Maybelline Master Precise Skinny Gel Pencil Review

Maybelline Master Precise Skinny Gel Pencil ($7.99 at drugstores) is a new eyeliner that has a micro-tip for sharp precision. I've been eyeing the Hourglass 1.5mm Gel Eyeliner ($16) for a while now, because when you have hooded eyes like I do, a skinny line takes up a lot less of that precious eyelid space. I've tried a lot of skinny liquid liners, but the idea of a skinny automatic gel pencil is even better, especially for everyday use. So I was really glad to see Maybelline come out with a 1.8mm version for half the price of the Hourglass one. Let's take a look! 

New L'oreal La Palette Lip and Matte-Matic Eyeliners Spotted at Harmon

Today was a rainy, overcast day so we decided to head down to the shore to visit the aquarium. My son has just discovered Finding Nemo and we thought he'd like to see the fish. On the way down, he fell asleep in the car, and knowing that there is a Harmon in the area, I casually suggested to my husband that we swing by there and I could just "run in quick and see what's new" while he waited in the car with my son...because, you know, he was asleep and would probably be out for a while anyway! Ah, the things my husband does for me...he's a good sport! 

The good news is, my little detour paid off...I spotted two new L'oreal products that I haven't seen in stores near me. Let's take a look...

The first display I saw was for the new L'oreal La Palette Lip. Each one contains five shades and there are two different color options...Ruby 01 and Nude 02.

They're $11.99 at Harmons which means they'll likely be a bit more when they hit the regular drugstores. The display showed swatches of all the shades and I have to admit, they look really pretty! Each kit also comes with a "professional designer lip brush".

Next up, I spotted the Infallible Matte-Matic eyeliners $7.99. These come in four shades: Ultra Black, Taupe Gray, Deep Brown, and Matte Navy and appear to be automatic pencils. They claim to have a matte finish and "up to 24hr intensity". Call me intrigued!

Have you seen these in stores near you yet? I'm really curious to know if these are anywhere except Harmon/Bed Bath & Beyond stores! 

Profusion Techikhol Eyes Waterproof Eyeliner Set Review

I recently spotted the Profusion Cosmetics Technikhol Eyes Waterproof Eyeliner Set at Five Below and I grabbed one because I have never tried any of Profusion's eyeliners. I'm always searching for a liner that doesn't smudge all over the place. It seems like even "waterproof" formulas still smudge on me, especially if I try to create a wing at the outer corner...it's always gone within a few hours. 

This set is $6.59 on the Profusion Website (currently only $3.89 as part of their Black Friday sale!) and I think it was $5 at Five Below where I bought it, so either way, it's a great price for six eyeliners. Let's take a look...

The Balm Mr. Write (Now) Review- Brian, Jac, and Vince

The Balm Mr. Write (Now) ($17 at Kohls) is a long-wearing eyeliner with a satiny-smooth texture that comes in 8 shades.

When I was on vacation in June, I stopped into a Kohls store to buy my son a new beach hat since the one we brought was too big and kept flopping into his eyes. On the way in, I spotted the Mr. Write (Now) eyeliners by The Balm and since I hadn't seen them before, I stopped to swatch a couple on my hand. My son was getting a little antsy so we ended up just getting his hat and leaving, and when we got back to the shore house I washed my hands like I usually do after being out shopping. That's when I realized that I needed to go back and get a few of these liners! They didn't budge or even smudge the tiniest bit through two hand washings with hand soap and one with a stronger dish soap that involved a lot of scrubbing. They finally started to break down when I pulled out my eye makeup remover, and by then I was impressed. I don't have oily eyelids but I have the worst time getting eyeliners to stay on my eyelids...even so-called long-wearing ones. The worst is at the corners...even the littlest cat eye wing tends to somehow smudge out toward my temple area at some point during the day, or just fade out all together. 

Jordana Cat Eye Liner Review and Swatches

Jordana Cat Eye Liner ($2.99 at Walgreens) is new for Spring 2015 and I picked these up back in February when I first saw the display at my local Walgreens. 

There were 8 colors, most of which were really bright and bold. I ended up choosing black and brown...boring I know but I figured those were the shades I'd get the most use out of. 

The shades I chose are called 01 Black Leather and 02 Black Brown.

They come in long, slim tubes with a twist-off cap with the brush attached. The brush itself is micro-thin and flexible to help you achieve that perfect wing.

New Makeup Sets Available at Ulta

There are some cute new Ulta sets that just arrived today at Ulta.com. I haven't tried any of Ulta's brand yet but I'm thinking about trying one or more of these sets because they're a great value and a good way to try out the brand. 

The Liquid Lipstick Kit ($10) features three highly pigmented liquid lipsticks with a glossy finish, plus a primer and brush! 

The Take Me There Eyeshadow Palette ($12) features 16 highly pigmented eyeshadows, a double-ended brush, and an eyeshadow primer that's specially designed to grab onto shimmer and glitter particles to hold them in place for an all day look with no smudging or fallout.

The Eye Liner Treasure Chest ($14) features 10 different eyeliners in a range of shades to take you from day to night. Practically every color you would ever need is in here!

The Creamy Crayons Set ($15) features three jumbo eye crayons plus a primer for all day staying-power. These can be used as eyeliners or blended out as an eyeshadow all over the lid.

The Nail Pail ($14) contains 8 beachy shades in a collectors edition pail.  They're all formaldehyde, DBP and Toluene free.

Which of these new items is on your wishlist? They're all so pretty, it's hard to choose! 

L'Oreal Infallible Silkissime Eyeliner Review Highlight swatches

I really wanted to try L'Oreal's new Infallible Silkissime liners, but I just purchased a Jordana 12 Hour Liner recently, and these seemed similar, so I couldn't justify another long wearing eyeliner. But then I noticed that L'Oreal had this highlight shade, which I haven't seen anywhere else at the drugstore, so I picked one up.

These are supposed to last 16 hours and have a smooth glide with no tugging, and they deliver!  I barely had to press down at all to apply this, it just went on like butter and the highlight shade looks so pretty in the inner corners of my eyes and really makes me look awake.

I always worry when eyeliners are this soft that they won't have any staying power, but I swatched this on my wrist yesterday and it was still there this morning when I went to take a shower, and it hadn't faded one bit!  It didn't last quite that long on my eyes, but it's a more moist environment, so I didn't expect it to.  Still, I got at least 8 hours out of this on my eyes, but then I went to bed, so I think it would have lasted a bit longer.

Here's the swatch- such a pretty color- almost like rose gold.

The Silkissime eyeliners also come in Black, Charcoal and Plum (which looks navy blue to me).  I got mine for $8.99 at Target.

New Milani Products for Spring 2013

Milani has launched some great new products for Spring 2013.  Check 'em out!

Ultrafine Liquid Liner- $7.49 

Sparkling intense color, long-lasting, waterproof formula.   The ultrafine felt-tip applicator makes it easy to apply a thick or thin line and dries down to a sparkling finish. Black also available in a vinyl finish!

Grandissimo Lashes Mascara- $5.49

Bigger is better! The mega volume brush creates a false lash effect. Dramatically enhances and thickens even the littlest lashes. Long-lasting, smear-proof, and non-clumping formula. Paraben-free. 

Eyeshadow Primer- $6.49

Intensifies and extends the wear of any shadow, over 8 hour wear. A lightweight invisible finish works on all skin tones. The primer helps provide a seamless canvas for eyeshadow application and minimizes creasing throughout the day.   Makes any cream or powder eyeshadow long-wearing!

Color Statement Lipstick- $5.49

Make a statement without saying a word!  True Instant Color. One stroke, full coverage application. This next generation lipstick gives the ultimate in color, texture and finish.  The lightweight creamy formula contains Vitamins A, C, & E to moisturize and nourish lips.       Paraben-free. 

Available in Vinyl, Metallic, Cream, Shimmer, Pearl & Matte finish.

Eye Tech Bold- $7.49

The next installment of our best-selling Eye Tech series goes BOLD! The bold felt-tip point creates a variety of dramatic winged looks in one stroke application.  Smear & smudge-proof, this liner lasts all day. Paraben-free. 

Color Statement Lip Liner- $3.99

Make a statement without saying a word. True Instant Color. Satin color in one stroke application. This next generation lipliner is a long-wearing, easy-glide formula to line & fill-in your lips. Paraben free.

So what do you think?  See stuff you like?  Do share!

New NYX Products for Spring 2013

I'm such an NYX fan and am excited to see new products launching for Spring 2013!  Also, once you've read this post and seen stuff you like, check out this deal- get $60 worth of NYX products for $30!

First up is the Wonder Pencil- $4.50

"Introducing the Wonder Pencil…It’s the essential pencil that will meet all of your beauty desires! Conquer the 3 important makeup deeds with one product – conceal, brighten, and line! Use this pencil as a lip liner and an eye brightener inside your water line. Get that impeccable look naturally. Available in 3 shades to match your skin tone flawlessly"

Next up is the Smoky and Natural Shadow Palettes- $7.00

I love palettes, and these have some really great shades in them.

Love in Rio Palettes- $6.00- Available in 22 shades.

These 3-shade palettes are gorgeous, shimmery colors perfect for summer.  Shown in Amazonian Babes.  Love the bow compact too!

• What it is: Astonishing 3 color eye shadow palette featuring natural and pulsating colors. Available in 22 color selections. Debuting New NYX Bow Compact.

• What it does: Provides intense eye colors with a silky texture for seamless application for any eye look that you desire.

• Why we love it: Consists of 3 complementing eye shadows to wear together or alone. Carry your favorite trio with you and create any look on the go with the help of the dual applicator that allows you to apply, smudge and line your eyes effortlessly!

Next is the Collection Chocolate- $6.  6 brown eyeliners in different formulas from satin to matte, kohl to liquid.  Whatever finish you're looking for, they have it!

"Let your eyes take the cake with Collection Chocolaté! The collection carries 6 different formulations of lustrous eyeliners, from matte, satin, glossy pencils to liquid eyeliners. Wrap your eyes with one or all of these smudge-free formula liners. The collection offers various types of eyeliners that apply smooth and effortlessly for lasting and dramatic wear". 

Butter Gloss- $5.  

Add a little more sweetness to your lips with a touch of the Butter Lip Gloss available in 12 scrumptious colors! Get creamy sheer to medium coverage on your lips without that sticky sensation. It’s perfect for every sweet tooth!

Born to Glow Liquid Illuminator- $7.00

Enrich your lovely features with a touch of the Liquid Illuminator that will give your skin a hint of a pink or peach tone. A light application will give your skin that luminous and healthy goddess glow.

Love in Florence Shadow Palettes- $8 (shown in Tryst by the Trevi).  These come in such beautiful, feminine shades.

Live, explore and discover Love in Florence through the lush 5 color eye shadow palettes available in rich hues catering to all eye colors and looks! This compact palette comes with a dual ended applicator so you can carry the kit and spread the love everywhere you go. Available in 10 different complementary collections.

Love in Paris Shadow Palettes $10 (shown in A La Mode).

Fall in Love in Paris with our brilliant 9 color palette that complements all eye colors and fashion ensembles. Use this adorable travel friendly kit with the included applicator through every voyage and adventure for creating captivating looks and touch ups. Attract the Love in Paris with your eyes! Available in 12 color selections.



Do any of these appeal to you?  If so, which ones will you get?  Or have you tried any of these already?

NEW Drugstpre Launches- Rimmel BB Cream and Eyeshadow Sticks, Neutrogena Eyeshadow Sticks and Lip Crayons plus more!

Today I was at my local Walgreens and spotted a slew of new products!  I couldn't even photograph them all because I was getting weird looks from the employees and I didn't want to get kicked out.  I'll get some more photos tomorrow.
Anyway, get ready to be excited- there's so much to talk about!

First up is a BB Cream from Rimmel called BB Cream 9-in-1 Super Makeup. There were only three shades in the store, but it looks like there's a spot for a fourth, so I'm thinking there has to be one more.  I bought one so look for a review very soon!

Next from Rimmel is Scandaleyes Show Off Mascara.  This is supposed to lift, give volume and length.  It also has a funky brush with a rounded tip, similar to Benefit's They're Real mascara or Revlon's PhotoReady.  I wasn't too impressed with the last two Scandaleyes formulas, but maybe this one will be better!

Also from Rimmel is 24 Hour Eyeshadow sticks and Kohl Eyeliners.  I'm really excited to try these out!

Neutrogena has come out with new Crease Proof Eyeshadow sticks!  I also can't wait to try these out! 

Lastly, at least for today, are Neutrogena MoistureSmooth Color Sticks, which look a lot like Clinique's Chubby Stick (Revlon also launched a similar version last Spring).  I purchased one of these also, so a review will be coming shortly. 

All in all, I'm really anxious to try all of these new products.  What about you?

Spotted in Stores! L'Oreal True Match Lumi Foundation, Colour Caresse Lipsticks, plus new shades of Infallible Shadows!

Yesterday at Walgreens I spotted a huge new L'Oreal Display with new products in addition to the two BB Creams I talked about yesterday.

First is True Match Lumi foundation.  I'm so excited about this one!  I loved Magic Lumi primer, and I can't wait to try a foundation that takes it one step further! I also love that Walgreens had little testers so I was able to buy the perfect shade for me right away.

 This lipstick looks awesome as well.  It looks to be a cross between a lipstick and a balm and a stain and is supposed to be super lightweight.  I bought the Rose Taffeta shade, which is a rosy pink color but now I kind of want the shade the model is wearing (Blushing Sequin), except it was super bright in the tube and wasn't sure I can pull it off.  I might go back and get it, just for the heck of it.

There are also new 24 Hour Infallible shades out, which is great because I love these shadows.  I picked up the shimmery dove gray shade in the center of the first row, and I can already say (because I swatched it on my hand) that it's such a pretty, sheer, ethereal color.  

Finally, there are 24hour Lacquer Liner pots that come with brushes in five shades.  

So how excited are you about these new products?  Which one do you want to try?

Spotted in Store1 New Rimmel ScandalEyes Waterproof Mascara and ScandalEyesWaterproof Gel Eyeliner.

Today at CVS, I spotted some new Rimmel products.  First up is a waterproof version of their ScandalEyes mascara.

Next is a new ScandalEyes Gel Eyeliner that looks similar in terms of packaging to the Revlon Colorstay one that launched in January.  

Has anyone picked one of these up yet?  If so, what did you think?

Spotted in Store- New Milani Shadow Eyez sticks

At CVS yesterday, I stumbled upon some Milani Shadow Eyez pencils.  These can be used as shadows or liners, and remind me of NYX's shadow sticks.  

They come in six shades- 3 are more neutral, while the other 3 are bold.  I'm really liking the white one for brightening the inner corners of the eyes- liners are often too thin for that purpose and white powder eyeshadows don't last. 

These say they last 12 hours, which I'm always skeptical of when it's a cream eyeshadow.  Most crease and fade quickly, which was my experience with the NYX ones.  A Google search didn't come up with much info, since these are really new- they're not even on Milani's site yet, as of this posting.  But I did come up with this Makeup Alley review which was posted yesterday, and the reviewer says these have great lasting power. Makes me want to try them out! 

Here are the colors up close: 

What do you think?  Are you going to try these, or better yet, have you already?