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Thursday, June 11, 2009

NEW e.l.f. Products I'm Eager to Try

I visited www.eyeslipsface.com & was excited to see that some NEW products are being offered.

*Some are noted as ASTERISK as IN STOCK SOON on the website.

Mineral Eyeshadow Primer $3.00
This gentle and completely sheer Eyeshadow Primer has key vitamins A, C and E to help prevent aging and moisturizes the skin. The formula glides on easily and disappears instantly to create longer-lasting, crease-proof eyeshadow. The Mineral Eyeshadow Primer is designed to be used with your favorite mineral eyeshadow to provide ultimate staying power for beautiful and vibrant color that lasts. 100% mineral based with no parabens, no preservatives and no chemical dyes.



NEW Brightening Eyecolor Quads $1.00 each

Luxuriously smooth, corn silk formula provides eyes with a neutral base and an awakened brightness. The formula blends into skin for a long lasting, beautiful effect. The 4 color quad allows for both natural and dramatic looks. Mirror in compact included.

Pink Funk


Nymph Dream


Ethereal


*Hazy Hazel


*Brownstone


STUDIO Hollywood Lashes Kit $3.00
No mess, lash beautification for a Hollywood glamour look. Achieve lashes like the celebrities with this all-in-one kit.
Kit Includes: Lash applicator, lash stand, false lashes and adhesive glue.



Healthy Glow Bronzing Powder $1.00
A touch of sunshine to warm up every complexion with its soft and silky texture for a beautiful and natural glow.

Matte Bronze


STUDIO Complexion Perfection $3.00
Create a balanced and radiant complexion that is beautiful and healthy. The lightweight formula evens out the skin tone and absorbs excess oil. The sheer formula brightens, mattes and neutralizes the skin.


all photos & info credited to www.eyeslipsface.com

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

MAC Dazzleglass vs. Drugstore Lipgloss



I was excited to receive a gift of MAC Love Alert Dazzleglass from my hubby.
Who needs flowers, right? LOL

I nearly DIED when I realized that the finished result could be achieved using a less expensive brand of makeup. Afterall, would anyone really be able to tell the difference?

The MAC Dazzleglass has a pleasant smell, that of vanilla.
The consistency is a little sticky. Not nearly as sticky as NARS!
(NARS has a tendency to GRAB your hair)
I found it necessary to reapply often to maintain the effect of the intensity & vibrancy of the dazzleglass.

Since my lips are quite pigmented, I know that I will have to stain my lips with another lip product or lay down a lip pencil to achieve the look I desire. Worn alone, the dazzleglass is pretty, but it doesn't scream FIYAH!

Other less expensive alternatives include...
L'Oreal GlamShine lipgloss $4-$10 (find 'em on ebay)
- PLUMPING diminishes base color over x
Maybelline Wetshine Diamonds Liquid $1.00
- (overall BEST staying power discontinued RUN to the dollar store!)
LA Colors moisturizing lip gloss $1.50 (sheer/too glittery)

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$18 vs. $1.00 - A $17.00 savings.
The choice is yours.

Are you aware of any dupes for MAC Dazzleglass? Please share in the comment section.
Thank you.

NARS BLUSH vs. drugstore brands




I was very pleased with my previous blush/highlighter/bronzer purchase, so I decided
to invest in some wishlist NARS Powder Blushes to see what all the hype was about.

NEW members of my blush collection include:

NARS Crazed
NARS Exhibit A
NARS Taj Mahal



These come highly recommended from many in the Makeup Community on YT.
The shades I selected were reported to be especially flattering on darker skin tones. I wear MAC NC50 Select SPF.

I hear that NARS blushes are universally flattering on all skin tones. They are highly pigmented, so please build application slowly. I suggest using a fanbrush or a duo fiber brush so as not to apply too much product.

I found the level of pigment saturation to be superb. The texture of the blush is of the superfinely milled! However. When comparing to drugstore blushes I already own I found that the e.l.f. brand closely resembled the final result.
Of considerable note, an outstanding difference is I only needed to do one swipe of product for NARS & three of the other brands to get the equal intensity of pigment. The e.l.f. has slightly more shimmer. If you are on a budget, I recommend investing in the e.l.f. products. Perhaps you can treat yourself to a NARS on a special occassion.

Swatches coming soon. Plz ck back for updates!
NARS-Crazed vs. e.l.f. Natural Radiance Blusher-Flushed

NARS-Crazed vs. Jesse's Girl Color My World Baked Eyeshadow-Volcanic

NARS-Taj Mahal vs. e.l.f. Natural Radiance Blusher-Glow

NARS Powder Blush $25 vs. e.l.f. Natural Radiance Blusher $1
Difference $24 savings.
The Choice is yours

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