Poison Passion-Complementary Colours

The other day I woke up and for some reason I just had to use purple and yellow together!

As purple and yellow are complementary colours, they can be very difficult to blend, so I decided to go for more of a cut-crease look. 

 This makeup was a great way to distract myself from the fact it's freezing cold here, these colours are so bright and fun. I really love how this turned out :)

FACE/LIPS:

Revlon Colorstay Foundation

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder

Sleek Contour Powder (from the Face Form Kit)

NARS Laguna Bronzer

MAC Whisper of Guilt

NYX Lip Gloss 'Whipped'

EYES:

Urban Decay Primer Potion

NYX White Eyeshadow Base

Sugarpill Poison Plum

Sugarpill Buttercupcake

Sugarpill Bulletproof

Maybelline Eye Studio Gel Liner

Maybelline Colossal Volume Express Mascara

Red Cherry #43 Lashes

Do you like this colour combo?

xx

Gift Giving with Sigma Beauty

Gift giving can be an immensely daunting task, especially when you realise Christmas is only 5 weeks away (where the hell did the year go??) and you have to buy for a makeup artist/enthusiast/junkie/hoarder. Don't worry lovely, Sigma is here to help.

I have compiled a few ideas, sorted them into categories and included links to the product to make your shopping experience and decisions easier!

Read to the end of this post for 3 very special deals!!

MAKEUP

*Great for those who want to expand their kit*

Eyeshadow Bases are a must have for any makeup enthusiast. All the bases Sigma offer can be used with a wide variety of eyeshadows as they enhance and transform the look and application. They are smooth, quick-drying and will increase the longevity of your eye makeup. They can also be worn alone, therefore everyone needs them ;)

Available here for $13 each.

Extended Wear Eyeliners are a must for makeup enthusiasts, and those on the go who like to add a little extra drama to their look. These eyeliners were developed with a creamy, long-wearing formula and come in 9 individual shades or can be purchased in sets of 3 including a brush, a great gift idea!

Available here for $9 each, or $33 for the set.

BRUSH KITS

*Great for professionals and those who like a touch of luxury ;)*

The Extravaganza Chrome Kit features 29 of Sigma's best selling brushes with hand polished chrome ferrules and is packaged in a deluxe carrying case, ideal for travel and storage.

The Extravaganza Chrome Kit is available here for $379.

The Extravaganza Copper Kit also features 29 of Sigma's best selling brushes with hand polished copper ferrules and is packaged in a deluxe carrying case, ideal for travel and storage. It's so pretty!

The Extravaganza Copper Kit is available here for $429

These kits contain everything you could possibly need for a luxurious makeup application.

ON A BUDGET

*Perfect for those with limited funds this gift giving season*

Sigma's Eyeshadow collection boasts a wide range of shades and finishes from their top eyeshadow palettes. Each eyeshadow is paraben free, richly pigmented and long-wearing, plus there are over 30 shades to choose from! At just $11 each, you can mix and match to suit the loved one you're gifting them to. 

Available here for $11.

Sigma's amazing quality brushes, what they are predominately known for, are also available individually. Basically, if you can't afford to gift your loved one a full set of brushes, why not get them a few singles they'll really love? They have brushes for everything you can think of and more! I can personally vouch for Sigma when I say they are amazing, they are the only brushes I use, and I've been using the same kit for years. Sigma brushes are well worth the investment and you will certainly get your money worth!

Available here from just $12!

GRAB and GIFT

*These are my personal picks that are great for gifting- makeup or brush sets that are ready to go. Just grab, wrap and gift!*

The Sigma Paris Palette is the PERFECT gift for any beauty, whether they are a beginner, a makeup enthusiast or a professional. There is something for everyone in this palette, and I'm dying to get my hands on it! The only downside to this palette is that it's limited edition, so you'd better be quick! The Paris Palette contains 8 eyeshadows, 2 blushes, a highlight and 2 travel size brushes! All for $49 (originally $59). What more could you ask for?

Available here for only $49.

Sigma Travel Kits are great for those beginning with makeup brushes and those who travel a lot. The kits contain 7 travel size brushes from the best-selling essential kit and come packaged in a container that converts into 2 brush holders, both cute and functional. If the set wasn't already great enough as is, it also comes in fun colours like blue, pink and purple. 

Who wouldn't want one of these sets?

Available here for $75.

Sigma Extended Wear Eyeliner Kits and Sigma Eye Shadow Base Kits are great little gifts as they contain the necessities for makeup lovers. You can never have too many eyeliners, right? ;)

Each kit contains 3 different eyeliners or eyeshadow bases with an included brush for applying or blending, and there are 3 kits to choose from containing different shades. These kits are perfect for secret santa gifts or even as stocking stuffers!

Available here for $33-35.

Not only will Sigma give you a free gift for spending over $30, they even have a 10% discount code for the rest of November!

If you miss out on placing your order before the end of November, don't fret because Sigma are celebrating Black Friday and Cyber Monday with 2 very special deals.

 This only happens once a year!

Take a look at Sigma's website for even more great gift ideas!

All photo's courtesy of Sigma Beauty.

Thanks so much for reading! Shop away! xx

Sigma Advanced Artistry Collection

Brand new and unique to Sigma Beauty is the Advanced Artistry collection featuring 3 special brush sets.

The Advanced Artistry brushes are specially designed for mastering specific functions of makeup artistry. Each brush was made to go beyond the basic uses, custom designed for detailed makeup purposes. The Advanced Artistry Set is comprised of three new kits that are completely unique to the industry; The Perfect Blend, Spot-On Concealer and Extreme Color Payoff.

The Perfect Blend Kit $63

The assortment of brushes provide a variety of uses such as working shadow into the crease, buffing out harsh lines and blending colors for a diffused finish. Whether you want to go from subtle to sensational or sharp to smoked-out, this is the perfect kit.

Brushes included in the kit: E32 – Exact Blend, E38 – Diffused Crease, E37 – All Over Blend, E39 – Buff and Blend, E48 – Pointed Crease, E71 – Highlight Diffuser

Spot-On Concealer Kit $63        

The various brush sizes, textures and angles were designed to apply the perfect amount of product for maximum coverage anywhere on the face. Buff and blend your way to flawless skin.

Brushes included in the kit: F69 – Angled Pixel Concealer, F66 – Angled Buff Concealer, F64 – Soft Blend Concealer, F63 – Airbrush Blender, F71 – Detail Concealer, F68 – Pin-Point Concealer

The Extreme Colour Payoff Kit $63

The different shapes and sizes of the bristles allow you to create a variety of looks while providing an intense and concentrated color payoff. Intended for makeup enthusiasts, the creative possibilities are endless.

Brushes included in the kit: E20 – Short Shader, E30 – Pencil, E44 – Firm Blender, E57 – Firm Shader, E58 – Cream Color, E59 – Wide Shader

These kits look amazing and I seriously hope to get my hands on them one day. The 3 kits can also be purchased together for $175 (save $14) which is great for professionals and full on makeup enthusiasts.

Use the code FALL2013 for 10% off your order for the month of October!

Head on over to Sigma for more info

NEW PRODUCT: Sigma Eyeliners

"Explore our brand-new Extended Wear Eye Liner Collection launching today! These eye liners are the newest additions to the Sigma makeup collection and will be available permanently. The eye liners were developed to add a bold, dynamic edge to your current look."

Sigma Beauty have just released their own line of eyeliner pencils designed to perfectly complement the Sigma eyeshadow collection. From neutral to cool tones, I'm sure there's something for everyone.

"With makeup enthusiasts in mind, the liners were developed to add a bold, dynamic edge to your current look. "

'What is the price?' I hear you asking. The eyeliners individually cost $9 each, or the eyeliner kits cost $33 for 3 liners with a brush included, great value if you ask me!

To take a look and order yours, click here .

Victoria Frances Goth Girl!

Hey everyone!

Today I bring you a look I did recently that I've been thinking about doing for a while. Its based on one of Victoria Frances' amazing artworks. I guess this can also count as a halloween look (goth chick perhaps!), just tweak it as you desire!

I have explained everything you need to create this look!

Enjoy!

Using the Sigma E35 Tapered Blending Brush, apply Sugarpill's Poison Plum, or any similar purple you have, to the entire lid and blend as desired. Then, using the same brush, apply a darker purple or a small amount of black to the inner portion of the eyelid. You can find this must-have brush here: http://www.sigmabeauty.com/product_p/e35.htm?Click=1897

Next, using a Sigma E65, line your upper lashline and waterline with a black cream or gel eyeliner. I used MAC's Blacktrack Fluidline. This brush is great for applying gel eyeliners, perfect size and easy to control. You can find it here: http://www.sigmabeauty.com/product_p/e65.htm?Click=1897

After the eyes are done and mascara is on, use the Sigma F80 brush to buff the foundation of your choice into your skin. Using the flat top kabuki brush really creates a flawless application of foundation. This brush can be purchased for $16 here: http://www.sigmabeauty.com/Sigma_Flat_Top_Synthetic_Kabuki_F_80_p/f80.htm?Click=1897

The next step is to apply your concealer and buff it into the skin with the Sigma E40 Blending Brush. This is technically an eye brush, but I love the way it blends my concealer into my skin. I recommend that everyone gives it a go! It's a steal at $9

http://www.sigmabeauty.com/product_p/e40.htm?Click=1897

To finish off the skin, set your foundation with a matching face powder. To do so, use the Sigma F30 Powder Brush. Its the perfect size for powdering the whole face quickly, especially when you're on the go! You can find it here:

http://www.sigmabeauty.com/product_p/f30.htm?Click=1897

Now onto the fun part! To create the tears and swirl design, I suggest using the Sigma E05 Eyeliner brush. Its extremely easy to use as its so small and has a nice point, perfect for doing detail work. If you are interested in doing creative, detail work, this brush is a must have! Purchase here http://www.sigmabeauty.com/product_p/e05.htm?Click=1897 for just $9!

Finally comes the lips. If you don't have a lip brush, like me, you can turn one of your other brushes into a multi-tasking brush! Here I used the Sigma F70 Concealer brush to apply my nude lip colour of choice. Its not too big and works really well as a lip brush. At $9 you can't really go wrong. http://www.sigmabeauty.com/product_p/f70.htm?Click=1897

If you are interested in buying any of these brushes, why not save yourself some money and get the whole set of 12 brushes for $79 without the brush roll, or for $99 including the brush roll?!

http://www.sigmabeauty.com/Complete_Kit_p/ck001.htm?Click=1897

Now onto the photos!

This look would be perfect for halloween! Just pair it with a dark lip for a goth look, or pale out your skin and add some greyish contours and create a 'dead' look!

EYES:

• MAC Painterly Paintpot
• Sugarpill Poison Plum
• Sleek Noir Eyeshadow
• MAC Blacktrack Fluidline
• Bourjois Liner Effect Mascara
• Mehron Paradise Prisma Blendset (Body Paint)

FACE:

• MAC Studio Fix Foundation
• MAC Select Moisturecover Concealer
• MAC Light Medium MSF Natural
• MAC Blushbaby Blush

LIPS:

• Concealer
• MAC Boy Bait Lipglass

Let me know what you think of the look :)

Thanks for stopping by!

xx

Sigmaaaax!

Sigma has released their new line of Sigmax Synthetic brushes consisting 5 brand new brushes in a range of shapes and styles.

With its tapered design, the F86 is perfect for application of liquid, cream and powder products to precise areas on the face. The F86 is also an ideal contouring brush. It applies the perfect amount of product to the right areas for that flawless, sculpted look that every woman desires. This brush is revolutionary to the beauty industry and very unique in quality and design. It is the perfect addition to any makeup kit. The F86 will be sold individually for $16 or as part of the Synthetic Kabuki Kit (F80, F82, F84 and F86) sold for $56.

http://www.sigmabeauty.com/Sigma_Tapered_Top_Synthetic_Kabuki_F86_p/f86.htm?Click=1897

The new Synthetic Precision Kit contains the P80, P82, P84 and P86. The P80 is a small, flat top brush that is ideal to conceal blemishes, sun spots and small imperfections on the skin. It can be used to stipple concealer on defined areas, followed by precise application of setting powder. The rounded P82 brush was designed to mimic your fingertips, making this brush ideal to apply eye shadow primers. It can also be used for the precise application of highlight shades on the bridge of the nose, cheek bones and cupid’s bow. The small angled top of the P84 makes this brush perfect for precise contouring of the sides of the nose and contouring the hollows of the cheek bones. It can also be used to highlight the brow bone. Lastly, the unique tapered shape of the P86 brush is ideal for application of concealer under the eyes and in defined areas such as the sides of the nose, chin and around the mouth. This brush can also be used to perfectly apply concealer around the lips to prevent color bleeding. Each of these brushes will be sold individually for $14 or as the Synthetic Precision Kit (P80, P82, P84 and P86) for $49.

http://www.sigmabeauty.com/Sigma_Precision_Eyes_Kit_p/smax02.htm?Click=1897

If you want to try out all of the synthetic must haves, the Synthetic Essential Kit is for you! This collection contains all eight face brushes specifically designed for a high definition, flawless makeup application. The shape, density and height of each brush were designed to complement the different areas and shapes of the face. The Synthetic Essential Kit has everything you need to achieve a perfect and flawless look! It is now available on our website for $99.

http://www.sigmabeauty.com/product_p/smax03.htm?Click=1897

Ultimately, these new releases ensure there's something for everyone!

XX

Sigma - Make Me CRAZY! Brush Set

Hello my amazing followers!

Yesterday, I finally received my Sigma Make Me Crazy Brush set after winning Bubblegarm's (go follow her!) contest with this look:

The contest winners were announced on the 27th Jan, 2011. If you're wondering why it took so long to get my brushes, its because I'm a complete moron and somehow left out some vital information when I sent Sigma my address.

I was devastated when I realised, contacted them immediately and told them my mistake. They replied telling me the brushes should be returned to them, and when they do, they would resend them to my correct address. The lovely staff over at Sigma are amazing, and did just that!

Introducing... amazing purple brushes!!!!

Cutest little note! :)

Just LOOOOK at how gorgeous these brushes are!

I'm so in love with them! :)

If you're interested in buying these brushes, or checking out the other colours they have, click here!

I got the Sigma complete kit with brush roll for christmas a couple of years ago, which is essentially these same brushes, but black. I quickly compared them last night after opening my package, and noticed there are some slight differences in the brushes.

Would any of you be interested in me comparing/reviewing the 2 sets?

Let me know!

Thanks for stopping by!

xxx