Eyeshadow Tutorial Wet N Wild Trio in 'I got Good Jeans'.

Here's a step-by-step tutorial using the Wet N Wild Color Icon Trio in 'I got Good Jeans'. In my opinion, it's totally worth the $2.99 USD.

Sephora Formula X Nail Polish in Dramatic

Sephora recently came out with a new nail polish formula called Formula X. I had tried a mini polish in the color perfection and decided to purchase a full-sized product in the color dramatic (dark lilac purple).  I wanted to see how the two compared in quality and to see how I like the polish in general.

Formula X has a 4 step system (clean, base coat, polish, top coat). I'd heard some good reviews on the 4 step manicure kit, but I wanted to test the individual polish before investing in the system.  

The top of this product reminds me of Butter London or Marc Jacobs nail polish (you pop the plastic top off to reveal the applicator). I also like the brush; it isn't too wide so it gives me more control to get into the smaller areas on the sides of my nails.

I wore this nail color with a base coat under it (Orly Bonder), two applications of the Formula X in Dramatic, and a top coat (Seche Vite). 

My Thoughts:

I loved how shiny the polish turned out and the color is just gorgeous! Sadly, I wasn't impressed with the lasting power. I wore it for one day before it started to chip on my right hand, soon after my left hand started chipping as well.  I'm going to try it again with a different base and top coat to test it out again. 

Would I purchase Formula X again? I have other nail polish that I use and don't need a top coat at all (no chips for 3+ days), and it costs 1/3 of the price of the Formula X.  As of right now, I wouldn't purchase another full-sized Formula X. While the color selection is impressive, this polish doesn't seem to want to stay on my nails!

I had the same issue with the Formula X mini in Perfection. The color was beautiful but it chipped so quickly even with a base and top coat.

I know some people really like the new Formula X nail polish. Please let me know what you think and what your experience has been in the comment section. Thanks!

Giveaway!! Korres, Sephora, KVD

Here is the link to YouTube if you are interested in entering my giveaway :)

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKeFe2qkzy0

Thank you so much for all of your support and being apart of my life and interests. Happy Almost Thanksgiving!

Ipsy Glam Bag November 2013

I hope you enjoy this 4 minute video on what I received in my Ipsy Glam Bag this month! I'm pretty excited to try the Michelle Phan product.

What is Ipsy?  It's a mail subscription service where you get 4-6 beauty products delivered to you in an adorable bag each month, for just $10. If you're interested, check it out here:

http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-hgpww9alk1ape8

Simple Sandwich for Lunch

Just wanted to share a simple recipe I made today for lunch.

Ingredients-
1 slice of Ezekiel Sprouted Whole Grain Bread
1/2 tablespoon of Veganaise
Penzey's Spice in Arizona Dreaming
1/3 of an avocado sliced
1 leaf of organic red leaf lettuce
2 slices of WildWood Organic Sprout Tofu (baked Teriyaki)

Directions-
Toast bread and slice diagonally. Spread the Veganaise on one side of the bread and lightly sprinkle the Arizona Dreaming on top of the Veganaise. Load on the tofu, avocado slices and lettuce.

October Favorites

Here are a few items I've been using and loving a lot this past month. Most of them are makeup, but some are skincare, food and even movies! Enjoy!

Have you tried any of these products? What are your thoughts? 

Please let me know what your favorites have been this October.

My First Get Ready With Me Video

What I'm Wearing:

100% Pure Luminous Primer

Tarte Amazonian Clay 12 Hr Full Coverage Foundation in Light Sand

ProVive Beauty Blender Dupe Makeup Sponge

Garnier Anti-Dark Circle Rollerball in Sheer Tint

Maybelline Dream Lumi Touche in Radiant

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Concealer in Y1

Real Techniques Pointed Foundation Brush

Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder in Translucent

NYC Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder in Sunny (Sephora Airbrush powder brush)

Tarte 12 Hr Amazonian Clay Blush in Honored (Elf Small Stipple Brush)

Too Faced Shadow Insurance

LORAC PRO Palette eyeshadows -- Lt Bronze, Taupe, Garnet, Cream

(Elf Professional Shadow Brush, Sephora Professional Done Shadow Brush, Sephora Airbrush Crease, Sephora Professional Gel Liner Brush)

Mineral Fusion eye pencil Touch -- brown

Cover Girl Lash Blast Volume Waterproof Mascara

Maybelline Define-A-Brow in Light Blonde

Benefit Watts Up

Bite Lipstick in Cin Cin

Nails- Paula Dorf Bright Nights

Tank Top- Gap

Follow me on Twitter https://twitter.com/kristenkchannel

Music- YouTube Audio Library 

Magic Marker - Silent Partner   

The Engagement - Silent Partner

Benjabelle Brush Tree - Makeup Brush Drying Rack

Quinoa Tabouli Salad

EarthFare makes a delicious quinoa tabouli salad! My good friend Gina and I went there for the lunch the other day and she liked it so much she made some for dinner, which inspired me to make some for dinner too!

Fresh tomatoes, delicious parsley, tart lemon- Ka POW!  Sooo good.

Ingredients-

2 - 2.5 cups cooked organic quinoa

3 TBSP organic olive oil

1 TBSP white truffle oil (or substitute Organic olive oil)

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

1 cup fresh organic parsley, chopped

2 TBSP sweet yellow onion, finely chopped (I don't like a lot of onion, I think it can hijack the flavor)

2 medium sized, ripe, organic tomatoes, diced

celtic sea salt to taste

1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Pinch of fresh ground black pepper

Combine all ingredients. Let it sit in the refrigerator for 8+ hours so the flavors can meld.  Serve at room temperature.

I had to chop up even more parsley because I didn't prepare enough initially.

September Favorites (Skincare and Makeup)

Check out my favorite products for the month of September.  These are products that I've found myself reaching for a lot this September (and products I've really enjoyed).

What I'm Wearing:

Sephora Anti-Shine Foundation Primer

MAC Mineralize Moisture Foundation NC20

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Concealer Y1

NYC Smooth Skin Pressed Powder in translucent

Wet N Wild Color Icon Blush in Pearlescent Pink

It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under eye in Neutral Medium

Too Faced Shadow Insurance

LORAC Pro Palette - Lt Bronze, Taupe & Cream

L'Oreal Infallible 24 Hr Eyeshadow in Eternal Sunshine

Anastasia Brow Wiz in Ash Blonde

Tarte Lights Camera Lashes Mascara in Black

Bite Beauty High Pigment Pencil in Rhubarbhttp://seaglassstash.blogspot.com/201...

Nails- Essie's Spinning Again

Shirt- Roxy