Skincare Regime

Happy Friday!

I wanted to share with you all what I'm currently using for my skincare regime. I have normal to dry skin so these recommendations may be best suited for you if you similar to me.

CLEANSERS

I use one of two cleansers and they both are from Aveeno. When I wear makeup, at the end of the night I reach for Aveeno's Makeup Remover Cleanser. It effectively removes  my makeup while cleaning my skin. I used to try using just a regular cleanser to remove my makeup and finally saw the light when I tried this beauty right here.

With one pump, I wash my face. The cleanser comes out as a foam so it's really light but it gets the job done.

There are days when I don't wear makeup and I skip to my using my regular cleanser, the Aveeno Positively Radiant Cleanser. It barely lathers up at all but that's not necessarily what I'm interested in.

 I got it mainly because of it's promises to " bring out [my] skin's natural radiance" and " helps [to] even out [my] skin tone and texture." Dry skin tends to get a little dull and always being out in the sun, in Florida I need any help I can get to maintain and protect my complexion and really show off my skin at it's best.

SCRUBS

Everyone needs a good scrub. In fact, I have two. I use them in an alternating sequence.

 Even though  the Aveeno Skin Brightening is a daily scrub, I more so use it every other day. It's not too abrasive. The scrubbing granules are really fine and doesn't scratch my skin too bad, which is why it's safe enough for everyday use but I just choose not to.

Now when I feel like my skin is not at its best, or it's not as smooth as I'd like it to be, I skip my Aveeno  scrub altogether and use my Neutrogena Deep Clean Invigorating Foaming Scrub. This is a true scrub through and through. I love the smell and it get's the job done. I definitely don't recommend using this on an everyday basis because, of how abrasive and large the microbeads are.

MOISTURIZER

I only have one at the moment and it's on the heavy side. It's perfect for the fall/winter season. It's thick consistency holds up to the weather. I've been using it for years and it hasn't failed me yet. A little does go a long way, I literally just dot it on my face and blend out. I used to over use it and ended up looking greasy. SMH.

But because I've learned better, I finally figured out to use less. Over time my skin has normalized and I'm using less of it because of it. When it comes to the spring/ summer, I sparingly put it on my face to moisturize my skin. Currently I'm looking for a gel-based moisturizer that I can switch to for this current season and the next so it'll be my lighter alternative to what I currently use.

And that's rounds up my routine.

I even recorded myself  talking about my routine.  I was so sleepy when I recorded this. SMH There's bloopers at the end. Enjoy!

Have an amazing weekend.

Much Love & Many Blessings,

B. Pierre

FTC Disclosure: All the products mentioned were purchased on my own  and I wasn't compensated in any way.

Spring | Bring On the Bright!

Hi Lovelies,

To usher in the spring appropriately, I chose to go with a super bright and load look to kick off the season. This look was inspired by a blog post that I read a few weeks ago on Fashion Bomb Daily.  I absolutely fell in love with it and had to try it.

Spring is one my favorite seasons and this was my attempt at celebrating it.

So on with the tutorial!

And a couple pics too.

 without flash

with flash

snapshot from the video

Listed below are the products that I used:

EYES

Base| Hot Pink & Yellow ( NYX Cosmetics)
Lid| Incredible Bee (Facefront Cosmetics) & Sunset ( NYX)
Crease| Little Gremlin ( Facefront Cosmetics)
Highlight| **add in later**
Lower Lashline| Incredible Bee ( Facefront Cosmetics) & Graffiti ( Urban Decay)
Upper Lashline| Yellow (NYX) topped off by Sunset ( NYX)
Mascara| Carbon Black Telescopic (L'oreal)

FACE
Undereye Concealer| MAC NW45
Powder| MAC Mineralized SkinFinish in Deep Dark
Cheeks | Red-Orange Pigment ( M.A.C.)

LIPS
Lipliner| Chestnut ( M.A.C.)
Lipstick| Fresh Brew ( M.A.C.)
Lipgloss| Savory ( H.I.P. by L'oreal)

 Enjoy the rest of your Wednesday night!

Much Love & Many Blessings,
B. Pierre

KissyFace Approved? | Claudia Stevens Eye Prep Lid Primer

Hope everyone's Valentine's Day was a great one. As for me I took it upon myself to get done up and go ab  out my day. =)

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Well, this past week, I took it upon myself to try a new primer. As much as I love Urban Decay Shadow Primer, I'm always up for trying something different and see what's less expensive. While at Sally's I came across this:

It peaked my interest and took a chance on it. For less than $4.77 ( with tax) it was worth a try.

On the box, it promises to "create a perfect base for eyeshadow," and "increase wear and prevents color fade."

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

When I first opened it, I liked the fact that the 0.39 oz of product was in a squeeze tube. It lends itself to allowing the product to be easily accessible.

I also liked the sponge-tip applicator. It minimizes being abrasive on the eye if you decide to use the applicator to swipe across your eyelid. 

 

And it wasn't a hassle when I was squeezing it out of the tube.

I tried it on my hand. You can see here that it leaves a cast on my skin. The box claims it'd be acceptable to be worn alone for a perfect natural look but clearly, that's more in reference to lighter skin females.  When I smoothed it on, the texture felt quite velvety. A little too velvety for my taste. Comparing it to Urban Decay Primer Potion, which is tacky, this one felt soft and really smooth. 

In order for the eyeshadow to stick, instantly I thought this formula wouldn't be conducive to long-wear since it had no "stick" factor. So I was a bit concerned as to how effective it would be in doing its job.

TRIAL USE

I tried it over a period two days in the the typical fashion that I use primers.  When applying it across my lid, I ran into no problems. And I followed to color it with my NYX jumbo pencil color for whatever look I was going for.

First Use

Sunday, I went through a range of temperatures, freezing cold in the morning, to some heat at church. So it had been about seven hours past when I checked my eye make-up. It had creased on my. Now, mind you I had some makeup meltdown on other parts of my face, so I still hadn't considered it a complete fail.

Second Use

Yesterday, I wore it and the temperature was perfect. I wore it approximately 14 hours and it didn't budge! The same way I left that morning was how it stayed later on that night. So I was more than pleased with the outcome.

VERDICT

KissyFace Approved? Yes! 

Now I will say that it's best in fair weather. It's a good alternate to the UDPP in my opinion. But I know when  it comes to an extremely hot day, this wouldn't be my go-to pick. But because of the price point, its squeeze application and it's general effectiveness, it's worth purchasing.

So, if you ever get a chance to swing my Sally's Beauty Supply, this is something definitely worth trying.

Much Love & Many Blessings,

B. Pierre

FTC Disclosure: This was purchased with my own funds. It was not given to

 me for consideration by the manufacture

A Moment of Truth & Joy

Afternoon Lovelies,

Hope your new year has been off to an amazing start. I ended last year on amazing note and starting this one the same. Just wanted to share some more good news with you guys.

The latter end of 2010, I was featured on Jaye Magazine and now I'm featured here on One Million Entrepreneurs. I entered my profile to the site on a whim but when I got the email stating that I had been chosen to be showcased it made my day.

Too often I let doubt enter my mind and stop me from attaining what God has already opened the door for me to do. I just need to walk in faith that this is for me. This stop and go attempts at pushing for KissyFace is such weak and undisciplined attempt doesn't allow things to fully develop. I can't expect thing to move if I'm standing still. I need to get be consistent and work on that much harder to make things happen. I can't expect things to just fall in my lap, which admittedly I have been doing. It doesn't work that way. I've got to work hard to get what I desire-- point blank.

I've made commitments in the past, to get things going but having experienced certain things recently, and being aware of the greatness that is open for KissyFace Artistry, it deserves a fair  fighting chance.

I've realized that the same faith that others have in me, I need to have it within myself.

I look forward to interacting more, sleepless nights and just working to make things truly come true.

Much Love & Many Blessings,
B, Pierre

P.S. I've recently got KissyFace Artistry, LLC status so I'm an official business, so I better start acting like it. =)

Jaye Magazine 2010 Feature

It's been a minute since I've posted but I have some great news to share.

KissyFace Artistry and I have been featured in the January 2011 edition of Jaye Magazine, an online mag for college-aged women. I was seriously honored when I was asked to interview about my take on beauty.

Take a look if you'd like especially page 56. 

I know everyone is in the midst of the holiday season, so this is probably my last post for 2010. And it's not a bad way to end. Enjoy the time with your family and friends.

I just know that the 2011 will be that much bigger and better.

Much love & many blessings,

B. Pierre

P.S. Hope you all have an amazing and safe start to the new year. =)