How To;; Get Loose Curls

How To;; Get Loose Curls by smilethroughthepain featuring beauty products

How To;; Get Loose Curls

How To;; Get Loose Curls by smilethroughthepain featuring beauty products

Binder Cover

Binder Cover by caligirlforever featuring a chain necklace

Binder Cover

Binder Cover by caligirlforever featuring chain jewelry

DIY bracelet

DIY bracelet (see more cuff jewelry)

Real Reviews: Maybelline Dream Mousse Bouncy Blush

Hey there! This is a new series called "Real Reviews"! I'll be reviewing products That I feel should be reviewed or reviews you requested! (Send me requests by emailing me! marissasmakeupmania@hotmail.com) Let's dive into the review!


I recently tried Maybelline Dream Mousse Bouncy Blush in Fresh Pink. Now I have to be honest- I only bought this because it was supposed to be bouncy. I had tried the other dream mousse blushes and found they were average quality so, I figured it'd be the same with this one. It wasn't. I'm not saying its a bad blush, just not a great one. Its very sheer and you need about four applications to get the color you see in the package. Also, (though this isn't necessarily a bad thing) it was extremely hard. If you've tried any dream mousse products you know that they are very smooth and creamy. This however was relatively hard, The one thing I love about this blush is that it really does bounce! I probably play with it more than I use it aha. 


Bottom Line: This product is great if you want very sheer pigmentation but, if your looking for anything else don't buy. 

Weird Beauty Fact Of The Day!

Ever wonder why there's a fresh sprig of parsley on your dinner plate when you're at a restaurant?  It might be that your host wants to help you avoid awkward conversations later. It's thought that parsley contains antibacterial properties helpful for fighting bad breath. To make it work for you, chew on a fresh sprig–dried versions won't work.

Update: 1-23-12

Hey everyone! I'm soooooooo sorry I haven't posted in such a long time! I've been really busy, I started tennis dance and acting classes so with that and school I barely had time to breathe! As you can probably see I made some changes to the blog I hope you likey. (: I promise to post once a week in addition to weird beauty facts of the day! I'm also starting a couple new series so be on the lookout for those! Also, please have your friends check out my blog! Thanks so much! 


XOXO, Marissa <3

Hair Tutorial: Bow Hairstlye

Hey girls! So today I'll be showing you how to get this super adorable hairstyle!! Keep reading to find out how to do this!

1) Brush your hair.

2) Put your hair up into a loose ponytail but, one strand out.

3) Now take you ponytail and loop it through the hair tie but not all the way. You should have created a sort of loop.

4) Separate the loop into two sections. Then, take the stand you left out and bobby pin it to your head. Tada! All done!

If you wanna watch how it's done here is the vid I learned how to do this from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-MWqyGtzclQ&feature=list_related&playnext=1&list=SPD4D5DE6CCCF00AF4

Good Luck!!

Weird Beauty Fact Of The Day!

Lipstick was considered an essential item for female nurses in the armed forces during the Second World War, both to remind women that they were ladies first and military second, and because it might have a calming effect on the male soldiers.

Weird Beauty Fact Of The Day!

Despite being called the "Golden Age of Spain," having a tan was a serious beauty faux pas back then. In an effort to maintain a porcelain complexion, young women would eat clay, even though it often caused anemia or chlorosis. In the late 18th century, members of The French Court such as Marie Antoinette also obsessed over having flawless alabaster skin. They faked it with thick layers of white powder (made out of everything from white lead and talc to pulverized bone) combined with wax, whale blubber, or vegetable oil to give the face makeup a greasy consistency that adhered to the skin.

Halloween Tutorial: Angel Makeup

Hey girls! With Halloween just around the corner I thought I'd do a couple looks and costume ideas for you guys! Unfortunately my camera is broken ): so there won't be any pictures but as soon as I can I'll post a pic of this look! Let's get started!


1) Start by applying foundation with a stippling brush all over your face. Blend with a makeup sponge.


2) Next conceal any blemishes, redness, or dark circles.


3) Taking a highlighter or a shimmery nude/white eye shadow highlight your cheekbones and Cupid's bow (the little indention above your top lip)


4) Set with a loose luminescent powder to your face using a kabuki brush this will help give you that angelic glow.


5) Prime your eyes with any eye shadow primer.


6) Taking any brush or your fingers apply a shimmery white eye shadow all over your lid. blend with a fluffy brush.


7) Taking a crease brush get a medium silver shade and apply in a back and fourth motion to your crease and outer V. Blend. Then add a bit of charcoal in the upper part of your crease. Blend.


8) *OPTIONAL* take some eye glitter and put a little over your white shadow.


9) Line your eyes as close to your lash line as possible with a black liner.


10) Finish off your eyes with false eyelashes and your favorite mascara.


11) For your lips opt for a light pink gloss.


Viola! Your all done! Good Luck!! (: 

Weird Beauty Fact Of The Day!

Everyone loves long hair, but not as much as men in the Heian Period. Japanese women were judged on the length of their hair, with anyone lucky enough to have hair two foot longer then their waist being deemed the most attractive. Extensions, anyone?

Weird Beauty Fact Of The Day!

Ancient Greek women have a solution for every problem. Acne? Just apply curdled milk. Freckles? Cucumber juice. Wrinkles? Crocodile fat should sort them out. I’m so glad we have anti wrinkle creams now!

Weird Beauty Fact Of The Day!

The term for a makeup artist in Egyptian hieroglyphic is derived from the root "sesh," which means, "to write, to engrave." Makeup application was taken pretty seriously back then: the same accuracy was needed to paint lips as to write out a text.

How To: Tinted Moisturizer

In summer I'm not a fan of heavy foundations so my go to product is tinted moisturizer! Unfortunately they can get a little pricey so I make my own! Here's how you do it!


Materials Needed:
Facial Moisturizer (preferably with SPF)
Any Foundation (Try a shade a little darker than normal)
Paper plate
Toothpick
Container


1) Take your moisturizer and foundation and put an equal amount of each on the plate.


2) Using the toothpick mix the 2 together. 


3) Continue to mix them until the tinted moisturizer is the right color. Add more of either ingredient if needed.


4) Once you've mixed it take the toothpick and scrape it into your container.


All Done! You don't need many materials or time and you save money! An optional step is to make a cute label for it (:. Good Luck!

Top Ten: Lip gloss Under $10

Hey girls! So, today I have a top ten for you on lip gloss! I am personally a lip gloss addict! I go through a new tube in like three days if I really like it! Anyways here are my top ten lip glosses!


1) C.O Bigolow Mentha Lip Tint: I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE these lip glosses. They smell great, condition, they aren't sticky, and give great color and shine! The only downside is they taste really good and I always find my self licking it off my lips. You can purchase these at Bath and Body works for $7.50


2) Mabyelline Shine Sensational: This lip gloss smells great and goes on smooth!


3) Pallido Herbal Lipgloss: These have great texture, smell fantastic and come in such beautiful colors!


4) Cover Girl Wet Slicks Amazemint: I orginally got this gloss for a Halloween Costume look but after i tried it I loved it!! They come in an adorable tube with a blue cap and help prevent bad breath!


5) Neutrogena Moisture Shine Gloss: These glosses leave your lips so silky soft and have great colors! My favorite is in fruity pink! (:


6) Rimmel London Stay Glossy Lipgloss: Although this gloss doesn't smell the best it goes on like magic and lasts a long time.


7) Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss: This lipgloss is amazing! Definently a something you must try! Mine is in coral reef.


8) Revlon Glosslights: So great! It's perfect if you want a nice smooth texture!


9) Loreal Colour Riche Le Gloss: These go on like satin! Love them!


10) Lipilicous Lipgloss: These come in a bunch of yummy flavors and colors! You can get them at any bath & body.

Cyber Bullying

Am I the only one that finds this depressing?? I mean people are threatining her life because of she's dating! Normally I only post beauty and fashion related posts but I wanted to talk about cyber bullying. Just because the things your saying are on the internet doesn't mean its not bullying. I've been cyber bullied by a girl over facebook and its not a nice feeling. So just think about what your doing before you type that mean comment. To learn more about cyber bullying go here: http://www.stopcyberbullying.org/

Trend Alert: Jeans

Jeans are no longer just plain old blue denim. Now they come in different washes, colors, and more!! For fall there are some new jeans you definently want to try!!


1) The 70s are making a comeback! Flare jeans are back and better than ever!


2) Beleive it or not...overalls! I haven't worn them since I was about 5 but designers have given them a new look. Try wearing them with lace to add a girly touch!


3) High waisted jeans are no longer for moms only! These modern jeans give a sexy pinup-girl vibe!


4) Red jeans= instant drama! Add them to an outfit to make a jaw dropping statement!

Trend Alert: Friendship Bracelets

Friendship Bracelets are making a comeback in fashion! Whether you like the classic string ones or the updated blinged out ones they are definently a trend to try!! So go out and find your perfect Friendship Bracelet!!