Showing posts with label PTPA Media. Show all posts
Showing posts with label PTPA Media. Show all posts

12 Days of Holiday Beauty: Shimmer & Shine!

Christmas is less than a month today! Let the mad dash begin! I’ve never been good at planning ahead and I’m sure with all the holiday shopping, holiday parties, planning a big festive dinner, looking good is probably the last thing on your to-do this season.

Thanks to PTPA Social Media mom, Heather, who has inspired me to do 12 days of holiday beauty! Look holiday ready and ultra glam while you’re mashing those potatoes.


“On the first day of Christmas my true love said to me…Wear lots of sparkle!” Nothing says holiday beauty than lots of shimmer and shine . Obviously this photo is an extreme version but you get the idea.

There are so many products out right now to give your eyes a little dazzle. Do a sweep of a shimmery shadow across the lid in silver, white, gold or champagne. Big, gorgeous lashes will help those peepers pop even more. For some extra glamour, swipe on a black liquid liner and wing out for a dramatic effect. If you’re using a loose shimmer powder, always make sure your eyes are prepped with a primer. Apply a cream shadow first all over the lid so the loose shadow has something to adhere to. This will keep your shimmer shadow from creasing and fading throughout those holiday cocktails.

If shimmer all over the lid is too much for you, opt for a beautiful eye pencil with a metallic or glitter finish. There are so many great shades to choose from right now. For a dash of colour that isn’t over-the-top, try a glitter pencil in the some of the season’s hottest shades: emerald, purple, and blue!

To keep a soft shimmery shadow radiant and fresh, apply a rosy pink blush for a healthy glow. Add a shimmer highlight to the cheekbones. To avoid looking like you belong on a Christmas tree, go for a creamy or matte texture on the lips in rosy pink or red tone.

One look down and 11 more to go! Do you love shimmer and sparkle? 

Halloween Looks: Which Trick Will You Be?


Scrambling for last minute Halloween looks? Check out my post on PTPA Media - these costumes aren't the most original but I can guarantee they will be popular this year! If you aren't feeling very creative, these Halloween looks are a sure thing! 

To view the post click here. Enjoy!

What will you be this Halloween? Are you girly or ghouly?

Mommy Corner: Dotmine Day Planners Are PTPA Approved!


I'll be the first to admit that my organizational skills are somewhat lacking which explains my sporadic blog posts. Back in the day I used to have several journals, agendas, note pads all in different styles to keep track of my life and just because I loved pretty journals. Then technology took over my life and my pretty journals slowly disappeared. As much as I rely on email and electronic calendars, nothing beats writing down a to-do list and checking it off.

I recently received a Dotmine Day Planner and it's fantastic. You can choose from a variety of chic designs that suit your lifestyle. I chose the Life.Time.Mine in Tiffany blue. I love pretty and clever packaging and this planner delivers on both. The outside cover is leather and is bound with an elastic ribbon to keep your agenda in tact. It has everything you need to keep your personal, professional, and family life organized. My favourite feature is that it goes up to 17 months rather than the usual 12 month planner. For $19 USD, the extra 5 months makes it all worth it.

My planner doesn't start until September but I already feel my life coming together! Wedding season can get crazy with multiple appointments sometimes on the same day and with TIFF around the corner I'll need all the help I can get staying on track! The pages allow for enough room so I can write down all the info I need for that specific appointment. Now that my son is starting Kindergarten this September I'll be able to stay on top  of all his fun school activities! A minor downside is the size. It offers a lot of writing space but is not convenient to carry around if you use a smaller bag. It'll fit perfectly into a cute tote though!

To view more PTPA Media Fall Campaign Winners, click here. Do you have this agenda? Love it? Hate it? Want it?


Product was sent for editorial consideration.

Mommy Corner: PTPA Media Summer 2010 Winners Announced!


If you're a mom and read my blog then be sure to check out the latest and greatest Summer 2010 Campaign Award Recipients from PTPA Media! Have you tried any of these products?

Mommy Corner: PTPA Media Summer 2010 Winners Announced!


If you're a mommy and you read my blog then you'll want to check out PTPA Media Summer 2010 award-winning products! PTPA Media, founded by Sharon Vinderine, was created to help parents make informed decisions when purchasing products for their family. At PTPA Media, products are tested and evaluated by thousands of parents all across North America and the ones that work are awarded our PTPA stamp of approval.

To view the newest Parent Tested Parent Approved summer winners click here!

www.ptpamedia.com

Makeup Junkie Is Parent Tested Parent Approved!


I am THRILLED to announce that I have joined the fantastic PTPA (Parent Tested Parent Approved) Media Panel of Moms as the resident beauty expert! Founded by Sharon Vinderine, PTPA Media was created to help consumers make informed decisions when purchasing products for their family. If you're a parent then you know how important it is to find the most desirable products for your family that actually work! At PTPA Media, products are tested and evaluated by thousands of parents all across North America and the ones that work are awarded our PTPA stamp of approval. PTPA Media has received countless media attention and was featured on Rachel Ray this past January!

I don't always talk about being a mother on my blog, but for those of you that aren't aware I am a mom to an incredible almost-4-year-old boy! He's my little sunshine but despite his adorable smile, he's added a few more wrinkles and grey hairs! Sure, I may not get enough sleep but that doesn't stop me from putting on my face everyday (mostly everyday). I'm delighted to have the opportunity to connect with moms from all over and I hope I can help simplify your beauty routine or add a little glam to your life. 

Check me out at PTPA Media for all your mommy beauty needs! I'd love to hear from you and I'm always here to help! For my latest post click here.

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Thanks to the lovely Farah from Faces By Farah for the introduction and to the fabulous Lena from Listen to Lena for getting me on board and for the amazing opportunity!