Reviews
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Mascara Monday: Essence Lash Without Limits
Claims–Extra long & voluminous lashes–Flexible wand for precise application Price–$4.99 at Ulta, Amazon Shade Range–2–My Shade: Brown Pros–Affordable–Cruelty free–Length–Lift–Builds without clumping–Easy to remove–Shade variation–Vegan–Separation–No flaking–No smudging Cons–Availability–Flexible wand–No waterproof option–Not a lot of volume Final Thoughts–Silicone bristle wand–It claims to have a flexible wand and it definitely does, but it’s too bendy for me–Love the… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Powder
Claims–Longwear–Buildable, light to full coverage–Sweat-, humidity-, and crease-resistant–Won’t settle into fine lines, clog pores, or cake up–Light-as-air–Reduces shine–No flashback–Soft matte finish Price–$40 at Ulta, Sephora Shade Range–50–My Shade: 110 Pros–Cruelty free–Shade range–Shade match for me–No flashback–Longevity–Doesn’t look cakey or powdery–Vegan–Sleek compact–Buildable coverage–Lightweight–Agree with all claims Cons–Price–Availability Final Thoughts–Used the sponge it came with for the… Continue reading
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Mascara Monday: elf Lash XTNDR
Claims–Lengthening–Tubing formula–Brush grips and separates each lash–Clump, flake, and smudge-resistant formula–Lightweight–Easy removal Price–$7 at Target, elf Shade Range–3–My Shade: Deep Brown Pros–Cruelty free–Vegan–Lift–Separation–Stays in place–Agree with all claims–Affordable–Shade variation–Length–Builds without clumping–Easy to remove Cons–Not a lot of volume Final Thoughts–Not a lot of volume, but doesn’t claim to be volumizing–Most tubing formulas aren’t very voluminous,… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Primark Perfect Finish
Claims–Medium to full coverage–Natural finish Price–$4 at Primark Shade Range–14–My Shade: 02 Ivory Pros–Vegan–Affordable–Shade match for me–Buildable coverage–Hydrating–Availability–Cruelty free–Infused with Vitamins C & E–Easy to blend–Lasted all day–Lightweight Cons–Availability –Shade range Final Thoughts–In-store only, annoying–Builds to full coverage with 2 layers. One layer is solid medium coverage (I have one layer on in the pics… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof
Claims–Water-resistant–Transfer-resistant–Instant & long-term hydration–Blends seamlessly–Natural satin finish–Long-wearing, 24 hours–Oil-free–Stay-true color–Medium to full coverage–Weightless Price–$41 Shade Range–32–My Shade: NW13 Pros–Non-acnegenic–Shade range–Easy to blend–Flawless finish–Hydrating–Buildable coverage–Shade match for me–Lightweight–Didn’t cake with powder–Lasted all day Cons–Availability–Not cruelty free Final Thoughts–I think this is being discontinued because it’s hard to find, but if you find your shade, grab it.… Continue reading
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Ulta Semi-Annual Sale Haul + Reviews
Repurchases–(2) Kitsch Satin Pillow Cases :: repurchase—Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara :: repurchase —MAC Macstack Superstack Mega Mascara :: repurchase (reviewed here)—Eva NYC Mane Magic 10-in-1 Shine Mask :: repurchase New Products—It Cosmetics Brushes #77 & #131 —MAC Colour Excess Gel Pencil Liner in Commitment Issues—Juvia’s Place Volumizing Gloss Stick in Soft Mauve—Coola… Continue reading
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Mascara Monday: LOreal Voluminous Panorama Washable
Claims–Corner to corner panoramic volume–Lightweight–Clump, flake, & smudge-resistant–Multi-level brush grabs each lash–Easy to remove–Up to 24 hour wear Price–$15.99 at Ulta–$12.97 at WalMart, Amazon–$12.99 at Target Shade Range–3–My Shade: Black Brown Pros–Waterproof option–Length–Lift–Agree with all claims–No smudging–Shade variation–Separation–Building–No flaking–Removed easily Cons–Not cruelty free–Not a ton of volume Final Thoughts–Length and separation for days–Some volume, but… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Tarte Amazonian Clay Liquid Gem
Claims–Customizable full coverage–Weightless–Youthful glow–Reduce appearance of fine lines Price–$40 at QVC Shade Range–21–My Shade: 12N Fair Neutral Pros–Cruelty free–Shade range–Lightweight–Didn’t cake with powder–Long-lasting–Buildable coverage–Shade match for me–Easy to blend–Natural finish–Flawless Cons–Availability–Price Final Thoughts–QVC exclusive–Longevity–$40 isn’t cheap, but you get a brush so it’s a really good deal. Tarte brushes are top tier quality–Extremely lightweight–Medium to… Continue reading
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Mascara Monday: Honest Beauty Extreme Volume Mascara + Bold Lash Primer
Claims–Maximum volume & curl–Built in blue primer amplifies color, blackest black–No clumping–No smudging Price–$20 at Ulta–$19.99 at Target, Amazon Shade Range–1, Black Pros–Vegan–Cruelty free–Sustainable packaging–Buildable–No flaking–Length–2-in-1 convenience –Lash nourishing ingredients–Easy to remove–Separation–Lift Cons–Not a ton of volume–Don’t like the primer–No waterproof option–Availability–No shade variation Final Thoughts–Natural bristle wands–Online only at Ulta–Primer did nothing–Not a ton… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: a2O Lab Soft Matte
Claims–Lightweight–Blurs pores, texture, & fine lines–Non-drying–Soft matte finish–Creamy–Breathable–For all skin types Price–$4 at Miss A Shade Range–9–My Shade: L1 Pros–Vegan–Packaging, pump!–Easy to blend–Longwearing–Matte but not flat or drying, dry skin friendly–Didn’t cake with powder–Cruelty free–Lightweight–Buildable coverage–Affordable–Agree with all claims Cons–No shade match for me–Availability–Shade range Final Thoughts–Had to use white mixer to make the shade… Continue reading
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