I will rarely splurge on makeup. I feel if it can do the same thing at a lower cost I'm going with that brand. But there are times when you have to splurge or should I say should splurge because after all you do get what you pay for in some instances.
I was very lucky to try Marc Jacobs Velvet Noir mascara from Influenster. To me just the name Marc Jacobs means splurging or pampering so I was very excited to try it. Mascara is one of those products I feel I should splurge on because lashes can make or break a look. I feel super sexy when my lashes are long and lush so I'm no stranger to higher end mascaras. And believe me they all work very differently.
So the first thing I noticed about the Marc Jacobs Velvet Noir is the tube is very eloquent . It's shape is odd and the color is classic black. But something I would display on my vanity for everyone to see. The brush was mind blowing because I always thought it had to be curved to work. NOPE this one is pretty small with I guess an hour glass shape.
This was love at first swipe because now I don't' want to use any other mascara. My lashes look AMAZING (if I must say so myself). They look thicker and have more volume which makes them pop! The mascara doesn't clump or smudge. It last for a long time... I work 10 hours a day and it's still there. But still super easy to remove with a little makeup remover.
Overall I would recommend this mascara and will keep buying it. I am hooked! Thanks Influsenster for letter me try this new must have complimentary!
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This is my second Starlooks Lookbook and so excited. The "look" or theme is Revival and the colors are STUNNING!! I can't wait to start playing and creating looks.
If you don't know what LooksBook is ~~ It's a monthly subscription in a book type package. These looks are a themed differently and delivered to your door every month.
The book is small box that holds the three pieces of makeup in place so it's very portable. It would be easy to toss in my purse or gym bag. I have I opened the book and there is a lipstick, eye shadow duo, and mascara. They are deluxe samples in other words. the perfect sizes.
The top of the book has pictures with tips on how to complete the perfect look with those products. Since they are connected to the box I don't have to worry about them falling off and getting misplaced.
Like I mentioned the theme is Revival so I had no idea what to expect from the colors.
So what's in my Looksbook? Eyeshadow duo in Agave:
I fell in love with the eye shadow duo the minute i opened the box. Then when when I saw the picture of it applied, I loved it even more. They are both beautiful matte colors
Tube of Lipstick in Rawr: Is a really beautiful mauve, magenta shade. This is a color i would have picked out myself. It is a little bright but it's a perfect fall color. I couldn't wait to wear it!
The mascara in Flora:
This one totally threw me off. It's a teal color and I was not expecting that. It's is much prettier than I was expecting and once I saw the picture in the tips I couldn't wait to use it.
This month's Lookbook exceeded my expectations!! So I'll say it again of all the subscription boxes this is one of my favorites.
It's not just that the products are awesome but I like the themed concept as well. I'm getting a new different look to try every month. So I'm getting introduced to colors new exciting colors that I may never have tried.
The little box/book is so compact I can easily throw two or three in my suitcase/camper and have three possibly more different looks without taking up too much space.
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If this isn't something your interested in remember, Starlooks has The Legacy Starbox ~~ three, pro quality, starlooks cosmetics delivered to your door monthly for only $15.00
or The Custom Box ~~ You have some control you choose three out of six deluxe size beauty products which is delivered to your door for only $12.00 per month.
Unlike some boxes ---- Starlooks boxes are shipped INTERNATIONALLY just contact them for more details info@starlooks.com or call 1 (949) 679-0679
I received this product complimentary in exchange for my honest opinion but the opinion expressed is all mine. I would never recommend a product I didn't feel was good for my readers
Even if you haven't been following me long I'm sure it's no secret I love makeup. I love to try different brands and different colors. I could play with makeup all day. When I was chosen to review Paula Dorf's Aztec City Eye Pallete and a Paula Dorf Teal Mascara I was really excited because the colors looked amazing.
I have never used Paula Dorf makeup before but they is famous for unique "trick" products that offer solutions to every woman's makeup concerns. In addition they offer uniquely patented brushes that have never been able to be duplicated. Their signature phrase is "Become your own makeup artist®."
These colors are prefect to go back to fall in style. The pictures that I saw did not do this palette justice. When I opened the box the color are stunning. It has nudes and classy colors all of which work together in harmony. The colors are perfect and you can use a few or mix them all to create an amazing look. There is no end to the looks that can be create with this palette.
The colors are all matte and the majority of the palette is neutral colors. I was nervous when I saw the blue but it blends perfectly with the others.
I was a little nervous about the teal mascara that is not a color I would normally wear but hey I'll try anything, So when I put on the mascara is went on smooth and was not clumpy. It is a very pretty color and although teal, it is a shade that is light enough not to be overbearing or too bold.
Readers will receive a code for a free Paula Dorf Teal Mascara with purchase!
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This post was powered by Brandbacker and I was given these products complimentary in exchange for an honest review but the opinion expressed is all mine. I only recommend products I feel are good for my readers.
One Direction is releasing more amazing makeup and you have the chance to win one of the sets before they are released in stores.
FOR LASHES- Make a subtle statement by adding a pop of colour to the tips of your lashes, or add coats to your entire lashes for a shockingly chic look. The more the better!
AS A HAIR MASCARA- Apply to small sections of hair and swipe through for instant ELECTRIC highlights.
Why don’t we go there- Shock of blue
Does he know?- Pinkest hot pink
Story of my life- Amped canary yellow
LIQUILIGHTS GLOW GLOSS
Liquilights Glow Gloss sparkles brilliantly during the day and illuminates under UV black light after dark. Enriched with natural oils and vitamin E to keep your lips soft and hydrated all day and all night.
Gloss can be worn alone for a pop of sparkle and color, or paired with One Direction crème lipstick for a bolder look.
Through the Dark- Electric glitter poppy lip gloss that glows to neon red-orange under UV light
Kiss You- Orange glitter rush lip gloss that glows to neon yellow under UV light
Taken - Powerhouse glitter pink lip gloss that glows to neon orange under UV light
ROCK ME NAIL KIT
ROCK ME NAIL KIT, featuring NEON UV-REACTIVE Nail Varnish and UV-REACTIVE GLITTER nail toppings that add even more sizzle to your mani, for nails that light up day and night.
Sprinkle the glitter over wet polish for a subtle accent, or go for the glitz and dip your entire wet mani in mega-watt sparkle!
Nail Varnish:
Happily– UV iced blue glitter
Moments- UV neon pink
Diana- UV 3D holographic
Glitter Toppings:
Kicks- UV snow cone blue
Not afraid- UV electrified pink glitter
Star-- UV holo glitter
Very soon I will have a review and pictures with all the scoop on these awesome limited collections. Until then Enter to win your own! Good luck
Makeup by One Direction will hit the follow stores November 15th!
Macy's
Dillards
Boscov's
Stage Stores
Beauty Brands
Lord & Taylor
alwaysblabbing was not compensated for this post and is not responsible for prize fulfillment.
It's time to start thinking about the holidays! this giveaway from MÃa Mariú Cosmetics could take care of some present. The MÃa Mariú philosophy makes the connection with Beauty and Health in Harmony. MÃa Mariú’s high performance products are formulated with the most natural ingredients available helping you achieve vibrant beauty and health inside and out. Wow what an amazing giveaway. This is one that I would love to win.
MÃa Mariú offers natural skin care, professional makeup artist quality mineral cosmetics and brushes to Reveal Your Unique Shade of Beauty.
Win a selection of makeup from MÃa Mariú. One LUCKY Winner will receive.
1 Hydrating Stick Gloss
1 Mineral Blush
2 Loose Mineral Shadow Liners
1 Perfecting Finish Volumizing and Lengthening Mascara
1 Intense Eyeliner and some sample products. All of the products in your own color choices!
To win just enter the Giveaway Tool below. If you have won a MÃa Mariú giveaway anytime from another blog in the last 12 months, you are not eligible to win this giveaway. The giveaway will run from October 15 through October 30, 2014 at 12AM EST and is open to US residents, ages 18 and older. Entries will be verified. Winners will be notified via email (consider adding desafiointhecity (at) gmail (dot) com to your safe list) – winner will have 48 hours to respond and claim prize or another winner will be selected.
Check out Letty's review on MÃa Mariú Cosmetics: Mia Mariu Review
Disclosure:alwaysblabbing was not compensated for this post. DesafÃo In The City is not responsible for fulfillment of this prize. Fulfillment of the prize is the responsibility of MÃa Mariú and will be shipped by MÃa Mariú. This giveaway and post are not affiliated, endorsed, or sponsored by Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, or any other social media platforms. If you have any questions, or would like to see your product featured on DesafÃo In The City, in your next product review or giveaway, please contact Leticia Chen at desafiointhecity (at) gmail (dot) com.
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I have a good time reviewing any type of product but makeup is one of my favorite things to review. There is just something exciting about getting new makeup and trying a new look. I have an amazing new brand that I discovered to tell ya'll about. Eddie Funkhouser is a revolutionary color cosmetics line created by professional makeup artist and creative visionary, Eddie Funkhouser. With its refined, minimalist packaging, and world-class, studio grade formulas (created predominantly in Italy) The Eddie Funkhouser range has the look and performance of prestige cosmetics delivered to customers everywhere at an unprecedented value
When I pulled the box out of the package I thought it was cute with the signature. When I opened the box is was amazed at how generous Eddie Funkhouser was with the products provided for me to review. There is a section on the website with looks for 2014 and I liked a lot of them but I LOVED Sassy. I was just so pretty and I couldn't stop admiring it. To my surprise they provided me most of the products need to recreate this look.
I will start with the HyperReal Eye Color Palette in Bedroom Eyes. This quad is gorgeous, the colors are a semi shimmer but still matte enough to wear in an every day look. It is nicely pigmented and goes on very smooth. When you run your brush over the shadow you get just enough to apply with very little fall out. It doesn't crease, settle, or fade through the day. It sells for only $14.99!
I received an Ultra Intensity Cheek Color in Plum Crazy it is pretty pink shade and the texture feel amazing smooth when applying. It goes on giving such a beautiful glow you could almost pull it off as natural if you only use a little. The shimmer is perfect and it feels like silk when applied. Sells for $8.99
The Haze Graffiti Liquid eyeliner is a beautiful glittery purple. It goes on smooth with no skips. You do need to dip it back in the bottle to have enough for the entire eye. It has a bold shimmery look that is perfect for a night out. Quick tip let it dry for a few seconds before opening your eyes. It is long lasting and doesn't smudge and it made my blue eyes pop! Sells for $9.99
The Quadro Variable Lash mascara is in a big tube but it's not bulky. The wand is big but can still be used on bottom lashes without making a mess. I have never used a mascara like this, there is a dial on the wand. It provides four different looks or combine them all for amazing dramatic lashes. The mascara has this intense black color which we all know makes a great mascara. It is not a messy mascara or tacky and does not smudge or flake. Removal is clean and it comes off easily. I always use an eyelash curler before applying mascara. Sells for $12.99
I also received a Hyperreal Eye color in Lavender Sky which of course is a pretty shade of lavender. I used this color as an under eye highlighter because it is a soft shimmery color. It is pressed but is easy to get on the brush with very little fall out so there is no messy flakes everywhere. Sells for $8.49
The Hyperreal Hydrating lipgloss I received is called Publicity Stunt a grape graze and it is a shade of purple. I was a little afraid of this lipgloss but I wore purple lipstick for the longest time. I seems that colored lipsticks are making there way back to be a trend once again. The lipstick goes on very smooth and silky with no gooey, sticky feeling. It is also very long lasting. The color is pretty but it is very dark for me unless blotted. Once blotted it is very pretty.
Guess what!?! Eddie Funkhouser Cosmetics is giving you a chance to win their featured look, Belle De Jour! It's very similar to the look I shared with you so I know it's amazing! So that means a giveaway! But first I have to go over some rules:
Entries will be accepted from 08/18/14- 09/01/14
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I received these products complimentary in exchange for an honest uncompensated review but the opinion expressed is all mine. Rest assured I only recommend products that are good for my readers.
I was excited when I was chosen to review Makeup by One Direction for y'all but then I was little nervous. I'm not a teenager anymore and One Direction is a teen age heartthrob band. So It would only make sense if the makeup was made for young girls. There are three different collections inspired by the band's chart topping albums Midnight Memories, Take Me Home, and Up all Night. Each limited edition The Looks Collection has everything you need to enhance your beauty style all in a collectible tin.
Every tin contains a Little Black Dress Mascara, four velvety, pigment-rich eye shadows, and a bold glitter creme shadow, Chubby eye and body crayon , nail varnish in fashion forward shades including metallics and golden glitter flakes.
Like I mentioned there are three collections to choose from and I was VERY happy when I saw the collection I was sent. These colors are perfect for me so I would wear them and be able to work well with them.
I got the Take me Home Collection the palette is semi-neutral and I say semi because there is a glitter crease so it can be ramped up to a beautiful night time look. The palette is a little less pigmented than I expected being geared towards younger girls I thought it would be very bold and bright but it went on beautifully. Even the shimmer (not the glitter) color was very pretty and mildly shimmery. It was just enough shimmer to give it a little sparkle. I will continue to wear the palette until I run out. I love the colors and I love the look of them on. On a primed eyelid the shadow was very smooth and long lasting. It did not crease or fade. This is when I wore them all without the glitter shadow.
The mascara is an average mascara with a nice long handle to the wand. The brush is slim and easy to use on both top and bottom lashes. You won't hear me say this often but it works better with a swooping motion instead of a wiggling motion. In my honest opinion there was no wow factor with the mascara at all. It was not bold or intense nor did it give my lashes a great curl or tons of volume. It would be perfect for an every day mascara where you are not looking for dramatic lashes. I did notice smudging at the end of the day but that could be avoided if you don't sweet like I did.
The lip gloss is orange and I thought I wouldn't like it but it's adorable. It is very shimmery but still very pretty on. It's enough glimmer and glitter to make my lips sparkle. But it was not too much were I looked like I was going out to a club.
The Chubby eye and body crayon is brown and could be used as eyeliner if you wanted. It can be used for your face or body to draw what you want, the kit comes with stencils so they would work hand and hand together. The body crayon goes on extremely smooth and the line can be as thick or thin as you want, you are in complete control .
The nail polish is a multi-colored glitter formulated for quick drying and long wear. I have this love/hate relationship with glitter. I love the way it looks, but I hate the way it sticks like super glue. I of course will never stop wearing glitter.
The lipstick looks like it would be an extremely bright pink but it is a very pretty shade. It goes on smooth and is long wearing. It doesn't feel icky or gooey on my lips so I don't feel the need to wipe it off after a few minutes.
The tin has a cute brick design and all of the makeup works a brick design in as well. I think that the tin is adorable and so is the makeup. I would like to keep the makeup and the tin as a collector's item but I will use the makeup instead. It's really too pretty to pack away. The makeup is by Markwins which has received numerous safety awards and is committed to cruelty free practices
This post was powered by Brandback. I received the products complimentary in exchange for an honest uncompensated review but the opinion expressed is all mine. Rest assured I only recommend products I feel are good for my readers.
I've been seeing Mally Beauty but never had the pleasure of trying it until recently. They agreed to work with me for a review and I was sent an EverColor Poreless Face Defender and a Waterproof Volumizing Mascara. I'm very excited to tell y'all about both of them.
Mally's EverColor Poreless Face Defender is the perfect finishing touch for your makeup. It yields an utterly sheer, featherweight product that diffuses the look of pores, minimizes fine lines, and helps protect your makeup so it last from morning to night. Face Defender gives you a flawless matte finish without the dry, ashy look of powder. If you are like me you think wow but where do I fit this into my beauty routine? So I found a super cute video on the Mally site and what they have found is powder settles into your fine lines and pores and instead of covering them it in a sense accents them!! That's not why we wear make up is it? We never want to accent our flaws.
So Evercolor Poreless Face Defender comes in a compact with the most amazing application sponge. It is clear with a cream like consistency. To apply you dip the sponge and pat on. They recommend not rubbing because you may move your make up. I was so afraid to let go of my powder, it has been a part of my beauty routine for a very long time. But I threw caution to the wind and tried Mally's Evercolor Poreless Face Defender.
I know I've mentioned before my skin is oily and with this product I have experienced no oiliness. My face looked matte and finished just like i would have applied powder. It blends very well and being clear of course you don't see it. What I did notice is my pores didn't look as big. Normally I scream in the mirror because my pores look like craters. But with the FaceDefender they were not as noticeable. It feels like nothing on and it only cakes if you put too much in one area but that's easily corrected. Just blend a little more. My foundation lasted all day and I experienced no pealing or flaking. If you notice my makeup looks flawless. It's like I have no blemishes what so ever, which is NOT the case but it's nice to look like that. I give this product 2 thumbs up. It's one of those products you don't know you need until you try it. Oh and the sponge is so soft and works so great if I can buy just the sponge I'm getting some.
I will admit I thought great another mascara but I am a huge mascara snob. I found one that I love and since then no others come close. So I was prepared to hate this mascara. I was pretty convinced it would not be for me but I tried it any way. When I pulled it out I thought it was incredibly cute in it's pink tube. So I opened the Mally Volumizing Mascara the brush is a normal shape and not extremely thick. I liked the shape and size because I could easily use it on my lower lashes. That is a really big deal because most of the time I use a separate mascara for my bottom lashes.
I applied the mascara by doing the wiggle technique, not the swiping. If you are not familiar with the wiggle let me explain, you take the brush and 'wiggle" it from side to side against the a lashes instead of going from the base of your lashes up. This is my go to technique and I find it helps achieve volume avoid clumping and sticking. I was very amazed at the amount of volume this mascara provided. The wow factor was there as well because it made my lashes bold and visible. Even the hubby complimented on it. It goes on easily and dries quickly between layers. This can be an everyday mascara or a dramatic look, night on the town mascara. It is very long lasting with no flaking or peeling. Despite being waterproof it removes easily without a messy residue. I give this mascara 2 thumbs up I love it. It works as well as my favorite which is saying a lot.
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Both of these products are on Mally's best selling list and I see why. I would recommend trying them and I will purchase them when I run out. I am very impressed with Mally Beauty and would like to try their other products. Do you have a favorite Mally Beauty product or something you would love to try? Leave me a comment and let me know.
I received these product complimentary in exchange for an honest uncompensated review but the opinions expressed is all mine. I only recommend products I feel are good for my readers.
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