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New Merit Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer Review

December 25, 2022

I cannot believe that there was a time, that I had no bronzers in my makeup collection. Somehow because I am medium skin-toned, I wrongly believed that I do not need bronzers. Then I tried a bronzer and the rest is history. Now I have many bronzers. And newly added to my collection is the Merit Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer.

The Sephora website says this is “A sheer, buildable bronzer to add a wash of natural-looking warmth and depth. Lightweight and flexible, this buildable cream bronzer effortlessly blends into skin to add natural-looking warmth and soft definition only where …

New Natasha Denona Retro Glam Palette Review And Swatches

December 18, 2022

Is there an eyeshadow color that scares you. For me that is all colors except for neutrals. I love colored eyeshadow on everyone else but I am a little apprehensive about wearing some color on my lids. Every time I do wear colorful eyeshadow, I still wear it sparingly. When I saw the Natasha Denona Retro Glam Palette, I loved it. But since it has so many green eyeshadows I did not buy it for the longest time. But then I could not resist any more and decided to go out of my comfort zone. So I bought it.

The …

Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum Review

December 16, 2022

As I strolled through Sephora, I saw this golden goodness enclosed within a beautiful glass bottle. I had to know more. After I got home, I did some research that quickly yielded results. I placed my online order. That's how I came into possession of my Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum.

The Sephora website says this is “A lightweight, bi-phase serum that quickly hydrates and visibly plumps skin while helping to leave it calmer, visibly brighter, and more even-looking over time.”

Packaging Of The Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum

This serum is packaged in a frosted glass bottle, …

LYS Beauty Higher Standard Satin Matte Cream Blush Review

December 10, 2022

LYS Beauty caught my eye, when I became more interested in clean beauty. Also I kept reading a lot of good reviews on social media about their products. So I went ahead and purchased the LYS Beauty Higher Standard Satin Matte Cream Blush.

The Sephora website says this is “A clean, high-pigment, non-greasy, satin-matte blush with a buildable, creamy formula that gives skin a natural flush.”

Packaging Of The LYS Beauty Higher Standard Satin Matte Cream Blush

This blush is housed in a triangular, plastic rose gold compact. Even though it has a magnetic closure, it does not feel heavy. …

NARS Powermatte Lipstick Review And Swatches

December 4, 2022

I love lipsticks and go back and forth between my love for matte vs hydrating formulas. I was super excited when NARS launched the Powermatte long lasting lipsticks. So I went to my local Sephora and swatched the entire line. I picked 4 shades I liked.

The Sephora website says that this is “A transfer-resistant, matte lipstick that glides on, delivering bold color with all-day comfort for up to ten hours.”

Packaging Of The NARS Powermatte Long-Lasting Lipstick

The lipstick case color will give you an idea of the lipstick shade enclosed within. Keep in mind it is not an …

New Merit La Fête Édition Holiday Essentials Set Review 2022

November 25, 2022

I love minimalistic beauty. Most days I am wearing sunscreen, some type of a skin tint, cream blush, lip gloss and mascara. On days that I want to be fancy, I add some concealer and more eye makeup. As I grow older, I feel like I am embracing my acne scars and blemishes. And I do not care if they are more visible when I wear sheer makeup. The New Merit La Fête Édition Holiday Essentials Set caught my eye because of the Instant Glow Serum and the lipstick included in the set.

The Merit website says this is “A …

ONE/SIZE By Patrick Starrr Cheek Clapper Blush Trio Palette

November 21, 2022

It's summer. I'm excited to ride my bike, have picnics and grill again. But summer is also a time when my make-up literally melts. That's not fun at all. So I tried the One/Size By Patrick Starrr Cheek Clapper Blush Trio Palette. Let's see if it lasts on my combination skin.

The Sephora website says this is “ A monochromatic blush trio in versatile textures for a blurring 3D blush effect—set the tone your way by wearing each alone or layering up!”

Packaging Of The ONE/SIZE By Patrick Starrr Cheek Clapper Blush Trio Palette

The plastic compact is light …

An Honest Review Of The Dior Lip Glow Oil

November 19, 2022

The Dior Lip Glow Oil is all over social medial. I constantly see everyone raving about this wonderful product on Instagram, Tik-Tok etc. I had to see for myself. But whenever I tried to place an order it was always out of stock. What was so good about this magical lip oil? I was desperate to have one in my possession. Luckily I got to purchase not one but two. And now I can review them for you.

The Sephora website says this is “A nurturing, glossy lip oil that protects and enhances the lips, bringing out their natural color.”…

Westman Atelier Squeaky and Cheeky Duo Lip and Cheek Holiday Gift Set

New Westman Atelier Squeaky And Cheeky Duo Holiday Gift Set 2022 Review

November 11, 2022

Gift sets are such a fun way to try out items from a brand. So many brands come out with such fun, cute gift sets during the Holidays. I picked up both the Westman Atelier Squeaky And Cheeky Duo Holiday Gift Sets. Do they meet my expectations? Or do they exceed expectations, we shall see.

The Sephora website says each set is “A limited-edition set featuring a full-size lip balm and mini multipurpose blush stick—amplify skin with a healthy flush of color and juicy finish. Discover the matchmaking method for the perfect lip and cheek shade pairings from Gucci Westman, …

Makeup By Mario Ethereal Eyes Eyeshadow Palette New For Holiday 2022

November 10, 2022

I walked into Sephora for their Holiday Savings sale that they have before the Holiday Season and saw so many beautiful products. Beautifully packaged palettes, gift sets all calling out to me. I almost felt like a kid in a candy store. One thing that caught my eye was the Makeup By Mario Ethereal Eyes Eyeshadow Palette New For Holiday 2022.

The Sephora website says this is “A multi-finish eyeshadow palette with 12 neutral, translucent shades in sueded matte, natural metallic, and glossy shimmer finishes. This is Mario’s dream palette with 12 new signature shades that create effortless, ethereal eye …