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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: Laura Geller Double Take Liquid
Claims–Medium to full, buildable coverage–Natural matte finish–Weightless–Long-wearing–Smooth out fine lines and wrink;es–Blurs pores and imperfections–Minimal creasing and transfer–Builds without caking Price–$36 at QVC, Laura Geller, Amazon Shade Range–8–My Shade: Porcelain Pros–Packaging–Cruelty free–Easy to blend–Buildable coverage–Lightweight–Agree with all claims–Didn’t cake with powder–Longevity Cons–Availability–Shade range–Price–No shade match for me Final Thoughts–I love the large doe foot applicator–Had… Continue reading
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Splurge or Save? Volume VIII
Kosas Tinted Face Oil Comfy Skin Tint, $42 // Maybelline Green Edition Superdrop Tinted Oil Makeup, $13.99 Kosas Cloud Set Baked Setting & Smoothing Powder, $34 // Sephora Collection Microsmooth Multi-Tasking Baked Powder, $20 Tarte Cheek Stain, $30 // Makeup Revolution Fast Base Blush Stick, $8 Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base, $66 // Revolution… Continue reading
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Repurchase – 10 High End Products
(1) First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Skin Smoothie Primer, $32*Hydrating, glowy, absorbs quickly, oil-free*I’ve used up several minis and a few full sizes*It is my go to recommendation when someone with dry/normal skin asks for a primer recommendation*I’ve found it at TJ Maxx/Marshalls several times for $12.99 so check there to get it for… Continue reading
Benefit, blush, brow gel, Charlotte Tilbury, clear brow gel, cream shadow, Estee Lauder, eye shadow stick, Fenty Beauty, first aid beauty, foundation, high end, high end makeup, KVD Beauty, Laura Mercier, lipstick, makeup extender spray, mascara primer, NARS, primer, setting powder, Tarte, tinted brow gel, under eye powder, Urban Decay -
Mascara Monday: PUR On Point
Claims–Lash defining–Lengthening–Nourishing–Smooth & buildable–Lifts–Curls–Thicken–Separate Price–$22 at Ulta, Target, PUR Shade Range–1, Black Pros–Affordable price for a high end brand–Lash loving ingredients–Cruelty free–Vegan–Builds without clumping–Length–Separation–Volume–Agree with all claims–No flaking–No smudging–Easy to remove Cons–Availability Final Thoughts–I’ve had good luck with PUR products and I feel that this brand is often underrated and overlooked–Love the wand shape–Natural bristle… 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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Challenge — $150 at Sephora
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 $150 from Sephora. TOTAL: $147.50 It’s hard to get out of Sephora with a full face under $150 without grabbing a bunch of minis and/or products from the Sephora… Continue reading
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One/Size Turn Up The Base Butter Silk Concealer
Claims–All-day-wear–Medium to full coverage–Waterproof–Oil controlling–Visibly smooths skin–Spot-treat, conceal, and brighten under-eyes–Does not cake, crease, or transfer Price–$25 at Sephora, One/Size Shade Range–24–My Shade: Fair 1 Pros–Vegan–Cruelty free–Love the applicator shape–Full coverage–Unique formula–Easy to blend–Flawless finish–Agree with all claims–No creasing–Minimal settling–Worked well with other under eye products Cons–Price–Availability–Need lighter shades–No shade match for me Final Thoughts–Sephora… Continue reading
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Speed Reviews: Volume XV
Lorac Dewy Canvas Prep Moisturizer + Primer–Claims :: Not sticky; lightweight; can be used as a primer or moisturizer; makes the skin soft, supply, & dewy; nourish & prep–Price :: $37 at Ulta, Amazon–Pros :: Ingredients–shea butter, glycerin, squalane; dewy finish; hydrating; vegan; non-comedogenic; cruelty free; love the gel formulation; agree with all claims; love the dewy, radiant finish–Cons :: Availability; bulky packaging–Final… Continue reading
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