I’m going to start off with Elf’s Hydrating Face Primer. I’m simply using my hands to apply this product like a moisturizer. Next, I’m using Elf’s Foundation Serum in Light and applying it with a Morphe M439 Brush. I love using this brush for foundation because its large surface area makes it easy to apply foundation quickly. I’m using a lot of this Foundation Serum because it has light coverage. I’m applying the foundation on the lids of my eyes, as an eye primer, and on my neck.

Now, I’m using Scotch tape to mark off where I want my eyeliner to end. I’m using it like you would use painter’s tape. I use tape to create well-defined eye makeup that has a really clean edge.
For eyeshadow, I’m using Elf’s new mad for matte eyeshadow palette. This palette is obviously all matte colors that have no shimmer in them. I think this palette is great for an everyday look or a dramatic smokey eye, depending on the colors you choose to work with. I love the darker colors in this palette. They’re perfect for an intense smokey eye look, without going overly dramatic with bright colors.

I’m using the first color in the palette as my eyeshadow base. I’m using a large Birchbox brush to easily cover my entire eyelid with the product. For the crease of my eye, I’m using the seventh (7th) color in the palette with a thin pointed brush from Sephora. I prefer to use a thin brush for the crease because I like the intense line it creates. My eyes are large and they open relatively wide, so I really like to define the crease of my eye.

For my main eyeshadow color, I’m using an ELF smudge pot in Cruisin’ Chic. I’m using a small wide brush to pick up the color. This eyeshadow has a gell-like consistency and is very thick. It will take a little time and patience to spread it around evenly. I’m placing the color on the inside corner of my eye first, and then spreading it towards the middle. This way, I don’t discolor the lighter smudge pot color with the darker matte color that is already on my crease. After I have applied the amount that I want to the inside of my eye, I will then blend the outside corner of my eye. You always want to blend light colors into darker colors.

To achieve a smokey eye look, I’m going to use the last color in the matte palette, which is basically a black, and a short small blending brush. I’m using this small brush because I want to do thick eyeliner with this color, and then blend it out for that smokey look. Be sure to blend this color out. You want a light smokey eye, not a thick eyeliner line.
To add extra drama, I am adding liquid eyeliner to create that dark sharp line. I’m using ELF’s expert liquid liner in coffee. Using the Scotch tape as a guide, I am making a thin line from the outside edge of my eyeshadow in towards my pupil. Start out thin, and then go over the line a couple of times, making it a little bit thicker each time. Then, switch your grip, and lightly tap the product on your eyelid line. I’m only putting eyeliner on the outside edge of eye, from the middle of my pupil out, because doing this makes your eyes look bigger and more awake.
Finally, we are going to remove the tape! Gently, very gently, peel the tape starting from the inside out. If the tape was securely on your face, you will reveal a perfect defined line of eye makeup.

Next, I clean up the excess eye makeup that has been cast off onto my face. Then, I use the ELF hydrating under eye primer to prepare the area for concealer. I’m simply using my middle ring finger to apply this product because it is the most gentle way to apply product. You always want to be extra gentle with the skin under your eyes.

Now, I’m going to use a technique called baking, which is essentially setting your under eye concealer with powder. I’m using ELF’s HD Lifting Concealer and ELF’s Perfect Finish HD Powder to set the concealer. First, I am applying a very generous amount of concealer to the under eye area. Then, I am using a mini beauty blender to blend out the product. Be extra careful not to mess up your beautiful eye makeup during this process. Finally, I’m putting a very generous amount of powder onto my beauty blender and then tapping the powder onto the area. Make sure that you are not blending, but lightly tapping the product on.

For a little shimmer, I’m using ELF’s illuminating palette that has four great highlighting colors. I’m actually mixing two colors for this look. I’m using a wide fan brush to lightly dust the tops of my cheekbones.

As a finishing touch to my face, I am using ELF’s translucent mattifiying powder as a setting powder. I’m using an extra large brush from Birchbox and applying the powder evenly all over my face.
To fill my brows, I’m using ELF’s eyebrow lifter & filler pencil duo. I’m starting out by creating a straight line for the bottom of my brow. Then I create another straight line at the top of my brow. I’m following that top line across my brow until it starts to bend, and then I draw downwards to create that angled edge. Once all the outside lines have been created, I just fill in my brow. Next, I do the same for the other brow.

Then, I used the lifter side of the pencil duo to highlight my brow bone on each side. I then used a Morphe brow brush and spoolie duo to blend out the filler color to make it look more natural.
To blend out the lifter highlight color, I used my fingers because I didn’t want to risk use a brush that would possibly transfer leftover color that could possibly be still on the brush to my face.
Mascara is a must to finish off any look. I used the regular mascara side of the ELF’s regular & waterproof mascara duo. I used the wand that product came with, and just simply applied the mascara as I would normally.

To finish off my look, I’m using ELF’s mineral lipstick in nicely nude. I’m starting by creating the v shape on my cupids bow. Then I’m going from the outside of my lips, in towards my cupids bow. Then I line my bottom lip with the lip color, moving in an upward motion. Then I apply the lipstick to my bottom lip, like normal. I go over my lips one more time, and then smooth everything out by rubbing my lips together.

Then, I’m using Elf’s all over color stick in pink lemonade to add a little color to my cheeks. While I keep a smile on, I take the color stick and dab it onto my cheeks. It’s all I need to add just the right amount of color.

I got my November Birchbox in the mail yesterday, and I wanted to show it to you guys. Yes, I have already opened it, but I have yet to use any of the products in the box.

First, I just want to point out how pretty the box is. Last month I got a plain jane brown box, but this month’s box had a sophisticated turquoise rose print on it. The items in the box also came rapped in deep purple colored paper. This box is definitely a keeper, for what I’m not sure yet, but I’ll figure out something to put in it.

The November box is all about indulgence and pampering. One of my favorite items of this month’s box is the Dr. Jart Water Replenishment Sheet Mask. I’ve been completely obsessed with sheet masks lately, and I’m so happy I got one in my box this month. This sheet mask is loaded with a hydrating serum that’s great for nourishing dry, parched skin.

This month’s box is really exciting to me, and should be to all YouTubers, because it includes a full size beauty product from the new Birchbox brand that comes in colors that are curated by YouTube beauty star Tati Westbrook! The “One & Done Shadow Stick” is a creaseless, waterproof eye shadow stick. The color I got is called “On Point,” and its a dark nude that is great for the daytime. I’m going to keep this in my purse and use it when I’m running late to work. This product is such a great idea, and I’m really happy with the color I received!

My November box also had a Davines “This is a relaxing moisturizing fluid” sample. This hair cream adds shine, eliminates frizz, moisturizes and preps hair for heat styling tools. I love every Davines product I have ever tried, so I’m really excited to try this out. It has a smooth consistency and a great fragrance with hints of coconut oil.

Last but not least, I received a Ayres Body Polish in “Pampas Sunrise.” This body polish goes on smoothly and rinses off cleanly, leaving behind only soft, fantastic-smelling skin. This product does in fact smell fantastic! Its a fresh citrus fragrance with lemongrass and hints of patchouli. It smells like a product you would find at spa. I also have to point out the appealing packaging of this product. It comes in a container that looks like an old fashioned medicine jar, and has great graphic design on the labeling. I really appreciate it when companies take the time to really think about the packaging and how it will attract customers. 


Those were all the items that were in my November Birchbox this month. I realize that there were less items in this box than there were in my October box, however, I’m overall happier with getting less items, but products that I love and that I know I will use, rather than getting a bunch of items I’m not excited about and end up taking up space in my makeup drawers.

It’s Sunday Sample Day, when I use all my samples!
Watch the video to see all the samples I’m going to use today.

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Camera: Canon 70D SLR
Lens: Sigma 30 mm f/1.4 Lens
Ring Light: Neewer 18″ Dimmable 600W 5500K Ring Light
Extra Lights: 45W 5500K Daylight Bulbs
Microphone: Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone
Computer: iMac 27in 2013 / Macbook Pro 15in 2015
Software: Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2015

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Cut Trance – Cephelopod by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100273
Artist: http://incompetech.com/

My October Birchbox Samples!

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Website: http://www.elegantelite.blog/

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Instagram: https://instagram.com/elegantelite/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eleganteliteblog
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—————————Equipment Used————————
Camera: Canon 70D SLR
Lens: Sigma 30 mm f/1.4 Lens
Ring Light: Neewer 18″ Dimmable 600W 5500K Ring Light
Extra Lights: 45W 5500K Daylight Bulbs
Microphone: Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone
Computer: iMac 27in 2013 / Macbook Pro 15in 2015
Software: Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2015

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***This video is not sponsored in any way,
and I was not paid to talk about any of the products in this video. ***

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Electro Cabello by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400048
Artist: http://incompetech.com/

On Saturday, I went to BeautyCon NYC 2015 and picked up the Crown Brushes pure exposed eyeshadow palette. This tutorial features the Crown Brushes palette, along with a lip liner that I purchased. I also feature some of my current favorite products. I hope you enjoy!