Moisturizers -Murad - Oil-Control Mattifier
rydellpink 5/7/2013 1:00:00 PM
I don't use this as a moisturizer. I use it as a primer. It works well on my skin, and I like that it has SPF. It keeps my skin from looking oily. It can be drying, so I use a heavy cream at night. I haven't had any issues with breakouts from this product. I have been using it for several months and will continue to use it this summer. The tube is large and will last a long time. I have already bought a back up of this product since I like it so much. I paid $39.50 for mine at Sephora.
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Eye Shadow -ModelCo - Colour Box Eyeshadow Single
rydellpink 5/7/2013 12:55:00 PM
I bought this eyeshadow in Antiqua, which is a nice neutral ivory color. It is really a standard eyeshadow. I think it works well, and I will buy it again if it is available. I bought mine from BeautyHabit.com.
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Mascara -BeneFit Cosmetics - BADgal Lash
rydellpink 5/7/2013 12:50:00 PM
At first I wasn't a fan. The brush is huge! After the mascara dried out a little, it was easier to work with. After a week or so I started to like the brush. I may buy this again, but I really like to try new things, so I'm not sure I will. It thickened and lengthened my lashes nicely, but isn't my HG mascara.
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Mascara -Cargo - TexasLash
rydellpink 5/7/2013 12:47:00 PM
This mascara was a big let down for me. I wanted to love it, but it is a clumpy mess. However, I am still using it, but to get it to look good, I use another mascara on top of it. I was sent a sample of ModelCo's LashXtend. For some reason those two work well together, so it makes me feel a little better about spending $21 on something I don't like. I will not buy this again because it is a hassle to put on two mascaras everyday, but I will use it up.
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Mascara -ModelCo - Fibre LASHXTEND
rydellpink 5/7/2013 12:42:00 PM
I received a full size tube from BirchBox. At first I absolutely hated this mascara, but after fulling around with it I found a way to make it work. For the best results, I used another mascara first (right now I'm using Cargo's Texas Lash, which isn't that great either) and then add a coat of the LASHXTEND on top. For some reason this makes both of the mascaras work a lot better. My lashes look longer and fuller and the flaking is minimized. However, when I used the Fibre LASHXTEND by itself, it was a flaky mess that did nothing to thicken my lashes. I will not buy this product because it is a hassle.
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Eyeliner -Stila - Smudge Stick Water Proof Eye Liner in Moray
rydellpink 5/7/2013 12:26:00 PM
I bought this in a set of Stila liners. Moray is an olive green color. It does have some shimmer, but it isn't over the top. I can wear this to work (I work in an office) and it looks nice. This is a great alternative to black or brown liner. It stays where you put it! I do use it over an eye primer. The only issue I have with this product, is that sometimes it is hard for me to turn it to get more out. Other than that, I'm happy. I wish they were a little cheaper. The set is a good deal, so if you are looking into trying new colors, try to find it. The set is $32 at Sephora. If you are only buying Moray, the cost is $20.
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Eyeliner -Maybelline - Define-A-Line Eyeliner in Ebony Black
rydellpink 5/7/2013 12:18:00 PM
I should have checked here before I bought this eyeliner. It transfers to the upper part of my eyelid. I'm not sure if I wrote that out in the best way, but I can't think of another way to describe it. It is very thick and does smudge. I use an eyelid primer before I put this on, and that doesn't stop it from transferring. It is very thick (as the other reviewers have noted). There are better drugstore eyeliners out there! I will not buy this again.
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Eyeliner -Physicians Formula - Eye Definer- Automatic Eye Pencil
rydellpink 10/18/2012 9:39:00 AM
I like this liner. It is easy to use. I use it when I'm in a hurry and don't have time to mess with a liquid or a gel liner. It will smudge if you don't use an eyeshadow primer, but I find it works well with my Urban Decay Primer Potion or Too Faced Shadow Insurance.
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Eyeliner -Boots - Botanics Eye Liner
rydellpink 10/18/2012 9:34:00 AM
I like this liner a lot. I do agree that it is more of a cream versus a gel. I don't use the brush it came with. I use another liner brush. It will smudge if you don't use an eyeshadow primer, but I find it works well with my Urban Decay Primer Potion or Too Faced Shadow Insurance.
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Top/Base Coats -Orly - Top 2 Bottom basecoat and topcoat in one
rydellpink 10/18/2012 8:45:00 AM
This is a decent basecoat. I don't usually use it as a topcoat because I use another quick dry one. It smooths out your nail. I do agree with the reviewer a few below this one, it won't keep your nails from yellowing when you use a dark color.
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Eyeliner -Maybelline - Ultra Liner Waterproof
rydellpink 10/18/2012 8:28:00 AM
My issue with this eyeliner is that it flakes off. It doesn't do it all the time, but it does it enough to annoy me. The brush is decent, which was a bit of a surprise.
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Eyeliner -Ben Nye - Ben Nye Cake Eyeliner
rydellpink 10/18/2012 8:22:00 AM
As far as cake liners go, I think this is one of the best. It works well with water. I also sometimes use Paula Dorf Transformer with this. I have it in black.
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Loose Powders -Ben Nye - Neutral Set translucent powder
rydellpink 10/18/2012 8:17:00 AM
I love love love the Neutral Set powder! It works well at setting makeup, and the price is right. I saved an old powder compact, so I shake a little powder into it and brush all over my face once I'm done with my makeup. I will continue to buy this over and over.
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Lip Gloss -Cover Girl - NatureLuxe Gloss Balm - Coral
rydellpink 10/18/2012 8:03:00 AM
This looks a lot darker in the tube, so don't be scared of the color. It goes on sheer. All in all, I like it. However, I probably won't buy it again (I'm not really loyal to any lip product). It is shimmery, but not overly so.
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Mascara -Clinique - Lash Doubling Mascara
rydellpink 10/18/2012 7:59:00 AM
It looks like people are pretty divided on this mascara. Anyway, I like it. It doesn't give me spider eyes. The right amount comes out on the brush. I have this in black and it is my go to mascara for the day. It really enhances my lashes and makes them stand out.
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