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Eyes Lips Face makes fantastic affordable makeup brushes that will easily take you through every single makeup look you desire. A few years ago, on a strict student budget, I purchased the Complete Professional Brush Set, and it has taken me through present day. Inside, I will detail each brush that is a part of this kit, including photographs, and what each brush is used for. Also inside, Eyes Lips Face is giving away a Professional Brush Set to one of Beauty Gala’s lucky readers! read more…

I have always loved and been a fan of Eyes Lips Face Cosmetics since the first week they opened up shop over six years ago. To see a brand that you have been following since they were a “baby” expand into a national (and worldwide) phenomenon is incredible, and I feel a sense of pride for E.l.f. Since they started carrying their brand nationally at Target stores, I have seen varying displays from E.l.f. Some local Target stores have a small E.l.f section while others have a grandiose wall full of inexpensive, but quality E.l.f products. While strolling a different Target that I normally frequent, I came across this E.l.f BeautyBook, the “Smokey Eye Edition.” How fun is the packaging on this product? And, for only $5, you are not even coming close to breaking the bank. Want to see what this BeautyBook is about? read more…

Makeup brushes come in all different shapes, sizes, brands, and most importantly, prices. As a consumer, how do you pick apart what brushes are the basic staples of a makeup routine? Beauty Gala brings you a Beauty Encyclopedia article about what makeup brushes are basic staples in a makeup kit for your face and for your eyes. We keep in mind that every makeup lover has a different budget, so this article suggests both drugstore accessible and high end makeup brushes. To watch the video, and see a rundown of the brushes mentioned, as well as what brands of makeup brushes we love here at Beauty Gala, read more…

Nowadays, we all want the biggest bang for our buck, without sacrificing quality. Eyes Lips Face Cosmetics has been around for several years now, and they have expanded their brand greatly since I first started using them when they launched. Between their wide range of products, and their quality, you can achieve a smoldering, smokey look for under $20. This look is one of three looks in an E.l.f tutorial series Beauty Gala is hosting, using solely E.l.f products, from start to finish. Each look has something different for every makeup lover — this particular look is perfect for a night out on the town, a special date, an event or party, or even upcoming prom makeup. To watch a step by step tutorial on how to get this look, as well as a full product list, read more…

One of the most requested and popular looks among women is a natural but glamorous makeup look. A sexy look that doesn’t appear too heavy or dramatic, yet still plays up your features. This is a look that is perfect for a date, a night out on the town, or a special event. When I received the request for this look from Mandy Buchanan on Twitter, I automatically thought of the queen of the natural-glam makeup look: Angelina Jolie. To see a photograph of the inspired look, and a step by step photo tutorial of how to achieve this look, read more…