Sonia Kashuk Eyeliner Palette

 

This palette comes with 6 MATTE eyeliners. I actually think they are more eyeshadows because they are powder. But they do work well as eyeliners. In the above photo of swatches, there is a black shade, a gray, blue, purple, olive green, and a brown. The shades are easy to blend and are great for everyday looks. I personally like to use one shade just to line my eyes, choosing black for everyday or a colored one for a bit of fun. They are also great when doing a cut crease. The shadows are long lasting however when worn together, they can fade (not crease) throughout the day.

Overall, I highly recommend this product for those who don't like shimmery eyeshadows and just want a small eyeshadow palette with wearable shades.

Sold at Target for $14

Rimmel London Scandal Eyes Gel Eyeliner Review

Can be purchased here 

The Pros:
1. Stays on all day
2. Dries to a satin finish that can easily be changed to a matte finish if black eyeshadow is applied over it.

The Cons:
1. If black shadow isn't applied after the gel, it can transfer slightly when you open your eyes.
2. A bit tricky to get off with makeup remover. I recommend this makeup remover for the eyes.

Overall, I think this is a great gel eyeliner from the drugstore!

Estee Lauder Pure Color Blush Review

Because of Christmas, I had some free-spending money and I thought it best to invest in some high end makeup. So, one of the very first high end makeup product I have ever bought was this blush!

I swatched it at the counter and dabbed some on my cheeks, giving myself a gorgeous flush that looked natural and as if I were kissed by the sun! (The color of I have is Intriguing Plum) It was $30 but overall I think its totally worth the investment! Only one downside is that this product is very VERY pigmented. A lot goes along way! It is also a bit difficult to open the packaging, but thats not the worst thing.

The blush is not shimmery, but not matte either. It gives a gorgeous flush and is perfect given as a luxurious gift or as a self-investment.

The blush can be purchased here as well as Nordstrom, which is where I purchased mine. It costs $30 at both places. 

Urban Decay Vice 2 Palette Review + Swatches

This stunning palette comes with 20 shadows.

Three are matte (habit, rewind, and x-rated), there are a few satin shades, and the rest are shimmery, but are not chunky and when applied to the eye, the shimmer does not look too extreme or costume-y. All the colors in my opinion can be worn in simple, everyday looks apart from shellshock This one is very vibrant when applied wet and therefore I feel it can actually take a simple look from day to night.

The shadows can be applied wet or dry, however a few, when applied dry, will have some fall-out. I believe all the colors can be worn, either as a wash of color blended out or packed on the eye for an intense flash of color. I think it would also be fun to apply one of the more vibrant colors - such as damaged or voodoo - wet and apply like an eyeliner.

The packaging is sturdy, and comes with a large mirror and a double ended brush.

The palette retails for $60 on urban decay's website and if you love color and makeup, then I think it is totally worth the investment.

The only downsides to this palette it is not travel friendly and it is definitely targeted to those (like myself) who love makeup and love color.

Here is a makeup tutorial done by VintageorTacky which not only shows a look with this palette but also is what sold me into getting this palette.

The colors on top, left to right are: rewind, derailed, betrayal, and voodoo. I'm really sorry I'm still trying (and failing) to work this blogging thing out and for some reason the colors aren't in order, so the second picture I'm not sure what colors those are.

The colors on the bottom row above from left to right are x-rated, coax, shellshock, lovesick and smokeout. Tanya Burr actually did a lovely makeup tutorial using the color x-rated. 

(When I published this I saw that the photos are a bit jumbled up, so above, the names start off with the matte pink and end at the intense black)

The photo on the (bottom) left as the colors in order from left to right and they are dope, toxic, habit, ambush and rewind. The photo on the right has the colors strike, madness, and prank. 

I am so sorry for the quality of pictures, I am trying to find my camera but I have no idea when the last time i saw it. 

I hope this review and these swatches were somewhat helpful. Again, I totally recommend this palette and if you would like to buy it, here is the link. And if there are any products you would like me to review, please message me on my tumblr. Thank you for reading! 

Review: NYC Smooch Proof 16H Lipstain

I found this lipstain at Target for $4 and I was in the mood in trying NYC as I haven't had tried anything of theirs in years. I picked the color Berry Long Time and I am pretty impressed for the great quality of a drugstore lipstain. Compared to Revlon's Just Bitten Lipstain + Balm in the color Flame, I prefer NYC for its much more pigmented.

NYC's lipstain does have a strong smell, which to me is of green apples. Not unpleasant, but definitely sour and may be too much for some people.

Pros:
-Pigmented
-Lasts a long time, through eating and drinking and does not wear off oddly. It fades rather than creases or dry up.
-Easy to apply
-Not matte or glossy; more natural looking

Cons:
-Tingles lips; does not bug me, but might to others
-Bleeds onto teeth if you apply more than 2 layers.
-Not moisturizing

Overall, I definitely recommend this product for those who want something easy to apply for everyday. :)

8.5/10

 

Review: L'Oreal True Match Foundation

So sorry for the lack of posts! New Year means busy busy busy!

Here is a quick little review to ease my way back into this blog.

I have the shade N2 which is "classic ivory".

The Pros:

-Easy to blend with fingers

-A good, true match to my skin

-Does not cling to my dry patches

-Smell is not prominent

-Coverage is medium; and very easy to build and would not look "cakey"

Cons:

-Very, very liquidy: must give it a good shake before pouring onto hand.

-I don't think the amount provided is as much or equal to other drugstore foundations


Lastly, i have no idea if the shade range is good but at Walmart, they provide a "shade matcher" which helped match my skin. I believe the "N" means neutral, and other foundations of this line come in "W" meaning warm.

Overall, I think this is a good drugstore foundation, less in price to most, and defiantly good for everyday.

 

Favorite Beauty Youtubers

I thought i would make a quick little post today about my top 5 favorite beauty youtubers.

1. Wayne Goss

He is probably my favorite of all; he's honest, sweet, funny, and every time he uploads a new video whether its a tutorial or a review and demo I always click to watch it first, before anyone else. He just makes my day better. He uploads quite frequently, a few times each week, is always honest, and always has a unique sense of humor. I also really enjoy his vlog channel, where he uploads little conversation starters and little things about his life.

2. Essie Button

She is incredible! Her reviews are just so honest and she has the most quirky and real personality. She always seems to brighten my day a bit. I love youtubers who are real and allow their personality to shine through. She posts about once a week, mainly reviews of a bundle of products (like empty products videos) but she also posts tutorials, mainly "face of the day". She also has a daily blog where you can read reviews about certain products.

3. Vintage Or Tacky 

She is an artist! Her videos are tutorials, and are always unique and original. She also does reviews of new products and is completely honest.

4. Baily B. 

She uploads frequently, once or twice a week and her videos are the best when it comes to reviews. She doesn't spend so much time; each review is meant to be under 60 seconds and she also posts videos that are under 5 minutes that feature her favorite beauty products of a specific brand or type.


5. Tanya Burr

Her tutorials are amazing! Very unique but also quite wearable. Vintage or Tacky does tutorials that are creative and magical but aren't meant to be worn out everyday on a normal, typical day. Tanya however makes tutorials that are inspired by something, but she makes them suitable for everyday.

Honorable Mention:

Lisa Eldridge 

She is just awesome! She is a professional makeup artist like Vintage or Tacky, Wayne Goss, and Tanya, but she is a bit older, so she has had more experience and is much more for the sophisticated, mature audience. I love watching her because of her insight on the makeup world and her looks she creates are just divine.



Thank you for reading! Please contact me on tumblr if you want a product reviewed. :)