When E.l.f. first released their matte lip colors, I didn't initially understand the hype. YouTubers and bloggers were raving about them, but when I tried them--in Natural and Tea Rose--I was thoroughly underwhelmed. They didn't look great on me, but I later realized the problem was color selection. I chose two of the palest shades … Continue reading E.l.f. Haul Update #3: E.l.f. Matte Lip Color
I decided to do my November 2016 Boxycharm review a little differently. Instead of just reviewing each item, I thought I'd show you how they looked in a mini tutorial. I did my Thanksgiving makeup using all of the products from the box, and I must say, this might just be the best Boxycharm ever. … Continue reading Subscription Box Review (and Mini Tutorial): Thanksgiving Makeup Using November 2016 Boxycharm
Studio Makeup has done it again--they've created another palette that has quickly become my go-to for cool-toned eyeshadows. I received the Studio Makeup On-The-Go Palette in "Cool Down" in this month's Boxycharm (a full review of that box will be up next week) but I wanted to review just the palette here, since it was … Continue reading Palette Review: Studio Makeup On-The-Go Palette in Cool Down (Boxycharm, November 2016)
Please forgive my overt reference to the classic claymation Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer--the holidays are nearing and I have carols on the brain. If you haven't seen it, stop right now and do so. I'm sure it will play on ABC Family at least 238 times between now and Christmas. In one sad scene, Rudolph … Continue reading The Island of Misfit Makeup: Much-Loved, Forgotten Products (NYX Love in Florence)
I just realized that it's halfway through November. But I love spending the end of the month--or the beginning of the next month--recapping my favorite products, so let's jump in! I should probably call this the Month of Mascara: I have tried a bunch, and three (!) made it to my monthly favorites list. Let's … Continue reading October Favorites
This post was supposed to review multiple E.l.f. products, but I've decided to devote it entirely to E.l.f.'s new line of clay eyeshadow palettes. I am so torn on this product--if I'd combined this review with other products this post would be ridiculously long. So I'll get to the Studio Blush and Undereye Setting Powder soon, … Continue reading E.l.f. Haul Update #2: Clay Eyeshadow Palette (Review)
It's my first dupes post! I've been testing a lot of mascaras for the past month, and this dupe became so obvious so quickly: The Ulta Plush Drama mascara is a near-perfect dupe for the Smashbox Full Exposure mascara. And to be honest--spoiler alert--I actually prefer the Ulta mascara just a bit more. A quick note … Continue reading Mascara Dupe!: Ulta Plush Drama Mascara and Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara
I mentioned in a post earlier this week that I added two foundations to my recent E.l.f. Haul. Umm, make that three--I have no self-control on my quest for the perfect drugstore foundation. First I bought the Beautifully Bare Foundation Serum, which I really disliked. I have a review on that one here if you'd … Continue reading E.l.f. Haul Additions: Flawless Finish Foundation (Review)
Two weeks ago I posted my E.l.f. Haul, so this week begins the product reviews! I've had a blast trying out so many products from one of my favorite brands, and of course, I must start with the strangest-looking makeup brush I've ever seen. E.l.f. Beautifully Precise Multi-Blender Massager Brush ($12): When I saw a sneak … Continue reading E.l.f. Haul Update #1: Beautifully Precise Multi-Blender Massager Brush, Illuminating Palette, and Perfect Finish HD Powder
I feel like I'm arriving late to the primer party. I've tried a few in the past--usually samples of Smashbox primers I received in Ipsy bags or Sephora Play boxes. I've always felt sort of "meh" about them. But I've had so much trouble recently with foundations sinking into fine lines, creasing, making my pores … Continue reading The Quest for the Perfect Primer: Hard Candy Sheer Envy Skin Perfecting Primer (Review)
Beauty and the Bluestocking 