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New Hourglass Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm Review And Swatches

July 26, 2022

Hourglass is one of my most loved makeup brands and I love sheer, glossy lip products. So when Hourglass came out with the Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm, I had to try them. I love hydrating lipstick more than matte ones. I do love the look of a matte lipstick. But for day to day I prefer glossy, balm type of hydrating, nourishing lipsticks.

The Sephora website says this is “An innovative, all-in-one lip gloss-balm that nourishes, hydrates, and visibly plumps lips while delivering full-bodied color with a dewy, high-shine finish.”

Packaging Of The Hourglass Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm

The packaging …

Rare Beauty Kind Words Matte Lipstick Review And Swatches

July 21, 2022

There is something so very special about a brand new tube of lipstick. And even more so if your favorite brand has just introduced a new formula of lipstick, right? I was delighted when I heard that Rare Beauty is launching new matte lipsticks. I went in to my local Sephora a few days back and they had these beautiful lipsticks on display. So I swatched all and picked up one shade from the Rare Beauty Kind Words Matte Lipstick Line. They also had the new lip liners, so I went ahead and swatched those as well.

According to the …

Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain Review And Swatches

July 11, 2022

Let me start by saying that I love lip satins. The ones that make you look like you have just had a popsicle are my favorites. But sometimes lip stains can be drying. That's why I was excited to try the Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain because it claims to be hydrating.

The Sephora website says this is “A lip stain that goes on glossy and leaves behind a soft tint, delivering rapid hydration for an effortless, low-maintenance look.”

Packaging Of The Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain

The product is packaged in a white plastic tube and has …

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lip & Cheek Glow Review

July 6, 2022

Slowly but surely I am adding more Charlotte Tilbury makeup to my collection. My latest acquisition is the Charlotte Tilbury Lip & Cheek Glow Blush & Lip Tint.

According to the Nordstrom website this is “A Nordstrom-exclusive cream blush and lip tint in one for a radiant glow.”

Packaging Of The Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lip & Cheek Glow

This product is housed in a small plastic rose gold compact. It is a very reflective and lightweight packaging. The compact has a mirror and a snap closure. It is such a small, cute compact that is perfect to travel with.…

New Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish Divine Blush Duo Swatches

June 21, 2022

I have an extensive blush collection. It's still hard for me to believe that I did not have any Pat McGrath Labs blushes in my collection. That has changed! Because I got the new Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish Divine Blush Duo a few days back. I am super excited, as this is my first blush from this brand.

According to Sephora this is “A divine duo of petal-soft powder blush, curated to blend together for a unique, feather-light, silk-velvet finish.”

Packaging Of The Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish Divine Blush Duo

The outer packaging is made up of hard …

LYS Beauty Triple Fix Setting Powder Review

June 17, 2022

Whenever I do not want a dewy finish, I use setting powders. This keeps everything looking perfect for as long as possible. LYS Beauty Triple Fix Setting Powder is the newest setting powder in my collection.

According to Sephora this is “A translucent, pressed setting powder that blurs the skin and locks complexion products in place while absorbing excess oil for a natural-matte finish.”

Packaging Of The LYS Beauty Triple Fix Setting Powder

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

Kylie Cosmetics Kendall Collection Lip Crayon Set Review

June 13, 2022

A few days ago I saw this Kylie Cosmetics Kendall Collection Lip Crayon Set at Ulta Beauty. I like lip crayons. I had tried a few Kylie Cosmetics products in the past and liked them. So I go this set.

According to Ulta this is “The Lip Crayon Set features three rosy shades. This convenient stick format makes application easy as the product glides on like a dream while the soft, creamy formula ensures lips remain comfortable.”

Packaging Of The Kylie Cosmetics Kendall Collection Lip Crayon

I love the lilac packaging. The cap clicks shut and it does not open …

Haus Labs By Lady Gaga New Makeup Reviews

June 10, 2022

Who doesn't like new makeup? I was thrilled when I received these products from Influenster and Haus Labs in exchange for my honest opinion. Haus Labs is Lady Gaga's makeup line. So, I have a few items to review today. Sephora is carrying Haus Labs By Lady Gaga Makeup.

Haus Labs By Lady Gaga Le Monster Lip Crayon Lipstick

This shade I received is Peach Matte. Peach Matte is a warm light nude. On my medium skin tone I feel this color washes me out by itself. But if …

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 Review

May 26, 2022

Summer time is perfect to wear a tinted moisturizer. I used the older version of the Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 for years. I was a fan of the older version, so I had mixed feelings when I came to know they had a new formula. Over the years I tried a few tinted moisturizers. And a few months back I tried this a new version of the Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer.

According to Sephora this is “a bestselling tinted moisturizer with a new and improved formula, infused with skincare benefits for up to 24-hour hydration and …

Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Eyeshadow Palette Of Pearls Review

May 23, 2022

This stunning beauty came out last year. I have enjoyed it for a few months. In fact I still enjoy using it but never got around to reviewing it. Better late than never. So after months of using it here is my Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Eyeshadow Palette Of Pearls Review. I often take a lot of pictures before I swatch and use a makeup product. That way I have beautiful product pictures no matter when I actually review that product.

Sephora website says this is “A limited-edition, four-step, easy-to-use eyeshadow palette in pearlescent packaging with shimmering Mother of Pearl Pink …