The Beauty Bargainista

Sugar Skull Photoshoot Pictures (Picture Heavy!)

2011-11-09T14:39:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone! I am SOOOOO excited to share these photos with you! You might remember during halloween that I mentioned I was doing a photoshoot for my dia de los muertos sugar skull look. Well, I got the photos in today from the photographer and I can't even believe that these are of ME!

It was really different being in front of the camera! I spend my day's behind the camera doing makeup on other people, so this was really fun!

Thank you so much to Amanda of R.I.Studios Photography for shooting some AMAZING pics! I am just speechless!!

Oh, and Thank You to my girly Monica for driving me across town while I was in my full makeup...we didn't want to have anyone get in a wreck seeing me driving down the street a week before Halloween looking like that! lol

I hope you all enjoy these as much as I do!

Halloween Costume Ideas 2011 : Frankie Stein of Monster High Kids Costume

2011-10-30T08:20:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone! This costume wraps up my Halloween tutorials for 2011! I decided to do a tutorial with my daughter since she is going to be Frankie Stein for Halloween. This is one of the characters from Monster High. Below you will find our tutorial, pictures, and a list of the products that we used...Have an AMAZING Halloween! Thank you so much for tuning in to all of my tutorials!!

TUTORIAL:

PICTURES:

PRODUCTS USED:
- NYX Ultra pearl mania in Jade Green
- White face powder (I used the white out of the Coastal Scents Contour and Blush Palette)
- ELF eyeshadow primer
- Purple eyeshadows (The ones I used were from the ELF quads in Punk Funk, Drama {the black}, and Silver Lining)
- Black eyeliner (one that is very smooth, I used Essence gloss black)
- Masacara (non waterproof! I used L'Oreal clean definition telescopic in black)
- ELF quad day 2 night or any dark brown for eyebrows
- NYX jumbo eyeshadow pencil in black bean (or liner for stitch)
- Red Lipstick (Retro Red from NYC)
- Clear gloss of choice

OPTIONAL
- Glitter Glue or Glitter Liner
- Purple Cosmetic Glitter

Halloween Costume Ideas 2011 : Peacock number two!

2011-10-29T09:55:00.001-07:00

I promised another peacock look and here it is! This one is still dramatic, but not as much as the previous one! :) I hope you all enjoy it....oh, and I totally forgot to take pictures, because...well, I suck! lol But there is one on the video!

TUTORIAL:

PRODUCTS USED:
- ELF eyelid primer
- Mixing medium (mac Fix+ or ELF setting spray)
- Shadow in Peacock from Spectrum Cosmetics
- NYX ultra pearl mania in Jade Pearl
- ELF waterproof eyeliner pen in black
- NYX jumbo e/s pencil in milk
- any mascara of choice
- thick concealer or glue to cover eyebrow
- Raven e/s from Spectrum Cosmetics
- NYX ulra pearl mania in Penny
- NYX ulra pearl mania in Yellow
- Gold glitter pen
- NYX lipstick in Honey
- Clear gloss of choice
- contour powder for cheecks and nose
- NYC bronzer in Sunny

to see my spectrum cosmetics review, click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YD-pB0T0i-4
to see my peacock look from spectrum: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OkPbf_BKFE

Halloween Costume Ideas 2011 : Dia De Los Muertos (day of the dead) Sugar Skull

2011-10-27T08:28:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! WOW, I am so freaking excited about sharing this tutorial with you all! So this is my actual costume I am wearing this year, a Dia De Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, Sugar Skull. I had an amazing time doing the tutorial, but I also had the BEST TIME doing a Photoshoot for the look with an AMAZING photographer! As the photos trickle in, I promise to post them!! But I couldn't wait to show it to you all!! So if you would like to see how this super awesome look is accomplished, then watch the tutorial below, and for a list of the products I used, look just below the tutorial! HAPPY HALLOWEEN! :)

TUTORIAL:

PRODUCTS USED:
- NYC jumbo eyeshadow pencil in Milk or any white face paint
- white powder or eyeshadow (I used mine our of my coastal scents contour and blush palette)
- NYX jumbo e/s pencil in black bean
- black eyeshadow of choice (I used the one out of my origianl 88 palette)
- white eyeshadow of choice (I used the white in the ELF quad in Drama)
- NYX ultra pearl mania shadow in Torquise Pearl
- Mixing medium such as MAC Fix+ or ELF Studio setting spray (or you can just use water)
- Black pencil eyeliner (use one that is very smoooth...I am using one from Essence)
- Lengthening Mascara (Maybelline XXL)
- Red eyeshadow (mine is out of the same 88 palette)
- Red eyeshadow base or Red lipstick (I used one from NYC)
- Glitter pen's in red and blue (you can also use sequins or rhinestones)
- Temporary Tattoo's (the ones I used are available at Walmart in the Halloween section for $1.98)

FOR THE HAIR:
For my hair, I slicked back the sides and did a very large poof in the front. Then I stuck several flowers on to one side.

FOR THE COSTUME:
Well, I wore a designer gown for my photoshoot! lol But for Halloween, make sure to wear black, lots of lace, and possibly a veil if your going as a widow.

Halloween Costumes 2011 : Mermaid

2011-10-24T20:39:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone! :) Today I am a Mermaid...I think it suits me...maybe Ursula can give me fins instead of legs (however I would NOT want to see me in nothing but sea shells!)

If you notice I am wearing an AMAZING SHARK TOOTH NECKLACE!!!! I had to scream that because...HELLO??? It's a shark tooth necklace, right?!?!?! This was provided for me by Gay, owner of The Sugar Factory. She makes some of the most amazing jewelry you will ever see! And if your in Austin, she hosts "make your own bracelet" parties! How cool is that? Anyway, check out her website and if your in Austin, check out her store...you won't be dissapointed! https://www.gayisber.com/
Like I said, if your in Austin stop by the shop at 1800 West Koenig Lane (near Burnet Road) Austin, Texas 78756 (512.949.9322)
(a close up of the necklace is in the Pictures section below!)

TUTORIAL:

PICTURES:

CLOSE UP OF THE NECKLACE!

ITEMS USED:
- 88 palette (if you dont have the 88 palette you will need shadows in dark jade green, teal blue, medium toned blue, soft yellow)
- NYC liners in moody blue and teal
- NYC lashes (glamour)
- L'oreal clean definition telescopic mascara in black
- NYX ultra pearl mania pigment shadows in Tourquise Pearl, Jade pearl
- Fishnets
- Glitter Pens in green and blue
- ELF Mineral lipstick in Nicely Nude
- Clear Gloss of choice

For Hair:
- 1 in. curling iron
- waving iron
- hairspray

alternate pieces of hair with waving iron and curling into spirals, spray with hairspray

Halloween Costumes 2011 : Dramatic Peacock

2011-10-21T11:25:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone! So this look is one of my peacock looks for Halloween...I will have another peacock look that is not quite so dramatic coming up soon, but for those that want to go all out...this is the tutorial for you! Enjoy, and don't forget to check out the pictures and products below the tutorial! :)

TUTORIAL:

PICTURES:

PRODUCTS USED:

EYES/FACE/LIPS:
- ELF eyelid primer
- Revlon cream shadow in Va Va Va Bloom
- 88 Palette (For Eyes: darkest purple, medium purple, bright pink, cream. For Face: turquoise)
- ELF e/s quad in drama (black and white)
- ELF e/s quad in Blue Moon (navy blue)
- NYX jumbo e/s pencil in Black Bean
- NYX jumbo e/s pencil in Milk
- ELF eyeliner pen in Plum
- L'oreal voluminous mascara in carbon black
- Peacock Feathers (can purchase at any craft store)
- Eyelash glue (I'm using Revlon)
- Purple Crystals (I got mine at Michaels in the scrapbooking section)
- NYX ultra pearl mania shadow in Purple
- Clear Gloss (any brand you prefer)
- ELF eyeliner in Silver

Halloween 2011 Costumes : The Dark Fairy

2011-10-18T15:48:00.000-07:00

The classic play on good vs. evil....you have seen my GOOD FAIRY....now comes the dark side! (I feel like I should be saying, Luke...I am your FAH-THA! Come to the daaahhhkkkk side)

So if you want to be a more sexy, dark version of a fairy, then check out the tutorial below as well as pictures of the final look and a list of products that I used:

TUTORIAL:

PICTURES:

PRODUCTS USED:
EYES/FACE/LIPS -
- ELF eyelid primer
- ELF all over cover stick's in Toffee and Ivory
- NYX jumbo e/s stick in Black Bean
- ELF e/s quads in Drama (black) and Butternut
- ELF eyeliner in brown (this is the regular eyeliner, not the eyeliner pen)
- Mascara (I used the Almay one click mascara)
- Brown Eyeliner (I used one from LA colors)
- NYX glitter palette in fresh greens (for gold glitter)
- Cosmetic Glitter in Darkest Blue and Chocolate and 14 carat gold (make sure you are using cosmetic grade glitter that is very finely milled! Again, NYX has some great ones as does MAC, I bought mine at a cosmetic supply store)
- Glitter Pen in Gold
- Black Eyeliner for Lips (I used my Urban Decay 24/7 liner in zero)
- NYX round lipstick in Metis
- Clear Gloss (any brand will work)

NAILS -
- Wet n' Wild polish in Black
- NYC in White Lights Glitter
- L.A.Colors Art Deco striper in Gold Glitter

HAIR -
Same as the good fairy, hair curled with a 1 inch curling iron, then pulled through a bit, LOTS of teasing at top to make it look fuller and more sexy!

Halloween 2011 Costumes : The Good Fairy

2011-10-15T18:11:00.000-07:00

EEEEEKKKK!!! I am having THE BEST TIME making these Halloween Tutorials! I hope you are all enjoying them as well!! Today is the Good Fairy! I also have a Dark Fairy coming up, so don't miss that!!

This look is beautiful, light, and glittery! Mine is purple, but if your costume is pink, blue, green, whatever...just do it in your colors! :)

Here is the tutorial, pictures, and a list of products I used! ENJOY!!

TUTORIAL:

PRODUCTS:

EYES/FACE/LIPS:
- ELF eyelid primer
- NYX jumbo e/s pencil in milk
- ELF e/s quads in Silver Lining and Punk Funk
- ELF waterproof eyeliner pen in Plum
- Glitter Liner in silver (any brand will work, NYX has some great ones!)
- Cosmetic Glitter in reflects purple and lilac/violet (make sure you are using cosmetic grade glitter that is very finely milled! Again, NYX has some great ones as does MAC, I bought mine at a cosmetic supply store)
- Swavarski Crystals (or any sort of small crystal's)
- Lash Glue (any brand that you like, Im using Revlon)
- L'Oreal Mascara in Clean Definition Telescopic
- NYC lipstick in Chiffon
- Clear Gloss (any brand that you like)

NAILS:
- Taupe from Forever 21
- NYC White Lights Glitter
- L.A. Colors Art Deco striper in Silver Glitter

HAIR:
Curl with a 1in. curling iron and pull curls through a bit

PICTURES:

Halloween 2011 Costumes : Vampire / Dark Gypsy

2011-10-12T16:42:00.000-07:00

Happy Halloweeeeeeeeeeennnnnn! Another costume look for you, actually this is two looks in one! This is my Vampire/Dark Gypsy look! Very easy and PERFECT for last minute! Check out the tutorial and pictures, and then I will list all of the products I used below as well as Costume Options! :)

Tutorial:

Pictures:

Products Used:
- ELF eyelid primer
- NYX jumbo e/s pencil in Black Bean
- ELF e/s quad in Drama (black and white)
- NYX jumbo e/s pencil in milk
- 88 palette (dark red and orangy red)
- ELF clear eyebrow setter
- False Lashes of choice
- L'Oreal Voluminous mascara in Carbon Black
- Contour Powder of choice
- ELF studio blush in Berry Merry
- NYC lipstick in retro red

Nails:
- OPI thanks so muchness
- Forever 21 gold glitter (no name)

Costumes:
The wig is called the "Lucious Layers Wig", $5.99 @ Walmart

For Gypsy - peasant top and layered skirt, scarfs for waist and head, lots of gold jewelry

For Vampire - all black head to toe, chunky godthic style jewelry, fangs ($4 @ Walmart)

Halloween 2011 Costumes : Ke$ha

2011-10-10T14:11:00.000-07:00

Hello my beauty bargainistas! Another Halloween look that is SO easy and cheap to do! This time it's Ke$ha! I love her style because it's a kind of "I dont give a damn what you think, Im gonna do what I want" sort of vibe...a girl after my own heart! lol But this is a look you can only pull off on Halloween, which I LOVE! So grab some glitter and show people that We R who We R! :)

Inspiration Pic:

Tutorial:

Products Used:

- Eye Primer of choice
- NYX Jump Eyeshadow Pencil in Black Bean
- Black E/S (I used the one from the ELF quad in Drama)
- Shimmery Beige e/s (I used one from the 88 neutral palette)
- Glitter liner (optional, you can also use glitter glue or spirit gum)
- Loose Silver Micro-glitter
- Swarovski Crystals
- Lash Glue
- Ardelle #137 lashes
- L'Oreal Voluminous mascara in Carbon Black
- Clear Lipgloss of choice

For hair:
I crimped my hair with a three barrel waving iron and messed it up with Johnathan brand "Dirt" molding paste
to make it look a little dirty

For costume:
wear lots of sparkle!

Pictures:

Halloween 2011 Costumes: Greek Goddess

2011-10-08T12:20:00.000-07:00

Helloooooooooo everyone! Halloween is just around the corner and I have some super easy and fun looks for you to have a wonderful costume this year! This is the first in my Halloween 2011 series, the Greek Goddess (could also be called a Grecian Goddess, Toga Princess, whatever). It's beautiful and gold and bronze...very flattering and so easy to do! So grab your Toga and your passport as I take you off to Greece....

TUTORIAL:

PROODUCTS USED:

- ELF eyelid primer
- NYX jumbo eyeshadow pencil in Gold
- 88 Neurtral Palette
- ELF waterproof eyeliner pen in Black
- Ardel Demi Whispies lashes
- L'Oreal Collagen Injection Mascara in Blackest Black
- Mary Kay Timewise Matte Wear Foundation
- MAC studio finish concealer
- ELF Studio HD powder
- Coastal Scents Countour and Blush Palette
- ELF healthy glow bronzer in Sunkissed
- NYX round lipstick in Metis
- clear gloss of your choice

FOR COSTUME:
- Toga (white sheet or fabric)
- Large Gold Earrings
- Gold Headband
- Gold Sandals

FOR HAIR:
- Crimp hair with a three barrel waving iron and pin back into updo
- set with hairspray

PICTURES OF THE FINAL LOOK:

Where Have You Been???

2011-09-20T20:35:00.001-07:00

Hey Everyone! I have missed you all....check out the video to see where I have been and what's coming your way shortly!

Hello Kitty and Leopard Print Nail Art Design

2011-09-17T11:27:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone!

Happy Saturday! I hope you are all having a wonderful weekend so far! I thought I would share a fun nail design for you before fall comes around! This one is a Leopard print nail with a super fun hello kitty accent. Of course you could just skip the hello kitty or skip the leopard...make it your own! Swich up the colors and have fun with it!

Check out the Tutorial here:

Items you will need:
- Wet N' Wild in french pink
- Wet N' Wild in french white
- NYC in Taxi Yellow Creme (optional)
- L.A. Colors in Yellow
- L.A.Colors nail striper in Black
- O.P.I. in Thanks So Muchness (or any red you have on hand since this was limited edition)
- You favorite top coat

Austin Fashion Week part 3

2011-09-10T17:05:00.001-07:00

Last video from Austin Fashion Week 2011! This was footage from the Kramp Kouture runway show hosted by ULTA. It was a super fun show, love the style! This girl is the next Betsy Johnson!!!

Check it out! :)

Austin Fashion Week part 2

2011-09-06T14:14:00.000-07:00

My day from Austin Fashion week, DAY 2!

Austin Fashion Week Part 1

2011-08-27T10:21:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone!

So Austin Fashion Week comes to an end tonight at the Awards ceremony. I have had such an amazing week meeting designers, stylists, photographers, fellow makeup artist, hair designers, and more!

This video is a recap of day one for me, which was Sunday. I went to an event at Thomas Savrio Salon featuring designs by Adrienne Yunger. Below are some photos of the event, check out everyone by clicking their names above and enjoy Part one of my AFW recap! :)

you can view my article about this event on Fashionably Austin.

Huge News! Austin Fashion Week!

2011-08-19T17:47:00.001-07:00

Check out the video below to see my HUGE news!!! :)

Beautiful Customizable Fashion

2011-08-16T15:19:00.000-07:00

Summer is here and Fall is just around the corner...and that means fashion that is light and airy...not just in feeling but in my wallet also! I have several dresses, tops, and pants that I LOVE from eShakti. These are all affordable, but also customizable! What's not to love?

Also, use the promo code CHEAPFASHION0811 to get $20.00 off your order until September 15, 2011!

Here are some of my favorite items:

Ruffle front cotton knit dress $59.95

Embroidered floral cutwork top $49.95
Denim chambray straight leg pants $49.95

Need a perfect little black dress?...
Woven crepe bubble dress $59.95

Bow-front corset style maxi dress $64.95

Paint your nails with tape!

2011-08-11T15:07:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone! Another nail tutorial, this time with a play on not just color, but also on textures!
I used crafting scissors to create a ton of looks! Check out the video below to see what you can do too!

You can use ANY nail colors for this tutorial, but these are the ones I am wearing:

CQ nail polish in Vintage Grey
Wet n' Wild nail polish in Black
Scrapbooking Scissors (pattern of choice)
Scotch tape

Try different colors and textures to make it even more fun!

Blah......

2011-08-10T20:25:00.001-07:00

So this post has nothing to do with beauty....except for the fact that I am rocking the slicked back ponytail and no makeup. Why you ask? Well...that's because its 107 degrees here in Austin and my AC in my car went out yesterday! What the frig? I can't stand driving with no AC when its that hot! Did I mention that my car is black and has all black leather seats? LOL Anyway, I just thought I would get this off my chest since I needed to rant a little bit! Thanks for letting me share! LOL!! I hope everyone else is staying cool and safe and that you aren't having to deal with this crappy weather! :(

P.S. Hey Texas? Satan called...he wants his weather back!

Review: Sigma F80 Flat Top Kabuki Brush

2011-08-03T07:49:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone!

So I recorded this video about 4 months ago and totally forgot about it! I wanted to post it though because this is a great product! The Sigma (Sigmax) F80 flat top kabuki brush! This is a great brush....to see my full review of the brush, watch the video below!

To purchase Sigma Brushes, CLICK HERE!
To become a Sigma Affiliate, CLICK HERE!

You Nailed It! Fun Summer Nails

2011-07-30T13:07:00.000-07:00

Whether your tanning on the beach or relaxing in the shade, the summer calls for some fun summer nails! I am showing you several different looks that you can do all together or just choice one! Swich up the colors, let your imagination be your guide!

Check out the Tutorial:

Items I used:
- A Green Nail Polish (Luxury Lime Creme from NYC)
- A Blue Nail Polish (Cashmere Creme from NYC)
- A Purple Nail Polish (Sally Hansen HD in Purple)
- A White Nail Polish (French White from Wet n' Wild)
- A Pink Nail Polish (French Pink from Wet n' Wild)
- A Black Striper (L.A. Colors in black)
- A Green Srtiper (L.A. Colors in green)
- A Green Glitter Striper (L.A. Colors in green glitter)
- a bobby pin or small dotting tool
- tooth pick
Pictures of the look:

E.L.F. quad series in Ivy, green smokey eyes

2011-07-29T10:24:00.000-07:00

Hey Beauties! Another instilation of an ELF quad series? I THINK SO!! I love the way this look turned out using the ELF quad in IVY! Check out the tutorial below as well as the list of products and pictures! :)

TUTORIAL:

PRODUCTS I USED:
EYES:
ELF eyelid primer
ELF all over cover stick in honey
ELF duo eyeshadow cream in olive
ELF brightening eyeshadow quad in Ivy
Urban Decay 24/7 Liner in Zero
L'Oreal Clean Definition Telescopic Mascara in black
L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara in Blackest Black
Sonia Kashuk Lashes
Revlon Lash Glue

FACE:
Peach/Pink blush (suggest NARS Orgasm)
NYC bronzer in Sunny (not shown on camera)

LIPS:
NYX lipstick in Iris
Revlon beyond natural cream gloss in Nude

PICTURES OF THE LOOK:

Hair Care Routine: Requested!

2011-07-21T07:19:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone!
This video was requested on my youtube channel by user Jamiee605. Jamie asked for me to show you all my hair care routine...be sure to watch the video of me explaining about my hair and what I do to it, and there is a list of products below of what I use on my hair! :)

PRODUCTS I USE:
Aussie Awesome Volume shampoo and conditioner
Corioliss Leave in Protection Mist
VO5 Extreme style heat defense conditioning spray
Tressemme smooth no friz shine spray
Garnier Fructis full control anti-humidity hairspray

Hair Color: Revlon Color Silk #40 (Medium Ash Brown)

Hair Tutorial: Faux Side Bun or Pony

2011-07-19T10:56:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone! So I am still in the process of moving, need to get my room painted so I can hang my lights and start making videos. This video was obviously filmed a while back, when my hair was brunette...so no, I didn't go back...YET! lol Im sure I will though. I find that there aren't many tutorials for those of us with medium length hair, so I wanted to come up with a few ideas for you all!

I hope you enjoy the video! If you can not view it here, then CLICK HERE to watch it on youtube.

you will need:
teasing brush or comb
hair spray
hair tie
bobby pins

VIDEO TUTORIAL:

(wearing my ethereal makeup tutorial look)