Maybelline Colossal Chaotic Mascara|Review

If you haven't tried the Maybelline Volume Express line of mascara....you don't know what you're missing. I've been a huge fan of this line of mascara for more than 10 years. And now they've launched yet a new version....Colossal Chaotic Lash. My first impression (after watching the commercial) was "WOW look at those amazing plump lashes"!!!! So I decided to try it for myself. For starters I really love the packaging. The bold yellow and black colors, the "splashed" color on top and the huge lettering are all very fitting.

The wand has a slight curve at the very tip of the bristles which makes for easy application of the inner teeny tiny lashes. And I love that when I dip the brush into the product it wasn't saturated which can be very annoying with some mascaras. 

The application was easy and it did give me semi-thick lashes, but certainly NOT the way they appeared on the models in the commercial. That said, I am a little disappointed in this mascara because I don't think it gave me the full, thick, plump lashes they claim. I also hate that it's waterproof because it took me a lot to wash it off. For me this mascara was definitely a disappointment given that this range of mascara is my favorite drugstore choice. Sadly this one did not deliver. 

XOXO

Jessica

MAC Cinderella Collection

On March 5 MAC launched their limited edition Cinderella collection in honor of the new Cinderella movie. When I heard about this collection I made sure to be the first in line at MAC, seeing as I am a huge Cinderella fan and have been since childhood.

The entire collection comes in this stunning iridescent powdery blue packaging with gold writing. The palette consists of 6 buttery soft neutral shades with a deep dark sparkly purple. 

The lipstick is a lustre finish nude pink that is very natural and perfect for everyday or a dark smokey eye.

This is one of my favorite limited edition collections from MAC....I cannot get over how beautiful the packaging is and I know I'll get a lot of use out of everything I purchased. 

How much do you love this collection....let me know what you have all purchased in a comment down below.

XOXO

Jessica

Bare Minerals Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream |Review

Bare Minerals just launched their new Complexion Rescue tinted moisturizer. Now, if you're one of those people that (like me) was very disappointed in the Bare Minerals liquid foundation, don't rule them out quite yet. This tinted moisturizer is light weight, hydrating, and has a creamy texture that goes on effortlessly, to give the skin a gorgeous natural glow.

I have to admit I was a little skeptical to even give this a try, but I'm so glad I did. I was looking for a tinted moisturizer to give my skin a dewy finish and light coverage. My skin takes such a beating in the winter months I refuse to torture it with foundation everyday. This tinted moisturizer was just what I was looking for. And after trying it for a few days I decided I had to purchase a full size.

                                                                                                                       

It has an SPF of 30, which is great all year around to protect the skin from sun damage. Light weight sheer to medium coverage. Hypoallergenic, oil, silicone, paraben and fragrance free. And unlike other foundations that are fragrance free, but have a weird smell...this does not. It literally has no scent! If you're searching for a new tinted moisturizer definitely give this a try!

XOXO

Jessica

Ulta Eye Crayons

I don't usually go for store brand products, but recently I've noticed that a lot of beauty bloggers and you tubers find some really good buys among these beauty store brands. So at a recent trip to Ulta, I myself found some pretty decent eye crayons from the Ulta brand.

    Swatches (L to R) dark chocolate, rich, gold coast & black plum

I swatched tons of these before I decided on the four colors that I think I'll get the most use out of. They come in 16 different buttery soft colors. Similar to Nyx jumbo pencils and Clinique chubby sticks, but much softer in my opinion and a lot easier to blend. The opposite end has a soft sponge tip great for smudging on the lower lash line for the perfect smokey eye. I also love rubbing these on my upper lash line and with my finger working the color out onto the lid. And because they are super soft, they're easy to blend on the eyelid and lower lash line. They sell for only $8, but I got them for half off on one of their weekend sales. I'm so glad I didn't pass these up and excited to see what other store brand products I can get my hands on. If you have any that you love, please leave a comment down below telling me your favorites!

XOXO

Jess

Milani Bella Eyes Collection

Milani recently launched a beautiful collection of eyeshadows which they called 'bella'. The collection includes 30 stunning eyeshadows that are meant to have a gel powder consistency which means rich color payoff and no fall out. They range from different finishes like satin matte, shimmer and iridescent metallic. As is in my nature, I went for the neutral shades to suit my everyday makeup, but all of the shades in this collection are absolutely gorgeous. They are all vibrant colors with a gorgeous texture.

(From L to R)

Bella Sand| Bella Charcoal| Bella Ivory

(From L to R)

Bella Espresso| Bella Emerald| Bella Bronze

Which color is your favorite?

Bare Minerals| The Glass Beach Palette

On a recent trip to Bare Minerals I decided to use a gift card I received on my birthday that I was saving for a "rainy day" purchase. As soon as I laid my eyes on this beauty I knew this was going to be that special birthday purchase. It is "The Glass Beach Palette" a beautiful special edition palette with gorgeous aqua blue mirror-like packaging. Not just for it's beautiful packaging, but for the lovely colors inside as well.

These four gorgeous colors stood out to me as the perfect colors for Autumn/Fall makeup. They're all matte shades starting with Pacific Sands, a nice pale neutral shade for highlighting the brow. Sea Glass, a pretty pale sea foam green. Golden Coast (as the name suggests) a beautiful gold color. And finally Tide Pool a lovely dark (almost black) coffee brown shade that I love wearing on my crease.

This has definitely been my most reached for palette of the season so far. I just love the way all the colors compliment each other. And they're all great for everyday wear!

Leave a comment below & let me know what you think!

DIY Gel Nails at Home

If you're addicted to all things nails like me, then you may have noticed the growing trend for gel manicures. Gel manicures are super popular at nail salons and now you can even purchase a kit for an at home gel manicure. However, those kits retail for upwards of $50 and that doesn't include $15 gel nail polishes. So I searched high and low for a product that would give me gel nails without having to buy a kit. I went to Sally Beauty Supply and found this gel coat by Gelous

I applied two coats of this gel base on my nails allowing each coat to dry. Then I applied two coats of my nail polish. 

I finished off the look with my Sally Hansen 'no chip' Top Coat! (my absolute favorite top coat)

I think this gel base coat is perfect for an at home gel manicure. It works with any nail polish and NO UV light needed!! It's a super inexpensive way to get gel nails at home.

Leave me a comment below and let me know what you think!

Jessica