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New Year New Makeup Tips for 2022 – Must-See New Arrivals from ULTA

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Are you ready for the Year of the Tiger? Do you even know what that means? According to Pure Wow, 2022 is the year of the Tiger. The Chinese New Year is a celebration preceding the Winter solstice after the second new moon. It is also called the Spring Festival. The Lunar New Year doesn’t start until February 1st but the best part about it is Ulta’s timely new makeup releases from NARS and NYX, including a tiger-striped covered limited-edition line commemorating the beauty of 2022’s anticipated roar.  

The NYX Limited Edition Lunar New Year Matte Setting Spray will immediately catch your eye. The packaging is a bright red with large-printed letters that say “Tiger Energy” and “With Love from Los Angeles.” The lightweight formula is equally appealing and is made to keep your makeup fresh while preventing smudging. The setting spray also contains Niacinamide that helps prevent shine and creates a silky, smooth glow. It’s also cruelty-free and vegan. It’s available at Ulta for $8.50.

The NYX Limited Edition Lunar New Year Eyeshadow Palette features 12 bold colors from matte to metallic. The palette is creatively crafted with intense lettering and dazzling colors. You’ll definitely feel 2022’s tiger flow once you pick this up from Ulta and it’s only $10.00.

If you’re still searching for the perfect lip shine for everyday wear, you might really like the NARS Afterglow Lip Shine Gloss. It has 5 stars on Ulta’s website and comes in several modest colors that are perfect for the office, business meetings, or church. Names like – Supervixen, Chelsea Girls, A-Lister, and Unbroken – make you want to try a few swatches. It comes in 10 colors from shimmers and pinks to rose colors and mauves. Many of the reviews offer great feedback telling how lip shine gloss is lightweight, hydrating, subtle, and non-sticky. It’s available for $26.00.

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Last Minute Christmas Gifts for Makeup Lovers

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What good is a beauty blog without a list of the most popular items for your holiday season? If you are still shopping for last-minute gifts for the fashionista on your list, NARS, Too Faced, and ColourPop have released their top picks for your holiday gift guide.

NARS

The NARS Gift Guide is perfect for anyone who loves trendy new colors, creamy foundations, and products filled with ingredients that do good for the skin.

 It’s time to join the #NARSissist club.

The radiant essentials bundle is $73.10 and features a mini radiant creamy concealer, tinted moisturizer, and a soothing lip balm full of antioxidants. The concealer perfects your skin and gives you a radiant glow. The moisturizer protects your skin with ingredients SPF 30 and Vitamin C. With colors like Dolce Vita, Orgasm, Turbo, and Fast Lane, the Afterglow lip balm is the perfect prep for the mistletoe.

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NARS also offers free shipping for purchases over $35 and you can book a complimentary session with a makeup consultant. If you are in Atlanta, stop by the NARS store in the The Shops At Buckhead. The address is 3004 Bolling Way, Atlanta, GA 30305.

https://www.narscosmetics.com/

Too Faced

Too Faced gives makeup enthusiasts something sweet at spicy. The Christmas Shop features a Limited Edition Sweet and Spicy Eye Shadow Palette that your gift recipient will thank you for. It’s the perfect combination of warm and toasty neutrals with colors like Lick the Spoon, Batter Up, I’m Toasted, Frost Those Buns, and Muffin Top. The site also shows you how to create the perfect holiday look using copper metallic and sparkly pink eyeshadows to highlight your eyes from crease to brow bone. The palette is $49.00 and received 4.5 out of 5 hearts.

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https://www.toofaced.com/

ColourPop

ColourPop’s Tim Burton The Night Before Christmas Collection is the real deal for daring makeup lovers who like bold new shades and chromatic textures. The set includes a 12-pan palette with matte and metallic shades. With an assortment of smokey eye neutrals and vibrant hues, the possibilities are endless. It also comes with a Luxe Crème lipstick, 2 liquid liners, and new colors from the Jelly Much line.  

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The line also has a great selection of makeup products for female sports fans. You can gift a collection with a 9 shade pressed powder palette, glittery face stickers, a gel liner kit, and themed makeup bag spotlighting their favorite basketball team, from the Los Angeles Lakes and Miami Heat to the Chicago Bulls.

The set is great for #girlfans and only costs $59.

https://colourpop.com/

October Beauty Blogger Spotlight

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Corliss “LyriQ” Hambrick

We are excited to feature a top beauty influencer each month. This month we are spotlighting Corliss “LyriQ” Hambrick, a health, beauty, and fitnesss Vlogger, blogger, model, actress and singer based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Q&A

How long have you been blogging?

I’ve been blogging since 2016.

What inspired you to launch your blog?

Watching my families health I already had plans to do something to be more active not just for myself but for others. So after years of planning I finally took the leap of faith and did it.

When wearing foundation do you prefer powder or liquid? Why?

I like liquid foundation, I don’t use it often but I always felt like you could go further with liquid by hiding blemishes.   Mostly controlling how natural you can still be without clumping so much on, It’s an art.

What is your favorite skin care line? Why?

I’m not stuck down to one brand really, I’m obsessed with fenty beauty’s fat water. I love the fact that it hydrates your skin and my dark spots have disappeared since I’ve been consistent with it. Farmacy Beauty for their eye cream, it helps on my busy days when I miss sleep and end up with bags under my eyes. My cleansers are never consistent, I change through the seasons depending on what my skin needs.

What would you say are three qualities of being a good friend? Three qualities in any good friendship would be communication which leads to trust, support and most importantly selflessness. Knowing that’s it’s always not about one person all of the time, celebrate one another.

What is one makeup product that you cannot live without? Why?

It’s not really a makeup product but a savior. I have to have apple cider vinegar anywhere and everywhere. Especially because of Covid-19 with wearing masking on all of the time. If I have nothing else I have it with me to cleanse my face and get rid of all of the pimples that came to visit me. Also if my skin is dried out from my eczema.

How to Connect with Corliss

Website

https://www.iamlyriq.com/

Social Media

Instagram (@lyriq4e)- https://instagram.com/lyriq4e?utm_medium=copy_link

Instagram (@lyriqaldiva)- https://instagram.com/lyriqaldiva?utm_medium=copy_link

YouTube (lyriqaldiva): https://youtube.com/user/LyriQalDiva

Twitter (@lyriqaldiva) https://twitter.com/lyriqaldiva?s=21

Twitter (@lyriq4e) – https://twitter.com/lyriq4e?s=21

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Summer Skincare Essentials

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Have you ever noticed that you skin gets dryer in the winter or tends to produce more oil in the summertime? Do ever feel like the skin care products that you used in the fall don’t work that well in the spring? Are you wondering what products may work well through different seasons? I’ve found a few skin care products that help me to manage changing skin year-round.

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Cerave is undoubtedly one of my top summer skincare essentials. My dermatologist recommended this many years ago and I’ve tried several different skin care products in this line. I like the foaming cleanser and the light feel of the moisturizers, but sometimes I feel like I can use a bit more moisture on my face. I’ve also tried their skin care products with Hyaluronic Acid and swear by this stuff because it helps to exfoliate the skin.

Many of the Asian skincare brands are amazing as well. The soaps are very natural and also exfoliate. In some seasons they can be a little harsh and I wouldn’t recommend them if you have really sensitive skin. The funny thing is that many of the old school soaps work well too! I think the skin is okay if it just gets a little attention.

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In the past, I used to use Aveeno and I really like this product too. They have a brightener that seems to balance the skin if you’ve recently had a scrub or a peel. The misconception is that the any quick wash is good is enough. If you’ve ever used makeup removal wipes or oil blotters, you can literally see the dirt buildup. Just like the rest of our bodies, the skin needs a little affection. Just a few moments of self-care really will go a long way. 

At the end of the day, nothing beats a good portion of water and some beauty rest!

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Summer Essentials 2021

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There are a few items that I recently added to my list of must have’s this summer and I thought it would be nice to write a blog post about them. I am always amazed at the vast array of new products being offered – especially in the beauty industry. Just when you think you’ve had enough hyaluronic acid and collagen filled skin care products and exfoliating body washes you discover yet another ground-breaking product that seems to get the job done. I have tried out some great new places and products this summer, but these few have made it to the list of summer makeup bag essentials.  


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Smudge Free Foundation

The options for foundation are endless when it comes to summer essentials amazon. There are always a ton of great new products to try, but I’ve learned that the right drug store foundation can keep me looking fresh and eliminate my fear of the smudge. I was looking for a light foundation that wouldn’t rub off on someone if I gave them a hug and I think I found it. It’s called L’oreal Infallible 24-Hour Fresh Wear with SPF (you need that SPF!). You wouldn’t believe how smooth and seamless this looks for casual grocery store shopping or even trips to the gym.

No More Flaky Cheeks!

I waited forever for the ColourPop blush STIX. When I finally found the right color, of course it was out of stock and so I waited yet again. I had used another brand for creamy stick blush in the past, but really liked the bright summery colors that this line offered when I saw it at Ulta.  Well low and behold, I tried it and added it to summer makeup bag essentials. It’s something about a touch of “under pressure” that seems to give my face a glow.

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More Reds!

Red Wine. Did you say wine?! Yes, I was a Merlot lover for such a long time but recently transitioned over into something with a balance of bitterness and tart. I felt like my Merlot and even Shiraz was getting a bit sweet and really began liking something slightly darker. I’ll probably work my way back around to the Merlots and maybe even white wines again someday, but for now I am really into the Cabs.

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Cheers to a great rest of your summer and to the fluffy fall sweaters and boots that are soon to come!

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