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NYX Cosmetics – Must Have Eye Glitter Collection

Hi There! How are you? Hope you had another wonderful day. Today, I wanted to take the time to go over a some simple products that I got Ulta that I really loved and want to share with you.

Roll-on Shimmer in Platinum ($3.99): This is a silky formulation glides on smoothly and is easy to blend. There are various colors available, which can be used as eye shadow or as highlighter. The roll-on shimmer easily blend the shimmer powder using a brush or clean fingers.

Verdict: I love this glitter and for less then $4 it’s amazing. It applies easily. Not sticky. Or gluey. I blended it with some regular eyeshadow and a fluffy brush. I use the roll on shimmer over my eyeshadow. It was my perfect New Year look.

Prismatic Eyeshadow in Tin and Rose Dust ($5.99): Thanks to Ipsy, I first got introduced to these cute little eyeshadows. Give your eyes extra sparkle and dimension with a fully pigmented metallic texture with NYX Cosmetics Prismatic Eye Shadow. Most of all it only cost $5.99.

Verdict: So I got a sample of fireball in my Ipsy bag and wow these colors are wonderful and quite pigmented. For less than $6 they are absolutely amazing. The quality reminds me a lot of urban decay eyeshadows but with the insane price tag. I highly recommend these eyeshadow along with the glitter to everyone.

Overall, I am really impressed by NYX cosmetics. You get these wonderful pigmented and blendable eyeshadows without paying high price tags of Urban Decay or Anastasia Beverly Hills. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I loved writing it.

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January 4, 2017January 4, 2017

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Much Awaited Too Faced x Kat Von D Better Together Ultimate Eye Collection

Hi There lovelies! Hope you all had a great day today. Today I want to share with you my review on the much awaited Too Faced x Kat Von D Better Together Ultimate Eye Collection ($65). Hope you enjoy the blog as much as I loved writing it.

Description: This is a super-limited-edition collection with an interlocking heart eye shadow palette, Kat Von D’s beloved Tattoo Liner, and a full size of Too Faced’s iconic Better Than Sex Mascara. Better Together is a collaboration between makeup icons, Kat Von D and Too Faced Cosmetics. Kat and Jerrod each curated six brand new eye shadows for their respective sides of the palette. Inspired by a BFF heart necklace, the palette has a magnetic center panel, so you can separate the two halves of the palette. Create a look using just one side of the palette, or mix and match shades from both sides.

The Kat Von D Palette is accompanied by the beloved Tattoo Liner. This tattoo liner is a liquid eyeliner with an innovative brush tip for effortless, precise application. The fine brush tip glides across the lashline for incredibly fluid application, allowing you to create a variety of looks with ease.

Finally, finish off the look with Too Faced’s Better Than Sex Mascara. With each coat, lashes are full, defined, and stretched to unbelievable lengths for 1,944 percent more volume. The collagen-fueled formula and hourglass-shaped brush separate, coat, and curl each lash to voluptuous perfection.

Verdict: You only get 12 shades but they’re all so creamy and amazing. I love the bold colorful side of Kat Von D is juxtaposed by soft palettes of Too Faced. One of the matte pigment was non-existent, I had to swipe about a dozen times to get any pigment and they were dry and powdery. As you can see from the swatch the purple color looks straight up brown. Nonetheless, I did like the shimmer shades. As for the Kat Von D palette, I do liked how pigmented the shades are.

I have always liked the Too Faced mascara because it provides amazing volume. It’s not my favorite mascara. It’s really black and makes my lashes long and voluminous. However, you have you apply a lot of coats to get that looks. As for the liner, it applies smoothly and stays in place all day. The black is dark and rich. However, I like my Maybelline New York Eye Studio Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner, which cost just a fraction ($5.99). Overall, I will give 3 stars to this collection. For $65 I don’t think it’s worth the price to get a 12 shades palette. The full sized mascara and liner together cost $43 and for $22 you are getting a 12 shades eyeshadow palette. Hence, if you already like the mascara and the liner, then with just $22 more you can try the new shadow palette.

Overall, I did not like some of the 12 shades from the Better Together collection. I am not a big fan of this palette or the mascara. The packaging is great and the concept is beautiful but the collection is just not for me. I think that I liked their individual palettes much better.

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January 3, 2017January 14, 2017

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My Favorite Beauty Products of 2016

Hi There! Hope you are having a wonderful day. It’s hard to believe we are almost at the end of 2016. With only a day till New Year, I thought I would take the time and share with you – my beloved and wonderful readers – my favorite beauty products from 2016. They are by no means the best-selling or the most popular beauty products but I have come to appreciate them and enjoy them over the past year.

1. Anastasia Beverly Hills Glow Kit – That Glow ($40)

Description: This is one of the most popular collections from Anastasia Beverly Hills. This glow kit contains four metallic powder highlighters for intense luminosity. The kit is currently sold out everywhere. You can add your name to the waitlist and get notified once the kit is available. Layer shades of Anastasia Beverly Hills Glow Kit, or wear them separately, on the face and body for a radiant glow.

Verdict: This is hands down one of my favorite beauty products from 2016. This is such an amazing product. They are such high quality, it’s incredible. It’s so smooth and buttery can be worn so it looks natural or so you can be seen from the moon. I have That Glow color and it has a great mix of colors. The colors are super pigmented and are really easy to blend. The colors are long-lasting as well. I have medium skin tone and I can wear all of the colors except bronzed as a highlight but they all look good as eyeshadows as well. If you can get your hands on this product I would highly recommend it for everyone.

2. Oval Brush Set ($15.99) at Amazon

Description: Oval Brushes have become quite popular this year, and if you are like me you will try out anything new in the beauty world just to discover the hype for yourself. I have been using this Yoseng 10 Pcs New fashionable Super Soft Oval Toothbrush Makeup Brush Set the past 6 months and I absolutely love it. These brushes come in various color design, and are made with high quality synthetic hair providing superb ability to hold powder, liquid and creams.

Verdict: To be honest, when it comes to face make-up I know no longer use my old love, kabuki brushes. I have these oval brushes they blend the make-up so much better. However, when it comes to eye-makeup, I am still more comfortable with the old make-up brushes. It perhaps have to do with my lack of hand flexibility to maneuver the brushes to do eye make-up post my hand surgery but I just love using my old eye makeup brushes more. If you are willing to try new brushes click on the link above and try out these oval brushes. I would highly recommend the oval brushes to everyone. I love beauty I am always looking for a quick way of doing things. Hence I am I find these brushes more time saving then the beauty blenders. Perhaps it’s the artist in my talking but it’s the brushes are designed to give your better control.

3. BH Costimetics’ Galaxy Chic Baked Eyeshadow Palette($14)

Description: This palette includes a range of out of this world colors that work for everyone. From everyday neutrals to vibrant hues, your look will undoubtedly be Galaxy Chic!

Verdict: If you have not tried this eyeshadow palette yet you should order as soon as possible. Trust me my beautiful friends, for $14 you will not go wrong with this investment. The colors are so beautiful and blendable. I have absolutely fallen in love with this palette. Even our friends at Allure cannot stop raving about this popular product from 2016. It’s basically every shimmer you need.

4. Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow Palette($49)

Description: This eyeshadow palette takes glittery eye looks to a whole new level. Laced with micro-fine bits of iridescent sparkle and lush 3-D metallics, these shadows create a gorgeous, diamond-like effect.

Verdict: I know I am just an eye shadow fanatic but this is another of my favorite beauty product from 2016. I love everything about this palette: from the gunmetal case to the beautiful and sparkly shadows. I know that my mom have tried to steal this palette from me whenever she has gotten the chance.

5. MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish Powder ($33)

Description:This is a liquid-powder highlighter that gives a luminous, well-defined finish. I got the one in Beaming Blush. It is designed to sculpt and highlight your face.

Verdict: To be honest, I like it better than Anastasia Beverly Hills illuminators. That being said, this powder does not replace the glow it, which is a versatile product. I have not stopped using it so far. It blends flawlessly over the skin to add radiance and shimmer. It looks beautiful when the light catches it. I am so glad that I walked in the Mac store at Union Station on November 23^rd and was recommended this powder.

6. MAC Prep + Prime Colour Correcting SPF 30 Primer ($31)

Description:This is an oil-controlling tinted primer, color corrector and sun protectant. This is a multitasking formula that evens skin tone, increases luminosity and inhibits oily shine while protecting from harmful UVA/UVB rays. This moisturizing primer also keeps skin fresh and hydrated throughout the day.

Verdict: I got the color Recharge because of my horrible dark circles and it does wonders covering it. I use concealers along and the color corrector from Tarte, which is so dark. However, this one can just use it by itself when I am lazy I just use to instantly lighten my dark circle and just and my hyper-pigmentation and just leave home with a light foundation power. I loved this so much I just ordered this online again. I am completely dependent this primer because I can dab this on to cover my dark circle even when I am too lazy to wear make-up.

7. Modern Renaissance Eye Shadow Palette from Anastasia Beverly Hills ($42)

Description: This palatte puts a present-day take on Renaissance colors, this eye palette features 14 shades that let you create stylish, day to night looks.

Verdict: I absolutely love the palette because of the versatility of the color and look your can get from the palette. The shadows are very pigmented and a little goes a long way! They are also very buttery and incredibly easy to blend. My only problem is sometimes it’s too easy to over-blend. I usually blend my shadows a lot, but for these, I need to blend very lightly or else they blend out too much. If you think about it, it is less expensive than a lot of other comparable palettes which is nice.

8. Loreal EverPure Volume Shampoo and Conditioner

Description: Thanks to Influenster VoxBox, I found my new haircare best friend. As I have shared with you earlier I have very thin, color-treated and hard to adjust hair.However, when I receive the Loreal Ever Pure VoxBox it was easier for me to try because of crueltry-free, vegan poduct. Additionally, color-treated hair requires special care. This formula is especially gentle on color. There are no harsh sulfates, salts, or surfactants that can strip, dull and damage hair. One can experience a purely sensational luxurious lather and a fresh aromatic fragrance that bloom. EverPure is 100% sulfate-free, Paraben-free, and vegan with no animal derived ingredients or by-products.

Verdict: My hair absolutely loves this product and since I have started using EverPure I have been using less, and less hairs. Yes! My beautiful and wonderful readers, you have heard me right. In fact, by my calculation, my hair loss has reduced by greater than 50%. I cannot ask for anything more. The smell is nice and I loved the lather it formed. At end my hair felt light and alive at the same time. The beautiful readers, thanks to influenster, my hair just found a new best friend. The best part is the product is vegan and cruelty free. Overall, I absolutely love EverPure Volume shampoo and conditioner. My hair now can breathe freely.

9. Ciaté London Liquid Velvet Moisturizing Matte Liquid Lipstick in Pin Up ($19)

Description: Liquid Velvet Moisturizing Matte Liquid Lipstick combines highly-pigmented, gorgeous matte, long-wearing lip color with hyaluronic acid for its intense lip-conditioning benefits so that lips appear fuller, while feeling more supple and smooth.

Verdict: I actually got two of these: one through the Ciaté London Chloe Morello Beauty Haul Makeup Set from Sephora and the second through the Ipsy December Glam bag. I am so that I was introduced to this lip color and it is beautiful. I love the color of the lip creme. It would look good on anyone. It goes on so smoothly and is really well-pigmented. This lipstick is long wearing, nondrying and there is no fading in the inner lip area. I have another of this from the Ciate London Chloe Morello Beauty Haul Makeup Set. I am glad that now I have two of this beautiful love liquid lipstick and I will use it.You can get the lipstick for $19.

10. Sephora Collection Color Switch by Vera Mona Brush Cleaner ($18)

Description: This is a dry, makeup-removing sponge that allows you to switch colors without having to switch brushes.The special material allows you to remove pigment from your brushes without brush cleaner formula. Simply swipe the brush over the sponge until pigment is removed and move on to the next color. The sponge is completely reusable and can be cleaned by washing it with warm water and soap or it can be sprayed with disinfecting brush cleaner for a quick cleanse.

Verdict: My beautiful readers, as I have mentioned earlier, I love beauty and makeup but at the same time I love efficiency. This brush cleaner brings efficiency to the palm hands. You can switch between different color powder eyeshadow swatches without a touch of water. If that is not efficiency than what is? My eye makeup time has been significantly reduced in the morning time thanks to this cleaner. The fact that I can quickly clean by brush without water just between color switches is amazing and a huge time saver. Did I mention that I absolutely love this? It is hands down one of the most useful products to have in your collection!

It was my absolute pleasure sharing my favorite beauty products from 2016. What are your favorite beauty products from 2016? What products would you not like to see in 2017? Please share your beautiful thoughts with me in the comment section. My lovely readers, thank you for spending your 2016 with me and supporting me throughout the year. I look forward to sharing an amazing fun filled year of 2017 with you. Hope you enjoy this post as much as I loved writing about it.

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December 30, 2016December 30, 2016

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Brazilian Kiss Lip Butter: Worth the Price?

Hi There! Hope you are having a wonderful Thursday morning. Here in the Washington D.C. metro area we are in the the upper 30s with heavy rain but cannot complaint. It is hard to believe that the year is almost over. I am so much to be thankful for this year. I am very thankful for my wonderful family and friends and for having such wonderful readers like you and your support. Today, I am reviewing this new lip balm came across at Sephora.

Description: I heard about the Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Kiss Cupuacu Lip Butter online and hence ordered from Sephora for $18. According to the website, the lip butter nourishes lips for a soft, supple feel, and is powered by a blend of extraordinarily nourishing cupuaçu butter, antioxidant powerhouse açaí, and super-conditioning coconut oil, it leaves lips traced with a Brazilian caramel scent. This product is formulated without PEG’s, synthetic colors, animal by-products, and propylene glycol. It leaves your lip soft with a dewy sheen that intensifies your natural lip color.

Ingredients: Cupuaçu Butter to lock in moisture with fatty-acids, phytosterols, and polyphenols; Acai – the antioxidant powerhouse packed into one super fruit helps keep skin looking and feeling young, Coconut Oil that melts easily into skin to soften, condition, and moisturize; Organic Helianthus Annuus Seed (Sunflower) Oil, Beeswax, Organic Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Organic Olea Europea (Extra Virgin Olive) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grapeseed) Oil, Theobroma Grandiflorum (Cupuaçu), Euterpe Oleracae (Açai) Extract Organic, Cannabis Sativa Seed (Hemp) Oil, Butter, Flavor, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Tocopherol, Aloe Vera.

Verdict: It came is yellow, color box. As per description, when I opened the lid I was expecting a caramel scent but I don’t know if it is just me, all I smelled is just buttery smell. It left my lips soft and supple. However, is it worth the $18? For me, the answer is no. Eos lip balm (read my review here) is still number one and it only cost $3.99. My beautiful readers, if you ask me, I’ll tell you not to spend $18 on this product. Eos is still better this Brazilian Kiss. I even like. My family and I also love Rosebud Perfume Co. Minted Rose Lip Balm (read me review here), except for it’s extremely hard to open lid.

My beautiful readers, the good things about the Brazilian lip balm are that it is soft, moisturizing, glides easily, long lasting, and makes your lips feel supple. However, the biggest con for the balm is the cost. For $18, I will not get a balm that smells like butter and does not provide me anything new. I got one just for my dad so that I can ask him which one he would prefer, and he ranked the Brazilian lip balm after Eos, and Rosebud Perfume Co. In conclusion, I would not recommend this lip butter if you are looking for something new and better. However, if you don’t care about the price and are okay with another good addition to your lip balm collection than go for it.

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December 29, 2016January 13, 2017

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The Most Viral Beauty Products of 2016 | Allure

Put nicely: The items that made you lose your chill.

Hi There! Hope you are doing well. With only three days till New Years, I thought I share this beautiful article I came across at Allure and add my take on it.

Rainbow Highlighter: I was particularly excited to hear about the Wet n Wild Color Icon Rainbow Highlighter, which costs only $5.99. Get a truly unique unicorn glow with this ultra-saturated, high-impact shimmering pearl powder that blends easily for a beautiful rainbow highlight.

Ingredients: Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Boron Nitride, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Nylon-12, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Ethyl Macadamiate, Dimethicone, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Hexyl Laurate, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Caprylyl Glycol, Tin Oxide, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lauroyl Lysine, Isostearyl Alcohol, Dodecene, Xanthan Gum, o-Cymen-5-ol, [+/- (MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR): Titanium Dioxide/CI 77891, Mica, Chromium Hydroxide Green/CI 77289, Carmine/CI 75470, Iron Oxides/CI 77491, Yellow 5/CI 19140, Ferric Ferrocyanide/CI 77510, Blue 1 Lake/CI 42090, Chromium Oxide Greens/CI 77288].

Verdict: This is a delight to have at an affordable price. It’s really wearable so that is great. It’s very beautiful on your cheek bones and under eyes. Don’t forget to use a fan brush with this highlighter!

Anastasia Beverly Hills Master Palette By Mario is another product from the Allure list that made me excited. It’s available at Sephora for $45. This palette features twelve neutral and jewel-toned shades in a range of matte to metallic finishes. The new rich, highly pigmented formula ensures bold color, while the included double-ended shadow brush provides easy application. The convenient mirrored compact slides easily into a bag for on-the-go application.

Ingredients: Mica, Dimethicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Boron Nitride, Nylon-12, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Zinc Myristate, Zinc Stearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Glycerin, Silica, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Isopentyldiol, Lauroyl Lysine, Phenoxyethanol, Tin Oxide, Tocopherol, May Contain: (+/-) Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

Verdict: This is my third palette from the Anastasia Beverly Hills Collection and I am glad that I got it. The colors complement each other. And they are easily blended and combined to make different looks with just this palette.

BH Costimetics’ Galaxy Chic Baked Eyeshadow Palette ($14): The stars will truly align when you use this baked eyeshadow palette with 18 versatile shades. This palette includes a range of out of this world colors that work for everyone. From everyday neutrals to vibrant hues, your look will undoubtedly be Galaxy Chic! This one of my favorite eyeshow palette and I can see why it is a viral beauty product of 2016.

Ingredients: Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Nylon-12, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate. May Contain/Peut Contenir [+/-: Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (CI77510), Red 40 Lake (CI 16035)] <4407>.

Verdict: It’s a nice palette. Not only is this palette beautiful to look at, it swatches like butter and looks amazing on the eyes! It’s basically every shimmer you need. The packaging is too cute to resist for a such a great price!

There are few other products that I wanted to try but are currently sold out hence could not give my true opinion. As I try some those products I will share my review with you.

My lovely and wonderful readers! What are favorite products from this list? Stay tuned for review of my top 2016 beauty products that I have tried. To see the list of entire list from Allure click on the link below. Hope you enjoy the post as much as I have love writing it.

Source: The Most Viral Beauty Products of 2016 | Allure

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Sephora Collection Color Switch by Vera Mona Brush Cleaner

Hi There! Good morning! Hope you had a wonderful holiday weekend. I have some great news. My heater is finally fixed. Again, enough about me, I want to know about you. What did Santa left for you under the tree this year? Hope you got wanted. It was a great day for me because I got to be with my love ones.

My lovely readers, today I will talk to you about this because stalking staffer that I received that year that I would recommend to everyone. It’s the Sephora Collection Color Switch By Vera Mona Brush Cleaner, which is available at Sephora for $18.

Description: This is a dry, makeup-removing sponge that allows you to switch colors without having to switch brushes. This cleaner is inspired by a common makeup artist dilemma of how remove powder product from brushes without the drying time of a liquid brush cleaner, this sponge offers a dry alternative. The special material allows you to remove pigment from your brushes without brush cleaner formula. Simply swipe the brush over the sponge until pigment is removed and move on to the next color. The sponge is completely reusable and can be cleaned by washing it with warm water and soap or it can be sprayed with disinfecting brush cleaner for a quick cleanse.

How to Use: In order to use this cleaner simply glide any eye shadow brush in a circular motion against the Color Switch sponge to remove one color and then switch to the next color. In order to reuse or disinfect the Color Switch sponge, add a small drop of soap, run it under warm water, squeeze out all pigment, and lay flat to dry. Finally, for a quick clean, spray the Color Switch Sponge with disinfecting brush cleaning spray and lay flat to dry.

Verdict: I absolutely love this product. The fact that I can quickly clean by brush without water just between color switches is amazing and a huge time saver. Did I mention that I absolutely love this? It is hands down one of the most useful products to have in your collection! I also think this would be a great addition for someone who is low on brushes or just getting started with makeup. I have lots of brushes but with this product, I can use the same brushes over and over. I would highly recommend this product to everyone

Above you will find a video from Sephora on the Color Switch brush cleaner. Hope you enjoy this post as much as I enjoyed writing it. What was your favorite stocking stuffer you got this holiday?

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December 27, 2016December 27, 2016

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First Aid Beauty Review

Hi There! Hope you had a wonderful Christmas holiday with your loved ones. I hope you had the chance to enjoy being in the moment and creating lasting memories. What did you have in your stockings and under the Christmas tree? I had so much fun that I forgot that our heat pump is broken and the temperature is just in the 50s inside the house. Enough about me, today I want to talk about two products that I had the chance to use the past few months.

First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads ($30): This is a daily treatment pad that contains just the right amount of lactic and glycolic acids to safely and effectively exfoliate, tone, and brighten. The pads contain just the right amount of lactic and glycolic acids to make them safe and effective for daily use, even for people with sensitive skin. Cucumber and Indian gooseberry tone the face, while lemon peel and licorice root leave the skin looking bright and glowing. Regular use of these pads will smooth the skin’s texture, providing a perfect canvas for flawless makeup application.

Benefits: Glycolic acid is part of the group of active compounds known as AHA’s (alpha hydroxy acids). Derived from cane sugar: It has the smallest molecules in the group so is able to penetrate skin deeply and easily, making it the most effective for treating fine lines, acne, blackheads, dullness, oiliness etc. Lactic acid on the other hand is one of the most popular AHAs in skin care today, marketed as a powerful ingredient that helps reduce acne breakouts and the appearance of wrinkles and other signs of aging.

How to Use: In order to use this pad, just wipe pad across face, neck, and chest, once or twice daily after cleansing.

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Ingredients: Lactic Acid to exfoliate and condition the skin; Glycolic Acid to exfoliate and balance pH; Indian Gooseberry: to tone the skin. It also coantain FAB Antioxidant Booster that is comprised of licorice root, feverfew, and white tea to combat free radicals. Other ingredients include; Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Water, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Phyllanthus Emblica (Indian Gooseberry) Fruit Extract, Polysorbate 20.

Verdict: I absolutely love this product. As I have mentioned above, both lactic acid and glycolic acid are great for exfoliating skins, improving dark spot, and even treat fine lines and age spots. I still have blister scars from my trip to freezing cold, and windy city of Chicago in 2014 and this is a great addition to treat that. Stay tuned for my dark spot skin care regimen. I have combination dry sensitive skin and this doesn’t aggregate it at all. I got this as a gift and I this, in addition to other skincare regimen, did help with my scars. This is no magical product and I don’t know if it works by itself but is a great combination with other skincare product.

Detox Eye Roller ($26): This is a metal roller ball that gently distributes lymphatic build-up from underneath the eyes, alleviating under eye puffiness and dark circles. The Detox Eye Roller gently distributes lymphatic build-up from underneath the eyes, which revitalizes, smoothes, and brightens the eye area. It contains caffeine, a potent vasoconstrictor that constricts the fine blood vessels that cause dark under eye circles and within minutes of application, the appearance of the under eye area is improved with more dramatic results over time. Sodium Hyaluronate and advanced peptides recapture lost volume and increase collagen production to reduce fine lines. Witch hazel protects and soothes the very delicate skin under the eye and the FAB Antioxidant Booster combats free radicals.

How to Use: In order to use this roller just turn it over and shake well. Then gently roll the tip from inner to outer corners of the undereye area 2 or 3 times. Apply twice daily or as needed.

Ingredients and Benefits: The roller contains caffeine, a potent vasoconstrictor, to constrict the fine blood vessels that cause dark undereye circles. It also contains advanced Peptides that recapture lost volume and increase collagen production to reduce fine lines. Witch Hazel in it protects and soothes the very delicate skin under the eye. Finally, Sodium Hyaluronate, one of the natural moisturizing factors found in the skin, is in the roller to keep skin from losing water and to maintain skin’s young, smooth, non-flaky appearance. Other ingredients include Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel ) Water, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Sodium Polyacrate, Ethoxydiglycol, Polysorbate 20, Caffeine, Menthyl Lactate, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Aminomethyl Propanol, Carbomer, Benzoic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

Verdict: Even though this roller has all the amazing ingredients, it did not help me with my horrible dark circles. I have been using this for about 3 weeks now and have not seen a difference yet. Perhaps it is just not me. I saw one reviewer say that perhaps it’s for severe dark circles or puffiness, and I have severe dark circle. I have actually seen better results with IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Eye Cream, which can be found at Sephora for $48. I have not found my magic under eye cream yet. I have seen some difference with the IT eye cream, but the FAB detox roller had not made any difference for my dark circle. Perhaps if you have lighter dark circles, this product is for you.

My wonderful readers, it was my absolute delight sharing my thoughts about these two products from First Aid Beauty. Do you have a magical or a great undereye cream that you would recommend for dark circles? What about dark, age spots,and fine lines? I would love to hear about your favorite products.

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December 26, 2016December 26, 2016

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L’Oréal EverPure Volume VoxBox

Hi there! Hope you are having a wonderful start of the weekend. I have just receive the complimentary L’Oréal EverPure Volume VoxBox from Influenster and I had to share my review with you.

Description: Inside the voxbox are Loreal Everpure sulfate/free volume shampoo and conditioner. The EverPure Volume Shampoo is made with lotus that gently cleanses and revives fine, flat hair, while infusing luminous shine and boosting body with the weigh-down. Additionally, color-treated hair requires special care. This formula is especially gentle on color. There are no harsh sulfates, salts, or surfactants that can strip, dull and damage hair. One can experience a purely sensational luxurious lather and a fresh aromatic fragrance that bloom. EverPure is 100% sulfate-free, Paraben-free, and vegan with no animal derived ingredients or by-products.

How to Use: Appy to wet hair and massage gently into a thick lather. Rinse thoroughly. Follow with EverPure Volume conditioner.

Verdict: My hair is very judgmental. It does not like any product. I have very fine, color-treated hair and I have to be very careful about what product I use on my hair. Only few products suits my hair and I only stick to those products only. However, after I used the EverPure shampoo and conditioner, I am surprised how much my hair soaked up the product and loved it. I lost so little hair. The smell is nice and I loved the lather it formed. At end my hair felt light and alive at the same time. The beautiful readers, thanks to influenster, my hair just found a new best friend. The best part is the product is vegan and cruelty free. One thing that I hated just a bit is that the conditioner tube was little broken (see the picture above). However, I just duck-taped it and using it because my hair is very happy. Overall, I absolutely love EverPure Volume shampoo and conditioner. My hair now can breathe freely.

What is your favorite hair care product? Hope you enjoy this post as much as I loved writing it.

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December 23, 2016December 29, 2016

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BH Cosmetics Haul Away

Hi there! I hope you are having a wonderful Thursday! It’s a beautiful weather here in the Washington D.C. Metro area with just 3 days to Christmas. I am so excited. So, my beautiful readers, I thought I would start the day my reviewing latest my haul away BH Cosmetics. Happy Readings!

Baked and Beautiful ($12 on sale): This portable collection of 20 baked and beautiful eyeshadows comes in shades that range from warm to cool tones complements every skin tone. The palette features 10 single shades and 5 duo shades to give you double the options to highlight, enhance and line your eyes to your heart’s content. These creamy, lightweight powders can be used wet or dry for a velvety, smooth finish that lasts all day. Colors blend seamlessly for a natural daytime look or can be layered to bump up the intensity.

Ingredients: Mica, Talc, Nylon-12, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Butylene Glycol, Silica, Polysorbate 80, Phenoxyethanol, O-Cymen-5-ol. May Contain/Peut Contenir [+/-: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77491), Ultramarines (CI 77007), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Red 40 Lake (CI 16035)] <41150>

Verdict: I starting to become quite fond of this brand. The biggest plus size is I don’t have empty my wallet to get beautiful range of colors. The shades are amazingly pigmented and easy to use. This product for the subtle look. Trust me, this does not mean that I am going to stop buying palettes from Urban Decay or Anastasia Beverly Hills, or Too Faces. However, for the price you can get amazing looks from this brand.

BH Costmetics’ Supernova – 18 Color Baked Eyeshadow Palette ($14): The ultra-soft shadows are buildable, blendable and guaranteed to put a sparkle in your eyes. Launch exciting looks from day to night — the sky is the limit! This is a companion collection to our Galaxy Chic Baked Eyeshadow Palette. This star-struck selection of super-pigmented, high-shine shades includes moody blues and greens, eye-popping teal and turquoise, plus deep neutrals for definition.

Ingredients: Talc, Mica, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Silica, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain/Peut Contenir [+/-: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Ultramarines (CI 77007), Manganese Violet (CI 77742)] <6714> WARNING: For external use only. Avoid direct contact with eyes and keep out of reach of children. Discontinue use if signs of irritation or rash appear.

Verdict: If you are thinking Déjà vu, then you are not wrong. I have written review about this palette before. However, I loved it so much, that I decided to get another of this as a gift this time. This is a beautiful to palette to own, and for just $14 it’s worth every single penny. This a beautiful palette to have for the holiday. The only two colors that aren’t super pigmented are both of the white shades, but they’re both still really pretty on the brow bones.

Floral Blush – Duo Cheek Color in Fiji Fun ($5.50 on sale): Put a natural-looking bloom in your cheeks with this versatile Floral Blush — convenient, compact combos of two complementary bright and deep blushes bursting with fresh, petal-soft color. Apply the bright shade for a healthy flush, and the deeper shade for added intensity, or swirl colors together for a multidimensional glow. Blushes come in a mirrored, magnetic case that fits easily into even the smallest handbag and are available in tones of pink, coral, berry, and bronze.

Ingredients: Talc, Mica, Kaolin, Nylon-12, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, O-Cymen-5-Ol. May Contain/Peut Contenir [+/-: Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Red 27 Lake (Ci 45410), Red 6 Lake (Ci 15850), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090)] <6305>

Verdict: This duo blush is quite pigmented and buildable. I absolutely love the color. You can make it as simple or bright as you’d like. I like it and the colors are very nice. Just remember to just a light hand because the dark shade is very pigmented. Again, for less then $6, who would not love this blush?

Oil-Free Makeup Removing Towelettes ($4): Dirt, oil and makeup are no match for this gentle, oil-free makeup removing towelette. In this product you will find blend of papaya, pineapple, cucumber, marshmallow and chamomile extracts along with vitamin E instantly soothes and refreshes the skin on contact. This is perfect for all skin types.

Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate, Lauryl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate <5102>.

Verdict: some nights I’m way too tired to do an oil cleansing before a regular cleansing and these wipes come in handy for days like those. There is no harsh scent or perfume that’ll linger and give me a headache like other cleansing wipes I have tried. I wish I could only by these without paying shipping fee.

What is you favorite haul away. I would love to hear about your experience. Hope you enjoy this post as much as I have loved writing it.

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December 22, 2016December 22, 2016

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Urban Luxe – 99 Color Eyeshadow Palette from BH Cosmetics

Hi There! Hope you are having a nice Wednesday morning. Happy Winter solstice everyone! The Winter solstice, also known as midwinter, is an astronomical phenomenon marking the day with the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year. In the Northern Hemisphere this is the December solstice and in the Southern Hemisphere this is the June solstice.Here in the Washington D.C. metro area the weather is pretty nice today with lower in the teens and highs in the mid 40s. With the shortest period of daylight, I thought I would spend the day giving my review of the Urban Luxe 99 Color Eyeshadow Palette from BH Cosmetics. It’s for sale or only $10 at BH cosmetics.

Description: The palette contains a must-have mix of deep smokey shades, lighter neutrals and intense jewel tones. The 99 mattes, satins and shimmers include defining black, gray and charcoal; burnished brown, bronze and beige; majestic purples, eggplant and inky blues; plus a variety of pales, pastels and pops of color to brighten things up. The collection of richly pigmented, blendable shadows allows you to mix, match and move from day to date night with ease.

Verdict: This is one of the perfect neutral shaded for me. Can’t wait to see what looks I can create with this pallet. However, as you can see from the above pictures, some of the lighter shades does not show up in my skin tone at all. Hence, if you are looking for a palette to give you dramatic look this palette is not for you. This palette is perfect for subtle, neutral shades. Overall, I will give it a four star just for some of those very light almost invisible shades. Please note, I have used a shadow primer. A primer can make a big difference on how a shadow comes out. In conclusion, for $10 this is a good, neutral eyeshadow palette you can get. Below is video of some of the looks created by the palette.

Hope you enjoy the post as much as I loved writing it. Let me know what you think about the eyeshadow palette.

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December 21, 2016December 21, 2016

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