I saw Jessica Braun do this on her YouTube channel and I wanted to share my two cents so here goes! If you could only use one makeup brand, what would it be?Makeup Revolution. Their complexion shades match me perfectly and I love so many things from the brand and they have so much to offer. What is the most underrated brand?Essence. A lot of … Continue reading The Drugstore/Affordable Makeup Tag
Last week I shared what I would buy if I had $1000 to spend at Sephora. Of course I had to do the Ulta version too! I get asked a lot which store I prefer and it’s definitely Ulta. I like their rewards system so much more and I like that I can get drugstore and high end in one spot. The amount of products … Continue reading $1000 to Spend at Ulta
Claims–Lightweight formula–Oil-free–Blends flawlessly Price–$7.78 at Wal Mart–$7.89 at Target Shade Range–21–My shade: L1 Pros–Cruelty free–Affordable–Packaging, pump!–Easily accessible–Oil free–Blends easily–Buildable coverage–Didn’t cake when set with powder–Lasted all day–Satin/natural finish Cons–Shade range–Lightest shade too dark for me Final ThoughtsThis foundation has sheer to medium coverage. While it’s buildable, you’re not going to get full coverage with this one. The shade range needs some work. The lightest shade … Continue reading Foundation Friday: CoverGirl TruBlend Hydrating
Claims–Full coverage–Diminish puffiness–Erases dark circles and fine lines–Create a radiant, refreshed looking eye area Price–$9.99 at Ulta–$7.99 at Target–$7.99 on Amazon–$7.98 at Wal Mart Shade Range–18–My shade: Cool Ivory (I also use the Brightener shade to color correct) Pros–Affordable–Easily accessible–Easy to blend–Shade range–Full coverage–Shade match for me–Worked with other complexion/undereye products Cons–Not cruelty free–Messy packaging Final ThoughtsThis concealer has been a cult classic for years … Continue reading Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle Treatment Concealer
**I am not claiming that these products are dupes as I have not tested all of them. These are just similar products at varying price points.** 1) Huda Beauty Matte & Metal Melted Double Ended Eyeshadow $25 // Makeup Revolution Eye Chrome $10 2) Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask $45 // Ulta Watermelon Sleeping Mask $16 3) Becca Anti-Fatigue Under Eye Primer $32 // … Continue reading Splurge or Save? Volume III
Claims –All day glow –Up to 24 hour wear –Hydrating glow –Medium coverage –Healthy, radiant finish –Lightweight and creamy –Ideal for normal to dry skin –Long lasting –Instantly hides imperfections for a clear complexion Price –$12.99 at Ulta –$8.99 at Target, Amazon –1.0 oz Shade Range –12 –My shade :: 201 Classic Ivory Pros –SPF 15 –Packaging –Buildable, full coverage –Radiant, but not overly dewy … Continue reading Foundation Friday: LOreal Infallible Pro-Glow
Voluminous Lash Primer One of my most repurchased products ever. I’ve tried a few others that I’ve liked, but I always go back to this. If you’ve never tried a lash primer, try this one and thank me later. Rouge Signature Lightweight Matte Colored Ink This formula is so interesting–it’s lightweight, stays put, but isn’t trying. (Review here) Brow Stylist Definer A dupe for the … Continue reading Top 10 Tuesday: L’Oreal
Maybelline The Falsies Lash Mask Eye Lash Conditioner This is a product you use a few times a week to strengthen your lashes. It’s not a lash growth serum, more of a reparative product. I bought it and have used a few times. I will report back Huda Beauty Legit Lashes Mascara I think I saw that she worked on this mascara for 5 years … Continue reading Purchase or Pass? Volume V
If you saw last week, I finished up my Neutrogena Bright Boost skincare earlier this month and now I’m moving on to trying Simple skincare. Why Simple? –Cruelty free –Made for sensitive skin –Hypoallergenic –Dermatologist tested –Non-comedogenic –Ophthalmologist-tested –Vegan –Affordable –Easily accessible –Good ingredients NO –Harsh chemicals –Artificial colors –Fragrance –Parabens –Drying alcohol –Animal derived ingredients Products —Moisturizing Facial Wash —Smoothing Facial Scrub —Soothing Facial … Continue reading Simple Kind to Skin Skincare
Claims –Brilliant color and definition to every lash –Builds, lifts, and dramatizes for sky-high lashes in a single stroke –Protects and conditions without smudging, flaking, or clumping –Elite brush coats lashes from root to tip; has a tapered end that delivers sleek, even saturation and combs and separates to volumize and define Price –$9.99 at Ulta –$8.97 on Amazon –$8.99 at Target –$9.99 at Walgreens … Continue reading Mascara Monday: Milani Highly Rated 10-in-1 Volume
