Maybelline Superstay Better Skin Foundation

Available Here

Shade shown here is 30 Warm Nude

A foundation that's actually good for your skin?  

Here's the info:

-Med-full coverage

-SPF 15 with Actyl C to improve skin

-Oil-Free

Fortunately there's a pump included. I wish all drugstore foundations had one.

I like that it's not a runny foundation and the coverage is pretty good.

This foundation applies evenly and is very smooth on the skin.

I also like that there is a yellow undertone to the formula.

On top, the foundation is completely blended out.

On the bottom you can see how creamy the texture is.

Overall, it's a decent foundation.  My only problem was the pump.

The pump gets stuck and the product wasn't coming out easily.

I also didn't experience any breakouts or skin irritation.

xo,

Sharlene

e.l.f. BB Cream SPF 20

Available Here

I was on the hunt for a drugstore bb cream that had med-full coverage.

This e.l.f. bb cream stood out to me as well as the price point ($6).

The darkest shade I could find for my skin tone was in Nude.

I liked that there was a yellow undertone to it instead of a pinky tone.

So happy that there was a pump for easy application and preventing waste.

-Multitasking to prime, moisturize, and protect your skin

-Infused with vitamin E, jojoba, aloe, and cucumber for hydration

-It also claims to smooth and minimize pores for even skin

This bb cream goes on as a liquid but absorbs into the skin.

It blends into the skin with a creamy finish and is very hydrating.

The result? You get a dewy glow to the skin with a med-full coverage.

-It can be build able .

-I used my real techniques sponge to apply it.

Now for the bad news :(

-If you have oily skin, you have to set this bb cream with powder.

-I have normal to combination skin with an oily t-zone.

-When I did set my face with powder, it looked dry and patchy.

-I tried 3 different setting powders and got the same dry patchy result.

-My concealer, contour/blush would not blend easily on top of this bb.

-However, it did stay put all day and did not budge.

What are your thoughts?

xo,

Sharlene

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Ulta Matte Lip Creams

Available Here

On trend with liquid lipsticks and matte lips, here are the Ulta Matte Lip Creams!
These are an affordable, creamy, yet matte option to long lasting lip color.

Here are my picks:

This is a must have for Fall/Winter/Spring!  A deep burgundy, wine.

Tender is a peachy nude with a tiny hint of pink.

Once the lip cream sets, it stays put all day!

This is a soft, warm pink.  A beautiful color all year-round.

Every color will look beautiful for everyone from fair-deep skin.

The pigments in the lip creams won't make your teeth look yellow or dingy.

What do you think?

xo.

NYX Cosmetics Micro Brow Pencil: Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz Dupe?

NYX Micro Brow Pencil

Ever since I discovered NYX brow products, I've been hooked.

Shown here is the micro brow pencil in black.

The pencil allows you to make thin, med, or thick strokes.

There are about 8 other shade options currently available for every hair color.

You also get a brow spoolie on the other end of the pencil for a soft look.

So here are my untamed, bushy brows. Let's make them presentable, shall we?

I'm going to start by taking the spoolie and combing through the hairs.

This makes the wild hairs that are out of place in line with your natural shape.

I like to start in the middle and trace along the natural shape.

Use light pressure when you get to the front.

You don't want to go heavy here because it can look very harsh and scary.

Use feather-like, short strokes to fill in the top arch and portion.

Don't forget to use your spoolie to soften the brows if you get heavy handed.

Taking your time is the best way to achieve the look you're going for.

If you see any bald spots, just go over that area until you are satisfied.

NYX Control Freak Eyebrow Gel

This part is optional but now I'm going to set my brows in place.

I love how affordable this brow gel is and how well it works.

I never have crunchy looking brows with this product. I'm in love!

I just use my finger to tap in the gel if I get too much on and...voila! Done.

It was 105 today and even in this summer heat, my brows stayed put.

I like these products equal to or even better than my brow wiz by Anastasia.

Don't forget to use your ulta coupons or points to save more $$.

NYX is doing great things for the makeup industry my friends.

xo,

Sharlene

March 2015 Favorities!

Kat Von D Shade + Light Contour Palette

This contour palette is perfect for defining the face w/o looking muddy.

The colors can we worn for very fair to deep complexions.
The best part about these powders are that they don't cause breakouts!

Sephora-$46
The top row contains highlighters and the bottom row are for contouring.

Top row: Levitation, Lyric, and Lucid.
Bottom row: Subconscious, Shadowplay, and Sombre.
I have a whole foundation/contour/highlight tutorial on my YouTube.

Ulta Makeup Setting Spray-$10

This setting spray does a good job of keeping my makeup in place.
I love that it's affordable and you can use your Ulta coupon to save $.
I haven't had any breakouts or irritation since I started using it.
It smells fresh and clean with a fine mist.

Ulta Rose Gold Natural Eyeshadow Palette-$20

If you want an affordable palette, try this rose gold themed eyeshadow.

The top row contains shimmer and high sheen colors.

The bottom row has all matte eyeshadows.

I use a primer underneath and the shadows stayed put w/o creasing all day.

You can see an in depth review on my previous blog post.

Ulta Matte Lip Cream-$9

Color Shown: Stirring

This is my favorite color from Ulta. 

It's non-drying, highly pigmented, and doesn't bleed.

I use a nude lip liner first then apply 2 layers on top for a deep burgundy color.

The best part is the price!

Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick

$22-Sephora.com

Color Shown-Aria

Aria is a beautiful plum/berry liquid lipstick from Stila.

It's non-drying, very opaque, doesn't bleed, and stays put all day.

I love the quality and one layer is all you need.

Sephora Microsmooth Foundation Powder

Thee best powder for us oily skin girls!

I use this as my finishing powder for my oily t-zone and it works.

My face stays matte all day w/o any touch ups.

I love how there is a wide range of colors for every skin tone.

Sephora.com-$22

Color Shown: Medium 30, Sand

The powder is silky smooth and doesn't accentuate my pores.

If you have dry skin, use a large fluffy brush to lightly dust on the face.

Have you tried any of these products? What are your favorites?

xo,

Sharlene.