A Disappointing Fashion Nova Holiday Haul
Hi Bellas,
Between the out of stock orders, the late shipping and more this was a very disappointing fashion nova haul. Check it out!
Holiday Giveaway #3: ELF Cosmetics
Hi Bellas,
So are you ready for my 3rd giveaway? Well here it is! I literally just loaded up a whole bunch of goodies from ELF Cosmetics and one lucky winner will be stocked up! Check it out!
So are you ready for my 3rd giveaway? Well here it is! I literally just loaded up a whole bunch of goodies from ELF Cosmetics and one lucky winner will be stocked up! Check it out!
Holiday Giveaway #2: IT Cosmetics
Hi Bellas,
Happy Holidays! I'm back with another giveaway. I'm featuring another one of my favorite brands IT Cosmetics. Everyone can use some good skincare in there life and i'm giving it to you. I love their Confidence line. Once you try it you'll be hooked too. Check it out!
Happy Holidays! I'm back with another giveaway. I'm featuring another one of my favorite brands IT Cosmetics. Everyone can use some good skincare in there life and i'm giving it to you. I love their Confidence line. Once you try it you'll be hooked too. Check it out!
I'm Going to Egypt!
Hi Bellas,
When you read this post i'll be boarding a plane on my way to Egypt! I'll be vlogging and taking pics so make sure to follow me on Instagram @makeupbyrenren where I'll hopefully be using hotel wifi to share my journey. I decided to give myself a blog break while I'm on vacay but will be back in full effect after the holidays. If you miss me, catch me on the gram while i'll be posting. Ciao bellas!
When you read this post i'll be boarding a plane on my way to Egypt! I'll be vlogging and taking pics so make sure to follow me on Instagram @makeupbyrenren where I'll hopefully be using hotel wifi to share my journey. I decided to give myself a blog break while I'm on vacay but will be back in full effect after the holidays. If you miss me, catch me on the gram while i'll be posting. Ciao bellas!
***Picture credit to Smartours the company i'll be using on my trip!
Holiday Giveaway #1: Urban Decay Distortion Palette
Hi Bellas,
Happy Holidays! I thought I'd kick off December with a giveaway. And it's a good one. Any Urban Decay fans out there? Well I have an absolutely gorgeous palette to give away. Check it out!
Happy Holidays! I thought I'd kick off December with a giveaway. And it's a good one. Any Urban Decay fans out there? Well I have an absolutely gorgeous palette to give away. Check it out!
Fashion Show FOTD: Classic Glam
Hi Bellas,
I wanted to show you the makeup I recently wore to the 94.5 Runway to the Streetz fashion show where IMA Sponsored makeup services. I kept the look clean - top knot, red lip, winged liner. Instant simple glam. Check it out!
Concert Makeup - Rocker Eyes
Hi Bellas,
I'm back with another makeup look! I went for a classic smokey eye and nude lip combo to attend the Jay Z Concert in Atlanta a few weeks back. Check it out!
How to Pack for a Winter Weekend Trip
Hi Bellas,
I'm back with another packing video! I know a lot of you are planning weekends away for the Holidays so I thought I'd take advantage of a recent girl's trip to show you some tips on how to pack for the cool weather - carry on only. Check it out!
I'm back with another packing video! I know a lot of you are planning weekends away for the Holidays so I thought I'd take advantage of a recent girl's trip to show you some tips on how to pack for the cool weather - carry on only. Check it out!
Deck of Scarlet Palette No.5 Review
Hi Bellas,
Have you tried the palettes by Deck of Scarlet? I had the chance to test out their newest palette - No. 5. Get ready for some holiday fun. This palette comes with a mix of natural tones, metallic shades, and pops of color. You also get two very versatile pencils to complete the look. Check it out!
Have you tried the palettes by Deck of Scarlet? I had the chance to test out their newest palette - No. 5. Get ready for some holiday fun. This palette comes with a mix of natural tones, metallic shades, and pops of color. You also get two very versatile pencils to complete the look. Check it out!
FOTD: Anastasia Vamp
Hi Bellas,
Every new day is an opportunity to wear a gorgeous vampy lipstick. This time the color is literally named Vamp, how perfect! I threw this look on in about 15 minutes but a good lip like this one makes it look like so much more. Check it out!
Avon X Project Runway
Hi Bellas,
Avon just sent me some new goodies to celebrate their partnership with Project Runway. I love seeing what looks they wore on the runway to see what I can recreate at home. I've got some bright, fun makeup products to show you.
Matte-jestic Fall Makeup
Hi Bellas,
I'm having a ball coming up with different deep lip combos for Fall. Here is a look I wore to a recent Lucy's Magazine photoshoot. And best yet, I used an affordable drugstore lipstick. Check it out!
Estela Mag Holiday Beauty Shoot
Hi Bellas,
I'm so excited to share with you the pro shots from my recent Estala Mag Shoot. Check it out!
I'm so excited to share with you the pro shots from my recent Estala Mag Shoot. Check it out!
Amazing Cosmetics Illuminate Primer + Highlighter
Hi Bellas,
Amazing Cosmetics just came out with 3 gorgeous Illuminating Primers/Highlighters. Now this is definitely something that I will be adding to my makeup kit. Check it out!
FOTD: Fall Green Eyes
Hi Bellas,
It's time for another car selfie! I've been doing a lot of vampy lips lately, I decided to bring Fall makeup onto my eyes! This time I was inspired to use different tones of green, from olive to forest tones. Check out the details below!
It's time for another car selfie! I've been doing a lot of vampy lips lately, I decided to bring Fall makeup onto my eyes! This time I was inspired to use different tones of green, from olive to forest tones. Check out the details below!
IT Cosmetics Superhero Liner
Hi Bellas,
Looking for a new liquid liner? This Superhero Liner from IT Cosmetics is fab! I had just run out and pulled this liner out after having it sit in a PR box for months. It's super pigmented, super detailed and gives me a dark, precise winged liner quick, love! Check out details below!
Behind the Scenes - Editorial Makeup
Hi Bellas,
I had a chance to do an awesome photoshoot where I created 6 avant gard makeup looks. I have some behind the scenes shots of some of my work. Check out the sneak peak!
Fall Berry Makeup and Plaid
Hi Bellas,
It's the season for plaid! Yes I am bringing out all my flannels for Fall. In today's look I went for a berry lip to match my top. I'm all about rocking some vampy lips for the season. Check it out!
FOTD: Purple Vamp
Hi Bellas,
I'm still transitioning into darker lips for Fall. I've been into purple lips lately. Purple to me is a fun color but still wearable at the same time. I wore this look to one of my Makeup School's graduation photoshoots. I don't always wear makeup when I teach but for graduation I definitely bring face. Check it out!
Photoshoot Look #2 Smokey Cat Eye
Hi Bellas,
On Tuesday I showed you the first of two photoshoot looks I did for Estela Mag I started out with something fresh and glowy and in this look I went nighttime and smokey. Check it out!
ELF Active: Workout Ready Makeup
Hi Bellas,
I received a new line from ELF in the mail and I was actually really excited to show the new products to you all. This line is geared towards workout ready makeup and skincare. What a great idea right? These are actually pretty useful items to throw in your gym bag and I tested it out myself if it could stand the test to my Beachbody workout. Check it out!
I received a new line from ELF in the mail and I was actually really excited to show the new products to you all. This line is geared towards workout ready makeup and skincare. What a great idea right? These are actually pretty useful items to throw in your gym bag and I tested it out myself if it could stand the test to my Beachbody workout. Check it out!
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Before and After: Glowy Everyday Makeup
Hi Bellas,
I've got another makeover for you all. It's been a minute! I was working on Estela Mag doing a beauty shoot using a new makeup palette. It's been too long since i've showcased a before and after. This look is light and natural and glowy. Check it out!
I've got another makeover for you all. It's been a minute! I was working on Estela Mag doing a beauty shoot using a new makeup palette. It's been too long since i've showcased a before and after. This look is light and natural and glowy. Check it out!
FOTD: Peaches and Blues
Hi Bellas,
I want to share a look with you that I rocked for a fun girls' night out to see one of my favorite bands from back in the day - The Backstreet Boys. It was a little chilly out and we had lawn seats at the concert, so I decided to dress my face up a bit to make up for my chill outfit. Check it out!
Fall Makeup - Monochrome Mauve
Hi Bellas,
It's officially chilly in Atlanta - I swear we totally skipped Fall and it's already Winter. I've been enjoying playing with new Fall Makeup Looks. I'm especially loving doing a monochrome makeup look using a single fall color all over. Today, it's all about Mauve. Check it out!
It's officially chilly in Atlanta - I swear we totally skipped Fall and it's already Winter. I've been enjoying playing with new Fall Makeup Looks. I'm especially loving doing a monochrome makeup look using a single fall color all over. Today, it's all about Mauve. Check it out!
ELF Silicone Blender and Highlighting Sponge Duo
Hi Bellas
Happy post Halloween! I hope you're all recovered from all the trick and treating. I had to take a mini break myself because of laptop problems. But posts are back in regular rotation. Today i'm reviewing some new sponges from ELF. I was a little bit skeptical of another blending sponge dupe but this time I was pleasantly surprised. Check it out!
Happy post Halloween! I hope you're all recovered from all the trick and treating. I had to take a mini break myself because of laptop problems. But posts are back in regular rotation. Today i'm reviewing some new sponges from ELF. I was a little bit skeptical of another blending sponge dupe but this time I was pleasantly surprised. Check it out!
Cute & Easy Last Minute Halloween Makeup - Hello Kitty
Hi Bellas,
I have one last Halloween makeup for you. It's one of my favorite characters of all time - Hello Kitty! I thought this would be a really cute last minute costume idea and it's super easy to do! Just a little bit of makeup, some white ears and a pink bow. Check it out!
I have one last Halloween makeup for you. It's one of my favorite characters of all time - Hello Kitty! I thought this would be a really cute last minute costume idea and it's super easy to do! Just a little bit of makeup, some white ears and a pink bow. Check it out!
FOTD: Pretty and Peachy
Hi Bellas,
Lately I've been loving monochromatic makeup looks - the same color palette on the eyes, cheeks and lips. I wanted to rock a fresh makeup look and chose peach as my color. I think it looks so young and healthy. Check it out!
Easy & Last Minute Halloween Costume - French Kiss
Hi Bellas,
So for those of you who want a really fun, creative last minute costume I've got one for you. I saw this idea on Pinterest - it's French Kiss. You wear a beret and a striped shirt to be "French" and you wear KISS Rockstar makeup. Cute right? You just need black and white makeup and a striped shirt and beret. Check it out!
So for those of you who want a really fun, creative last minute costume I've got one for you. I saw this idea on Pinterest - it's French Kiss. You wear a beret and a striped shirt to be "French" and you wear KISS Rockstar makeup. Cute right? You just need black and white makeup and a striped shirt and beret. Check it out!
IT Cosmetics Miracle Water and Secret Sauce
Hi Bellas,
I've got some new skincare items in my routine. They came just in time as the weather is changing and I've been doing a lot of Halloween Makeup tutorials lately. If you're into the whole Micellar water trend and love a good moisturizer, check it out!
Halloween Makeup - Unicorn
Hi Bellas,
I'm super excited for this new Halloween tutorial - it's time for Unicorns! I painted myself with white and covers myself with bright sparkly colors and it came out super cool. Enjoy!
I'm super excited for this new Halloween tutorial - it's time for Unicorns! I painted myself with white and covers myself with bright sparkly colors and it came out super cool. Enjoy!
Fall Makeup - Pumpkin Spice Inspired
Hi Bellas,
It's finally to cool down a little bit here in Atlanta, and I'm totally ready to transition to Fall Makeup. Today's look is inspired by Pumpkin Spice - burnt orange tones to create a monochromatic Fall look. Check it out!
It's finally to cool down a little bit here in Atlanta, and I'm totally ready to transition to Fall Makeup. Today's look is inspired by Pumpkin Spice - burnt orange tones to create a monochromatic Fall look. Check it out!
Halloween Makeup: Prince - Purple Rain
Hi Bellas,
Today I've got for you my first Halloween tutorial of 2017! I wanted to pay homage to one of my favorite music greats, Prince. I did something a little different - I gave you two versions of a Prince Halloween Makeup. The first version is a realistic guy version, and the second is glam version for those of you who want a sexy version for Halloween. Check it out!
Zombie and Face Painting Makeup Class Recap
Hi Bellas,
Last weekend I sat in and also taught an amazing Special FX Makeup Class at Industry Makeup Academy. I learned some new tricks as well as shared some of my Halloween Makeup Secrets. Check it out!
Winner! Pout Makeup Barbados Lippie Giveaway!
Hi Bellas,
Thank you to everyone for participating in my giveaway with Pout Makeup Barbados. Congratulations to Imani926! If you won please email your shipping info to makeupbyren@yahoo.com. If you didn't win, no worries, another giveaway coming soon!
Thank you to everyone for participating in my giveaway with Pout Makeup Barbados. Congratulations to Imani926! If you won please email your shipping info to makeupbyren@yahoo.com. If you didn't win, no worries, another giveaway coming soon!
FTC Disclosure: Giveaway sponsored and paid by Pout Makeup Barbados.
Nails: SNS Pink and White Ombre
Hi Bellas,
I think I'm officially hooked on SNS, or Dip Powder nails. My first time around I was unsure about the look but I realized that a good nail technician makes all the difference. I ventured out and tried out an ombre nail. Check it out!
DIY: Blinged Out Makeup Brushes
Hi Bellas,
I'm back with another makeup decor idea. This time, we're talking about blinging out makeup brushes, or really any makeup product you want. If you're looking for an easy way to decorate your makeup area, this is a great way to take some old makeup products and jazz them up. Check it out!
Avon X Rent the Runway
Hi Bellas,
Any Project Runway Fans in the house? I swear, I never get tired of that show no matter how many seasons they have. As a Makeup Artist, it's always fun to see what makeup they use on the Runway. This time around, Avon is their Official Beauty Partner for Season 16. I received some goodies that reflect one of the looks off the Runway. Check it out!
NYX LuvOutLoud Liquid Lipstick Collection
Hi Bellas,
NYX just came out with a gorgeous Limited-Edition Liquid Lipstick set. I'm loving the color names - Fearless, Extraordinary, Brilliant - can we say girl power? The colors are gorgeous and right in time for Fall. Check it out!
NYX just came out with a gorgeous Limited-Edition Liquid Lipstick set. I'm loving the color names - Fearless, Extraordinary, Brilliant - can we say girl power? The colors are gorgeous and right in time for Fall. Check it out!
My New Fav Lippies Review and Giveaway feat. Pout Makeup Barbados
Hi Bellas,
Happy Friday! I've got another exciting post and giveaway for you. Recently I met an amazing company on Instagram. We followed each other's accounts and I was lucky enough to try out some of their product and I was blown away! These are some amazing shades of lip color and so affordable. I love that it's also by a woman owned company, girl power! Check out my swatches, review and giveaway details!
Happy Friday! I've got another exciting post and giveaway for you. Recently I met an amazing company on Instagram. We followed each other's accounts and I was lucky enough to try out some of their product and I was blown away! These are some amazing shades of lip color and so affordable. I love that it's also by a woman owned company, girl power! Check out my swatches, review and giveaway details!
FOTD: Pink Pop!
Hi Bellas,
I'm back with another makeup look. I've been all about bold lips lately. It lets me be a little lazy with the rest of my makeup lol. I decided to bust out another bright fuchsia lip before the fall vampy lips take over. Check it out!
Review: Pixi Double Cleanse by Caroline Hirons
Hi Bellas,
I'm back with another review! I've been testing out Pixi Beauty's newest collaborations with Beauty Bloggers. I figure you are recognize these names and want to see if they're worth the purchase. Today i'm looking at Pixi Double Cleanse by Caroline Hirons. I like that there's a skincare/makeup remover product in the mix. Check it out!
I'm back with another review! I've been testing out Pixi Beauty's newest collaborations with Beauty Bloggers. I figure you are recognize these names and want to see if they're worth the purchase. Today i'm looking at Pixi Double Cleanse by Caroline Hirons. I like that there's a skincare/makeup remover product in the mix. Check it out!
FOTD: Purple Pop & Glow
Hi Bellas,
I've been trying out some new products lately and this look definitely has impact. In particular a new highlighter and lipstick. Check it out!
I've been trying out some new products lately and this look definitely has impact. In particular a new highlighter and lipstick. Check it out!
My First Time Trying SNS Dip Powder Nails
Hi Bellas,
I tried something new! I went to the nail salon and got a SNS or Dip Powder manicure for the first time ever. It's something I've been wanting to try for a long time. I've got some mixed thoughts on the procedure. Check it out!
I tried something new! I went to the nail salon and got a SNS or Dip Powder manicure for the first time ever. It's something I've been wanting to try for a long time. I've got some mixed thoughts on the procedure. Check it out!
*Picture Credit - Betty with a Why
5 Makeup Products I'm Obsessed with Right Now
Hi Bellas,
It's time for my weekly YouTube upload! I've been actually loving some products lately that I felt deserved a spotlight. It was hard to narrow down but I show you all 5 products that i'm obsessed with right now and I tried to mix it between affordable and high end. Check it out!
It's time for my weekly YouTube upload! I've been actually loving some products lately that I felt deserved a spotlight. It was hard to narrow down but I show you all 5 products that i'm obsessed with right now and I tried to mix it between affordable and high end. Check it out!
Sultry Nude Makeup Look Feat No7 Makeup
Hi Bellas,
I think you've heard me raving about No7 lately. The skincare is bomb and I'm obsessed with their bronzer. I've tried out some new products from them lately and also found a new obsession. Check it out!
DIY Magnetic Makeup Storage Display
Hi Bellas,
I've got another makeup storage/decoration idea for you! As I mentioned before, I've been decorating my new makeup studio. My business partners came up with a great idea to display makeup - through a magnetic bulletin board! It's like a jumbo magnetic palette on a larger scale!
Stepping into Fall Makeup
Hi Bellas,
Are you ready for Fall makeup yet? I've been itching to grab deeper tones from my makeup collection. I took a little foray into Fall and busted out a gorgeous mauve lip. Check it out!
Are you ready for Fall makeup yet? I've been itching to grab deeper tones from my makeup collection. I took a little foray into Fall and busted out a gorgeous mauve lip. Check it out!
FOTD: How to rock a nude lip
Hi Bellas,
Happy Friday! Today's look is all about this nude lip. I was wearing a lot of color and I thought I'd compromise and do a nude face. This makeup is neutral makeup lovers central. Check it out!
7 Tips for Applying Makeup on Dry Skin
Hi Bellas,
I'm back with another post in my Makeup Artist Series. One thing that my students struggle with is learning how to apply makeup on dry skin. They need to learn a few techniques and products that will allow them to get an even foundation application without flaking and dryness. I've got 7 tips and products that will help you apply makeup on yourself and your clients flawlessly as the cooler Fall weather creeps in. Check it out!
I'm back with another post in my Makeup Artist Series. One thing that my students struggle with is learning how to apply makeup on dry skin. They need to learn a few techniques and products that will allow them to get an even foundation application without flaking and dryness. I've got 7 tips and products that will help you apply makeup on yourself and your clients flawlessly as the cooler Fall weather creeps in. Check it out!
DIY Makeup Shadow Box
Hi Bellas,
I've got a fun post for you. Lately I've been doing a lot of decorating for our new makeup studio at Industry Makeup Academy. We've been having fun putting together a collage makeup wall. Today I'm going to show you a super easy way to display your makeup.
I've got a fun post for you. Lately I've been doing a lot of decorating for our new makeup studio at Industry Makeup Academy. We've been having fun putting together a collage makeup wall. Today I'm going to show you a super easy way to display your makeup.
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