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Maybelline New York Volum' Express The Falsies Washable Mascara
Good, but definitely not what it promises
Let me just start by saying that I really do love this mascara. The reason why I'm rating it as I did is because I feel that the labeling and name for this product is very, very misleading. I don't believe that it makes your lashes look so long that you don't need false lashes. In fact, what irks me the most is that in the commercials, it is very obvious and clear that the models are wearing false lashes. I can't stand labels that promise or practically guarantees that a product will do something or last for a certain amount of hours and it fails so easily. I didn't purchase this product going in with the belief that it would make my eyelashes look long like I was wearing falsies. In fact, one of my best friends has long lashes and when she put this mascara on, it didn't do anything other than darken her lashes (like any mascara would) and give it a light curl. I bought this product to test to see just how well it would perform. Aside from the promises, I think this mascara is one of the great ones in the drugstore. The formula is just right, not too wet but not so entirely dry either. I didn't notice any flaking or clumpiness while using this product. And of course, the spoon brush was great for my little lashes. I can't decide if I like this brush more than the one from CoverGirl's Lash Blast. I still think that Maybelline should've named this product something else because it is a good product, just not enough to live up to the ridiculous name and promise they came up with.
February 11, 2012
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I would've never thought that NYC would beat out all the other brands...even high end ones like Laura Mercier. I only purchased this one because I didn't have any lip products and ran into a ghetto Wal-Mart and this was the only thing closest to the color I needed and I only had a couple of bucks with me. Boy! It was soo worth the whole $3 I spent on it. At least, i think it was $3. I don't remember exactly how much it was. Anyway, I got my color in Smooch Proof and it came off so beautiful. It was kinda funny because it's like a giant magic marker. My niece thought I was using one (lol). My favorite part about this stain is that, it actually lives up to it's name! This is the ONLY product that I've come across that has done for me what the label and packaging promised. The label is called "Smooch Proof" and once it dried, it was smooch proof. And it states that it lasts for 16 hours. Now, I didn't actually count the minutes, but it did last me from the beginning of a work day all the way to the end of the day right when I was taking my makeup off at night, so I know it lasts for at least 12 hours, which is good enough for me. And most of all....IT ACTUALLY IS A LIP STAIN! It's not a gloss, not a lipstick, not a lipbalm, etc. It does stain your lips (but in a good way) and contrary to what others say, I love the scent. I'm going back to get more because I love this product and is my favorite from NYC.
February 11, 2012
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Lets start with the good: The colors are gorgeous and the quantity of the product is great for it's price. I think it paid $20 for mine. Because I have darker lips, I bought the one in Mulberry and it does actually look very nice and natural, especially when I just use my ring finger to apply it instead of with a lip brush. I also like this because I can lightly use it as a cheek stain on my days where I'm running late. The negative is that on my lips, it doesn't last very long. I would assume that since Laura Mercier (and company) calls it a "stain", it would actually be a "stain" and last longer than a couple of hours. It wears off pretty quickly, and I really don't think that there's a whole lot of variety in the color choices. I used Mulberry on my cousin who has just a tad bit lighter skin than I do, but same color lips, and it just totally looked wrong on her. I don't know, maybe that's not their fault, but for $20 a pop, I wish it would last longer.
February 11, 2012
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I love this mascara! I have it in my travel makeup bag and it's great for volume and style! I think my favorite thing about this mascara is the brush. I love the plastic "teeth", for my small lashes, I feel it grabs them much more and coats them evenly and gives a great natural look without all the clump. I also like that the formula isn't so wet so it doesn't glop over everywhere. Overall a good one in my opinion.
February 11, 2012
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I saw Maureen (owner) on QVC with this product and was genuinely enthused. From her examples on the models and her knowledge of the ingredients and her promise of the Amazonian Clay, I was sold. I immediately rushed out to Sephora and got it because I didn't want to wait. After using this a couple of times, I'm sort of torn on how I feel about this product. The good things about this liner is that the pigmentation is awesome at first application. It goes on smoothly and effortlessly and the dual-ended brush helps you with many different looks whether you want a full thick line for a cat eye or a clean thin line all around the eye. It also dries quickly so you don't have to sit and wait to not smear your work. The things I don't like is that the color, even the black, doesn't stay sharp and pigmented for more than a couple of hours. I also noticed on my eyes that after about 4-5 hours, it starts to "melt". Not necessarily crease but instead of staying dry and matte it starts to bunch together with the oil from my face and melt. I naturally have oily skin even around my eyes but with other gel liners, they will stay and stay longer when I set it w/ a matching eyeshadow powder on top but it doesn't work with this liner. I like it but I think I will just use it for occasions where my makeup will only be needed for no more than 2 hours.
January 21, 2012
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I got this eyeliner as a gift with a purchase and I have to say, it was sooo disappointing. It was so dry and every time I tried to use it, the tip would break off. I even tried using this on other people and it was just as disappointing. I compare this to the elf eye brightening liner for a dollar. I am most definitely disappointed with this product and am so glad that I didn't have to purchase it.
January 21, 2012
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After much hype from beauty gurus and bloggers, i decided ti purchase this when i ran out of my UD primer potion. It was such a disappointment. From the first time you open it to even now, it leaks water. Kinda like when you've opened up the mustard and have to squeeze the water out for a couple of seconds first? Exactly like that...not totally sure why its doing that but uhh yeah. I wouldn't purchase again just for that reason. However, as far as staying power, I didn't feel it performed well in that department either. I have other drugstore eyeshadow primers for a much lower cost that performs much better. If I'm given this, I might accept but I wouldn't purchase again. In fact, because of this, I'm a little apprehensive of purchasing any other product from them that comes in a tube.
January 21, 2012
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This really is one of the best drugstore face primer. This pro one is white and goes on clear. The original one is a peachy/salmon color so I'm wondering if there might be a mixup for the ither reviews? Anyway, I have super oily skin myself and find that when used after washing my face and moisturizer, it works well. Of course throughout the day, I have to lightly wipe my face with an oil absorbing sheet but I have to do that with or without products. I really like this primer because it doesn't have the color already and its not slippery like some others. I would say this one feels and works just like the smashbox light one for me but for much cheaper.
January 21, 2012
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The only thing worth a dollar and the only reason why I purchase this is because of the pencil sharpener it comes with. As much as I like ELF, this has got to be one of their most disappointing products.
January 21, 2012
