Saturday, November 23, 2013

Review: L.A. Colors Eyeshadow Palette



          This is my review on the L.A. Colors Eyeshadow Palette in Moody Nudes. As you can see, it was for $2.99. I found this at my local Rite Aid store. There are 24 colors in this palette. There was also another palette it was displayed with palette with more bright and summer like colors. As you can see, these colors are very appropriate for the holiday season. Take a closer look...

By Column: 1st column
You get: A shimmery black, a glittery silver, a glittery white, a shimmery bone color

2nd column
You get: a shimmery dark plum, a shimmery bright purple, a close to matte nude, a shimmery tan

3rd column
You get: a shimmery dark red, a shimmery bright red, a dark blue, a dark swamp green

4th column
You get: a shimmery purple, a glittery pink, a close to matte camo green, a shimmery brown

5th column
You get a close to matte coral pink, a glittery dark bronze, a shimmery mint, a glittery dark metal blue

6th column
You get a shimmery brown, a shimmery gold, a shimmery light purple, a glittery blood red

          This palette is full of so many different colors! You have some neutral colors, some blues, some pinks, some purples, and some metallics. Most of these shadows are shimmery, and 2 close to mattes shades out of the whole thing. I tried looking on the L.A. Colors website, but no go. Looks like this palette may be limited edition? Anyways, the most claim/description I could get for this palette is that there are "24 vibrant eyeshadow shades." Oh, and I did find a cruelty free rabbit on the packaging which is a plus!
          Surprisingly, these shadows are great! They are highly pigmented and buttery to the touch. They also blend fairly well on the lids. However, they do fade if you do not use a primer, but they easily last all day with a primer. There is quite a lot of purple/pink colors in this palette, however there is a range of looks you can get out of this palette. Strange fact, the shades have a scent, reminds me of a citrus cleaner, but I don't notice it once it's on my face. Overall, I think it's a great eyeshadow palette for only $3!

So quick summary:

Pros:
  • Affordable
  • Pigmented shadows
  • Blends well
  • Great range of colors
Cons:
  • No mattes
  • Strange fragrance
Overall Rating: 88/100

This is my first time trying anything from the L.A. Colors line, so if you have tried anything from this line let me know your thoughts!

Until next time...
-Cindy



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Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Holiday Beauty Gift Guide 2013

          Hi everyone! The title says it all. These are the beauty products I think will make great gifts for all your beauty fanatic friends and family. However, when shopping for others, remember to pick yourself up a little something something :). It will be organized by category and have a range of different price points! I will definitely be adding more as the days go on, you never know what new deals get put out there!

Skincare

Clarisonic: Aria Sonic Skin Cleansing System with Josie Maran Set - $199

  • Not only are you getting a Clarisonic, you are also getting a few skincare goodies with it! 

Philosophy: Festive Favorites - $92

  • Though this gift is probably one of the most expensive on this list, if you have someone who loves Philosophy, this is filled with many goodies from that brand! So you get just a little of everything :).


Philosophy: Restore & Nourish Kit - $69

  • If you can't afford the $92 kit, then maybe this one. Meant to nourish the skin, this is something everyone can benefit from for the Winter! 


H2O Plus: Online Only Editors Pick Beauty Box - $29.50

  • This is a mini spa day in a package! Know someone who needs a break pronto? This is definitely the gift to give! 


Body

Sephora Favorites: Fragrance Sampler for Her - $70

  • You may think this is a price is hefty for samples, but with this purchase your receiver will get a free full size perfume of their choice! So not only will they get a full size, they will also be getting a bunch of samples. 

Josie Maran: Escape to Morocco Holiday Hair & Body Beautifiers - $39


  • This will the the thing to make your skin baby soft! Buy it for yourself so that special someone can't keep their hands off you, or buy it for your special someone so you have a reason to put your hands on them ;). 
Bath and Body Works: Bathtub Gift Set in Secret Wonderland - $35.50 (was $64.50)


  • The most amazing scent Bath and Body Works has. It's sweet, it's sexy, it's perfect!


Bath and Body Works: Ultimate Fragrance Fan Gift Set in Eucalyptus Spearmint - $35.50 (was $56)

  • This is the perfect gift for just about everyone! Why? Name one person who doesn't shower and isn't always stressed?


The Body Shop: Body Butter Collection Gift - $30
  • Have a friend obsessed with smooth skin? This will be the gift for them! Or... split it up, and 6 friends will get body butters!

  •  For that someone who is very much into dark nail polishes.



  • Get nails to match that holiday eye look! Best part, you can split this up, give some to friends, and maybe some for yourself?


  • Don't want to give just samples, this set will give you 4 of the hottest scents to try in mini sizes.


  • Got a friend obsessed with OPI and mani? Well then, this might be the perfect gift!


Sephora Favorites: Fragrance Rollerball Sampler - $24

  • Now, yes $70 is a lot of gift. So this will be a nice substitution for the Fragrance Sampler. Like the fragrance sampler, your receiver will get a full size roller ball of their choice. 

The Body Shop: Shea Shower, Scrub and Soften Collection - $20
  • Smooth skin doesn't start after the shower, it begins in the shower.


The Body Shop: Festive Body Butter Trio Gift Set - $15

  • Very much a more affordable version of the Body Butter Collection Gift! Definitely, affordable enough to keep to yourself ;). 

Nivea: Smooth Skin On The Go 5pc Gift Set - $7.99
  • Finally, a stocking stuffer! Not only are they good for stockings, they are good for those you constantly need to go go go. 


Hair

 Bumble and Bumble: The Polished Two Step Set - $35


  • Know someone who needs a boost in the hair department? Give the gift that will leave you receiver with a great hair day everyday. 


  • The product to make you smell of peppermint  from head to toe, literally!!! 

Batiste Dry Shampoo Wild Trio Pack - $9.99


  • We all have those days where we forget to shower. So why not take the shower to go?

Organix: Renewing Moroccan Argan Oil 3 pc Starter Kit - $9.99
  • Hair care is a year round process baby! Whether it's under a hat, a headband or beanie, it will still feel smooth and silky with this!


 Makeup

 Eyes

Urban Decay: Ocho Loco 2 - $59

  • Have a friend that is crazy over eyeliner? This will be the gift that will last them all of next year! All full-size eyeliner, for the price, it's already a better deal than buy 8 individual eyeliners from UD. 
Lorac Rockin' Red Hot PRO Set - $39

  • This set is great! You get the Lorac PRO Palette and eyeshadow primer which retails for $42. Lorac then goes and throws in a liquid liner and lowers the price?? AMAZING

  • With great jewel tone eye shadows, you are bound to make a great holiday first impression.


Urban Decay: Black Market 24/7 Glide - On Pencil Set - $36

  • This is a great substitute for the Urban Decay: Ocho Loco 2. You don't get as much, but how often does anyone go through color eyeliner anyways?

  • Falsies with the false lashes? This may be the set for you.

Lorac: Solid Gold Eye Shadow - $12

  • For those girls and guys that love neutral eyes, this is your palette. And for $12?? It couldn't get any better unless it was free! 

Face

 NARS: Guy Bourdin Holiday Collection Limited Edition One Night Stand Cheek Palette - $65
  • 4 blushes, 1 highlighter, 1 bronzer and you have your whole face covered! With a single NARS blush at $29, this product is such a bargain! 

Benefit: Gettin' Cheeky! - $17
  • A great intro to liquid products! You get 3 different lip and cheeks tints to play around with. 


 Lips

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics: Lip Tar All-Star Mini x 4 Set - $20
  • If you are a makeup junkie, then you know.. it takes forever to finish a product. Yes these are minis, but with 4, they are bound to last a while. Besides, you need great lips to get that kiss under the mistletoe!
bareMinerals Hot to Trot - $25
  • You get 6 deluxe size lip glosses, from an array of colors! One of the best gift for your lippie obsessed friend!

EOS: Holiday Lip Balm 3pc - $7.99
  • This is for the EOS fans out there. 3 EOS balms, with an average price of $2.66, you can't go wrong! (P.S. this will also make a great stocking stuffer!) 

Rimmel: Show Off Lip Lacquer - $5.49

  • One of my favorite lip product out there! This is definitely a buy one for you and a friend gift. 

Palettes

 Smashbox: The Master Class Palette II - $59
  • This palette alone will have all the products you need for an entire face of makeup (well, except for foundation, concealer, mascara....). With 28 eye shadows, 4 cream liners, 3 blushes, 3 bronzers, and 2 highlighters, you have eyes and cheeks covered! 
Too Faced: A Few of My Favorite Things - $56

  • Got holiday parties to attend? This is the palette will give you that holiday look everyone will be talking about! 

  • Everyone is bound to love this palette as it has all the colors under the sun! They also give you 3 blushes and one bronzer, so you can match your blush with any look. 

    • theBalm: BalmJovi Rockstar Makeup Palette - $39.50
    • Give the gift of a full face! Eye shadows, highlighter, blush, and lippies oh my! 


    Anastasia Beverly Hills: Lavish Set - $38
    • This is the perfect gift for someone who loves to frame their face with their eyes. Not only are you getting eye shadow, you are also getting a complete brow kit 


    Gift sets

    bareMinerals Bring on the Night - $49
    • What is the best way to introduce someone to a makeup brand? Why that would be gifting all the products from the line to complete a full face! 


    Tarte: Getaways Portable Palette Set - $48

    • The gift set that will last all year round! Ever wonder why there are 4 quadrants? Perhaps one for each season?

    Stila: Masterpiece Series Eye & Cheek Palettes - $39
    • Stila is bringing out the makeup artist in all of us! A share and keep gift set!


    Tarte: Thoughtful Treasures Deluxe Best-Sellers Set - $19
    • Though this gift set seems to be all over the place with an oil, blush and lippie, it's the thought that counts right? 


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