• Skip to content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Makeup and Beauty Blog | Makeup Reviews, Swatches and How-To MakeupMakeup and Beauty Blog | Makeup Reviews, Swatches and How-To Makeup

A beauty blog blooming with fresh makeup reviews, swatches and beauty tips from your friendly neighborhood beauty addict

  • Home
  • About
    • About
    • Contact
    • FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
    • Advertising & Media
  • Categories
    • Product Reviews
    • Makeup
    • Skincare & Fragrance
    • Style & Fashion
    • Hair
    • Nails
    • Tips & Tutorials
    • Just for Fun
  • Brands
  • Store

Merry Christmas From Makeup and Beauty Blog

December 25th, 2012 by Karen 55 Comments

20121225-101650.jpg

Merry Christmas! 🙂 Ya know one of my fave things about the holidays?? Breakfast on Christmas morning. My dad makes a huge pot of coffee, we warm up leftovers from our Christmas Eve feast, and then we all sit around the table in our pajamas playing with our new toys.

At this very moment, El Hub and I are on the road heading up to Redding, which is up near the Oregon border (I’m actually writing this post from my phone…the wonders of technology!). Hope you’re having a very Merry Christmas.

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

20121225-102416.jpg

20121225-102504.jpg

20121225-102552.jpg

20121225-102630.jpg

20121225-102701.jpg

20121225-103038.jpg

20121225-103114.jpg

20121225-103126.jpg

Merry Christmas From Makeup and Beauty Blog / Originally published December 25th, 2012

There are 55 comments on this post. Leave yours.

Categories: Just For Fun

Previous Post: Christmas Eve Scenes
Next Post: Becca’s Iconic Beauty Collection

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Agata says

    December 25th, 2012 at 11:01 am

    Merry Christmas Karen to you and your family.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 12:01 pm

      Hi Agata,

      Merry Christmas to you too! How are you spending the day? We will be spending the day with El Hub’s family just chilling out.

      Reply
      • Agata says

        December 25th, 2012 at 12:39 pm

        Today I am at home with my husband. I Skyped with my family in Poland and am just relaxing 🙂 Guess what my husband got me though?? Chanel loose powder 🙂

        Reply
        • Karen says

          December 25th, 2012 at 1:10 pm

          Isn’t technology amazing? We used Google talk last night to see my niece in the Philippines. It makes it so much easier to stay in touch over the holidays. Did you get to see most of your family during the Skype call? I hope so.

          Yay for your hubby getting you Chanel! What a sweet gift. Have you tried it on yet? If you happen to have NARS tinted moisturizer around the two look amazing together.

          I’m writing this comment from the road, btw. We are still in the car and I’m starting to go a little stir crazy!!

          Reply
          • Agata says

            December 26th, 2012 at 4:34 am

            I didn’t get to see them but I agree, I don’t know what I’d do without technology. My mom was bummed because she sent me a Christmas package and it didn’t get here on time 🙁 I got one from my sister though- with like 10 different skin care products from Vichy 🙂 Best sister ever!

          • Karen says

            December 27th, 2012 at 10:03 am

            That is AWESOME! I wish my brother would give me skincare for Christmas. I’ve heard Vichy has great creams, especially.

  2. MJ says

    December 25th, 2012 at 11:40 am

    Merry Christmas! 😀

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 12:13 pm

      Hi MJ,

      Merry Christmas! Whatcha up to today?

      Reply
  3. Icequeen81 says

    December 25th, 2012 at 12:51 pm

    Merry christmas to you and your family

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 1:12 pm

      Merry Christmas to you too! Are you relaxing today? I hope so!

      Reply
  4. Angel says

    December 25th, 2012 at 1:33 pm

    Merry Christmas Karen! Hope Santa brought you something nice. My hubby got me a fab leopard handbag, WOO HOO! And a Sephora gift certificate. What more could a girl want!? Thanks for another great year of beauty, hope the New Year brings you peace, prosperity and love! XOXO, Angel

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 4:25 pm

      Hi Angel,

      Merry Christmas! Your handbag sounds meow-worthy! I bet it would be cute with a bunch of different outfits, too.

      What did you guys do today?

      Reply
  5. Susan says

    December 25th, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    Merry Christmas, Karen. Your family celebrations look so relaxed and happy, I love it. After losing a family member earlier this month, I’m very much feeling that presents and little stresses are nothing – it’s all about loved ones – family, partners, friends and pets – and creating things – a home, a life, happiness. You should be proud of creating something, your website, that makes lots of people happy, me included. Thank you 🙂

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 10:04 am

      Hi Susan,

      I’m very sorry for your loss and I hope that you and your family have found ways to cope and recover. Sending you a big virtual hug. 🙂

      P.S. This comment was so sweet. Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Melissa says

    December 25th, 2012 at 2:53 pm

    I’m glad to see you spending Christmas with your family. Hope you have a great day.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 4:23 pm

      Hi Melissa,

      Merry Christmas! I hope you had a nice day too. Did you do anything fun? Hope so.

      Reply
  7. elizabeth primo says

    December 25th, 2012 at 3:27 pm

    hey i used to live in redding. not much there. what you doin up there? Merry christmas too karen!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 4:23 pm

      Hi Elizabeth Primo!

      We’re up here to visit El Hub’s family. They celebrate on Christmas Day. What are you doing to celebrate the day?

      Reply
      • elizabeth primo says

        December 25th, 2012 at 5:36 pm

        We just sang happy birthday to Jesus. 🙂
        with three kids opening presents took a while.. wkwkwkwk
        i miss Redding mountains. My second was born in Redding. Homebirth. LOVE! Memories.

        Reply
        • Karen says

          December 25th, 2012 at 8:03 pm

          Oh cool. Yeah, it’s pretty cool to see the mountains in the distance. How long did you live there?

          Reply
  8. virginie says

    December 25th, 2012 at 5:39 pm

    Happy holidays KAren!!! Lots of happiness and success!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 8:03 pm

      Hi Virginie,

      Happy holidays to you! I hope you have a wonderful 2013. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Anne says

    December 25th, 2012 at 6:14 pm

    Merry Xmas Karen!!!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 8:04 pm

      Merry Christmas, Anne!

      Reply
  10. Iris says

    December 25th, 2012 at 7:07 pm

    Lovely photos.

    A very Merry Christmas to you and your family.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 8:05 pm

      Hi Iris,

      Merry Christmas to you too. What did you do today?

      Reply
      • Iris says

        December 26th, 2012 at 6:41 pm

        Thanks! I visited an Asian supermarket and stayed at home opening presents with my family. Overall, a good Christmas. 🙂

        Reply
        • Karen says

          December 27th, 2012 at 10:02 am

          That sounds fun. What did you get at the Asian supermarket? I love those grocery stores, btw. I could spend all day in them!

          Reply
          • Iris says

            December 28th, 2012 at 7:47 pm

            They have a lot of useful and unique items.

            I purchased a huge 2 litre bottle of black tea and a large combo menu item from the deli/to go section.

  11. Steph says

    December 25th, 2012 at 7:22 pm

    Hope you had a very merry Christmas, Karen & fam!
    Steph recently posted … Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 25th, 2012 at 8:05 pm

      Thank you, Steph! Merry Christmas to you too. 🙂

      Reply
  12. peach_ says

    December 25th, 2012 at 9:34 pm

    Very cute photo with your family! Merry Christmas, Karen! 🙂

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 10:01 am

      Merry Christmas, Peach!

      Reply
  13. Kim says

    December 25th, 2012 at 11:09 pm

    Wishing you a Merry Christmas! I really enjoy your blog and loved seeing your family. Also, the food looks delish. I hope you had fun at the In-Laws too.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 10:01 am

      Hi Kim,

      Merry Christmas to you too! We’re still at the in-laws (just about to have breakfast), and it’s been a nice visit.

      Thank you for reading and for leaving this very kind comment! 🙂

      Reply
  14. asiansbeauty says

    December 26th, 2012 at 12:13 am

    Merry Christmas!! I am chinese, so when I see that noodle dish, it really reminds me of home! Have a wonderuful holiday( ´ ▽ ` )ノ

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 9:59 am

      You too! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Amanda Val says

    December 26th, 2012 at 2:11 am

    Merry Christmas! I grew up with a lot of Filipino food (adobo + lumpia = mmmmmmm :D) so I’m so jealous that you got to eat all of that yummy stuff with your family! I hope you’re having a great boxing day!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 9:59 am

      Hi Amanda,

      That’s super cool that you know all about Filipino food! 🙂 Do you ever try cooking it?

      Reply
  16. Gwen @ Makeup Toys says

    December 26th, 2012 at 3:34 am

    Merry Xmas Karen! I really love your blog and Love the photos that you have! Hope you have a great Xmas and may the coming year be a great year for you and family!
    Gwen @ Makeup Toys recently posted … Happy Birthday Makeup Toys!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 9:58 am

      Hi Gwen,

      This was so sweet of you. Hope 2013 brings you lots of great things!

      Reply
  17. Rica says

    December 26th, 2012 at 5:49 am

    Very Filipino dinner! Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 9:57 am

      Same to you, Rica!

      Reply
  18. Kiss & Make-up says

    December 26th, 2012 at 8:11 am

    Merry Christmas, Karen 🙂 And Tabs, of course!
    Kiss & Make-up recently posted … Review: MAC Strawberry Patch crushed metallic pigments

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 9:57 am

      Same to you! 🙂

      Reply
  19. denise says

    December 26th, 2012 at 10:52 am

    Happy Holidays Karen! You have a lovely family! I enjoyed looking at your warm,cozy family holiday photos. That food looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 9:56 am

      Hi Denise,

      Thank you for your sweet comment. 🙂 I hope you had a happy Christmas! Next stop: 2013!

      Reply
  20. Lori says

    December 26th, 2012 at 11:40 am

    Oh My God!!!! is that Pancit???

    Very jealous!!!!!

    Why didn’t I go home for Christmas???

    Merry Christmas to you all!!!

    XOXO!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 9:56 am

      Hi Lori,

      Yup, we had two different kinds! 🙂

      Reply
  21. gio says

    December 26th, 2012 at 2:46 pm

    Merry Christmas! I hope you had a wonderful day!
    gio recently posted … Best Of Beauty 2012

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 9:55 am

      Same to you, Gio!

      Reply
  22. Vanessa says

    December 26th, 2012 at 4:49 pm

    You post such heartwarming photos. Hope you’re having a good day.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      December 27th, 2012 at 9:55 am

      Thank you Vanessa! Hope you had a lovely Christmas!

      Reply
  23. ren says

    December 28th, 2012 at 5:58 am

    Looks like your holiday was bright! Your family is adorable, and I’m so JEALOUS of the pansit and lumpia! One of the things I miss the most about living in the Bay. Happy New Year!

    Reply
  24. Krisabelle says

    December 30th, 2012 at 8:07 am

    I know I’m late, but MERRY CHRISTMAS, Karen! 🙂

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

CommentLuv badgeShow more posts

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

About Makeup and Beauty Blog

Welcome to Makeup and Beauty Blog
Hi there! I’m Karen, your friendly neighborhood beauty addict, and I’m a Bay Area girl who hoards brown eyeshadow and covets coral lipstick. Every morning, I wake up and say, “I’m going to do something other than a smoky eye today.” Then…I end up doing a smoky eye anyway (most days). When I’m not putting on makeup, taking pictures of makeup or writing about makeup, which I’ve been doing daily since 2007 (!), you’ll find me hanging out with my hubby (“El Hub”), my four-year-old daughter (Connor Claire) and my torbie girl cat (Pretty Girl Rosie, a.k.a. PGR).

SHOP THE STORE


Long Live Lipstick Tee 💄



Blush Is My Crush Tee



Mascara & Kitties Tee



Thank You For Being a Friend Tee



You Hair Me Tee


Recent Posts

urban decay naked wild west teal brown smokey eyes

Warm Reddish Brown Smokey Eyes With Teal Lids and Liner | Day 2 With the Urban Decay Naked Wild West Palette

urban decay naked wild west swatches

Bronze and Gray Lids With the Urban Decay Naked Wild West Palette

This or That: The Hair Dye Edition

coycoy fifth birthday 2

Five Days –> Five Months –> Five Years

5 Things I’ve Been Loving Lately

Social

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Featured Posts

Lady Unicorn

Weird Things I Like to Do

brows fill out beforehand

Before You Pluck or Wax Your Brows, You Must Do This

current bare skin status

What’s One Thing That Drastically Changed Your Skin for the Better?

red brown smokey eyes tutorial top pic 2

A Glamorously Grungy Makeup Tutorial: Smoky Reddish Brown Eyes and Vampy Matte Lips [MODERATE SKILL LEVEL]

Copyright © 2020 Makeup and Beauty Blog. Get in touch.