Makeup Haven: October 2016

Saturday, October 29, 2016

Sephora Brand Oil infusion Lip oils

The Sephora Brand products are not talked about a lot however if you do try some of these products you will see that Sephora Store brand does have a few gems hidden that preforms just as good if not better than their higher end alternatives

One such products are their Oil infusion lip colors / Lip Oils. These retail for $14 at Sephora and contains 6ml/0.18oz and come in 9 shades

If the YSL Tint in Oil is not in your budget this is a very good alternative. To me they feel the same on the lips. The only difference is that the Sephora Oil infusions does not leave a stain behind like the YSL

The Sephora Brand Lip oils are really nice if you need just a hint of color and are very hydrating and comfortable. They do not feel heavy and are non-sticky. I find that the smell is not over powdering but is pleasant but you do have to reapply it quite often. I love using these over lipsticks or liquid lipsticks when they feel a bit dry.

T to B : Iced Coffee and Lavender Cream

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L to R : Iced Coffee / Lavender Cream

Monday, October 24, 2016

DIOR 5 COULEURS SPLENDOR - Holiday 2016 - 776 Precious Embroidery

Dior Limited Edition 5 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette from the Splendor Holiday 2016 collection this year is stunning

The Collection consists of 2 Dior Quint's that retails for $63 . both are quite stunning. below I have 776 Precious Embroidery which is the one I was most drawn to.

DIOR 5 COULEURS SPLENDOR - 776 Precious Embroidery

Sunday, October 16, 2016

Urban Decay Vice Lipstick in Heartless Swatch

Urban Decay Vice lipsticks comes in a few different formulas and 100 different shades to choose from.

I did post a review of the mega matte formula on my blog before in the color Oblivion. Click on the this link if you want to see that blog post

This is the color Heartless in the comfort matte formula. I would describe this color as a cool toned light pink. This color is very wearable by any skin tone. If you have darker skin then try paring this with a lip liner such as MAC Stone or Chestnut. While the color isn't all that unique I have to say that the formula is. This Comfort Matte formula is very comfortable on the lips it does not dry out your lips and is very smooth and opaque in one swipe. It stays matte but doesn't feel like you have anything on your lips. This is probably one of the best matte formulas I have ever tried in lipsticks and probably the best formula in the Urban Decay Vice lipstick line.

If you are thinking of purchasing a Urban Decay Vice Lipstick then I highly suggest checking out one form the comfort matte shades

Urban Decay Vice Lipstick in Heartless

Sunday, October 9, 2016

Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush Palette Color Wheel - Holiday 2016

The Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush Palette Color Wheel is part of the holiday 2016 collection and is a limited edition palette that retails for $44

Each year Tarte cosmetics releases a blush palette for the holidays and if you are a tarte Amazonian blush fan then this is a very good value as you are able to try out a few different shades in a palette.

This year palette comes with 10 blush shades that contains 2.4g/0.084oz of each shade. The Shades are the same size as the ones on their contour palettes

If you do not own any of tarte blushes then this is good one to try out the formula and some of their shades. Even though the colors are new and limited edition if you do own a lot of tarte bushes you will find that the shades are pretty similar. I do suggest checking the palette out for yourself before purchasing.

I do think this is a good value and a good shade range for different skin tones.

Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush Palette Color Wheel - Holiday 2016

L to R : Surreal, deco, mod, idol, culture

L to R :ironic, montage, icon, concept, crafty

Wednesday, October 5, 2016

LORAC Mega Pro 3

For the past 3 years LORAC cosmetics comes out with a limited Edition Mega Pro eye shadow palette that consists of 32 shades. This retails for $59. The palette comes with 16 shades of matte shadows and 16 shades of shimmer.

This year was no different. While I am not much of a fan of the formula of the LORAC pro palettes I was really drawn to the very natural shades of the Lorac Mega Pro 3.

If you use and love any of the LORAC pro palettes then you would not be disappointed with this one. The shadows are pigmented and smooth but they do kick up a lot shadow when you put a brush into it. They blend pretty well for the most part .

I you are a neutral eye shadow lover then $59 for 32 shades of neutrals that consists of mattes and shimmers is a deal you might not went to miss if you love the LORAC shadows. These palettes sell out really fast so if you want it then you might want to get your hands on this right away.

LORAC mega Pro 3