Review & Swatches:Tarte Tartiest Clay Paint Liner

Hey, guys! I have been wanting to put up this review for a while but I decided to wait a couple months to see if this particular liner would dry out. Good news it didn't so we are off on a good start (let's hope it stays that way!). I ordered my Tarteist Clay Paint Liner on Sephora's website for $24. The amount of product icluded is .21 OZ. Tarte was also generous and included a decent angled liner brush for application. Now let's take a look at the product details Tarte Cosmetics shared! 

Product details 

What it is:
An innovative, waterproof cream eyeliner with a unique blending tip that is inspired by an artist’s palette. 

What it does:
Think outside the lines when you define eyes like a pro with tarte’s clay paint liner. Inspired by the ease of an artist’s palette, this one-of-a-kind, squeezable cream liner offers a seamless, no-budge application—simply squeeze, line, and define. The unique formula features fewer waxes, cushioned pigments, and a special development process that allows for the creamiest texture and smoothest application. The tube was created with an innovative artistic delivery system, a tapered tip, and a flat blending stage so you can simply pick up the ideal amount of product and blend for foolproof perfection. The sketcher-angled bamboo liner brush easily glides the plush, triple-black, formula along the contours of the eyelid. Featuring the same waterproof, 12-hour wear as tarte’s signature clay pot liners, this next-generation liner has cushion slide technology that lets you custom create your own signature lines without ever pulling or transferring. 

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens 
- Phthalates 

What else you need to know:
This product is ophthalmologist and dermatologist tested.

Consistency/ Application 

The consistency is hybrid of a gel and liquid liner. It has a slip to it but not in the way where it's easy to start a paint party on your eye lid. It's just enough to glide across the wrinkles on the lid without tugging from one reminder of our aging to the next( I'm talking about wrinkles, haha). The liner itself is not runny but it's not thick either. When I squeeze it through the tube It comes out it in a circular formation that spreads out easily into the bowl like tip (blending stage).

Longevity

This part is tricky. I think this liner can last a long time if you're not an eye rubber but if I rub my eyes hard enough it does have the tendency to smudge a little. However, if  your eye area is a "no passing" zone then you should be fine. On days when I don't rub my eyes it will last for up to 12 hours, which is when I remove my makeup. So maybe it could last longer but honestly most people don't wear their makeup longer than that. Be sure to have a makeup remover handy, this liner is water proof to an extent. It will stay on if water is splashed on the face, so don't worry when you're sweating up a storm while tanning at your local pool this summer. Now, if water is applied and the liner is rubbed it will smudge some but to remove it completely you'll need a makeup remover. 

Best used for...

Winged liner. It's really easy to get the crisp tip that we all desire since its uber creamy and thin. It is smudgeable but I don't see most people purchasing this liner for that purpose. But if you are one of those people, I think you'll be pleased by its capability to smudge. 

Opacity and Finish

Honestly, I wish it was a tad bit darker. It's dark black but it's not pitch black. Although, I can get the desired darkness I want when I layer the product. The finish is most certainly matte. Once it's dry there's no smudging unless it's rubbed vigorously. Depending on the thickness of the coat, it usually dries in a minute or less. If your eyes are hooded or deep set be sure to give it time to fully dry or the liner will transfer to your brow bone. After that you should be fine for the remainder of the day. 

Packaging 

I really like the idea of a liner in a squeeze tube. I think it will last a lot longer before it dries out. The cap also features a small plug that goes into the tube when it's sealed shut. I can't imagine any air getting in there easiy if it's left shut. What I do is squeeze the tube just enough to allow any air trapped out and I'll screw the lid on. When I do that I know no air will leak into the tube and no air is left in to dry out the product. Who knows maybe this liner will last me for a year! That would be the first. 

Overall

I think it's a nice liner. I might repurchase it if it doesn't dry out for a very long time. However, I don't see it as a necessary or must have product. Drugstore eyeliners are just as good and cost a portion of the price. But if you're interested anyways just know it is a good eyeliner that's easy to use. The best thing about it is the consistency. I sometimes have a hard time applying eyeliner to my eyes because of wrinkles but this liner just glides across them so effortlessly. If your eyes are the same maybe it would be better than a drugstore liner. I honestly just think it depends on the buyers needs. 

Pro's

Easy to apply

Dark Black

Pigmented

Long lasting

Smooth/creamy 

Waterproof

Easy to remove

Matte

Smudgeable 

Doesn't dry out as fast

Nice packaging

Cons

Price

Can wear off when rubbed

Photos & Swatches 

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Have you tried the Tarte Tarteist Clay Paint Liner?

Do you want to try it?

Let me know in the comments below! 

Is collecting makeup good or bad & why don't people understand-rant

Why do people think collecting makeup is a bad thing? Today I was talking to my boyfriend about making another online order because I want a new Summer Lorac palette, he said it's pointless. I guess he thinks I have enough makeup and it's not something I should collect. I just don't understand how poeple can't get it in their head how makeup is a great collective choice. For me it makes me feel happy, girly, young and sophisticated. I love sitting in my makeup room and browsing through my makeup. I feel like the hour I get ready in the morning is my happy time and my makeup makes me feel like a grown and beautiful woman.

But I guess it's not the same as shoes, purses, jewelry or clothes. No, too much makeup is considered childish and odd. I mean who has 15 concealers and 30 blushes. A woman like that must be full of insecurities and problems. The truth is, it's artistic and beautiful. Creating a beautiful canvas and chiseling out your facial structure isn't considered art in the average persons eyes. Cut creases and graphic liner isn't art, it's just odd makeup. Even if we're not "artistic" with our makeup, that doesn't mean we don't deserve the right to collect it just because we only love it. Makeup is thrilling. It's like Christmas when a new haul is waiting on the door step. I don't wear it because I think it makes me pretty, I wear it because the makeup is pretty. Scratch that, it's breath taking!

Men say we do it to impress them or to hide our true selves. I say we wear stunning makeup because that's how we express our ourselves and show who we really are. Our beauty starts from within and we let it blossom through the art of makeup. 

Anyway, today my boyfriend said when I buy makeup it doesn't make him happy. Well you know what, it makes me happy and I'm going to continue doing it. It's my expression, my get away, and it's a part of me that's not going away. You're going to have to burry me with my favorite lipstick when I die. I'm just that committed. 

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March 2015 All Stars & Favorites

Hello, sorry it's been such a long time since I published  a monthly All Star favorites post. I don't know why but I just wasn't feeling it each month. I couldn't get excited when writing this and that just results in mindless writing. After I thought about, a lot, I decided to switch it up and add a few things to spice up my monthly All Star post. Now I include a All Star  makeup product( like before), most exciting new beauty release, all star beauty brand, all star post of the month, favorite Instagram account,mfavorite beauty Youtuber, and favorite blog. I thought it would be nice to include other beauty blogs/vlogs for more support in the beauty world. I have always been a firm believer in supporting other people and I thought this was just the way to do so.  Now let's get started! 

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All Star Makeup Product 

My All Star product of the month is Physicians Formula Shimmer Strip in Natural Nude. The price is around $12 at the drugstore. It can be used for multiple things, highlighting (my favorite), bronzing, blush, and eyeshadow. I haven't used it for bronzing since its shimmery but I'm sure it would look beautiful if worn correctly. As a highlighter, it's simply beyond gorgeous. It's smooth and pigmented. It's catches the light exactly how I want it to. The consistency is so finely milled and doesn't make my skin look horrid around my textured areas. 

Now on to the eyes, it's a life saver for days I want to have a natural look( or you can go all out, too). There's plenty of highlight shades for the brow bone, crease shades, dark colors for extra depth. Unfortunately, this kit doesn't include any matte shades but I still love it. I know everyone loves matte shades but sometimes we just want to shimmer like a disco ball... Atleast on the eyes and check bones that is. 

Most Exciting Beauty Release

The most exciting beauty release for me would have to be the new Too Faced palettes called Sugar Pop and Natural Matte. Sugar Pop has extremely pretty spring shades and the matte palette includes all matte shades (duh!), so of course I was excited about that. They both sell for $36 each. Which one are you going to buy?

All Star Beauty Brand 

My most loved brand would probably be Physicians Formula. I absolutely love their affordable products. They can be pricey for drugstore, but their ingredients are high quality. Plus, all of their products are actually good for our skin. Not to mention most of the stuff they sell is great makeup, especially their bronzers! But what really made me adore the company is the generosity and love they show to their loyal customers. I have noticed they have great customer service and they host a lot of giveaways. I know it can be hard to win giveaways but when they do it they include 500 or 1000 winners every time. How generous! 

All Star Post Of The Month 

My most loved post of the month was the Too Faced Cocoa Contour Review. In the review I talked about my thoughts on the palette and shared some swatches of each shade. I hate to spoil the review but I gotta say I love it! Every time I whip it out I want to go to my kitchen and stir up some hot cocoa! A few extra calories won't hurt when I can chisel out my cheek bones to look slimmer! 

Favorite Instagram Account 

The reason why I chose Instagram over other social media networks is because its based on pictures and that's where I get the most inspiration. I also feel like you can see more of someone's personality through pictures on Instgram rather than words on Twitter. That being said, my favorite Instagram account this month is Ssssamanthaa. She's a gorgeous makeup artist from Canada with a great personality. She also has a YouTube channel along with a couple of other girls but they don't post that often so their not my favorite YouTube channel. Anyway, her pictures are on point and flow in the inspiration like a tsunami wave. Click here to check out her Instagram page! 

Favorite Beauty Youtuber 

I figured since this is the first time I'm posting the new version of "Monthly All Stars" I'll talk about my all time favorite beauty youtuber. Now I'm not choosing her because she has a huge following or anything like that. I'm choosing her because she's funny, sweet, beautiful, talented and she cares about her fans. Her name is Jaclyn Hill and I'm sure you've heard of her by now. She's the girl that started the "Yaaasss" and "amazeballs" trend.  Her videos are really helpful if you need some makeup ideas for any time of the year. Her incredible talent has given her the opportunity to work with brands such as Gerard Cosmetics, Sigma, and Morphe. If you don't know who she is, you're missing out. Click here to view her YouTube account. 

Favorite Blog 

Everyone knows of Temptalia. It's one of the biggest beauty sites ran by a girl named Christine. She reviews almost every product out there. She doesn't really do tutorials or beauty topics but the reviews are great. So if I'm every interested in a foundation or anything like that I'll check her review first. Their always detailed and on point. Sometimes I just don't want to spend $30+ on a foundation that won't work on my dry skin, so that where I go! Click here to check out her blog! 

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What was your All Star product of the month?

Have any favorite blogs/vlogs?

Let me know in the comments below!