Beauty Product Reviews | Page 3

Superb set for perfect brows.

I'm a brow person. It's what I've done for many years and I specialized in training many makeup artist on how to create a beautiful brow that doesn't overwhelm the face but compliments it. Brows (like your hair style) can help with the appearance of restructuring a face shape. Naturally, I have tried MANY brushes and tools over the years. I've always recommended stiffer brushes for the brows and have always resorted to using angled liner brushes to create clean lines because nothing existed that did it. I finally can use a NATURAL brow brush! The shape of #21 is a bit shorter and wider than most brow brushes which helps you create that consistent line easily. It's amazing for tapering off the tails as well. #23 is another fave for me as the brush end helps soften the arches. The lash comb I generally use to remove clumps from mascara or use it to apply mascara precisely to my lower lashes. The spoolie is probably the more normal brush you'll find but it's made out of really high quality steel so it doesn't get bend up when you use it! I've been using Parian Spirit to clean the spoolie. I recommend this set for brow artists, makeup artist and makeup enthusiast!

Beautiful, full coverage

This foundation is so underrated and I'm so surprised that more people haven't used this yet! The shade range in this is fairly wide so chances are you probably will find your match perfectly. If you're like me, you might be in between 2 shades. I'm Shade 2 and 7 mixed. I typically like wearing two different shades mixed or separate on my face to add dimension so I don't need to spend a lot of product contouring afterwards. This has a buildable coverage and you don't need to apply it in layers even. If you need less, simply use less and sheer it out by blending. If you need full coverage apply more product at the start and slowly blend it out. I use the GSN 05 brush and use a stippling motion to blend. It feels comfortable throughout the day and I haven't found I needed any major touch up. It doesn't oxidize on my skin! I love BY TERRY's mimetic factor which helps keep skin looking young/fresh and like you just applied your makeup!

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this yet. I've been wearing sun protection since I was 12 (my mother made sure I didn't end up with sun spots) and I've been through every variety. I was using Vichy for a bit since it was the only one that would only clog my pores every 3 weeks or so. That's right, I simply put up with break outs every so often because I thought it was normal with SPF. I've been using EVE LOM for about 9 months now and I can honestly say that it's the best SPF I've used and I would never buy anything else. Even with my drier skin, I find that I don't need another moisturizer under. It firms my skin, brightens the tone and protects it. The plus side is that it absorbs super fast and doesn't leave any white film on the face. It's comfortable to wear, has no scent and I don't think I could ever not own this in my life after using it!

For those who want a radiant glow!

I love this easy to wear foundation. Don't let the CC+ Cream fool you, it's definitely a medium to full coverage foundation. I prefer this formula over the original as I have drier skin and I want something that had a glow in it without it being sparkly or sheer coverage (looking at you your Armani Luminous Silk...) and this is perfect. I pair this with a primer but I don't think absolutely need it. It's my go-to foundation for days I need to be quick in the morning but still want a fairly flawless skin. My mom loved my skin so muhc, I ended up buying her one as well. I don't find it getting oily during the day at all and doesn't fade like a lot of radiant or luminous foundations. It really performs like a high-end foundation.

Finally a bronzer that looks super natural and healthy

I'm quite pale and my legs rarely hold a tan. I'm also not a fan of self-tanners or streaky, fussy bronzers so when I came across BY TERRY's new "bronzer water", I was immediately intrigued. I snapped up a bottle ASAP and used it poolside. ZERO transfer at all even after I swam. It has a very subtle but buildable bronzer effect when you use the Calm Water method. After you shake it, there is a shimmer effect and gives you a beautiful glow without it looks gliterry. I would give it about 10 min to set before you dress so that it properly tint the skin. And of course it smells amazing (roses!)

Cute and versatile

I'm very fickle when it comes to bronzers. Depending on my skin finish that day (another fickle thing) I like to either go matte, super-bronzed or glowy. Rather than buy 10 different bronzers and have them take up all my precious vanity space, I bought this and ended up loving it. I love the cute packaging and the little suggestions on the inside about matching your bronzer to your day. It's a fun concept and very TOO FACED! There are the classics in here like the Milk Chocolate Bronzer and some more fun ones like SNOW BUNNY.

Perfect for an avid brush collector

Being a makeup artist, I thought that these brushes weren't required in my collection. SURELY, I had shapes like these already. But nope, I don't. I was thrilled to hear that Beautylish would be partnering with Chikuhodo to create a set of unique brushes. My favorite is definitely the powder brush. It's slight angle makes it the perfect powder brush for loose powders so you can reach into the natural contours of your face. The ever so slight paddle shape makes it amazing for picking up pressed powders. I know that many want 100% squirrel hair for powder brushes, but I find the blend of goat and squirrel actually perfect - and I have sensitive skin. I also have been using the Detail brush often! I love it to wing out or soften my kohl liners. It works for a lip brush as well to help create a perfectly lined lip and shaping the cupid bow. It's also been great for travel. I find that I don't need more than these 5 on my trips!

As for adding to a kit, I would keep these in my personal collection or use them for brides as it feels luxurious and definitely adds to the experience of using these brushes.

Perfect for travel

I love this brush for quick brushing and touch ups while I'm out. Let's be honest, my hair looks pretty frazzled at the end of a work day so having a nice brush to pull out and brush my hair is a luxury! It's cute, compact and smooths out your hair. The bonus is that it looks great in your purse along with all your other makeups!

Replaced my Mason Pearson

Yes, I loved my Mason Pearson. It cost me a whole week of pay at some point in my life and I had it for years. However, now that my husband as been using it I needed to have my own brush back. I wanted to give Anna Sui a try since I've heard so many great things about. I must say, I love this brush way more than my MP. I find that it's gentle enough on my scalp yet distributes my natural hair oil evenly! I also have hair extensions on/off so I need to be super careful about how to brush those and the Anna Sui has proven awesome for it. It's significantly more affordable than the MP. Bonus is that it's way way prettier on your vanity. You no longer have to hide your hairbrush. I plan on getting Anna's vanity cup to store it!

smooth, silky, hydrating and fresh!

I've tested many many primers over the years. This rivals my fave high-end primer for the fraction of the price. I try to switch up primers every so often as my skin changes from season to season. This serum primer is SUPER-HYDRATING without making your skin oily. I have drier skin, usually quite sensitive around the nose and forehead area and this primer does a great job at keeping my moisture levels high throughout the day without any breakouts.