This foundation is the best I have ever tried, and for the price that it is (£22.50), I expected it to be good. I have been using this for about 10 days now and I love it. It covers every flaw, I don't even need to apply concealer first (minus under my lids). It literally does stay on all day, and I don't need to reapply like I did with my last foundation. I've fallen in love with this product, the only flaw I can think of is that there is no pump, so the product is a little harder to retrieve from the bottle.
Pros:amazing coverage, great blending Cons:no bottle pump
I got this as a free sample from an Estée Lauder counter. I love this mascara so much! The formula itself is smooth and creamy. I don't get a single clump when I use this. The wand is the right size for my eyes. I get volume and a bit of length with this, and it doesn't weigh my lashes down. The color is a very deep black and doesn't fade. This may very well be my HG mascara! No flaking or smudging throughout the day. It does need a little more effort to wash off, but it isn't super difficult. Just a little stubborn. :) I would definitely recommend this mascara.
Pros:No flakes, no clumps, rich color that doesn't fade, no smears, doesn't weigh down lashes, like the wand Cons:A little stubborn to wash off, and the price is yikes!!
This is a great alternative to those who want a natural look. I've been trying different MMUs and TMs without a great deal of success. MMUs tend to make me look dry (even w/moisturizer and primer) and TMs are usually too greasy looking on my skin. I got a sample of this from Nordstrom's (the MA recommended this one after I told her I wanted a very natural look). I love this stuff! It doesn't break me out, gives me natural/sheer coverage and gives me a luminous look that I'd been missing with MMU. I don't "love" very many products. I like alot but don't usually say this is the best. But...this really is a quality product delivers as promised.
For reference, I am a MAC NC20 and I use DWL in intensity #2.
Pros:natual/sheer, no breakout, luminous look Cons:none
This is a HORRIBLE mascara. I got it as a sample, and didn't like it at all. Using this feels like putting on acrylic paint on my lashes. It has a horrible smell, and it dries your lashes.
Lovely blush. Great colour and texture and stays put all day. Easy to apply and doean't look too cakey. I though it looked really nice with my pale skin tone. I didn't like the packaging though. I would have prefered it if it was in a pot or a small case but I wasn't a fan of the slidy container with tiny mirror it came in. Over-all a nice blush! I would really like to try new colours in this blush because it's great.
I will probably never buy this in full size (my last two samples separated before I even decided to wear them) because I usually catch their sales with freebies and I hardly ever go through a whole tube of gloss, but if I had to buy one that might be close to my HG, this would probably be it. I got this in Praline (which is pretty close to my natural lip color) and Platinum. Now the platinum is more of a mixture of platinum and gold that looks like an off-white creamy beige. At first I didn't know what to do with it but it's prefect for bringing the punch out of insanely bright lip colors whether it be lipsticks or glosses to tone them down a bit and more wearable for work. It's pretty smooth upon applying it and does seem to last a good while (about 3-4 hours max depending on how much I rub my lips which is pretty often.) They have a nice scent that's not overpowering and lots of pretty colors to choose from, so your bound to find one you like. I don't find that my hair doesn't get stuck to it but I do find that it won't leave the goopy sticky residue on my hair after it does happen to come in contact with it. It also doesn't leave my lips flaky after it dries off. I have already found my HG lip gloss (obviously this isn't it) but this stuff is actually pretty decent and worth buying due to it's long-lasting power.
Pros:last a good while, not as as sticky Cons:price, i can never stick to one gloss
I will probably never buy this in full size (my last two samples separated before I even decided to wear them) because I usually catch their sales with freebies and I hardly ever go through a whole tube of gloss, but if I had to buy one that might be close to my HG, this would probably be it. I got this in Praline (which is pretty close to my natural lip color) and Platinum. It's pretty smooth upon applying it and does seem to last a good while (about 3-4 hours max depending on how much I rub my lips which is pretty often.) They have a nice scent that's not overpowering and lots of pretty colors to choose from, so your bound to find one you like. I don't find that my hair doesn't get stuck to it but I do find that it won't leave the goopy sticky residue on my hair after it does happen to come in contact with it. It also doesn't leave my lips flaky after it dries off. I have already found my HG lip gloss (obviously this isn't it) but this stuff is actually pretty decent and worth buying due to it's long-lasting power.
Pros:Last a good while, nonflaky lips after it dries, not as sticky Cons:price
This make-up is worth every penny! I have extremely oily skin, acne, and post-acne marks and the foundation covers everything, stays on ALL day long, and does not change color or get greasy. I blot my face about once a day now with this make-up, whereas before I had to blot and apply powder probably 6 times a day, and was STILL oily! I used this years ago and loved it, but I thought it was making me break out so I stopped using it. Since then I've found out that it is non-acnegenic and what was making me break out was just my genetics (still breaking out no matter what I do). So, all in all this is a pretty great foundation. I haven't found any others that come close to this one. If you have oily skin and/or need a lot of coverage to last throughout the day then you should try this foundation!
Pros:Controls oil amazingly well, stays on all day, awesome coverage, non-acnegenic Cons:Expensive, doesn't have a pump.
The estee lauder shadow duo's are NOT the same pigments as the singles. The duo's are much less intense. it takes a lot of layers to acheive a smokey eye. not recomended
A terrific all-around basic mascara. Does a good job of lengthening and thickening but it's not a miracle worker (and doesn't claim to be). I like that it is not waterproof - my lashes never break. The formula feels light and my lashes feel soft and flexible when they're coated. Have used at least 15 other brands of mascara in the past, but was never really happy with the results. Have used More Than Mascara for the past 4 years and don't plan on changing brands.
Pros:Good basic mascara. Lashes never break. Cons:A bit pricey, but that's what you get when you purchase a department store sold brand of cosmetics.
This is a great mascara that adds volume and length. Like most volumizing mascaras, it will start to clump if overused but the clumps are easy to comb out. It also comes in several different colors which is a plus for me.
Pros:Adds tons of volume and length and comes in several colors. Cons:Can clump if overused.
This is a good mascara that does work to lengthen the lashes and add the smallest amount of volume; it goes on easy and doesn't flake. If you try to force to many layers, it will clump a little but one or two coats is more than sufficient. Overall a good basic mascara.
Pros:A good lengthening mascara that goes on easy and does flake. Cons:Will clump if you overuse.
I have used this as an under eye concealer for years. It's great for dark circles. It can be a bit heavy, so you should use moisturizer before hand. One small tube lasts me about 6 months, so it's def worth the price.
Pros:great coverage Cons:can be too heavy at times if not careful
Love this bronzer!!! It brushes on the perfect amount and not to dark or glittery!! I have a caramel skin tone and leaves checkbones shimmering flawlessly!! If you're wondering what "Air bronzer" means, the powder is stored in the handle of the brush and the hairs of the brush twist to lock and unlock the loose powder. So when you unlock to use, you first swipe your hand and then apply to your face! Hence the pefect amount applied to your skin!! I love this stuff and I'm usually not a fan of any bronzer!
Pros:Easy to apply!! Not TOO glittery! Nice shimmer! Lasts or some time!! Cons:Bending brush bristles to get cap back on! (If that counts!!)
I have found my favorite facial tanner. After many years of looking for a facial tanner that is not too dark or orangy looking I have found it. The Sunless Face Tanner by Estee Lauder gave me just the desired effect I wanted. It went on evenly, gave a beautiful glow and had no smell at all. My face looks tan and stays tan for about a week. It is not nearly as dark as my legs but no one wants their face as dark a their body. Kudos to Estee for doing it again for me!!!
Pros:Color even and golden-no streaking-no smell. Cons:
I don't really use lash primer because I really don't see a difference but I recieved a sample of this primer and after 3 uses I had to have the full size. I love this. I curl my lashes lightly, apply at least 1-2 coats of primers and then 2-3 coats of mascara. I have been asked if my lashes are fake while I have this on. I would definitely buy it again.
I received this gloss in a GWP. I wanted to try this gloss for some time, but was afraid of throwing my money away. I am very, very pleased with High Glosses! Rose is a YLBB color, perfect for everyday use. The gloss isn't very sticky but lasts - I was surprised. It doesn't dry my lips out and the gloss effect is not overpowering.