Review of Physician's Formula Eye Booster Instant Lash Extension Kit Mascara

It's not very often something blows me away enough to consider it a Holy Grail item, but such is the case for Physician's Formula Eye Booster Instant Lash Extension Kit Mascara.  In fact, I love it so much I had to share my new obsession with all my readers. 

Review of Alba Botanica Even Advanced Sea Mineral Cleansing Gel

For today's post I'm going to be reviewing Alba Botanica Even Advanced Sea Mineral Cleansing Gel.  I've used up an entire bottle of it which allows me to give a complete and thorough review with regards to what I think about this cleanser.

When to Throw Out Makeup

Ever wonder when to throw out that old makeup?  I have a great tip for those who like to stay on top of things like that.  I personally like to keep makeup until I darn well feel like throwing it out.  Or when the color, scent, or consistency of the item changes then I know it's time for it to go.  Otherwise, how do you know when to throw out that old lip gloss?  Flip it over and on the back will be something that looks like this:

This particular item is good for 24 months after it's opened.  It's as simple as that!  It was only recently I learned these little pics actually exist on the back of beauty care products and I have to admit it's pretty clever.  Some will say 6M, some 12M, and some 24M.  I don't believe I've ever seen anything higher than 24.  So basically you can write the month and year you opened a product right on the cosmetic label or just simply stick your own label on it if you'd like to keep track of when you should pitch it.

MAC Nymphette Lipglass Dupe

First of all I have to apologize for not getting a post up on Friday.  It was a total fail especially during the first week of my new blogging schedule, but if it makes you feel better I didn't even have time to work out either so I guess there's that.

At any rate, maybe you can forgive me when I tell you about something I discovered the other day.  There is a MAC Lipglass dupe at your nearest drugstore and it's Milani's Brilliant Shine Lip Gloss in the shade Luminous.  When I bought it I thought it looked similar to MAC Nymphette in the tube but it wasn't until I got it home and swatched it that I realized it's an exact dupe.

I have swatched it both in indoor lighting and outdoor lighting and as you can see it is an EXACT dupe.  In the photos MAC is on the left and Milani is on the right.  Both lip glosses have the same super sticky texture so if you have a problem with sticky lip gloss formulas then this dupe is not for you.  I don't mind as I find stickier lip glosses tend to last longer on my lips.

Drugstore Dupe for Chanel Illusion D'Ombre Eyeshadow in Fantasme

Chanel Illusion D'Ombre Eyeshadow in Fantasme has been a long time love for me.  I adore this shade as a highlight on my brow bone, however a recent trip to Target had me wandering the E.L.F. aisle and that's when I stumbled across a product that looked similar in the packaging to my beloved Chanel.  The best part?  It only cost $3.  Of course it came home with me and my initial instincts were right as this product is an EXACT dupe of the Chanel version not only in shade but in texture as well.  Here are some comparison photos just in case you don't believe me:

Cosmetic Empties and Reviews

Finally we have part three of my empties series which deals with cosmetics.  Part one can be found here and part two can be found here.  Those who know me know what an animal lover I am, and last year I really tried to hit it hard so to speak and I tried to only purchase products that were cruelty free to the best of my knowledge.  As you will note above not all these brands are cruelty free, thus why I tried to focus on using the item up (and not repurchase from the brand). 

Skincare Products Empties and Reviews

Below is part two of my products empties.  If you've missed part one, which covers my empty bath and body products, then click here.  Otherwise, read on to find out what I think about the skincare products I've recently used up!

Bath and Body Products Empties

Some of my favorite YouTube videos to watch are empties videos where vloggers will hang on to their empty bottles and containers and give a full review after they amass quite a few items.  I particularly like them because I feel there is no better time to review something than when you have finished the item up completely.  And then the real test comes as to whether you are going to go out and repurchase the item or move on to something else. 

Review on Kiss Nail Dress Strips

I came across a box of Kiss Nail Dress Strips and being curious about any and all different types of cosmetics I just had to try a box.  These retail for $6.99 and are basically sticky nail polish strips that can be peeled off the plastic backing and applied to clean fingernails.  Here's what they look like straight out of the package.

Five Skincare Products I Cannot Live Without

I'd like to start a new series called Products I Cannot Live Without that I will update throughout the year as I get inspired.  This week I would like to talk about skincare as the warmer months will soon turn cooler and if you are like me your skin will change.  During the summer I have oily skin but in the fall and winter months my skin turns more normal to combination which means I need to start being more diligent about my skincare routine so no issues pop up (like pimples...no pun intended, I swear).  So here are my five picks for skincare products I cannot live without!

Reviva Labs InterCell Night Gel with Hyaluronic Acid 1.25 oz.

Creme De La Mer Dupe At The Drugstore

You've heard every celebrity in the world touting Crème De La Mer as the best moisturizer in the world.  They proclaim they would trade their first born child for a tub of it.  But did you know there's a cheaper dupe at the drugstore?  And by cheap I mean it costs $0.99 for 1 oz. here vs $155 for 1 oz. here. 



Review - Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer



Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer in Cocoa Radiant $7.79 for 6.4 oz Back in the winter months I was suffering from dry skin, especially an itchy back, and it was driving me mad because I couldn't reach those pesky spots to apply moisturizer.  So when I saw a commercial on TV advertising Vaseline's new Spray & Go Moisturizer I thought it was the answer to my prayers.