working out, but after I shower in a bit, expect some more questions answered, and maybe a review?
Anonymous asked: what are some of your favorite brushes for blushes (cream or powder) ?
Passport Photo...
Ugh, we all know how terrible these always are. But, I just had mine taken so I can get a Visa to go to Russia in February:
Awful, no? Worst possible day to have acne (see: chin). Aw well, it’ll do.
So, in honor of my terrible passport photo, here’s the question for today: What are your tips for looking your best in ID/passport photos where you can’t really smile or do...
Swatches of Ben Nye Grande Lumiere Eyeshadow...
Check out my video review of these shades, too!
Bottom left clockwise: Shades Silver, Azalea, Jade, Chartreuse
Top to bottom: Silver, Azalea, Chartreuse, Jade
Shades on left applied with a wet synthetic brush; shades on right applied with finger
Anonymous asked: What is, in your opinion, the best eyeliner for lining the waterline?
Anonymous asked: First off, you're awesome! :)
Second, I have a huge problem that I can't seem to fix. I have large pores on my nose and get small blackheads where my nose connects to my face. They are barely noticeable until you're really close, but they drive me nuts! I have tried products that supposedly shrink pores and eliminate blackheads, but they all seem way too harsh. The...
Second, I have a huge problem that I can't seem to fix. I have large pores on my nose and get small blackheads where my nose connects to my face. They are barely noticeable until you're really close, but they drive me nuts! I have tried products that supposedly shrink pores and eliminate blackheads, but they all seem way too harsh. The...
Anonymous asked: What does it mean when a foundation oxidizes?
Answers, Answers
So I’m starting to answer the bevy of questions that has built up in my absence… So if yours hasn’t been answered yet, check back often in the next few days. All answered questions will have accompanying pictures (when applicable). Also look for my part 2 review of the Ben Nye Grande Lumiere Eyeshadow Palette later tonight!
Anonymous asked: I love what you have to say -- great blog, found it through the makeup and beauty blog -- but it's hard to go through a blog about makeup without many pictures, no matter how good it is! Do you think you can raise the picture-to-word ratio?
New Hair and Apologies
Check out my new vid.
