Makeup, Medicine, & Musings

Self-taught beauty/makeup addict. Cancer survivor, invisible illness sufferer. Making the world more colorful, one lipstick at a time. Product reviews/recommendations. Tutorials. Thoughts and other fun stuff I hope you find interesting. From the perspective of a "spoonie"-someone who doesn't look sick.

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🍓Supplement Sunday!🍓 .......... Beauty starts from the inside, which includes taking supplements. Especially if you live in a place that gets little sunshine, Vitamin D is going to be your best friend. It can help with seasonal depression and increase your energy. Biotin is good for hair and nails. I found this company @flamingosupplements on Instagram and realized they sell some amazing and affordable supplements on Amazon. Who says you can’t take gummy vitamins as an adult? I was all about the gluten free, natural vibe so I ordered some. They were not joking when they said their gummies tasted better than any others. I could legit eat an entire bottle. More importantly, I saw nail growth, healthier hair, and the vitamin D worked fast. **Scroll for my nail growth within two weeks!** ............ I figured I would give you babes a heads up on a good product and awesome customer service. They reached out to make sure I was satisfied with my order and it arrived in two days with Amazon prime. ************* What supplements do you swear by? I also take vitamin B complex and magnesium. And the past few months I’ve been taking CBD, which I’ll talk about more soon. It’s cool to practice self care and support small business at the same time. 💜 ................. #sickandpretty #selfcare #selfcaresunday #innerbeauty #naturalbeauty #takeyourvitamins #beautybloggers #beautyblog #makeuplover #makeuplife #spoonie #spoonielife #spoonielove #butyoudontlooksick #invisibleillness #invisibleillnesswarrior (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtJdaL2nfYV/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1gnrnbnv3wn55

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🎆Happy belated New Year!!! Just wanted to say how much I adore and appreciate all of you babes! My 2019 started out with the actual flu, which apparently was an epidemic where I live. Prior to that I took a little mental health break during the holidays, so I hope that you all can bear with me as I begin to revamp my account and produce lots of amazing content for you guys. To everyone that is still here with me, I appreciate you and I can’t wait for you to see what I have in store for you guys this year. Not only are we going to celebrate our love for makeup but also focus on self-care and self-love and being the badasses that we were born to be. There’s no flu or any illness that can keep me away from you guys for too long. . 💜I hope that 2019 is already your best year ever! Please tell me your resolutions or your goals for this year in the comments! We’re only a few weeks in but I do hope that you’re realizing some of your dreams, doing things that make you happy, spending time with friends and family, and wearing all the bold lipstick! All the time I spent in bed and on the couch I was able to do some work and I’m so excited for the year to come. Big things are happening in my life and I hope that everyone is ready to vibe higher this year. 2019...I’ve been waiting for you my whole life! 💜 so what is my first review/tip of the year? Get your flu shots lovelies! I used think that it was no big deal but damn was I wrong. So even if you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, protect yourself and go out and get it! No reason to be sick for 2 to 3 weeks when you can prevent it with a tiny vaccine. Now that I am feeling 100% better, I can’t wait to show you all the make up I’ve been collecting and all the fun things going on behind the scenes. This is our year. Whether you’re like me and have invisible illness or you just want to level up, I’m with you. Can’t wait to see what this year has in store for all of us! . . . #sickandpretty #newyearsresolution #vibehigher #makeupaddict #beautybloggers #makeupobsessed #selfcare #spoonie #spoonielife #makeupreview #bblogger #butyoudontlooksick #invisibleillness #makeuplover (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtC9x2xnRwV/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=50efxa8a7psa

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🌟ABH x Amrezy Highlighter 🌟 This one might be my favorite highlighters of EVER! It’s back in stock for a limited time. This just needs to be permanent. I swear I don’t own anything like it-formula or color. _ When I first saw it, I didn’t think it was for me. I have pale skin that has a pink undertone. Anything leaning more gold usually looks bad on me, personally. There are a few gold-ish highlighters I can wear (maybe a separate post?) but at first glance this didn’t look like one of them. Daaaaammmm was I deadass wrong. In fact I got this by accident and decided to keep it. It sat for two months in my drawer until one day I saw someone use it who was around my skin tone. After that, it was a wrap! 👏👏👏👏 The shade can work on almost everyone, it’s that versatile. It can pull more gold or more champagne depending on your undertone. You can even see from the photos that it shifts tones. My swatches aren’t the best, it’s a shade you just have to see on. _ This is a new formula for @anastasiabeverlyhills and I’m here for it. Baked geleè powders are smooth and they blend like butter. This is a banger. I like to use a precise brush that’s a little dense. It picks up the formula better and allows you to get precise with your placement. Sorry I didn’t include those in the pics. If you’re on the fence, go for it. It’s so unique and I can’t get enough. I’ve used this a ton and haven’t made a dent. If you have this, please let me know what you think about it!! Do you like the formula/shade? Are you planning on picking it up? . . . . . #sickandpretty #abh #anastasiabeverlyhills #abhhighlight #abhxamrezy #amrezyhighlighter #goldhighlighter #highlightercollection #makeupcollection #makeuplover #swatches #makeupswatch #makeupreview #showthatglow #makeuplife #beautybloggers #makeupblogger #makeupnerd #makeupobsession #holidaymakeup #holidayglam #bblogger #chronicallyfabulous #spoonie #beautycommunity #flatlaymakeup #makeupinspiration (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqqe_mgnMt-/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1onvf62a3dlqx

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🎁 Check out my stories for special holiday sales and new releases! I’ll try to update everyday so you babes don’t miss out on any of the goodies! Whether you’re shopping for yourself or another makeup lover, this time of year is always the best time to snag whatever you’ve had your eye on. Maaaaad deals going on, extra gifts, and lots of new products coming out right now. It’s a make up lover’s dream shopping time LOL! Hopefully I can keep up and update every day! . . . . #sickandpretty #makeup #makeupcollection #makeupaddict #makeuplover #instamakeup #makeupcollector #makeupideas #beautybloggers #bblogger #beautytips #makeupsale #holidaymakeup #makeupreview #makeuplife #beautyaddict #makeupobsessed #makeupoftheday #makeuplife #affordablemakeup #chronicallyfabulous (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqorlnknaxU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=dt7amiexeyje

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🌟Restock Alert!!!!🌟 _ Set your alarms because this is the prettiest highlighter in my collection!!!! @anastasiabeverlyhills killed it with this formula. And don’t worry, it works for all skin tones...even transparent like me. I was nervous at first to get it because I thought it looked entirely too gold for my pale skin. But it is stunning! Swatches to come in my next photo. They are also doing a huge sale on other items. I can do some reviews or swatches of the items I own if requested. _ 👉 Since it’s a baked geleè formula, I do have a particular way I like to apply it. See next post for details. I wish ABH would release more like it. Agghhhhh it’s the type of highlighter that snatches your ex’s wig, makes your coffee just sweet enough, and tells you when you have toilet paper on your shoe. Ladies and gents, you need this beauty in your life! . . . . #sickandpretty #abh #abhamrezy #abhhighlighter #glowup #cybermondaymakeup #restockalert #anastasiabeverlyhills #highlightercollection #highlighterswatches #thatglowtho #limitededitionmakeup #makeupcollection #makeuplover #makeupcollection #makeupcollector #highlightercollection #chronicallyfabulous #makeuplife #makeupsale #abhxamrezy (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqoicjEnqDA/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1bv2nvnlwg9pf

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🦃 Happy Turkey Day!!!!🦃 If I listed everything I was thankful for this year, I’d be writing my autobiography. Life is so far from perfect...but it is all amazing. Every. Single. Second. My family, my friends, my health. Fall might be the stereotypical “basic” season, but there’s a reason why it’s so special. There’s a magic that surrounds us, as everything sheds its old skin and prepares for the harsh, cold winter. Nature shows us all the beauty in getting older and evolving. The vibrancy in letting go of the past. The necessity of feeling the cold set in so we can be prepared for warmth. For the first time in many years I can say Fall is exactly as it should be. Stunning and scary, exciting and exhilarating. I’m so ready for the next season and the next and the next. ...................... With all my heart, I hope you are thankful for many things and know that there’s someone thankful for you. I know I am. I hope your hearts and bellies are full. Thank you for supporting me and this little community we have. Thank you for being kind to each other and for being you. There’s lots more coming on all my social media channels and I’m thankful for the opportunity to connect with so many of you babes! . . . . #sickandpretty #thanksgiving #thankful #fall #ilovefall #thankfulforyou #chronicallyfabulous #butyoudontlooksick #spoonie #spoonielife #spooniesupport #spooniewarrior #makeuplove #invisibleillness #potd #naturephotography #fallleaves #naturallybeautiful #thyroidcancer #thyroidproblems #autoimmunedisease #invisibleillnessawareness #mentalhealth #selfcare #selflove #natureisart #beautybloggers #bblog #makeupobsessed #instaphoto (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqhCfFTHDDP/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=lzz55lg2xuwl

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🦋The “sick” part of Sick&Pretty🦋 Last night I did something that I rarely do. I touched my neck and chest, where my scar is. Where I found the lumps that made me more afraid than ever. To be honest, avoiding that part of my body didn’t start with the surgery or having “the good cancer.” But years prior. I always saw it as a source of being vulnerable and feeling swollen nodes that would come and go. Reminding me I wasn’t like most people. Then the thyroidectomy happened. And I treated that area like it was toxic, barely putting sunscreen or skincare there. Just looking at it made me feel weaker. _ I’m not ashamed of the scar or my body. I’m proud of it. But the act of touching it makes it very real. I realize I had it good compared to what some people go through. Even my incision site looks great because I had an amazing doctor.So this isn’t a pity post. It’s a “just f’ing face those fears and it’s ok to be vulnerable or weak sometimes” post. A “celebrate small victories” post. It’s also a “bring your skincare, especially your sunscreen, down on your neck and chest because it shows aging” post lol! 🌞 _ I look at the scar everyday and I see a reminder of how strong I am. And how beautiful we all are, particularly because of our battle wounds. It means we are still winning. And fighting. And loving ourselves and others. _ This post probably belongs on a blog (wink, wink😉) and I promise it will be soon. If you are going through thyroid cancer or something like it, and want to ask me questions. Please do. I’ll try my best to help. . ________ QUICK REVIEW: I love @belifusa The True Cream Moisture Bomb! It’s getting cooooold on the East Coast and this is saving my poor skin. Been a fav for years now. Also, bring your skincare all the way down to your chest. Including sunscreen ladies and gentlemen!!! 👏👏👏👏 ____________ . . #sickandpretty #thyroidcancer #thyroidproblems #thyroidectomy #thyroidcancersurvivor #thyroiddisease #thyroidwarrior #thyroidhealth #thyroidsurgery #thyroidsupport #invisibleillness #invisibleillnessawareness #chronicillness #chronicallyfabulous #scarsarebeautiful #skincare #skincareroutine #selfcare #beautytips #butyoudontlooksick (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqZy48kHoDq/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1qqsf3p1warrq

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🔥Spotted at @target 🔥 Super fresh @realtechniques brushes! Love that the keep the brush game affordable and innovative 🙌 Plus they have a TON of holiday sets. I still use the RT sponge almost everyday. Have you picked these up? What choooo think about the shape? ___________ #sickandpretty #realtechniques #brushcollection #makeup #drugstoremakeup #drugstorecosmetics #spottedattarget #makeuplife #makeupcollection #holidaymakeup #holidaycollection #beautybloggers #bblog #beautyblog #newmakeup #makeupobsession #makeuplover #beautyblog #realtechniquesbrush (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqTPuHUHyJ_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=yocu7job4d1v

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🖤Boxycharm October 18’🖤 ____ Alter Ego themed....what’s your alter ego? I’m a Gemini so I have a natural duality and I love dreaming up characters that are exaggerations of the real me. This is one of my favorite Boxycharms ever!! (Tho I say that every month 😂) Included are four of some of my favorite products/brands, and one I found an interesting use for. More on that later... ____ 1. @katvondbeauty Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in Lovesick - the perfect cool toned pink in a longwear formula. Yes. 2. @purcosmetics Masquerade Palette- it’s really a stunner but I think I’m going to gift to a friend. The highlighter is the best part, all the cheek products have a sheen, and eyeshadows are highly metallic. No swatches because it’s going to be a gift. 3. @itcosmetics Superhero Mascara - lives up to its name. One of my favorite mascaras evvvveeerrrr. 4. @farmacybeauty Green Clean makeup meltaway cleansing balm - sooooo good. Been wanting to try this after hearing many great things about it. It’s not greasy or oily, it makes your skin feel like silk. Perfect for the harsh winter and removing all that fancy makeup. And the color is totally gorgeous. 5. @dermovia Lace A Peel face mask - a sexy face mask? Kinda. Looks cute but pulling the mask off is the opposite. Does it clean pores? Yes. Does it work a little Too good? Yes. So I actually found a way to use the lace toppers in a different way. I’ll make a separate post showing a different way to use this product. Although I will say it’s a smart idea using cloth to help peel off masks. ___________________ @boxycharm #boxycharm #charmers #boxycharmoctober2018 #sickandpretty #katvondbeauty #katvondlovesick #farmacy #pur #itcosmetics #itcosmeticssuperheromascara #skincare #facemask #subscriptionbox #subscriptionaddiction #subscriptionboxreview #makeuplover #makeupreview #liquidlipstick #eyeshadow #eyeshadowpalette #beautyreview #beautyreviews #beautyblog #beautyblogging #makeupnerd #darkmakeup #beautybox #makeuplife #makeupcollection #makeupcommunity (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqM9_bzHyTe/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1vr3nkhhb6tfa

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💎For my babies...👑 _ Thanks to my bestie @katizmenkowskitattoos for banging out these two cuties in short notice. Simple, yet so special. @artisanpittsburgh Check her out, she’s legit amazing. _ #sickandpretty #newtattoo #girlswithtattoos #tattoos #ruby #tattooideas #tinytattoo #pittsburghtattoo #pittsburghtattooer #artisiantattoo #pittsburgh #pittsburghartist #mama #tattooedgirls (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqJpIZpn8wz/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=xhv68i17ek9l

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🌪Makeup Mess....for real lol!🌪 Can you find at least 3 things that are staples in your makeup routine? I took this after doing Halloween makeup. I wasn’t kidding when I said I was rushing to get myself together! Until then, I have been keeping up with keeping my area clean and organized (at least somewhat!). I’m so curious to hear if you see anything you love or are curious about! I’m happy to swatch palettes or do dedicated posts to any of these products. . Everything pictured I would recommend. Can you tell I’m a makeup brush addict? 🙈 . . . . . #sickandpretty #makeupmess #makeupaddict #makeuplover #makeupvanity #makeupbrushes #eyeshadowpalette #boldmakeup #makeuplooks #makeupcollection #boxycharm #morphebrushes #bhcosmetics #violetvoss #hudabeauty #hudabeautyobsessions #colourpop #makeuplife #makeupideas #beautyblog #bblogger #flatlay #makeupnerd #newmakeup #hoodedeyesmakeup #hoodedeyes #aspiringmua (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp-kryVn2u5/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=osag308sx64n

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🚨 NEW BRAND ALERT! 🚨 Check out @maviecosmetics This brand will make you look and FEEL flawless! Their blushes have these super cute motivational sayings and their palettes are inspired by our inner wanderlust. The colors are stunning. I’m so curious to check out the products one day for myself. Seriously go give them a follow because it’s important to support brands that focus on both outer and inner beauty. Plus I’ve been seeing some looks from the products...effortless and pretty. And affordable! Everyone needs a boost of self love and encouragement to embrace what makes us diverse. 💜 . . . . #sickandpretty #maviecosmetics #indiebrands #newbrand #makeup #makeuplover #makeupideas #makeupinspo #instamakeup #makeupinspiration #makeupcollection #makeupcollector #eyeshadowpalette #eyeshadowcollection #flatlayfriday #spoonie #spoonielife #spoonielove #chronicillness #butyoudontlooksick #chronicallyfabulous #fibrowarrior #chronicillnesswarrior #makeupoftheday #innerbeauty #loveyourself #fallmakeup #beginnermakeup #newmakeup #makeupnerd (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp9YfLOnZQu/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=17amg89pek4b0

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🚨 NEW BRAND ALERT! 🚨 Check out @maviecosmetics This brand will make you look and FEEL flawless! Their blushes have these super cute motivational sayings and their palettes are inspired by our inner wanderlust. The colors are stunning. I’m so curious to check out the products one day for myself. Seriously go give them a follow because it’s important to support brands that focus on both outer and inner beauty. Plus I’ve been seeing some looks from the products...effortless and pretty. And affordable! Everyone needs a boost of self love and encouragement to embrace what makes us diverse. 💜 I just think it’s so cool to see a new brand come out with super positive collections. . . . . #sickandpretty #maviecosmetics #indiebrands #newbrand #makeup #makeuplover #makeupideas #makeupinspo #instamakeup #makeupinspiration #makeupcollection #makeupcollector #eyeshadowpalette #eyeshadowcollection #flatlayfriday #spoonie #spoonielife #spoonielove #chronicillness #butyoudontlooksick #chronicallyfabulous #fibrowarrior #chronicillnesswarrior #makeupoftheday #innerbeauty #loveyourself #fallmakeup #beginnermakeup #aspiringmua #newmakeup #makeupnerd (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp9YKIsn4BC/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1gz4wu51zdpf4

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The 1930’s were cool for fashion and all, but not for women’s rights. Let’s keep the nostalgia to an Instagram filter...vote to keep America moving forward. For LGBTQ, immigrants, women, children, families. Thank you to everyone on the front lines working for our future. And shout out to the parents who are teaching their kids to be loving, accepting, kind, and hardworking. They are going to save the fucking world. And I can’t wait to see the people they grow up to be. 🇺🇸 . . #sickandpretty #vote #votingmatters #voteforourlives #midterms2018 #womensrights #transrights #equality #lovetrumpshate #lovewins #pittsburghstrong #pittsburgh #yourvoicematters #americaisalreadygreat #loveyourcountry #civicduty #healthcareforall #healthcare #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #invisibleillness #chronicillness #spoonie #spoonielife #spooniewarrior #butyoudontlooksick #obamacaresavedmylife (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp3AlztH1-e/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=47kha8b5fig6

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❓Polling the audience! Need your recommendations on how to spend my Sephora gift card. Want to try something new other than an eyeshadow palette, although I love hearing recommendations for any good makeup! Looking for makeup a foundation, concealer, setting powder, primer, skincare set (since it’s the holidays). Here are my ideas...I’ll show you mine if you show me yours. 😉 . ▪️Milk Blur Liquid ▪️Hourglass Veil powder ▪️Too Faced BTW sculpting concealer ▪️Drunk Elephant set ▪️Fenty Stunna lip paint in new shade ▪️Cover FX Power Play foundation/concealer ▪️Bite Amuse Bouche minis ▪️everything on the website, ever . . . . . . #sickandpretty #sephora #sephorahaul #makeuprecommended #makeuplife #makeupaddict #makeupcollection #newmakeup #makeupideas #makeuplover #makeupobsessed #holidaymakeup #foundation #foundationroutine #skincare #skincareroutine #holygrailmakeup #makeupnerd #makeuptime #makeuplovers #beautycommunity #sephorafavorites #sephoravibsale #instamakeup #beautyblog #bblogger #makeupreview (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpzTyZznAED/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ct7gzyjf8xi7

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👻One more because I can’t let Halloween die lol!👻 ..................... 🔮See previous posts for more info. I’m going to do a separate post showing all of the make up I used for this look, because I got to try some new products that I just fell in love with. So please stay tuned for that! . . . . #sickandpretty #halloweenmakeup #halloweencostume #mermaidmakeup #seasiren #darkmermaid #makeupideas #makeuplook #makeuplover #makeupideas #glittermakeup #colorfulmakeup #motd #instamakeup #purpleeyeshadow #makeupoftheday #makeupaddict #makeupinspiration #brighteyeshadow #rainboweyeshadow #beautybloggers #bblogger #hoodedeyes #hoodedeyesmakeup #longhair #eyeshadowlooks #colorfuleyeshadow #eyeshadowtutorial #hoodedeyes (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpxfAfXnH6q/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=fdbp1s3fdsly

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🧜🏻‍♀️Halloweener Makeup Close-ups!🧜🏻‍♀️ 👉Swipe for more.👉 ........................ 🔮See prevents posts for more info. I’m not the *best* at taking close ups, but these do the job. For all my hooded eyed babes, it’s hard to get your makeup to show when your eyes are open!! I’ve worked for years trying to get my lid space to be visible. Using concealer to do a cut crease and going slightly above your natural crease is the best way I’ve found to make your eyes less hooded. And yes, just like everyone else, my eyes are slightly more hundred on one side. You can probably tell by the close-ups what the differences. But that’s OK, you’re technique can fix the differences or you just embrace it like I do. Because we’re all beautiful and unique snowflakes lol! I’m going to do a separate post showing all of the make up I used for this look, because I got to try some new products that I just fell in love with. So please stay tuned for that! . . . . #sickandpretty #halloweenmakeup #halloweencostume #mermaidmakeup #seasiren #darkmermaid #makeupideas #makeuplook #makeuplover #makeupideas #glittermakeup #colorfulmakeup #motd #instamakeup #purpleeyeshadow #makeupoftheday #makeupaddict #makeupinspiration #brighteyeshadow #rainboweyeshadow #beautybloggers #bblogger #hoodedeyes #hoodedeyesmakeup #longhair #eyeshadowlooks #colorfuleyeshadow #eyeshadowtutorial #hoodedeyes (at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bpxd7iTn_Mx/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1vs57ok2cerzj