{Beauty} Unsung Hero: Wet N Wild Megalast Lip Color

Alright ladies, I'm going to level with you — nothing is, nor ever will be, better than Stila's Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick, particularly in the shade 'Beso' (don't worry, you're up there too, Hourglass). But here's the thing: There's a budget option that comes pretty dang close. I recently picked up Wet N Wild's 'Click On My Hyperpink' (the in-your-face pink above/greatest name ever) when Mr. AiF wasn't looking at Superstore. The colour was just too good to pass up, and I figured I had nothing to lose but $3.99. I think you can guess what happened next — that's right friends, I went back for three more. They're just that good, plus the cost of four Megalasts is still less than one Say All Day, so I figured it was just good sense... S.M.R.T.

The formula is pretty much identical to that of Stila's, and it totally lives up to it's monicker — these suckers last through multiple meals and a trip to Starbucks, I tell ya. It's slightly stickier than the Stila variety, but for the price, you really can't go wrong. And although I'm not a fan of the other lipsticks I've tried from Wet N Wild, believe me when I say this one's a keeper.

Photos by Adventures in Fashion

ShopNBC Beautiful You

ShopNBC is having a "Beautiful You" event on March 23rd and 24th where you'll be able to shop this televised event packed with head-to-toe beauty products and they sent me a box full of goodies that will be featured!  I wanted to do a review of my favorite products and you'll be able to shop the event in a few days!

This kit from Skinn Cosmetics was the first thing that I opened.  I love the purple theme they put together and everything goes together so well.  The smudge stick is the perfect base to use under the shadows (which has great color payoff) and the gloss is just a hint of sparkle.

I love the packaging from Lola!  All of it is so darling.  The lipstick is super moisturizing and long lasting and love that it comes with a little pop up mirror.  Comes in handy not only for touch ups but for teeth checks too!  The Universal Colorless Powder comes in the cutest container with a fun little poof but I love the product.  I pat it on over my face after I've applied my makeup.  It's the perfect last step to cover imperfections and set your makeup.

I'm generally not a very hairy person and I can go for a bit without shaving but I actually hate shaving.  It's just one of those things that annoys me when I have to do it but of course I do it.  I've thought about doing laser hair removal but didn't have the time to commit to all those sessions so was very happy to see that ShopNBC had sent me a Silk'n SensEpil.  This device actually uses a light technology to remove hair!  You can use it all over your body and it's even safe enough to use on your face.  You're supposed to see results in 4 weeks.  I've just started using it but if you guys are interested, I can do a follow up and let you know how it goes.  I'm actually so excited to see if this works because I would love to not have to shave my legs again!

Other products that I received from ShopNBC:

• Magnifibres Brush on false lashes
• iampur pain relieving rub
• Maxius Lift off volumizing spray
• Dermasome Moisturizer
• Absolute! Magentic Nail Polish
• purminerals - Double Ego Mascara & Big Blink Mascara
• LaRocca - Hydrating Body Balm
• Epione Eye Creme
• Fairydrops Mascara
• Amino genesis Age Control Day & Night Serum
• Borghese Brightening Mask
• Suzanne Organics Travel Kit
• Angelift Fusione
• VB Beauty Miracle Eye Creme Set

I'm still going through a bunch of the products as there is no way I can get all through these products so quickly but everything that I've tried so far I'm very happy with.  Don't forget to check out the live event and you can shop online here.

{Valentine's Week} Two-Tone Lipstick...

When I first saw the makeup from Holly Fulton's S/S 13 show, I instantly became obsessed with two-toned lips and filed the idea away in my mind for this very occasion... And by occasion, I of course mean Valentine's Day (don't hate). Seriously though, when else is it permissible to walk around sporting pink and red lipstick in the light of day if not V-Day? Please don't say never...

Happy Wednesday, friends! xx

Latest Beauty Buys

Just a few new beauty loves that I had to share.

I passed by this Revlon display for their new polish called "Moon Candy" and I loved the creme polish with the glitter, except this isn't regular small pieces of glitter, more like flakes of glitter!  I brought two home and they are gorgeous and so different than all my other polishes.  I love the effect. 

I didn't get a chance to take pics of my nails before they chipped so they look terrible right now but as you can see from the pictures from The PolishAholic, the glitter is a bit piece-y but it looks so great in the natural light as the colors reflect differently.

go to her post to see the rest of the colors!

Absolutely loving this "liquid lipstick" from NYX.  The lip creams go on like lipstick but very creamy and last for a really long time!  $12 for all 3, you can't beat that!  (Nordstrom Rack is now selling NYX if you guys didn't know.  I know for me it's hard to come by in our drugstores so I was glad to see it at Nordstrom Rack.)

Laura Mercier Creme Cheek Color and Lip Stain is a staple in my every day routine.  Just the right colors, I have the Cheek color in Praline and the Lip Stain in Shy Pink and are perfect for the "I'm wearing make up but not" kind of days.

For awhile now I've use the Anastasia brow powder for my eyebrows but recently discovered the TouchBack Brow Marker and it's awesome!  It totally blends in and is a bit easier in application than powder.  I never thought I'd use a "marker" for my brows but they totally fill in my sparse brows and looks really natural.

 It comes in lots of different colors to perfectly match your brows.

I don't really use lip liners as I usually just slap on a lipstick or lip gloss and be done with it, however the Smashbox Nude Lip Liner completely changed my mind about needing a lip liner.  It really is a "nude" to match your lip color and once I apply it, it doesn't change the color of my lipstick or lip gloss but it does help the color stay a lot longer.

{Beauty} Everyday Makeup

We all have our beauty routines, and when it comes to makeup, I have mine down to a science. I rarely deviate from my 'everyday face' (or whatever you want to call it), which now only takes me about five minutes to do in the morning. The key? Finding products you love and holding on to them for dear life... So with that said, here's a quick rundown of my daily makeup routine:

I've tried many foundations in my day, but my favourite by far is NARS' Sheer Glow Foundation. The formula goes on smooth and covers all my imperfections without looking too intense, and a bottle of the stuff lasts forever (which, at $55 a pop, is definitely a good thing). A recent addition to my cosmetic arsenal is Bare Minerals' Ready SPF 20 Foundation, which is beyond amazing. I don't usually wear powders because I'm not a fan of matte finishes (plus if I'm not careful, I get maaaajor cake-face), but when perfectly applied, this stuff is like a pressed miracle... For serious.

When it comes to mascara, I'm not a fan of shelling out big money for something that will only last me a month or two, so I always opt for CoverGirl's Lashblast Mascara. It works great and is super inexpensive, which is always a plus. The same goes for eyeliner (I switch between Revlon and L'Oreal based on whichever is cheapest at the time), and lipstick I can go either way on. I rarely find a difference between high end lipsticks and drugstore varieties (with certain exceptions of course), and after trying what feels like a million different products, my favourite is definitely CoverGirl's Lip Perfection Lipstick in a basic red (surprise surprise).

Oh, and let's not forget blush! Blush makes everything better, am I right? I love everything from cream to powder varieties, but the best and most natural-looking blush I've ever tried is hands down Benefit's Benetint. And if you don't believe me, I think it's cult following says it all.

Now it's your turn! Tell me lovelies, what are your makeup must haves? xx

Product details: 1. NARS Sheer Glow Foundation; 2. Bare Minerals Ready SPF 20 Foundation; 3. CoverGirl Lashblast Mascara; 4. CoverGirl Lip Perfection Lipstick; 5. Revlon ColorStay Liquid Liner; 6. Benefit Benetint

{Oxblood Week} The Makeup...