Hall of Fame: Embryolisse Lait Creme Concentre 24 Hour Miracle Cream

$16     1 oz / 30 ml

$28     2.6 oz / 80 ml

Ingredients: Aqua, Paraffinum Liquidum, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Triethanolamine, Cera Alba, Cetyl Palmitate, Butyrospermum Parkii, Steareth-10, Polyacrylamide C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Propylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Aloe Barbadensis, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Tropolone, Parfum

Availability: Amazon.com, Dermstore.com

Embryolisse Lait Creme Concentre is a makeup artist favorite. I purchase mine under the influence of Samantha Chapman and Lisa Eldridge. It's highly recommended as under makeup moisturizer. As you would assume by the title of this post, I love it!

In terms of skincare benefits, I'm not sure if it really delivers. Personally I don't believe day time skincare can improve the skin much because the skin is exposed to a lot more damages during the day than at night. So this is not for you if you're looking for something that would actually improve the skin.

A day cream serves a few purpose for me:

1. Release the tightness and any discomfort after cleansing.
2. Act as a barrier between my skin and makeup or potential external damages if I'm not wearing makeup.
3. Act as the "glue" if I'm wearing powder foundation.

Embryolisse Lait Creme Concentre delivers all of the above. The best thing about this cream is that it's rich and moisturizing without being greasy. In other words, it's a hydrating matte moisturizer. It will not make your makeup look oily. It will help your powder foundation go on smoothly. It's also perfect for mixing in your foundation to create tinted moisturizers.

If I really have to pick a flaw, it would be that it's slightly fragranted. However, my sensitive skin reacts fine with it. It's not a bad smell but it's not something that I would die for, either.

The only people that I would not recommend it for is those who are extremely sensitive to fragrance or, of course, any specific ingredients in this cream. But other than that, I can recommend this to almost everyone because it's such a versatile product and everyone can use it for something. Here are my recommendation:

• For oily, normal, and combination-oily skin: day cream, night cream, making tinted moisturizer
• For dry, dehydrated, and combination-dry skin: day cream, making tinted moisturizer

Have you tried the Lait Creme Concentre? What's your favorite day cream? Please share!

Steal the Deal: Guerlain Mineral Bronzing Powder $29.99

These loose mineral bronzers retail for $66 and now on sale for $30 on Groupon. I personally don't own them but if you're interested, click the picture above or this link for more details. The deal ends tomorrow!

Steal the Deal: $10 Sephora Gift Card for $5

Sephora is running a promotion of $10 gift card for $5 on Groupon. Click the the picture or this link for more details. Hurry because it ends tomorrow!

Empties #2

REN Micro Polish Cleanser (sample - 0.17 oz / 5 ml)
Full Size - $30   5.1 oz / 150 ml
I got this little sample size from Sephora and this only lasted a few washes for me. I like that it's a gentle physical exfoliant. The granules are fine and mixed in the foamy cleanser. I'm trying to steer away from foamy cleansers as it makes my face really dry. But I actually prefer it when it's in a scrub form because I want the granules to be rinsed off easily. Wiping it off with a washcloth might be a little too abrasive. I really like this cleanser, especially paired with chemical exfoliating products (masks, toners, moisturizers) because it gets off the residual dead skin without being too harsh. I don't use it everyday, only once or twice a week. If you have this sample or the full size, when you think you have run out of it, cut open the tube because there'll be much more than you think that's inside.
I recommend it and would definitely purchase the full size.

Melvita Rose Floral Water (sample - 0.96 oz / 28 ml)

Full size - $22   6.76 oz / 200 ml

I got this sample from a Birchbox long time ago. The thing that I love the most about it is the scent. It's lovely and natural without being overpowering. It's very gentle on my sensitive skin. The consistency is just like water. It's doesn't do much in terms of moisturizing. It will release some of the tightness after cleansing but not completely. But overall it's a lovely product and I would have purchased the full size if it was available. Apparently Melvita doesn't carry it anymore and a lot of other sites are listing it as out of stock. However, there is the Damask Rose Floral Water, which ingredients are just a bit different than the original rose water. But I would love to try it.

Caudalie Premier Cru Eye Cream (sample - 0.03 oz / 1 ml)

Full size - $98   0.5 oz / 15 ml

I remember when I got this sample from Sephora I was really disappointed because it's such a small sample. But after using it for the first time I was so glad that I picked it because it's such a nice eye cream. It's really rich and moisturizing without being greasy. I know a lot of people like the cooling eye gels or the ones with thinner consistencies like Origins Ginzing Eye Cream. I personally like my eye creams to be rich and almost balmy like Clinique All About Eyes Rich. I love that this Caudalie eye cream doesn't feel as greasy as the Clinique one and is perfectly fine worn under makeup.

I discovered the ridiculously high price when I was just thinking about purchasing the full size. I would definitely purchase the full size if $98 wasn't too much of a burden for me. Until then, I would just keep an eye out for the samples!

Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil (travel size - $14   0.5 oz / 15 ml)

Full size - $48   1.7 oz / 50 ml

Jumbo size - $96   4 oz / 120 ml

This is one of my holy grail products that I've raved over and over again ever since I got it. It's definitely worth the hype and if you wonder why, see this post. I've been repurchasing the travel size and just recently picked up a full size. I definitely recommend getting the travel size because it's a really nice bottle that's perfect for both travelling and using at home. It's doesn't take up much space in your skincare routine and the smaller dropper is much easier to use. I've already filled this little bottle up from my full size one.

It's definitely worth the hype and the money and I will definitely keep repurchasing this!

L'Oreal Ever Curl Sulfate-Free Hydracharge Shampoo      $7.29   8.5 oz / 251 ml

I've been using the L'Oreal Sulfate-Free line nonstop for about a year and I love it. The thing about most sulfate-free shampoos is that they don't lather well and I end up running out much quicker. This line of shampoo lathers just like other normal shampoos. I've noticed that my scalp doesn't get itchy and irritated and my hair doesn't get greasy as fast. There are different kinds of shampoo in the Sulfate-Free line. I have perm in my hair and honestly I didn't notice this Ever Curl one made any difference in the curl department. I don't really mind the different "functions." To me the different kinds mean different scents.

I would recommend it to everyone and I'll forever repurchase the Sulfate-Free line!

Hall of Fame: Paul Mitchell Clarifying Shampoo Three

$13     10.14 oz / 300 ml

Ingredients: Water (Eau, Aqua), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Urea, Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Thiosulfate, Bisamino PEG/PPG 41/3 Aminoethyl PG Propyl Dimethicone, Glutamine, Tyrosine (L-Tyrosine), Leucine, Cysteine HCl, Glycine, Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey Root), Plantago Major, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat Germ) Protein, PEG 12 Dimethicone, Sodium Borate, Sulfated Castor Oil, Magnesium Carbonate (CI 77713), Tetrasodium EDTA, Trisodium EDTA, Disodium EDTA (Copper), Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Magnesium Nitrate, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene

Availability: drugstores, Drugstore.com

This shampoo is, as the name suggests, a clarifying shampoo. I got it because I noticed that my hair gets really weighed down after constantly using nourishing hair products such as sulfate free shampoos, rich conditioners and hair masks.

Normally a cheap drugstore shampoo with sulfate would take care of the problem as it strips everything off of your scalp. But at the same time it leaves my sensitive scalp very itchy.

Paul Mitchell Clarifying Shampoo Three does the job better without making my scalp uncomfortable, which to me is surprising because its ingredients aren't the best/ healthiest for the scalp and hair. It really gets all the gunk off to the point where my hair will feel a bit like straws, without making my scalp irritated. However, because it gets everything off of your hair, I suggest putting conditioner or hair mask on afterwards, otherwise the hair would get tangled really easily.

The packaging is marvelous. It doesn't waste any product. I didn't have to open the bottle to scrape out the last bit. When nothing's coming out when you squeeze it, there is really nothing in the bottle.

How I use it
I use it about once a week to get any product buildup off of my scalp. This is also when I use my hair mask because it will clean the hair really well so there's not much barrier between the hair and the mask. I always follow up with a conditioner or hair mask to help untangle the hair.
I mainly focus on my scalp so I don't need a lot. It lathers up and then I bring it down to my hair.

Recommendation
I highly recommend it to athletes, models, people who need to deep cleanse their scalp or hair regularly. I've read good reviews from swimmers. I would also highly recommend it to people who use a lot of nourishing hair products.
I don't have color-treated hair so I'm not sure if it would strip the dyes off. So I cannot recommend it to those who have color-treated hair. But I do have perm in my hair and it doesn't seem to ruin the perm.

I've been using this shampoo for about 10 months and have repurchased it. I definitely see myself continue using it for a really long time.

Have you tried Paul Mitchell Clarifying Shampoo Three? What's your favorite clarifying shampoo?

Today's Makeup: Subtle Neutral Look with MAC Soba

I've been in love with MAC Soba and have been using it whenever I'm doing an easy everyday makeup. It's one of those eyeshadow that looks nothing special in the pan or swatched. But it looks so nice on the eyes. It's something that you just have to try it to love it. It looks really nice on the bottom lash line, too.
I just love how minimal it looks. It gives a little bit of brightness but at the same time create some depth. Everything is so subtle and almost like "no makeup makeup."

Eyes

• Eyelids & bottom lash lines: MAC Eyeshadow in Soba
• Crease: MAC Eyeshadow in Cork
• Eyebrows: MAC Eyeshadow in Brun
• Lash curler: Shiseido Eye Lash Curler
• Mascara: Cover Girl Lash Blast 24HR
• Undereye: It Costmetics Bye Bye Undereye in Natural Medium

Face

• Kanebo Freshel BB Cream in Medium Beige
• NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard
• MAC Studio Fix Powder in NC20
• NARS Bronzer in Laguna
• NARS Blush in Lustre
• MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in Soft and Gentle

Lips

• MAC Lipstick in See Sheer

ELF Studio Flawless Finish Foundation

$6     0.8 oz/ 24 ml

Ingredients: (Active) Octyl Salicylate 2%, Titanium Dioxide 5.5%, (Inactive) Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Butylene Glycol, Talc, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Synthetic Beeswax, Potassium Sorbate, Propylene Carbonate, Boron Nitride, Barium Sulfate, Caprylyl Glycol May Contain: Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)

Shades: Porcelain, Sand, Buff, Caramel, Almond, Coco

Availability: ELF, Drugstore.com

Color
There are 6 shades, all different complexion and skin tones. Sand is much more yellow tone than Porcelain, but it's a tiny bit too dark for me so I have to mix it with Porcelain. The mixture turns a little pink because Porcelain is very pink based. One of the cons of this foundation is that it may be hard to get the exact shade with the exact tone matched to your skin. It can be slightly corrected with a yellow or pink setting powder.

Porcelain | Sand  | Buff | Caramel | Almond | Coco

Porcelain | Sand  | Buff | Caramel | Almond | Coco

Formula
I really like the consistency of this foundation. Even though it's a liquid foundation, it's a little creamier than most. It's really easy to blend and it does set to a satin finish, which I find is more natural looking than a dewy finish. The formula doesn't feel powdery and it doesn't accentuate dry patches a ton. However, there is a noticeable floral/powdery fragrance when you first put it on. But by the time I finish the rest of the makeup I don't smell it anymore. Based on EWG's rating, this foundation isn't that bad for the skin (score 3-4), but personally my skin finds it a little less gentle than my other foundation. Not that it breaks me out a lot, but I just find my skin isn't accepting it completely. It doesn't feel particularly lightweight or heavyweight. It's very average.

Coverage
It has light to medium coverage. If you keep layering it, it can possibly be built to a medium-full coverage. It's a very buildable foundation. 2 layers is enough for me when I have some minor breakout spots or hyperpigmentation.

No makeup

1 layer

2 layers

Wear
The lasting power of this foundation is not good. I get the most oily on my nose and it did not pass 3-hour mark there. However, it wears off very beautifully, even with a powder. It wears off evenly and doesn't get patchy. If you have oily skin, it would not last on you for more than 2 or 3 hours.

How I Wear It
Because of its color and the lasting power, I don't wear it for nights out or events. I wear it when I'm home and just feel like putting on some makeup, or errands days.

Overall, I think this foundation is an okay product. Would I recommend it? It depends. If you're starting out makeup and want something that works as a foundation supposed to, get this because it's cheap, it works, and even if it wears off it does so beautifully so you don't have to worry about fixing it. If you're just looking for something that looks nice on the skin but you don't really mind the staying power, it's a good one to get if the color(s) matches you. If you're looking for a long lasting foundation, don't even bother with it. The lasting power is definitely below average.

For me, I don't love this foundation but I like it. It really did surprise me a little because I didn't expect much out of it considering how cheap it is. It's something that I don't regret buying it because it works for me, but I wouldn't repurchase it because it's nothing overwhelmingly fantastic.

Worth the Hype? REN Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask

$55     1.7 oz / 50 ml

Ingredients: Polysorbate 60, Glycerin, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Leaf Extract, Lecithin, Lactic Acid, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Passiflora Quadrangularis Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Alcohol Denat., Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Oil, Xanthan Gum, Maltodextrin, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Parfum (Fragrance), Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate, Tocopherol

Availability: Sephora, Nordstrom, Dermstore.com

This mask received a lot of hype especially in the UK beauty community. With the rising popularity of glycolic acids and chemical exfoliants, I'd always wanted to try such kind of exfoliaters but was skeptical about the hype and it would be a quite expensive purchase. I finally gave in, bit the tongue and bought it.

Unique packaging. It looks like a plastics bag inside containing all the products.

Application

It's not a clay. It's more like a creamy gel consistency. It will not dry up or make your face stiff, which is nice. I do put it around the eyes because I want to exfoliate my milia. I don't recommend doing this at first because it is an acid and will burn/sting your eyes a little. Gradually putting it closer as your skin gets more comfortable with the product is the way to go. After putting it on, I let it sit for at least 20 minutes and then massage my skin a little before I rinse it off.

I need almost a full pump per application, which is a lot considering how big and how deep the pump is.

How my skin feels

I've heard that it stings on some people's skin. I've never experienced any stinging sensation on my face using this mask. Glycolic acid is supposed to loosen up the glue holding the dead skin on the face so the dead skin comes off. Here is a very good video on glycolic acid. My skin does feel very smooth afterwards, as most people experience. I'm not sure if it's the exfoliation or the hydrating ingredients in it that make my skin smooth afterwards. 

The impact

I was using it once a week, as suggested on the bottle. The description on the packaging and on official websites don't indicate how the glycolic acid concentration in the product, so I didn't want to use it more often than suggested just in case it's high. If I use it once a week, it only makes my face really soft and smooth afterwards. I would still have little blackheads and pimples as usual. I would say once a week application gives really temporary impact on the skin.

REN replied to a customer review on their official website that this particular product contains 6.5% glycolic acid, which isn't very high, so I started using it a few days in a row. At first it dried my skin out so I started using it every other day instead and my skin is pretty comfortable with it. Still, I didn't notice that it stopped my skin from getting black heads and pimples. But my skin was definitely soft and smooth.

Overall, I'm very unimpressed with this product. It doesn't harm the skin but it does very little. The only it really does is making the skin soft and smooth, which it does so fantastically that it made it in my July Most Loved 10. So if you want smooth skin, it does a great job at it. But it's also at a high price because it does run out very quickly if you use it every other day or so. If you already have blackheads and pimple before starting using it, it will not fix the existing ones, same as other exfoliaters. But if you want to prevent future blackheads and pimple, I would suggest look somewhere else. This mask won't do it, either. 6.5% is very mild.

Is it worth the hype? No, I don't think so.

Do I regret buying it? Just a little. It was my first chemical exfoliater and I'm glad that I tried it because I really like the idea and it is definitely more gentle then physical exfoliant. My only regret is that I paid so much for something does little and runs out fast.

Would I repurchase? Definitely not.

Recommendation

I would recommend it for people who haven't tried chemical exfoliant before and want a good taste of it. There are some products categorized on the mild side that only contain 2-5% glycolic acid and then the next level is 8-10%. Personally I think 5% would have been too mild for me to even notice any effects, so I think this REN mask with 6.5% concentration would be a good start, IF you're willing to spend the money...

I HIGHLY recommend pairing it up with VERY gentle physical exfoliant, such as REN Micro Polish Cleanser. This will help the dead skin come off when the "glue" isn't loosened up completely.

Updated Review: MAC Mineralize Moisture Foundation

I did a first impression and a review of MAC Mineralize Moisture Foundation a few months ago. The more I use it the more my opinion about this foundation changes. But not in a good way (I almost called this post a product rant.).

In the review I talked about how streaky it can get, and this is what makes me mad when I use it. The foundation is very liquidy and doesn't sit well on the skin. It doesn't sink into the skin, nor it sets. No matter how much time I wait for it to set, it still doesn't. That makes applying the rest of the face makeup really difficult because everything used on the face leaves streak marks. That means it's difficult to blend out the concealer, you have to use very light hand when applying powders, and you have to set it with powder before applying any cheek products.

The streakiness makes it almost impossible to layer this foundation so it's unlikely that you can build it up to a medium coverage without it looking terrible.

The formula of this foundation is the source of all these problems. It doesn't set so it sit on top of the skin, which makes it easy to mix with the oil on the face throughout the day and the foundation gets patchy and cakey and wear off unevenly.

If you have dry skin looking for a hydrating foundation from MAC, Face and Body will be a better bet than Mineralize Moisture. Face and Body has similar coverage (light), but it sets and it's way more buildable (up to medium-full).

MAC Paint Pot Constructivist: Review + Demo

$18.50     0.17 oz/ 5 g

Ingredients: Isodocecane, dimethicone, polyethylene, hydrogenated polyisobutene, quaternium-90 bentonite, dimethicone silylate, octyldodecanol, silica, trihydroxystearin, retinyl palmitate, tocopheryl acetate, lecithin, carnauba wax, propylene carbonate, triethoxycaprylylsilane. May contain: mica, titanium dioxide, iron oxides, bismuth oxychloride, blue 1 lake, carmine, chromium hydroxide green, chromium oxide greens ferric ferroxyanide, manganese violet, ultramarines, yellow 5 lake.

Availability: MAC, Macy's, Nordstrom

Color

MAC describes this color as a "metallic brown with red pearl" and it's categorized as a frost finish. Personally, I wouldn't define it as metallic or frosty. There's definitely some sheen. The finish is really interesting. If you only use a sheer wash of color, it looks semi-matte. If you pile on layers, it can look shimmery, but not metallic/ frosty/ reflective. I don't find much red tone in it. To me, it looks pretty neutral. I would describe it as shimmery deep neutral brown.

Maybelline Color Tattoo in Tough As Taupe | Maybelline Color Tattoo in Bad to the Bronze | MAC Paint Pot in Constructivist (heavy swatch) | MAC Paint Pot in Constructivist (blended out)

Formula
The formula is a dream. It's not overly creamy like the more frosty ones like Rubenesque, but it's not as dry as the matte ones like Quite Natural (both are MAC Paint Pots). It's the happy medium. It doesn't go on slippery or dry. It's easy to blend and it sets.

Pigmentation
It's very pigmented. The color you swatch is the color you see in the pot. But it can be sheered out by blending, which is how I wear it for everyday looks. The intensity of the color is very versatile, depending out much you blend and how many layers you apply, which allows you to create the entire eye look with just this product.

Wear
Without eyeshadow primer underneath, it's not the best lasting/wearing product. I notice creasing on my oil lids around the 5-hour mark. But with an eyeshadow primer (my holy grail is NARS Pro Prime), it will last the entire day (8-10 hours) on oily lids. In short, it's not long lasting and it doesn't wear off nicely (mainly due to the finish and the color), but the performance can be improved with primers.

How I Wear It
I wear it on its own on top of an eyeshadow primer, blend it out for sheer wash of color or layer it for night-out looks. I also pair this with colorful bright eyeshadows just to tone down the look and add depth. I did a colorful eye look using this paint pot in this POST.

Here is how I wear it for an everyday look:

Step 1  Get some product on a dense eyeshadow brush.

Step 2  Dab it on your eyelid.

Step 3  Wipe the brush on a tissue or the back of your hand to get rid of the excess. With the same brush, blend it upward a little.

Step 4  Grab a clean fluffy blending brush. Blend out the edges. If you want more depth, just repeat the steps above.

Step 5  Finish it off with some mascara and voila!

Overall, I'm very pleased with the product. It would literally be the perfect product if it wore off/ last better, but I understand that given the finish and the color (which for me really make the product), it's a inevitable sacrifice. I'm all about versatile and easy products and this is definitely one of them. It can work for very fair to tan/dark complexions. It can be used for both daytime and nighttime looks. I know MAC Paint Pots are kind of hit and miss and I've definitely had my hits and misses. Constructivist is definitely a hit and I highly recommend it!

Most Loved 10 of July 2013

REN Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask

This thing has been talked and raved about by so many beauty gurus so I finally decided to bite the tongue, spend the $55, and give it a go. If you're not familiar with glycolic acids, this VIDEO would be very helpful. This mask leaves my face very soft afterwards. It's a good product use if you're just starting to get into glycolic acids.

Josie Maran 100% Argan Oil

This is my first beauty oil and I've been using these oils for months and this remains my favorite. It's my travel essential because no matter what kind of weather or what kind of condition my face is under, this never fails me. For more details, please see this REVIEW.

Blistex Lip Medex

I got this tiny one for $1.29 on Drugstore.com. I believe this is the one that Estee from Essie Button swears by. This is so good. It's not the best tasting because if you lick it it will tingle your tongue. It gives the lips a tingling sensation, which makes the lips feel plumped. It's very moisturizing and it doesn't make my lips dry once I stop using it. It's clear. It doesn't make your lips look ashy.

Clinique Even Better Makeup in Golden Neutral

This is one of my favorite foundations. However, my complexion has become lighter over the years and this shade is too dark for me. I use it in the summer to mix it with my winter foundations. I find a lot of lighter foundation shades have pink undertone. Golden Neutral is really yellow base so while it darkens the lighter foundations, it neutralizes the undertone.

NARS Blush/ Bronzer Duo in Deep Throat/ Laguna

This product was featured in my Best Travel Makeup Products post and I've done an individual review for it. The product itself isn't that amazing. But I love how compact, fool-proof, and versatile it is. For more details, please see this REVIEW.

Sonia Kashuk Undetectable Creme Bronzer in Rich Bronze

This is a cream to powder bronzer. I love the formula because it's not like a typical cream cheek product. It's very easy to blend with a brush. I apply it just like how I would to contour with a product bronzer. Rich Bronze is a good shade for contouring. I wouldn't say it's orange but it's a little warmer than Benefit Hoola. I'll soon post a review for this product. Stay tuned!

Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette - Crave

This palette was in last month's Most Loved 10. This month I haven't been using this palette for eyeshadows but instead, I've been using the shade Crave to fill in my brows. My natural hair color is a very dark brown, almost black. Crave is black but because of its pigmentation, it looks like a very dark gray, which is perfect for filling in my brows.

MAC Paint Pot in Constructivist

I used this paint pot also every time I wore makeup this month. It's such a versatile product. You can achieve different depths of the color, allowing you to do a complete eyeshadow look with just this product. I will have a review and demo of Constructivist soon. Stay tuned!

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Romantic

It's red with warm undertone. I love how you can get a sheer wash of color by putting it in the center of the lips and blend it out. You can also get an opaque color with normal application. It feels great on the lips. It does stain, but not as much or as evenly as Smitten. It does leave a little bit of a ring around the edges but it's nothing terribly noticeable if you have pigmented lips.

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Mauve It Over

It's my "my lips but better" color. It's a mauvy pink. I don't find nude lipsticks flattering on me, so this pink mauve is perfect. It's natural and comfortable to wear. The finish is beautiful. It's a matte finish but when applied on the lips, it has a very slight moisture, giving it a natural satin finish. I love this lipstick with dark or bright eye looks.

Clinique Golden Neutral | NARS Deep Throat | NARS Laguna | Sonia Kashuk Rich Bronze | Urban Decay Crave | MAC Constructivist | Revlon Romantic | Revlon Mauve It Over