Liptini Mixer Lip Base Pencil

Fun to Play With

I purchased Cream, Cherry Cola and Banana Flip on a whim a couple of years ago and enjoyed playing around with the colors. After a few mixes I found some color combinations that I like but keep in mind that the purpose of this product is to "mix" so don't expect to love the colors straight off of the pencil. The lip pencils do extend the wear of any lip product (not just Liptini. If you like the Liptini concept, the price is reasonable. If not, the price is a bit steep.

October 11, 2008

Juice Beauty Oil-Free Moisturizer

Too Sticky

Imagine this..... Splash water onto your face then press a wad of cotton candy against your wet skin. That is exactly how Juice Beauty Oil-Free Moisturizer makes me skin feel. As an oily skin person I can understand why some people love this moisturizer, but I can't stand the stickiness.

October 11, 2008

Juice Beauty Green Apple Peel Full Strength Exfoliating Mask

Leaves Me Feeling Fresh....

I love the scent and did not experience any of the discomfort that others did. It left my skin feeling fresh and revitalized.

October 11, 2008

Juice Beauty Blemish Clearing Serum

Not For Me, or My Teen

I have had problems with acne since my 12th birthday and consider myself a 'problem skin' type. I tried using a thin layer over my entire face (to prevent new breakouts) - Nothing I tried it as a spot treatment - Nothing After 5 weeks of use by myself and my acne-prone our skin is still oily and breaking out on a regular basis. In addition, it feels (to me) slightly sticky as if rubbing pure fruit juice onto your skin. I applaud Juice Beauty's natural ingredients and appreciate that it works for many people. Just maybe not those with severe acne-prone skin.

October 11, 2008

M.A.C. Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

Perfect for Oily Needs..... Careful if You're Not.

I adore the pressed Studio Fix. I'm not oily..... I'm downright greasy! I can't use liquids no matter how matte they claim to be and cheaply pigmented powders can turn orange when the oil pumps under my skin get going. Studio Fix you can have sheer or a heavier coverage. HOWEVER.... I am extremely oily and I still have to use a light moisturizer under it. I can't imagine a non-oily person using it. I love MAC. I only patronize companies that carry products for my skin tone.

September 28, 2008

Sally Hansen Diamond Lip Treatment

Nice Colors.....

Unlike many "drugstore" brands, this product comes in multiple shades that work for my skintone. I can understand how the 'sticky' texture of this gloss may be unpleasant for some but I don't have a problem with it. As far as the scent, after using three different shades, I've learned that some shades have a stronger, headier scent than others. But at this price, I don't mind.

September 28, 2008