Dear Perpetually Late Self (yes, I am talking to myself),
What is it with you and clocks!? Why are you always running behind? Seriously, why can’t you ever get from point A to B on time? It’s a mystery that I don’t even know if the universe understands…
(#realtalk: I suspect that it might have something to do with time management, which isn’t exactly your strong suit… But I’m not about to tell you that. Oh, hell no. I value my life and sanity too much, so I’ll continue to pretend it’s due to cosmic forces out of our control.)
But I do appreciate that you’re working on it. Your decision to do a full face in 15 minutes today with the new MAC Divine Night holiday collection was a brilliant idea.
Snaps, man. At least you’re trying. 🙂
Minutes 14:59-9:00 — Eyes
OK, I can see why you chose to start with the Mineralize Eye Shadows from this collection. Each one has two shades, so they’re like a ready-to-wear duo in every pan.
Good choice going with the bronze and pink Exquisite Ego. Bravo. Because the colors are neutrals, even if you do a slap-dash job applying them, people probably won’t even notice your mistakes. I’d do the same thing.
And I applaud your decision to use a flat shader brush like the MAC 239, since it helps reduce fallout. I like that you patted the lighter color all over your lids, and then swished the darker color along your lash line for a sparkly kick, without having to spend forever and a day blending.
I also liked how you lined your lower lash line with Orpheus Kohl Power Pencil, and then smudged it with the same MAC 239. The little extra definition it added to the look made it clear that you at least tried.
Oh, and you managed to find a few seconds to do your brows and lashes, too? Nice!
Minutes 8:59-2:00 — Face
I know it nearly killed you to skip bronzer today, but when you’re pressed for time, it’s all about the basics — products like foundation, under-eye concealer concealer, face powder and blush.
Totes approve of your choice of Lured to Love Mineralize Blush, by the way.
First, it’s the least frosty of the three blushes in the Divine Night collection, so you know your pores be like, “Hey, boo, HAAAY!”
Plus, the light coral pink color doesn’t need a ton of blending.
Minutes 1:59-0 — Lips
OK, since the rest of the look is so minimal, I think you made the right call by going with sheer red Prepare for Pleasure Cremesheen Glass.
I think the look needed some brightening up, and sheer, bright glosses like this one are good for that. Oh, and because it’s not too potently pigmented, you were able to skip lip liner.
Score. 🙂
The MAC Divine Night holiday collection is available now at MAC counters and also online.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Anna says
October 21st, 2013 at 5:45 pmFun post! I love how you got a pic of yourself in the car. You make makeup blogging look like lots of fun, but I am sure you work incredibly hard. Thank you! Love this blog.
Janet says
October 21st, 2013 at 6:05 pmOMG the eyeshadow is gorgeous and I love the pink and gold blush in your first pic! Pretty look…nice blazer btw (Nords? Looks familiar :P)
Chaitra says
October 21st, 2013 at 7:23 pmThe collection looks really divine 🙂 Loved your clutch!
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Brandee says
October 21st, 2013 at 7:23 pmFun post!!!! Just curious, what concealer are you wearing? Your eyes look great:-)
Sabrina says
October 21st, 2013 at 7:28 pmAbsolutely gorgeous!!!
Vanessa says
October 21st, 2013 at 7:31 pmThat picture of you in the car is glam … and also cute
Alison M says
October 21st, 2013 at 7:36 pmThe eyeshadows are adorable! I love the untraditional appearance in the pan. And it’s totally not weird that they make me think of little alien babies…. Ahem….. Your look has me ready for holiday parties. Like now. (Come on, December!)
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Gowthami says
October 22nd, 2013 at 2:15 amOh my the collection looks so divine!! 🙂
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Ankita@corallista says
October 22nd, 2013 at 2:16 amSuch a polished look! Prepare for Pleasure is on my list!
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hanna says
October 22nd, 2013 at 4:22 amThis look is so pretty. Love this.
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Sasha says
October 22nd, 2013 at 5:22 amSuch a cute look! LOVE the look of the gloss!
poo@beautyandmakeupmatters says
October 22nd, 2013 at 6:05 amThe eyeshaodws are gorgeous and u r ready in starigt 15 min. Kudos dearr… u look simply superb.. love ur blazer.. 😀 :D..
Perfect for corporate looks.. 🙂
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R says
October 22nd, 2013 at 7:16 amThis gloss looks amazing on you!!!!
Sylvia says
October 22nd, 2013 at 9:11 amWhat a cute idea! You always do a great job at presenting products in a new way.
I may need to pick up that blush, it is gorgeous!
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Nika says
October 22nd, 2013 at 10:04 amThis applies to me so much – I’m ALWAYS late, it’s ridiculous how I never learn. Thanks for the great tips, Karen!
gio says
October 22nd, 2013 at 10:38 amYou look gorgeous! Love the gloss.
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Marta Male says
March 9th, 2016 at 7:20 amKaren,Fun post! I love how you got a pic of yourself in the car. You make makeup blogging look like lots of fun, but I am sure you work incredibly hard. Thank you! Love this blog.