Thursday, September 29, 2011

OPI - Drip Dry



Drip Dry on the Left & OPI - Dim Sum Plum on the right


So for the past week I have been wanting to paint my nails, but I had no clue as to what color I wanted! I went to the professional Beauty Supply store with all intentions on finally purchasing an Essie nail polish!!! Then as usual I started to walk around and ran into this OPI value pack. ( since I purchased this at a professional store the value pack was no more than $7 total ... I am not sure if it is sold at non professional stores) Now when I saw the color I was like ooook this is totally not what I came into the store for ..... However when I saw what the free gift was I had to purchase it!!! OPI has a product called Drip Dry this has to be one of my favorite finds this year!!! No Really I am so serious! I do have Solar falsies on my nails, but I get tired of never having an actual color on my nails and I am one to get bored easy .... so it was time to change it up!

How it works:
1st - Apply your Base Coat
2nd - Two Coats of you Nail Polish of choice ( the product states that it works with all brands of Nail Polish this is definitely a plus )
3rd - Take 2-3 drops of the Drip Dry and well drip them over each nail
4th - Give it 5 minutes and you will be dry ( This Really Works I was so AMAZED )

Side note: If you are from Louisiana you probably would agree with my coworker who said the nail polish color reminded her of K&B! lol It really does though!

Monday, September 19, 2011

September - Birchbox is here!!! THANKS TO YOU!





The following descriptions on the products are taken from the card sent with the package.




Adventurous Incoco - Nail Polish Applique
16 strips - $7.99-$10.99

We all have a wild side. Eye-catching nail strips are the latest trend - try them on your fingers or toes.



Polished Jouer - Lip Enhancer
0.33oz - $14
Why settle for plain 'ol lip balm when you can hydrate, plump, and condition all in one go? Right, we thought so.



Eco-Minded LIV GRN - Earth Eau de Parfum
3.4oz - $60

Made from sustainable ingredients, this sultry scent is laced with jasmine and sandalwood. Plus, ten percent of sales go directly to Global Green, and environmental non-profit.




Balanced Pangea Organics
Facial Cream for Normal to Combination Skin
2ox - $36

An all-natural moisturizer,with antioxidant-rich grape extracts and essential oils keeps skin both hydrated and shine-free.

This month they sent a little Friendship Bracelet to celebrate there Birchbox 1 year anniversary!

Friday, September 9, 2011

Nude Eye & Pink Bold Lips



Eyes:
Bare Minerals Original Prime Time Eye Shadow Primer
M.A.C. Paint Pot - Painterly
Urban Decay Naked Palette - Naked, Sidecar, Virgin, Hustle
Kiss - Lashes - KPE 21

Face:
NARS Matte Foundation - in Stromboli
Bare Minerals Mineral Veil
Clinique - Almost Bronzer SPF 15 Medium/Dark
Blush - was a trade show purchase
Lancome Highlighter - La Rose Liberte

Lips:
M.A.C. - Honey B. Lipliner
Covergirl Queen Lipstick - Powderpuff Pink
Tarte Lipgloss - 2011 Holiday Collection

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

COVERGIRL Queen Collection Lip Color


Description on Website:

COVERGIRL Queen Collection Lipcolor provides as much rich, true color as the leading department store lipstick. Our silk moisturizing formula helps maintain moisture levels so lips feel smooth and look gorgeous. The more you wear it, the more gorgeous your lips become!

My Story:

I have been wanting to try the new formula and colors since I heard Queen was coming out with 24 new shades!I can say I was glad I did!!! I purchased 7 out of the 24 from WalMart (prices vary depending on location) I definitely do recommend to get the product from there because it's cheaper than buying it from a drugstore. Now if your at a drugstore and see them on sale Buy 1 get 1 %50 of if you are wanting to buy more than one than you can go that route. When I did the math in my own research on where to purchase from you are basically paying the same amount. lol



I do like this product. The texture is nice and has a light feeling to it. The only drawback I found was the more intense darker shades stained my lips and by me having lighter lips I wasn't trying to walk around with purple stained lips just for the fun of it ... lol

(L-R)
The Shades I purchased:

South Beach Sand - pink with gold flecks
Spicy Seduction - looks like 14 karat gold
Cool Khaki - more of a nude pearl like color
Nude Attitude - brownish brick color with a little shimmer
Girly Pink - reminds me of SBS but with purple in it and kind of iridescent
Berry Bling - a medium shade of Bright Purple with little sliver flecks(stains lips)
Powderpuff Pink - a medium shade Bright Pink (more on the matte side (stains lips)


South Beach Sand


Spicy Seduction


Cool Khaki


Nude Attitude


Girly Pink


Berry Bling


Powderpuff Pink

Monday, September 5, 2011

Sonia Kashuk - Brow Kit




My Story:

I was in Target and had to stop by the Beauty area! It wouldn't be right if I didn't Right??? lol I saw this quad and was like hmmmm let me try it. It retailed for $9.99. It has 4 basic eyebrow colors allowing you to use alone or mix together to create your custom shade. However, it's not a powder like I thought its more of a gel texture. I am in the process of growing my eyebrows back from the damage I did when I was younger from over waxing and tweezing. So for me the product didn't allow me to fill in my brows fully I still have to use a pencil or a powder if not both. I am still gonna try and play with it because I rather only have to use 1 product and not 3 .... that takes way to much time for a girl on the go like me! lol



Saturday, September 3, 2011

Get your Lipstick to last !!!





If you want your lipstick to last make sure to Exfoliate Them! Yes your can buy a lip scrub made with sugar and all that or you can just brush your lips with your Toothbrush while you brush your teeth! This will allow your lip products to last Longer and Look Smoother and who wouldn't want that!

SN: Get your man to do it also minus the lipstick, but some good ol Chapstick isn't bad! Keep them Kissable Ladies and Gents! lol

Friday, September 2, 2011

August - BirchBox is in!!!




The following descriptions on the products are taken from the card sent with the package.




Shaveworks - The Cool Fix
2oz - $11 or 5.3oz - $25

At last, a solution to bumps, ingrown, and other shaving and waxing side effects. Bonus: it soothes as it works.

My Story:
I can say it had a refreshing feel to the product. I haven't seen any ingrowns or any other reactions. I believe that this is a product that you have to definitely try more than once and see if it works for you. However, when it comes to me I definitely have sensitive skin and are will get an ingrown like it's nothing. So I am big on exfoliating my skin ( face and body).


smashbox cosmetics - Photo Finish Foundation Primer
1oz - $36

This award - winning primer is better than ever, with brand - new packaging. It gives skin a matte, velvet - soft finish and keeps makeup in place all day.

My Story:
I have used this in the past and when I did I loved it well I loved the texture that is ....  The only thing is that I get really oily in my forehead and nose area and this product for me didn't help enough our how I would have liked it to in those areas.By the middle of the day I was shiny and having to use blotting sheets and apply more setting powder. I am just one who doesn't want to keep having to apply powder throughout the day.


June Jacobs - Papaya Purifying Enzyme Masque
3.7oz - $62

Powered by natural fruit extracts, this creamy mask dissolves dull cells, then boosts skin with essential oils and antioxidant - rich tea extracts.

My Story:
I tried this tonight and I absolutely love the way it made my skin feel. It feels so soft and clean ... it didn't dry out my face at all and almost forgot to put a moisturizer on! lol It has a very creamy feel to it and I love the smell of it. It smells fruity but clean! lol If that made any sense ....


Quidad - Climate Control Heat & Humidity Gel
6oz - $16

A styling aid with brains! When this non - sticky gel senses heat, it stops hair fro expanding. Welcome to frizz - free curls.

My Story:
Ok sooooooooooooooo I tried this product and yeah I don't care for it! It just left my hair more stiff than soft and I felt that it held my curls down not giving them life and body! lol I am wondering if it would be different if I used the Quidad shampoo and conditioner before this styling aid..... indecisive about this product : /



twistband - Hair Tie
Set of 3 - $5

This soft elastic gives the hair tie a sophisticated makeover - it looks as good on your wrist as it does in your hair.

 My Story:
Well I would really like to try this however I don't have enough hair for full ponytail I would have a baby puff! lol It did look cute on my wrist though!