Beauty Product Reviews | Page 3

Great eyeliner brush to achieve any look!

I was a thin eyeliner brush type of girl until I met the Laura Mercier Flat Eye Liner Brush! I've had it for nearly a year already and through all my washings and usage, it's still in brand new condition. The brush doesn't shed and always delivers the most precise lines when I use it. I like to use this brush with gel eyeliners and I wash it every time after a use (since the gel liners can dry up + cake on the brush). I can rock a super thin line or go bold with an ultra wing with this brush. Insanely in love with this brush and if I ever lose it or somehow damage it, I would purchase a new one instantly!

Super creamy and instantly brightens up the whole eye area!

I attended a Dior makeover event at Bloomingdales and one of the Dior associate totally sold me on this! The texture is super creamy so blending is extremely easy. At the event, the associate only used this under my eye which did brighten up the area but didn't cover my dark circles completely (my dark circles are quite noticeable). I like to use a corrector, concealer, and powder under eye area first. I know that sounds a lot but I only use a small amount. After all of that, I like to dab the Dior Skinflash right on top of my dark circles to brighten up the whole area. I sometimes use this on the bridge of my nose, cheek bones, and brow bone to add an extra glow to those areas. On my lazy days where minimal makeup is used, I dab it under my eyes for a quick fix. Great product that delivers!

Super gentle cleansing pad that you can use everyday with any cleanser

On one of my random Sephora trips during the summer, I saw this little pink cleansing pad and it totally caught my eye. I reminded me of the L'Oreal scrublet pad which I have been wanting to try. SInce the Sephora cleansing pad was only $5, I thought "Why the heck not?" I could not be happier with my purchase! I use a pump or two of any cleanser on the pad and lightly swirl it all over my face and neck. Since the bristles are so soft, I use this nearly everyday and it has not irritated my skin once. The back has a suction cup so you can stick it to your mirror when you're not using it, which I find pretty handy. It's a little tricky to get use to holding the pad at first since it slips around, but you'll get use it. If my face is feeling dull in the morning, I add some cleanser & cold water on the pad to refresh and wake up my skin. This cleansing pad is a great skincare tool that I absolutely love and if I ever lose it, I will definitely be repurchasing.

Solid mascara that gives volume but clumps a bit

I do like this mascara since I feel like it volumizes and maintains the curl in my lashes decently. The wand is thick so it really does pick up all your lashes. I have noticed that if I don't brush off the wand first, the mascara does slightly clump. I use a spooly to wipe off the excess so it's not a huge deal. I like to use 3 - 4 light coats of the mascara, letting my lashes dry 15 seconds in between each coat. Though it's not a bad mascara, I will not purchase it after I use it up since it's a bit pricey. *** I received this product from a NARS associate at Bloomingdales for no reason other than her being awesome :)

Hydrating balm without funky smells or texture

I've been using this lip balm for a couple of months and I absolutely love it! It doesn't feel greasy on the lips and doesn't have a strong fragrance. I slather this balm onto my lips after I give them a good scrub before bedtime. By morning, my lips are supple and soft. $14 is a bit expensive for a balm but I find it well worth it.

Lightly tinted lip balm that's moisturizing!

The color I have on in the photo is "Natural Smile" and I love it! The packaging is thin and small so it fits perfectly in my makeup bag. The color pay off is sheer but it gives me a nice sheen to my lips that I love. I like to use this on days I just want a natural look or if I rock smoky eyes (having too much gloss or lipstick with a deep eye makes me look way too made up). This tint isn't as long lasting as I would like which is why I knock it down by one star. The flavor and smell of the tint is a bit minty which is great.

Creamy gel liner that stays put all day long

I agree with Natasha K. since the Clinique gel liner is not thick or dry at all. I've had it for almost a year and the product is still fresh like the first day I bought it. I use my Laura Mercier Flat Eyeliner Brush (<a href='http://www.beautylish.com/p/laura-mercier-flat-eye-liner-brush' rel='nofollow' target='_blank'>http://www.beautylish.com/p/laura-m...</a>) to tightline my eyes and it hasn't failed me since! I learned from my first gel liner that if you're not using the product, close the top or else you'll dry it on out. I've tried taking off the liner with makeup remover wipes but they just don't cut it. I need to use a eye makeup remover to get rid of it all (which means this stuff really stays on your eyes all day long). A great gel liner that will last you a long time and give you perfectly lined eyes!

Creamy concealer that covers dark circles

The only other Fresh product I own is the Sugar Lip Treatment, which I insanely heart! While cruising the aisles of Sephora, the Fresh concealer packaging stood out to me. The white squeeze tube looked pretty nifty and after giving it a try, I fell in love with this product! The concealer is super creamy and very easy to blend. All I do is squeeze a small amount on my fingers and lightly dab it on my dark circles. A little goes a long way so I definitely suggest you using a little bit at first, and build up from there if needed. I use a yellow powder to set the concealer and I'm set for the day. I did notice lately that after 8 hours, my under eye area looked a bit dry. I'm still trying it out but I think the dryness might be due to the powder and weather (since it's November right now, the weather is extra cold and my face has been extra dry). There are only four shades to the concealer if you can test it out in store first, I highly recommend you do so.

A sweet highlighter that gives the perfect amount of sheen

I heard amazing things about Moon Beam and the lovely Nymphette (<a href='http://beautylish.com/nymphette' rel='nofollow' target='_blank'>beautylish.com/nymphette</a>) told me that it's a must product for me (she mentioned that this color works great on tan & olive skin). Moon Beam doesn't have glitter or sparkles. It's a lightweight liquid highlighter that you can put just about any where on your face and body. I like to use it on the highest part of my cheeks for a dewy glow. Sometimes I swipe a bit on the bridge of my nose, temples, and cupids bow for an extra sheen. On lazy days, I swipe a bit on my eyelids and mascara for an easy look. If I wear a strapless top, I could see myself using this on my collar bone for an extra glow. I also add a bit into my foundation or tinted moisturizer on days I want a brightening effect to my whole face. Overall, a great product that really livens up your face!

Basecoat dries quickly and makes nail polishing a breeze!

I absolutely love Orly's Bonder Basecoat! 3 quick swipes on each nail and by the time I finish on both hands, I'm ready to start applying my nail polish. I can use the most inexpensive nail polish to the highest brand, they all go on super smooth. I have noticed my nail polish will streak a bit on the first layer but once I add another one, the polish is smooth and streak-free.