Lime Crime Lipstick in Centrifuschia│Review & Swatches

Lime Crime Opaque Lipstick in Centrifuschia ($.18.00) is a bright fuchsia with a creamy texture that wears for soooo long! I only had tried No She Didn't and Mint to Be, shades that aren't as (everyday) wearable, but Centrifuschia is bright and perfect for a pop of colour in my makeup! The formulation is excellent as per usual, as all of Lime Crime's lip products. I find that it wears well for 3-4 hours and the stain it leaves behind is lovely, less bright but still noticeable. The formula feels smooth and moisturizing on the lips which is nice :)

Do you like wearing bold lipstick? 

Macadamia Flawless Cleansing Conditioner│Review

M acadamia Flawless ($33.00 for 8 oz) is a 6 in 1 cleansing conditioner that claims to refine hair texture, cut down blow drying time and optimize styling process. It's great for all hair types and is surfactant and paraben free. My hair type is processed, damaged hair and I can say this product has worked wonders on my hair. Basically, you use this instead of your shampoo and conditioner and voilá! you're ready to go. Not only this product leaves my hair feeling soft but also super clean. 

The Flawless formula comes out as a lightweight mousse, but as I rub it on my hands it becomes more creamy. I apply 2 pumps directly to my scalp, gently massage it and let it sit for 5 minutes. I can feel the texture of my hair change, it becomes softer and detangled. At the same time, my hair feels clean. I always like to make sure I've rinsed out all of the product to avoid any build up as I try not to wash my hair everyday. 

I find it works way better than dry shampoo, as dry shampoo tends to add more to the hair instead of actually cleaning it. I liked that it really detangled my hair as I never brush it when it's wet. I follow with the Macadamia Deep Repair Mask and the No Tangle Spray for styling. I'm not sure about the cut blow drying time claim, but my hair usually takes a long time to air dry.

Have you tried cleansing conditioners?

Aesop Parsley Seed Cleansing Mask│Review

Skincare is something I'm really into, I like doing research on key ingredients that could possibly help improve the condition of my skin. I'm not saying I have terrible skin, I just like looking after it. I guess I could say I'm still jumping on the bandwagon as I don't really have a million face masks or lots of serums (ew serum texture). But I'll probably start a new obsession. As I did with hair care! Masks are something I'm always looking forward to, as I find they're directly related to relaxing and having a nice quiet time. The Aesop Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque ($39.00 for 2 fl.oz) is a clay-based deep cleansing mask, but surprisingly it isn't abrasive to any type of skin. I have normal - sensitive skin and I find this mask to work great. I leave it on for 20 minutes and after I wash it out my skin feels softened, refreshed and more importantly deep-cleansed. Whilst drying, there are some patches that dry faster than others, I don't really know why this happens but it seems to me that it takes more time to dry on dry or problem areas. Did that made sense? The key ingredients are parsley seed, evening primrose and rosehip seed. 

Here's a little ingredient breakdown:

Parsley: this herb contains volatile oils and flavonoids, the beneficial properties of parsley include: antibacterial, anti-inflamatory and antioxidant properties. Parsley is also a great source of vitamin C and beta-carotene (pro-vitamin A).

Evening Primrose: contains a high concentration of a fatty acid called GLA, a fatty acid that has healing properties. It also has gamma-linoleic acid, linoleic acid and other nutrients that are essential for cell structure and improving elasticity of the skin.

Rosehip Seed (Rosa Canina): these seeds are one of the richest source of vitamin C and contain essential fatty acids; omega 6, omega 3 as well as antioxidant lycopene and beta-carotene. The essential fatty acids provide moisture and antioxidants. The vitamins help combat wrinkles, sun damage and most importantly, uneven skin tone.

Full ingredient list: Water (Aqua), Kaolin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Bentonite, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) Seed Oil, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Linalool.

Have you tried this mask? 

Amika Nourishing Mask│Review

Technically, I'm washing my hair twice a week. My hair has improved sooo much since I went blonde. It's shiny, healthier and has regained elasticity and manageability. I got the Amika Obliphica Nourishing Mask  because I was already using the Color PHerfection Shampoo and love how it smells. Besides smelling great, this mask contains Sea Buckthorn Berry (Obliphica), a herb that is used for several things, and even has health benefits. The herb is used as a source of vitamins, antioxidants, protein building blocks (amino acids), fatty acids and minerals. The Obliphica Berry, Omega 3, 6 and 9 are combined with argan nut oil, making this mask a hydrating-replenishing cocktail! 

I leave the mask on my wet hair while I'm taking a shower (2-5 minutes recommended). My hair feels soft and supple after I've rinsed it out, I follow with the Amika Oil Treatment. The healing powers of this mask combined with the oil treatment are beyond amazing!

Use either as a weekly treatment or an everyday conditioner. In either case apply generously to the hair, wait 2-5 minutes and rinse thoroughly. Use alone, or enhance with a few drops of the amika Obliphica Oil Treatment.

All the products in the line are not tested on animals and are free from any animal derived ingredients.

Lime Crime Opaque Lipstick in Mint to Be│Review & Swatches

 
I'm pretty excited about this post :)  I've been lusting after Lime Crime lipsticks for a while. And now, the shades I wanted to try are finally in stock! A few of the lipsticks are "seasonal shades" and others are permanent. But most of the time, the lipsticks are sold out!  Mint to Be ($.15.99) is a pastel green shade with a truly opaque finish, I only needed one coat to get full coverage and after a few hours I could definitely see the stain it left behind. The lipsticks are lightly vanilla scented, is not super strong so it's very pleasant to wear. The formula is creamy and not drying at all. It lasts about 3-4 hours on my lips, I didn't need the help of a lip liner to get a bold, even colour but is very important to exfoliate and hydrate the lips before applying this lipstick. The packaging stands out because is customized and is not a regular black tube. Is decorated with holographic unicorns, which I find very original and lovely to look at. The size of the tube is a bit chunkier than most lipstick tubes (i.e. Mac lipsticks). I like that Lime Crime brand is vegan and cruelty-free, is something I support and wish all brands had that. I'm really happy with the performance of this lipstick and I'm looking forward to try more shades! :)

Have you tried Lime Crime lipsticks? What's your favourite shade?

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Clinique Even Better SPF 15 Foundation│Review

 
Clinique Even Better Foundation ($.27.00) is a medium to full coverage creamy foundation enriched with minerals that treat uneven skin tone. I used both Even Better Serum and Moisturizer in the last few months so I decided I'd try the foundation as well. Fortunately my skin tone and freckles have diminished. The foundation is quite thick and has good coverage, is recommended for dry combination-combination oily skin types. The formula is oil free and I find it comfortable to wear, though it seems quite thick it doesn't look like a mask, it hides blemishes and imperfections without clogging my pores. The bottle is quite convenient as it has a squeeze-like dispenser and you get as little or as much as you like without making a mess. It's SPF 15 to prevent sun damage and premature aging. I like using my Real Tecniques Expert Face Brush to apply this foundation, though I have to blend it really well because I was mismatched and this shade is too dark for my complexion (07 vanilla - for moderately fair skin tones with gold undertones). Still, I make it work with a little blending and translucent powder. If you have a lighter skin tone, I recommend double-checking the shade at the counter so you avoid getting a wrong shade. 

Have you tried this foundation? 

February 2013 Glossybox│USA

 
Glossybox ($.21.00) theme for february was International Style, inspired by fashion weeks all over the world. The box included brands I've never heard/seen before, excluding Bvlgari. I wasn't too impressed with the nail wraps, they seem very cheap and I won't be wearing them any time soon. As for the rest of the products I liked the scent of the soap, the shimmering powder and the lipgloss. Though I would have loved to see something Valentine's related, the box is nice. I noticed in every box there's always a stand up brand and a few indie ones, I wish all boxes were like the August 2012 box, so many goodies & well-known brands! February's GlossyMag was the biggest issue they've had, it included places to go in different countries, quite interesting.
 
In my box: Bvlgari Eau Parfumee Au The Blanc Soap 50g/ 1.76 oz - Full Size 5.3 oz $30.00 Evologie eSystem Duo Pack Instensive Blemish Serum & Stay Clear Cream  5ml/0.17 fl oz - Full size 5ml $15.00 Da Vinci Cosmetics Shimmer Powder 1.75g - Full size 0.6 oz $.15.00 LiSi Color Glaze Lipgloss in 06 6th Sense 8.8 g/0.31 oz - Full Size $.7.00 Nail Rock Nail Wraps in Union Jack Gold and Blak - Full Size $.8.00
 

Da Vinci Cosmetics Shimmer Powder and LiSi Color Glaze Lipgloss in 6th Sense.

What are your thoughts on February's Glossybox?

Tarte Glamazon 12-hour Lipstick in Fierce│Review & Swatches

Will you be wearing red lipstick for Valentine's Day? I will. Specifically the Tarte Glamazon Pure Performance 12-hour lipstick ($.26.00) in Fierce. A bright red perfect for a date night or any other day. You see, wearing red lipstick is not really my thing. I hate having to re- apply and fading can be a pain in the you know where. Tarte however, never disappoints with the long-wearing and no-fading in their products. The lipstick is super creamy and goes opaque in one swipe. The packaging is also amazing. It seems like it's recycled but I don't know for sure, and every shade has a different colour on the tube! (black tubes = boring) 

I got this lipstick through Glossybox, on the special edition January Glossybox + the Man Repeller box <3

Have you tried Glamazon lipsticks? What's your favourite shade?

Revlon ColorStay Longwear Nail Enamel in Spanish Moss│Review & Swatches

 
Revlon Spanish Moss ($.7.99) is a long-wearing nail enamel that lasts up to 10 days chip-free. The shade is an army camouflage green, a colour that has been trending for a while. It's a very unique neutral shade I instantly fell in love with. The formula is very thick and creamy and it has an opaque finish with just one coat, though I usually go for two. The polish has a subtle silver sheen but it's not very noticeable once it's dry. Overall, I'm quite impressed with the formula AND the shade, I had nothing like it! 

Have you tried Spanish Moss? What are your thoughts on Revlon's polishes?

Lush Angels on Bare Skin Facial Cleanser│Review & Photos

Angels on Bare Skin ($.13.95) is a kaolin clay-base facial cleanser that contains ground almonds which gently exfoliate dead skin but it's not too harsh so it can be used everyday. It also contains rose and lavender oils to help balance out combination skin. Application is not as messy as I thought it would be, when mixed with water, it transforms into a paste. It smells heavenly and I've noticed my skin is softer. I've added this cleanser to my routine and use it in the am and pm after removing my makeup. In comparison to other cleansers (either liquid or solid soaps) it doesn't dry my skin and even though I apply moisturizer afterwards I feel like I wouldn't need to. Is that good! 


Have you tried Angels on Bare Skin? What is your favourite face cleanser at the moment?

Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette│Review & Swatches

Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette ($.27.00) is the first matte eyeshadow palette the brand has released. It features six neutral shadows including 4 never before seen shades! The palette itself is tiny, quite convenient for travelling. However, all six shades are full-sized shadows (0.05 oz). Though Venus has a satin finish (matte palette anyone?), the rest of the shadows are completely matte. Foxy, W.O.S and Naked 2 are neutral shadows that work great to create a smoky eye.The main idea of this palette is to have the basic colours to then build up a more intense eye makeup. All shadows have great performance, colour payoff and a luxe finish. The packaging has a slight suede-like feel, not as rubbery as Nars packaging. I personally don't feel like it'll get as dirty since it's not black.

Venus is a soft white with a demi matte finish, it does seem like a satin finish. The texture is soft and it adds light under the eyebrow and in the inner corner of the eye. Foxy is a cream bisque matte, also included in the Naked 2 palette. I think it would have been wonderful that a new shade replaced this one. W.O.S is a light nude with a matte finish. It's also included in the BYOP ($.18.00) Naked 2 is a taupe with a matte finish. It reminded me a bit of Mac Bisque. I like this shade a lot, it gives a slight hint of colour on the lid and looks very nice and natural. Faint is a dusty brown matte with warm undertones, it has a great pigmentation and a lovely finish. Crave is the deepest brown/black matte, i find it very similar to Blackout which is included in the Naked 2 palette.

Naked Basics Palette compared to iPhone 4S

Overall, this is a great palette and if you're into neutrals this is perfect for you! however if you want to try a more colourful palette then this is definetly not for you. I find it perfect for everyday use to wear to work, school, wherever really :) Since it has light-to-medium-to-dark colours you can still build up and create a smoky, sultry look. Or a naked look too! 

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Mac Glamour Daze Outrageously Fun Cremesheen Lipstick│Review & Swatches

Mac Glamour Daze Lipstick in Outrageously Fun ($.16.50) is described as a midtone magenta violet, I find it has blue undertones and it's a very unique shade. It has a cremesheen finish and an opaque colour coverage. It lasted 3 hours on my lips and when it started to fade it left a lot of pigmentation on. From the collection, this colour is the most worthy to try as it's quite different from what's been released before. 




Have you tried Outrageously Fun?

Urban Decay Deluxe Eyeshadow in Underground│Review, Swatches

Even though the Deluxe eyeshadows are being discontinued, you still get great quality and quantity (twice as big as the regular shadows) for wait your paying for. The Urban Decay Deluxe Eyeshadows are on sale for $.8.00 (insted of the original price $.18.00) on urbandecay.com I don't really know when were these released exactly. Honestly I'm in love with this shade and I want to get more Deluxe Eyeshadows before they're gone.
Underground is described as a medium fawn and it has a metallic sheen. The texture is very soft and the colour payoff is amazing. The packaging is very unique, and every shade has a different packaging. I picked Underground as I find it a very easy-to-wear shade and it's perfect for everyday! 

Will you be picking up any of the Urban Decay Deluxe Eyeshadows?