Thursday, March 14, 2013

K-Palette Eyebrow Pencil Liner in Camel Brown


*Le sigh*  This is my holy grail eye brow product. Why the sigh? I can't get it in may area. I've looked at all the Asian markets for this eye brow pencil, but no one carries it.  I am so disappointed. This is the perfect blonde-ish shade for my face. It's not too dark or too light. Not too red or too yellow. It's just perfect. It has a little twist-up "lead", so you never need to sharpen it. The consistency of the pencil is such that it's not too hard or too soft. It's not too creamy, so it stays in place all day, it and packs a punch with its pigment content. The price point is similar to that of a department store brand, but for the quality, the product is worth the price. I so wish that the markets here in my semi-rural Georgia community would carry it, but I may be the only person who would use it. Alas, I will order it from Amazon or have my lovely and oh so wonderful sister-in-law send me more from Los Angeles or San Diego.  Product retails for $15. Amazon.com

Monday, March 4, 2013

Maybelline Color Sensational Lipcolor in Fifth Avenue Fuchsia

Yes, more lipstick.  I told you, I've got a LOT of lipstick. And this is one of my favorites! Anyone who knows me knows that my favorite color is fuchsia. I have a full Pinterst board dedicated to the color. I think that anyone can wear it. It's the cheeky, naughty sister of red. She's just as gutsy, but she has more fun.  And I'm all about fun!  Color Sensational lipcolors have a gorgeous scent to them that I find simply yummy, second only to MAC lipstick's scent. I love this lipcolor in spring and all through summer - it's also festive around New Year's Eve with silver glitter eyes, but I get ahead of myself here. The feel of the lipstick is very creamy and so moisturizing. There's no tugging here, unlike with some lipsticks (that usually happens when the wax content is too high.) I get great coverage straight from the bullet, and if I want a little less impact, I just bounce it on my lips, lightly tapping the bullet against the skin. Because the wax content is just right, it also does double-duty as cream blush, and it does it well.  Bonus points - fuchsia also makes for a fresh, not-so-typical combo color with this year's color of the year emerald green!  Product retails for $5.54. maybelline.com