Pretty in Paradisco

After several requests for more minimal, dewy, monochromatic, springtime-ish looks, I finally gave in and tested two out. Unsure about how I would like them (since they are so incredibly different than what I normally create for myself), I forced myself to pick out just a few products to use and leave the others in their homes to rest (my lovely, clear, better-than-plastic storage container with drawers).

First, I decided to create a look around this product and this product only. I promised myself ahead of time that this would be the ONLY color I would add to my face other than my normal foundation/powder application. 

MAC Cosmetics Paradisco Frost Eyeshadow Pot - $15

Next, I used my blush brush to apply this eyeshadow to my cheeks. I used my flat shadow brush to pat it onto my lid and slightly into the crease. I repeated the application about 2-3 times to make sure the color popped on my eyes and cheeks. MAC products are pretty pigmented and a little goes a long way, so no need to use up half of your pot for this look (calm down - less is more with prestige brands!). I laid down no color underneath my brow. 

Liner: Elf Liquid Eye Pen in Black
Mascara: Lorac Multiplex 3D Lashes in Black

In order to give my face a "dewy" look, I added Elf Shimmering Facial Whip to several important places - the places I would normally highlight. This is a cheaper alternative to Benefit's "Girl Meets Pearl" which is my absolute favorite product to add a dewy/shimmery look to my face with. Using my finger, I dabbed the facial whip down my nose from between my eyes to the tip, in between my eyes, underneath each brow bone, across my cheekbones, to the center of my chin, and of course on top of my lipstick. You could always use a small brush or sponge, but for me the good 'ole finger works just fine. 

Lip Timeline:
1. lay down the NYX Wonder Pencil as a primer
2. lay down a nude or pink shade that matches the Paradisco Frost almost perfectly - I used a NYX nude shade; MAC "Myth" would also be a good choice
3. dab lips with Elf Facial Whip
4. top it with some of the Paradisco Frost eyeshadow to ensure a cohesive look (just use your finger - and yes it is okay to put eyeshadow all over your face!)

The final look was absolutely what I wanted to see! I wore this look out and received several compliments throughout the night. Not only was it monochromatic and pretty, but it was different and a total adventure from start to finish (when I sadly had to remove it before bedtime). 

Final Look