Liquid -Estee Lauder - Invisible Fluid Makeup
STACEYFFF 5/29/2012 8:27:00 PM
I really like this foundation! I tried a sample and I was actually in awe of how pretty and natural my skin looked. SOLD!! I've been a religious user of EL's Double Wear and Double Wear Light for years. In comparison, both of those feel even heavier (no suprise there). Invisible FF stays on for 5+ hours, longer when set with mattifying powder; even on hot & humid days.
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Mascara -Cover Girl - Natureluxe mousse mascara
STACEYFFF 11/11/2011 10:20:00 AM
I've probably tried about 30 different mascaras over the years, and this one is made for me. It works really well with my super, super fine eyelashes in that it doesn't weigh them down- allowing me to build up really big, bold, curvy and perky lashes. My lashes have never looked longer and fuller while remaining neat and separated. I use it after curling and apply several wet coats. Love! Love! Love this!!!!! Most mascaras are to heavy and bulk-building in their formulas to deliver for my wimpy lashes. I got this as a freebie and was not expecting much. Well, color me surprised!
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Lipstick -Revlon - ColorBurst lipstick in Petal
STACEYFFF 8/7/2011 4:16:00 PM
I'm really surprised by the low rating for this lipstick. Perhaps its too subtle for many. It is lovely!!!! For me, a NC20, this is a really pretty MLBB pale pink with fine gold shimmer. Not icky-frosty-eww--This is very subtle and makes your lips glow. (I hate frosted lipstick!!) It gives balance to the face when heavier eye makeup is applied or is suitable for a natural look.
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Shampoo -Unlisted Brand - Malibu Un Do Goo
STACEYFFF 5/14/2011 6:21:00 PM
This is an effective and gentle sulfate free shampoo. It is my Holy Grail shampoo. It does not dry my fine, curly hair out!!!
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Misc Beauty Tools -Clarisonic - Mia
STACEYFFF 3/29/2011 1:57:00 AM
After going back and forth between the Clarisonic Mia and the Olay Pro-X, there is absolutely no comparison between the two: The Clarisonic is by far superior in achieving improvement in skin clarity and texture. The Olay Pro-X is about on par with using a washcloth, IMHO. I actually was using washcloths before I became convinced I needed to try these products. lol. Clarisonic performs some sort of skin-voodoo. Me like-y.
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Misc Beauty Tools -Olay - Professional Pro-X Advanced Cleansing System
STACEYFFF 3/29/2011 1:56:00 AM
After going back and forth between this and the Clarisonic Mia, there is absolutely no comparison between the two: The Clarisonic is by far superior in achieving improvement in skin clarity and texture. The Olay Pro-X is about on par with using a washcloth, IMHO. I actually was using washcloths before I became convinced I needed to try these products. lol. Clarisonic performs some sort of skin-voodoo. Me like-y.
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Blush -Stila - Convertible Color
STACEYFFF 3/26/2011 6:54:00 PM
I have purchased two CC's and I really do like them- BUT!: They are more than twice the price as Bobbi Brown's Pot Rouge!! Insane. BB product is as good or better. Stila is overpriced for the amount of product you get. Stila: 0.15 oz for $25 USD (seven shades) Bobbi Brown: 0.38 oz for $22 USD!!!! (ten shades!!!)
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Blush -Stila - Petunia Convertible Color
STACEYFFF 3/26/2011 6:50:00 PM
I have purchased two CC's and I really do like them- BUT!: They are more than twice the price as Bobbi Brown's Pot Rouge!! Insane. BB product is as good or better. Stila is overpriced for the amount of product you get. Stila: 0.15 oz for $25 USD (seven shades) Bobbi Brown: 0.38 oz for $22 USD!!!! (ten shades!!!)
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Top/Base Coats -OPI - Natural Nail Base Coat
STACEYFFF 3/20/2011 11:53:00 PM
I love this product.
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Top/Base Coats -OPI - Top Coat
STACEYFFF 3/20/2011 11:49:00 PM
I am surprised to see that my longtime favorite top coat is so poorly reviewed on MUA! Well, I love it. Admittedly, the shine does wear out after a few days and you need to REAPPLY. But still, it's a solid performer.
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Blush -Jemma Kidd Makeup School - Stain, Flush Cream Blush
STACEYFFF 3/20/2011 11:45:00 PM
I hate to disagree with these other reviews- but I was disappointed in this product (I bought both 01 Pose and 02 Masquerade) in that I felt like I had to apply a TON of product to get the color to show up on my NC20 skin. This is in a rather emollient base, so after heavy application to achieve a blushed appearance, they both leave me really shiny from the greasy looking base ingredients. Too bad these don't have more pigmentation. Boo!
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Moisturizers -Lavera - Faces Organic Wild Rose Moisturizing Cream
STACEYFFF 3/20/2011 11:40:00 PM
I bought this on a whim at Target (it was on clearance and I don't know it it is discontinued or not) and I love it! It smells lovely!! It is a rich, soothing, medium weight cream. I have conmbo/ oily skin- and this worked well as a night cream to sooth my chemically battered skin. It really made me glow. It comes in a 30ml/ 1 oz tube and retails for $22( regular price). I will definitely repurchase- it makes my skin so soft. No breakouts observed after two weeks of daily use. Per the Lavera website: "For dry and mature skin This light, nourishing cream restores a radiant, healthy glow to dry and mature skin and offers long lasting hydration. Organic jojoba and wild rose nourish skin deep down, while moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid boost hydration levels and seal in moisture. Plant based liposomes carry nutrients from ginkgo and orange blossom plants deep into the skin. Vitamins C and E protect against environmental damage and pollutants. Provides ideal care during cold winter weather."
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Lips -Laura Mercier - Lip Stain in Shy Pink
STACEYFFF 3/20/2011 11:29:00 PM
This is a good neutral, warm-ish pink. It's too similar in color and finish to my natural lips to really keep this, though. I didn't observe this product to stain my lips either. It was a near-matte lipstick in a jar.
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Eyeliner -Laura Mercier - Black Violet kohl pencil
STACEYFFF 3/20/2011 11:24:00 PM
The color of this pencil is lovely- black violet. Kohl pencil texture- smudgey, smoky, seductive. Me like-y. Not good on waterline and it will eventually smudge. But, still- it's great.
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Brows -NYX - Eyebrow Cake Powder Taupe/Ash
STACEYFFF 3/20/2011 11:21:00 PM
Love this!!! Great neutral colors and wax in a convenient, portable package. This is my night/ drama/ have lots of time to do my brows makeup. Otherwise, I use NYX's Brow Push-Up Bra. Both are staples in my makeup drawer. Go NYX!
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