Review: Sigma Sigmax Brushes

Price: $42

Available @ Sigma Beauty

When I first saw this trio of brushes, I was like "Ok new brush fad that will die down" but seriously I am starting to think its not a fad, but these brushes are here to stay. So I bought the trio, although the F80 seems to get the most love for applying liquid foundation, I love them all! They are super soft, none have ever shed and I have washed them multiple times, YAY Sigma.

F80 - Flat Top Kabuki
F82 - Round Top Kabuki
F84 - Angled Top Kabuki



The F82 is awesome for cream blushes/bronzers (like formerly known as Chanel Bronze Universal)

Essie Nail Polish Summer Collection 2011

Oh dear, excuse me while I stare at the purdy colors. I can't decide which one to get first, if not all of them. Want to see them on some nails? Check out Temptalia

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Favorite: YouTuber Pixiwoo

I love these ladies, I truly have learned a lot from them, they are brilliant makeup artists. If you don't know who they are you MUST! For those that do, has anyone tried out Sam's Real Technique Brushes? Comment! :)

Update on Suave Dry Shampoo!

I am so disappointed in this product! I used it TWICE and it's empty! Maybe I got a defective bottle but darn, I really liked it and now I don't. :| Has anyone experienced this with any other dry shampoo's? I want my 3 bucks back! lol. Have a great memorial day ladies and gents, don't forget your SPF!

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Spring Picks: Revlon Lilac Pastelle Super Lustrous Lip Gloss

Review: I love this color, its perfect for spring/summer but not over the top. Its subtle and pretty, I usually use this with Colorburst Lipstick in Lilac and it tones it down a bit. Next time you are at your local drugstore pick this up! You won't be disappointed.
 

What I Bought Today: Sephora Professionnel Platinum Concealer Airbrush #57

Price: 24 bucks

Get One: Sephora


I originally saw this brush mentioned from LegallyBrunette24 and it looked interesting. I finally picked it up today and came home and tried it out with my Make up forever concealer palette, so far I am loving it. It does leave a nice airbrushed finish when concealing under eyes or other areas. YAY for this purchase. Do you have this brush or use something similar? Share and Follow please!

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Review: Mineral Mate

Price: $9.99 including shipping in the US.

Review: This little buddy is great. Even though I don't primarily use it for mineral makeup, I use it for mixing cream/liquid foundations and foiling eye shadows. I have however used it for some mineral makeup and it was easy and a lot neater and sanitary. If you're a makeup artist, this is a must have. 

Get One NOW: Mineral Mate

Spring/Summer Pick: Model In A Bottle

Price: 14-18 bux

Ok this stuff is a must have for hot, muggy summer days. I use this as a true finishing spray (after Mac Fix+) for long time wear through tough weather. It works well, helps everything stay in place, so you dont't end up melting! Give it a whirl! Check out Overstock.com where I got a deal for 2 for the price of one.

Spring Picks: Mac MSF in Porcelain Pink

I am loving this Mineralized Skinfinish in Porcelain Pink, it is limited edition but easily available on ebay. It gives a golden pink sheen that's subtle but beautiful. I am using this daily this spring with light bronzer in the contours of my cheeks and neutral eyes. Even when I use a pop of color on my eyes I can use this highlight. Check it out!

Review: Suave Dry Shampoo

Price: couple bucks

First of all let me tell you the scent is pretty interesting, its citrus like and sort of pineappley. It lingered nicely, so make susre that you like he scent because it will stick around for a while. I am pleasantly surprised with this product, it does a good job of absorbing oils and refreshing hair, it also adds a nice bit of volume. I have tried a few other dry shampoo's so far this is a favorite, for like 3 bucks.. give it a try!

PS - For those that freak out because it sprays white stuff onto your hair, it may not be for you. I work it in nicely and it disappears and I have dark brown hair. Just work with it people :)

Review: mark Face Primer

Price: $10

Where to get: Mark use the code WELCOME for free shipping for first time orders

Review: This is an okay primer, it does leave your face nice and smooth for foundation and it doesn't get oilier during the day which is great. Does it help your foundation stay on longer? Ehh not really, maybe a little but nothing spectacular. Would I recommend it? Sure, helps fill some pores, and helps foundation go on smoothly. Repurchase? Probably not, just because I love trying new things. :D

Review: Kirkland Daily Facial Cleansing Towlettes

Price: $14-20

Where to get: Costco or Amazon

Review: I love these things, they are a good size and work great for taking off all my makeup on a lazy night when I just want to take it off my face and pass out. If you have a Costco nearby or anywhere else that sells Kirkland products these wipes are a great value! Plus they have that awesome plastic lid that clicks into place to keep these little guys nice and fresh, don't forget to store them upside down anyway! <3

Review: NYX Eye Shadow Base

Retail Price: $7.00 at NYX Cosmetics

Color Selections: Skin Tone (pic above) White, White Pearl

I can only speak for the Skin Tone because its the only one I own. When I first bought this product, I wasn't in love with it, simply because it is a lot darker and very yellow toned than the above pic. So it tended to make my eyelids too yellow, but I continued to use it over and over and when sheered out it works fine. I have had it for a very long time, I am guessing over a year or so and it has not dried out or even look like its close to it. I alternate primers like crazy because of my addiction, hah, but you do get a good amount of product here and it will last you a long time. Now to the most important part of the review, I compared this to Urban Decay Primer Potion, MAC Painterly Paint Pot, Two Faced Shadow Insurance and to be quite honest, they all seemed to work the same, the only difference is price.

Rave Product: Albolene Makeup Remover

I am loving this product, now before you Mineral Oil haters yell at me I read this on Wikepedia that states the following:

"Mineral oil is a common ingredient in baby lotions, cold creams, ointments and cosmetics. It is a lightweight inexpensive oil that is odorless and tasteless. It can be used on eyelashes to prevent brittleness and breaking and, in cold cream, is also used to remove creme make-up and temporary tattoos. One of the common concerns regarding the use of mineral oil is its presence on several lists of comedogenic substances. These lists of comedogenic substances were developed many years ago and are frequently quoted in the dermatological literature.
A study reported in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (2005) found that the type of highly refined and purified mineral oil found in cosmetic and skincare products is noncomedogenic (does not clog pores).<sup>[7] "


So after reading that, I gave it a whirl and I am loving it. I use this to remove all my eye makeup and occasionally my face makeup. Its ridiculously cheap at $10-12 bucks at your local drugstore and you need the smallest amount to remove any makeup. It doesn't irritate my eyes at all, leaves my eyelashes nicely conditioned and leaves my skin soft. Now this is just a personal preference but I like to wash my face with a regular cleanser if I use it to remove face makeup, but it isn't necessary.  

Check out this review from ginabinawina99 on youtube on Albolene for more info!</sup>

 

Review: The Body Shop Chamomile Eye Makeup Remover

This product retails for $14.50 at The Body Shop, and its an okay product. It does remove regular eye shadow and maybe some light mascara. Now if you put on two plus coats of lets say, Loreal Voluminous Carbon Black, this sadly is no match. What I use this for is for "light" eye makeup days. I am currently on a 2nd bottle of it because I got it on sale and got two, but sadly I don't think I will be repurchasing, just because it can't handle hardcore mascara and it occasionally makes my eyes burn but I have super sensitive eyes. However, you do get a nice amount of product for the price, so its your call folks!

Favorite: Revlon Colorburst Lipstick in Lilac

Ahh yes, another current favorite of mine, this color is perfect for multiple reasons: Its formulation is moisturizing and feels great on lips, this mauve-like with purple undertones is perfect for spring, and the price at $6.99ish is awesome! Next time you're at Ulta, CVS, Rite-Aid, Walgreens or Walmart, Check out this gorgeous wearable color :)

Eve Pearl Salmon Concealer

OMGoodness how much do I love this concealer? Whole bunches. Eve Pearl hit it out of the park with this one when battling bad under eye circles, the "Salmon" undertone of this concealer cancels out those circles beautifully. It is creamy and easy to apply with either a brush or your ring finger, I use my finger.

Price: $35.00 @ evepearl.com

But I bought mine off Hautelook and shes been on there a few times so keep your eye out!

 I heart you eve pearl!

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Foundation Currently Using: MAC Studio Fix Fluid

Ah yes, spring is here and summer is around the corner so right now I switched back to Studio Fix from MAC. Why you ask? It doesn't melt! Weeeee. The last two I was rotating was Neutrogena Healthy Skin or Rimmel Lasting Finish and for some reason these two kept moving around. I am loving this foundation all over again, medium to full coverage, slides on beautifully with my F80 from Sigma and it lasts all day long, even in warm weather! I am NW20, and matches me okay, I am currently a little lighter but am almost the perfect match again. 

Wearable Coral Lip Stick: Revlon Matte in Smoked Peach

Want to jump in the coral trend this spring, but not look insane? Smoked Peach is nice, wearable and won't make you feel like you've been chewing on an orange crayon. Now, granted the color is beautiful, keep in mind that it is the "matte" formula. 

My experience with Revlon Mattes: Well I am the lip balm queen, put it on before makeup, during sometimes and after, and even when I do that I tend to still look whack in these matte formula lip stick. By "whack" I mean, crusty lips, sinking into lines etc. So this is what I do, I put this puppy on my lips and then put a glossy lip balm on top, such as Nivea Kiss Of Shine Natural Glossy Lip Care. Yes I suppose it takes away from the Matte experience but meh, ill get over it. If your lips can handle it, rock on!

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Boo Product: Palladio Herbal Foundation Primer

I "boo" at this product every time I see it, it sucks. Okay, so word has gone around for sometime now that this is supposed to be a dupe for Smashbox primer, erm, well if it is then I BOO both products. Since I have not tried Smashbox primer lets trash this one only. :)

Price: $10-12

Where to get it? Sally Beauty Supply, Ulta, anywhere else Palladio is sold.

Boo Review: So you put it on and the texture is nice, builds like this smooth canvas feeling etc. Cool. It doesn't fill in pores or things like that for me, also after apply foundation I am oily already after about an hour, then maybe 4-5 hours I look greaseballish, not to mention my makeup is fading at a ridiculous rate. :( No likey.

What experiences have you had with this primer?

Favorite: Youtube MakeupbyAlli

Most recent collection and room tour by Alli :)

My current favorite beauty vlogger is MakeupbyAlli, I love this girl, she is very personable and articulate. Super sweet and I love watching her vids, she is beautiful and good at what she does but still manages to be humble. Check her out and tell me what you think :D

Favorite: Evolution Of Smooth Lip Balm

EOS Balm! YAY! Okay I know these are not "new" in the beauty community but I love these little egg shaped suckers, so much so that I collect them, yes im aware I need to find better things to do. But I mean come on, look at it, its the most adorable thing ever, and its lip balm for lazy folks like me, you don't even have to make that silly "applying lip balm" face, you can just smile, well if you want to and apply! teehee!

Anywhoo, Where I have seen these available, Walmart, Rite-Aid, Walgreens and of course Official EOS Website . What flavor is your fav? Mine is Honeysuckle/Honeydew :)