Lost and Found: MAC Trip 5 Neutral Eye Palette

My new "Lost and Found" blog posts will be about old products which I have recently started to reach for and have found a new place in my makeup routine.  

I have been recently loving my MAC Trip 5 Neutral Eyes palette and I just can't get enough of it.  I am a total neutrals girl and on occasion I reach for colour shadows.  However, recently I have reaching for this particular MAC palette and I thought to share my views on it.

I do not think MAC carries this particular palette anymore however I am sure eBay might have some sellers who you can purchase it from.  MAC also has all these shades that can be bought separately in their stores or online.  This palette retailed for $38 and I bought mine at an airport stall.

The quad comes in a rectangular shape container and comes with five neutral shades, four of which have some shimmer to them. The palette also comes with a 213SE MAC brush for application and a huge built in mirror.  This palette comes with the eye shadows Bisque (Matte), Say Yeah (Veluxe Pearl), Sable (Frost), Mineralism (Lustre) and Bateau (Satin).
This palette is small enough to fit into your pocket and any makeup bag for travelling.

The eyeshadows have a good staying power and are pigmented.  

The shadows are versatile and can be used to create numerous eye combinations from day to night look.  

Swatches:

(Left to Right)

 Bisque (Matte), Say Yeah (Veluxe Pearl), Sable (Frost), Mineralism (Lustre) 

and Bateau (Satin)

First Impressions: First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Instant Oatmeal Mask

Hello Lovelies!

Today I will be doing a first impressions post on First Aid Beauty's (FAB) Ultra Repair Instant Oatmeal Mask.  This product comes in a tube container with 56.7g of product.  This product retails for $30 and I purchased mine at Sephora.

This mask is intended to nourish your distressed skin and rejuvenate it.

How to use: 

Apply a layer of the mask onto your face and wait ten minutes, then rinse off.  Use mask 2-3 times a week.

Impressions: 

I really enjoyed putting this mask on, the consistency is very creamy and the mask contains bits of oatmeal in it.  The mask smells pretty good, doesn't really linger onto to the face after you wash it off.
The mask really moisturized my skin as I just came back from a mini vacation filled with tons of sun exposure and late nights.  I felt like it rescued my skin and brought some of the moisture back into it.  It also left my skin feeling very soft.  One major plus point about this mask was the fact that it did not tingle or burn my skin, putting the mask on felt as if I was applying a moisturizer.  Also, this mask is perfect for sensitive skin!

This is a the first product that I have tried from the FAB line and I am really impressed.  I also heard great things about their Ultra Repair Moisturizer which is on my list of products to try.

Take care!

Foundation Series #8: Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation SPF 15

Foundation Series #8: Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation SPF 15

I will be adding another foundation review to my Foundation Series posts, this time I will discuss Bobbi Brown’s Skin Foundation SPF 15 in Natural 4. This foundation retails for $60 CAD (Canadian dollars) and comes in a 1oz container.  It comes in a glass bottle with a pump, which is very convenient.  The foundation comes in a variety of shades to match your skin color. 

So how to use this foundation? 

This foundation can be applied with a brush or by hand.  The foundation is a bit runny so I would be careful when applying it. I apply this foundation with a dense flat top foundation brush, which helps me blend the foundation evenly on my skin. In addition I also set the foundation with a powder or translucent setting powder. 

Results?

Firstly, what I like about this foundation is that it is very lightweight and has a creamy consistency.  Often I have mixed this foundation with my sunscreen and have gotten a really nice tinted moisturizer combining the two.  The foundation applies evenly on skin and it does not feel cakey or suffocating.  I like how my pores were somewhat diminished while using the foundation which is something that I am always insecure about.  

The coverage of the foundation is light to medium coverage but it is very buildable and you can set the foundation easily with a powder.  The foundation looks natural on the skin and as it states it actually feels like it has blended in with your skin so that your skin can breath under the makeup. 

Also, a bonus the foundation has an SPF, which is always good because protecting your skin from sun damage is very important.  I have not gotten any break outs while using the foundation and my skin has not reacted to any of the ingredients.  

Keep in mind that you may need to touch up if you have oily skin so keep a powder always handy. 




Cons?

If a primer or moisturizer is not applied before putting on the foundation the foundation does not last very long which is something to keep in mind.  I have noticed that I get really oily around the nose area and I need to touch up during the day.  

Also, you have to be very mindful of the glass bottle because if you knock it over from your makeup vanity it will shatter leaving you with a mess to clean up.   

The price is a bit steep for those on a budget however the way the foundation makes your skin feel amazing so it's worth a try.  

Tips:

As always before makeup application always remember to apply a good primer or moisturizer before putting on the foundation! 

You can also go to your nearest Sephora store and if they carry Bobbi Brown products and ask for a sample of the foundation to try before you make the big purchase.  They can also match you with your shade and advise you if the foundation is best for your skin type. 

Hope this helps and happy foundation searching =) 

Product Review: Bobbi Brown Cleansing Oil

Today’s review will be on Bobbi Brown’s Cleansing Oil.  I got this first as a sample size from a Bobbi Brown counter when I was purchasing some products.  This product retails for $32.00 for a 200ml bottle and it comes with a pump.  The Cleansing oil contains olive, jojoba oils and ginger root extract. 

The cleansing oil is supposed to rid of the dirt and makeup from your face after a long day.  I normally just used this for taking off my eye makeup and it does the trick.  I soak some product onto a cotton ball or cotton pad and I soak it onto my eyelid for a about 30 seconds and then I would wipe off my eye makeup.  I found this way to be very effective in terms of taking off my eye makeup efficiently and without irritating my eyes.  I have used this product to take off my makeup however because of my sensitive skin I just find that this product is not something for applying over my entire face.   I have tried MACs cleansing oil as well and that product completely broke out my skin and I did not repurchase it again. 

Overall Comments:

Thank god I got this as a sample as I would not purchase this product full size.  I think that there are better and cheaper brands out there that can remove eye and face makeup without spending so much money and doing just as good as this one. I have been recommended by my facial lady to try using face oils as a moisturizer and that is something that I do intend to try the next time I am in Toronto.  

Have you tried Bobbi Brown’s Cleansing Oil?  What are your thoughts on it?

Product Review: Origins Active Charcoal Mask

Today’s review will be on Origin’s Clear Improvement Active Charcoal mask.  This mask is to clear pores.  I got mine as a 100 point beauty gift from Sephora and it came in a 30ml tube.  I have not tried Origins products before and I was very excited when I saw this as a perk when I was purchasing items on their website.  
This product does come in a 50ml tube and retails for $16 (origins.com)

How to Use:

Use once a week or as often as needed.  Open pores with warm moist towel and layer on.  Allow to dry, rinse well.(Instructions printed on product)

I do like applying this mask with a brush as I can get the product all over my face and into the crevasses without having to use my fingers.  

Results:

Too be honest I am very reluctant to try masks on my face as I find that my sensitive skin does react to some ingredients, however I have been using this mask for a couple of weeks and I would say so far so good.  The mask has a smooth consistency and is gray in color.  As applying the mask your skin tingles and absorbs the product.  It took about 7-10mins for the mask to be completely dry which is when I rinsed my face off.  The mask rinsed off well without me having to scrub my face of the residue and I patted my skin with a clean towel. 

This mask is intended to unclog your pores and get rid of the dirt that tends to built up as we put on makeup and because of all the toxins in the air.  After observing my skin I did feel like my skin felt more breathable and brighter.  I did find my skin to be a bit dry after rinsing off the mask so I applied Korres Wild Rose moisturizer to balance everything out.    I also had a blemish on my cheek and I realized the next day after using the mask the redness from the blemish had reduced and the blemish had also reduced in size. Overall I can say that the mask has left my skin smooth and radiant and feeling and looking very clean. 

I would definitely repurchase this mask once my sample is finished.  I apply this mask on the weekends and it really pampers my skin from all it has endured through the week.  

Want more review on the different masks I have tried? Let me know! 

Product Review: Garnier's Body Intensive Lotion

Today I will be reviewing a recent lotion that I had purchased in December when I went for a short trip back to Toronto.  I purchased Garnier Body Intensive 7 days Repairing Lotion for Extra Dry Skin with Shea Butter.  This lotion comes in a 250ml bottle.  The lotion contains L-Bifidus which is suppose to protect skin and prevent moisture loss.  The lotion claims to be fast-absorbing, weightless, rich nourishing formula and non greasy. 

I purchased this lotion because the packaging was really eye catching and also because it seemed to be a product that would work for what I was looking for.  Also, I purchased it on sale for $3.99 at Shoppers Drug Mart and I thought it was a great deal for a lotion especially something that had just entered the market.  I live in a really humid place so I thought it would be best to purchase the extra dry skin formula as the sun is always sucking the moisture out of my skin and we are always going to the beach to swim and the salt water also leaves your skin very parched. 

While using this lotion I realized that it is very fast absorbing once you lather it onto your skin.  I apply this lotion all over my skin usually after I take a shower.  Also, the lotion is very lightweight, non-greasy and keeps your skin hydrated and moisturized for days.  The lotion does claim that once you apply it the hydration can be felt for up to 7 days and it really does leave your skin hydrated however I do apply the lotion every other day on my skin so I am yet to put that to the test.  I really like the scent of the lotion, as it is not an overpowering on the skin or to the nose.  Due to my over sensitive skin I did not find my skin to react to any of the ingredients which is always a plus.  This lotion has left my skin smoother and more vibrant.  Overall, I would say that all the claims that this product makes are accurate and I was not disappointed. 

I would recommend this product to anyone looking for a good moisturizer to purchase.  

Revlon Colorburst Lip Butters

Today’s blog post will be a review on Revlon’s Colorburst Lip Butters.  I purchased these a while back and I thought they were worthy of a blog post and review.  When I first heard about these lip butters I went a little crazy and purchased 6 from their collection.  The collection does contain 20 amazing array of shades and I was super tempted to purchase them all. 

Revlon’s Colorburst Lip butters are in between a lip gloss and a lipstick.  They are very moisturizing and pigmented .  The packaging is very chic and resembles that of a lip stick.  The lip butters have a very smooth application and glide onto the lips without any force.  Also, the lip butters are a lustre finish.  

One con about the lip butters are that they do not last all day, however they are super hydrating like a lip balm and can be applied whenever needed.  While wearing the lip butters I noticed that they lasted about three hours. 

I would really recommend this product to all those who are looking for a lip product, which is in between a lip, gloss and a lipstick.  The lip butters are definitely a product worthy of purchasing and repurchasing ;)

Hope this review helped!

From left to right:

Sweet Tart, Candy Apple, Cherry Tart, Berry Smoothie, Tutti Frutti, Pink Truffle.