SISTER TAG

As i look back on life, I wish i had the opportunity to watch my baby sister grow up. Regardless i'm so proud of her and all she has accomplished. This is a video i would forever hold dear to me.
I'm yet to convince my other sister to come on youtube. Till then, enjoy this video. :)
Swift

New Trend ft Tuban Esp1

So I started this trend on my instagram page creating looks inspired by my tubans. This was the first look I created with this green tuban. I have to say i'm very impressed with the way it turned out. The smokey eyes was created using my sigma warm neutral palette mixed with my sephora collection eye shadow palette. So far I would say it has brought a lot of attention to my page, so you would be seeing a lot more of these styles. Comments on what you think would be appreciated. 

Check out my Instagram page @makeupbyswift

STYLE ME BABY//FT JORD WATCHES

So this is my final post, styling my JORD watch. The giveaway is finally over, yayyyy!!! I want to use this opportunity to thank everyone for participating. The winner has been chosen and contacted. 

Jumpsuit: Fashionova.

Stay Blessed!

TIMELESS MOMENT FEATURING JORD WATCHES

Today's blog post is a little different, keep reading to find out the surprise! One of my favourite things to do in the morning is have a cup of tea at my balcony and watch the view before heading to work. Thanks to Jord watches, now I can enjoy the view while keeping track of time.

         Yes, we're going to be talking about JORD wrist watch. A lot of you guys know I have never been a wrist watch kind of girl but I fell in love with this one. It is so unique and cool, I had to share with you guys. It isn’t your typical girly bling-bling wristwatch, it is unisex and so anybody can wear it. To reveal the surprise, I have a giveaway for my amazing subscribers and followers. I have partnered up with JORD watches to give back to you guys. JORD creates luxury, unique wooden watches. The wristwatch featured in this post is called fieldcrest dark sandalwood. 

          I love the simplicity of the watches on their website! You can engrave them so they make the perfect gift for that special somebody. Also, I don’t know if it’s just me but there's just something sexy about vintage style. 
        
  The rule of the giveaway is simple. All you have to do is click the link below to fill out the form with your information. For a chance to win a $100 e-gift code to use on the JORD site!
 https://www.woodwatches.com/g/makeupbyswift

The best thing about this contest is that everyone gets something, even if you don't win you still get a $25 consolation e-gift code after the contest is over. 

So don’t hesitate to enter this amazing giveaway, tell your friends to tell a friend to participate!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram @makeupbyswift and also follow JORD @jordwatches

Contest Ends August 20^th at 11:59pm. 

GOODLUCK!!!

My Favourite Red Liquid Lipsticks

As we all know Red is a statement colour, that gives most people the "wow" look. I think i lost track of how gorgeous red looks on me until recently. I have fallen back in love with my old lovers (cliche)

Stila Liquid lipstick in Beso
        If you haven't tried out the stila liquid lipsticks, you're definitely missing out. If you're looking for a highly pigmented lipstick with long lasting coverage then this is going to be your best friend. It is a creamy full coverage lip color that can stay up to 6 hours, it feels light weight on the lips and it is non-transferrable once dry. Most people don't know this but it contains vitamin E and avocado oil for hydration and conditioning. Most times when you apply liquid lipsticks, they dry and leave the lips all cracked up and dehydrated, those ingredients help to prevent it.


Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick in American Doll
        The ABH liquid lipsticks are also very pigmented. It can last for up to 6 hours or more and dries completely matte. They have a variety of shades to pick from even in the red categories. Would look stunning on different tones. A lot of makeup lovers are already familiar with the Anastasia Beverly Hills Cosmetics. I have to say their liquid lipstick is one of my favourite products from their brand. If you haven't tried any products from this line, I recommend you do. You would thank me later.


Too Faced Melted Liquid Lipstick in Velvet 
        This is a completely different texture from the other two, it has a tip applicator. which you can apply directly to the lips. It is also very pigment with a glossy shine to it. The formula is creamy, rich and hydrating. The staying power can last up to 4hrs or more. This was actually my first lip color from too faced brand.

        If you would like to read more blogs about my favourite brands or products. Please comment below
Thanks for reading, till next blog
Swift.

Three things you never knew could clean your makeup Brushes.

Apart from the traditional makeup brush cleanser and shampoo that you can purchase from any makeup store. Here are three products that you could substitute for a makeup brush cleanser or shampoo. 

1. Using a Dish Soap: whattttttt??? yes i said it. Liquid dish soap like dawn is amazing for washing your makeup brushes. It helps in breaking down the makeup that can be hard to get off. It is also really good for those greasy stains or products that can be stubborn to get off your brushes. Another advantage to using the dish soap is that glitters are easy to wash off.  Remember to spray with alcohol after wash. 

2. Baby Shampoo: I didn't believe this until I tried it. It is important to deep wash your brushes once a week, if it is just for your own use. While for makeup artist like myself, I deep wash after every use. A lil trick that I learnt is to add a few drops of tea tree oil to the shampoo, this would provide antiseptic benefits to your makeup brushes. (i.e prevent bacteria) another benefit is that your brushes would smell really good after wash.

3. Bar Soap / Organic Bar Soap: This is the easiest to use and find, just wet your brush and rub gently against the bar soap and all the makeup products would gently rub off. Rinse once the brush is clean and leave to air dry. This method is price efficient and is a great substitute for your solid brush cleansers like the beauty blender solid soap.
        I hope these tips were really helpful, don't forget to check out my blog every week for more post. Let me know in the comment section if this post was helpful and what you would like to see on my blog.
Thanks
Swift

Spring is Here + Short Hair

The new season brings forth a new hair change. This is just a transition look before I decide on my next hair style. My makeup look today was inspired by spring, I decided to go with coral tones. My contacts are from my collaboration with @bkwbeauti on IG 

PRODUCT DETAILS

EYEBROWS

Benefit Ka Brow in 5

EYES 

Modern Renaissance Palette and Natasha Denona Eye shadow in #10  and Sephora Collection Waterproof Liquid Liner in black

FOUNDATION 

Kat Von D in 71 mixed with Nars Matte Velvet Skin Tint in Polynesia

CONCEALER 

Cover FX Click Stick in N60 

SETTING POWDER

Laura Mercier Transcluent Powder and Ben Nye Banana Powder  

HIGHLIGHTER 

The Facial Bar Mineral Loose Powder in Rose  

CONTOUR 

Clinique Chubby in the Nude Foundation Stick in 28 Curviest Clove

FACE POWDER AND CONTOUR POWDER

Mac Mineralize Skin Finish in Dark Deepest and Bare minerals Bare Pro in Cocoa 30

LIPS 

   Kat Von D liquid Lipstick in lolita ll  and Mac lip Liner in Cork

Thanks
Swift