Skin Care Wish List




I have taken the pledge to work through my current products before I purchase more... That doesn't mean a girl can't dream. Here is my wish list for what I am going to purchase once my current products run out.
The descriptions of the products are taken from the Sephora website.


PERRICONE MD

Chloro Plasma

What it is formulated to do: 
This revitalizing treatment mask is formulated with the science of phytonutrient microcapsules for deep detoxification and cleansing of the skin. The mask addresses loss of radiance, dull and fatigued skin, enlarged pores, fine lines, and rough skin texture. 



ORIGINS
GinZing™ Refreshing Eye Cream

What it is formulated to do:
Late night? Long flight? Look tired all the time? This natural, clinically-proven morning-after eye cream instantly reduces dark circles. Unsightly bags and puffiness virtually disappear. And Origins' proprietary complex of caffeine from coffee bean, Panax ginseng, magnolia extract, and natural optic brighteners rapidly wakes up, refreshes, and restores radiance to tired eyes. Best for all skin types.


BOSCIA
Konjac Cleansing Sponge With Bamboo Charcoal

What it does:
Konjac Cleansing Sponge With Bamboo Charcoal cleanses and exfoliates to deliver smoother, softer, brighter-looking skin while minimizing the appearance of pores and eradicating blemish-causing bacteria. Formulated for combination to oily skin, the konjac root absorbs debris and impurities, while the bamboo charcoal acts as a natural anitbacterial agent, to cleanse deeply and detoxify pores without irritation. Gentle enough for even the most sensitive of skin types, it can be used over the face, neck, and even the delicate undereye area. When used regularly, it helps draw out impurities, minimize the appearance of pores, and reduce blemish-causing bacteria 


PERRICONE MD 

Hypoallergenic Nourishing Moisturizer

What it is formulated to do:
Perfect for sensitive skin that's dry, dull or damaged, this gentle moisturizer prevents the visible signs of aging. It provides deep hydration while helping repair the skin, keeping it firm and toned. It leaves skin feeling soft and smooth, making it a perfect primer for flawless makeup application. 


FRESH
Rose Floral Toner

What it is formulated to do:
This gentle floral water hydrates the skin for a plump and toned complexion. Regular use after cleansing imparts a healthy-looking glow. The natural aromatic experience adds a mood-enhancing dimension to the experience. Use it to revitalize the skin throughout the day, set makeup, and soothe irritations.



CAUDALIE
Make-Up Remover Cleansing Water

What it does:
This gentle formula removes makeup from the face and eyes as it soothes, moisturizes, and softens skin. There’s no need to rub for a thorough clean— a gentle cleansing base washes without stripping. The improved formula is now more natural, more effective, and gentler on skin. The fresh fragrance includes orange and lemon blossom, watermelon, and mint leaves. 




SOFT COEUR

Lush Massage Bare
Our soft-hearted, melty massage bar is designed for lovers and romantic trysts. Soft Coeur got its name from the delectable union of honey and chocolate in a soft center. You can break the heart in half to reveal the messy chocolate middle and melt it all over your favorite body to make him or her extra tasty. In fact, it's as good for your skin as it is for your relationship. Creamy cocoa butter, softening cocoa powder and almond oil condition your skin to leave it smooth while the honey chocolate scent makes your mouth water. Delicious!

Emma Watsons Makeup




Recently Emma Watson revealed on twitter her must have makeup essentials. These items are what gives her that flawless look!






Now I normally don't go gaga for the stars, but come on... Its Emma Watson. Any feminine Harry Potter freak would understand.


Here is the list of what she uses

1 iPhone
2 Guardian angel trinket
3 Haribo Gold Bears
4 Oribe Superfine Hair Spray
5 Dior Skinflash Radiance Booster
6 Tide instant stain remover
7 Safety pins
8 Kevyn Aucoin Creamy Glow blush
9 Topstick Men’s Grooming Tape
10 Nars Duo eyeshadow
11 false eyelashes
12 Batiste dry shampoo
13 MV Organic Skincare Pure Jojoba
14 Topshop nail varnish
15 Giorgio Armani Fluid Sheer skin illuminator
16 Commando Better Than Nothing knickers
17 Make-up brush
18 Label M hair clips
19 Anastasia Beverly Hills tweezers
20 Clinique Bottom Lash mascara
21 Benefit Pocket Pal lip/cheek stain
22 GHD hair straighteners
23 Tom Ford lipstick
24 Bobbi Brown creamy concealer kit
25 Fresh Skin Soother after shave balm
26 Suqqu Make Fix Mist
27 eyelash curlers
28 make-up sponge
29 RMS Living Luminizer
30 Crème de la Mer lip balm

Kat Von D Lock-It Tattoo Foundation Review




Every time I visit Sephora, I always ask for a couple samples. In my last stop I picked up the Kat Von D Lock-It Tattoo foundation. I already reviewed the powder (Here), so I had a good idea what shade to ask for.

A quick warning. If you have dry skin like me, use a heavy moisturizer! In fact apply this in the morning after sleeping with a heavy moisturizer on your skin. It will cling to the dry patches! This has a matte finish with a complete full coverage. You can see below that I have some blotchiness to my skin, I used concealer only under my eyes and very lightly at that.


Overall I have pretty dry skin so this did cling to patches. I used the Good Karma brush from Urban decay to apply the foundation. I also made it a bit damp before blending. I was able to get a pretty nice coverage after two thin layers. This foundation is on my shopping list for the VIB sale next week. I am definitely keeping it on there.





New Benefit Balms or Benebalms coming in June!




I have seen this picture circling Reddit and there has been little information online about these tints. I now know that these are releasing in June and they will be $18 dollars each.

also this was in the latest lucky magazine


aaaand I would also like to bring attention to this blog that has had a chance to swatch them
 ( http://beaut.ie/2014/new-benefit-hydrating-lip-balms/ )



                                                             From left: beneblam, chachabalm, posiebalm, lollibalm

I am going to run out and get lollibalm as soon as these launch! Who else is excited and want these?



NORDSTROM - Shop Women's Work Wear for Spring

Nyx Lip Product Haul and Review




    Right now Ulta has Nyx products B1G1 half off, pair that with the $3.50 off $10. I had to jump on it. So I picked up all of these beauties and swatches them down below. 




Here is the pile!
 (From left to right) Strawberry milk, Summer love, Indian pink.



Some of these swatched a lot better than others... I was disappointed mainly in the matte lipstick Nude. This lipstick went on so blotchy and no matter what I tried, I could not get a good application. 
From left to Right I have 3 lipsticks, 2 soft matte lip cream, 2 mega shine lipgloss, 1 matte lipstick, 2 butter gloss. 









The New MAC’s mysterious ‘Maleficent’ collection






When purse buzz first posted about the Mac Maleficent collection I was so giddy. Anytime there is Disney and makeup put together, the little girl in us goes nuts. This will Launch come June 2014.

Here is the line up!

 MAC Lipstick in True Love's Kiss. P1100
 Pro-longwear lip glass in Anthurium. P1270
 Pro longwear lip pencil in Kiss Me Quick. P1230
 Eye palette in Ground Brown, Concrete, Carbon, and Goldmine. P2530

 Penultimate eyeliner in Rapidblack. P1290
 For your brows: eyebrow pencil in Fling. P1100
 Sculpting powder in Sculpt, a soft taupe matte. P1430
 Beauty powder in Natural. P1800
 Prep+Prime Highlighter in Bright Forecast. P1400
 Nail lacquer in Uninvited. P830
 Nail lacquer in Flaming Rose. P830
 Nail lacquer in Nocturnelle. P830
 Lashes. 36, P830
 Lashes in 30, P830



Sephora 2014 VIB Sale!






Hey all
So recently I went on a binge at Sephora. I was chit chatting with the sales rep about the vib sale. I asked her if it was a secret when it is and all the girls around the register were really excited to talk about it. They had told me that it would be not this coming sunday but the next, which would put the sale around March 30th! I know we are use to Mid April on these sales so hopefully she is correct. It will be a 15% discount. I am super excited, I have been hoarding shop kicks for this specific event.

Thanks
Devon

Too Face Melted Lipsticks New for Spring 2014






Too Faced just launched their new lipsticks with the spring collection. They are the Melted Lipsticks.

Here is what Too faced has to say
"Get the staying power of a stain, the intense color of a liquid lipstick and the high shine of a gloss in one long-wear formula. Using exclusive technology to keep cauldrons of molten lipsticks liquid and creamy, Melted Liquified Long Wear Lipstick comfortably coats lips in bursts of intense, high-impact, super rich, saturated color that lasts for hours."

Very important for me, here is the applicator for the product.






Price- $21
The shades include



  • Melted Nude
  • Melted Peony
  • Melted Coral
  • Melted Fuchsia
  • Melted Ruby
  • Melted Violet
  • Get it here!


    Review on GlamGlow Youthmud Tinglexfoliate Treatment





    A while back I did a first impression/ review of Glamglows Youthmud. Here is that video. I hope you enjoy :)

    Smashbox Be Legendary Lip Gloss for Spring 2014








    Here comes some more spring launches. New this spring Smashbox Be Legendary Lip Gloss for Spring 2014!

    "Saturated shades of gloss with mirror-smooth shine that’s never sticky. Inspired by photo gels found on set, this gloss starts with a clear, hydrating base free of traditional heavy binders (meaning no stick-factor), then it’s infused slowly with bold pigments (unlike most glosses that are over-processed in a rush). Airy feel, glassy finish, vibrant color. Just 1 swipe leaves a vibrant wash of gorgeous color since the pigments are left intact with the careful mixing process. Create the illusion of a plumper pout by dabbing a bit of extra gloss in the center!"



    Price- $20
    • Azalea
    • Black Tied
    • Cognac
    • Coquette
    • Coraline
    • Disco Rose
    • Gingerly
    • Illume
    • Legendary
    • Melondrama
    • Pink Lady
    • Rosy Pink
    • Pout
    • Rosette
    • Sugar Cane
    • Vivid Violet

    New Nars Contour Blush






    Today Nars launched their brand new contour blushes. This is only available at mars boutiques and on mars.com. Come April 1st these will be available at all other retailers. These blushes feature a lighter shade to illuminate the highpoints of the face and a deeper shade to enhance definition. 



    Price- $42
    • Gienah-Honey/ amber
    • Olympia- Ivory/ rose
    • Paloma- Pink beige/ deep rose






    New Nars Artistry Brush Collection







    The New Nars Artistry Brush Collection is launching and it is a beautiful iconic nars matte 16 piece brush set that has brushes for face, cheek, and lips. 

    These will be available on mars website on April 1st(april fools day!) and at all other retailers on April 20th!
    I can't wait to stock up on these and use them with the launching contour blushes.


    NARS Face Artistry Brushes
    • Powder Brush #10 $52
    Blends, buffs, and diffuses loose powder for a lustrous finish. Double domed with layers of full, soft hair to pick up and deposit powder evenly.
    • Bronzing Powder Brush #11 $52
    An artist essential for controlled application. The dense concentration of soft, natural hair holds and applies product for an even, all-over glow.
    • Cream Blending Brush #12 $28
    A versatile, multi-use brush for face and eyes. Designed for gentle application of concealer around the eyes and effortless blending of cream textures.
    • Precision Blending Brush #13 $26
    For precision application of concealer. Ideal for focused use on spots, pigmented areas, or around the eyes and nose.
    NARS Cheek Artistry Brushes
    • Blush Brush #20 $42
    Professional domed shape deposits blush pigments perfectly. Diffuses as it blends for smooth, effortless application.
    • Contour Brush #21 $42
    Expertly angled for sculpting and highlighting the cheekbones. An artist essential to define and blend with controlled application.
    NARS Eye Artistry Brushes
    • Eye Shadow Brush #40 $32
    Deposits the perfect amount of pigment for a masterful sweep of all-over shadow.
    • Diffusing Brush #41 $32
    A must-have for blending and creating the smoky eye. Lush bristles softly apply shadow for a light veil of color.
    • Blending Eyeshadow Brush #42 $32
    Ideal tool for applying high-shimmer shadows and effortless blending for a soft-focus effect due to softer, longer hair design.
    • Wide Contour Eyeshadow Brush #43 $32
    The go-to artist essential that does it all: tap, blend, or sweep shadow with ease. Angled shape allows for all-over or precise application.
    • Precision Contour Brush #44 $28
    The firm, flexible hair design of this brush is ideal for applying concentrated color in the eye crease.
    • Smudge Brush #45 $28
    The smoky eye artist essential. Expertly deposits color along the lash line and diffuses and softens eyeliner.
    • Push Eyeliner #46 $28
    Transforms any cream or powder eyeshadow into an eyeliner for a smooth, fine line at the base of the lashes. Use wet to apply powders for stronger color impact.
    • Angled Eyeliner Brush #47 $28
    Designed for impeccable glide when applying liquid and cream textures along the lash line. Perfect for use with NARS Eye Paint to create a variety of effects, from natural to dramatic.
    • Brow Defining Brush #48 $26
    Define, shape and fill in sparse brows. Firm bristles provide control and deposit powder for a hair-like effect.
    NARS Lip Artistry Brushes
    • Precision Lip Brush #30 $26
    Designed with a wide, flat surface to evenly apply lipstick with precision.
    The NARS Artistry Brushes Collection will be availabl April 1, 2014 at NARS Boutiques and on narscosmetics.com.

    Kat Von D The Butterfly Effects Palettes






    Kat von d recently posted this picture on her Instagram. Holy hell batman… I have been searching high and low for more information.
    As soon as I can find any info on this matter, I will post it here. Stay tuned!

    Too Faced- A La Mode Eyes




    Too Faced is launching their new summer collection and it is amazing! The peaches in this palette are really going to make and impact this summer. This palette is up now on the Ulta website for $36. As soon as I can get my hands on it I will be posting tutorials!

    Too Faced-Bonjour Soleil Summer Bronzing Wardrobe






    Too Faced just launched their “biggest and best” bronzing palette yet. This set includes “Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzer: Infused with antioxidant-rich cocoa powder and signature bronzing pigments to create a unique matte bronzer that neutralizes red and evens skin tone
    Sun Bunny Natural Bronzer: The slight pink undertone mimics the flush of a real tan
    Snow Bunny Luminous Bronzer: Four gorgeous shades combine for the perfect illuminating glow
    Cruelty-Free Teddy Bear Hair Flatbuki Brush”
    It is available at Ulta for $44 dollars

    Kat Von D Lock-It Powder Foundation Review






    So recently I have been obsessing over Kat Von D and her makeup line at Sephora. I originally stopped in to be color matched in hopes of getting the lock it liquid foundation. The wonderful woman who took my Skin Iq matched my complexion and then started in on her recommendations based on my skin type. Now just to set the stage; I have dry, oily, and deep pored skin that is prone to blackheads and thats about it. I don’t have much to cover in terms of redness or acne. When I told her what I was looking for her and her coworker completely talked me out of buying the liquid foundation, claiming that I had no reason to use it and I needed a lighter and more sheer coverage. So I left, with no foundation. A week or so later I went back on a mission and picked up the powder without anyone telling me otherwise.

    This foundation powder is Ah-mazing. It has a matte finish and does have some pretty heavy coverage to it.  The sponge really does the trick, but be warned to keep that baby clean, sponges are notorious for trapping bacteria. If you would like to see an application and how this foundation wears through the day I did record a video for my youtube page below.

    To sum up this post, Yes I would buy this again and I would suggest this to friends.
    Thank You
    and Good Luck

    Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick






    If you are like me, you have a pinterest problem… I comb it daily looking for whatever sparks my attention. Recently I found a lip stain from Clinique named “Black Honey.”  This lip balm looks intimidating by its dark purplish black shade, but interestingly enough this is a shade that plays off your own natural lip color.
    Clinique claims “Transparent pigment merges with the unique, natural tone of your lips to create something wonderful and yours alone. Sheer, glossy. Emollient-rich and very lightweight.”
    Here is a swatch that I found on pinterest.


    As you can see it is a brilliant berry shade that is perfect for fall. This color is moisturizing, and can be layered to make a deeper shade.This product is priced at 15 dollars.
    Over all I love this purchase and have been wearing this non stop since I purchased it. I suggest going to your local clinique counter and picking up one.



    Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara







    This holy grail mascara has been out for some time. I kinda have been dragging my feet on making the purchase. I did find a trial size at the ultra check out though!! woot! I freaking love mini mascaras.
    Anyways this mascara is great. I haven’t had many clumps form after applying a couple coats. Also it is very cur kings and crazy lengthening.
    Here is a before and after. Top photo is one coat on the left eye and none on the right eye. The picture below that is two coats, left eye is two coats and the right is bare. Sorry for the crazy eyes!


    Here is Too Faces explanation
    “The Better Than Sex Mascara Hourglass-Shaped Brush was designed after discovering the bust-waist-hip ratio of an iconic silver screen Blonde Bombshell held the secret to the perfect brush silhouette that separates, coats and curls each lash to voluptuous perfection. One coat of the carbon black, collagen-fueled mascara formula and lashes are full, defined and stretched to unbelievable lengths. Two coats and lashes are even more luscious, curled and dramatic. Three coats and achieve the most intense black, oversized, multidimensional lashes possible! A mascara so amazing…it’s Better Than Sex!”
    More To Love:
    Better Than Sex mascara includes:
    • Film-forming Polymer for smudge-proof, all day wear
    • Acacia Senegal Tree Extract to nourish, thicken and lock curl in place
    • Unique Peptides for the deepest, intense black possibl
    • 1,944% more volume*
    • 100% saw longer lashes**
    • 100% saw dramatic volume**
    • 93% saw base-to-tip curl**
    • 8 out of 10 say it’s the best mascara they’ve ever used**
    *results observed in a clinical study.
    **results observed in a consumer study.

    Over all, buy this, buy this now!