drugstore makeup
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elf’in Dupes II
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 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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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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Speed Reviews: Volume XXIV
LYS Beauty Higher Standards Cream Glow Blush Stick–Claims :: Lightweight; easy-to-blend; dewy, illuminated finish; instant pop of color; ultra-creamy; natural flush of pigment; effortless application–Price :: $20 at Sephora–Shade Range :: 5 –My Shade :: Bubbly–Pros :: Affordable; cruelty free; vegan; pigmented; buildable; gorgeous, glowy finish; shade range; sleek packaging; creamy; easy to blend; longevity; agree with all claims–Cons :: Availability–Final Thoughts :: Very pigmented, start with a small… Continue reading
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Liquid Shadows: Volume II
elf Liquid Metallic–Claims :: High shine; reflective; one-swipe coverage; long-lasting; opaque; quick-drying–Price :: $6 at Ulta, Amazon, Target, Walmart–Shade Range :: 8–My Shade :: Moon–Pros :: Cruelty free; vegan; pigmented; affordable; very foiled & reflective; easy to apply; quick drying; agree with all claims–Cons :: None–Final Thoughts :: I tried this when it first released & I didn’t love it, but I’ve changed my mind; pigmented; I got little… Continue reading
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Liquid Shadows: Volume I
LOreal Brilliant Eyes Shimmer–Claims :: High impact shimmer; up to 16-hour wear; lasting sparkle and shimmer; crease-resistant; flake-proof; transfer-proof; non-greasy feel; lightweight–Price :: $$11.99 at Ulta; $7ish on Amazon–Shade Range :: 12–My Shade :: Crystal Shine–Pros :: Affordable; shade range–Cons :: Not cruelty free; fall out; flaked off; availability; patchy; not long lasting–Final Thoughts :: SO bad, literally cracked and fell off; patchy application; complete opposite of what it… Continue reading
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Shadow Sticks: Volume II
Milani Gilded–Claims :: Pigment-rich; waterproof; lasts up to 12 hours; can be used alone or layered with other shadows; glides on seamlessly without any tugging; ultra-creamy; crease-proof; smudge, line, or apply all over–Price :: $10.99 at Ulta & Milani–Shade Range :: 12–My Shade :: Marble–Pros :: Cruelty free; vegan; shade range; pigmented; creamy; affordable; intense, foiled finish; no creasing; no fading; no flaking; lasts all… Continue reading
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Shadow Sticks: Volume I
elf No Budge–Claims :: Buildable; creamy, glides on effortlessly; can be worn alone, as a base, or as liner; highly pigmented; smear- and crease-resistant–Price :: $5 at Ulta, Amazon, Target, elf–Shade Range :: 9–My Shade :: Champagne Crystal–Pros :: Affordable; vegan; cruelty free; easily accessible; creamy; pigmented; crease free; no fall out; matte and shimmer finishes–Cons :: Shade range; patchy; –Final Thoughts :: No creasing; doesn’t apply evenly; matte… Continue reading
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Busts? Better!
I wanted to do a post piggy backing off of my beauty fails post and offer up some better options. The alternatives I’m mentioned below have my stamp of approval. I tried to stick to a similar or cheaper price point. Continue reading
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