Makeup By Lauren P

My page has moved to Wordpress!

2010-03-18T09:19:00.000-07:00

If you can read this still, my page has now moved to wordpress! Which means for some reason that blogger will not notify you when I update my page, since it is no longer hosted on here...

Please make sure that you are following me still on http://www.makeupbylaurenp.com!

I would love to keep all of my readers, and show you what I have been working on for so long!

So please come on by to the new home of MakeupByLaurenP, and say hi! Stay connected to be able to enter give-a-ways and contests!

Website Update: Please help me choose a pic!

2010-01-26T12:17:00.000-08:00

Please choose one pic out of the two that you feel would best represent the banner for MakeupByLaurenP.com! I have already gotten a split votes with my family & friends, and I would value the opinion of my readers! Just leave a comment below of which one you like better...Thank you! The website development and design is already under construction! See you all at the new MakeupByLaurenP.com soon!

Bare Escentuals RETHINK WHAT MATTERS Campaign & MakeupByLaurenP.com Give-a-way!

2010-01-23T09:10:00.000-08:00

ASKS WHAT YOU’RE RETHINKING FOR 2010...

Rethink what a revolution looks like, from going bare in public to what freedom feels like. Bare Escentuals, the mineral makeup pioneer, invites you to shake up that foundation and sound off on topics that are more than just skin-deep with their new campaign, Rethink What Matters.

Born from employees rethinking makeup itself – the beauty brand found looking good is not about using artificial gunk to cover imperfections, but about enhancing what you’ve got. In keeping with their wink-wink approach to marketing (Love MATTE Campaign), Bare Escentuals unveils playful taglines to help start honest conversations with your girlfriends. bareMinerals SPF15 Foundation feels completely weightless, but gives you all the flawless coverage you need. Like you are wearing nothing at all.”

Bare Escentuals invites you to give rethinking a try, too. Every week at RethinkWhatMatters.com, a new discussion topic will be featured with five questions for you to answer and share with your friends by email, Facebook and Twitter. What’s in it for you? Well, good karma for one. And free products and other fantastic goodies. Plus for a few really lucky ladies, an even bigger reward that will definitely make rethinking worth your while.

Bare Escentuals will also be taking its message to the streets by dispatching Quickie Vans within select cities. Each van will feature a tagline (for instance, Rethink Going Bare In Public) to grab the attention of passers-by and pop up into a mini boutique with a team offering “make-unders” and samples. So stop by and "Rethink the quickie" for an impromptu make-under.

Head over to RethinkWhatMatters.com on January 22nd.

RETHINKWHATMATTERS.COM CONTEST
The Rethink Campaign Contest will run for nine weeks total, with the first set of Rethink questions going out on 1.22.10 (Week 1) and the last set of Rethink questions going out on 3.19.10 (Week 9). The contest will end on 3.26.10.

Every week there will be BE goodies for a lucky (randomly selected) group of people who answer the Rethink questions and share with their friends. At the end of nine weeks (3.26.10), one grand prize winner and two runner-ups will be drawn.

Week 1, starting 01/22
- Topic - Rethink Going Bare In Public
- Product Giveaway - Flawless Definition Mascara

Note: Weekly giveaway information will be updated every Thursday.

QUICKIE VAN

The quickie van will be operating five days a week in SF from 2.8.10-3.28.10; NYC from 4.5.10-5.2.10; Chicago from 5.10.10-6.6.10.
The van, branded with taglines like "Rethink Going Bare In Public," pops up into a mini boutique complete with a team offering make-unders, shade matching services and deluxe samples of bareMinerals 100% Natural Lipgloss, RareMinerals Purely Nourishing Moisturizer, bareMinerals Hydrating Mineral Veil, and other complexion products.
Bounceback cards will also be given away which offer women a free Handy Buki Brush ($20 Value) with any purchase of either a bareMinerals Original SPF 15 Foundation or MATTE SPF 15 Foundation - redeemable in SF from 2.8.10-4.30.10; NYC from 4.5.10-5.30.10; Chicago on 5.10.10-6.30.10.
In one of the cities? Follow the quickie van on Twitter to find out where it is in real-time and stop on by for an impromptu make-under!

MakeupByLaurenP.com Bare Escentuals Give-a-way!

After the new & improved MakeupByLaurenP.com has launched, be on the lookout for a Bare Escentuals give-a-way. The company is being kind enough to help me celebrate this exciting launch of their new campaign and my new website, by allowing me to give-a-way two (2) units of their bareMinerals Blush. This give-a-way will be happening in the next couple of weeks on makeupylaurenp.com, so remember to check back!

Please take part in the bareMinerals Contest at RETHINKWHATMATTERS.COM, and remember to check back and enter my give-a-way to win a bareMinerals Blush!

Website Update & Winner of my first Give-a-way!

2010-01-22T15:43:00.000-08:00

Website Update: As of Monday, MakeupByLaurenP.com will be temporarily down for maintenance. This is because I hired a group of great professionals to turn my blog into a full fledged beauty website! I cannot begin to tell you how excited I am for this. I was told by the company that I am working with that the whole process will only take about 3-4 days, and during this time, they will put up a "splash page" on MakeupByLaurenP.com. This means that if you log onto this website while it is being created, you might see a message like "This site is down for maintenance, but check back soon for the new and improved MakeupByLaurenP.com" The company should also be putting a countdown of when the new website will be completed as well. Do not fret, I am not going anywhere, and the url to my website will remain the same (http://www.makeupbylaurenp.com). Just keep an eye out this coming week, for the new website!

The Poll: I had a poll running on makeupbylaurenp.com for the past couple of months, and the results are in:

I asked my readers what they were itching to buy more of, and what a shocker:

We all want more makeup!
I will use the results of this poll in a focus on the new & improved MakeupByLaurenP.com, so be on the look-out for that!

Winner of the Give-a-way: Thank you to Carlo, from Skin MD Natural for offering a giveaway to the beautiful readers of MakeupByLaurenP.com.
One lucky reader is going to win a bottle of their amazing Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion! Please read my previous review here, to familiarize yourself with this moisturizing elixir!

The Prize Package Includes:

The prize is a full-sized bottle of Skin MD along with literature and about skincare. The prize kit also includes several sample packets of regular Skin MD Natural and their SPF15 version.

I randomly selected the winner of this give-a-way,using trusty ole' http://www.random.org

The winner of MakeupByLaurenP.com's first Give-A-Way is:
Entry number 5

Jo` of http://www.jomakemeblush.com!
I just emailed you asking for your shipping address, and you will have up to 48 hours to reply to my email before I must select another random winner! I hope you get back to me a.s.a.p!
Lets all congratulate Jo` on winning this lotion!

I cannot wait to see you guys join me on the NEW MakeupByLaurenP.com in a couple of days!

My First Give-A-Way! Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion [CLOSED!]

2010-01-16T21:44:00.000-08:00

It's time for my first Give-A-Way!

Thank you to Carlo, from Skin MD Natural for offering a giveaway to the beautiful readers of MakeupByLaurenP.com.
One lucky reader is going to win a bottle of their amazing Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion! Please read my previous review here, to familiarize yourself with this moisturizing elixir!

The Prize Package Includes:
The prize is a full-sized bottle of Skin MD along with literature and about skincare. The prize kit also includes several sample packets of regular Skin MD Natural and their SPF15 version.

How To Enter This Give-A-Way: (Must do all three!)

1. You must be a follower of my blog! Just a click to stay connected to future contests and give-a-ways =)
2. Comment on this post, and tell me why you are in need of Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion, and LEAVE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS! This is how you will be contacted if you win the lotion.

3. Write a blog post of your own, promoting my give-a-way. Be sure to enter the link in the Mr. Linky's Widget below. Please copy the direct link of where you mentioned my give-a-way, and not to your general blog.

Your blog entry could be as simple as:

" MakeupByLaurenP.com is giving one lucky person the chance to win a full-sized bottle of Skin MD Shielding Lotion along with literature about skincare. The prize kit also includes several sample packets of regular Skin MD Natural and their SPF15 version. To enter visit the blog here and get your entries in for a chance to win! "

Then your done! I will use random.org to choose one lucky winner!

This giveaway is open Internationally! So Spread the word!
This giveaway is open from Jan 17 - Jan 22, 2010
Please ensure your email is visible in your comment below
Winner will be contacted by email and have 48 hours to respond
Please check back on the post to see who is the winner
Prize will be shipped directly by the sponsor

Disclaimer: I was given a bottle of Skin MD for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Use your judgment when making a purchase.

Review: Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion

2010-01-16T21:27:00.000-08:00

Skin MD Natural is a shielding lotion, a very special type of lotion helping the skin restore its integrity, enhance its protective functions so that the skin is able to heal naturally and regain its youthful appearance.

Skin MD Natural works by bonding with cells of the skin's outermost layer to form what works as an invisible shield. This layer of protection prevents environmental irritants and pollutants from penetration the skin, while sealing in the skin's own natural oils and moisture, helping resolve the dry skin condition.

Thank you to Carlo at Skin MD Natural for sending me a bottle of their shielding lotion to test. The timing could not have been better! Winter has left my skin irritably dry, causing me to scratch myself daily. The dry and cold NYC Winter has left my arms and legs feeling like they are on fire! No matter what I have used in the past, nothing has been helping to relieve my dry, itchy skin.

I also developed a scab/bruise from an over-sized belt buckle that I wore once. For months, this would not go away. So when Carlo sent me his Package which included a full size of their Natural Shielding Lotion, I was excited to give it a try! I have to say, even by reading the literature he sent me, I was becoming impressed with what the company has to offer. An interesting feature about this lotion is that it is formulated to use on both face, hands, and body!

There are so many lotions available on the market, and believe me when I say I have tried many of them. Many of them say that help relieve dry itchy skin, but really add grease on top of an irritated area on my skin. There are also too many lotions out there that packed with fragrances and other additives that can irritate sensitive skin like mine.

I am happy to report that this lotion went on light, absorbed quickly and wasn't greasy. And, even better my bruising and scabbing was totally gone within 3 days of using this lotion, with absolutely no side effects! Since receiving my lotion from Skin MD I have been using it on my arms and legs as well, with fabulous results.

My Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars
Formula: Non greasy, oder-less, smooth, absorbed quickly = 5 stars
Amount: Four Ounces of a highly potent moisturizing lotion= 5 stars
Packaging: Simple, right size bottle for traveling= 5 Stars
Price: $18 (USD) for relief and peace of mind from the winter itches= 5 Stars

I am now feeling comfortable and more confident in my skin, from head-to-toe, and it is thanks to Skin MD Natural!

Sounds fabulous, doesn't it? If you suffer with dry, itchy skin as I did...you are going to want to get your hands on your own bottle of Skin MD! The people at Skin MD Natural want to give MakeupByLaurenP readers, a chance to win a bottle of this amazing lotion! My give-a-way is going on now, and you can enter it here.

Can't wait for the giveaway? Purchase your own bottle of Skin MD Natural for the price of $18.00 (US). In my opinion, this is a really great value, being that eighteen dollars gives you one or two months relief from the constant itching...and believe me, a little of this lotion goes a long way!

Thank you again Carlo, from Skin MD Natural for allowing me to try this great product!
Read more at http://www.skinmdnatural.com/index.html
Order this product here

Disclaimer: I was given a sample of Skin MD for my review and honest opinion. Opinions expressed are my own, yours may differ. Use your judgment when making a purchase.

M.I.A. isn't M.I.A. anymore!

2010-01-14T18:52:00.001-08:00

She's Baaackkk!
In case you haven't heard, my girl M.I.A. just put this video up on her Twitter and I wanted to share it with you guys!

In between pwning the internets by posting that MIA track yesterday (above) like one second after she Twitted it, we were on our investigative grind. We emailed MIA’s publicist, who got us the scoop: It’s a protest song against the New York Times, which printed a questionable bit on how Sri Lanka is now the best place to travel in 2010. Peep MIA’s Twitter for the full back story. “Space Odyssey” should be on her forthcoming album, which is set to drop this summer (potentially June). Get pumped.
According to MIA’s publicist:
It is called ‘Space Odyssey” produced by Rusko and M.I.A. The song and video were made Monday night for $100, after the New York Times, as she says: “fucked up so hard.”
Check her tweets – she obviously finds it reckless and ignorant of the paper to not even scratch their own walls on what is reality in Sri Lanka.

The Lucky Chinese Tag: Eminent Eights

2010-01-10T18:20:00.000-08:00

TAG!!! I'm it.
I was tagged by Syliva. Thanks hun.
8 Shows I love to watch:
1. The Office
2. Lopez Tonight
3. 30 Rock
4. SNL
5. The Jersey Shore
6. Keeping up with the Kardashians
7. The Girls Next Door
8. Good Eats
8 Favorite places to eat and drink:
1. Smiling Pizza
2. Cube 63
3. Mesa
4. Rachael's
5. Thai Tony's
6. Panchitos
7. S.O.B.'s
8. Red Lobster/ Bubba Gumps/ Dallas BBQ (had to include all of them lol)
8 things I look forward to:
1. Graduating with my masters degree in Early Childhood Education
2. Securing my teaching job
3. Taking my second career path in Makeup to a new level.
4. Learning how to drive, getting my permit, then license (only Brooklyn-nites take this long to do it!)
5. Visiting family in California
6. Paying off School loans completely!
7. Saving and getting my own place.
8. Travel, and experience exciting things that I never got to do before!
8 things that happened yesterday:
1. Woke up and washed up
2. Did a semesters worth of work (taking 2 classes during a 2 week winter session!)
3. Was visited by my aunt and uncle (my god parents) from New Jersey.
4. Read
5. Talked to my boyfriend on the phone
6. Made a mark. sale to my friend, met up with her and gave her her products
7. Went out to dinner with my parents
8. Went to sleep!
Things I love about winter:
1. Hot Cocoa
2. Egg Nog
3. Coquito
4. Spending time with loved ones
5. Snow Angels!
6. Break from School and Work
7. Christmas Music
8. Getting Full use out of my Ugg Boots!
8 things on my wish-list:
1. Buying the entire Twilight Series on Blu-ray (when it comes out)! I will not buy the DVD since I want to see every movie in the highest quality! To me, it's worth the wait!
2. My own place
3. A Car
4. A MAC Pro Laptop
5. Makeup
6. Re-design and launch of my new website (be on the lookout for it!)
7. Tickets to California to visit family
8. Tickets to Italy, Puerto Rico, and then Mexico =)
8 things I'm passionate about:
1. Makeup & anything beauty related
2. Early Childhood Education & Diversity in education
3. Photography
4. Music: finding new artists to love and seeing them in concert
5. God & Love
6. Family
7. Honesty
8. Acceptance
8 words/phrases I use often:
1. Hey
2. How are you
3. What are you doing today/tonight?
4. Wassup
5. Ok
6. Cool
7. LOL
8. Are you serious?! ::confused face:: lol
8 things I have learned from the past:
1. The most valuable thing you can give someone is your time...both of my late grandmothers taught me this (I can rest easy at night knowing I did the best I can for them, and I was always there).
2. "Think of giving not as a duty but as a privilege." -John D. Rockefeller
3. Family is everything.
4. I would rather have few real friends, then a bunch of fakes.
5. You can't change people, you can only have an effect on your own actions
6. The Truth Shall Set You Free (Adelphi's motto I believe?!)
7. Just because some one has a high Intelligence Quotient, does not mean they have Emotional Quotient (vise-verse)
8.Empathy is a mature and important quality to have.
8 places I would love to see/visit:
1. Italy (Again!) This time I want to get the chance to visit Frosinone, Italy --where my family comes from.
2. Puerto Rico (Another place that my family comes from, where I would love to visit!)
3. Las Vegas ( Just always wanted to go and party there!)
4. Mexico (Again: To visit my boyfriends family that I miss so much, and to visit where I made my Confirmation!)
5. Spain (To visit the province in Spain that is connected to my paternal grandmothers last name Segarra. We have our own Castles (there's more than one) and line of Absinthe! LOL)
6. Paris (one word...FASHION)
7. Tokyo (Technology, Fashion, Art, Food...the sites!)
8. London (Couple of artists I love are from there!)
8 things I currently want/need:
1. Long term, of more importance: My Masters degree in Early Childhood Education
2. My Drivers License
3. My own place
4. A job
5. Continually growth: personally, career wise, and spiritually
6. Time: To relax and enjoy the fruits of my labor...and to do makeup gigs!
7. Serious R & R
8. A healthy sleeping and eating schedule: Thanks grad school! ::ughh::
8 people I want to tag:
I want to here from all of you!!! I tag everyone reading this! Have fun & Good Luck!!!!

Real Quick Update!

2010-01-08T14:54:00.000-08:00

I just wanted to let you know why I have been so m.i.a....
This Monday, I began my Winter session of my graduate studies...and it ends a little over a week from now! So this weekend marks the mid-point of my winter semester. This means that I am doing all of the work for both of my classes this weekend! It's been kind of hard juggling being with my students during the day and then getting out of night classes at 10 P.M. almost everyday, but I am handling it! Do not fear, I will be back in action before you know it! I have a contest in the works right now, and I haven't decided if it will be mainly for you tube, or blogger--or both...but keep an eye out for it because it's going to be awesome! Okay, I am now getting back to work! Love ya and thanks for keeping up with me!

PS: I received the Twilight Series Box Set in Hardcover and already completed reading "Twilight"! I am in love with it! It's true what they say: SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE MOVIE! Of course the movie is still amazing, but their is much more amazing details that could never be fit into a two hour movie! After I am done with this book, I am beginning New Moon! I have until June to be done reading Eclipse before that movie comes out! I can't wait!
xoxo, MakeupByLaurenP

Pink & Purple Look using Jaguar Luxury Cosmetics

2009-12-31T13:08:00.000-08:00

Happy New Years Eve Everyone!
Click here for more information on Jaguar Luxury Cosmetics.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GO9vtWZh9Rs

Products Used:

T.F.S.I.

Painterly Paint Pot, M.A.C.

Sketch E/S, M.A.C.

Carbon E/S, M.A.C.

Pink Pigment, Jaguar Luxury Cosmetics

Purple Pigment, Jaguar Luxury Cosmetics

Jumbo Eye Shadow Pencil in Milk, N.Y.X.

Eyeliner in Blue #9, Korres

Felt Tip Eyeliner in Black, N.Y.X.

Gel Eyeliner in Black, Loreal H.I.P.

Clear Mascara and Brow Gel, Jane

Eyelash Curler, Revlon

Flawless Definition Mascara, Bare Minerals

Pics:

F.T.C. Disclaimer:

I did not receive any of these products for free, I bought them with my own money, I was not paid to create or make anything in this video, I am not affiliated with Jaguar Luxury Cosmetics, MAC, NYX, Bare Minerals, Jane or Electric Cosmetics. This video features my honest opinion, as always.

Introduction to my mark. Store

2009-12-28T18:16:00.000-08:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wx3VgG6aNNE

This video was made to give you a taste of what I have to offer as a mark. Representative. I love their products so much, that I started buying from my own online store! Stay tuned for my first haul pretty soon...

All of the following products that I am mentioning here, can be found at my mark. online store, http://www.lperciballi.mymarkstore.com

Haul:

Getting Started Handbook
15 "Magalogs"
Ultimate Holiday Guide
mark Skincare Booklet

Best of mark Kit (The kit itself is for Rep's Only, but the products can be purchased separately):

All pictures below belong to http://www.meetmark.com
mark Good Glowing Custom Pick Powder Blush, in After Glo

mark I-Mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow, in Nomadic

mark I-Mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow, in Tiki

mark Snap To It Mezzo Custom Color Palette

mark Go With The Pro Mini Brush Kit

mark Make It Big Lash Plumping Mascara

mark Dew Drenched Moisturlicious Lip Color, in Toffee

Mark Juice Gems, in Fig

Flip For It (Sydney):

No longer available

Please check out my mark. Online E-Boutique, at http://www.lperciballi.mymarkstore.com to find these great products!

FTC:
All of the following products were bought with my own money. I did not get paid to create this video. I am an Independent mark. Representative, with no other affiliations with this company. The comments made in this video are always honest, and ones of my own.

Gingergread Houses: Smells Like Tradtion To Me!

2009-12-24T06:44:00.000-08:00

Yesterday I came by my boyfriends house and baked a gingerbread house with my mother-in-law and madrina, Lidia. We both created the gingerbread mix together, then constructed our own houses. Lidia made a very cute gingerbread barn while I decided to create the forever traditional, small, but cute gingerbread cottage! I tried to be creative with my patterned roof of sweet-tarts and various candies around the cottage, while Lidia let me use some Pig shaped gummy candy she was using for her barn. I forgot to bake a door for my cottage, so I improvised with two pieces of Starburst and icing! The "L & L" stands for Lauren (me), and Luis-Enrique (my boyfriend). Creating Gingerbread houses is a tradition that I have been doing with my madrina before every Christmas, and it is something that I look forward to being that I feel like I don't get to spend as much time with her as I like to with my busy schedule. I can't wait until I graduate so that can all change! 'Tis the season to relax, and enjoy one anothers company! I hope you enjoy the heavy post of pictures to follow, and Have a Merry Christmas! *Sylvia of Eye of The Tiger Photography also created a great castle with our mama-in-law, which can be seen here.

Sale Alert: Twilight Beauty!

2009-12-23T18:33:00.000-08:00

I have already written a post mentioning Twilight Beauty and how much I wanted stuff from the collections here. I urge anyone who loves Beauty + Twilight to take advantage of this offer before time runs out!

I have already taken advantage of the offer myself! I just purchased the "Bella Beauty Set", pictured below:

I am so happy to be getting that--but so upset because I left my cart open, went to pick up some laundry, and by the time I came back--the "Volturi Beauty Set" was "Temporarily Sold Out"! =(

Once that baby is back from being sold out--I'm totally getting on that! Look at the colors...and the packaging...LOVE IT!

makeupbylaurenp.com is launching!

2009-12-23T11:10:00.000-08:00

UPDATE: I have began the transition to move my blog from

http://www.makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com

http://www.makeupbylaurenp.com

I have done everything on my end, but blogger has notified me that the full transition should take up to three days to fully be in affect.

**Please add my new url to your favorites or bookmarks!**

This should not change any of the content of my blog, and blogger should re-direct anyone from my old url to the new one.

**I will also be re-vamping the website shortly as well, so stay tuned for that!**

Christopher Drummond Beauty: How To Get "Flawless Skin"

2009-12-22T20:58:00.000-08:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKL9mq5zS8I

I was featured again on Christopher Drummond's You Tube Channel! It was a pleasant surprise to find myself in not only the Jennifer Lopez Inspired look that he created, but now this tutorial on how to achieve a flawless complexion. Again, I would like to say how appreciative I am to Chris for not only featuring me, but for his friendship and much advice he has given me! He is a licensed Esthetician and Makeup Artist with 13 years of experience. Please read my following post here, where I talk all about his amazing line Christopher Drummond Beauty, which includes many pictures from the video shoot as well.

Thanks again Chris!

Rest In Peace Brittany Murphy

2009-12-20T12:12:00.000-08:00

I cannot believe this...

Actress Brittany Murphy, who's breakout role was in the 1995 film "Clueless", past away early this morning after going into full cardiac arrest and could not be revived. She was 32 years old.

Read the following articles that confirm her passing for more information.
The Daily News
TMZ

My heart goes out to Brittany's husband and family during this hard time. From my understanding, Brittany had struggles with her weight in the past, and it would break my heart even more if those past health complications had anything to due with the circumstances of her passing. I truly loved her, and thought she was a funny and endearing actress. She was taken too soon from this world.

R.I.P. Brittany! How I remember my favorite, down to earth character from "Clueless":

I even found my original movie soundtrack cassette, wasn't she adorable then? Rest In Peace <3

Modeling for Christopher Drummond Beauty!

2009-12-19T10:01:00.000-08:00

I met my friend Christopher Drummond about a year ago at a Meet-Up which took place at the Pro Mac Store in N.Y.C. He is an amazing Makeup Artist who has his own line Christopher Drummond Beauty, which has been featured in numerous publications such as Elle Magazine. Fashion designer Jillian Lewis, a finalist on season four of ‘Project Runway’, debuted her chic Spring-Summer 2010 Collection at New York Fashion Week, and selected Christopher Drummond Beauty’s fresh-faced makeup approach to go along with her fresh new collection. I have been given the opportunity and privilege to be a model for a Jennifer Lopez inspired look he wanted to create. [picture-heavy]

The Inspiration Photo Chris used for my look:

Jennifer Lopez at the "This Is It" Premier

What Christopher Drummond Beauty is all about!

Christopher Drummond created luxurious makeup for those who desire 100% natural, organic-based cosmetic products that are the highest cosmetic-grade quality. Our products are made exclusively from healthy ingredients and contain natural antioxidants, such as Acai, green tea, calming botanicals, balancing essential oils, and anti-inflammatory soy isoflavones, which help firm your skin while protecting it against sun damage.

Our skincare line does not contain titanium dioxide or bismuth oxychloride, two known irritants.

I went to his studio, where he films all of his You Tube videos. Chris was so sweet to answer some of my beauty questions, and will be sending me some products from his line to try out as well! I will definitely be doing an honest review on the products soon!

Here is all of the footage from my day as a model for Christopher Drummond Beauty! Please check out Christopher Drummonds work and line at: http://www.christopherdrummond.com

Chris's video from his You Tube Channel, featuring me!

Jennifer Lopez Inspired Smoky Eye

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXDGDyYddag

The video that I created, which is also posted on my channel:
Backstage Footage from the Christopher Drummond Beauty video shoot:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYnBDLXMKKM

Here are some shots that were taken during my shoot:

Again, please check out Christopher Drummond Beauty! The products felt amazing, because they are truly all natural and healthy!

Event: Shervon's 25th Birthday Party

2009-12-15T20:35:00.000-08:00

As I mentioned in a previous post, I was hired by my friend Shervon to glam her up for her 25th Birthday Party! Shervon is a natural beauty, who normally does not wear that much makeup. After discussing her color preference and outfit choice, we both agreed that a nice golden look would make her eyes pop with the gorgeous black laced dress she would be wearing. For her look, she asked that I did not apply anything to her lips, since she would be going out to eat right after our makeup session, and would be using her own lipstick. I packed my bag for this event very similarly to my first event Chloe's Princess Themed Birthday Party, minus all of the glitter.
That post can be found here:
http://makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com/2009/12/princess-themed-birthday-party-by.html

Below are pictures of me doing Shervon's makeup, I hope you enjoy! [picture-heavy]

Before:

During:

And After!--A Happy Customer!! The look she had on her face when she said "Oh my God!" made my day =)

Shervon then completed her Diva look for the evening by slipping into her birthday dress..and some killer heels...way to make me look even shorter Shervon! It's okay, because it was her night to shine!

Contact me if your in the N.Y.C. area for your next event!

Update: mark. Preview & another gig!

2009-12-11T14:44:00.000-08:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xT-a2lad2_4

Today is a busy day for me! First, I got up early to pack my makeup bag for another gig I have tonight. I am going to be doing my friend Shervon's makeup for her 25th birthday! After I packed the bag, I was about to leave the house when a big mark. order came in! I had to then stop and try on the dresses I bought, and I must say that I am in loooove them! After that, I ran to get my hair cut, and make a last min. errand before I came back to finish getting ready. I just filmed this quick update for you guys, then I am leaving for the makeup gig! Hopefully when I finish doing Shervon's makeup, I will make it back in time to meet up with my parents and Enrique for a little get together in my building. Manana? Doing my last assignment for the semester! It's due Tuesday! Wish me luck! Good luck to any of you guys who have final papers or projects!

Until then,

F.T.C. Disclosure:

I did not receive the following products mentioned from the mark. brand, or from Avon for free. I am speaking from experience on the clothes that I am talking about in this video. "I recognize that I am an Independent mark. Representative, and have no power or authority to incur and debt, obligation, or liability, or make promise or contract on behalf of mark or Avon." I am not getting paid to create this video.

*The following quote was from the Mark Independent Sales Representative Contract Terms and Conditions.

Three New Awards...

2009-12-09T22:15:00.000-08:00

The "I Frequently Read Your Blog" Award, The "I Love Your Blog" Award, & A second "I Love Your Blog" Award

I have been awarded with The "I Frequently Read Your Blog" Award and the "I Love Your Blog" Award, by my blogger friend, GeekyMacBoy--thanks so much! I did not expect this, and I really appreciate it! I was then awarded the third award, another "I Love Your Blog" Award by Photography by me. Thank you! Now comes the hard part, having to choose only a few blogs out of the many talented people that I follow. Since I kind of went over-board with picking over 20 people for the last award, I will try my best to only stick to 15. Please do not get offended if you didn't get chosen this time around, there will be more awards circulating I'm sure! I want to thank the following people for being talented, original, and creative! Following what GMB said, "To the people that I am awarded, consider yourself nominated for all three of these awards!" Of course, you are not obligated to accept all three if you do not wish to do so, just know that I thought of you!

Rules:

Post the award on your blog together with the name of the person who has given you the award, and his or her blog link. Pass the award to 15 other blogs that you've newly discovered. Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for this award :)

I nominate the following people for all three awards:

Shop at my mark. E-boutique!

2009-12-07T10:12:00.000-08:00

Please check out my mark. E-boutique at http://lperciballi.mymarkstore.com/
I recently signed up to become a mark. Representative. This is a great idea for your one-stop-and-shop for the holidays! You can definitely find something here for all the special women in your life: your mother, sister, girlfriend, wife...guys do you hear me?! There are also many specials going on through my mark. E-boutique, such as

Free shimmery gold-toned hoop earrings with any $15 fragrance purchase
Shop with me and get free shipping with your $25 order: enter promo code MARKFS25 at checkout

All About mark.

"mark is an edited collection of the latest on trend products that have broad appeal AND deliver the unexpected "find". Like a boutique!
mark was developed to celebrate the mark that young women are making in the world today. The foundation of our brand is the philosophy of social beauty- the idea that women love to be social and want to be beautiful. The embodiment of social beauty is the mark Rep, because mark isn't just about products you can buy, but also products you can share."

mark Reps share products in the following ways:
1. Personal Online Stores
Friends, family and coworkers can shop their favorite Representative's store online. Products are shipped straight to them- it couldn't be any easier.
2. Host mark parties
With the mark Party Selling Kit, mark Reps have everything they need to have a successful and fun mark party,while having fun with their friends at the same time.
3. Make a difference with fund-raising
Forget washing cars and selling wrapping paper, mark Representatives offer on- trend products that everyone wants and can afford, so they sell themselves and are great for any organization that is in need of some extra cash.

Check out these steals!

Click on my badge to visit my "e-boutique"!

Please contact me if you are interested in anything, and Happy Shopping!

Event: Princess Themed Birthday Party!

2009-12-04T07:25:00.000-08:00

I was recently hired to do a "Princess Themed Birthday Party" for a super-cool seven year old named Chloe. She saw my work online and told her mom "I want to look like her!" How sweet! After a conversation with her mother, MissGSketches, we decided that funky eye shadows, lip color, some blush, and glitter would make Chloe and her fellow diva's rock. I packed my makeup bag to the brim with everything I could possibly need to make Chloe's day special. Here is my you tube video on what I packed in the bag for this event, and pictures as well.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIveX0jivCs

What I packed in the makeup bag for Chloe's Princess Themed 7th Birthday: [photo-heavy]

The Makeup bag that I used...

Clockwise (All from Coastal Scents): 88 Shimmer Palette, 88 Warm Palette, 88 Matte Palette, 28 Neutral Palette

T2B: 10 Piece Blush Palette, and 32 Lip Palette

Two Faced Shadow Insurance, and Facial Blotting Tissues from The Body Shop

Some Ben Nye Colors & Pencils

Gold Glitter Sample from Coastal Scents (In a Bare Minerals Container), & Silver Glitter from Mandee.

Sponge wedges, Spatulas, Double-sided eye-shadow applicators, and lip applicators.

A beading container which I turned into a palette: Each girl got her own compartment where I kept the applicators that were being used on her at the time, so that I would not get confused and so that nothing would be contaminated. The larger compartment was used to mix the glitter with mixing medium.

Renior Brush Cleaner, Spray Bottle of water, spray bottle of Alcohol, Estee Lauder makeup remover, Eye wash, Visine eye drops, 100% Glycerin.

Cetaphil Facial Cleanser, Cetaphil Face Lotion, Baby Wipes, Tissue, Cotton Rounds, Q-tips, Regular mirror, and compact mirror.

My Coastal Scents 13 piece brush set, with three other of my own brushes.

The pictures of MakeupByLaurenP in action!

Four of the five "Divas" Pre-Princess Make-over! The birthday girl is to the far left =)

My set-up!

Diva #1: The Birthday Girl, in all her Glory!

Diva #2

Diva #3

Diva #4

Diva#5

Everyone loved their Princess Make-over!

I am elated that Gabby thought of me for her daughters birthday party, and I enjoyed being a part of making Chloe's day--it was fulfilling just to see her and her friends delighted faces when I completed there pampering!

My Questions To You:

Do you live in N.Y.C.?
Do you have a daughter, or know someone with one that would like to have a birthday party similar to this one?

Then contact me! I have very reasonable rates! I also do all types of occasions.

You can contact me by emailing me here: makeupbylaurenp@aol.com

MakeupByLaurenP is a "Latina Blogger"

2009-12-01T11:13:00.000-08:00

A BIG Thank You to Monique for adding me to your database as a Latina Blogger! I read your about me section, and I love it!

Monique's About Me:

"BLOGS BY LATINAS" is a one stop directory of Latina bloggers. Created by a Latina blogger, who couldn't find other Latina bloggers. She thought..."Oh, what could I do to bring us all together?" Lightbulb!!

Check out Monique's Blogs!

Latina News

Blogs By Latinas

Urbanista

I think it is so great that you took an initiative to create a website just dedicated for latina women to come together and network and enjoy each others blogs.

This is the link of the post where she added me to the network!
http://www.blogsbylatinas.com/2009/11/makeup-by-lauren-p.html

[click on pictures to enlarge them]

Screen-shot of the "Blogs By Latinas" homepage.

A screen-shot of the blog post that Monique wrote about me.

Screen-shot of Monique announcing on Twitter that she added MakeupByLaurenP!

MakeupByLaurenP is now a...

Until next time! http://www.youtube.com/makeupbylaurenp

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

2009-11-26T10:28:00.000-08:00

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! What are you thankful for? I'm thankful for my loving parents, wonderful boyfriend, great friends, and loved ones who are no longer with us, but have left a huge impact on my life...honor the people you love the most--not just today--everyday!

xoxox,

Coo-coo for "New Moon"!

2009-11-24T16:46:00.000-08:00

Did anyone else see "New Moon" yet? I did and it was even better than "Twilight"! I saw it the day it opened with my boyfriend and even though this movie isn't normally his cup of tea, he admits that it was a good movie! Our favorite parts? Mine had to be the ending, HANDS DOWN! Can we say cliff-hanger?! At least for me since I have not read the series yet. My boyfriend appreciated the fight scenes, especially the ones including the wolves. He is Team Jacob and I am Team Edward, which I knew was going to happen!

Some cool Robert Pattinson trivia:

Me and him were both born within the same month and year! May, 1986.

To the Robert Pattinson & Twilight haters, especially those who say Harry Potter is better than Twlight: Robert was in Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire (2005), as Cedric Diggory! I guess you can't hate him that much right?!

I am not anti-Harry Potter, I just think Twilight is way better!

Pictures from me & Enrique's "New Moon" Date: [Photo heavy, with good reason] ;)

This is my "New Moon" Look: Should I do a tutorial on it?

Enrique bought me a "New Moon" movie poster at the merchandise table outside of the theater.

http://www.stepheniemeyer.com/

We then ate some amazing sushi, which was half off! I believe there was some special going on that night...

So in the midst of doing some work today, I was browsing around on Stephenie Meyer's website and came across this:

A Twilight Fan/Dork's dream! Especially for people like me who need to start reading the books. I promise myself that I will make time to do so when I am not so tied down with Graduate School!

What I really want!

http://www.stepheniemeyer.com/twilightseries.html

I might just go to my local library if I don't get a chance to buy them in the meantime!

My questions to you!

What did you think of New Moon? What was your favorite part?
Should I do a tutorial for my New Moon Look?
Are you Team Edward or Team Jacob? Did this change after seeing New Moon?
Do you know of any cool Twilight fan/merch. sites that we should know about?

Leave your answers below! I am so interested to hear your thoughts!

Victoria's Secret Eye Look in "Knowing"

2009-11-22T16:59:00.000-08:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCIKzY6NFQI

This is the first video that I have made with my new intro. Do you like it? Then check out Joel's channel here on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/introchamp and email him at videointros@gmail.com for very reasonable rates!

Noticed something different about me? I went for the big chop! What do you think of the haircut?

This tutorial is the second Victoria's Secret one that I have done which is part of a series of five looks that I will do with these quads. This is a very easy look using the quad "Knowing".

Products Used:

BRUSHES:
Coastal Scents crease/chisel fluff brush
MAC 242
MAC 224
MAC 228
MAC 266
MAC 188

FACE:
Bare Minerals Face Kit in Medium
MAC Lilicent Creme Blush
MAC Mineralized Skin Finish in Soft & Gentle

EYES:
Maybelline Define-a-Brow Pencil in Medium Brown
MAC Painterly Paint Pot
Victoria's Secret Quad in "Knowing"
Loreal HIP cream eyeliner in Midnight Blue 956
Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Mascara

LIPS:
MAC Cremestick Pearl Liner in Gingerroot
MAC Myth Lipstick
MAC C-thru Lip glass

I hope you enjoyed it!

Repost-N.O.T.D. "Lady Godiva",by Essie

2009-11-22T16:55:00.000-08:00

My N.O.T.D. is "Lady Godiva", by Essie.
This was originally posted on 11/13/09.

These pictures were taken with my BB Tour, which I used the focus and a flash.

I actually like the outcome of the Blackberry camera, as it still uses the flash, but represents the true nail color!

And here is a a close-up on my nails:

You will see this color being featured in an upcoming "Nail Experiment" that I am doing, and a haul as well. So be on the look out for that! I absolutely love this color, because it is a true deep, chocolate brown color that looks great with my skin tone! I find it interesting that a nail polish color can look one way in the bottle, and a totally different way on everyone else depending on your skin tone. The other day I was wearing another Essie nail polish, and a friend of mine told she couldn't believe I was wearing that particular color because it looks completely different on her!

I just wanted to share this color with you guys if you haven't already heard of it, because it will be my go to color for this Fall and Winter season!

Upcoming Nail related posts:

Haul on Various Nail Products

My new type of manicure, The Nail Experiment: Does it work?

http://www.youtube.com/makeupbylaurenp

Twilight: The Saga Continues...

2009-11-19T13:14:00.000-08:00

Is anyone else excited about "New Moon" coming out today? I know I am! I must admit, a while back, you wouldn't have heard me say this. I actually do not like giving into the "hype" when music, movies, etc.--comes out. For some reason, when I see everyone going crazy about something to this nature, I actually wait a while to see what I think of it. Case in point I love many artists who are mainstream, but most of the artists that I listen to are well known, but have not yet blown up into MAINSTREAM SUPER-STARDOM.

I have a interest in vampires and things of this nature, having been into Ann Rice novels when I was younger. Finally, I gave into my curiosity and I watched the movie Twilight last night, which is the first installment of the Stephenie Meyers saga. I actually LOVED it! I have heard mixed reviews on this movie. Of course, I hear many "teeny-boppers" going coo coo for cocoa puffs over the two main men in this movie, Edward Cullen and Jacob Black , played by Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner, respectively. I have also read reviews where people bashed the movie for being to mainstream and not sticking exactly to the book. I have not yet read the books, so I cannot vouch for that. What are your thoughts?

What I know is this: I am truly intrigued by the story between The Cullens, The Wolf Pack, and The Volturi, and I cannot wait to see "New Moon" this weekend! I am also planning on reading the books as well and catching up to the awesomeness that I have been missing out on.

Are you a Twilight fan as well? Here are some websites that I have found out about that you might like to check out if you haven't done so already:

Stephanie Meyer's Official Twilight Website: http://www.stepheniemeyer.com/twilight.html
The Official Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/twilight
The Official You Tube channel for the movie: http://www.youtube.com/officialtwilightfilm
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/twilight?ref=ts
Twitter: http://twitter.com/twilight
Official Merchandise: http://shop.cafepress.com/twilight
The "Team Edward" & "Team Jacob" Bottles! Which team are you on?! : http://www.newmoonbottles.com/
The Twilight Convention! http://www.creationent.com/twilight/

And even more exciting:
Twilight Beauty Products! : http://twilightbeauty.com/

"Luna Twilight"

"Volturi Twilight"

I also found out about this website from a fellow Twilight fanatic & You Tube Guru, WuBearKitten.
She recently made a video talking about this etsy site that creates Twilight themed Jewelry & accessories! How cute is that?! You can find that website here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/heavyeyeliner

I know that this is just me giving into the marketing strategies of making even more money for Twilight--but I don't care! The products look pretty sweet!

My questions to you:

Are you a Twilight Fan?
Are you Team Edward of Team Jacob?
What/Who are you most excited about seeing in "New Moon"?
What are your thoughts on the Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, & Breaking Dawn books? I have not read the series yet!

I have been awarded the "One Lovely Blog" Award!

2009-11-12T11:49:00.000-08:00

This is my first blog award, and I couldn't be happier! MissVendella gave me this award with fourteen other bloggers-- and that was so sweet of her! Thanks so much hun!

MissVendella's Blog

The rules of this award are:
To accept this award: Post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award, and his or her blog link. Pass the award to 15 other blogs that you’ve newly discovered. Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for this award.

Being super busy with grad school has kept me from having the chance to sit down and write to all of these people to let them know how much I love their blog! I am sorry for that, and maybe you can accept this award as a token of my appreciation: Thank you for you being you!

Everyone needs to check out these blogs and follow them if you haven't done so already, because they are something fierce, and indeed "Lovely"!

I Award:

Latino Pride, and Married To a Mexican (Both the same person)

Lepooke

Cooking Macro The Italiano Way

Ezziebell Jewlery

Divashop

The Secrets In The Sauce
Vegas Diamond
BEAUTY MARXED
Musings Of A City Girl

I had to extend the honor to the following peoplewho were sweet enough to leave me great, thoughful comments! These people are lovely as well!

EVERYDAY MAKEUP with Becky
Loud&Proud MoNeeka
RW @ True Beauty
Marit
Geeky Mac Boy
Monique aka Surferwife23
Country Mouse, City Mouse
Joy
Externally Fixated
Mylanqolia
Twincerely Olga

And right back to MissVendella herself! (I know that she is the one that gave me this award, but she deserves it a second time around!)

P.S.: You only have to award 15!! I just love & appreciate a lot of blogs =) I know I probably did not get everyone I feel deserves an award this time around, but I will probably create a part two to this award sometime in the future!

The Unveiling of my Intro Video!

2009-11-09T19:44:00.000-08:00

I have been itching to finally be able to announce this! I had an intro professionally made to go a long with my new You Tube page! And here it is!

The person name that created my intro is Joel, and his you tube is: http://www.youtube.com/introchamp
He is truly great! I want to take this time to thank Joel for his talent, and for being so great at listening to what I wanted in my intro video!

If you or some one you know is in the market for an intro video, please do not hesitate to use Joel! He is very professional, and has some really great rates! Want a discount? Then just subscribe to him before you inquire about having an intro made, and you will automatically have a discount!

I have been waiting to receive my intro before I post any new videos, and I am so happy I did--it was well worth it!

If you have any questions about the process, email Joel @ videointros@gmail.com
Do you like my intro video? Leave your feedback down below!

Thanks again Joel!

http://www.youtube.com/makeupbylaurenp

I am a FABB Approved Blogger!

2009-11-04T13:09:00.000-08:00

What a pleasant surprise and honor! I have been chosen as an "Approved Blogger" on the FABB Network. The FABB Network stands for Fashion And Beauty Bloggers, and it is a great network for lovers of fashion and beauty to come together and talk about the things they love most--Fashion & Beauty! The FABB Network is a page that was created on Ning by Gloria, A.K.A. DivaShop. You should really check her out! This is what she writes on the home page about the network:

Membership to this site is open to any fashion & beauty blogger, fashion & beauty blogger fan, and/or fashion & beauty fan. This will allow bloggers & their readers to interact together. However, only approved bloggers will see their blog posts in the network feed & only approved bloggers will be able to join the private FABBloggers Group. Only family-friendly blogs will be approved. You can be approved in one of 3 ways. 1) You can fill out the application. 2) You can join & link your blog on your profile page & I'll find it & decide whether or not to approve it. 3) I'll discover your blog & invite you.

Note to Newly Approved Bloggers: It may take awhile for your posts to show up in the network feed shown below. Also, please put the special Approved Blogger FABB badge on your blog (you can get codes in the private group for approved bloggers) so other FABBloggers can discover this network. Thanks!

I received the email last night from Gloria that I have been approved, and it is especially even better news to hear while I feel ill. This is keeping my spirits up!

Click the picture below to see a screen shot of the FABB Network homepage where I am being mentioned along with two other newly approved bloggers! I circled my name in white, and wrote a small message! =)

This a copy of the badge that only approved bloggers get to use on their blog site:

Aren't I such a fabulous blogger?! Yes I am! LOL J.K.

Again, thank you so much Gloria for adding me to the list of elite fashion and beauty bloggers, it means a lot to me!

The FABB Network: http://fabbloggers.ning.com/
The Creator of the FABB Network, Gloria, A.K.A. DivaShop's blog: http://www.divashopblog.com/

Happy Halloween 2009!

2009-11-01T09:42:00.000-08:00

I hope everyone had a happy and safe Halloween! These are just some of the pictures from a Pre-Halloween house party that my friends threw, as well as hanging out at the Brooklyn Halloween Parade on Halloween. This parade is so much better than the one in the city! For the Pre- Halloween Bash, I did my own makeup as the Dead Nurse, My boyfriend as the Dead Doctor, and My friend Liz as a KISS member! On the day of Halloween I did both mine and my boyfriends again, as well as transforming my father into the werewolf!

The Halloween Cast:
Me: A Dead Nurse!
My boyfriend Enrique: A Dead Doctor!
My father Lou: A Werewolf!
My friend Liz: At the house party she was a KISS member, on Halloween she was a Yankee fan!
I also happened to be dog sitting the cutest, most adorable Shi ztu ever--Noodles! Her owners sent her with a little bat head band to wear which was super cute!

Onto the pictures!

Enrique, Myself, and Liz before heading out to the Pre-Halloween Bash!

Me with Noodles!

With some friends at the party.

Liz, Myself, and Rita.

Me & Rita will miss Liz when she leaves us for Colorado!

We have to visit her!

The Mario Brother's Sandwich!

Myself and Liz (being evil, lol)

My reaction to her (ahhh!)

More pics from the house party...

<3 this one =)

These are fromthe next day, on Halloween...Noodles was a cute little bat! (Her owners also sent her with a Von Dutch sweater! LOL

Cutie Patootie!

Dead Nurse and Dead Doctor...

It was just a case of "Mal Practice"!

My eye makeup (eyes closed)

My eye makeup (eyes open)

Baby Pumkin making friend with Noodles!

Enrique chatting with Noodles!

My favroite teacher from junior high: My photograghy teahcer Joe Zarba acting silly with my pops!

It was great seeing him, I have to post photos from our trip to Italy (in 2000) soon!

Warewolf ordering some great Italian food after the parade.

We met Oscar the Grouch! Such a cool costume!

These kids were super cute and stopped to talk to my dad.

They were fascinated by my makeup skills!

scary!

<333

That wine was good!

Me and my good friend Liz, who changed from being a KISS member to a Yankee fan! haha

All of us: Liz, Me, My father, My Mother, My Boyfriend, and Noodles (drinking water underneath the table) =D

I hope you enjoyed these picture, and that your Halloween was awesome!

There is nothing like spending Halloween with close family & friends!

I went for the BIG Chop!

2009-10-24T18:55:00.000-07:00

Today I went to my hair dresser and finally mustered up the courage to do what I have been longing to do for a long time: get a short hair cut! My hair dresser Jennifer and her mother Yolanda (owner of the salon), will be the first to admit that I have extreme anxiety when it comes to cutting my hair. I am totally my own worst enemy when it comes to this. In the past, every time I came into the salon and mentioned that I wanted to cut my hair, the mother-daughter duo would react by trying to convince me to take the plunge and have the "big chop" done right then and their, or they would just say that they didn't believe I would get it done!

The real source of my anxiety to chopping my hair stems from the fact that both my father and my boyfriend love my long hair and have always voiced their opposition towards me cutting my hair short! Even as I look at them laughing many times as they pester me, I know that deep down inside--for two different reasons), my father and boyfriend probably don't ever want me to cut my hair short. I believe my father associates my long hair to the good ole' days when I was young and I was his "baby". My boyfriend on the other hand has just always been a fan of long hair and use to think that by me cutting my hair shorter, I would some how be erasing a little femininity from myself. Boy was he ever wrong!

I asked my hair dresser some questions while drinking a cold sangria. I told her about some "hair myths" that I have read in magazines, and I asked for her input on it. She also explained the cut she gave me, why it is the "best cut for me", and how to maintain it and properly blow dry it.

The type of cut I asked for was something significantly shorter, but easy to manage. I told Jen that I am working with kids all day in a school as well as taking evening graduate courses, so I stressed the need for a hair cut that would be easy to maintain. I also mentioned to Jen that I am in DIRE need of a CHANGE! I knew it was NOW OR NEVER! Jen cut my hair to my collarbone, which she said is a great length and very versatile to be styled many different ways. By having hair cut at the color bone, it can give some one a sexy, and funky look! She also cut many different layers into my hair. She did so because having layers will actually make it easier for me to style my hair in the morning because of the type of texture that I have. She also showed me how to properly blow out this type of hair cut. She flipped my hair in front my face, and blew separate sections in this direction. By doing so, this is not only adding volume to the hair, and keeps this style modern and fresh, instead of matronly.

These are some examples of celebrity hair styles that have their hair cut at the collarbone (The "Collar-bob" Cut!):

Anna Sophia Robb

Jessica Biel

Some pics of me before the big chop (click on photo to enlarge it):

And after!

The verdict? My father absolutely loves it (and realizes that I will always be his "baby" no matter what age I am), and my boyfriend thinks it is probably the best decision that I have ever made pertaining to my hair. My mother always supported my decision to do this because she rocks a short hair cut herself and understands the versatility and options it can give a woman.

Let me know what you think! And are in the same boat as I was? Wanting to go for the big chop, but really nervous? Post your feelings below! My advice--go for it! It's just hair, and it will grow back! Have fun with it, and you will not regret it!

Point Pleasant Beach, N.J. Blooms in the Fall

2009-10-12T20:23:00.000-07:00

I went to Point Pleasant Beach, N.J. with my parents and boyfriend to visit family, and I got some beautiful photos! After recently bumping into my old photography teacher from junior high, I remembered how much of a passion I had for taking photos of Flowers, and other things in nature. When I was in the 8th grade, my photography teacher took all of the Photo majors on a trip to Italy! We were based in Florence, but we also visited: Sienna, Luca, Venice, Pisa, etc. Everyday for about two weeks, we traveled by bus from Florence, to a different area and took some breath taking shots! When we came back to the states, our photos were on display in New Century Artists Gallery in N.Y.C.! Two of my photos were even sold for $200.00 a pop! Of course the money went back to the amazing photography program for our dark room and supplies which is fine with me =) I have a plethora of negatives, slides, and photographs from my trip to Italy in 2000, and when I am able to scan everything, there will be a HUGE blog post of the beautiful landscapes, art, and culture that I captured! Italy is truly amazing, and I was honored to visit where my family came from many years ago!

So, onto the photos that were taken on Sunday, September 27th, 2009 in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey: (Please note that all pictures that appear below are owned and under copyright of Lauren Perciballi, and may not be used or taken without permission.) If anyone is interested in buying prints of any of these pictures, send all inquiries to makeupbylaurenp@aol.com

Tag: 10 Questions About MakeupByLaurenP!

2009-10-06T08:02:00.000-07:00

I was tagged to do this by http://www.youtube.com/beautymarxed
Thanks for tagging me hun and I hoped you like my video response!

The 10 Question Tag:
1. How did you come up with your user name?
2. What would you do with a million dollars?
3. When are you the happiest?
4. What is a favorite thing about yourself?
5. What is your most embarrassing moment?
6. Who did you last take a picture with?
7. What is your dream job?
8. What is your dream car?
9. Name one item you can't live without.
10. Name one lesson in life you have learned.

I tag: Everyone who is watching this video, and has not yet done this tag! YOUR IT! LOL

Post your response below this video!!

Updates: New Channel + Possible blog sale & contest = New Beginnings!

2009-09-28T10:42:00.000-07:00

For the sake of keeping everything under the "Makeup By Lauren P" name, I have created a new You Tube channel, appropriately named http://www.youtube.com/makeupbylaurenp

I'll admit I was a little apprehensive at first, being that I have worked so passionately towards what I have created on my current you tube page (http://www.youtube.com/LAURENN0XO), and I did not want to just delete all of the memories, and friends that I have made on that channel!

But I have created a video telling people that I will be moving to Makeup By Lauren P, and I hope to see all of my friends follow me to this new channel before I delete LAURENN0XO for GOOD!

Don't fret, if there are videos of mine from LAURENN0XO that you enjoyed, you will most likey find them at the new channel. I am uploading old videos as we speak, and I will organize them appropriatley in playlists so that you will know which ones are old videos, and which ones are newer.

I also plan on selling some of my things (DVD sets, makeup bags, accessories, etc) and will post a video about that sometime soon.

I also plan on throwing another contest, for my new channel! So I hope to see you on my new & improved page, MakeupByLaurenP!

Featured Blog: "Married To A Mexican"

2009-09-24T17:59:00.000-07:00

From time to time, I plan on featuring a blog or website that strikes me as something inspirational, artistic, interesting or different. Recently, Tina from http://www.marriedtoamexian.com, was kind enough to contact me and feature me on her blog "Proud To Be Latino", at http://proudtobealatino.blogspot.com/. Tina encompasses all of the previous traits. As she states in her "About Me" section on Married To A Mexican:

My biggest goal in life right now is to raise excellent children that understand the importance of hard work, education, service and love for God. Several years ago I set my own hopes and personal dreams aside to stay home and raise my children. I have to say it was one of the hardest things I ever did. Nevertheless, I have no doubt that it was the right thing to do. As I see my kids growing and turning out to be more then I ever expected, I need to remember that God has blessed me so much, and to him I will always indebted.

On her website, marriedtoamexican.com, she showcases her cooking skills and teaches us how to make some delectable Mexican dishes! Tina's step-by-step tutorials are thorough, and consice. She tells us everything we need to know to cook these dishes--right from the grocery shopping list, to the finishing touches! Her passion for food and helping others truly shines through, which is shown by her helpful advice, and willingness to reply to her viewers questions and comments. But one might wonder, where did she get her start? While me and her were sharing our love for makeup with each other, she had this to say:

Before I became a stay at home mommy, I was an advocate trainer for Sebastian Internationals cosmetic line Trucco. I loved the traveling and teaching the latest looks, but motherhood was calling and my kiddies needed their mommy at home. Now the kids are in school all day and I recently took a job as a personal chef which is my other love and the way you came to know me.

One of her blogs titled "Latino Pride",spotlights Latino people who have given back to their community somehow, and display a talent in the arts. Past featured people include the organization R. Evolucion Latina, youth activist and college student Marisol Becerra, and Natalia Maribojoc, a amazing 13 year old singer. I am absolutely honored that Tina even reached out to me and considered adding me to the list of these amazing people. Please read about them on her blog! Tina reminds me of myself in a way. From what I have learned about her by being a long time subscriber and viewer of her, is that she is a woman with many interests and talents. She will not be placed in a "cookie cutter" of what she should be. She makes time for all her passions: Cooking, Makeup, Blogging, but most of all Family & God. I admire her for that!

Please read more about Tina and what she does on her following webistes:

Tina's main website: http://www.marriedtoamexican.com
Her blog: http://www.marriedtoamexicanblog.blogspot.com/
Her cooking blog: http://www.cookingwithmarriedtoamexican.blogspot.com/
Latino Pride (A blog about Latino's, where I am featured): http://proudtobealatino.blogspot.com/
The Link to the post Tina wrote on me: http://proudtobealatino.blogspot.com/2009/09/vote-for-lauren-perciballi-new-face-for.html
A new blog she is co-writing with her girlfriends: http://mommiesgowild.blogspot.com/

Thanks so much again Tina!

Please vote for Lauren as one of the new faces of e.l.f. cosmetics!

2009-09-17T09:04:00.000-07:00

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e.l.f. cosmetics is throwing a model search/contest to find their new models for the campaign, "beauty at all ages". They will be selecting four models from different age ranges and having a photo shoot with them in NYC. These four photos will then be posted on their website, where everyone will choose the grand prize winner!

All of the prizes sound exciting, but what excites me more is the chance to represent a great company and the products that they create. Please help me by clicking this link, and voting for me!

You can vote once daily, for only one model! So please let it be me! I would deeply appreciate it!

My personal statement: (Because of word count restrictions, I had to cut this down for their website, but this is the longer version of it)

I believe that I would be the perfect female model to represent e.l.f. in the year 2010 because I have a deep passion for beauty products and I understand how to sell them. I am a beauty blogger, model, and graduate school student who is an avid customer of your company and appreciates the quality of e.l.f.’s products. I believe that I posses a “natural and ethnic” look that would enhance your company’s products. My mixed heritages of Italian, Puerto Rican, and Colombian will only help flourish e.l.f.’s vision of beauty for every type of woman. Combine that with my knowledge and passion that I have in your company, photography, and beauty products in general, I believe that I am a great asset as the next face of e.l.f. cosmetics.

Here is the link to my page! http://www.exploremodeling.com/Contest/Faceof_ELF_2010/10926/Lauren_Perciballi.aspx

What I have been up to! Please watch the full video!

2009-09-17T08:54:00.000-07:00

I would appreciate it if you guys would follow me on my blog, since that will be taking the place of my you tube temporarily until I get my computer 100% up & running again! And while your on my blog, please take my poll that I have running now on which beauty products you prefer!

To stay connected with me while I figure everything out, please
Follow me on my blog!: http://www.makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com
Facebook me!: http://www.facebook.com/makeupbylaurenp
twitter: http://www.twitter.com/LAURENN0XO
myspace: http://www.myspace.com/makeupbylaurenp

I will mainly post on Blogspot and FaceBook, so feel free to follow me on those two places!

I just posted a blog about my experience at the Korres Fashion Night Out Event: http://makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com/2009/09/korres-fashion-night-out-event.html

And another post I did today on my first attempt at pressing pigment eye shadows! http://makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com/2009/09/pressing-loreal-hip-pigment-eye-shadows.html

Please vote for me as the next face of e.l.f. cosmetics!
http://www.exploremodeling.com/Contest/Faceof_ELF_2010/10926/Lauren_Perciballi.aspx

The events pictured here are:
-Korres Fashion Night Out Event @ 0:01
-My Haul from Korres @ 1:01
-Pressing Loreal HIP Pigments using an empty palette and pressing medium from coastalscents.com @ 1:32
-Trying out a simple smokey look using MAC's "smoke & diamonds" from the Love That Look Collection! @ 2:17
-AT Fashion Week! Star sightings were Russel Simmons & Janice Dickinson (only got a pic of Janice) @ 2:41
-At MAC pro (got two lipsticks and a lip glass)...got a makeover using MAC red lipstick! @ 4:12
- At Lombardi's for some good pizza & Sangria! @ 4:26
-San Genaro's Feast in Little Italy, New York =) @ 4:40

So right before this semester began, my computer had a little crisis and decided to die on me! =((
Which means I have lost nine...yes you heard right--NINE new videos that I had made for you guys...along with my work from my undergrad and grad school...and family pictures of my late grandmothers that I love.

I have faith that some how my father (who works with computers for a living), will be able to help me! If for whatever reason, my computer is beyond repair, I have def. learned my lesson of backing up everything I do!

Because I am now in my last year of grad school (already!), and of the computer mishaps, I will not be posting on here as much as I like to. I normally do one post on here a week. Instead, I will be posting more on my blog, which is what I wanted to do in the first place.

This video was put together very quickly just to show my subscribers who are not yet connected with me on twitter, facebook, or my blog: what I have been up to since my computer went kaput!

I also wanted to take this time to thank all of my lovely subscribers, friends, and viewers on here: I do all of this for you guys! I truly love everything beauty related, and I love reporting back to you guys about great finds, hauls and looks of course!

Love you guys!

Lauren =)

Pressing Loreal HiP Pigment Eye Shadows using Coastal Scents Products

2009-09-14T14:58:00.000-07:00

I will create a video on this soon, where I will show you how I press my pigments. The process might seem intimidating at first, but it is fairly easy (but can get messy!) once you get the hang of it. I must admit, I had one casualty while doing this--but one out of 12 is okay to me since it was my first time ever doing this!

Prior to doing this, I ordered the following products from Coastal Scents
I ordered an empty 12 piece magnetic eye shadow palette
And their EZ Prez™ Pressing Medium

What you will need to press your pigments:
1. An empty eye shadow palette. I used the one from Coastal Scents, listed above.
2. A pressing medium of some sort. You can use whatever you prefer, for this. I have seen people use Rubbing Alcohol, or just straight Water--with less than exceptional results. I decided to use this Mixing Medium from Coastal Scents because I have seen many good reviews on it.
3. A small mixing jar of some sort. I used a travel size container from CVS that you would normally store lotions in while you travel.
4. A small spatula to mix the pigments. Coastal Scents also sells these. I did not use theirs, instead I used a small plastic spoon that came with a package of ice cream that I bought! Hey you have to improvise sometimes right?!
4. A spray bottle full of Rubbing Alcohol.
5. A larger mixing bowl. I only used this when I first separrated the sifter from my pigments so I would not have any expolsions of pigments all over my room. (I used this after I had my one casualty LOL!)
6. Paper towels...it can get messy!
7. Rubber gloves...like I said, it can get messy ;)

The steps to press your own pigments:

These are the steps that Kathy CEO of Coastal Scents.com gives while she demonstrated how to mix pigments.

"Take 1teaspoon of loose pigment powder/makeup, place it in a dish deep enough to mix in the medium. To your powder add by drops of your EZ Prez, begin with 20 drops. Using a mixing spatula (available at Coastal Scents), begin to mix and pull to the sides of the jar incorporating the liquid and powder together. What you are looking for as an outcome is a crumble of powder, when you pull it together to the side of the dish with your spatula it should hold together easily and then again when stirred loosen up. Be careful not to over wet your powders, you only need it to hold when pushed together slightly.

Once you reach this stage, mist a makeup pan with 91% alcohol (this is available at your local drug store). Add enough powder to cover the bottom, place a quarter over a piece of thick plastic and press evenly and firmly. Remove the plastic and add another layer and repeat the above instructions.

At this point you are ready to add the last layer to the palette (if using the Coastal Scents Palette and tins). Now, this is when you may want to use a hatch ribbon with a quarter on top of it to press, this will leave a professional looking finish on the top.

Allow this to set overnight, if you are in a hurry you can place the pan in the oven at 200* for about 30 minutes, turn off and let cool. You now have a ready to use pressed mineral powder.

Ingredients: * Dimethicone * Cyclomethicone * Polysorbate 20 * Isoproply Myristate * Alcohol"

Here, I am showing you 10 of the HIP pigments pressed. The last light eye shadow is my mother's bobbi brown eye shadow in Champagne that broke, so I fixed it for her by pressing it.

In order to remove the tins from the palette, I just use a bent paper clip and grove it into the whole (which every tin has), and I do this until it pops out. This is fairly easy since both the tin and the backing of the palette is magnetic.

After I popped it out, I am just showing that I peeld the name that is located under each Loreal HIP Pigment, and I stuck it underneath the tin so I will know the name of each eye shadow I am using.

I hope you check out coastalscents.com, which has everything you need to press pigments!

Korres Fashion Night Out Event

2009-09-14T11:07:00.000-07:00

On September 10th, 2009, I was invited by my childhood friend Kathy, who works for Korres-- to their "Fashion Night Out Event". It was a blast! I invited a fellow you tuber Carol to come with me and we had complimentary facials done! I hope to soon interview Heather Mancini, Director of the Korres Retail Stores. So keep an eye out for that!

The Descritpion of the Event on the Korres Facebook page:

"Head to Korres SoHo [110 Wooster Str] or Brooklyn [140 Montague Av] on September 10, from 6pm to 11pm for a ‘Detox Bubbles, Cupcakes & More’ evening. Both stores will feature a detox bar, serving complimentary antioxidant-infused cocktails based on the Greek skincare brand’s natural ingredients – Wild Rose, Pomegranate, Thyme Honey & Sugar Crystal, along with natural cupcakes. Detox on the outside too, with a Korres makeover or get advice on how to wear VOGUE’s hottest new season color looks using “green” make-up. All complimentary makeovers can be pre-booked; please RSVP to makeovers@korresusa.com with your ideal appointment time and you will receive our confirmation e-mail. To schedule by phone, call 212-219-0683 for an appointment our Soho location and 718-643-9425 for an appointment at our Brooklyn Store. All guests will be offered a gift bag including global best-sellers and Korres favorites of VOGUE’s beauty team!"

Me in front of Korres:

Carol in front of Korres:

The Antioxidant Cocktails that were served at the event:

Me enjoying my drink and some rock candy =)

The Foundation from Korres that everyone has been blogging & raving about:

Me getting ready for my facial, and Kathy working her skills on me!

The eyeliners that Korres makes are amazing! I might just have to go back & pick some up! They glide on smoothly, have a great color payoff, and wont smudge--even in the water line! This is the first time I found an eye pencil that stays on in my water line.

The eye pencils by Korres, and swatches of them:

Thanks so much for inviting me to the Korres Fashion Night Out Event Kathy!

The night of the event, I purchased a package of three Lip Butters in "Jasmine", "Quince", and "Pomegranate". This product is "a buttery lip balm that melts on the lips and offers a shiny, tinted finish. The combination of shea butter and rice wax offers deep hydration and softness, ideal for chapped lips".

I enjoyed these products, the event, and customer service so much, I had to come back with my parents who also had facials done! May I just add that Korres, a company founded in Greece, also has a great line of products for men? Keep that in mind for your special man's birthday or the next holiday coming up! Korres has a gift package of great products for men such as after shave, etc., that would make a great Father's Day Gift!

My father very much enjoyed getting a facial on his birthday =)

My Father's Haul from Korres:

Ruscus & Chestnut SPF 15 Anti-Ageing Cream for Men
Ruscus & Chestnut SPF15 Eye Cream for Men

My Total Haul from Korres:

From Left to Right:

3 in 1 Cleansing Emulsion: Milk Proteins

Yogurt Moisterizing Cream: For Oily & dehydrated skin

Travel Sizes of: Guava Shower Gel & Guava Body Butter

Full size Guava Body Butter [2 of them]

Yogurt Moisturizing Mask: For Oily & dehydrated skin [2 of them]

Three Lip Butters: "Jasmine", "Quince", & "Pomegranate"

Travel Size: Wild Rose 24 Hour Moisturizer & 3 in 1 Cleansing Emulsion, pictured below:

My mother absolutely had a great time having her complimentary facial and makeup application.

My Mother's Haul from Korres:
"24S Gold" Eye Shadow
"18S Grey Brown Base" Eye Shadow
They are both very pigmented eye shadows!

I hope you guys check out your local Korres store, and korresusa.com !

Shecky's Girls Night Out: June 25th, 2009

2009-08-31T21:07:00.000-07:00

Today's episode will be featuring the event called "Shecky's Girls Night Out", which is coordinated by sheckys.com. According to their website, Sheckys is an "online and event destination for whats cool and undiscovered in FASHION, BEAUTY and FUN with the girls.

From emerging designers to great beauty discoveries, delicious cocktails to free giveaways— Shecky's offers a wonderland for girls to SHOP, SAMPLE & SCORE the world of things girls love."

On Thursday, June 25th, 2009, my mother and I attended the New York event. According to sheckys.com, If you become a Shecky's insider by joining there mailing list, as well as reserving your spot, your entrance is free to these events. However, if you would like to receive a goodie bag that includes 100 dollars worth of products along with your entrance to the event, the ticket costs 30 dollars.

Since my initial review on the Shecky's girls night out events, I have seen that Jessica Ferro & Shecky's Media Incorporated has listened to and taken the advice and ideas of their fans and better marketed these events. You will now see my review of June 25th, 2009 event at the Puck building, as well as my reaction to the changes that Shecky's Media has made to their Girls Night Out Events.

Please visit http://www.sheckys.com for more information.

Brush Cleaning 101

2009-08-24T10:33:00.000-07:00

In this video, I am cleaning my Coastal Scents 7 Piece Synthetic Brush Set using Koren (EnkoreMakeup's) Homemade Brush Cleaning Recipe. This time, I took his recipe and gave it my twist, by using two different products that I think make the brushes feel even softer & smell even better.

Check out Koren's channel.

Koren's video on the homemade brush cleaner.

Tag: LAURENN0XO's Top Ten Products of 2008

2009-08-24T10:29:00.000-07:00

Another video from "the grad school vault" =)
I have some videos that I still have not uploaded, and were recorded to post while I was busy with grad school. So if I post a video that looks a little older, or the editing isn't as good, that's the reason why!

This was recorded December 14th, 2008, and these products were my favorites from 2008.

I was tagged to do this by Mimipera.

I Tag: Everyone watching, to do this if you haven't done so already =)

The Products that I mentioned, in order:
Loreal Skin Genesis Micro Smoothing Wet Towelettes
Clinique Dramatically Different Skin Moisturizer
Estee Lauder Spotlight Skin Tone Perfector
Bobbi Brown Concealer Stick in Warm Natural 4.5
Wet & Wild Ultimate Expressions Golden Shimmer Eye shadow Palette
Clinique Eye Shadow Quad in Spicy #02
Bobbi Brown Lip gloss in Petal #3
Dior Addict Plastic Gloss in 224 (as worn on the red carpet by Jennifer Lopez)
Maybelline Great Lash Mascara in Blackest Black
Bobbi Brown "Face Blender" Brush
Too Faced Shadow Insurance Anti Crease Eye Shadow Primer

The Winners To LAURENN0XO's 300 Subscribers Contest!

2009-08-05T18:44:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to everyone on your beautiful looks!
Please watch the full video, because I said a little something to everyone about your looks. I absolutely loved everyone's look, and it was so hard to just pick three. To everyone who did not win, please know that I still love your look! I didn't realize how hard it was to pick a winner until all 15 of your girls threw some amazing talent into the mix.
And to the three winners: Congratulations! Please send me your full name and **shipping address** so I can send out your packages as soon as possible! The sooner you get this information to me, the sooner you will get your package! I would also appreciate it if the three ladies who won would make a haul/look video with the products I sent them. It would make me smile =)

The Three Winners:

http://www.youtube.com/msslilone

http://www.youtube.com/prettirell

http://www.youtube.com/my2hazeleyez

All of the Beautiful Contest Entries!

2009-08-05T16:12:00.001-07:00

I am still editing the winners video from my very first You Tube contest.
Here is the original contest video.
Here is the update video I made on the contest.
And here are the 15 lovely entries that were made to my contest, by some of my beautiful subscribers! I am so grateful to have over 300 subscribers now, because it reminds me why I am on You Tube and that I am doing the right thing by following my passion!

New Revlon Nail Designs | F.O.T.D. | Contest Update!

2009-08-02T20:23:00.000-07:00

The initial video I made reviewing these products:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUBjeMjS1vI

the blog post for the review is here:
http://makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com/2009/06/product-review-revlon-artifical-nails.html

Link to check out Revlon's Artificial Nails:
http://www.revlon.com/ProductCatalog/SubCategory.aspx?CategoryID=4&SubCategoryID=13

The designs of the Revlon Artificial Nails that I had already are:
-Sequins 91087
-Stella 91097
-Revlon Red 99030

The New designs that came out that I recommend are:
-Minx 91095 (which I forgot to show, but is in the picture!)
-Studio 91104
-Starlet 91102
-Mystic 91098

My Face Of The Day:

Face:
The Medium kit from Base Escentuals
Blush- M.A.C. Blush Creme in Lilicent
Highlight- M.A.C. Mineralized Skin Finish in Soft & Gentle

Eyes:
-Too Faced Shadow Insurance
-NYX Jumbo eye shadow pencil in Milk
-Bare Minerals eyeshadow in "rock crystal" as a highlight
-Coastal Scents 88 Shimmer Palette:
-Orange (I2) on lid
-I went in the crease with M.A.C.'s Sketch
-bright green (C5) lined under the eyes
-Lined the waterline with Almay's eyeliner crayon contour in brown
-Lined the top of my lid into the tear duct with Beauty Rush Liquid Glitter Liner from Victoria's Secret in Gold Crush
-Maybelline Colossal Mascara

Eyebrows: Maybelline Define-A-Brow in Medium Brown

Lips: M.A.C. Hello Kitty Lip Conditioner in Popster

A Turquoise Sunset Look

2009-07-29T18:57:00.001-07:00

Another video from the "While I am Grad School" Vault. ;b This was taped months ago prior to me starting school. Please watch in High Quality.

LAURENN0XO's 300 Subscribers Contest!

2009-07-13T12:08:00.000-07:00

This is my first contest! I just wanted to say Thank you: not only to my subscribers, but friends I have made on here as well---your the reason I keep sharing my passion on here with you! -Lauren

Rules:
1. Must be a subscriber to my channel!
2.The length of your video entry must be at least 5 minutes.
3. Your entry must be posted as a video response to this video.
4. Choose a favorite nail polish color of yours, and wear it during your video.
5. Use this color to inspire a SUMMER THEMED EYE SHADOW LOOK!
6. Be creative! Be bold! Be colorful! Be unique!
7. Please create a NEW step-by-step tutorial for this contest.
8. Live video is preferred, but picture tutorials will also be accepted.
9. If you do a picture sideshow, please create & hold a sign with your user name and title of my contest on it.

Prizes: Three winners will be chose, but there will not be any 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place winners. Just three winners =)

The prize packages will include:
2 cosmetic bags,
1 Revlon Artificial Nail Set,
1 sample of shampoo and conditioner from Joico,
2 Eyeshadow Quads,
1 Blush,
1 Shimmer Powder,
1 Highlighter/extra lip gloss sample
1 Lipstick...
All in a cute mini tote bag!

Click the picture for a larger view =)

This contest is open to my subscribers that live within the Unites States. Sorry about this! In future contests, I will hopefully be able to ship further!

This contest begins on July 13th, 2009
Ends on: August 2nd, 2009 at 11:59 P.M.

If you are underage you must obtain permission from your guardian in order to enter this contest. (Please refer to the law in your state). This is so I will be able to mail you your prize if you are a winner of this contest!

Remember: Have FUN! I made this contest as a small "Thank you" to all of my lovely subscribers, and I want ALL of you guys to take part in it. You can interpret your favorite nail polish color into any type of summer look you want!

Thanks to natneagle for the cool contest suggestion!
Subscribe to her: http://www.youtube.com/natneagle

Song in this video: "Broken Stereo", by Sean Fournier
This song was found at http://www.jamendo.com

Hair Care Series Ep. 5: Hair Straightening

2009-07-05T11:19:00.001-07:00

In the 5th Episode of my Hair Care Series, I will show how I straighten my hair and the tools I use to achieve this look.

The hair straightener that I use is called: Remington S-4444 Shine Therapy Conditioning 1" Straightener, and could be purchased by clicking here:
http://www.remington-store.com/product_detail.asp?CAT=hair&SKW=remstraight&T1=REM+S4444

NOW ON SALE FOR $44.99
Originally $54.99

Product details:
*Damage reducing conditioning plates are infused with Avocado and Conditioners
*Prevents moisture loss and cuticle damage
*Plates formulated to last the lifetime of the product- 4 years
*Professional ceramic heating technology for evenly distributed consistent high heat

Features:
*Variable heat settings up to 410° F
*60 second heat up
*Auto Shut-off
*On/off switch
*Cool Tip

Hair Care Series: All about Hair Oils

2009-06-21T17:39:00.001-07:00

In this episode of my "Hair Care Series", I talk about different types of hair oils that I use, the benefits of using them, and their prices as well.

The ones I talk about:
-Bio silk Silk Therapy, 12 oz., Farouk Systems, Inc.: I found the price for this online to be around $31.00, but I bet you can find this for a better price if you do your research.
-The Bio Silk "As seen on TV" package with the hair oil, shampoo and conditioner, Farouk Systems, Inc. I bought this on sale for $29.99 but it normally costs $69.99
-Repair and Shine- Hair Toys Texture, 12 oz, Farouk Systems, Inc.: I also found the price of this online to be around $26.50, but again doing better research you might find this for a better price.
-The Avocado Hair Oil- Aceite Aguacate San Jacabo, 2 oz, I found this in the Spanish section of my pharmacy for $2.99

Product Review: Revlon Artifical Nails & False Eyelashes

2009-06-12T22:39:00.000-07:00

I received a package from Janet Lai, who is an assistant manager for Revlon at Pacific World Corporation. Among the many Revlon products, Janet is currently promoting their Artificial Nails and False Eyelashes. She was really kind enough to email me and send me a package of these products for me to try out and review. If you’re reading this, thanks again Janet!

This review that I am writing coincides with the following YouTube video. I decided to make a video reviewing these products as well, so you can get a closer look at what I am talking about.

The link for the Revlon Artificial Nails: Here.
The link for the Revlon False Eyelashes: Here.

First let’s go over the products and their names, before I begin the review.

The Artificial Nails:
Sequins (91087)
Stella (91097)
Revlon Red (99030)
The False Eyelashes:

Flirty (91003)
Defining (91001)
Intensifying (91002)

I have already worn the “Sequins” artificial nails, and the “Flirty” false eyelashes. This is what I am basing my review on.

How I reviewed these products:

I wore both “Sequins” artificial nails and the “Flirty” false eyelashes the week of May 23rd, which is my birthday. I rated both the artificial nails and false lashes out of five stars, for certain criteria. I then added up and averaged the number of stars that I gave each criterion to find the overall rating of the product. The criteria I rated the artificial nails on were the following:

The Design of the nails,
The Price of the nails,
The Wearability of the nails,
And, The Formula of the Glue.

And, I rated the false lashes on the following criterion:

Construction of the Lashes,
And, The formula of the Glue.

MY REVIEW AND RATING OF THE ARTIFICIAL NAILS:

Revlon Runway Collection Artificial Nails in “Sequins” (91087), Medium Length, Retail Price $7.99

The Design of the nails:
I absolutely love the design of these nails. I have never seen such intricate design of a French tip before. Going beyond just a simple French tip, Revlon created the design “Sequins”, which features beautiful “hash marks” intertwined with the silver lines. The creativity of this design definitely makes the nails sparkle and pop out more. I would recommend this design for any formal events such as weddings, proms, graduations, etc.

The Price of the nails:

The contents of each artificial nail package:
24 nails in 12 different sizes,
Bond Enhancer Buffer,
0.10 oz (3 g) jar of Maxi-Bond Glue,
Manicure stick.

The amount of nails you receive in the package is a definite plus. The Bond Enhancer Buffer is really strong and assists in buffing nails as preparation for application of the artificial nail.
I love the amount of glue that comes in this package and that fact that it comes in an actual bottle, unlike other companies that give a thin squeeze tube, very similar to the size of crazy glue. The manicure stick is great to assist you in placing the nail onto your nail bed properly, as well as cleaning up any access glue around the nail. The Revlon artificial nails retail at $7.99 which I believe is a great deal for what you are getting. This product is a true “bang for your buck”.

The Wearability of the nails:
“Wearability” pertains to how long the artificial nails stayed on for and the quality of the nails itself. With that said, three of the nails popped off twice while wearing them for less than a week. The nails are actually too thin for my preference and bent somewhat as I applied then, leaving a line of demarcation. After the application of the artificial nails, I noticed there were “air bubbles”, which I believe is a result of the formula of the glue. Another aspect that I believe Revlon should improve upon is the way in which they number their nails. On each nail there is a number at the tip, which is printed to small. I believe if they could increase the size of the number being printed on each nails, this will also help in alleviating issues with applying the nails.

The Formula of the Glue:
As I previously stated, I love the amount of glue that comes in Revlon’s artificial nail sets. Pertaining to the actual formula itself, I believe it could be improved upon. The formula comes out too watery and can dry chunky at times, which is what I believe, cause the “air bubbles”. Overall I believe the formula of the glue wasn’t the right consistency for the nails to stay on properly.

DESIGN: 5 OUT OF 5 STARS
PRICE: 4 OUT OF 5 STARS
WEARABILITY: 3 OUT OF 5 STARS
GLUE: 2 OUT OF 5 STARS
MY OVERALL RATING FOR THE ARTIFICIAL NAILS= 3.5 STARS

I believe this is a fair rating because even though there are areas that Revlon could improve upon with their artificial nails, I still believe that they create good artificial nails. Revlon delivers a quality product in artificial nails at an affordable price.

MY REVIEW AND RATING OF THE FALSE EYELASHES:
Revlon Fantasy Lengths Maximum Wear Glue On False Lashes, in “Flirty” (91003)

The Construction of the Lashes:
Right when removing the lashes from the package, I could tell that these false lashes were not as “stiff” as compared to other false lashes that I have tried. Usually, one would have to repeatedly bend the lash back and forth in order to prepare it for application. While I appreciate a more flexible lash, I believe the spine of the lashes were too flexible. Improving upon the construction and thickness of the lash will make it easier to apply the glue onto the lash. Aside from this, I have to say these lashes are really beautiful looking. They are very natural, and definitely enhanced my eyes and made them look larger, without anyone realizing I had false eyelashes on.

The formula of the Glue:
Pertaining to how adhesive the lash glue is, I have to say that I am really pleased with how strong the formula is and how long my lashes stayed on. I applied the false lashes at 2:00 P.M., and got home around 3:00 A.M. on my birthday, and the lashes stayed adhered on all night. The only thing that Revlon could improve upon is the consistency of the false eyelash glue. It was to watery and started to drip, making it harder to apply the lashes.

CONSTRUCTION OF LASHES: 4 OUT OF 5 STARS
FORMULA OF GLUE: 4 OUT OF 5 STARS
MY OVERALL RATING FOR THE FALSE EYELASHES= 4 STARS

I hope this review was concise and that you consider picking up a pair of Revlon’s artificial nails and false eyelashes at a drugstore near you! A very special “Thank you” to Janet from Revlon, for sending me this great package!

Please stay tuned for more reviews such as this one done today on Revlon Artificial Nails and False Eyelashes!
Subscribe to my You Tube channel as well to be kept up to date with new looks and reviews!
Have a great day,
Lauren, “Makeup By Lauren P”
http://www.youtube.com/LAURENN0XO

Birthday Haul 2009

2009-06-06T15:48:00.001-07:00

Check out what I got for my 23rd birthday [5.23!] I will probably add pics here later =)

Collective Haul!

2009-05-09T09:57:00.001-07:00

The prices:
**C.V.S.**
Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara- $8.49
Maybelline The Colossal Mascara- FREE AFTER STILETTO MASCARA (orig. $7.49)
Almay eyeliner with built in sharpener in 207 brown- $7.49
LOreal Dual Sharpener $2.49

**Walgreens**
Salon Collection All over shadow brush-$6.99
Salon Collection The Medium Detailer brush-$5.99
Maybelline Define-A-Brow Pencil in 643 Medium Brown-$.699
Cover Girl Eye Enhancers in (110) Shimmering Sands- $4.99
-Total was $27.05, and I had $23.24 in Gift Cards
I Paid $3.81 for everything!

**Victorias Secret**
Beauty Rush Liquid Glitter Liner- Copperhot
Beauty Rush Liquid Glitter Liner- Plumburst
Beauty Rush Liquid Glitter Liner- Liquid Metal
Beauty Rush Liquid Glitter Liner- Teal Zeal
Beauty Rush Liquid Glitter Liner- Gold Crush
All are originally $7.00 each, but were on sale (buy 5 for $20.00)
EXTRA SALE: Half off on all purchases $20.00 or more!
MY TOTAL FOR THE 5 EYELINERS WAS $10.84!

Also from Victorias Secret,
Heidi Klums Very Sexy Collection
Glitter Liquid Liner in Licorice (2 of them) orig. $10.00 each, but on sale for $2.50 each!
Parfums Intimes- Four travel size perfumes in Silk, Satin, Lace, and Cashmere in a lace bag- FOR FREE!

**C.C.O. **
Paint pot in Painterly- originally $16.50, We paid: $11.75
Discontinued Mineralized Eye shadow in Polar Opposite- Originally $19.00, We paid $11.75
Discontinued Mineralized Eye shadow in Two To Glow- Originally $19.00, We paid $12.25
M.A.C. 224 Tapered Blending Brush- Originally $28.00, We paid $19.75
M.A.C. 242 Shader Brush- Originally $23.00, We paid $16.25
M.A.C. 228 Mini Shader Brush- Originally $19.50, We paid $13.50
M.A.C. 231 Small Shader Brush- Originally $17.50, We paid $12.00

Hair Request for PlanetMarinaZee!

2009-05-05T08:55:00.001-07:00

To Contact Me:
Email/Sn: MakeupByLaurenP@aol.com
Myspace:
http://www.myspace.com/makeupbylaurenp
Follow me on Twitter!:
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Blog:
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Join my social network on Ning to have any of your beauty questions answered!:
http://www.makeupbylaurenp.ning.com
__________________________________
I filmed this a while ago, and this is a video that was made knowing that it would be put up during my crazy time in school. It's for PlanetMarinaZee--girl I'm sorry it took long, and I hope you enjoy and benefit from it! Let me know if you still have questions!

Book: "Hair" A book of Braiding and Styles, by Anne Akers Johnson

Hair style: The Gibson Tuck
What you need to create this hairstyle:
-hair spray
-rat tail comb
-an elastic
-and optional rhinestone clips

Questions:
Tips on how to make curly hair softer:
-hair oil, in small amounts! biosilk or avocado hair oil
-Garnier Fructis leave in conditioner creme

Do you have to wash your hair everyday?
-No you don't! You strip the natural oils from your hair when you do that!

Any tips on styling curling hair?
The Gibson tuck is a great formal style!

Casting Call for the Next Face of Colgate Wisp! Please vote for me!

2009-05-01T16:18:00.001-07:00

So I know I look really happy in the pic, I was having the complimentry drinks that you get @ the shecky's event! lol

Requested Brown Eye Pencil Smudge Tutorial for Miszexotic07!

2009-04-23T06:34:00.001-07:00

Shecky's New York City Event: 3/14/09

2009-04-15T11:51:00.000-07:00

Please watch in H.Q.!
To Contact Me:
Email/Sn: MakeupByLaurenP@aol.com
Myspace:
http://www.myspace.com/makeupbylaurenp
Follow me on Twitter!:
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Blog:
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Join my social network on Ning to have any of your beauty questions answered!:
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__________________________________

Hi guys it's Lauren, thanks for stopping by my channel.

Today's episode will be featuring my cousin Nancy who will be co-hosting with me. She is an amazing hair stylist from upstate New York who found out about Shecky's Girls Night Out, which according to their website is an "online and event destination for whats cool and undiscovered in FASHION, BEAUTY and FUN with the girls.

From emerging designers to great beauty discoveries, delicious cocktails to free giveaways— Shecky's offers a wonderland for girls to SHOP, SAMPLE & SCORE the world of things girls love."

On March 14th, 2009, we attended the New York event. According to sheckys.com, If you become a Shecky's insider by joining there mailing list, as well as reserving your spot, your entrance is free to these events. However, if you would like to receive a goodie bag that includes 100 dollars worth of products along with your entrance to the event, the ticket costs 30 dollars. Nancy opted for a free reservation ticket, while I paid the 30 dollars to receive the goodie bag. You will now see a short clip of us arriving at the event, followed by our reaction to event and our review of the Shecky's goodie bag. Please visit sheckys.com for more information.

Shecky's Website: http://www.sheckys.com

My beautiful cousin Nancy, the Hair stylist! Ask her any of your hair questions, she's a pro! And go subscribe to her! She's new on youtube, but were going to start getting hair tutorial up on her page, so if you would like to see more of that, subscribe!
Nancy: http://www.youtube.com/amorcanta

Tag: 5 Worst Eyeshadows + Announcements + F.O.T.D.

2009-04-11T09:32:00.001-07:00

Announcements:

-It's your last chance to give me more suggestions of what to get at the C.C.O.! Remember to tell me which mac brushes, which collections, etc. BE DESCRIPTIVE AS YOU CAN! Leave suggestions as comments on this video! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W22zKs...

-My myspace: http://www.myspace.com/makeupbylaurenp

-My Blog: http://www.makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com

-My Ning: http://www.makeupbylaurenp.ning.com

-My Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/LAURENN0XO

-F.O.T.D. (Face of the day): Let me know if you want a tutorial for this!

FACE:
-Bare Minerals "Get Started Kit" in Medium
CHEEKS:
-Victoria's Secret Blush in "Jewels" from the Heidi Klum Collection
-Contoured with Aubrey Organics Silken Earth Powder Blush in "Bronzed Peach"
EYES:
-Victoria's Secret quad in "Frisky"
-Loreal HiP eyeliner in teal
-Fiberwig paint on false lashes mascara
LIPS:
-Victoria's Secret lipstick in "Malibu" from the Heidi Klum collection
-Victoria's secret Mirror Mirror Shiny lip gloss in "French Kiss"

The Tag: 5 Worst Eye shadows!
Tagged by Mimipera! Thanks girl!: http://www.youtube.com/mimipera

The one's I chose:
1. "Firecracker", by Covergirl Eye enhancers
2. N.Y.C. New York Color MarblEyes Pressed Eyeshadow in "Tiger's Eye" http://www.newyorkcolor.com/whatsnew/...
3.2. N.Y.C. New York Color MarblEyes Pressed Eyeshadow in "Aquamarine" http://www.newyorkcolor.com/whatsnew/...
4. Loreal Soft Effects Eyecolour in "Soft Perle"

I could only find four! And I don't hate all of them, I just like them the least ;)

I tag EVERYONE who watches this to do it! Post your video response below to this video!

Hope you enjoyed, and have a great day!

LAURENN0XO, Makeup By Lauren P

PAINT COSMETICS: an M.I.A. concert t-shirt inspired "Tropical Look"

2009-04-06T07:52:00.000-07:00

Posted on Youtube on April 05, 2009.

To Contact Me:
Email/Sn: MakeupByLaurenP@aol.com
Myspace:
http://www.myspace.com/makeupbylaurenp
Follow me on Twitter!:
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Join my social network on Ning to have any of your beauty questions answered!:
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I am a reviewer for PAINT COSMETICS, which is a great line!
Long time in the making!
Sorry it took so long to post!
Watch to the end to see a picture of the swatches.
Paint Cosmetics was kind enough to send me a package of certain pigments to try out.
I definitely recommend you stop by the website and try them out!

http://electriccosmetics.com/

The pigments that I received:

-Frost (White)-- highlight color
-Island Ice (Light Blue) outer eyelid color
-Pellucid (Yellow)-- inner eyelid color
-Limeaide (Green)-- crease color
-Savvy (Dark Blue)--outer eyelid color/ "outer v color"

check this website out!

http://electriccosmetics.com/
http://electriccosmetics.com/

and I hope you enjoyed this!
Thanks Paint Cosmetics for the great pigments!
Thanks Jessabot for hooking me up with the songs! She's a fellow M.I.A. fan who makes great videos, so check her out! http://www.youtube.com/user/jessabot
Hope you enjoyed this, and have a great day! =)

M.A.C. Pro Store Meet-up in N.Y.C. on February 14th, 2009--Part 3

2009-03-30T00:19:00.002-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: March 29, 2009

Please watch in H.Q.!
The long awaited Part three of this video is here!
Watch to the very end to see a slide show!

Featuring:
-Elessa of Pursebuzz.com
http://www.youtube.com/user/pursebuzz

-Koren of EnKoreMakeup
http://www.youtube.com/user/enkoremakeup

Temptalia:
http://www.youtube.com/user/temptalia

-my good friend Christopher Drummond! =)
http://www.youtube.com/user/cdrum30

Check out the other cool makeup gurus that came out from the NYC area!

http://www.youtube.com/user/lindieinred

http://www.youtube.com/user/CJKEN05

http://www.youtube.com/user/mimipera

Hope you enjoyed!

Update: C.C.O. Questions, Walgreens Haul, M.A.C. Mini Haul, ThisIsRoTv, Cdrum30!

2009-03-30T00:19:00.001-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: March 22, 2009

PLEASE READ EVERYTHING =D

MY NEW BLOG!!! Go follow me!:
http://makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com/
http://makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com/
http://makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com/
http://makeupbylaurenp.blogspot.com/

C.C.O. Questions:
-Which makeup brands do they carry?
-Is there a discount on the products? If so, how much?
-Does the discount varry from brand to brand?
AND THE BIG QUESTION...
-WHAT SHOULD I GET?!
-My wishlist: Products from M.A.C.'s Hello Kitty Collection, and Fafi Collection.

Search for the C.C.O. (Cosmetics Company Store) in your area!

http://www.mallseeker.com/cosmeticsco...

Walgreens Easy Saver Catalog:

http://www.walgreens.com/store/rebate...

What I got for the month of February:
-Revlon Creme Gloss in "Slip Into Pink" $9.99
-Garnier Fructis Fortifying Shampoo for "Wonder Waves" $4.99
-Garnier Fructis Fortifying Conditioner for "Wonder Waves" $4.99

What I got from M.A.C. today:
-Pink Fish, Tinted Lip Conditioner with SPF15- $15.71

Go Subscribe to Ro..now!

http://www.youtube.com/user/ThisIsRoTV

The link to the video I am in:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5S0lM...

Go check out Christopher Drummond on youtube!

http://www.youtube.com/user/cdrum30

And his website for the makeup line!

http://www.christopherdrummond.com/

ANOTHER QUESTION I FORGOT TO ASK:
Can anyone explain how makeup alley works? I have an account but I don't know how to start a swap!

Hair Care Series Episode 2: How to get that "Star Poof"! Re: Entry for Amandarae4191's Contest

2009-03-30T00:18:00.002-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: March 17, 2009

The long awaited...
Hair Care Series Episode 2: How to get that "Star Poof"!
This is my contest entry for Amandarae4191's Contest.
All you need to create this look is the following:
-hair spray
-a rat tail comb
-bobby pins
-an elastic ponytail holder
-a rounded brush
-optional: extra snap on clips to keep unruly hair out of the way!
-also optional: a hair straightener- it makes a world of difference!
Hope you guys benefited from this, and enjoyed!
-Lauren

Re: CONTEST ENTRY FOR MAKENME'S ST. PATRICKS DAY THEMED CONTEST!

2009-03-30T00:18:00.001-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: March 10, 2009

This is my contest entry for Makeupnme's st. pattys day look contest, starring my cousin Dena as the model!

What was used for this look:
-TFSI
-Clinique creamsicle in "nude shimmy"
-Colors from the Coastal Scents 88 Shimmer Eyeshadow Palette:
-B1 (yellow)
-C6 (green)
-C7 (green)
-D7 (green)
-Loreal H.I.P. Pigment in "Rebel"
-Loreal H.I.P. eyeliner in "Teal"
-Paint Cosmetics yellow pigment in "Pellucid"
-Fiberwig paint on false lashes by Imju (mascara)

Good luck to everyone else and I hope you guys enjoyed it!

PAINT COSMETICS REVIEW: Pigments with great swatches!

2009-03-30T00:17:00.002-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: March 03, 2009

I am a reviewer for PAINT COSMETICS, which is a great line!
Long time in the making!
Sorry it took so long to post!
Watch to the end to see a picture of the swatches...look coming up soon!
They were kind enough to send me a package of certain pigments to try out. The only con to this was the long time I waited to receive my products, but I'm not complaining! It was definitely worth it.
I definitely recommend you stop by the website and try them out!

The pigments that I received:
-Frost
-Island Ice
-Pellucid
-Limeaide
-Savvy (i believe is normally a pressed pigment, but sample size was loose)
-I was suppose to get a lip gloss! But its okay, I'm excited about the pigments!

My feelings, Pros/Cons: I absolutely love the pigmentation of these loose shadows. The colors are absolutely amazing and I recommend trying this company for sure! The only thing I can suggest is supplying a sifter for the pigments so that no accidents can occur! And I also did not receive the lip gloss that was suppose to come with my reviewer package, but its all gravy! I will be posting a "Tropical Look" with these colors very soon, so keep an eye out for that!

A Simple Day to Evening Look: versatile for work, school, or play

2009-03-30T00:17:00.001-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: February 26, 2009

Girls Night with mi hermana Nancy!
Yay! My bff from college traveled to Brooklyn just to see moi! She was my partner in crime as we helped each other get through some tough situations together...I am truly blessed that God helped us meet twice in our lives! Nancy don't you think that was him saying "C'mon why aren't you guys friends yet?!" Lol this is Nancy, who is going to be a teacher, as well as I am, and doesn't usually wear a lot of makeup. In this episode, I am showing her how to start incorporating a little color, without being over bearing. This is a great look she can wear all day: when she taking classes, teaching the little ones, or going out to dinner with friends...its very versatile. I hope you guys enjoy this as much as we did making it!

I used the Cover Girl Trio in "Shimmering Sands", which I absolutely love and need to go buy one for myself!

EnkoreMakeup (Koren) Special Interview with LAURENN0XO

2009-03-30T00:16:00.002-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: February 17, 2009

Part two of the Mac Pro Store Meet up!
I am interviewing Koren a.k.a. EnkoreMakeup! yay!
Koren thank you for being so nice and for giving me sooo much advice!
It was a pleasure meeting you and your so down to earth!
Good luck in all your new projects I know you will succeed!
-Lauren =)

Subscribe to him if you haven't done so already!

http://www.youtube.com/user/EnKoreMakeup

HOPE YOU ENJOY!

Pursebuzz Special Interview with LAURENN0XO

2009-03-30T00:16:00.001-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: February 16, 2009

Part One of the Meet-up!
The First Pursebuzz Interview!
At the M.A.C. Pro Store in N.Y.C. on 2/14/09
Elessa from Pursebuzz.com, was interviewed by me, and she told me that no one has ever interviewed her before! That's crazy talk! This chica deserves it! She was super sweet & It was a great honor and privilege to sit down with her and talk about Makeup, Hello Kitty, Cali, New York, and everything in between.

If your not subscribed to her, then you should go on over to her page and do that a.s.a.p.!

http://www.youtube.com/user/pursebuzz

This video is featured on her website right now!
http://www.beautyarchives.pursebuzz.c...

RE Makeup Contest: The Ro Fierce Look! Using Complimentary Colors Violet & Yellow.

2009-03-30T00:14:00.002-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: February 09, 2009

Think Sasha Fierce...but spice it up a notch...then you have Ro =)
This is the Ro Fierce Look I came up for her because being fierce isn't just a trend for her--it's a way of life!!!
I even edited my video the same way as you do & I did a lot of "jump cuts"...
I hope I payed homage to you and entertained you as well!
Smoochiesssss xoxo
~Lauren

ps; I dabbed some carbon in their just for you girl ;)

subscribe to this chick..now.
http://www.youtube.com/user/ThisIsRoTV
http://www.youtube.com/user/ThisIsRoTV
http://www.youtube.com/user/ThisIsRoTV

Visit's from the Oregon Trail! =b (just joking)

2009-03-30T00:14:00.001-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: February 09, 2009

My cousin's Naomi & Sarah moved away and left me about a year ago =/
but they came back to visit me for one day!
I only had a half hour with them--and they wanted their makeup done, so I quickly did my best for them! It was great to bond with these amazing young ladies--there growing up so quickly--and thank them for making me feel old! lol

Love you Naomi & Sarah! Say hi to Aunt Carol & Dan also!

-Love, Lauren

Holiday visits from Jasmine & Brooke!

2009-03-30T00:13:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: February 02, 2009

Aren't my little cousins adorable?!
They heard I do makeup, so naturally they wanted me to apply the makeup on them that they got for Christmas!
( I would have used applicators if the kit came with them, remember you should always use them if you applying makeup on some one else!)
HOPE YOU GUYS ENJOYED THIS & HAVE A GREAT ONE!

HUGE HAUL! COSMETIC SETTLEMENT & BATH & BODY WORKS 90% OFF!

2009-03-30T00:12:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: January 24, 2009

please read & watch in H.Q. cuz it's cooler ;)

The link to Julieg713's video for more info on the settlement: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MSAon...

& I found out about Bath & Body Works from LePooke, thanks!:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKVMoW...

BOBBI BROWN MAKEUP I AM WEARING:

SKIN:
-CLEANSE: gentle makeup remover
-HYDRATE:vitamin enriched face base

FACE:
-Foundation stick #4
-CORRECTOR: Peach
-CONCEALER: natural lit
-FOUNDATION: SPF15 Tint (Medium)
-POWDER: Pale Yellow

CHEEKS:dessert pink & pink sugar

EYES:
-Bone e/s: all over with shader brush
-Hot Stone e/s: lower lid with e/s brush
-Eye Bright Palette: purple e/s color
-Hunter gel eyeliner

LIPS:
-Rose Petal

-MASCARA:
-no smudger black 2x coats

WHAT I GOT FROM THE COSMETIC CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT:I went to two different Macys, then to Saks

-Euphoria Sensual Bath & Shower Cream 6.7 OZ by Calvin Klein

-Clinique Moisture Surge extended thirst relief 1 0Z (two of them)

-Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair: protective recovery complex 5 0z

-My Insolence Eau De Toilette, 5 oz, by Guerlain Paris

-Vera Wang Princess foamy body polish 5 oz

-Lovely, by Sarah Jessica Parker, gentle bath & shower gel, 6.7 oz

***Bath & Body Works Haul: 90% OFF!***

-Frederic Fekkai Apple Cider Clearing Rinse, 8 oz, normally $17.50, I PAID $1.75

-Boscia Daily Hand Therapy spf 15, 2.8 oz: Normally $16.00, I PAID $1.60

-Joey Specialty Instant Chemistry Quick Lunchtime Face Peel, 2oz: normally $40, I PAID $4.00

-Awake Authority Age Release Serum, 1 oz, normally $105.00 & I PAID $10.50!!

-Molton Brown Amino Therapy eye treatment, .41 oz, normally, $39.00, I PAID $9.00

-Awake point make-up remover (eye & lip), 2oz, normally $15.00, I PAID $1.50

-Goldie eye shadow duo in Turtle Dove, 15 oz, normally $22.00, I PAID $2.20

-Joey New York Super Duper Lipstick pencil with vitamin E, 1 gram, normally $16.00, I PAID $1.60

-Goldie Lip Condition, in Rush, 4.5 grams, normally $14.00, I PAID $1.40

-Goldie Lip Condition, in Ultra, 4.5 grams, normally $14.00, I PAID $1.40

-Awake Direct Nutrition, 1oz, normally $68.00, I PAID $6.80

HOPE YOU ENJOYED THIS & HAVE A GREAT DAY =) XOXO

RE: Laurelfairy's 100 Subscriber's Contest! [Valentine's Day Look #2!]

2009-03-30T00:11:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: January 23, 2009

PLEASE READ! *WATCH IN H.Q. POR FAVOR!* =)
(it looks way cooler)**

Happy Valentines Day everyone!

THANKS FOR THIS GREAT CONTEST LAURA! I HAD SO MUCH FUN DOING THIS! I LOVE FAFI, VALENTINES DAY, THESE COLORS, AND YOU..LOL

SUBSCRIBE TO LAURA AKA LAURELFAIRY IF YOU HAVEN'T! http://www.youtube.com/user/laurelfairy

What was used:
◘TFSI
◘clinique creamsicle in pillow talk
◘NYC e/p in white
◘frost pigment from paint cosmetics
◘fiery loreal HIP pigment
◘Exciting loreal HIP pigment
◘MAC carbon
◘Coastal scents Chisel Fluff/Pointed Crease Duet brush-link here! http://www.coastalscents.com/cfwebsto...
◘MAC 266 e/l brush
◘two e/s from the coastal scents 88 shimmer palette: the brightest pink, and the deepest red
◘dabbed some of that pink e/s on the lips with a pink lip gloss
◘used those same e/s for the heart & lined it with the white e/l
◘NARS caravaggio e/s (the pink side) for my blush

A "Very Sexy" [Victoria's Secret] Valentines Day Look #1

2009-03-30T00:10:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: January 18, 2009

PLEASE READ & WATCH IN H.Q.!
Get "Closer" to that special someone!
Hope you enjoy!

What Was used:
-two Clinique creamsicles in nude shimmy and in pillow talk
-Victoria's Secret quad in "Closer" from the "Very Sexy" line
-Koren's Mixing Medium Recipe:What a great Idea! Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbKmWd...
-My face: The Bare Minerals Get Started Kit in Medium
-Aubrey Organics Silken Earth Powder Blush in Bronzed Peach
-My Lips: Loreal HIP Pigment in Fiery 124 with BM Buxom Lip gloss in Krystal
-Fiberwig Mascara a.k.a. the best ever!
-Coastal scents Chisel Fluff/Pointed Crease Duet brush-link here! http://www.coastalscents.com/cfwebsto...
-MAC 266 liner brush
-Loreal HIP cream e/l in Brown

Big C.V.S. Loreal H.I.P. Haul + Swatches! SALE ALERT!

2009-03-29T23:39:00.000-07:00

Posted on Youtube on: January 13, 2009

PLEASE READ & WATCH IN H.Q.!
So have you guys realized how bad the economy is right now?! At C.V.S., the Loreal H.I.P. Line use to 50% off, then 75% off, And now...

BUY ONE GET ONE FREE!!!
(All are normally $11.99 each)

OH THE MADNESS!!! YES THAT MEANS PIGMENTS TOO LADIES!!

What I got:

eyeliner's
-teal 945
-eggplant 960
-brown 930
-black 905 (2)
-midnight blue 956

pigment's
-exciting 102
-restless 918
-fiery 124
-rebel 314
-valiant 534
-beckoning 244
-striving 228
-visionary 924
-progressive 854
-tenacious 848
-unashamed 544
-intrepid 914

Cosmetic Book Reviews

2009-03-29T23:38:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: January 08, 2009

A video reviewing the following books:
* PLEASE WATCH IN HQ!* This was recorded a while ago, before I got my new camera with better pixels =)
* And I just got exciting information that I will share with you guys really soon!

1) Classic Make-up & Beauty, by Mary Quant
2) Bobbi Brown Teenage Beauty, Everything You Need To know To Look Pretty, Natural, Sexy, & Awesome By, Bobbi Brown & Annemarie Iverson
3)Girls Know Best: Advice For Girls, From Girls On Just About Everything (Beyond Words Publshing) Intro by Kerri Strug
4) Woman's Face: Skin Care and Makeup by Kim Johnson Gross and Jeff Stone

If you are interested in any of these books, you can try seraching for them @ http://www.amazon.com

My email: MakeupByLaurenP@aol.com
New Myspace Just For Makeup!: http://www.myspace.com/MakeupByLaurenP

Heidi Klum V.S. New Years Eve Look

2009-03-29T23:33:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: December 31, 2008

Please read!
I had to re-load this video because youtube caught me with the songs in the video! lol so sorry about the no music thing, guess I cant do it anymore =) but Enjoy!

My Christmas 2008 Look!

2009-03-29T23:32:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: December 30, 2008

Please Read!

Sorry It's Late! I was waiting for my coastal scents order that I got on Christmas! Rock this if your still in the Christmas Spirit like I am!

What was used:
-coastal scents 88 shimmer palette & some from the matte palette as well
-ardell 110 lashes
-clinique creamsicle in pillow talk
-licorice eyeliner from the heidi klum collection (victorias secret)
-nyc black eyeliner
-frost pigment from electric cosmetics
-cupcake lipgloss from the heidi klum collection
-fiberwig mascara on top of the falsies
-optional: you can dab some red shimmer e/s on top of lip gloss so it matches your eyes!

HOPE YOU ENJOY! =D

Lauren's Christmas Haul 2008!

2009-03-29T23:30:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: December 27, 2008

My Christmas Haul from my parents & boyfriend! -Bare Escentuals -Coastal Scents -Victoria's Secret -Kathy Van Zeeland I hope you enjoy!

Midnight Sky Look!

2009-03-29T23:25:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: December 22, 2008

Another Look with my beautiful cousin Krissy!

Hair Care Series! Episode 1

2009-03-29T23:21:00.000-07:00

Posted on You Tube on: December 07, 2008

*Please watch in High Quality whenever possible!*
Requested by miszexotic07 & desibabe85!
This is the Introduction to my long awaited Hair Care Series! In this first episode, I talk about my past tribulations with dying my hair at home, advice to deal with parents who wont allow you to dye your hair, and how to deal with salons who may try to take advantage of you. Watch to the end! Theres a treat: some pics of my many looks! Hope you enjoy this and have a great day!