tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24724616958952286192024-02-02T02:19:24.390-05:00Beauty is Everywhere Around UsMarlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-5582703746221510472013-05-14T18:47:00.001-04:002013-05-14T18:47:05.709-04:00Ipsy - May 2013 Glam Bag - Swatches & Review<center>
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<b>-Zoya is sold at many online stores and averages at about $8.00 US per bottle.</b><br />
<b>-A great place to get a good deal is <a href="http://www.mbeautylounge.com/nailpolish/7_zoya" target="_blank">Beauty Lounge</a> which sells them for about $6.50 US</b><br />
<b>-If you are an Ipsy member they are currently having buy 2 get 1 50% off deal.</b><br />
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I am a huge fan of Zoya nail polishes! They use a non toxic forumla (5free - free of toluene, formaldehyde, DBP (phthlatates) and camphor) They have a great color selection and the application always goes on so nice and buttery smooth with little to no streaking. While I love the product I can't say that I am crazy about the shade that was sent to me (opaque powder blue) although I would love it as a wall color. The good thing about me is that my taste in polish colors change constantly so there is a huge chance I will wear it at some point in time :-)<br />
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<b>-Juice Beauty is also sold in many online stores - Ulta, Dermstore, Amazon, etc.</b><br />
<b>-Price is $15.00 US for 0.28 oz</b><br />
<b>-Ipsy Deal - Receive 20% off any purchase of $30 or more at juicebeauty.com/ipsy</b><br />
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Juice Beauty is another brand that I really like for it's eco-friendliness and great variety of products. Alicia Silverstone is a contributor which is another huge bonus for me because I absolutely adore her! I am really looking forward to trying out her makeup line - check it out <a href="http://www.juicebeauty.com/store/collections/alicia-silverstone.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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As for the gloss, I was pleasantly surprised at how smooth the formula was. It made my lips buttery soft smooth without feeling filmy and sticky. The color is very sheer for my pigmented lips but I do not get the impression that it is supposed to be a heavily pigmented item. Overall I really like the gloss but I would only re-purchase it if I had a discount.<br />
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<b>-Pacifica products are sold in Sephora, Amazon, Target, Drugstore.com, etc.</b></div>
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<b>-Price is $7.00 US for 2 oz. tube</b></div>
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<b>-Ipsy Deal - Receive 20% off any purchase at <a href="http://pacifcaperfume.com/">pacifcaperfume.com</a> with the code Beauty20.</b></div>
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I am not very familiar with the Pacifica brand but I can safely say that I really like what was given to me in this month's bag. </div>
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This cream has a wonderful beachy scent and it makes my skin feel very fresh and smooth. The shimmer is slight and tasteful but I would prefer my lotions to be shimmer free. I would definitely re-purchase when I run out although I can't say that this is going to become a staple item. Not yet at least! :)</div>
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<b>-Pacifica products are sold in Sephora, Amazon, Target, Drugstore.com, etc.</b></div>
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<b>-Price is $12.00 US for .33 oz</b></div>
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<b>-Ipsy Deal - Receive 20% off any purchase at <a href="http://pacifcaperfume.com/">pacifcaperfume.com</a> with the code Beauty20.</b></div>
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<span style="text-align: start;">I really like this scent. It's slightly sweet and very summery without being completely overpowering. Definitely a great roll-on perfume to slip into my bag. Not sure if I would re-purchase just yet but I can safely say that I will have my eye on Pacifica products going forward. </span></div>
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<b>-Yaby Cosmetics are sold at </b><a href="http://www.yabycosmetics.com/">http://www.yabycosmetics.com/</a> & <a href="http://camerareadycosmetics.com/">camerareadycosmetics.com</a><br />
<b>-Price is - Palettes range from $12 - $21.99 US - Concealer Refills are $5.06</b><br />
<b>-Ipsy Deal - Receive 20% off your purchase with code ipsyluvsyabycc20</b><br />
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I have no experience what-so-ever with Yaby cosmetics but I have heard great things about the line. Stage makeup products are usually great.<br />
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As for the concealer, it really didn't do much for me but keep in mind that my under eye circles are VERY severe and puffy so this would probably work out well for a person with light - moderate discoloration issues. The texture was okay...a bit too cakey for me but I also have very crepey eyes.<br />
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I found this bag to be an 8 out of 10 in excitement value. I was very underwhelmed by my first few Ipsy bags but lately they have been quite amazing! </div>
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A 7 out of 10 for providing products that I typically want to try out.<br />
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Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-56511646594066546552013-05-10T14:15:00.001-04:002013-05-14T17:16:14.504-04:00Birchbox - May 2013 - Swatches & Review<h4 style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; position: relative;">
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A friend of mine was just raving over this sunscreen (she tries to stick to Organic products as much as possible) so I was pleasantly surprised to see it in this month's box. It is way too soon to provide a full review but I can definitely say that the lotion absorbed into my skin immediately! Which is a huge difference from most sunscreen products that I have tried as they tend to be very greasy. I have read several complaints about the odor but I do not mind it at all. The smell kind of reminds me of melons. </div>
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I found the scent of this <strike>perfume</strike> parfum very mediocre at best. Most of the time I tend to gravitate towards expensive clothing and accessories but thank goodness that hasn't extended to perfumes. $98 dollars for a full size bottle? Sorry! I will stick to my 2 for $20 Bath & Body Works mists :) </div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: normal; text-align: justify;">For the past few months I have been OBSESSED with Alex and Ani bracelets. If you haven't heard about them they are a company that creates STUNNING (average of $24-$38 per bracelet) jewelry all made out of eco-friendly materials with an emphasis on positive energy and charity. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: normal; text-align: justify;">I currently own the puzzle piece, which represents my oldest son who is Autistic, the Phoenix, Water Droplet, and my initial. All bracelets come in a choice of silver and Russian gold and they are all made in America. They also have earrings, key chains, rings, rhinestone bracelets, etc. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #fbf7f7; color: #222222; font-family: 'Proxima N W02 Reg'; font-size: 14px; line-height: 25px;"><i>Alex and Ani, LLC offers eco-friendly, positive energy products that adorn the body, enlighten the mind, and empower the spirit, designed by Carolyn Rafaelian and made in America. Rafaelian believes that every individual has a positive message to share with the world and by incorporating powerful symbolism and design into each (+) energy piece, Alex and Ani provides a vehicle for the wearer to express their individuality in an organic, spiritual way. She believes it is her life’s work to support communities and organizations while inspiring her customers to relish what is unique and authentic about themselves, revealing the beauty that resides within.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Versatile color collection</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Very high color payoff</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Decent staying power</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Extremely soft consistecy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Reasonably priced ($4 a shadow)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: bold;">Cons: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Packaging is cute but doesn't hold up well over time</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Pigmentation isn't extremely strong (which isn't bad as it is build-able)</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">These colors were so close to my own skin tone that they were difficult to swatch on my arm/hand.</td></tr>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;">Overall</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">: If you are looking for a versatile matte palette this is a great buy! Huge shout-out to my friend Lydia for giving this wonderful palette to me for my birthday!</span></div>
Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-200039065666884912013-04-23T11:41:00.001-04:002013-04-25T12:42:24.224-04:00Amazing & Inexpensive - Essence Silky Touch Blush - Secret It-Girl - Review & Swatch<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<u><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="text-align: center;">Essence Silky Touch Blush in </span><span style="text-align: center;"><i>Secret It-Girl</i></span></span></u></center>
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; text-align: center;">Color</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; text-align: center;">: </span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; text-align: center;">Peach w/slight gold shimmer.</span>
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; text-align: center;">Price:</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; text-align: center;"> $2.99 US (ULTA) </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; text-align: center;">*CRUELTY FREE PRODUCT*</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: bold;">Pros: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Extremely inexpensive</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Very high color payoff</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Decent staying power</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Color is flattering for all skin-tones</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: bold;">Cons: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Packaging breaks easily</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-A lot of fallout when swirling your brush in the product</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Slight (very slight) chalkiness</span><br />
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Indoor Lighting</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;">Overall</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">: I have to say that this blush is a winner - especially for the price! I have mentioned in a previous post that I have had very bad luck with drugstore blushes (except NYX) and this one was definitely an exception to the rule. In good conscience I can not say that it compares to department store quality but I have paid a lot more for way worse. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Give it a try and let me know how you like it! </span>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-51855341317353790152013-04-22T15:42:00.000-04:002013-04-25T12:50:06.517-04:00NYX Round Lipstick - Pumpkin Pie - Review & Swatches<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;">Color</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;">: </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; text-align: center;">Pale Peachy pink color with a very slight shimmer.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;">Price:</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; text-align: center;"> $3.99 US (ULTA) </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">$3.00 US (cherryculture.com) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: bold;">Pros: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Low price</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Cute packaging - A lot of people hate the plastic packaging but I like the fact that you can see the color on the bottom of the lipstick. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Nice color for people who do not have very pigmented lips.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Soft texture.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: bold;">Cons: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Smooth texture yet settled into fine lines and made my lips appear dry and cracked. Very strange</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Pigmentation was decent when swatched on wrist/arm area yet had very little color payoff on my lips.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">-Soft texture yet it can border on greasy. Almost as if it doesn't sink in.</span><br />
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Top is layered twice and bottom is swiped once.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><b>Overall</b>: This lipstick was definitely not for me but I wouldn't say it is the worst product in the world. Once again I think it is best suited for people with lightly pigmented lips. The drying/greasy effect I can not explain but it doesn't seem to happen to everyone. </span>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-21496032012320403052012-06-02T11:35:00.000-04:002013-04-25T12:31:32.382-04:00My Glam Bag~Love Is In The Air Theme<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>~Love Is In The Air Theme~</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Decent consistency and pretty fall color. I probably wouldn't purchase this lipstick on my own but I am glad to be introduced to the brand.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Not crazy about the scent at all. It's kind of fruity and strong. It's a shame because I ADORE the Unconditional Love body spray and lotion.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>I enjoyed this month's bag but all of my products looked kind of beat up by the time it got to my house (hopefully it was just bad handling on the part of the post office/UPS) and although I shouldn't compare I feel like My Glam Bag pales in comparison to Birchbox. All that being said...I look forward to the June bag and I hope it gets better. </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>When they say waterproof they mean waterproof! I wouldn't have purchased this on my own but I am glad to have it.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Out of the bunch my two favorites are Pinched and Cinnamon which remind me a bit of Benefit Coralista and Nars Gilda. My least favorite is Blush which isn't very pigmented and just does nothing for me. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">They retail for $5.99 at Ulta and right now <a href="http://cherryculture.com/">cherryculture.com</a> is having a huge 40% off sale on all NYX products. </span><br />
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Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-17061021809785432282010-03-28T08:26:00.016-04:002010-03-28T09:54:57.916-04:00Amazing & Inexpensive - mark Good Glowing Powder Blush<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_qOwxdiws7MHMvo_YAr9PHuP_8snXpKjllMCL3-CYnfifJW91CzBOu_BVuGopklSmd8qQvUlBuQgjv1GaqztUhgZvM5vpR8rqWEPw3Ivll128P1QulWrxIOP8AiuYz73-UyUn2KnP8ag/s1600/Mark-stock-photo1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 379px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_qOwxdiws7MHMvo_YAr9PHuP_8snXpKjllMCL3-CYnfifJW91CzBOu_BVuGopklSmd8qQvUlBuQgjv1GaqztUhgZvM5vpR8rqWEPw3Ivll128P1QulWrxIOP8AiuYz73-UyUn2KnP8ag/s400/Mark-stock-photo1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5453677338807612194" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: verdana;">*stock photo*</span></span><br /><br /></div><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" >When it comes to blush I have never had much luck with low end brands. I have tried many and honestly I find them to be a waste of money as they tend to lack in pigmentation and they usually have a very poor chalky texture. Of course there are always the exceptions to the rule - and for me mark blushes is one of them.<br /><br />The review below is for my favorite shade called Cameo Glo. The other shade that I adore is called After Glo however I gave it to a friend of mine who fell in love with it therefore I don't have any photos/swatches. I definitely plan on purchasing again so I will update once I receive it.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-size:85%;"></span></span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span id="ctl00_cph1_productUpdatePanel" style="font-family:verdana;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">mark Good Glowing Custom Pick Powder Blush</span> </span></span>- <span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:verdana;">Cameo Glo</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" >Color: </span><span style="font-family:verdana;">Peachy/Pink Nude Tone. The type of color that gives a very natural flush.</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" ><br /><br />Pigmentation: </span><span style="font-family:verdana;">Pigmentation is perfect - it's pigmented enough to go on in one swipe (depending on skin tone of course) yet build-able.</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" ><br /><br />Texture: </span><span style="font-family:verdana;">Although it has some slight shimmery particles in the blush the texture is Matte without being chalky. </span> <span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" ><br /><br />Packaging: </span><span style="font-family:verdana;">The only con that I have with this product is the packaging. It comes in a very generic plastic case which can be a bit annoying to open. You have an option to buy a palette for $8.00 which you can snap your blushes into but I really don't think it's that worth it. </span> <span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" ><br /><br />Price:</span></span> <span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" >$7.00 US per blush but there are always coupons floating around as mark is a brand that is sold out of Avon and Avon always seems to have some kind of deal going on. <a href="http://shop.meetmark.com/shop/default.aspx">http://shop.meetmark.com/shop/default.aspx</a></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii63rioDUbtR8ys0TnLc6O4Ec1YQwYymet7gVuNT6n0JRHCSdcf2vpbswetaLN6oA_izLLk38alNcQLmBHalJh8YdJ7EVMb2rmJmHxyBG9xgQzsFuOAAb9nPvvcaaQsT4L-dm0JonNQUw/s1600/Mark-CameoGlo-Swatch.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 313px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii63rioDUbtR8ys0TnLc6O4Ec1YQwYymet7gVuNT6n0JRHCSdcf2vpbswetaLN6oA_izLLk38alNcQLmBHalJh8YdJ7EVMb2rmJmHxyBG9xgQzsFuOAAb9nPvvcaaQsT4L-dm0JonNQUw/s400/Mark-CameoGlo-Swatch.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5453681733353380050" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6ER-cOl9lTCPMVGY5tOli5jJfyhHDy0utmOTMMldZOG8Bwbnm0pfy0-hImiMAzDKrqX-k-meD9GjgOMO03EzMKn_Kz-YHh6imiH_l4tDPCK-8xfwIinvdEL7Z8pl5DuxXSXtOqASSP-c/s1600/Mark-cameoglo-packaging.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 257px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6ER-cOl9lTCPMVGY5tOli5jJfyhHDy0utmOTMMldZOG8Bwbnm0pfy0-hImiMAzDKrqX-k-meD9GjgOMO03EzMKn_Kz-YHh6imiH_l4tDPCK-8xfwIinvdEL7Z8pl5DuxXSXtOqASSP-c/s400/Mark-cameoglo-packaging.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5453681883086894146" border="0" /></a>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-51383086934308873532010-03-26T07:50:00.013-04:002010-03-28T10:01:16.139-04:00Amazing & Inexpensive - NYX Tinted Lip Spa<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk9y8KbiZc0DbMoyGh2WJCzDyxXd2dZyptMg2z_9Dgx2tMt5DdDPIX5kE7SaKjT9GT4rMhLwNGfNXcJ_M2atlUTeG26W1zPxnV4S5iEMjOigyqOBkJ-4JJaC2Z__hjqgIdIDIHI-YBdxc/s1600/lipspastockphoto.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk9y8KbiZc0DbMoyGh2WJCzDyxXd2dZyptMg2z_9Dgx2tMt5DdDPIX5kE7SaKjT9GT4rMhLwNGfNXcJ_M2atlUTeG26W1zPxnV4S5iEMjOigyqOBkJ-4JJaC2Z__hjqgIdIDIHI-YBdxc/s400/lipspastockphoto.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5453684331185596578" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-weight: bold;">*stock photo*</span><br /></span></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" >Here is the description according to the NYX website. <span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;" >Tinted Lip Spa is specially formulated with Vitamin E and extra moisturizing properties to nourish and condition lips while adding color. Lavish your lips to spa treatment everyday. </span><br /><br />I have been using this lip tint for over 6 months and I can safely say that my experience with this product rings true to what the company claims. As a person who battles with dry lips this is one of the few "treatments" that actually moisturizes my lips for a decent period of time AND has a good color pay off. It's pretty much a lip balm and lipstick all in one pretty package and all of the colors that I have tried so far are very beautiful and wearable. My favorite of the lot is called Sake (swatch below) and it is a staple that I always make sure to carry around in my purse as the color is a very basic peachy pink tone which seems to go well with everything. In addition to all of the other good stuff - the price is unbelievably low @ $3.75 (cherryculture.com)<br /><br />Overall, I am impressed with this product and I hope it works just as well for others as it has for me :)<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbUm8AYALDSYqiaruX318oPHUrj7EoeE_9-nuZaX5N7WbyPFiZTi17KfTsFFPWuK_XQHT9Ldkh-ukQscJj8kZbO5f_RjPuycWNP6nWGqA0lOKff53gFG3SyUoncpMciq5bu6w5bhSdT7M/s1600/NYXLIPSPASAKE-BLOG.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 336px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbUm8AYALDSYqiaruX318oPHUrj7EoeE_9-nuZaX5N7WbyPFiZTi17KfTsFFPWuK_XQHT9Ldkh-ukQscJj8kZbO5f_RjPuycWNP6nWGqA0lOKff53gFG3SyUoncpMciq5bu6w5bhSdT7M/s400/NYXLIPSPASAKE-BLOG.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452925177951991378" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_StQgytKDHyH1xXejrhd38OkOxR9eT-ZR-wj6xARt-fvIQ7D-qZjPqIZKEEVuoD63qeEyH-UqdTRPhiMeeNj5GlO2wrlIadgXNU1befG02Bph8XY2MtcwKZxJU4xmQRspGwQAhogjnj4/s1600/NYXLIPSPASAKE-BLOG-SWATCH.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 182px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_StQgytKDHyH1xXejrhd38OkOxR9eT-ZR-wj6xARt-fvIQ7D-qZjPqIZKEEVuoD63qeEyH-UqdTRPhiMeeNj5GlO2wrlIadgXNU1befG02Bph8XY2MtcwKZxJU4xmQRspGwQAhogjnj4/s400/NYXLIPSPASAKE-BLOG-SWATCH.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452925299987853186" border="0" /></a><br /></span>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-56514308566480032702010-03-03T08:57:00.009-05:002010-03-03T11:14:49.494-05:00*Review* Lush Products<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisAUo0paf6K_x622coRbz4Y_9hGsji_wB19rOH-LuOOwmgrg6-qzeyfel6OGBCO0-jnmu0UHDjahRseiTG7l-mtnIQAcBYa_0xSUn5bkjQRYJlGXUvi_Gs850GAWjk5fjtDYZ2cfSXqA4/s1600-h/LUSH+LOGO.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 184px; height: 93px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisAUo0paf6K_x622coRbz4Y_9hGsji_wB19rOH-LuOOwmgrg6-qzeyfel6OGBCO0-jnmu0UHDjahRseiTG7l-mtnIQAcBYa_0xSUn5bkjQRYJlGXUvi_Gs850GAWjk5fjtDYZ2cfSXqA4/s400/LUSH+LOGO.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444441404512423810" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:verdana;">This past year I caught the LUSH bug. Here is a review on the some of the items that I purchased and how I feel about LUSH in general after the bug went loose. </span></span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /><span style="font-family:verdana;">1. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Honey I Washed The Kids Soap</span> - As I mentioned in my previous review, I adore the way this soap smells and out of all of the LUSH soaps that I have tried this scent seemed to linger on my skin the longest amount of time. It also had the best lather but the staying power (amount of time it takes to melt) was mediocre and the honey comb top was totally useless.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:verdana;">2. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Rock Star Soap</span> - This was another scent that I fell in love with. The best way I can describe the smell is bubble gum meets cotton candy meets vanilla. Now, normally I am not a fan of candy scented anything but this one is an exception to the rule. Good scent aside, this soap melted away very quickly although the lather was pretty decent. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:verdana;">3. <span style="font-weight: bold;">A Ring of Roses Buttercream</span> - Now, this is the description of buttercreams according to the LUSH website.</span></span> <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">A Buttercream is what soap hopes to become in its next life if it behaves very well in this one. At LUSH we minimize the 'soap' part of our soaps so that we can fill them up with lots of other lovely things. Most soaps are 99% soap and 1% fragrance; 2% for a really posh one. Buttercreams are 20% soap to clean your body and 80% butters, oils, infusions and other fabulous things to get your skin looking and feeling lovely. </span><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" >Sounds good doesn't it? </span><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" >well it didn't work for me at all!</span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;"> </span><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" >This product had the best staying power but other then that it did nothing else. It barely lathered unless you rubbed it with a loofah, the scent was barely there, and with all of the butters, oils, and infusions that they add to it - it actually made my skin feel dry.<span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span>Very pointless product.</span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;"> </span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" ><br /><br /></span><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" >4. </span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" >Up You Gets Emotibomb - </span><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:85%;" >Emotibombs are basically bath bombs which are supposed to unleash a scent while you shower and provoke a certain "emotion" much like aromatherapy. Now, the whole emotion thing I take with a grain of salt although lavender does tend to calm me down when I am anxious but I digress...this was another product which did absolutely nothing for me at all. In the bag I was able to smell the emotibomb but once in the shower it lost it scent completely and I tried all different ways to get it to work. Nope..nada..nothing...another pointless product. Unless I purchased a bum bomb lol bum bomb :P<br /><br />5. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Therapy Massage Bar - </span>Made out of shea butter, cocoa butter, and various oils; this bar was definitely very moisturizing to say the least. I had the hubster use it on my back and in turn I used it on him and it felt very nice for both of us - although it created an incredible greasy mess. After using it that one time I stored the rest of the bar away in my fridge believing that I would use it again until both my husband and I received a wonderful gift of a horrendous break-out on both of our backs. You know the kind of pimples that are painful and huge?? Yep, that's what we got. Needless to say Therapy went buh bye although really I should have known better. Maybe we used too much for one sitting?? *shrug*<br /><br />6. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Honey I Washed The Kids Solid Perfume</span> - I saved the best for last. There isn't much to explain - this solid perfume is Honey I Washed the kids in solid form - packaged in a small container - perfect for rubbing on to the wrists and sides of the neck. There ya go! The perfect way to carry a great scent around on your skin. And the best part about it? I received it as an extra in a swap from a very lovely MUA member. I am still in awe of her generosity! This is by far the best product that I have had the pleasure of owning from LUSH. Why? Because it lasts and you actually get what you pay for.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Final Analysis</span> - It goes without saying that my obsession with LUSH products has ended. I was happy to have tried all of these products out, painful pimples and all, as I am an experimental type of person by nature. However, I can't seem to scrub away the overwhelming feeling that I was being robbed without a gun for a bunch of overpriced gimmicky products that just don't cut the cake. Toilet meet money *flush* Now, having said that, it doesn't mean that this store isn't fun for an occasional indulgence or perhaps there are tons of items that are fantastic for other people but just didn't work for me....after all I haven't tried out the majority of stuff they have to offer so perhaps this review is even more juvenile then LUSH itself! Or maybe I am just bitter that I have to suffer through buyer's remorse - an emotion which makeupalley.com has cured since I can swap away my cosmetic mistakes and with LUSH it melted away before I got the chance to.<br /><br />Whatever the case is...I saw...I tried...and I went :)<br /><br />Anyway, let me get off of my soap box!<br /><br />Bye!<br /></span>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-55042104649936700132010-03-02T11:30:00.024-05:002010-03-03T07:04:32.692-05:00My Favorite Fall/Winter Plummy Shades<span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:verdana;">As the end of winter begins to draw near *yay!* I wanted to pay homage to my favorite fall/winter plummy shades that I absolutely wore out this season. </span></span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" >Blush</span><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqANfVV5ryzN7zdy-73vsyS0_Ill9YszfPnLz-EZ7Dbo_ZkaErcgN8408DJlpBIGHIDieJoMOCbxZD1dU3Rmp6UTozoNJ_xlB3l8KGrwCEDEZpdPslH4BisMA7WrzWLZlyCL8b-PH0pRg/s1600-h/Plummy1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 154px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqANfVV5ryzN7zdy-73vsyS0_Ill9YszfPnLz-EZ7Dbo_ZkaErcgN8408DJlpBIGHIDieJoMOCbxZD1dU3Rmp6UTozoNJ_xlB3l8KGrwCEDEZpdPslH4BisMA7WrzWLZlyCL8b-PH0pRg/s320/Plummy1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444085617822722994" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:verdana;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge in Velvet Plum</span> - Beautifully rich plummy tone which when applied lightly gives my cheeks a wonderful yet deep wintry flush. Great product for all skin tones when used with the right tool. Nice for lips as well but can be a bit drying without a gloss on top. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:verdana;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">NARS Sin</span> - On my medium/light skin tone Sin comes across as a mauvey yet slightly plummy shade. There is some shimmer to this product yet it is slight and not overdone at all. As is the case with all of the NARS blushes that I own, I love how Sin perks up my complexion and makes my skin look alive and fresh. LOVE LOVE LOVE</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:verdana;">*Please note that the swatches in the pic below appear a bit darker as they are layered on my skin*<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Gt0FDwzMbJ7zqgWXdr2XhkUM6QyQOTXtT54h4IkVX7BuUbzUADOAaVkGpjtmE16FOBgyuBQduCI5WFITcEFZLpmdcEdSMwFrlYUKJimx8fMRN8y37ls-818RXxY74en6K-E-G2_XMwk/s1600-h/bbvelvetnarssinswatch.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 291px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Gt0FDwzMbJ7zqgWXdr2XhkUM6QyQOTXtT54h4IkVX7BuUbzUADOAaVkGpjtmE16FOBgyuBQduCI5WFITcEFZLpmdcEdSMwFrlYUKJimx8fMRN8y37ls-818RXxY74en6K-E-G2_XMwk/s320/bbvelvetnarssinswatch.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444098776640740402" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" >Eye Shadow</span><br /></div><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjobsi000rZN3oAl8F-QrjKHZAGeWCMSIRscPtJWVpwBUtiFjganJfczyMmsuCmJUY5W0Eqfcmoerdo7_2nOvMcp8kZJHsTNvRZNziL8sK7NVdU0-OtOCEfl8OjXm1xADLlEVuY6Vh4wng/s1600-h/PlummyES1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 303px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjobsi000rZN3oAl8F-QrjKHZAGeWCMSIRscPtJWVpwBUtiFjganJfczyMmsuCmJUY5W0Eqfcmoerdo7_2nOvMcp8kZJHsTNvRZNziL8sK7NVdU0-OtOCEfl8OjXm1xADLlEVuY6Vh4wng/s320/PlummyES1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444103190472725570" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">MAC Handwritten</span> - Beautiful dark brown/purple color which is perfect for a smokey eye and/or outer v. Fantastic Matte2 consistency which makes this shadow blend like a dream with amazing pigmentation.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">NYX Eggplant</span> - Shimmery purple color with a slight grey undertone. One of the few NYX purple shades that I could pull off.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxxiCGoYE5nPe7vAjN7ei7xQFXxOpOK3j4FgHM3vPY9TdcmoOwQhHF_4-_eoCEuhzmlTyGPulKlHeueur1oO-tsbR8jKtzMx3qHq8FiU7zQi26-Oii3eSA2YYj35bkhff_hRFIqBuHmFQ/s1600-h/plumesswatch1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 223px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxxiCGoYE5nPe7vAjN7ei7xQFXxOpOK3j4FgHM3vPY9TdcmoOwQhHF_4-_eoCEuhzmlTyGPulKlHeueur1oO-tsbR8jKtzMx3qHq8FiU7zQi26-Oii3eSA2YYj35bkhff_hRFIqBuHmFQ/s320/plumesswatch1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444106073095790210" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" >Lips</span><br /></div><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmj-U2K875msDan-Qmk5hDR6T3lTf0Yuo4ItDZUY0CcG7qQT2otvh2oIj3kJjzJ4pYTboUFKDoYEB2rwKR56-NNImms_Xrxb3mX1jFKZ22umd4mEpai2AOFiD_pi8R86IE4vVVZsBC9L4/s1600-h/lmcm2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 154px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmj-U2K875msDan-Qmk5hDR6T3lTf0Yuo4ItDZUY0CcG7qQT2otvh2oIj3kJjzJ4pYTboUFKDoYEB2rwKR56-NNImms_Xrxb3mX1jFKZ22umd4mEpai2AOFiD_pi8R86IE4vVVZsBC9L4/s320/lmcm2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444172061667971442" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Club Monaco Lipstick in Glaze</span> - I find this lip color to be similar to Clinique's black honey except it is a bit richer in color. Applies beautifully and gives that perfect amount of plum color to the lips without looking like something that walked out of a 90's ad (btw I was guilty of rocking the dark browns in the 90's :) This lipstick was given to me by a very good friend who informed me that Monica Lewinski wore this in an interview hence making the product super popular. I believe it is now discontinued....much like Monica :)</span><br /><br /></span><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Laura Mercier Plumping Lip Gloss Wildberry</span> - Very pretty sheer berry tone. Very wearable alone or on top of lipstick. I believe this is discontinued too..what a shame.</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikYPz8iSpKIelt-KecskcbmMHkcj-zOsoeYrWwZP64ZzrQ-blmaafHYTSpvG98lRIXITNpEsWlTOVIhziuluCdB8Ez-r2SVRIUI12QSrsbDbNWEl3cSATdlcKcTC1Q2o9VF8zvU05dOAk/s1600-h/lmcm1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 265px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikYPz8iSpKIelt-KecskcbmMHkcj-zOsoeYrWwZP64ZzrQ-blmaafHYTSpvG98lRIXITNpEsWlTOVIhziuluCdB8Ez-r2SVRIUI12QSrsbDbNWEl3cSATdlcKcTC1Q2o9VF8zvU05dOAk/s320/lmcm1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444172273095834834" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /></span>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-53638808661564888672010-03-01T22:53:00.012-05:002010-03-04T12:46:52.238-05:00*Review* Chanel Bronze Universal<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihHAvfs2fBgwAkdNokNRnDzQsZoA9xJSfyHS5iAiSG403EAOFewuDv68Ya5_oQXxl2APpVTthpSfM2TgRqNGlPYxZJU83s3OlvmVBKTGUdvU1x2rmkbrny4rKR4BaqpQfSoW21VP8av9k/s1600-h/ChanelBronzeUniversel.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 172px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihHAvfs2fBgwAkdNokNRnDzQsZoA9xJSfyHS5iAiSG403EAOFewuDv68Ya5_oQXxl2APpVTthpSfM2TgRqNGlPYxZJU83s3OlvmVBKTGUdvU1x2rmkbrny4rKR4BaqpQfSoW21VP8av9k/s320/ChanelBronzeUniversel.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443882553014306642" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-family:verdana;">*PICS BELOW*</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:verdana;">Pros:</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:verdana;">Consistency - Very unique! Creamy mousse like consistency which quickly dries to a matte finish with amazing staying power. Can be worn over or under foundation and as a base for darker skin tones.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:verdana;">Color - Extremely natural sun kissed tone (I am NC 30-35). The most natural bronzer that I have tried so far. Gives my skin a very nice glow without looking muddy or overly dewy. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:verdana;">Packaging - Comes in a large round glass jar. Very solid and elegant as is the case with all Chanel products. I have to check my package to see what the weight is but you get an enormous amount of product. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:verdana;">Application - Build-able! Very easy to go from light to dark as it doesn't apply heavily at all. I use a mini MAC 187 brush to softly stipple on the product and then I buff it into my skin with the same brush or a mini kabuki depending on how much blending needs to be done. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:verdana;">Price - $48.00 US - Now, this is definitely a con to me and I am sure a lot of people out there as $48.00 is a pretty penny to pay for a beauty product which doesn't vanish wrinkles :) However, as I mentioned above, you get a ton of product for your money and a fantastically unique product which actually works. Overall I say it's worth the investment. </span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqgMcO8Mv1TlPF8i0mxFcJxYP10J-c__sZFK0hkEgjgfpQDtbXhz5gJxTE2p4Kq7nQLPxW2dZqIeRWynEp2IGxuCofDjtnG_SK93vzos9PkDARIcLxr9RiNi8l-n5AQlLFmrxa-F9kM_Q/s1600-h/chanel2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 274px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqgMcO8Mv1TlPF8i0mxFcJxYP10J-c__sZFK0hkEgjgfpQDtbXhz5gJxTE2p4Kq7nQLPxW2dZqIeRWynEp2IGxuCofDjtnG_SK93vzos9PkDARIcLxr9RiNi8l-n5AQlLFmrxa-F9kM_Q/s320/chanel2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444033017747331906" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAlftNMBehgKioZo-U-mny4TM9K7jKk1GyiKNn0j2oMl-0fhE7RCRLBjYAx926_BeMyMiJpeISNtmkUUXUhIlamxVIUUAARmexomURbZFCpQZv629n2hTgUUSAsAlHVxLdyeLTOtqB1RY/s1600-h/Chanelbronzeunicloseup1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 314px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAlftNMBehgKioZo-U-mny4TM9K7jKk1GyiKNn0j2oMl-0fhE7RCRLBjYAx926_BeMyMiJpeISNtmkUUXUhIlamxVIUUAARmexomURbZFCpQZv629n2hTgUUSAsAlHVxLdyeLTOtqB1RY/s320/Chanelbronzeunicloseup1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444033192053941714" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz8onAPoP5uYaxe3-Ig5lG0-9L51tHnrSDD3VtjYcH3gzQoJ9o5PvMWnV0fzUQt6QGpNaUPbmAlUVzNS7JUTvPzvWvKNJsNfG_Sh_lmBAY_nyc0uO67_kRYEd2RyFDDd_EoX8rNW3Vaas/s1600-h/chanelswatch.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 181px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz8onAPoP5uYaxe3-Ig5lG0-9L51tHnrSDD3VtjYcH3gzQoJ9o5PvMWnV0fzUQt6QGpNaUPbmAlUVzNS7JUTvPzvWvKNJsNfG_Sh_lmBAY_nyc0uO67_kRYEd2RyFDDd_EoX8rNW3Vaas/s320/chanelswatch.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444033314041465506" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:verdana;">*I will upload a pic of me wearing this bronzer after I give birth and the puffiness of my face calms down a bit. The swatches really don't do the product justice!*</span></span>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-30434082109102010322009-12-20T12:34:00.020-05:002010-03-03T07:02:33.534-05:00Barbie Loves Stila - Swatches, Review, & Product PhotosI decided to create a post about this wonderful set since it is now available at the Stila website for $20.00 - a true steal in my opinion. I am also going to add in the Foxy Barbie set, however, I do not see it on the Stila website anymore. It is available for a great price on ebay though :)<br /><br /><center><span style="font-weight:bold;">Barbie Loves Stila - 1959 #1 Ponytail Doll</span></center><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwzmlWqIVbyd9SaHhsM1gLqFzecB7eezRsyRc4VHXn0QjpyvcP3qsDi_KAFNAURVGpApL179MwL9hUUsyCoD1KVmcyu9G-_IzJFP5GgO3FF559vm7JDYSxjyTe-cNOc0Y0Uv_gP2FL2Js/s1600-h/stilaponysetbg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 290px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwzmlWqIVbyd9SaHhsM1gLqFzecB7eezRsyRc4VHXn0QjpyvcP3qsDi_KAFNAURVGpApL179MwL9hUUsyCoD1KVmcyu9G-_IzJFP5GgO3FF559vm7JDYSxjyTe-cNOc0Y0Uv_gP2FL2Js/s320/stilaponysetbg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417379758365854882" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9W0taGPehSNrHlWQGlH2vxChbCXi0B__2iNIQuWaVbyTVJxSmXhTH3BE6BYmYdwmqvxMze4bACA1qFOiDuRcdT4J3Q4-LRWzitCjk3H8FaFTMSGdNIaRJoFnStmrlCmfUq9JGs9pNiRc/s1600-h/stilaponypalettebg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 189px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9W0taGPehSNrHlWQGlH2vxChbCXi0B__2iNIQuWaVbyTVJxSmXhTH3BE6BYmYdwmqvxMze4bACA1qFOiDuRcdT4J3Q4-LRWzitCjk3H8FaFTMSGdNIaRJoFnStmrlCmfUq9JGs9pNiRc/s320/stilaponypalettebg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417392322231139890" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOlRWaamD1uBPbNkaRVe2gk6JPPD5Yd7xRjancwyVAEsuWug0R80FfuD1ZAXZbw8YwFU2aXhOQLT6o1cAswZzdpAUk60YkM7HagN4veULwVhVmBvJEMYYpMkzN072P7nouZ76S9JE3qsY/s1600-h/stilaponyswatches1bg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 262px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOlRWaamD1uBPbNkaRVe2gk6JPPD5Yd7xRjancwyVAEsuWug0R80FfuD1ZAXZbw8YwFU2aXhOQLT6o1cAswZzdpAUk60YkM7HagN4veULwVhVmBvJEMYYpMkzN072P7nouZ76S9JE3qsY/s320/stilaponyswatches1bg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417387481823327618" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn4R1E5tQiK7Tc-6xS7ZHmfRM429AAjoWeiz8ZPGh5FkcmxsBi0P6rxXJHI4TJUutuuadMKkjVoSAvC1EhE8Gjclp1Ur55aUNWlzd5_b7q-nf3i5oJl4XiJaWaAWKu-qh1IhvkOyGuyNM/s1600-h/stilaponylipswatchbg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 115px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn4R1E5tQiK7Tc-6xS7ZHmfRM429AAjoWeiz8ZPGh5FkcmxsBi0P6rxXJHI4TJUutuuadMKkjVoSAvC1EhE8Gjclp1Ur55aUNWlzd5_b7q-nf3i5oJl4XiJaWaAWKu-qh1IhvkOyGuyNM/s320/stilaponylipswatchbg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417389553175745266" /></a><br /><br /><center><span style="font-weight:bold;">Barbie Loves Stila - Foxy Doll</span></center><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ6OMrDMQF8O4yilBMdu08UaTR3aWD32DUP1YHkSXhKII6vY7CNDBRzI80iT0Z-JPunsJgIMOYafdHslNkH_kcn-bAi1P8hS3jkq1M-clcFMZX22Uh_6ZDaPAHQDs-NpbyHM9jaszbSak/s1600-h/stilafoxydollbg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 290px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ6OMrDMQF8O4yilBMdu08UaTR3aWD32DUP1YHkSXhKII6vY7CNDBRzI80iT0Z-JPunsJgIMOYafdHslNkH_kcn-bAi1P8hS3jkq1M-clcFMZX22Uh_6ZDaPAHQDs-NpbyHM9jaszbSak/s320/stilafoxydollbg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417391815244482290" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFM6OY9xZSaEHJKoppVsO5AyRok1mSCAeveC_z2hRdUnv3SWtKLjrvqrpI8p2BrTC8dWhAQt3cCPBzki1Xfkqp0wuvY7-NNnfDID23ufqS7hxR5Jz5rpVMEEcwiX-89-25JmTeC05bPlo/s1600-h/stilafoxdollpallettebg1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 145px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFM6OY9xZSaEHJKoppVsO5AyRok1mSCAeveC_z2hRdUnv3SWtKLjrvqrpI8p2BrTC8dWhAQt3cCPBzki1Xfkqp0wuvY7-NNnfDID23ufqS7hxR5Jz5rpVMEEcwiX-89-25JmTeC05bPlo/s320/stilafoxdollpallettebg1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417392983769355490" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR1LjuYXM78GVMoetsxmIOlsJgimi2nOgKRiVj5kDLoSL9xRq8jFVl7DKXawYDUQSQXAShhyphenhyphenlT84NrPD99zH4zT97wtuftVIcraklMvaDp1zjJ_wiKV-zi6iVSn-Y-iLIReTUSf-5IEx8/s1600-h/stilafoxswatchbg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 180px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR1LjuYXM78GVMoetsxmIOlsJgimi2nOgKRiVj5kDLoSL9xRq8jFVl7DKXawYDUQSQXAShhyphenhyphenlT84NrPD99zH4zT97wtuftVIcraklMvaDp1zjJ_wiKV-zi6iVSn-Y-iLIReTUSf-5IEx8/s320/stilafoxswatchbg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417395057261810130" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0-ZNEeJrX82z8re86D1KuknFwwFywysVeB0yL6NMaVf7tZx-6lqmrYy1zWLG_zf1IZBt0qqzzu1GilDtGAoZYXSQDnlXbphL9TWhGFLt04YyeY0UCYPUCFZAPaMmWC8Wcy8s_DVl0CwY/s1600-h/foxyapricotbg1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 100px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0-ZNEeJrX82z8re86D1KuknFwwFywysVeB0yL6NMaVf7tZx-6lqmrYy1zWLG_zf1IZBt0qqzzu1GilDtGAoZYXSQDnlXbphL9TWhGFLt04YyeY0UCYPUCFZAPaMmWC8Wcy8s_DVl0CwY/s320/foxyapricotbg1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417394366637487106" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5YXRf0kGF2BAfKZGx_ZLglCkJtn_S2yroZCQhMPJxJOBhBuxexl3mHGLj395qqLELY_mNsbLPw4WvVJUjHiwhQ0L79R8O2r89G2NlmL1-iSQ0eMJyfmJkCdwY3a_kVwBNa_TVfBWUGc0/s1600-h/foxymascarabg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 138px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5YXRf0kGF2BAfKZGx_ZLglCkJtn_S2yroZCQhMPJxJOBhBuxexl3mHGLj395qqLELY_mNsbLPw4WvVJUjHiwhQ0L79R8O2r89G2NlmL1-iSQ0eMJyfmJkCdwY3a_kVwBNa_TVfBWUGc0/s320/foxymascarabg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417394625251946690" /></a><br /><br />Review: 1959 #1 Ponytail Doll<br /><br />Packaging: I admit that I am a total sucker for pretty packaging. However, what makes this packaging a bonus is the adorable paint can which can be used as a cosmetic brush holder, hair brush holder, etc<br /><br />Eyeshadows: Both shadows are wonderfully pigmented and are a breeze to blend. The dark blue one has a shimmer to it which isn't overpowering and the black shadow has a matte consistency which can also be used as a liner. <br /><br />Blush: Light coral color with illumining properties. I would say that the shade will probably be very flattering on most skin tones. <br /><br />Lipstick: Cherry red color with a matte consistency. I would say this is the item I liked the least out of the bunch. The color is very pretty but it does not feel pleasant on my lips at all. I think it's way too drying - even for a matte. <br /><br />Eyeliner: Decent liquid liner (black) which goes on smoothly. Not the best and not the worst I have tried. I found the color to be a bit of a dull black - almost a dark grey if I had to describe it. <br /><br />Review: Foxy Doll<br /><br />Packaging: See above.<br /><br />Eyeshadows: As I mentioned in the review above, both shadows are highly pigmented and are a breeze to blend. In this set the 2 colors are in the metallic family and both do a fantastic job at brightening the eye area without an obnoxious amount of shimmer. They are truly gorgeous neutral shadows. <br /><br />Blush: Another very nice coral shade except this one is darker with a matte consistency. Almost a mauvey coral color if that makes sense.<br /><br />Lip Glaze: Sheer apricot lip gloss. I like the color alot but was underwhelmed at the complete sheerness of the product. <br /><br />Mascara: I really didn't expect this mascara to be any good but I actually like it! I wouldn't say I love it enough to run out and purchase it but I will certainly use it until it dries out. Not a bad product at all and it's full size! <br /><br />Overall - If anybody gets the opportunity to purchase these sets on sale I would say grab them. If nothing else just for the shadows alone.Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-14947293300464689462009-12-20T10:19:00.011-05:002009-12-20T13:42:46.443-05:00Red Lips...Faves"Beauty, to me, is about being comfortable in your own skin. That, or a kick-ass red lipstick." <br />Gwyneth Paltrow<br /><br />I think that quote says it all! Below are my top 3 choices for "kick-ass" red lips.<br /><br /><center>1. MAC Russian Red (Classic Matte Retro Red)</center><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwQvfCKfpIaqQdpQ5oCfHWD91APOoX4pAzMRs0oQ9PodjDOgv1ZQEDvjOlkBX6o-UnADISrJKA_JWufDzpnWtBwHOnGtzSgj6XjJwyJE_M54wLimtTkWVZadNrOENXngoIT7W8YgWcJWA/s1600-h/Russianredbg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 206px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwQvfCKfpIaqQdpQ5oCfHWD91APOoX4pAzMRs0oQ9PodjDOgv1ZQEDvjOlkBX6o-UnADISrJKA_JWufDzpnWtBwHOnGtzSgj6XjJwyJE_M54wLimtTkWVZadNrOENXngoIT7W8YgWcJWA/s320/Russianredbg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417343384453529666" /></a><br /><br /><center>2. NYX Snow White (Deep Scarlet Red - A steal for $1.00!!!)</center><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZpr42JX2bayUdpy7MLtvOAAb_6ZAOyaU0Qtqs62pSeOZVuEoszPGmS2N0pMpkMl3ZAnxz5KTUSKi6RgPPJQ5HCUr-tmgXxIq-xYqT6nzk0ooepGFwGVWgbrqNN4VqFe3owA8NRuaw1Ho/s1600-h/snowwhitebg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 226px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZpr42JX2bayUdpy7MLtvOAAb_6ZAOyaU0Qtqs62pSeOZVuEoszPGmS2N0pMpkMl3ZAnxz5KTUSKi6RgPPJQ5HCUr-tmgXxIq-xYqT6nzk0ooepGFwGVWgbrqNN4VqFe3owA8NRuaw1Ho/s320/snowwhitebg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417344160670853650" /></a><br /><br /><center>3. MAC Port Red (Slightly metallic glamour red)</center><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUi5PzN5b5yVEPG0ElYrGr5oOd7om6TouBlnxeohkPBWvvl_rQIQBAIhyMRisXGNk4a1bcSMGY75p2l4q6lyfXZE2LSS_SaxMIGw6No6bbMU5tn0l4Cb9-fscqbHbuuKVd2SrtKYlYyLg/s1600-h/portredbg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 227px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUi5PzN5b5yVEPG0ElYrGr5oOd7om6TouBlnxeohkPBWvvl_rQIQBAIhyMRisXGNk4a1bcSMGY75p2l4q6lyfXZE2LSS_SaxMIGw6No6bbMU5tn0l4Cb9-fscqbHbuuKVd2SrtKYlYyLg/s320/portredbg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417344716676960786" /></a><br /><br /><center>Swatches...</center><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8ku5wYdzh7U1LyZzRc-RqVuiSK7YHsS5YZ770qHVmmwEMCV7GwkBrYcLrIHe309lfcHcIke58cU5aTp2nxKdk2jU-7JhxhQCF5VB_k3uEDCIQLR4GLPSfinuDWWz8byT8XgsnB_KG2u4/s1600-h/redswatchbg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 223px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8ku5wYdzh7U1LyZzRc-RqVuiSK7YHsS5YZ770qHVmmwEMCV7GwkBrYcLrIHe309lfcHcIke58cU5aTp2nxKdk2jU-7JhxhQCF5VB_k3uEDCIQLR4GLPSfinuDWWz8byT8XgsnB_KG2u4/s320/redswatchbg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417344855994890210" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinJHc3QRikYdRwZVkCz1JpiXUgyT8_-hIvPpiB7c-iBH4f1tqh69C-ogs_9ChjIOQN3CMGV6FwQDOPM7PYviChkx7Ewa8gGH1n1UqwP3tlZBobdE7ThpE3pQa0EdW_AmaY9s6VOuquQas/s1600-h/redlipsbg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 224px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinJHc3QRikYdRwZVkCz1JpiXUgyT8_-hIvPpiB7c-iBH4f1tqh69C-ogs_9ChjIOQN3CMGV6FwQDOPM7PYviChkx7Ewa8gGH1n1UqwP3tlZBobdE7ThpE3pQa0EdW_AmaY9s6VOuquQas/s320/redlipsbg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417347020827004738" /></a>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-3596700287169507732009-06-21T09:08:00.017-04:002009-12-20T10:50:24.091-05:00NYX Mega Shine Lipgloss - Swatches & Product PhotosSome of my favorite items from NYX are their Mega Shine Lipglosses. These glosses come in a wide variety of different shades, textures, finishes, and you get alot of product for the money (0.53 fl.oz.)<br /><br />They retail for $4.99 @ Ulta and they regularly have sales (Every month you can always find a $3.50 off or 20% off coupon too!) If you do not have an Ulta near you, or if your store does not offer a wide variety of NYX, cherryculture.com is a great alternative as they have a wide amount of inventory and they also offer great sale prices periodically throughout the year.<br /><br />See below for some product photos and swatches.<br />I chose the ones below to show the variety of different colors and finishes.<br />(Click on the pics for close-ups)<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifKTS_qxi_u8igvdrgelwN6h0xvVGCMvqhJbZvzsKERyVQhYopL3_0FXaB1itcCqE1j0DDkcQ4bAtAbf1jjVJSezEmB-mAzA_wZw_gsX3eQypzNGOxV9lvHumrVdOEzOb4tEiSOXyepPc/s1600-h/NYXMSBG.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351044420868993314" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 246px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifKTS_qxi_u8igvdrgelwN6h0xvVGCMvqhJbZvzsKERyVQhYopL3_0FXaB1itcCqE1j0DDkcQ4bAtAbf1jjVJSezEmB-mAzA_wZw_gsX3eQypzNGOxV9lvHumrVdOEzOb4tEiSOXyepPc/s320/NYXMSBG.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUxXre-h28lw3noDiAoQzqZhEfVS9TxHX689K_nczKSpiUdpOrcmeitWXpmkesrbCKcW08TEIlAZhT672CLLyekFQN_LWJt7PsX1Zq0RzJ4jraoZay-oLB9WAZllnrXLk4gl1Bh90mtaE/s1600-h/nyxmglossflashbg.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351044358563274322" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 293px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUxXre-h28lw3noDiAoQzqZhEfVS9TxHX689K_nczKSpiUdpOrcmeitWXpmkesrbCKcW08TEIlAZhT672CLLyekFQN_LWJt7PsX1Zq0RzJ4jraoZay-oLB9WAZllnrXLk4gl1Bh90mtaE/s320/nyxmglossflashbg.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZGsACM2xwlAIXLoQL1lxmx1WasMYIkZiG8l7m6RmLJvWxKM2LxnP_MIl-mEg3GOPiB8HJS5Xrz8veYeDz6rvHqIPLswc4w7eZ1xPc8AhF7MRDerIM2abtRM4hbI1xiGfgSt9r1ywJYVc/s1600-h/nyxmgswatchesbg2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351044297901942610" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 138px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZGsACM2xwlAIXLoQL1lxmx1WasMYIkZiG8l7m6RmLJvWxKM2LxnP_MIl-mEg3GOPiB8HJS5Xrz8veYeDz6rvHqIPLswc4w7eZ1xPc8AhF7MRDerIM2abtRM4hbI1xiGfgSt9r1ywJYVc/s320/nyxmgswatchesbg2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggPsCt0y_Cr9rgfEjyUkV6ON-oZKJsNV8m7AbCxUyjuRd7WaJS43eYzfl6qoDcIK4kIKKpvJZwZDodkbd23Iex-usTSUm9CjntNpOuLeypu5zxy1NY5aklk6D2rW24G7prlLWCJCt6n80/s1600-h/nyxmsswatchesbg.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351045245197221826" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 148px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggPsCt0y_Cr9rgfEjyUkV6ON-oZKJsNV8m7AbCxUyjuRd7WaJS43eYzfl6qoDcIK4kIKKpvJZwZDodkbd23Iex-usTSUm9CjntNpOuLeypu5zxy1NY5aklk6D2rW24G7prlLWCJCt6n80/s320/nyxmsswatchesbg.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivIUY3t96tsWJV1dkpOoNNzmP6YSc5yjj_01i7BLHoC8I-xeswezyIKkXihyphenhyphenNSVgCNLHkQeTmXbrtj-evy0oVEwxSHDKmm25C3E_PWU9TD2oqhTvAEoeTwYJCvLrEjCjmi4EcOOKKRyW8/s1600-h/NYXMSBG.jpg"></a><br /><div><br /><div></div></div><br /><div><br /><div><br /><div><br /></div></div></div></div></div></div>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-73238315561575911322009-06-13T09:05:00.025-04:002010-03-03T08:27:10.049-05:00NYX Blues - Swatches & Product PhotosI, along with many, am a big fan of NYX Cosmetics. I find this company to be the most affordable and best quality makeup line in drugstores. In addition to the great price and high quality, they offer a HUGE selection of various shades of eye shadows, lipsticks, lip gloss, blush, etc. There is definitely something out there for every look and every one! <br /><br />See below for some product photos and swatches of some of my favorite NYX blue tones shadows. Typically I am not a fan of blue ES but these are very pretty :)(Click on the pic to see a close-up)<br /><br /><div align="center"><strong><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;font-size:130%;">NYX Aquamarine Trio</span></strong></div><br /><div align="center"></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB6b3Nc9tqt-fidlOKLz8l0Ilc9qJXhqd-9k1tGPJQEMseuI0xN0EHaZqqfEwfjQkh5k6oEt-w-ZVp8SK8v3uVQLrr2UvuEaw_JvegXXxGx4gGVErGvZVOoiN1ELjEvUmuSUntLqBlkhM/s1600-h/blognyxaquamarinetrio1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351046369561834594" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 158px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB6b3Nc9tqt-fidlOKLz8l0Ilc9qJXhqd-9k1tGPJQEMseuI0xN0EHaZqqfEwfjQkh5k6oEt-w-ZVp8SK8v3uVQLrr2UvuEaw_JvegXXxGx4gGVErGvZVOoiN1ELjEvUmuSUntLqBlkhM/s320/blognyxaquamarinetrio1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNs-7CJ7Lcc88Be-0W3bx2Jngp0Y_Lcpz9Gk___JOVeyakTX4l1bo93hhp-LktNbwk140tr3z_VhTM8__AG5h6CfkpJdMqdcpFktL9r5_r3rJZOR3qppeb_E9AORkdy5F1bOUz2R1q28Q/s1600-h/blognyxaquatriocu1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351047383176394930" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 314px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNs-7CJ7Lcc88Be-0W3bx2Jngp0Y_Lcpz9Gk___JOVeyakTX4l1bo93hhp-LktNbwk140tr3z_VhTM8__AG5h6CfkpJdMqdcpFktL9r5_r3rJZOR3qppeb_E9AORkdy5F1bOUz2R1q28Q/s320/blognyxaquatriocu1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKhnjDQSWSc84tvAQlmDFXLbi6C_lkZ7mG0cD8YdvDCk0_228bUg_p1boK7dQxsCmFvnO5PDxVNbW40Q6oaYbYJy6W43TEyEeVHj9_lGpmuoNLURGNY66XHNTQZi8Hsp0n2_YEk2HVZRw/s1600-h/blognyxaquamarinetriocu2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351047454424335458" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 301px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 251px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKhnjDQSWSc84tvAQlmDFXLbi6C_lkZ7mG0cD8YdvDCk0_228bUg_p1boK7dQxsCmFvnO5PDxVNbW40Q6oaYbYJy6W43TEyEeVHj9_lGpmuoNLURGNY66XHNTQZi8Hsp0n2_YEk2HVZRw/s320/blognyxaquamarinetriocu2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWnRAQ3hJ5uG26AQMgdJK3-jgJsgs7ljisqC1fZTje0OJcMsYXlhrLNhIFiu0qPlk7lRqgmWiu-mIWv2n66E6oUOPqsdf_NgDmcG9aRFKEH_Mol2Cojq5RCBnWSOr7GDQRNve5XuYE_Lw/s1600-h/blognyxaquatriocu3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351048002078853586" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 210px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWnRAQ3hJ5uG26AQMgdJK3-jgJsgs7ljisqC1fZTje0OJcMsYXlhrLNhIFiu0qPlk7lRqgmWiu-mIWv2n66E6oUOPqsdf_NgDmcG9aRFKEH_Mol2Cojq5RCBnWSOr7GDQRNve5XuYE_Lw/s320/blognyxaquatriocu3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqMkNruJiaK-A8oNpHZfjdYamI4QBDWYAYBNRKNTw0sCYT5OqYp9pWzyTRqDnxu-7mqW2GIUnAcmf9bidk30XlwqiFiAD97p_3eooxKchHOmRVCQbOdUeWvTJE0I3EXx5EpED2oecw4sg/s1600-h/aquatrioswatchbg.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351048416506259778" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 210px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqMkNruJiaK-A8oNpHZfjdYamI4QBDWYAYBNRKNTw0sCYT5OqYp9pWzyTRqDnxu-7mqW2GIUnAcmf9bidk30XlwqiFiAD97p_3eooxKchHOmRVCQbOdUeWvTJE0I3EXx5EpED2oecw4sg/s320/aquatrioswatchbg.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div></span><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">NYX Single Eyeshadow in Atlantic & Navy Blue</span></strong><br /></p></span><br /><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUDqFstwY5fIkq56XnI8T30X8ebWCb96oLX7bOfhJh0szMZnniXYIZH-yjO79eTAIcLAkXMK6yXoaBPdNknJNwSKcIFnfOJa9i4g6zq9jMuPADsPTyyiaqCpc1vzYj74CO4uhWMgvXCng/s1600-h/nyxatlanticbg.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351048660849283346" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 299px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUDqFstwY5fIkq56XnI8T30X8ebWCb96oLX7bOfhJh0szMZnniXYIZH-yjO79eTAIcLAkXMK6yXoaBPdNknJNwSKcIFnfOJa9i4g6zq9jMuPADsPTyyiaqCpc1vzYj74CO4uhWMgvXCng/s320/nyxatlanticbg.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiIusrPrWvm_MTZ5UC0PHV4zXczun5B3h8hXiT-_sa9EyGdroLaV57A1YMxiG18HveAnAlFNjSY7YM5OAY_KvMxfwEf_zDdv5AI_iHDpeNX6MKz7v0YXFjQXYeJ13UcgaSMRuXbz_y_Qo/s1600-h/nyxnavybluebg.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351049264521614946" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 297px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiIusrPrWvm_MTZ5UC0PHV4zXczun5B3h8hXiT-_sa9EyGdroLaV57A1YMxiG18HveAnAlFNjSY7YM5OAY_KvMxfwEf_zDdv5AI_iHDpeNX6MKz7v0YXFjQXYeJ13UcgaSMRuXbz_y_Qo/s320/nyxnavybluebg.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsS2dax67rQf1EzsnQa9pSNGDNKStvHgIgVWPbLgMzKrmWzcwI1bETE2Hzj2H9cO3TeG5taTEj6h3tD2uDClUsvGE3o-jcdmIFWNe6c9pJBe-2iEapRzGLaDT1kc2lbS3pR12NX7EiIDw/s1600-h/Atlantic&Navy+Blue.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351049740397751538" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 187px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsS2dax67rQf1EzsnQa9pSNGDNKStvHgIgVWPbLgMzKrmWzcwI1bETE2Hzj2H9cO3TeG5taTEj6h3tD2uDClUsvGE3o-jcdmIFWNe6c9pJBe-2iEapRzGLaDT1kc2lbS3pR12NX7EiIDw/s320/Atlantic&Navy+Blue.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></span>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-81007036186966727332009-06-04T20:25:00.019-04:002009-06-13T09:00:24.930-04:00Kat Von D - Beethoven Palette Review & Swatches<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_18AshV78Y7zaTv8PLggdgm-_RLRJjeCXudNhZCSQhyphenhyphenu3S-K7dBjaGCjJvf3UbmyjmzJKndtteHrIqP5g_gB0COl3sWRmtoryF3AGM2E1H7vVDF5Yy7ZlpA4bX0OreSSy0P7fXw8pbg/s1600-h/title.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5346796235103362034" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 113px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_18AshV78Y7zaTv8PLggdgm-_RLRJjeCXudNhZCSQhyphenhyphenu3S-K7dBjaGCjJvf3UbmyjmzJKndtteHrIqP5g_gB0COl3sWRmtoryF3AGM2E1H7vVDF5Yy7ZlpA4bX0OreSSy0P7fXw8pbg/s320/title.jpg" border="0" /></a><strong>Pros:</strong><br /><br />Colors: What initially attracted me to this palette were the gorgeous and very well put together variety of shades. (I was particularly excited about the deep blue and purple ones!) Normally whenever I purchase a palette I tend to only like a couple of the colors - however, I find all of these not only beautiful but extremely wearable for both day and nighttime looks. A huge A+ for versatility!<br /><br />Texture: Another wonderful thing about this product is the combination of both mattes and shimmers. I really like that because I tend to combine the two when I am putting together a look as too much shimmer does not look good on my crepey old lady eyes :)<br /><br />Packaging: The packaging is very nice and sleek and beautifully decorated with stars and roses - anotherwords it very much looks like something Kat Von D would carry around. As an extra bonus the mirror is nice and large although there is absolutely no point at all to the mini brushes it comes with...but then again when do any palettes come with good brushes? If anybody knows of any please do share!<br /><br /><strong>Cons:</strong><br /><br />There are two cons to this palette although one of them happens to be a rather large con which really takes away from the major props I would have given this product otherwise. The major con is the tremendous amount of fallout these shadows contain. Now, although annoying, fallout usually doesn't bother me that much because there are definitely things you can do to deal with that sort of thing like loose powder around the eyes, etc. etc. however these shadows are just a bit out of control to the point where you have to be very very careful that the dark colors don't mix in with the light colors because they fly everywhere!<br /><br />Another con is the somewhat chalky and crumbly texture of the shadows which I can somewhat handle because they are decently pigmented.<br /><br />Anyway, in the end it is a nice collection of colors to own but the quality definitely needs alot of improvement. If Ms.Von D/Sephora ever decides to improve upon the formula I would gladly purchase the rest of the palettes that she has to offer. Until then I will stick to what I have.<br /><br /><br />See below for product photos and swatches.<br /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343650293550168402" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 215px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV_GXgZROVIAnXaxhzO2jbON1DQ1hdZD1JwL_ZI_DScqAIXEtHaugKsw_I_tLTqYGVtVUBlcAqCcqMb9rZRM_rZs1V5j_heJSLe0ieVdkjI-pKtsODCnbwGc4bcEAyaAgJRHb1RHz3DxA/s400/Katvondeebeethoven+-1sthalf.jpg" border="0" /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343650581084117202" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 221px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw8yA5SwtAk2UXQg5sgNZ6G7bu88xwRUPW-ejlqHv8_OYCPy3dGax-e1XM3NLzRaFEcyVDArBdrD_baWlRAx4f5uvtTxU2gBM3uDGJz8O9brQ0RdUbwoGeZLRkeWO8k5WpjQ07QX_KHYQ/s400/Katvondeebeethoven+-2ndhalf.jpg" border="0" /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343650692635143250" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 108px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy-wdvOq62ubahVkqGrA-1hvfiP9ylBgrAFFL62NrMApLaWqwX_xPqQWgBuSxFO_dKNNblgHxqynp8okAJQY6tNDw1V-k1IgouTdxB5EC_jqV_IsEWQ2SUVKoukIZns54NuUMZMmG3iUs/s400/Katvondeebeethoven+-+full.jpg" border="0" /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343651017892762482" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 134px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq5EglS0dRSH72ZxPvPYkyVaq5a-BfPHakM5K4JP_glIZ-oNVoye5nUZmwlK9Oo7w0l6nkbC-fOBdD-Ii9_KUcCFXBRPsKHGb1JhbSLRIscesPy3NUf33jxZEnEM9C4qWNfvb8WAXPBZE/s400/kvdswatchfull.jpg" border="0" />Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-69407037695964310922009-06-04T19:43:00.015-04:002009-06-07T14:31:41.044-04:00Bobbi Brown - Pale Pink Dupe<div align="left"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">Pale Pink is the kind of blush that looks shockingly bright in the pan but very natural on the skin - especially when you use a light hand and the right tools. </span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;"></span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;"></span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"></span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">Not too long after I purchased Pale Pink I placed an order with Cherry Culture for a few much needed NYX items...one of the items that I bought happened to be NYX Pinky which is a hands-down exact duplicate of Pale Pink except Pinky was $4.99 and Pale Pink was $20.00 (I purchased Pale Pink off of ebay) Now, I know alot of people seem to be aware of this dupe but unfortunately for me, I learned this fact a little too late. </span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">See pics below:</span></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOli8kgsG2baagZLweM2lX34_Ec7VBfEvDzlXUU26lEp9si5omO5mQCmm8PRrljsZXNlbExBriStMOzYbbRAmrOzqKUt1kvuH34_2Y12JXJxyw4dFDyAWlas3J-iPlOo__MqkS4MkhaDU/s1600-h/BBPalepink-NYXpinkycomparison.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343626686071471426" style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 158px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOli8kgsG2baagZLweM2lX34_Ec7VBfEvDzlXUU26lEp9si5omO5mQCmm8PRrljsZXNlbExBriStMOzYbbRAmrOzqKUt1kvuH34_2Y12JXJxyw4dFDyAWlas3J-iPlOo__MqkS4MkhaDU/s400/BBPalepink-NYXpinkycomparison.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaxVV9wbXMBGMvrdvkjS2oKPOjlEdwkEfqJ8v5ww-L8g9CcIeymjbqkHFANtdYzEv5mTvK0WCGrrPKUjIhZhKGL1wdLviIMEzpU9dayZuvGdKE5P8XQVdwUp7AKNtCacoLJbP2n0kjuHs/s1600-h/BBPalepink-NYXpinkycomparison.jpg"></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxfrf-QHVm15oCNXGY-CkBCDpKfVR1J5kZurOj5nX2BcMafscIfA32tuYPebzMW3rcuIXt5PZ7W5ZCg_S_fy6KDVINu5gQ61IxhQmAgWFd9O3_q6SGzfq6AJtYqEKXhGj1_DLT8Oi1hbE/s1600-h/Swatch+-+Pinky-Pale+Pink.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343626781248827906" style="WIDTH: 324px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxfrf-QHVm15oCNXGY-CkBCDpKfVR1J5kZurOj5nX2BcMafscIfA32tuYPebzMW3rcuIXt5PZ7W5ZCg_S_fy6KDVINu5gQ61IxhQmAgWFd9O3_q6SGzfq6AJtYqEKXhGj1_DLT8Oi1hbE/s400/Swatch+-+Pinky-Pale+Pink.jpg" border="0" /></a>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-28974211573337565672009-05-17T09:33:00.012-04:002009-06-07T14:29:09.517-04:00EcoTools Bamboo Foundation Brush<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLfZFst1oygD2jHtZtzrzQOlUFN4UugU6D3M__5k7btKtKaHRso_Yuqpwd4MokES5CaRvJnqj4eGPHCHp54Dhprf64Cl9YIc1s8rD8iUh1ufYyfx8_YiYkiLqTPEjacZ1HABxde4JOkI4/s1600-h/ecotoolsfoundationbrush.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5336785982014021698" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLfZFst1oygD2jHtZtzrzQOlUFN4UugU6D3M__5k7btKtKaHRso_Yuqpwd4MokES5CaRvJnqj4eGPHCHp54Dhprf64Cl9YIc1s8rD8iUh1ufYyfx8_YiYkiLqTPEjacZ1HABxde4JOkI4/s200/ecotoolsfoundationbrush.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;font-size:100%;">I can not even begin to express how impressed I am with this brush. Throughout the years I have played around with quite a few foundation brushes (low end to high end) and not one of them delivered results half as well as this tool does.<br /><br />For starters, the bristles are very nice and soft yet dense enough to provide the coverage that you need. I have had absolutely no issues with shedding, the price is unbelievably cheap, and best of all........it doesn't streak!!!! which was my biggest gripe with foundation brushes to begin with.<br /><br />Overall, fantastically inexpensive (I purchased at Ulta for $4.99) and eco-friendly product that I highly recommend. I have also heard great things about their angled liner brush. Below are a few retailers that sell EcoTools.<br /><br />Target<br />Ulta<br />Longs<br />Walgreens<br />Drugstore.com</span>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2472461695895228619.post-96328206248459412009-04-28T06:37:00.014-04:002010-03-06T07:28:00.327-05:00Mineralized Skin Finishes - Friend or Foe?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhw6f2f-F1WsFdnEAv5nJ5495teB_L-Fu18aUCH_SJZtBll2RNxwY69q1vK1StyJS-rFzBoB5kH8OLZ6TIy4kfWNfpYgPpVo8DVI19M5YjPaXqer2ckjj0QXgoYmClp_W2AQbDOR1n_Ks/s1600-h/MAClightflushmsf1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5329780139575860114" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 133px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhw6f2f-F1WsFdnEAv5nJ5495teB_L-Fu18aUCH_SJZtBll2RNxwY69q1vK1StyJS-rFzBoB5kH8OLZ6TIy4kfWNfpYgPpVo8DVI19M5YjPaXqer2ckjj0QXgoYmClp_W2AQbDOR1n_Ks/s200/MAClightflushmsf1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;font-size:85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">If I had to choose one makeup phase that I am totally and completely happy to be done with; it was my crazed obsession with Mineralized Skin Finishes (MSF's) and Bobbi Brown Shimmerbricks. I don't know exactly how or why it started, but for a few months I absolutely HAD to own every single one that I came across. I collected these pieces of cosmetics as if they were some kind of rare jewel created by the makeup gods....sadly, all I really got out of my obsession in the end was a shimmery face and a big fat hole in my pocket. Oh well! If nothing else I still love my Shimpagne MSF as it gives the top of my cheekbones the most glorious glow! However, there are times.....when I am alone in the middle of the day....that I sit and wonder....why oh why did I spend at least $150.00 to look like a human disco ball??????</span><br /><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">Makes you think huh? MSF's friend or foe??</span><br /></span><br /><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;font-size:85%;"></span><br /><br /></div><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;font-size:85%;"></span>Marlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17869415360859689145noreply@blogger.com2