Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Review & ♥ Rave: Maybelline Color Sensational High Shine Lipsticks - *Pink Freeze *Glisten Up Pink *Fruit Punch *Coral Lustre

Read More about Maybelline's New HighShine Lipstick Here.

I just recently ventured to the drugstore and saw Maybelline's New Lipsticks on display called Maybelline's High Shine Lipstick.  The colors looked so pretty I had to pick up 4 of them.  Rite Aid is currently offering  40% off of Maybelline's products.  Sale ends on Sunday, 5-29-11.  My review below:

From Left to Right: Pink Freeze, Glisten Up Pink, Fruit Punch, and Coral Lustre

Product Description:
  • These new lipsticks are made from "micro-mirror pigments" that gives it a glossy reflective look.
  • One of the main ingredients is Honey Nectar used to create a creamier and smoother formulation.
  • Made in U.S.A.
  • Currently has 10 shades 
    • Pink Freeze - 805
    • Disco Pink - 810
    • Glisten Up Pink - 815
    • Mauvilous Shine - 820
    • Fruit Punch - 825
    • Plum Shin - 830
    • Dazzling Plum - 835
    • Coral Lustre - 840
    • Nude Glow - 845
    • Lacquered Brown - 850 


    Where I purchased it:  Rite Aid
    ** Currently Rite Aid is having a 40% off on all their Maybelline Products-- ends Sunday 5-29-11**

    Price: $7.19 (Retail price varies) --->  got it for $3.31 (yeah for sales & coupons) ^__^

    Product Size: 0.12 oz or 3.5 grams

     Packaging:
    The Maybelline's HighShine Lipstick is squared shape, very similar to the Maybelline's Sensational LipColor  packaging, except this has a shiny, reflective,  and silver cap. The cap securely clicks tight , great to put in your purse without worrying about making any mess. 

    Product Review:
    I really love these. They are super glossy and shimmery, without looking gaudy or  frosty.  These lipstick are super hydrating and they feel so light on my lips.  You don't need to apply gloss over your lipstick, a couple of swipes and you are done. This is similar to a lip gloss in a lipstick form. It is so easy to apply, since it is semi-sheer, yet very buildable in color.

    These lipstick has a citric berry smell to them. Personally, I like the smell, but if you are sensitive  to fragrant lipsticks, then these might not be for you.

    The Color Sensational High Shine Lipstick reminds me of 1 of my most favorite Holy Grail (HG) lipsticks, the Shiseido Makeup Shimmering Lipstick, minus the hefty price.

    Swatches:

    Each Swatch is swiped 4x

    How I apply it:
    Just apply it on your lips. This goes on really smooth, not gritty at all. And my lips looks so glossy and watery.

    Would I repurchase? Yes, most definitely, I love how smooth, light this feels, with a super pretty glossy look.

    Product Rating: 4.8 out of 5

    Product Available:
    Local Drug Stores

    Saturday, May 14, 2011

    April Favorite: Cadbury Mini Eggs


    Ahhh I always know that  spring is here with the warmer weather and lush growing flowers and stores stocked with Cabury's Mini Eggs.

     

    A Yummy Hard sugar coated shell with a great milk chocolate center.


    Forever Cabury Mini Eggs. ^___^ mmmmmm




    Sunday, May 1, 2011

    China Glaze Nail Polish Swatches: Shocking Pink , Secrect Peri-Wink-Le , Platinum Silver

    As you know I really like China Glaze (CG) Nail Polishes. I think the formula and consistency is easy to work with and has good wear. Below in all the swatches I am wearing CG base and top coat. I am also wearing 2 coats of each polish color. 

     Color: Shocking Pink



     Color: Secrect Peri-Wink-Le



     Color: Platinum Silver



    Review: Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub

    Product Description:
    • Helps with acne prone skin
    • 100% naturally derived grapefruit extract
    • Made in the USA
    Where I purchased it: Target

    Price: $5.49

    Product Size: 6.7 Fl oz

    Packaging:
    This facial foaming scrub cleanser is conveniently packaged in a plastic tube with a flip top, that makes dispensing the product easily. 

    Product Review:
    The smell is so refreshing and yummy! It smells very much like pink grapefruit, which I personally love. This foaming scrub makes my face feel squeaky clean after cleansing. Personally, I don't feel that it is harsh on my skin, the micro beads feels great on my skin. I do feel that it works at keeping my acne at bay.

    Swatches:

    Large and Micro beads


    How I apply it: 
    I use a quarter size amount for my face and neck area once a day at night. I gently massage it onto my face and neck area. It is so relaxing, therapeutic, and great for a facial routine. I usually use this on days when I wear makeup. I use this after I remove my makeup with my jojoba oil.

    Ingredients:
    Active Ingredients: Salicylic Acid (2%) (Acne Treatment)

    Inactive Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Polyethylene, Acrylates Copolymer, Carrageenan (Chondrus Crispus), C12 15 Alkyl Lactate, Disodium EDTA, Cocamidopropyl PG Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Polyquaternium 7, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Extract, Polysorbate 20, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Benzalkonium Chloride Solution, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Sodium C14 16 Olefin Sulfonate, Agar, Alumina, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Hydroxide, Red 30 Lake, Red 40 Lake (CI 16035), Violet 2, Fragrance (Parfum)


    Would I repurchase? Yes, I actually just purchased my 2nd tube.

    Product Rating: 5 out of 5

    Product Available:

    Target
    Local Drugstores

    Target Online
    Drugstore.com
    Amazon