Monday, April 11, 2011
NYC Smokey Greens vol. II and primer review
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I had meant to test the eye primer that comes with the NYC palette for awhile now. I had previously shrugged it off as not being worth my time simply because it comes in a palette that retails for $3.99. Does it work?
I also wanted to do another look with this palette because I didn't think the other one captured some of the shades well. The primer is a little bit pigmented, on darker skin tones I can see it showing up a little too light. It feels similar to a MAC paint pot but a little more...oily? It does work well for application, it helps to grip the color and I can blend forever without creating bald spots where the product buffs off.
But of course, the true test comes from how long it wears. So here is my shadow 8 hours later:
While it didn't hold up anywhere near as well as UDPP or a MAC paint pot, I do think these are decent for the value. It is nice to have in palette for on the go or traveling in a pinch and compared to some other budget primers (such as Hard Candy) this was a nice surprise and would make a good start for someone who has never tried a primer.NYC palettes can be found in most drugstores and retail for $3.99
Sunday, April 10, 2011
CQ Rustic Dream duochrome- amazing!
Under the lights of Rite Aid I knew this polish was pretty unique but it wasn't until I wore it that I knew just how wonderful this polish is. This is a rusty red/fiery orange/amber yellow and a hintttt of pink. GORGEOUS! I can't help but stare at my nails.
This took 4 coats, could have probably done 3 but the formula is a little thin. The wear on this was fantastic- not a single chip after 4 days. Stupid me decided to slap some glitter over it and it got messed up before it dried. CQ can be found at Rite Aid for $2.99, if you haven't tried them they are worth a look!
BEHOLD RUSTIC DREAM!
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Saturday, April 9, 2011
NYC Smokey Blues palette
As I said back in my post about the Smokey Greens palette that I also found the Smokey Blues. Once again, this is a palette designed to compliment your eye color. The eye primer in this once again leaked some kind of oily substance- which you can see below.
The colors in Smokey Blues are very mixed- a gold highlight, silver purple lid color, rich brown with a slight hint of purple and a dark plum crease color.
The shades do show more brown than purple when applied.As with the other NYC palettes I have tried the quality on these are really good, the colors do compliment themselves. I've recently tested the eye primer, I will have a full review soon but I was pretty happy with it. I would recommend these palettes to anyone.
These palettes can be found at Rite Aid, and anywhere else that carries NYC products, they sell for around $3.99 and contain 4 shadows, a cream highlighter and a primer.
Friday, April 8, 2011
Essie Sand Tropez and Nice is Nice Spring 2011
These are the first Essie's I've picked up since they started showing up in Walmart and drug stores. I actually quite like the change, Essie was not at all accessible for me before and I like the changes to the bottle. Although, I would really like to see them switch out the horrible teeny stiff brush for a nicer one (come on, these are $8 a pop!).
Sand Tropez- I find it kind of sad this is the closest to mannequin hands I've found! I'm a sucker for these taupey shades and this one leans more tan than any in my collection. 3 coats.
Nice is Nice- WTF is with this name? I kinda hate it. This is a nice springy lilac, more vibrant than China Glaze Light As Air.Thursday, April 7, 2011
Yes, another black and pink smoky eye
No clue what was used other than Bright Fuchsia and Urban Decay Zero.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
$OPI in Sephora #212 Pic Spam!
I first saw Sephora on a trip to NYC and regretted not picking it up then. I finally managed to swap for it and it is just as beautiful as I remember. Sephora is a black base that is so loaded with glitter, shimmer and flakies that it appears a golden olive green. Yes: glitter, shimmer AND flakies. My heart be still!
This is 3 coats, great application and wore great for 5 days. Was smooth with a single coat of Seche Vite. Surely in my top 5 favorite polishes.
Pictures were on day 3 of wear so please pardon the tip wear!
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Attack of the giant cat eye!
Ever feel like you've completely lost your makeup inspiration? I just can't seem to get it back :( This is a quick look I threw on after messing up 2 before it.
I think my eyelids are pre maturely aging :(
Products that I can remember using...UDPP in Eden
Fyrinnae French Vanilla Shake
Fyrinnae Ultrasuede (sooooo very lightly in the crease)
L'oreal waterproof liquid liner
UD Zero (over the liquid liner because of some skipping at the edges)
Viva Glam Gaga II
Avon glazewear in Classic Cream
UD X blush (going old school here!)
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