Smashbox O-Glow

Pretty and natural

I really like this. I was scared to try the sample I got because my skin is v. sensitive, but I haven't had a problem with it at all. A little def. goes a long way and blending is important. It's great for weekends when you don't want to look too made up. The color does tend to fad as the day goes on, though.

July 26, 2008

Benefit Benetint Lip & Cheek Stain

Kinda a let down

I had been looking for a lip stain that would last through the work day without my needing to worry. It looks so pretty when I first put it on, but it just fads too quickly. I haven't tried it as a blush.

July 26, 2008

Murad Exfoliating Acne Treatment Gel

So terrible!

I had been using Proactiv forever, but decided to try this b/c I was still expereincing the occasional break out and my forehead was bumpy. And I will give the Murad 3-part system props for clearing up my forehead. But my entire jawline and chin broke out so terribly! It was so horrible and gross and just got worse as I waited out the 6 weeks it was suposed to take to give me model-like skin. no luck.

July 26, 2008

Ojon Rub Out Dry Cleanser

Allows me to get an extra 1/2 hour of sleep!

I love this product. My roots get very oily, but this allows me to skip a day of shampooing without throwing my hair up in a bun. The scent is a litte strong, but it's nice so I don't mind. It also makes me hair a little dull by the end of the day, but the time it saves more than makes up for it. Plus, it keeps my wavy hair from frizzing out. It's a little pricey, so I don't like to use it more than once a week (or on a day I sleep later than I should).

July 26, 2008

Conair Infiniti Hair Designer

Quick

It dries while straightening so you don't have to do through two steps. I use it only one a week, though, and I also use a lot of product to avoid heat damage. Also, there are only two settings, high and low. The low takes forever, but the high feels to hot sometimes.

March 15, 2008

BareMinerals Original Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15

No coverage

My skin is v. sensitive and prone to reddness and this just didn't cover any of it. Plus, you need to use ALL BareMinerals prodcucts; it doesn't layer well with a liquid concealer. And it's v. messy to apply. I felt like I was wasting so much product every time I "tapped."

March 15, 2008

L'Occitane Shea Butter Ultra Rich Eye Balm

So Soothing!

My eyes are really sensitive and this cream kept them calm durring allery season and an unfortunate allergic reaction to an new brand of eye shadow. I bought it because it was the only eye product I could find that didn't "firm" or "tighten" -- two horrible ideas for my already sensitive skin. The price is a little more than I like to pay, but it lasts forever.

March 15, 2008