Pictures with the Bautista/Watson Family
Friday, July 11, 2014
Thursday, July 10, 2014
Monday, July 7, 2014
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Vote
I have three more reviews left and then I am moving on to newer items. I have just picked up to much and trying to figure out which ones to review has been a headache. So I will post this to let everyone else choose something they would like to see a review on.
Any questions feel free to contact me.
Any questions feel free to contact me.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Physicians Formula Correcting Primer & Smoky Eyes Shimmer Strips
I know a lot of people enjoy Physicians Formula products but out of the ones I have tried " a fair few" I found I really do not care for them. With the redness in my face I wanted to give the Correcting Green Primer a try and see if it would help. It wasn't what I expected to say the least.
I pictured it being silky similar to other primers, it was more like paste. I took the first one back, I didn't notice when I opened it and it slipped out of the package that the bottom of the plastic holder had been cut open. The contents in the tube had hardened and only came out in bits of chalky powder.
When I got back with the second one as I was trying to twist it out the top of it popped up and I had to push down and reapply the brush to the base. I had to do this twice before anything came out of it, and for the next three times as well. I had enough from each time to do about 1/4 of my face.
After applying, it turned white and as it dried felt like I had rubbed chalk down my face. It was very drying, and cracking I had to wash it off there was no way I could put foundation on over it. I will try another primer but think I am done with PF brand.
I also picked up one of the Smoky Eye Shimmer Strip trio pencils. I have been wanting a fat eye pencil and a friend told me these were great. Her idea of great and my thoughts on these pencils are ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ about this far apart.
Usually we agree and like the same things, this time not so much. I really was saddened by this, I was hoping for a creamy well pigmented eye pencil and what I got was a sparkly, sheer black mess that made my dark circles scream "HERE I AM!". Again I know some products work for some and not others this product as with many of their others does not work for me.
That picture of the primer is from the second and only other container they had in stock. The spillage on the brush was hard as a rock.
Younique's Pigment and Concealer powders
I started playing more with the Younique presenter's kit. I love a couple of the colors in their pigments, my favorite being Irresistible and Sexy being the second favorite. They go on smooth and clean up easily, pretty much fool proof. Which is exactly what I personally need.
The concealers were nice as well, though I tend to shy away from powder concealer's. The dry skin issues sometimes make me look like I have scales. I used it with my NYX Pore Filler primer it went on with a nice light coverage, BUT the powder look was still there for me.
I think the concealer is nice but it really isn't my thing. I prefer liquid or cream foundation and more of a full coverage.
I moisturize before putting on any primer or foundation with Josie Maran's Light Argan Oil. So my face isn't completely dried out when applying. Maybe I am not using it the right way, I don't know. I try different products to see which ones need a 300 page manual or you can teach a monkey to use. In these trials I am the monkey.
Eye pigments are in the colors Irresistible and Sexy. Mascara is Younique 3D Fiber Lash, concealers I used a combination of Frisky and Fabulous, primer was NYX Pore Filler.
The concealers were nice as well, though I tend to shy away from powder concealer's. The dry skin issues sometimes make me look like I have scales. I used it with my NYX Pore Filler primer it went on with a nice light coverage, BUT the powder look was still there for me.
I think the concealer is nice but it really isn't my thing. I prefer liquid or cream foundation and more of a full coverage.
I moisturize before putting on any primer or foundation with Josie Maran's Light Argan Oil. So my face isn't completely dried out when applying. Maybe I am not using it the right way, I don't know. I try different products to see which ones need a 300 page manual or you can teach a monkey to use. In these trials I am the monkey.
Eye pigments are in the colors Irresistible and Sexy. Mascara is Younique 3D Fiber Lash, concealers I used a combination of Frisky and Fabulous, primer was NYX Pore Filler.
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Just a quick Thank you.
I had a reader message me about posting pictures of before, during and after while using moisturizers and creams. I have no idea why I had never thought of this before. Since I do prefer to try most products for a period of at least two weeks, I will do a three photo set.
Thank you Rebecca for the advice and for reading.
Thank you Rebecca for the advice and for reading.
Josie Maran Argan Balm
This is another one of those products I bought and was hoping to love, and I do for some things. There are several items I absolutely love in the Josie Maran Line, but there are others I just like and some I just can't handle.
The Argan balm is not greasy like the Argan whipped butter. It is a bit more on the waxy side, but it doesn't feel like my pores are filled. When I use stuff that does that all I want to do is crawl back in the shower.
This actually makes my skin feel soft, but in all the uses it hasn't done anything to repair or actually make it soft. I suffer from SEVERELY dry skin. I buy all kinds of different lotions, creams, oils and so far nothing is helping. I exfoliate, even gone so far as to use avocado oil and aloe vera gel in a wrap. So, I have to just take what I can get with it feeling soft for a little while.
What I use this for, mainly my ankles and lips. Those are the driest spots, and I really like how soft my lips feel with it. For someone that just needs a bit of light softening of the skin I would think this would be perfect. There isn't a strong fragrance and the bit it does have, come from the ingredients I believe. It smells a bit like raw coco-butter and bees wax to me.
Overall a definite A on the Argan Balm, you can purchase this product from Sephora for $42.00. Or check out Joise Maran's site to learn more and they are currently offering free shipping on any orders over $25.00.
If you have any suggestions on products that alleviate dry skin, please let me know. As well any products that you are curious about or some you absolutely love that I may need to try. Feel free to leave your comments below or use my contact page.
The Argan balm is not greasy like the Argan whipped butter. It is a bit more on the waxy side, but it doesn't feel like my pores are filled. When I use stuff that does that all I want to do is crawl back in the shower.
This actually makes my skin feel soft, but in all the uses it hasn't done anything to repair or actually make it soft. I suffer from SEVERELY dry skin. I buy all kinds of different lotions, creams, oils and so far nothing is helping. I exfoliate, even gone so far as to use avocado oil and aloe vera gel in a wrap. So, I have to just take what I can get with it feeling soft for a little while.
What I use this for, mainly my ankles and lips. Those are the driest spots, and I really like how soft my lips feel with it. For someone that just needs a bit of light softening of the skin I would think this would be perfect. There isn't a strong fragrance and the bit it does have, come from the ingredients I believe. It smells a bit like raw coco-butter and bees wax to me.
Overall a definite A on the Argan Balm, you can purchase this product from Sephora for $42.00. Or check out Joise Maran's site to learn more and they are currently offering free shipping on any orders over $25.00.
If you have any suggestions on products that alleviate dry skin, please let me know. As well any products that you are curious about or some you absolutely love that I may need to try. Feel free to leave your comments below or use my contact page.
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Ultra-Hydrating
If you have read my past blog reviews then you know where I stand with oil on the skin. Moderation is fine but if you are using to much you are not helping your skin. It has to breath and yes you want moisture in but sealing it shut with an inch of oil will not make it better.
With the Josie Maran products I threw all my dislikes and doubts out the window and decided to give it a try. I liked the Light Argan Oil that I tried so went crazy buying up many of the products.
I got the Vanilla Apricot Whipped Argan Oil, the fragrance was nice but did not mix well with another perfume I had. So I used it for a night time cream. I really wanted to love this product sadly I did not. I don't hate it but it really did not do much to help in softening my skin. It may just be my rough spots need a sand blaster to help, heck I don't know but this did not do the trick.
It as well felt really greasy, I tried using smaller amounts to see if my skin would absorb it better but always the slippery hands afterwards. For those of you who do not like this feel I would avoid the product, but for those of you that enjoy the way the oil gives you that silky sensation... Jump on it.
Sephora carries this product for $35.00.
With the Josie Maran products I threw all my dislikes and doubts out the window and decided to give it a try. I liked the Light Argan Oil that I tried so went crazy buying up many of the products.
I got the Vanilla Apricot Whipped Argan Oil, the fragrance was nice but did not mix well with another perfume I had. So I used it for a night time cream. I really wanted to love this product sadly I did not. I don't hate it but it really did not do much to help in softening my skin. It may just be my rough spots need a sand blaster to help, heck I don't know but this did not do the trick.
It as well felt really greasy, I tried using smaller amounts to see if my skin would absorb it better but always the slippery hands afterwards. For those of you who do not like this feel I would avoid the product, but for those of you that enjoy the way the oil gives you that silky sensation... Jump on it.
Sephora carries this product for $35.00.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)