Lip Treatments -Sally Hansen - Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy Moisture Plump Lip Balm in Sweet Plum
lba619 8/26/2008 12:12:00 AM
I love lip balms, almost all of them. The more, the Merrier! I went to CVS tonight to pick up the Carmindy foundation, and decided to look around. I already have her cream blush in Bloom and love it. So anyway, I found my foundation and spotted the lip balms. I was drawn to the word "Plump". How awesome would it be to find the perfect moisture, the perfect plump, in a non waxy pretty colored lip balm! I checked out the shades and they all appeared too coppery/warm to me, except this one. If you have ever seen or tried Clinique's Almost Lipstick in Black Honey you know that it is possible to have an almost black in the tube looking lippie turn out a beautiful berry color. This is what I imagined. So, I brought it home. Upon trying out this lip balm I immediately noticed the smell and taste. Not overpowering at all, just right. Tasted almost like grape to me, but just a touch. And I was correct about the color, it was a very pretty shade of pinkish berry! It reminded me so much of Black Honey that I swatched them together to make sure they weren't exactly the same! Close, but not quite. Black honey is a darker berry, while Sweet Plum is slightly more pink. See above for swatch. The texture of this lip balm is amazing! Not waxy or sticky, with moisture, leaving my lips soft and supple. The only disappointment is there is no plump that I can see or feel. Too good to be true I guess! If you love Black Honey, you will love this. Except for the slight color difference, there is no other difference than the price. I would buy this again, and probably will go back and try other colors. Sweet Plum will be perfect for fall!
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Lip Gloss -Wet 'n' Wild - Mega Mixers Island Mojo
lba619 8/4/2008 10:57:00 AM
I originally picked up Pina Colada while on a trip, and was instantly in love. On the way home I picked up a second Pina Colada and Island Mojo. I love the fruity smell and the sweet taste! These are very moisturizing, and not too slick or greasy (which I hate). I am a die hard peppermint fan, and have not found anything else I can tolerate until these! The only drawback is the pot. I can't stand getting anything under my fingernails, so the pot is not my first, or 100th choice. Still, for .99 this is a great product!
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Styling Products -Beyond The Zone - Get N Creamed [DISCONTINUED]
lba619 7/17/2008 12:43:00 PM
I hate to be a wet noodle, but I hated this stuff. I was looking for a quick replacement for my HG FF Glossing Cream, and this was recommended on the HB. I picked it up and, at first, liked it. Similar ingredients as GC, but not the same texture, so I worked with several amounts to find the right effect. Even recommended it to my DD with thick, long curly hair. I went on a trip and that's when the problems started. The packaging leaked the stuff all over my hair supplies travel bag. Then I noticed the product separating terribly! I asked about this on the HB without much response. It continued to separate until it was a greasy, leaky mess! I tried to shake it, but it just flung out of the top everywhere! Just unusable! Also smelled terrible! I promptly threw it away and will not repurchase!
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Mascara -Unlisted Brand - Magic Lash Mascara Enhancer
lba619 3/11/2008 5:03:00 PM
I received an email about this product awhile back, but after seeing the recent review from Pursebuzz on Youtube I decided to give it a try. I ordered it, then before I could try it, Enkore also did a review! This is available online at overallbeauty.com. So far this is the only place I have seen it. First of all, let me say that this is NOT a mascara, it is "lash lengthening natural fibers" per the ingredients list. This tube includes a typical mascara wand, but inside is dry, white tiny fibers. Instructions for use are included with this product, and it does help to follow them. It takes a little practice to get the desired results, but it is worth it! First, I tap off some of the product onto a tissue so I don't apply too much. You can always pick up more from the tissue if you need it. You then apply a light coat of your choice of mascara, and, while still wet, touch the applicator wand to your lashes. Do one eye at the time because the mascara needs to be wet for the fibers to stick. Follow up with more mascara. You can repeat the steps as many times as you want to get the desired effect. Washes off easily with your regular makeup removal technique. This tube is reported to last through 3-4 mascara tubes. A little goes a long way. It also is not recommended for contact lens users because the fibers can get onto contacts, so be careful. I have used this a handful of times and must say this makes a BIG difference in my lashes. They are longer and fuller than ever! I will definately repurchase! See pics above for comparisons! Left eye with Lash Blast x3 coats. Right eye with Lash Blast x3 coats with Magic Lash! Also in my profile.
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Lip Treatments -Soap and Glory - Sexy Motherpucker Lip Gloss
lba619 1/20/2008 7:05:00 PM
I was looking for a lip plumper along the lines of Lip Fusion without the price tag, and spotted this at Target. I first bought the clear, and fell in love. I have had a sample of Lip Fusion in the past, and thought that Sexy MP was as good if not better than LF. I love the tingle plumpers or peppermint products give on my lips, so if you don't, beware! I went out later and picked up the Nude shade of this gloss, and love it as well. My HG. Will definately repurchase.
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Lip Gloss -Cargo - Machu Picchu lipgloss
lba619 1/20/2008 6:59:00 PM
I purchased the Cargo Gift tags with gloss this past Christmas for my daughters and nieces. I had one left over, so I tried this gloss, and absolutely love it! The pink side is just the perfect pink with gold shimmer, exactly what I was wanting. Immediately purchased the full size! Love!
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Lipstick -L'Oreal - Color Riche Star Secret Aishwarya Beige
lba619 1/20/2008 6:54:00 PM
This lippie looks beige in the tube, but on my pigmented mauve lips it looks pinky. I like the color very much for a quick light color. Will definately repurchase.
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Lipstick -Lancome - Color Design - Trendy Mauve
lba619 1/20/2008 6:50:00 PM
NW25, Lt. Brown, Blue/Hazel, Combo, No Breakouts. I received this from my daughter who did not like it. Imo, it is a neutral pink brown. Since I don't look good in brown lipsticks, I won't be purchasing. Quality is good, just not for me.
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Lipstick -Estee Lauder - Pure Color Lipstick - Sunstone
lba619 1/20/2008 6:42:00 PM
NW25, Lt. Brown, Blue/Hazel, Combo, No Breakouts. I like the formulas of the EL lippies, but can't get past the overwhelming smell! I just can't do it, no matter how much I like the color.
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Lipstick -Estee Lauder - Pure Color Lipstick- Fig
lba619 1/20/2008 6:41:00 PM
NW25, Lt. Brown, Blue/Hazel, Combo, No Breakouts. I like the formulas of the EL lippies, but can't get past the overwhelming smell! I just can't do it, no matter how much I like the color.
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Lipstick -Estee Lauder - Pure Color Lipstick- Tiger Eye
lba619 1/20/2008 6:40:00 PM
NW25, Lt. Brown, Blue/Hazel, Combo, No Breakouts. I like the formulas of the EL lippies, but can't get past the overwhelming smell! I just can't do it, no matter how much I like the color.
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Lipstick -Estee Lauder - Pure Color
lba619 1/20/2008 6:39:00 PM
NW25, Lt. Brown, Blue/Hazel, Combo, No Breakouts. I like the formulas of the EL lippies, but can't get past the overwhelming smell! I just can't do it, no matter how much I like the color.
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Lipstick -Estee Lauder - Estee Lauder Electric Intense Lip Creme - Mad Love
lba619 1/20/2008 6:37:00 PM
NW25, Lt. Brown, Blue/Hazel, Combo, No Breakouts. I like the formulas of the EL lippies, but can't get past the overwhelming smell! I just can't do it, no matter how much I like the color.
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Lipstick -Clinique - Almost Lipstick - Black Honey
lba619 1/20/2008 6:32:00 PM
NW25, Lt. Brown, Blue/Hazel, Combo, No Breakouts. This is my all time HG lipstick! The perfect color for all skintones. Not too heavy or to sheer, just right! Love it, and have repurchased several.
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Lipstick -Avon - Brilliant Moisture Lip Color - Modern
lba619 1/20/2008 6:28:00 PM
NW25, Lt. Brown, Blue/Hazel, Combo, No Breakouts. I have had this lippie for several years, and it is still in great condition. No bad smell or color change. A very pretty neutral pink for me. Very wearable.
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