All Entries in the "Beauty" Category
Lacquer Freak: China Glaze Spring 2012 Collection ElectroPop
China Glaze has done it again, with spring just around the color they will be releasing their newest shades for the season with their newest ElectroPop Collection. I’m in love with every single color in the collection! ElectroPop Shades include: Kinetic Candy – Touch the sky in light blue crème Electric Beat – Periwinkle nails [...]
Bye-Bye Google Connect, Ways to Keep up with Swa-Rai…
Effective March 1, 2012 Google is getting rid of the Google Connect Widget for blogs not on blogger, since I’m on WordPress this includes me as well. Don’t worry there are other ways to keep up with Swa-Rai… If you use Google Friend Connect to subscribe to your favorite blogs: Take note that after March 1, [...]
My New York Fashion Week Survival Kit c/o Gilt Groupe
You guys already know the love I have for Gilt.com, they are truly one of my favorite places to buy designers items for a fraction of the cost. Since I’m here in New York for Fashion Week the good people over at Gilt sent over a NYFW Survival Kit, which is just what I needed. [...]
NYFW Event: Curls Unleashed Launch Party
Last night, I had the opportunity to attend the packed launch party for Curls Unleashed at The Carlton Hotel. Curls Unleashed is a hot new Natural Hair Care System created by the makers of Organic Root Stimulator for all my Natural Fashionistas. The event was packed from wall to wall with beautiful women looking to see the [...]
My First Package from MyGlam.com
Ok, I like to try new things too! So, your blogger has fallen victim to the new beauty craze, beauty subscription services… That’s right, I subscribed to MyGlam.com. For those of you who are new to subscription services, you basically pay a monthly fee and they will send you a new package every month! Each [...]
My Rockstar Look…
I guess you can say I’m a little bit country, a little bit Rock & Roll… hahaha! My style varies depending on the day! Some days I feel like being girly and other days somewhat edgy! Now, you will never see me go total “Avril Lavigne” rockstar , but here is my “Rockstar Look”, Raijean [...]
Hair Chronicles: The Trayce Madre Experience
What can I say, I’ve become addicted to my extensions!! I mean it’s not that I don’t have hair, it’s just much easier for me to wear extensions with the type of life I live. Before Christmas the infamous “Celebrity Extension Guru” Trayce Madre reached out to me regarding the Level 4 Matrix she created. I had [...]
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer is Amazing!!!!
Ok, I admit it, I love a lot of things but it has taken me 20 years to find the right moisturizer! Ok, not 20 but at least 10 years. A while ago I was sent Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer for review and I swear it’s amazing!! I’ve told you guys my dilemma a million times [...]
Lacquer Freak: All Chanel Everythang… Well Nail Polish that is…
How I’ve missed you guys!! Sorry for the lack of posts over the last few days but mama needed a computer break! But first things first… Happy New Year! I pray that 2012 is better to you than 2011. Now you know a New Year brings new polish! I change my polish like I change [...]
My New Years Manicure featuring Incoco x China Glaze
Now ya’ll know I had to bring the New Year in with new colors! Since my Christmas Manicure was a hit, I decided to do one for New Years! Check out my New Years manicure… I’m wearing Incoco Let It Snow and China Glaze Platinum Pieces… What colors will you be wearing?
Beauty Post: How I get Holiday Pretty…
I like to get pretty all year round but when the holidays come around I like to go all out as it relates to my beauty routine. Believe it or not, I didn’t do anything for Christmas other than rest and spend time with my family. It felt so good to not have to get [...]
My Christmas Manicure Featuring Milani Cosmetics x Incoco
Alright, I got a post coming up showing you guys how I get Holiday pretty! But for now check out my Christmas Manicure… This manicure contains some of my favorite things: the color red and sparkle… I achieved this look with Incoco nailpolish strips and Milani Polish “Red Sparkle”. I’ve never used Milani before, I [...]
Events: Glam Luxe 2nd Annual Holiday Party
Last week, I got a chance to stop by Glam Luxe Holiday Party to support Trayce Madre and Glam Luxe. Since I’m always running around, I arrived just in time for the show! The holiday party celebrate several milestones… Trayce Celebrity Extension Guru will now be doing extensions at Glam Luxe on Monday and Thursday. Glam Luxe [...]
Opinion Please: To Color My Hair or Not??
Alright guys, every once in a while I take to my readers to get your opinion! While at the Glam Luxe holiday party (more on that soon) this past weekend, I spotted two looks that I really liked. My close friends know I’ve always wanted to dye my hair red but just never did it, [...]
Chicago Bear Matt Forte & Victoria Secret Model Elsa stops by the VS Pink Store
Last week the duo stopped by the Victoria Secret Pink store to promote the VS holiday gift picks, the PINK NFL Collection and the new standalone store that recently opened on in the Water Tower Place on November 3, 2011. Perhaps what made the night even more special was the two posed for pictures with over a 100 [...]
In Honor of White Diamonds 20th Anniversary, I’m giving away a White Diamonds Gift Set & Watch
We have been giving away a lot of stuff here on Swa-Rai.com, well today is no different!! Many of you guys wear or grew up with your mother wearing White Diamonds by Elizabeth Taylor! Well, did you know White Diamonds just turned 20 years old? To celebrate, I’m giving away a watch and gift set, [...]
Pretty City Beauty Sample Sale Recap x American Laser Event
Remember a few weeks ago I invited you guys to the Pretty City Sample, I even gave away free tickets?? Last week, I had a million events to attend but I got a chance to stop by the event for a bit, check out my pics from the event below… The Beauty Bash was held [...]
Manicure Mondays: Strawberries and Champagne
Ok, not really Strawberries but it’s the best I can do… Mama is tired! But check out my Monday Manicure courtesy of Incoco, I’ve told you about this company a ton of times. In case you missed it check it out here, here and here. I love how these nailpolish strips give you the nailpolish [...]
Skindinavia No More Shine Makeup Setting Spray x Giveaway {closed}
And the winner is… I have combination skin, oily in some places dry in others! To combat that I often use MAC’s blog powder to reduce the shine but found that it doesn’t really combat the dryness. Recently, I was sent over Skindinavia No More Shine Makeup Setting Spray for review. The way it works is [...]
Wishlist Wednesdays: Gucci & Margiela
Andddd we’re back, with another Wishlist Wednesday! This is where I highlight the things on my wishlist. First up is Gucci… I absolutely adore this Gucci Cosmetic Case, every girl needs a Gucci cosmetic case… Ok, not need but should have! You can purchase this one here. And last but not least this Maison Martin [...]
Guest Post: How To Select The Right Foundation
Recently I was browsing through pictures of my Facebook friends and I noticed a beautiful face with the wrong color foundation. A gorgeous smile with an ashy gray mask of makeup and a bold line of demarcation. I wanted to scream WHY!!!!! I thought to myself, choosing the right shade can be a little tricky. [...]
Korres Quercetin & Oak Antiageing Eye Primer
I don’t wear a lot of makeup because I prefer a mostly natural makeup, however I’m not against the full makeup look especially if it’s done right. Recently, I was sent Korres new Quercetin & Oak Antiageing Eye Primer for review. The first thing I noticed when I opened the package was the consistency. The Korres [...]
New Makeup Alert: Daphne Guinness Collection for MAC Cosmetics
The day after Christmas MAC Cosmetics will release their newest collaboration in collaboration with Daphne Guiness. The collection is full of browns, purples and taupes… See pictures below! The collection goes on sale December 26th in stores and online… Do you like the collection? What are your thoughts??
Event: Makeup and Martinis Chicago Presents “Holiday Beauty Extravaganza”
Chicago Peeps….Join me for this event! Come and enjoy fabulous cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, raffle prizes, personal consultations from beauty professionals and view various beauty, fashion and lifestyle vendors! Complimentary swag bags for the first 50 people to purchase their tickets online at www.makeupandmartinischicago.com! Hosted by Radio/TV Personality Bionce’ Foxx and guest appearances by Oprah’s long-time makeup [...]
Incoco has released their Holiday Collection: All I Want For Christmas
You guys already know I’m obsessed with Incocco Nail Polish Strips, I’ve told you guys about them here , here and here. Well check out their recently released, All I Want For Christmas- Holiday Collection. How cute right?? They look even better on, sure to put you in the holiday mood!! You can purchase them here.
