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Wednesday 12 December 2012

Products I've Used Up Lately!

I am constantly seeing other gurus on Youtube make these sorts of videos, and finally after watching a number of them over the past few months, I figured I would give it a shot! 

I enjoyed filming this and I think this will inspire me to begin breaking out half used products to finish them off so I can do these types of videos more often! I have far to many products with just under half still left in said tube/bottle/jar etc. I am not brave enough to commit to project 10 pan or anything like that, but I will say this is a good step in the right direction! 


Let me know what kind of products you've used up lately! 


Until next time! 

xo, Hannah

Tuesday 11 December 2012

Through the Eyes of My Instagram #8




My favorite mascara combo of the moment


Little leopard baby (Harper)


My new baby - early Christmas gift from J. Nikon D5100 - this is going to play a huge role in my blogging from now on! 

OOTD


Cozy Volcom hat stolen from little brother


One of my most favorite candles at the moment - Cinnamon and clove buds from BBW 


Little cuties in their outfits from their Aunt Kristan (Carter's) 


Yes, they were delish!


Couldn't pass these up - H&M 3/4 length sleeve fitted dress for $7 on the clearance rack (reason why I got it in both colors!)


Cute cards I found 


My little girls turned 5 months on December 3rd! They're growing WAY too fast for my liking! 


Caramel Brule Latte - absolute favorite seasonal drink from Starbucks



My Instagram - Adoramakeupbeauty
Follow me for lots of new photos - I try to post daily! 


Until next time!

xo, Hannah

Monday 10 December 2012

Rimmel London Kate Moss Lipsticks - Review & Swatches

First off I want to apologize for my extreme slacking in regards to blog posts over the past month. I am really trying to get better at making the time each week to commit to blogging, but with twins it is extremely hard!

Now that I have apologies out of the way, I can tell you about my new lippy loves. Rimmel came out with these Kate Moss lipsticks a while back, and over the past couple months I have caved and picked up three different shades to test out. 
I have sampled other Rimmel lipsticks before, the ones in the shiny purple packaging though (not sure what they are designated as?), and have enjoyed all that I've tried. These have followed suite for me, I've been really enjoying them! 

I'll start off by saying I enjoy the packaging. For being a drugstore product I appreciate that it isn't like the other Rimmel lipsticks I own, bright metallic packaging, which can come off as slightly tacky. These are a matte black and simply have the signature Rimmel crown on the top of the cap and have Kate and a heart on the side of the cap. 

The one thing that bugs me however, there's no names! I always love when products have super cute names - I've always thought that would be a fun job to have actually, naming lipstick and nail polish colors! So when a company can't bother to name their products and simply resorts to numbers I can't help but be a little annoyed with their lack of effort. 

The collection is marketed as 'Lasting Finish' - so basically it is similar to pro long wear and/or superstay products from other companies. I don't feel the staying power is that miraculous or different from the usual lipstick, I would say from personal use they will last about 4 hours, but much less if you are eating or drinking. After about 4 hours I found they began to fade and slip slightly. They didn't look terrible by any means, but reapplying is a must to keep the bold pop all day long. 

There is a variety of shades available, from pinks and nudes to reds and deeper vampy purples as well. I picked mine up at Walmart for about $6 CAD - can't go wrong for the price thats for sure! My store had about 10 different shades, but I believe more are available, it just depends on what specific stores carry. 

(Swatches in same order as above - 01, 11, 14)  

The two red shades I chose - 01 and 11 are gorgeous and I've been wearing them a fair bit this past month or so. 01 has more of a hint of orange in it, where has 11 is more of a blue undertone red. It all depends on your skin tone really to find the perfect red for you, but both of these I feel work well for me. I also picked up 14, which is a pinky-brown sort of nude - certainly deeper than any other nude I own, which makes it more suitable for winter. 

So there you have it! Over all I would certainly recommend these, especially for the slim price tag. I think there is a perfect color for everyone in this collection! 


Until next time!

xo, Hannah


Friday 16 November 2012

Warm & Cozy Makeup Look



It's that time of year again, the weather is getting colder and everyone is beginning to bundle up. Along with the change in seasons, there is a change in what makeup I have a tendency to reach for. I have really been into deeper makeup looks, and have been using a lot more shimmery champagne shades along with deeper browns and purples. This look includes the later - deep and warm purples, which I use to make a smoldering eye. This look could easily be turned up another notch, by lining the waterline in black, doing a heavier liner and adding false lashes. 

Products Used
Urban Decay Primer Potion
Revlon Cream Shadow Quad
Coastal Scents Blush and Eyeshadow Palette
Naked 1 Palette 
Loreal Liner 
Loreal Voluminous 24 Mascara & Maybelline Cat Eye Voluminous Mascara
MAC High Tea on my lips




Hope you guys enjoyed seeing this look I've been loving lately! 


xo, Hannah

Sunday 11 November 2012

I ♡ Drugstore Makeup Tag & Giveaway!

In honor of my 50th Youtube video on my Adoramakeupbeauty channel, I decided to host a little giveaway involving some of my favorite drug store products - I thought doing this tag video would be very appropriate given the theme of the giveaway! 


Questions:
1. What is your favorite drugstore makeup brand?
2. What are your favorite face, cheek and lip products?
3. Least favorite product?
4. What is the best makeup bargain?
5. What is your favorite underdog product? (Something you love that often gets overlooked?)
6. A drugstore product that is overpriced?
7. Show your best drugstore dupe(s)!!
8. Drugstore product that isn't worth the hype?


RULES:
1. You must be 18 years of age, or have parental consent!
2. You must be subscribed to me!
3. You must be following me on Twitter - https://twitter.com/adoramakeupb
4. You must comment on this video stating 3 of your favorite drug store products - Limit of one comment per day! Please do not spam or you will be disqualified. 
5. International give away - open to all! 
7. Contest will close Sunday November 18th at 12 PM EST! 

I have always tried to have my blog and Youtube channel closely linked and involved with each other, that be said I am giving all my lovely blog readers the opportunity to enter this giveaway as well, just click on the video above (and don't forget to read the rules!) 
The contest is still open for another week so you have tons of time to enter for a chance to win all the products I mention at the end of the video! 

Good luck! 

xo, Hannah

Saturday 3 November 2012

October 2012 Favorites




Maybelline Colossal Volume Express Cat Eye Mascara

Mac Mineralize e/s Twilight Falls

(Left) Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Romatic
(Right) CO Bigelow Sheer Lip Tint in Sheer Rose

Sunday 28 October 2012

Update Your Makeup Bag for Fall!

Here are just a few tips on how to update your makeup bag for fall. Watch the video for full details! 




(Rimmel - 01, Revlon - Rosy Nude, Loreal - Nude)

(Essie 'Bahama Mama' and 'Good as Gold')

(Urban Decay 'Mildew' and 'Side Car')


Hope you guys enjoyed this little post/video! 

Until next time,

xo, Hannah

Tuesday 16 October 2012

I ♥ fall TAG



Everyone loves a good tag video every once in a while!
I decided this would be the perfect fit for me as of lately - who seriously doesn't love.. er, excuse me! HEART fall anyways? 

Feel free to do this tag video yourself and leave me a link to yours in the comments, OR just go right ahead and answer these questions in the comments if you prefer! 


QUESTIONS:

1. Favorite Fall lip product?
2. Favorite Fall Nail Polish?
3. Favorite Starbucks Fall Drink?
4. Favorite Fall Candle?

5. Favorite Fall Scarf or accessory
6. Haunted house, haunted hay ride, or haunted corn maze?

7. Favorite Halloween movie?
8. Favorite candy to eat on Halloween?
9. What are you dressing up as for Halloween?!

10. What is your Favorite thing about Fall?





Wednesday 10 October 2012

Favorite Fall Eye Look of the Moment

Hey everyone! I just wanted to share this little 'get ready with me' video I made which shows you how I've been doing my eye makeup this past while. I have been absolutely loving this eyeshadow combo for this fall - warm and slightly smokey, but also very appropriate for everyday wear! 




Products Used;
Maybelline 24hr cream shadow - Tough as Taupe
Mac e/s - Mylar
Mac e/s - Soft Brown
Maybelline Shadow - Shimmery Taupe shade from the Natural Smokes Quad
Maybelline Shadow - Redish Brown shade from the Natural Smokes Quad
Urban Decay e/s - Hustle from Naked 1 
Rimmel Liner - Black
Loreal Mascara - Power Collagen in Black



xo, Hannah

Friday 5 October 2012

Makeup Collection and Storage!

My makeup collection/storage has been a very requested video indeed, ever since I began doing Youtube videos. I finally decided to clean up my act and film this, and I'm actually super glad I did. 

As I mentioned in the video, I am not trying to brag/flaunt what I have, I did this video to respond to peoples requests, and lets face it, I'm a huge sucker for these types of videos, I love watching them myself! 


Both storage drawers I use, as well as the drawer dividers are from Walmart, and even if you can't get the exact same thing, I'm certain you can find something very similar. Also, the brown basket I store some of my lip glosses in is from a dollar store! 

Until next time! 

xo, Hannah

DIY - Glitter Makeup Brush Holder

I love Youtube for many reasons, but a huge one is the amazing inspirational ideas you can obtain from watching videos. There are SO many creative and thoughtful people out there! 
I credit this tutorial to Missglamorazzi, you can watch her video tutorial version here!


You will need!
A used up candle (I'm using a Slatkin & Co. candle but any candle would do!) 
Mod Podge in either a matte or gloss finish
Glitter in the color of your choice
A craft brush
Some nail polish remover
A couple of cotton pads 
Dish Soap 
A knife 
(Oh and don't forget, something to cover your work area.. unless you want glue and glitter everywhere!) 


Step 1
Place your used up candle in the freezer for at least 30 minutes, this will make the remaining wax easier to remove. 
Once the time has elapsed, pull your candle out and grab your knife. Press the knife in and twist slightly in several areas in the wax to break the wax into smaller more workable pieces so it will be easier scoop out. See image bellow.



Step 2 
Once the wax has all been removed there is still going to be residue from the glue that was holding the wicks in place. Grab your cotton pad and some nail polish remover and rub the sticky areas, the nail polish should bring the glue up easily. 
Follow up by giving the container a good wash with some hot soapy water - this should help when you get to the next step as well. 


Step 3
You can then use your knife to peel up the labels on both the front and bottom of the container. You can follow up by rubbing these areas with a little more nail polish remover to get any remaining glue residue from the surface. 
Follow up with one final good wash with warm soapy water.  



Step 4
Grab your paint brush and Mod Podge and paint the inside of your container with a thin even coating. 


Step 5
While working over the paper you layed out, dump your glitter (a generous amount) into the container and begin shaking/rotating the container to coat the inside thoroughly. 
Once you feel you have the interior well coated with your glitter, let sit for at least 2 hours so that the glue has had sufficient time to dry. 
Finally, turn the container upside down and tap out any excess glitter before putting your brushes (or whatever else you decide) into your new, sparkly container! 



And there you have it! 
The perfect way to use up any old candles you have laying around, without a clue what to do with! 


I hope you enjoyed this DIY! I love doing crafty things so let me know if you'd like to see more posts like this one! 

Until next time!

xo, Hannah

Thursday 4 October 2012

Nail of the Day - Essie 'Bahama Mama'

How could you possibly go wrong when sporting a color like this through the fall months?

I am in love! I had seen enough people rave about this color on blogs/Youtube so I finally caved and purchased it a few weeks back. I finally got around to putting it on my nails for the first time a few days ago and I cannot stop starring at my hands (don't you love when a good nail polish does that?). 


As with most Essie polishes it applies perfectly with the need for only two coats. Personally if a polish takes more than two, I really can't be bothered to use it all that often. 

It is the perfect mix of berry, wine and plum colors all mixed into one. I plan on rocking this nail look again this weekend as it is Thank Giving weekend for us Canadians. I think it will go nicely with the festivities and the beautiful fall colors that are popping up on every tree and shrub lately. 

What are some of your favorite fall nail shades?

xo, Hannah

Wednesday 3 October 2012

Loving Lately: Golden Eyes & My Top Eyeshadow Picks to Get the Look!

My makeup routine lately has been pretty simple and basic, after having twins you really can't expect much else after all! One thing I have been really enjoying however is a simple wash of a gold shadow over the lid, plus some black liner and a mascara. If I'm feeling extra daring, or have the time to spare, I will go in with darker brown shadows in the outer V to create a more 'complex' look, but for every day wear simple is best! 


Urban Decay e/s - Half Baked (Naked 1 palette) 

One of my all time favorite golds, and I'm certain others can agree, is Half Baked by UD. It is literally the perfect gold and applies so easily to the lid - you can do a light wash, or use a dense brush to pack on the color for a more intense look. If you don't want to put your money into the Naked Palette, you can always pick up this shadow in a single pot form. 

Loreal e/s Quad in Kerri's Bronzes

This is a fantastic palette for the price, I am a real lover of all Loreal palettes in fact. This one in particular has been meeting my needs nicely lately - it has the perfect four shades for a lovely fall eye look. Of course you can use these shadows separately or all together, both options are fantastic! 

Elf mineral e/s in Natural

Out of all the shadows I am showing you, this one is by far the furthest from your standard 'gold' shadow. This is much more of a cross between a champagne and gold - although it appears to have peachy tones in the pot it does not come out that way when applied to the eye. These mineral shadows are fabulous actually, and for a mere $3 you really can't go wrong - much more affordable than Mac pigments that's for sure! 

Mac e/s in Honey Lust

This comes off as more of a peachy gold, at least on my skin tone, but because of that it makes it a great shadow for every day wear, being not as intense a golden look as Half Baked would be. I do find there is some fall out with this shadow, but it's nothing a light sweep of a fluffy brush over your cheeks wont fix! 


I hope you all enjoyed this look into my favorite golden shadows! Let me know if you have a favorite golden shadow as I'm always looking for new products to try! 

xo, Hannah

Tuesday 2 October 2012

September 2012 Favorites - I'm Back!

Hey Guys! 

So as I have already mentioned, I gave birth to my twin girls on July 3rd, and needless to say, things have been pretty crazy around my household! But as I am getting into a better routine I am trying to get back into blogging and also filming for my Youtube channel.

That being said, I have a new monthly favorites video today! 
A lot of people love these types of videos so I figured this would be the perfect place to start off!


Hope you all enjoy this and I will be back with many more blog posts and updates soon! 

xo, Hannah

Wednesday 18 July 2012

Through the Eyes of My Instagram #7

This Instagram post pretty much explains what my life has been like over these past two weeks. Yes I did indeed give birth finally!! I now have two beautiful daughters, Hayden and Harper - born on July 3rd 2012 at 4:06pm and 4:10pm weighing 5.7lbs and 5.2lbs! My life has obviously done a 360, but only in the best way possible.

As you might have expected I will not be blogging on such a regular basis, but I will certainly do my very best! Also, if any of you would be interested in a birth story I would be more than happy to do that - it was the most amazing experience of my life, I highly doubt anything could possible top that. 

My finally belly shot - 37 weeks 5 days. It was bright and early, heading to my induction
Harper - a shot while she was still in the hospital

Hayden - all buckled in and ready to roll

One of the first pictures I took and put up for all to see, only a day old each here

Hayden

So much love for both of them its crazy

The two of them finally home and in their own cribs after over a week stay in hospital.
Coffee!.. need I say more? It is what keeps my eyes open haha



Follow me on Instagram for updates! - hannah_griffin


Until next time!

xo, Hannah

Monday 16 July 2012

Top 10 Summer Nail Polish Picks


Revlon 'Minted'
Elf 'Fire Coral'
Sally Hansen 'Raspberry Race'
OPI 'The IT Color'
Essie 'Bikini So Teeny'
Essie 'Cute as a Button'
Essie 'Watermelon'
China Glaze 'Sexy in the City'
China Glaze 'Pink Voltage'
China Glaze 'Flip Flop Fantasy' 





Monday 2 July 2012

FOTD - July 1st 2012

(photo taken on my iPhone) 

Toasted - all over the lid 
(this is probably my favorite color out of the whole Naked 1 palette!) 


Naked - used to blend into the crease 


I've done this eyeshadow look so many times over the past month or so especially. I love it because it's really flattering to my blue eyes, and also super easy to pull off, even on an every day basis. 


For the rest of my face I went very light, I decided to not use foundation at all. 

Face;
Rimmel Fix and Perfect Foundation Primer
Maybelline Age Rewind Under Eye Concealer 
Mac MSF Natural 
Mac Blush in Fleet Fast

Eyes;
UD Primer Potion Original
UD Naked 1 e/s in Toasted & Naked
Loreal Carbon Black Liner
Maybelline Falsies Mascara 


xo, Hannah