Merle Norman Age Defying+ Lipcolor

Only lipstick I'll wear

I've always loved the look of lipstick...and bought countless tubes of it, but never found one that I liked well enough to wear consistently. I use the bare hug shade of this lipstick and it is fantastic! It lasts a good long time and really softens your lips. Unlike some I've tried, it doesn't feel waxy or unnatural to wear.

July 29, 2008

Merle Norman LUXIVA� Lasting Eyecolor

Terrific lasting power!

I have conbination (leaning towards more oily) skin...so most eyeshadows I've tried didn't last long, could hardly tell I was wearing eye makeup by lunchtime. These colors are great, and they don't fade like many others do. The gal I had at Merle Norman that showed me how to do my "new look" was fantastic, I felt (and looked) like a whole new woman by the time I left, and she was a good teacher...I was able to reproduce the look without any problems. For a great smokey look, pair up chocolate, brass and champagne colors in this, with the hazy eyeliner...makes a great look!

July 29, 2008

Merle Norman LUXIVA Lasting Foundation

Love it!

Over the years (like most women) I've tried more foundations than I can count...I could go on a cruise with the amount of money I've spent on foundations that I hate! This is not one of those...this is by far the best foundation I've ever used! Many "long-lasting" matte finish foundations feel heavy or start looking a bit cakey after a few hours, this one isn't heavy and looks as natural by the time I get home from work as it did when I left that morning. It blends well and there are so many shades it is no problem finding the perfect match for your skin tone (sesame here! :) )

July 29, 2008

Merle Norman LUXIVA� Shine Control Lotion

Swear by it!

I recently picked this up from my local Merle Norman and I have to say, I have found it worth every penny! I have combination skin but am very prone to shine, with my old makeup I would be shiny before I left my house to go to work! Using this shine-control hydrater keeps me shine free most of the day...I don't even have to "touch up" with powder throughout the day anymore! In my area (West Virginia) it is $37.50 per bottle, but I definitely won't be without it again.

July 29, 2008