Claims
–Draw out pore-clogging dirt, oil, and daily impurities
–Does the dirty work with gentle, effective ingredients
–Not over drying
–Exfoliates to help smooth skin texture
–Cleanse away pollutants
–Ideal for even the most sensitive skin
Pros
–Cruelty free
–Gentle enough for sensitive skin
–Leaves skin soft and plump
Cons
–Full size is expensive
–Not readily available :: online or select spas
Final Thoughts
I got this in a Boxycharm and it is a good mask. It’s not overly powerful for drawing out impurities like my beloved GlamGlow, but it’s more gentle than GG. I will use this one up, but I wouldn’t buy the full size.
Claims
–Oil free
–Velvet matte finish
–24 hours of coverage and hydration
–Full coverage
–Humidity proof
–Weightless on the skin
–Perfect for all skin types
–Flawless finish
Pros
–Skin loving ingredients i.e. hyaluronic acid, ceramides, collagen
–Shade range
–Shade match for me
–Packaging :: pump!
–Cruelty free
–Not a flat matte finish
–Didn’t cake or cling to dry patches
–Long lasting
–Weightless on the skin
–Lives up its claims
Cons
–Expensive
Thoughts
I love this foundation! Thank Heavens there is finally an It Cosmetics complexion product that works for me. The CC Cream and their powder foundations are too dark for me. I got full coverage with one layer, but I added a little extra to my chin because my foundation tends to rub off there. My only concern with this foundation was the matte finish, but it’s not a flat matte and it works on my dry skin. It got a little cakey between my brows, but everything cakes there. It lives up to all of its claims and love all of the skin loving ingredients.
Pros
–Easily accessible
–Shade range
–Large doe foot applicator
–Shade match for me
–Full coverage
–Minimal creasing
–Easy to blend
–Worked with my every day corrector and under eye setting powder
Cons
–Not cruelty free
Final Thoughts
Praise be that there is a shade match for me! It lives up to all of its claims so there’s another bonus. It is pricey for the drugstore, but drugstore prices are on the rise. It’s full coverage, worked with my go to under eye products, and didn’t settle into my fine lines too badly. The wand, formula, and coverage are very Shape Tape-esque so if you’re a Shape Tape fan, give this a go! I love this and will continue to use it.
I reviewed this palette last week and today I’m sharing two different looks. The first is a daytime, neutral, perfect for the office, look and then how to take it up a notch for nighttime.
Primer–Apply Essence Eye Base and set with Wet n Wild Brulee
Transition Shade–Blend Necessary into and slightly above the crease using the M441 and windshield wiper motions.
Crease & Outer V–Pack Cheens and blend using the Luxie 121 until you get the intensity you desire.
Blend–Use M441 to blend Necessary and Cheens to make sure there are no harsh lines.
Lid–Apply Just A Kiss with the elf eyeshadow brush. I applied dry first, then I sprayed my brush with MAC Fix+ to intensify the color payoff.
Brow Bone–There is now brow bone shade in this palette so I used Enlight from the Jaclyn Hill Morphe palette with the Merle Norman Eyes #4 brush.
Inner Corner–Colour Pop Jelly Shadow with M213.
Mascara–1) Lash Primer 2) Lancome Monsieur Big 3) Benefit Roller Lash
To take this look to the next level…
Tightline–Milani Pencil
Line Upper Lash Line–Physicians Formula Liquid Liner
Smudge–Apply Milani Pencil on lower lash line and smudge out using the elf 202
Blend–Take Luxie 141 and use Necessary to blend out harshness/diffuse the pencil liner.
Color–Use the Wet n Wild Smokey brush to add A Moment to lower lash line. I packed it on and then blended it and repeated this step till I was satisfied with how the color looked.
Pros
–Separation
–Length
–No smudging or flaking
–Held a curl
–Vegan
–Cruelty free
–Wand shape :: the point allows you to get close in the inner corners
Cons
–Not a lot of volume
–Expensive
Final Thoughts
This mascara was super hyped up, but it was just ok to me. I didn’t get the most dramatic lashes and was definitely expecting more. I liked how it lengthened and it’s a good mascara, but not my favorite. There are definitely better, cheaper options. I would not buy the full size.
Claims
–Medium, buildable coverage
–Easy to blend
–All day wear
–Lightweight, not cakey
–Radiant finish
–Water-based
–Use as a foundation, contour, and concealer
Pros
–SPF 25
–Convenient, nice heavy packaging
–Cruelty free
–Vegan
–No sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil
–Non-comedogenic
–Protects against pollution, environmental aggressors, heavy metals, and blue light
–Made with over 30% enhanced mineral water (give me all the hydration)
–Creamy, glides on easily and doesn’t tug
–Buildable coverage
Cons
–No shade match for me
–Shade range
–Expensive
Final Thoughts
As it says in the name, it’s super hydrating and looks great on dry skin. However, there is no shade match for me and I had to use a white mixer to make it work. The shade range isn’t very vast and the lightest shade is more warm/orange and at least 2 shades too dark for me. It claims to be a medium, buildable coverage and I agree with that. I would even say I got full coverage, all my redness was covered, but I think that’s due to the white mixer. It worked well with my other complexion products and I love the ingredients and benefits. I think is a great product, just wish there was a shade match for me.
Before & AferNo makeup :: Foundation only :: Full faceAM & PM
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