I apologize for not writing sooner. I am going to need to take a leave of absence until Feb 3, 2013 for personal reasons. I hate having to do this as I have come love all my viewers but this is something I need to do. I hope you understand and wish me luck.
Thank you and I will see you Feb 3, 2013.
Erica
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Friday, January 10, 2014
MARVELOUS! - bareMinerals Hot to Trot Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss set
I know that the holidays are over, but I just had to write about the bareMineals Hot to Trot Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss set. So far, I really like this set. Usually when I put on lipgloss and try to have a conversation, the lipgloss is gone as soon as I am finished speaking. With the Hot to Trot Marvelous Moxie, I do not have this problem. I can have an actual conversation without worrying about reapplying my lipgloss after the conversation is over.
The glosses are pigmented, glossy, thick and sticky. Once the lipgloss is on your lips, you will feel a slight tingling sensation as your lips become plump with a wonderful minty smell and flavor. The set has six lipglosses ranging from a shimmery nude to a dark berry color.
The bareMinerals Hot to Trot Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss set is equipped with a slight slant which allows you to you saturate your lips with color in a single swipe.
The six piece collection leaves you with lush, pouty, fuller-looking lips, complete with a luminous shine. How can you resist lipgloss like this? Personally, I like this set and would recommend it to a friend.
The bareMinerals Hot to Trot Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss set retails for $25.00. It may be purchased at Nordstroms, Ulta, Dillard's and www.bareesscentuals.com.
The glosses are pigmented, glossy, thick and sticky. Once the lipgloss is on your lips, you will feel a slight tingling sensation as your lips become plump with a wonderful minty smell and flavor. The set has six lipglosses ranging from a shimmery nude to a dark berry color.
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| From Left to Right: Maverick; Crowd Surfer; Smooth Talker; Firecracker; Smarty Pants and Dreamer |
The six piece collection leaves you with lush, pouty, fuller-looking lips, complete with a luminous shine. How can you resist lipgloss like this? Personally, I like this set and would recommend it to a friend.
The bareMinerals Hot to Trot Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss set retails for $25.00. It may be purchased at Nordstroms, Ulta, Dillard's and www.bareesscentuals.com.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
REVENGE IS MINE! - DERMAdoctor Wrinkle Revenge 1
Want to start the process of getting rid of those breakouts? Wrinkle Revenge 1 is calling your name. The facial cleanser rescues you from the ravages of daily life that can prematurely deprive it of youthful, vibrant glow.
This is actually a great cleanser for people with oily skin. I will, however, tell you now that it will NOT stop your face from producing oil. However, it will help you with your break-outs. The secret to all of this is the glycolic acid used in the product. For years glycolic acid has made break throughs for those who have oily skin.
To clean your face with this product you must first always remember to start off with a dry face with no makeup. If you have makeup on, try using your favorite oil mix cleanser, pat your face dry, and then use the DERMAdoctor Wrinkle Revenge 1 facial cleanser. Always remember to use this product on a dry face because using it with water will neutralize the glycolic acid, and you will have a useless product. I should note that glycolic acid is not known for sudsing up, so do not expect suds like some other cleansers on the market. After washing, you can always use a serum or moisturizer. After using the DERMAdoctor several times, some users have seen their skin clear up and have a youthful glow.
TIP: If you are worried about your sensitive skin, I would go to a store which retails this product (i.e. Sephora) and request a sample of the DERMAdoctor Wrinkle Revenge 1. The sample is free and you do not lose any of your hard earned money.
DERMAdoctor Wrinkle Revenge 1 retails for $25.00. It may be purchased at Sephora, Macy's, Nordstrom and www.dermadoctor.com.
This is actually a great cleanser for people with oily skin. I will, however, tell you now that it will NOT stop your face from producing oil. However, it will help you with your break-outs. The secret to all of this is the glycolic acid used in the product. For years glycolic acid has made break throughs for those who have oily skin.
To clean your face with this product you must first always remember to start off with a dry face with no makeup. If you have makeup on, try using your favorite oil mix cleanser, pat your face dry, and then use the DERMAdoctor Wrinkle Revenge 1 facial cleanser. Always remember to use this product on a dry face because using it with water will neutralize the glycolic acid, and you will have a useless product. I should note that glycolic acid is not known for sudsing up, so do not expect suds like some other cleansers on the market. After washing, you can always use a serum or moisturizer. After using the DERMAdoctor several times, some users have seen their skin clear up and have a youthful glow.
TIP: If you are worried about your sensitive skin, I would go to a store which retails this product (i.e. Sephora) and request a sample of the DERMAdoctor Wrinkle Revenge 1. The sample is free and you do not lose any of your hard earned money.
DERMAdoctor Wrinkle Revenge 1 retails for $25.00. It may be purchased at Sephora, Macy's, Nordstrom and www.dermadoctor.com.
TOO FACED CANDY BAR POP-OUT MAKEUP PALETTE
As you have already noticed, this palette is not the same Candy Bar as seen in most stores. This Too Faced Candy Bar palette comes with an IPhone 5 Series case. Since I am an Android phone user, I do not get to use this, so it will be passed down to a good friend (I feel so left out). The palette comes with 11 eyeshadows, one bronzer and one blush.
From the outside, the palette looks like an unwrapped chocolate bar. On the inside, the entire palette has been infused with cocoa powder, giving the palette a sweet smell of hot chocolate. YUM! The palette is just small enough to fit in your purse. But just because it is small do not think it comes packed with as much finesse as the larger chocolate palette.
This palette creates a nice neutral day look to a smokey-eyed, sultry evening look. The colors are highly pigmented, but there was a little fall out with the eyeshadow. The matte colors and the shimmery colors blended well, and went on without creasing.
The palette includes Too Faced's famous bronzer Chocolate Soleil to help give you that sun-kissed glow in this harsh winter weather. Also, the palette has a pinkish-coral blush. The blush is nice, but since I cannot wear coral well, it really doesn't fit me.
The pans area is a little small, and I did have some problems with colors mixing together. But overall, this palette is good. I would gladly carry it in my purse for a touch-up or to create a look to go out in.
The palette retails for $25.00. It may be purchased at Ulta, Macy's and www.toofaced.com.
From the outside, the palette looks like an unwrapped chocolate bar. On the inside, the entire palette has been infused with cocoa powder, giving the palette a sweet smell of hot chocolate. YUM! The palette is just small enough to fit in your purse. But just because it is small do not think it comes packed with as much finesse as the larger chocolate palette.
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| 11 Eyeshadows |
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| Blush and Bronzer |
The palette includes Too Faced's famous bronzer Chocolate Soleil to help give you that sun-kissed glow in this harsh winter weather. Also, the palette has a pinkish-coral blush. The blush is nice, but since I cannot wear coral well, it really doesn't fit me.
The pans area is a little small, and I did have some problems with colors mixing together. But overall, this palette is good. I would gladly carry it in my purse for a touch-up or to create a look to go out in.
The palette retails for $25.00. It may be purchased at Ulta, Macy's and www.toofaced.com.
Monday, January 6, 2014
BRIGHT UP YOUR LIFE - Pop Beauty Eyeshadow Palette
Looking for a palette to help you achieve an everyday look to a smokey eye for night? Then this palette of bare must-have eyeshadows will make it easy to bring out and enhance the natural beauty of your eyes.
The Naturally Bare kit is anything but boring! It is shimmery but definitely not overkill. The shadow is highly pigmented and does a great job at half the price of the Naked palette. The colors blend well and worked nicely into my skin. Also, the shadows stayed in place without creasing or smudging. The colors are great and diverse. The consistency is fantastic and the shadows went on easily.
Let's talk about the packaging. It is slightly flimsy and the shadows come in your standard round pots. The bottom is rubber, which is a change for me. I did find that it trapped dirt and smudged easily. But that's the bottom where you hardly anyone looks.
I would recommend this to a friend. The colors are great and easier on the wallet than some others you may find. However, if you are not a fan of shimmer, then you may not want to buy this palette, but you may find something with the other two palettes. I am a huge fan of this palette.
The Bright Up Your Life Naturally Bare palette retails for $24.00. It may be purchased at Ulta, www.beautybridge.com and www.birchbox.com.
The Naturally Bare kit is anything but boring! It is shimmery but definitely not overkill. The shadow is highly pigmented and does a great job at half the price of the Naked palette. The colors blend well and worked nicely into my skin. Also, the shadows stayed in place without creasing or smudging. The colors are great and diverse. The consistency is fantastic and the shadows went on easily.
Let's talk about the packaging. It is slightly flimsy and the shadows come in your standard round pots. The bottom is rubber, which is a change for me. I did find that it trapped dirt and smudged easily. But that's the bottom where you hardly anyone looks.
I would recommend this to a friend. The colors are great and easier on the wallet than some others you may find. However, if you are not a fan of shimmer, then you may not want to buy this palette, but you may find something with the other two palettes. I am a huge fan of this palette.
The Bright Up Your Life Naturally Bare palette retails for $24.00. It may be purchased at Ulta, www.beautybridge.com and www.birchbox.com.
Friday, January 3, 2014
STICK vs. BRUSH. WHO WILL WIN? Covergirl+Olay Concealer Balm and Becca Radiant Skin Creamy Concealer
Two concealers. One in a brush format, the other in a stick format. So which one is better?
I will start with the CoverGirl+Olay Concealer Balm. I have to admit that I have become obsessed with finding the right concealer. So far, I have not found a good concealer. I really don't have dark circles to conceal, but I want something that will give me a finished, flawless look. I saw a good review of the CoverGirl+Olay Concealer Balm and decided to try it. What sets this apart is that it really goes on like a balm. It is very creamy and soft. Lately when I have used a concealer, it gets cakey. It does not matter what serum or how much moisturizer I use. But with this product I did not experience any caking. It went on smoothly, and it evens out and finishes my skin tone.
Now what about Becca Radiant Skin Creamy Concealer? Well, in one word it sucked. When I initially used the concealer, it took a long time for me to get the product on the brush after turning the bottom. Afterwards, when I applied the product, it came on so thick I could not blend it. It settled into every crack and fine line on my face. It was not a pretty sight.
In the end, CoverGirl+Olay Concealer Balm wins. You don't always have to spend a lot of money to get great results. So save some dollars and go and get your CoverGirl+Olay stick.
CoverGirl+Olay Concealer Balm retails for $10.49. It may be purchased at WalMart, Target and your local drugstore.
Becca Radiant Skin Creamy Concealer retails for $32.00. It may purchased at Sephora, www.dermstore.com and www.beccacosmetics.com.
I will start with the CoverGirl+Olay Concealer Balm. I have to admit that I have become obsessed with finding the right concealer. So far, I have not found a good concealer. I really don't have dark circles to conceal, but I want something that will give me a finished, flawless look. I saw a good review of the CoverGirl+Olay Concealer Balm and decided to try it. What sets this apart is that it really goes on like a balm. It is very creamy and soft. Lately when I have used a concealer, it gets cakey. It does not matter what serum or how much moisturizer I use. But with this product I did not experience any caking. It went on smoothly, and it evens out and finishes my skin tone.
Now what about Becca Radiant Skin Creamy Concealer? Well, in one word it sucked. When I initially used the concealer, it took a long time for me to get the product on the brush after turning the bottom. Afterwards, when I applied the product, it came on so thick I could not blend it. It settled into every crack and fine line on my face. It was not a pretty sight.
In the end, CoverGirl+Olay Concealer Balm wins. You don't always have to spend a lot of money to get great results. So save some dollars and go and get your CoverGirl+Olay stick.
CoverGirl+Olay Concealer Balm retails for $10.49. It may be purchased at WalMart, Target and your local drugstore.
Becca Radiant Skin Creamy Concealer retails for $32.00. It may purchased at Sephora, www.dermstore.com and www.beccacosmetics.com.
Thursday, January 2, 2014
HOURGLASS VEIL MINERAL PRIMER
First, I just want to wish everyone a Happy New Year! I wonder what this year will bring?
Almost everyone today uses some type of primer before using their foundation. But since there are so many primers on the market, which one is the best to use? Try Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer.
Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer has an SPF of 15 and is also a corrector. The primer is white, looks and feels like a lotion. But when you put it on your face....OH MY LORD! It is so soft and silky making your face feel luxurious. For those that have oily skin, your face will feel less oily and more fresh and dewy looking.
There are other pros for using this product. It will mask your pores and will help control shine in the T-zone area. The Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer is water resistant which makes your makeup last all day. It is fragrance free, and you only need a little bit when applying, so your bottle will last longer. Also, when you use the product and place your foundation on top, the foundation will feel smooth and silky.
The primer is in a sleek glass bottle and comes with a dispenser. It dries quickly and doesn't feel sticky when applied. The trick to using this product is to let it dry BEFORE you apply your foundation.
I found the Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer to be matte. It perfected my foundation, helping it last for hours. If you are oily the Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer will help your foundation go on smoothly. If you have dry skin, I suggest putting on your favorite moisturizer first and letting it dry. Then put the primer on and let that dry. Finally, put on the Hourglass primer.
The Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer gave me a flawless glow, and I am sure it will do the same for you.
Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer 1 oz. retails for $52.00. It may be purchased at Sephora, Barneys New York and www.hourglasscosmetics.com.
Almost everyone today uses some type of primer before using their foundation. But since there are so many primers on the market, which one is the best to use? Try Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer.
Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer has an SPF of 15 and is also a corrector. The primer is white, looks and feels like a lotion. But when you put it on your face....OH MY LORD! It is so soft and silky making your face feel luxurious. For those that have oily skin, your face will feel less oily and more fresh and dewy looking.
There are other pros for using this product. It will mask your pores and will help control shine in the T-zone area. The Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer is water resistant which makes your makeup last all day. It is fragrance free, and you only need a little bit when applying, so your bottle will last longer. Also, when you use the product and place your foundation on top, the foundation will feel smooth and silky.
The primer is in a sleek glass bottle and comes with a dispenser. It dries quickly and doesn't feel sticky when applied. The trick to using this product is to let it dry BEFORE you apply your foundation.
I found the Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer to be matte. It perfected my foundation, helping it last for hours. If you are oily the Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer will help your foundation go on smoothly. If you have dry skin, I suggest putting on your favorite moisturizer first and letting it dry. Then put the primer on and let that dry. Finally, put on the Hourglass primer.
The Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer gave me a flawless glow, and I am sure it will do the same for you.
Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer 1 oz. retails for $52.00. It may be purchased at Sephora, Barneys New York and www.hourglasscosmetics.com.
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