Tuesday, July 29, 2014


Hello everybody!


As I promissed you last week, today we are continuing my magic adventure in a world of colorful makeup. If you want to read about the first part of this awesome event, I am inviting you to check out this post.

So this is how the second part of my adventure began. 
I was invited to the Inglot Boutique Miami Beach the next day too and being in the full Miami Swim Week, I'd thought to challenge the talented Inglot makeup team to make me a summer look that would successfully resist in a hot Miami sun at a fashion show.


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


This time the one who took care of my makeup was ”la bella Gina” - as I was calling her - please check her page and her amazing work. As I was explaining her what I am thinking about my makeup, she immediately knew and she decided to create a fun, colorful, makeup look, where the accent was on my eyes.

The products that were used for my makeup:


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


Gina warmed up my skin tone a little, just like Christina did the other day. She created a colorful summer look, yet natural, ready to be worn in the Miami's hot and humid atmosphere at a fashion show. Maybe you have noticed that I was using again the mattifying powder and after using it for two days in a row, I do like how it worked on my skin, given the weather here in Miami.


And this was my final look.
Isn't that green utterly beautiful? I am so happy that now it is part of my makeup collection.


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


When I am at a makeup session, my blogger's nature comes out and I must ask questions about makeup techniques, products, take pictures, I have to know and to document everything. So, I took advantage that MUA Gina was doing my makeup and I asked her, what makeup products would she recommend for a fair skin tone like mine in this summer season.



Down below you can see her recommendations and the secret key word is - WATERPROOF makeup.

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup



Beautiful people, awesome event

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


My amazing adventure ended with the two fashion shows, part of the Mercedes-Benz Miami Swim Week 2014 that I've attended: one at The National Hotel, where I came to support my fellow beauty bloggers and another one at the W Hotel with the Inglot team.


Beautiful show at The National Hotel


Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger

 With the beautiful beauty bloogers (L-R) Sahily and BeeNa

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger
 
Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger

Look at all those gorgeous models!

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger


Later at night I went to another amazing fashion show at the W Hotel South Beach. I had a fabulous time with the Inglot team back stage where they did all the makeup for the show, I've met amazing people like the famous artist Anastasia the Great who painted with 24k gold foil, Edward J. Oberle Lopez - the wonderful person behind this event and I had a blast at the show. I couldn't be more grateful for all this!




With the beautiful and elegant Charmaine

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger


From L-R: The artist Anastasia the Great, Edward J. Oberle Lopez, Jennesey - Inglot team and Tania Noman 

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach team in action

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger


Animated Wet zone at the W Hotel Miami Beach

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger


With Jennesey - another talented makeup artistist - Inglot team

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger


Lot of people came to visit Inglot's booth

Miami Swim Week, event, beauty blogger


I hope you enjoyed my colorful adventure. 
Until next time!


Yours,
Rally


Inglot's logo pictures - photo credit Philip Talleyrand





Sunday, July 27, 2014


Hello everybody!


This week-end could not end better than with a surprise for you, my dear readers.
One Direction fans, Directioners all over the world gather around, I have some wonderful and exciting news to share with you


”The world’s biggest pop band debuts a limited-edition cosmetics collection by Markwins International, launching mid-August 2014 at Macy’s and other selected major retailers worldwide. Much like the One Direction band members themselves, this prestige makeup line is fun, bold and a tad mischievous, featuring vivid shades, premium formulas and chic, collectible packaging and components.”


One Direction, makeup


When this funny photo of Niall's Horan hands full of swatches appeared on this Twitter account a month ago, there was a huge media frenzy and everybody was wondering how this new makeup line will look like. This collaboration couldn't be more exciting, taking into consideration that we are taking here about Markwins International - the famous company founded in 1984 , which portofolio includes brands like Wet'n'Wild, Physicians Formula, The Color Institute and is synonymous with high-quality cosmetics at an unbeatable value. 



One Direction, makeup


Makeup by ONE DIRECTION:

”A range of makeup and cosmetic products celebrating youth, style, and the uninhibited lifestyle of a new generation. Celebrating life with bold shades, unique formula and infused with limited edition collectable packaging. Makeup from One Direction is fun, bold, often irreverent, with a touch of cheeky mischievousness. Offered at prices that every girl and woman can afford.”



THE LOOKS COLLECTION:

“The Looks Collection” comprises three keepsake tins inspired by One Direction’s globe-conquering albums -“Up All Night”, “Take Me Home” and the latest chart topper, ”Midnight Memories.”
Each tin comes complete with everything you need to show off your personality. Are you a rock'n’ roll girl, a fun party girl or the girl next door? We have just the right collection for you and illustrations to help show you just how to get your perfect look. All your beauty essentials are housed in a LIMITED EDITION collectable keepsake tin with removable sleeve, complete with ONE DIRECTION doodle stencils to decorate your keepsake tin and make it uniquely your own!


Sounds exciting, isn't it?
And now, the moment you are all waiting for - here's a sneek peek of The Looks Collection. Also you can find more details on the official Facebook page - MakeupbyOneDirection.

 
1. Midnight Memories kit

One Direction, makeup


2. Take Me Home kit

One Direction, makeup


3. Up All Night kit

One Direction, makeup


How cute are these packagings? I like them all, but my favorite is the Midnight Memories kit, that red lipstick calls my name.

If you are wondering when these cool kits will be on on the market, the line will be available worldwide starting in the U.S.

US RELEASE DATES:

Macy's - August 11th
Stage Stores – August 25th
Dillards – August 25th
Beauty Brands – August 25th
Lord and Taylor - August 25th

*International release dates TBD.

The price will be announced.


Let's talk about the SURPRISE that I was telling you  at the beginning of this post.  
NOW you have the chance to win a limited edition makeup set before it’s released to the public! All you have to do is fill the form down below.
Giveaway Details: To enter the giveaway you will be asked to fill out your email, like the FB page and post to Twitter. Additional entries can be earned by referring friends, pinning on Pinterest, or liking the Twitter page. The more entries, the higher the chance of winning. Up to 50 limited edition makeup sets will be given away. Winners will be picked randomly and announced by August 5th. This contest is for US & Canada only.


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If, by technical reasons, you can't see the giveaway's widget, you can enter HERE.


Best of luck to everybody and keep an eye on the blog, I will be soon reviewing one of these makeup sets.


Yours,
Rally

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Thursday, July 24, 2014


Hello everybody!


This past week had been an amazing one for me, it was like a beautiful and restful dream from which you don't want to wake up. I have so many wonderful moments to share with you, so this post will be structured in two parts.

Everything started with the Inglot Boutique Miami Beach Swim Week Beauty Lounge event, where I had such an amazing time, I was pampered with beauty makeup sessions (yes, sessions!), I got to play with makeup and test their products and, the best of all, I've met some great people that are now very dear to my soul.


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


If you are not familiar with Inglot Cosmetics, let me tell you that this is an European brand, from Poland, with more that 30 years of business activity.


Now Inglot is one of ”the world’s leading manufacturers in colour cosmetics. Inglot currently has a presence at all major beauty happenings and events around the globe, from the runways of Fashion Week to the stages and sets of TV and Broadway musicals. 
Inglot succeeded in combining the latest scientific technology with intense and vibrant colours. Every product consists of high-quality ingredients and is being sold at fair prices. All Inglot cosmetics are produced within the European Union and 95% of them are manufactured in Inglot's own state of the art facilities. 
A wide range of colours and an impressive variety of products is something that makes Inglot stand out of the crowd. The range consists of over 1,500 colours with over 450 ways to improve your lips, 600 ways to enhance your eyes, and over 300 ways to portray your face, while the extremely rich collection of nail polishes consists of up to 400 shades. 
The jewels in Inglot's crown are its famous Freedom System, which gives the freedom to assemble custom designed palettes to meet any beauty needs, and the revolutionary O2M Breathable Nail Enamel that ensures oxygen and water vapor permeability. O2M Nail Enamel was created specifically for health reasons – not only is it fashionable and good-looking, but also leads to healthier and therefore even more beautiful nails.”
(The source: Inglot Cosmetics)


Personally, I have heard of this brand before, I have read about its products, but never had the chance to test, try them. This event was the perfect occasion to get my hands on these products.

The Inglot Boutique is located in the heart of Miami Beach, on the 8th Street between Washington and Collins, to be more specific - 224 Miami Beach. The beauty boutique is the ideal place for a pampering makeup session, carefree, where all your problems, stress melt away. Everything invites you in, from the chic location, to glam and comfy decorations, to those awesome makeup products. It's like a mesmerizing journey into the world of colorful makeup.


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


Now let's talk about my makeup, shall we?

Beeing very excited to try the Inglot products, I talked to Christina - please check and support her page, she's an amazing makeup artist - to create my signature look, which is a natural one. When I saw their new Freedom System matte lipsticks, I immediately knew that it had to be a makeup with bold lips. Me & matte lipsticks = LOVE. Christina did an amazing job, it was definitely something new to try for me. I was so amazed by her incredible attention to details, patience (especially that my eyes were so sensitive when putting crayon on my waterline) and flawless work. I wish I could be as half as talented as her.

Because I am so fair, she went and warmed up a little my skin tone. Down below you could see the makeup products that were used for my makeup. I wanted very much to try their new mattifying powder. With all this crazy weather here in Miami, I need a good powder for my combination skin.


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


My before and after makeup look:


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


If you are wondering, the gorgeous lipstick that you see in these pictures (and you saw all over my Instagram account) is from the new Inglot range of Matte Lipsticks and this is number 516. It is so wonderful, so versatile, I can't get enough of it and I am so happy that I discovered it right here at Inglot.


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


Beautiful people, awesome event


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup
 With the beautiful and elegant Charmaine


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup
 Lovely Inglot team


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup 
No lady would miss a photo opportunity with Aaron :)


I just couldn't leave empty handed and abandon my beautiful matte lipstick behind, so I've bought my first Inglot products - the matte lipstick and a Freedom System palette so I can build my own customized beauty case. The matte lipstick was $9 and the freedom system palette $11, plus the applicable taxes. So excited! Also, I complimentary received the eyeshadows that were part of my makeup look - the Freedom System Shine Square Eyeshadow in number 08 and Freedom System Matte Square Eyeshadow in number 329. About the gorgeous green teal Freedom System Satin Rainbow Eyeshadow in number 135 I will talk more in my next post.


Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup

Inglot Boutique Miami Beach, event, makeup


I had such an amazing time at this event! They invited me to participate the next day too, but more about those adventures, in my next post. 


Do you know Inglot cosmetics? Have you tried their products?


Hugs,
Rally


Inglot's logo pictures - photo credit Philip Talleyrand

Tuesday, July 15, 2014


Bună tuturor!


Suntem aproape de mijlocul lunii Iulie È™i vara È™i-a intrat încet, încet în drepturi, chiar dacă la început s-a arătat timidă, iar ploile n-au mai contenit. Cu siguranță, acum că aÈ›i scăpat de examene (fie ele de bacalaureat, fie cele de la facultate), sesiuni de licenÈ›e sau disertaÈ›ii, acum că sunteÈ›i în concediu, sau vă zboară gândul la vacanță, că sunteÈ›i pe o terasă È™i savuraÈ›i o limonadă rece, sau la mare pe nisipul cel înfierbântat, pe pisc de munte admirând natura, sau la È™trand la o bălăceală, NU UITAÈšI să vă protejaÈ›i pielea de razele soarelui. ProtecÈ›ia solară este extrem de importantă în orice anotimp, È™i, aÈ™a cum v-am mai spus, trebuie să înÈ›elegem că soarele este unul dintre pricipalii factori care menÈ›in viaÈ›a pe Pământ, dar, în acelaÈ™i timp, este È™i unul dintre factorii cauzatori ai îmbătrânirii pielii, vrem nu vrem trebuie să fim conÈ™tienÈ›i de asta. 

Soarele poate fi È™i prietenul nostru cel bun, dacă È™tim cum să îi permitem acest lucru, aici reamintesc:  protecÈ›ia prin folosirea de creme cu factor de protecÈ›ie adecvat, pe care să le alternăm în funcÈ›ie de sezon (eu, spre exemplu, în sezonul cald, folosesc creme cu factor de protecÈ›ie solară de la 50 în sus, iar în sezonul rece, nu scad factorul sub 30!), evitarea expunerii îndelungate la soare, mai ales când nivelul de radiaÈ›ii este la cote maxime, purtarea de haine de protecÈ›ie (da, există, haine care protejează împotriva radiaÈ›iilor solare), a ochelarilor de soare, a pălăriei.

Sunt tare bucuroasă să vă anunț că m-am numărat printre câștigătoarele campaniei de testare a noii game de produse lansată de Eucerin, cu acest articol - gamă dedicată persoanele care suferă de alergie solară - gama Eucerin Sun- Allergy Protection. Astfel, a ajuns și la mine un kit format din:
  • Gelul cremă împotriva alergiilor solare FPS 25 
  • Spray-ul transparent de protecÈ›ie solară cu FPS 50 
  • Gelul-cremă după plajă împotriva alergiilor solare

Inovația acestor produse, stă în formula avansată care are la bază două ingrediente active menite să lupte împotriva alergiilor solare. Este vorba despre:
  • Alpha-Glucosilrutin (AGR) - un flavonoid obÈ›inut din arborele Pulmeria ÅŸi modificat biotehnologic pentru ca proprietățile sale antioxidante să limiteze formarea radicalilor liberi.  
  • Licochalcone A - un ingredient natural extras din rădăcina de lemn dulce care, în urma numeroaselor studii clinice, s-a dovedit a avea multiple efecte benefice asupra pielii (rol anti-oxidant, anti-iritant, anti-inflamator).


Eucerin, sensitive skin, sun protection


Așa cum soarele mângâie gingaș cu razele sale frunzele acestei plante, oferindu-i hrana necesară pentru supraviețuire, am început și eu testarea noilor produse Eucerin pentru a mă reîmprieteni cu acesta.


Eucerin, sensitive skin, sun protection


După cum veți observa aceste produse vin în ambalaje practice, ergonomice, astfel concepute încât să permită o dozare optimă a produsului.

  • Gelul cremă împotriva alergiilor solare FPS 25 - ”conferă protecÈ›ie medie UVA/UVB (în conformitate cu recomandările UE) pentru pielea predispusă la alergii solare. ProtecÈ›ie dovedită împotriva alergiilor cum ar fi erupÈ›ia polimorfă la lumină (EPL) sau acneea estivală.”
Eu am perceput acest produs ca fiind o cremă cu o textură lejeră, cu un miros discret, care pătrunde repede în piele. Mi-a plăcut faptul că pielea nu a rămas lipicioasă după aplicarea acesteia (am oroare de astfel de creme!) și nici nu a lăsat urme albe. Nu mi-a pătat hainele. Deși această cremă este rezistentă la apă, eu aș recomanda reaplicarea ei ori de câte ori s-a intrat în contact cu apa, chiar și în cazul transpirației. Deoarece are un factor de protecție mai mic, eu am ales să folosesc acest produs în zilele când evit expunerea prelungită la soare.

  • Spray-ul transparent de protecÈ›ie solară cu FPS 50  - ”oferă o protecÈ›ie mare pentru corp. Datorită formulei lejere, este cel mai indicat ÅŸi pentru pielea acoperită de păr ÅŸi predispusă la acnee. Filtrele foarte eficiente UVA/ UVB (corespunzătoare standardelor UE) ÅŸi protecÈ›ia suplimentară a celulelor din profunzime cu extract de rădăcină de lemn dulce garantează protecÈ›ia împotriva deteriorării pielii induse de razele UV. Pielea este complet protejată - chiar ÅŸi în straturile profunde ale epidermei.” 
Acesta a fost produsul care mi-a stârnit cel mai mult curiozitatea. Este un fluid transparent, cu un miros plăcut, o textură lejeră, ce se absoarbe rapid în piele. Mi-a plăcut faptul că nu este un produs lipicios. Pompița din dotare permite o aplicare precisă. Din nou, recomand reaplicarea produsului ori de câte ori s-a intrat în contact cu apa, chiar și în cazul transpirației. Factorul de protecție mare îl recomandă ca un produs ideal pentru activitățile în aer liber.

  • Gelul-crema după plajă împotriva alergiilor solare -Ingrediente active: Alpha-Glucosilrutin (AGR), un puternic antioxidant obÈ›inut din plante, care împreuna cu vitamina E întăreÈ™te sistemul de apărare propriu pielii împotriva radicalilor liberi, pe măsură ce cantitatea de radicali liberi nocivi creÈ™te din nou. Promite să ofere o îngrijire adecvată ce calmează È™i regenerează pielea afectată de soare.”
Acest produs are o textură de gel, care se aplică cu uÈ™urință È™i intră repede în piele. Mirosul este unul plăcut. ÃŽmi place tare mult efectul său răcoritor asupra pielii mele. Tind să cred că acest produs are È™i proprietăți de hidratare, căci pielea mea, de obicei uscată, îmi rămâne catifelată, plăcută la atingere. ÃŽmi plac mult produsele care au o astfel de textură, sunt o adevărată binecuvântare de folosit după expunerea la soare. 


Pe final de împărtășit impresii, aș vrea să închei cu câteva concluzii:
  • produsele Eucerin au la bază ingrediente active menite să lupte împotriva alergiilor solare
  • ambalaje practice È™i ergonomice
  • produse cu texturi lejere ce pătrund uÈ™or în piele
  • nu lasă pielea lipicioasă, nici urme albe
  • aplicate corespunzător protejează pielea de efectele nocive ale soarelui
  • produsele conÈ›in alcool (personal evit aplicarea lor pe față, aplic doar pe corp)
  
CONCURS

Veștile bune se împart mereu cu prietenii, așa că, dragii mei, v-am pregătit și vouă o surpriză, mai bine zis 3. Veți putea câștiga și voi unul din cele 3 kit-uri cu noile produse Eucerin, ca și al meu, dacă respectați câteva reguli simple:
  • Să mă urmăriÈ›i în mod PUBLIC prin GFC (Google Friend Connect) - în partea dreaptă găsiÈ›i pe fundal albastru ”ÃŽnscrieÈ›i-vă pe acest site”, urmaÈ›i instrucÈ›iunile È™i optaÈ›i pentru a mă urmări ”în mod public”
  • Să răspundeÈ›i la întrebarea: De ce îți doreÈ™ti produsele din gama Eucerin Sun?
Nimic mai simplu, nu-i așa?

Dacă doriți ȘANSE ÎN PLUS, OPȚIONAL mai puteți (repet, NU E OBLIGATORIU!):
  • Să daÈ›i like paginii de Facebook a blogului aici
  • Să daÈ›i share acestei postări pe pagina voastră de Facebook, să vadă È™i prietenii voÈ™tri acest concurs È™i să-mi lăsaÈ›i linkul doveditor. ATENÈšIE: postarea trebuie să fie PUBLICÄ‚ pentru ca eu să o pot vedea

Ca să vă ajut, vă dau un exemplu cum ar trebui să arate comentariul vostru:

GFC id: 
Răspunsul la întrebarea: De ce îți doreÈ™ti produsele din gama Eucerin Sun?  
OpÈ›ional  (+2 È™anse): Facebook like:
                (+2 È™anse): Facebook share:
 
DURATA: giveaway-ul începe azi, 15.07 şi se încheie pe 29.07, orele 24.00.


DISCLAIMER!
  • Aceste premii vă sunt oferite de către sponsorul giveaway-ului Eucerin Romania.  
  • Concursul este deschis tuturor persoanelor de cetățenie română sau care pot primi premiul la o adresă din România.
  • Toate persoanele care nu respectă REGULILE OBLIGATORII vor fi descalificate. 
  • Acest concurs se desfășoară pe mai multe bloguri, puteÈ›i să vă înscrieÈ›i pe toate blogurile participante,  dar veÈ›i câștiga doar o singură dată.
  • Durata desfășurării concursului a fost amintită mai sus.
  • Vom avea 3 câștigători.
  • Voi afiÈ™a câștigătorii în maximum 3 zile de la terminarea giveaway-ului.
  • Odată anunÈ›aÈ›i, aceÈ™tia au la dispoziÈ›ie 48 de ore pentru a mă contacta. ÃŽn cazul în care nu primesc niciun răspuns, voi alege alte persoane.
  • Pentru neclarități, probleme întâmpinate pe parcurs, vă rog să-mi scrieÈ›i un e-mail la contactrallybeauty@yahoo.com.
  • Nu doresc certuri, cuvinte triviale, scandal, luaÈ›i-o cum vreÈ›i, atât pe acest blog, cât È™i pe pagina de Facebook aferentă blogului. Vă rog să fim fair-play È™i să ne respectăm! 
  • NIMENI NU VÄ‚ OBLIGÄ‚ SÄ‚ PARTICIPAÈšI! CUI NU ÃŽI CONVIN REGULILE, ÃŽI ROG SÄ‚ NU PARTICIPE!


Așadar, vă doresc multă baftă și să curgă înscrierile!

A voastră,
Rally


UPDATE:  
Știu că așteptați cu nerăbdare să aflați dacă vă numărați printre cei 3 norocoși care vor intra în posesia unui kit Eucerin Sun Allergy Protection, așa că nu am să o lungesc prea mult. Vreau să menționez doar faptul că mi-ar fi plăcut să acordați o mai mare atenție regulilor, mai ales că au fost așa de puține (doar două!) și simple. Listele cu participanții validați la acest concurs le găsiți aici (click pe listele recent adăugate!)

Câștigătoarele kit-urilor Eucerin Sun Allergy Protection sunt:

59 - Brindușa Aleculesei
134 - Adina Gavriloi
304 - Ana-Maria Ionescu

Felicitări tuturor! Să vă bucurați de vară și să aveți grijă mereu de pielea voastră!


VeÈ›i fi contactate de către sponsor pentru a vi se explica modalitățile de intrare în posesia premiilor. 
Celor care nu le-a surâs norocul le transmit să nu fie triști, deoarece plănuiesc și alte surprize frumoase pe viitor. Fiți cu ochii pe blog!

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