Thursday, June 5, 2014

May 2014 All Star Winner

Hello! 
This month I am going to try something different. Usually, I let everyone guess the monthly All Star Winner but I don't particularly like that idea. So instead I'm just going to let you find out my favorite each month right after clicking on the post. If you like it this way please let me know. I know sometimes I just like to get to the point when I'm reading other blogs but sometimes mystery is fun too.

 Also, I'm sorry this post is late. I haven't been home that much and I finally decided to go ahead and post it anyways. So I'm sorry if the pictures are a little dark. I don't have my usual set up for photography.

I hope you enjoy this months All Star Winner and decide to pick it up for yourself!

May All Star Winner

Make a statement without saying a word!  True Instant Color. One stroke, full coverage application. This next generation lipstick gives the ultimate in color, texture and finish.  The lightweight creamy formula contains Vitamins A, C, & E to moisturize and nourish lips.       




Everytime I decide to wear a nude lipstick I pull this baby out. There's no doubt in my mind that this is my favorite nude shade out of my whole collection. Everything about Milani's Color Statement lipsticks are on point. The packaging, texture, benefits, price, color range, lasting power, finish and pigmentation are simply perfect. 

About the lipstick collection 
You can purchase it on Milani's website for only $5.49. There are are 36 shades ranging from: orange & reds, pinks & corals, plums & berries and naturals & browns. The whole lipstick collection has several different finishes like: vinyl, metallic, cream, shimmer, pearl and matte.


This months favorite is in the color Nude Creme. This shade is a pinky nude and it looks amazing with my skintone. It's not too brown or zombie looking, just the perfect pinky nude. Every girl should have this color in her collection. 

Texture/ finish/ pigmentation 
The texture is very creamy, rich and moisturizing. I can wear this lipstick with my chapped lips and they still look stunning. It is definitely lightweight and comfortable to wear during anytime of the year. The finish of this shade is creamy and flawless. It doesn't leave behind a streaky look, feather outside of the lip line or fade too fast. And of course the pigmentation is beyond spectacular. Just one swipe across your lips and you're out the door. 

Lasting power
The lasting power is really good for a drugstore lipstick. I can get about 4 hours of wear out of this shade on a regular day. Like I said before in the paragraph above, this lipstick doesn't bleed outside of the lip line and it looks the same for a good while. Plus, it fades evenly and I don't have to worry about a blotchy mess.

Packaging
I love how high quality these lipsticks look and feel. The gold packinging is sturdy and securely snaps shut. I'm sure any girl would love to have this flashy lipstick tube sitting on her vanity. On another positive note, the color on the bottom of the tube is true to the actual shade of the lipstick. This makes it so much easier to pick out any lip shade you're looking for. 

Does the lipstick have a scent?
Yes, all of the Color Statment lipsticks I have,including Nude Creme,  have a strong watermelon smell. Don't get me wrong, I think it smells heavenly but people who are sensitive to scents may not like them. However, if you love scented lipsticks, especially watermelon, then you will love Nude creme. 




Overall
I believe anyone who is looking for the perfect nude will be happy with Nude Creme. There's a reason why it won my Monthly All Star Winner spot. The formula is just amazing and that's what everyone wants. I can't even think of any cons about this lipstick and I'm sure a lot of people feel the same way. It's creamy, moisturizing, highly pigmented, lasts a long time, ect. Plus, $5.49 is so affordable for such a luxery item. Just writing this post makes me want to go out and purchase more of the shades(I already have a few). 

Q&A 
Where can I purchase it?
 milanicosmetics.com, some Walmarts and other drugstores

Which brand makes this lipstick?
Milani Cosmetics

How much product comes in each tube?
Net Weights: 0.14 ounces / 3.97 grams

Where are they made?
USA 

What color is this shade?
Nude Creme 
 
How many shades are there?
36

Is this a pernament collection?
Yes
 
How much is it?
$5.49

How long does it last on the lips?
Around 4 hours

What are the ingredients?
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax (Candelilla Cera), Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Microcrystalline Wax (Microcristallina Cera), Beeswax (Cera Alba), Zokerite, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax (Cera Carnauba), Fragrance (Parfum), Vanillin,  Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Retinyl Palmitate. +/-May Contain: Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Red 6 (CI 15850), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Red 22 Lake (CI 45380), Red 27 Lake (CI 45410), Red 36 (CI 12085), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Carmine (CI 75470).

Are you going to purchase Nude Cream? Or any other shade?

Do you already own this shade? What are your thoughts?

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie.

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

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. 

















Are you going to purchase it? 

To purchase click here.

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie. 


Tuesday, June 3, 2014

The new Lorac Cosmetic PROpalette2

Let's put a smile on your face
* warning: it might last until June 15th

I have had one if the worst days ever but things quickly turned around when I saw Lorac's Instagram post. Drum roll.... The new Lorac PRO palette2 is coming out on June 15th on ulta.com.

I literally can't live without the original PRO palette and I'm sure I will feel the same way about the second one. I know it's going to sell out like crazy but there's no way I'm missing this release. I don't care what I have to do. I HAVE to get my greedy, makeup snatching hands on this godly palette. 

It's sickening how much affection I already have for it and I just learned of its existence thirty minutes ago. Seriously ,Taylor? I have to ask myself why I have to be addicted to makeup. Every single makeup item is a must have for me. Are there any beauty rehab centers? I think I need to admit myself into makeup rehab. 
BUT.. let's get real! My money can go towards better things. Including makeup (duh). 

Anyways, make sure no one is around, because your jaw is about to drop and it's not going to be cute.
Ok, time to close your mouth. 

I can't wait to mess around with these colors! The color selection is beautiful. Of course, you have one row that has shimmers and he other holds mattes. I'm sure all of the eyeshadows will be silky soft, packed with pigmentation, be absent of fallout, blend beautifully, stay all day and the palette itself will be well rounded. The first palette is simply perfect and I expect nothing but the same from the second. Although, I do have to admit that I'm not crazy about the palette color but who cares as long as if the shadows are pretty. 

I love how the second palette has a blue and purple for a popping effect. The looks are going to be endless. Plus, I can't help but drool over the Rose, Mocha and Coco shades. I have a feeling these colors are going to be maleficent on everyone's eyes. If you know me at all, I'm sure this will be a monthly all star winner just like the original palette. 

If there was a palette to end my beauty addiction, this would be it. 


Are you going to buy it? 
Let me know in the comments below what you think about it! 

Haven't seen the first PRO palette? Click here.

Thanks for reading, TaylorPie.