Winter Weather Skincare Favorites

Face Cleansing Brush // 3-in-1 Cleanser // Age-Fighting Moisturizer //

Satin Lips Set // Satin Hands Set // Microdermabrasion Set // 

2-in-1 Body & Shave // Hydrating Lotion // 

Intense Moisturizing Cream // Oil-Free Hydrating Gel

Season dictates changes in skincare, just like it does with our wardrobe.  Like most women, I have to  change up my routine and beauty products when this crazy cold weather hits... even with oily skin.

Bold eyeliner look

Today's beauty products are linked below!! I'm having a super exciting day of fighting off allergies, running errands and taking care of a sick hubby... be jealous!! ;-)  What are y'all up to?

 Foundation Primer // Foundation // Bronzer // Blush // 

Eye Primer //  Cream Eye Shadow // Pink Eye Shadow // 

Purple Eye Shadow //  Black Eyeliner // Mascara // Brow Pencil // 

Brow Gel // Mineral Powder // Lipstick 

Interested in a new makeup look?  Check out my Virtual Makeover Tool!!

*warning: it's REALLY fun and may suck you in! ;-) ENJOY!!

Tip Tuesday: Long-lasting Lipstick + my favorite PINK!

 

 MUAH!! Happy Tuesday loves! How is your week going so far?  Today I just wanted to take a moment to pay tribute to my favorite PINK LIPSTICK shade recently... Pink Chérie!

{photo from MaryKay.com}

This is the perfect pink in my book... not too light and not too bright!  Take a closer look at this shade and
even try it on virtually HERE!  Want to learn more about Mary Kay's True Dimensions formula?  Check
out this video!

This lipstick really is the silkiest, smoothest lipstick you will ever put on!  It's so moisturizing and luxurious!  And did you see all those shades?  This past season saw a lot of new additions and ladies are loving them!  What color is your favorite?

No matter what shade of lipstick you prefer, I'm sure you'd love to know how to make it last longer!  One of the most common questions I receive as a Beauty Consultant is how to make lipstick last.  So here you go... here are my tips and tricks!

Ladies, if you're searching for a magical lipstick that will stay on all day no matter what you eat, drink or do, I'm very sorry to disappoint you... this does not exist!  Seriously y'all.  It doesn't.  You will always have to reapply lipstick after meals, etc.  It's life.  BUT, I promise I can help minimize the number of times you have to do it!

Here are some of my favorite products from Mary Kay that I use on myself, I recommend to my customers and I use on all of my professional makeup jobs.  There are other brands that make these types of products... if you love another brand, go for it.  My tips are general application tips that can be applied by anyone with any brand products.  If you are interested in the specific Mary Kay products I mention, there is purchasing information at the bottom of this post, as well as a coupon code to use on your first purchase!

{Please note: As I always say, I personally only use Mary Kay and those are the products I talk about because I believe in the concept of being able to TRY your products and switch them out if they are not correct for you.  I don't know another company that guarantees every single product 100%.  So when I recommend these products, it is not for my gain but for yours... really, honestly.  I believe you should be able to return a product instead of getting stuck with a drawer full of beauty products you'll never use.  I believe you should be able to try lipstick shades to your heart's desire until you find just the right one.  I am able to provide this service to my customers through Mary Kay and their satisfaction guarantee} 

1. Exfoliate your lips.  The skin on your lips is the only skin on your entire body that does not naturally exfoliate.  This is why we all have so many issues with dry lips, peeling and cracking.  Using a lip mask to scruff off the dead skin cells will help you apply lipstick easier, and it will help the color last long and look better.  I recommend Mary Kay's Satin Lips Set.

2. Neutralize your lip color with your foundation or concealer.  This may sound strange but this will help your lipstick look more true-to-color as you see it in the tube, as well as add another layer to help the lipstick, well... stick! My favorite Mary Kay foundations are the TimeWise Liquids but you could also use your skin shade of Concealer.

3. Prime your lips with a Lip Primer.  Just like painting a wall, color will go on better and last longer when you prime first.  I love Mary Kay's anti-aging Lip Primer!

4. Line your lips with a Lip Liner.  No, don't draw an outline on your lips with a dark color and then leave it!  This horrible trend has scared ladies away from lip liner for way too long!  The key to lip liner is using it all over.  Outline your lips, then completely fill in your entire lips with the color.  Again, this layer will give the lipstick something else to stick to.  Light layers of multiple products is the key!  Don't want to use a colored lip liner?  No problem!  Mary Kay makes a clear lip liner so you can get the benefits of a liner without additional color!  Booya!

5. Apply your lipstick!

As I mentioned above, you kind find these types of products in most stores but if you don't want to get stuck with something you don't love, how about trying some Mary Kay?  If you don't already have a consultant, I'd love to be yours!  No matter where you are in the U.S. I can help!  I ship products and stay in touch with customers in multiple states and I'd love to help you too.

Please take a moment to register on my website so I can keep in contact with you!  If you're interested in purchasing the products I've mentioned today (at no risk to you because of our guarantee) please click the links above an order through my Mary Kay website!  (You can also contact me if you have additional questions)

**SPECIAL DEAL** Use coupon code "NEW15" to receive 15% OFF your first order with me! (enter this in the "customer comments" portion during checkout)

Smooches y'all!  Hope my tips have helped!

be bold!

Yesterday was a super casual day.  It was Chris' day off and after a morning and early afternoon of just hanging out, we decided to venture out to a favorite shop and browse around.  I didn't want to get "all made up" but I wanted a simple, quick pop of color with my eye makeup.  I've been loving to the BOLD COLOR of Mary Kay at Play's Bold Fluid Eyeliner. 

 Of course I'm partial to the purple, with my green eyes and all, but I really love every color.  It's super fun to mix and match them also!  My favorite is blending the colors to create an ombre effect!  Check out these helpful You Tube tutorials from Mary Kay!  Ombre, cat eye & basic looks are highlighted! 

Ready to try it for yourself? If you already have a Mary Kay beauty consultant, please contact her to try!  If you don't, guess what?  Now you do!  I'd love to work with you and be your FREE beauty consultant!  There are SO many perks to having a personal makeup consultant and I'd love to tell you about it! 

Shop these eyeliners and more on my WEBSITE.  Plus, you can contact me for free samples, beauty advice, makeup services and free product!  Just register on my website as a new customer! 

My Style: Rockin' the River

Today kicks off another amazing season here in Fort Worth... tubing season! If you've never Rocked the River before, this is a must for locals!! Check out all the details here on the Rockin the River website, and be sure to LIKE Panther Island Pavilion on Facebook for reminders of the events plus band info.

Here's a few of today's floating essentials! {details & links below} 

Cover-up {old} from H&M // Flip Flops {old} from Target // OP Bathing Suit from Walmart //

Sunscreen & Lip Protector from Mary Kay // 

Fragrance Mist from Victorias Secret // Nail Polish from China Glaze

Happy floating!! Tag your sassy & stylish photos with #RockinTheSass & you may be featured in a future blog post! Cheers ;-)

#MayFlowersGIVEAWAY

Happy May!! I am so excited to be participating in an amazing GIVEAWAY hosted by my great friend Kelly aka Mrs. Toes!! 

 Head on over to my instagram {@texas_sass} to enter the contest! AND be sure to check out Kelly's blog Mrs. Toes for additional entry opportunities!!

 Good luck y'all!

Friday Favorites

These two products have been selling like crazy in the past two weeks! I can barely keep them stocked in my store! Everyone that is trying them is LOVING them!

Get on-trend with Mary Kay CC Cream and the hottest lip color for Spring 2014, Coral!

Have you tried them yet? Contact me for your complimentary makeover! Happy Friday and Happy Spring y'all!

So Spring + SALE!!

Feeling so spring today with these pretty little details! Links below! 

 Eyeshadow // Perfume

Shop with me on my website now through Friday March 14 at midnight and get 10% off with coupon code SPRING (put in customer comments during checkout).  Sale applies to these products as well as everything on my website!

Mardi gras color

{left to right: Mary Kay Mineral Eye Colors in Emerald, Gold Coast & Iris}

Get in the Mardi Gras spirit with fun, bold eye colors!  These mineral eye colors from Mary Kay have rich pigment and lasting power!  Add in Eye Primer to make the color POP even more and last longer!

Check out these eye colors and much more in my Mary Kay online store!  Remember, all products including color are guaranteed 100% so you never have to worry about trying something new!

Mary Kay Spring Product Preview

With all of this winter weather lately, it was nice to warm up with some color last night at our Mary Kay Spring 2014 Product Launch!  We've added some new regular-line products as well as some limited edition items in fun spring colors!  You're getting a firsthand look, before these products hit the web!  

{See below for pre-order info!}

New Regular-Line Products

CC Cream

Bronzer

Gel Eyeliner- Black

New additions to MK@Play

Baked Eye Trios- Sunset Beach (left) / Electric Spring (right)

(top to bottom) MK@Play Eye Crayons- Teal Me More / Over the Taupe
MK@Play Lip Crayons- Purple Punch / Coral Me Crazy
MK@Play Jelly Lip Gloss- Poppy Love / Violet Vixon


Limited Edition "Hello, Sunshine" Collection

Nail Lacquer- Lemon Parfait / Carefree Coral

just testing them out :-) this is one quick, messy coat

Springy Eye Duo- Stonewashed / Summer Sunset

Creamy Lip Color- Carefree Coral (top) / Retro Rose (bottom)

Lip Gel- Cherry Twist

I have to say, I'm officially obsessed with the CC Cream already!  It feels so lightweight and creamy and gives you eight benefits in one step!  And it's so affordable!  I'm also extremely excited about this season's color.  Don't be afraid of how bold these items look!  When used sparingly, these colors are so flattering on anyone, any age!  Check out all of the Spring products below, including the Limited Edition Pedicure Collection in Lemon Parfait! Smells heavenly!

As mentioned above, you are getting a special VIP preview of the spring line as a thank you for being a fan of my blog!! Even though these items are not yet shown on my website, you can still place an order!  Please use the "contact me" section (right side of this page, just below "labels") and let me know the best way to contact you and the products you're interested in! 

In love with Valentine's Day

I'm in LOVE with Valentine's Day!! Whether you're headed out on a special date or planning to stay in with girlfriends, here's some super cute items I'm obsessing over!
{click thumbnails below for links}

In love with Valentine's Day by texassass featuring red home decor