GnG/Dueba Big DM23 Gray Lenses

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
□ Diameter: 14.5mm
□ Base Curve: 8.6
□ Water: 38%
□ Price: $15.00
□ Availability: KIWIBERRY1-COLLECTION

PROS:
□ Looks natural
□ Makes eyes look bigger

CONS:
□ Felt very drying
□ Not as opaque as I would like it to be

COLOR:
□ These lenses are gray but it's not very noticeable if you have dark brown eyes like I do. It shows a little bit of gray on the outer rim but it's not too extreme. The gray is more noticeable up close.

COMFORT:
□ Once the lenses were on they felt fairly comfortable. But almost immediately my eyes started to feel really dry. There was one incidence where the lens popped out because my eyes were way too dry even after applying eye drops. 

FINAL THOUGHTS:
□ Despite the discomfort I got from my eyes drying out, I really like the look of these lenses. They're natural enough for me to wear on a regular basis and I really like how it makes my eyes look bigger and brighter without altering the color of my eyes too much. Although I would've preferred these lenses to be more opaque gray, these really bring out my brown eyes.

DISCLAIMER: IN NO WAY IS THIS BLOG ACCEPTING ANY FORM OF PAYMENT FOR PRODUCTS RECEIVED BY COMPANIES. THE PRODUCTS REVIEWED ON THIS BLOG ARE BASED ON THE OPINIONS AND EXPERIENCES OF THE AUTHOR. THE PRODUCTS IN THIS REVIEW WERE PROVIDED BY THE COMPANY.

Geo Xtra Hearts Blue Circle Lenses

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
□ Diameter: 15mm
□ Base Curve: 8.7
□ Water: 38%
□ Price: $20.00
□ Availability: Kiwiberry1-Collection

PROS:
□ Comfortable to wear
□ Makes eyes look bigger
□ Very opaque and vivid

CONS:
□ Felt drying after a while

COLOR:
□ These are definitely bright blue lenses. I have brown eyes so they go on darker than what they look like in the packaging. I was expecting it to go on a lighter blue but it's not as opaque as I thought. I find this pair to be more noticeable than other blue lenses I've tried.

COMFORT:
□ These go on comfortably. It doesn't feel like I have anything on but after a long time of wear my eyes will start to feel dry. As always I don't blame the lenses for this because it happens to me no matter what pair of lenses I'm wearing.

FINAL THOUGHTS:
□ If you're looking for more noticeable and dramatic blue contact lenses then you will have no problem getting that with these. These are definitely more dramatic than what I'm used to but I easily adjusted to the color. But personally I don't think I look good with blue eyes and it's not something I would typically go for. I like the design and how they feel when they're on. I would most likely purchase this pair in a different color.

DISCLAIMER: IN NO WAY IS THIS BLOG ACCEPTING ANY FORM OF PAYMENT FOR PRODUCTS RECEIVED BY COMPANIES. THE PRODUCTS REVIEWED ON THIS BLOG ARE BASED ON THE OPINIONS AND EXPERIENCES OF THE AUTHOR. THE PRODUCTS IN THIS REVIEW WERE PROVIDED BY THE COMPANY.

Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette Look #2 - Tutorial

My schedule is really hectic right now and it requires my full attention. Otherwise I'd be blogging every other day! So my blog posts may be looking a little inconsistent for a bit until things start to ease up. Right now it's hard to say when that will happen but I just wanted to put it out there. I had class last night so I had time to squeeze in a tutorial for this look. It's another look using my UD Naked 2 Palette. While the look I did previously (click here) had more black and silver, this one uses more gold and brown :) Hope you like it!

EYES:
□ MAC Bare Study Paint Pot
□ Foxy eyeshadow (brow bone highlight)
□ Chopper eyeshadow (crease)
□ Half Baked eyeshadow (inner third & inner lower lash line)
□ Suspect eyeshadow (outer third)
□ YDK eyeshadow (middle lid & middle lower lash line)
□ Busted eyeshadow (outer lid)
□ Blackout eyeshadow (outer corner & outer lower lash line)
□ Elf Cream Eyeliner (upper lash line & lower waterline)
□ Covergirl Lashblast Mascara
□ Princess Eyelashes Style #728B


BROWS:

□ Wet N Wild Color Icon Brow & Eyeliner in Taupe

□ NYC Browser Brow Kit

□ MAC Carbon eyeshadow

□ NYX Concealer in a Jar (shade beige)

CHEEKS:

□ Wet N Wild Color Icon Bronzer in Princess

□ Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso

LIPS:

□ Milani HD Advanced Lip Color in Classy Nude

□ Milani 3D Glitzy Glamour Gloss in Stylish

Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette Look - Tutorial

Here's my first look using my Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette. I still have to do a tutorial using the first Naked Palette so that will be coming up shortly. :) Hope you all like this look. Thanks for reading! I'm also wearing gray contacts that I'll be reviewing so stay tuned for that!

EYES:
□ MAC Painterly Paint Pot
□ Tease eyeshadow (crease & transition color)
□ Verve eyeshadow (inner half of eyelid & inner lower lash line)
□ Pistol eyeshadow (outer half of eyelid & outer lower lash line)
□ Blackout eyeshadow (outer corner & outer lower lash line)
□ Foxy eyeshadow (brow bone highlight)
□ Elf Cream Eyeliner in Black (upper lash line)
□ MAC Smolder Eye Kohl (lower waterline)
□ Covergirl Lashblast Mascara
□ False eyelashes from KIWIBERRY style #2

BROWS:
□ NYC Browser Brow Kit
□ MAC Carbon eyeshadow
□ NYX Concealer in a Jar (shade beige)

CHEEKS:
□ Elf Contouring Blush & Bronzer Powder
□ Wet N Wild Blush in Heather Silk

LIPS:
□ Wet N Wild Mega Last Lip Color in Just Peachy
□ MAC Of Corset lipglass

FOTD: Phloof! and Sketch

I was going to film a tutorial for this look but I was pressed for time. I watched a Youtube video the other day and this girl had mentioned how much she loved MAC Sketch eyeshadow especially as a crease color and I realized I haven't touched Sketch in so long. So I decided to remove all the dust it collected just sitting in my makeup drawer and put some use to it. Another eyeshadow I haven't used in so long is MAC Phloof!. Considering it's one of my favorite highlight colors and "inner eye corner" color, I don't use it very much because I'm close to hitting pan even though I know it's a permanent shade. Anyway, hope you all like this look. Thanks for looking. :)

EYES:
□ Urban Decay Primer Potion
□ MAC Painterly Paint Pot
□ Maybelline Color Tattoo 24hr Eyeshadow in Too Cool (eyelid)
□ MAC Phloof! eyeshadow (eyelid & inner lower lash line)
□ Wet N Wild Greed Palette - Peach (crease & transition color)
□ MAC Sketch eyeshadow (crease & outer lower lash line)
□ Wet N Wild Greed Palette - Matte black (outer crease & outer lower lash line)
□ Wet N Wild Greed Palette - highlight color (brow bone highlight)
□ Wet N Wild Creme Liner (upper lash line)
□ Milani Liquif'Eye Metallic Eyeliner (lower waterline)
□ Covergirl Lashblast Mascara
□ False eyelashes from Kiwiberry style #2

BROWS:
□ NYC Browser Brow Kit
□ NYX Concealer in a jar (shade beige)

CHEEKS:
□ Elf Contouring Blush & Bronzer Powder
□ Milani Blush in Dolce Pink

LIPS:
□ Rimmel Lasting Finish Intense Wear Lipstick in Pink Blush
□ Avon Glazewear Lip Gloss in Dazzling Diamond

Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette Swatches

I couldn't wait till Naked2 hit stores at Sephora so I decided to take advantage of my 10% off coupon plus free shipping when they stocked up on the palette. The packaging of this palette is beyond what I expected. I knew the packaging was made of tin but I wasn't expecting it to be this sturdy. I'm really impressed with this palette and I can't wait to play with it!

 Foxy, Half Baked, Bootycall, Chopper, Tease, Snakebite

Suspect, Pistol, Verve, YDK, Busted, Blackout

FOTD: Shimmering Suede Tutorial

I wanted to use one of my favorite MAC pigments and that's Blue Brown pigment. I was really hoping for the blue to show through, but because I added a bronze base it completely took that out. It's okay though because I'm really loving the warm red tones of the brown in this pigment. I think if the blue showed up, I would have loved this look a lot more. Anyway, I'm also wearing G&G circle lenses which I'll be reviewing soon along with other lenses. :)

MAC Blue Brown Pigment Swatch

Flash / No flash

Applied dry and wet

EYES:
□ Urban Decay Primer Potion
□ Maybelline Color Tattoo 24hr Eyeshadow in Bad to the Bronze (all over the lid)
□ MAC Blue Brown pigment (all over the lid & middle lower lash line)
□ MAC Coppering eyeshadow (above the crease)
□ Urban Decay Creep eyeshadow (outer corner & lower lash line)
□ Wet N Wild Vanity Palette - highlight color (brow bone highlight)
□ Urban Decay Sin eyeshadow (inner corner & inner lower lash line)
□ Milani Liquif'Eye Metallic Eyeliner in Black (lower waterline)
□ Covergirl Lashblast Mascara
□ Lashes from Kiwiberry style #11

BROWS:
□ NYC Browser Brow Kit
□ MAC Carbon eyeshadow

CHEEKS:
□ Elf Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder

LIPS:
□ Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick in Totally Toffee
□ Wet N Wild Glassy Gloss Lip Gel in This Too Shall Glass

TEMPTU Airbrush Review & Foundation Tutorial

Temptu AIR pod Foundation, Highlighter, and Blush

Temptu AIR pod Foundation (004 Sand), Highlighter (301 Champagne), and Blush (Blushing Coral)

TEMPTU released a Limited Edition Everyday Luxury Set with a sleek white compressor that fits inside a lustrous jet set silver luxe leatherette case. This set includes a $55 gift voucher that can be used either online or in stores to purchase your foundation (as it's not included in this set). Along with the voucher is a complimentary consultation with a makeup artist to help find your perfect foundation shade. This air brush system retails for $275.00 USD.

AVAILABILITY: Sephora, Temptu

PRICE: Airbrush System $275, Foundation $55, Blush $30, Highlighter $35 USD
SIZE: .28 OZ / 8.5 ml
VALUE FOR PRICE: 5/5
APPLICATION: 5/5
PACKAGING: 5/5
MEETS EXPECTATIONS: 5/5
OVERALL PRODUCT: 5/5 

PROS:
□ Simple and easy to use
□ Foundation has sheer, medium, and full coverage
□ Flawless finish
□ Hides blemishes
□ Doesn't settle into fine lines
□ Good for travel (airport friendly too!)
□ Mess free and hygienic
□ Lasts all day
□ Doesn't cause breakouts
□ Doesn't irritate the skin
□ Doesn't require any direct contact to your face
□ Doesn't require using any other tools or brushes
□ Foundation is good for all skin types
□ Feels lightweight
□ Can set foundation with Powder
□ Compressor has automatic shut-off time of 15 minutes
□ Photographs nicely
□ Looks natural and doesn't cake on
□ Silicone based

CONS:
□ No chargeable battery
□ Can't mix foundations
□ AIR pod can be difficult to remove from the air gun
□ Pricey (but a good investment)

FINAL THOUGHTS:

□ I'm in love with the Temptu Airbrush System! Airbrushing is completely new to me so I was slightly intimidated at first but I found it really easy to use. On top of that, it's a lot faster to apply compared to your basic liquid foundation because you don't have to deal with blending or buffing foundation to your skin. I have combination skin and that usually makes it difficult for me to find a foundation that's a perfect balance between my skin type. The Temptu foundation works for all skin types so I love that it doesn't dry out my skin and it doesn't accentuate the oils in my face. It also doesn't oxidize throughout the day. The foundation literally looks the same when you first applied it and it also feels really light and breathable. Other foundations feel heavy and it feels like you're wearing makeup but the Temptu airbrush makeup not only feels really natural and but also looks natural too! This airbrush system is definitely a luxury item rather than a necessity so it's definitely something to consider. But I'm positive it's an investment that you won't regret. :)

DISCLAIMER: THE PRODUCTS REVIEWED ON THIS BLOG ARE BASED ON THE OPINIONS AND EXPERIENCES OF THE AUTHOR. THIS PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED BY THE AUTHOR AND IN NO WAY WAS THIS REVIEW INFLUENCED BY THE COMPANY OF THE PRODUCT.

Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush Review and Swatches

I've been on a blush kick lately. Earlier this week I went ahead and picked up 2 of the new Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blushes because I was curious to know how these held up. I've never tried a blush quite like this. It's not a solid and it's not quite your typical cream blush either. It has a bit of give to it, hence the name "bouncy" blush. It has a almost like a marshmallowy mixed with play-doh type of texture if that makes any sense. I've never tried their mousse blush before so I can't make any comparison between the two.

 Maybelline Bouncy Blush in Peach Satin and Pink Frosting

 Peach Satin

 Pink Frosting

Peach Satin and Pink Frosting swatched heavily

AVAILABILITY: Drugstores

PRICE: $8 USD
SIZE: .19 OZ / 5.6 g
VALUE FOR PRICE: 3/5
APPLICATION: 3.5/5
PACKAGING: 5/5
MEETS EXPECTATIONS: 4/5
OVERALL PRODUCT: 3/5 

PROS:
□ Comes in a wide range of colors
□ Could be used as a base for your blush
□ Color is buildable
□ Blends easily

CONS:
□ Color payoff is very sheer
□ Wipes away easily
□ Not long lasting

FINAL THOUGHTS:
□ I find that these blushes go on a bit sheer. It's buildable but I feel like I would be wasting more product that way. I think if you're lighter than NC30 in MAC, these blushes would be more suitable for you otherwise you would just be layering on another blush right on top of it which is what I had to do. These blushes give more of a natural rosy cheek look, therefore; it shows up very faint. At first I thought it would be best to use a dense brush for application but I find that a fluffy brush works just as fine. Keep in mind the color payoff is not the most pigmented so you may be layering on the color just to get a decent amount to appear on your cheeks. Overall, I find that these are more fun to touch than their intended purpose.

DISCLAIMER: THE PRODUCTS REVIEWED ON THIS BLOG ARE BASED ON THE OPINIONS AND EXPERIENCES OF THE AUTHOR. THIS PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED BY THE AUTHOR AND IN NO WAY WAS THIS REVIEW INFLUENCED BY THE COMPANY OF THE PRODUCT.

Maybelline Color Tattoo 24hr Eyeshadow Swatches & Review

When I initially saw these I automatically thought of MAC Paint Pots. I thought these would be a great alternative to use as an eyeshadow base and the whole "24hr" pretty much sold me. The first time I swatched these on the back of my hand, I automatically noticed how creamy they were (almost buttery!). Just a tiny bit of this stuff goes a long way because the color pay off is amazing! I decided to pick up more neutral shades rather than the vibrant colors so I can opt out of using my more high end eyeshadow bases and use these instead.

 Tough as Taupe, Too Cool

Bad to the Bronze

 Bad to the Bronze

 Tough as Taupe

Too Cool

Bad to the Bronze, Tough as Taupe, Too Cool swatched

AVAILABILITY: Drugstores (Walmart, Rite Aid, Walgreen, etc.)
PRICE: $5-$7 USD
SIZE: .14 OZ. 4g
VALUE FOR PRICE: 5/5
APPLICATION: 4.5/5
PACKAGING: 5/5
MEETS EXPECTATIONS: 4.5/5
OVERALL PRODUCT: 5/5 

PROS:

□ Doesn't crease
□ Once it's on, it's on. It won't smudge or wear off
□ More affordable than MAC Paint Pots or other high end eyeshadow bases
□ Makes eyeshadows vibrant

CONS:
□ Not enough neutral or matte shades


FINAL THOUGHTS:
□ I definitely recommend these for everyone. Whether you're on a budget or not, it's always nice to have a good eyeshadow base on hand and these are definitely worth having. Since I have oily eyelids I usually start off with UDPP (even when using MAC Paint Pots) because my eyeshadow will crease. But these do not budge or crease and they definitely make your shadows last longer. I only hope that in the future Maybelline will come out with more matte and neutral shades that will cater to people who aren't into shimmers or bright colors.

DISCLAIMER: The products reviewed on this blog are based on the opinions and experiences of the author. This product was purchased by the author and in no way was this review influenced by the company of the product.