MOTD: What Im currently wearing #2 - smokey greens

I have had quite the time shopping my current stash, and as always, adding new products.  There seems to be a constant going back to trusted items and then I find myself in a rut.  One of my resolutions this year was to shop the stash more and venture out into items I have that I barely use.  Because the more I use up, the more I can get, right?  Let's get to it...

#MOTD

I am still trying to adjust the surroundings to the lighting I have, but it is a VAST improvement on what I previously had...which is why you are now starting to see these posts!  The room I currently shoot in has dark wood, dark wine walls, and stained glass windows...not exactly a beacon of light. Thinking about getting a white backdrop and switch my tabletop to white to allow for even more light!

#MOTD Smokey Greens - no flash

This greenish, goldish, brownish (thats a lot of ish) smokey eye was a achieved with a few palettes from the stash that needed more love.  No lashes were used as I am actually going to cook dinner and do some laundry after posting this!  HA!  Glamorous house chores...

Products used in MOTD

Products used:

EYE:
Too Faced Shadow Insurance
theBalm Shady Lady single in All About Alex (inner 2/3 of eye)
NYX Love in Rio trio in Voodoo Love Spells (outer corner)
Prestige Total Intensity trio in Smoke and Mirrors (outer corner and ball of eye highlight)
Essence Gel Liner in Midnight in Paris
L'Oreal Voluminous Miss Manga Mascara in Black

FACE:
CoverGirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3in1 foundation in 845 Warm Beige (also used as concealer)
theBalm Bahama Mama Bronzer as contour
Tarte Be Mattenificent palette - blush color - Elevated

LIPS:
Jordana Modern Matte Lipstick in Matte Classy

Let me know if you guys are digging these kinds of posts and maybe, if I can get all of my ducks in a row, I can do a tutorial!

xoxo, D

L'Oreal Infallible 24 hr Eye Shadow in Sultry Smoke - swatch

*Disclaimer - This item purchased by thepassengerelement blog.  All opinions are my own.  I am in now way being compensated for my review.*

L'Oreal Infallible 24 HR shadow in Sulty Smoke

If you are like me, you went right out to buy any one of the L'Oreal Infallible 24HR eye shadows since they have come out.  Why not?  They are fantastic!  One of those that is a favorite and perfect for fall is the lovely grey known as Sultry Smoke (#998).  I purchased this at my local Meijer for $7.00 USD, but do note that these go on sale quite often.  Sultry Smoke is one of 24 permanent shades in this range.  Inside the screw top jar, there is 3.5g/0.12oz of pigment shadow.

What you get when you open the jar, is a pressed shadow, not unlike  a pigment.  The powder feels creamy which aides in the blendability of this product.  There are several reason why the packaging and the product itself lend themselves to an awesome drugstore find!...

a) the shadow is packed in...allows for controlled application, as well as little fall out
b) the pot comes with a plastic shield that not only covers the surface area of the shadow, but helps in packing it in after you are done
c) pigment like shadow has wonderful color saturation
d) infallible 24 HR shadows come in a diverse array of colors and textures

L'Oreal Sultry Smoke 24HR Infallible shadow - direct sunlight/no flash

Sultry Smoke is a semi matte, medium grey with a touch of blue that really stands out in the swatch above.  I say this is a semi matte because when you work with the product, you can actually see very teeny tiny micro shimmers scattered about the shadow.  They are easier to see when the color is packed on.  Once blended, the shimmers become unnoticeable  .  The more you layer of Sultry Smoke, the less blue it becomes...so those fearing the blue tinge, there is hope.

L'Oreal Sultry Smoke 24 HR Infallible shadow - direct sunlight/flash

I will say that for Sultry Smoke, a layered approach is best.  The lighter the hand you have or the more blended you want to make it, it appears patchy, with out without primer.  Big frownie face as this is really lovely when its just a wash of color.  Full on layers give drama without ever being too dark.  For fall eye looks, I have been pairing this with metallic chocolate browns, matte and shimmery berries, as well as purpley pinks!

This is my third of the 24 hour Infallibles and am working my way to getting many more!

Enjoy!  xoxo.


*Disclaimer - This item purchased by thepassengerelement blog.  All opinions are my own.  I am in now way being compensated for my review.*

Back To School Giveaway!

**Was out of town when I was to post this without resources.  I apologize for the inconvenience**

Its giveaway time again ladies and gents....what do I have for you this time?

Please excuse weird lighting

Here we are, that time again...Back To School!  Which is exciting since I too will be heading back to college to finish my studies.  What better way of getting you geared up for the new semester by giving away a back to school goodies bag featuring 8 awesome products!

Product close ups:

1 Macadamia Healing Oil Treatment (deluxe sample size)
2 L'Oreal Infallible 6 HR lipgloss in Rebel Red (full size)
3 Wet n Wild Mega Last lipstick in Don't Blink Pink (full size)
4 Wet n Wild Wild Shine lip lacquer in Enamored

5 Two Cosmetics shadow duo in Heartache (full size)
6 Wet n Wild ColorIcon eyeliner in Turquoise (full size)
7 Wet n Wild Wild Shine nail polish in Sparked (full size)
8 Color Club nail polish in London Calling (mini)

Follow the directions on the widget and good luck!


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Open to US residents only
giveaway run - 8/23/13 - 9/23/13
Winners will be announced on the blog, facebook, google+, twitter and tumblr.
*Disclaimer - not affiliated with any of the cosmetic brands represented*

2013 New Year! Giveaway!!! CLOSED

Happy New Year! Happy New Year!

Now, how do I celebrate the new year here at the passenger element?  A giveaway of course :)

New Year Giveaway!

I ended 2012 on a pretty high note, blog-wise.  I had a few more followers than I expected, and I could not be more thankful for that.  I really do appreciate you guys stopping by and checking out my little corner of the blog community.

Here is what you will receive:

LORAC single shadow in Suede

L'Oreal Magic Skin BB Cream in Deep

Wet n Wild Mega Liner in 862A Indigo Blue

Essence Fancy Lashes with glue included

Right now, this giveaway is only available to those living in the United States.  Contest starts today 1/17 and ends 1/24.  Good Luck everyone and thanks for taking a look and supporting me :)

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