Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Product Review: DKNY Be Delicious Perfume



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Would you buy this product again? Yes

"A modern feast for the senses. Served in a sleek metal and glass apple bottle, this juicy fragrance combines the scent of apple with a sophisticated blend of exotic flowers and sensual woods. Like the city that inspired it, Be Delicious celebrates individuality with refreshing spirit." I have had this perfume for a long time, I need to start wearing it again. I use it for those casual days, to dinner with friends, movie date, etc. It is a little loud, so one spray works for me. Packaging is cute; looks like a green apple. Lol! Notes: American Apple, Cucumber, Grapefruit, Candid Magnolia, Tuberose, White Muguet, Rose, Violet, Sandalwood, Tender Skin Accord, Blonde Woods, White Amber. Free-spirited. Refreshing. Unique. Sample it at your local Sephora today!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Product Review: Benefit's Maybe Baby Perfume



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Would you buy this product again? Yes

This is one of my newest perfume's that I own and I just cannot get enough of it! It kind of reminds me of Gwen Stefani's L.A.M.B. Perfume, it is almost identical to this. It is described to be "a warm and inviting fragrance that captures a playful tumble of white blossoms." "Like a wink from across the room, or a lingering gaze or shy smile ... it's a tempting tease." In other words, it has a pretty scent to it, not too overpowering, you can wear it on any occasion. Notes: Apricot, White Ginger, Fresh Water Blossoms, Himalayan Poppy, Warm Peach. Flirty. Sexy. Inviting. Sample it at your local Sephora today!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Monday, August 24, 2009

Tag: Products I'm using right now - August 2009

This seems to be a popular tag going around right now and I wanted to participate! All the products I'm currently using and enjoying.

Shampoo: Aveda Shampure Shampoo
Conditioner: Aveda Shampure Conditioner
Shower Gel: Jan Marini Bioglycolic Resurfacing Body Scrub
Body moisturizer: Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Deodorant: Secret Cucumber Aloe
Styling products: John Frieda Heat Defeat, Aveda Smoothing Fluid Lotion, Bumble & Bumble Does it All Spray
Facial Cleanser: Jan Marini Bioglycolic Facial Cleanser
Facial Exfoliator: MAC Microfine Refinisher
Facial Moisturizer AM: Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer with SPF15
Facial Moisturizer PM: Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream
Primer: Urban Decay Complexion Primer Potion - Brightening
Foundation brush: MAC #182 Buffer Brush
Concealer: MAC Studio Finish SPF35 in NC35
Powder: MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus in NC35
Blusher: MAC Blush in Eversun (LE)
Bronzer: MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in So Ceylon (LE)
Highlighter: MAC Pigment in Vanilla
Eyeshadow Base: Urban Decay Primer Potion & MAC Paint Pot in Painterly
Eyeshadows: MAC or Urban Decay
Eyeliner: MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack
Curler: Shu Uemura
Mascara: LashBlast Hydrofuge (Orange packaging)
Lipstick: MAC Lipstick in Brave New Bronze
Lipgloss: MAC Lipglass in Liberated
Nail Colour: Sephora by OPI in I need Space

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Friday, August 21, 2009

Product Review: Urban Decay Lip Primer Potion SPF 15



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 3
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Would you buy this product again? Yes

This is my first time using a lip primer. I use to just fill in my lips with a lip liner (usually clear) and that would help my lipstick last longer, but it did dry up my lips quite a bit. I decided to give this a try and I am glad that I did. This primer keeps lip color from fading or feathering and it even has SPF 15! It is a roll-up tube with a slanted bullet, just like your typical lipstick! It goes on colorless and lays a silky foundation for your favorite lipstick or even your favorite gloss! It made my lip color truer, but it did not apply as smooth as it claims, it was sort of hard to apply, but still easier than applying lip liner all over your lips. I might repurchase once I run out, we will see.

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Product Review: Urban Decay Eyelash Primer Potion



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 1
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Would you buy this product again? No

This product is a mascara base that is suppose to lengthen, volumize, and fortify your lashes. I love Urban Decay's Primer Potion, so I thought this would be just as great. I was wrong. To be honest, it really did not make any difference whatsoever in the appearance of my lashes. I applied an even coat, let it dry for a bit, then applied my normal mascara. It looked exactly the same as when I wear just my normal mascara without even using this primer. I will not be repurchasing this.

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Product Review: Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 0
Would you buy this product again? Yes

This is a "must" have in every one's kit, especially for those with oily lids! It is sheer, it is totally nude, it glides on and then disappears as you spread it around your eyelids. It is an eye prep for smoother, more vibrant shadow and all-day wear, with absolutely no creasing. The only down side is it's genie-like bottle; it sucks! I understand it is part of their marketing tool, but because of it's shape, a lot of product gets lost in there. But it will have to do for now because there is nothing out there even close to this product. Some may compare this to Too Faced Shadow Insurance... But if you have oily lids like me, Too Faced Shadow Insurance will only make it oilier. If you have dry lids, Too Faced Shadow Insurance may work better for you, and it has better packaging being that it is in a squeeze tube. I have said it before, and I will say it again... Eye shadow primer is a must have for smoother, vibrant, and long wearing eye makeup, get yours today!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Product Review: John Frieda Heat Defeat



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 2
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Would you buy this product again? Yes

This product does not have very good reviews, it has horrible reviews, but I did not read the reviews before I purchased it. I usually buy Tresemme's Instant Heat Tamer Spray, but my local Wal-Mart was out of it, so I purchased this one instead. A lot of the reviews say that the nozzle shoot's out like a water gun, that it is sticky, and that it takes a long time to dry. To be honest, I have not experienced any of these! My nozzle does not shoot out like a water gun, it is not sticky at all and I spray it on my hair right after I get out of the shower or before I blow dry so I do not have problems with it not drying fast enough. My hair dries normal and I do not get a frizz ball like some do using this product, but then again, my hair is naturally straight. Would I re-purchase? If my usual Tresemme Instant Heat Tamer Spray is unavailable, I have no problem with repurchasing this, it smells good!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Monday, August 17, 2009

Product Review: Sephora by OPI Nail Colour in I Need Space

Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Would you buy this product again? Yes

This is one of my favorite color's from Sephora by OPI's line. I love this color because it goes with anything and everything! It is a pale caramel. You only need 1 to 2 coats of this.

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Friday, August 14, 2009

Product Review: Urban Decay Complexion Primer Potion - Pore Perfecting



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 2
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Would you buy this product again? No

I am not feeling this primer at all! I purchased it because of all the good reviews I read about it and because I love their eye shadow primer potion, but what a big disappointment. It claims to "minimize the look of pores and fine lines to deliver a soft-matte, airbrushed complexions-without the heavy, greasy feel associated with face primers." It did not minimize the look of my pores or fine lines, it did not give me an airbrushed look, instead it gave me a streaky mess when I used it with my liquid foundation. However, it did not feel heavy or greasy. They got one thing right, BUT it does leave a white cast on your face, no bueno.

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Product Review: Sephora by OPI Nail Colour in Metro Chic



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Would you buy this product again? Yes

This is one of my favorite color's from Sephora by OPI's line. It is a dark smoke with a hint of purple. You only need 1 to 2 coats of this. Great for fall!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Product Review: Sephora by OPI Nail Colour Drying Drops



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Would you buy this product again? Yes

This stuff is amazing! I would always get my nails done at the nail spa because it was convenient and I did not have to worry about them getting messed up due to it not being completely dry. But with the economy being how it is now, I decided to do my nails myself and save the extra $15-$20 every other week. I would always do my nails in the evening and when I thought it was dry, it really was not, I would wake up to messed up nails. Now that I have Sephora by OPI Drying Drops, it does not do that any more! Yay! After applying your nail polish and top coat, you wait 60 seconds and apply 1-2 drops of Sephora by OPI Drying Drops and it completely dries in less than 5 minutes! Perfect for those who needs to polish and go! As an added bonus, nourishing ingredients, vitamin E and jojoba oil keep nails in top condition. I cannot live without this stuff!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Product Review: StudioTools Eye Contour Brush


L-R: 224, 226, Studio Tools, Sonia Kashuk, Essense of Beauty Duo

Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 1
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Would you buy this product again? Yes

Everybody should have this brush in their collection! You can find it at Target for only $1.99 (you can't go wrong with this brush)! This brush, in my opinion, is comparable to the 224 & 226; it fits right in between these two. It's not as fluffy as the 224 and it's not as pointed as the 226. It also reminds me of the Sonia Kashuk Large Crease Brush, but it's not as dense. It's perfect for adding color in the crease or for blending. Go to your nearest Target and check it out!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Monday, August 10, 2009

Urban Decay's F&F Sale 8/10/09-8/20/09!

30% off! Use code: FNFF1.
FREE SHIPPING on order's over $50.
www.urbandecay.com

Possilbe Haul:

Surreal Skin Cream To Powder Foundation in Dream $34.00/$23.80
Eyeshadow Primer Potion $17.00/$11.90
Eyelash Primer Potion $20.00/$14.00
Lip Primer Potion $20.00/$14.00
24/7 Glide-On Lip Pencil in Ozone $16.00/$11.20

Total: $73.00
Total w/discount: $51.10

What's on your list?

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Friday, August 7, 2009

Product Review: MAC Eye Shadow in Smoke & Diamonds



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 3
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Would you buy this product again? Yes

I love Starflash Finishes from MAC! They are so smooth and easily blendable. One of my favorites right now is Smoke & Diamonds. It is described by MAC as a Frosty Dirty Taupe. I wear it on the lid with Soft Brown on the Crease or I wear it on the lid with Club on the Crease and Knight Divine on the outer-v. If you are into taupe's or grayish shades, this one is a must have in your collection!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Thursday, August 6, 2009

Product Review: Too Faced Primed & Poreless Skin Smoothing Face Primer



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 4
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 5
Would you buy this product again? Yes

If you have tried Monistat as a face primer, this is sort of the same, but better because of the added ingredients. The consistency is the same except for the color. Monistat comes out clear, where as this comes out nude toned, but becomes invisible once applied, it works great on any skintone! You can wear this alone or under makeup! I like the fact that it has Vitamins A & C, Mulberry extract and a dose of Retinol which does help banish pores and "might" even help with my adult acne (remember to use sunscreen with this product)! It takes a few minutes after applied to see your pores actually disappear, but boy does it make a difference! After applying this, my makeup slides seamlessly on my skin and it just blends right in and stays in place for hours! So far, so good!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Product Review: Urban Decay Surreal Skin Cream to Powder Foundation



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 4
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Would you buy this product again? Yes

I got color matched with the shade called, "Dream" at Ulta the other day (for reference, I am an NC35 in MAC's Studio Fix Powder Plus). So far, so good! The only thing about this that I do not like is the brush that it comes with, it is so useless to me! Instead, I use the MAC #190 to apply this foundation. It's statement is true! It does feel ultra-lightweight, non-greasy or powdery upon contact with skin. It glides on and stays on! And I am not even using primer today! I wanted to test how long it stays on my face without primer. It has been over 4 hrs. and it still appears fresh and I have not needed to blot my face (I have combination skin, mostly oily in my t-zone)! The packaging is really cute... It is a transparent purple color, but it is a bit heavy. Hopefully it does not break me out because I am really lovin' it!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Product Review: MAC #194 Concealer Brush



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 3
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 4
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Would you buy this product again? No

This is another brush from MAC that is not a must have in my opinion, for it's price. There are plenty of concealer brushes out there that are wayyy cheaper! You just need a stiff synthetic one and you will be good to go. The #194 is too tiny in my opinion. I mean, it would work great for sudden breakouts, like tiny pimples, but I like one that works great for large area's; #194 may even be a little too small for under eye concealer. This would work great as a lip brush!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes

Monday, August 3, 2009

Product Review: MAC #190 Foundation Brush



Overall Rating ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Price ( 1 = dirt cheap, 5 = expensive ) 4
Packaging Quality ( 1 = worst, 5 = best ) 4
Would you buy this product again? No

I do not see anything special about this brush. It is just your basic foundation brush. You can pick one up just about anywhere for cheaper and it will get the job done (just make sure it is a stiff one and synthetic). I just so happen to collect MAC Brushes and I did not have a basic foundation brush in my collection so I went ahead and picked this one up to use strictly for cream foundation and for applying moisturizers or sun screens. Works great!

Questions? Feel free to leave a comment!

♥ mznes