Swatch and Review of Hard Candy Ombre Lipstick in "764 Courageous"

One of the new additions from Hard Candy's Spring 2014 releases.

See my review of Hard Candy's Cheeks & Balances Highlight & Contour Cheek Duo here

Hard Candy Ombre Lipstick in "764 Courageous"

These are available in 10 shades. I got mine from my local Walmart for $6.

You scroll the makeup up by turning it.

Oh no! More of that nasty Saran Wrap packaging! :o

I'm a nut for pretty packaging, and I like the pretty metallic but I was disappointed with the packaging Hard Candy used. With this type of packaging dirt ends up building up underneath the edges and the wrapping ends up geting all wonky. Not only do I end up tearing off the plastic because it's unsightly, it's not hygienic.

Not a lot of product lol

I really hate this formula, I wanted to like it. I really did, but it's melty and has the staying power of mascara in a tsunami, yeah that bad lol. This formula also dries out my lips, which, admittedly, isn't that hard to do haha.

The Swatch

My first attempt

First did it wrong because I did the darker color on the inside of my lip.

There, that's better.

Now on my second attempt it looks better but don't even think about moving your lips, let alone eating or drinking with them. This formula is so melty it slides right off.

My lips dried off and the color faded about an hour after I applied it.

Honestly I'd rather use my better lipsticks and apply it with a brush. More time consuming but you get better color payoff and longer wear time.

I dislike this product. I wouldn't recommend.

Swatch and Review of Hard Candy Cheeks & Balances Highlight & Contour Cheek Duo in "805 Sweet Cheeks"

One of the new additions from Hard Candy's Spring 2014 releases.


First off, how cute is that name? Cheeks & Balances, hurr hurr lol.

Hard Candy's Cheeks & Balances Highlight & Contour Cheek Duo in "805 Sweet Cheeks"

These are available in 3 shades. I got mine from my local Walmart for $7

The blush packaging seems like it made out of a cheap light-weight plastic.

You spin the makeup up by the wheel near the bottom.

I didn't like how the design was just kind of Saran Wrapped on :(

I'm a nut for pretty packaging, and I was disappointed with the packaging Hard Candy used.
With this type of packaging dirt ends up building up underneath the edges and the wrapping ends up geting all wonky. Not only do I end up tearing off the plastic because it's unsightly, it's not hygienic.

This is it all scrolled up :)

When I first scrolled it all the way up I was like "wtf" but after using it I think that it will last me a good while, even though it doesn't look like much.

The Swatch. So Pretty and Shimmery!!!

This is a shimmery blush, definitely not matte, but don't fear! It doesn't make you look like a discoball! It shows up as a healthy, beautiful glow.

So even though the packaging sucks, the makeup itself is FABULOUS!

 The formula is nice because you can easily build up the color, or not, it's really versatile.
  The formula feels slightly grainy,  also kind of dry for a cream blush, if that makes sense.

BEFORE
Kinda War-Painty right? ;)

&

AFTER
I just blended it in a circular motion with my fingertips

I thought it seemed gimmicky and too good to be true but they really work! 

I love this blush :)

I totally recommend <3

Blushed Cheek VS Non Blushed Cheek
Feat. Hard Candy's Ombre Lipsticks in 764 Courageous

See my review of Hard Candy's Ombre Lipsticks here

So excited for these!

I was the most excited for these two products from Hard Candy's Spring 2014 releases.

Look for my reviews soon! <3

Swatch of Revlon Parfumerie Nail Polish in Surf Spray

Looking through my photos and I realized I never reviewed this.

Such pretty little bottles.

But I'm not impressed with Surf Spray's formula the photo above was taken after 2-3 coats. I scent was great though haha.

I know for a fact that some of the other formulas in the collection are winners. Just not this one.

Victoria's Secret Forbidden Eau De Parfum

 

The Site Description is:

 An exotic, steamy twist on a warm fragrance, this seductive scent is perfect for pushing the boundaries of sexy. New from the Very Sexy collection. This mysterious fragrance dresses skin in a tempting blend of exotic pear, amber wood and midnight blackberry.

 It retails at 1.7 Fl. Oz for $52 & 3.4 Fl. Oz for $68

 

First off the bottle itself is GORGEOUS! I love the jewel-like cap and the gradient bottle with the cheetah print overlay. It's beautiful. I love it. The scent maybe not so much. 

In the beginning this is a heavy, warm scent.

It is way stronger in the beginning when you spray it. At first it's sweet like candy but musky. It fades to a delicate subtle powdery-ness. Almost like baby powder. 

My fiance says it smells like something his mother would wear haha. 

I liked it but not enough to keep it.

#ULTA21 21 Days of Beauty Spring 2014

#21ULTA

 Ah.. the 21 Days of Beauty from #ULTA is here again. Today is the first day! If you've never heard of this magic before check it out here.

ULTA's #21DaysOfBeauty is three weeks of amazing steals and deals, freebies, events and sweepstakes.

~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~

What are you guys planning on snagging?

Me? 

I'm planning on trying to get the:

URBAN DECAY
Travel Size Trio* Reg. $19
NOW $12!

Available: Week 1, Friday 3/21

Here at ULTA

 I'm also going to try and get the:

SMASHBOX
Try It Kit* Reg. $19
NOW $10!

 Available: Week 2, Friday 3/28

Here at ULTA

 And if I like the Photo Finish Foundation Primer in the Smashbox Try It Kit 

I might also try to get the:

SMASHBOX
Photo Finish
Foundation Primer*
Reg. $36. NOW $18
50% OFF!

Available: Week 3, Saturday 4/5

Here at ULTA

Are you guys rearing to go?

[L'Oréal Paris] L'Oreal Paris Extraordinaire by Color Riche Lip Color Complete Line Swatches

Here are the swatches and my review of all 16 shades in the L'Oréal Paris Extraordinaire by Color Riche Lip Color line.

The description from the site is: Transform lips from ordinary to extraordinary. Color is richer, lip surface is smoother and shine is magnified. Formulated with precious micro-oils and rich color pigments, Extraordinaire provides the ideal balance of color and care for perfect lips. The unique soft-touch applicator allows for a silky-smooth, gliding application.

They are being sold at drugstores for $9.99. I got mine at CVS.

101 ROSE MELODY

103 BLUSHING HARMONY

104 DANCING ROSE

105 PINK TREMOLO

106 FUCHSIA ORCHESTRA

201 ROSE SYMPHONY

202 CORAL ENCORE

300 ORANGE TEMPO

303 ROUGE ALLEGRO

304 RUBY OPERA

306 SCARLET CONCERTO

403 PURPLE PRELUDE

500 MOLTO MAUVE

 502 PLUM ADAGIO

601 NUDE BALLET

703 CARAMEL SOLO

These colors go on smooth and the texture is creamy.