Bleached Brows No Bleach

Hello readers!!

If you're anything like me, you love a good bleached brow. There's just something about it that, when it's done well, looks so chic. I bleached my brows back in 2022, but hated how quickly they grew back, and sometimes I didn't want to look bald! So, I've been on the hunt for a brow gel that gives that chic look without the permanence. 

However, I came across a perfect solution today! The Pat McGrath Labs Invisibrow Gel. It goes on super easy, and the pigment is insane!! I naturally have pretty dark brows, so I was suprised that this actually worked for me! I chose the shade "Bleached Blonde", but the product also comes in 5 more colors, including "Amber Honey", "Pale Pink", and even a stark "White"!

And the best part is that it stayed on for hours, without a setting spray or powder. Below, I've included some pics; the first picture was taken about an hour after my application, around 3 p.m. The second picture was taken at 8:30 p.m., and it barely budged. I will say, I did have to clean up the gel around my brows; however, it was super easy to do with just a Q-tip and some micellar water! Loveee. It retails for $24, which is honestly less than what I thought it would be. LOL. 

Moral of the story: if you're looking for a temporary bleach brow, Pat McGrath Labs is the way to go!!

xoxo, 

rinny<3

Rush 50 Something Tour

Hello readers! 

I wanted to upload today, but I wasn't sure what to write about, so I figured I'd talk about an event from June: my dad and I went to the Rush concert in Dallas!

I've been listening to Rush my whole life. I might not have been a fan my whole life, but my dad made sure I grew up knowing their discography. I remember him playing "2112" on full volume, and it would make the whole house electric. That being said, when they announced their "50 Something" tour, tickets were purchased almost immediately. 

The band in their younger years. RIP Neil <3

When I first heard about this tour, like many other people, I questioned: Who's going to be on drums? Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are still here, but the great Neil Peart sadly passed in 2020. Who could possibly pull off those complex time signatures and his massive drum kit? The answer: Anika Nilles, one badass woman. Let me tell you, she did not disappoint! She was an absolute powerhouse, and it was so awesome seeing her up there, because I could tell she was having just as much fun as the crowd. 

During the second half of the show, I was standing in an open area watching the crowd and band. I had grown up listening to these songs, but seeing them live was a whole new experience. I've been to my fair share of concerts over the years, but Rush absolutely takes the cake for the best performance I have ever seen. The crowd was electric. Dickies Arena was full of people, of all generations, enjoying a band that's been out for, well, 50-something years. 

As a Gen Z myself, until that night I had never been to a real rock n' roll show. Going to college at Texas State University, I've witnessed my fair share of punk shows in the park (and I still cherish those garage band shows), but to see rock legends play like they did in the 70s, it was an indescribable feeling. Awe, shock, and excitement all in one. 

Picture from the concert!

If you're interested, I made a vlog of my trip to Dallas for the show and uploaded it to the "vlogs" page!!  I hope to make more YouTube videos to publish, but I have no idea what to film. Maybe a makeup tutorial? This month's favorites?  Let me know if you guys have any suggestions:) 

xoxo, 

rinny<3

Awards Season Is Hereee!

Hello readers!!

Fall is my favorite season. Not just because of Halloween or the chilly weather... but because it's AWARDS SEASON!!! I love everything about award shows: the glam, the fashion, the jokes, even the corny parts. Some people love this time of year because of football, but I love it because of awards. 

This year, "Hacks" and "The Pitt" have the most nominations, and they were my two favorite shows, so I'm especially excited. I hope to write a post about my thoughts on the winners and just the program in general, so stay tuned!! However, it's 7 p.m. my time, which means the show is starting!! I gotta go lock in. 

xoxo, 

rinny<3

Sharp Objects (2018)

Hello readers!

I recently watched "Sharp Objects" (2018) on HBO, and oh my god, I discovered a masterpiece. Based on Gillian Flynn's 2006 novel of the same name, the show follows journalist Camille Preaker (Amy Adams) as she returns to her hometown to investigate the murders of two young girls, while simultaneously facing demons from her past. 

I wasn't too sure what to expect when I started the show, but I loved every second. It constantly gave me an eerie feeling, but I couldn't pinpoint exactly why until the last episode. I don't want to get too much into the details of the plot, because it would spoil the whole thing (and I am NOT about that life, especially with this story). It's a show that you really just have to take in. 

As always, Amy Adams was an absolute powerhouse in this show. She's such an amazing actress; there were moments where I completely forgot she played the fun, bubbly Giselle in "Enchanted" (2007). Her performance in "Sharp Objects" was raw, unlike anything I've ever seen from her before. She really is that girl!!

Still, if you're looking for a good murder mystery to watch, this is a perfect show. I also really want roller skates now. Throughout the show, we see Amma Crellin (Eliza Scanlen), Camille's younger sister, ride around town on her skates. Cool mode of transportation. Amma is also a very interesting character, as she's very different outside their house versus inside. Her fashion sense is also killer.

I do want to warn you guys if you're going to watch: there are some pretty intense themes, such as self-harm, abuse, and violence, that might be triggering to some viewers. So, watch at your own risk! However, I greatly enjoyed this series, and it will go down in history as one of my favorites.

xoxo,

rinny<3

Epic Side Quest!

Hello readers! 

First, sorry I went M.I.A. for a little bit!! It's been a busy week! I wanted to tell you guys about something awesome: the analog photo booth. Being Gen Z, I'm used to digital booths, but I love the look of actual ink on film. Luckily for me, I don't live too far from Roommate Collective, a small business that has one of the only analog booths in Texas!! As soon as I heard about it, I texted one of my friends, and we started our quest!! Once we got there, there was a line (rightfully so). After a short wait, we hopped in and took some pics.

Before writing this, I wanted to research the booth and learn where it came from, but they surprisingly don't say anything about it on the website. So instead, I'll tell you how the booth works. Like a digital photo booth, we had four shots snapped, but instead of getting the film almost immediately, our pictures took three minutes to develop.

This is because the photo booth is essentially a mini darkroom! After the initial shots, mechanical arms then dip the pictures into different inks to get the look of the photo. The strip goes through all the normal elements of development: developer, a bleach bath, fixer, and toner.

 It was so cool; as soon as they came out, the ink was still wet, and we had to blow on them to dry. I was being soo careful not to smudge any ink off the picture. After a few minutes, they were perfectly dry:) The store also offers magnetic covers to put over your photo! So cute. 

Here's how mine turned out!! If you're ever in the Austin area, I highly recommend checking this spot out!

xoxo, 

rinny<3

ps.. the halloween theme is coming sooonn:)