I have no excuses as to why I haven't posted so lets just get going because I'm really excited about this.
-The Foundation-
I first heard about the L'oréal Infallible Pro-Matte foundation (why the long names) from Mirella's foundation review (
link). I really value her opinion on beauty products because so far I have agreed with almost everything in her reviews, that being so I knew I had to try this foundation out.
When I first bought it I accidentally grabbed shade 102 which ended up being way to orange for my skin tone so I tried out 101 (the lightest shade) next. Unfortunately that shade was too light so I mix the two in different portions depending on how tan I am. I apply all my foundations with a damp real techniques makeup
sponge just because this is what works best with my skin type. I did notice that if you want to apply the foundation as I do, make sure there is no excess water in the sponge (as in when you squeeze it, none should drip out). Having too much water in the sponge can cause the foundation to apply splotchy. Another thing that can cause that is not letting your moisturizer sink into the skin for at least 10 minutes before applying the foundation!
I know that this is a drugstore foundation but I was kind of surprised at the price? Maybe its just me but I was worried when I first purchased it because the tube is kind of small for over $10. It is on the pricier side for drugstore foundations but once I started to use it I realized it is pretty close to high end quality, so for that price I couldn't be mad. Also a little goes a long way, I usually apply a nickel sized portion onto the back of my hand and rarely find myself going back for more.
The coverage is a pretty impressive medium. It conceals my redness so I rarely have to go back over a blemish with concealer. I avoid applying a lot under my eyes though because it sort of makes that area feel tight and dry, might just be me though!
L'oréal was not joking when they said 24 hours because this is definitely an extremely long lasting foundation. I know I don't have to worry about it separating or just coming off on any surface that makes contact with my face. It's fantastic. I really don't have to use any powder to set because it does keep the oils at bay for a long time. I will only put a tiny bit on my t-zone however if I know I'm going to be sweating a lot.
I have pretty dry skin meaning I do get patches of flakes frequently so I make sure to exfoliate before applying this foundation because I have noticed it can cling to those areas slightly. I am really impressed though that its 'pro-matte' qualities do not dry out my skin throughout the day.
If you are thinking about trying this foundation I suggest you do because it has become a favorite for many including me.
-The Concealer-
Much like the foundation, I found out about the Maybelline master concealer from Mirella's concealer review (
link). She was on a search for a concealer that did not crease, yes I do say 'was' because she found it and it was this one.
I could rave about this concealer for a year if you let me, I'd run around drugstores throwing it in peoples carts, telling everyone who didn't even ask that it's the best... because it is. So lets get started.
I have the second to lightest shade which is simply titled 'light' which I use on blemishes and under my eyes. However, because it matches my skin tone perfectly it doesn't really brighten my under eye like I would want so I will probably buy the lightest shade 'Fair' soon for that exact purpose.
This concealer is not sticky at all, so it does not get stuck to itself and crease under the eye. Amazing. The coverage insane and you can apply layers on blemishes if needed without it getting caky.
I find it awesome that even though the coverage is high, the formula is surprisingly light. I apply it by patting with my ring finger which helps melt it into the skin and blend well with foundation.
The finish is dry but in a good way, as in no creases. Also no worry of it sticking to dry patches!
I really can say nothing bad about this concealer so try it out before you find it randomly in your cart at the drugstore.
Thank you so much for reading and if you try out either of these please let me know!
-Callie
My Polaroid- I finally bought film for 1 of my 3 polaroid cameras and was super pumped to find out the Sun 600 worked! I took it to the Hozier concert I went to this week and snapped this bad boy. The film I bought is the Impossible Project 600 Poisoned Paradise.
Massimo Giorgetti initially studied accounting and actually
never went to a fashion design school. He says he learned everything when he
worked in retail as a sales clerk at a boutique. Giorgetti became a
professional designer in 2004 and launched his own capsule fashion collection
at age 24 of jeans and sweatshirts. He continued in fashion with 5 years of
freelance consulting. 2008 was the turning point year when Giorgetti partners
with Paoloni group and starts the MSGM brand. The name comes from the initials
of his friends who started the brand with him but are not in it anymore. What
got MSGM on the map was the 2009 collection that included computer made prints
and fluorescent colors. Since 2009 the points of sale have rose 50 percent per
year. The company ended 2012 with 14 million. In September 2013 MSGM had its
first appearance at fashion week and the first store was launched both in
Milan. Now the brand is stocked in 600 stores worldwide. Giorgetti has been
featured in vogue talents, whos on next, and invested in by Italian and
international boutiques. In Mark 2015 Emilio Pucci announced Massimo Giorgetti
as his new Creative Director. Giorgetti’s first ever womans wear collection for
the house will come out in spring 2016.
Wenqi Wu was born in Shanghai China to a family of
traditional Confucian values. He was raised following those ideals along with
practicing Chinese calligraphy. This influenced Wu’s designs through his lines
and shapes. His family moved to New York when he was 16 years old and the
differences in culture and fashion inspired him to pursue his dreams in the
industry. Wu attended Parsons and was able to intern for Donna Karan and Bibhu
Moh-Hapatra. The young student won first place ever in the Gianfranco Ferre Foundation
x Parsons ‘I am Architect’ competition. Wu now in his senior year has
sponsorships from Saga Fur and Shoe Polytechnic. As of right now Wenqi Wu has
three lines, FW 14, SS 15, and FW 15, which was shown at New York Fashion Week.
Wu’s
childhood of brush painting and calligraphy study are apparent in collections.
He claims that New York really represents modern art in its graphic aspects and
also shapes and lines similar to Chinese calligraphy. Instead of using clichéd
motifs, Wu aimed to use those similarities to play with boundaries in culture
and modernism today. 
