Showing posts with label review. Show all posts
Showing posts with label review. Show all posts

Monday, 15 May 2017

The Estée Edit Flash Illuminator Fluid Powder 'Heat' - Review, Comparison Swatches, and Look

Sometimes it's worth it to brave the MAC Warehouse sale (if you aren't familiar, check out my post/vlog HERE).

estee lauder Estée Edit Flash Illuminator Fluid Powder Heat 01 review comparison swatches

During the most recent sale I grabbed this Estée Edit Flash Illuminator Fluid Powder 'Heat'.  I know, I know, I broke my "no more buying highlighter" rule, but for $15 dollars I figured it would be good to review on my blog.

Thursday, 26 January 2017

MAKE UP FOR EVER High Precision Lip Pencil - Review, Swatches, Looks

Lip liner used to never be a part of my beauty regime.  I used to think that it was for people who couldn't paint within the lines, when applying lipstick.  Well, not only did I find that I had a hard time staying within my lip lines, but I also found that I needed lip liner to give my lipstick something to cling to.

MAKE UP FOR EVER High Precision Lip Pencil n23 n14 review swatches

Maybe MAKE UP FOR EVER can help in my quest to have a clean lip look.  They have released twelve lip liners, that fall into three families:  nude, pink, and red.

Thursday, 8 December 2016

Too Faced 'Papa Don't Peach' Blush - Review, Comparison Swatches, and Look

Part two of 'Sweet Peach Week' is upon us, and today it's all about blush (Part 1, reviewing the glosses is HERE).

too faced papa dont peach blush review swatches dupe

Meet the Too Faced peach-infused blush, 'Papa Don't Peach'.

Tuesday, 6 December 2016

Too Faced Sweet Peach Creamy Peach Oil Lip Gloss - Review, Swatches, and Looks

If you're a makeup lover, then you've definitely heard that Too Faced is expanding their Sweet Peach line.  It started out as an eyeshadow palette, and now they're coming out with a Sweet Peach blush, highlighter/blush/bronzer palette, and lip oil glosses.

Too Faced Sweet Peach Creamy Peach Oil Lip Gloss review swatches

I'll be sharing reviews of all the new Sweet Peach products, so today I'm kicking it off with the 'Sweet Peach Creamy Peach Oil Lip Gloss'.

Monday, 5 December 2016

Dior 5 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette in 'Trafalgar', and Dior Addict Fluid Stick in 'Trompe L'Oeil' - Review, Swatches, and Look

I've been a big fan of the "warm and rusty" shades of makeup, for the past little while.  So, when I saw the Dior eyeshadow palette in 'Trafalgar', I immediately fell in love with the rich red shadow that is featured in the centre of the palette.

dior 5 couleurs eyeshadow palette trafalgar fluid stick gloss trompe loeil review swatches

Here's a little look I put together with some "warm and rusty" Dior picks.

Thursday, 1 December 2016

Teeez Cosmetics Fashion Vendetta Collection - Review, Swatches, and Look

You may have heard me talk about Teeez Cosmetics before (HERE and HERE).  But if you are unfamiliar, they are a Netherlands-based brand with fun packaging, that are inspired by runway trends.

teeez cosmetics fashion venedetta review swatches berlin sunrise cool cerise scarlet adrenaline

Today I'm talking about a few pieces from their latest line, the 'Fashion Vendetta' Collection.

Saturday, 26 November 2016

Dior Holiday Splendor 2016 Collection - Review, Swatches, Looks

Hooray for holiday collections!  Bring on the silver, gold, and glitter!

dior holiday makeup 2016 1 review swatches splendor

Every holiday season Dior releases a beautiful limited edition holiday collection. Needless to say, I was really excited to see what they created for 2016.

Friday, 18 November 2016

Quo Luxury Lipstick Wardrobe - Review, Swatches, and Look

The holidays are in full swing, and Quo has got you covered.

quo luxury lipstick wardrobe review swatches fig creme raspberry red orchid

This year they have over 25 pieces in their holiday collection.  Palettes, brushes, and gift sets galore!

Saturday, 12 November 2016

Essence 2-in-1 Lipstick & Liner in 'Vintage Rose', and 'Lush Berry' - Review, Swatches, and Look

Essence is pretty famous for launching a huge slew of products at once.  And every launch is a surprise - lipsticks, blushes, face setting spray - oh my!

essence 2 in 1 lipstick and liner lush berry wintage rose review swatches

I've been making my way through some of the fall/winter 2016 products, and today I'm talking about the 2-in-1 Lipstick & Liner.

Saturday, 29 October 2016

Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips Lipstick in 'Secret Salma', 'Kim K.W.', and 'Miranda May' - Review, Swatches, and Look

Get ready for some pretty-ness, because today I'm talking about the Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips Lipsticks!

charlotte tilbury hot lips lipstick secret salma kim k.w. miranda may review swatches look

Inspired by and in collaboration with some of the world's most inspiring celebrities, Charlotte Tilbury brings you 16 lipsticks (4 of which are best sellers), in a variety of finishes.

Thursday, 20 October 2016

Stila Stay All Day MATTE'ificent Lipstick in 'Brûlée', and 'Bisou' - Review, Swatches, and Look

Back in September I got to check out a preview for a bunch of brands that fall under the 'ACI' umbrella.  One of those brands was a brand that carries my holy-grail liquid eyeliner - Stila!

Stila stay all day matteificent lipstick brulee bisou review swatches 1

One of the things that Stila was launching was the Stila Stay All Day MATTE'ificent Lipsticks, which are part of the Glam Rock Fall 2016 Collection.  Today I have two of the twelve shades for you to take a look at.

Tuesday, 18 October 2016

Belif Comes to Canada + Skincare Review

Belif skincare is heeeeeere!  The wait is over because the famous skincare brand that combines British medical herbalist 150 year heritage with modern Korean skin science is finally available in Canada.


I know - Shawna talking about skincare?  That's right!  I don't talk about skincare a lot, so when I do, you know it's good.

Saturday, 15 October 2016

Too Faced Melted Matte Liquified Matte Long Wear Lipstick - Review, Swatches, and Looks

Too Faced has had a few teasers on their Instagram page of upcoming new products.  Included in the bunch are some new colours of the Melted Matte liquid lipsticks (Forest Green!).  Since new colours are coming out, it's about time that I try out the original Melted Matte colours.

too faced melted mattes review swatch

I've tried matte liquid lipsticks from Kat Von D, Colourpop, Anastasia Beverly Hills, and Milani, so let's add Too Faced to the list and see how they measure up!

Wednesday, 12 October 2016

MAC Nutcracker Sweet Smoky Eye Compact Eye Shadow x 9 - Review, Swatches, and Look

Let the holiday beauty products begin - Fly money, fly!  In addition to peppermint, snowflakes, and hot chocolate, the best thing about the holidays for beauty lovers around the world is holiday collections.  Every year, brands release limited-edition products that I always hope will end up being given to me, wrapped in a big bow.

MAC Nutcracker Sweet Smoky Eye Compact eye shadow x 9 review swatches look

If you've paid attention to Instagram, you know that MAC plans to big for this holiday season. The Nutcracker Sweet Collection contains 40 (yes, forty!) pieces.

Thursday, 6 October 2016

GOSH Cosmetics - Review and Look

GOSH Cosmetics is adding a bunch of products to their core collection.

GOSH Cosmetics core products review look

I put together an (almost) full-face look with them.  Was it a hit or a miss?

Saturday, 24 September 2016

Rouge Dior 2016 Lipstick - Review, Swatches, and Look

Dior is back at it again, this time with the Rouge Dior Lipsticks.

dior rouge lipstick review swatches

With a whopping 50 shades, there's something for everyone.

Monday, 19 September 2016

Estée Lauder Double Wear Nude Cushion Stick Radiant Makeup - Review, Before & After

Last month I got to take a look at some upcoming Estée Lauder products.  Today, I have a review of the Double Wear Nude Cushion Stick Radiant Makeup.

estee lauder double wear nude cushion stick radiant makeup 2w1 dawn review

The Double Wear Stay-In-Place foundation was my very first full coverage foundation, and opened my eyes to the magic of foundation.  How does the cushion foundation measure up?

Wednesday, 14 September 2016

Quo Cosmetics Fall 2016 Collection - Review and Look

Quo's limited edition collection for fall 2016 is here, and I put it to the test.

quo cosmetics fall 2016 collection

This collection is laid out quite similarly to their spring 2016 'Prismatic' collection, as far as what it contains.  Let's see how it measures up.

Thursday, 8 September 2016

Cover FX Perfect Light Highlighting Powder 'Sunlight', 'Candlelight', 'Moonlight' - Review and Swatches

I love the highlighting trend - I hope it never goes away.  My highlighter collection keeps growing, and with so many formulas, I want to try them all.  They come in cream form, they come in liquid form with a dropper, but my all-time fave is definitely powder form.  I love being able to wiggle my big dramatic fan brush into the product and dust the glam all over my face.  Powder form is always easiest to blend (for me) and it sits so comfortably on my skin.

cover fx perfect light highlighting powder unlight moonlight candlelight review swatches

Soon you'll be seeing Cover FX's powder highlighters.  That's right - you can take three of the colours from the Cover FX Custom Enhancer Drops on the go, because they are in a travel-friendly compact.

Thursday, 1 September 2016

Dior Fall 2016 Skyline Collection Lip Products - Review and Swatches

Today we're talking lippies! Glosses, and balms, and lip colours - oh my!

dior skyline lip glow pomeade lip glow lipstick black tie too much sophisticated fusion review swatches

These are the lip products from Dior's Fall 2016 Skyline Collection.