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- Reviews: 32
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This stuff looks GREAT when I first apply it, however, I found that throughout the day, my dark circles definitely start peeking through, which is unfortunate. I know that not all makeup lasts all day and that's fine, but given the consistency of this stuff and all of it's critical acclaim, it seems like it should be pretty durable and long lasting. That aspect of the product fell short for me. Even setting it with powder doesn't seem to extend its life. It could be possible that my dark circles make an appearance again as the day goes on, but until I can test that theory by getting an appropriate amount of sleep, we may never know! Also, isn't that what this stuff is for anyhow? Making us look pretty and awake when you've had a (or two, or three, or a whole week's worth of) sleepless night? I expect my circles to be hidden for the entirety of the sleep loss period, dammit!
June 3, 2014
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This foundation has great coverage (medium - full) and I thought it blended nicely. I used a Real Techniques stippling brush to apply, and IMO, I think it worked really great. The product wasn't TOO heavy feeling on my face, I actually found it to be pretty accurate to the description and mousse-like and airy! I have definitely tried lots of liquid foundations that feel a lot heavier than this product. I did find, however, that it got a little cakey looking when I was all said and done with all of my makeup application (concelaer, powder bronzer, powder blush, and setting powder), but I solved that problem by spraying some Urban Decay All Nighter setting spray on my face. That really pulled all the products together. I guess I could attribute the cakeyness to the powder products I was using, but I wouldn't go without those, so I can't be toooo sure. I think the foundation lasted VERY well through these ridiculously and off-season hot and humid days we've been having. I got a good 8 - 9 hours of wear without much fading or quality loss, and I have insanely oily skin that most makeup just slides right off of. In combination with using my normal arsenal of oil control products that I would not go a day without (mattifying lotion, blotting/setting powder, and setting spray) this foundation fit right in and performed awesomely. I can't say how this foundation would perform solely on it's lonesome, but I would also never just wear a foundation straight up on it's own. Who can pull that off?! Overall, I think it's definitely worth a second look at the drugstore.
March 16, 2014
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I am reviewing only this shade. I purchased 3, and have only used 2 out of the 3; this one and "Tough as Taupe." The third one's awesomeness is TBD, but, what I can tell you is that Bad to the Bronze is GREAT. Quick, easy, smudgy, bronzey/neutral, shimmery (only ever so slightly, though), and laid back looking. When I want something to dress my face up JUST a tad, I've been using this. It just adds a little extra color and depth, without being too perfect (probably because I smudge it on with my fingers). Finger application is best (if you want that "I-tried-but-I-didn't-really-try" look...you know the one!), although I have never tried any other options. I can't imagine using a brush of any kind for this formula, though. It is VERY long lasting, and does not move or crease all day, and I have oily eyelids (to match my oil-slick of a face, of course!). Very good product, IMO. Can't say as much about "Tough as Taupe" though. I'll review that one separately.
February 19, 2014
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This is, by far, the best all-around best drugstore mascara I've tried. Doesn't clump, gives beautiful length volume, and definition and it's very VERY quick to achieve these results. I don't have to spend many unnecessary minutes swiping the brush ever so carefully only to have to re-swipe to clean up with an eyelash comb, etc. etc....not with this mascara! I have been looking for a "go to" drugstore mascara since I started wearing mascara, and I've seriously finally found it. I know lots of people say Loreal Voluminous is THE one, but I've tried it, and while it is pretty darn good, this is better. I found Voluminous to be significantly more clumpy than this one. If nothing else has been working out for you, try this. DO IT. UPDATE (a couple years later...): there's better options out there now! But at the time, this was THE BEST. IMO.
February 14, 2014
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This is good stuff. It doesn't get much attention, it's unsuspecting, low-priced, and pretty freakin awesome (compared to it's drug store cousins). It's WAY better than it's flashier , spotlight-hogging sibling, Great Lash...that stuff is AWFUL! I have no idea why it get's so much praise. This is the least clumpy drug store (possibly even designer) mascara I have ever used, and it gives just the right amount of volume, definition, and length. It's not really dramatic, so if that's what you want, then this is not for you. BUT, it is a good amount of drama for work or everyday. Tips: curl eylashes before application AND after you've let it dry; do 2 coats (or more if you want), it won't clump even if you try; dab the mascara glob off the end of the brush with a tissue. I guess you could apply these to any mascara, but they really seemed to work for me with this one. Just try it, people. Can't hurt. UPDATE (a couple years later...): the waterproof version is WAY better.
February 14, 2014
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This is SOOOOOO much better! Best natural deodorant I've tried.
September 7, 2011
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Absolutely A-MAZ-ING. Just the right amount of moisture, just the right amount of greasiness, a perfect hint of fragrance (not floraly or anything like that, it just smells like some kind of lotion...I dunno, I like it), and a little dab'll-do-ya. Good stuff.
December 21, 2010
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I bought this in Ruby Bliss for the holidays. It gives my lips a nice, dark red color. Not too bright and in your face, which is what I wanted. However, I did think the color was going to be a little more sheer than it came out and it was a lot more opaque and matte than I had hoped for. I do really like the color and look of the product, but I'm not really all that excited about the texture (not sheer or "wet" enough for me) and I don't think it is THAT moisturizing. I will continue to use it though, because of the way it looks, which I do love.
December 20, 2010
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I bought this solely because it was $10 for one at Sephora...so naturally I had to get 2 (Turkish Delight Gloss/Sayonara Stain and Stolen Kisses Gloss/Pampa Stain). I already owned a Nars lipgloss, which I love, so I knew I'd like this. I have yet to try the stains, and I will definitely take heed of the advice people give in this reviews as to not deposit too much color and use it very sparingly. The 2 glosses are awesome thus far though. Turkish Delight is a nice, pale, non-shimmery (which is very important to me) pink color, which would look amazing with a smoky eye. Stolen Kisses is a dark nude with a hint of rose and looks great with everyday makeup and at work. Would I spend more than $10 on this? Maybe...but not much more...I'd probably max out at about $15...but then I wouldn't get 2, and where's the fun in that?!
December 20, 2010
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When I first received this in the mail, I was really put-off by 2 things: the packaging (or lack-there-of...) and how the product looks (dark black, crumbly, kind of like re-hardened molten lava...). When I got it, I was like, "What on earth possessed me to purchase this???" With all of that said...I really do love this product. I have very VERY oily skin and the occasional (but somehow always seems to be in the worst spot on my face ever) breakout, and I can definitely notice a decrease in both of these awful things when I use this scrub/wash regularly. It is more of an exfoliant for me than a daily/regular cleanser, and I basically replaced my St. Ives Apricot Srcub with this. I recommend using it about 3 times a week, like any other exfoliant, and to follow with a gentle toner and moisturizer of your choice. Be careful with your scrubbing, as some of the granules may be a bit more grainy/larger than the others. It's a pretty intense scrub, but some skin just calls for it.
December 16, 2010
