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Press Sample
By Sheila Arkee
If my review of DHC’s Olive Body Butter were to consist of the following: “This stuff is YUM, buy it!”, it would be completely, concisely accurate. From the scent of green apples and rose to the richly textured cream that yields soft, supple skin, Olive Body Butter will rock your world.
DHC, purveyors of some of my favorite skin care products, gave me a sneak peak of their Olive Body Butter, which is due to be released on July 1, 2013.
DHC’s Olive Body Butter is a blend of emollient cocoa and shea butters, as well as conditioning olive and avocado oils. This antioxidant-rich cream is as smooth as it sounds, melting into your skin without any added greasiness – a huge plus! Olive Body Butter literally sinks into your skin, getting to work immediately. When used after a scrub, the results are amazing.
Not only does DHC’s Olive Body Butter win for the incredibly scrumptious body butter itself, the packaging and art scores high marks in my book. It’s adorable and I don’t even want to throw the tub away when it’s finished.
The verdict? So great, I wish it was edible! DHC’s Olive Body Butter will be available on DHC’s website in July Find it online in July for $19 at dhccare.com.
By Sheila Arkee
And my mind is blown by that.
And I’m a little disappointed that there’s no official Kindergarten graduation, because he would be so cute in a cap and gown!
It wasn’t the easiest year, and just like my post on size discrimination, it’s going to take me a while to process the events and put them in writing, but this story is one that is very important to share not just for Autism parents, or special needs parents, but for parents and guardians everywhere.
Andre finished Kindergarten in a different school district than the one he started, and had a much happier experience than at the beginning of the year. While I’m glad he has come so far and is such a joyful boy, I am also extremely unhappy with his previous school district. It was some sad times, folks.
All I want to say is this - never ever, ever, ever, ever, EVER give up advocating for and defending your children.
Andre has Autism. You can read more of his story here.
Press Sample
By Sheila Arkee
In the past few weeks, I’ve been on a journey with mascara. A long overdue one that has seen me spreading my wings beyond my tried and true favorites. As much as I love Jordana’s Best Lash Extreme and Make Up For Ever’s Smoky Lash, it’s been time to open up to other great possibilities in the world of mascara.
Rimmel has quite a few mascaras on the market, and I found myself loving their Scandaleyes Lycra Flex, which left my lashes looking quite lush. Will Rimmel’s Extra WOW Lash mascara live up to its good reputation? With a name like that, it sure better make me say, “wowzers!!!”
It’s hard to accurately photograph, but Extra Wow Mascara has a tapered brush that looks like a 3D triangle, making it easy to get into those hard to reach corners and coat them with mascara.
I found that Extra WOW is easy to apply, doesn’t clump up on me, and creates nicely separated and voluminous lashes. Here it is in action.
And yet again. It’s a nice look, and I what I like most is that it does not create any smudging or fall down.
In comparison, here are my eyes with Rimmel Scandaleyes Lycra Flex. I have to say, I find this the volume of this mascara a little more appealing than Extra WOW.
The verdict? While I’m not saying WOWZERS, I like it. I really, really like Rimmel’s Extra WOW Mascara which is a bargain find priced at $3.99. You can find this mascara at Ulta and other mass market retailers that sell Rimmel products.
By Sheila Arkee
It feels entirely strange to not prep a day for 365 Day of Makeup! In the meanwhile between day 1/365, here are my top 10 favorites from the past year, in no particular order.
For a full gallery of looks from the past 3 years, check out Painted Ladies 365 Days of Makeup page on Pinterest!
1. Dramatic Blue and Gold
2.MAC Woodwinked!
3. Glittery Mermaid Eyes
4. Aqua Love
5.Glitter everywhere!
6. A bit of glitter in an unexpected place.
7. Sparkly tan lids.
8. A classic smoky eye.
9. Inspired by Christina Aguilera!
10. A personal favorite!
Press Sample I Bought It
By Sheila Arkee
Woo hoo!!!
Hello, day 365!
When I started 365 Days of Eyeshadow three years ago, it was literally just a photo of a single eye, that turned in to a single photo of my lips, cheeks, or nails and over time morphed into full-face photos. In the next edition on 365 I hope to do more full faces and we’ll see what else happens. 
Thank you all for your support, comments, and helpful feedback along the way. After a few days off, 365 Days of Makeup IV will be underway!
Face
Hourglass Primer No. 28
MAC Studio Fix Fluid NC40
NYX Concealer Stick in Glow
MAC Studio Careblend Powder in Medium Dark
Youngblood Cream Blush in Plum Satin
NYX Tango With Bronzing Stick in Bronzy Lambada
Wet n Wild Fergie Highlighter in Rose Champagne Afterglow
Eyes
Base: Prestige Primed & Ready & City Color Shadow Primer
Lid: Urban Decay Sin Shadow Stick with MAC Woodwinked
Crease: MAC Texture
Outer Corner: MAC Folie
Browbone: MAC Goldbit
Liner: Rimmel Scandaleyes Kohl in Sparkling Black
Brows: NYX Auto Eyebrow Pencil in Dark Brown
Mascara: Rimmel Extra Wow Lash
Lips
Milani Haute Pink Lip Liner
Milani Raspberry Sherbet Lipgloss
Press Sample I Bought It
By Sheila Arkee
From left to right: MAC Nehru, MAC Greystone, MAC Smut, MAC Print, MAC Knight Divine, Urban Decay Asphalt
Press Sample I Bought It
By Sheila Arkee
Green and peach are somewhat of a retro combination, but works so well here with a modern twist!
Face
Hourglass Primer No. 28
NYX Concealer Stick in Glow
Painted Earth Luminous Coconut Oil Pressed Foundation on Natural Beige
Physicians Formula Happy Booster in Rose
Eyes
Base: Prestige Primed & Ready & City Color Shadow Primer
Inner Lid: Rimmel Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl in Light Blue with BFTE Envy
Outer Lid: MAC Mink and Sable
Browbone: MAC Naked Pigment
Liner: Rimmel Soft Kohl Liner in Black
Brows: NYX Auto Eyebrow Pencil in Dark Brown
Mascara: Make Up For Ever Smoky Lash
Lips
Milani Nude Lip Liner
Anastasia Sharona Hydrafull Lipgloss
Press Sample
By Sheila Arkee
After learning about and falling in love with Rimmel’s Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl eyeliners, I’m on a mission to scoop up as many of these fantastic $4.49 liners as possible.
At first glance, Light Blue might not seem like the most wearable liner, but let me show you 4 fun ways to wear this pastel blue kohl.
Look 1: Get artsy.
Look 2: Throw back to the 90s.
Look 3: Line your waterlinebas an alternative to white.
Look 4: Use it as a base for a pigment, as I did with the middle shadow.
These kohls are so great I can’t stop singing their praises! You can find then where ever Rimmel is sold.
Press Sample I Bought It
By Sheila Arkee
When a mom goes goth. Or decides to wear a really bold lipstick for the day. 
Face
Hourglass Primer No. 28
Illuminare Moisturizing Mineral Foundation in Sienna Sun
NYX Concealer Stick in Glow
CoverGirl + Olay Pressed Powder in Light/Medium
Nars Crazed Blush
Eyes
Base: Prestige Primed & Ready & City Color Shadow Primer
Lid: Urban Decay Shadow Stick in Sin with BFTE Chaos
Outer Corner: MAC Texture
Browbone: MAC Shroom
Liner: Avon Ultra Liner in Dark Brown
Brows: NYX Auto Eyebrow Pencil in Dark Brown
Mascara: Make Up For Ever Smoky Lash
Lips
Milani Nude Lip Liner
Milani Black Cherry
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