Coastal Scents: Eclipse Palette (Concealers, $14.95)

Blemishes: one of the worst things you can wake up to. 

It's like: 

                                 
So, of course we are all the search for the perfect concealer and a way to magically erase all of our imperfections. Well personally, my favorite has been my Mac studio finish concealer, but at times I wonder if it clogs my pores causing additional breakouts. It also retails for $18 for a small amount of product. I've also grown to love Maybelline Instant Age Rewind concealer/dark spot eraser. But, as my makeup collection grows, I would like to try new things- whether it be top of the line or more affordable. This Coastal Scents Eclipse Concealer Palette ($14.95) contains 15 different shades that conceal all sorts of imperfections and also has colors that can contour/highlight your face as well.

When I opened the package the plastic seemed a little flimsy, but it will definitely do. I love that they included the yellow, green, and purple neutralizers you can use to hide redness and dark circles- I used the yellow shade to hide dark circles under my eyes. I also, tried using the green to neutralize the redness of my pimples, but I didn't put on to much not wanting to build up too much product. It also felt a little sticky and not super smooth. 

 ROW 1:

 ROW 2:

 ROW 3:

There is a large variety in colors, so you are able to blend and experiment to find your perfect color. 

 

This concealer did not cover up all imperfections, but it definitely did the job well enough. 

But, after a several hours the product began to cake up, and became displaced on my face. I was not too pleased. 

Overall: 

                         
Not that impressed. I'm happy to have all the shades and I will definitely use the highlighter, yellow neutralizer for dark circles, and possibly contour with the darker shades. But, I don't see my self using the concealer on a regular basis. I could have seen myself using this product, but the caking is what ruined it for me, not only is it not as long lasting but it is really visible on your face.
                 

When my boyfriend suggested I throw out my old brushes since I had my new Sigma brushes...

 

SIGMA

First Sigma set ever!!!



'Nough saidddddd.... More thoughts soon to come!


 

First Impression: Lorac Pro Palette

First Impressions:

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 When I first heard about the Lorac Pro Palette all anyone said was- 'It could be be better than the Urban Decay Naked Palettes'!! 

WHAT?! Something better than my beloved Naked Palettes? I didn’t think it could be possible, and I had to find out for myself.

 So, after staying up late in bed watching a few of my favorite Youtube bloggers rave about this product, I made the decision it had to be worth the $42! I could barely contain my excitement, so after redeeming my 250 Ulta points and dishing out my birthday cash, I finally had this new product in my hands- ya gotta treat yo’ self, right? 

Here are some of my initial thoughts: 

Packaging:

 

The packaging is ideal… small and sleek! The palette is light weight and could easily fit in most purses/makeup bags. Has an almost cardboard feel, was worried might get dirty easily, but it seems to wipe down easily. This chic set is perfect, no complaints. The palette also contains a small eye primer, good size simple packaging. 

Colors: 

Top Row: White, Cream, Taupe, Lt. Pink, Mauve, Sable, Espresso, Black (ALL MATTE)

Bottom Row: Nude, Champagne, Gold, Lt. Bronze, Pewter, Garnet, Deep Purple, and Slate (ALL SHIMMER)

The colors in this palette are essential to any makeup collection, and give a wide variety to have a wide array of looks. I’m not excited to try out Garnet and the classic gold. I also like that the color names are plain and not to wild- while wild names are fun, they are hard to remember making it more difficult to reference later. 

Shimmer Swatches: 

These colors are very well-pigmented and have a beautiful light shimmer. I LOVEEEEEEE that there is barely any glitter, but still has a strong shimmer. While I love shimmer, I do not like fall-out or huge chunks of glitter on my lids. These seem like they will have now fall-out and with there satiny feel I think they will blend well! 

Matte Swatches:

 

The top row are all simple matted colors. I think these will be wonderful for natural everyday looks, and for blending in different types of looks. I also like that the matted shades are on the top and shimmer on the bottom,it will make choosing shades much easier (P.S. Sorry the swatches are on my hand and not forearm- not thinking clearly). 

OVERALL:

I just had to have this palette, and I'm glad- I think it will become my go-to for eyeshadow, (at least for the time being). I’m extremely excited to try out new looks, and plan to give updates on how much I use these shadows!

Makeup Maniac

Hey all!

My name is Jaimie, and I recently moved, and while I search for a job I have an insane amount of free time on my hands!

 For the past few years whenever I have free time, I spend it reading makeup blogs or watching review/tutorial videos. I'm pretty obsessed, and I figured creating my own blog was inevitable and may help me expand my knowledge of cosmetics. I'm not an expert in the least, but I love it and like to talk about it! So, please comment give advice and makeup tips, I would love to hear it!!!!

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