Friday, March 31, 2017

Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Oil: Review and Swatches

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Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Oil: Review and Swatches
New for 2017, the Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Oil ($11.99 CAD) is a line of sheer lip oils with a melty and nourishing formulation. With six natural colors, the line is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants that promise to hydrate and condition the lips. To see some arm swatches of all six colors and read my review of the formulation, click.....
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Thursday, March 30, 2017

Omorovicza Deep Cleansing Mask, Ultramoor Mud Mask & Refining Facial Polisher: Review

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Omorovicza Deep Cleansing Mask, Ultramoor Mud Mask & Refining Facial Polisher: Review
Ever since my foray into the Omorovicza skincare line, I've been pretty obsessed with the brand and today I have a few more products to share with you. Made in Hungary with Hungarian thermal water rich in calcium, magnesium, humic acid, and fulvic acid, every single Omorovicza product is formulated with the patented Hydro Mineral Transference delivery system that modifies the rich minerals to increase their bioavailability. To read about the Deep Cleansing Mask, Ultramoor Mud Mask, and the Refining Facial Polisher, click......
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Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Recovery Mask-In-Oil & Concentrated Recovery Eye Mask: Review

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Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Recovery Mask-In-Oil & Concentrated Recovery Eye Mask: Review
New for Spring 2017, Estee Lauder is adding a couple of new players to its famed Advanced Night Repair family. Promising deep nourishment and long-lasting hydration, the new Recovery Mask-In-Oil and Concentrated Recovery Eye Mask are in stores now. Today I have a breakdown of both. So to read on, click.....
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Monday, March 27, 2017

Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Long Wear 24H Foundation: Review and Swatches

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Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Long Wear 24H Foundation: Review and Swatches
Originally released in 1997, the Lancome Teint Idole Ultra 24H Foundation ($55 CAD) is getting a revamp for its 20th anniversary. With a new bottle and new shades, this long-wearing foundation promises a velvet-matte finish and a streak-free wear! To read my review of the new formulation and see some swatches, click.......
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Sunday, March 26, 2017

Buxom Shimmer Shock Lip Stick: Review and Swatches

Buxom Shimmer Shock Lip Stick: Review and Swatches
Available online and in stores at Sephora, Buxom is not a brand that I'm very familiar with but recently I've been testing out their Shimmer Shock Lip Stick ($23 CAD) range so today I wanted to share with you some swatches and my review. Available in 12 sparkling shades, these lightweight gel lipsticks promise a juicy burst of color that's full of sophisticated shimmer. To read on, click......
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Saturday, March 25, 2017

Givenchy Live Irresistible Eau de Parfum Delicieuse: Review

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Givenchy Live Irresistible Eau de Parfum Delicieuse: Review
New from Givenchy comes an updated version of the beloved Live Irresistible fragrance. With a delicious mix of french pastries, cherry, and tonka beans, the new Live Irresistible Eau de Parfum Delicieuse ($125 CAD for 75ml) is a sweet and youthful gourmand fragrance that's bound to satisfy your sweet tooth. To read my review of the scent, click.......
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Friday, March 24, 2017

NEW Shades for 2017 | NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil: Review and Swatches

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NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil: Review and Swatches
"Bold, versatile, and effortless", the NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil ($33 CAD) range is getting ten new shades for 2017! Promising a modern velvet finish and full-coverage colors, these lip pencils provide a non-drying and long-lasting finish. Today I have a few shades to share with you. To see some swatches and my review, click......
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Thursday, March 23, 2017

THE FACE SHOP Miracle Finish CC Intense Cover Cushion Foundation: Review and Swatches

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THE FACE SHOP Miracle Finish CC Intense Cover Cushion Foundation: Review and Swatches
A popular Korean beauty trend that took over the North American market a couple years ago, the cushion makeup fad doesn't seem to show any signs of stopping and THE FACE SHOP has a new range for 2017. Promising an intense coverage with a flawless and luminous wear, the Miracle Finish CC Intense Cover Cushion Foundation ($29 CAD) is formulated for sebum control, all-day hydration, and an SPF50 sun-protection. To see how this foundation worked, click......
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Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Burt's Bees Gloss Lip Crayon: Review and Swatches

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Burt's Bees Gloss Lip Crayon: Review and Swatches
New for 2017, the Burt's Bees Gloss Lip Crayon ($9.99 CAD) combines beautiful colors with a velvety gloss finish. Available in six lush, mouth-watering shades, the crayons offer up 8 hours of moisturization thanks to the shea butter and jojoba oil. To see some swatches and read my reviews, click.......
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Tuesday, March 21, 2017

Joe Fresh Beauty Eye Shadows: Review and Swatches

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Joe Fresh Beauty Single Eyeshadows: Review and Swatches
Available exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart, the Joe Fresh Beauty lineup offers up a wide array of affordable everyday makeup and skincare. For Spring 2017, the brand is releasing five new single Eye Shadows ($6 CAD each or 2 for $10 CAD) in a lovely spectrum of everyday neutrals. To see some swatches and read my review, click......
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Monday, March 20, 2017

Dior Addict Lacquer Stick: Review and Swatches

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Dior Addict Lacquer Stick: Review and Swatches
New from Dior comes a brand new addition to the Dior Addict family. With 16 effortless and youthful shades, the Dior Addict Lacquer Stick ($43 CAD) promises intense color and high shine. Today I have a few colors to share with you so to read my review and see some swatches, click......
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Friday, March 17, 2017

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Floral Shock Eau de Parfum: Review

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Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Floral Shock Eau de Parfum: Review
New from Yves Saint Laurent comes a new member of the famed Opium family. Boasting notes of gardenia, bergamot, vanilla, and coffee, Black Opium Floral Shock ($110 CAD) is described as a fresh and invigorating reinterpretation of the original. To read my review of the fragrance, click.......
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Thursday, March 16, 2017

Rimmel London The Only 1 Matte Lipstick: Review and Swatches

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Rimmel London The Only 1 Matte Lipstick: Review and Swatches
Earlier last year, Rimmel London released the well-received The Only 1 Lipstick collection (review and swatches here) and for Spring 2017, the brand is adding a new matte range called The Only 1 Matte Lipstick ($8.99 CAD). Offering 10 velvety matte shades, the collection is available in stores now. To see some swatches of a few colors, click......
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Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Dior Hydra Life Skincare Collection: Review

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Dior Hydra Life Skincare Collection: Review
New from Dior comes a hydrating skincare collection aptly named the Hydra Life Collection. Introducing nine brand new products that promise a "fresh, glowing, and luminous" complexion, the Hydra Life range reaches out to a younger Dior fanbase with its bright packaging and relatively affordable price range. To read my reviews for a few key product, click.......
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Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Rimmel London Magnif'eyes Eyeshadow Contouring Palette: Review and Swatches

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Rimmel London Magnif'eyes Eyeshadow Contouring Palette: Review and Swatches
New from Rimmel London comes a trio of affordable nude palettes called the Magnif'eyes Eyeshadow Contouring Palette ($15.99 CAD). Each containing 12 easy-to-wear, everyday colors with a good mix of mattes and shimmers, the palettes promise a silky texture and a rich color payoff. To see some swatches of all three palettes, click......
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Monday, March 13, 2017

Yves Saint Laurent The Shock Volumizing Mascara: Review and Swatches

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Yves Saint Laurent The Shock Volumizing Mascara: Review and Swatches
Touted as "the most volumizing" mascara from Yves Saint Laurent, the brand new The Shock Volumizing Mascara ($39 CAD) promises clump-free volume in a single stroke. Today I will be sharing my review and some comparison swatches so you can see if this mascara is worth the buck. To read on, click......
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Saturday, March 11, 2017

Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm & Moor Cream Cleanser: Review and Swatches

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Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm & Moor Cream Cleanser: Review and Swatches
Known for its healing properties, the Hungarian thermal water is rich in skin-beautifying ingredients like calcium, magnesium, humic acid, and fulvic acid. Determined to capture and deliver these precious components of the thermal water to skincare, Margaret and Stephen de Heinrich de Omorovicza created Omorovicza ten years ago. Patented with the Hydro Mineral Transference delivery system that modifies the rich minerals to increase their bioavailability, the Thermal Cleansing Balm ($110 CAD) and Moor Cream Cleanser ($100 CAD) are two great products that give a nice introduction to the brand. To read my review for both, click......
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Friday, March 10, 2017

Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick Edgy Neutrals Collection: Review and Swatches

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Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick Edgy Neutrals Collection: Review and Swatches
The ever-growing Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick ($30 CAD) family is getting five new members this spring with the Edgy Neutrals Collection. Taking an inspiration from the world of fungi, the range boasts several one-of-a-kind beige and browns. To see some swatches and my review of each shade, click......
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Thursday, March 9, 2017

Dior Poison Girl Eau de Toilette: Review

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Dior Poison Girl Eau de Toilette: Review
Released early 2016, the Poison Girl Eau de Parfum is a reinterpretation of the iconic Dior Poison fragrance intended for a younger audience. For 2017, the perfume is getting a lighter update with the new Dior Poison Girl Eau de Toilette ($72 CAD for 30ml). Boasting a combination of sweet and bitter oranges, Poison Girl EDT also combines Grasse rose and Damask rose with a sweet tonka bean base. To read my review, click......
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Tuesday, March 7, 2017

CND Creative Play Playland Collection: Review and Swatches

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CND Creative Play Playland Collection: Review and Swatches
Inspired by the whimsical and fun-filled carnival experience, the brand new CND Creative Play Playland Collection introduces eight brand new shades that are perfect for Spring 2017. Ranging from bright creams to sparkling glitters, the collection puts a brighter and more colorful spin to the spring nail trend. To see some swatches and read my reviews of each shade, click......
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Monday, March 6, 2017

THE FACE SHOP Moisture Touch Lipstick: Review and Swatches

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THEFACESHOP Moisture Touch Lipstick: Review and Swatches
If you are a fan of good-old-classic cream lipsticks, then you are going to love the brand new THE FACE SHOP Moisture Touch Lipsticks ($17 CAD). Available in 20 beautiful shades, these rich and hydrating lipsticks promise an intense pigmentation and a smooth and shiny finish. To see some swatches and read my review of a few shades, click.......
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Sunday, March 5, 2017

Lancome Spring 2017 La Palette La Rose & NEW Juicy Shaker Shades: Review and Swatches

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Lancome Spring 2017 La Palette La Rose & NEW Juicy Shaker Shades: Review and Swatches
Inspired by the beauty and romance of spring in Paris, the Lancome Spring 2017 "Absolutely Rose!" Collection is introducing a brand new palette along with a handful of new Juicy Shaker shades. To see some swatches and read my review, click.......
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Saturday, March 4, 2017

Bite Beauty Agave Lip Scrub & Lip Balm: Review

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Bite Beauty Agave Lip Scrub & Lip Balm: Review
Bite Beauty has long established its status as one of the best natural and organic lip product makers and for Spring 2017, the brand has unleashed two new lip care products. Formulated with blue agave nectar and vanilla, the Agave Lip Scrub and Agave Lip Balm promise to leave your lips soft and nourished. To read my review for both, click.......
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Friday, March 3, 2017

K-Beauty Spotlight | Yadah Cosmetics Review & Swatches

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Yadah Cosmetics Review & Swatches
Although I'm not the biggest Korean cosmetics fanatic, I am always intrigued by their exciting innovations and adorable packagings. So I was super excited when BB Cosmetics, a Korean makeup and skincare online retailer with free worldwide shipping, contacted me to review a few products from Yadah. With a youthful aesthetic and plant-derived ingredients, Yadah carries a wide range of both skincare and color cosmetics. Today I have a couple of foundations and a unique brow stain to share with you. To read on, click.......
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Thursday, March 2, 2017

Farmacy Eye Dew Total Eye Cream & Hydrating Coconut Gel Mask: Review

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Farmacy Eye Dew Total Eye Cream & Hydrating Coconut Gel Mask: Review
Since I've been introduced to Farmacy last year, I've been very impressed with everything I've tried. So today I wanted to share with you two new discoveries from the brand. To read my thoughts on the Eye Dew Total Eye Cream ($49 CAD) and the Hydrating Coconut Gel Mask ($32 CAD for 3), click.......
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Wednesday, March 1, 2017

CND Summer 2017 Rhythm & Heat Collection: Review and Swatches

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CND Summer 2017 Rhythm & Heat Collection: Review and Swatches
Inspired by the exotic colors of the beautiful Carribean seascape, the brand new Summer 2017 CND Rhythm & Heat Collection introduces six exciting summer hues that will keep your nails dazzling under the sun. To see some swatches and read my reviews of each shade, click......
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