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Sunday, December 13, 2009

e.l.f. Studio Shampoo REVIEW



An anti-bacterial brush cleanser for thorough cleaning in-between makeup applications.

Disinfects brushes to provide a fresh & clean application every time.

Washes away all traces of dirt, makeup, oil and debris from your brush while conditioning the hair to provide a clean and soft application for every use.

DIRECTIONS

Cleanse brush regularly by massaging a small amount of the shampoo with water and working it through the bristles from the base of the brush, outward. Rinse thoroughly and gently squeeze out excess water. Reshape the bristles and lay flat on a clean cloth to fully dry before next use.

INGREDIENTS
Aqua(water), Sodium Laurly Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide MEA, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium Chloride, Methyparaben.

This shampoo comes in a 4.1oz container.
I was surprised it was so small.
It doesn't really have a smell.
It looks like a gel when it comes out of the dispenser.
I was also surprised that this stuff did not lather! What?
Despite that, it still got my brushes clean. I only had to wash them once.
I probably will NOT buy this product again, as the bottle is so small.
I will just create my own brush shampoo & reuse the container. I was able to purchase mine with a coupon, so I only paid $1.50 US. The regular price is $3.00 US. It was worth trying.

PROS
- concentrated product, really got brushes clean with just one wash
- brushes were very soft after having dried
- small bottle is almost ergonomically perfect for washing brushes.

CONS
- small bottle, just not environmentally responsible to continue re-purchasing.

4 out of 5 stars. Yes, I would recommend this.

Friday, December 11, 2009

Make Up For Ever Sens'Eyes & Aqua Eyes Pencil REVIEW


I was pleasantly surprised have found a gift from Sephora in my mailbox a few days ago.

I used my $15 Gift Card to buy Make Up Forever Sens'Eyes Kit.

The Sens'Eyes is fine. It does not really have an odor. It is more creamy than I expected it to be. It does the job of removing waterproof makeup. I could definitely recommend it. I am sure that it would be of particular interest to those with sensitive eyes, or those who wear contact lenses. I am comparing it to other eye makeup removers which I have used...

equate Oil Free Eye Makeup Remover (Works, but stings my eyes)
D'eclor Eye Makeup Remover (Works, but stings my eyes)
Olive Oil (tried, & true...does not sting my eyes)

4 out of 5 stars. It is an effective product, but I took away a star because of the price. OUCH! After this bottle is gone, I probably will not buy another bottle, unless I am seriously treating myself. I'll stick with my olive oil.

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Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes Pencil

UGH! I read on message boards & heard from close friends who swatched in Sephora & walked around that this stuff is not smudge proof. I just had to find out for myself!

I loved the softness of the pencil as well as the ease of application. It seems to kind of set after about a minute or two, so if you WANT smudge time, then you have it.

The first day, I used it only on my waterline. I was also trying out MUFE camouflage concealer palette #4 for my dark under eye circles. Unfortunately, this did not a good marriage make! My body heat softened the concealer. The concealer blended with the eyeliner. I am still trying to figure out how my waterline became an underlashline. NOT cute, unless you are going for that "Rocker Look", which I was not!

Today, I decided to set the pencil with black eyeshadow. It was fine for the top lashline, but not so for the waterline. It lasted all of 2 hours. I was disappointed. But I had been forewarned. I will follow the advice of the makeup message boards & try Revlon ColorStay Liner Pencil, Prestige Waterproof Pencil.
They are both touted as "budge proof".

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Drugstore BOGOs for 12/6 to 12/12

CVS

Redeem discounts with use of extra care card

All L'Oreal HiP Lip or Nail $3.49 - $11.99
Buy 1 Get 1 FREE

All Maybelline
Face, Eye or Lip
Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off

Spend $15
on Revlon Cosmetics or Beauty Tools
Get $7 extra bucks

Turbie Twist $4.99

Designer Fragrances
Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off

Essence of Beauty Bath & Body (excludes sponge, lotion, candle & trial sizes)
You pay $4.99
with card $4.00 extra care bucks
It's like getting it for $.99

Heel Tastic $9.99

Holiday Fragrance Gift Sets
$14.99
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Rite Aid

$10 off Fragrances

25% Off Gold Bond Skin or BathCare

Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off All of the Following Items
Almay Eye & Eye Makeup Removers
Artificial Nails & Eyelashes
Curel or Jergens Skin Care
Garnier Skin Care
Jane Cosmetics
L'Oreal Skin Care
Prestige Cosmetics
Neutrogena Cosmetics
NYC Cosmetics

Buy 1 Get 1 Free
All L'Oreal Lip & Eyecare
All Revlon Cosmetics
(excludes beauty tools, trial size, pre priced & clearance stickered items)

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Walgreens

Eucerin Skin Care
Register Rewards Buy $20 or More of Eucerin Prods & receive $8 in Register Rewards
Limit 1 coupon per offer
- Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Creme, Everyday Protection Lotion or Redness Relief Cleanser 1.7 to 6.8 oz $8
- Dry Skin Creme, Calming Creme or Lotion, 14 to 16.9 oz $11
- Redness Relief Night Creme or Lotion 1.7oz $13

Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off
Garnier Nutrisse Hair Color
Nexus Hair Care
John Frieda Hair Care
Neutrogena Cosmetics, Skincare or Hair Care (excludes acne & cleansing products)

Buy 1 Get 1 Free
Cover Girl Lip Color
Maybelline Cosmetics (Excludes Pulse Mascara)
Kleenex Facial Tissue
Sinful Colors Nail Polish

Sale! Revlon Hair Appliances $12.99
Ionic Syler 1875 watt
Perfect Heat Ceramic Straightener 1"

Motions Hair Care
3/$10
Register Rewards on Next Purchase $5
It's like getting them 3/$5

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To date, I am NOT compensated for my use/review of products. I buy 99% of the products that I use. If I ever receive anything as a gift, I will state it in that specific post. I am NOT affilated with any fashion, cosmetics or hair company. I offer my sincere, unbiased opinion on how the products work for me. No warranties, expressed or implied are intended. Please use discretion in selecting products and suggestions at your own risk. I am not a professional. Unfavorable reviews are not malcious, nor are they intended to harm any company. Reviews are my own opinon. Information posted on this blog is for educational purposes.