There has been so much hype in the world of makeup about products containing mineral ingredients. Mineral products are supposed to be so much better for your skin than products containing more harsh chemicals. Even drugstore brands have incorporated mineral products into their lines. That’s how I got my …

I find myself perusing the drugstore makeup and beauty aisles more than I’d like to, but I’m finding so many goodies! I love sales and deals and steals, and I’ve always known that Sonia Kashuk is an inexpensive, good quality brand, so when I saw the holiday Starry Eyes …

When the promo pictures came out for MAC’s Colour Craft collection, I was only slightly intrigued. But then I drove over to Sephora to check them out, and I was thinking, this is just another collection, but it’s not! Okay for the most part, it is, but the one …

In all my travels in the makeup aisle, I have never come across mascara that included rice of all things. Will the starch make my lashes blow up like it does in my hips? I hope so! I tried it for a week or so, and I was totally …

I once thought that Iman Cosmetics only catered to darker-skinned women, but guess what? Anyone can wear them! I’ve really fallen in love with drugstore makeup these days, mostly because of their quality and performance, and these babies did not disappoint! I have a closet love affair with all …

I’ve never been a huge fan of dark colors for nail polish, I’ll tell you that much. They always seem so gaudy and awkward on my fingertips. But there was something in this polish that called out to me. It had this glowy, lit-from-within look. Plus it was on …

I have used many different hand creams through the years. I have finally found the one for me. With Avon’s Mositure Therapy hand cream, I will not be buying any others. This is the best hand cream ever, not to mention the low price. I have paid much more …

I’ve been using this for a year and after sampling tons of products this is by far the best one. This product rapidly increases the moisture level of the skin. In fact, it is so moisturizing that it is actually able to plump up fine lines and wrinkles and …

I have been working in the cosmetic industry for more than five years now, so I know a good moisturizer when I find one. I am so happy that I discovered Sephora’s FACE brand anti-aging moisturizer.
This is an amazing moisturizer based primarily on the way it makes my skin …

Most women are very into taking care of their skin lately. However, after working in the cosmetic industry for nearly five years now I’ve noticed that many women skip the step of using a mask. A mask is a product that should be integrated into any successful skin care …

I have been working in the cosmetic industry for nearly five years now, so I am always trying the latest skin care products. I decided to try Sephora Brand’s FACE line moisturizer due to the fact that at $18 it is much less expensive than many of the other …

I tried this type of foundation makeup after I tried Shiseido Concealer stick. I tried the stick foundation because of its convenience and its prompt availability when you are traveling or in a hurry of apply it. There are those instances when we need makeup which are less consuming …

Oh my good gracious. Why didn’t anyone tell me about this set? I got these a couple of months ago, when it was still summer, and I tried them out. They ended up slipping and tripping all over the place and it was terrible, so I had to put …

I have suffered from acne for nearly five years now and have been unable to find a product that will control my unsightly blemishes. Upon my latest trip to Sephora I noticed Murad’s SKin Perfecting Lotion. Although it is not directly for the treatment of acne, the title does …

I love to find a great bargain, and I was hoping that Skala Shea Butter Conditioner would be it. I have chemically free or natural black hair. As part of my hair routine, I like to condition my hair nightly, which can get expensive. After paying …

I have used the Botanical Kinetics Purifying Gel Cleanser by Aveda since my early high school years, and I continue to use it to this day, now that I am an out-of-college working professional. My skin is generally oily in the summer and dry during the winter seasons. …

I am currently using my second set of this moisturiser. My experience of it so far has been excellent. I use the product in conjunction with the shaving foam and facewash from the same set and it has proved itself to be very effective.
I have had patchy and occasionally …

I discovered Trevor Sorbie Professional Restoration Complex during a shopping trip at a local Big Lots store. I was looking for a hair product that would condition my chemically processed hair, and the recession friendly price of $1 was screaming “try me.”
According to the print on the 5 …

I got this make up early this year from Selfridges store in London for the price of £18. In my own personal opinion I would always go for a powdered make-up rather than the liquid ones because I don’t like the feel of the oily texture of my …

X3 shaving razor caught my eyes when I was walking through CVS store looking for a shaving razor. Six razor set cost only seven bucks. The note worthy thing about X3 razor is that it was a triple blade razor. At a standard store like CVS this was very …

Due to the fact that I’m sick of all of the deoderants on the current market, I decided to purchase Secret’s new Invisible Solid pH Balanced deoderant in the scent “shower fresh”. I was immediately drawn to the blue package since that is my favorite color and as ridiculous …

Due to the fact that I have been working at Sephora for nearly two years now, I simply had to try their new “FACE” Line. This is a line which consists of a myriad of skin care products which are priced significantly lower than the rest of the skin …

I admit that I am a cosmetic junkie, but I have recently discovered a product that works so amazingly well that I simply have to share it with the world. I recently purchased Nars’ Highlighting/Bronzing Blush Duo an could not be more amazed with the results. This product actually …

Due to the cold, dry weather we’ve been experiencing in the tri-state region lately, my lips have become extremely chapped. As a result, I purchased Lip Smacker chapstick in the Cotton Candy flavor and I could not possibly be more pleased with the results of this product. I have …

Clinique’s high quality line of products include all types of cosmetics; of which, I have tried quite a few. I trust the brand and its value, heedless of expense. Each bar of Clinique Facial Soap is available in 3 formulas for those of different skin types including: …

Almost every celebrity with long, flowing hair these days is turning to hair extensions to give them that extra length and volume. Now that hair extensions have become more affordable and more available in beauty supply stores, a lot of girls have started using them to get the same …

I have tried a lot of Ambi skincare products because so many people have recommended them to me. Some of them have been disappointing, but I actually really love the Ambi Daily Moisturizer.
Although I don’t really like the way the product feels, I like what it does for my …

A lot of women have stretch marks and they tend to be very self-conscious about this fact. Due to an extremely fast growth spurt during puberty, I too have stretch marks. I have tried every natural remedy that has been suggested online to remove them and nothing has worked. …

I have very dry hair due to the fact that I am constantly blow drying, straightening, curling, or using heat in some way to style it. This can be very damaging and as a result, I look for products that can seal in moisture to protect my hair breakage …

Personally, I’ve always been entranced by one particular store that features countless gleaming rows of cosmetics in my local mall. I’m a woman, it’s partially natural instinct I suppose. So one day, I decided against all better judgment (and my shrinking wallet) - to enter SEPHORA. You have to …

I originally received MAC Crystal eyeshadow in a palette that I purchased several years ago. However, I must confess that I never paid much attention to it in the pan, where it looks like it would be a not very unusual lavender eyeshadow. Recently, however, I have …

I’ve been looking for a good shampoo and hair balm for ages. I have tried everything, Fructis which I hated, Nivea that I like a lot and which is one of my favourite shampoos, Panten Pro-V, which I hated and many others. Then about a month ago I saw …

When I was first introduced to Cargo cosmetics and makeup a few years ago, on my first trip to Sephora, I was a bit put off by their packaging. The pink and red flowers and hearts on the white tubes, bottles and compacts reminded me of fake, plastic makeup …

I have tried for years to find mascara that doesn’t clump or look fake, is easy to apply, doesn’t flake and dry out, and is reasonably-priced. I am very fortunate to have very dark eyelashes, so I find most black or brown mascara to look very unnatural on my …

I received an early Christmas present that I thought was one of the most exquisite makeup items I have ever seen. My friend gave it to me at a house party, and we opened our respective gifts then, as we were both leaving town before Christmas. My gift to …

I have relatively short and straight eyelashes. The reason I mention this is that it is very difficult for me to find a mascara that does *anything* to enhance my eyelashes. At best, they just blacken them (which is not always good, as it may make the eyes appear smaller), …

Foundation is something I have found to be a necessary evil; I’ve never liked caking too much makeup on my face. My skin complexion is definitely above average, but a good foundation can give me a better glow. Clinique Superbalanced Makeup is my ultimate favorite liquid foundation. …

Based on their revered Too Faced Lash Injection formula, the Too Faced Lash Injection Pinpoint is a step up from its already wonderful original mascara. This new and improved mascara boasts “exclusive 3D polymers” to individually erect, elongate, water proof, and add volume to individual lashes.
When you open …

I was initially very excited about this product because anyone who wants to purchase it can first try a free thirty day trial simply by ordering online. The free trial kit comes with two mineral foundations of different shades, a mineral glow, and an active veil SPF 18. It …

I’ve always loved to twist, curl, and scrunch my long hair into a slightly wavy hairdo that looks both effortless and fun. Usually, I use a strong mousse and braid overnight to wake up with fresh curls. However, when I saw a commercial for the Tousle Me Softly collection …

I’ve struggled for years to find a hair product that won’t weight down my roots but will at least moisturize my hair tips and makes they look silky. While I still haven’t found the perfect product, I’ve found that Moroccan Hair Oil works really well on dry ends, especially …

I have been using St. Ive’s Naturally Clear apricot scrub for about two months now, after a particularly fierce break-out right before a job interview sabotaged my chances of getting hired (or so I believe). It has worked quite well and is well worth the price. As in the …

In my opinion, the best thing about this foundation is that it lasts for a very long time. As promised, it stays on your face without melting or smudging off, no matter how hot it may be outside or how late you’re out at night. Most other foundations start …

Schick has a long history of creating razors which suit themselves very well to the needs of both men and women everywhere. Whether you have thick or thin hair, curly or straight, man or woman, Schick makes a product specifically for you and your needs. Masters of marketing, they …

Diorshow Iconic Mascara is definitely one of the more expensive, high end mascara brands. It promises to “lengthen, curl, and define” and I’ve found that it lives up to its claims. I really like the wand in terms of the spacing of the bristles and the general shape. This …

I always get excited over mascaras with wand designs that seem new and innovative. The wand on the Revlon Double Twist Mascara is one of the new drugstore mascaras with a cool new wand design. Unfortunately, this mascara is not worth purchasing because it makes lashes very clumpy. I …

I have to be honest: I always thought that Balea was a »poor man’s Nivea«, playing on the vague similarity of the name. I heard people – even some saleswomen - praising them , but I thought they simply didn’t have much experience with more »prestigious« skincare products.
Then a …

Lancome Hypnose promises to increase the volume of your lashes up to six times without smearing or clumping. I found that it does exactly that and because it is such an expensive mascara, I am glad that it lived up to all of its claims. I collect a lot …

The first thing you’ll notice about the Cover Girl Lash Blast Mascara is the huge wand. The huge wand is kind of intimidating at first, but is much easier to maneuver than you might at first think. It isn’t the typical wand because it is made out of rubber …

I must admit that what initially attracted me to Rimmel Sexy Curves was the packaging. With its metallic purple, oddly shaped bottle and matching purple wand, it stood out from the hundreds of other mascaras at the cosmetics counter. However, the packaging is not the only wonderful aspect of …