Review: Elf Studio Prism Eyeshadow in Sunset

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This e.l.f. Studio Prism Eyeshadow Sunset palette is something that I recently purchased from an order I placed on elfcosmetics.com, through an Ebates link. The day I placed the order, elf was also offering a tax day sale where customers received 30 percent off using the coupon code "taxday".

These shadows come in two other versions (Naked and Smoke). I want these as well.

Naked

   

Smoke

Details

from elfcosmetics.com

These ultra-silky and lustrous eyeshadows look like a powder but feel like a cream, allowing for a smooth and flawless application. Use to contour, line, and highlight for a radiant finish. The luminous, shimmery formula creates a gorgeous range of looks for both day and night.

Price

This prism eyeshadow palette is currently priced at $10.00, however, www.elfcosmetics.com is constantly offering coupon codes for awesome deals.  You can also go through Ebates and receive a percentage back from the cost of your entire order. 

How To

from elfcosmetics.com 

Apply dry all over the eyelid with a brush for a subtle wash of color or apply wet for a vibrant effect. Choose a light color to apply all over the eyelid as a base or to highlight. Next, apply a medium shade over the eyelid or in the crease to contour. Then apply the darkest shade to define and line the eye for depth and a smoky look. Mix and match for a custom blended look. 

Review & Rating

The Prism Eyeshadow in Sunset is the palette I currently own and have to admit that I am really happy with it. These palettes seem to be a lot more affordable than the foiled/metallic eyeshadows that are now all the rage on social media. This is definitely a dupe for me since I have not bitten the bullet and purchased any of the metallic shadows from companies like Makeup Geek, Color Pop, and Morphe. I would definitely give this palette a rating of 9 out of 10. I love the price, however, I wish that the formula of the shadows made them feel a little softer, like the LORAC Pro Palette shadows. I do not agree that these feel like cream.  However, a huge plus for me is that I do plan to use some of these shadows as a highlight on my face (top of cheek bones). A two for one :)

I also like how this comes a small sleek black casing with a mirror, so that I can just throw it in my purse and do my eyes at my desk at work if I want to :) I wish that it came with a eye brush rather than an eyeshadow applicator.

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Wedding Makeup

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Today I would like to share with you all the makeup products I used on myself for my wedding day. Yes, I did my own makeup (trying to save money) :) So, here is what I used:

Wedding Makeup by courtney-palmer-i featuring mac cosmetics

Beauty product
nyxcosmetics.com

Mac cosmetics makeup
maccosmetics.com

Mac cosmetics makeup
maccosmetics.com

Mac cosmetic
maccosmetics.com

Estée Lauder foundation
sephora.com

Mineral face powder
nyxcosmetics.com

MAC Cosmetics long false eyelash
$16 - selfridges.com

Estée Lauder estee lauder blush
sephora.com

MAC Cosmetics matte foundation
$33 - selfridges.com

MAC Cosmetics black face makeup
$26 - selfridges.com

Maybelline kohl eyeliner
amazon.com

Pink lips makeup
nyxcosmetics.com

I am happy that my makeup was the first thing I did before anything else the morning of my wedding, so that my makeup could set and all I had to do was minor touch ups right before the ceremony. 

One of the things I struggled to keep up with was my lip stick, which was MAC's Viva Glam II lipstick.  I left it in the dressing room before I left to go walk down the aisle.
I should have taken my lipstick with me down the aisle (since I did not have a make up artist to tend to my beckoned call). I should have held the lipstick in the same hand as my bouquet, where I could have hid it. Or I should have hid it in an unmentionable place :)

My other mistakes: I did received some photos back where the camera gave me a lot of white under eye circles where I believe this is called make up flash back. I believe the NYX Mineral Face Powder along with the MAC Pro Longwear concealer did this. 

I didn't get many close up's that I would care to share, however, I think that a lot of my looks in these pics came out really natural and not as dramatic as I thought :)

I received a lot of compliments and people asked me who did my makeup, where I would humbly reply "I did" :)

My husband and I have been married for almost 7 months now and have been having a great time thus far. I pray we have many more months/years. 

Special Thanks to Corey from Raw Aperture Photography (https://www.facebook.com/RawAperturePhotography?pnref=lhc) for taking such beautiful photos. All photo credit goes to him.  

Let me know if you have any questions as it pertains to my wedding makeup!

Hopefully, the mistakes I mentioned will help you at your future weddings or special occasions where you will be taking a lot of pictures.

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Review: Younique Moonstruck 3D Lashes Mascara

Disclaimer: I am not a Younique Presenter

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Today I will be reviewing the Younique Moonstruck 3D Fiber Lashes. The Younique Independent Presenter:

Molly Jane Bertram
Update (6/9/2015) Molly is no longer a Younique Presenter. She now sells Tyra Cosmetics ( www.tyra.com/mollyb)

However, If you would like to purchase this product, please visit her friend's website at

www.youniqueproducts.com/jillianmariev

was nice enough to send me the Moonstruck 3D Fiber Lashes mascara set.  These 3D Lashes are currently priced at $29.00. Molly also sent me the  Younique Blending Buds, however, I haven't tried them yet because they are too cute.  The blending buds are priced at $25.00.  

The 3D Fiber Lashes come with a Transplanting Gel, (which is what you would apply first), along with the Natural Fibers (shorter packaging).  

Natural Fibers Wand (above)
Transplant Gel Wand (below)

How To Apply

(1) Apply an even coat of Transplanting Gel to lashes.

(2) Immediately Apply Natural Fibers while Transplanting Gel is wet.

(3) Seal the fibers with Transplanting Gel. Repeat until you've reached desired fullness.

Ingredients

Transplanting Gel Ingredients: Water, Beeswax (Natural Propolis), Carnauba (Brazilian palm glue), Iron Oxide Cl 77499 (Black), Collagen, Acrylates Copolymer, Nylon, Stearic Acid, Propylene Glycol. .23 FL OZ / 7 ml

Natural Fibers Ingredients: 100% Natural Fibers taken from Green Tea. Net WT .02 OZ/ .5g.

Collagen is a type of protein that works with elastin to give skin its texture, structure, and appearance. It contains antioxidants, and may help add volume and shine to the appearance of eyelashes.

Water (Aqua) is the liquid of life! Hydrates and cleanses the skin, and works as a natural spreading component, helping to distribute other ingredients evenly over the skin.

Beeswax (Natural Propolis) is a brownish, resinous material collected by bees and believed to have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Carnauba (Brazilian Palm Glue) is extracted and refined through a pressing and crushing process that turns the palm glue into an oil, creating the sticky nature of the transplanting gel. It is also believed to act as a natural preservative.

Iron Oxide Cl 77499 (Black) is a technical name for Black Iron Oxide. This naturally-occurring mineral acts a colorant, giving the gel its striking black color.

Acrylates Copolymer is an adhesive and binder, as well as a suspending agent.

Nylon is a powder substance that is used as an absorbent and thickening agent.

Stearic Acid (also known as Palmitic Acid) is an organic nutrient derived from palm trees that is often used to soothe and soften the skin.

Propylene Glycol is a humidifying and delivery ingredient.

Before 

After

Overall Impression and Rating 

Overall, I would give this mascara a rating of 8/10.  I love that it actually increases the length of my lashes with the the Moonstruck Natural Fibers. I also think that the price of $29.00 is pretty reasonable based on the fact that you are receiving two different products that come in a really nice carrying case.  If I am being completely honest, there are two different things that I do not appreciate about this product and they are that:

(1) my lashes got really hard once the Transplant Gel dried, and

(2) the Natural Fibers fell off my lashes after a couple of hours on to my under eye area causing a sort of raccoon look.

I can brush the fibers off, but this is something that I do not necessarily have to worry about with my normal mascara.  

Would I purchase this again? Possibly, If I can find a way for the Natural Fibers not to fall off. I do appreciate that this product does in fact make my lashes appear longer :) 

Have you tried the Moonstruck 3D Fiber Lashes? If so, what do you think? If you would like to purchase the 3D fiber lash please visit www.youniqueproducts.com/jillianmariev. 

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Review: e.l.f. Studio Flawless Finish Foundation with SPF 15

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Today I will be reviewing the elf Flawless Finish Foundation. It is only $6.00, which made me a little apprehensive about its effectiveness. This foundation comes in six different shades and I am in the darkest shade Coco. 

Product Details 

via elfcosmetics.com

Achieve a flawless complexion with the silky smooth e.l.f. Studio Flawless Finish Foundation. The lightweight and oil-free formula blends in naturally for a beautiful semi-matte finish. This liquid foundation applies easily and lasts all day for visibly brighter and radiant looking skin. Using our Flawless Finish Foundation not only restores uneven skin textures and tones, but most importantly, the SPF 15 protects your skin against harmful sun damage!

 

HowTo Apply

via elfcosmetics.com

Apply with a foundation brush or sponge. Blend in completely for a silky and sheer effect, or blend in less for a fuller coverage that evens out the skin tone.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Octisalate 2%, Titanium Dioxide 5.5%; Inactive Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Isododecane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cyclomethicone, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Propylene Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, PEG/PPG-15/15 Dimethicone, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Silica, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Talc, Synthetic Beeswax, Magnesium Sulfate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Boron Nitride, Magnesium Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Fragrance (Parfum). May Contain: Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499)

Overall Impression and Rating

When I first tried this foundation a couple days ago, I initially fell in love. The coverage is awesome. I was also really impressed with that it comes with a pump and it is only $6.  Other higher end foundations do not come with a pump.  The consistency of this foundation is really thick where the foundation does get a stuck in the tubing of the pump, where it takes a lot of extra pumping to dispense, which is a little annoying. Overall, I would give this foundation an 8 out of 10 rating.  The coverage it provides is pretty good, however, it  doesn't last all day when it comes to covering my dark spots. I would definitely purchase this again, because you can't beat $6.  

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