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I finally purchased a MAC lipglass because I wanted to get the color Saint Germain that I had in the lipstick. Saint Germain is this gorgeous Barbie pink color that I always receive compliments on when I wear it. I was so excited to buy this lipgloss because I figured the pigmentation would be just like the lipstick I have...It wasn't! I was so sad when I put this on and it came out as a glossy light pink that I could barely see...I really don't even have much to write about it because the pigmentation was so disappointing. I did give it a 7 because I ended up putting it over a stain I have and it stayed on literally all night long;I didn't have to reapply at all the entire 6 hours I was out. It felt smooth going on and didn't cake on my lips like many lip glosses do; it didn't have a foul smell like many lipglosses do either. I don't remember how much I paid for it but I think lipglasses go for about $14 or $15. If you want a great lip gloss MAC lipglass is definitely nice but if you want a truly pigmented lip gloss Saint Germain is not it! I'm so sad!
February 16, 2015
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I finally bought Benefit's gimme brow after a while of wanting it but not wanting to pay the +$20 for it. After using it and seeing the results I'm okay with having spent that much for a brow product that actually does what it says. I bought the shade medium/deep because I have naturally dark brown eyebrow hair and the guy at Sephora said this shade would work for me. One thing I didn't particularly like about this product is that it's such a tiny bottle! It's .1 oz but it does have a tiny brush that only needs a little on it to actually work and cover my entire eyebrow. This is a brow-volumizing fiber gel that applies to each hair and stays without any brow gel or anything else needed. I love the tiny brushhead, it makes it easy to brush through each hair and a little bit of the product goes a long way. The packaging comes with a little "tips and tricks" booklet to show you how easy it is to use this; Using short brush strokes like the booklet says I just hit the beginning of my brows up until I get to my arch, and lightly swipe it through to my tail. I like to use my NYX eyebrow pencil on my tail because one eyebrow is a bit shorter than the other and it just evens it out. I don't use the gimme brow on the shorter brow because there is no hair for it to stick onto...I would say this is a great product for a person that has brow hair and just wants definition;if you don't have any brow hair this is probably not the product for you. The box says this is a water resistant product which is true because even though I sweat throughout the day it does not budge;also it says it's a long-wearing product-I agree with that as well; I can put it on in the am and in the evening when I remove my makeup it's still on my brows! It also says it's natural-looking and buildable; I agree with both of these claims as well. As I said, I believe it's targeted for people with brow hair and this just helps define the brows so they look full and it is buildable. I can apply a coat onto my brows and later on the day if I want to touch up my makeup I can add more without looking weird or like I have caked on brows. If you purchase Benefit products and want to try something to help define your brows, this will not disappoint!
February 16, 2015
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I finally bit the bullet and purchased a Lush product because of all the hype associated with Lush products; I purchased the green sugar scrub as a way to slough off some skin from my feet. The guy at Lush said it was a big seller and it worked so well so I gave it a shot. I had a hard time breaking some off because I didn't have a hammer and didn't want to hit against hard items in case they would chip. I finally got some broken off and put it in a bowl and used a spoon to scoop some into my hand for my shower. I wet my feet and used this scrub all over the bottoms of my feet and my toes. It didn't feel like was really scrubbing off but did smell nice. After a good scrub I finished my shower and got out and dried my feet. I felt the bottoms and felt around for a difference and there was none :( I was so disappointed in this product because of all the youtubers that use Lush products and all the associates saying how good it is. The only reason I gave it a 5 is because it smells nice, Lush is against animal testing, and I like the idea of the store, otherwise, it was a waste of $6.95. I will probably try other Lush products in the future but for now I have a bad taste in my mouth because of this scrub!
February 10, 2015
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I tried the L'Oreal voluminous mascara some time ago and was so disappointed that I didn't buy any L'Oreal mascaras until recently. I bought this because it was new, the packaging was really pretty, and most importantly because the brush looked interesting. I am so in love with this mascara; I think it might be one of my new favorites! I purchased this in the blackest black color without it being waterproof(I have never had a good experience with waterproof) and brought it home to try it out. Looking at the brush I was excited because it kind of fans out which is what is supposed to give you that "butterfly" look at the end of it. I dipped it into the tube and started applying to my top lashes; make sure you apply it with the fanned part to the outside of your outer lashes or you will not create that butterfly effect and it will probably poke your eyes. I applied coats to both eyes and noticed my outer lashes appeared longer. The brush glides through my lashes easily and doesn't clump them; there is not a foul smell like many mascaras and I do not have to continuously dip the brush to get more mascara; one pump is plenty for each eye. If I remember correctly this mascara was under $15 so it's definitely worth the price and does exactly what it says. When I am going out I apply my Rimmel lash accelerator mascara and put this over it for an oomph that is gorgeous and looks like fake lashes. Love it!
February 10, 2015
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Holy cow! I am in LOVE with this lipstick. I received this as a deluxe sample for my birthday along with the mascara and although the mascara wasn't too impressive this lipstick is!! I can't even describe the color or what it does to become to beautiful on my lips but when I first looked at it in the packaging it looked like a color for an older woman. It is like a wine/maroon color that did not look like it would look pretty with my skin color or natural lip color. I was sooo wrong. I applied this after putting on chap stick and was so in shock as to how it brought out my own natural lip color and still looked natural on me but still stood out. I have received SOO many compliments when I wear it; I wore it on Thanksgiving and everyone was saying how much they loved my lipstick. I feel like this lipstick is meant to compliment natural lip color or something, I can't describe how it looks so great, especially since the actual color is so misleading. The product goes on super creamy and lasts for about half my day; I checked the price when I went to Sephora-$20, however I believe it's $20 well spent because this is my new favorite lipstick for work. I am required to keep my makeup naturally looking for work and even wearing this lipstick compliments my lips and face without causing unwanted attention from my supervisors. The color I have is called 9N. Definitely try it out if you want a BEAUTIFUL, new, natural looking lipstick!
February 10, 2015
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I bought this along with the Freeman Beautiful chocolate and strawberry mask and am in love with both of them! I use this mask on either Friday or Saturday nights after a long week of work or if I wore a lot of makeup on Saturday. I love Freeman packaging because you just squeeze the exact amount of product you want onto your hands; the color of the mask is like a robin's egg blue so I knew it would be easy for me to see where I actually put the mask on my face and it smells wonderful! It has a calming, spa like smell to it and although it is a thick formula(all masks usually are) it spreads easily and doesn't cake in any spots or harden too quick. After about 15 minutes of doing other things the mask is about dry and ready for me to use warm water to rinse it off; I just rinse it off and pat my face dry with a towel. I immediately notice that my face is not red or irritated, and feels clean. I go about my regular skin regimen and apply toner and moisturizer. For only $3.99, this is an AMAZING mask that actually does what it says. If you're having a rough day or are stressed, try this mask, you won't regret it!
February 10, 2015
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Oh my goodness this is the best face mask I've ever used!! I've had the pleasure of using this mask by Freeman and the dead sea one and I am in LOVE with both. As soon as I run out I will be buying more of each and will purchase others as well. I use this mask about 3 times a week after I have already cleansed my face. I apply a thick layer all of my face specifically targeting my forehead, cheeks, and chin and let it harden for about 15-20 minutes. If you forget to take it off it's not a big deal, it does not burn or itch. The first thing I noticed about using this was the smell by far. It smells like pure chocolate and strawberries, every woman's dream! It has a light brown chocolate mousse color which makes it very hard for me to not try to eat it after too haha. After 15 minutes I remove the mask with warm water and pat dry and I am in heaven!! My skin feels super soft and smells amazing! I bought this at Ulta for $3.99; I have never seen a better working mask for such a great price, and that's ALWAYS the price. I also purchased the dead sea one which I will review and when I am finished with them will try the others. Excellent job Freeman!!
February 10, 2015
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Excellent sea salt spray! I bought this since spring is approaching and I want to use a sea salt spray to style my hair instead of using heat daily to keep my long hair healthy and growing. I saw this at Ulta for about $11 and waited since I had purchased some bumble & bumble sea salt spray that I have not used. However, I went back to Ulta a few days later and it was $2.99 so I bought the 3 remaining ones and went home to use it after my shower. I washed my hair with the Lee Stafford brunette line of shampoo and conditioner(amazing) and used my new favorite Lee Stafford sea salt spray all over my hair while it was still damp. I can't really describe what it smells like but it is amazing; how fitting that the smell reminds me of the beach. It's like a full, clean smell. I'm so glad I bought the last 3 because I see myself going through them very quick and buying more when they replenish their stock. Although this is the first time I have ever used Lee Stafford I am really impressed with the prices and the quality. Also, the packaging is adorable and I love their brunette line, but that's another review :] Go out and buy this sea salt spray beach babe! ;]
February 2, 2015
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Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Primer Skin Transformer
One of my favorite drugstore primers!
I came across this on a trip to Ulta because I forgot my primer while I was traveling and didn't want to spend alot, so I picked this one up. It is amazing! I would have to say that it is comparable to Smashbox photo finish in the transparent one; It's a thick primer that goes on so smooth and does not add any oil to my skin or leave my skin oily by the end of the day either. I use a little less than a dime sized amount and rub in between my hands and put on my cheeks and a little on my forehead. I don't have to worry about waiting for it to "dry" or anything either; I can put on whatever makeup right after without worrying about it clumping or caking. My skin is smooth and soft all day. As with other amazing Maybelline products, it's available at Ulta, drugstores and costs less than $10. Definitely a 10 product!
January 26, 2015
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I have used this mascara and repurchased for the last six months and I love it! Aside from the awful smell (you can't smell it once it dries) it really works as far as making my lashes look longer and fuller. The brush is a little thicker which I don't normally like but the formula is a very dark wet formula which glides onto my bottom and top lashes with ease. There is no tugging or clumping. It's a great drugstore mascara that you can get for around $10. I love the neon green top and sleek black packaging. I always get very black mascara because I have naturally dark lashes and this shade of black is awesome! Many Rimmel products are awesome and this is definitely one of them!
January 26, 2015
