One of my earliest memories was playing with my cousin’s makeup. I would hide in the bathroom and paint my face and put on layers of mascara and inevitably get in a lot of trouble. As a small child, I can remember being in tow when all of the females would make the visit to the Merrill Norman salon. I would watch in envy while their faces where painted in some hot pink mask. I have no idea what that pink stuff did, but I wanted my face covered in it.

As I progressed to a teenager, with a heavy hand on the eye shadow, my cousin took me to the department store for my first makeover. I have been hooked ever since! I literally cannot pass a makeup counter without trying or buying something. My two biggest obsessions are the longest lasting lipstick and the mascara which will give me long thick lashes. Skin care and anti-frizz hair products follow closely after.

I am a sucker for fancy packaging and the newest, best and so-called promised product that will turn me into one of the glamorous beauties in the latest fashion magazine. Unfortunately for me, most products don’t live up to the hype promised by the advertisement.

Therefore, I’ve decided, along with the help of some of my not so obsessive friends and family to post products that we tried so you can decide if you want to spend your money!

Monday, September 19, 2016

Milani Amore Matte Lip Creme


The website claims:   Highly saturated liquid-to-matte formula, Soft, velvety finish with bold, opaque color.  This revolutionary, highly saturated liquid-to-matte formula dries to a soft, velvety finish for fuller-looking lips. Its double-sided, flexible plush applicator hugs the contours of lips, working to lock in bold, opaque color. Non-sticky, smooth and ready for all-night wear (up to 16 hours!)

I like all of Milani’s lipsticks and Milani Amore Matte Lip Crème is no exception.  I have found that for under $9 and a tube of lip balm, I get the same effect of my favorite Chanel lipstick.  The matte finish dries out the lips, which I don’t care for, but by adding a clear lip balm on top, it lasts longer than regular lipstick.  And it can be found at the local drugstore or chain superstore.

It comes in a variety of shades:

  
                             Milani Amore Matte Lip Crème is a keeper!
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Bioré Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub


The website claims:   Got combination skin? This new easy-to-use, powder-to-foam formula with natural baking soda is effective at removing dirt and oil, but gentle on skin. Dial up or dial down this scrub's intensity by adding water: pH Balanced Formula, Oil-Free, Dermatologist Tested and Powder Scrub Activates with Water.

I’ve been using this product for over a month and can vouch for it being a great product.  My skin hasn’t looked this good in a while.  Pores are small and blackheads at a minimum.  I recommend Bioré Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub. 


You can find Biore products at local drugstores or chain stores for under $10 for a 2-3 month supply.

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Friday, September 16, 2016

Revlon PhotoReady™ Eye Primer + Brightener - .08 oz


I purchased Revlon PhotoReady Eye Primer at the local drugstore for $12 to use under my eye shadow.  I like the applicator, but both times I've used it, it flakes into little balls and doesn't seem to stick.  I tried applying with a brush and a sponge - same result. This is a product I think I'd pass on.
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