Happy Saturday! I’m happy to share with you the new Pixi Beauty and influencer Dulce Candy. I was sent this for my honest review. Let’s check these palettes out!
Bring out your natural beauty and enliven your complexion, lids and cheeks with this multi-use palette. Powder to cream blush, face glow, and lid hues enhance & add luminosity. Swish on these gorgeous shades to recreate Dulce’s stunning looks!
Here are swatches of the palette:
The texture of these powders are very creamy. I like to apply them with my fingers. They work well as a highlighter or eye shadow. There are so many shades to choose from, too. My only issue is that most of these are too dark to use as a highlighter on my light skin.
Here is Dulce’s new lip palette:
Dulce’s Lip Candy ($24 USD) — I’ve been wanting a lip palette. This one is:
A universally flattering assortment of shades curated by Dulce applies easily & adheres smoothly, adding velvety rich colour to both lips and cheeks. This multi-use formula contains antioxidants and minerals to keep skin soft and hydrated.
Swatches of the lip palette:
I really like this palette. I’m a nude and light pink lipstick girl, and there are so many great soft shades in this. I like to use a lip brush for application, and it also works for mixing colors. The finish of this palette is semi-matte. It’s fairly hydrating but not super moisturizing. I only wish this palette had a mirror. It would make it easier to do lips on the go!
Have you tried either of these or any of the other Pixi Beauty collaborations?
I’ve been blogging for a very long time — almost 10 years! Yes to was one of the first brands I received for review, and I still love using them. They were only Yes to Carrots at that time. But boy, have they grown!
I have been sent some amazing masks and scrubs to test for my honest review. I have to say, they have so many unique products out right now. The packaging is really fun, too. Here are the ones that stood out to me:
Yes To Superblueberries Recharging Greek Yogurt & Probiotics 3-IN-1 Mask, Scrub and Cleanser
Yes To Superblueberries Recharging Greek Yogurt & Probiotics 3-IN-1 Mask, Scrub and Cleanser ($15.99 MSRP) — This was one of my favorite masks or scrub of the bunch! I really tried to read the descriptions and instructions, but didn’t succeed on all of these. For this one I saw Greek yogurt as an ingredient and thought it was going to be a smooth, hydrating mask (yes I know that the name of it includes scrub)!
This is creamy, but it also has little scrubbers in it to gently exfoliate the skin. I used the included spoon to apply and spread product all over my face and it was mess-free. I left it on for about 15 minutes, rinsed it off and my skin was so smooth!
Yes to Cotton Anti-Pollution Oxygenated Facial Mask
Yes to Cotton Anti-Pollution Oxygenated Facial Mask ($15 MSRP) — This is a great quick mask that is very easy to use! It is a lightweight mask that starts bubbling on contact. Once the bubbles pop in about 10 minutes, it’s time to rinse off.
This is perfect for my allergy-prone, ultra-sensitive skin. It has cotton extract and oxygen and it leaves my skin very soft and ready for makeup, bedtime, anything!
Yes To Carrots Vitamin-Enriched Kale DIY Powder-to-Clay Mask
I’ve used it once, but was not paying attention to the instructions! I mixed all of the powder with water in the container, instead of just a bit in the lid as I should have! So it can’t be used again. That’s okay for me, because it really irritated my skin! I left it on for 10 minutes until the clay was dry, but once I washed it off, my face was so red! I’m glad I did it at night. It was better in the morning, but my pores were still enlarged. I wouldn’t recommend this for those with sensitive skin, but to those with normal skin types, go for it. My skin was soft afterwards.
Yes To Grapefruit Vitamin C Glow-Boosting Snapmask Stick
Yes To Grapefruit Vitamin C Glow-Boosting Snapmask Stick ($15.99 MSRP) — This is another really quick and easy mask, it only takes 5 minutes! I like to use this before I get in the bathtub. It dries down on the face and is really easy to wash off. Skin is bright and smooth after use!
Yes To Coconut Energizing Coffee 2-In-1 Scrub & Cleanser Stick
I apply this on damp skin, rub it in and rinse off. It’s very hydrating, plus it exfoliates well, too! I really like this in the morning, ask it gets my skin ready for makeup!
Have you tried any of these cool new products? What do you think:
Last week Target had four new limited edition beauty boxes for sale online. I guess these have been available for purchase at some Target stores, but they decided to sell them online, too. Each box was $7.
I chose two of the boxes to purchase, the Treat Yourself box that contains pampering bath, body and face products and the Wakeup and Makeup box that has makeup and other products to help you start the day. These two are no longer available online, but they are available at stores near me, so you might be able to pick one up. Luckily, the other two boxes are still available online. They are Be YOU(tiful) and All the Masks. Check them out!
I want to share what was in each box. First is the Treat Yourself:
Olay Regenerist Whips
Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Balm in Red Dahlia
ME!Bath Bath Bomb
Bodycology Free & Lovely Coconut & Rose Body Butter
Luxe by Mr. Bubble Bath Meltaway
Honest Beauty Refreshingly Clean Gel Cleanser
Dr. Teals Pink Himalayan Foaming Bath
I chose this box because I wanted to try the Olay Whips and my family love to take baths, so the bath products are a win, too. I’ll probably give the Burt’s Bees balm away because I don’t wear dark colors, but I will probably try everything else!
This is my favorite of the two boxes. This was only $7! The two elf products together are $14 — $6 for the brush and $8 for the palette. So for me those made the box worth it. But there is also a mascara, deodorant and other goodies that make it such an amazing deal! I’m looking forward to playing with the products!
Have you picked up any of these boxes? If so, which ones?
It’s so crazy that it’s already April! March went by so fast! I did enjoy trying new products and I have lots more to test and review. I’m always looking for new favorites. Here are the ones I used again and again in March:
Makeup Revolution Reloaded Palette in Newtrals 2. ($7 USD). I talked about this in an ULTA haul, and I still haven’t swatched and reviewed it. My bad! I am going to try to review it in the next week or two. I can say that this is so pigmented and the colors are gorgeous, especially the shimmers. I think that it is definately worth the price and am looking forward to trying more Makeup Revolution eye shadows.
Nip + Fab Glycolic Fix Daily Cleansing Pads (12.99 USD) — I have been using this for weeks now and I have been loving how my skin looks! It includes 60 radiance-boosting pads, soaked in exfoliating glycolic acid (2.8%) retexture + resurface skin whilst witch hazel helps to tone. Also includes hyaluronic acid + soothing blue daisy helps to reveal brighter + smoother looking skin. I use this once or twice a day and love how smooth my skin is! It helps my makeup to apply more evenly, too!
IT Cosmetics Je Ne Sais Quoi Hydrating Color Awakening Lip Treatment Serum — I recieved this in a TSV kit on QVC. It is infused with butters, oils, hyaluronic acid, and antioxidants. It starts out very light pink, then adjusts to a bright pink on my lips.
Zoella Beauty Sweet Inspirations ($12.95): This is inspired by the sweet scent of macaroons. To me, it smells like vanilla and is a warm scent. It smells so yummy and I love wearing it for work because it isn’t overly floral or cloying.
I love all of these products and they work well together. The powder is translucent and works well as a finishing powder. The blush is light and a little sparkly, nice for spring and summer. These are all shimmery and so nicely pigmented. This kit will be good for traveling, too.
Julep No Limits ($24 USD) — This creme can be used on face, hands or body. I like to keep this in my purse. It’s so hydrating for my hands. I think it would be to heavy for my face. I received this in my November 2017 Julep Maven box.
What were your most reached for products this month?
Hi everyone! I finished my first Project Pan! You can read about the start of it here and my update here. I started this in January to focus on using up some skincare I’ve had for a while.
I began with ten products, but used most of them up quickly. So I added a few more at the end of January. I didn’t do a check in at the end of February because I thought I was almost done. But I had a Pur Cosmetics mask that took longer to use up than I thought it would.
I’m not going to list the products here, but you can go back to my original posts to see what was included. I used up all of the products in the photo above and am pretty proud of myself!
The big thing I got out of doing this is that I made sure to use the products every day. Before this, I hadn’t been great about removing makeup and using my skincare at night. I now take of my makeup and use my skincare almost every night and I think my skin looks better! I also make sure to use skincare, including one with SPF in the morning, too.
I’m going to start another 3 month Project Pan this weekend. This time, I’m going to include some other products as well as skincare. Probably not any pressed powders yet, because I’m not even close to pan on any of my eye shadows, blushes, etc! But this will help me use up some of my stash!
Have you done or are you doing a Project Pan. How’s it going?
Happy Easter! My daughter and I went to LUSH last weekend and picked up a few new bath products. We got a couple of Easter bath bombs and some of their new bath oils.
Free Rangers – Purple ($9.95 USD) — This is a huge bath bomb that splits into two halves and we used it for two baths (my daughter took the head)! It has bergamot oil and blackcurrant absolute perfume. You can also get this in orange and blue. This is a very frothy bath bomb! It turned the water bright pink and left my skin so soft!
Golden Egg ($7.95 USD) — This is so glittery! Bergamot and sweet, wild orange oils help to tone and brighten the skin. This is more of a bath melt than a bomb. It released a lot of glitter at first, then just kind of floated. It did fizz a little and it smelled really good. But if you are looking for a super fizzy bomb, this is not it. LUSH has a lot of amazing bath bombs, though.
Delight ($6.95 USD) — The bath oils slowly melt into the water and leave skin very soft. This one is silver and blue and includes organic jojoba oil and fair trade organic shea butter.
Happy Thoughts ($5.95 USD) — This peachy-orange oil softens my skin with cocoa and shea butters. Also contains Himalayan rock, Brazilian orange oil and neroli oil tones.
Mmmelting Marshmallow Moment ($5.95 USD) — Fair trade cocoa butter and coconut oil are in this slowly melting oil. It is two-toned vivid pink and golden yellow and smells like cotton candy.
The Easter products are still available to purchase at www.lushusa.com. Have you tried any of these or the bath oils?
Rimmel London Magnif’Eyes Eyeshadow Palette Colour Edition
Hi everyone! I am excited to be sharing some new products I have been receiving and purchasing for review. I have been trying so many new makeup and skincare this spring and am excited to let you all know about it. First up is an affordable and colorful eye shadow palettes.
The claims are: 12-shade palette for multiple eye looks & eye shapes.
Eye contour palette with duo applicator.
A mix of high-shimmer and matte shades, perfect for sculpting, shading and defining
Rich, intense, long-lasting colour
Crease-proof. Smear-proof. Wears all day.
Here’s a close up of the palette:
First, this is really pretty. The first half of the palette has neutral colors, and the last half is brights and jewel tones.
This is really pigmented. Most of the colors are shimmers. I love shimmers, but I would like a few more mattes. I think maybe a light matte color for all over the lid and a great matte transition shade would be amazing. But, this can be used with other palettes to fill in the gaps. The colors that are here are fun and blend well.
I haven’t wore them all day yet, but they do seem to last a long time and look fresh. They have been crease and smudge proof on me.
Have you tried this palette or any eye shadow from Rimmel London? What do you think?
Clarisonic has recently launch some amazing brush head sets to freshen up our cleansing regime! They can be used on all Clarisonic devices. I have a Mia 1, and they work well on it!
I love how Clarisonic cleans the skin so thoroughly. But youd o need to switch out the brush head every few months. Here are the new kits:
Clarisonic Glow Getter Brush Head Set
Clarisonic Glow Getter Brush Head Set ($79 USD) — Comforting brush heads and a luxurious cleanser leaves skin allows for a more radiant, glowing complexion. This brush head set includes 2 Radiance Brush Heads with plush bristles to comfortably cleanse skin while improving dullness for more radiant skin; 1 Revitalizing Brush Head with extra fine bristles for aging skin with fine dry lines; and 1 Gentle Radiance Foaming Milk Cleanser to wake up dull skin with rich skin brightening botanicals. I was sent this kit for review, and I really like these brush heads and cleanser for my aging skin. They are gentle, but brighten my skin and leave it very clean!
Clarisonic Fearlessly Flawless Set
Clarisonic Fearlessly Flawless Set ($79 USD) — This set will leave you with a clear-looking, smoother complexion. This set includes 2 deep pore brush heads, recommended for all skin types with enlarged pores, this brush head is engineered with dual-action bristles to help flush and dislodge oil and debris that clogs pores clinically proven to minimize the appearance of pores; 1 Acne Brush Head for sensitive, acne-prone skin this brush head has extra-plush bristles to provide gentle cleansing; and 1 pore and blemish cleanser to was wary blemishes and problem pores.
Clarisonic the Essentials Set
Clarisonic the Essentials Set ($79 USD) — Features the brand’s most popular brush heads. This set will give you optimal cleansing 365 days of the year, and will help you manage changing skin needs due to weather or hormones. This set includes: 1 Deep Pore Brush Head – recommended for all skin types with enlarged pores, this brush head is engineered with dual-action bristles to help flush and dislodge oil and debris that clogs pores clinically proven to minimize the appearance of pores; 1 Acne Brush Head for sensitive, acne-prone skin this brush head has extra-plush bristles to provide gentle cleansing; 1 Radiance Brush head to cleanse skin while improving dullness for more radiant skin; and 1 sensitive brush head for normal to combination skin.
Clarisonic Prep & Cleanse Lip Kit
Clarisonic Prep & Cleanse Lip Kit ($29 USD) The Prep & Cleanse Lip Kit helps to prep and buff lips to create a flawless canvas before makeup application. The Kit is designed to smooth away dry skin and the most stubborn lip stain – a must-have for any beauty junkie. This set includes 1 Limited Edition Clarisonic Radiance Brush Head with custom color pink filaments to minimize staining from lip makeup removal, 1 NYX Epic Ink Lip Dye, and 1 Clarisonic Mini Refreshing Gel Cleanser.
All of these kits are available in February on Clarisonic.com
Do you have a Clarisonic? Which brush head do you like to use?
H2O+ Beauty has some amazing new skincare and bath and body care just released this spring. I love this brand because the products contain natural ingredients and innovative formulas.
One of the new collections I’m reviewing products from are the Rapids Collection that features champagne and yuzu extracts, a balancing and enhancing probiotic skin care collection that makes your skin look and feel immediately healthier:
H2O+ Rapids Soothing Probiotic Bubble Mask
H2O+ Rapids Soothing Probiotic Bubble Mask ($6 for one pouch, $25 for 5 pouches) – This bubble mask foams up before your eyes and helps calm and soothe skin, promoting a more even looking complexion. Perfect for combination skin.
What I think: Once you massage this mask in, it bubbles up thickly. At first it tickled my nose and I didn’t know if I could keep it one, but the bubbles pop and leave a film on the skin. I rinsed it off after 10 minutes and my skin was smooth. It wasn’t calm though at first, it was a bit red. But it did calm down and I really liked how soft my skin was. One pouch contains about three uses.
H2O+ Rapids Gel to Powder Probiotic Mattifier
H2O+ Rapids Gel to Powder Probiotic Mattifier ($22 USD) — This unique mattifier balances combination skin and blurs imperfections as the gel transforms to a light powdery texture before your eyes. Featuring Probiotics and Champagne and Yuzu extracts, it absorbs excess oil and shine and leaves skin with a visibly flawless, even skin tone. Dermatologist tested. Non-acnegenic. Non-comedogenic. Clinically proven to not clog pores and to reduce the number of blackheads after 2 weeks.**when used as a regimen.
What I think: This is really nice under makeup or on its own to keep oil at bay. I usually only have oily skin in the summer, so for me it will be perfect when it gets hot. I think this will be nice for those who have oily skin all year long.
H2O+ Rapids Probiotic Champagne Illuminator
H2O+ Rapids Probiotic Champagne Illuminator ($22 USD) — A pearlescent highlighter that enhances your best features while also helping skin better retain moisture. Featuring Probiotics, and Champagne and Yuzu extracts, its water-based jelly texture gives you a subtle glow in all the right places. Dermatologist tested. Non-acnegenic. Non-comedogenic. Clinically proven to not clog pores and to reduce the number of blackheads after 2 weeks. **when used as a regimen.
What I think: This is such an interesting highlighter. It’s a peachy-golden glow that applies like skincare. It really feels nice on the skin. It goes on a little wet but dries down. It’s a more natural glow, but looks amazing in the sunlight. The only negative is there is very little product in the container.But a little does go a long way.
The second collection I have been testing is the Coconut Verbena Bath and Body Collection:
Coconut Verbena Body Wash ($18 USD 12.2 Fl oz) — These Coconut Water enriched suds feature Coconut Water, Vitamin E and Verbena extract, cleansing and refreshing skin. So lather up those bubbles and breathe in the crisp, citrusy verbena scent. Cleanses and refreshes with coconut and verbena.
What I think: This is a really refreshing, light scented body wash. It also bubbles up nicely in the bath (I love baths)! It also hydrates the skin and leaves it soft after use. So lovely for warmer weather!
H2O+ Coconut Verbena Body Butter
H2O+ Coconut Verbena Body Butter ($22 USD 8 Fl oz) This deeply hydrating body butter features Coconut Milk and Verbena extract, nourishing and softening skin while treating your senses to the crisp and citrusy scent of verbena. Deeply hydrates and softens with coconut and verbena.
What I think: This smells just as pretty as the body wash. It hydrates the skin and leaves it so soft!
Have you tried H2O+ Beauty products? Are you going to pick up any of these new releases?
I have been testing new skincare, which I have been enjoying. I have been using up some skincare from a project pan I have been doing, (I will be posting results soon), so I was ready for some new products!
The two products I have been loving are from N07 and Philosophy. I have received them for my honest review. I have been using them for over a week. Here is what I think:
No7 Early Defence GLOW ACTIVATING Serum
No7 Early Defence GLOW ACTIVATING Serum ($24.99 1 oz) — This product claims to give glowy skin after 7 days of use. In one week, 87% of women saw a more radiant complexion. This clinically proven serum delivers:
Visibly brighter skin
Reduced appearance of pores
Smoother texture and improved clarity
No7 Early Defense GLOW ACTIVATING Serum, with Ginseng and Vitamin C boosts skin’s natural renewal process to clear and refine pores for a glowing complexion. This powerful formula also supports your skin’s natural defenses, calming skin¿s reactivity to stress and protecting by neutralizing damaging free radicals caused by the sun & pollution.
What I think: I have been using this twice a day for over seven days. It is a white gel/cream and is unscented. It has almost a primer-like feel on the skin — it glides on and smooths out my skin tone. I have noticed that my skin has been looking really nice every morning. My skin tone is even and my pores look a little less noticeable. And I do have a glow! I will continue to use this and see if my skin continues to improve. I do recommend it if your skin needs a bit of a glow.
Available at Ulta stores
Philosophy Purity Made Simple Ultra-Light Moisturizer
Philosophy Purity Made Simple Ultra-Light Moisturizer ($25 4.7 fl. oz.) — I was excited when I saw this new moisturizer, because I love Purity Made Simple cleanser. It is an ultra-lightweight formula that claims to leave skin looking dewy and smooth with less-visible pores—pure and restored to its ideal state. learn more! More claims are:
Clinically proven to keep skin hydrated for 24 hours Immediately feels like a reset for your skin In just 3 days, see makeup-optional skin In 7 days, skin looks young and healthy like the skin you were born with!
What I think: This has the soft lavender scent of the cleanser, which I love! It is very light and absorbs into the skin very quickly. I have been using it over my N07 serum at night (I use an SPF day cream). I don’t like to use heavy night creams at the moment, as I am hot all the time (my own personal summer). This is perfect as it does hydrate without weighing down my skin. I think this will be amazing in the summer when I need moisture without using any heavy creams.
Hi everyone! I finished my first Project Pan! You can read about the start of it 
Forty, Flirty & Fabulous 