cosmetics – Page 2 – Forty, Flirty & Fabulous

Dramatic Fall Makeup From Maybelline Will Make Your Eyes Pop!

I have been sent some gorgeous Maybelline makeup for my honest review, and have been loving how amazing they are making my eyes look! Below are some of my faves that I have been testing, plus a mascara I haven’t tried yet, but hope to soon!

Maybelline The Blushed Nudes Eye Shadow Palette ($11.99 USD) — This 12-shade eye shadow palette features dazzling colors infused with rose gold pigments. From bold beiges and sultry sands to brazen bronzes and tempting taupes, this makeup palette is perfect for creating versatile eye makeup looks.

What I think: These colors are so pretty and work well for all seasons. The shadows are pretty well pigmented, but to get the correct colors, I have to layer. For the price, this is a gorgeous palette.

Maybelline Expert Wear Eye Shadow Quads Charcoal Smokes — Maybelline Expert Wear Eye Shadow Quads
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Maybelline Expert Wear Eye Shadow Quads ($4.49 USD) — This long-wearing makeup palette features extraordinary color that lasts up to 12 hours. Powder eye shadow delivers natural day to dramatic night eye looks. This eye shadow makeup quad boasts extraordinary color thanks to ultra-blendable jet-milled pigments. Delivers a silky finish. Ophthalmologist tested.

What I think: I have this palette in Charcoal Smokes. I use the lighter shades to get a little glam and go darker for more drama. They blend really well.

Maybelline Eyestudio Lasting Drama Waterproof Gel Pencil ($7.99 USD) — This waterproof and smudge-resistant gel eyeliner glides on smooth for impactful definition. All-day wear. Ophthalmologist tested. Dermatologist tested. Allergy tested. Suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers.

What I think: This is a gorgeous eyeliner! It goes on so smoothly which I love. I have this in a few colors, but used the black one to draw deer makeup on my daughter because it is so black and stayed on for hours. The Polished Amethyst (above), is beautiful for fall. There are 10 shades to choose from.

Maybelline Eyestudio Brow Define + Fill Duo ($7.99 USD) — Achieve smooth and full brows with this two-in-one eyebrow pencil. Use the pencil to shape and filling powder to fill.

What I think: This is a great on the go brow pencil. The pencil itself is a little thin, so don’t press too hard or it will break. The powder is very well pigmented! It stays put fast, so work with it quickly! Available in 4 shades — Blonde, Auburn, Soft Brown and Deep Brown.

Maybelline Brow Drama Pro Palette ($12.99 US) — The ultimate polished brow: sculpting wax sets hairs in place, pigment powder fills and tints, and highlighting powder accents brow line.

What I think: The colored wax is so different, it’s usually clear in these type of palettes. So when you fill with the powder, then set with the wax, the color pops and really colors grey hairs or fills in sparse areas. The highlighting powder has a subtle sheen to it. So pretty!

Maybelline The Falsies Push Up Angel Washable Mascara ($9.49 USD) — Achieve The Falsies push-up effect, now with a lifted winged look. The exclusive push-up wing brush sweeps lashes to the side, while lifting and plumping from the roots. The styling formula holds the lifted wing look in place. Ophthalmologist tested.

What I think: I haven’t tried this yet, but I love the idea that it lifts from the roots and gives a winged look. Fun! I love Maybelline’s mascara and think that this is one to try!

Learn more and purchase these great products at http://www..maybelline.com and at stores near you!

Have you tried any of these amazing products? Let me know!

Summer Makeup To Brighten Your Face!

The summer is heating up! This time of the year, I usually wear sheer or bronze lip color, but this year I am branching out to brighter hues!

Below are my current favorite beauty balm and lip products. The lip colors range from glossy pinks to matte reds! I love changing them up according to my mood and the occasion:

BB Natural Beauty Balm

Lip Liner Lotta

Matte Lipstick Claret

FACE Stockholm summer collection:

BB Natural Beauty Balm ($38 USD) — A multitasking cream in a compact to hydrate, prime, conceal and shield with Titanium and Zinc Oxides for UVA/UVB sun protection. Virtually melts into the skin for superior coverage that blends easily and diffuses imperfections. The result: a clean complexion that appears almost makeup-free. Wear alone for light coverage or use as a primer to boost the staying power of foundation.

Lip Liner ($17 USD) — Pencil it in! Smooth, writeable color in the precision of a pencil. Define, enhance and compliment lipstick or gloss.

Matte Lipstick ($22 USD) — Bold, bright and beautiful – matte lipstick offers dramatic color-saturated coverage with true staying power. From show-stopping reds to neutral nudes our modern matte formula provides highly pigmented, non-drying color for all skin tones.

What I think: I love the beauty balm. When I dipped my fingers into it, it was almost like a sheer gloss. But applied, it covers moderately and dries down to a dewy finish. The lip liner and matte lipstick create a long-lasting deep red lip.

Purchase at http://www.facestockholm.com

Santhilea London Real Rebel Luxury Lip Care ($9.99 USD) Real Rebel Luxury Lip Care is a truly revolutionary product. A wonderfully blended formula, including Bees Wax, Shea Butter, Vitamin E & Jojoba Oil that actually work in harmony with your own body chemistry, enhancing your lips’ natural rosiness, redness and sexiness. All mixed into a sheer super-long-lasting base that creates long-lasting lip colour AND rich moisturisation and condition.Great for the days when healthy looking lips are the priority, but you want a hint of gorgeous flattering colour.

What I think: I love this color-changing lipstick! It is green in the tube, but when applied turns a sheer red on me. I don’t usually wear red, but it’s so pretty and brightens my face! Perfect for the summer.

Purchase at CVS stores and http://www.cvs.com

Liquid Lipstick in Peach Party

Sheer and Shine Lipstick in bff

XXXL Shine Lipgloss in Popping Pink

essence lip colors for summer:

Liquid Lipstick ($3.49 USD) — Liquid love! This NEW formula combines the best of both lipstick and lipgloss. Get the impact and coverage of a lipstick with the moisturizing shine of a gloss.

Sheer & Shine Lipstick ($2.99 USD) — Sheer love! This NEW smooth and lightweight lipstick provides a moisturizing wash of color and shine. Buildable color with every swipe.

XXXL Shine Lipgloss ($2.49 USD) — Ultimate shine for your lips! The XXXL shine lipgloss pampers your lips without leaving behind a sticky feeling. Contains vitamin e and panthenol to moisturize and prevent lips from feeling dry. Available in 12 glossy shades.

What I think: The liquid lipstick is shiny and full coverage. Perfect for a night out or an event that you want to add some drama! The Sheer & Shine is my favorite for summer. It gives a very moisturizing wash of color and smells like vanilla! XXXL Shine is so glossy without being sticky. Perfect for the gloss girls out there.

essence cosmetics products are available at Target and Ulta stores and Target.com, Ulta.com and the new e-commerce site, essencemakeup.com!

Brand Review — BHüe

I received a wonderful box of all seven of the BHüe’s Liquid Matte Lipsticks ($18 USD), plus a lip balm and lip brush for my honest review. What is BHüe you ask?

“BHüe is a cosmetic brand for those who blend their makeup, but refuse to blend into the crowd. For those who want to complement being their best with looking their best. It’s not about contouring, but about confidence. BHüe’s manifesto is to be fearless. Be bold. Be the best version of yourself. BHüe.”

Here is another photo of the group of products. The lipsticks are very well pigmented, one swipe and lips are saturated with color. It dries down to a true matte, that is not too drying.

Swiped, from left to right, Natural Nude, Pink Rose, Pretty Penny, Poppy Red, True Red and Metal Diva. I also have Berry Fuchsia, but one of my daughters may have taken that one! The lipsticks are still a little wet in the photo, but you can see the coverage and gorgeous colors.

I don’t wear red lipstick, but True Red looked really nice on. And I love that it is matte, it’s sexy but not too out there. And it stays on so well. Natural Nude is my every day favorite and I love Berry Fuchsia (wherever it is) because it is a soft mauve. But I will be wearing all of these lovely colors from summer into fall and on!

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The Tinted Lip Balm ($17 with brush) is very nice, too! It looks clear in the tin, and it transforms into a rosy pink gloss. The brush is very pretty, but a little stiff. After a few uses it worked really well. The balm can also be applied with your finger.

I am loving BHüe and am excited to try more of their products in the future.

http://www.bhuebeauty.com

Affordable Spring Makeup For a Fresh, Fun Look!

I have to admit that I wear a lot of neutral makeup including brown eye shadows and liners and nude lips. But as the weather turns warmer, I do start incorporating bright shades and shimmers into my look.

The products below are from NYC New York Color, Rimmel London and Hard Candy. Not only are they great products, they are affordable, too! None are over $8. Affordable products make it easy to treat yourself. Check these out:

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Deep Grey

Dark Plum and Light Pink

NYC New York Color Get It All Lip Color ($2.99 USD) — Comfortable and creamy texture in a long-lasting formula. Intense, vibrant and shiny finish. Non-drying formula wears up to four hours. Available in 10 bold shades.

NYC New York Color Kajal Eye Pencil ($2.99 USD) — Creamy, soft, and smooth texture glides easily over the skin, offering coverage and intense color in one stroke. Cone-shaped applicator gives you maximum precision and helps you achieve luxuriously lined lids. Available in four ultra pigmented shades: Deep Brown, Deep Grey, Purple Glam, True Black

Rimmel London Magnif’Eyes Double-Ended Shadow and Liner ($6.47 USD) — Get magnified eyes in two easy, mess-free steps. Rimmel’s spectacular 2-in-1 eye pencil delivers ultra-intense, long lasting color for stand-out eye-looks. The dual-tipped pen features a stay true shadow at one end and a 24 hour kohl kajal liner at the other, which can be used on both the lash and water line. Just draw on the drama! The formula is creaseproof, transferproof and waterproof. Available in five strong shade combos in matte, shimmer and pearl finishes.

What I think: The NYC New York Color Get It All Lip Color combines color and moisture, like a tinted lip balm with more pigment. I love how this feels on and it does last for a few hours. The NYC New York Color Kajal Eye Pencil is so creamy and glides easily across the lid (so important as I get older)! The color is very pigment and wears fairly well.

I love the Rimmel London Magnif’Eyes Double-Ended Shadow and Liner. These stay on all day, which is important as the weather gets warmer. The liner applies easily and stays on well. The shadow blends really well.

These products are available at a mass market retailer near you.

White Haute Hard Candy Beauty — hite Haute Hard Candy Beauty

Hard Candy’s Sheer Envy Primer Mist ($8 USD) — Lightweight primer mist that hydrates skin and revitalizes radiance in the skin. Infused with coconut water to boost hydration benefits for up to 12 hours. Leaves the skin soft, smooth and supple.

Hard Candy’s Illuminate & Strobing Mix In Drops ($8 USD) — Multi purpose iridescent facial enhancer that instantly creates a radiant and dewy completion. Use alone or mix in a moisturizer or foundation.

Hard Candy’s Eye Def in Wicked White ($6 USD) — Chrome crayon for a shimmering pop of color. Soft creamy application that works on the entire lid or the lash line.

Hard Candy’s Illuminate & Strobing Face Duo Stick ($6 USD) — Customizable duo that features two illuminating shades. Instantly creates a radiant and dewy complexion.

What I think: I love a primer mist. This is very light and smells nice (probably the coconut water). Since this is hydrating, it can also be used as a setting spray.

The Mix in Drops are my favorite of these products. The little glass bottle with dropper is really cute and retro looking. The drops are so nice to strobe with. You can use a little or a lot.

I haven’t tried the Eye Def in Wicked White, but I think it would be nice on the inner lash line and the inner corners of the eyelid to brighten the eye. The Illuminate & Strobing Face Duo Stick is gorgeous! There is a lighter and a bit darker/warmer shade. Both are so nice on cheekbones, on the brow bone, cupid’s bow, etc.

Hard Candy Cosmetics are available for purchase exclusively at Walmart and Walmart.com.

Hard Candy Lashaholic Big Fake and Ginormous Biggest Fan

Hard Candy Lashaholic Big Fake ($7 USD) — Quick glide formula that smoothes across the lashes to evenly coat and lengthen. Maximum bristle brush will curl, separate and lift lashes for a noticeable difference. Available in Blackest Carbon Black.

Hard Candy Ginormous Biggest Fan ($6 USD) — Fanned out brush that instantly defines and curls lashes for bigger and brighter eyes. Easily wraps every lash with exceptional volume from root to tip. Available in Blackest Carbon Black.

What I think: Both of these are nice separately, but I love wearing a coat of each. Lashaholic Big Fake gives tons of volume and length. Ginormous Biggest Fan separates and curls lashes. Together, wow! I have tiny, straight lashes though. Both work well on their own, too.

The Hard Candy collection is available only at Walmart and Walmart.com

What affordable makeup are you loving now? Leave a comment and let me know!

Product Review: Drew Barrymore’s Favorite New FLOWER Products

With spring in full bloom, I wanted to share four of Drew Barrymore’s favorite, new FLOWER products. Drew is the creator of these beautiful products, and I was lucky to receive one of each of these products for my honest review!

From a lightweight, balm-like foundation to a face/body illuminator and eye and lip products with a range of shades – Drew’s top picks are essentials for spring. On top of having great color pay off and luxurious formulas, each product is travel friendly, making packing for spring (or summer) travels easier than ever!

FLOWER E.E. Erase Everything Ultimate Foundation ($12.98 USD) — Introducing the Erase Everything Ultimate Foundation, which helps to fill in uneven skin texture and fine lines while also hydrating the skin. This cream-like balm formula is mixed at a slow speed resulting in a creamy whipped texture, resulting in sheer coverage for a natural finish. Light diffusing pigments blur out skin imperfections, allowing for an even, smooth complexion with long wear properties.

Shades: Sheer Tint, Porcelain Tint, Ivory Tint, Buff Tint, Honey Tint

What I think: I received this in Buff Tint, which is a little dark for me. But, it will probably work with my summer (faux) tan. I think this is lovely for ladies who need a foundation that smoothes the skin and provides decent coverage. I love the creamy texture and the cool brush applicator — easy to use! It melts right into the skin and leaves skin glowy.

Available at Walmart and Walmart.com

FLOWER Skin Radiance Face & Body Illuminator ($12.98 USD) — For a glow from head to toe, the Skin Radiance Face & Body Illuminator helps highlight the best features on both your complexion and body. The creamy formula spreads easily for an all-over boost of radiance and the universal shade can be used on all skin tones.

What I think: Love a lit from within glow? This product is perfect to achieve that look. I would call it a candlelight shade. Plus, a little goes a long way. Dab it on the cheekbones for soft strobing. I like to put a little down the length of my nose to make it appear thinner. Or to the cupids bow of your mouth to accentuate it. There really isn’t a wrong way to use this, since it is so soft and pretty (but don’t forget to blend)!

Available at Walmart and Walmart.com

FLOWER Endless Wear Eye Color Ultimate Eye Color ($7.98 USD) — Create a variety of beauty looks with five beautiful shades of shadows. Providing sheer and lightweight color with true staying power up to 12 hours, the cushion-y texture goes on silky and shimmering, lasting all day without creasing or fading. Shades: Sheer Buff, Sheer Sands, Sheer Cinnamon, Sheer Charcoal, Sheer Seas

What I think: I was sent this cream shadow in Sheer Buff, a taupey greige (grey-beige). I first tried to apply it with my finger to an eyelid without primer. It was way to sheer and a little muddy looking. So, I used an eye shadow primer, then applied the shadow with a brush — gorgeous! The shadow is a little shimmery, but not glittery at all, and it doesn’t crease, yay! I might have to pick it up in a few more colors…

Available at Walmart and Walmart.com

FLOWER Hydrasilk Ultimate Lip Butter ($7.98 USD) — Create a prefect pout with a conditioning lip butter that hydrates the lips upon application. The deluxe formula will lock in moisture and keep them soft and supple after removing the color. The beautifully luxurious formula leave the lips with a pure, intense color with a glossy finish. Shades: Naked Petal, Rose Petal, Peach Petal, Blush Petal, Ruby Petal, Poppy Petal.

What I think: I have this in Blush Petal, which is a bright coral-pink. It is so moisturizing, it’s like a lip balm with full color. Very nice for daytime, or use a darker color for a night out. My lips are dry right now (thanks allergies). So this serves double duty as color and treatment.

Available at Walmart and Walmart.com

Have you tried FLOWER before? Leave a comment and let me know what you’ve tried!

jane iredale Skin Is In Spring 2016 Collection

I am so glad that it is Spring! I love the warmer weather and pretty, soft makeup. And luckily, I was sent the jane iredale Skin Is In Spring 2016 Collection for my honest review!

Here is the product info from the jane iredale website:

For a “no makeup” look that radiates natural beauty, this collection features four essentials that are not only good for the skin, but also highlight your most beautiful features with earthy neutrals and pops of muted pink this upcoming season.

Naturally Matte Eye Shadow Kit ($58) Great for daily wear, this eye kit comes equipped with five milky-soft PurePressed Eye Shadows. Including a creamy neutral, soft pink, grey brown, rose brown, and deep chocolate, each shadow is sized to fit the recommended application. Highly pigmented and easy to blend, these shadows will quickly become a part of your daily beauty routine.
GreatShape Eyebrow Kit ($35) Available in Blonde or Brunette, this take-anywhere brow kit includes a water-resistant powder that gives brows a natural appearance, transparent wax, and dual ended applicator.
White Tea PureGloss Lip Gloss ($24) Highlight your lips with a sheer tint of creamy, golden caramel color. Formulated with hydrating moringa butter, avocado oil and antioxidants, this gloss will condition, moisturize and nourish for kissable smooth lips.
Flawless PurePressed Blush ($27) This refreshing wash of peachy, pink color is designed to define and highlight the cheekbones. Infused with antioxidants and free of irritating ingredients, this cheek product can also double as an eye or lip color.

What I think: The eye shadow palette is my new favorite. I use it daily and it gives gorgeous natural looks, that can be amped up for night time! The shadows have almost a creamy consistency, are well pigmented and blend really well.

The eyebrow kit is really great to take with you. I have it in Brunette and it works well with my dark hair. The blush is also portable and so pretty. It has a beautiful glow about it which is magical for the spring and summer seasons!

My second favorite item of the collection is the beautiful lip gloss. It is so shiny, and the color is natural. I think it would be beautiful on all skin tones. LOVE!

Learn more and purchase at https://janeiredale.com/

Brand Review — Ramy Beauty Therapy

I love discovering new brands and reviewing cool products!

This week, I have been loving products from Ramy Beauty Therapy. It was created by makeup artist Ramy. His philosophy is simple: “Minimum makeup, Maximum impact!” Meaning, if you select the correct color palette to enhance your features and apply it correctly, you can look younger and more beautiful with a minimum of products and effort.

I was sent the following products for my honest review:

Ramy Beauty The Brow Master Kit ($49.99 USD) — contains both the Brow Master Stencils and the Arch Angel Color Transforming Brow Gel! Everything you need to be your own eyebrow guru!

The Brow Master: No more cookie cutter eyebrows! Ramy’s patent-pending, trademarked invention will revolutionize how we shape our brows. Now everyone can be an eyebrow expert! The Brow Master insert moves up, down, left and right to customize the thickness, length and width of your brows. Each Set contains the Brow Master and 3 inserts (Full, Medium and Soft Arch)

Arch Angel Color Transforming Brow Gel goes on white, then changes color when you brush through it to match your hair color! This universally flattering neutral is perfect for use with the Brow Master Customizable Stencils or on it’s own. The Arch Angel fills in your brows with the perfect shade and holds brows in place until you remove it. Apply with the included angled brush, then brush through. Color transforms instantly and will adjust after a few minutes to become your perfect shade!

The stencils are great for those who need a shape to their brows. My brows are fairly defined, I just tweeze a little to keep them neat. The Arch Angel is great for keeping brows in the shape you want them to be and filling in color. It worked on my dark brown brows and didn’t make me look too made up. I haven’t used anything like this before and think it is a cool idea. And the little pot of product will last a long time.

Ramy Beauty Therapy Perfect Eye Wand Liner & Shadow

The Perfect Eye Wand ($24 USD) takes easy eye make-up to the next level by combining an eye liner and shadow in one easy-to-use wand. The eyeliner shade? PERFECT! Not black, not brown, but the ultimate, neutral mahogany color. The Shadow end is a taupey grey neutral – Two eye products, One Perfect Wand that truly compliments any skin tone. Create a sexy smoky eye, or create the perfect subtle day look.

Ramy Tip: For daytime, apply liner to upper lashline only and shadow on crease of eye to define your eyes without looking overly made up. For evening: INSTANT Smokey Eye! Apply liner to upper and lower lashlines and apply shadow to entire eye lid and over liner on lower lashline for the fastest smoky eye Ever!

I like to do the daytime look. I actually take a light-colored shadow and brush over my whole eyelid. Then I line my eyes with the liner and apply the shadow in the crease. The look is pretty amazing! The liner is very dark, but not black and the shadow smudges really well to create the perfect shade. So pretty!

Ramy Beauty Therapy Alive! Blush ($19 USD) — One of a kind, long-wearing color. Micronized and silicone treated for extremely smooth application. This blush literally seems to bring skin to life with its perfect blend of pink, gold and brown color. Great for sweeping over eyes to really make eye color pop! A great alternative for women who are not inclined to wear eyeshadows. Simply sweep over eyes with blush brush for a finished, polished look.

This is such a pretty, neutral color! It works great on the eyelids with the eyeliner above. Plus, it makes such a natural-looking blush. Just enough color and shimmer to define the cheeks. I like using softer colors for spring and summer and this is perfect!

Purchase these multi-tasking products and more at ramy.com

My Beauty Favorites — Week of February 8-14, 2016

I hope you had a great Valentine’s Day! My husband and I went out to dinner (without kids). It was really nice!

Last week I was loving new makeup that I was sent for my honest review. I tried two new (to me) brands. Wander Beauty and a German cosmetics company, Sante. Both have some amazing products that I LOVE:

Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick

Wander Beauty Up Close Kiss Lipstick

Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick ($40 USD) — Achieve a picture perfect complexion with this hydrating formula. This creamy foundation stick glides onto skin as a lightweight, conditioning cream for flawless coverage. Coconut oil, sodium hyaluronate and antioxidant vitamins help deliver effective, long-lasting emolliency and protection against dryness. Applies effortlessly and blends seamlessly. Skin is left looking youthful, natural and even.

Wander Beauty Up Close Kiss Lipstick ($24 USD) — A smooth and creamy coconut oil and vitamin infused formula that glides effortlessly and delivers rich, long-lasting color. The colors available are Spice and Rose.

What I think: I was so excited to try the foundation stick! I received it in Light, and that matches my skin perfectly. Looking at it in the photo, I thought it would have a thicker consistency like a concealer. But, it is very creamy and glides right one. It covers well, and I can add more to build coverage. I use their Wander Cushion to blend. Its a reusable sponge and is easy to blend with.

I received the lipstick in Spice. I usually wear lighter colors, but I liked it. It’s something that I can wear out on a date with my husband!

Learn more and purchase at http://www.wanderbeauty.com

Sante Coverstick in Light

Sante Eyeshadow Trios 5 Gram

Sante Lip Duo Contour & Gloss

Sante Coversticks ($15 USD) — Make dark circles around the eyes and small impurities disappear as if by magic. Cover small veins and moles in no time at all.

Sante Eyeshadow Trios 5 Gram ($20 USD) — Eyecatcher. From nude to glam. Eye shadow trio in complementary shades. For unforgettable moments. With organic jojoba and chamomile.

Sante Lip Duo Contour & Gloss ($17 USD) — Certified natural ingredients with pure colors of nature. One end a line and the next in a gloss stick.

What I think: The coverstick is very full coverage. It is perfect for dark circles, red patches and blemishes. I love wearing under my foundation for extra coverage.

The eyeshadow palette I received was Aubergine, which includes a light pink and two purples. It makes an awesome smoky eye, very colorful.

My favorite Sante products is the lip color. I received the Nude 01 color, it’s a pinkish nude and it so pretty on.

These are available at http://sante-usa.com/

Have you discovered a new makeup brand? Leave a comment and let me know!

Milani Cosmetics — New Products For 2016

Milani Cosmetics is an affordable drugstore brand that has very high quality, fun products! I was lucky to receive some of their recent releases for my honest review:

Milani Cosmetics Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment

Milani Cosmetics Everyday Eyes Eye Shadow Palettes

Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment ($7.99 USD) — Give dry and cracked lips a kiss goodbye with super-hydrating Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatments. These luxurious oils glide on without feeling tacky or greasy, allowing you to sip, smooch and smile without having to wipe off! Formulated with Jojoba, Avocado and Tsubaki Oil, each treatment has its own additional benefits to keep lips nourished all year round. Indulge in the lip-loving feel and addictive scent of Milani’s new lip oils.

I LOVE these lip oils! They are my new favorite lip product! They are as moisturizing as a lip balm, but give a little shine. I like a natural lip and this is perfect for day time looks. Plus it treats as you wear it! It is available in 8 different oils and I want all of them. My current favorites are the Revitalizing Grapefruit and the Moisturizing Almond Coco, but all of the ones I have tried taste, smell and especially fell amazing!

Everyday Eyes Eye Shadow ($9.99 USD) — This visually impactful collection is perfect for a non-intimidating impulse buy. Each palette consists of expertly color coordinated shades that work well together when applied step-by-step, and in any color combination. Included in each palette is a professional, dual-ended brush that blends, defines and applies easily. An easy ‘How To’ guide is included so that you can master any eye look.

I have this in Earthly Elements that are a mix of matte and shimmery earth tones, including a surprising matte reddish orange, that I really love! They are well pigmented and I can do a smoky eye or a natural day look with them. I am excited to try other palettes as well-especially the plum one!

Big & Bigger Lashes ($7.99 USD) — Get larger than life lashes that won’t smudge or flake with this maximum volume mascara that builds intense volume in just one application. This mascara’s creamy texture and lash conditioning ingredients make it easy to enhance eyes while leaving your lashes soft and lush. The custom designed sculpting brush has a flat reservoir side that deposits mascara directly to lashes and a comb on either side that distributes mascara evenly from base to tip, separating lashes. The bristles on the top of the brush catch hard-to-reach lashes in the corner of the eyes and can be applied to bottom lashes for extra va-voom!

If huge lashes are for you, try this mascara! It takes a bit of practice to perfect the technique with the brush, but once I did, I got length (which I need) with the volume.

Milani has also released new brow products, a matte lip crème, a combo foundation and concealer and more. Check all of their new products out at CVS Stores nationwide and MilaniCosmetics.com.

Holiday Makeup For A Festive Look

Going to any parties this week or next? I find the holidays as the perfect time to try a fun new makeup look.

How are you doing your makeup for the holidays? I am loving a nude lip, but brown and red are also really popular.

Below are my new favorite makeup picks:

Rimmel London Lasting Finish 25 Hour Foundation with Comfort Serum

Rimmel London Moisture Renew Lipstick

Rimmel London ScandalEyes XX-Treme Volume and Length Mascara

Rimmel Londin Lasting Finish 25 Hour Foundation with Comfort Serum ($7.99 USD) hides fine lines and imperfections for a poreless, seamless complexion. Containing a comfort serum, the foundation instantly hydrates your skin while maintaining full coverage that won’t let you down all day and night. Built-in sunscreen protects your face, while a moisturizing base and a healthy dose of antioxidants and Vitamin E keep skin perfectly hydrated and healthy.

Rimmel London Moisture Renew Lipstick. The revolutionary new lipstick hits lips with punch of highly-pigmented colour and a downpour of hydration. With highly improved colour pay-off and a serious increase in moisturizing power, new Moisture Renew Lipstick glides on in 24 luscious shades that last.

Rimmel London ScandalEyes XX-Treme Volume and Length Mascara ($6.99 USD) — With an innovative dual-sided wand and a high-performance formula, the mascara delivers elongated lashes that demand to be noticed. Experience infinite lashes with extreme high-impact volume and dramatic length with this mascara that does it all. Rimmel’s ingenious two-sided dual-action brush visibly thickens, lengthens, and separates lashes for an eye-opening lash look. The arched side of the applicator contains tiny, two-pronged bristles to deliver maximum, quick-load volume, while the flat side has longer teeth to eliminate clumps and define lashes. From root to tip, even your smallest lashes will look curvaceous and bold.

Available at mass market retailers near you.

Stowaway Cosmetics’ Naturally Nude Set ($50 USD)– If subtly is your style, try Stowaway Cosmetics’ Naturally Nude Set this winter. Featuring the Cheek & Lip Pot Rouge in Cantaloupe, Creme Lipstick in Champagne, Effortless Eyeliner in Jet, and Defined Lash Mascara, let your natural beauty shine bright!

I love the smaller size of these cosmetics. They can go anywhere! And they are very luxe! The mascara is my new favorite, it makes my lashes long and lush. I love the nude lip.

Purchase at http://www.stowawaycosmetics.com.

Studio 10 Beauty Visible Lift I-Definer

Studio 10 Beauty Lip Perfecting Plumping Gloss

Studio 10 Beauty Visible Lift I-Definer ($52 USD) — Innovative all-in-one ‘makeup eyelift’ kit that tackles fine lines, sculpts, defines and brightens eyes. Features an anti-aging primer and four sculpting shadows: neutralizing, contouring, highlighting and defining.

Studio 10 Beauty Lip Perfecting Plumping Gloss ($26 USD) — Plumps. Hyaluronic Acid pumps up lip volume and provides intense hydration. Smoothes. Omega Plankton—rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids—helps smooth away fine lines and wrinkles. Non-sticky, moisturizing formula. Universally flattering rose-pink shade.

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