5 Reasons Why You Should Love Drugstore Makeup

Lovlies! Hello! Are you having a good summer? I sure hope you are. Even if it isn't summer when you read this, I hope your day is going wonderful, and if it isn't, I'm really sorry, I wish I could help.

Today I'll be talking about the 5 reasons why drugstore makeup is so FREAKING awesome! Sure, it can be bad quality sometimes, but come on. You got what you paid for. And sometimes there can be those small gems that just light up your world. -cue magical rainbow-

Reasons:

1. It's so dang cheap, who cares if it doesn't work! Dang, you can get eyeliner for $1, does it matter if it was scratchy and unpigmented and horrible and...

2. When you find that Holy Grail product for $5, doesn't it just make you so warm and tingly inside? It makes all drugstore makeup just WORTH it.

3. You can get it while you shop for your bread and vegetables (Eat them. They're very good for you.).

4. Most drugstore makeup products are made by the same manufacturers and factories as high-end brands. Proof: I have a friend who works in the cosmetic industry.

5. If you don't like the product, then you can usually return it to the store, unlike most department store cosmetic counters.

So, if you're opting to get a lot of makeup for not as much money, say you're just starting out as a teenager or are on an emergency run to the store, drugstore makeup isn't all as bad as it looks. Even for those people cough snobs cough who think they're too good for it. ;)

Thank you for reading, I appreciate everyone of you guys!

Your rambling beauty addict,

Mai

Mascara Monday: Maybelline Volum' Express Falsies Review (plus pictures)

Hi, I know I've kind of been neglecting you. I've been recovering from all the Fourth of July madness and have 3 reviews set up for you guys. I'll get right to the review here...

So, today I'm going to be talking about another one of the Volum' Express series mascaras from Maybelline. Would it really hurt to add that last "e" to Volum'? Goodness.

Anyway, look at the pretty pictures, I'll have more to say in a bit:

Drugstore EOTD: Simple Smokey Eye

Hey guys, I'm sorry I haven't posted in a WEEK. I'm not dead, I promise, I'm just starting up a bunch of drafts for the summer and getting ready for fall/winter Back to School Series! :) But first things first, I've got to get everything for the summer done first! Anyway, here's my little EOTD, it's really easy to recreate, I was using everything drugstore. Even my brushes and primer were drugstore, and it really did uphold through the whole night. But you probably want to see pictures, so here we go. P.S. I apologize for the wonky fallout and eyebrows. DX It was a long night.

How to Wear the Slowly Popping in Trend, Crop Tops (Dressing For Less)

Hello, readers! Today I'm going to get straight to the point and talk about crop tops. Most everyone can pull these off with the right tips and tricks. Really. You don't need J-Lo's abs, it's okay if you have an actual stomach like real people. Just follow these tips and strut your stuff!

Rule #1: Pick the Right Length

This is simple, if you want to be daring, show your belly button. But be warned, this can make you look trashy if not styled right. If you have a crop top higher than your belly button, try to make your bottoms more conservative, maybe a high-waisted pair of trousers. If you're just more conservative in general, and it's fine if you are, then you should wear one that skims over the line between your bellybutton and the waistline of your jeans. The length of the crop top decides how your look is going to speak to the viewers, so be careful.

The Must-Have Summer Staple: Maxi Dresses (Dressing for Less)

Bonjour, dear readers, today I will be addressing maxi dresses. What is a maxi dress? According to Wikipedia (yes, they have invalid sources, but they can be right half the time!) a maxi dress is:

A floor or ankle length informal dress. Maxi dresses are formfitting at the top and loose flowing at the bottom, cut to flow over the body. They are usually made out of cotton or polyester and come in a variety of necklines, colors and patterns.

They are so gorgeous! They are mainly used to create a boho look, but can definitely create a different vibe if used right. See how after the jump.

Spring/Summer 2012 Trends for Less: Neons and Brights

Hello, readers! Today I will be sharing some Spring/Summer trends that you can get for less than runway prices. A major S/S 2012 trend is NEON NEON NEON. Hopefully we won't get all the way overboard and back to the 80s, but I think I can find a way to incorporate it into your wardrobe.