Beauty Thesis

The experimentation and exploration of a makeup addict.

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Archive for July, 2009

Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Jul - 28 - 2009

Collective Wishlist [M.A.C.]

After my latest haul, I figured I was relatively safe until the release of MAC’s Style Black collection in the fall. Then I had a look at the product images for the Makeup Art Collection and the product information for the Trend Fall/Winter. So much for being safe. As it stands, here is my wishlist..  [ Read More ]

Categories: collections
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Jul - 25 - 2009

Look Series ~ High Impact Shadow Collection [Pre-Made Palettes]

This is the second installation of my summer look series: Pre-Made Palettes. This particular palette was my first experience using Too Faced eye shadows, the three colours I worked with I was very happy with. Once I’ve used the other colours, I’ll post a review.. but onto the look! Face Make Up For Ever HD  [ Read More ]

Categories: look series
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Jul - 15 - 2009

Suggestion ~ Lipsticks: From Tube To Pan

It’s been a minute since I’ve done any updates, as I’m still getting back into my beauty media groove.  While catching up on YouTube, I came across this video by Risa: I’ve been thinking about transferring some of my lipsticks to pans for travel purposes, but I never wanted to mangle up the product. Even  [ Read More ]

Categories: suggestion
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Jul - 02 - 2009

Haul ~ Canada Day Drug Store Goodies

Since I didn’t have any plans for Canada Day, I ended up going shopping. One of the few stores that was open was Shoppers Drug Mart, which is Canadian drug store chain. I ended up finding quite a few things that I wanted to try, especially a new eye shadow line from Annabelle. I also  [ Read More ]

Categories: haul
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Jul - 01 - 2009

Look of the Day ~ Canada Day Brights

I had been pondering something themed for Canada Day, but felt like the white and red would be a bit too dramatic for what I wanted to wear today. Instead, I went with brights. I made heavy use of a few of my newest pigments, and I think it turned out well. Face Tarte Clean  [ Read More ]

Categories: FotD, looks