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Tuesday, August 19, 2014

L'Oréal Paris Visible Lift Blur Foundation Review #VLBlurfection

I've never been a big foundation wearer because it always seemed so… fake. Now that I'm getting older, I am a bit more understanding about the desire to, uh, blur the lines. L'Oréal Paris Visible Lift Blur Foundation does just that, creating a luminous, dewy finish that is less pancake and more sheer radiance. 



That might sound silly but it's true. The coverage is more opaque than I ordinarily choose but is also very lightweight. I am totally aware that these are contradictory statements but somehow it works. Proof:


Not bad, right? L'Oréal Paris Visible Lift Blur is super quick and easy to apply, even if you've overslept and haven't showered. Ahem. I'm totally dying to try L'Oréal's Visible Lift Blur concealer, too.

For more information: 
L'Oréal Paris on Twitter: @LOrealParisUSA 
L'Oréal Paris on Instagram: instagram.com/lorealparisusa
L'Oréal Paris on Facebook: www.facebook.com/LOrealParisUSA
Website: http://www.lorealparisusa.com/en/products/makeup/face/foundation/visible-lift-blur-foundation.aspx

In accordance to the FTC Guidelines and the WOMMA Code of Ethics, I am disclosing that this is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/L’Oréal and I received a sample to facilitate this review. All opinions are, as usual, strictly my own. 

Monday, April 22, 2013

Iman Skin Tone Evener BB Crème

I've never really fit into the traditional color scheme for beauty. I'm not fair but I'm also not very dark. I'm sort of olive skinned, sort of Asian, often mistaken for Hispanic. Just not "white." Of course, I'm too pale for most cosmetics meant for African American women. It's a little annoying.

That's why I was happy to receive a sample of IMAN Skin Tone Evener BB Crème. Unlike other brands, IMAN Cosmetics offers a wide range of shades that work for almost every skin tone. Not just light/medium/dark. In the IMAN range, my skin tone is Sand 2-3. 


IMAN BB Crème is a little denser than other BB creams I have tried but I think that makes it go on more smoothly and cover up flaws better. It has a very blendable consistency and leaves a soft, dewy finish to the skin. My skin actually feels softer after having used it and I have had no breakouts. Yay! I also received a powder blush and lipstick in saffron- shades I never would have picked out for myself but I was pleasantly surprised!



IMAN is having several in-store events where you can learn more about the BB Crème, up close and personal. Check here to see if there is one happening near you:


If you'd like to try IMAN BB Crème for yourself, I have an IMAN Cosmetics sample set featuring IMAN BB Crème samples in shades Clay Med and Earth Med, Luxury Lip Shimmer in Crystal, and Luxury Lip Pencil in Tan. Enter to win it using the form below:

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In accordance to the FTC Guidelines and the WOMMA Code of Ethics, I am disclosing that we received product samples to facilitate this reviewNo compensation was provided. All opinions are, as usual, entirely my own.




Monday, February 11, 2013

Get the Look: Allison Williams at the Grammys

I am a huge fan of the HBO series Girls, as one might expect. Even though Shoshanna shares my last name, it's Marnie who really cracks me up. My best friend from high school is similarly beautiful and worked for a prestigious NY gallery. Allison Williams does a great job playing the straight guy among more outlandish characters. She looked gorgeous at the Grammys last night and my friends at Tarte shared how her makeup was done. (Awesome genetic structure would probably help, too!)



Inspiration: “The makeup was inspired by the colors and details of her beautiful beaded dress and jewelry. I wanted to give Allison a dark rimmed eye with a touch of shimmery charcoal grey.” –celebrity makeup artist Mai Quynh for tarte.

Complexion:
  • Mai prepped Allison’s skin with Simple Skin Care Soothing Facial Toner followed by Simple Skin Care Hydrating Light Moisturizer all over her face
Face:

Eyes:
Cheeks:
Lips:

In accordance to the FTC Guidelines and the WOMMA Code of Ethics, I am disclosing that I have received complimentary makeup samples from tarte in the pastNo compensation was provided. All opinions are, as usual, entirely my own.




Friday, February 01, 2013

M·A·C Archie’s Girls Collection

I love M·A·C. Ever since I bought my first tube of Russian Red, I've been hooked. I love their surly makeup divas, their impossibly glamorous products and their kooky collaborations. Their new collection, M·A·C Archie’s Girls, is the cutest thing I've seen in ages. I've been a huge fan of Archie comics since I was little and - as if you couldn't guess - I was always firmly Team Veronica. So much so that I even named my first child Veronica Roo. True story.


Anyway, the whole collection is super adorable. The online-only white patent cosmetic bags and heart accessories remind me of vintage Ponytail gear and the actual makeup packaging is stellar. Love the cotton candy pinks and corals of Betty:


Of course, I'd be much more likely to wear the drop-dead reds and wines of Veronica:


Spend $75 or more on any online order and receive an exclusive M·A·C Archie’s Girls pin, while supplies last, no offer code necessary.


These would make an excellent Valentine's Day gift. For me!



Sunday, December 23, 2012

COVERGIRL blastflipstick


CoverGirl blastflipstick is a dual-sided lip color with a creamy opaque shade on on end and a sheer shimmer on the other. Wear either color separately or blend them for more options. With 13 blastflipsticks available, the combinations are endless! 


My lips tend to be dry in winter, so I'm happy to report that blastflipstick is not drying, although the color is long-wearing. Impressive! I received colors that would not have been my first picks but I was surprised to discover that I really enjoyed trying them out.

Minx blastflipstick is a chocolate brown and shimmery taupe duo. I usually steer clear of brown lipsticks because my mom went through an earth tone phase in the '70s that I hated but I can see how it would be fun for a dramatic lip.


I really love the retro coral color cream in the Stunner blastflipstick. Bob was freaked out by how orange it is but the gold shimmer makes it more contemporary and less "old lady in Florida." 


Vixen obviously has the best name but I was reticent to try it because the fuschia and pearly pink combo is rather Barbie-esque. Thankfully, it goes on much more subtly than one would imagine. I've actually been keeping it in my purse lately because it's so versatile. 


I think blastflipsticks are my favorite new lip product in quite a while. Their texture is great and it doesn't flake off or leave your lips dry. I might very well have to collect the whole set to play with. 


Follow CoverGirl on Twitter or CoverGirl on Facebook for more information and to try the blastflipstick app that lets you see all the shades in action.

In accordance to the FTC Guidelines and the WOMMA Code of Ethics, I am disclosing that I received the samples mentioned to facilitate this review, which is part of a campaign for BzzAgent. No compensation was provided for this post. All opinions are, as usual, entirely my own.




Thursday, March 03, 2011

Tarte Welcomes Spring

The weather is finally starting to thaw and teeny tiny green buds are forming on all the plants but my parched skin still has the dullness of winter. Perennial favorite tarte cosmetics has a bevy of new products to help foster the fresh, healthy look of springtime.


The Amazonian clay 12-hour blush is available exclusively at Sephora and comes in 8 shades to give everyone a natural glow. Even though powder blushes can sometimes be drying, the Amazonian clay works on all skin types, intuitively providing nourishing moisture to dry skin while minimizing oil on oily skin. I am obsessed with the sweet pink dollface shade and love the color-coordinated compact.


The provocateur Amazonian clay shimmering powders have the same refining qualities as the blush but can be layered for looks from subtle to shimmer princess. It's available in two shades, champagne and rose. The champagne is lovely but possibly better suited to fairer-skinned ladies. I thought it was a bit pale on my olive skin. Dust along the decolletage for some instant glamour!


My absolute favorite new product is the emphasEYES natural inner rim brightener. This innocuous nude eye pencil has become my secret wake-up weapon! I wear gas-permeable contact lenses and always have dry, bloodshot eyes. This pencil is amazing- just a little jot on the inner rim makes your eyes look bigger and brighter. Love, love, love this little guy.

tarte's spring 2011 collection is now available at the following retailers: tarte.com, sephora/sephora.com, ulta/ulta.com, beauty.com, QVC.com, Henri Bendel & boutiques nationwide.




In accordance to the FTC Guidelines and WOMMA Code of Ethics, I am disclosing that I received samples of the products mentioned to facilitate this review but all opinions are strictly my own.