First Impression: Covergirl 3 in 1 Foundation

I have been needing to get a new foundation for a while. The foundation I was using just was working but I didnt know what to buy. That is when I got a coupon for a free bottle of Covergirl 3-in-1 Foundation. I had heard some buzz about it but wasnt overly confidant. The last time I used anything Covergirl was probably back in high school. But, IT WAS FREE. WHO DOESNT LOVE FREE??? So, I went to the store last night and picked it up.

I have only worn it once but I think it wore great. I have combo to oily skin so if my face is not shiny by noon, its been a good day. Well, shockingly, when I got in my car at 5:15 today to leave work, My face barely had any shine to it. There was a little but it looked more glowy than oily. It looked natural all day and didnt fade or oxidize on my skin. Two Thumbs UP!

I want to throughly review the foundation after I am able to wear it for a while and give my full impression but so far so good!

If you are interested in trying it, you can get them at any drugstore or somewhere like Walmart or Target and price ranges from about $9-13. Check back later for my full review!

MINI HAUL!

So, I did some shopping. Just wanted to get on and share the few things that I picked up this weekend. I seriously cant wait to start using everything! On with the haul!

Starting from the left:

1. MAC Extra Dimension Eyeshadow in Triple Impact. My heart is palpatating at how beautiful it is. It is a pretty sheer wash of color but its gorgous! Its a whiteish color that reflects purple!
2. Lorac Glogetter Palette.  I spotted this beauty on the Ulta website and I knew I had to have it. It contains 8 Matte Vibrant shadows and 2 highlighting shades. It is going to create some great summer time looks. EEEEKKKK!
3. MAC Lipglass in Silly. This is from thier new collection. It is a hot pink lipgloss that creates a BANG on the lips. yeah buddy!
4. Maybelline Color Tattoos in Cool Crush and Seashore Forests. I have many of these cream shadows by maybelline but nothing like this! These beauties are duochrome. They are both in the blue family. Cool Crush is a lighter color that has a more silvery reflection while Seashore Forests is a darker blue that reflects gold. B-E-A-U-T-F-U-L
5. ELF Metallic Neon Trio. From the pictures you can only see the orange one but, there is also a hot pink and a bright blue. These are spot on for spring and summer!
6. Simple Oil Balancing face wipes. I love Simple products. I have pretty sensitive skin and these low maintaince wipes help to reduce irritation. I havent ever used this type but hopefully they will help control the shine!

Everything but ELF and MAC came from ULTA. They had thier Friends and Family Sale this weekend which meant 20% off! I had to take advantage! ENJOY!

Ipsy April Glam Bag

Subscription service are abundant on the market these days. I have only taken part in Ipsy and Julep so I cant say that I have a full range of experience. BUT I do watch a lot of YouTube videos and reviews of various boxes like Birchbox, beauty box 5, Glossy Box, etc, etc. And I have to say, Ipsy is the best. You often get full size products or deluxe samples. No skimpy foil packets here. And the best part, ITS ONLY TEN DOLLARS!!!!!

This months theme was Pretty In Pink! Here is an overview of the bag.

Overview of Bag



 Did I mention you get a sweet bag every month! On to the close ups!



Big Sexy Hair Powder Play

 I have actually used this product before. It is a powder that you rub between your fingers and rub it in the roots of your hair. It adds a little volume to flat hair. I am not exactly sure how much this costs but I know I bought the other one I have for about $3.50 and it was on sale.

Sation Nail Polish in Love at First Byte

Next up, a full size nail polish! I have a lot of polish but I have never used this brand. The color is not showing up true, it is more of a light baby pink. I have heard good things about the brand so i cant wait to try it! The price I looked up varies but it sells from somewhere around $5-7.

 

Be a Bombshell Blush in Sweet Cheeks 



 I have received a couple of other products from this brand in other Ipsy bags and so far I have been impressed. It is a bright pink with a nice sheen to it. From the swatch Ill put up in a moment, the blush has quite a bit of pigmentation but looks like it can blend out for a more subtle effect. This blush sells for $16 on the company website.

Mica Beauty Cosmestics eyeshadow in Earth

Mica is also another brand that is featured often in Ipsy bags. My gel eyeliner I am currently using is from that company. The color is a light pink with lots of shimmer! It will be great for an extra touch to some special looks! The full size retails for about $15 on the company website. From what I can tell, this is a bit smaller than the full size but it is an ample sample of the product!

Mica eyeshadow on the Left and Be a Bombshell on the Right
 

I am excited to start using this products. Probably most excited about the blush!

If you are interested in trying a subscription service, I highly recommend Ipsy. You get a great deal for the money. And who doesn't love a surprise every month!?! Check out www.Ipsy.com for more information!

First Impression: Physician's Formula Fake Out Mascara

First Impression: LOVE IT! I am very picky about my mascaras. I want length and volume and I dont want to compromise! Well, I am always up for trying new things and after Bunny recommended it, I decided to give it a go.

It has a pretty big brush. It is one of the those plastic ones,which I am usually not a fan, BUT this one provides great volume! Fake Out also contains natural fibers so it makes  the lashed loook a little longer with irritating the eyes!

I have been using for a couple of days now and I really like to combine it with my L'oreal Voluminous Carbon Black.

The mascara cost about $10 from the drugstore, but there are always coupons or dealsout there.

If you are looking for something new to try, definately check this one out!

Please Subcribe! :)

NOTD: Gold and Nude

Just wanted to pop on quickly. I hae been a little behind on posts but I have a new mani to share tonight. We all know that french tips can be hard to acheive at home. So, I decided to switch up the traditionals style to create something a little more modern with the same feel!

 

 

I wish that the pictures would have turned out better! Sorry about that! But instead of just going straight across I decided to do it at an angle where it created a "V" shape at the tip of the nail.

 

To create this look I used a a pinky nude by ELF. It came in a three pack and I am not sure it has a name :/ For the tips I used Gold Coin by Revlon. One of my favorite polishes in my vast collection!

 

I am really in love with the look and it is really simple to do!

 

Next up, I plan on doing a first impression of my new favorite mascara! Keep your eyes peeled and as alwasy, PLEASE SUBSCRIBE! :)

 

April Julep Maven

I am a lover of the monthly subscription. One of them that I get every month is the Maven Box. It is by a company called Julep.It started out as mainly nail polish but has morphed into various beauty products as well. There are several styles to choose from. This month I got the modern beauty box.

This months box featured dry shampoo and cuticle serum.I am excited to try the dry shampoo. I use dry shampoo several times a week and im always up for something new!

and lets be real, a girl always need something for the cuticles. There is nothing worse than painting your nails pefectly and having ragety cuticles. I have used the serum a couple of times and it seems to be legit! We'll see.

Lastly, they threw in some rock candy! There is always a little something special!

Until next time, PLEASE SUBSRIBE :)

NOTD: Shiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiny!

Sparkles are a girls best friend! There is nothing better than a beautiful glittery nail. I think that it is great for cheering up the phalanges, especially when its raining. The weatherman called for rain for the next three days! Outragous! But I added a little shine to my nails and hopefully, this gross weather wont be to bad. ;)

For this look I used I am not lion and glistening snow. Both by China Glaze. They are holographic, glitttery goodness. BEHOLD!

China Glace Im not Lion

 



 

 

March Favorites!

In the past month, I have accured some monthly favorites that have become staples in my beauty rotation. Some of the products I am going to show have been things I never thought I would buy but are well worth the money. I can be a stickler for price but sometimes it is good to splurge! Anyway, lets get on with beauties!

First, I want to start with my face powder and highlighters!


Top: Hard Candy Bronzer in Tiki
Bottom: Mac MSF in Lightscapade and MSF in Light Plus


 

I have used many face powders in my day and I havent found one as good as MAC Mineralized Skinfinish in Light Plus. It creates a natural look without being too powdery. It does cost $30 but it seems to last for a while.I highly recommend everyone checking it out.

As for the two highlighters, I have been obsessed with setting my undereye concealer with them. I use the MSF in Lightscapde the most. It helps to lighten up the area without looking like you put glitter or anything in the area. It has a great sheen without being unnatural.

Hard Candy calls Tiki a bronzer but really it is a great golden highlighter. It adds just a bit of glow when you need a pick me up!

Next up, eyes!



Maybelline Expert Eyes in Browntones; MAC Pro longwear Concealer in NW 15; Maybelline Dream Lumi Concealer in Radiant

Lets be honest. Dark circles are a girls biggest enemy when it comes to creating a bright complextion. I have been using a combo of the MAC and the Dream Lumi and it works great! I put the Dream Lumi on first to help correct some of the darkness and then apply the MAC on top. It works wonders at waking up a tired face!

My next trick at bringing out the face is my eyebrows. I have extremely light brows and have always fought it. In years past, I just let it ride. I was too afraid to try and dye them and just didnt understand pencils or what not. My first foray into filling in the brows was with a pencil. It often was too dark and never looked right---until recently. I decided I would give powders a try. Browntones is actually a eyeshadow but hey, who cares! It works great at creating a brow without being too harsh!

Urban Decay Naked Basics

I put off for months on getting the Naked Basics palette. I figured I could live without! Boy, I was wrong! It is perfect for creating an everyday eye look. You can go simple or go dramatic! I have been using it almost everyday since I got it!

Mica Beauty Gel Eyeliner

I got this gel liner in an Ipsy bag. It is a really dark, basic black liner. It is great for the winged liner I have been obsessed with!

MAC Pressed Pigment in Blonde Streak

Swatch

Blonde Streak is great for added a little sparkle to an eye look. I like to use it in the corner of the eye for brightness and have even used it to frame the outside of my eye. Make things a little fun!! and who doesnt love a little glitz?!?

NYX Cream Blush in Boho Chic

A new thing I have gotten into is cream blush. Boho Chic is great for a soft natural look. I use it on days where I want an "inner glow". I use a stippling brush to apply right after my foundation and then set my whole face with my MSF. I find that it has good pigmentation and lasts all day.


Welp, those have been my stand out product for the month of March! Look out for more to come!