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Sephora Collection Best Skin Ever Concealer
Claims–Full coverage–Natural finish–Weightless–Longwearing–Not cakey or drying–Up to 12-hour hydration–Cover, conceal, & correct Price–$15 at Sephora Shade Range–50–My Shade: 03P Pros–Vegan–Affordable–Shade range–Large doe foot applicator–Formulated with hyaluronic acid–Full coverage–Easy to blend–No creasing–Minimal settling–Shade match for me–Agree with all claims–Lightweight–Hydrating–Long lasting Cons–Availability–Not cruelty free Final Thoughts–Impressive shade range and price–“Clean” at Sephora product–Doesn’t feel or look heavy–Worked… Continue reading
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elf’in Dupes
I haven’t tested every single product that I’m sharing and I’m using the word “dupe” loosely. I can’t 100% attest that these products are exactly alike; however, they are very similar in formula or appearance. Take it with a grain of salt. TYSM. I have reviewed several of these products and I will link to… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: LYS Triple Fix Serum
Claims–Skincare-infused–Buildable, light to medium coverage–Natural finish–Reduces the look of dark spots, spores, imperfections, and fine lines–Weightless–Breathable–Undetectable Price–$22 at Sephora, LYS Shade Range–35–My Shade: Porcelain Pros–Vegan–Cruelty free–Fragrance-free–Silicone-free–Shade range–Packaging, pump!–Affordable–“Clean” at Sephora–Buildable coverage–Lightweight–Didn’t cake with powder–Lasted all day Cons–Availability–No shade match for me Final Thoughts–This product was an Allure Best of Beauty winner in 2021–LYS is a… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Essence Keep Me Covered Long-Lasting
Claims–Medium to high coverage–Melts into the skin–Up to 16 hour wear–Seamlessly melts into the skin–Transfer-proof–Waterproof Price–$6.99 at Ulta Shade Range–15–My Shade: Pale Pros–Cruelty free–Affordable–Packaging, pump!–Oil free–Alcohol free–Vegan–Shade match for me–Easy to blend–Didn’t cake with powder–Buildable coverage Cons–Availability–Shade range–Longevity Final Thoughts–Ulta exclusive–Shade range is absolute trash and all lean yellow/warm–Didn’t last all day, it wore off… Continue reading
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Challenge — The Cheapest
I was inspired to do this post after seeing a TikTok posted by Erin. Let’s see just how cheap I can do a full face of makeup. This is my current routine–all products and steps–as affordable as possible. These are the prices at the time of publication. TOTAL: $120.89 I think just over $100 for… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Juvia’s Place I Am Magic Natural Radiance
Claims–Buildable, medium to full coverage–Natural radiant finish–Weightless–Breathable–Easy glide & blendability–Non-cakey–Blurring/veil of perfection effect–No white cast or oxidation–Water-resistant–Smooth, protect, & hydrate Price–$23 at Ulta, Juvia’s Place Shade Range–33–My Shade: 710 Maricao Pros–Cruelty free–Shade range–Shade match for me–Affordable–Vitamins A, C, & E–Buildable coverage–Lightweight–Gorgeous radiant finish–Didn’t cake with powder–Easy to blend–Longevity–Agree with all claims Cons–Availability–Packaging, the pump doesn’t… Continue reading
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Mascara Monday: Essence I Love Extreme Crazy Volume
Claims–No flaking or fading–Intense, defined volume–Deep, black creamy texture–Length–Extra-large fiber brush–Incredible volume Price–$4.99 at Ulta, Target, Amazon, Essence Shade Range–1, Black Pros–Easy to remove–Easily accessible–Affordable–Cruelty free–Fragrance free–Volume–Builds without clumping–No smudging–Paraben free–Length–Separation–No flaking–Agree with all claims–Waterproof option Cons–No shade variation Final Thoughts–TikTok made me buy it and I am so glad it did–INSANE length and volume–There… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Juvia’s Place I Am Magic Powder
Claims–Lightweight–Water-resistant–Minimize imperfections–Smooth, protect, and hydrate–Buildable coverage–Blends seamlessly–Won’t settle into pores–Non-cakey–Long-lasting–Oil control–Silky smooth Price–$18 at Ulta, Juvia’s Place Shade Range–20–My Shade: Oslo Pros–Cruelty free–Affordable–Shade range–Luxe, heavy packaging–Shade match for me–Lightweight–Buildable coverage Cons–Availability–Patchy–Don’t agree with all claims–Looks powdery Final Thoughts–Sheer to light coverage :: I did 2 layers and didn’t get the level of coverage that I… Continue reading
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Speed Reviews: Volume XVI
Bobbi Brown Skin Corrector Stick–Claims :: Creamy formula; up to 12 hours of coverage; medium coverage; natural finish; neutralizes dark under eye circles and discoloration–Price :: $32 at Ulta, Sephora, Nordstrom–Shade Range :: 12–My Shade :: Extra Light Bisque–Pros :: Shade match for me; packaging is sleek & convenient; SO easy to blend; can wear alone or under concealer; creamy; agree with all claims–Cons :: Shade range;… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: NYX Bare With Me Blur Skin Tint
Claims–Better than a filter–Medium, buildable coverage–Blurs it all–Breathable–Non-greasy–Transfer- and fade-resistant wear–Up to 12 hours of hydration–Helps control shine all day without looking cakey, ashy, or chalky–Matte finish Price–$14 at Ulta, NYX Shade Range–24–My Shade: 01 Pale Pros–Vegan–Cruelty free–Shade range–Shade match for me–Buildable coverage–Lightweight–Ingredients :: glycerin, niacinamide–Easy to blend–Flawless finish–Matte finish, but not too matte for… Continue reading
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