Amazing Cosmetics AmazingConcealer

Great, but Use Sparingly

This is a great concealer, but it takes a little while to get used to. It is thicker and very pigmented. So, a little goes a LONG way. Just use tiny dots, blend it well, and it will give you great results. I have to use a thick eye cream under it, or it will get really cakey. Sometimes it does towards the end of the work day. So, it is something you will have to experiment with. Plan to keep some extra eye cream in your desk drawer at work or your purse. If it starts looking cakey, just dab some on it, and blend.

August 1, 2008

Burt's Bees Lip Shimmer

Great - but you need to find the right color for you!

This is a great moisturizing lip balm, but it packs a lot of color. I originally bought a darker shade, thinking it would be sheer. No, it is not! It feels good on, but the color is pretty intense. It is inexpensive enough to buy a couple of different ones to try out. But, I wish I had read the other reviews before buying the first one.

August 1, 2008

Nars Balancing Foam Cleanser

Squeaky Clean

This is a great cleanser. It is a great value for its money because you only need a tiny, tiny bit to clean your face. I feel that it gives me a deeper cleanse than other cleansers. I use it in conjunction with the toning lotion and have honestly seen a reduced visibility in pores. A couple of down sides - 1)It makes your face actually squeaky clean - which is a weird feeling. 2)If you have dry skin, it will make it even drier, so make sure you use moisturizer 3)It stings a little when you put in on and lather it up. All in all, I will continue to use it.

August 1, 2008

Nars Oil Free Foundation

A Great Find!

I have been a smashbox user for some time. I recently took a trip to Nordstrom where I discovered Nars for the first time. I was looking for something with a little more coverage than my smashbox foundation. When the woman first put it on me, I did not like it. It looked a little cakey and un-natural. However, after it set, 10 minutes later - my face looked flawless. I had originally walked away from the counter disappointed. However, once I saw the results, I was hooked and returned. It is a great value for the money.

July 7, 2008