Have a Girly New Years Eve!

Can you believe it's the end of 2011? What a wonderful year it was! I am super excited to spend the evening with my hubby...and have a day off tomorrow to rest. While I won't be getting dolled up this year, I thought you gals would appreciate some Girly New Years Eve inspiration.

1. Stay true to your girly self with a light pink polish that is very close to your original nail color...ask your manicurist to jazz one finger up a bit to enter 2012 with a sparkle!

2. A classic big bun looks great with any sequin dress...party with sophistication this New Years Eve.

3. Add a touch of glitter to the corners and outside of your eyes this year just because you can!

4. When the clock strikes, make sure you leave a bright pink kiss on your man's cheek so everyone knows he is yours!

Have a safe, and fun night my friends. I have SO many fun things planned for January so check back in regularly to see some fun pictures and hear all about my adventures.

XOXO
Priscilla

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas my dear friends! I hope you all have a relaxing, yet glamorous day with your loved ones. My gift to you this season is the perfect Holiday Look:

Ashley Batz Photography

How to achieve this look:

1. An intense sultry eye can be perfected by pressing MAC's eyeshadow in Carbon on the base of your eyelid, with a clean brush soften the crease to achieve a "smokey" effect. Line your lashes with Bobbi Brown's Black Ink Gel Liner (seen here).

2. Coat your lashes with mascara, apply Audrey FAUX Lashes to your lash base, and than curl to blend your natural lash and your FAUX lash.

3. Prep your skin with a primer (for a long day of pictures with the fam), use Dior's Airflash foundation (seen here), bronzer to contour cheek bones, and highlighter for a soft glow.

4. use a long lasting lip color, like MAC's prolong wear in Lasting Lust (seen here).

5. Add some a festive touch to your nail with some glitter (seen here)!!!

If you need any help, ask me on Twitter!!!

XOXO
Priscilla

Minerals are a Girl's Best Friend

Every girl dreams of unwrapping a teeny, tiny box for Christmas-because Minerals are a girls best friend...you thought I was going to say diamonds are a girls best friend, right?? While a pretty diamond ring would be awesome, you may be more thrilled to receive BareMinerals Ready Eyeshadow 4.0 once you hear about the Truth!

Before I go any further, let's talk about how these Bare Escentuals shadows are PRESSED!!!! This blows my mind! Pressed, yet still no binders or fillers-just pure pigment! When I first applied this shadow I actually said "wow" out loud... I have always loved how intense the loose mineral shadows were, and now I have the same effect with a more travel friendly package.

bareMinerals READYTM Eyeshadow is clinically proven to:

-reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles*
-decrease the appearance of puffiness on the upper eyelids*
-help boost moisture levels in skin by 81% for smoother, more revitalized eyes*

Did you even know an eyeshadow could do this for you???

I was working for B.E when the RareMinerals skincare line first launched their moisturizer...face wash...and eye cream came months later. Now...they have multiple options tailored for more specific concerns. I always enjoyed using the "powder" face wash, which is now the "exfoliating treatment"...so I had to try out their Deep Foaming Cleanser to see which one I liked better. I still prefer the "powder" formula, however this new cleanser has a great lather. Those who have dry skin will enjoy the texture, and those with normal to oily skin will enjoy the clean feeling afterwards (cleanses your pores!). Read about the benefits below:

• 100% pure ActiveSoil Complex represents a new generation of active minerals with extraordinary skin-renewing benefits, including faster cell turnover and antioxidant protection
• Clinically proven to reveal brighter, smoother, younger-looking skin, reduced fine lines and wrinkles, and remarkably smaller-looking pores
• Unique electrolyte delivery system optimizes your skin's ability to absorb and retain moisture, resulting in smoother, healthier-looking skin

Hope you get some Minerals for Christmas

XOXO
Priscilla

Kate Somerville Skincare

I took the plunge this month to invest in some NEW skincare. My replenishment purchase was long over due, but I wanted to make the right choice. Exfolikate (seen here and here) is one product that has healed my skin over and over again, so I decided to try out Kate Somerville's Skincare line. While packaging and marketing can get the best of us, a quality product sells itself-because it works. This is one tip you want to keep in mind if you’re in the marketing or advertising field, customers will appreciate it!

Finding a moisturizer that can target oily skin, acne AND still be anti-aging is very unique. In fact, I have never seen any moisturizer meet such requirements until the Oil Free Moisturizer by Kate Somerville. I am really happy with this purchase, and the price point did not break the bank at only $65.

Press down and receive the perfect amount!

The tag line from the Kate Somerville site is my exact mindset, so I had to share it:

"Do you suffer from moisture-phobia? People with naturally oily skin often steer clear of products that they fear will exacerbate the problem. Oil Free Moisturizer eliminates that apprehension with its unique ability to hydrate, keep oil production in check, and provide anti-aging benefits, as well! Formulated without oils, parabens, or fragrances, this lightweight cream leaves nothing behind but smooth, supple skin."

• Pepha^®-Tight is designed to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Red Marine Algae helps improve elasticity.
• Sepilift™ is formulated to firm and smooth.
• Sugar-based moisturizers assist in limiting water loss.

A toner is like my "rinse" cycle after "washing" my face. My only concern with this product is the size, I go through large bottles very quickly, so 5 oz is not much for me (it is very travel friendly). If you have acne scars, the Clarifying Treatment Toner will help diminish using a natural exfoliator called Phytic Acid.

A clear complexion is the Anti Bac Clearing Lotions claim, and I am already seeing results a week into my new routine. The advanced Liposomes in this bottle, will protect your skin from environmental aggressors, alleviate dryness, and prevent excess water loss. I only apply where I know I break out, or where I see blemishes. It tingles a bit...maybe because it's penetrating my pores? The tingle lasts a few seconds, and is nothing to be worried about.

Follow Kate Somerville on Twitter-she's supper sweet!

XOXO
Priscilla

Modcloth-Fantastical Voyage

The Fantastical Voyage Collection, photographed by Kristin Cofer, was finally posted on Modcloth! I have been so excited to share these images with you all! To see the rest of the darling outfits click here.

My inspiration stemmed from Modcloth's retro style: My vision was to have a defined eye and lip that would grab the camera's attention, while the skin was classic-offering a doll like feeling. These are my 3 favorite hairstyles of the moment: big and full curls, the victory roll, and the fishtail braid.

What's on her lips? Pro Longwear Lipcolor by MAC in Lasting Lust

How to make your skin glow like hers...use a Smashbox highlighter on the top of your cheekbones!!!

What Lashes is she wearing? Roxy's by FAUX

*The Roxy lash evokes old Hollywood glamour. These full figured, jet black lashes will have you feeling like a pin up model. To add to the allure, top these off with a little black liquid liner and a sexy red lip. $9.00

Makeup and Hair by Priscilla Francine
Photography by Kristin Cofer
Wardrobe by Modcloth

What is your favorite outfit?

XOXO
Priscilla

Berry Christmas

Remember last year when I told you we cut down our own tree? Well, it's now an official tradition-because we did it again! This year, we spent some time searching for the perfect ornaments too. I found some great pieces at Anthropologie, Z Gallerie, and Restoration Hardware. Surprisingly, Cost Plus had the most options-and the best prices!

As I write this post, I had a realization...I have been wearing ALOT of Berry hues, and ALOT of YSL product. I can't get enough of this beautiful, festive color! You can wear it on your cheeks, lips, nails, eyes, clothes...everything! Same goes for YSL!

Jacket by Forever 21

Nail Polish by Chanel

Yves Saint Laurent 'Ombres Duolumieres #21 is my latest obsession. The Intense Plum fits flawlessly into the crease...I love a shadow that blends with ease. Line the eyes with Bobbi Brown's Black Ink Gel Liner seen here, and finish with YSL's Shocking Mascara seen here. Sadly, I think they have discontinued my favorite YSL Golden Gloss #8, but any mauve or berry tone will do for this look!

Here's to a Berry Christmas!

XOXO
Priscilla