The Make Up Show-Chicago

I'm BAAAAAAACK! And this time with a HUGE HAUL! Sorry about being M.I.A, but as most of you know my teaching end-of-school-year duties called. It actually worked to my benefit because my busy schedule also didn't allow me time to shop for make up and in turn my pennies were saved for the big event. I recently went to THE MAKE UP SHOW in Chicago and it was heaven on earth! Every item at this show is discounted by 30%-40% so of course I took advantage to get a laundry list of things that I have been wanting to try. Click on the titles for a direct link to the products website (warning, they will show the original price, not the price I paid).

While I love many of these products already, I plan on filming a follow up video in a couple of weeks once I have used the new product to see if I "loved" or "disliked" them.

INGLOT

I honestly think that that these eyeshadows have moved up to the top of my favorites! CREAMY, SOFT, PIGMENTED, BLENDABLE, HUGE SELECTION, and almost 2x more product than Mac shadows for less money. Did I mention that their 10 palette case is amazing for traveling and for Bridal Work. I'm in love. 

Face & Body- Cream Powder: I plan on using this as my contour color. I've decide that I cannot use powder for my contour color because I am dry in that area and it looks blotchy with powder. I am currently using one from MAC but it was limited edition and i'm about running out of it so this purchase made sense.

Make Up Forever-11 Foundation Palette

I have never seen this product from Make Up Forever and was introduced to it at the show. I have a couple of gigs coming up so I will definitely use it report the results.

RCMA Kehoe Shinto Concealer Palette

In my many years of bridal makeup I have tried several concealer palettes and they are always so dry that I have to mix them with moisturizer or some kind of spray. I was able to swatch these at the show and right away I saw a world of difference in comparison to the ones i've owned in the past. I guess only the "gigs" will tell.

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer

Several "You tube" gurus including Makeup Geek and Wayne Goss rant and rave about these. This was actually NOT part of my list but I had the NARS lady try it on me and I love the way it looked instantly. I have lines under my eyes and the biggest test a concealer needs to pass in my book is ANTI CREASING! We'll see if these pass the test.

NARS Larger Then Life Eyeliner-Via Veneto

This is yet again recommended by my fellow Youtube make up people. I have yet to find one that it truly long-wear especially for my lower lash line. I'll keep you posted. Oh, p.s. its just a black liner.

NARS Satin Lip Pencil

Also not part of my list, but again I tried it on and I was SOLD! This pink worked so nicely with my skin tone and its awesome for the summer!

Z-Palette

This was definitely on my list because I love my Wet n' Wild shadows and use them all the time, but its a bit annoying to have them in 5 different mini-palettes. These Z-palettes are magnetic and once you depot the individual shadows, the plan is to have them all in one palette. If you look closely at the picture inside the palette you'll get a better idea.


Anastasia-Brow Wiz

So excited about this eyebrow pencil. I got the color "medium ash" (supposedly its a universal color for many brows). I've been wanting to get my hands on one of these from Anastasia.

Smashbox Photo Finish Face Primer

Here are the claims from the website and the reasons why I purchased it...
Our oil-free, 60% water based primer is ideal for oily, acne-prone or sensitive skin. This silky blend of vitamins and antioxidants can be worn alone or under foundation to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores for visibly softer skin. The revolutionary formula has oil absorbers for a smooth matte finish all day, light diffusers to minimize the appearance of imperfections, and vitamin C and peptides to help even skin tone and promote collagen production for a flawless future. Now in a sleek tube for perfect dispensing down to the last drop! Winner of Allure Magazine's Best of Beauty Award for Best Primer. 

Crown Brushes

This is a more reasonably priced brush brand and I have only seen these sold online, but was excited that they had a stand at THE MAKE UP SHOW. They don't have number on them so I'll just tell you how I will use them from top to bottom. 1. smudger brush for eyeliner and smokey looks, 2. flat shader brush to pack on the shadow on the lid, 3. foundation brush for liquid foundation, 4. mascara brush it is meant to go over the top of the eyelashes to eliminate any fall-out eyeshadow on the lashes, 5. lip brush and its self explanatory.

Bdellium Tools

I actually have never heard of this company but they had the exact brushes that were on my laundry list of things I wanted to get. Heres what I plan on using them for, again from top to bottom...1. crease brush, 2. under eye setting brush (its actually much bigger in person so I its perfect for what I plan on using it for), 3. large flat shader brush for packing or swiping eyeshadow on larger eye lids.

Hakuhodo Brushes

Now I have never heard of these brushed either but they are Japanese brushes and like above, was exactly what I was looking for. Its like the tinniest crease brush. This is a great brush for people with smaller eyes. It allows for more precise blending when working with smaller eyes! I'll let you know how it goes.

Beauty Blender

I finally got the INFAMOUS BEAUTY BLENDER! I have heard amazing things about this for foundation so we shall see.....

Alcone Corporation Puffs

These are handy for two things, setting foundation with a setting powder and also, since it has the strap, I can were it on my pinky and ring finger to block the side of my hand from touching the face directly when applying eyeshadow.

Stilazzi Make Up Case

Last but not least, my brand spanking new Stilazzi Make Up Case. I have been in desperate need of this because my old one was.....well old! It was falling apart, the wheels didn't work anymore, and it was definitely time for a new one. This one sold me because of the drawers. They are nice and big and I have already filled it and is convenient and compact. The other thing that sold me was the cloth lining because my other one was always crashing into everything and leaving marks everywhere (including my car....no bueno...).