Misc Beauty Tools -Unlisted Brand - Panasonic Heated Eyelash Curler 
MiaMore84 6/16/2012 5:55:00 AM
I bought mine on Fry's site for only $15 and it works great so far! Panasonic is a trusted brand so I know I'm not getting ripped off for something that'll stop working after few tries. I love that it heats up fairly quickly and it works on my stick-straight Asian lashes with or without mascara. I like that it doesn't feel too hot either. Totally safe and effective! I'm happy with my purchase. I'll update if it ever gives me issues w/performance but I don't suspect that'll happen anytime soon.
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Misc Beauty Tools -Sonia Kashuk - Deluxe Travel Eyelash Curler
MiaMore84 6/16/2012 5:48:00 AM
This used to be my go-to lash curler before I discovered the miracle that is the Shu Uemura. If you have small monolids like me and want a cheaper drugstore brand, this is it! It comes in a white plastic folding travel version. Because of the way you hold the curler, it doesn't pinch or tug which is a huge deal-breaker for me with others I've tried. PROS: - Only $10 @ Target - No pinching - No tugging - Perfect curvature for my monolids - Folding handle is great for keeping in purse - Sky high lashes - Easy to curl lashes CONS: - Doesn't come w/a refill pad - Cheap quality of rubber pad...only bad thing is that it doesn't last long. After about a month or two of using everyday, the rubber will get all cut up from the plastic edge.
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Misc Beauty Tools -Shu Uemura - Eyelash Curler
MiaMore84 6/16/2012 5:31:00 AM
Absolutely AMAZING! The BEST out of my 3 fav curlers: 1. Shu Uemura - AMAZING (see below for Pros/Cons) 2. Tarte (w/purple handles) - great quality, curls great, lasts forever, cute packaging, affordable $15 @ Sephora as a duo gift w/mini Lights, Camera, Lashes mascara which is also a keeper. 3. Sonia Kashuk (white plastic folding curler) - This was my go-to before I tried the Tarte then finally the Shu. It's only $10 @ Target and works great for my small eyes w/out pinching/pulling. SHU UEMURA CURLER REVIEW: PROS - Is simply the BEST at achieving that perfect curl that lasts forever and not that gross L-shape curl that the cheaper curlers can give - PERFECT size, shape, curvature, length of handle for Asian eyes - Does NOT pinch and pull like the Shiseido did to me...I know a lot of people compare this to the Shiseido but althought the Shiseido version was nicer metal, the shape did not work well for my eyes...ouch! - High quality rubber lasts forever CONS: - No longer carry in US...I had to order online but w/free shipping it arrived in less than 3 days! - $20 a little on the spendy side but honestly, I'd rather spend this much and use it forever than buy a $10 one at a drug store and have to replace it every few weeks (this was the only downside of the Sonia K one...it works great but the rubber is so low end that it'll break apart fast) I LOVE this curler. I'll never buy anything else!
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Mascara -Unlisted Brand - TonyMoly - Double Needs Mascara
MiaMore84 6/15/2012 2:58:00 AM
I got this as a gift from a cousin visiting from South Korea...good thing I didn't buy it myself! PROS: - Really lengthens...even without fibers - Easy to remove - Doesn't smudge - No flaking - Lashes stay fairly soft - Black color, dark - Nice brush size, good for smaller eyes and corners CONS: - DOES NOT HOLD A CURL! It's extremely rare that my HG Shiseido mascara base doesn't help hold a curl and with this mascara, my lashes just drooped instantly :( - Can't really layer...major droopage - Formula is waaay to wet - Long drying time - Can be super clumpy - Not waterproof Not worth purchasing for me, if it doesn't hold a curl...it's useless to me.
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Mascara -Maybelline - Volum' Express The Mega Plush Waterproof
MiaMore84 6/10/2012 1:56:00 AM
Not the best, not the worst. PROS: - Cute packaging - Nice gel formula:not too wet, not too dry - Buildable formula - Affordable - Waterproof - No smudging - No flaking - Nice sized brush - Soft lashes - Decent at holding a curl - Natural look CONS: - Flexi-wand might be bothersome for some but I actually found it easier to apply light coats - Doesn't lengthen - Doesn't volumize as advertised If you're looking for the VAVOOM look, this isn't for you. I did like the formula but the look is waaay to natural for my liking.
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Skincare - Face -Estee Lauder - Advanced Night Repair - Protective Recovery Complex
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 4:02:00 AM
This little bottle of magic saved my skin when I needed it most. PROS: -Actually works! I saw results after using only a third of the bottle and so did everyone else I knew who noticed my skin -Skin glows -A little goes a long way -Awesome dropper so you don't waste product -Doesn't feel greasy or oily -Moisturizing -Feels so comfy on skin -WORTH THE MONEY -Made my skin less sensitive, didn't make me break out -Not harsh -No harsh smell either -Has years of research and proven results -Internationally trusted brand CONS: -Expensive (but worth it b/c it actually has results) Will repurchase again and again
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Treatments -Garnier - Dark Spot Treatment
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 3:52:00 AM
TOTAL GIMMICK PROS: -Smells citris-y and fresh -Affordable compared to other "dark spot treatments" -Not harsh on skin -Spreads easily -Not oily -Nice design to disperse product CONS: -DOES NOT DO WHAT IT CLAIMS - there was absolutely NO change in my dark spots -MAKE ME BREAK OUT - around my mouth and sides of my face...I don't have acne-prone skin so I have no idea what made it do such a thing! -Waste of money - not exactly cheap either -Can be a little drying/not very moisturizing -No SPF protection -Not a whole lot of product in the tube -TOTAL GIMMICK I'll just spend the extra bucks to buy something that does what it claims
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Moisturizers -Boots - expert shine control lotion
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 3:39:00 AM
It actually worked on my combo skin w/oily t-zone PROS: Affordable Easy to find (@ Target) No harsh scent - smells very fresh and pleasant Not harsh Spreads nicely A little goes a long way Good amount of product Didn't make me break out Nice cool feeling on skin Skin feels soft and matte Made my t-zone less oily by end of the day! Doesn't affect my BB cream/foundation...still blends well Great trustable brand name: BOOTS CONS: The pump SUCKS - can disperse too much product by shooting it out and can get stuck at times Can be somewhat drying on your already dry patches I'd totally repurchase anything from Boots!
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Mascara -Etude - Lash Perm Mascara
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 3:33:00 AM
I got this as a gift from a cousin who was visiting from Seoul, Korea... PROS: Cute/sturdy packaging A lot of product Nice wand w/perfect sized, curved brush for my small eyes Not too much product on the brush No flakes No smudging No running Easy to remove CONS: Wet formula No volume DOES NOT HOLD A CURL! It made my lashes droop after I spent time curling them FAIL.
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Powder -Cover FX - Cover Fx - Powder Fx
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 3:27:00 AM
Best coverage powder! - Unbeatable coverage - Fine powder/blendable - Great staying power - Great for Asian skin tones - Expensive (but worth it) - Under-rated - Covers without drying or flaking - Not oily - Skin can still breathe
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Powder -Cover FX - Powder FX Mineral Powder Foundation
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 3:25:00 AM
Best coverage powder! - Unbeatable coverage - Fine powder/blendable - Great staying power - Great for Asian skin tones - Expensive (but worth it) - Under-rated - Covers without drying or flaking - Not oily - Skin can still breathe
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Pressed Powders -Revlon - PhotoReady Powder
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 3:21:00 AM
I used to LOVE Revlon's Colorstay Pressed Powder in the round case but this PhotoReady line is not the one for me. - Coverage is too light - Doesn't blend well - If you have dry skin/dry patches...it accentuates and flakes - Doesn't cover pores well - Skin looks blotchy by end of the day - Staying power isn't very good - Expensive for quality - Crappy brush...does more harm that good - Small mirror, worthless - Low quality packaging Will NOT be repurchasing
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Highlighters -Physicians Formula - Mineral Glow Pearls- Translucent Pearls
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 3:00:00 AM
I can't believe I wasted $15 on this thing! PROS: Nice packaging Separate compartment for brush Fine crystals CONS: ZERO staying power NOT visible AT ALL Waste of money EXPENSIVE for what it is NEVER AGAIN.
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Eye Makeup Remover -Neutrogena - Oil Free eye makeup remover
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 2:56:00 AM
A definite drug-store winner!!! It's something I'm always going to have and repurchase. A staple in my makeup remover army. PROS: Affordable Easy to find/ always in stock Works great! Oil-free formula is what I need for my lash extensions Not harsh No strong smell Good amount of product in the bottle No icky residue CONS: This isn't REALLY a con b/c it's virtually IMPOSSIBLE to remove a lot of WP Japanese mascaras (especially my Majolica Majorca - truly bulletproof this one is) but yeah, it doesn't remove them ...by itself that is. The trick is to add a little bit of OLIVE OIL to the cotton swab along with the Neutrogena Oil-Free remover and you let your lashes soak for a min and it'll come off...eventually haha. Will I repurchase? YES!!!!
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Mascara -E.L.F. - Lengthening & Defining Mascara
MiaMore84 6/9/2012 2:50:00 AM
Honestly not too shabby for a $1 mascara! I bought this on a whim b/c I have this obsession with mascaras and I have to put one in my basket every time I'm at a Target (sigh). PROS: CHEAP! Formula is not too wet/not too dry Cute/sleek packaging No flakes Brush is perfect size for my small eyes Better at volumizing than lengthening Easy to remove CONS: Not waterproof Does NOT hold a curl Not really defining or lengthening Clumpy Too much product on the brush
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