Well, my loves...the time as come for me to bid farewell. I'm taking a bit of a break from Clumps. No no no, it's not anything you've done, but sometimes I can get a wee bit overwhelmed. But from editing videos, to drafting posts, writing freelance pieces, taking photos, responding to emails and staying connected on Facebook and Twitter, I can honestly say that I enjoy it all. If it weren't for you all's support, Clumps wouldn't exist. Your love and encouragement has meant the world to me. Did I ever tell you that Clumps is my passion? Seriously. It combines ALL of my loves; beauty, writing, helping others, new media, photography, web design, video production, entrepreneurship and traveling. Funny how one minute I'm a 23-year old trying to find my way in life and the next thing I know, I'm starting a blog with a funny title that has turned into a business. Your passion may be right in front of you, fam. It was for me.

This hiatus won't be easy. I'm a bit "obsessed" with Clumps. But I'm looking forward to doing things I never have the time to do. Like read, work on the scrapbook for my goddaughter, go bike riding,  master some yoga stances, make phone calls (instead of text, HA!) and think of ways to make Clumps better. I'm learning that the best way to keep your passion a "passion" is to prevent it from becoming like work. To keep it enjoyable, sometimes you have to take a break.

I'll be checking my email thirty-two times once day. If you need me...I'm there!

Oh! And Ying is the winner from the Snubbr giveaway. Speaking of giveaways, I've got a TON coming up for when I return. Excited yet?

See ya when I see ya!

Welcome to another post of Amor de Lacquer....the series all about nail polish and nail care! Send me your requests, suggestions and ideas to Brittany@ClumpsOfMascara.com.

When it comes to glitter nail polishes, you either love 'em or hate 'em. Love them, I do. Removing them, I don't. But some are so nice that they are worth the trouble of removing.

Take Nubar's Sparkle collection for example.

This collection of glitters takes only requires 1-2 coats to achieve an opaque finish. Don't believe me? Watch this!

I have found such a staple product in NYX's Milk jumbo pencil. I mean...it's amazing, y'all! I used it in a FOTD Friday and since then I've been experimenting with it. It works beautifully under mattes and chromes. It's just...what is that Anita Baker song? "The Best Thing Yet"? Oh yeah, girl...it really is all that and then some.



Hit the jump to see what I'm talkin' about.

If I had to say which brand of mascaras I get the most requests for...it's Rimmel! Here's another kid to add to the family...

Happy Saturday, family!

As if weekends aren't awesome enough, Snubbr.com has decided to gift one U.S. resident with a Buxom Babes Lip Polish Duo.

Have you tried any of Buxom glosses? I received one as a sample and was crazy impressed!

But first, let me tell you what Snubbr. Let's say you're new to make-up and really want to know the best brand of eye shadow. Snubbr knows! Type in your question and hit submit to send it to experts who will get back to you with detailed answers.


After hitting Submit, you are taken to another page in which you can provide additional information about your question. They more specific you are, the better your response is.

But Snubbr isn't just for beauty. Nope! Painting your walls and want to know the best eco-friendly paint? Snubbr can tell you. Are you in the market for a new cell phone and want the best for your buck? Snubbr knows! Want to know why the chicken crossed the road.

Well...uh, Snubbr can't help you there. HA!  Now here's how to win that Buxom lip polish duo:

• Head here and tell me your favorite product of the 5 listed.
• Leave your comment in this post only. 
• If you do not have a Blogger profile, provide your email address. 
• Only U.S. residents are eligible. 
• Contest ends: Wednesday, March 17th at 11:59 p.m.
• Winner will be selected at random and announced on the blog.

Good luck and keep Snubbr bookmarked for your gift ideas!

My face is taking a break from its appearance on today's FOTD Friday. Y'all better not be cheering. HA! In its place is a fabulous giveaway and random news I wanted to announce to the Clumps family.

First up..




Click on the picture above for a chance to win a trip for 4 to Vegas! You know I've already entered, right? The cool thing is that a daily beauty basket will be awarded daily. For US residents only. Oh and take the Temptress Temperature Quiz! Mine temp was "Just Right" Apparently I'm the perfect balance between sex kitten and girl next door. LOL!

It's one of those things that, we SHOULD know. I mean...it makes sense. Dirty brushes on a clean face equals pimples galore, right?

Right.

Don't forget to clean your make-up brushes on a regular, ladies. This is a task that I have never really been good at, but I'm getting better. In between clean-ups, I like to use baby wipes or make-up wipes.