Review: Colorstay Blemish Concealer by Revlon

Concealer. It’s seriously one of the more important yet neglected items in my makeup bag. I need it but I don’t care for it like I do my blushes, eyeshadows and other fund stuff yet it’s essential if I want a flawless face. I am on a forever lasting hunt for the perfect under eye concealer and although I've found ones that I've liked in the past, I just always get sidetracked by new options whenever it comes to buying some more. Today’s review is the result of this and I’m pretty darn happy I tried it out. I picked up the Revlon Colorstay Blemish Concealer in Light Medium from my local drugstore for under $10.

FOTD: Peachy Glow

 *PRODUCTS USED*

Face:

Revlon Colorstay Blemish Concealer - Light Medium 

L'Oreal True Match Lumi foundation - W6 Sun Beige

NYC Bronzer - Sunny (to contour)

NARS blush - Orgasm

Eyes:

MAC eyeshadow - Copperplate (brows)

NYX Jumbo Eyeshadow Pencil - Cottage Cheese (brown bone/tear duct)

MAC Paint Pot - Chilled on Ice (lid)

L'Oreal Telescopic Shocking Extensions mascara - Blackest Black

Lips:
Revlon Colorburst lipstick - Soft Nude

MAC Lipglass - Pink Lemonade

Review: Telescopic Shocking Extensions mascara by L'Oreal

If there’s something I can’t get enough of, it’s mascara. Although there’s a new one being released pretty much daily, I usually tend to stick to the ones I've tried and loved. After hearing great things about the Telescopic Shocking Extensions mascara by L’Oreal in Blackest Black, I caved and decided to try it and figured I would share my thoughts with you all.

First off, if you've automatically ruled out all Telescopic mascaras because you hate how spidery the original formula/brush made your lashes, I’d like to say that this version isn't at all like the original. I too really dislike the first formula L’Oreal came out with (although I know there’s a cult-like following lately) but although the packaging and name of the Shocking Extensions version is the same, the results are different.

As always, here is what L'Oreal has to say about this mascara:

L’Oreal introduces liquid extensions in a bottle, with new Telescopic™ Shocking Extensions™ mascara, a new generation of lash length. In one motion lashes are separated, intensified, and look shockingly lengthened for an intense make-up result.

• Clump-free, flake-free, smudge-free.

• Ophthalmologist and allergy tested.

• Suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers.

Review: Mia 2 by Clarisonic

Today’s post is skincare related and I am SO excited about this review! I am a firm believer that a proper beauty regimen and flawless makeup starts with the skin that is underneath it all, which is why I like to treat it the best I can. I'm known for doing way too much research, whether it be on the ingredients I put on my skin or where I’ll be going on vacation – I actually get a thrill researching and finding all the information I can about something I'm interested in. After many many many months of research, I finally ended up getting a Clarisonic Mia 2 for my birthday back in December from my wonderful parents.

What is that? You ask? Some of you may know about it because it is fairly popular in the blog/Youtuber world but for those of you who are in the dark, let me enlighten you: it’s a face cleansing brush.

Clarisonic Mia 2 in Pink

Review: L'Oreal True Match Lumi foundation

Ok so a few months ago I had talked to you guys about my current favourite liquid foundation which was the L’Oreal True Match (read a review here). Yes, I still find it amazing but I realized that my skin was looking a little dull lately due to the cold and harsh winter months. Since I love the original True Match so much, I figured I would check out L’Oreal’s new formula called True Match Lumi Healthy Luminous Makeup (but really, who calls it that?) to see if it would liven up my face a little more. This foundation came out during summer 2012 (I believe) and I decided to try it out in December so I've been using this pretty consistently the last few months on days where I want to use a liquid foundation.

Before I dish out my comments, I thought I should let you know that I bought mine at a Rexall for around $18 and I got the shade W6 - Sun Beige (which is the shade I am in all L’Oreal foundations). I know it’s pretty steep for a foundation and Wal Mart probably sells it for cheaper but I love it so much and it honestly compares to the higher end foundations I've tried so the price really is awesome for what you get!

Let’s check out what the L’Oreal website has to say about this stuff:

Finally, makeup that creates skin so healthy – it’s luminous! True Match™ Lumi Healthy Luminous Makeup combines 3 powerful ingredients that work to improve your complexion the more you wear them. 40% pure water for all-day hydration. Antioxidants and vitamins C and E for improved clarity and skin tone. Anderson Fluid for an instant, luminous glow. Isn't it time you met your match?

         See the Results:

Instantly: Skin tone is visibly more even In 1 Week: 80% of women saw visibly improved skin n. In 1 Month: Skin is clearer, healthier, more luminous Finish: Luminous
FPS : 20 Coverage: Lightweight, buildable coverage that lasts up to 8 hours Skin Type: For all skin types. Safe for sensitive skin.Available in 14 true-to-skin shades in warms, neutrals, and cools.