BEAUTY FRIDAY: URBAN DECAY LOOKS

Urban Decay is 30% off till November 20th with code FNFW1. This brand has been one of my favorites from a young age. I absolutely loved the unique names and colors, and of course the quality is great. As I've aged, I've shied away from sparkle (which a lot of UD eye shadows contain) so be sure to read the color descriptions if this is also something you're not into.

The Vamp: This look would work best for green or blue eyes. Black will really make light eye colors stand out and red lips are the perfect accessory. Red lips are hot these days and if you're afraid to try them during the day, this is a great night look. Green and red aren't just Christmas colors, they are also complementary and will really make your green eyes pop. Pair the dark red eyeshadow with some dark lips.. but I don't mean gothic black! Lightly tap some black lipstick onto your lips and blot off for a dark sultry look.

THE VAMP by stasiia on Polyvore.com

The Doe: These two looks would compliment just about any eye color. The brown eyeshadow would be too much with a darker lipstick, so go light with a peach. Reversely, a similar colored peach eye cream looks good paired with a brown lipstick or gloss.

THE DOE by stasiia on Polyvore.com

BEAUTY FRIDAY: URBAN DECAY E/S

URBAN DECAY EYESHADOW by stasiia on Polyvore.com

Get 30% off at Urban Decay.com till November 20th with code FNFW1. Above are some of my picks for different eye colors. For blue eyes: taupe, grays, silver.. fuchsia, turquoise, dark blue, and violet would also work. For green eyes: dark red, purples, browns and orange colors will make green pop. For brown eyes: apricot, copper, bronze, champagne and many other colors work.

DIY BEAUTY

Make your own natural and affordable red lip gloss.

Beet Lip Gloss via Pure2Spa

10 minutes; makes 1/2 ounce

What You Need:

(local and organic whenever possible)

1 beet (light-colored red beets yield a red shade; darker ones get you a merlot color)

3 drops olive oil

2 Tbsp powdered sugar

1 capsule of vitamin E oil

Repurposed lip gloss container or pillbox

Directions:

1. Remove beet from stem, wash, and chop into 1-inch pieces.

2. Place chopped beet in microwave-safe container and heat on high for 1 minute until it releases juice.

3. Pour beet juice and the rest of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix thoroughly (add sugar by the teaspoon until it reaches your desired thickness).

4. Empty the finished blend into a small jar, preferably a repurposed lip gloss container. Let the mixture sit for 2-3 hours to thicken, then apply as you like. It'll keep for 6-8 months.

BEAUTY FRIDAY: GO NATURAL

Natural Sephora by stasiia on Polyvore.com

If you're looking to introduce more natural products into your make-up routine, now might be a good time with Sephora's Friends & Family sale (FF2009 for 20% off your order).

Above are some good options. The Tarte palette features eyeshadow, blushes, bronzers, and lipsticks, a great value. They also have a good set of foundation products. Otherwise, any mineral powder such as Bare Minerals', is a great coverup. Now go natural!

BEAUTY FRIDAY: SEPHORA GIFT IDEAS

Sephora Gifts by stasiia on Polyvore.com

Be quick, Sephora's Friends & Family sale is ending November 2nd. Now is a great time to get some early holiday gifts with the 20% off. I've arranged a few ideas above.

#1) For the sister or friend who loves make-up
#2) For the younger sibling or cousin
#3) For the family friend, coworker or teacher
#4) For the mom or aunt