mercurysmile
Member Since: July 13, 2010Reviews
Hard Candy Blush Crush Baked Blush
I have this in "pin up". I layered this over matte peachy blushes for that oomph. The blush is a bit powdery when you run your brush over it but when applied to the face it doesn't go on powdery. It goes on nice a smooth and blends nicely... +
I have this in "pin up". I layered this over matte peachy blushes for that oomph. The blush is a bit powdery when you run your brush over it but when applied to the face it doesn't go on powdery. It goes on nice a smooth and blends nicely. It's not very pigmented which is why I layer it to give my other blushes an effect. I happened to choose one with more brown in it therefore it shows up on my skintone but if I use just the peachy color it can work as a highlight.
Overall I definitely recommend this blush because it's great value and is a great way to try out "mineralized" products.
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Benefit Cosmetics Boxed Powder in Coralista
I really wanted to like this blush but it had glittery bits! I can deal with shimmer and even glitter on my eyes but on my cheeks I can't stand it. Everything else about this blush I like though, the color, the packaging, the color payoff... +
I really wanted to like this blush but it had glittery bits! I can deal with shimmer and even glitter on my eyes but on my cheeks I can't stand it. Everything else about this blush I like though, the color, the packaging, the color payoff. Luckily I have a blush that is very similar in terms of color minus the glitter.
I really wanted to like this but I guess we all have the things we can't stand. I will say though it isn't like zomg chunky glitter, I'd say the glitter size is equivalent to that in the Revlon Photofinish foundation. If glitter doesn't bother you as much as me then you will love this blush.
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Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Cheek and Lip Stain
This bottle lasts forever! I purchased this when I essentially had no makeup because the idea of both a blush and lipstain appealed to me. I used this for a very long time as my only blush and lip product. I tend to use this more for the lips since... +
This bottle lasts forever! I purchased this when I essentially had no makeup because the idea of both a blush and lipstain appealed to me. I used this for a very long time as my only blush and lip product. I tend to use this more for the lips since it's so watery it makes it very hard to blend on the cheek. I find moisturizing and then applying this does help it blend. I've since amassed more products and this has fallen by the wayside although I do like using this under a red lip so when the lipstick fades my lips still look colored.
I dislike the packaging, it really doesn't lend well to the consistency of the product and the application. Also mine recently started leaking so its a strictly apply at home product. As much as I loved it and used it in the pass I can't give it a great review because I've found many products that are better and cheaper. The body shop makes a similar product but the packaging is better and it's a bit more gel like which makes application easier.
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MAC Cosmetics Powder Blush
I've never had a mac blush disappoint me, they go on smoothly, blend nicely, and are pigmented. The shade range and finishes mac provides is endless so it's really easy to find exactly what you want. My go to shade over the summer has been... +
I've never had a mac blush disappoint me, they go on smoothly, blend nicely, and are pigmented. The shade range and finishes mac provides is endless so it's really easy to find exactly what you want. My go to shade over the summer has been My Highland Honey. -
Aveeno Fresh Essentials Anti-Fatigue Eye Roller
Received this through Chick Advisor. I think this past week has been the perfect time to test out such a product. Lately I've been going to sleep very late, therefore I've had some major dark circles and puffiness. The cold rollerball... +
Received this through Chick Advisor.
I think this past week has been the perfect time to test out such a product. Lately I've been going to sleep very late, therefore I've had some major dark circles and puffiness. The cold rollerball definitely felt really nice in the morning along with the slight tingle from the product it really "woke" my eyes up and probably reduced some of the puffiness.As for undereye circles I don't feel that it lightened them to any degree, usually I don't have a major problem with circles (besides this past week).
I really see this more as a morning "perk me up" product rather then an full on eye treatment. It's nice and fast to apply in the morning with the added bonus and perking up your tired eyes. I do find I need to pat it in a bit or else I do get a slight film (which may or may not affect makeup applied over top). The smell is very pleasant and the packaging is pretty sturdy.
Overall, I do really like the product but the price is a tad steep at $20, I will probably try a Garnier Eye Roller and compare before I repurchase the Aveeno one. Also I would keep this a morning product and sub an eye cream instead at night.
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Crest 3D White Whitestrips 2-hour Express
Just finished trying these strips out, sadly I wasn't terribly impressed. I've only used the original crest whitestrips which, after trying this, I prefer the original. These stick to your teeth really well which is a bonus compared to the... +
Just finished trying these strips out, sadly I wasn't terribly impressed. I've only used the original crest whitestrips which, after trying this, I prefer the original.
These stick to your teeth really well which is a bonus compared to the originals which tended to slide around a bit. The gel still oozed out the sides of the plastic so it was pretty annoying and gross. I did nap with these on (not sure if that's safe..) which made the 2 hours way more bearable. I napped for about an hour and I have to say waiting the rest of the hour was agony, just the gooeyness and weird taste. 2 hours is a really long time to have these in, I much prefer doing strips daily as opposed to this 2 hour method.
My teeth really weren't that stained to begin with, I do use a "whitening" toothpaste but I haven't noticed a change in the color of my teeth and I'm on my 3rd tube. I don't smoke but I do drink a iced coffee in the morning but I do brush after to prevent staining. After using the strips my teeth were a little whiter but nothing major, I got better results after 2 weeks of original crest whitestrips
Overall, I wasn't impressed with the results, if my boyfriend notices my teeth a different then I will do an update but honestly if I'm not scrutinizing my teeth they look more or less the same as before. I would suggest trying the originals.
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Skin79 Super Beblesh Balm BB Cream Triple Function
This is my current BB cream. This is definitely a little light as I'm NC30 and this is probably best for NC20/25. This BB cream is think but very easy to blend so by putting on a thinner layer it really isn't that noticeable. It's light... +
This is my current BB cream. This is definitely a little light as I'm NC30 and this is probably best for NC20/25. This BB cream is think but very easy to blend so by putting on a thinner layer it really isn't that noticeable. It's light to medium coverage depending on if you layer it. This one definitely has a grey cast out of the bottle which is off putting but goes away from oxidation.
Not sure about this healing properties in terms of acne or lightning skin but it didn't break me out at all. I like the bottle it's very cute and the pump is nice.
Definitely buy from a reputable seller on ebay, beware though there are fakes.
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Everyday Minerals Base Foundation
This a meh for me lucky it just a sample. I found that it didn't really even out my skin tone. I tried many thin layers but I found it just got cakey. I tried just 1-2 thin layers but really buffing it but it didn't really do anything. I... +
This a meh for me lucky it just a sample. I found that it didn't really even out my skin tone. I tried many thin layers but I found it just got cakey. I tried just 1-2 thin layers but really buffing it but it didn't really do anything. I tried buffing it less which also didn't do anything. I was even using their round top kabuki! I also found it harder to spot conceal with this type of foundation, if i conceal before foundation it gets all buffed off, and if I conceal after foundation I found my liquid based conceal kindof cakes up with the powder foundation.
The price was great and I really wanted to like the product but maybe I just fail at mineral makeup.
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Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream
A very good BB cream to recommend to people who are curious because the shade range is so wide. It also doesn't have as heavy of a grey tinge to it as some other BBs I've tried; this is good because it can be really off putting after putting... +
A very good BB cream to recommend to people who are curious because the shade range is so wide. It also doesn't have as heavy of a grey tinge to it as some other BBs I've tried; this is good because it can be really off putting after putting it on your face and you look a bit sickly. The grey tinge does go away after it oxidizes on your skin. Even after oxidation I found the color is still pretty true, it doesn't get that much darker but rather just loses the grey and gains a more peachy flesh tone.
This BB cream is pretty thick so I like to dab a small amount all over my face and use my hands to blend it in, for something that feels so thick after it is on your face it doesn't feel like heavy makeup. The coverage for this BB cream is good I'd say medium coverage.
I would recommend buying from a reputable ebay seller because it is much cheaper.
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MAC Cosmetics Face and Body Foundation
This is my current foundation and I love it! It gives a very light coverage but can be built up slightly if needed. I use my hands to apply this since it's so watery, I half pat/ half swipe to apply it all over my face. My cheeks usually need a... +
This is my current foundation and I love it! It gives a very light coverage but can be built up slightly if needed.
I use my hands to apply this since it's so watery, I half pat/ half swipe to apply it all over my face. My cheeks usually need a bit more coverage so after the first lay has set (it's pretty fast) I apply a 2nd layer just over my cheeks with takes care of the light acne scars. Everything else I just spot conceal.
I found doing my makeup this way it gave a really natural flawless finish to the skin but didn't feel heavy at all. It doesn't accentuate dry patches, held up pretty well in the heat of the summer. This will definitely be a repurchase if I manage to get through this bottle!
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