newburry
Member Since: February 16, 2012Reviews
Urban Decay Electric Palette
I LOVE this palette! Really bright, funky and fresh colours that are highly pigmented and super fun to use to add a bit of flare to normal looks or create something new and exciting for going out. The only downside is that the pink & purple colours... +
I LOVE this palette! Really bright, funky and fresh colours that are highly pigmented and super fun to use to add a bit of flare to normal looks or create something new and exciting for going out.
The only downside is that the pink & purple colours can stain eyelids (there's a warning on the box about not using them in the immediate eye area due to FDA approval). I haven't had a big problem with this, but I'm still careful when applying. That said - the blues and greens are amazing so I haven't noticed if I'm missing out on anything!
Also a lot of fall out when applying, which is pretty typical of pressed pigments. Still not a downside!
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KVD Vegan Beauty Studded Kiss Lipstick
Packaging for this lipstick is cute and edgy, and I have received a ton of compliments when I wear it - particularly in the colours Motorhead and Lovecraft. In general there's a wide array of shades to choose from, and different textures (sparkly... +
Packaging for this lipstick is cute and edgy, and I have received a ton of compliments when I wear it - particularly in the colours Motorhead and Lovecraft. In general there's a wide array of shades to choose from, and different textures (sparkly, matte, etc.), so that's also a plus.
Staying power seems to be quite a bit better than a drugstore brand, and the drama of the dark pigments can be intense. I also don't find them particularly drying, which is a huge plus for me! I would buy additional colours to add to my collection, and have no problem referring them out to friends. Plus, if you wait until Christmas, there's usually a collection of deluxe minis in various colours released by KVD, so it's a good way to stock up on variety (runs about $45 for 12 minis).
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NYX Professional Makeup Soft Matte Lip Cream
I have quite a few of these for a few reasons: they are cheap, the colours are great, and they are super easy to apply/keep on hand. There are a few downfalls - the staying power isn't fantastic, and I can find them drying. However, that said... +
I have quite a few of these for a few reasons: they are cheap, the colours are great, and they are super easy to apply/keep on hand.
There are a few downfalls - the staying power isn't fantastic, and I can find them drying. However, that said, they're an easy way to add a pop of colour. I'd just be careful about the colours used. I find the lighter/neutral colours work a lot better and require significantly less maintenance than the bolds.
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MoroccanOil Treatment
The price tag on MoroccanOil products can be a bit cringe inducing, but the quality - totally worth it. I recently switched to a shampoo/conditioner combo because my hair wasn't recovering well from a dye job and the dry weather. I cried inside when... +
The price tag on MoroccanOil products can be a bit cringe inducing, but the quality - totally worth it. I recently switched to a shampoo/conditioner combo because my hair wasn't recovering well from a dye job and the dry weather. I cried inside when the cashier rang me through, but now I couldn't be happier with my decision to switch! My hair feels healthier and stronger, looks better and has more bounce/volume. A little bit goes a long way, so I'm hoping I can hold on to these bottles to make the price worth it (to me). -
Clinique High Impact Mascara
I really like this mascara - I think it has great coverage, and staying power. I don't know if it's totally worth the price tag as I have had success with cheaper masacaras as well, but if you decide to invest, you won't be disappointed!
I really like this mascara - I think it has great coverage, and staying power. I don't know if it's totally worth the price tag as I have had success with cheaper masacaras as well, but if you decide to invest, you won't be disappointed! -
GOSH Lip Lacquer
I received this product for free as a Product Review Club member. There are quite a few pros - great pigmentation upon application, easy to apply, even coverage, not drying Unfortunately, I wasn't a big fan because there was so. much. transfer... +
I received this product for free as a Product Review Club member.
There are quite a few pros - great pigmentation upon application, easy to apply, even coverage, not drying
Unfortunately, I wasn't a big fan because there was so. much. transfer. Within half an hour, the great pigmentation had faded to look like a lip stain, which was still pretty, but lacked the original effect. I also just generally didn't like the finish - glossy at first, and then a very matte stain. I felt like it ruined the overall look I was going for, in a short amount of time.
I wouldn't purchase this product again (sorry GOSH!), but I can see myself using the rest of the one I have as a lip stain in the future.
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GOSH Giant Blush
I received this product for free as a member of the Product Review Club. I love this blush! I have used other cream blushes and I always have one of two (or both!) problems: the blush does not have enough pigmentation, or it does not blend very... +
I received this product for free as a member of the Product Review Club.
I love this blush! I have used other cream blushes and I always have one of two (or both!) problems: the blush does not have enough pigmentation, or it does not blend very well. This effectively solves both of those issues. It is very smooth and creamy, so it goes on easily, and it's quite pigmented. Fortunately, the pigmentation does not dissolve when blended (which is quite easy to do with fingers or a sponge), but is rather diffused and adds a really nice colour to the cheeks. I'm quite pleased with the product, and would definitely recommend it as an option to potentially messy powder blushes.
I did find that it did not travel very well - because it is so creamy and soft, I found that the stick gets itself stuck to the lid and comes detached from the base. It's an easy fix, but just a heads up to anyone who decides to purchase it.
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GOSH Double Precision Mascara
I received this product for free as a Product Review Club member. The name of the product is accurate - there is mascara for the upper lashes and the lower, and the effects of using it were that my eyelashes were separated and precise. I really... +
I received this product for free as a Product Review Club member.
The name of the product is accurate - there is mascara for the upper lashes and the lower, and the effects of using it were that my eyelashes were separated and precise. I really liked the way they looked after, and found the wands easier to use than other double-sided mascara products that offer a similar feature. It also didn't smudge or smear during the day, which is a plus.
I prefer a thicker mascara look, so I probably wouldn't buy this again, but for delicate, non-clumpy and clean lashes, it is a good product. I think it will work well for every day use, or as a base for a darker mascara.
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GOSH Mineral Powder
I received this product for free as part of the Product Review Club... And I love it! I often use powder as a base for my foundation, as well as to set, so I have tried quite a few over the years. This powder blends very, very nicely so I was... +
I received this product for free as part of the Product Review Club...
And I love it! I often use powder as a base for my foundation, as well as to set, so I have tried quite a few over the years. This powder blends very, very nicely so I was immediately impressed. As a base, it actually kept my foundation on all day and I did not have any problems with grease or creasing so that was also a plus. I was really impressed, as I generally have issues with loose powder either not blending nicely or wearing off through out the day - and this isn't a problem I've had so far using this product.
I'm fairly confident that this mineral powder will become a fixture in my makeup bag, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to a friend.
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BITE Beauty High Pigment Matte Pencil
I received this as a gift, in a bright orange red colour. It's gorgeous on - pigmentation is great, it's easy to apply, I find it moisturizing and it smells great. On the negative side, I find that it doesn't have long-lasting wear so I'm always... +
I received this as a gift, in a bright orange red colour. It's gorgeous on - pigmentation is great, it's easy to apply, I find it moisturizing and it smells great. On the negative side, I find that it doesn't have long-lasting wear so I'm always re-applying. Not terrible (I've worn worse!), but it can be a bad brand to use if you're going out to wine, dine and schmooze the night away. -
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