SheGlam Contour

Sun Sculpt Liquid Bronzer–Claims :: Long-wearing; smudge-proof; moisturizing; waterproof; blends easily; no streaking or spotting; matte finish; small sponge tip for precise application–Price :: $4.99–Shade Range :: 7–My Shade :: Soft tan–Pros :: Cruelty free; affordable; blends easily; shade match for me; pointed applicator for precise application; agree with all claims; lasted all day with no fading–Cons :: Availability –Final Thoughts :: Shade range isn’t vast, … Continue reading SheGlam Contour

thehannahhardyFebruary 1, 2023February 1, 20236 Comments

Best Of

2022 Standout Products

I tried almost 150 products in 2022. The products below might not have necessarily released in 2022, but they were tested by me in 2022. Here are the standouts from each category. Continue reading 2022 Standout Products

thehannahhardyJanuary 23, 2023November 1, 2022Leave a comment

Splurge or Save

Splurge or Save? Volume VII

GloWish Multidew Skin Tint, $37Morphe Glow Stunner Hydrating Tinted Moisturizer, $18 Guerlain L’Or 24K Gold Radiance Primer, $74Peach & Lily Gold Glow Priming Serum, $13.99 Smashbox x Becca Under Eye Brightening Concealer, $32Makeup Revolution Eye Brightener Under Eye Corrector, $8 Glossier Cloud Paint, $18Makeup Obsession Desert Liquid Blush, $9 Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer, $17-65elf Power Grip Primer, $10 Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Highlighter Wand, $40Flower … Continue reading Splurge or Save? Volume VII

thehannahhardyJanuary 18, 2023June 17, 2022Leave a comment

Mascara Monday, Reviews

Mascara Monday: elf Lash ‘N Roll

Claims–Maximum curl & lift–Smudge- and flake-resistant formula–Curved and double sided silicone brush :: shorter side holds onto the formula while longer bristles separate, lift, & evenly coat each lash–Long-lasting–Eye-opening effect Price–$6 at elfcosmetics.com, Target Shade Range–3–My Shade: Deep Brown Pros–Shade range–Cruelty free–Vegan–Length–Separation–Lift–No flaking–No smudging–Easy to remove Cons–No waterproof option–Hardly any volume–Current availability Final Thoughts–Currently only available on elf’s website, but I’m sure it will expand … Continue reading Mascara Monday: elf Lash ‘N Roll

thehannahhardyJanuary 16, 2023December 25, 2022Leave a comment

Misc

Challenge — $50 at Wal Mart

I was inspired to do this post after seeing a TikTok posted by Erin. Let’s see if I can get a full face of makeup for $50 at Wal Mart. Prices kind of fluctuate on Wal Mart’s site so the price I have listed is what it was at the time I wrote/scheduled this post. *Prime & Set–Milani Make It Last Spray, $9.97*Foundation–LOreal True Match, … Continue reading Challenge — $50 at Wal Mart

thehannahhardyJanuary 11, 2023September 1, 2022Leave a comment

Fair Skin Products, Lips, Speed Reviews

Speed Reviews: Volume XIII

elf Halo Glow Liquid Filter–Claims :: Skincare-makeup hybrid for glowing, dewy skin; can be used alone, over or under makeup, mixed with foundation, or used as a highlighter; soft-focus filter effect–Price :: $14 at Target, elf–Shade Range :: 8–My Shade :: Fair–Pros :: Cruelty free; vegan; gorgeous, radiant finish; multi-use product; shade match for me; easy to blend; pigmented–Cons :: Availability–Final Thoughts :: I use this as a primer and I love that the glow comes through even with … Continue reading Speed Reviews: Volume XIII

thehannahhardyJanuary 9, 2023November 8, 2022Leave a comment

Reviews

Wet n Wild MegaGlo Makeup Sticks

Claims–Velvety, cream-to-power formula–Ultra-blendable–Ease of precision and control–Longwearing–Creaseproof Price–$4.49 at Ulta, Walgreens, Amazon, Wet n Wild Shade Range–3 contours, 3 concealers, 3 blushes, 1 highlighter–My Shades: Oak’s On You, Peach Bums, When The Nude Strikes Pros–Affordable–Availability –Cruelty free–Easy to blend–Creamy Cons–Not all shades available at all retailers–Shade options/range needs improvement Final Thoughts–Peach Bums is a dupe for Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wand in Pinkgasm–Blush :: very … Continue reading Wet n Wild MegaGlo Makeup Sticks

thehannahhardyJanuary 4, 2023June 3, 2022Leave a comment

Best Of, Concealer, Fair Skin Products, Favorites, Lips, Powder

Currently

I want to do this post in June and December each year. A mid-year and end of year check in to see what products I’m constantly reaching for and loving. I try SO many products so it’s interesting to see which products are consistent favorites and which ones change up. You can read my June post here. Primer—Ulta Moisturizing Primer Spray—elf Halo Glow Liquid Filter … Continue reading Currently

thehannahhardyDecember 14, 2022November 16, 2022Leave a comment

Best Of, Concealer, Fair Skin Products, Favorites, Lips, Powder

Top 3: Makeup

Primer—KVD Lock-It Hydrating—First Aid Beauty Coconut Smoothie—Peter Thomas Roth Skin To Die For Foundation—Catrice True Skin Hydrating—J Cat Beauty Aquasurance Powder—Estee Lauder Double Wear Concealer/Corrector—Charlotte Tilbury Magic Vanish Corrector—KVD Good Apple—CoverGirl TruBlend Undercover Setting Powder—Fenty Pro Filt’r in Lavender and Butter—Jaclyn Cosmetics Last Act Translucent Pressed Bronzer—Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Matte—Flower Beauty Heatwave—SheGlam Sun Sculpt Liquid Blush—NARS Deep Throat—Tarte Sugar Rush Sweet Tarte Glow—SheGlam Color Bloom … Continue reading Top 3: Makeup

thehannahhardyDecember 9, 2022November 6, 2022Leave a comment

Affordable Makeup, Concealer, Favorites, Lips, Powder

Affordable Makeup I’d Pay High End Prices For

Essence Brighten Up! Banana Powder, $4.99 J Cat Aquasurance Powder Foundation, $14.99 (reviewed here) Makeup Revolution Conceal & Define Full Coverage Foundation, $12 (reviewed here) CoverGirl TruBlend Undercover Concealer, $11.99 (reviewed here) SheGlam Sun Sculpt Liquid Bronzer & Color Bloom Liquid Blush, $5 (reviewed here and here) Essence Lash Princess Liquid Liner, $4.99 SheGlam Brows On Demand, $2.99 Kiko Milano Baseline Water Shadow in Champagne, … Continue reading Affordable Makeup I’d Pay High End Prices For

thehannahhardyDecember 7, 2022August 12, 2022Leave a comment

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