Chit Chat Wednesday | If You Could Only Use 6 Makeup Products For A Month What Would You Use?

If you could only use 6 makeup products for a month what would you use? 

It's hard to choose but here are my answers: 

Foundation because I need to cover my acne.

Concealer because I need to hide my designer under eyes bags. 

Powder because if I don't set everything it will move.

Blush because I need to look alive and I can use it as eyeshadow. 

Mascara because my eyes need a lift. Mascara could possibly be used as eyeliner , too! 

Tinted lip balm because I need hydration and color.

I would hate to live without eyeshadow for a month but I feel like I could do without it. Loading up on mascara is all I need! I will miss bronzer, though. I gotta say I would look like I'm dead without warmth from a bronzer. Heck my nose would even look out of porportion without my usual contouring.  And I would probably cry if I had to skip my fall lipstick colors! Atleast this isn't for real, right

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What would your six product be?

Are they the same as mine?

Let us know in the comments below! 

Lorac Ultimate Unzipped Holiday Collection

Hey! So the other day I was on Instagram and I noticed Lorac is leasing an Unzipped collection for $80. The collection includes their Unzipped palettes, and the Unzipped blush & lipstick duo at Ulta only. 

I have always been a fan of their Unzipped collection and I'm sure most of you have heard of their palettes. I figured some people were wondering if they are any good and that's why I'm here talking about them today. 

I didn't go out and purchase the set but I do own every product in the set. I scored the gold palette and blush palette back in the spring when they initially released. I can't remember exactly, but I'm pretty sure I paid $42 for the Unzipped Gold and $25 for the blush and lipstick duo. So for all three products together my total cost was $109 plus tax. With the holiday set you save $29, plus less tax is paid. That's an amazing deal! 

But how is the quality? 

Unzipped Original 

Unzipped Gold 

The shadows in the Unzipped palettes are a different formula than the Pro palettes. They're not as soft and buttery but they are still nice. I do notice some stiffness with each matte shadow but they still perform like a good shadow. For the shimmer shadows, some can be dusty but that can be fixed if they are dampened. They are all indeed pigmented though. One shadow from the Unzipped Gold is the most pigmented shadow I have ever came across (swatches below). They do last all day with primer and yes, I do love the primer that comes with the set. It works well with any eyeshadow or liner I use. 

The quality of the blush and lipstick duo is superb. The blushes are really smooth and absent of chalkiness. They really do feel like high end blushes. They blend in easily and don't look patchy once applied. The shimmery shades do not emphasize pores once blended in.  The shades are are pretty but I don't find the matte shades to be unique in color. There may already be duplicates in your collection but I do feel like the formula with these might be better. The darker shimmery (unapologetic) shade is the most unique shade, in my opinion, in the palette. It's nice for a warm, just got back from the beach, look. The lighter shimmer blush (unimaginable) has a lot of pigment but may appear as a highlight or blush topper for deeper skin tones. I also noticed more of a chunky texture with this blush but it's not noticeable unless you swatch it with your finger, you may never notice if you don't swatch your makeup. 

Underrated, Unashamed, Unapologetic, Unimaginable and Girl Next Door (lipstick)  

The lipstick that comes with the blush palette isn't my favorite. The color crosses that line where it's so light it looks chalky and it's just not flattering. I like the formula of the other Alter Ego lipsticks I own but I could live without this one. It is a good deal , though. The lipstick alone costs $16 so you're basically buying the palette for $9! 

It all boils down to if you're after good deals on permanent items or lusting after a limited edition holiday palette... I think this set is a great deal if you're interested in the individual items but you can get them any time you want to. The only problem is you'll have to fork over more money. I think if you're a makeup collector, go for a different holiday set. However, if you're just looking for a good value, go for this set. It just depends on the buyer but I can say everything in this collection is worth every hard earned penny! 

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Do you own any of the Unzipped palettes?

Are you going to purchase this set?

What's your favorite holiday palette this year?

Let us know in the comments below!

Weekly Tip, Beauty News & Weekly Favorite | How To Turn Any Brush Into A Contour Brush

For some reason I'm not in a blogging mood today. I think it's just because I was gone (got back early😅) and I want to catch up on my shows on Hulu. But... I'm going to write up this post anyway and share a tip that I have been so excited to share with you all. I'm not much into contouring but when I do, I use this tip and it works every time! 

Weekly Tip

 

Don't have a brush that is good for contouring? Worry no more! Now you can use an angled blush brush, powder brush, or whatever you have sitting in your vanity. All you need is a brush guard (I got mine with an e.l.f cosmetics brush). Just slide it up your brush and hold it in place while you apply a contour shade under your cheekbones. Once your contour is placed, take the guard off (optional) and buff it upwards into your cheekbones for a flawless finish. This tip is also great if your contour brush is currently in line for a cleanup! 

Beauty News

There's no way you're not a fan of Jaclyn Hill and if you are, then your probably already know about this release. I just wanted to let everyone know the Champagne Glow palette by Becca is going up on Sephora's website this coming week! The release online is 10/27 and available in stores on 10/30 (select stores). The price is $34 and includes three highlighters: Pearl, Champagne Pop(Jaclyns shade) and Blushed Copper. 

Product Favorite 

This weeks favorite is a concealer palette made by Bh Cosmetics. I can't go a day without using this product! I always mix the peachy and green shade together to cancel out the hyper pigmentation on my cheeks. The lighter concealers on the top row are really good for concealing dark circles. I personally don't have extremely dark under eyes but I do experience darkness and I use them to take care of it. I'm too pale to use them for  highlighting. I just can't get enough of a contrast but if you're darker than me it would be perfect to use for highlighting when contouring! The formula is creamy but dries down to a powdery finish. If it's set with powder it will last all day under my eyes without creasing. I don't use it for concealing pimples though. All of the concealers are too light, even for my NC20 complexion! Click here to purchase($5, 3 different colors available). 

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Do you contour? If so, Are you going to use this tip? 

Are you going to purchase the Champagne Glow Palette?

Let us know in the comments below! 

Bridal Makeup and Beauty Tips

Congratulations on your big day! Every woman dreams of appearing perfect on their wedding day but if it was that easy, we would do it everyday.

 I gathered some tips to help you get the closest to perfect as you can. I'm sure you'll be beautiful no matter what, but beauty tips never hurt anyone.

Don't try new products on your wedding day

Sometimes products just don't agree with our skin and it can result in one big red inflamed mess. The worst day to experience that would be on your wedding day! This includes any kind of beauty item that goes on your body, whether it be skincare, makeup or anything else. 

Have your makeup professionally matched

We all want to look perfect on our big day and makeup is a big part of that. It pulls everything together but can also make everything look like a joke. Make sure your foundation matches you skin-tone and undertone. No one goes for a look that resembles a mask or a zombie. Go to a counter with a good reputation and have your makeup professionally matched. 

Try your makeup look beforehand 

This is one of the biggest rules! Always test out your makeup and the look you have in mind beforehand. It's a brides worst nightmare to pick makeup that smudges, transfers or fades. It's also a bad idea to skip the practice phase. On the big day it may seem like you have plenty of time to get ready but you don't! Your makeup needs to be spot on the first time and the best way to accomplish that is by practicing ahead of time.

Don't go too heavy

I know it can be tempting to go all out like a celebrity but brides should look fresh and subtle. Skip the bold colors on your wedding day (unless that's the way you roll). However, don't go too light-handed or it might not show up in photography. Not wearing enough makeup could also make you looked washed out from wearing so much white with little color on the face.

Wear waterproof mascara 

I know it, I hate waterproof mascara too but it's essential for a wedding. You're more than likely going to cry and we don't want black tears do we? 

Don't use a face mask the night before

I know you're wanting your skin to look it's best on your wedding day and a face mask seems like the answer. However, that can be a huge mistake! Some masks work so good that they bring the dirt to the surface of your skin and cause a pimple. Clean out your pores a different day. If you do decide on a mask, opt for a moisturizing one instead of a pore cleansing option. 

Get plenty of rest

You've heard it before, get plenty of rest. Drink a lot of water before you go to bed and be sure to lay down at a decent hour. In the morning your skin will look healthier and radiant. Plus, those hideous under eye bags will be less apparent. 

Pluck/wax your eyebrows the day before not the day of the wedding

Remember to groom your eyebrows a day before the wedding. Irritation can occur and cause the area to inflame and turn red. Booo!

Wear lipstick liner and transfer resistant lipstick

Be sure to wear lip liner to help prevent feathering from your lipstick. And if you want to prevent your new husband from having pink lips then wear a transfer proof lipstick too. Matte shades are good for that, or better yet, a liquid lipstick won't budge or transfer the whole day. Just be familiar with matte lipstick before your wedding day. A lot of people say they are too drying.

Use spray deodorant 

It's different when you get deodorant on your shirt but your wedding dress? There's no time to wash that big white dress like your other clothes. The best choice would be a spray deodorant. With a spray you also won't have the yucky visible deodorant creases everyone will see while you're dancing. 

Don't dye your hair with a different dye the week of the wedding

Do not be courageous and try a different hair dye before the wedding. Sure you could dye your hair back to its regular shade but your hair will look fried on your wedding day. Who wants that? 

Don't use fake Tanner (or spray tan) close to your wedding day 

The man at the end of the isle is marrying you, not an orange. If you get a spray tan be sure to rinse off the fake part of the tanner and do it a few days before the wedding. Follow the same principle for self tanner. It would also be a disaster if the self tanner transferred onto your wedding dress! 

I hope this helped you plan your bridal routine and may you have a long happy marriage!

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What is the date of your big day?

Have any wedding tips to share?

Comment below and let us know!

Weekly Tip, Beauty News & Weekly Favorite

Hey, guys! Next week I'll have some new reviews up on the blog. I hauled a few items last weekend and I have been putting them to the test. The first review will be of the Colourpop liquid lipsticks, which includes the limited edition shade Chillychili. If you want to see swatches ahead of time follow TaylorPieB on Instagram! 

Now let's get started with our weekly post! 

Instead of throwing away that dried out gel eyeliner of yours, keep it! Give it a good clean with some soap and use it for foundation when you travel. The jar will keep your foundation safe and moist, while being travel friendly. Now you can finally save that extra space for your other favorite makeup items. 

Earlier this year Milani released their Amore Matte Lip Crémes for a limited time. Everyone ended up loving them and begged Milani to make them permanent. Milani just announced this week they are going to make the line permanent next year and release new shades along with the release. Boy am I glad! I never did find any of the lip crémes. My display was always sold out and I pretty much accepted I was never going to have any. Thanks to Milani, now we'll all get the chance in 2016! 

All this month everyone has been showing off the Mega Pro 2 and it inspired me to dig my old one out. I'm so happy and fortunate to have the Mega Pro 1. I love the berry theme Lorac went with and the shadows are spot on to the original Pro Palettes. You can't purchase it anymore but the Mega Pro 2 is available on Ulta's website right now(limited edition-$59). It doesn't have the same shades but the quality is the same! 

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What is your favorite beauty product this week?

Have any tips to share? 

Let us know in the comments below! 

Colourpop Ultra Matte Liquid Lipsticks Review | Chilly Chili, Bumble, Solow

I always wondered why Colourpop used a "U" in their name. I read online they added a "U" because it's less boring and more unique. Hahaha, Colourpop made me appreciate them even more just because of that. With their low costs and dependable products, they have me hooked. 

When the Ultra Matte Liquid lipsticks first released I was dying to try them but everything was instantly picked over. I ended up waiting a long time to try them because I was constantly adding other things to my list. But when I saw the new shades they added for fall I knew now was the time to get on the Colourpop trend. I actually wanted Bad Habit (new/LE) but it sold out before I had the chance. I went with Chilly Chili (new/LE) instead. 

The Ultra Matte Liquid lipsticks sell for $6 each and they come with .11 ounces. The tube is plastic but looks expensive rather than cheap. The applicator is a standard doe foot that picks up product easily. You can buy them on Colourpop's website. Colourpop is an American brand based out of C.A. 

Solow-Permanent 

Solow is described as a neutral nude pink with warm undertones and a matte finish. On me it looks exactly how It was described and swatched on Colourpops website.  The application is easy but it can be hard if you like to work slow. It dried fairly quick and didn't budge once it was completely matte. One thing that bugged me about this lipstick is it crumbles. If I rub my lips together small crumbs will form on my lips. But that only happens if I try to do it. The only time I noticed any transfer was when I was eating a taco that was a little greasy. It did stay on all day though, until I went to bed, which at that point I just removed it with coconut oil. I would suggest picking this shade if you're just diving into the liquid lipstick vendetta. It's wearable and the formula is nice. 

Bumble-Permanent 

Bumble is a dusty warm terracotta with warm undertones and a matte finish.  This is my favorite out of the three shades I purchased (because of the color). It does apply smoothly but sets quickly and tends to flake if you apply too much or in layers. It did dry my lips out over time just like both of the other liquid lipsticks. It also wore just as long and only faded a little bit on the inner corner. 

Chilly Chili-Limited Edition 

Chilly Chili is a muted plummy brown with warm undertones and a semi matte finish. It didn't dry down completely like the other matte liquid lipsticks from Colourpop. This is an intense shade and It looks really dark on fair skin. It does apply evenly and smoothly. I kind of like that it's semi matte since it allows more time to finish applying before drying down. Sometimes more time is needed to apply darker shades because more precision is required. Chilly Chili did transfer a little more since it didn't dry down completely but it did last just as long as the others mainly because it's darker. It felt somewhat drying but not as drying since it's not ultra matte. I can get around 6 hours out of it with regular eating and drinking. 

Overall, 

The finish of each lipstick is matte with absolutely no moisture levels (except for Chilly Chili). They do dry my lips out some but not to the point where they aggravate me. When applied it's best to work quickly or the lipstick will dry before you're done and they do not work well when layered. It takes anywhere between 30 seconds to a couple minutes to dry to a complete matte finish. Once dry they do not transfer unless you're eating greasy or wet foods. The lipstick won't breakup from the food but it will make it a little moist and transfer because of that. However, it will dry back down. The wear time is around 8 hours even with drinking and eating. I tried reapplying the shades but they tend to crumble when I do that. They also crumble if I rub my lips together in sweeping motions with pressure. The pigment will still remain on my lips but I do notice crumbs on my lips. However, if a thin layer is applied at the initial application this won't happen. Nonetheless, I really do like the Ultra Matte Liquid Lipsticks by Colourpop. I feel like there are unique shades and the price is right as well as the formula. I would recommend it to anyone who loves matte lipsticks and doesn't mind a drying formula  (that's just how liquid lipsticks are). 

Photos and Swatches 

Warning: These liquid lipstick are literally liquid. They do spill out of the tube. When I first swatched one it spilled directly onto my pants, went through them and got on my leg. My leg was still stained a day later and my pants will forever have Chilly Chili on them. 

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Have you tried Colourpop? 

What brand makes your favorite liquid lipsticks?

Let us know in the comments below! 

Chit Chat Wednesday | Do you like matte lipstick?

Do you like matte lipstick? 

Recently I did a poll on my blog and 60% of you said you prefer satin lipstick over matte. Frankly, I was surprised since matte is such a popular finish in the beauty industry. Every brand out there is releasing new matte formulas since it's so popular. But I do understand why a lot of your are not jumping on the band wagon. 

I personally prefer matte lipstick because I like the finish on me. I think they're easier to pull off unless the shade is bright or odd. The only thing I don't like is the moisture level. They tend to dry out my lips sometimes but I can easily fix that with a thin layer of chap stick before application. 

My favorite quality about matte lipsticks is the transfer proof wear. I love how I can kiss my boyfriend without giving him pink lips. It's also reassuring to beable to wear a dark lip without worrying about bleeding or smearing. 

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Do you like matte lipstick?

Who makes your favorite matte lipstick formula?

Let us know in the comments below! 

How To Tell If A Beauty Blogger/Vlogger is Honest

The point of being a beauty blogger or vlogger is to help women find makeup that works, or to teach makeup skills. It's easy to come across great makeup tutorials but recently, it's growing harder to find dependable reviews. 

That's why I'm writing this post. To help you figure out if a beauty guru is genuine and honest. Granted, you won't be able to tell every time if your favorite vlogger is lying to your face but this should help most of the time. 

Here's a list of the "tale-tale" signs I have noticed over the years. 

The best way to recognize a dishonest guru is by their reviews. 

The reviewer doesn't have many specific details about the product. 

Speaking from experience, when a product is being reviewed it goes through a trial area. When being tested, all of the qualities are learned and memorized. If a reviewer doesn't seem to know what to say, then it's likely they didn't thoroughly test the product. Now this doesn't necessarily mean the person is lying but they're not being honest about its performance. Any blogger or vlogger should know every good and bad thing about the product they are reviewing. 

If they're just saying stuff like- Yeah, it's a pretty color and it lasted all day on me without disappearing on my lips. The packaging is pretty, too. Oh, and I got it for $15 and it's my new holy grail.- then chances are they are not telling the full truth. 

Someone who really tested the product would say something like- Th lipstick is pigmented with one swipe but the coverage is more even with two. When I applied the second layer I didn't notice any streaking. The formula is matte but not drying like liquid lipsticks are known to be. The wear time is any where between 4 to 7 hours, depending on how often you eat and drink. It does transfer a little but stops after the first time. And so on.. 

The more details, the more likely the reviewer is being honest. 

They talk about it once, then it's history.

We've heard it before, the new foundation is, so and so's, new holy grail. But yet, they never mention it again. If they only talk about it once but it permanently gets lost 30 videos back, then, yeah, they're lying. Good products don't just get forgotten. 

Everyone else says it sucks.

Majority rules. If everyone says it sucks but just a couple say it's really good, then... A. The beauty guru is lying. Or, B. That product just happened to work for a very small group of people, but that's unlikely. 

It should be a red flag if there's a reviewer who stands by a product but it's a bad one. Check and see if the product was sent to them for sponsorship. 

The reviews on the products website are poor

Go to the website for the brand of the product and check the review. If everyone hates it but the beauty guru you just watched happened to love it, then I bet they are indeed lying. 

The review sounds like a commercial 

If it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is. 

The best way to tell if it's actually a good product is to watch or read a couple other reviews. If everyone says it's good and they're not sponsored, then it may just be good. 

The video or post is sponsored 

Beauty bloggers/vloggers lie to get paid or to recieve free products. It's business but it's unfair to all of you.  Always check for sponsorship before believing a review from any blogger/vlogger. 

One vlogger I trust is Emily Noel (just like someone else said in yesterdays post). She is very honest with her reviews and she's not affraid of making a company mad about reviewing one of their crappy products. She'll even bash a product in a sponsored post if it's necessary. 

What's the best way to get a honest review? I hate to say this because I'm a beauty blogger, but I'll say it anyways for your sake. The best way to get a honest review is on the products website. Consumers are almost always honest about the product they purchase. And sometimes, it's nice to see multiple reviews. 

For example, it's can be hard to pick out a foundation based off of one review. When I look for one, I go through the products reviews  and look for people with acne because I need to know if it has good coverage. A beauty guru with great skin isn't going to like the same foundation as me. 

I would like to let everyone know that my reviews will always be honest. I can't be bought out and I'm not interested in turning my blog into a joke. It's important to me to keep my reviews truthful, even when I'm sent a product from a company I love. Honesty is something we should value as beauty bloggers. I started out as a genuine blogger and I will continue to be so until my last post! 

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How do you tell if a beauty guru is being honest? 

Do you have any tale-tale signs up your sleeves? 

Let us know in the comments below! 

Undercover Blogger | Do You Trust Beauty Bloggers/Vloggers

 I'm back again with Undercover Blogger! I case you missed the scoop, Undercover Blogger is a series where I go undercover and ask questions from beauty lovers just like you. They do not know I'm a blogger. My blogger identity is kept undercover on social media websites all across the web. 

Here's the question I asked everyone. And don't forget to leave your answer in the comments. I won't be offended by your answer. 

Do You Trust Beauty Bloggers/ Vloggers? 

"I honestly don't trust any of the bloggers working with Ipsy. You can tell when they use all the products from that months bag and it just doesn't sit well with me." 

"You can tell when they lie in my opinion. Like if they rave about a product they were sent once and you never see that product on their channel again. That is a red flag for me" 

"There are some that could be more forward about if they are affiliated with a company and you use their link in the description box to the product they get a percentage of the sale." 

"I think it depends on the blogger."

"Smaller Vloggers tend to be more honest." 

"Yes I trust them. No I don't think they lie."

"You can tell which ones are being honest and which ones are lying if you watch them enough."

"Sometimes that is not explained very well or at all. And you don't even know they are getting a commission. That also makes me wonder sometimes if they truly love the product." 

"Yes."

"No." 

"I think the more products they receive by companies, the more they lie." 

"I trust the ones who seem genuine like Emily Noel."

"Sometimes you can tell if they are lying. It's obvious when they tell the truth because they are more descriptive about a product." 

"I trust only trust a few of them"

So how can you tell if beauty bloggers / Vloggers are being 100% honest? Not sure? Find out in tomorrow's post! I'll give you pointers I have learned over the years to tell if you can trust beauty bloggers or Vloggers. I may be one myself, but sometimes I need info on a product I'm curious about and I love watching YouTube videos from honest people. 

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Do you trust beauty bloggers/Vloggers?

Let me know in the comments below! 

Also, feel free to suggest a question for the next Undercover Blogger post! 

Weekly tip, Beauty news and favorite product

Hey, guys! I know it has been a while since my last weekly tip and for that, I'm sorry. I have posted other blogs this week , though. So be sure to check those out.

As for my weekly post, I decided to change it and I personally think its for the better. Instead of showing the nail polish I wore that week, I replaced it with my favorite beauty product. I mean, I dont do my nails that often, so why include that in my weekly post, right? Makeup and skincare is more fun anway!

Now lets get on with that tip, shall we?

Weekly Tip

If you have dipped your toes into the world of makeup, then you have probably heard of using a Qtip to clean up your eye makeup. What a waste of Qtips! Instead, use a concealer brush left over from an empty concealer tube. Just clean it and start using it. I find it works best with makeup remover, just like a Qtip. It cleans up your makeup just as good but produces no waste and saves a little money. If you end up not liking it, oh well, there was no money wasted! By the way, remember to clean the applicator regularly like other brushes. Product build- up will prevent it from doing its job. A dirty towel can't clean dirty dishes.

Beauty News

Colourpop is launching 24 creme gel liners with matching liners in a couple of weeks. Knowing Colourpop, the liners are going to be bomb as hell at a cheap price.

Product Favorite 

My favorite product this past week is Becca's Shimmering Skin Perfector in Champagne Pop. It's really intense but natural at the same time. The texture is so incredibly smooth and blendable. The shade is a champagne peach that blends into the skin like camoflauge.The price is up there for a highlighter but the purchase is justible since the product is so good. I would love to say I'll repurchase it when I run out but its limited edition. So hurry up and pick yours up while you can!

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What is your favorite beauty item you used this week?

Do you have any tips you'd like to share for next weeks post? 

Have any major beauty news you'd like to share? 

Comment below! 

Chit Chat Wednesday

What do you look for in a holiday palette?

I personally look for multiple products in a sleek palette. My favorite kind of holiday palette includes eye shadows, blushes, bronzers and highlights.. One palette that I'm eager to get my hands on is The Balms "The Balm Of Your Hand" palette. It includes their colt products like Mary-loumanizer, Bahama Mamma and their best eyeshades, as well as a lipgloss or two. The packaging is also the "balm" (get it?). It's sleek and has a unique design. 

Another thing  I like in holiday palettes are themes. I'm seriously lusting after the Too Faced Christmas In Paris Palette. My room is done in Paris themed decor and it would look perfect on my vanity. But the high quality would be a huge plus! Too Faced is always reliable when it comes to their holiday kits. 

Sample sizes are a nice touch, too. I love getting eyeliners, glosses and primers thrown into kits. It's nice to have samples to test for future purchases. Although, that might be a bad thing for my wallet! 

One thing I would like to see more of are drugstore holiday kits. Most of the kits include low quality items and I feel like the drugstore could do better. Especially, e.l.f. They're capable of making great products but for some reason their  holiday kits are like toddler makeup kits. The quality just isn't there. The drugstore should really inspire their kits after high end companies. Their sells would sky rocket then! 

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So, what do you look for in a holiday kit? 

Which brand impresses and disappoints you every year?

Let me know in the comments below! 

Beauty Products I Don't Purchase From High End Brands

Hello, everyone! I don't know about you but I love saving money. But when it comes to beauty supplies, what should we save on? Everyone has their own opinion about what they should splurge on but I wanted to share what I find is unnecessary to spend the big bucks on. 

Makeup

Mascara- Mascara is one of those items most brands can master. It might take ten different formulas from their line but every brand has a decent mascara. When choosing between drugstore and high end, drugstore is the way to go. Most drugstore mascara works just as good as the designer brands, if not better. Besides, mascara dries out in a couple months anyways. Why spend $20 on something that you'll have to repurchase again sooner rather than later? Especially since it's nothing special. 

Eye Liner- The drugstore has some bomb eyeliner formulas! Nowadays, there's no need to go to the department store to spend high amounts of money on an eyeliner. Maybelline even offers the best gel liner on the market for less than $10! It would be just plain silly to spend extra money on the same product. 

Eyebrow products- Every high end brow powder, pomade, or pencil has a dupe. Nyx has a dupe for ABH brow pencil and brow pomade for a fraction of the price. However, Any brow product you buy at the drugstore will work just as fine as one that's cost $20+. We go through brow products so fast, anyways. Might as well buy them at a cheaper price. 

False Lashes- This is more of a personal thing. Some people like to spend $45 on lashes so they can wear them more than once. However, if you're like me, I don't wear falsies that much and I would rather save $40 on a pair of lashes I'll more than likely wear one time anyways. 

Skincare

Face Wash- Skincare is almost always a criteria you should spend more on, just not when it comes to the cleanser. Cleansers only stay one your face for a couple minutes and most formulas clean your skin just the same. It's the treatments, masks, and facial lotions you want to break the bank for. 

Body wash- Again, cleansers are only on your body for a minute or so and body wash is widely available at the drugstore. Plus, they're already so dang good at a cheap price! 

Lotion- The best lotion I have ever tried is from the drugstore for only $5! There's no justification for spending lots of money on a lotion that can be duped. 

Makeup Remover- Makeup remover isn't anything special. The cheap stuff always gets the job done wonderfully! 

Tools

Brushes- The drugstore offers brushes that are just as good as high end. The highest I'll pay for a brush is Sigmas prices. I consider Sigma high end but with reasonable prices. Other than that, I'll stick with e.l.f, Sonia Kashuk, Eco Tools, Real Techniques and Morphe! 

Hair stylers-  I can't speak from experience because I have never used a designer straightener,etc... But I can say any affordable hair styler I have used works just fine. My hair stays straight with my revlon hair straightener and my curls hold all day with my $20 wand.  

Hair products- I'm not really into hair care but my hair does stay healthy and soft with products I buy at Target. I use drugstore shampoo, heat protectant, hair sprays and anything else my hair requires. Yet, my hair looks just as healthy as someone who uses $20 shampoo! 

Disclaimer: I have purchased some products listed above from high end brands but I have come to the conclusion the extra money isn't worth it and I do reviews on new releases. 

If you purchase these items at high prices, I'm not judging or critizing you. Everyone has the right to spend however much they wish on their products. 

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What are some items you exclusively purchase from the drugstore?

What's your favorite drugstore beauty product? 

Let me know in the comments below! 

Hello, Beauty lovers!

I have been gone for far too long. I'm going to be completely honest here and say I just got tired of this blog after a while. It's not because of the makeup or my precious readers... It's because I felt trapped and held back. I personally needed to talk about more things than just beauty and my beauty blog ended up suffering while I went through this phase. 

Am I going to start blogging again? I didnt stop... I just blogged somewhere else where I could write about anything that I wanted to but now I'm ready for my big return. Only this time it's going to be different. I promise to write on here reguraly like a true beauty blogger. I found my identity in the blogging world and I know I can tackle the beauty blogging community. But at the same time I will also blog on my other website, just because I'm full of opinions.

I never stopped loving beauty and I never will. I just transformed into the blogger who I was meant to be- a blogger who writes about everything. If you're curious, my other blog is called Pretty Rebellious on wordpress.com.

Now Im not abandoning this blog and continuing my beauty posts on Pretty Rebellious. Taylorpiebeauty is still my baby and passion. I need a website dedicated to my out-of-control obsession for makeup. Taylorpiebeauty will always be up and running as long as if I have a face for makeup and my fingers are still attached to my hands for typing.

So bookmark Taylorpiebeauty.com and keep coming back for more updates on beauty. I should have at least three new posts up a week, if not I'll tweet why. 

Also, for now on I'm going to try to focus mainly, but not exclusively, on drugstore makeup. I'm sure all of the other broke college kids know my reasoning! 

What topics would you like to read about?

Any new drugstore makeup you'd like reviewed?