Maybelline Superstay Better Skin Foundation Review

First off I want to state that, I received this from influenster for testing purposes. 

All opinions are my own experience from testing out.

Shade: Classic Ivory

08/03/15: I've been trying this foundation out for a week now. So far I'm loving it. I can feel that my skin is brighter and more hydrated. This foundation is a thin consistency. It has SPF 15. The coverage is medium. I have to use about 1.5-2 pumps. 

UPDATE 10/12/15: I love this foundation. The coverage is great. I have combination skin. It covers redness and evens out my skin tone. I don't have to set it with a powder. I do feel that this foundation have great skin benefits. When I use this foundation it makes my face feel soft and looks brighter.

The only con about this foundation is that the brand is not cruelty free so I won't be repurchasing it. I'm a cruelty free user but because this was sent to me, I was required to make this review. I hope I can help some of you with this review.

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Hard Candy 20th Anniversary Nail Swatches

Hard Candy 20th Anniversary Nail Polishes.
Recently Hard Candy came out with some limited edition products for their 20th Anniversary.

I picked up the 8 nail polishes. The first 5 (Coconut, Claws Up!, Sky, Mint and Scam) are old colors that are brought back and the last 3 (Girlie, Tangerini, and Zombie) are new shades.

These nail polishes are $4 each. 

*First off, I want to apologize for the bad nail painting. This is my first time doing nail swatches. It was not easy. Haha

1. Coconut: Milky White with purple and blue iridescent.

Application: 1st coat was sheer and very streaky. While applying I noticed a texture, but that didn't affect the finish look. The iridescent was not noticeable until after removing the nail polish.

In the swatch below: three coats.

2. Claws Up!: Tan/Nude Beige with silver iridescent.

Application: 1st coat was nice and even. The formula on this one is very easy to work with, I like it a lot more then some of the other ones in this collection. It has a beautiful cream finish with silver iridescent after drying. Two coats was good but I think a third coat is optional for those who likes very opaque nails.

In the swatch below: two coats.

*This one is one of my top three favorites.

3. Sky: Baby Blue with iridescent.

Application: 1st coat was a little messy. The formula on this one is very thin, The polish pools up on the tips. Since it is thin, it can create air bubbles. To avoid this, you have to apply a thinner coat. The iridescent was barely noticeable. Two coats was good but I think a third coat is optional for those who likes very opaque nails.

In the swatch below: two coats.

4. Mint: Pale Mint with iridescent.

Application: The formula on this one similar to Sky, it is very thin so it creates air bubbles and pools up on the tips.  To avoid this, you have to apply a thinner coat. The iridescent was barely noticeable until after removing the nail polish. Two coats was good but I think a third coat is optional for those who likes very opaque nails.

In the swatch below: two coats.

5. Scam: Magenta Purple with blue iridescent.

Application: 1st coat was nice and even. The formula on this one is very easy to work with, It has a cream finish with beautiful blue iridescent after drying. Two coats was good. I did notice that the more coats you add, the darker it gets. This is a very beautiful shade.

In the swatch below: two coats.

*This one is one of my top three favorites.

6. Girlie: Pink with iridescent.

Application: 1st coat was nice and even. The formula on this one is very easy to work with. Looking at the bottle, I expected this to be brighter but it's not that bad. The iridescent is very sheer and can be seen better in the sun/light. Two coats was good but I think a third coat is optional for those who likes very opaque nails.

In the swatch below: two coats.

7. Tangerini: Bright Coral no iridescent.

Application: 1st coat was streaky. This one seems to have more streaks. It's the only polish in this collection without iridescent. The second coat was still not good enough, so for best results use three coats! I love this shade, it's very fun for Spring and Summer.

In the swatch below: three coats.

*This one is one of my top three favorites.

8. Zombie: Deep almost Black Purple with iridescent.

Application: 1st coat was opaque. The only polish in this collection that is opaque and not streaky. The iridescent is beautiful. I recommend two coats just because....LOL

In the swatch below: two coats.

My Thoughts

I think these polishes are very good quality for the price. They are $4 each. Since they are limited edition, I do recommend you trying them out!

I noted my top three up there but here is a list on them again.

1. Claws Up!: Very gorgeous Nude with Silver iridescent.

2. Tangerini: Bright Fun Coral Shade.

3. Scam: To me, this is a unique shade!!!

Swatches Morphe Brushes: 35T - 35 COLOR TAUPE PALETTE **NEW**

Morphe Brushes came out with some new palettes. The one I am swatching today is the taupe palette (35T). This palette cost me $22.99. Along with this purchase, I bought three other palettes. This is my first time purchasing from Morphe Brushes and so far I'm very happy about the quality.

Here is the picture of the palette from the Morphe Brushes website. I have to admit the picture does not look like the palette in person. The picture is lighter and the palette is darker. That's my opinion.

The Swatches

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Row 4

Row 5

Update/Review 5/27/15

I'm loving this palette, the shades are all gorgeous. I do find that some shadows are still powdery when applied with makeup brushes, so it causes some fallout. I use my fingers when packing on the eye lid. The shadows are easy to blend if you have a good base/primer. If you don't put a base on it will be patchy. 

Here's the video for those who missed it:

Carefree Acti-Fresh Liners Review

Panty liners are used for many reasons, everyday discharge, at the beginning or end of your period when it is lighter  and  as a backup to tampons, in case your tampon leaks. Some people choose to wear them everyday, others occasionally, and some don't wear them at all. It is all personal preference. 

If you wear panty liners everyday. These are great. They are thin and comfortable. There is no scent. The length of the panty liner is good, it covers the right area. I think it would be nice if they were a little longer just because when you sit in different positions, your underwear do move and the liner moves too. I change my panty liners after 2-3 hours wear. It really depends on how long you need it for and when you feel the need to change. 

If you wear panty liners at the beginning or end of your period when it is lighter these may or may not work for you. If you have heavier flow and they end of your period is not light then these wont work but if you have a regular flow and your end of period is light, these will work. 

I think these will also work for tampons leaks. I don't wear tampons often so I can't say much about it. I am currently pregnant right now and these are perfect for everyday use :)

Pros: Good for everyday use.
Cons: The adhesive to stick on the underwear is not as strong on some liners. It is not super absorbent so if you are not light flow, it won't work for you.

Overall I give it a 3/5 for everyday use :D
  
Here are more reviews and product description: http://www.carefreeliners.com/product-details/acti-fresh-regular-panty-liner

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes, but that all opinions
are my own. I am not paid to do this.

Top 5 Fall Lipsticks 2014 and Review

Fall is all about dark, sultry, sexy lips. Check out this collab I did with PaNou.

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1. Wet n' Wild Spiked With Rum: Rose brown 

2. Flower Beauty Dahlia Dahling: Medium blue base red

3. Wet n' Wild Ferguson Crest Canbernet: Magenta leading towards more purple

4. Wet n' Wild Cherry Bomb: Black cherry red

5. Wet n' Wild Vamp It Up: Dark purple, nearly black

Reviews

Wet n Wild Mega Last Lipsticks 

Pros: Very opaque and pigmented. Affordable, it cost $1.99 at my local Shopko.  

Cons: They don't last long, reapplying is needed. The packaging is bad.
They can be drying for the lips.

Flower Beauty Kiss Stick Velvet Lip Color

Pros: Great color pay off. Very affordable considering that it's a line from Drew Barrymore $6.98.

Cons: It's a little drying for me personally. Maybe because it's Matte/Velvet.

PaNou

1. NYX Matte Lipstick in Butter
2. NYX Matte Lipstick in Strawberry Daiquiri
3. NYX Matte Lipstick in Siren
4. NYX Matte Lipstick in Alabama
5. Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick in Prayer

Click on the photo to go see the videos and better swatches.

Lush Skincare: Let The Good Times Roll, Enchanted Eye Cream and Breath of Fresh Air

Let The Good Times Roll Facial Cleanser

Description:

Gently exfoliating polenta cleanser

"A luxuriously soft and sweetly-scented cleanser, Let The Good Times Roll has quickly become a huge fan favorite. Maize flour, corn meal and a dash of cinnamon powder gently exfoliate and leave you with a vibrant glow, and lightly hydrating corn oil helps skin to retain its moisture and elasticity. With its rich butter-caramel fragrance and velvety texture, no wonder this one is so popular!"

My description:

It's not a cleanser, its a gentle scrub.

There's strong sweet caramelized popcorn smell. At first I didn't like it but now that I'm used to it. 

How I use it:

I use this after my cleanser. I focus this scrub on my nose (black head area). I've noticed that it made my pores smaller. 

My thoughts:

Even though it's a gentle exfoliator I don't think any scrubs should be used daily. After using this scrub I notice my skin to feel very soft and glowing. I do like this product and recommend it.

Rating:

8.5/10

Enchanted Eye Cream

Description:

Tighten fine lines with lavender and honey

"The skin under your eyes is extremely delicate. Forget about pal-kt peptides or Q10 complexes; only the gentlest natural ingredients should be used to keep the skin firm and supple. Enchanted Eye Cream is a gentle, soothing blend to minimize fine lines. We mix calming lavender honey water to reduce swelling with cold pressed almond and jojoba oils to moisturize and honey for that “just awoke from a full nights beauty sleep” look. Gently dab on with your little finger, following the line of your cheek bone up towards your brow bone."

My description:
Very thin, light cream.

How I use it:
I use this after my toner. I take a small amount and apply under my eyes.

My thoughtsI like this eye cream, it takes away dark eye bags. It does moisturize but since its thin and not thick I feel like it doesn't moisturize as well as what I would like. Overall I'm impress with this eye cream.

Rating:

7/10

Breath of Fresh Air

Description:

Soothing seawater spray

"Give your skin a new lease on life with a blend of ingredients inspired by the sea. Breath of Fresh Air is suitable for all skin types, but is particularly beneficial for faces that have been ravaged by the elements. A gentle spray refreshes you when you need it most and brings all the nutrients of the sea directly to your skin. Fresh seawater gently cleanses, while carrageen (seaweed) extract softens and provides essential vitamins and minerals. And all the while, rose absolute and aloe vera are soothing dry areas."

My description:
Refreshing!!!! It has a nice smell.

How I use it:
I spray this on my face after using the scrub. It's definitely a breath of fresh air. I love this toner and will keep repurchasing. Tip: If you can't spray your whole face, Spray the center and use your fingers to spread the product all over and let it sink into your skin. 

Rating: 
10/10

Walmart Beauty Box

So excited to discover a new beauty subscription. I've heard of the Target beauty box and never got my hands on it. Here are some information I found about this box:

"Walmart has teamed up with our trusted partners to deliver useful products, helpful tips, and great savings for your seasonal beauty needs. Subscribing to a Walmart Beauty Box means receiving an exciting array of seasonal essentials."

1. Sign up for your first box

Sign up today for your first box. Each box is hand-selected with products that fit your life-stage and are seasonally relevant. We'll process it right away, and you should receive it within one to two weeks.

2. Get a new box every three months

We'll send you your next box every season (Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter). You'll only ever be charged for shipping, which occurs when your box is sent to you.

3. Enjoy! (and tell us about it.)

We would love to hear your thoughts on the products you receive! You may receive a survey, and we encourage you to tell us all about your experiences with our products.

The items are free but you pay $5 for shipping. That is a great deal! If you are interested click on the photo to get signed up :D