Beauty Thesis

The experimentation and exploration of a makeup addict.

I really need for MAC Pro to beef up their pencil arsenal.. ASAP.
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Sep - 07 - 2010

Haul: Shoppers Drug Mart

Some drugstore goodies that I wanted to share with you. Please feel free to let me know if you’d like a review done, or if you have any questions. Enjoy!

Categories: haul, video
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Jul - 23 - 2010

Haul: Pro Store Goodies [M.A.C.]

Two weekends ago I was in Toronto for a bridal shower, and I made a point to stop by the MAC Pro store. It had been a while since I’d stopped in, and there were a few things I had been waiting to pick up.. plus a few extras that I completely forgot had been  [ Read More ]

Categories: haul
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on May - 23 - 2010

Clearing Out Back-Ups [M.A.C.]

I’ve been getting better at not buying back-ups, but I still have a box full of them that I know I will never get through. All of these items are brand new, and I think I have most (if not all) of the boxes. I only accept payment via PayPal (unless you’re local). Non-CC (credit  [ Read More ]

Categories: sale
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Apr - 01 - 2010

Haul: Specktra Finds

Now some of you might be wondering why I’ve got a haul posted, but I promise that I’m not cheating on my no-buy. I ordered everything before I decided to stem my purchases, but since I ordered online they just arrived recently. I was alerted to Pharaoh paint pot by a friend, and then ended  [ Read More ]

Categories: haul
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Mar - 07 - 2010

Haul ~ Warehouse Sale Video

After posting the photos I decided to do a video version as well, for those who may want a better look at some of the products. Enjoy!

Categories: video
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Jan - 30 - 2010

Five Favourites ~ Double: December 2009/January 2010

To get back on track this month’s Five Favourites will see a double feature; favourites from both December and January! MAC Lipglass / Viva Glam V I picked this up to pair with Viva Glam V lipstick, and I’ve found that it works well on it’s own too. It’s a really nice neutral on my  [ Read More ]

Categories: suggestion
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Nov - 13 - 2009

Review ~ Annabelle Mono Blush

Product Name ~ Annabelle Mono Blush (Golden Bronze #51) Product Description ~ (from annabellecosmetics.com) Softly glowing cheeks or added depth to cheekbones: Annabelle’s blush is just what you need to get that healthy and youthful look! Its weightless and velvety texture makes it easy to apply and perfectly blendable. Say hello to a healthy complexion.  [ Read More ]

Categories: review
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Sep - 30 - 2009

Five Favourites ~ September 2009

Here’s the next installment of favourites from the month of September. Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner in Black Ink I’ve been a fan of gel eyeliners for quite some time, since I find them more exact than pencils but easier to control than liquid.  It’s a happy medium.  When my MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack finally  [ Read More ]

Categories: suggestion
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Aug - 14 - 2009

Haul ~ A Little Of This [M.A.C.] & That [E.L.F.]

After some errands yesterday I found myself at the MAC counter.  Imagine that.. It wasn’t a random visit though, I was trying to find a back up for Just A Pinch gel blush.  It’s one of my favourite blushes and it was unfortunately a limited edition item with the Rose Romance collection.  I was lucky  [ Read More ]

Categories: haul
Posted by Nepenthe Posted on Sep - 21 - 2008

Review ~ Quo Double Decker Beauty Palette

Product Name ~ Double Decker Beauty Palette (Piccadilly Punk) Product Description (from Quo packaging) ~ Quo Double Decker Beauty Palette holds everything you’ll ever need for your eyes, cheeks and lips! The top holds four silk smooth shadows, and hidden underground are two luscious lip colours and one perfect shade of blush! (from cinnamon kitten)  [ Read More ]

Categories: palette, review