Eye Primer 101

Eye primer can help your shadows become more vibrant, long-lasting, and help stop creasing.

Rituel De Fille Ash and Ember Eye Soot Review

“A magical concoction of intense, smoldering, everlasting color with a rich texture between powder and cream.” Rituel De Fille

Radha Beauty Skin Clearing Serum Review

“Skin Clearing & Anti Aging Serum for face, wrinkles, acne & blemished skin with Vitamin C Serum 20%, Retinol 2.5%, Salicylic Acid 2%, Hyaluronic Acid, Rosehip and Lavender Oil” Radha Beauty

Packaging:

The actual product is a milky white shade and is very thin and watery in texture. As you can see above the packaging is a pump dispenser so there is no need to worry about contamination or ingredients going bad. 

About the Brand and Ingredients: 

Radha Beauty is a natural skin care brand meaning it does not contain fillers, fragrances, dyes, or parabens. The products are organic, cruelty-free, and made with 100% natural/pure oils. 

The serum contains powerful ingredients such as Vitamin C, Retinol, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, and Hyaluronic Acid. Hyaluronic Acid helps add hydration to the skin. Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B (B3) that helps with inflammation in the skin. Salicylic Acid is attracted to oil helping breakouts and unclogging pores. Retinol helps with anti-aging, increasing cell turn-over, smoothing skin, and helps with unclogging pores. Vitamin C is great for anti-aging, brightening, and epidermal (outer most layer of skin) acne scars. The serum also contains tea tree, rose hip oil, olive oil, and lavender oil. 

Review:

When I received this serum I was super excited. I love Vitamin C, Salicylic acid, and Hyaluronic acid! On the first day I applied it at night after washing my face (I don’t recommend using Retinol in the sun). When I woke up the next day my pimples had gone down significantly and my skin was smoother. I don’t break out that often but when I do (along my jawline) they tend to stay for a while. Immediately I was impressed. I’ve been using the serum for about a week now. So far my skin feel smoother, the amount of blackheads I had have gone down, my pores look tighter, and my bigger pimples have gone away. 

I have a few cons that aren’t really deal breakers. This product contains Olive oil. The olive oil (and possibly the other oils) are making my skin very oil. Luckily because of the Retinol I’m only using it at night so it’s not that big of an issue. The use of Retinol is making around my nose quite flakey. I think it might be making my skin a tad dehydrated, so all I’ve done is switch my toner from witch hazel to my hydrating Glossier Soothing Face Mist. My last con is it doesn’t absorb super fast. After application I have to wait about 5-10 mins before applying my moisturizer. It remains tacky (as most serums do) for a bit longer than my other ones. Again that’s not a huge con, just a pet peeve!

Overall it’s quite a good product. It’s a good price has great ingredients. I’ve only been using it a week so I have yet to see any scars fading but I will keep you guys updated!

• How many stars? 3 out of 5
  
• Who would you recommend this product for? acne prone skin.
• Price? varies (on Amazon)
• Last Comments? Radha Beauty is all natural products. I’ve you’re looking for organic skin care products this might be the brand for you! The serum is quite nice and I have seen my skin improve in texture very fast.  

Have you tried anything from Radha Beauty? Thoughts?

These product was sent to me for review. My opinions/thoughts are completely honest! ♡

Setting Spray 101

A setting spray can lock in makeup, add hydration, remove a powder-y look, add a dewy-ness, and/or help remove shine from the face.

Nubounsom Lashes: Faux Mink Collection Review

“These lashes are the prime choice for both clients and lash artists. This allows for maximum control of the look that you want. That means you can have super thick, super curly and super long lashes! If you want to look like you’re wearing mascara, this is the way to go. Of course, minimal or maximal drama can be achieved- its up to your preference and your genetics (what your lashes can handle.)” Nubounsom

Tips: Coconut Oil Beauty Uses!

The many uses of coconut oil...

Glossier Balm Dotcom Review

“A hydrating, long-lasting, do-everything skin salve that’s packed with antioxidants and natural emollients to nourish and repair dry, irritated skin. The dense, waxy texture stays in place to seal in moisture wherever it goes. So good you’ll want one for your bag, one for your other bag, and one for your medicine cabinet.”

At-Home Skin Care Basics 101

All skin types should wash 2x a day (day and night). Now here are the other steps for your skin type.

Makeup Remover 101

Getting off all your makeup is vital in keeping your skin in top shape! There are many types of ways to remove your makeup. It just depends person to person what you prefer. 

Younique Moodstruck Minerals Pigment Powder Review

“Your eyes have an entire rainbow of expression. Play with 32 luxurious colors made of finely milled minerals, amino acids, and vitamins-nutrition for your skin. Apply wet for a dramatic pop of color or dry for a softer, blended look.” Younique 

Glossier Priming Moisturizer Review

“‘Priming’ means that it immediately brings out the best in your skin, so you have a fresh, glowing canvas for the Perfecting Skin Tint. Immediately on application, this plumps skin up with moisture to create cushiony bounce and an even texture, which helps minimize the appearance of pores, minus any heavy blurring ingredients. The anti-redness complex soothes and evens skin tone, leaving a clean, dewy, balanced finish. This comforting cream allows you to layer and build up to the perfect amount of moisture depending on climate, season, or how your skin’s feeling on any given day.”

Brow Products 101

Brows are what everyone is obsessed with at the moment. There are so many different products that help you achieve different looks.

Younique Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes Review

“Go for up to 3x the wow factor with Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes that are water-resistant, yet wash off easily with Shine Eye Makeup Remover Cloths. This is quite possibly the most mood-altering, life-changing product in the cosmetics world!” Younique 

Freeman Charcoal & Black Sugar Facial Polishing Mask Review

“Polution, debris, it’s a wonder skin can breathe! This unique mask and scrub works double time to detox skin. First, naturally purifying Activated Charcoal helps absorb oil and impurities without over-drying. Then, Black Sugar helps exfoliate away dulling skin cells for softness and clarity. Perfect for all skin types.”

Applying Foundation 101

Battle of the tools!  What coverage will one get from different applicators?

Glossier Perfecting Skin Tint Review

“In the land between bare skin and makeup makeup exists the imperceptible wash of color that is our Perfecting Skin Tint. What does it do? Evens out discoloration and leaves your face looking toned, smooth, and dewy. The breathable, ultra thin formula auto-fits to skin, making application as simple as throwing on moisturizer. What won’t it do? Hide your freckles, spackle your pores, or erase any other evidence that you are, in fact, a real human being.”

Lorac Pro Palette Review

“Go PRO with the LORAC PRO Palette! Created by celebrity makeup artist Carol Shaw, this PRO artistry palette is packed with 8 shimmer and 8 matte eye shadows in all the shades you need to create the hottest looks straight from the Red Carpet. LORAC’s velvety-smooth shadows are infused with soothing botanicals and are ultra-pigmented to perform wet or dry so you can shade, shadow, line and define your eyes, just like a PRO.”

J.Cat Pout-holic Lipstick Review

“Creamy and highly pigmented pastel, neon, gothic colored lipsticks, formulated with Vitamin E with refreshing minst zest.” J.Cat

NYX Slim Lip Pencil Review

“Slim, trim but never prim, our lip pencils come in a variety of dashing shades—from auburn to orange and traffic-stopping red. The buttery, long-wearing lip liner formula goes on easily and resists bleeding.” NYX

Glossier Soothing Mist Spray Review

“Ever thought you’d spray water onto your face right after you washed it? No? Well, this isn’t just water, per se. It’s made with roses and aloe to hydrate, soothe, and leave you feeling fresh and awake, prepping your skin for the Priming Moisturizer. Also excellent as a makeup refresher and midday pick-me-up." Glossier

Lip Care 101

During the harsh winter winds and endless summer sun taking care of your lips can be a chore! Taking care of your lips is vital for a perfect application of lip products. Here are my step by step rules for have plush kissable lips!

Jane Shimmering Suede Shadow Trio, Blushing Bronze Duo, and Multi-Colored Illuminating Powder Review

“Compassion is contagious. For every Jane cosmetics sold, Jane will donate one equal beauty product to a local woman’s shelter to give the gift of confidence. Buy-One, Give-One To A Neighbor In Need.”

Mikasa Beauty Classic Essential Kit Review

“Invent your look with the Mikasa Beauty Classic Essential Kit. Featuring a collection of 10 high-end professional brushes for the face and eyes, this complete kit allows the creation of all essential makeup styles. A modern and chic designed container comes included to organize and hold the brushes.”

Face Primer 101

Different primers will help you achieve different makeup looks. These can help with problem areas on your face (dry, oily) and color correcting.

Benefit Box o’ Powder Review

Today I’ll be reviewing the permanent Benefit Box o’ Powders I own. I have Rockateur, CORALista, Dallas, and Hoola.

Jane Lip Gloss & Intense Lip Gloss Review

“Get a knockout pout with Jane’s glamorous Lip Gloss. The high-performance, special moisturizing formula is available in an array of sheer, shimmery, and intense hues. Use it alone for beautiful color and kissable shine”
"Compassion is contagious. For every Jane cosmetics sold, Jane will donate one equal beauty product to a local woman’s shelter to give the gift of confidence. Buy-One, Give-One To A Neighbor In Need.”

L’Oreal True Match Super Blendable Foundation Review

“With patented color technology, True Match™ Makeup precisely matches your skin’s tone and texture and coordinates perfectly with True Match™ Powder, Blush, and Concealer. Formulated with Precise Match™ Technology so you can control coverage and fine-tune it. Ultra-pure formula contains no oils, fragrances, or pore-clogging fillers, so all you see is beautiful, radiant, flawless skin. With Vitamins A and C, wheat germ and grape fruit extract to keep your skin nourished, protected and healthy. 
Finish: Natural 
SPF: 17 (select shades) 
Coverage: Light to medium 
Skin Type: For all skin types. Oil-free.”

Jane Water-Resistant Eyeliner Review

“Line and define your beautiful eyes with Jane’s Liquid Eye Liner! Whether you’re a beauty beginner or a makeup pro, the easy-glide precision brush and quick-dry formula make for a smudge-proof application, leaving eyes with the perfect matte, shimmer, or sparkle. The high performance liner delivers intense color in a single brushstroke for a subtle or dramatic finish.”
"Compassion is contagious. For every Jane cosmetics sold, Jane will donate one equal beauty product to a local woman’s shelter to give the gift of confidence. Buy-One, Give-One To A Neighbor In Need.”

How to Cover Dark Circles / Using a Corrector 101

A corrector is the best item to use to cover dark circles! If you use a concealer it will help cover but a corrector will cancel out the discoloration. Then you can apply a concealer/foundation over it and it will actually cover the darkness. There are 3 different colors one can use depending on the discoloration. 

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Review

“Neither lipstick nor lip gloss, this matte lip cream is a new kind of lip color that goes on silky smooth and sets to a matte finish. Soft Matte Lip Cream is surprisingly durable and, unlike some matte lipstick formulas, also moisturizing.”

Blending Brushes 101

There are many types of blending brushes. I picked the different types I have to show you different bristles, shapes, and density. 

theBalm Schwing Liquid Liner Review

“Lining and defining eyes has never been easier! Built with a uniquely thin and tapered felt-tip applicator, Schwing gives you careful control over subtle strokes and bold lines. Create winning looks with this rich, matte-black finish that won’t smudge, flake, or take forever to dry. Cool and compact, Schwing fits wherever you need it. Whether you’re home or away, get ready to bat those eyes and play the field!”

Washing Makeup Brushes 101

There are two different types of washing brushes. Here I’ll show you how to properly take care of your makeup brushes. 

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette Review

“A palette featuring three shades of Ambient Lighting Powder, the high-tech, soft-focus finishing powder that recreates the most exquisitely flattering types of light. 
Ambient Lighting Powder is a groundbreaking collection of finishing powders that capture, diffuse, and soften the way light reflects on skin. Unlike traditional powders, which merely cloak imperfections, Ambient Lighting Powder utilizes photoluminescent technology to filter out harsh light and refine the appearance of the complexion. The powders deliver a multidimensional luminescence to every skintone, making it appear softer and lit from within. The finishing powders enhance skin in any type of light, including flash photography. With three universal shades available in the Ambient palette, you can create any desired effect.”

theBalm Read My Lips lipgloss Review

“These lip glosses feature a wide range of shades that make a statement without saying a word. "Smart-mouthed” takes on a new meaning with this unique formula fortified with Ginseng, a powerful antioxidant known for its mentally stimulating properties."

Make Up For Ever Artist Shadow: Milk Tea Review

“Breakthrough long-lasting gel-powder formula with super-saturated pigments." 

theBalm Nude Dude Palette Review

“Introducing theBalm’s latest addition to the Nude series… Nude Dude! Get a quick look using any combination of these triple-milled shadows or dress up your look by adding water to transform your favorite shades into loyal liners. This total package includes 12 full-bodied shadows that can be worn alone or layered for added intensity, so go ahead and cover (or uncover) your eyes.”

Anastasia Beverly Hills: Beauty Genius Review

“A clear, waterproofing gel that bonds, seals, and waterproofs any powder makeup. This gel ensures powder makeup, including loose pigments, shadows, micas, and glitter, stay put.”

Eyemimo Lashes Review

GlamGlow PowerMud DualCleanse Review

"A mud-to-oil, gentle, deep cleansing treatment that removes the weekly buildup of dirt, oil, and makeup." (not my photo)

On Sephora’s website the GlamGlow PowerMud DualCleanse is described as above. As you can see from the photo it’s a sheer gel consistency grey ‘mud’. The directions say to apply a thin layer. Right off the bat I was amazed with how it felt. It was very lightweight, like a gel moisturizer, and it dried almost instantly. As I looked in the mirror is when I noticed the product had little (black) exfoliating balls. It was nothing major I think I had a total of 5-6 on my entire face.

After applying it I immediately went into my sisters room. She couldn’t even tell I had anything on, “it just looks like you powdered your face”. I think if I really packed it on or was a deeper skin tone maybe you could of seen it. Nevertheless as she said it just made my face look matte.
My favorite part of the mask? Because it was so lightweight you didn’t get that tight feeling. You know when you do a clay mask and it has dried….. So you start talking and it falls apart, it’s hard to scrunch your nose, or you can’t really move your mouth. You didn’t get this feeling with this mask, it felt great. Now when I removed the mask is when I was less than impressed.

"It features OILIXER™, which is a custom blended complex of four powerful, rare, non-greasy, and fast-absorbing deep cleansing oils. CLAYTOX™ is a carefully balanced four-clay blend specifically developed to provide an ultragentle skin detoxification for a maximum yet delicate cleanse. And PUREIFIER™ is a complex mix of cleansers, astringents, and exfoliators, working in synergy to dramatically purify and condition the skin."

After waiting the designated 10 minutes I went and washed my face. As I wet my face I imagined I would get the “mud to oil” feeling but I didn’t. Instead it felt like a gel rubbing on my face. The product didn’t lather but it felt like when I first applied; Again I didn’t feel the exfoliating beads on my face. As it is described I definitely think it is a gentle cleanse. My face didn’t fee; ‘squeaky’ clean after it just felt nice. My face was a tad softer and a tad smoother. I used it again a few days later an experienced the same results. (Note: I didn’t receive any break-outs following the mask.)
Honestly I don’t think for my skin it’s that much of a deep cleanse. The entire time I was using the product I thought my sister would loooooove this! She doesn’t exfoliate ever because her skin is dry and sensitive. Most exfoliating product burn and are too rough for her. But I think this would work great for her. It’s exfoliating enough, won’t give her a ‘dry’ feeling afterwards, and is gentle enough that it won’t irritate her skin.

• Would you re-buy this product? No.
• How many stars? 1 out of 5 (for my skin)
• Who would you recommend this product for? Someone with dry and/or sensitive skin.
• Price? $69 for 1.7 oz
• Last Comments? I think the biggest let down was the lack of the ‘mud-to-oil’ feeling.

Have you tried it? Thoughts?