Kerin's Top Ten: Foundations for Oily Skin

Hello World!
Hi my name is Kerin and I am a Foundation junkie.

No, but seriously I love foundation, and I think I've mentioned in a previous posts that I have oily-combination skin, so I'm always on the hunt for good foundation that will keep me shine-free throughout the day. I also should mention that I am a full-coverage queen, so most of the foundations on my list are full coverage. Without further ado, here's my top ten foundations of oily skin!

10. Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow! Liquid Foundation 

This foundation has a demi-matte finish, so it doesn't leave your face looking flat and it also as SPF!

Tarte Clay Play Face Shaping Palette: What's the Tea?

Hello World! Here's my review of the Tarte Clay Play Face Shaping Palette. 

When Tarte first launched this palette this summer, I instantly wanted to get my hands on it, but first I couldn't find it anywhere, and then when I finally did it I wasn't sure it was really worth the price. This palette retails for $46, which is on the pricier side, but comparable to other high-end brand palettes. I was so intrigued by the palette because it claimed to be the ultimate face palette with all the shades you could need to shape, contour, and highlight your eyes, nose, face, and even your brows. But I became hesitant when I saw the price because I didn't think I would be able to use any of the face shades, because I had yet to find a high-end brand that has a contour shade that's dark enough. So I was like, I'm not paying $46 for a 9 basic eyeshadows. But then I saw the swatches online, and I was like maybe it'd be dark enough, so I went ahead and bought it. And I am so glad I did! These shades are so pigmented and are actually darker than they appear in the pan.

I am a fan of Tarte's entire Amazonian Clay line, and I feel like this palette was the perfect addition. You can create so many looks with this palette, and it can work for a variety of different skin tones! This palette reminds me a lot of the Kat Von D Shade and Light palette except better (no shade 😏). Also I think the packaging is just really cute and sleek, and I love the giant mirror, which makes it perfect for travel! I would highly recommend this palette!

Buy it here and use code NG8C-2GBK-JTB9 for $10 off!  

Au Revoir!
~Kerin

P.S.  If you would like a full tutorial using this palette let me know!



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Tuesdays With Kerin: I'M BACK!!! (Kerin's Korner Re-launch)

Hello World!

Okay...
Guess who's back...
Back again...
Kerin's back...
Tell a friend...
Now everyone report to dance floor...
To the dance floor, to the dance floor ...
Now everyone report to the dance floor...
Alright stop...
Pajama time!

Okay, really this has had gone too far so I'll stop, but wait for it... I'M BACK!!! Miss me?

I apologize that I just went M.I.A. for a couple of months, but I intended to post while I was in New Orleans for my teaching program, but it was a lot more work that I expected. I mean I was working nearly 16 hour days. But I'll save the details for another time, because I wanted to keep this post short and sweet. If you'd like a post all about my summer in New Orleans let me know!

But I'm back now and ready to get back to business!(to defeat the huns)

Today is Kerin's Korner official relaunch! *pause of applause*

It's a relaunch, but I won't really be changing anything. I'll still be following the same schedule for posts, but their names might be a little different.

• Story Sundays
• Makeup Mondays
• Life Updates Tuesdays  - Now Tuesdays with Kerin
• Movie Review Wednesdays -  Now Watch or Nah?
• Product Review Thurdays -  Now What's the Tea? 
• Kerin's Top 10 Fridays 
• Random Saturdays 

If there are any specific posts you'd like to see, let know via comment, twitter, instagram, etc. 

With that said,

Au Revoir,

~Kerin

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Life Update: Hit the Road

Hello World!

As you already know from my Saturday post, my sister and best friend graduated from college this weekend! So that was the most exciting thing that happened last week. Last week was finals week, so...

Anyway, right now I'm on the road with my father to pick up brother from Lubbock. So that's like an 8 hour drive! So I'll miss the game tonight! :(

Well that's all.

Au Revoir!
~Kerin

#Pink Wednesdays Look

Hello World! So last week, I created this look because #onwednesdayswewearpink! Enjoy!

Steps Done off Camera:

Step 1: Wash and moisturize! I used Clean & Clear Essentials Foaming Facial Cleanser and Origins GinZing Energy-boosting moisturizer. I also used their GinZing Refreshing eye cream for the dark circles under my eyes. I received all the Origins products complimentary and free from Influenster for testing purposes. 

Step 2: Prime! I used e.l.f. Poreless Face Primer.

Step 3: Foundation!  I used Benefit hello flawless! oxygen wow! Liquid foundation in the shade Nutmeg.

Step 4: Concealer!  I applied concealer under my eyes, along the bridge of my nose, to the center of my forehead and on my chin. Then "baked" with a translucent powder.  I used Benefit boi-ing concealer in the shade Medium and the POREfessional: agent zero shine powder. Right now get 25% off all Benefit concealers, including boi-ing!

Step 5: Eyebrows! I used Benefit bigger & bolder brows kit in the shade 5. Benefit is giving FREE deluxe samples of goof proof brow pencil! (Code: HELLOBROWVO) with any $40 purchase!

Step 6: Contour! I used Black Radiance True Complexion Creme Contour Palette in Medium to Deep. Using a contour brush I applied the 'contour' shade to my hairline, along my cheekbones, along the sides of my nose, and to my jawline. 

Products Used On Camera:

Step 7: Eyes! Too Faced Semi-Sweet Chocolate Bar & Urban Decay Jean Michel Basquiat Tenant Palette

Step 8: Blush! Black Radiance Artisan Color Baked Blush in the shade Raspberry.

Step 9: Mascara!: Benefit They're Real!  New offer: FREE full-size mascara set! ( code: STEAL)

Step 10: Highlight!  Artist Couture Diamond Glow Powder in the shade LaBronze.

Step 11: Lips! I used the Maybelline Baby Lips in the shade Cherry Me.

Step 12: Selfie! Share on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, kerinskorner.com, etc. 

Happy Makeup Monday!

~Kerin

P.S. - If you recreate this look, be sure to tag me so I can see it!