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Showing posts with label Hauls. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hauls. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

NOTD: PInk Tips w/ Gold Accents

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Products used:
L. A. Girl Disco Brites np: Rock n Roll
Art Deco: Gold Glitter
Art Deco np: Silver Glitter










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Tuesday, May 18, 2010

April Haul

Hola beauty buffs!*_*! Here's what I was rocking in April, guys! Enjoy.



*Ardell lash grip adhesive for strip lashes: clear* 
*L.A. Colors 3D nail stickers: CNA955* 
*New Air Toe Nail Collection* 
*Beauty Treats eye lashes no.605
*Ardell Lashes no.105



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April Nail Polish Haul

Hola beauty buffs!*_*! I know that it's not much,  but it is a 'nail polish' post. And, that's all that interested me then. Plus, I like to give my wallet a break every other week, so I won't spend all my money on beauty related products. Good thing is, I've made some good use out of all of my polishes!
  • L.A. Girl black light Disco Brites: NL84 Rock n Roll
  • L.A. Girl French Manicure: Sheer White
  • L.A. Colors Art Deco nail art lacquer: gold glitter
  • Santee nail lacquer: M32 White (not pictured)

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Saturday, May 15, 2010

March Nail Polish Haul

Hola beauty buffs!*_*! These are a few nail related items that I swooped up back in March.
Listed from l-r:
  • L.A. Colors Art Deco nail art lacquer: silver glitter
  • Ruby Kisses Nail Strengthener
  • Pro Nail nail hardener
  • O'balla nail polish: 02
  • unknown polish brand: #05, #08, #09, #14, #27 


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March Haul & Swatches

Hola beauty buffs!*_*! Here's a look at what I was rocking way back in March. Let me know if any of you want a review on any of the products, kay.
Listed from l-r:
  1. Loreal Voluminous Mascara: 315 black brown
  2. Davis Eyeliner & Lip-liner Pencil no.040
  3. Davis Lip-liner: no.21
  4. Black Opal True Color Foundation: 22 Rich Caramel
  5. elf Natural Looking lush lashes
  6. Ardell InvisBand Glamour lashes Demi Wispies
  7. Avon True Color eye shadow Quads: Denim Blues, Fresh Cut Greens
  8. NYX Megashine lip gloss: Frosted Beige LG112
  9. L.A. Girl Creme lipstick: Fling LC533
  10. Ardell Lash Grip Adhesive for Strip lashes: Clear 240465
  11. fine liquid liner with felt tip: black
  12. NYX Diamond Sparkle lipstick: Sparkling Salmon DS03

Swatches

*Avon True Color eye shadow Quad: Denim Blues


*Avon True Color eye shadow Quad: Fresh Cut Greens

*(top)Davis Eyeliner & Lip-liner Pencil no.040

*(bottom)Davis Lip-liner: no.21


*(top)Davis Eyeliner & Lip-liner Pencil no.040

*(bottom)Davis Lip-liner: no.21


*fine liquid liner with felt tip: black
*NYX Diamond Sparkle lipstick: Sparkling Salmon DS03



*NYX Megashine lip gloss: Frosted Beige LG112
*NYX Diamond Sparkle lipstick: Sparkling Salmon DS03

*fine liquid liner with felt tip: black
*L.A. Girl Creme lipstick: Fling LC533





























*L.A. Girl Creme lipstick: Fling LC533









*NYX Megashine lip gloss: Frosted Beige LG112





*NYX Diamond Sparkle lipstick: Sparkling Salmon DS03














































*fine liquid liner with felt tip: black

*Black Opal True Color Foundation: 22 Rich Caramel



























*L.A. Girl Creme lipstick: Fling LC533


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Thursday, March 11, 2010

Coastal Scents & Hard Candy Haul

Hola beauty buffs!*_*! I'm such a freaking spazz! I've had these items since last year December and totally forgot to post it. I've been using these products since I got them, and I love them! 


Coastal Scents 42 Double Stack Shimmer Shadow & Blush Palette


I cannot tell you how excited I was to get this in the mail, I was lemming!! If you were to ask me which shade I love the most, I wouldn't be able to pick. I mean; there's the pinks, purples, golds, blues, grey, peach, they are really awesome colours. 
These shadows are extremely pigmented and shimmery. However, the amount of shimmer is not overpowering at all, so no; you will not look like a hot mess rocking these shades! I love the versatility of this palette because you have a mixture of light tones, medium tones and darker tones all in one. Additionally, there is the added benefit of having 10 whole blush shades to mix and match to each look you create. Most of the blushes have shimmer, however it is not overpowering and when applied leaves just a slight hint of sheen, others just apply nearly matte. 
I would definitely suggest this Palette to any makeup aficionado. Perhaps if you are a beginner makeup gal, then I would suggest that you try any one of Coastal Scents Matte shadows or Matte Palettes. The packing is sleek and sturdy. Most important it's super affordable and who couldn't love that? These Palettes are great birthday gifts, Christmas presents, or just a nice surprise for anyone who enjoys makeup.


Coastal Scents Brushes:

These brushes are soft and they work! Although the Pink Duo Fiber Powder Stippler (shed like cra-zy at first) With a wash and a few uses, this stopped. I love the Italian buffer brush for liquid makeup application and I use the pink Duo Fiber brush for blush or powder application. 
The stellar gel liner has a nice texture and works well with the Angle Taklon Liner brush. The pigment sample is a lovely antique gold that is wearable for every skin tone and is a lovely single shadow colour.

  • Italian Badger Blender - 1b119 deluxe crease
  • Pink Angle Taklon Liner Brush (not pictured)
  • Sable Contour Brush - c138 deluxe contour
  • Pink Duo Fiber Powder Stippler 
  • Italian Badger Buffer Brush Large - 1b103 flat bronzer
  • Stellar Gel Liner
  • pigment sample (a soft antique gold shade- very wearable)



    Hard Candy Haul

    I haven't really used the Hard Candy blush as much and it doesn't seem to show up on my skin for some reason. When I do use it, I have to use a lot of it and really get my blush brush into the powder. It shows up as a reddish pink tone on my cheeks, I don't know how it will look on other skin tones. But the packing is really nice and it's something different too. I really wanted to order their pink blush because I'v heard great things about its colour  and everyone had one except me and still does. Every time I go online to order it, it's never available.
    I use the tinted moisturizer when I'm making short runs and errands. This shade was the darkest shade and it was still not a good match for my colour, it was a tad lighter than I would have liked it to be, but I worked with it. I also mix this under my regular foundation when I'm going out. I like that it's a squeeze bottle/tube and that I can control the amount of product I wish to use. However the scent does smell like sunblock and this may not appeal to everyone; though it doesn't really bother me. I think that Hard Candy should really invest in broadening their colour wheel and range in respect to their tinted moisturizers. I feel as though this would bridge a gap for more women of colour to sample thier products
    The lipstick is a very soft pink nude, however I think it is better suited for light skin tones. Unless a darker skin tone pairs it up with another lipstick or gloss, it doesn't work as well, in my opinion. The design of the lipstick is unique and some people think that it's tacky, others really like it. Me, I like boldness and colour, so the more the merrier.




    • Sheer Envy Tinted Moisturizer with spf 15; Deep (smells like sunblock)

    • Painted Lady Lipstick: Fire Alarm

    • Blush Crush Baked Blush: Bombshell Terra Rose (not as pigmented as I'd like)






      • Swatches of the tinited moisturizer and lipstick



      Note: All products were paid for by the writer and unbiased reports. This was not a paid or sponsored review.
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      Friday, February 5, 2010

      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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