Last year, Make Up For Ever launched their Matte Velvet Skin Foundation. A product that checked off practically every one of my requirements for a foundation. Fast forward to the present day, where they’ve launched a powder form of the foundation, the Make Up For Ever Matte Velvet Skin Blurring Powder Foundation! Available in 30 shades, the MUFE Powder Foundation is said to provide full coverage with a life-like matte finish. Let me start off by saying that powder foundations are my least favourite type of product and here’s why. I have dry skin, blemishes and hyper-pigmentation. To me, powder foundations just sound like a major no-no for such skin types. As I’ve never been able to achieve the coverage I want, regardless of how many layers I go in with. It simply looks like a layer of powder sitting on my face. That being said, since I did have a…
As the season changes, so does my requirement for my makeup. In the Summer heat I lean towards long wearing, yet breathable coverage foundations. While in search of the perfect product, I received the Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation. Available in an astounding 50 shades! Before I dive into the product’s performance. Let me touch upon how amazing it is for a brand to have a whooping 50 shades of foundation with various undertones. For someone like myself who is of a medium complexion, I often find myself mixing shades together to create my own shade. As there are often gaps between the lighter shade and the next deep shade, in most ranges of foundations. Moving on to the packaging itself. The Fenty Pro Filt’r Foundations come encased in frosted glass tubes with pump applicators. I tried out the shades: 235 255 260 290 310 345 My perfect…
Today, I’m taking my Summer glow one step further with the Fenty Beauty Sun Stalk’r Bronzers! Gone are the days where there was only one generic shade of bronzer! Fenty Beauty Sun Stalk’r Bronzers are available in 8 shades, to compliment various skintones. Let’s talk about Fenty’s eye catching packaging. These reflective rose gold octagon compacts house a generous amount of product. I tried out the shades: I$land Ting Shady Biz Private Island Fenty’s Sun Stalk’r Bronzers are incredibly smooth to the touch and their mildly creamy formulas, allow it to blend seamlessly. It has a matte finish that stays put for about 8 hours, before it begins to fade. I am in awe of the natural glow the shade Shady Biz provides! For a more sculpted look, I go in with Shady Biz and I$land Ting. The bronzers are long-wearing and transfer-resistant. Which provides peace of mind knowing you…
The latest Moschino x Sephora Collection is an uber-ly cute one! I mean an entire collection inspired by office supplies?!? Rewind to a few years ago, when I got my hands on their first collab. When I thought, there’s no way anything could top their mini handbag eyeshadow palette! Now here I am squealing at the sight of these super unique pieces! I mean I never thought Sephora would be the place to buy erasers, pencils, laptops and more! They even come packaged as your office supplies would! First up and probably the most eye-catching in my opinion is the MOSCHINO + SEPHORA Laptop Palette. This mini sleek laptop houses 30 eye shadows in a similar Qwerty keyboard format. As well as an enormous full sized mirror! A bear head, iconic to Moschino is in place of the mouse. With the help of the internet, I later learned that it…
I’ve been playing with the Urban Decay x Game of Thrones Collection for over a month now and have finally sat down to pour out my thoughts. As a non-Game of Thrones watcher, I can’t offer any connections between the show and the products. So this review will be solely on the products themselves! Now, that the pressure is off lol, lets dive in! You don’t need to be a GOT fanatic to appreciate the insanely intricate details of the packaging. The eyeshadow palette steers away from the traditional palette design and is in the form of a slide out. A 3D pop up iron throne is housed on the cover of the palette. Game of Thrones Eyeshadow Palette contains 20 eyeshadows. Which are divided into four quads representing the different houses from the GOT series. These are highly rich in pigmentation and a dream to work with. As they…
As someone who adores roses and all things inspired by them, I am thrilled to be trying out the Wet N Wild Rebel Rose Collection! This collection is a limited edition launch for Spring 2019. Since there’s a generous selection of products, lets dive right in! From the get go, I’ve stated over and over again, how Wet N Wild’s products have never failed me. I’ve been using their range from my ‘tween’ years, now into adulthood! I absolutely love seeing how they’ve evolved, and how they manage to provide quality, inclusive products at such an affordable price. Now that you know my sentiments about the brand itself, let’s begin with one of the most eye catching pieces from the collection. The Rebel Rose Makeup Brushes are the most stunning brushes I’ve come across as of late. Available in a Blush Brush and Eyeshadow Brush, their brush heads have been…
I’ve finally gathered my thoughts on the Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion Foundation. So if you’re looking for a weightless, warm-weather friendly foundation, then keep reading! Laura Mercier’s Flawless Fusion Foundation is available in 30 shades. Described as a lightweight, oil-free foundation. It promises to provide a flawless, full coverage finish. The consistency of the Flawless Fusion Foundation is best described as ‘liquid silk’. That is in all honesty! I wasn’t expecting the opacity and pigmentation that it provided, given its runny, lightweight feel. The Flawless Fusion Foundation dries down to a semi-matte finish. One point I wish I knew when I was selecting my shade, was that this foundation oxidizes. So, my perfect match would have actually been 1-2 shades lighter than 4W1. It wears for well over 14 hours and is one of those products that continues to look better with each hour of wear. I did experience some creasing…
Early last year, I was introduced to the brand This Works, for their sleep improving products. Which I am so, so grateful for! As its become a range of products myself, my friends and family cannot go without. Fast forward to now, I recently got to test out the NEW This Works Morning Expert Range! The Morning Expert range was created to address morning skin concerns. Some of mine include puffiness and dullness. I took a moment to reflect on the types of products I prefer to use in the morning versus at night. I realized I had a preference for invigorating, freshly scented products that would help facilitate the ‘waking up’ process even after I’m out of bed. The Morning Expert range, contains a “Superblend of anti-skin-fatigue natural actives and brain sharpening essential oils – or a functional fragrance”. To help with both an inner and outer glow. Starting off…
Today, I bring to you my thoughts on the recently launched Maybelline Made For All Sensational Lipsticks. Tested on 50 different skin tones, keep reading to see if this was made for YOU. Available in 7 shades that are said to look stunning on all complexions. The shades are: 370 Spice for Me 373 Mauve for Me 376 Pink for Me 379 Fuchsia for Me 382 Red For Me (matte) 385 Ruby for Me 388 Plum for Me It has a buttery consistency and hence requires at least 2 swipes to reach full opacity. Even after the colour has worn off, lips are still left feeling incredibly hydrated. All of the shades except # 382 have a lustrous finish to them, whereas 382 is a matte finish. I personally am obsessed with the shades Mauve for Me and Spice for Me! The Sensational lipsticks wear for about 4-5 hours. If…
I ecstatically bring to you my thoughts on the Marc Jacobs Shameless Foundation. When I first saw this foundation in the ‘Recommended for You’ section of Sephora’s website, I was immediately intrigued. Maybe because of its non-traditional foundation shape. The range consists of 29 shades, that does a good job of covering fair to deep complexions. Although the tan to deep section could definitely use some more additions! I tried out the shades Y340 & Y360. Both have yellow undertones. Marc Beauty’s Shameless Foundation is said to be a hydrating, medium coverage foundation. It contains SPF 25. The official description states that it has an oil free formula and the product is self setting. With promises of 24 hour wear. I was stoked to put it to the test for at least 14 hours that is. Beginning with the packaging, it’s shaped almost like a pebble. Such a design is…
Today I’m sharing my thoughts on one of Fenty’s newest releases. The Fenty Pro Filt’R Concealer. To accompany the amazing Pro Filt’R Soft Matte Longwear Foundation. Which is still highly raved about, after being released in 2017. The Fenty Pro Filt’R Concealer is available in an astounding 50 shades! Now, that’s what you call a truly inclusive shade range! I tried out the shades: 220, 235 & 250. Let’s talk packaging. The Concealers are encased in aesthetically pleasing tubes, made from a non-slip material. Grip is important to those like myself, who have accidentally dropped at least a dozen glass tubes of concealer in their lifetime. So 10/10 from me for this one. The formula is creamy and provides a FULL coverage, matte finish. It’s a one step correct and conceal kind of product. As it’s able to both conceal discolouration and brighten tired/dull looking skin. The coverage is intense and hence…
It goes without saying that the original Urban Decay Naked Palette is iconic. It was a staple product in everyone’s makeup routine, from the time that it released to years after. I got my hands on it in 2012 (if I’m not mistaken) and learned to do brown/black smokey eyes with that very palette! Although the original has been discontinued, Urban Decay has graciously blessed us with the launch of their NEW Urban Decay Naked Reloaded Palette! Urban Decay launches the NAKED Reloaded Palette as the glow up version of the original. Lets start with the packaging of the palette itself. UD has opted to ditch its metallic casing this time around and chosen quite the unique casing (which I have never seen before). A padded fabric with the brands logo in gold is now in place. Considerably lighter and more travel friendly than any other Naked palette. Naked Reloaded consists…
Happy February! I wanted to share with you today my round up of Valentines Day gifts, which I personally love and know many share the same sentiment! If you’re looking for a gift for your partner or friend, keep reading to check out my Valentines Day Gift Guide for suggestions, as well as to spark ideas of your own! EmberMug – For coffee and tea lovers who want their drink to stay warm till the last sip. Ember has the solution! This ceramic mug is available in 3 finishes and retails for $100 CAD. Available online at ember.com, Amazon and in store at Starbucks. Endy Pillow – A great nights rest is crucial to tackling the long day ahead. Endy’s bamboo charcoal memory foam pillow is just one thing you can change in your sleep routine to ensure you’re getting exactly that. The Endy Pillow is available in store and online at Endy and retails for $80 CAD. Tom Ford Neroli Portofino…
Make Up For Ever recently launched their Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Self- Setting Concealers! It’s always an exciting moment whenever MUFE adds to their Ultra HD line up! I tried out a few shades over the last few weeks and have finally sat down to write my thoughts. Available in 22 shades, the new Ultra HD Self-Setting Concealer is best described as a medium to full, buildable coverage concealer, with a natural finish. Make Up For Ever’s official description states that it diffuses light and provides up to 12 hours of creaseless wear. The Ultra HD self-setting concealer has a part fluid and cream consistency. This provides you with a bit of extra time to perfect the application of your concealer. You’ve probably heard beauty addicts say that a product ‘blends like a dream’ countless times. However, there is no better way to describe the blend-ability of MUFE’s…
It’s always a good day, when I get to talk about my favourite haircare brand, Kerastase! I’ve been a die-hard fanatic of their Chronologiste range and have recruited countless family and friends to join my obsession. Today, I wanted to share my thoughts on the Kerastase Aura Botanica range. Which I’ve been using for over a month now, and have compiled what I love and don’t love so much about it. I also had the amazing opportunity to give away a complete Kerastase Aura Botanica range via my Instagram this past Holiday! If I were to quickly summarize what Kerastase products are to me, it’d be: products that repair, replenish, revive your hair and leave behind a heavenly scent. The Aura Botanica range is entirely different than the Kerastase ranges I’ve been using up until now. That’s because it’s their take on an almost entirely nature sourced range, combined with…
Today’s post is one that is highly luxurious. Putting a new spin on the original Givenchy L’Interdit Eau de Parfum. I was eager to test out this heavily raved about fragrance.
I am beyond stoked to share my thoughts on the YSL Gold Attraction Holiday 2018 Collection! YSL Gold Attraction Multi-Use Makeup Palette This uber cute limited edition palette houses a highlighter, four eyeshadows, two shades of Rouge Volupté Shine and two blushes. All in a matte black pocketbook, with the brands iconic logo in gold glitter. The shades consist of golds and grey toned blues. Which although they are a part of a Holiday collection, can still be worn year round given their soft hues. The choices of shades for the blushes and lip colours are all soft pinks. Which helps to create a very fresh and youthful makeup look. YSL Gold Attraction Multi-Use Makeup Palette retails for $100 CAD. YSL Rouge Pur Couture Gold Attraction The YSL Pur Couture Lipsticks are available in seven shades. Packaged in black casings with matching glittery gold YSL logos. 001 Le Rouge 009…
All that glitters is gold? In this case, yes! Marc Jacobs Beauty Holiday 2018 Collection is one glamorous collection. The pieces look like they have all been individually dipped in gold!
Excited to bring to you, my first Laura Mercier Holiday 2018 Collection! Laura Mercier’s Holiday 2018 collection consists of a wide variety of products, including palettes, luxurious creams, makeup brushes, lipsticks and more! Here are my thoughts on each of the pieces I got the chance to try out.
One of my favourite beauty launches happens to be the Sephora Collection Holiday 2018 launch. Why, you might ask? That’s because the collection packs one of the most widest range of gifts. From stocking stuffers, skincare sets, makeup brush sets and everything in between!
