I'm still in Lisbon, really enjoying the food, wine and culture here. Last night we went to one of the local Fado houses. Fado, which means 'fate', are these beautiful songs sung by men or women, which express betrayal, jealousy, or disappointed love. Fado is also linked to saudade, the feeling of longing for something impossible to attain. Men at sea would sing these songs to the women they left behind, "Wishing they were here, or wishing I was there." The songs are accompanied by a guitarra, a twelve string Portuguese guitar shaped like a mandolin, and a viola, an acoustic Spanish guitar.
June for me was a month of routine. I ended up with a "June" face wearing the same makeup every single day! Many of my favorites from last month were included, such as the Armani Heat palette, which I'm still obsessing over, and my Guerlain bronzer and highlighting star powder. I've added to that my current love, the Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Gold, and the Chanel Joues Contraste in Espiegle, a warm peach. I use the bronzer for contouring and definition, then add a touch of blush for warmth and color. The Becca highlighter is perfect for creating a glow on my cheekbones as well.
A new discovery for me this month is the Le Metier de Beaute Peau Vierge. This tinted treatment fluid contains Retinol. I received a generous sample of this from my local sales associate and have been using it everyday. After three days my skin was noticeably clearer! In fact, my skin is softer and smoother, and with this being the only change to my skin regimen I know this is what made the difference. I still use my Armani Luminous Silk at night, or when I want more coverage, but I make sure to use the Peau Vierge at least once a day to obtain the benefits. I will definitely be purchasing this once my sample is finished! I am also looking forward to the Le Metier skin care line which will incorporate the Peau Vierge technology!
Other favorites this month are the Chanel Le Stylo Waterproof Eye Pencil in Rose Platine and the Le Metier de Beaute large concealer brush. Both have become staples.
Sorry the lay out is not perfect, but I am working in HTML which is a little difficult for me, and I wanted to post something while I had the chance!
What are your favorites for the month of June? Any new discoveries? Don't forget to enter my Edward Bess giveaway!
Now you make me want Le Metier de Beaute Peau Vierge even more! ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous, versatile products. Thanks for posting! My June faves are Erborian BB cream, Benefit Creaseless cream shadow in Birthday Suit, Dior Summer Powder in Aurora, and Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Concealer. :)
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Flyavsted- Definitely try it! Get a sample from your local counter. My SA was really generous!
ReplyDeletePandora- Great favorites! Thanks for sharing!
I have to order it unseen and untried from US as I live in Europe. I have only tried the Le Metier de Beaute eyeshadows yet. I really want to try the whole line of products though ;) I love the eyeshadows. Do you recall what eyeshadow you are wearing in your profile picture? It looks gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteLisbon is definitely on my list for places I want to visit. Right after I go back to Barcelona for a full 10 days!
ReplyDeleteI am curious about that LMdB Peau Vierge because I am looking for a new skincare regime. I know this is going to make my wallet cry!
Flyavsted- Thank you!!!! LMdB is a new range for me, I want to try all of their products too!!! believe it or not, I am pretty sure I was wearing Mac Woodwinked and Carbon in that pic. Woodwinked is my favorite Mac shadow! I haven't used that one in a while since all of my new discoveries!
ReplyDeleteLexi- I'm headed to Barcelona next and I can't wait!!!! If you have any reccs please let me know! If you want to know more about the LMdB PV check out a great review by bellebellebeau!
Thank you! I will dig those out of my collection and wear them tomorrow! ;) It's been a long time since I have worn Woodwinked and Carbon as well or anything MAC.
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, it sounds like you're having a very lovely vacation! I wish I could hear those songs, the description sounds absolutely breathtaking. Beautiful June favs, love Espiegle! I really want to try LMdB Peau Vierge now!
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Flyavsted- Isn't it funny how we all start with Mac and then our collection grows out of control to Le Metier and other high end brands!
ReplyDeleteRed lips- Thanks! I love the way Chanel blushes smell when you open them!
Luanne- Thank you so much!!!! I absolutely will!!!
It sounds like you are having a wonderful time. I completely understand what you mean about people starting with MAC, it seems MAC is responsible for a lot of makeup addictions out there!
ReplyDeleteYou have a wonderful blog, I will defintily be back to read more of what you post. I wish you lots of luck with it!
All the best,
Voe.
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Voe- Thank you so much!!!! My makeup addiction definitely started with Mac! Now I can't remember the last time I used it!
ReplyDeleteHmm, I thought I had already commented on this but I guess not, here it goes again...I love your favorites. Some of them are mine as well including the LMDB concealer brush and Peau Vierge. That blush looks really pretty too, you have excellent taste!
ReplyDeleteJenn- Thanks! I love reading everyone's favorites! Still obsessing over the PV. Thank goodness my SA gave me such a generous ample! It is going to last me until I get back and then I can finally pick some up!
ReplyDeleteGreat post!! I'm loving Chanel Vitalumiere foundation, Chanel Bronze Universel bronzer, and Dior's 5-pan shadow in the new Green Design. I can't narrow my lip choices down, as I use at least 2 different colors during the course of everyday...I have lip color ADD!
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you are enjoying your vacation!
Shannon
Hi Shannon- Those sound like great favorites as well! I have always wanted to try the Chanel bronzer! Will have to add it to my list!
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