Break Up with your Makeup & Win BIG with Cetaphil for my Readers!

July 4, 2014 By StephanieLouise 86Leave a Comment2014-07-04+01%3A08%3A00StephanieLouise

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My Drugstore Brow Routine for Light + Sparse Brows

July 2, 2014 By StephanieLouise 87Leave a Comment2014-07-02+15%3A18%3A00StephanieLouise

My Milani Drugstore Brow Routine for Lighter Colored Eyebrows + Routine

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I have been having a semi-public battle with my brows long before blogging. I really fight to find that perfect brow balance…& with my personal eyebrows it tends to be tough. How much plucking is too much? Why are my brows so thin there? Geez- is that really the right color? I’ve been using the Milani Brow Fix Brow Kit in Light for years now- & here are two more products to add to my arsenal. Keep reading to see how these Milani products have helped to shape my difficult brows! [Read more…]

Neutrogena Professional Triple Hair Repair Review + Giveaway!

July 1, 2014 By StephanieLouise 88Leave a Comment2014-07-01+14%3A05%3A00StephanieLouise

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It Cosmetics It’s All About You! Set is Now Live! Review + Demo

June 21, 2014 By StephanieLouise 93Leave a Comment2014-06-21+14%3A41%3A00StephanieLouise

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Hey guys! I meant to have this up earlier but my eczema was hardcore this week & then last night we had ridiculous storms. There was a river running through my backyards flooding everywhere. Whew. Can’t wait to move. Anyway… let’s talk about the It Cosmetics It’s All About You! Set that’s live & ready to be purchased right this minute! Keep reading to check it all out!

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Right out the gate because it is time sensitive- this deal will be up on QVC for only $59.96 until 2:59 am EST on June 22nd…tomorrow. I actually already bought another kit to give my mom. I really do think it is that great. This set comes with 5 awesome products- some of them I consider holy grail.

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I want to start with the CC+ Radiance Palette first since I don’t have anything like it from the brand! Face palettes are so hot right now because they’re easy to use, easy to travel with, & just a clever concept overall. I dig them. This palette contains 3 silky powders. From left to right we have a CC+ Brightening Powder for color correction & radiance, CC+ Brightening blush in a beautiful coral shade, & a lovely matte bronzer.

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Each product is infused with good-for-your-skin ingredients like vitamins A, C, & E, grapeseed oil, anti-aging peptides, hudrolyzed collagen, green tea, silve, & aloe. The result is is powders that apply beautifully smooth, true to color, & blend like a dream. I absolutely love applying it with the Heavenly Luxe Dual-Ended Cmmplexion Perfection Brush. It comes in this kit- the large side is fabulous & I even used the small side in a hurry to apply the bronzer to my hollows while blending with the other side. The brightening powder is a neutral beige/peach & I love it to set my undereyes lightly & I sweep it where I normally put highlighter.

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The brush is also great for blending out the It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Waterproof Concealer. I feel like the shade Light really suits me well. You need to take the time to blend but if you have dark undereyes like I do then you won’t mind that a bit. It really conceals & stays put all day. The brow pencil in this set is also my long-time favorite It Cosmetics Brow Power Universal Brow Pencil. I’m blonde but this universal taupe shade suits me great. I also love the spooly on the other end. I am normally a brow powder gal but this is my favorite pencil.

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I’m not usually a huge fan of powders because I tend to be more dry & have the aforementioned eczema but the It Cosmetics Celebration Foundation in Fair is my exception. Because they pack in so many great ingredients apparently my skin doesn’t mind at all. It glides on, sets my makeup with added coverage, & doesn’t look cakey. I don’t use powder foundation often but when I do this is what I reach for.

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Even if you like a few of the items in this kit it is better to buy it ow- you’ll save a lot of money. You can purchase this set from QVC now.

Skindinavia The Makeup Primer Spray Review

June 18, 2014 By StephanieLouise 95Leave a Comment2014-06-18+12%3A33%3A00StephanieLouise

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Ever thought to yourself: “I just don’t have time for primer today!” I have. I feel you. I’ve been there. If you have combo skin like I do you probably know the many benefits of primer & try to make time for it anyway. Primer not only makes my makeup last longer…but actually appear smoother & better looking. Nothing beats pretty skin when I need to feel more confident! So what has Skindinavia come out with that could possibly rival my beloved makeup setting spray I’ve been using for ages? Two words: Primer. Spray. Keep reading to see why this was a home run!

From Skindinavia- Our revolutionary ultra-fine primer mist creates a smooth, silicone-free canvas for flawless makeup application and long lasting makeup wear. Skindinavia’s vitamin-based primer is clinically proven to reduce redness and diminish the appearance of fine lines. Recommended for all skin types.

I have a secret- I have always used my Skindinavia setting spray before makeup application & after. This was a natural progression for me! But this is definitely better- it just works better than my prior formula in all areas. I have an issue with primers that have silicones if I try to use them too many day in a row. Makeup staying flawless & long wearing? Awesome. The effect being breakouts? Yeah, kind of defeats the point. Such a cruel cycle.

The Skindinavia Makeup Primer Spray is everything I’ve been looking for & more! I usually do about two sprays after my moisturizer has sunk in a bit with an X on my face. It only takes about 2 seconds. No time wasted & the spray itself is really fine. I let it set (so I usually curl my lashes, apply lotion, or do my hair) then move forward with face makeup. I finish up with a setting spray out of habit but to test this out I didn’t. This definitely helped my makeup last longer on its own! Plus it didn’t dry out the already dry areas on my skin. Formulated with zero silicones, oil free, & nothing that messes with my sometimes sensitive skin this is a big hit for me!

Have you ever tried a primer spray? What are your biggest gripes with traditional primers? Isn’t this packaging design cool? (Last comment nerdy but still relevant!)

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipstick Set Lip Swatches & Review

June 17, 2014 By StephanieLouise 964 Comments2014-06-17+23%3A31%3A00StephanieLouise

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks Swatches & Review - Sweet Peach, Angelic Nude, Merry Berry, Pink Poinsettia, & Candy Red

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When I think of Tarte lip products- I never thought of lipsticks. If you’re familiar with the brand then you probably own a Tarte LipSurgence- or 12. But there’s a newer product in town & I decided to check them out! Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks are right on trend- I’m seriously seeing “butter” more in makeup than in food these days! Keep reading to check out my thoughts on this new-to-me range from Tarte & the amazing value in this kit!

Overall I’m really liking these lipsticks & I am honestly so into the butter lip craze. Comfortable lip colors- what’s not to like? All of the shades in this line have a minty scent & flavor which I personally do like although I know some people don’t. They are on the same level as the Tarte LipSurgence pencils. Sadly with the lip comfort comes a shorter wear time- only about 1-2 hours. I find that they reapply really easily & layer great- these are really handy to reapply quickly because you don’t need gloss or liner. I did find that the darker shades stained my lips which I personally enjoy.

These shades are all very luxe to apply & very creamy. I love the texture but then again i tend to have dry-leaning lips. The shades are pigmented & even the two with shimmer I really enjoy. I don’t find them gritty but I also need to pay attention as they wear off or else I get left with glitter lips. No one needs that! Each shade retails for $16 but since I bought them in this amazing set from ULTA for only $33.00 I find that a steal. These were cheaper than the drugstore!

The packaging is a bit different though- cardboard? That’s odd. But they feel sturdy & look quite nice. I was completely ready to give the packaging a thumbs-down but they have held up in my purse…which is brutal.

Swatches left to right Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks in Sweet Peach, Angelic Nude, Merry Berry, Pink Poinsettia, & Candy Red.

Left to right Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks in Sweet Peach, Angelic Nude, & Merry Berry.

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks Swatches & Review - This is in the shade Sweet Peach

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipstick in Sweet Peach- This is such a happy peachy pink shade. There is fine gold shimmer but I don’t feel it on my lips & I think it just gives the overall color more of a shine- not glittery.

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks Swatches & Review - This is in the shade Angelic Nude

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipstick in Angelic Nude- A creamy nude that isn’t too matte or too shiny- just comfortable & creamy. I am really digging this because nudes aren’t always the easiest to rock on my fair skin.

Left to right Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks in Merry Berry, Pink Poinsettia, & Candy Red.

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks Swatches & Review - This is in the shade Merry Berry

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipstick in Merry Berry- You can see this pulls a bit brown on me because I’m so fair but I think it looks more berry in real life. This is kind of warm but the addition of blue shimmer makes it look cool toned. I find it looked really balanced tone-wise.

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks Swatches & Review - This is in the shade Pink Pointsettia

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipstick in Pink Poinsettia- This is kind of a deeper watermelon shade which makes it easier to wear all year. I don’t think this pulls too winter/fall or spring/summer. Again looks nice & creamy.

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks Swatches & Review - This is in the shade Candy Red

Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipstick in Candy Red- This is a creamy candy red & I love it! It has those pink tones to it so that makes it easier for me to pull off when I have heavy eye makeup on. I like shades like this when I don’t want a full-on red. Another one I think I can pull out all year.

For me personally I don’t know if I would splurge on these singularly but the set is a steal. These are hardcore moisturizing or opaque or my favorite packaging- that’s just my opinion. I’m all about the splurge here & there when something really knocks my socks off. So what makes these worth the buy? I love these shades, I think they look really pretty on my lips, & the positives are really positive. I reach the most for Angelic Nude (which is shocking!) because it is such an easy to wear nude & Sweet Peach because I just love peach shades this time of year. I’ll likely reach for the other shades more in cooler weather since I’m just not reaching for reds & berries as much in this hot weather.

I’m pretty sure once this set sells out it will be gone since these aren’t permanent shades- so check out the Tarte Online Only Kiss and Makeup 5 Pc Amazonian Butter Lipstick Set from Ulta for $33.00 here. You can also check out these lipsticks singularly at Sephora, ULTA, & wherever Tarte products are sold.

Have you tried any Tarte Amazonian Butter Lipsticks? Are you going to pick this set up? Which “butter” type lip products are your favorites?

Vine Vera Resveratrol Cabernet Skin Care- Pour a Glass for Your Skin

June 16, 2014 By StephanieLouise 9726 Comments2014-06-16+13%3A58%3A00StephanieLouise

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Vine Vera is a bit different than what I normally cover on this blog. While I often cover skincare to test out a variety of product ranges the price on these gives me a bit of a jolt. In order to be the best blogger I can be & see things from all sides I dove headfirst knowing that I’d be interested in hearing more about the miracle ingredient Resveratrol & how this duo would perform. After 6 weeks I’m ready to give you my thoughts on two of the Vine Vera products from the Cabernet High-Potency Collection- the Resveratrol High-Potency Cream & the Resveratrol High-Potency Serum. Keep reading to check it out!

From Vine Vera– So what is this seemingly magical compound? Resveratrol is a chemical that various plants produce to fight off attackers, or to withstand lack of water or nutrients. It has been found in various foods, including fruits and nuts, as well as in the roots of Japanese knotweed. Though some believe Resveratrol was first extracted from Japanese knotweed, in face it was initially isolated in 1940 from the roots of a flowering plant called a hellebore by a Japanese scientist. Contemporary experts began researching Resveratrol’s possible medical value in the 1970s. Additional investigation uncovered that plants seem to produce resveratrol in response to stress from injuries or diseases as a protective mechanism. In the early nineties it was proposed that resveratrol’s might be responsible for the cardiovascular benefits of red wine. Since then, hundreds of reports have indicated that resveratrol’s benefits in protecting against diseases and extending life span. Lately Resveratrol popularity is linked to being an ingredient in Vitis vinifera L., or the common grapevine. The greatest concentration of grapevine resveratrol is found in the grape skin, giving red wines a concentration ranging anywhere from 0.2 mg/l to 7.0 mg/l, depending upon the wine.

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So let’s look at the packaging on both of these products first because I think it is really lovely. They each have this deep, brown plummy reflective surface. The boxes they came in were bronze (see above) & really sturdy. I find these both seal nicely & the serum has a pump while the cream is a twist off. Both feel luxe but not too flashy.

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Vine Vera Cabernet Resveratrol High-Potency Serum– This unique, moisturizing serum will leave your skin feeling silky smooth and radiant. Infused with Kelp Extract (Laminaria Digitata), Vitamin C (Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate), Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis),Seaweed extract (Laminaria Japonica Extract), and Resveratrol (Pitchia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract), this extraordinary serum will reduce the signs of aging while replenishing your skin’s loss of moisture.

I really do enjoy this serum & a little goes a long way. The texture is very different- like a mixture of a primer, gel, & a serum. This is clear & doesn’t really have much of a scent. This sinks into my skin quickly & my skin instantly feels smoother (likely because of the texture) it is very comfortable.

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Vine Vera Cabernet Resveratrol High-Potency Cream– This unique ultra-light cream will leave your skin feeling silky smooth and radiant. Infused with Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate), Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate), Avocado Oil (Persea Gratissima Oil), Seaweed Extract (Laminaria Japonica Extract), and Resveratrol (Pitchia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract), this fabulous cream will reduce the signs of aging while replenishing your skin’s loss of moisture.

The scent on the cream is also very faint but a bit stronger than the serum. I pick up a few earthy notes mixed in with a slight moisturizer smell. Once it is on my skin I don’t notice it though. The texture is a cream & gel hybrid which means I actually tend to use less than my normal creams. It doesn’t feel heavy once it is on my skin but does really lock in the moisture.

Because I have been using these two products as a duo I wanted to do my review that way as well. I notice my skin retains more moisture when I use them & feels a bit plumper upon application. I’ve been using this down my neck as well & noticed my eczema that I get there isn’t acting up as much either. Because I’m in my 20s I don’t have deep wrinkles yet so I can’t attest to the anti-aging benefits. If aging skin reacted the way mine has, however, I could see these products really being impressive. My skin feels quite smooth & it is usually dry. I have been using this duo for six weeks (mainly at night because they don’t contain spf) & still has plenty left as well- these will last a decent amount of time.

While the price on both these products is jarring ( they add up to over $1,000 ) I did actually enjoy the results. I’m hard on skincare because I think every woman should be- it is something you apply daily directly to your body. You should have expectations & be a bit bossy. Like I said- I’d be quite interested to read more from someone with aging skin since the Resveratrol studies have been a fascinating read.

Have you tried any Vine Vera products or those containing Resveratrol? What is the most you’d spend on an amazing skincare product?

Epic Blend Lip Balms Review- Vegan, Hemp, & Amazing! Oh My!

June 13, 2014 By StephanieLouise 98Leave a Comment2014-06-13+20%3A04%3A00StephanieLouise

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Are you a lip product addict? Glosses, stains, sticks, & balms…I can never get enough. Unfortunately- my lips definitely can. In fact they scream for mercy with all the testing I do. What can I say? I like to change things up…a lot. Lip balms & treatments have become part of my routine out of necessity & you’ll always find one on me. I’m always locked & loaded! I recently had the opportunity to try out some lip products from Epic Blend & now I’m ready to share my thoughts!

I have an amazing selection here- can you tell? These Epic Blend lip balms are cruelty free, gluten free, paraben free, & some of them are vegan. That’s quite the selection! They ever release limited edition flavors (scents? which is it with lip balms?) on their website here– right now they have banana & chocolate rum. My husband would kill for banana!

Epic Blend Hemp Balms-
Here I have the Coconut, Mint, Citrus Kick, & Vanilla options. I think my favorite is the mint because I’m bias. I’ve grown mint & used it in cooking for years & the fresh scent automatically makes me happy! The Citrus Kick leans a bit grapefruit which I love & the coconut smells just like pure coconut which I also like. The vanilla wasn’t my personal favorite but if you want a vanilla that isn’t too sweet you’d probably really like this!

Epic Blend Vegan Balms-
I have both Wild Berry & the Pineapple Mint which are both vegan. I am absolutely in love with the Pineapple Mint! I’ve already established I’m mint-biased but this is absolutely awesome. I am not normally a berry fan but I like this one too- it doesn’t smell artificial.

Epic Blend More Moisture Balms-
Last we have Unflavored, Grape, Green Apple, & Cherry. I find the formula on these to be a little more slick but more moisturizing as promised. The grape smells just like a purple drink you’d buy in the store but the green apple isn’t as strong. In fact I think I really like the Green Apple because of that. I am not usually a big fan of Cherry scents but I do like this one likely because it smells more tart. The unflavored is perfect for those sensitive to scents… or when I have a headache which I tend to get pretty frequently.

I am loving the variety here- there is definitely one (or 10!) options for everyone. They aren’t too masculine or feminine either…which my husband is always grateful for. I do wish there was a variety that contained SPF & I would love to see something tinted from the brand since these have such great ingredients while being affordable!

You can check out Epic Blend products on their website here. As far as I know you won’t find these in stores here in the US yet- but here’s a list of places you can find them in Canada!

Which balm appeals to you most? What do you look for in a great lip balm?

Zoya Summer 2014 Textured Holo Magical PixieDust Trio Swatches & Review

June 13, 2014 By StephanieLouise 99Leave a Comment2014-06-13+00%3A12%3A00StephanieLouise

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Zoya has stolen my heart with their textures- for me they’re easily some of the best. I know some people are totally over the textured trend but I don’t see that happening for me anytime soon! They’re just so easy to touch up, wear incredibly well, & are just plain fun. For Summer 2014 Zoya released a trio of new Magical Pixie Dust polishes which I’ll be sharing with you today! Check out the shades Arlo, Ginni, & Bar below!

Swatches are all done without base or top coat & 2 coats of each shade. All of my swatches are in sunlight so you can really see the holo effect!

Zoya Magical Pixie Dust Nail Polish in Arlo from the Summer 2014 Trio

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Zoya Magical Pixie Dust Nail Polish in Arlo- A sheer rosy purple base with a finish of sparkle, textured PixieDust with silver holographic hexes & particles.

Zoya Magical Pixie Dust Nail Polish in Ginni from the Summer 2014 Trio

Zoya Magical Pixie Dust Nail Polish in Ginni- A sheer pink base with a finish of sparkle, textured PixieDust with silver holographic hexes & particles.

Zoya Magical Pixie Dust Nail Polish in Bar from the Summer 2014 Trio

Zoya Magical Pixie Dust Nail Polish in Bar- A sheer pale gold/nude base with a finish of sparkle, textured PixieDust with silver holographic hexes & particles.

I know these shades won’t be for everyone but I stand by my undying love for them. They’re far more textured than most other formulas & the holo glitter is really eye-catching. I advise anyone rocking these shades to be prepared for that & to not try to work with super delicate clothes like panty hose or snaggable sweaters. Just a heads up!

You can purchase these shades from the Zoya website for $10 each. & they’re lovely. Which shade is your favorite? Are you still crazy about textures?

Makeup Geek Pigment in Blitz Eyeshadow Look- Blue Eyes Need It!

June 11, 2014 By StephanieLouise 100Leave a Comment2014-06-11+22%3A36%3A00StephanieLouise

Makeup Geek Blitz Eyeshadow Pigment & Vanilla Bean Makeup Look

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I have picked up quite the Makeup Geek collection as of late- only pigments & eyeshadows but still. I’ve been using them a lot in real life but then realized I haven’t been posting them on the blog- shame on me! I wanted to show you one of my newer Makeup Geek pigments in Blitz which I wore to see Maleficent- keep reading to check it out!

If you have blue eyes like me then I hope you know all about the wonders of copper shades. I pressed this onto my lid with a gripping base so it was really pigmented. The only other shade I used was to buff out the edges & highlight- Makeup Geek single eyeshadow in Vanilla Bean.

This shade is a red/brown based copper with shimmer that is metallic when used foiled. I’m really loving it. Loose pigments aren’t always my favorite thing but these are so crazy pigmented that I think I make less of a mess. These containers do come super full so it is messy at least the first few times- totally worth it for the extra product though!

The lipstick I’m wearing here is MAC True Love’s Kiss from the Maleficent Collection which I reviewed here. On my cheeks is Benefit Rockateur which I have really been loving this lately! I wanted to keep everything besides my eyes & lips simple which is why I didn’t add a whole lot of extra colors to me eyes.

What are your Makeup Geek must haves? What colors make your eye color really pop?