Volume Booster Lash Mascara I love the scent of this and it’s a really good primer too. I’m extremely loyal to my LOreal Lash Primer, but this is one that I would buy again. Lash Princess False Lash Mascara A dupe for the It Cosmetics Superhero. This is so raved about for a reason. It makes your lashes look so long and full. I like … Continue reading Top 10 Tuesday: Essence
Claims –Waterproof –Matte –Won’t crease or settle into lines –Conceal under eye circles and darkness –Cover up tattoos Price –$3.99 at Ulta, essencemakeup.com Shade Range –3 –My shade: 10 Light Rose Pros –Affordable –Cruelty free –Paraben free –Smells good –Works with corrector and powder –Full coverage –Minimal creasing Cons –Availability –Shade range Final Thoughts I love the price and the coverage, but the shade range … Continue reading Essence Camouflage + Matt Concealer
MAC PREP+PRIMER FIX+ FINISHING MIST Claims–Instant boost of hydration :: refresh & set makeup :: packed with vitamins & minerals :: moisturizes, soothe, and enhance complexion Price (Full Size, 3.4 oz)–$27 at Ulta, Nordstrom, maccosmetics.com Price (Mini Size, 1.0)–$14 at Ulta, Nordstrom, maccosmetics.com Scent Selection–4 (original, coconut, rose, lavender) Pros–Dermatologist & ophthalmologist tested :: LOVE the original scent :: works with powder products to intensify … Continue reading Duped or Duped? Finishing Sprays
So far we’ve covered skin types and ingredients and now we’re diving into products before we move onto routines. What does each product do? How do I know which products I need? Keep reading to have all of your questions answered, Cream Ideal for dry and/or sensitive skin Melt away makeup, dirt, oil, and impurities without stripping the skin Very gentle Apply to dry skin, … Continue reading Product 411
Claims –Grabs, separates, lifts, and curls –Holds curl for 12 hours –Water resistant –Lash conditioning ingredients –Easy to remove Price –$25 full size –$13 mini —Ulta, Sephora, Nordstrom, benefitcosmetics.com Shade Range –2 :: Black and brown Pros –Cute packaging –Holds a curl –Separates –Lengthens –Mini option to testing/travel Cons –Not cruelty free –Expensive Final Thoughts I LOVE this mascara and it one of my favorites. … Continue reading Mascara Monday: Benefit Roller Lash
There are some new products I’ve purchased in the last few months that I wanted to share, but didn’t want to do a separate post on. Colour Pop Jelly Much Shadow –Shade: We Jammin –Price: $8 –Cruelty free –Love the shade. It’s a bright, white gold that’s very metallic and vibrant –I usually layer a powder shadow over a cream like this, but you’ve got … Continue reading Beauty Bite: New + Review
Charlotte Tilbury Marie Antoinette + Essence All I Need I don’t wear eye shadow very often, but once I saw Jade share this Charlotte Tilbury cream shadow, I had to have it. I am in love with the shade! Since it’s a pretty penny, I want to be sure and use it and get my moneys worth. You could wear it alone, but I always … Continue reading June Favorites
When I first started watching YouTube and getting into makeup, banana powder was every where. Of course, I wanted to try the trend too, but there were NO shades that were light enough for me. The purpose of banana powder is to brighten, the shades I tried darkened or just blended in with my skin. Thankfully, the makeup industry is getting more inclusive from fair … Continue reading Fair Skin Friday: Brightening Powders
