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Colour Pop will Shock you with their Vibrant Eyeshadows (Makeup Review)

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About ColourPop Products

Retail: $5
Hey, girl. Love to play? ColourPop is a great way to have fun with
new looks and bold, vivid colorful makeup – without serious commitment.
Priced for experimentation, you can hit it and quit it without totally
blowing the budget. We’re talking $5 for eyeshadow that’s totally
knockout. Haute formulas, rock bottom prices.
Not only are we wallet friendly – we’re also legit friendly. Not just
in a social-media kinda way, but for real. The people who wear
ColourPop are our collaborators, curators, and stylists – tell us what
you want and need and we’ll make it. Cool, right?
Our hero products look great in your go-bag, so you can
apply on the fly and love whipping out your favorite lipstick. With
almost a zillion colors to choose from, ColourPop is majorly shady. So
try something different, be who you want to be today and maybe – someone
else tomorrow.

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Bdellium Tools Brings You Quality Brushes at Affordable Prices (Product Review)

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How was everyone’s Christmas? Share with me in the comments below! My Christmas was lovely — my husband and I spend the day with some close friends of ours here in town. 🙂

Today we’re diving into a new brand of makeup brushes I want to tell you all about. Let’s dive right in, shall we?! 🙂

About Bdellium Tools

Bdellium Tools are designed by a group of talented makeup brush experts in Cerritos, California. Our products are truly handmade; all of our products are custom tailored at our factory by skilled artisans in China. In this way, we can ensure the quality and integrity of each piece.

We create each brush using a balance of natural and/or synthetic hair to achieve the perfect amount of form and stiffness compatible with the function each brush is designed for. Our 7 different product lines have very distinctive features: Maestro Series features a collection of luxurious antibacterial makeup brushes with nickel plated brass ferrules. Green Bambu, Yellow Bambu and Pink Bambu Series features eco-friendly makeup brushes with all sustainable bamboo handles and all vegan soft synthetic bristles and an anodized aluminum ferrule. Studio and Travel Lines feature antibacterial makeup brushes with the classic 7 layer lacquered yellow handle with an anodized aluminum ferrule. The SFX Series is our makeup brush line specifically for special effects makeup.

Our goal is to continually design new, unique and innovative makeup tools. As we design all our own products, we have the ability to develop brand names and/or custom designs for larger clients..

My Review on Bdellium Brushes

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Look Radiant this Holiday with It Cosmetics CC+ Palette (Makeup Review)

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Need to find a last-minute gift for a girlfriend, best friend, or wife? This palette would make a great present! You get three products in one, it works on all skintones, and it has super-cute packaging. How can you go wrong?! 😉

It Cosmetics CC+ Radiance Palette

Retail Price: $38
IT Cosmetics CC+ Radiance Palette is your one stop for color correcting,
brightening, bronzing, and blushing. Each anti-aging powder includes
color correcting pigments that enhance and even-out the appearance of
your natural skin tone while adding the perfect sun-kissed bronze, the
complexion brightening blush, and an all over-skin brightening radiance
that will boost the warmth and radiance of your skin while blurring the
look of fine lines and pores.Why is it different: At IT
Cosmetics they believe great makeup can give you great skin. CC+
Radiance Palette is infused with anti-aging ingredients and is
formulated to do the work for you. CC+ Radiance Palette is talc-free and
infused with anti-aging skin loving ingredients plus color correction
technology to brighten and correct the appearance of your skin for your
most beautiful skin ever!SHOP at Ulta

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It Cosmetics’ New Dual-Ended Brush Gives a Beautiful Airbrushed Finish (Beauty Review)

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It Cosmetics’ Dual Airbrush #7

Retail Price: $48
 
Ultra luxe, ultra plush tool for perfect airbrush application.
Provides the capability to build coverage with foundation or powder and
buff away imperfections. 
This brush was designed with leading plastic
surgeons to apply BOTH foundation and concealer to a flawless,
airbrushed finish!
The ultra plush, ultra luxe large end allows you to quickly apply
your foundation to larger areas for a beautiful airbrushed finish, while
the micro-end allows for the most accurate precision in even the
smallest spaces. 
This high-quality brush is extremely soft and great for
even the most sensitive skin!

Features 100% synthetic bristles. Vegan

My Review

First Impression & Packaging:
Let me first say that the brush I own is a limited edition brush from the It’s All About You collection they featured on QVC back in June. It has a silver handle as opposed to the black handle that you can purchase now. But besides that, they look identical.

It Cosmetics is well known for the quality and luxuriousness of their brushes. With the Dual Airbrush, the bristles were extremely soft and very dense. The middle of the brush, the handle, doesn’t feel as luxurious as It Cosmetics black handle brushes, but it’s still nice.

Product & Application:
I love using this brush to apply my foundation — it lives up to it’s name of giving you an “airbrush” look. It feels amazing brushing it on your skin and doesn’t take long before my foundation is blended into my skin and looking fabulous. 🙂

I personally only use this brush when applying my lighter, more liquidy foundations. I felt like with my full coverage foundations this brush would give me a cakey, fake look. But that’s just my personal preference.

Major Likes & Dislikes:
The bigger end of the brush — the foundation side — is my favorite to use. The concealer side works well, but I just personal love to use the larger end. It feels so amazing and I like that I don’t have to work very hard to blend the foundation into my skin. It just takes a few seconds and — bam — my skin looks flawless!

As for dislikes, I would have to say that I don’t personally like dual-ended brushes. They’re hard to store, since you can’t put it in a jar (which is how where I keep my brushes) without potentially damaging one side of the brush. So it just lays out on my counter. Not a bad thing….just annoying to me.

Final Thoughts:
This brush is a great addition to any makeup collection. If you are on a tight budget and want to get some good face brushes (which make all the difference when doing your makeup), this dual-ended brush would be worth the purchase. It IS expensive, but you get two brushes for the price of one. And they’re telling the truth when they call it an airbrush foundation and concealer brush — you do get a beautiful, natural airbrush look to your face. Love it!

Question for My Readers: What’s your favorite brush brand? I love It Cosmetics for high end, and Real Techniques for drugstore. 🙂

I received one or more of the products mentioned above from It Cosmetics in the hopes that I would mention them on my blog. Regardless, this does not guarantee a review or feature on my blog. I only share information that I think will be useful for my readers and I only recommend products I have personally used. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette – Worth the Hype? – Review

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About Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette

Retail Price: $49

The Chocolate Bar experience begins as soon as you open the palette and the smell of sweet chocolate envelops you. The eye shadows are pigmented with pure, antioxidant-rich cocoa powder and includes 16 matte and shimmer shades of natural browns, delicate pinks and luscious plums. Includes our signature how-to Glamour Guide with three looks to get you started.

Purchase from Ulta // Purchase from Too Faced

My Review of the Chocolate Bar

Before I begin, let me just say that I think I am the only one who feels this way about this palette. Not sure why I’m the odd ball out, lol, but this is my honest opinion.

There is NO mistaking that the packaging for this palette is spot on — deserves 5 gold stars! It’s designed like a chocolate bar and has a really sturdy metal case. And since my all-time favorite color is brown and I LOVE chocolate…yeah, the packaging made me really happy. 🙂 The magnetic clasp is fairly strong, too, so there is no fear of it falling open accidentally.

Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette // FromMyVanity.com
I was really excited to dive into this palette the moment it arrived at my doorstep. I grabbed my camera and tried some swatches on my arm….and wasn’t too impressed. A few of the colors were beautiful and buttery soft (like the LORAC shadows that I love), and I liked them — but there were more than a few shades that felt dry and kind of rough.

Applying them onto my eyes looked and felt a bit better. The shadows with glitter had some pretty significant fall out (I do my face after my eyes, thankfully) but the finished results still looked great. The matte browns that I used for blending were beautiful. Definitely my favorite 3 out of the whole palette!

The darker shades that had glitter — Candied Violet and Gilded Ganache — felt pretty dry to the touch. The pretty shimmery pink shade was very soft, so soft that one corner broke off. And I’m not rough on my shadows at all.

First Row

My favorite aspect of this palette would have to be that it smells like chocolate and the matte brown shades! Considering this is almost a $50 palette, I found it hard to justify owning this palette when I have other palettes that have matte browns and shimmery pinks.

Second Row

This palette is very unique in that it’s a neutral palette, but has many colors that other neutral palettes do not. (the beautiful green, violet, burgundy, golden brown). I think if you are looking for your first neutral palette to invest in, this would definitely be a good one to get, as it will give you more variety in colors and finishes than the other high-end neutral palettes that I’ve seen.

Third Row

For me, though, I just found that I had a dupe for just about every shade in here that I already owned. So when I would do my makeup, I often would just pull out my other shadows or palettes. If you don’t own many neutral palettes, however, I think this is a great one to start off with. The Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette has pigmented shadows and some pops of color to play with. For me, however, I just don’t find myself reaching for this as much as I had expected/envisioned. Maybe I hyped it up too much in my mind

Are you an avid makeup collector, or do you only like to own makeup products that you use? I find myself *wishing* I was a collector, but when it comes down to it…it bothers me when I have makeup I don’t use.

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Before I begin, let me just say that I think I am the only one who feels this way about this palette. Not sure why I'm the odd ball out, lol, but this is my honest opinion.

I purchased the products mentioned above with my own personal money. I was not compensated in any way for posting this review. I only recommend products that I have used personally and believe will be beneficial for my readers.

Ecco Bella Offers Lipglosses that are Good for You (Makeup Review)

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Good afternoon, lovelies! Time for another makeup review. If you haven’t get, make sure you enter my giveaway for the children’s illustrated book I have going on. There will be TWO winners! 🙂

I received the products below for review purposes.

Ecco Bella FlowerColor Good For You Glosses

Retail Price: $17.95
Smooth talk. Give yourself some fabulous lip with a pure, shiny rich texture that’s never greasy or heavy.
Our FlowerColor Good For You Gloss has a
unique applicator tube that features the same built-in mirror as our
best-selling mascaras, so there’s never a time when you can’t apply. 
Naturally-preserved. Gluten and FD & C dye-free. Power and Peace are
vegan.
Size: 0.13 oz.


My Review:

First Impression & Packaging:
I received all four lip glosses in this line and while I don’t have a very extensive collection of glosses, I have been wanting to try out new brands. 🙂 The first thing I noticed when I first swatched them on my arm was that the glosses are very pigmented, for a lip gloss.

They aren’t sticky when you apply them, which I was thankful for. Ones that are sticky drive me crazy. The packaging is good. It’s made of a plastic material, with a pretty handy mirror on the back. At first it seems too tiny to be much help, but it’s actually really nice for reapplying on the go.

Product & Application:
As I said, when I first swatched these they seemed really pigmented. And they are, for the most part, but I did discover that different colors have different pigmentation. Which I thought was interesting.

The brightest color in this set, Passion, is the most pigmented. Very beautiful, as you’ll see in my lip swatches later on. Peace and Pleasure are pretty light, but then the color itself isn’t a bright color to begin with.

The lip gloss that I was the least impressed about was the color Power. It’s the darkest color out of the whole lot, but when applied it’s very sheer. It’s still a nice lipgloss, just don’t expect it to look like a liquid lipstick like Passion does.

Major Likes & Dislikes:
I liked the consistency of the glosses. It was really thin and not sticky at all. The glosses had a slight scent to it, but in no way a bad smell. Just slightly floral. I loved all the colors except for Power. That one just was really watery/thin compared to the pigmentation of the other glosses. If you like sheer lipglosses, Power would be the one to check into. But for me, Pleasure was my favorite, followed closely by Peace and Passion.

Not a lot of product gets onto the wand when you pull it out, so I typically had to redip at least once or twice when applying it to my lips. Not a big negative fact, but just something that I noticed when using these. My biggest dislike would have to be the price — for me personally, $17 just seems a lot of money for this product. But if you are looking for a product that’s vegan, than maybe the price is worth it.

Final Thoughts:
They’re really nice lipglosses. I like that this brand is more Eco-friendly with their products. All of the gloss colors are nice, basic shades that I every woman has/wants in her collection, so there’s a color for everyone in this line.

Definitely check this brand if you are searching for makeup lines that are cruelty free — and as I mentioned, Ecco Bella even has two vegan options in this line. I will enjoy using these glosses in the future. I’ll especially appreciate the built-in mirrors when I’m applying on the go. 🙂

Question for My Readers: How do you like your lipglosses? Sheer or pigmented? Sticky or creamy? I definitely like mine creamy and pigmented, like a liquid lipstick, I guess you’d say. 🙂

I received one or more of the products mentioned above from Ecco Bella in the hopes that I would mention them on my blog. Regardless, this does not guarantee a review or feature on my blog. I only share information that I think will be useful for my readers and I only recommend products I have personally used.

Bite Beauty’s Cute Luxury Duo Lipstick is a Gem! (Makeup Review)

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About Bite Beauty’s Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo

Retail Price: $12

Bite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo | Outer Box, PackagingWhat it is: A bite-sized lipstick duo of contrasting shades.What it does: This mini duo of twist-up bullets offer neutral or vivid lips on the go. Wear them individually or layer to create your own custom look. With every application, antioxidant Resveratrol fights free radicals with potent long-term age-repair benefits. Each lipstick contains the Resveratrol equivalent of two glasses of red wine, reducing fine lines and wrinkles on and around the lip area over time.

This set contains: 2 x 0.05 oz lipstick

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
– Parabens
– Sulfates
– Phthalates

What else you need to know: At Bite’s Soho Lip Lab, these Fresh, Spring-forward shade combinations were spotted as a trend. Created with natural and food-grade ingredients, BITE Beauty lip products do not contain petrochemicals and are certified gluten-free.

My Review

First Impression & Packaging…
I first heard about these double ended lipsticks from Beauty Broadcast and was really intrigued by it. There are two types of this lipstick, one vivid and one neutral. I don’t think I need to tell you with I got. (The neutral, of course!)

Bite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo | Packaging, Musk SideI liked that these lipsticks are supposed to help erase fine lines as you wear them. Not that I have fine lines yet, but it can;t hurt to start now. 🙂 So when I was checking out at Sephora one day, I did an impulse purchase and added these to my basket. At only $12, I didn’t feel like it was too expensive — especially since you get two colors.

Bite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo | Packaging, Lynche SideThe little bullet was smaller than I expected, especially if you look at the box. But it actually makes it really easy for traveling with. I’ve been away from home for the past 2 weeks, and this was my go-to lipcolor that was easy to slide into my pocket or purse.

Bite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo | Opened Lipstick TubeProduct & Application…

When it actually comes to how this lipstick feels, I can’t ask for more. It has a luxurious, moisturizing feel to it…but it almost has a mattifying finish. It’s not completely matte, but nearly. It isn’t staining — and since these colors are natural and nude, I wasn’t expecting them to — but the color does last a long time on your lips. I find that I really only need to reapply if I’m eating or wiping my mouth.

Bite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo | Swatches of the colors Lynch and MuskThe caps to this lip duo snaps shut, making me feel very comfortable when I throw it into my purse — it isn’t going to accidentally open and decorate it’s nearest neighbor! And the outside of the bullet actually feels soft, almost velvety. You know how the Lorac Pro palette feels? Well, it’s almost like that. I love it!

Major Likes & Dislikes…

I love that I have two natural, but different, colors in one tube that I can use for any occasion. I’ve worn this duo for a day around the house, out shopping, to dinner, and even to a formal occasion. It’s perfect for any occasion, and feels amazing on your lips.

Bite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo | Shade Lynche | FromMyVanity.comBite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo | Shade Musk | FromMyVanity.comThe bullet is rather small, which can be considered a con. But at only $12, I feel that the quality of the lipstick makes it well worth it.

Final Thoughts…

I love my Bite Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo. It really does feel like your applying a luxury cream to your lips. And after you wipe it off, your lips feel moisturized.

Bite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipstick Duo | Bullet | FromMyVanity.comIf you’ve never tried any of Bite Beauty’s lip products, this duo is a great one to start with. I feel like you can’t go wrong with the neutral duo. One side is a natural pink for any occasion and the other one is a darker pink/brown for nicer occasions. Definitely found a winner, here, and will no doubt repurchase when the time comes. Love it!

Question for My Readers: What is the most important thing you look for in a lipstick? Color? Feel? Staying Power?

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This limited edition Bite Beauty Luminous Cream duo lipsticks was such a steal of a deal -- and a great way to try out the brand at an affordable price!

I purchased the products mentioned above with my own personal money. I was not compensated in any way for posting this review. I only recommend products that I have used personally and believe will be beneficial for my readers.