Clinique Even Better Concealer

I've been using Clinique's Even Better Concealer for about two weeks now. Since I've used Clinique's Airbrush Concealer, I was interested to see how this would compare. I like this concealer a lot. I was a little hesitant to buy a concealer in a pot because I would be dipping my brush in again after applying onto blemishes, but I have't broken out because of it. I've got the colour, "Porcelain." It's a little lighter than my skin tone, but not much. Note that concealers should be a shade or two lighter than your natural skin tone.

This product is easy to apply and covers well. It has a natural finish and brightens so I have no problems using it on my under eye circles. I've bought concealers in the past that didn't really get the job done, so I would apply more and it would look cakey. A little here goes a long way. However, the only downfall of this concealer is the staying power. I think that the Airbrush concealer lasted longer on me - whereas when I come home from school, I've found that this concealer moved slightly, even after I set it with a powder.

Overall, I would still recommend this. It's really a great product and I think that the benefits of this concealer outweigh the disadvantage. 

L'Oreal Voluminous Million Lashes Waterproof Mascara

I think that every single beauty guru or beauty blogger has one of these. They are constantly being raved about and it's claimed to be a fantastic mascara. Naturally, I wanted to try it out and bought the waterproof one in blackest black. I liked the brush because it isn't composed of hairs or fibers - it's rubbery and can separate the lashes easier and give great volume. However, I can honestly say that I really hated the formula. I don't like super wet mascaras because they take too long to dry but this one was like the Mojave Desert. It takes too many coats to get an even look and it is so drying! It flaked on me as soon as I put it on. Maybe I just bought from a bad batch but I will not be repurchasing to find out.

Look! Hardly any mascara sits on the bristles or the wand, even after pumping! 

 And a hint at what just arrived in the mail!

Clinique All Heart and Covergirl Enchantress

Recently, I received a card in the post from Belk. It gave a free, full sized lipstick that I could pick up and redeem at the Clinique counter. I happened to be heading to the mall anyways and was given the lipstick, Clinique All Heart. It's a long lasting, blue based red lipstick. I found it to wear well and apply smoothly. It wasn't very drying like a lot of other long lasting lipstick! I think it's a shade that anyone can pull off because it's flattering on all skin tones and makes your teeth look whiter.

It also has a gorgeous shimmer!

I also picked up a Covergirl's Enchantress at a different store. I've been really wanting to find a barbie pink lipstick to try out. This lipstick lasts a good four hours before I need to reapply it and isn't drying. However, the glitter in it stays when the colour doesn't. It also settles very easily so you need to apply chapstick or lip balm before you apply the product. If you don't mind the glitter and have fantastic lip balm, it's a great drugstore product but I think I'm going to keep looking for a true bubblegum pink lipstick.

Grease Lightning!

So, I did a quick lightning bolt mani today! I used this tutorial and masking tape to get the shape. I didn't cut the tape before I used it, which didn't get me extremely clean edges, but I think it turned out pretty neat! The lightning bolt looks best in the third photo because the gold was hard to photograph.

Here are the polishes I used. Essence matte top coat, P2 Color Victim in 191 Gigantic, Orly Luxe, and OPI Natural Nail Base Coat.

Lack of Posting

Sorry guys for the lack of posting! It's been pretty busy with schoolwork. I've been doing ACT prep, starting up a club and I have PSATs soon. Expect more posts soon though.

Listia

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If you use this invite, you'll get an extra 100 credits giving you 600 credits to begin with! https://www.listia.com/signup/2153417 

Mood Struck: Colour Change Nail Polish

Today was a half day at school so I had some extra time on my hands. I was in Rite Aid and spotted this nail polish for 99¢ I was super excited because I'm pretty sure that I saw these on another blog and they worked really well. I got one in hot pink. 

The colour is a hot pink that applies a little streaky, but dries to a matte. I used two to three coats. Unfortunately, I never saw a change in colour. I added no top coat and only used a striper on two fingers. I tried dipping them in hot and cold water.... nothing. I was really let down. Good thing it was only a dollar! 

(Original)

(After warm water)

(After ice bath)

And look at my wooly bullies! 

SKULL SHADOW BOX

Urban Decay is having a huge sale at the moment, which is great news because I'm almost an addict. I've was scrolling through and picked out a few single eye shadows to purchase and saw this deal. It's nine shadows for $12.

                                                                 (Without Flash)

The colours are great and for a smaller palette, it has a nice variety of wearable shades. My favorites are Blunt (mostly matte with a bit of shimmer) and Twice Baked (satin that also has a bit of shimmer.) This palette is glitter heavy, so you have to tap off your brush after every swipe.

*I  bought this a few weeks ago and only received one of the sponges inside, so that's why there is empty space. They have changed the palette now so it only accommodates one sponge.

Beginnings

So, I have decided that I want to start a beauty blog. Maybe it will justify my love and spending on different products. I also want to share my reviews and opinions on products so other people find new products they love or items someone should never buy. Hopefully I'll be posting soon!