BLOGcember Review: Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Natural Lipstick in N9

Hey Loves! BLOGcember Day 22! Today I am reviewing the Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Natural Lipstick in N9 which is part of Sephora's Birthday Gift for 2014. I already have a review up on the Mascara featured in this gift as well so don't forget to check that out as well. 

Where can I purchase and price?

Available at Sephora for $20

Formula?

This lipstick is supposed to be a thin formula with a shiny finish. Also, is supposed to moisturize lips for eight hours after application which I do not think stands true. 

Other Shades?

Sephora's website has 52 colors available.

Application?

I think this lipstick glides on very creamy and easily. This does not tug at the lips while applying. 

Scent?

I have heard a lot of beauty guru's rave about these lipsticks but I think the scent is similar to L'Oreal lipsticks that has a chemically scent that a lot of people dislike. 

Lasting Power?

I don't find that this lipstick lasts longer than any other lipstick I own. I actually think it wears off faster because the formula is more slippery than matte. 

Dupes?

I think there are a lot of better drugstore alternatives which are cheaper. If you are looking for more of a shiny finish I would suggest Revlon Lip Butters or if you want matte I would suggest Maybelline Creamy Matte lipsticks. 

Overall, I wasn't overly impressed about this lipstick. I had heard so much hype about these lipsticks on YouTube but I didn't think that the color lasted long or was overly moisturizing. I was honestly disappointed. I do think the color is universal for all skin tones. I wouldn't waste my money purchasing a full-size of this product.  

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BLOGcember Review: Make Up For Ever Smoky Extravagant Mascara

Hey Loves! BLOGcember Day 21! I am so behind :( I am so sorry for being a few days late. I am going to post 2 more BLOGcember posts after this one! Today I am going to be reviewing one of Sephora's Birthday Gifts for 2014- Make Up Forever Smoky Extravagant Mascara. I am reviewing the lipstick in the next post so check that out as well! 

Where can I purhcase and price?

The full-size is available at Sephora for $24 or travel size for $12.

Formula?

This is supposed to be a new wax based formula for 4D effect in one coat. I find the formula to be a little wet-- I normally prefer a little bit thicker of a formula. 

Brush?

As you can see the brush is a cone shape which I find hard to use on my dominant side eye because I have to flip the brush to use it correctly. I don't like how I can not get into the base of the lashes really with this shape of brush. I do however like how the brush is made of hair-like bristles and not plastic or rubber bristles. 

Volume or Length?

This formula and brush is supposed to give amazing volume and separate the lashes in one coat. I find that instead of volume I get separated lashes that are very thin and have more length than volume. 

Application?

I tried to apply this several ways. I did as instructed and just applied one coat and I felt like I was hardly wearing any mascara. I like to have thick looking lashes but not clumpy. I let the first layer dry a little and tried to add more coats but my lashes were so hard that I couldn't really add any extra to get volume. I also tried to pair with other mascaras and honestly I could not make this work. 

Dupes?

I wouldn't suggest this mascara (Make Up For Ever) for volume if you are looking for volume from the drugstore I would suggest L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black or high end Tarte's Better Than Sex Mascara. 

Overall, I would pass on this mascara if I had to purchase myself. I think getting samples is very nice so you can try them out and see if they are worth the investment. I am going to let this mascara dry for a few days and test it again to see if the formula thickens up a bit. 

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BLOGcember Review: Seche Vite Top Coat

Hey Loves! BLOGcember Day 20! We only have 11 more days to go! We can do this! I need to redo my nails so I figured I would talk about one of my favorite top coats. I used to think that top coats were junk and didn't actually help your nail polish last longer and man I was wrong! I had heard so much about this Seche Vite Top Coat before I finally decided to purchase.

Where can I purchase?

I usually get mine at Sally's Beauty Supply but I have recently seen at Wal-Mart.

 

How much is this top coat?

Retails for around $7.

 

How do you apply?

I like to apply 2-3 coats of regular polish and let that dry for a few minutes and then apply a thick layer of Seche Vite over top.

 

Lasting Power?

This honestly keeps the majority of my nail polish on chip free for at least a week. I mean I do get small chips on the edges from typing etc but my nails look great for a week!!

 

Negatives?

The only bad thing about this product is that I find the polish starts to get thick when I am only half through the bottle so I end up wasting a lot of product.

 

Dupes?

I have tried a top coat from Essie I think it is called Out the Door which is supposed to dry your polish super fast but I didn't think that it helped my nail polish stay on any longer than not wearing a top coat.
 

I would suggest grabbing this product if you are looking for a great top coat to make your nail polish last longer!

 

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BLOGcember Review: Million Dollar Tan Body Buffer

Hey Loves! BLOGcember Day 18! As I was in the shower this morning thinking about what I wanted to review it hit me! Million Dollar Tan Body Buffer which is a product I don't actually love. I purchased mine in a kit with the Million Dollar Self-Tanner in the Lotion and Spray. I actually had high hopes for this product after hearing a million good things on YouTube from many beauty gurus.

Where can I purchase?

This is available on the Million Dollar Tan website and occasionally on Hautelook. 

How much is this product?

The full-size is 8 fl ounces and costs $20. 

How do you use this?

This product is meant to be a gentle exfoliating body scrub that you use in the shower all over your body before applying self-tanner to help get rid of dead skin and left over self-tanner. 

Scent?

This body buffer smells like straight up peppermint candy canes! I actually quite like the scent because it smells fresh and doesn't linger on the skin for long.

Exfoliating Power?

This is where I hate this product-- I totally understand that is is meant to be a gentle exfoliating body buffer but literally the exfoliating beads are horrible. Mostly you are getting a peppermint body wash with a few beads. You would be better off with a wash cloth than this crappy stuff. 

Dupes?

There are so many better body exfoliating products out there-- Caress Body Washes have exfoliating beads and I like to use the St.Ives Apricot Scrub all over my body. I would just not recommend this product if you are purchasing it.

I am going to finish this product up but I really am disappointed in the quality of it. Do you have any body buffers that you enjoy to use?

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BLOGcember Review: Urban Decay De-Slick Makeup Setting Spray

Hey Loves! BLOGcember Day 17! Today I am reviewing Urban Decay De-Slick Makeup Setting Spray! Shout out to Markie for requesting this-- we are both avid lovers of this spray! Find her on Instagram @MarkieJo26.

Where can you purchase?

I usually get mine at Ulta only because I have one near me but otherwise online at Urban Decays Website and most Sephora's.

 

How much is this product?

The full-size is $30 and travel sizes are around $10. The full-size usually lasts me a few months I would say 3-4 months. I have seen gift sets that include a full-size and travel for around $34 so I usually pick them up when I see them at the store.

 

How do you apply?

I like to spray 3-4 sprays onto my face after I have applied my foundation, powder, blush, ad bronzer to set my makeup for the day. Some people also like to spritz on before applying foundation for extra de-slicking. I will sometimes spray on half-way through the day if I know I am going to be wearing my makeup for an extended period of time.

 

Scent?

I don't think this has a scent that is overly noticeable.

 

Purpose?

This specific setting spray is designed for us oily girls to help keep oil at bay throughout the day. Urban Decay also makes other settings sprays that are geared toward more normal/combo/dry skin and those are excellent as well. I think this spray not only keeps my oil under control but also makes my foundation last long without breakdown.

Negatives?
The only bad thing isn't about the product itself it is the packing that stinks. The bottle had this smooth white finish that attracts dirty and when working with makeup there are always excess powders around so the outside of the bottle doesn't stay white for very long!

 

Dupes?

I have heard that the new L'Oreal makeup setting sprays are almost identical and around half the price. I have been searing for that for awhile now and have been unsuccessful.

 

I use this daily but you don't have too if you aren't wearing makeup. I know on the days that I skip or forget to apply I notice my makeup melting and shine occurring. The mist is a little scary at first but honestly isn't that bad, you'll get used to it I promise!

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BLOGcember Review: Rimmel Scandal Eyes Waterproof Kohl

Hey Loves! BLOGcemember Day 16! I haven't done that many reviews for products that I don't really care for so today I am bringing you one! I purchased the Rimmel Scandal Eyes Waterproof Kohl in the black color awhile back because everyone was comparing them to Urban Decay's 24/7 Liners.

Where can I purchase this liner?

Available at most drugstores Target, Walmart, Shopko, etc

 

How much can I purchase the liner for?

Usually retails around $5-$7.

 

Pigmentation?

I love how pigmented this liner is. I have the black color and I think the color is truly black and not a grey color at all.

 

Lasting Power?

This is the part that I hate. The name says waterproof but this is far from waterproof. I always am getting smudges under my eye and on my brow bone from product transfer. I have set the liner with a powder and used eye shadow primer but nothing seems to help.

 

Dupes?

I mostly use my Urban Decay 24/7 Liner in Zero (black) if I want to put black in my tight or water line but those pencils are expensive at $19 a piece. If you want to splurge I would suggest trying the Urban Decay Liners.

 

I am just overal not impressed with the liner and I cannot handle the smudging under my eye area. This might make for a great eyeshadow base but I would be leary to do that because even after being set with a powder it still transfers. Might work if you don't have oily skin and watery eyes..maybe?

 

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BLOGcember Review: Big Sexy Hair Spray & Play Harder Hair Spray

Hey Loves! BLOGcember Day 15!! We have made it halfway through the month! How exciting is that. I am loving the posts and interactions with you guys! Keep it up! Today I am reviewing one of my favorite hairsprays of all time. My best friend and hairstylist always used this hairspray on herself and swore it was the best. I didn't believe here until I finally tried it and now I don't want anything else.

Where can I purchase this hairspray?

This is a salon brand but is available at TJ Maxx, Walgreens, WalMart, and Ulta.

 

How much is the hair spray?

This usually retails from $16-$25 depending on where you purchase.

 

Scent?

I think this hairspray just has a fresh scent that isn't overpowering.

 

Holding Power?

I think this holds your hair perfectly in place but isn't overly crunch at all. I don't think it dries and flakes off either.

 

Negatives?

The only thing that I notice with this hairspray more than other is that the nozzle gets clogged up faster and I am constantly peeling off dried spray so I can get a good spray out. Not really a big deal if you remember to clean it off but if you don't you might end up wasting a lot of product.

 

Dupes?

I don't think there are any drugstore dupes for this product that has the same hold without the stiffness.

 

I usually pick up this hairspray at TJ Maxx when I see it there but be careful because the packaging looks like their dry shampoo as well. I have used several hairsprays over the hears and this is by far my favorite. If you are feeling lack lusture over your hairspray try this baby out!