Sunday, August 16, 2015

MAKEUP TUTS: SMOKEY TEAL

Hello Earthlings!
I have a new video up on my YouTube Channel! Please check it out and feel free to leave your thoughts! I didn't feel like doing a voice over since I'd usually just record my audio with my phone. I think I'll be doing voice overs more often when I buy a better mic. Until then, I hope you will enjoy this tutorial on how I achieved this look below. Click here to see my video!



Wednesday, August 12, 2015

ME BEFORE YOU : THOUGHTS

Dear Earthlings, 

I've recently finished reading/listening to Me Before You by Jojo Moyes. (careful: spoilers included). I have conflicted thoughts towards this book. It made my eyes water. It made me angry. It made me resentful. It made me content. This is all because of Will Traynor. Damn you. But then again, can I really say that? I'm not sure. 

Assisted Suicide. What are your thoughts on this subject? As for myself, I don't think I'd be on either side of this debate. I don't know what goes on in the mind of someone who is terminally ill and in constant pain. I cannot judge them for a decision that is theirs to make. In a way, I feel they are selfish but I also understand. It's not an easy side to choose.

This book has assisted me in leaning towards being supportive. I'm a very optimistic being and I'm always trying to find reasons for every action but what about hope? I suppose all of Will's hope was eventually invested in Louisa. I suppose I can rest knowing he was content with the fact that he found peace in Louisa. I suppose he is now living vicariously through her...on the other side. 

Love, Nara

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

INSTAGRAM: FOLLOW ME, I'LL FOLLOW BACK

    Hello lovely earthlings! I haven't posted anything in awhile. I'm struggling to squeeze in time for everything.

    However, I wanted to share my instagram with all of you really quick! I do follow back.

   I sometimes tend to start something, pause and start again. My goal is to stay consistent.

I feel it would help to know there are others out there with the same passion and drive who will support me. I would love to build friendships with passionate individuals with common interests!

I wish all of you a lovely week. Let's get over the hump tomorrow and get this weekend started already!

By the way, what are your plans for the weekend? 



Love, Nara

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Friday, August 7, 2015

LIPPIES ON THE LOW LOW : NYX BUTTER LIPSTICK

Hello earthlings! Guess where I found these babies?  Have  you come up with  anything? Target? Ulta? Nope. I found these bad boys at the 99 Cents Only Discount Store. Not the mom and pop kind, the franchise one. These were $1.49 each! The only downfall is that the seal is broken and you have to find one that is untouched. I got pretty lucky. Although they appeared to be untouched, I wanted to be certain I didn't get sick or infected with anything so I sprayed the lipstick with 99% alcohol to disinfect them. I usually pay about 6 bucks each for these. From left to right: Explosif, Taffy, Fireball, Razzle, Hunk and Licorice.
These butter lipsticks are very moisturizing. Some colors may take a few layers for opacity while others only need one layer. The darker colors seem to stain my lips a little but I'm okay with that! To your right, you'll see the swatches on my forearm. Apologies in advance: they are swatched in the reverse order. My favorite will have to be Licorice, Hunk and Explosif. I'm not always brave enough to rock a hot pink or orange tone which explains why those certain colors are my favorite. 
I got the order right this time! From left to right starting at the top: Explosif, Taffy, Fireball, Razzle and Licorice. You can see the colors appear to be different from my swatches. Don't be alarmed, the swatches are legit. The color on your arm and your lips will always make your non-opaque lippies have a different outcome. In this photo on the left, I added a few layers so the color of my natural lips didn't show through. 

So what do you think? Is it worth the buck fifty? I think so! You can always use these as a tinted lip balm by applying one layer since they are so moisturizing. That's pretty big of me to say as my lips tend to be dry majority of the time.  


Your fellow earthling, Nara ;]


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Wednesday, August 5, 2015

MAKEUP TUTS: ROMANTICAL LOOK

Hello my beautiful earthlings!


I've been wanting to try this whole youtube thing out. I've created this romantic look and decided to record while doing so! I used the Lime Crime Venus Palette (The Grunge Palette). All other products are listed in the description box. I've really got to invest in some better lighting since I'm always working during the day and have to record in the evening. Soon, my dear, soon. Until then, I hope you'll enjoy the video! Please don't hesitate to leave your thoughts and requests! Thank you for your time. Click here for the video. 

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