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Monday, February 25, 2019

Kat Von D | Lock-It Powder Foundation: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D | Lock-It Powder Foundation: Review and Swatches
Kat Von D is well known for her Lock-It Foundation (reviewed here) and for 2019, the Lock-It product range is expanding to include the addition of a full-coverage powder foundation. Promising a pigmented formulation that's instantly-blurring and long-wearing, the Lock-It Powder Foundation ($44 CAD for 9 g) is available in 26 shades. I've got reviews and swatches (including some before and after shots) to share with you today. To read on, click......
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Monday, December 24, 2018

Kat Von D | Current Crushes: Glitter Gel for Face & Body in "Tesoro Gold": Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D | Glitter Gel for Face & Body in "Tesoro Gold": Review and Swatches
Recently, Kat Von D has released a fun Glitter Gel for Face & Body ($24 CAD for 5.5 ml) as a part of a new product series called "Current Crushes". Released in small batches throughout the year, Current Crushes offer "limited edition innovations and covetable trend products" that give you the first taste of what Kat Von D is cooking up in her lab. To read my review and see some swatches of the multi-use Glitter Gel, click......
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Sunday, November 18, 2018

Kat Von D | Holiday 2018 Fetish Eyeshadow Palette & Fetish Blush + Highlighter Palette: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D | Holiday 2018 Fetish Eyeshadow Palette & Fetish Blush + Highlighter Palette: Review and Swatches
For Holiday 2018, Kat Von D is forgoing conventional festivities with a subversive collection based on the theme of fetishes. Housed in eye-catching palettes with a PVC-like feel and embroidered detailing, the Fetish Eyeshadow Palette ($76 CAD) and Fetish Blush + Highlighter Palette ($52 CAD) offer a unique range of colors for the eyes and cheeks. I've got review and swatches to share with you today. To read on, click......
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Saturday, September 22, 2018

Kat Von D | Dagger Tattoo Liner Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D | Dagger Tattoo Liner: Review and Swatches
Well-known for her super long-lasting Tattoo Liner, Kat Von D is making things even better with the new Dagger Tattoo Liner ($25 CAD for 0.55 ml). Designed with the precision of a mini angled eyeliner brush, this liquid eyeliner features an "expertly-cut, 30-degree edge" that provides super straight lines. So just how does it compare to a regular liquid eyeliner? Read my review and see some swatches to find out......
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Monday, September 10, 2018

Kat Von D | Metal Crush Extreme Highlighter: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D | Metal Crush Extreme Highlighter: Review and Swatches
Earlier this summer, Kat Von D released a range of fun, sparkly highlighters packed to the brim with "hyper-reflective glitters for amplified dimension". Featuring a liquid-powder technology that applies and blends like a dream, the Metal Crush Extreme Highlighter ($36 CAD for 5.2 g) is available in five colorful shades. To read my review and see some swatches, click......
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Monday, July 23, 2018

Kat Von D | 10th Anniversary Collection: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D | 10th Anniversary Collection: Review and Swatches
2018 is a big year for Kat Von D as it marks the 10th anniversary of her beauty brand. So in celebration of this joyous occasion, Kat Von D has released a limited-edition 10th Anniversary Collection that really kicks things into high gears. Lacquered from head to toe in gold chrome, everything in this collection is bold and luxurious. I've got full review and swatches to share with you today. To read on, click......
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Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Kat Von D | *NEW* Studded Kiss Crème Lipstick: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D | *NEW* Studded Kiss Crème Lipstick: Review and Swatches
Not too long ago, Kat Von D revamped her entire 40-shade lipstick collection to introduce a creamier, more pigmented formulation. As you probably know, I'm always on the lookout for the next best lipstick so I had to give the new Studded Kiss Créme Lipsticks ($23 CAD each) a try. To see some swatches and read my review, click......
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Monday, September 4, 2017

Kat Von D | Shade + Light Glimmer Eye Contour Palette: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D | Shade + Light Glimmer Eye Contour Palette: Review and Swatches
Kat Von D has a new palette for Fall 2017 and it takes inspiration from the original Shade + Light Eye Contour Palette released last year. Featuring 12 neutral shades with a glimmery finish, the Shade + Light Glimmer Eye Contour Palette ($64 CAD) promises to create a defined, multi-dimensional look. To read my review and see some swatches of this palette, click......
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Tuesday, August 1, 2017

Kat Von D Saint & Sinner Eau de Parfum: Review

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Kat Von D Saint & Sinner Eau de Parfum: Review
Way back in 2009, long before I started blogging, Kat Von D released two fragrances called Saint and Sinner. The perfumes were apparently so popular that when they were discontinued, fans incessantly requested for their return. So lo and behold, Kat Von D is bringing them back with revamped bottles and updated scent profiles. The Saint Eau de Parfum and the Sinner Eau de Parfum are each sold separately and available in three different sizes. Pictured are the 50ml bottles, available for $88 CAD each. To read my thoughts and reviews on both, click......
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Friday, June 30, 2017

Kat Von D Everlasting Lip Liner: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D Everlasting Lip Liner: Review and Swatches
Kat Von D is well known for her Everlasting Liquid Lipsticks and recently, the brand has launched a full range of water-resistant, weightless lip liners called the Everlasting Lip Liner ($22 CAD). Available in 30 shades ranging from neutrals, pinks, reds, to crazy blues and greens, the liners promise a hydrating wear that's free from skipping or dragging. So, are these really as amazing as they claim? Read my review to find out.......
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Monday, February 6, 2017

Kat Von D Pastel Goth Eyeshadow Palette: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D Pastel Goth Eyeshadow Palette: Review and Swatches
Kat Von D is always thinking outside the box and for Spring 2017, she is putting a new spin on the old spring pastels theme. Aptly named the Pastel Goth Eyeshadow Palette ($51 CAD), this eight-shade matte delight boasts endless possibilities of pretty rainbow creations. To see some swatches and read my review, click......
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Friday, December 23, 2016

Kat Von D Shade + Light Eye Contour Palette & Face Contour Refillable Palette: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D Shade + Light Eye Contour Palette & Face Contour Refillable Palette: Review and Swatches
The Kat Von D Shade + Light Face Contour Palette is arguably one of the best contour palettes on the market. So for 2017, Kat is revamping its packaging to make it more sturdy and refillable. In addition to the packaging update, Kat Von D is also adding a new 12-shadow Shade + Light Eye Contour Palette to the family. To see some swatches of everything, click......
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Friday, December 16, 2016

Kat Von D Alchemist Holographic Palette: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D Alchemist Holographic Palette: Review and Swatches
A passion project of Kat Von D that has been seven years in the making, the Alchemist Holographic Palette ($42 CAD) will be hitting the shelves later this month. Inspired by the magical world of alchemy, this multi-use palette contains four prismatic shades that can be dusted over the lids, the cheeks, or even the lips! To see some swatches and my review, click........
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Monday, December 12, 2016

12 Days of Christmas Instagram Giveaway

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12 Days of Christmas Instagram Giveaway
Hey everyone, I have some exciting news for y'all today! I've been wanting to do a big giveaway for quite some time now so what better way to get ready into the holiday spirit than my 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway! I've put together 12 giveaways consisting of prizes from some of my favorite brands (ex. Kat Von D, Too Faced, Urban Decay). Want to win some prizes? Read on to find out how you can enter......
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Sunday, December 4, 2016

Too Faced x Kat Von D Cheek & Lip Makeup Bag Set: Review and Swatches

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Too Faced x Kat Von D Cheek & Lip Makeup Bag Set: Review and Swatches
In addition to a lovely eyeshadow palette, the Too Faced x Kat Von D collaboration also has an adorable makeup bag set including a few very new and exclusive shades for some of the bestselling items from both brands. Housed in the most endearing heart-shaped makeup pouch, the Too Faced x Kat Von D Cheek & Lip Makeup Bag Set ($47 CAD) will be available online starting December 26th. To see some swatches and read my review, click......
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Friday, December 2, 2016

Too Faced x Kat Von D Better Together Ultimate Eye Collection: Review and Swatches

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Too Faced x Kat Von D Better Together Ultimate Eye Collection Review Swatches
If you visit my blog often, then you probably know that I am a big fan of both Too Faced and Kat Von D. So imagine my surprise and glee when I heard about the Too Faced x Kat Von D Better Together Ultimate Eye Collection ($79 CAD)! I read beauty gossip news every now and again so I know that things aren't always pretty. So the fact that two big competitor brands in the industry put out a collaboration in celebration of their friendship is pretty refreshing! This collab is no doubt a marketing win for both brands but the idea behind it is still very commendable and sweet. Today I have a review and swatches of the palettes, to read on, click.......
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Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Kat Von D Holiday 2016 Studded Kiss Lipstick | Lolita II & Double Dare: Review and Swatches

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Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick Lolita II & Double Dare: Review and Swatches
Although Kat Von D didn't release one of its highly-anticipated yearly holiday eyeshadow palettes, the brand does have a few unique limited edition holiday offerings that I wanted to share with you. Coated in a shiny reflective silver shine, the Limited Edition Studded Kiss Lipsticks ($26 CAD each) are offered in several of Kat's bestselling shades. To see some swatches of Lolita II and Double Dare, click......
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Sunday, September 25, 2016

GIVEAWAY: Kat Von D Hello Canada! Set

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This Fall, Kat Von D is showing some love to her Canadian fans with the release of a brand new, limited edition Canada-exclusive set! Featuring three mini-sized popular Kat Von D products, the Hello! Canada Set ($45 CAD) is housed in a bad-ass faux-leather makeup bag. To see get the details and enter for a chance to win this set, click......
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Thursday, September 15, 2016

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in "Project Chimps": Review and Swatches

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This fall, Kat Von D has a brand new, limited-edition Everlasting Liquid Lipstick ($24 CAD)! An avid advocate against animal-testing, Kat Von D created this very special shade called "Project Chimps". 20% of the retail price is going towards Project Chimps, a non-profit organization that provides lifetime sanctuary for retired chimps that were once used as test subjects in private research. Needless to say, the Everlasting Liquid Lipstick is completely cruelty-free and 100% vegan. To see some swatches and my review of this beautiful color, click......
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Saturday, September 3, 2016

New Kat Von D Lock-It Concealer & Repackaged Lock-It Foundation: Review and Swatches

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For Fall 2016, Kat Von D is expanding its Lock-It range with the new Lock-It Concealer Creme ($34 CAD). With a full-coverage formulation promising a 24-hour wear, the concealer nicely complements the Lock-It Foundation ($42 CAD), which is getting a makeover with its new sleek packaging. To read about both products, click.......
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