Review: E.L.F Cosmetics Correct & Set Under Eye Powders! (Rose and Peach!)

NEW from E.L.F!

Thanks for stopping by today! :-) I've been so eager to share my thoughts on the NEW E.L.F Cosmetics Correct & Set Under Eye Powders! They are only $4 each and there's 3 shades to choose from based on your skintone (rose- light tones, peach-medium tones and banana-for deep tones). They are meant to brighten the under eye while also making fine lines appear smoother and dark circles less noticeable. I tried out both rose and peach because I wasn't sure which shade would work best for me so lets get into my thoughts!

I tried out rose first and I found that it was waaaay to light for my liking! I know a lot of people really enjoy a super light under eye but I prefer something closer to my skintone. This shade would be perfect for fair to light skintones. 

The directions say to pretty much use it to "bake" your under eyes by applying a generous amount over your concealer; wait a few minutes and dust away the excess. I didn't technically go that route because it's a really tiny container so I didn't want to waste product haha. Plus, a little really goes a long way because they are pretty pigmented. I used my damp beauty blender to apply it over my concealer and instantly I noticed the brightness and how smooth the area looked! I was pretty impressed! My concealer didn't crease throughout the day and I'm so excited to report that my under eye didn't look dry one bit! I recently had some horrible experiences with other powders so that was a huge plus for me.

The peach shade is my favorite! I felt like it worked just as well and was a better match for my skintone. Above you can see the difference between rose(left) and peach(right) on my light-medium skintone. I love how it looks on the right! Me a few years ago would've rocked the super light under eye haha but now I feel like it ages me now.

Bottom line: This product is amazing! It's convenient and affordable. I love that E.L.F has options for most skintones too. This is now part of my makeup routine so definitely check it out! :-)

MOTD: Full Face Daytime Glam Look Using Milani Cosmetics!

Drugstore Daytime Glam Look!

If you're looking for a daytime glam look using drugstore makeup you're on the right blog post! ;-) Milani is one of my favorite drugstore brands so I decided to do a full face using only Milani products. 

I wanted to create a simple look that can be transitioned into the night with a few extra steps. Let's get into the specifics! 

Face:

*Milani Conceal + Perfect 2-in-1 Foundation + Concealer in Light Beige

This foundation is amazing! It provides medium to full coverage depending on what you need and it also lasts so well! I don't use it to conceal because I prefer a concealer that's lighter than my foundation. 

*Milani Make it Last Setting Spray Prime + Correct + Set

I love this setting spray! It smells delightful (bonus, yay!) and it does a great job at prolonging my makeup. If you're makeup is leaning towards the powdery side definetely use this product and you will look flawless!

*Milani Strobelight Instant Glow Powder in Dayglow

This color is stunning! It's a beautiful golden champagne color that I can see looking amazing on many skintones. It's a great formula with no glitter or shimmer. I love the sheen/glow it adds to your skin without emphasizing texture. Annnnnnnd... they seem to have new colors on their website! I'll be adding a few more to my collection very soon! ;-)

Eyes:

*Milani Everyday Eyes Eyeshadow Palette in Must Have Metallics

The Everyday Eyes collection is one of my favorites when it comes to drugstore eyeshadow palettes. The color selection is great and they are only $11! I used the copper shade all over the lid along with a bit of the matte black and my bronzer in the crease for a simple glam look. I used the highlighter in the inner corner too for some brightness. You can easily smoke out this look, wing out the liner and you're ready for a night out! Versatility & affordable? Yes please! :-)

I hope this post was helpful and serves as inspiration to create your next look using drugstore makeup. Definetely checkout Milani products because they are some of the best at the drugstore!

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! :-)