chick4585
Member Since: August 25, 2011Reviews
Ulta Beauty Sponge
this is just one of the many dupes for the beauty blender sponge. i must say, nothing can compare to the beauty blender, but this comes pretty darn close. it's difficult to tell when the sponge is fully dampened, but it applies both foundtions... +
this is just one of the many dupes for the beauty blender sponge. i must say, nothing can compare to the beauty blender, but this comes pretty darn close.
it's difficult to tell when the sponge is fully dampened, but it applies both foundtions and powders nicely. however, the coverage is sheer, BUT it is buildable to an extent. i wish the shape was a little different, and the sponge itself is stiff, so you must be gentle. another popular dupe for the beauty blender is the sonia kashuk sponge, http://www.target.com/p/Sonia-Kashuk-Blending-Sponge/-/A-10806931 , which has just a slightly different (less favorable) shape. the ulta sponge does the same job as the sk one for half the price. so if you're looking for a beauty blender dupe or just a better quality makeup sponge, i would definetely recommend ulta's.
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Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder
i haven't had much luck with many revlon face products, but i really love this stuff. it gives me such flawless coverage. goes on smoothly and isn't cakey, doesn't feel heavy. it doubles well as a powder foundation. i've hit pan... +
i haven't had much luck with many revlon face products, but i really love this stuff. it gives me such flawless coverage. goes on smoothly and isn't cakey, doesn't feel heavy. it doubles well as a powder foundation. i've hit pan already and will definetely be repurchasing.
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Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Correcting Pebbles
this makes for a great highlighter with a matte look, or adds a luminous glow to dull skin as a setting powder. a lot of physicians formulas products are intimating because of both price and glitter count, but i actually enjoy this one. will be... +
this makes for a great highlighter with a matte look, or adds a luminous glow to dull skin as a setting powder. a lot of physicians formulas products are intimating because of both price and glitter count, but i actually enjoy this one.
will be repurchasing.
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Physician's Formula Healthy Wear Powder Foundation
i'd first like to address that while this is a little on the pricey side for drugstore products, i was able to snag it for a mere $3 at my local drug/discount store. http://www.facevaluesonline.com/store-locations.html this is one of my favorite... +
i'd first like to address that while this is a little on the pricey side for drugstore products, i was able to snag it for a mere $3 at my local drug/discount store.
http://www.facevaluesonline.com/store-locations.html
this is one of my favorite powder foundations. i even prefer it over my pur minerals. the coverage is great and really buildable, light to full coverage. it also makes a nice setting powder. it's smooth and rich feeling, doesn't look cakey or feel heavy.
i'll definetely repurchase it.
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Clinique Blush Wear Cream Stick
of all the drugstore and high end cream blushes i've tried, this is one of my favorites. it's so creamy and smooth, but it won't smudge throughout the day or run off. it's pigmented enough to be set with a regular powder while... +
of all the drugstore and high end cream blushes i've tried, this is one of my favorites. it's so creamy and smooth, but it won't smudge throughout the day or run off. it's pigmented enough to be set with a regular powder while leaving glowing color behind. great for lightening up the skin. love it & will repurchase.
the color i have is 03 rosy blush, here's a swatch:
http://tinypic.com/r/124bszn/5
* it appears a little more pink in person.
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Revlon PhotoReady Powder
this isn't as glittery as the revlon photoready foundation, which i like about it. it is a nice quality setting powder, but nothing spectacular, and i don't like the way the camera picks it up. in terms of setting a dewy finish foundation... +
this isn't as glittery as the revlon photoready foundation, which i like about it. it is a nice quality setting powder, but nothing spectacular, and i don't like the way the camera picks it up. in terms of setting a dewy finish foundation without taking away the glow, this is alright for that, but there are better products out there.
probably won't repurchase though.
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NYX Powder Blush
the blushes are smooth and pigmented, they glide on like butter and are easily blended. love them, will be purchasing more. the specific shade i have is 06 peach, here's a swatch (without a base): http://tinypic.com/r/keadqw/5
the blushes are smooth and pigmented, they glide on like butter and are easily blended. love them, will be purchasing more.
the specific shade i have is 06 peach, here's a swatch (without a base):
http://tinypic.com/r/keadqw/5
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e.l.f. Cosmetics Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder
i was ready to take the splurge and buy the nars orgasm/laguna duo. but then i came across this, and figured i could save the difference in cost for other things. i'm really impressed with the quality of this product. the packaging is cute and... +
i was ready to take the splurge and buy the nars orgasm/laguna duo. but then i came across this, and figured i could save the difference in cost for other things. i'm really impressed with the quality of this product. the packaging is cute and durable and the products are smooth and pigmented. no complaints, hope they come out with more in different shades. -
Revlon ColorStay Makeup with Softflex
i've always heard everyone raving about this product so i decided to give it a go myself. maybe my expectations were just too high, but i hate it. i've tried everything i can think of: different primers, different tools and techniques... +
i've always heard everyone raving about this product so i decided to give it a go myself.
maybe my expectations were just too high, but i hate it. i've tried everything i can think of: different primers, different tools and techniques, different setting powders, etc. no matter what i do, this foundation is too think and unmanagable. it accentuates my dry areas and oily areas alike, makes my poors look huge and all of my flaws obvious. i'm not so happy with the photoready either (i've reviewed that too). it seems i just keep striking out with revlon foundations. very disappointed.
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Neutrogena SkinClearing Oil-Free Liquid Makeup
having loved neutrogena's healthy skin foundation so much, i thought this one would be another favorite. but it turns out i ended up being really disappointed. i found that it was too harsh on my skin. it really dried me out and broke me out... +
having loved neutrogena's healthy skin foundation so much, i thought this one would be another favorite. but it turns out i ended up being really disappointed. i found that it was too harsh on my skin. it really dried me out and broke me out even more. i tried mixing it with my moisturizer to make a tinted moisturizer instead and the coverage was still fab, but i kept breaking out. i think the salicylic acid or perhaps another ingredient or two were too much for me, it stung a bit and even when i hadn't applied any near my eyes they would burn and water.
just didn't suit me but might be good for someone less sensitive.
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