Friday, May 23, 2014
SEPHORA HAUL! (VIB SALE)
What it is:
An ultrasmooth baked face powder that provides natural color with soft matte radiance.
What it does:
Wake up the skin, and provide natural color with a radiant, healthy glow for a flawless, no-makeup look. Sheer, buildable coverage lets you customize your glow, while the modern, multidimensional matte finish imparts a hint of soft luminosity. The bronze shades provide a neutral warmth in varying intensities. The ultralightweight formula feels weightless on skin and applies smoothly and blends effortlessly. The smooth, silky, velvety texture feels comfortable, while the long-wearing formula lasts up to eight hours and stays color-true without oxidizing for an even wear. Each tile is hand-mixed with a unique design.
An ultrasmooth baked face powder that provides natural color with soft matte radiance.
What it does:
Wake up the skin, and provide natural color with a radiant, healthy glow for a flawless, no-makeup look. Sheer, buildable coverage lets you customize your glow, while the modern, multidimensional matte finish imparts a hint of soft luminosity. The bronze shades provide a neutral warmth in varying intensities. The ultralightweight formula feels weightless on skin and applies smoothly and blends effortlessly. The smooth, silky, velvety texture feels comfortable, while the long-wearing formula lasts up to eight hours and stays color-true without oxidizing for an even wear. Each tile is hand-mixed with a unique design.
How to Use:
-Using the Angled Cheek Colour brush, lightly tap onto domed highlighter covering all edges of brush.
-Tap off excess product.
-Using the tapered head of the brush, apply over the high points of the face: cheekbones, center of nose, Cupid’s bow, and top of forehead.
WHAT I THINK:
I fell in love with the color! It's gives such a natural finish to the skin. I put this product on right above where I contour my face. If your skin tends to get oily, i would suggest only to use a little of it or it might give you an even more shinier look. If you love high lighting your face, this a great product to try out!
-Tap off excess product.
-Using the tapered head of the brush, apply over the high points of the face: cheekbones, center of nose, Cupid’s bow, and top of forehead.
WHAT I THINK:
I fell in love with the color! It's gives such a natural finish to the skin. I put this product on right above where I contour my face. If your skin tends to get oily, i would suggest only to use a little of it or it might give you an even more shinier look. If you love high lighting your face, this a great product to try out!
What it is:
A folding lash comb to define and separate lashes.
What it does:
This chic comb folds into its own handle for easy storage and hygiene. Fold it out and it works to define and separate eyebrows and lashes. Fold it up and it’s ready to take anywhere. Metal bristles create a better, more refined look.
WHAT I THINK:
I bought this product for one reason. I use a couple different mascara to get the look I want. Sometimes it tends to clump up... which is why I bought the lash comb to define my lashes and give it a more even finish. It's great to use for the lashes and brow hairs to tame them down.
A folding lash comb to define and separate lashes.
What it does:
This chic comb folds into its own handle for easy storage and hygiene. Fold it out and it works to define and separate eyebrows and lashes. Fold it up and it’s ready to take anywhere. Metal bristles create a better, more refined look.
WHAT I THINK:
I bought this product for one reason. I use a couple different mascara to get the look I want. Sometimes it tends to clump up... which is why I bought the lash comb to define my lashes and give it a more even finish. It's great to use for the lashes and brow hairs to tame them down.
What it is:
A beautiful bronzing powder.
What it does:
This powder is like Barbados in a box! Sweep Hoola across the chin, cheeks, and forehead with the accompanying brush for a healthy, natural looking tan year-round— no tanning bed necessary.
What else you need to know:
Always tap off excess powder to avoid applying too much color. This is a contouring bronzer that can also be used to highlight features of your face.
WHAT I THINK:
Honestly, this is my holy grail bronzer! I'm pretty sad that I didn't find out about this earlier, but let's not dwell in the past. It's very build able, and can work for most skin tones. It leaves this natural and smooth finish on the cheeks. Its doesn't look too red or too orange on the skin at all. I also use the brush that comes with it. It gives this perfect contour and guides you if your a beginner with contouring the face.
A beautiful bronzing powder.
What it does:
This powder is like Barbados in a box! Sweep Hoola across the chin, cheeks, and forehead with the accompanying brush for a healthy, natural looking tan year-round— no tanning bed necessary.
What else you need to know:
Always tap off excess powder to avoid applying too much color. This is a contouring bronzer that can also be used to highlight features of your face.
WHAT I THINK:
Honestly, this is my holy grail bronzer! I'm pretty sad that I didn't find out about this earlier, but let's not dwell in the past. It's very build able, and can work for most skin tones. It leaves this natural and smooth finish on the cheeks. Its doesn't look too red or too orange on the skin at all. I also use the brush that comes with it. It gives this perfect contour and guides you if your a beginner with contouring the face.
What it is:
A gentle daily exfoliating and brightening polish that leaves skin with a luminous glow.
What it is formulated to do:
FAB Facial Radiance Polish uses natural exfoliants including shea nut shell powder and willow bark extract to gently buff and polish the skin to reveal a smoother, brighter, more even finish. Recommended for daily use, it gently purifies and cleanses the skin, leaving it clear, soft, and renewed.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product is ideal for all skin types, even the most sensitive skin. It is allergy-tested, dermatologist-recommended, and contains FAB Antioxidant Booster to combat free radicals.
WHAT I THINK:
I got this as a deluxe sample size from being a beauty insider. I use this with my Clarasonic once a week with my skin care routine and it makes my skin feel so clean and soft! I am in love with the product and will be buying a full sized product as soon as I'm out. This keeps the skin feeling supple and smooth, and great for all skin types.
A gentle daily exfoliating and brightening polish that leaves skin with a luminous glow.
What it is formulated to do:
FAB Facial Radiance Polish uses natural exfoliants including shea nut shell powder and willow bark extract to gently buff and polish the skin to reveal a smoother, brighter, more even finish. Recommended for daily use, it gently purifies and cleanses the skin, leaving it clear, soft, and renewed.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product is ideal for all skin types, even the most sensitive skin. It is allergy-tested, dermatologist-recommended, and contains FAB Antioxidant Booster to combat free radicals.
WHAT I THINK:
I got this as a deluxe sample size from being a beauty insider. I use this with my Clarasonic once a week with my skin care routine and it makes my skin feel so clean and soft! I am in love with the product and will be buying a full sized product as soon as I'm out. This keeps the skin feeling supple and smooth, and great for all skin types.
What it is:
A set of five synthetic brushes to provide smooth makeup application, every time.
What it does:
This set includes all the brushes you need to achieve flawless, buildable coverage for your entire face. Perfect for travel or your purse, its sleek gunmetal-colored carrying case zips closed and is covered in animal-friendly faux leather.
This brush set includes:
- Airbrush Powder (flat powder)
- Airbrush Precision Foundation
- Airbrush Concealer
- Airbrush Crease
- Airbrush Shadow
What else you need to know:
The best way to try Sephora's Platinum line, this set features two new brushes: the #56 Precision Airbrush Foundation Brush and the #57 Airbrush Concealer Brush. Each brush has synthetic hairs and can be used wet or dry for the effect you desire.
WHAT I THINK:
Point blank, I love this brush set! It's so soft and gives such a flawless look when you use it with your makeup. Buy it!
A set of five synthetic brushes to provide smooth makeup application, every time.
What it does:
This set includes all the brushes you need to achieve flawless, buildable coverage for your entire face. Perfect for travel or your purse, its sleek gunmetal-colored carrying case zips closed and is covered in animal-friendly faux leather.
This brush set includes:
- Airbrush Powder (flat powder)
- Airbrush Precision Foundation
- Airbrush Concealer
- Airbrush Crease
- Airbrush Shadow
What else you need to know:
The best way to try Sephora's Platinum line, this set features two new brushes: the #56 Precision Airbrush Foundation Brush and the #57 Airbrush Concealer Brush. Each brush has synthetic hairs and can be used wet or dry for the effect you desire.
WHAT I THINK:
Point blank, I love this brush set! It's so soft and gives such a flawless look when you use it with your makeup. Buy it!
What it is:
A 24/7 Double-Ended Eye Pencil specially designed to pair with the gorgeous neutrals in Urban Decay’s Naked palettes.
What it does:
Inspired by their namesake palette, these Naked 24/7 Glide-On Double-Ended Eye Pencils are perfect for completing any Naked eye look. Each pencil includes two versatile liner shades—three of the eight shades in the lineup are all-time bestsellers, while the other five are new and exclusive.
The same amazing formula as the award-winning 24/7 Eye Pencils you know and love, these liners glide on, stay creamy for blending, and dry down to a waterproof finish that won’t budge. Urban Decay’s velvety, moisturizing, and long-wearing formula contains 50 percent moisturizing ingredients including jojoba oil, vitamin E, and cottonseed oil.
Walgreens & Rite Aid Drugstore Haul
- ARDELL Lashes in #109 & #110
- Deluxe Sample sizes of the L'Oreal Youth Code, and the L'Oreal Revitalift Miracle Blur
- Revlon Kajal duo eyeliners
- ECO TOOLS foundation brush
- Revlon Photoready Skinlights in Bare light, and Pink light
- Maybelline Dream Lumi concealer in Fair
- Maybelline Liquid Liner in Black
- Limited Edition Privee nude lipstick
If you guys want any reviews on the products, let me know!
In love with these Sunglasses!
Did I mention they are super cheap and afforable?. It might not last forever, but for the time being I am INLOVE.
Sunday, April 6, 2014
Pick-ups from Sephora
BUXOM MASCARA: So far, I can tell you that I am in love with the Buxom Lash Mascara. I bought the sample size only because it was travel friendly and I could grab it when I am on the go. It gives such a rich black color when you apply it to the lashes, and doesn't flake out throughout the day. As for me, I have shorter lashes and when I use the Buxom mascara, it gives me length and volume! Love it!
KORRES LIP BALM: I'm a lip balm snob. So when I had purchased this, I was a little bit skeptical. And I do have to say, I am in love! It gives just the right amount of color to the lips, and keeps the lips moisturized throughout the day! They also have other colors to offer if a light pink wasn't your thing.
TARTE Marajucal Oil & Brightening Eye Cream: The Tarte Marajuca oil has changed my life! I wasn't really into the face oils and didn't fully understand what the benefits were. All you need is a little bit of product and rub it around the areas where you feel are little bit dry, or when you feel like your skin isn't at it's best. Here's the description...
Not all oil is created equal. This earth-prescribed treatment oil targets your individual skin concerns and delivers harmony and moisture for firmer, brighter, smoother-looking skin.
Product Performance: Rich in essential fatty acids known to recharge and replenish skin, maracuja oil helps deliver an overall rejuvenated and even-toned complexion while giving the appearance of brighter skin thanks to a high dose of vitamin C. This powerful anti-aging elixir provides instant hydration—quenching dry skin with no greasy or filmy feel.
Known as “puro milagro” or “the pure miracle”, this rare Amazonian fruit is delicately harvested piece by piece. The super fruit is sustain-ably collected and then the nutrient-rich seeded pulp is extracted from each individual maracuja fruit. This naturally harvested treasure, referred to as the “alma” or “soul” of the maracuja fruit is then hand pressed without the use of heat to guarantee the maximum amount of nutritious essential fatty acids and vitamins.
Product Performance: Rich in essential fatty acids known to recharge and replenish skin, maracuja oil helps deliver an overall rejuvenated and even-toned complexion while giving the appearance of brighter skin thanks to a high dose of vitamin C. This powerful anti-aging elixir provides instant hydration—quenching dry skin with no greasy or filmy feel.
Known as “puro milagro” or “the pure miracle”, this rare Amazonian fruit is delicately harvested piece by piece. The super fruit is sustain-ably collected and then the nutrient-rich seeded pulp is extracted from each individual maracuja fruit. This naturally harvested treasure, referred to as the “alma” or “soul” of the maracuja fruit is then hand pressed without the use of heat to guarantee the maximum amount of nutritious essential fatty acids and vitamins.
Known as “puro milagro” or “the pure miracle”, this rare Amazonian fruit is delicately harvested piece by piece. The super fruit is sustain-ably collected and then the nutrient-rich seeded pulp is extracted from each individual maracuja fruit. This naturally harvested treasure, referred to as the “alma” or “soul” of the maracuja fruit is then hand pressed without the use of heat to guarantee the maximum amount of nutritious essential fatty acids and vitamins.
Formula X Nail Polish in Vroom: I can't stop wearing this nail polish! It's beyond lovely! It's a chrome finish and the color is fabulous! It's VERY opaque. All i needed was one coat of the polish and it did the job! Every time I wear it out, people always compliment me on the color. So far, I've been really impressed with the Formula X polishes that Sephora has to offer. They have a huge selection with all kinds of finishes from glitter, chrome, shimmer, and more! I definitely recommend to try them out!
These versatile, moisturizing, cream-to-powder pencils create soft, matte highlights under brows, a smooth base for shadows, or subtle shadowing on its own.
What it is:
An intensely volumizing mascara for bigger, fuller lashes.
What it does:
This vitamin-enriched formula deepens, darkens, and thickens from root to tip. The curvy hourglass-shaped brush holds the ideal amount of mascara to ensure every lash is coated evenly with our silky, clump-free formula.
An intensely volumizing mascara for bigger, fuller lashes.
What it does:
This vitamin-enriched formula deepens, darkens, and thickens from root to tip. The curvy hourglass-shaped brush holds the ideal amount of mascara to ensure every lash is coated evenly with our silky, clump-free formula.
- TARTE Bright by Night Skincare Discovery Set $10.00 (Out of stock)
What it is:
A rich, buttery lip balm that melts on the lips and offers a shiny, tinted finish.
What it does:
This rich butter leaves lips deeply moisturized, supple, and kissably soft. Korres Lip Butters are formulated with natural oils and extracts to soothe and condition lips. Shea butter and rice wax provide lasting hydration and softness. This shiny, juicy pop of color comes in an array of "flavors" and is ideal for dry lips.
A rich, buttery lip balm that melts on the lips and offers a shiny, tinted finish.
What it does:
This rich butter leaves lips deeply moisturized, supple, and kissably soft. Korres Lip Butters are formulated with natural oils and extracts to soothe and condition lips. Shea butter and rice wax provide lasting hydration and softness. This shiny, juicy pop of color comes in an array of "flavors" and is ideal for dry lips.
What it is:
A stunning, ultrametallic lacquer.
What it does:
Dip your nails in liquid chrome with this full-coverage metallic lacquer. Its captivatingly rich color goes on sleek and smooth with a luxurious finish that intensifies as it dries.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
A stunning, ultrametallic lacquer.
What it does:
Dip your nails in liquid chrome with this full-coverage metallic lacquer. Its captivatingly rich color goes on sleek and smooth with a luxurious finish that intensifies as it dries.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
ANASTASIA DIP BROW POMADE &&& WAX KIT
$18.00
What it is:
A brow definer and eyeliner in one.
What it does:
This smudge-free, creamy, waterproof formula glides on skin and adheres to hair. Use it as a brow definer for sculpting and shading perfectly shaped brows. Ideal for oily skin and humid climates, this product can also be used as an eyeliner.
A brow definer and eyeliner in one.
What it does:
This smudge-free, creamy, waterproof formula glides on skin and adheres to hair. Use it as a brow definer for sculpting and shading perfectly shaped brows. Ideal for oily skin and humid climates, this product can also be used as an eyeliner.
$12.00
What it is:
A waxing kit for the brows and lips.
What it does:
This professional-grade wax kit is perfect for quick brow and lip maintenance in between regular salon appointments.
This set contains:
- 0.35 oz Professional Grade Facial Wax
- 5 x Professional Grade Natural Birch Wood Sticks
- 14 x Professional Grade Muslin Strips
What else you need to know:
Professional grade stripes and sticks are the same used by Anastasia in her salon. Dermatologist-tested. Clinically tested, non-irritating formula.
A waxing kit for the brows and lips.
What it does:
This professional-grade wax kit is perfect for quick brow and lip maintenance in between regular salon appointments.
This set contains:
- 0.35 oz Professional Grade Facial Wax
- 5 x Professional Grade Natural Birch Wood Sticks
- 14 x Professional Grade Muslin Strips
What else you need to know:
Professional grade stripes and sticks are the same used by Anastasia in her salon. Dermatologist-tested. Clinically tested, non-irritating formula.
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
REVIEW: Rimmel Stay Matte Liquid Moussse Foundation
Let me just say, I heard a lot of good things about this on the Youtube beauty community. I mean it's a great affordable price, and it's a matte finish!
Although when I had purchased this, I noticed they only had a select few of color varieties to choose from (8). For most women who has mixed skin tones, you might have to mix two colors to get the 'perfect' shade for your skin tone. I purchased the color 200 Soft Beige.
I applied the foundation with a beauty blender, since it's such a creamy consitency, personally a foundation brush would leave it a little streaky. As far as I knew, it blended pretty well and is a medium to full coverage foundation.
But then... I started to feel my skin feeling irritated (which has never happened to me before using any foundation). As soon as i noticed it, I took it off right away. It did leave me to break out a little bit, and left my skin a little bumpy on the lower part of my cheeks. I'm very sad to say that it didn't work out for me and don't know why or how it irritated my skin so much. (Whatever may be in the ingredients) I would say that if you want to try it out, go for it. But as soon as you feel a tingly feeling, take it off. It's not worth keeping it all day if you skin is going to break out and act crazy.
$4.99 At most Drugstores
They describe this foundation as... "A feather light, oil free formula with an airy mousse texture that won’t feel heavy or greasy. Delivers all day shine control and blends flawlessly for a natural looking matte finish. Minimizes the appearance of pores. The weight is over – finally, shine has met its matte."
Nordstrom Rack Beauty Haul
Urban Decay Lip Liner in Paranoid
PROS: Creamy, Easy to blend
CONS: Isn't long lasting
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Kate Spade Lipstick in Bashful Blush
PROS: Great color!
CONS: Creases on the lips
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Smashbox HEAT WAVE Palette
PROS: Great colors, easy to blend, comes with a dual brush
CONS: Has a lot of fall out
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Too Faced Bronzer in Chocolate
PROS: Blends easily, great color for everyone, matte finish, buildable color
CONS: none!
NEW Tarte CC MATTE Palette
$36.00
- When i first layed eyes on this palette, it was truly love at first sight. So many reasons why you should love this palette!
- Its ALL MATTE colors!
- Easy to blend and great color pay off!
- Price is ONLY $36.00!!!
- They have the limited edition blush (Elevated) which is a beautiful muted peach color that compliments all skin tones.
- Comes with a dual eye brush that is actually very useful!
I mean i could go all day and justify how amazing this palette it, but you'd have to see it for yourself. The packaging is beautiful as well! Very travel friendly and has everything you need! Go go go and buy this palette! (it is limited edition!)
Description of the Product!:
What it is:
An alluring, Amazonian colored clay palette featuring wearable, matte shades for the eyes and cheeks.
What it does:
This perfectly portable mirrored compact features eight new limited-edition eye shadows and one blush in everyday shades that complement all complexions. Create the perfect matte look for any occasion by mixing and matching the liner, lid, crease, and highlight colors in the supremely soft, velvety formula. Each shade delivers rich, blendable pigments. The innovative Amazonian colored clay provides unique anti aging, hydrating, and color-correcting benefits.
This set contains:
- 2 x 0.1185 oz Eye shadow in Dream in Chocolate, Don't Stand Black,
- 6 x 0.0758 oz Eye Shadow in Sand Out From the Crowd, Peach for the Stars, Two Plums Up, Pink Outside the Box, Rose to the Occasion, View From the Taupe
- 0.1544 oz Amazonian Clay 12-hour Blush in Elevated
- Double-ended eye shadow brush
Saturday, February 8, 2014
S E P H O R A HAUL !
I was looking for something new to use for my eyeliner. I've head a lot of good things about the SMASHBOX waterproof gel liner, I had a few other options such as the Bobbi Brown gel liner, and MACs black track... but for some reason I gravitated towards this one.
I'm happy to say i love the product! It's very creamy and VERY black. It has long staying power and easy to smudge if needed... but when it dries, it doesn't budge! I use a thin angle eyeliner brush to apply the product to have more control on the thickness of the liner I am doing. It also helps to perfect the liner even more.
I definitely recommend this gel liner. They also have 6 other colors to choose from!!!
What it is:
Waterproof, smudge-proof eyeliner.
What it is formulated to do:
Line and define the eye with this gel-formula that glides over the lid without pulling or tugging. The quick-dry formula sets quickly and stays put all day.
Waterproof, smudge-proof eyeliner.
What it is formulated to do:
Line and define the eye with this gel-formula that glides over the lid without pulling or tugging. The quick-dry formula sets quickly and stays put all day.
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Walking around Sephora, they have a ton of brow products to offer. I noticed from Tartes line that they have a brow gel, and this was before I found that that Anastasia was coming out with something similar...So i bought this to try it out since I always use brow powder to fill in my eyebrows.
The finish of this product is great! You can build up your color to a more natural look or a dramatic brow. And it doesn't hurt that it's waterproof! They have 3 color options, which is my opinion... should have more, since there are tons of different hair colors and tones out there!. But other than that, it's a great buy! It comes with a dual spoolie and angled liner brush so there is no need to buy one.
What it is:
An Amazonian clay-infused brow mousse for perfect arches that stay beautiful all day.
What it does:
Take the guesswork out of arch perfection with this Amazonian clay-infused brow mousse. The formula’s light, airy consistency allows the product to naturally glide onto brows and blend seamlessly—no worries about harsh lines or waxy build-up. The Amazonian clay intuitively identifies your skin type to deliver benefits and restore harmony. This mousse minimizes oil around the hair follicle to balance skin and keep pigment in place, while naturally nourishing and hydrating to prohibit product from flaking or transferring.
An Amazonian clay-infused brow mousse for perfect arches that stay beautiful all day.
What it does:
Take the guesswork out of arch perfection with this Amazonian clay-infused brow mousse. The formula’s light, airy consistency allows the product to naturally glide onto brows and blend seamlessly—no worries about harsh lines or waxy build-up. The Amazonian clay intuitively identifies your skin type to deliver benefits and restore harmony. This mousse minimizes oil around the hair follicle to balance skin and keep pigment in place, while naturally nourishing and hydrating to prohibit product from flaking or transferring.
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