Make Up Academy Nail Constellation in Shade Leo

Hi All,

I have been so excited to share this image with you of these amazing Nail Constellations by MUA, I ordered shade Leo I had to be true to my star sign ;-).

I used Nails Inc Nail Varnish for the base as I do not have any MUA in purple as yet.

I had a little trouble getting the beads to come out of the funnel, but when I turned the product upside down the beads came out but they seemed to come out of areas other than the funnel, I am not sure if their was a little hole somewhere. I used a bowl to catch all the beads, as I do not want to waste any. (You can pour them back into the bottle by taking the top off and turning it upside down) All this is explained on MUA’S blog if you have any trouble and their website.

To apply the bead onto my nail I rubbed the chosen nail into the bowl and gathered the beads onto my nail this way, any gaps I had I picked up the beads with my index finger on the other hand and applied them to the nail.

I am so impressed with the effect this has given; I cannot wait to get the rest of the collection. RRP £3.00 (Bargain)

Head over to www.muastore.co.uk to see the whole collection plus youtube videos for tips on application. :-)) You will not be disappointed.

Make Up Academy just keep getting better and better, value for money, great quality and great choice of products.

Have Fun x

Make Up Academy - New Pro Brow Kit

MUA Pro Brow Kit

Make Up Academy has again amazed me with another new product, (one of many) the New Pro Brow Kit that comes in a sleek, stylish black compact.

This is in MUA’S Pro Range and costs only £3.50, a little less than my old Benefit Brow Kit I use to purchase at a cost of £22.50. Well not anymore :-)

 

 

This compact has quality written all over it, there is a nice sized mirror in the compact along with tweezers and a little brush to apply. You have three shades to choose from and you can mix them together if you wish to create your desired shade. I like to mix the top two colours. This compact also has a wax so you are able to seal in your brows, so no hairs will stray away during the day.

This compact is better quality than some of the more expensive ones, this is why I am a HUGE fan of Make Up Academy, they are always one step ahead of all other high street make up brands and the quality is always 100% at a fantastic price.

I have just one slight criticism about this palette, a very minor one, it states you can highlight with the lightest shade but I have to say personally this is a little to dark to highlight If you have fair skin as it looks to dark under the brow, a highlighter should be a pearly white shade. But if you have darker skin then go for it.

Well done MUA for yet another amazing product, you do spoil us :-)

Checkout MUA’S website for there full range of products and to grab yourselves one of these little beauty’s. www.muastore.co.uk

Sarah x

6 Days to go Ladies - Olympic Themed Make Up Competition

head over to my facebook page at www.facebook.com/sebmakeupartist

Winner receives a fantastic Goody Box full of lovely Make Up Products

All entry details and picture of the prize are pinned to the top of my page

You will not be disappointed, Good Luck x

Make Up Academy - Amazing Undressed Palette

New Undressed Palette By The Amazing Make Up Academy

I have had this palette for a few weeks now and I have used it quite a lot, this palette follows the huge success of MUA previous palette Heaven and Earth.

This palette is all about opting for that fresh faced look, to go hand in hand with this seasons must have Make Up look which is the fresh/bare faced look. But with this palette you can turn this look into a smouldering nighttime look instantly. Which I am a big fan of, you can not beat a gorgeous smouldering smoky eye.

The palette has 12 gorgeous shades to suit any skin tone, and any occasion.

My Favourite shades are the highlighters, they are stunning. I use Shade 1 for under my brow arch, the inner corner of my eye and also bringing the highlighter down near to the tear duct area, applying to these areas really brightens up the eye area. I love a highlighter under my brow; I do not think I can go a day without applying to this area ;-). Hence me now hardly having any shade 1 left. ;-)

Shades 1, 2 and 3 are great for highlighting.

Shades 6, 7, 8 and 10 will give you a really sexy smoky eye. Shades 11 and 12 are much darker so you can turn your daytime look into a nighttime look with minimal effort. You can blend these colours over the top of the look you have already done.

I do have the Heaven and Earth palette, I have used that today but I have to say I do prefer this palette the shades are much warmer and again the highlighter shades have won me over. You can’t beat a good highlighter to brighten up certain areas of your face; it really does make a difference.

This palette is very very silimar to the Urban Decay Naked Palette, the shades are very similar, but MUA is at a fraction of the cost at only £4 and the pigment in this palette is amazing. I have used this palette on quite a few brides now, it worked a treat :-)

MUA also have the new Going for Gold Olympic Inspired Palette out at the moment for you to get your hands on, you can WIN this palette on my Make Up Page by entering my Olympic Themed Make Up Competiton.

Head over to www.muastore.co.uk to check out MUA'S maaizng product range. You will not be disappointed.

Have fun x

Make Up Academy - Amazing Face Primer

Ladies, Want flawless skin? Want a budget primer that gives you top results??

Then have a read of my blog post below on Make Up Academy’s Amazing Face Primer

Have you ladies ever wandered why your foundation does not stay on very long?? You apply your foundation in the morning to find by lunchtime it has gone patchy or seems to be sliding off. Hummm I am 100% sure we would all like to avoid this

Make Up Academy’s Primer is fantastic; apply this after your moisturiser (please do wait for your moisturiser to soak in first). Then apply the Primer all over your face, I normally apply this to the cheeks forehead, chin and nose, so pretty much everywhere were you apply your Foundation.

Again wait for the Primer to soak in before you apply your Foundation, if you do not wait for those few minutes, the primer will not have time to work into the skin and do its job properly.

Final Step apply your foundation evenly over your skin, you will find the texture of your skin is much softer, more even and the appearance of pores reduced.

I used this today and as soon as I applied it to my skin my skin appeared brighter and my redness went down a lot. As soon as I applied my Foundation I could tell instantly that it was sinking into my skin a lot better, which made my foundation much easier to apply.

I have tried quite a few primers and this is one of the best ones, and at such a great price.

The BEST part of this the Primer is ONLY £4.00 what a BARGAIN.

Head over to www.muastore.co.uk for perfect flawless skin.

x

Amazing Olympic Inspired Make Up Competition

The time has finally arrived ladies do you have your brushes ready?

 I know some of you have been as excited as me about this competition. I could not wait to reveal it to you.

So I can reveal the theme for this months Competition is based on the Olympic Games 2012. It is not long now until the opening ceremony so what better way to get involved than to get creative with some Olympic inspired make up looks.

The Prize for this has been attached (please see picture). Included in this Make Up Goody box is as follows:

Make Up Academy’s Brand New Olympic Themed Eye shadow Palette – Going for Gold, this comes packed with gold’s, silvers, grey’s and bronze shades. Perfect for experimenting with new colours. I have to say I have not seen a palette with these shades in the shops before.

Make Up Academy – Blusher in Shade 1. I wear this all the time it is a gorgeous pink colour.

Make Up Academy – Mascara in Black

Fashionista Secret Gel Liner – Shade Short List, this is a Charcoal shade, which is nearly Black. I use this on photo shoots and it is amazing, it stays on all day and does not smudge. The brush is hidden in the lid. It is also very easy to apply.

No17 – Wild Metallic Cream Eye shadow, in shade Wild Bronze. I picked this, as Metallics are huge at the moment. You can apply with your fingers or a brush for a fierce smoky eye.

Please see below for the entry details:

Please choose a country’s flag of your choice that are competing in the Olympic Games this year.

With your chosen flag colours please create a eye design, this can be anything you wish whether it be something really bold and creative, or if you wish you can design a eye look for a night out, so maybe a nice smoky eye with your chosen colours. But the good thing is the look is completely up to you. So have fun with it.

Be as creative, bold, vibrant and imaginative as you wish.

The competition will close on Wednesday 25^th July at 9pm. Please e-mail me your entries to sbaldwinmakeup@gmail.com or you can private message me on my Make Up Page at www.facebook.com/SEBmakeupartist

Please note – your entries will not be posted on my Make Up page on Facebook.

Good Luck Ladies, have fun. xx

Beach Make Up – Be a  Beach Babe

So ladies, I know we are all fed up of this gloomy British weather, so maybe we all need some nice summer products to perk up our day.

Below is a checklist of the essentials we all like to take away with us, most of them are all ticked off but we have one section, which we may need a little assistance with :-)

Check List:

Summer Holiday Booked – Check

Clothing – Check

Accessories – Check

Footwear – Check

Make Up & Beauty Products – ? This is were I come in Ladies, with my top picks of the best Make Up and Beauty Products to take away on your summer holidays you are sure to look nothing less than perfect.

My Top Pick for the Eyes, if you choose to wear a Mascara on holiday always make sure you purchase a Waterproof one, below are two great Mascara’s perfect for the Beach.

Splurge – Clinique Lash Power Mascara Long Wearing Formula, this Mascara was voted Winner of the Look Magazine for the Best Waterproof Mascara. This Mascara lasts through rain, sweat and humidity so perfect for a holiday. RRP £16.00

Save – Maxfactor Masterpiece Waterproof Mascara, defines and separates lashes. The high tech IFX brush really helps with those hard to reach lashes in the corner of the eyes. RRP £8.99

 

My Top Pick for the Lips, for the lips I would recommend a product that provides moisturising care, a SPF and provides a lovely sheer wash of colour. Below are my two favourites.

Splurge – MAC Tinted Lip Conditioner SPF 15, this Balm provides colour, conditions lips, and locks in moisture (perfect) It also contains Oil, Shea Butter, Avocado Extract and Vitamins A and E. RRP £11.00. Available in three different shades.

Save – Nivea Pearly Shine SPF10, I have to say most of the time I opt for this product it provides long lasting Moisturisation along with a gorgeous pearly shine which leaves your lips silky smooth. Protects against UVA and UVB rays. RRP £2.29

My top Picks for the Face – Even if I am sunbathing I do like a little something on my face (not to much mind you) something just to give my skin some warmth until my tan appears ;-), once my tan arrives I still opt for bronzer or Blusher, a perfect flush on the cheeks is essential. Below are my two top picks for the face.

Splurge – MAC Mineralize Blush in Solar Ray, A mineral based blusher creates the look of a blush from within the skin instead of it looking like it sits on top of the skin, this MAC Blusher is perfect for those lazy summer days RRP 19.00

Save – Make Up Academy Mosaic Bronzer, I just love MUA products they are amazing for the price tag. This Bronzer is amazing it comes in two different shades one with pink undertones, this is best suited to medium skin tones and ladies with blonde hair, whilst the more golden undertones is suited to brunettes. Each compact contains four different shades so when your brush is swirled around you achieve a multi-tonal look, which will bring out the natural tone for your skin. At the moment these are 2 for £4.00 at www.muastore.co.uk

Tip - When applying bronzer the trick is to start with a little amount this way you can build up your desired colour. Apply to where the light naturally hits your face so i.e. your cheekbones, your forehead, chin and the bridge of your nose. Result a perfect sun kissed bronzed face – Beautiful.

My Top Picks for the Body – I have found I do love a good sunscreen, which incorporates a touch of shimmer to it; this gives your skin that gorgeous glistening look whilst sunning yourself. Below are my two picks for you:

Splurge – Dior Bronze Beautifying Sun care for the Body SPF30, This gorgeous shimmering formula contains an exclusive Tan-Protect complex to provide the best protection resulting in a more intense longer lasting tan. RRP £31 - £35 depending on stockists

Save – Hawaiian Tropic Shimmer Effect Lotion SPF40, this lotion is water resistant for 80 minutes, protects against UVA & UVB, includes mica minerals and leaves your skin enhanced and highlighted. RRP £11.19

If you have a holiday coming up soon why not take advantage of my beach make up and beauty best picks,  you will soon be a Beautiful Bronzed Goddess. Please feel free to ask me any questions, I will be happy to help.

Have Fun in the Sun xx

Make Up Competition - Winner Revealed and Goody Bag Revealed

Drumroll please !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :-)

And the WINNER of my Make Up Competition goes to Danielle Smith, well done Danielle.

The Make Up Goody Box pictured here is what will be on its way to you.

Your FREE critique of the work you created will be sent to you over the next couple of days.

I will be running another competition very soon so everyone keep your eyes peeled. Well done Danielle x

Eye Design inspired by Karla Powell Make Up Artist

A couple of eye designs I have done recently.

I re-created a look, which was designed, by one of my favourite Make Up Artists Miss Karla Powell she created a look inspired by Cleopatra using Make Up Academy’s new Undressed Eye shadow Palette, so I just had to give it a go :-)

I added some really fancy lashes onto mine for some extra oomph. The winged look I have created was done using the amazing Fashionista Gel Liner; I have blogged on this product previously it really is a god send.

All products I used here apart from the lashes which are Illamasqua can be purchased from Superdrug

x

My New MUA Products - I am in Love

Here are my new products courtesy of Make Up Academy. I just love love love there products. Affordable, great quality, great pigment, great staying power.

The palette is the New Palette called Undressed; this has 12 shades of bronze and browns. The lighter shades are great for highlighting the eyes and the darker ones are great for a sultry effect, with all the great choices of colours in this palette you can transform your day look into a smoky night time look. The palette is released in Superdrug stores on July 4th but you can purchase this online now.

Head over to http://muacosmetics.blogspot.co.uk/ for more tips and tricks.

Face Primer - Great for a flawless even complexion. Wear this product alone or mixed in with your foundation. £4.00

Trio Eye shadow in Shade Passion - A trio of gorgeous pearl and lilacs, amazing product for that super sultry purple smoky eye. £2.50

Brush On Concealer Pen - Disguises blemishes, highlights under the eye to hide those dark circles. Makes the skin appear much brighter and clearer. £2.00

Keep an eye out for the looks I will be creating using these products. 

All products can be purchased from http://www.muastore.co.uk

Sarah x

Lip BOOM - Make Up Academy

Make Up Academy - Lip Boom


f any of you lovely ladies are looking for a affordable, colourful on trend lipstick, then look no further. Check out the above link and purchase one of Make Up Academy's new Lip Boom's which are also in conjunction with Alexandra Burke. The 4 in 1 lipstick and gloss come in 8 fabulous shades. I have purchased shade Cheeky, it is a light pink colour i love it. I normally wear the lipstick (x2 coats) then add the gloss end into the middle of my lips top and bottom which creates that sexy fullness. Or you can wear the lipstick alone for a classic matte look. The third look is to wear the gloss alone, and the last look you can wear the lipstick (x2 coats) then add the gloss on top all over the lips for a super glossy pout. :-) and there you have it a 4 in 1 lipstick and gloss. Fabulous.
The Lip Booms are only £3.00 each, such a bargain. Head over to the link below and grab yourself some new colours for your Make Up bag. :-)