A few weekends ago my sister and I hit up The Makeup Show on its first-ever visit to San Francisco. You may have already caught a glimpse of my experience in my August vlog. There were over 50 brands in attendance, including NARS, Make Up For Ever, MAC, Kryolan, and Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, so the selection included something for everyone. Unlike other markets, the SF event was open to both industry and consumers so we really lucked out. The discounts were amazing and I picked up so much stuff! New season, new makeup, am I right?
Check out my haul and some photos from the event below.
Makeup
- Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Foundation in R250 (c/o)
- Besamé Black Cake Mascara (c/o)
- Stillazzi Eyeshadow (c/o)
- Senna Cosmetics Light Tricks (c/o)
- Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade in Soft Brown
- NARS Audacious Mascara (c/o)
- Graftobian Lipstick in Fashionista (c/o)
- Graftobian Liner in Natural (c/o)
- Gleam by Melanie Mills Body Radiance in Light Gold (c/o)
- Glo Girl Lipstick in Drama Free (c/o)
- Viseart Neutral Matte Eyeshadow Palette
Skin Care
Tools & Accessories
- Zuca Large Utility Pouch (c/o)
- London Brush Company #13 Brush
- Cozzette S185, S175, S123 Brushes
- Bdellium Tools Mascara Fan Brush (c/o)
- Ardell Dual Lash Applicator
- Duo Brush-On Adhesive With Vitamins
- Lashes from Frends Beauty
- Color Me Automatic Foundation Applicator Universal Starter Kit (c/o)
- Esum Pro Finishing Sponges (c/o)
Hair Care
While I don’t have many photos from the event, definitely watch my vlog to get a feel for the madness. These events are fantastic for stocking up on favorites, buying gifts for friends, and scoring hard-to-find makeup brushes. I already can’t wait until the event comes back to SF. Definitely check out The Makeup Show and see if it’s coming to an area near you!
I wish I’d seen this shop. Makeup is my weakness and I am a sucker for new brands. I love Makeup forever, it’s one of my favorite brands for eye pencils. But am always looking for something new. Thanks for sharing!
Press for Champaign! That so works for me!
I love trade shows that are open to consumers. I think it’s nice to get to go in and shop for us, and it gives reps a chance to talk one-on-one with a lot of consumers at once. I’m always looking for new eyeliner and mascara, my two must-haves when I skip all other makeup. Being able to talk to a rep would save me a lot of money and time by avoiding the waterproof mascaras that look great at first but start flaking in a few hours.
Robin
robinfollette.com
So cool! I am so sad I missed this because I wanted to re-stock on my staples and also get some makeup inspiration. Love the video – looks like you had quite the haul!
I love that palette…its all of my fav colors rolled into one. You’re going to create some amazing smokey eyes with that!
Oh my goodness – what a fabulous event! I would have gone wild buying this and that for myself and other items for birthday and Christmas gifts. I love the great stash of beauty products you walked away with that day. You are so darn lucky! 🙂
Oh my gosh I would die!!! This looks like so much fun, and I can’t wait to one day attend a Makeup Show for myself. You should definitely do a post about the foundation sponge machine.
Allie
http://www.thebackallieway.com
Oh my goodness I never knew they had a trade show for makeup before….where have I been. I would love to go to this some time! I loved your video…your so lucky!!!
This sounds like such a fun event and it seems like you had a great time! http://www.littlemissfangirly.com
You are so lucky! I love the look of the Fashionista lipstick it is beautiful!
http://www.fadedspring.co.uk
Wow! That sounds amazing!
That looks so much fun! Especially with so much choice! I’m glad you had a good time 🙂
OMG, that sounds like such an amazing event!! I’ve never heard of it, but I’ll def have to bookmark it for next year. I’m a fan of some of the products in your haul, and have been especially intrigued by the Embryolisse Lait-Creme Concentre. What do you think of it? It’s currently sitting in a ‘shopping cart’, just waiting for me to make the click. 😉
xo,
lauriel of EyeForElegance.com
I am swooning over the different eyeshadow–I have got some serious retail envy! I bet the makeup show was amazing!
Ooh, this sounds like an awesome event. Hope, I can go next year. I found your blog via the blog engagement group on facebook and I’ll definitely stick around. You have such a beautiful blog!
x, Juliet
Love the make-up show! Isn’t James Vincent AMAZING!