Hello! Today I bring you my Peacock FOTD, which is way more makeup than I would wear on a normal day (or night), but I really wanted to create something more colorful and dramatic ...
read moreMakeup and Beauty Posts By: Chrissy
Follow @mycosmeticbagAbout Christine Pham
Chrissy, whose full name is Christina Pham, is a young web designer with six years of experience in creating graphic art and web sites. She has worked on sites such as Feiya Cosmetics, The Sample Sale, Urban Watch & Co, Kaikea Entertainment, Pasta Bravo, OGEL Coach, Cornerstone Patio Covers, and Exhibit Outsource; taking each site from conception and design to launch. She specializes in graphic design and front end development. She is also a pianist and vocalist, trained classically from a very young age, and loves all kinds of art... which could be the reason for her obsession with makeup. She spends a minimum of $100 a month on cosmetic products alone, and loves to play with different colors and pigments. Take a look at her growing collection!
So I’ve been a little camera shy lately, but I mustered up the courage to take some pics tonight. This is one of my go-to looks for both day and night. As you can see, I wear...
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So here’s my simple Just Desserts look, inspired by Red Velvet cake! I did a slightly more dramatic look while I was visiting Anisha a couple weeks ago but she’s keepin...
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This is just gonna be a quick POTW, and I’ll update with photos when I get my new camera this week :] I have been searching high and low for a matte bronzer that looks good w...
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Well, well, well, it’s been quite some time since our last contest here on myCosmeticBag! Previously, we had your guys write reviews and post comments on various blog posts o...
read more10 Nail Myths to Stop Believing
You’ve heard of Myth Busters, but we’re about to take it to a whole new level – Beauty Myth Busting! To be more specific, it’s all about your nails and how you take care of them. Here are ten myths that have not been proven…
read moreTouch-up Tips for a Fiercely Festive Holiday Season!
The holiday party season is here and you’ll probably be going out straight from work to these festive functions. As the day goes by, even the best-applied make up will slip and fade. Here are some quick touch-ups tips to help you get that “freshly…
read moreMakeup For Ever Mat Velvet Foundation
During my last trip to Sephora, I was helped by one of the nice ladies there and she had me try on Makeup For Ever’s Mat Velvet Foundation. I was impressed but withheld judgement until after I got through an entire work day with Mat Velvet on and, I have to say…
read moreMore Deals and Sales For Holiday Shoppers!
Most of us are still rushing out to finish our Christmas shopping, so I took the liberty of rounding up a few more promo codes and promotions that are running this week. I found some great deals at Smashbox, The Body Shop, Benefit, and BH…
read morePhilosophy Holiday Deals and More
By now, everyone’s shopping for the holidays, hoping to find that perfect gift for that special someone – and trying to save money while doing it! That’s why we decided to make your life easier by featuring three great promotions by Philosophy and more from…
read moreToo Faced Shadow Brushes Essential 3 Piece Set
I purchased this set of brushes recently after I got a deal for 20% off my purchase at Sephora, along with a cheek palette from NARS. I have never tried any of Too Faced’s products, but I was kind of curious about the brand –…
read moreMoroccan Oil Restorative Hair Mask And Oil Treatment
I just wanna start by saying that I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Moroccan Oil line of products. I first was introduced to the Moroccan Oil Hair Treatment by my stylist as a styling serum for my dry hair. He showed me the best way to…
read moreDr. Brandt Pore Thing T-Zone Pore Tightener
I’ve been meaning to review this for a couple weeks but have been putting it off because I had a hard time concluding whether or not the vast improvement to my oily skin was due to using Dr. Brandt Pore Thing twice a day or…
read moreEssie Mochacino with Black Tips
Tried to get these done at the salon today but she made the tips too thick, so I fixed it when I got home. Essie Mochacino is a beautiful sparkly grey – I think it’s my favorite neutral color thus far. I am totally in…
read moreEssie Midnight Cami
I’m actually really bad at doing my own nails… I’m okay using my right hand, but with my left I just make a mess. So, I usually get a mani/pedi at least once a month to keep my nails looking fresh. I used to just…
read more5 Questions To Ask Your Hair Stylist
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen my friends or other girls come home from the hair salon unsatisfied with their new ‘dos. So, before you rip that page out of your magazine and go running to their hair salon, read these five questions that could help prevent a hair-don’t.
read moreKenra Platinum Dry Shampoo
I started using Kenra Platinum Dry Shampoo after being pretty dissatisfied with the Tresemme Fresh Start line. I finally realized that I shouldn’t wash my hair every day, so I needed a product that would keep my hair looking clean on days where I hadn’t washed…
read moreUrban Decay De-Slick Setting Spray
Ever since I moved back to Boston, I’ve been having major problems with oil and shine. I guess Boston is a lot more humid than California, so my skin has been super oily and I’ve also been breaking out really bad – which just makes…
read moreHair Care 101: Things You Didn’t Know
I’ve learned a lot about taking care of my hair in the past year; and now I’m sharing what I’ve learned with you! What’s interesting is that most of what I’m going to cover area really hair-basics, but most people still have no idea!
read moreFall and Halloween Inspired Makeup
Fall has always been my favorite season of the year. My favorite things about Fall are the colors and scents that come with it – the oranges, purples, browns, and reds coupled with the pumpkin, nutmeg, and caramel in the air makes me feel so cozy. So, I had to make a post about fall-inspired makeup tutorials and products.
read moreDarac Beauty TourQuam Magnetic Powder Brush
You may not have known this, but most makeup products contain iron, and because the Darac Beauty TourQuam Magnetic Brush has magnets in its shaft, the makeup stays on the brush until it’s applied to your face! Which means… no fallout, and smoother application.
read moreHighlighter: 7 Uses for 1 Stellar Beauty Product
Highlighter is a great addition to any makeup routine. It’s a cosmetic product designed to add luminosity to the face when light hits it. If you use it strategically, it can brighten your complexion and play up your favorite facial features. Avoid highlighter with a…
read moreAffordable Makeup Trends for Fall 2011
If you’re looking for a way to revamp your style but don’t have the cash to splurge on this season’s designer duds, try freshening up your look with a few of the runways’ fashionable makeup trends. Fall 2011 is as much about a bold wardrobe…
read moreRe-Introducing, myCosmeticBag!
So it took forever to get this done, but it’s finally here… the new blog design! Unlike our previous designs, this one is completely from scratch, and not based off a pre-existing template. That’s right, I finally stopped being lazy and applied myself. It seems…
read moreKiss of Death: Is Your Lipstick Leaded?
How many times would you say you reapply your lipstick during the course of the day? According to Psychology Today, three quarters of women use lipstick on a daily basis; Most women simply apply it twice a day, but 13 percent of women reapply their…
read moreHoliday Give-Away Winner Announced
I just picked the winner of the Holiday Give-Away, and I’m happy to announce that they will be receiving the Urban Decay Book of Shadows III and a $25 Sephora Gift Card as soon as I receive their mailing address! We hope this will be…
read moreFive Must-Have Makeup Brushes For Your Cosmetic Bag
I really want to start bringing this blog back to the basics for all the girls out there that are just starting to get into makeup and experimenting as well as building up your makeup collection. For me, the most important thing to start out…
read moreHoliday Give-Away: Urban Decay Book of Shadows Vol. III
In the holiday spirit, myCosmeticBag will be giving one lucky reader a $25 Sephora Gift Card, in addition to Urban Decay’s Book of Shadows Volume III (UD<3NYC)! This light-up, pop-up ode to NYC features 16 shadows (including 7 exclusive shades!), and travel sizes of Eyeshadow…
read moreMakeup and Cosmetics Gifts For The Holidays
If you’re anything like me, you wait until the last second to do your Christmas shopping. I’m just waiting for my quarterly bonus before I can even think about spending any money on other people. But luckily, I couldn’t think of what to write about…
read moreJoin us on Facebook!
If you haven’t been living under a rock, you probably have a Facebook profile. Well, now we do too! Show your support and join us on our Facebook Page and get updates on our development progress for the new site, makeup coupons and promotions, and…
read moreThe Question Bag is Open!
We’ve opened up an account at formspring.me, and we’re now accepting questions and requests. Ask anything about makeup and beauty, and our writing staff will do their best to answer your questions! You can use the form on the right column to send us your…
read morePOTW: Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream
As a graphic/web designer, I’m a stickler for good packaging and design. This product didn’t have that, so I was a little skeptical about trying it when Shine! (Yahoo) sent it to me to review. It was kind of like my aversion to watching Avatar…
read moreMac 187 Duo Fibre Face Brush
I purchased a gift set two Christmases ago which included a smaller version of this brush with a red handle. This has to be my all time favorite brush from any manufacturer. The 187 Dual Fibre Brush is a flat topped circular brush with white…
read moreIntroducing the myCosmeticBag Forum!
First and foremost, I just wanted to wish everyone a happy new year. It’s been a great 2009 and I’m looking forward to 2010. My new years resolution is to get the myCosmeticBag main website finished this year! I’ve recently installed a forum for myCosmeticBag,…
read morePOTW: Vincent Longo Lipstain Lipstick
Rare occasion that I post two Product of the Week reviews, but lets just say I’m making up for last week, haha. Stela recently posted about her mishap with Hautelook’s shipment of Vincent Longo merchandise. I don’t think she ever posted a followed up on…
read morePOTW: Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner
I bought this after some good words from Stela, and I’ve been extremely satisfied with it. I can be pretty picky about my eyeliner – usually I use black shadow with an small angled brush to get the results I want. I need an extremely…
read moreMakeup Substitutes: Part I
Well, I was playing with my makeup tonight, and it occured to me how often I substitute some cosmetic products with just the things I have on-hand. I thought this would make a good article, seeing as how I really haven’t written any in a…
read moreTarte Lock And Roll Duos
Hautelook was having a sale on Tarte Cosmetics recently, and I got my hands on the Lock and Roll Creaseless Eyeshadow Duos as well as the Be Good To Your Mother Natural Lip Sheers, which I’ll review later. For this article, I want to focus…
read moreWhen Life Gives You Lemons
When life gives you lemons – make yourself beautiful! I love squeezing lemon juice on my food; if you’ve ever eaten with me, you’ll see what I mean. I’m always asking for a few extra wedges of lemon with my chicken or my salad. But…
read moreBest Drug-Store Brands: Part I
First I wanna apologize for not being able to post as frequently as we used to. I lost some steam this week, trying to get caught up with work after my trip and then I was also sick. I’ve been meaning to write this post…
read moreContest Winners Announced!
Sorry that this was a bit delayed; I was out of town over the weekend and have been sick ever since I got back. But I’m ready to finally announce our grand prize winners! Congratulations to jussta and Tarzanna77 You will each receive the following…
read moreMonistat VS SmashBox Primer
Expert opinion on using Monistat Chafing Gel as an alternative to Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer.
read moreCoastal Scents Brush Set
Recently I bought the Coastal Scents 88 Warm Palette and one of their brush sets, and I have been very satisfied with the quality of both items. I’ll review the 88 Warm Palette in my next post, and try do some swatches if I can…
read moreCalling all Makeup Divas!
Do you have your own great opinions about different cosmetic products out there that you’d like to share with our readers? If you would like to write for myCosmeticBag, please register an account here, and then post a comment on this entry giving us a…
read moreForever21 to sell cosmetics
Forever21 has been known to offer fashionable clothes at an affordable price, and now they plan on doing the same with makeup. Well, I don’t know if I’d trust Forever21′s cosmetic producs, to be honest with you. While they may have some cute clothes, that…
read moreMAC Colour Craft Mineralize Eyeshadow Quads
Tonight, Stela and I made a trip to Fashion Island, in Newport Beach to check out MAC’s new Colour Craft Collection. After a cursory glance of the new Colour Craft Mineralize Eyeshadow Quads, I immediately knew which ones I was going to take home with…
read moreFree Coastal Scents 78 Palette
I was looking at the prizes for our Free Make-Up Give Away Contest, and realized it wasn’t very colorful. So, in addition to the free Smashbox Photo Finish Primer, Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion and flat iron, I have decided to throw in a free…
read moreAre Your MAC Brushes Authentic?
Ever been duped by a seller on eBay claiming to sell a set of 30 “MAC” Brushes for as low as $30, and when it arrives you realize that you bought cheap knockoffs? I have, recently. So after doing some research, I found a number…
read moreSchwarzkopf Bonacure Hairtherapy “Sealed Ends”
I have been using products from Schwarzkopf’s Bonacure Hairtherapy line for years now, and my all-time favorite hair product is the Sealed Ends treatment. I use this on my ends after drying my hair and it really does what it says in its name: seals…
read moreShine Beauty Panel
Great news for myCosmeticBag! I just got selected to be on shine.yahoo.com’s beauty panel, which means they are going to start sending me pre-market samples to review. This is a huge victory for myCosmeticBag because I’ll be able to do some great product reviews for…
read moreCargo EyeLighter Eye Brightening Stick
Stela purchased this a couple days ago and after borrowing it today, I was convinced that I had to buy my own. The Cargo EyeLighter is a double-sided eye brightening stick that has a blunt sponge applicator on one end and a pointed sponge applicator…
read moreFree Makeup Give-Away!
myCosmeticBag peaked at 213 hits today, which is very exciting news because this is a fairly new blog and this is the most visits we’ve ever gotten in one day. In celebration of this, we are running a contest to give away some of our…
read moreMAC 205 Mascara Fan Brush
I recently got my hands on this brush through eBay, after reading about it on Kaboodle. At first glance this brush can seem a bit peculiar. It’s a tiny serrated fan brush made of synthetic fibers that you use to apply mascara with. This brush…
read moreUrban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion
While running the risk of making this blog appear to be a bit primer-centric, I absolutely HAVE to talk about Urban Decay’s Eyeshadow Primer Potion. I bought this the other day at ULTA in the original nude color after Anisha recommended it to me. I…
read moreMakeup Organization 101
Since my makeup collection has been growing at a near exponential rate recently, I have been looking for ways to keep my cosmetics organized; especially since I’ve been redecorating my room. I googled for answers but didn’t quite find anything that great, except for the…
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