Nyx Above and Beyond Full Coverage Concealer

This was another buy that I bought for Prom. Because I didn't really like the Neutrogena concealer, I decided I was going to try out a new one. I looked at some reviews for this concealer and it got some pretty good reviews. It's also similar to my old Clinique potted concealer so I decided to give it a go!

First off, it is very similar in texture and application to the Clinique Even Better Concealer. The skin tone shade is practically the same. The Nyx concealers are both very creamy but they do not settle into fine lines. I bought the "Lilac" and "Porcelain" shades. They are both pigmented and cover up spots and under-eye circles very well. While the "porcelain" is used for obvious reasons the "lilac" is used to brighten and conceal yellow undertones. It looked interesting so I tried it out.

I did notice a subtle brightening effect with the lilac. However, I don't have very yellow under-eye circles so I think it would work even better on someone who did.

My only quells with this product is the lasting time - it only lasts about 4 or 5 hours. And the first time I tried the lilac concealer on under my eyes, it irritated a little. This has only been a one time occurrence but I thought it should be noted.

Definitely try this product out and see if you got the same results. It's only about $5 so it's a good concealer to test out if you like it!

Nyx Soft Matte Lip Creme

Normally, I do not like a lot of lip products. I find the need to reapply them after I eat to be a little tedious and I don't care for glosses too much. However, I can appreciate a nice matte lip.

Nyx Soft Matte Lip Cremes are fabulous. They apply easily and are very creamy. It takes a few minutes for them to dry to a matte. The applicator is nice and easy to work with. And the pigmentation is great for the $5-6 you pay for the product. If I don't eat, the colour lasts a good 4-5 hours.

I bought the two colours, Monte Carlo and Stockholm. Monte Carlo is a blue based red and Stockholm is a nude. Both are very flattering and extremely pigmented. Now, with all matte lip products they do show lines and if you have chapped lips, they will be noticeable. You can use a lip balm before you apply or if you want to lighten the colour of the product.