Macgirl
Member Since: December 2, 2009Reviews
NYX Megashine Lipgloss
I am a total lip gloss freak. I know everyone says that, but I am the true, original, freak. I have so many lip glosses I could probably wear a different one every day for a year. Okay, probably not THAT many, but A LOT! I recently ordered three of... +
I am a total lip gloss freak. I know everyone says that, but I am the true, original, freak. I have so many lip glosses I could probably wear a different one every day for a year. Okay, probably not THAT many, but A LOT!
I recently ordered three of the NYX Mega-Shine l/g from makeupgeek.com - I chose: Natural, Crystal Soda, and Beige. I LOVE all three colours. I have a tough time with lipsticks and lipglosses because my lips are pretty pigmented. The natural and beige are sort of opaque, crystal soda goes on opaque then settles to a high-shine, transparent finish.
The doe-foot applicator is longer than any glosses I own, about the width of your lip, which is perfect. It's soft and applies just the right amount of product.
The cherry bubblegum smell is to die for. I keep licking my lips hoping there would be some flavour, but, sadly, there isn't.
The consistency is thick, but not sticky. They really nailed it on the formula. It lasts a while too and really moisturizes your lips - a definite bonus in the winter!
Finally, the packaging is so cute - there's a bow imprinted on the top of the handle, and there's loads of product inside!
If I have to choose a favourite of the three, I guess I reach for beige the most. Hmmm, maybe natural. Nah, all three. I love them all and carry them all with me.
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MoroccanOil Treatment
I like this product. I use it on my towel dried hair. I'm not so crazy about the smell, it gives off a, well, oily smell. I don't notice any extra shine, but it does speed up blowdrying my thick hair. And, dare I say, I think it dried out... +
I like this product. I use it on my towel dried hair. I'm not so crazy about the smell, it gives off a, well, oily smell.
I don't notice any extra shine, but it does speed up blowdrying my thick hair. And, dare I say, I think it dried out my hair a little, which is a double-edged sword because, while it dries your hair, that means it doesn't make it greasy! That's probably going to make me unpopular because there are such great reviews for this product.
It's VERY pricey, but I think I'll continue to use it with other hair products.
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Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin
These were given to me as a gift, so I can't complain about the price! The spin pins are hit and miss with me... I wish they had better directions how to use them effectively. I have long thick hair and still need to use bobbypins and elastic... +
These were given to me as a gift, so I can't complain about the price!
The spin pins are hit and miss with me... I wish they had better directions how to use them effectively. I have long thick hair and still need to use bobbypins and elastic bands to hold my hair into place - oh, and also shellack it with copious amounts of STRONG holding hairspray. I really want to like these and use them, they seem so easy.
Maybe I'm using them wrong, or maybe they're not good for thick hair?
But, like I said, these are hit and miss. Some days I get my hair just right and they hold, but not for long.
I certainly won't recommend for thick-haired girls.
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DiorShow Mascara
I was given this mascara in my stocking a couple of years ago and from that day on used it religiously. I'm a big mascara fan - you know, if ever stuck on a deserted island, what is one thing you would like to have with you? Me: mascara. That... +
I was given this mascara in my stocking a couple of years ago and from that day on used it religiously. I'm a big mascara fan - you know, if ever stuck on a deserted island, what is one thing you would like to have with you? Me: mascara.
That being said, I used the Diorshow Mascara until it dried up. I was bummed I had to buy the replacement because it's pretty pricey for a mascara. But, I had to have it.
I was disappointed the second time around, not because I had to shell out a bunch for it, but because I'm pretty sure it's a different formula. This one doesn't go on very well at all, I have to add a few coats, and by that time it's clumpy :(
What happened Dior? Where did my love go?
Needless to say, I have about 30 other mascaras as backup - I know, I know, mascaras shouldn't be kept for too long once opened, blah blah blah. Anyway, my go-to mascara now is MAC's Pro Lash for light separation, lengthening. I'm still using Dior for volume, but it's with a heavy heart I do so.
You can certainly buy other mascaras that are just as good for A LOT less.
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MAC Cosmetics Pro Lash Mascara
I had originally bought Plush Lash and hated it. It clumped and didn't do anything for my lashes besides clump them together which made them look small. I went out and bought Loreal Extra Volume Collagen. I also took Plush Lash back to the MAC... +
I had originally bought Plush Lash and hated it. It clumped and didn't do anything for my lashes besides clump them together which made them look small. I went out and bought Loreal Extra Volume Collagen.
I also took Plush Lash back to the MAC store and exchanged it for Pro Lash.
IMPROVEMENT!
Pro Lash, separates and thickens my thin lashes. I like volume - so the best advice is to not lay it on too thick on your first coat, otherwise your lashes will all stick together. You really have to have a light hand with MAC mascaras. I've never been a fan of them since the early Zoom days of clump-o-rama and vowed to never go back. I did on a whim and was disappointed with Plush, however I'm transformed now that I've tried Pro Lash.
I'll probably buy again. I do really like the Loreal too - even the MAC makeup artist asked what mascara I was using!
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MAC Pro Longwear Foundation
I went into the MAC store intending to buy a compact foundation to add to my collection, instead I walked out with this. Turns out a compact, as much as I would like one for ease of travel, is not compatible with my skin or my skin concerns - oily... +
I went into the MAC store intending to buy a compact foundation to add to my collection, instead I walked out with this. Turns out a compact, as much as I would like one for ease of travel, is not compatible with my skin or my skin concerns - oily t-zone/combination skin, acne scar cover, long-wearing. The MAC Pro Longwear foundation takes care of all three concerns.
My skin can be warm and cool, but a quick foundation colour check with the MA and I decided I'm NW25 in this product.
As with most MAC foundations, I find they can be a little "orange", however this didn't seem to change on me when it settled on my skin. I use a duo-fibre brush to apply it for an airbrushed look.
I start work very early (430am) and usually by 10am my makeup is all but gone, despite using primer and powder to set it. The Pro Longwear does what it says on the tin and really does last.
My only complaint is this dries to a matte finish, and I like that dewy look. So, I have two foundations I switch between; this one and Giorgio Armani's Luminous Silk Foundation in 5.5.
I think MAC have finally figured out their foundation formula and are onto a winner here.
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