Sunday, March 27, 2011

Bonnebell cosmetics ...

So... I went to WalMart last week and decided to go into the cosmetic area. I wanted to see if they had any new products , brands, just whatever and you never know something may have been on sale! Sales can be a good thing sometimes depending on what it is... lol I was on the last isle and was doing my normal scan of both sides. I try to not spend to much time per isle because by time I get to the end there is no telling how many things I might pick up. lol Well on the bottom racks I saw a brand called Bonnebell. It looked interesting so I decided ok I will buy one product and see how I like it.

I purchased Bonnebell Blend n Glow in shade #463 Sun Kissed. This is the darker shade of two options. The packaging says it's a Mineral-Enriched Face Powder. Well one thing I can say is the texture is soft, silky, and finely milled. It has 4 shades of the same amount. You can use the colors individually or together. When I blended the 4 shades together the darker color didn't really show through and the product was very iridescent. I will more than likely use the shades individual and not together. The product didn't turn out how I thought it would, but hey I spend a little under $4.00 on it so I am not upset. I may do a little more research on the Brand itself.




-no primer-
Top color - all the colors mixed together
Left to Right - swatches

Friday, March 25, 2011

Colors of the Season ...



Spring 2011 color Forecast

If you have ever wondered why a new season comes around and between Fashion and Makeup the colors are similar and compliment each other very well.. It's because of the Pantone color chart. What is Pantone Color Chart you ask? lol This is a chart that Designers and Artist look to to forecast what the IT colors are going to be for that season. Fashion and Cosmetic trends from the Runway to your home!

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

NYX ...







When it comes to new products I am kind of lyre even if I have heard good things about it. No matter what it is I still do my research! lol You can ask my friends and family if they want to know something they ask me about it then I get to it .... lol

I was in one of my local beauty stores and saw NYX lipsticks on display. I decided what the heck let me see if there is a color I like and I'll buy it ... without trying it on the lucky shade was #556 Iced Honey! I can say I love it! The texture is kind of soft so I don't consider it long lasting, it has full coverage, it looks like a pink metal color with specks of gold throughout it. Something I don't think to many people know is I discovered if you twist the bottom of the tube it unlocks and there is a lip gloss in the bottom. You will see on the pictures that the lip gloss isn't as vibrant as the lipstick and is very sheer no matter how much I tried the color wouldn't build up!

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Night Treatment ....

Bare Escentuals

Pure Transformation Night Treatment $60 ....






This is a night time mineral treatment. It's proven to reduce the appearance of pore size, increase a luminous glow, and deliver faster cell turnover ( faster cell turnover is what will help clean out the pores, get rid of that dead skin, and give you that natural radiance to your complexion ) , improves texture of the skin, and helps to even out skin tone. It is available in four shades. I believe they have shades so you can instantly see a beautiful complexion even if it is only at night. lol

I'm of medium skin tone and I use the shade Tan. I myself have concerns with some of the areas above and I have seen results. My main concern is my uneven skin tone and pores in my cheek area. This is a product once you use it you will fall in love with it. Like any product you have to give it a little time but by it being mineral I believe it will work faster than other products with all those harsh chemicals in them. Trust me I have tried many Department Store Brands.

To Use:
Close and gently shake the jar. This will allow the treatment to cling to the brush. Open the lid and tap of the excess product. Then buff on to skin in a circular motion just as if you were applying the BE foundation. For full coverage repeat the steps 2 or 3 times. Best of all its non transferable.

Saturday, March 12, 2011

Bare Escentuals Skin Care ....

Ok so Bare Escentuals has relaunched their skincare! It now has New Packaging, 2 New Cleansers, and 1 New Moisturizer to add to their skincare family! That can be purchased at there Boutiques and Online store.

BE also has 2 other products a Neck Cream $38 and Wrinkle Concentrate $38 that are exclusive to QVC until August of 2011.

If you want Brighter, Smoother , Younger Looking Skin, Smaller-Looking Pores, Reduced Fine Lines and Wrinkles, and Faster Cell Turnover. Then this skin care line is right for you!

I am absolutely in love with it! I basically say whatever your concern is with your skin these are the products for you. From the very sensitive Rosacea prone to the very oily Acne prone skin. They are so simple and only a few steps. In this day and age we want less steps that work fast. ( we live in a fast paced society )




Cleansers:
Purifying Facial Cleanser - Liquid - $20
- for Combination skin
Deep Cleansing Foam - $20 - Cream
- for Oily Skin
Exfoliating Treatment Cleanser - $26 - Powder
- for Any skin type 

Moisturizers:
Purely Nourishing Moisturizer - $28
- for Combination skin
Purely Nourishing Cream - $28
- for Dry skin

Treatments:
Pure Transformation Night Treatment - $60
Firming Eye Cream - $28
Blemish Therapy - $18

Bare Escentuals

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Red Lips ....







I have been on a Red lipstick kick lately!

So it was a rainy day here and I had been inside all day and well I was bored! lol So I headed out yes in the rain and went to JoAnn fabrics bought what I needed and down the way was a CVS! A dangerous place for me to go well anywhere with makeup is dangerous for me! lol So as I look down the isle of makeup I go back and forth with myself ooooo that's pretty, oooo I want that but I already have something like that ok don't waste your money lol etc.... Then I came to an area that had Rimmel cosmetics on sale with up to 75% off! So I decided to check it out. I picked up a Red Lipstick #166 Temptation and I feel in love with it! It's a deep/candy apple red with what seems like tiny gold glitter throughout it. I have so many lipsticks in my freelance kit, but now I have my own Red Lipstick and it brings me joy! lol

sn - i have no makeup on but the lipstick don't judge lol