makeup
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Drugstore Haul | September 2015
It has been over a month since my last haul post, so I thought it was about time to share with you what I’ve been picking up from the drugstore since then. I have also discovered, in the back of my closet, a couple new photo backdrops, please let me know what you think of this one in the comments. Revlon Nail Polish in 725 Provocative – I love the formula of these polishes, and didn’t have a orange-y red (more orange) in my collection. This polish is kind of like my last tribute to summer, and have been wearing it as much as possible until breaking out the dark…
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Empties | Products I’ve Used Up | 3
Since my last empties post, I’ve decided to try to do one monthly, if I have enough products to share with you. Skincare Lush Tea Tree Water Toner – I only used about 2/3 of this product, but it has expired. I thought this was a great toner for my acne prone skin, but not for everyday as it can be a bit drying. I won’t be repurchasing anytime soon as I’m trying out a few others. The Body Shop Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask – Another product I didn’t get to finish completely, but it has dried up. It was time for it to go anyway because I’ve had it…
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August Favourites
Although I am sad to see summer go, I am so excited for fall. September is my favourite month of the year. Growing up, it was always exciting getting all your new school stuff, signifying a new ‘year’! This will (hopefully) be my last year in school, I am off to finish the 4th year of my degree, and can see the light at the end of the tunnel! Even next year, September will continue to be an exciting time as Maxwell will be headed off to Elementary school. Yikes! Let’s move onto the products I’ve been loving in August before I get all sentimental, shall we: Pur~lisse Pur~delicate Gentle…
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Drugstore Back To School Makeup #MOTD
School is right around the corner! Today I’m sharing with you the drugstore products I would wear to class on a daily basis. I am using all drugstore products, because more students are on a tight budget, than not. Also, these products are all low maintenance throughout the day, and provide easy application and blending as well. Face: L’Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation in 103 Natural Buff – This demi-matte foundation is my favourite foundation in the drugstore. It is long lasting and provides medium coverage, perfect for school days. Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer in 60 Brightener – Up late studying? The peachy tint of this concealer covers your dark…
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Makeup Geek Eyeshadow Starter Kit | First Impression and Swatches
I’ve been hearing about Makeup Geek for awhile now and never had the chance to try it. When I saw on Twitter that they were having a sale on the Starter Kit, I thought it’d be the perfect opportunity. Top L-R: Mocha, Cocoa Bear, Crème Brullée Middle: Glamorous, Shimma Shimma, Prom Night Bottom: Unexpected, Drama Queen, Corrupt The colour selection is spot-on for a neutral lover like me. I will get use out of every single shade. L-R: Mocha, Cocoa Bear, Crème Brullée, Glamorous, Shimma Shimma, Prom Night, Unexpected, Drama Queen, Corrupt Mocha: Matte warm medium brown Cocoa Bear: Matte golden brown Crème Brullée: Soft matte medium sand Glamorous: Bronze-y…
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Ipsy August 2015 Unboxing
Hey Guys! Is it just me, or did Ipsy show up a bit earlier this month? This months theme is Prep School. I cannot believe back to school is right around the corner! As always, let’s start with the bag. I’m not a fan. I don’t like the houndstooth and hot pink combination, and the geometric texture is strange. Also, I cannot even identify the material this is made from, something plastic-y. But it’s what’s inside that counts so, moving on from the negative: Albertini International Divine Skin Hydrator – This in shower body moisturizer is unscented, and I feel it will be perfect in the winter when my skin…
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New Goodies | Drugstore and Sephora Haul
Happy Saturday! This month has been a spendy one! I have a few packages en route still, so expect another haul post soon. If hauls aren’t your thing – don’t worry I also have a few reviews in the works. Batiste Dry Shampoo – This time I purchased my favourite dry shampoo in the Original scent. The Wild scent is still my favourite, but this one is probably runner up. I usually buy Batiste at Marshalls to get it a bit cheaper. Formula X Base Coat – I had run out of my previous base coat, which is shown in my latest empties post. I’ve heard good things about this…
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Empties | Products I’ve Used Up | 2
Remember in my first empties post when I said it would be too daunting to do a huge post? He he whoops! Here we go! Skincare Aveeno Fresh Essentials Anti-Fatigue Eye Roller – Reduces the look of puffiness and dark circles. The metal roller felt amazing under the eyes in the mornings. Though this was only a sample, it lasted for ages. I’d recommend this if you’re looking for something cooling and depuffing in the morning. Clearasil Daily Clear Daily Pore Cleansing Pads – I used these as my acid tone step in my skin care. It was too strong (2% salicylic acid) for everyday on my sensitive skin. It…
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July Favourites
I’ve decided to try and do monthly favourites instead of seasonal favourites as I’ve done in the past. Let me know what you think! Boscia Balancing Facial Tonic – I have done a full reviewed this product here earlier this month. This is a lovely, hydrating toner. It has calmed my redness, and is refreshing to spritz on hot summer days! Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara – I still prefer bristle wands over plastic ones, but this is a fabulous mascara. I find it to be volumizing and lengthening. Some times it is a bit hard to work with because the formula is so wet, but the end result is worth…
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Summer Beauty Wishlist
These beauty items have been at the top of my ‘to-buy’ list for quite some time now, I just haven’t bitten the bullet yet. Too Faced Semisweet Chocolate Bar Palette – This palette is beautiful! I’m especially excited for the Peanut Butter shade to the right of the blue. Shockingly, this will be my first highend eyeshadow palette – I know – I’m behind on the times! I just feel like it’s more of an investment so I thought long and hard on which one I wanted. Mac Lipstick in Plumful – Described as a blossoming rose-plum. Though this isn’t an overly summery shade, I think this will be a…
