Britney Spears in The Makeup Chair

How I would do it...

I would love to do Britney's makeup, 

and this is how I would do it...

On the left how Britney's makeup is done,

On the right how I would do her makeup.

With a little help from photo shop I add some makeup!

Britney suffers from break outs and oily skin, 

I would start with Smashbox Photo Finish Light 

(after using a cleanse, toner and moisturiser of course)

Her under eyes looked a little grey, I used a peach concealer to counteract that. 

Taking a lighter shade of foundation I highlight the skin under the eyes, chin and forehead and then use a foundation shade that matches her neck to help even her skin.

With Britney going from blonde to brown her brows need to also change, I used a warm brown eyebrow pencil to define them.

I picked a lighter peachy/pink blush for Britney's cheeks. Britney already has strong red colours in her skin so a peachy/pink would neutralise that. 

Finally for lipstick I blended the lip liner more and added a sheer pink lipstick! Done!  

Which celebrities makeup would you like to do or redo??

Finally Finished Foundation Series!

Flawless Foundation For Beginners!

Step One: Cleanse 

Pink Grapefruit Face Wash.

Make sure your make-up is going on fresh skin, this will make sure it goes on smoother and lasts longer!

Step Two: Tone
Simple facial toner.
A toner is just a liquid similar to water that rinses off any left over cleanser or dirt. Wipe it over the skin on a cotton pad!

Step Three: Moisturise 
Moisturise Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser
Moisturise actually gives your foundation something to hold on so its very important!

Make sure you leave your skin settle for at least 5 minutes once you have completed these steps!

Step Four: Primer
Primer Nivea Daily Essentials Hydration Primer Normal/Comb
Not everyone needs a primer, but if you are going to use one, you apply it after your Moisturiser, not before your moisturiser and not instead of your moisturiser, after your moisturiser, Yep! :)

Step Five: Foundation
Foundation Loreal True Match W1
                 Bourjois 10 Hour Sleep Effect
I mixed up two foundations to get my prefect tone, texture and shade. It takes a lot of trial and error to find that out but when you do you wont forget it!

I use my F20 brush to apply it http://www.blankcanvascosmetics.com/products/hot-pink-and-black-f20-duo-set.html

You don't need a brush or sponge or any type of tool, feel free to use your finger tips, I like to pat in the foundation because it gives great coverage and looks great, I think its the heat from your fingers blends it so well!

And we're done!

Buying Foundation Online

So You Wanna Buy A Foundation Online 

But You Have No Idea What Shade To Pick????

Here is what I do....

Let's say I want to get the "NYX HD Studio Photogenic Foundation"
and I need to work out the right shade for me,

Step 1:
Look for Swatches online -

Here is a swatch of the NYX foundation in Sand Beige (Thanks to Nina's page)

Step 2:

Search for a foundation swatch you already use - 

Here is a swatch of an ELF foundation I already own, 

I use shade "Sand" 

Step 3:

Compare foundation swatches

You can see how the Elf "Sand" and NYX "Sand Beige" swatches are similar.

DONE!!

RDS Beauty Show Dublin! 3/4 of March

You know I LOVE BCC soo much!!! 

Come and check out the stall and say Hi!

Really wanna meet as many people as I can so please don't be shy come and say HI! 

(that rhymes awesome!)

I'll be there both days and pretty much be there 

all day long so come and hang out and chat! 

Foundation!

Foundation! Foundation!! Foundation!!!

Got foundation issues??

Do you really need a primer?

Warm, Cool or Neutral

Foundation Shade

Foundation For Your Skin Type

Feed back welcome!

Hi all! Soooo I have a special occasion on Wednesday and I have the shoes, the dress and the bag but I have NO idea how to do my makeup! 

Those are my favourite looks above!

Here is the dress:

Please let me know what you would pick!

Much love Sinead xx

Thursday, February 14

If you are tired of the pink lipstick or eye-shadow tutorials for valentine's day then I think you will enjoy my natural make-up look I created this year!

It's similar to a "No make-up make-up look" 

but I added some little extras!

It is valentine's day after all!

Here's what I used to create the look:

Eucerin dermopurifyer Toner on a cotton pad

Simple Kind To Skin Replenishing Rich Moisturiser 

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Lip Balm

Sleek Corrector and Concealer Shade 2

Bourjois 10 Hour Sleep Effect Foundation Shade 71

Collection 2000 The Cheek of It Stain

Catrice Eyebrow Stylist '#30 Brown-Eyed-Peas' Pencil

MUA eyeshadow 

Shade 16 matt

Shade 1 pearl

Shade 20 matt

Shade 19 matt

Elf Eye Lash Curler

Maybelline One by One Mascara Waterproof

Brushes!!

http://blankcanvascosmetics.com/

Feel free to use my code "SINEAD" if you want a discount!

How to Pack Smart for a Trip

How to Pack Smart for a Trip

Small (Bra/Undies)

     

Keep everything natural nude so it will work under all clothes, 

Even if you have a white top it's always best to wear a nude bra as it's less likely to be seen. 

           Multiway bras are always super handy to pack!

Clothes

Pick a colour scheme and stick to it.

Pick items that all match so you can vary your outfit without over packing,

I stick to these rules:

Black                or           Brown

Red               or           Pink

I never pick a brown top if I pack black shoe, or a red top with a pink jacket

My colour scheme is usually 

Blacks, 

Greys, 

and a pop of colour usually Pink or Red.

But hey that's just me!

Make-up

Primer 

Foundation

Concealer

Powder

Blush

Bronzer

Brow Pencil 

Brow Gel

Eyeshadow Palette

Mascara

Eye Liner

Lipstick

Lipgloss

Brushes/Tools

Foundation Brush or Sponge

Blush Brush

Powder/Bronzer Brush 

(Don't want to mix a blush brush with a powder/bronzer as it can give your face a pink tint) 

Flat Eye-shadow 

Blending brush

Brow Brush

Eye lash Curler

Tweezers

Skin Care

Cleanser

Toner 

Moisturiser

Lip balm 

Hair Care

Shampoo/Conditioner

Leave in Conditioner/heat defence 

Hair Brush

Hair gel or spray or creme

(Depending on hair type)

I have podophobia

Micro-Pedi

Not something I like to admit but....*whisper* I have horrible feet.

I have podophobia: A fear of feet!

I hate feet, even the word Feet or Foot turns my stomach, I think this is because ever since I can remember I have had dry horrid feet. 
I even remember going to the doctor about it as a kid!

I have tried everything to get smooth feet,

scrubs, lotions, potions, files everything!! 

(If you want a review on products that I have tired before, let me know)

So I had to review this because in my option this is AWESOME!

Best thing I have EVER tried hands down (or should I say feets up) 
I finally have smooth feet with very little effort at all!! 

  
Pop two AA batteries in 

(not included by the way)

Press the button so it starts to rotate....

Run it over the foot Never hold for more then 2 seconds in the same spot

You'll see the flakes fall away...
Do it over a bin or towel, its gross lol





AND DONE SMOOTH FEET!!

It is pretty expensive at around €50 but I have spent more on stuff that hasn't worked so taking that into account it's not bad and at least it really works. 

I have been going around showing everyone my feet and with my podophobia that's HUGE for me!

All in all I love it!

I just don't know!!

Vichy Normaderm 

Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care

This is gonna be a very mixed review, 

I dunno where to start with it one....

I guess I will start with WHY I bought this. Vichy claim this moisturiser is for "imperfection-prone skin, to help with redness, shine, scarring and uneven texture." All issues I have. My skin is prone to breaking out but I have to be careful what I use on it, as it can become very dry if I use the typical "Acne" type products. 

This product includes Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid and LHA. This combination creates a peeling action penetrating the deep layers of the skin. "Treating from within"

So that's what it claims but what does it actually do...

Pros 

• It does seem to treat blemishes on the face, I feel a tingling feeling for a few second on the areas that I have blemishes and acne scars. 

• It hasn't affected my dry skin patches. Keeping them comfortably moisturised.

Cons  

• Doesn't seem to sink into the skin, it sits on top of my skin making it feel greasy.  

• I didn't notice my pores on my nose and cheeks were any smaller.

• The packaging makes you think you have lots left, so its hard to judge when you need more.

• Its expensive!!

• Does NOT work as a makeup base! Unless you like it melting off in a few minutes!

I honestly cannot decide what to do about this! 

Should I get it again...What do you think??

Love, a very confused Sinead :/

Best Mascara Ever! NO MORE!

I love this MASCARA! 

If you follow my videos and my Friday favourites videos then you will know that I love Maybelline one by one "waterproof" mascara!

but for those of you who don't here is the reasons why this is...

THE BEST MASCARA EVER!

Lets break it down into points!

1. The wand grabs hold of each lash and as it combs through, each one gets a generous amount of product.
2. It creates length and volume without the clumps!
3. Its build-able and each layer brings you closer and closer to that fake lash effect! 
4. The black shade is a true black, no grey here!
5. Its waterproof!
6. Once you apply it to curled lashes and lashes STAY curled all day! Prefect for that doll eyed look!

The down side! :(

Its becoming harder and harder to find which leads me to believe that it IS being discontinued after months of speculation!! 

However on a brighter note Maybelline have launch the new

Volum' Express The Rocket Mascara

With very similar claims and packaging...

here's hoping its just as good!! 

I am off to Boots to give one ago and I will post my thoughts on my blog soon!!

Much love Sinead xx

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2012/2013

When 2012 started I was in a pretty good place in my life, lived with my lovely boyfriend John, had a great apartment in Cork city, great friends, happy family, everything I could have asked for.

I look at myself here and it makes me said,
I was so happy back then I want that feeling back.

I didn't think that the year was going to slowly go down hill. I tried to stay positive but I lost so much of that happiness. I still tried to hold on to as much as I could, even with everything changing around me and in 2012 I realised -
I DO NOT DO CHANGE! 

I hate anything changing, something I never really thought to much but too much has changed now and I do not like it! Not one bit!

So when everything fell apart in my life on the 20 of December 2012 I think I had finally had enough and had given up on holding on to the life I once had and instead of watching change, I was going to make changes instead, Its time to take back some control in my life!

So I made a list, which come to think of it, it's kind of like a New Year's resolutions list but I am not just doing this because it's a new year I have to do it now.

• Take a break from youtube videos. This is more because I am still so upset about my dog passing away that I can't face filming, she was always with me when I did and even going into my filming room scares me. 
• Learn to drive. Gonna be a surprise for some people to know that I don't drive, I hate driving and in the city it wasn't a big deal but now I need to learn to drive. I can drive but I hate it!
• Get into shape. I am tired of feeling crappy about my shape and I want to get super fit!
• Create better videos. I really hate how bad my videos are. Bugs me.
• Look into getting laser eye surgery. I really hope I can get my eyes fixed, I don't like wearing my glasses. Especially when I'm driving. 
• Spend time with Sarah. I don't get to see Sarah (makeupbysaz) much and I really miss her! I hope I get to see my other guru girlie soon too. 
• Learn to find my way around London. London scares me, its not like the North (North of England) you can turn around and ask for help but in London if you hesitate you get push! Learnt that the hard way!
• Do some thing fun every day! 

Do you have anything that you want to change, do you want to take control??? 

I would love to hear your thoughts! 

Best wishes! Sinead x

The Makeup Life!

Trip To America! 

Week in Pictures

So my brother and me headed to America for Thanksgiving! 

I love thanksgiving, its all the best parts of Christmas without the stress of buying presents

 - Food, Family and fun!

Me and my brother Michael

  

We landed into Boston Airport after a 7 hour flight from Shannon. The flight was so smooth, but my vegetarian meal was not nice at all - plain rice and steamed vegetables, everyone else got chocolate cookie, but I got a fruit salad I love cookies! :( what happened there!  

I love Massachusetts, I have to live there at some stage in my life!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

           

                 

 

So we headed to the mall, my brother totally embarrassed me by playing my video on one of the laptops, I did take the picture but very quickly walked away embarrassed! Love to get a Mac, one day I will I guess. 

Hey has anyone else noticed MAC and Mac are both very expensive and best in their own niche? No just me?? 

I didn't go into M.A.C. (we have it in Ireland) I did go to.....

As you can see I was pretty happy about it! lol

  

 
       I spent most of my money in there to be honest, they have such lovely stuff in there and then as you go to pay and you are in the queue they have loads half sizes very very tempting!! I gave in!



 I will hopefully film a haul and upload it tomorrow before I am off to England on Saturday, I dunno why I planned it like this its crazy!


Hope you all had a great week!

Sineady xx

Glossy Box

Glossy Box Goodies!

So I haven't done a glossy box review in awhile, but I am super happy with the November box because I am heading to America on a long haul flight and I have to admit glossy box pick prefect goodies for me! (Not that they realise that though! ha)

WEI - White Lotus Hydrating Face Treatment Pad

It's well know that some gurus like to do masks on long flight, I have never tried it but I really wanna give it ago this time and I think this will be a great option!

 

Dr. Jart+ - Water Fuse Beauty Balm

BB creams are prefect for long flight, they give you a little coverage for those of you with uneven skin while hydrating and treating the skin!!

I own two by Dr. Jart+ Most Moist Water Fuse BB Cream

and Gold Label Premium BB Cream.

I plan on wear the water fuse BB cream while I fly as the cabin air is super drying on the skin!

The only thing I am not sure of is the one shade fits all.....Don't agree!

Alison Claire - Mango Body Butter

I adore body butter and this is awesome, smells amazing!! Great alternative to a perfume which can be kindof drying on the skin, this smells great and feels great!

Now I didn't get this large tub I got a sample but as I packed my camera already I could take a picture! Sorry!

Nail inc. 

I have owned one other polish by Nail Inc. I have Piccadilly Circus - and now 

- Porchester Square

I love these two shades, like my favourite colours! 

Dermalogica - Daily Microfoliant

Another great travel product, Its a powder so no trouble with liquids in security! Yes!

Wet your hands and face and shake out some powder and create a paste. It goes a little milky and creamy and breaks down make-up while lightly exfoilating! Feels amazing! 

Right I am off to finish packing, see you all very soon!

Sineady xx

Question

Would you be willing to look funny on the plane for the sake of great skin? 

Let me know!

Makeup Challenge

Benefit Blogger Challenge

So I entered the Benefit Blogger Challenge, you had to teach a male to apply makeup on you (such an cool idea) and it has an awesome prize! 

(More about that if we get into the second round)

Seeing as my boyfriend is camera shy (and in London) I only had my dad left to ask. I must admits that asking my ex professional rugby player father to do my makeup seemed crazy but my dad knows how much I really want this and so he put his all into it!

Here was me before we started! 

No makeup! 

Oh and my skin that has been pretty good decides to break out the day before which I worried might make it even harder for my  poor dad.

But no, my dad actually took on the information so well and managed to follow my instructions like a pro. 

By the end of it I looked in the mirror and it looked just like I had done it myself! 

        Yay go daddy!

We are in the final for the Benefit Challenge, please vote for us! Pretty Please!! 

Just click on the drop down menu and pick themakeupchair :) http://blog.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/2012/11/13/8882/

What we used:

Benefit - Best at everything kit in light!

I think "everything" gives it away but for those of you who haven't seen it, it has primer, foundation, concealer and powder.

Blankcanvascosmetics.com - Contour palette

Collection 2000 Pink Cloud blush

NYC brown eye palette

Maybelline smokey shadow pencil - Black

Benefit "They're real" mascara

Rimmel Pink blush lipstick

Check out the video here! 

A BIG thank you to my daddy for being a great sport and doing this huge favour for me, I know Jonathan was happy it was you and not him lol

See you all again soon,

Sineady xx