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My Beginners Ulta Haul <3

I have a confession. Before two days ago I had never stepped into an Ulta store. But now I seen the light and have realized what a beautiful thing Ulta is. I didn't want to go absolutely insane so I only got a couple of things I really, really wanted, but I will definitely be back for more very soon.

The first place I headed was the clearance section, as I would in any store. There I found a couple of nail polishes that I got a really good deal on.

The first thing I got was this The New Black nail polish set. I really dig simple but unique manicures and I figured this would be a fun thing for me to have. If I recall it was originally $14.99 and I got it for $9.99 or so. I plan on using this very soon so I'll let you know how it comes out.

The last thing I got in the clearance section was this Orly nail polish in Luxe. It was originally $3.99 and I got it for $0.97. I needed some more staple colors so this will definitely be one of them.

Next I went straight for the lipstick, because lately that has been my obsession. 

First I picked up this balm stain from Revlon that I have been dying to try. This is in the color 001 Honey.

Here's swatch. I really love the texture and how it has a good pigmentation for a balm. I haven't tried this yet, but I will write a review as soon as I have.

Next I got two more NYX Extra Creamy Round lipsticks because these are my all time favorite at the moment. As, you can see I got the colors LALA LALA and POWER. Both of these are fabulous and super moisturizing so it's great for super chapped lips like mine. Plus, all the colors are to die for!

The top swatch is LALA LALA and the bottom is POWER. I have tried both of these and I am IN LOVE. I could wear these every day.

Now, here's the thing. I am a stinge, so I hate spending copious amounts of money (anything over $20) on a single item so higher end makeup is my dream but I have time convincing myself to pay for it. Thankfully at Ulta, though, I found my solution. I found a couple of sample pallets and a sample box of higher end products so I can try before I buy the full size, which inevitably I will.

The first pallet I got was the Stila Not So Nude pallet. For $20 it has 6 shadows,  a highlight, and a lip/cheek color. And super adorable packaging!

The shadows are Sugar, Fawn, Barefoot, Buff, Mink, and Dolce. The highlight is Kitten, and the lip/cheek color is Lily. I'll put together a look soon using these products.

The next pallet I got was the Lorac Pro mini pallet. It includes three shadows, Nude, Pewter, and Espresso. I actually was thinking of buying a Lorac full size pallet before I found this. I'm super happy I did!

The last thing I got was the Too Faced Beauty Blogger Darlings box. As you can see in the picture it includes a bronzer in Chocolate Soleil, and sample sizes of their Primed and Poreless primer, Better Than Sex mascara, and Shadow Insurance eye shadow primer. 

Bt possibly the most exciting part was this:

YAY! My goal is to become a Platinum Member as soon as I can! I had so much fun during my first trip to Ulta. Do you remember your first time? ;)

XO, M.

[prettynerdy-beauty]

Hello, pretties!

My name is Macy and over the past year I have discovered that I love makeup. It started with a desire to learn and with continued practice I'm constantly gaining new skills. Another passion in my life is nerdy things. I have been a "nerd" all my life. I was the classic mousy, quiet girl throughout middle and high school and a lot of that is still very much me. Kim, my lovely fiance, has also introduced many nerdy hobbies into my life that I thoroughly enjoy. That's just a little about me and my premise for this blog, so let's get to know you! I'm very excited about this adventure so please join me, because everyone is beautiful in their own way and aren't we all a little nerdy?

XO, M.