Late December Haul & Review: eyes & cheeks

Hola beauty buffs!*_*! This has been a very long time coming! It's my early December haul post. Since I got so much stuff during that month, and because I was on such a buying streak, I haven't gotten anything in terms of makeup for the year as yet. When I think that I've saved up enough money, I'll treat myself to a mini-makeup shopping spree, hehe.

Cheeks

• 1. NYX Powder Blush 02 Dusty Rose
• 2. Sasha Blush Melrose
• 3. Nabi Powder Bush 09 Brown

The Review

5 Star Grading System.

1. NYX Powder Blush 02 Dusty Rose

- Very pigmented, matte colour, looks like a barbie pink, wears medium-sheer to a bright pink.

- long lasting; it had durability & wear-ability to last all day

- when applied correctly, I can this working for most skin tones! It can be worn sheer, if applied lightly, or full force, if heavy handed.

- cute, simple, neat packaging.

- tons of product & inexpensive. I got it here for around $5-$6

- (H) in love with this product! 5/5*

2. Sacha Blush Melrose

- Very pigmented, looks like a bright peach, wears like a bright peach to an orange/red. Has shimmer, but they aren't overwhelming.

- long lasting, durable

- must be applied with a light hand, or anyone will look like a clown. If worn sheer, it could work great for most skin tones. But you need the right brush to apply it sheer.

- cute packaging, but is somewhat faulty

- the brush is ineffective & useless

- lots of product, however it is a bit pricey; ranging from $12-$15.

- i really love the colour, but rarely use it because it's too overwhelming and pigmented for everyday use, 4/5*

3. Nabi Powder Blush 09 Brown

 - pigmented, matte medium-toned brown colour

- can be applied sheer or heavy

- could be used on any skin tone. 

- works great as a contour powder for cheeks and the nose. That's why I bought it, when I thought I had lost my loose contouring powder.

- sleek, simple, neat packaging

- lots of product & inexpensive. price range: $4-$5

- very useful, 4/5*

Eyes

• 1. LA Splash Liquid Eye Liner black
• 2. Neutrogena Weightless Volume Mascara brown/black
• 3. Nabi Double Sided Eye liner & Shadow black/white
• 4. E.L.F. Wet Gloss Lash & Brow Clear Mascara

• 1. LA Splash Liquid Eye Liner black
• 2. Nabi Double Sided Eye liner & Shadow black/white

The Review

1. LA Splash Liquid Eye Liner black

- matte black liquid liner

- fast drying & long lasting

- thick & wide applicator brush tip, not the best brush for beginners in my opinion. But, perhaps others may prefer a larger brush tip.

- I find it hard to get a really thin line

- huge amount of product 

-   not bad, 3/5*

2. Neutrogena Weightless Volume Mascara brown/black 

- fat, thick brush 

- hypoallergenic, ophthalmologist tested

- I find that it does what it says in terms of delivering a natural looking ,voluminous look to eyelashes. It's not going to make a big impact, and if that's what you like, then you'll be pleased with this product. 

- It's not incredibly clumping

- get's dried out pretty fast

- I enjoy using this mascara, 3/5*

3. Nabi Double Sided Eye liner & Shadow black/white

- a jumbo sized liner with a dual end, (H) it!

- the black eye liner is great and I love that it's so big.

- the white liner is growing on me. I use it to brighten the eyes, even though, it's not really meant for that. I also use it sometimes as a shadow base.

- Super creamy, yet long lasting & durable

- a lot of product, I've had it for months and barely sharpened it once.

- it's great, 4/5* 

4. E.L.F. Wet Gloss Lash & Brow Clear Mascara

- far too little product, I barely used the thing twice and it looked as if it was empty.

- didn't see the point in this. I thought that it was to help groom the brows, but it really didn't work and the consistency of the gel felt awkward.

- just not that into it, 2/5*

  

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xoxo, Krystia