Beauty Product Reviews | Page 7
Great price, pigmentation, wear time and color selection!
I picked up 4 of these palettes (T15 Honey Brown, T18 Amazon, T19 Wood Pink and T24 Urban Grey. I have enjoyed using them and think they are a great shadow product. Out of the four T19 Amazon was the only one that was a miss for me. I like how flexible the pigments are, meaning some are pigmented but sheer, which means you can blow them out or pack them on depending on the look you are trying to create. I find them easy to blend, the palettes each are a complete look and tell a beautiful color story. They are a fantastic price for the level of quality and worth picking up several. These are definitely pro quality in pigment, packaging, longevity and the way they blend. I do think it would be very helpful to have a shade matrix though, because it would be nice to know which shades are mattes, sheers, shimmers, velvet's etc. Because some of the shades I was expecting to be dark are really sheer versions of that shade, and some that looked like mattes in the pic have a sheen to them. More info is always appreciated!
Splurge worthy!!!!!
Oh this highlighting blush is so gorgeous and luxurious! The packaging and product design alone make it a true stand out luxury item! However it's splurge worthy based on performance alone! I love it! I have light skin so I opted for this shade because I love the rosey, peachy, bronzey glow that it adds to my skin! I use it as an all over face finishing powder and just lightly dust it on with my Goss fan brush. You can build it up for a stand alone cheek product just as well, but to give fair skin a true summer glow swirl and dust!
I LOVE what this does for my skin!
OK...so I am a little late to the facial oil train. I have combo skin and while I know all the facts it's still been hard to add oil to my already oily face! I realized that using this am/pm was to much for my skin but using it at night after I cleanse my face is just perfect for me! It's definitely repairing my skin as I sleep. I can visibly see that my skin tone has evened out and it's calmed down my redness. My skin feels softer, fuller and balanced. It's important that if you are using it in the morning that you give it a good 10-15 minutes to absorb into your skin. Otherwise you will see it breaking down your makeup. Also you don't need to use much if you are normal, combo or oily! A very small amount will be sufficient! In terms of application I have found that it's best to pat it all over and then rub it in!
This mascara has the "wow" factor!
I am usually not a fan of IT Cosmetics mascara because other than tightline they all irritate my eyes and I can't wear them. So I am happy to report that the formulation of Superhero doesn't cause any problems for my sensitive allergy prone eyes! I found that the product started working much better for me after it had been open for a week or two. The first week I used it I found it to be to wet, blobby and messy. But now I love it and can't believe how much thicker and longer my lashes look. If I use 3 coats it looks like I legit have falsies on. I prefer the look of 2 coats and feel like that is the perfect amount of lash drama for my eyes! So if you have had bad luck with IT Mascara in the past like I have give this one a try!!!
I've fallen fast and hard for this one!
I'm a lip balm aholic and have quite a collection of tinted balms that I love. But this one takes the cake! I love how moisturizing it is. The shade range is great, there is something for everyone! Considering that it's a balm it's pretty pigmented and leaves behind a nice lip stain. I've been wearing it nearly every day and I still don't feel like I've even had to twist it up yet. The price point kind of kills me, but it's on par for luxury lip products. It's the only think I've been reaching for in my purse and shade 7 Coral is literally the perfect shade for summer! Worth the splurge and the print makes it so easy to find in my purse!
1 palette. 6 shades. Endless looks!
These mini Viseart palettes are fantastic! I love the way they are curated for warm, cool or neutral eye looks. I picked up shade 02 Minx and have had a lot of fun using it. I find the shadows to be extremely pigmented. They have the same powdery texture that is typical for Viseart shadows. And while many would lead you to believe that is a bad thing, it's not! It's only bad if the product doesn't have great pigment. These take some work to blend because of how pigmented they are but the results are stunning. With proper application technique you won't have fall out and you will love how long wearing these shadows are. The only two drawbacks for me with the Minx palette is that I wish it had a more natural transition shade and I'm not crazy about the packaging. On one hand I love it because it's small, compact, seems durable and perfect for my busy travel schedule. But on the other hand it's a little awkward and seems like it's going to get beat up pretty easily. But I love that Viseart has created a more consumer friendly product and this is the perfect way to dip your toe into the Viseart world!
Incredibly Special and rare Palette!
I feel like every once in awhile a brand comes out with something that works for all of us and in the case of this palette is exceptional quality at the right price. The minute I laid eyes on the light tan vibes palette I was a fan and couldn't wait to try it out. The bronzer is a beautiful neutral tone that is perfect for fair-light skin tones and the blush highlight shade leaves you with several natural and breath taking cheek options. And for my friends in the medium-deep skin tone range you're not left out either! The tan and flash cruise palette is rich, pigmented and will kiss your face with the perfect summer glow. You will have fun blending shades together, using them separately and creating eye looks to coordinate with your cheeks! My bags are packed and I am ready to chase summer with this palette as a staple for all my faux sun drenched makeup looks.
A must have for makeup artists new and seasoned!
I've seen a lot of makeup artists release fantastic books with their tips, secrets, tutorials etc. In fact I have a stack of them. However I wouldn't have ever described any of them as essential for an artist. Until now. I wholeheartedly believe that Rae's new book is the best one out there. Not only is it beautifully done, well laid out and a clear labor of love. (She told me she worked on it for 3 years) But it contains some of the best step by step pictorial tutorials that can teach all of us! I actually think that for a new makeup artist just starting out this would be the best investment you could make in your craft. We should always be learning, growing and honing our skills are artisans. I am so excited to implement her teachings into my skill set and will systematically work my way through the book, relearning, and perfecting my artistry. And for the makeup junkie...you will love this book as well as see a dramatic increase in your own ability as well!
Believe the hype!!!
I'm about 95% sure that I can end the search for a Holy Grail full coverage liquid foundation! I can't stop wearing this and I can't believe how many people have complemented me on my skin since I have been wearing the Magic Foundation! Here are some important Magic Foundation facts: It's full coverage with a demi-matte finish! So it stays put and your skin looks healthy! It's a quick set foundation, so you have to work fast or work in small sections of your face. It's best paired with a buffing brush rather than a beauty sponge. When you buff it into the skin it covers and blurs imperfections in a beautiful way. You don't need a lot of product. It covers well and if you over use you're going to get a cakey look just like you would when you over apply any other full coverage foundation. It's a self setting foundation but since I have combo skin I find that it has better staying power if I lightly set my t-zone with a loose powder. It's universal for all skin types! How you prep your skin will always determine how well makeup looks on you, so just because this is for all skin types doesn't mean it will look good if you skip skin prep! For those of you super into packaging etc it's the same gorgeous luxury packaging we have come to expect from Charlotte and it will look beautiful on your face as well as your vanity. It's been a long time since I've been this excited about a foundation! And I am so happy to say that after putting this product through rigorous testing that it lives up to all the hype! I am so happy with it an think it will be quite a best seller! I also have light wonder/ magic foundation shade comparison swatches on my blog <a href='http://www.aglitterylife.com' rel='nofollow' target='_blank'>www.aglitterylife.com</a> in case you need additional shade matching assistance.
The best eyeshadows I have ever come across
As both a professional makeup artist and a total makeup junkie I feel like I have used nearly everything on the market at one point or another. And I have a substantial list of products that I love and have used for years as my tried and true never fail me products. However I can't think of a single eye shadow that out ranks this palette for me now. I got the #2 palette in my lucky bag and it was instant love at first application. I used it everyday for weeks till I was able to buy the Green Brown 28 at IMATS. Needless to say I've not used any other shadows since. They are creamy, the pigmentation is insane and the finishes are gorgeous. I love the mattes, because they are great transition shades and basically all I would need. The Metallics and Sparkling finishes are my favorites though. They retain their high power color and finish from dawn to dusk. Using MAC paint pot in painterly as a base I have gotten 12 hour wear time with them looking as good when I take them off as when I put them on. I have a very hooded eye and don't experience any creasing with them, including using metallic and sparkling finishes in the crease. It's been years since I've been able to use shimmer shadows in my crease since they break down, fall out and crease. I can't believe these perform the way they do. In terms of fall out I've not experienced that to any degree worth noting. In fact I've not had to do any clean up after application. I use natural hair brushes from Wayne Goss and Smith Cosmetics and because of the intense pigmentation I use a light touch when picking up product. A light touch will also allow you to apply directly to the eye without tapping off your brush first. I feel like there is a learning curve if you are not used to the pressed pigment type product, but that is easily over come with a little practice. Because they are so creamy they are easily blended out. So for more dramatic looks you will want to use a flat shader brush to place product on the lid. They also respond well when I use my finger to place the metallics/sparkles on the lid for a pop of shimmer. This palette isn't for everyone. It's an investment up front but something worth saving for and 100% worth splurging on if you are able. To me these eye shadows are the perfect formula on all accounts. In regards to Talc being listed as the first ingredient: Since they are made in Italy if cosmetic products contain talc it's required by law that regardless of the amount of Talc that it must be listed as the first ingredient. Check products like Tom Ford and Visert and you will ind Talc listed first there as well. The amount of Talc in products like this is not enough for concern unless you know for certain you are allergic to it.