Friday, May 25, 2012

Everything is better in 4s

One of my favourite things in the makeup realm of things are eyeshadow quads.  They are an instant eye look in one little compact-a brow/highlight shade, lid color, crease, and liner.  The only thing you need are some good brushes (the cheap sponges that come with it don't really work that great).  Here are all the quads I have. (BTW, All swatch pictures are one swipe with my finger, no primer, no flash, just one coat on my bare hand)

e.l.f Essential Brightening Eye Color in Punk Funk
These are my funky colors, this is the only one where you can't really follow the usual formula for where each shade goes. Just have fun with it!

e.l.f Essential Brightening Eye Color in Ethereal
These colors are gorgeous.  I put the shimmery white on the top left (top swatch) on the brow bone and inner corner, the nude color on the bottom left (second from the top swatch) on my lid, the pinkish color on the bottom right (third from the top swatch) I use to contour my crease, and the darkest color in the top right spot (bottom swatch) I use as an eyeliner.

e.l.f Essential Brightening Eye Color in Brownstone


This is another neutral quad, but these are darker than the previous one.  I put the nude color on the top left (top swatch) on the brow bone and inner corner, the light brown on the bottom left (second from the top swatch) goes on my lid, the dark brown on the bottom right (third from the top swatch) goes in my crease, and the color in the top right spot (bottom swatch) is the eyeliner.





ANYWAY...there are my eye quads and how I use them. I loooooove these and I will always prefer these types of quads to single shadows for easy, portable eye looks.









Dr. Scholl's For Her Ball of Foot Cushions Review

I got these shoe inserts to try and I love them! The ball of your foot is the most painful spot after a night of walking in high heels and these definitely 'cushion' the blow.  They made these shoes bearable:
As you can see this is no small feat! I love these and I can't wait to get them into all of my heels :)


Product info can be found on their website: http://www.drscholls.com/drscholls/products/ForHerBallofFootCushions.jspa#tab-link1

*I received this product for free from Influenster (www.influenster.com) in their Spring Beauty VoxBox*

Product Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drschollsforher

Bath & Body Works Fine Fragrance Mist

I recently received the BBW Fine Fragrance Mist in Twilight Woods and it smells AMAZING!  I love it :) I spray it on myself, in my room, EVERYWHERE :P It is very sweet and summery smelling and it is perfect for this time of year. And it's huge so it will last me a very long time :) I have already bought another in the same scent as a gift so I absolutely recommend this product.

Product Info from Influenster:

Bath and Body Works Fragrance Mist

NEW Fine Fragrance Mist Collection!

Fine fragrance in a mist as light as air. Discover a better, more delicate fragrance experience in over 20 Signature fragrances. It’s love at first mist! Exclusively at Bath & Body Works.

The Fine Fragrance Mist Collection:        
-          Be Enchanted™
-          White Citrus
-          Cherry Blossom
-          Coconut Lime Breeze
-          Into The Wild™
-          Dark Kiss™
-          Black Amethyst™
-          Sensual Amber™
-          Midnight Pomegranate®
-          Carried Away™
-          Forever Sunshine™
-          Secret Wonderland™
-          Black Raspberry Vanilla
-          Pink Chiffon
-          Paris Amour
-          Twilight Woods™
-          Sweet Pea®
-          Moonlight Path®
-          Japanese Cherry Blossom
-          Country Chic™
-          Warm Vanilla Sugar®
-          Sea Island Cotton®

Where to Buy:

You can find Bath and Body Works products at a registered retail store near you!
Suggest retail price of the Fine Fragrance Mists:  $14.00

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*I received this product for free from Influenster (www.influenster.com) in their Spring Beauty VoxBox*

Product Website: http://www.bathandbodyworks.com

Sheer Cover Review


I was recently sent the Sheer Cover Duo Concealer in Light/Medium (medium is on top, light is on the bottom) to test out. I was not really happy with the coverage and it did not cover my under eye circles which is the only thing I need concealer for.  I also wasn't happy with the way the color didn't match and I couldn't mix them together to the right shade no matter how hard I tried.  Concealing should not be that hard!

But of course I didn't want to waste this product soI have been using it as an eye base.  In that respect, it has actually worked amazingly! I use my concealer brush to put either shade on before my eyeshadow and the creamy texture helps it stay on longer.

This product comes in a kit with a bunch of other products so if you want one of these mineral makeup kits: http://www.sheercover.com/select_makeup_kit.php, than absolutely go for it and either use the concealer as a concealer or use it as a base for the pretty eyeshadows that come in the "ultimate makeover kit" (a free gift with the set).

Product Info form Influenster:

Sheer Cover Duo Concealer

Sheer Cover® Concealer is perfect for all skin types and tones.  Our concealer is a customer favorite offering a custom blend for the various shades on your face and covers up imperfections.  It not only covers up the look of dark circles, blemishes, redness and age spots, it also moisturizes with Jojoba and Allantoin.

It instantly conceals blemishes, dark spots, hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone – we’ve got life’s little imperfections covered!

KEY BENEFITS:
Instantly covers skin imperfections for a flawless, natural look
Variable coverage – sheer and creamy perfect for under eye circles or more opaque for blemishes, dark spots and hyperpigmentation
Easy application  – glides on, won’t pull or tug at fragile skin
Enriched with natural, moisturizing Jojoba to help nourish and restore the skins’ natural moisture balance
Allantoin helps calm and soothe sensitive, irritated skin
Provides antioxidant protection from free-radical scavengers
Dermatologist-tested

HOW TO USE:
Using fingertips, concealer brush or a cosmetic sponge dab a small amount of concealer on area to be covered. Blend well. Start sheer, adding layers to increase coverage. Wear alone, under or over makeup. Let dry before applying makeup.


Where to Buy:

Customers can visit www.SheerCover.com or call 1-877-489-2035 to purchase Sheer Cover.
$29.95 for the concealer (non-member price) and $29.95 for the introductory system, which also includes the Duo Concealer.

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*I received this product for free from Influenster (www.influenster.com) in their Spring Beauty VoxBox*

Product Website:
http://www.sheercover.com

Nail Polish:
Pinkish Shade= OPI Dulce de Leche
Purpleish Shade= OPI Over the Taupe

Sally Hansen Salon Effects

I received these nail polish strips for free from Influenster (http://www.influenster.com/ ) to test out and I am completely in love!  Here are the details taken from Influenster's website if you are interested:

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