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- Saturday, January 25, 2014
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I seem to be on a roll with these E.l.f reviews! Don't worry, there is more to come! Today I'm going to be reviewing the blushes that come from the E.l.f Studio Line. These are powder blushes, that come in an array of colors to match any skin color. I've had these blushes in my collection for a while, and I have conjured up enough thoughts to share them with you. I don't have every color yet, but I think i can give a fair representation of the ones I do have. When I purchased these blushes, I stupidly got 2 colors that looked almost identical to each other. So when you see the pictures below, it's not your eyes!
- Tuesday, January 08, 2013
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Hi my lovely ladies! I hope all is well and that everyone is enjoying the first weeks of fall! Today I am doing a post on makeup products that I will be using more of now that it is fall. This year, I've been seeing so many new Fall trends. Like the bold red lips, dramatic eyes, no-shine skin. I love how everyone is modifying the norm, and creating trends!
- Tuesday, September 25, 2012
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I haven't really done a post about this...But today I will! I'm going to show you basically what I keep in my everyday makeup rotation, products that I reach for everyday. I usually chge up my rotation about once a month, or depending on whether I buy new stuff. Now, while I don't wear makeup everyday, school is about to start which means always trying to look your best! I still have a few more products I want to get before school starts, but that's another post!
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I reach for the E.l.f All Over Cover Stick because it covers up the deep circles under my eyes. I keep the E.l.f Complete Coverage Concealer nearby as well because I can mix up the colors and use it for any problem areas I have that particular day.
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For my foundation, I use the Maybeline Dream Liquid Mousse Foundation. I like how "fresh" look I get after I use this foundation. It doesn't look unnatural or cakey. It's also really easy to blend out onto my face.
The powder that I ALWAYS reach for would be the E.l.f Clarifying Pressed Powder. I sometimes use this alone, because it gives off a matte, finish to my face. It seems to boost the 'life' that my face gives off. (Strange but True!) It sets my foundation nicely as well. I keep one of these in my locker at school because there are days when I'm stressed, and my face gets oily.
For cheeks/highlighting, I use a blush. Most likely the NYX Powder Blush in Mocha. I like the flush of color that it gives my face. I highlight with the Wet & Wild Illuminating Face Powder. I can't use this all over my face simply because it is too shimmery. I use it as a highlighter/bronzer, because it gives me an amazing glow!
I don't really have a particular product for eye makeup that I use everyday. I just reach for anything. But I always use an eyeliner, whether it be liquid like the E.l.f Liquid Eyeliner or a Pencil one like the Wet & Wild Color Icon Pencil. Mascara is also a must, I use the Maybeline Great Lash Mascara in Clear/Transparent. I deem that Clear mascara is way easier to use, and it gives the same results!
For lips I always reach for...ready...VASELINE! It's just something that I've been using since I was a baby, and I will continue to use forever. It such a simple way to stay soft, and moisturized. For a lip color I use my E.l.f Lipstick in Seductive. It gives my lips a simple wash of color. Nothing to crazy!
Those are the products that I reach for everyday! I do change these products up, depending on what I'm feeling. When get new products, depending if I like them, I use them more often and push the older products to the side! I know, its bad, but don't act like you don't get excited over a new goodie!!
- Monday, August 13, 2012
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Hi my lovely ladies! I'm happy that I've been having the time to put up post after post here and on YouTube. Thanks so much for your support! Today I have another blush review for you. This blush is from none other than E.l.f Cosmetics and was $3 off their Studio line. I got this blush in order to add a bright color to my collection, as most of my previous blushes were neutral colors that never showed up on my skin :( So here's my review and swatches on the E.l.f Studio Blush in "Pink Passion".
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Packaging: I think E.l.f does a really good job with the studio blush packaging. It's a sleek black design that has a chic feel to it. I like that the cover has a "window" so that you can see the blush color without opening it. Many people compare this blush packaging to the Nars blush packaging. They are amazingly similar, the bottom half of the case, where the blush pan sits in, is identical. The only different is that this blush mirror is cut of to allow the lid "window". The Nars blush has a full mirror. The mirror on this is actually a good size.
Quality: This blush has a smooth feel, but does feel overly chalky. Looking at it, it seems silky...but it isn't! If you look at the picture below the blush looks gritty. That happened after I put my brush in it for the first time! So I really don't think E.l.f put much effort into the formulation of the blush. Most matte-finish blushes are overly chalky. I guess this one couldn't make it out...
Color/Pigmentation: This blush, while looking at it is a really bright, in-your face looking blush. When I apply this blush to my cheeks it comes off really chalky and ashy looking. I expected it to give me a fun, bright flush of color. I have to apply a teeny-tiny bit of it to my face unless I want to look like a clown :) It comes off really ashy, on me personally. I think this would be good on really fair-skinned people.
Overall, I wouldn't but this blush again for two reasons...
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Packaging: I think E.l.f does a really good job with the studio blush packaging. It's a sleek black design that has a chic feel to it. I like that the cover has a "window" so that you can see the blush color without opening it. Many people compare this blush packaging to the Nars blush packaging. They are amazingly similar, the bottom half of the case, where the blush pan sits in, is identical. The only different is that this blush mirror is cut of to allow the lid "window". The Nars blush has a full mirror. The mirror on this is actually a good size.
Quality: This blush has a smooth feel, but does feel overly chalky. Looking at it, it seems silky...but it isn't! If you look at the picture below the blush looks gritty. That happened after I put my brush in it for the first time! So I really don't think E.l.f put much effort into the formulation of the blush. Most matte-finish blushes are overly chalky. I guess this one couldn't make it out...
Color/Pigmentation: This blush, while looking at it is a really bright, in-your face looking blush. When I apply this blush to my cheeks it comes off really chalky and ashy looking. I expected it to give me a fun, bright flush of color. I have to apply a teeny-tiny bit of it to my face unless I want to look like a clown :) It comes off really ashy, on me personally. I think this would be good on really fair-skinned people.
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| Even on my hand, it looks chalky! |
- Because of the evidence above!
- I reach for this blush once in a blue moon and I don't see it "hitting-pan" any time soon or in the next year or so :)
- Friday, July 13, 2012
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Hello, to all my beautiful readers! I have a NYX Cosmetics review for you today. This blush is the only NYX product that I have. I've been looking more at their products and I love the colors, and the prices! So hopefully I will do more things with NYX in the future. I got this blush about 3 months ago from Ulta.com, it was $5.99 on their website.
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Packaging: The packaging on this blush, isn't really anything to complain about. It is sturdy and strong, and doesn't feel cheap. I like the fun waffle texture on the blushes!
Color/Pigmentation: This blush comes of as a mauve/coral color on my skin. It's a matte/shimmer blush but the shimmers are barely noticeable. It is really silky and doesn't feel chalky at all. I have to work my brush into the pan to get the color on my cheeks but it gives me a nice subtle flush of color. This is nice for dark skin tones and olive tones.
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I swatched this blush alongside the E.l.f Berry Merry & E.l.f Blushing Rose blushes, just to see the difference in texture and shimmer.  |
Overall I would buy this blush again because of its nice color and its silky smooth application. I hope to buy some more of these blushes!
- Wednesday, July 11, 2012
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Hey guys, its been a while but I'm coming back strong! I have a review for you all today and its going to be on E.l.f's Studio Line Blushes. These blushes retail for $3 and can be found at E.l.f Website. These blushes have been in my collection for about 4 to 6 months so I've decided to do a review on them. I posted a review video of this on My YouTube Channel. Ill post the video to that below :) So keep on reading below if you want to learn more.
I have this blush in 2 colors. Blushing Rose (shown above) and Berry Merry. When I was purchasing these blushes, I really thought that the colors were difference. But when i received them they were almost identical, but the only difference was that one of them was way more shimmery than the other.
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I really like these blushes, but the only thing that is a problem for me is the density of the blushes. You have to really "press" your brush into the pan, for it to come out on the blush. Usually you just dust the brush into the color and it would come out, but not with these. I apply these blushes with my E.l.f Kabuki Brush (review to come) that I got for $3. It does fine but with the blushes it takes a while to show up.
I would suggest Blushing Rose if you want a bit of color on the face, but not to much drama. Berry Merry would do if you like Blushing Rose but a little more shimmer and glitter.
I'm really going to try to purchase some more of these blushes in different colors. I want to try out their Mineral Line blushes as well. Those are a bit more expensive at $5 dollars each. Also, I want to try out their $1 blushes, to see if their useful and not cheap.
So I hope this review helped you guys out with your opinion on these blushes. Thanks for reading guys. See you next time.
- Monday, January 30, 2012
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