When you saw my review of the Victoria’s Secret Magic Pro FX Transforming Pearl Eye Quad here you wanted to see how I rock it…You guys asked so here it is! I even have a video tutorial so you can get this look too which you can watch below! Rainbow type eyes are fun but these shades that come alive over black (or another deep shade) are really simple to create! Just check it out below!
You can see swatches here on my review post (including bare skin, over white, & over black) but the basic colors are yellow/gold, green, blue/purple, & pink. You can combine them however you like to create a variety of looks. If you want a more subtle look just use a bit of one or more of the shades in combination with a more neutral eye look. If you want to see an eye look that is more subtle, just let me know!
I hope you enjoyed this eyeshadow look! The Victoria’s Secret Magic Pro FX Transforming Pearl Eye Quad is still available from the Victoria’s Secret website for $20. They move merchandise pretty fast so if you want it, snag it while you can!As always, please let me know what you’d like to see next in the comments below! What are your favorite eye looks for Spring?
Let’s talk about one of my Top 5 Fragrances of 2013 shall we? Yes, we must. Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb is definitely a masterpiece unlike anything else in my collection. Beautiful, sophisticated, & very elegant. Keep reading to find out more!
From Sephora- This floral explosion releases a profusion of flowers that has the power to make everything seem more positive. Magically evocative notes immediately awaken your deepest senses, giving you the impression of living life in your own secret garden, away from reality. Sambac jasmine, centifolia rose, cattleya orchid, and ballerina freesia bloom on a base of patchouli.
Let me start out with this is a luxe fragrance- one rollerball of Flowerbomb costs $29 which is close to many full sized fragrances. I waited & waited to use points & percentages off & honestly, it was worth every penny on sale or full-priced. I am SO happy & confident when I am wearing this! I even bought this full set from Sephora here specifically for the rollerball which I’m traveling with. Not only is one of the main notes jasmine (probably my favorite scent ever!) but it lasts all day on me starting more vibrant & then drying down to more woodsy. I get compliments pretty much every time I wear it. Plus it instantly lifts my spirits!
Want to see the other favorite fragrances of 2013? Check out that post here! Have you tried Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb? What are your fragrance favorites?
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So when it comes to eyeshadow toppers I seem to want to collect them all. For those unaware, transforming eyeshadows often look meh in the pan but then you put them on & the pearl sheen is usually spectacular. Especially over deeper shades or black! When I saw this handy quad available at Victoria’s Secret I was automatically excited- Victoria’s Secret is pretty mainstream for something I rarely find! Keep reading to check out my thoughts on the VS PRO Magic FX Transforming Pearl Eye Quad!
From the Victoria’s Secret website- Magically transform any shade of eye shadow in an instant with VS PRO Magic FX Transforming Pearl Eye Quad. With four opalescent, shimmery shades, this must-have eye quad turns our pros into quick-change makeup artists. For dramatic transformations, layer on over dark hues, or wear alone as a pink, gold, lilac or green highlighter.
So the packaging is simple but effective- odd that they’re labeled inside though. I mean…what makes one more likely to be places somewhere than another considering they’re all pearl sheens? Either way, you can see what the eyeshadows are from the peek window which I find handy. No excess space for a mirror or applicator which is honestly fine with me.
You can see these with & without flash to see the sheen. You can see you get the most of the yellow/gold then the pink & an equal amount of the green & purple/blue. Again, this works for me as the gold is my favorite & likely will be the most versatile for everyone. The eyeshadows themselves are a bit stiff when uses dry but it makes for nice blending & layering.
Swatches are over the Jordana Jumbo pencils & bare skin. You can see how they look on bare skin, white, then black. Pretty right? Obviously you can see it really pops most over the black right?
Would you like to see a pretty eye look over a black base so you can see how I use these for an easy but dramatic eyeshadow look! You can still purchase this quad from the Victoria’s Secret website for $20!
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BB, CC, DD, W/E you want to call them took over the last year or two. I tried quite a few Asian bb creams (which I tend to enjoy) & quite a few drugstore options as well (which I haven’t been nearly as impressed with). I’ve really liked some higher end CC creams & tinted options so I had pretty high hopes for the Smashbox version. Slap the fact that it is the Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream with SPF 35 & you have some even higher hopes! Keep reading to see what I thought!
From Sephora– This multitasking tinted cream formula with SPF 35 moisturizes, primes, perfects, controls oil, and protects for flawless skin on set and beyond. Formulated with emollients and optical pearl pigments, this BB Cream gives skin a glowing, ethereal look and provides a hydrating veil for the complexion to maintain moisture on the surface of the skin. With its ultrasmoothing finish, it instantly re-texturizes to create a smooth canvas and enhances the wear of makeup. Ideal even for oily complexions, this expert formula with UVA/UVB protection helps inhibit oil to prevent the complexion from getting shiny throughout the day without the typical chalky matte finish.
For reference, I have quite dry skin. Especially lately! I had issues with some creams being too dense so that it stuck to patches. Many of these balms are targeted to control oils which I am so not worried about! I was most excited to do the flash test, seen above! See a white cast? I don’t! I also noted that it didn’t turn yellow or patchy which was a joy. The coverage is very natural, can you see my freckle face? I actually don’t mind that at all but if you wanted to slap it on over acne I’m not sure how it would work. I consider it light coverage. It looks very natural & didn’t wear off unevenly, I got a solid 6 hours of wear, more with a dash of powder in my t-zone. Overall, great when I’m in a rush!
Have you tried the Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream yet? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Any recommendations on what I should try next?
I received this handy Swoon Gloss Grabber in the mail recently (no return address so whoever it was, thank you!) & now I’m excited to share my thoughts with you! I’m constantly looking for new & innovative beauty inventions, tips, & tricks so this was a welcomed surprise! If you read my 7 Random Must Have Beauty Tools post then you know I am all about trying new things! Keep reading to see my thoughts on this cleaver tool.
From the Swoon website: Swoon is a revolutionary cosmetics tool. Part spoon, part applicator, it’s designed to retrieve and apply every bit of gloss from a lip gloss tube. Every lip gloss lover knows that no matter the brand, the applicator never reaches to the bottom, leaving 20% of valuable, unusable product in the tube. Say goodbye to lost gloss and hello to Swoon!
Swoon, also known as the “Lip Gloss Pick Up Artist,” is an innovative cosmetics tool. Part scoop, part applicator, it’s designed to retrieve every bit of gloss from a lip gloss tube. Every lip gloss lover knows that no matter the brand, the applicator never reaches to the bottom of the tube, leaving 20% of unusable product in the tube.
With Swoon’s non-porous, easy-to-clean and flexible application head – shaped like a fine calligraphy pen; extra long applicator neck – designed to reach every spot; and elegant and easy to hold handle, lip gloss lovers everywhere who love to save money can “Say goodbye to lost gloss!”
I love the flexible tip, thin tip, long applicator, & the fact that it comes with a lid to stick it back in when not in use. While it doesn’t necessarily feel as luxe as say a Dior gloss wand… it actually lets you use your favorite shades up completely! Those silly crevices with tubes shapes odd ( I’m looking at you old school Urban Decay Primer Potion in the genie bottles!) this will be a godsend. Another option is to use it to scoop out excess product to keep in small containers to use them up as well!
You can purchase the handy Swoon Gloss Grabber off their website for $15 here. It is going to be an investment but if you are sick of wasting the bottom of your pricey gloss tubes then this will be a lifesaver gloss saver!
When Mia Mariu offered to let me try one of their 3 MM fragrances & review it for you guys I was thrilled! Then…they offered to let one of my readers win one of their choice as well! Woohoo! For those that don’t know, I’m a fragrance lover in the most ridiculous way so this was right up my alley! Keep reading to see my thoughts on the Mia Mariu Magia Eau de Parfum & enter to win your choice of fragrance!
Mia Mariu Magia website says: “enchanting, flirty, sensual…deliciously unforgettable”
This deliciously flirtatious fragrance invigorates the senses, creates a mood and sets the scene for unforgettable fun, romance and pleasure. With a medley of juicy strawberry, mandarin, peach and pear that play sweetly atop dewy blooms of jasmine, plum, magnolia and flirty frangipani; makes the perfect playmate and ideal soul mate for smooth and sensual base notes of rich vanilla, musk, tonka bean and warm and enchanting golden amber.
The packaging is clean & simple, the bottle made of glass & the top made of clear plastic. It has a spray nozzle which distributes an even amount of scent. I love the notes of strawberry, madarin, peach, & pear you get on the top. Fruity & fabulous! My skin naturally pulls jasmine so it was more noticeable on my own skin than in the bottle. There is also a warm undercurrent of vanilla & woods which adds more depth. A great daytime scent. I don’t find it lasts a super long time but reapplying is a breeze since it is fresh & not too intense.
Because Mia Mariu knows not every fragrance is right for every person, the winner of this giveaway will have the option to choose from Mia Mariu Magia for women, Acqua for men, & Caoba for men. Acqua is described as clean & masqueline while Caoba is more rugged & confident. Check out all three fragrances & their descriptions on the Mia Mariu website here. You can also follow them on twitter here & like them on facebook.
This giveaway is open to US only. Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below. Good luck to all of those who enter & a big thanks to Mia Mariu for making it possible!
Interested in hearing about some new body products? The you’re in the right place! I was recently asked to try some new to me products from Accent & I’m ready to share my thoughts on the Accént Cleansing Wash & the Moisturizing Lotion with you now! Keep reading to find out more!
Accént Moisturizing Lotion- Moisturizing Lotion combines nurturing epidermal ingredients to promote skin hydration. Protease Technology from plant – based enzymes combined with amino acids and advanced moisturizers like hyaluronic acid, helps to hydrate and nourish normal to dry flaky skin, leaving it feeling soft and refreshed.
Accént Cleansing Wash- Acts as a first step in moisturizing dry, sensitive skin by gently cleansing the skin. Utilizing the Protease Technology,the gentle formulation, includingsodium cocoyl apple amino acids,softens as it cleanses. With a pleasant foaming action,skin is left feeling soft and refreshed.
Fragrance free, paraben free, non-comedogenic, & safe for daily use! If you have eczema like me, all of those things are very important since many lotions & cleansers can irritate my dry spots. Neither are very dense but it also not greasy. Accent Cleansing Wash is a nice base step when I am treating my dry skin. The Accent Moisturizing Lotion formula is buildable & comfortable. It won’t mess with any of my fragrances either since it barely has any detectable scent! I think if you have on & off body care needs like me this is great to add into your routine. Safe & easy to use too because it helps treat me skin & won’t make it worse!
Accént products are available at CVS stores and online at drugstore.com. Accént Moisturizing Lotion is sold at a suggested retail price of $15.99 and accént Cleansing Wash for a suggested retail price of $14.99.
If you have eczema or fragrance allergies, what do you use on your skin? Would love to hear about it!
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Is it just me or have new hair releases been the talk of the town lately? When asked to try one of the new Herbal Essences haircare lines I jumped at the chance! Today I have the Volume Collection to share with you which was purchased as a bundle from the Walmart website here for only $12.99. Keep reading to see what I think & to enter to win a $50 Walmart gift card courtesy of Herbal Essences!
Herbal Essences has a whole new line called Naked that comes in 3 varieties at the time of this post: Volume, Shine, & Moisture. All three look similar but have slightly different claims.
Inside the bundle you get the Herbal Essences Naked Volume Shampoo, Volume Conditioner, Volumizing Souffle, & a deluxe sized Dry Shampoo. The packaging on all of these products is very simple & clean, much like the claims!
Herbal Essences Naked Volume Shampoo- Contains no parabens or silicones. Smells like grapefruit & mint. Lathers well & is very lightweight!
Herbal Essences Naked Volume Conditioner- Contains no parabens or colorants. Again smells like grapefruit & mint, which I love. Smooth & lightweight. Not as moisturizing as I usually prefer but would be great on second day hair! Normally I need something with a mask-like quality.
Herbal Essences Naked Volumizing Souffle- No silicones or colorants. This is a weightless volumizing foam formula mousse. You’re supposed to work it through wet hair for more volume! Smells amazing like the rest, not like chemicals at all!
Herbal Essences Naked Dry Shampoo- This dry shampoo uses natural tapioca to absorb oils, perfect for in-between washes! The mint scent is refreshing & doesn’t smell chemical-ish at all.
Want to get your hands on this set right now? You can purchase the Herbal Essences Naked Collection from Walmart here for only $12.99! That’s an awesome deal! I love the scent better than so many other products I own, clean & fresh!
I bought it.
I’m extremely late posting this because I was extremely late finding these! I was practically obsessing & was so scared I’d never be able to find them! If you search back on my blog then you know how much I absolutely adore the Maybelline Color Tattoos so that would have been a tragedy. Luckily I did! Keep reading to see swatches & review of the Maybelline Limited Edition Color Tattoos in Nude Pink, Just Beige, & Matte Brown from the Gilded in Gold Collection which was released in 2013.