Beauty Week at The Office

What is the best thing that could happen to a beauty junkie/beauty blogger like me? How about a week full of beauty sampling? My oh-so wonderful boss who's been handing me a variety of make-up and skin care products to try out! I have to admit that I almost a got a mini heart attack every time she handed me a foundation, eyeshadow and lipstick to try and get a description of each. The guys at the office have also been having fun trying out lip balms and shampoos.

Here's some photos of the stuff we've been trying and loving here at the office.

Oh, by the way, have I mentioned how much I love being an intern here?

#Gaga4Gaga

My younger brother and his bestie,Caroline, are seeing Lady Gaga tonight in concert and they are utterly psyched! She has to be their ultimate idol because last night they withstood 39 degree weather with their Snuggies and uncomfy folded chairs so they could score some special "Monster Pit" bracelets (aka Lady Gaga-esque mosh pit). This will grant them a front row view of all the action! So exciting! By the way, considering we are in Houston I hope Beyonce makes an appearance to sing with Queen Gaga herself. Almost makes me remember my concert hopping ways back in Honduras when I was a teen...

I got to have a little fun and do some make-up on Caroline inspired by Lady Gaga for the concert tonight.Doesn't she look amazing?

I used my favorite L'Oreal liquid liner pen for the eye art and a limited edition Victoria's Secret palette and mixed two colors for her lips.

Stay Beautiful!

So fresh and so clean clean!

A few posts ago I gave you a quick tip on how to wash your make-up brushes and the best way to dry them. Well,I just bumped into this amazing stand to dry your brushes in and keep them in tip-top shape. Clever huh? Why didn't I think of this? This will definitely help extend the life of your brushes and let you keep them out of the way once you have sanitized them. If you have as many brushes as I do, this is a must!

Stay Beautiful!

Dear Teacher: I'm sorry for being a beauty junkie

I never struggle with college and I'm that rare breed of student that highly enjoys giving out a presentation in front of the class: I practice beforehand, I get giddy and full of adrenaline because I enjoy it so much. And shouldn't everybody?

So, when I got a "B" this semester I totally flipped. I looked for my professor immediately because I desperately needed to know why after being an enthusiastic presenter, turning in all my assignments and excelling in my last portfolio I got such undeserving grade (I am getting a degree in a Digital Photography Specialization).

When the professor gives me an answer I am in utter shock and awe, " "You got a "B" because you're always putting make-up on in my class and that is so rude." I think to myself: that is so unfair, considering I don't apply my make-up chanting or giving my less beauty savvy classmates tips.

Worst words after that: "You are an "A" student, you do "A" work but even if you have the best photos and work in the class, you get a "B".

I'll be honest: I have no clue how one thing affects another because they don't. I never compromised the quality of my work with a little bit of corrective make-up application at 9:00am.

As of right now, I'm writing a letter to my teacher apologizing for being a beauty junkie.

Lights, Mirror, Make-up!

My husband had been taunting me and hyping up the awesome birthday gift he had ordered for me...only it didn't arrive on my birthday or even the week after! Finally, last week, the box was on our door and I couldn't wait to rip it open.

One phrase for all of you: ultimate make-up mirror. This mirror is equipped with natural light lamps for the best make-up application. My pocket mirrors can't compete with that!

The Ott Light comes in a range of colors and patterns for you to choose from. It has a regular side and a 5x magnifying side for all of you who like to see their pores up close (not me!) or achieve a flawless smoky eyeshadow application.

Prices vary from $38.00- $80.00 on Amazon.
Thank you so much Miguel! I loved it!