Sneak Peak

I’ve been busy doing research on skin care along with my normal search for new products to love. Here are a few shots of products that I’m testing right now. I’ll report back over the next few weeks on which ones I love (and don’t love so much!).

Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Repair Moisturizer; Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 “1970”; Vichy Aqualia Thermal Serum

Julep Glycolic Hand Scrub; Hampton Sun Continuous Mist Hydrating Aloe

Smashbox CC Cream; Chanel Soleil Tan; Becca Luminous Skin Color Ultra Sheer Foundation

The Balm and Tarte Blushes

Jergens Natural Glow Firming Daily Moisturizer

The Balm Schwing Eyeliner and What’s Your Type Mascara; Sonia Kashuk Eyeshadow Quad

Maybelline Studio Quad; L’Oreal Eyeshadow; Blinc Mascara

NYX Lipgloss; elf Pout Perfector; Nars Chubby Pencil

Ulta Fragrance Mist

Stay tuned!

Product Review: Buxom Sculpted Lash Mascara

I received a full sized tube of Buxom Sculpted Lash Mascara in my last PopSugar Must Have Box. Always on the lookout for great mascara, I was anxious to try it. Click below for pictures and swatches!

Product Review: CoverGirl Clump Crusher by Lashblast Mascara

I spent two weeks testing CoverGirl's Clump Crusher Mascara. Did it pass my flake and smudge test? Click below to find out!

Face of the Day: Drugstore Brands

I've been working for the last few days to get back on track after being away for over a week. Today was the first day that I actually took the time to put on makeup so I thought it would be a good time to do a Face of the Day (FOTD) post. 

Every item I used today is from the drugstore. Just about every item I used has not been reviewed yet so you can look forward for more reviews of some quality drugstore products. Click below to see what makes up this look!

Product Review: Trish McEvoy High Volume Mascara

I've written before about my quest for the perfect mascara; one that lengthens and volumizes, doesn't clump and doesn't smudge. Not normally one to spend more than a few bucks on mascara, I have lately been going out on a limb by trying higher end mascaras. 

Does Trish McEvoy's High Volume Mascara fit the bill? Read on!

Product Review: Estee Lauder Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Volume Mascara

I've written before about my love/hate relationship with mascara. The number of mascaras I've tried is amazing and I'm usually disappointed. They normally end up under my bottom lashes or smeared all over my face.

How did Estee Lauder's Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Volume Mascara (whew!) perform? Click below to find out!

Product Review: YSL Volume Effet Faux Cils Shocking Mascara

A few months ago, when I was on a quest for a new, smudge proof mascara, the sales associate at Nordstrom recommended that I try Yves St. Laurent's Volume Effet Faux Cils Shocking Mascara. Having never been big on high end mascara, I was skeptical. Eventually, I shelled out $30 and purchased it in Burgundy.

Product Showdown: Covergirl Lashblast Fusion vs. Mac Zoom Waterfast Lash

Covergirl Lashblast Fusion vs. Mac Zoom Waterfast Lash Mascara

Welcome to my first Drugstore/High End Product Showdown! In this post, I'm reviewing two popular water resistant mascaras.

I have a love/hate relationship with most mascaras because more often than not, I end up with flaking or raccoon eyes even when a mascara is touted as being "waterproof." For years, I used L'Oreal's Voluminous Mascara with great success (and not even the waterproof version of it) and sometime last Spring, as I replaced an empty tube, the unthinkable happened---smudges, flakes and overall nastiness. Practically heartbroken, I thought, "Well, I'll just try a 'waterproof' version of this mascara." Nope, nada, non! Then I reached for their "Million Lashes" waterproof in the gold tube. Smudge City. Thus began my quest for the perfect mascara.

How to: "No Makeup" Makeup

Photo Credit: Prevention.com

I don't wear makeup every day but when I do, I often reach for a more natural look. As I've gotten older, my skin has "dulled" a bit, pigmentation isn't as even as it was when I was in my 20s or even my 30s, and my eyes look a little less vibrant. That's not to say that I don't leave my home without makeup (I do) but sometimes I like a little pick me up that doesn't involve a lot of time or products. 

For this reason, I've figured out which handful of products provide that extra lift that still looks natural. And best of all, it only takes 5 minutes!