E.l.f Cosmetics- The Good and The Bad

Hello!

E.l.f is one of those brands that people love, even if they have enough money to pay for Dior. The prices are so affordable but the quality is there in most of the products. When I think of e.l.f, drugstore doesn't even cross my mind. I simply just see them as e.l.f. But like most brands e.l.f does have hits or misses. So today I'm going to share my my opinion on e.l.f's makeup line. 

To keep this from being such a long post, I will be dividing this into four seperate posts. 

1. Studio line(this post)

2. Essential line

3. Mineral line

4. Thoughts on the brand itself and their tools. 

Once I am done with every post, I will be sure to update this page with the links to each line. 

Hits/Misses

Studio line

 

Primer: There are many different primers in the studio line. However, I have found that they all work the same. The formula goes on smoothly and makes my skin feel soft but I haven't noticed a difference in the wear time of my foundation. I recommend saving your money and buying a different primer. 

(Miss)

Concealer: The maximum coverage concealer has a medium coverage. I think it blends out smoothly and lasts a decent amount of time if you set it with a powder. I would recommend it to people with minor imperfections. The correcting concealers are actually really good. The brightening shade really brightens under my eyes and helps hide dark circles. The green shade is ok. I sometimes like to mix it with my primer to help cancel out redness. 

(Hit)

Foundation: The foundation formula is lovely. It looks beautiful on my dry skin and lasts for 6 hours with medium coverage. Unfortunately, the color selection isn't very big. The lightest shade is too dark for me and I believe there's not very many dark shades either. But it's a total hit if you can find the right shade!

(Hit)

Powder: The only powders that I have tried from the studio line are the loose HD powders and the compact translucent powder. I really like both of them. They both help set my foundation and keep oil from breaking through in my t-zone. I also love the yellow HD powder under my eyes. It really brightens things up! I totally recommend the powders!

(Hit)

Highlighters- The baked highlighters are ok. I think the shades are beautiful but I also find them to be a little chunky. These would be best to purchase during a 50% off sale. The Twistable highlights are good and bad. I really enjoy the Twistable feature and the concept but sometimes when I apply the highlighter, I notice a line from the initial spot where I put it before blending it out. I suggest using a sponge to apply this highlighter. Other than that I recommend it. 

(Hit and miss)

Bronzers- I haven't personally tried many of their bronzers. The cream blush and bronzer duo is very nice. The shades blend out smoothly and I can create a very natural look using the creme bronzer. I definitely recommend it.

(Hit)

Blush- Ah, the blush. Are they a dupe for Nars? I personally don't think so. The single blushes that I have tried are very dry and unpigmented. They might be good for people who like to build up color but I think you can find better blushes. However, the blush palettes are amazing! The pigmentation is very opaque and they're insanely smooth. I definitely recommend trying the blush palettes.

(Hit and miss)

Setting spray- A lot of people say the setting sprays are holy grail products. I'm not sure if I'm doing something wrong but everytime I use them my makeup looks even more cake-y and doesn't last any longer than usual. And don't get me started on the nozzle of the bottle. It's just that bad. 

(Miss)

Eyeshadow primer- If you're just going to the store for a couple hours than I think the primer is good enough. One the other hand, if you need something to last ALL DAY, then skip on their primer. After a few hours my eyeshadows always crease when I wear this primer. But for a buck, I can't really say it's not worth the money. Maybe if you have dry eyes you can wear it all day Long but oily eyes will look like a hot mess. 

(Miss)

Eyeshadow- Overall, I really like e.l.f's eyeshadows. The palettes, pigments, singles and baked shadows are hit and miss but most of them are pretty good. I'm actually picky when it comes to eyeshadow. I prefer using high end palettes but I have found cases where I actually prefer some e.l.f shadows over high end. Don't get me wrong though, e.l.f does have a lot of misses with their eyeshadows. Typically, their matts are chalky and dry but they have mastered their shimmer formula. 

(Hit)

Eyeliner- Pass on the gel and pencil eyeliners. The gels smear around on the eyes and the pencils eventually fade away, apply difficulty and are not pigmented enough. The liquid liners are my favorite liners though. 7 out of 7 days, I will be using the liquid liner from their studio line to get ready. I'm not sure what the name is but it's the kind that you dip into the container and it's shaped like unique triangle?. 

(Hit and miss)

Mascara- Lets make this short. Just skip on the mascara. It's not even worth $3. 

(Miss)

Eye lashes- I love e.l.f but I can't stand their eyelashes. They never keep their shape and they're so hard to apply. Don't waist your dollar on them.

(Miss)

Brow products- The only brow product that I have fried from them is the brow kit. I think it's great! The gel and powder are perfect for filling in and defining your eyebrows. I use them for a more natural look , though. If you expecting a very defined look, then stick with the Anastasia Dip Brow. 

(Hit)

Lipstick-  I love the matte lipsticks. They're creamy, pigmented and long-lasting. Their regular lipsticks are ok. I think they could be more pigmented but they are soft and creamy. I also love there lip glosses. They're not sticky but rather pigmented, buttery and moisturizing. 

(Hit)

Please, keep in mind that I'm not shaming any of their products. I really love e.l.f but I haven't found a brand that doesn't have one bad product. Also, just because some of their products don't work for me, doesn't mean they won't work for you! 

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie. 

Tutorial: How to clean your makeup brushes

Hello!

Today I'm going to share my brush cleansing routine. I really want to go ahead and put this on TaylorPieBeauty.com because it's such an important step to take in your beauty life. I can't believe I use to skip washing my brushes. I hope I can convince you to wash yours as well! It makes a hell of a difference. 

 A lot of people think it's ok to skip cleaning your brushes but it's not! You're brushes are a breading ground for bacteria and it's unsanitary to use them when they're unwashed. BUT that's not the only reason... When you have build up of products on your brushes, you can't possibly get the best finish. It's the same thing as your face. Do you apply makeup with yesterday's makeup still on? No, I'm sure you don't. So why do the same with your brushes? 

Brush cleaning removes

Old makeup

Dirt and debris 

Oil

 bacteria 

Dead skin

Benefits

Keeps the bristles soft

Prevents breakouts 

Better makeup application

Brushes last longer

What can brushes be cleaned with?

Brush shampoo

Baby shampoo

 Dish soap (my favorite)

Coconut oil mixed with shampoo

Soap bar

How often should you wash your brushes?

It really varies from person to sperson. If you're not prone to breakouts I think cleaning your brushes every 7-10 days is fine. Now if you ARE prone to breakouts then I recommend washing all of them once a week. Just to be safe though, I wash my foundation and concealer brush after every single use. I'm constantly running those specific brushes over my breakouts and I prefer sanitizing them before my next use. I just think it's better for my skin this way and ever since I started this routine I have seen a huge difference in my acne. If you don't have the time to wash them at least spritz them with alcohal when you're done with your makeup. 

It's also a good idea to wipe off your eye brushes after every use. It's a horrific site when you go to apply a light shade and it's black from yesterday's look. Just trust me on this one. 

Baby wipes are just fine for wiping them off. So don't think you have to go through the whole cleansing routine everyday, it's unnecessary. 

What about beauty blenders?

I use Dawn dish soap to wash my beauty blender before every use. Your suppose to dampen them before you use them anyways so it's not really another step added to your routine. 

One thing I like to do is put my beauty blender in the microwave for 20-30 seconds(after washing).This kills the bacteria, takes the extra water out of the sponge and helps "melt" your foundation into your skin during application(if still warm). I do this every single time I use it and I don't think I will ever stop. Just be sure not to leave it in there for too long. The last time I did it I pushed zero twice(3 mins) and it melted. Now I have to go purchase a new one, boo! 

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What you will need...

Dawn dish soap

Towel for drying

Running water

Some people use a brush egg or mitten to clean their brushes. I don't really find them to be necessary. I have always used my hands and will continue doing so. 

If you have a million brushes then it might not hurt to have one. However, don't feel the need to purchase one if you can't dish out the money for it. It's not a must have.

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The first thing you need to do 

Gather all of your supplies and dirty brushes. For this tutorial I'm using the e.l.f brush shampoo and dawn dish soap. Usually, dawn is the only thing I use but I recieved the brush shampoo for free so I'm trying to finish off the bottle. So far I do like it but later on I will post a full review. So keep an eye out for that post. 

When I wash my brushes I always do them at the same time but just for this post I'm going to be washing three different kinds of brushes. A Multi purpose face brush, eye blending brush and a comb brush. 

Also be sure to find a decent sized towel. The bigger the better, depending on the size of your brush collection.

Everytime I go to wash my brushes I go to my bathroom sink. I think it's best when you have a clean environment, so be sure to sanitize your sink before washing. 

Now let's start cleaning!

The first thing I like to do is dampen my brush in lukewarm water. It's the same as when you wash your hands, hair and teeth. The soap will lather up a lot easier and more efficiently. All I do is turn on the faucet and hold my brush under the running water for about ten seconds.

Grab your soap

After my brushes are drenched in water I pour a dime sized amount of soap onto the top of the brush. You don't have to use that much soap but I personally enjoy a good lather. 

 

Now firmly hold the ferrule of the brush and rub the brush on your hand in circular motions. It doesn't take very long. I usually keep on going until I don't see anymore makeup on the bristles. After I suspect the brush is clean, I rinse it off and add a dot of soap to start the process all over again. 

If the soap is clean, then the brush is clean.

Drying

After you're done washing rinse your brushes off.

Now gently swirl your brushes on your towel. This helps with getting the excess water off of your brushes before shaping/drying them. 

Shaping

Make sure you shape your brushes! To shape them I run each brush through my hand while it's closed(fist). Do this step as many times as you want. I personally like to do it until the brush is a smooth as I can get it. 

All done!

Now just lay them down and you're all done! You can leave them there or move them to a convenient area. I prefer my vanity and I like to put something under the towel to prop up the ends. That's not needed but your brushes will last longer if you do it. The reason being, the water will run into the ferrule and loosen up the glue over time.

There are many ways to clean your brushes but this is the way I like to do it. It's easy, fast and cost effective. 

How do you clean your brushes?

Have any questions? Leave a comment below!

Thanks for reading, TaylorPie. 

New e.l.f Pressed Mineral Foundation

 Details 

Create long-lasting, lightweight coverage with this hydrating foundation. The innovative pressed powder design creates a silky smooth texture that blendable for everyday wear. Infused with Vitamin E to help nourish the skin for a more revitalized feel.

This sounds like a great foundation for people with dry skin and the claims sound fantastic. I would love to have a moisturizing, long-lasting, lightweight, silky smooth texture and nourishing foundation. However, I'm not sure if I'm going to purchase it just yet. I might wait until it has a few reviews because I like to see if people break out from it. Plus, I already have a few powder foundations I love from the drugstore and I kind of think this one is expensive for e.l.f. BUT since I'm a makeup addict I'm sure I will end up getting it. If I do I will definitely posta review. 

How to apply

Apply wet or dry to the face and build coverage as desired. 

This brand new foundation comes in a sleek compact and sells for $8. There are 13 shades ranging from fair to toffee. 

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Are you going to purchase it? 

To purchase click here.

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie. 

Urban Decay Naked 3 tutorial

Hello!

Today I have a tutorial to share with you. The palette is picked for this look is the Urban Decay Naked 3. The look I created is definitely wearable and work appropriate. I typically do create looks that are within a lot of peoples comfort zone but feel free to request any unique looks you have in mind. 

All of the products I used are in the picture below. The majority of it is drugstore with a couple exceptions.

Makeup

Maybelline Color Tattoo in Barley Branded

Urban Decay Naked 3 palette

Urban Decay 24/7 liner in zero

Rimmel Scandaleyes liner in nude

E.l.f liquid eyeliner

L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black mascara

E.l.f Natural Lash eyelashes

Tweezers

Brushes

Eco Tools eyeshadow brush

Sonia Kashuk eyeshadow brush

Sonia Kashuk fluffy blending brush

Sonia Kashuk detail brush

E.l.f smudge brush

E.l.f eyeliner brush

  

Sorry about the redness in my eyes. I get really bad allergies during this time of the year. 

Here is a photo of the Urban Decay Naked 3 palette. If you don't have this palette, just try to use similar colors and I'm sure it will turn out just as pretty. 

1. To start off the look I applied Maybelline's Barley Branded Color Tatoo to brighten up my eyes and to keep my eyeshadow in place all day.

2. Then, I used Limit from the Naked 3 in my crease with a fluffy eye brush. I didn't apply much but I applied enough to make the color visible. I started at the outer corner and blended my way into the inner corner.

3. Next, with an eyeshadow brush I applied Dust all over the lid in patting motions. 

4. To deepen the outer corner I used Darkside. Using a precise definition brush start at the corner and work your way up the crease. Don't use too much or your crease will be too dark(unless you want it that way). I also blended it out toward the center of my eyelid but not very much. I mostly tried to keep it in the crease.

5. After I was done with Darkside I used Limit on a fluffy blending brush  to blend out any harsh lines above my crease. 

6.The last shadow I used is Strange. I applied it with an eyeshadow brush to brighten up underneath my eyebrow. 

7.For the lower lashline, I used Darkside on the outer corner and Dust on the inner corner & the tear duct. I used an eyeliner brush for the lashline but I wiped it off in between  different colors. If you prefer your eyes to be brighter apply more of the color Dust. I didn't go crazy with that color because right now I'm constantly rubbing my eyes in that area.

8. For my eyeliner I used e.l.f cosmetics liquid liner for a wing on the top, Urban Decays liner on the lower lashline to darken the outer corner, and Rimmels Nude liner to brighten my inner corner on the lower lashline. 

9. Lastly, I applied L'Oreal's Voluminous Carbon Black mascara and applied e.l.f cosmetics natural lashes. 

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I hope you enjoyed this look. Feel free to leave a comment below if you have any questions. 

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie.

 

Starter makeup kit for young teens- drugstore edition

 There comes a point in time when every teenage girl expresses her interest in makeup. I have a younger sister who recently asked me what kind of makeup I think she should buy and I came up with this list. It's a great beginners list and all of the cosmetics I picked are high quality products. Yes, they're all from the drugstore and you can score everything for $75(not including tax)! That's a really good price tag for a full face of makeup. 

1.  e.l.f mineral infused face primer-$6   Primer is essential for prepping your skin for foundation and keeping your makeup in place all day. E.l.f cosmetics primer will transform your teens face into a smooth canvas and will fight against excess oil, flaky dryness, enlarged pores and fine lines. Make sure you don't just pass this primer up. It's very important to make sure your teen has an even and long lasting application of foundation. If your new to primer, pick one up for yourself! I use this primer all the time and it works wonders. Plus, the price is within everyone's budget. 

2.  Neutrogena Healthy Skin liquid makeup-$9.97  For foundation you want to be sure to pick one that has healthy skin benefits. Neutrogena is a great start. Their healthy skin liquid makeup has natural looking coverage that's actually healthy for your skin. This foundation works on improving skins luminosity, tone and texture. It won't breakout most skin types and it has a SPF of 20 to protect against harmful rays. Any teenager should be able to apply this foundation without looking cake-y or unnatural. 

3.  Hard Candy Glamoflauge concealer-$6 Not every teenager needs a concealer but Hard Candys Glamoflauge concealer is a great pick if they do. It will cover imperfections like no other concealer in the drugstore and eliminate the appearance of undereye circles. 

4. Rimmel London Stay Matte pressed powder-$3.97   This matte powder is great for preventing any shine the builds on the face. Which, is ideal for teenagers since they typically have oily skin. It's very easy to apply and looks natural over foundation or even when worn alone. It's actually a great powder for all ages! 

5. e.l.f studio contouring blush and bronzing powder duo-$3. This little duo is such a great blush and bronzing powder for starters. The pigmentation is just right and blending can be easily accomplished. Your teens skin will have the appearance of a natural flush of color with the blush and beautiful definition from the bronzer. Nothing will make your teen happier. 

6.  Milani eyeshadow primer-$5.97  The Milani Eyeshadow Primer is just the thing to preserve your teens look. Even after eight hours of wear, her eyeshadow will still look fresh with minimal creasing. This eye makeup primer is suitable for all skin tones and provides a nice, clean canvas for eyeshadow application. It's important to be sure you teen is worry free all day. It's embarrassing when anyone's, let alone a teens, makeup creases and looks like a mess. So be safe and pick up one of these great eyeshadow primers from Milani. 

7. Sonia Kashuk eye palette-$14.29  This six pan palette is great for any beginner. It contains your basic nude shades that your teenager will need for any kind of look she wants. The pigmentation is great, they wear beautifully and the colors are suitable for all skintones. Go ahead and pick one up for yourself too. I'm sure the both mom and daughter will love it! 

8.  L'Oreal Paris Infallible eyeliner-$7.99  This carbon black eyeliner is perfect for beginners. It has a sharpener and smudged built on to the eyeliner itself. The eyeliner glides on easily, evenly and sets quickly for fade-proof color. Use the built-in smudger for a simple smudged out look or sharpen it to create versatile eye looks. This formula is very creamy and stays put all day without smudging. This eyeliner is easy enough for teens to work with and I think your yours will love it. If you don't want your daughter to wear black eyeliner, brown is also available. 

9.  Covergirl Clump Crusher mascara-$6.99. I see a lot of younger girls with clumpy mascara but with this mascara thats easy to avoid. The Clump Crusher has zero clumps but still delivers amazing volume. With the help of the brush, this formula will seperate each lash and evenly distribute mascara. So don't worry about your teen running around with loads of mascara on. You will both feel confident with the Clump Crusher.

 10. Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick-$5  This is totally up to you. Some moms are okay with lipstick, some are not. Personally, I think it's fine, especially when it's just nude shades. If you do decide it's ok for your teen I recommend Revlon's Super Lustrous Lipstick. You'll have so many shades to choose from and I'm sure you and your teen can agree on a color. The formula is long-lasting, creamy, moisturizing, lightweight and crease resistant. If you're feeling really generous pick up more than one shade, even if it's for yourself. I just got one for my little sister(13) and she adores it. 

11. Rimmel London Show Off lip lacquer-$5.47  I'm sure your little girl already has lipgloss but if she doesn't here is my first pick, the Show Off lip lacquers from Rimmel. Here is Rimmels description "Rimmel Show Off Lip Lacquer gives you the intense, rich color of a lipstick, enhanced by a satin-smooth, lacquer shine. It's neither a lipstick nor a gloss. It's bigger than both and it's the end of color as you know it. Rimmel Show Off Lip Lacquer combines the intense color of a lipstick with a smooth lacquer shine. The ground-breaking formula contains pure color pigments for rich, saturated color, phenomenal shine and supreme comfort that last all day. This luscious liquid lacquer gives a creamy and conditioning texture. Its bold color glides on with a sweep of the innovative foam applicator that features a built-in micro-reservoir to hold the perfect amount of lacquer."  I thought it would be easier to let you read about them yourself. Everything they say is true. I absolutely love the Show Off lip lacquers. I also bought my sister one of these and she uses this gloss like a pro. The gloss is opaque enough that your teen might not even need a lipstick but it's always nice to have options. 

 I hope this list helped you. It's such a fun stage when a girl first discovers makeup. It's a great way to express yourself and build confidence. Take advantage of this step in your daughters life and give her tips on all things beauty. It's a great way to bond and she'll learn the correct way to represent herself. 

Thanks for reading, TaylorPie. 

My top ten e.l.f favorites-spring 2014

Hello, today's post is my top ten e.l.f favorites for spring 2014. Although, my favorites are always changing, I wanted to go ahead and post this for you all. I know a lot of people love reading posts like this and it's something fun to write about. 

I'm not posting this a specific order. I just decided to go in the order of eyes, lips and face(haha). If your interested in buying anything, I will post a link under each item. As always if you have any questions just leave a comment below. Have fun reading and discovering new products! 

My first favorite is the Studio Prism Eyeshadow palette in Sunset. I love how beautiful the shadows are. Everytime I apply them to my eyes, I just fall in love all over again. The texture is extremely creamy and the pigmentation is out of this world. With primer they do not crease or fade. I can get a whole days wear out of these eyeshadows. E.l.f really out did themselves when they made this palette. Plus, they're so cheap! They only cost $10.00 each. 

Price- $10.00 each

How many palettes are there? Three- Naked, Sunset and Smoke

Where can I buy them? eyeslipsface.com

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 My next favorite is the Baked Eyeshadows. At first I wasn't sure if I liked these. When I first touched the eyeshadow I thought they felt dry but when I swatched them I was so impressed. Even when they're dry the eyeshadows have great pigmentation.  They don't fade, crease or have any fallout when applied correctly. I also really love the Baked Eyeshadow palettes. E.l.f's baked eyeshadows are definitely the best of the drugstore.

Price? $3.00 each

How many are there? 10- I have Enchanted, Pixie and Burnt plum in the photos above.

Where can I buy them?eyeslipsface.com

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Another favorite of mine are the Mineral Eyeshadows. I love dusting these over a finished look to add extra shimmer to my lids. I do wear them alone sometimes. They have really good pigmentation and the texture is very interesting. They feel powdery but still go on smoothly. Of course they can have fallout if your not careful but that's just a risk that comes with loose eyeshadow. I also love how they have no parabens, preservatives or chemical dyes.

Price?  $3.00 each

How many colors are there? 25 shades- I have Glamorous, Trendy, Confident, Sweet, Elegant and Royal in the pictures above.

Where can I buy them? eyeslipsface.com

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 Next are the Glossy Glosses from the Studio line. These glosses are so opaque and creamy. They're not too sticky and the lasting power is good for the price. The packaging is is very sturdy and the brush is easy to use. The scent to the glosses is very sweet and it doesn't bother me at all. Plus the tube is just so cute. I love carrying it my purse for when I need extra moisture on my lips. These are just great for all year long. 

Price? $3.00 each

How many colors are there? 10 shades- the color above is Dragonfruit.

Where can I buy them?eyeslipsface.com 

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Another favorite lip product is the Conditioning Lip Balm. I just can't get enough of this lip balm! The smell is amazing and the jar is just so dang cute. The conditioning claim is not a lie! My lips feel amazing everytime I use this. Plus, the color Mellow Melon is so pretty. To see a full review click here.

Price? $3.00 each

How many colors are there? 5 I have Mellow Melon swatched above.

Where can I buy it?eyeslipsface.com

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Now on to face products. One of my favorite face powders is the High Definition Powder from e.l.f. It's great for  days when I have a full coverage face on and I need to lightly powder. It prevents my face from looking muddy or cake-y. Plus it keeps my oil at bay for most of the day. Sometimes I even noticed that my acne looks smoother after I apply this powder. Which is a huge relief for the days when my skin is looks like the Smoky Mointains. I haven't noticed a difference between the sheer(translucent) and yellow powder. Maybe one day I will do half of  my face with one and the other half with the other and see if the results are different. That should be a fun post!

Price? $6.00 each

How many shade are there? 3- Sheer, Corrective Yellow and Shimmer 

Where can I buy it? eyeslipsface.com

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I'm sure you can tell why this is one of my favorites by e.l.f just by looking at the picture. I mean come on! It's a blush palette from the drugstore! I was beyond excited when e.l.f released this blush. When I first felt the texture all I could think was the makeup gods sent me this palette from their personal collection. This blush is so buttery soft and EXTREMELY pigmented. These blushes are my go-to powder blushes. I just can't keep my arms swatch free. Seriously, you need this in your life. Want to see my full review? Click here.

Price? $6.00 each

How many palettes are there? 2- light and dark

Where can I buy it?eyeslipsface.com

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 My next favorite is the Makeup Remover Exfloiating Cleansing Cloths. These are my holy-grail Cleansing cloths. They remove all traces of my eye and face makeup. Not only are they phenomenal makeup remover wipes but I get so many other uses out of these. With the beaded side of the cloth I can clean off my brushes(like eyeshadow) and exfoliate my dry acne before I apply foundation.  The soft side is great for removing my makeup and fixing makeup mistakes while getting ready. These truly are amazing and I can't see myself living without them! To see my full review click here.

Price? $3.00 each

Where can I buy it? eyeslipsface.com

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 For a long time I hated cream cosmetics until I purchased this Small Stippling Brush from e.l.f.  This is the best brush on the market for cream products. My cream blush has never looked as amazing as it does when I use this brush. It's also great for insanely pigmented blushes. It keeps me from looking like a sunburnt clown all the time. I also LOVE the size, softness, weight, price, control, how the bristles don't shed and I just get so many uses out of it. I mean I could seriously go on and on about the great qualities of this brush but I don't want to bore you. Just purchase it and you will see what all the fuss is about. 

Price? $3.00

Where can I buy it? eyeslipsface.com

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Not only is this one of my top ten products from e.l.f but this is my my favorite kabuki brush from the drugstore. It's so soft, blends beautifully, it's densely packed, non shedding, cheap and feels like a high-end brush. I use this brush everyday to pat on my setting powder. It leaves a flawless finish and doesn't move around my concealer. It's also great for blending bronzer and blush. I'm never left with any harsh lines or muddy areas. It's another brush that I can't live without. 

Price? $6.00

Where can I buy it? eyeslipsface.com

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What are your favorite e.l.f products?

Want me to test something out from e.l.f?

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie.

Swatch series- e.l.f cosmetics custom eyes eyeshadow singles

 Hello, today I have another swatch series post. Someone requested that I add e.l.f's single eyeshadows to my swatch series, so I am today. Swatch series consists of makeup that's older but people still like referring to swatches before purchasing. I'm not reviewing these eyeshadows but you can find out if they're TaylorPie approved at the bottom of each post. I hope you enjoy looking at all the swatches and find something you like. If you have any questions leave a comment below and I will answer ASAP. Thanks for reading, TaylorPie.

 These eyeshadows sell for $1.00 each and fit in e.l.f's custom pans. As of spring 2014 there are 18 shades. If you want a complete review on these eyeshadows just let me know. 

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Golden Glow is TaylorPie approved.

Wisteria is TaylorPie approved.

Purple is TaylorPie approved.

Dusk is TaylorPie approved.

Peach Fizz is TaylorPie approved.

Mocha is TaylorPie approved.

Teal is TaylorPie approved.

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Description 

The luxuriously smooth and highly pigmented, silky formula provides eyes with an awakened brightness for a long-lasting wear. Choose your favorite colors that best compliment your style and insert them into the Custom Compact for a totally personalize palette!

Directions

Place your element into the e.l.f. technologically designed magnetic lock system compact, and complete your customized palette. Apply eye color to upper lid; gently glide on powder and blend as desired

Q&A

How much are they? $1.00 each

Where can I buy them? eyeslipsface.com

How many single eyeshadows are there? 18 colors

 Are they long-wearing? Not alone but if you use a very good primer then they wear most of the day.

Are the eyeshadows soft? Yes

 What is the rating for the eyeshadows? 4.3 out of 5 stars, 369 reviews

 What are the ingredients? Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil), Polyisobutene, Silica, Synthetic Beeswax, Fragrance, Methylparaben, Propylparaben May Contain: Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Red No.27 Lake (CI 45410), Red No.7 Lake (CI 15850), Yellow No.5 Lake (CI 19140), Blue No.1 Lake (CI 42090), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)

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Will I repurchase? No, they have too much fallout and I think you can get better eyeshadows from the drugstore with better pigmentation( I had to build up the color for the swatches). Some of the shades are TaylorPie approved. I stated which ones are under the photos of the eyeshadows. I had to build the color for the rest of the shades.

TaylorPie's rating: 3 out of 5 stars 

Are these palettes TaylorPie approved? No, but I think they are good eyeshadows for beginners. 

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie.