March 2014 Favorites

You think I would forget the monthly Favorites post! Not a chance! Two days late is still better than never right? :D

Laura Mercier Artist Eyeshadow Palette

African Violet has to be one of the prettiest shimmery eyeshadows I’ve ever seen. It’s such a unique color and the way it reflects light? Stunning. The palette has a good mix of matte, satin, and luster finishes and the colors were hand-selected by Laura Mercier to include shades appropriate for both daytime and nighttime wear. I’m not too crazy about the price but I’ve gotta admit — this is one versatile palette! Click here to read my full review.

theBalm Cindy-Lou Manizer Highlighter, Shadow & Shimmer

A peachy pink highlighter that turns a beautiful shade of rose gold on my complexion! It applies with such a gorgeous soft pink sheen that I can’t help but wearing it religiously this month. The subtle pink, together with the soft shimmery effect imparts a healthy, natural-looking glow that lasts for hours. I have a comparison swatch with Mary-Lou Manizer and Betty-Lou Manizer on this page. :)

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush in Mood Exposure

Mood Exposure is what you would describe as an “everyday nude” color. It looks rather “plain” in the pan but once applied onto the skin, it becomes a mixed shade of bronze and dusty rose — very pretty. It doubles as a blush and a soft contouring powder on my skin. I also like that Mood Exposure is a “neutral” color that compliments any makeup look I wear. I have already acquired two more shades (Dim Infusion and Diffused Heat) since my last review and I can’t wait to share my thoughts with you! :)

Urban Decay Naked Skin Ultra Definition Loose Finishing Powder

Lightweight. Great coverage. Excellent match. Extremely natural. Gorgeous packaging. Affordable. Seriously, there is nothing not to love about this loose powder! I’ve been wearing it non-stop with my new favorite foundation — Make Up For Ever Face & Body and let me tell you, the power duo makes my skin look so smooth and radiant! In fact, I have never seen my skin look this good in ages! Even my boyfriend noticed (and this guy hardly ever notices anything so that says a lot!). Click here to read my full review of the magic powder. :)

Tarte Collector’s Edition Super Size Pure Maracuja Oil

I can’t rave enough about this Maracuja oil! I honestly believe it’s the one product that has been keeping my skin in check this Winter. You know how frustrating it is to apply makeup on dry, troubled skin. With a few drops of this oil on the face every night before bed, my skin has become in such good condition that I’m not afraid to apply (play) with makeup again. It keeps my skin moisturized, supple, and most importantly, acne-free. I love it so much that I had to buy the Collector’s Edition Super Size version! :) Click here to read my review.

Chitchat

Are you still shopping the Sephora 15% off sale (VIB Rouge)? If you are a VIB/BI, are you looking forward to the sale starting tomorrow (or Friday for BI’s)? I may or may not have already bought a little more than I originally allowed myself to, but it’s so hard to control yourself when there are literally thousands of new things that you want to try! :)

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