MOTD - Pink Lips & Winged Eye

Hi loves!

About a couple weeks ago I posted a picture on my Instagram (maggie_valtierra), and i've been meaning to post it on here for my Makeup of the Day (MOTD) section that i'm starting in my blog! What I love about this look is that it doesn't look like too much and it's totally wearable. The baby pink lips makes the overall look seem soft, and even simple. Let me know what you guys think, and if you would love to see more MOTD's.
Muah!

Products Used:

Face:
Armani Silk Luminous Foundation
Laura Mercier Setting Powder
NARS Blush in Orgasm
NARS Bronzer in Laguna
NARS Highliter Blush in Albatross

Eyes:
NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk
Sephora Cream Liner
Urban Decay Naked Palette (Buck, Sin, Virgin)
MAC Eyeshadow Nylon
L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara

Brows:
Benefit's BrowZing in Medium
MAC's Eyeshadow in Cork

Lips:
Covergirl - Enchantress

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"YOLO" Tattoo - Music Video Makeup

Hi guys! Hope you are all doing fabulous!  

A few weeks ago I posted pictures from the music video shoot where I got to do makeup for both of the main actors/band members from Bad Chemistry. I realized that I didn't include any close-ups of the tattoo itself that I drew on the "party guy". I wish I would have taken more pictures, but at least I got these three. So, here you go! Let me know what you guys think! 

I also wanted to point out that you can purchase "Mayday!" by Bad Chemistry and 50% of their proceeds will go to the LOVE HOPE STRENGTH Foundation! Aren't they just awesome!?

If you haven't checked out their music video make sure to check it out. It's both hilarious and clever, AND I make a guest appearance for a whole 5 seconds!

Go Maggie!

Click here for more pictures from the shoot on my other post.

Click here for "Mayday!" by Bad Chemistry (music video).

Click here to buy "Mayday!" and donate money to LOVE HOPE STRENGTH.

Skin Imperfection: Acne

Unfortunately, we have those days when a little "friend" spontaneously decides to come around and stay for a couple of days on our face! Acne... oh how we hate you.

Well, the good news is that it's not the end of the world! The best thing to do is let it breathe, and wear NO makeup whatsoever on it. The thing is..."aint nobody got time fo that!" Sometimes, we may have a date, photo shoot, prom, meeting, and whatever else our busy little lives may bring us, and a pimple is the least thing we need!

So, what do you do???
Cover it up with makeup! :D

First:

You're going to need to use a little method called "color-correction". Chances are you're pimple or blemish is red, and that's the color you first have to counteract. If you look at a color-wheel Green and Red are opposite from each other. So what does that mean? This means that GREEN is the color you will use in order to neutralize the redness. Here's the trick, gently dab the green creamy corrector ONLY where you see red. Here are some green correctors I recommend:

Makeup Forever Concealer Palette              Maybelline Coverstick 

Second:
You will need to cover that green with a creamy concealer. Make sure to blend out the edges. It's easier to do this with your fingers so that the warmth of your fingers makes it easier to blend out the concealer.

Bobbi Brown Concealer Kit (it comes w/a setting powder)

Third:

You will be using a full-coverage foundation to cover up the whole thing up as well as your face if you'd like. Also make sure that you are gentle in that area so that you don't rub the concealer and corrector off. It's best to use your finger.

Neutrogena Skin Clearing Oil-Free Makeup         Luara Mercier Oil-Free Founation

Fourth:
Use a setting powder to set that area so that it lasts longer. Try using gentle pressing motions so that it sets better. Here are some powders you can try:

ELF High Definition Powder          NARS Light Reflecting Loose Setting Powder

Thanks for reading guys!

Don't forget to leave me a message below for any questions or comments!

xo

Skin Imperfection: Oily Skin

Oily skin has to be one of the most annoying problems (besides acne) that some of us have to go through. The good news is that there is a way for us to control it. We might not be able to completely get rid of it, but we can definitively control it.

WHY DOES IT HAPPEN!?

*Hormones

*Over-Active Glands

*Genetics

*Medical Conditions

*Sun Damage

If you're like me and love to wear makeup everyday here are a couple of things you can add to your morning routine:

Cleanse & Tone: 

Cleanse your skin using products meant for oily skin. These products will be water-based or oil-free, and will not contain salicylic acid. DON’T USE SOAPS! These products wont like your face, and they will either dry you out or create even more oil! Not cute! Also, make sure you use toners, which will help absorb some of that oil and get rid of even more dirt left on your face.  You can also try Witch Hazel to get rid of excess oil and further cleanse.

Moisturizer:

This might seem weird since you’d think that oily skin would help keep your skin moisturized, but it doesn’t necessarily work this way. You still need a moisturizer to hydrate your skin. Using a mattyfying lotion is your best bet to help hydrate your face while absorbing oil. You can also use moisturizers that say “Non-Comedogenic” or “Oil-Free”.

Primer: 

If you’re going to wear foundation, and you have an oily T-Zone primer will help! It will definitely help keep back some of that shine. Two of my favorites that I use are MAC’s Skin Refined Zone Treatment and Smashbox Oil-Free Photo Finish Primer.

Oil-Free or Water-Based Foundation:

If you like to wear foundation make sure you use one that says it’s "Water-Based" or "Oil-Free". These foundations can help absorb oil, control shine, and resist sweat. As i've mentioned in other blogs my favorite mattifying foundation is NARS Sheer Matte Foundation.

Mattifying Powder:  

These powders are great for setting your makeup while absorbing and controlling shine. This step is a must! You can still use a powder even if you don’t wear makeup. Just don’t over-powder! My all time favorite is Urban Decay's De-Slick Mattifying Powder!

Blotting Paper:

These little things come in handy! They help absorb shine, and are great if you’re on the go. Just dab it all over your face, and throw it away afterwards. (I personally stare at the paper with amusements before throwing it away, but that’s just me…)