Review: NEW Covergirl Peacock Flare Mascara!

NEW From Covergirl!

Hey everyone! Today I'm reviewing the NEW Covergirl Peacock Flare Mascara. I received this mascara complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes. It retails for about $8 at the drugstore and it should be available now.
I instantly loved the packaging! It's so cute and I love the soft matte cap. Covergirl claims that this mascara will give you length and separation which is exactly the result I got when I tested it out. It coats my lashes super well making them look really dark. I quickly noticed how long this formula made my lashes look and how the wand was great at separation. Now... the separation I get is not a fanned out look that I normally prefer. The wand and formula doesn't add tons of volume so when it separates it actually separates (or clumps) 2 or 3 lashes together.

Here's a closeup of the wand. I felt like it was a little difficult to coat my lashes at first because of how the bristles are lined up. I just wiggled left and right to make sure all my lashes were coated and that trick worked really well. I love the outcome but it did take a little more work than my L'oreal Voluminous Lash Paradise which is my favorite mascara at the moment.

Bottom line: If you're looking for length and separation (borderline clumpy) this is a great option! I prefer a more voluminous mascara so it won't take the place of my current favorite. Let me know your thoughts below! :-)

Cranberry-Mauve Look using NEW Drugstore Makeup! (+ Mini Reviews!)

New at the Drugstore!

Hi everyone! I'm back with a bunch of new drugstore products and some mini reviews! I tried out all the products you see above and I'm super excited to share my thoughts. In the midst of trying them I came up with this cranberry-mauve look and I really like how it turned out. Without delay lets get into the mini reviews, shall we? :-)

*Maybelline Dream Cushion Fresh Face Liquid Foundation in 30 Warm Nude($16)- I really like this foundation! I completely agree with the "fresh face" claim, it's luminous but not too much. I personally prefer matte foundations but now that Spring is coming along and the weather is warming up it tends to be too heavy for me. This is perfect because it's lightweight but still provides great coverage leaving your skin looking youthful! It does come with a sponge applicator which I didn't end up liking, I felt like it made the foundation sit on my face and didn't blend it in. I use my Beauty Blender instead and it gets the job done beautifully.

*CoverGirl Outlast All Day Soft Touch Concealer in 830 light/medium($12)-  This concealer is great for everyday but not my favorite for a full face of makeup. CoverGirl claims that this concealer instantly erases your dark circles which I disagree with. I end up having to layer this concealer because the coverage is pretty light. I don't mind lighter coverage for work or for running errands but for a full face of makeup I wouldn't reach for this one. I really like the sponge applicator, it's perfect for such a sensitive area so kudos to that!

*CoverGirl Outlast Matte Finishing Powder in 830 light to medium($13)- This is a great powder! I really love it for touch ups because it instantly makes my face matte and we all know I love a matte face haha. The foundation doesn't need to be set but out of habit I did it anyway (just my t-zone) and I loved it. I would highly stay away from using it alone as CoverGirl suggest because it made my skin feel so dry! But over foundation and for touch ups it was awesome.

*ULTA Matte Neutrals Eyeshadow Palette($20)- I purchased this palette on a great deal and it was totally worth it! The shadows are buttery, smooth and beautiful colors. They are powdery but they blend so well so I'm OK with that. After comparing it to another higher end all matte palette I found that they have very similar colors so stay tuned for a possible dupe post very soon! ;-)

*Maybelline Color Sensational Inti-Matte Nudes Lipstick in Brown Blush($8)- Maybelline makes my favorite drugstore lipsticks and this new collection is...so good! The collection is the same formula as their creamy mattes, just warmer nudes that are made for different skintones. The lipstick is super comfy, pigmented and smooth and on top of that it's a mauve-brown... need I say anymore?! Definitely check out this collection if your a fan of Maybelline lipsticks!

Alright, that's all I have for you today! I hope these mini reviews were helpful and stay tuned for some more posts in the near future! :-)

Swatches: CoverGirl Katy Kat Matte Lipsticks!

NEW Lipstick Line!

Today I'll be reviewing one of my NEW favorite lipstick lines! Covergirl released a collaboration line with Katy Perry called the Katy Kat Matte Lipsticks and I'm so in love! I purchased them from Ulta during a BOGO sale which is how you should buy all your drugstore makeup btw ;-) CoverGirl claims that these are a demi-matte finish that's not flat or dry and I couldn't agree more!

There's 11 shades total, I purchased the four that stood out to me ( pretty good variety, huh!). The pigmentation is amazing! They stay in place and wear so well. I wore Cat Call to work and during my 8 hour shift it never felt dry. It's a thinner feeling formula too which I think contributes to the comfort level. They have a typical CoverGirl lippie scent, not the most pleasant but it doesn't linger.

 If these swatches don't convince you I don't know what will! haha

I wasn't too impressed with Maroon Meow because it wore a little patchy. A lip liner will quickly fix that issue so I'm not too mad about it. Cosmo Kitty is such a cool shade, specially for the drugstore! Cat Call is my favorite from the bunch, I just can't put it down. Sphynx is a beautiful nude, very flattering.

I really like this line! The formula is awesome... it's demi-matte (lets just satin!)  yet super comfortable! The packaging is also really cool, matte feeling too. Overall I definetely would say to give these a try! Hope these swatches were helpful! :-)

Review: CoverGirl RosesTruNaked Shadow Palette! (Swatches & Look!)

NEW Formula!

The Drugstore has been killing it lately! Tons of new items are being released, including the CoverGirl TruNaked line! I haven't had much luck when it comes to drugstore palettes. The L'Oreal ones were good but I must say... this new line is way more impressive! I do own all three palettes but today I'll be reviewing the CoverGirl Roses TruNaked Shadow Palette!

The color scheme is so pretty! CoverGirl stepped it out of the box with this one, I just love the tones! I've tried CoverGirl shadows before, older trios and quads but I was never fond of the pigmentation and texture. The formula of these shadows is totally on the other side of the spectrum. They are smooth, pigmented, buttery... just amazing. I appreciate the range of finishes too! The mattes happen to be my favorites from this palette because they blend so easily!

Here are the swatches! The shadows are slightly powdery but not too bad. Here's a simple and quick look I created. The rose-coppery gold shade is stunning! I love wearing that shade all over the lid... I would recommend to get the palette for that shade alone haha.

The palette is priced at $12 at your local drugstores and Ulta. I think it's a reasonable price but don't forget to use the $3.50 off $10 coupon at Ulta to get a better deal! ;-)

Everyday Drugstore Makeup Look! (Using NEW Drugstore Products!)

Look For Less!

I wanted to share with you my everyday look using only drugstore products! :-) All of these products are NEW at the drugstore and I'm been pretty much obsessed with them! Let's get into it!

Face

Primer- I used the Milani Prime Perfection Face Primer which is Hydrating + Pore Minimizing. It's so amazing and I definetely notice a difference when it comes to my pores. It makes my foundation look smoother and the hydration factor is a plus! It's $9.99 :-)

I also used the NYX First Base Primer Spray before the Milani primer just to prep and refresh my face a bit. I find that it helps with extending the wear of my makeup. This is $7.99!

Foundation- I've been loving the L'Oreal True Match Lumi Cushion Foundation for my everyday looks because it's so easy and quick to use! It's so skin like but brace yourself for the price... $16.99! Make sure you have a coupon for this one, haha.

Powder- If you haven't tried the Maybelline Face Studio Master Fix Setting + Perfecting Loose Powder you are definetely missing out! It's so finely milled and sets your foundation into place. It also helps with the wear time! It's $9.99.

Eyes

Eye Primer- I used the bh Cosmetics Smooth Canvas  Long Wear Shadow Primer in Malt which is a great shade to neutralize the lid. It's a great formula and makes any shadow last! It's only $7.00 right now on bhcosmetics.com

Eyeshadow- I used the NEW Covergirl Roses TruNaked Eye Shadow Palette which is such a great drugstore palette! I own the entire collection but this one is my favorite. They shadows are buttery and it's only $11.99!

Mascara- I stuck with Covergirl and used the NEW Lashblast Plumpify Mascara! The wand is enormous but it gives me so much volume and holds a curl so well. Since I also wanted some length I used the Milani Length in Seconds Lash Extension Fibers which is also pretty amazing! The mascara is $11.99 and the fiber one is $8.99.

Lips

Last but not least I used the Revlon Ultra HD Matte Lip Color in Seduction. I love this formula! It's matte yet so moisturizing and super longwearing! This lippie is only $8.99!

Review: Covergirl Plumpify blastPro by Lashblast Mascara!

New From the Drugstore!

I was in need of a new mascara and the Covergirl Plumpify Mascara caught me attention... I mean look at that massive wand! haha. I was so intrigued but it retails for $12 which made me think twice about it. I managed to catch it on sale for $8 and bit the bullet then. So far I've been loving it! I know it looks scary but just like the mascara claims it adds tons of volume and separation which I'm so into! :-)

Here is the packaging, my favorite color combo so I'd say it's meant to be! ;-) The wand is so big and had a spikey top which is what scared me... I honestly thought it would poke my eye out. I'm glad to report that the size was just fine! Application was so easy and that spikey top was awesome for coating my bottom lashes. The formula layers so well too so you can definitely control the volume! It doesn't clump on me and it holds my curl all day. I like to pair it with the Maybelline Pushup Drama Mascara because I love how black that one is. I find this one not to be as deep as I like so the two together is perfection!

Here's what one coat of the Covergirl Plumpify Mascara looks like:

Bottom line: I love this mascara! I've always stuck with Maybelline when it comes to drugstore mascara but this Covergirl one is amazing! I wish it was it was a deeper black, I do have very black... maybe there's a deeper one? IDK, but what I do know is that I highly recommend this mascara! :-)

Best Drugstore Blushes! - Fall Edition!

My Favorite Blushes For Fall!

Who's excited for fall?! This is my favorite time of year... pumpkin spice everything, haunted houses, cooler nights....love it all! :-) What I also adore about fall is the makeup. I'm a fan of being daring during these months. Today I have three of my favorite fall blushes to share with you that will definitely complete your smokey eye or vampy lip! Let's get into it! :-)

All the blushes in this post are at a drugstore price, $5 of less! They are amazing colors and each blush line is also outstanding so I'd recommend to venture out and find some other colors too.

The first blush is from City Color Cosmetics. It's part of their Be Matte Blush line which are a great formula! The color is called Sunset Safari which is a gorgeous warm terracotta shade... obsessed! I've been using this non stop because it looks so good with my brown lipsticks. It lasts very well and blends into the skin without trouble. I actually used it in the crease recently, here's what it looked like (love a multipurpose product!):

Next up is the NYX Powder Blush in Bordeaux! This is a returning favorite and it looks so good with a vampy lip. It gives you that "blushing" look without having to stand outside in the cold haha. I prefer this blush line over the new HD line because the HD ones are super powdery and I don't find them to wear well. Just a heads up! :-)

Lastly I have a very accessible blush which I actually purchased at Walmart! It's from the Covergirl Cheekers line and it's called Rock N Rose. It's a pretty neutral rose blush that honestly completes any look! This line has tons of colors and they are worth it! I have a few...  and some are dupes for high-end blushes (Wohoo!)

There you have it, three budget friendly blushes for the fall! I hope you found this post helpful. If you have any must have drugstore blushes to share leave me a comment down below! :-)

Dupe Alert: Drugstore Alternatives Of Urban Decay Afterglow 8-Hour Powder Blush in Rapture!

Another Look For Less!

If you've been eyeing the Urban Decay Afterglow 8-Hour in Rapture but you don't wish to splurge look no further! I have a two drugstore dupes to share with you that will give you the same look for less! :-) I adore Rapture, it seems scary in the pan but on the skin it's everything. It pairs so well with most makeup looks and honestly I can't put it down. It does retail for $26 but I'm so excited about the dupes I discovered within my collection because they're affordable and spot on!

So the dupes to rapture are most likely blushes you already own! The first blush is swatched on the top and it's the E.L.F Studio Blush in Berry Merry. Rapture and Berry Merry are in the same color family, the only difference is that Berry Merry has some shimmer while Rapture has more of a satiny glow. The shimmers aren't visible on the cheeks, they look so similar on! E.L.F studio blushes are only $3 so you can't beat it.

The second blush is the most similar in finish and it's swatched at the bottom. It's the Covergirl Cheekers Blush in True Plum and it's less than $5! They both leave a beautiful, angelic sheen on your cheeks! I love the formula of the Cheekers line, they're smooth and blend very nicely. Out of the two this is my favorite dupe.

Here's what Rapture looks like on. The Urban Decay formula is so nice! It would take a sale for me to purchase more from the line because they can get expensive real quick haha. For this reason I love to search for possible dupes so I can enjoy the color without dishing out all my cash. I hope this post was helpful if you had your eye on Rapture, definetely check out these alternatives! :-)

Must Haves: CoverGirl Colorlicious Jumbo Gloss Balm Creams!

Favorite Jumbo Lippies!

I think I found the perfect jumbo lippie... thus far! :-) I've tried so many and never truly loved one as much as I do the NEW CoverGirl Colorlicious Jumbo Gloss Balm Creams! They retail for about $7 depending on where you go. There's a few colors in the line, all really beautiful and haul worthy! I chose two out of the bunch and I'm obsessed with the formula. But let's start of with the basics shall we?

The packaging is awesome! The color of the tube matches the product. It's a twist up lippie with no fragrance. Simple but effective. ;-)

The word cream is the best way to describe these! They are so creamy and smooth, a dream to put on. The color payoff is also quite nice! The aren't too bold but just enough color to notice. They are also very comfortable to wear. I don't find them to add or take any moisture from your lips. They are a satin finish and impressively long wearing!

Here are the swatches! These colors are perfect for this time of year. I've been wearing them with simple makeup and it adds the perfect amount of color to my look! Have you been eyeing these? If so I highly recommend them! :-)

Review: Covergirl Colorlicious Lipgloss in Melted Toffee!

New From Covergirl!

These Covergirl Colorlicious Lipglosses have been out for a little while now and I was debating if I should give them a try. I heard some mixed reviews on these which kinda made me hesitant to purchase. But you know me, I love to try things out for myself because what may not work for someone might be life changing for me haha. I found this color called Melted Toffee that spoke to me so I immediately purchased it at my local Rite Aid! At the time they were on sale for $5.99 but normally they retail for about $7.99. The packing is really simple which I enjoy. It has a sponge tip applicator for easy application.

These have a very delicious vanilla scent that makes me want a cupcake! haha. The scent doesn't linger so no worries if scents tend to bother you. The color range was great, lots of bright colors but for some reason I was attracted to this nude beige color. Once I tried it on I knew that it was completely different than the recent glosses that have hit the market like the Maybelline Elixirs for instance. These are super lightweight on the lips and are non sticky. This means that they are not long wearing at all, I had to reapply about every 2 hours just to maintain the high shine. The color itself is beautiful though! This nude is perfect to wear over lipsticks that you want to slightly tone down.

This is what it looks like by itself. It does leave your lips looking really glossy without leaving a tacky feeling behind. I don't find the gloss to be super moisturizing by any means but nor does it dry out my lips.

 

Bottom line: I wasn't too impressed with the formula but the color I really liked! These don't last at all and the color payoff is really sheer. So really... it doesn't do much as a stand alone gloss. This nude color works great as a topper; with that said I wouldn't repurchase anymore. For the price I rather stick with my Maybelline Color Elixirs that are an A+! :-)





Review: CoverGirl Ready Set Gorgeous Foundation & Powder!

Best Drugstore Combo!

On my recent trip to Walgreens I noticed a new display with Katy Perry and was super excited! I love Katy Perry and she's undeniably gorgeous! The display was full of new products from nail polishes to lip glosses but I wanted to try the foundation first. I had such great results with the CoverGirl Stay Fabulous  3-in-1 Foundation so I had high hopes for this one... and I wasn't disappointed!

Claims:

The packaging claims to leave a flawless, natural look that lasts all day. It also mentions that the formula blends easily to even the skin tone and reduces shine all day. It's an oil-free formula that doesn't clog pores that is also suitable for sensitive skin. The powder also has just about the same claims, emphasis on it being oil absorbing providing shine control.

I do agree with the claims, this foundation is amazing! It's a thinner consistency than the Stay Fabulous but still provides enough coverage without looking cakey. It's definitely a natural looking foundation which is awesome for these hot days. I use it with my Beauty Blender and the finish is beautiful! It dries to a satin finish. The powder is actually a powder foundation so it can be used alone or as a setting powder for extra coverage. I haven't tried it alone but over the foundation it works really well! It comes with a sponge that is washable and I use it to set my under eye concealer. I then use a powder brush to set the rest of my face. I love how they pair together! Normally within 3 hours or so I would have touch up with other foundations but with this combo I don't see the oils appear until 6-7 hours into the day. Here's a picture of what the foundation and powder look like before applying anything else:

This was taken with my iPhone so excuse the quality haha. But you can see that my skin looks even and youthful!

I haven't found a con with these products! They work well and the packaging is super pretty. I love the splash of pink and white. I don't mind the squeeze tube packaging for the foundation, its easier for me to get the right of amount of product out. My favorite part about this line is the number coding they have. The foundation, powder and also concealer (that I passed on) have number coding to make it easier to match the products to your correct shade. I think that's really smart and makes our lives simpler. Here's my finished face:

Bottom line: I'm loving this combo and recommend you give it a try! The color selection is wide and choosing your color is also simple. At Walgreens they each retail for $8.99 but at the time they were having a sale so it was a bargain. This will be my go to foundation for the spring and summer because of the oil control qualities. Now... stop what your doing and go get this! :-)

Must Haves: Top 5 Concealers!

Cover Up Dark Circles & Blemishes!

Concealer is one of the products that I MUST have, once I run out I rush to my nearest drugstore to get more. I suffer from really dark under eye circles so concealer is my best friend. I wouldn't mind leaving the house with a bare face unless I wear a bit of concealer. Now that we've established how important this product is to me (haha!) I wanted to share my Top 5 Concealers that have helped me a lot throughout the years. Whether its dark circles or blemishes taking over my face these have performed so well at covering my imperfections. It's the best way to get that boost of confidence to face the world! :-)

Mac Pro Longwear Concealer in NW20-  This is the best concealer to cover your dark circles! I tried so many concealers before but nothing compares to this one. And... it makes me twitch just saying it because it's pretty pricey, $19 each but totally worth it! Its a lightweight formula with full coverage which is why I love it. It covers you dark circles completely with looking like too much. I use my Beauty Blender sponge to apply it for a more natural look. They have a bunch of shades and undertones to choose from so you'll definitely find the right shade for you. It has a pump which is a HUGE plus but beware; lightly push down on the pump to get just enough concealer. If not, too much will come out and you'll end up wasting product.

NYX Concealer Wand in Light- This concealer is great for someone on a budget. It's medium to full coverage so it's the perfect formula for under eye circles. It's about $5 at your local drugstore and they also have a nice range of shades. It has a doe foot applicator so application is a breeze. It's not thick at all so you don't have to worry about it looking too obvious.

E.L.F Studio HD Lifting Concealer in Brightening- So here's a concealer that I use everyday! I recommend this one in a heartbeat! It's only $3(50% with a coupon code!) on eyeslipsface.com and it's the perfect concealer to make your under eyes looks bright. It's a creamy opaque yellow based concealer that counteracts dark spots/dark circles. I wouldn't recommend to use it alone because it doesn't provide enough coverage but it's the perfect topper to your daily concealer. I apply it on the area that's closest to the higher points of my cheeks and it works perfectly! It's a key point to my makeup routine!

CoverGirl truBLEND Concealer in Light 5 6 7- This is the perfect concealer to cover up redness! On days that I just want to use a powder foundation for a more natural look I use this concealer to cover up the redness around my nose. It also works for spot concealing any blemishes! It lasts all day too! I don't like to use it under my eyes because even though it's a creamy formula, it's on the drier side so it makes my eye area look like it needs some moisture. This one will cost you about $6-8 at your local drugstore.

L.A. Girl Pro Concealer in Natural-  L.A Girl is a very affordable brand so it never really crossed my mind to try their products before. Normally we associate cheap with bad but this concealer is really amazing! Its about $2-$3 at your local beauty supply store and has dozens of shades to choose from. It has a brush tip application which is perfect for control. You just squeeze out the right amount each time without having to worry about wasting product. It's also a light weight formula providing more of a medium coverage. It's the most creamy out of all the ones I mentioned and covers really well. It's comparable to a higher end concealer from Makeup Forever so definitely give this one a try!

So these are my Top 5 Concealers! If you have any other recommendations feel free to leave a comment down below!

Must Haves: Covergirl Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation + Rimmel Stay Matte Powder!

Best Combo For A Flawless Face!

It took a lot of testing but I finally found the best combo for a flawless face! The best part is that both products are under $10!

 

Covergirl Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation- This foundation is amazing! It's really light weight and looks natural while still providing coverage. It's a buildable foundation; medium to full coverage if you need it to be. The Covergirl site claims that the formula fuses a primer, concealer and foundation in one. Personally, I still use a primer and concealer but you can definitely get away with just using the foundation if needed to! My shade is in 832 Nude Beige and its a perfect match. They have a nice range of colors plus there's the Queen Collection for deeper skin tones. I use the Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge to apply the foundation; the sponge is also a favorite! ;-) This foundation lasts all day and leaves a demi-matte finish on the skin. Some matte foundations leave you looking flat or zombie like but this one leaves your skin looking beautiful and smooth! Another pro is that it has a pump; makes everything so much easier. This foundation is about $10 at your local Walmart!

 

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder- Every good foundation needs a great powder. The Rimmel Stay Matte Powder is definitely a drugstore gem! This powder is available in 7 shades and is about $4-$6 at your local drugstore. I purchased mine at Rite Aid. The Rimmel site claims that it provides up to 5 hours of shine control while also minimizing your pores. I must agree, this powder does a great job at controlling shine! It's a really smooth powder that doesn't need touch ups. It continues to control shine throughout the day without a problem. It doesn't move or cake up the foundation which is also a plus! I've repurchased it multiple times and even though I've tried other good powders nothing compares to this one. I have the shade Sand and it pairs perfectly with the foundation! :-)

 

 

Do you have a foundation & powder combo that works for you? Leave a comment down below if you do! :-)



Review: Covergirl LipPerfection Lipcolors!

New Shades!

Recently I went on a blush overload and completely forgot about my previous loves... lipsticks! I love bright, vibrant lipsticks so when I saw these Covergirl LipPerfection Lipcolors I knew I had to have them! The LipPerfection line has been out for bit now but they released some new beautiful shades. I own two previous shades and I love them. The lipstick is super creamy and hydrating, one of my favorite lipstick lines from the drugstore! They retail for about $5 each and I managed to get these new shades from walmart.com. The packaging is amazing, definitely stands out from other affordable lipsticks. It's like a gunmetal color, super sleek! I love how they display the color you're getting at the bottom of the lipstick. Here are the swatches:

*Honeyed- a peachy pink nude with a cream finish. I have very few nudes in my collection because I don't think they're too flattering on me. This one looks really pretty on, doesn't wash me out and it's also a great mixing color. It does emphasize fine lines on your lips, but most nudes do.

*Yummy- a baby pink nude with a cream finish. I owned Mac's Cream Cup (before it melted!haha) and this one remind me a lot of it. Cream Cup is a slight bit darker but still in the same color family. This would be a great alternative for it! This one applied more evenly than Honeyed.

*Sweet- a bright medium coral with a cream finish.  I love this color! It's perfect for spring and summer. This one is a more opaque color but just as creamy as the rest. I'm looking forward to wearing this one! :-)

*Bombshell- a bright fuchsia with a cream finish. This lipstick has the best color payoff of the bunch. It really complements my skin tone and looks amazing with a neutral eye! I love the shine these lippies give off, makes your lips look great!

I'm not drawn to any shimmer or frost in my lipsticks which is why all of these are cream finishes. These last about 2-3 hours max so they're not too long wearing. They don't claim to be long lasting but they do claim to improve the texture of your lips in 7 days. I'm not sure how true that is but I must say... my lips feel smoother after wearing them!

Bottom line: If you're looking for a great inexpensive lipstick give these a try! The line has a great color selection and a range of finishes. They are really smooth and creamy so they feel amazing on. They have a vanilla scent with hints of a plastic smell but nothing that lingers. The best part is that in most drugstores you can get these on a BOGO sale. :-)