TorontoMakeupArtist
Member Since: July 1, 2015Reviews
boscia Sake Treatment Water
I love boscia's Sake line and this treatment water is no exception. I love how the product dispenses and applies eventhough it just feels like water but sometimes a little 'special water' is all you need. It definitely helps hydrate the skin, this... +
I love boscia's Sake line and this treatment water is no exception. I love how the product dispenses and applies eventhough it just feels like water but sometimes a little 'special water' is all you need. It definitely helps hydrate the skin, this would be a good addition to your existing hydrating regiment. However, I'm not crazy about the price tag. The only reason I have this in my skincare arsenal is because I won it at work. -
Make Up For Ever Water Blend Face & Body Foundation
I'm basing my review off of the product description. I have dry skin, and didn't really get a 'dewy' finish with this product. I got sheer coverage at best, a BB cream has better coverage than this. However, I could see this maybe being an option as... +
I'm basing my review off of the product description. I have dry skin, and didn't really get a 'dewy' finish with this product. I got sheer coverage at best, a BB cream has better coverage than this. However, I could see this maybe being an option as a body foundation, but unless you're covering tattoos (which would require a full coverage foundation) I don't see why you would need a body foundation. -
tarte tarteist pro to go amazonian clay palette
What a perfect palette of colours for a travel sized palette. I love this. It has a healthy balance of mattes vs. shimmer shadows. This palette is more ideal for a basic eye look, due in part to the lack of a light-coloured eyeshadow and a dark for... +
What a perfect palette of colours for a travel sized palette. I love this. It has a healthy balance of mattes vs. shimmer shadows. This palette is more ideal for a basic eye look, due in part to the lack of a light-coloured eyeshadow and a dark for emphasizing the crease or creating a smokey eye. -
First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Illuminating Moisturizer
I will start off by writing what I like about this product. I like the unique packaging/method of dispensing and that you can brush on the product and control the application. With that being said, the cleanliness of the brush concerns me. Let's... +
I will start off by writing what I like about this product. I like the unique packaging/method of dispensing and that you can brush on the product and control the application. With that being said, the cleanliness of the brush concerns me. Let's talk about the formulation of the product. It isn't hydrating at all but I do like the subtle glow you can achieve when you apply this product under your foundation, it's not 'J.Lo' glow but it's a close second. If you want a product that is similar but better, I would go with the Glam Glow Glowstarter, that stuff works like a dream and is actually hydrating. -
KVD Vegan Beauty Lock-It Tattoo Concealer
I wanted to love this because the coverage, texture, finish and formula are on-point but it creases like a mofo under the eyes. I love that it's high coverage and ultra hydrating but I've tried everything to make this work for under my eyes... +
I wanted to love this because the coverage, texture, finish and formula are on-point but it creases like a mofo under the eyes. I love that it's high coverage and ultra hydrating but I've tried everything to make this work for under my eyes including using a primer underneath, no primer, concealer brush, buffing brush, naked skin, on top of foundation and even setting it with a translucent powder but nothing stops it from creasing. I'm sad but I'll still use it for spot concealing and highlighting. -
Clarins Blue Orchid Face Treatment Oil
I will start off by saying I have seen two versions of this face oil, one that is clear and one that is yellow, I'm stumped. Carrying on, there isn't a single thing I don't like about this oil. This face oil leaves my skin youthful looking, hydrated... +
I will start off by saying I have seen two versions of this face oil, one that is clear and one that is yellow, I'm stumped. Carrying on, there isn't a single thing I don't like about this oil. This face oil leaves my skin youthful looking, hydrated and overall bright and healthy-looking. I love the subtle, botanical scent of it, it's not floral at all, more 'herby'. You only need 1-2 drops and I find works best massaged into damp skin, like right out of the shower. I have used this day/night with no negative effect on my makeup. This and the fresh Seaberry Face Oil are my top faves. Definite recommend, and will repurchase if I ever get through the bottle. -
GLAMGLOW SUPERMUD® Instant Clearing Treatment Mask
This is a clay mask with activated charcoal and AHA/BHAs. AHA/Glycolic acids are your first defense in combating blackheads, regulating sebum production and treating enlarged pores that aren't genetic. Once the clay dries, it creates a vacuum in the... +
This is a clay mask with activated charcoal and AHA/BHAs. AHA/Glycolic acids are your first defense in combating blackheads, regulating sebum production and treating enlarged pores that aren't genetic. Once the clay dries, it creates a vacuum in the pore and pulls out the sebum. The best time to use this is after you have opened up your pores and that sebum is nice and liquidy for extraction i.e. after you've steamed your face or after a nice hot shower. Let it dry, feel free to leave it on overnight, the clay becomes so hard, it won't flake of your face, once that sebum is trapped in the mask, it's not going back in. If you find this product isn't working, use it consistently. I wouldn't use this all over the face as with consistent use, it could be a bit drying, just use on areas of concern. -
Too Faced Shadow Insurance Primer
Simply doesn't work... not much else to say about this product. I have dry skin but really oily lids. The only eye primer I can get 24-hour wear out of is the MAC Paint Pot. The second runner up would be UD Primer potion.
Simply doesn't work... not much else to say about this product. I have dry skin but really oily lids. The only eye primer I can get 24-hour wear out of is the MAC Paint Pot. The second runner up would be UD Primer potion. -
Urban Decay All Nighter Foundation
I personally would never wear a full coverage foundation but I use this on my clients and it applies like a dream. I think with a bit of education, this foundation will work well for anyone. The negative reviews I have seen online, have to do with... +
I personally would never wear a full coverage foundation but I use this on my clients and it applies like a dream. I think with a bit of education, this foundation will work well for anyone. The negative reviews I have seen online, have to do with people not knowing how to use this product and it's not their fault, it's just not labelled accordingly. Let's talk packaging/formulation,,, for starters, it's housed in an air-tight container and it's an oil-free formula which means once it hits the air, it will oxidize thus, turning an entire shade darker. If you decide to purchase, you have to compensate for that. The product also alternates undertones, for example 2.5 will be cool-toned and 3.0 will be warm. The second source of negative reviews comes from the lack of instructions how to apply the product. Even the brush the website suggests to purchase this foundation with, is a buffing brush. This product performs best when it sits on top of the skin vs. being buffed into the skin. Neither a buffing brush nor damp sponge will apply the foundation how its meant to be. The best brush would be a flat, paddle-style foundation brush. Let's talk formula, this foundation sits beautiful on skin and makes it look flawless, it's got like 6 different kinds of dimethicone so you really don't need a primer with this foundation. It's also hella pigmented, so a pea-sized amount will cover your entire face... without exaggerating. This foundation retails for $49 CDN which is definitely on the lower end for foundation sold at Sephora and because the packaging is airtight, it will last you the 12 months. -
Smashbox Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation
Not a foundation wearer and I love this! It's incredible light weight, with great coverage. I would say this is medium coverage but buildable. I have dry skin so this hydrating formula is perfect for me. If you have dry skin, make sure your skin is... +
Not a foundation wearer and I love this! It's incredible light weight, with great coverage. I would say this is medium coverage but buildable. I have dry skin so this hydrating formula is perfect for me. If you have dry skin, make sure your skin is exfoliated/hydrated prior to applying because it will emphasize dry/flaky patches of skin. Overall, the undertones are more warm/yellow but was still able to make 1.15 work on my cool-toned skin. I would say a dime-sized amount is enough for a full face definitely with spot concealing if you have any blemishes. -
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