Review: Jaclyn Cosmetics Poutspoken Liquid Lipsticks and Lip Liner

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Today I am going to share my thoughts on the Jaclyn Cosmetics Poutspoken Liquid Lipsticks and Lip Liners. I wasn't able to grab any during her initial launch because they sold out in minutes. However, I was able to grab a few during her restock a few weeks ago. Both products are currently only available on the Jaclyn Cosmetics website but will launch at Ulta in May. I have been trying these products out for about a week and am ready to share my thoughts with you. Keep reading to learn more about the products, see swatches, and my overall opinion of them.

Review: Jaclyn Cosmetics So Rich Lipsticks

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So I honestly wasn't sure if I was going to do this review after all of the drama surrounding this launch. However, I did a poll on Instagram and 86% of the people that voted still wanted to see it. Before I even get into my review of the lipsticks, I'm going to share my honest opinion on the whole matter. This is my blog and my personal opinion. I'm sure not everyone shares the same views as me and that's totally fine.

But here are my thoughts...there are so many more serious things to worry about going on in this world aside from a damn lipstick not being perfect. The whole beauty community has been so dramatic about this and it's honestly ridiculous. Do I think Jaclyn fucked up and made some bad business choices? Yes. Does that mean she should be bullied and dragged through the mud over it by customers, beauty influencers, and other professionals in the beauty industry? No. Sorry, but no one deserves to be treated like that. NO ONE. As the business owner yes she should be held accountable but the way people are acting is disgusting. Do I think that she took a bit too long to come forward and speak on the matter? Yes. But I also understand this is her BUSINESS and she has to consult lawyers, her team, the labs, etc. before she speaks on all of the different issues. I spent over $100.00 on 6 lipsticks and did have some fibers on a couple of them that I noticed while taking blog pics. Do you know what I did? I picked them off and moved along. It didn't look like mold, human hair, etc. It was pretty obvious that it was a fiber. Now would I be upset if I had human hairs on my products? Yes. But guess what? She has stated SEVERAL times that anyone that has ANY issues can get a full refund and free replacement. If all of my lipsticks were hairy or broken then I would have just contacted them and returned them. That is what I did when I was unhappy with the Becca palette that she collaborated on. For the people claiming to get burned by the lipstick or cut by metal shards in the lipstick. I honestly find it hard to believe. It's really easy to have a red mark on your skin after applying product anywhere and wiping it off. I do swatches all the time and it always happens. BUT if I am completely wrong and they are in fact being burned or cut by the lipstick then of course they are 100% entitled to a lawsuit. If they are lying then karma will play itself out. I have no proof of either or so that's really all I have to say about that. If you were worried about your lipstick being unsafe, all you had to do was put it aside like I did until Jaclyn spoke on it. And if you still don't believe her explanation, simply return it. If you don't want to support her anymore, then don't. But back to my point of this rant. I honestly just think this drama is sad. I have had far worse things happen to me in my life and have seen far more serious things in others lives to worry about a faulty "hairy, moldy, broken" lipstick. Makeup just really isn't that important or serious in the grand scheme of things....So anyways, let's move on to my review of the lipsticks.

Tutorial: Fall Inspired Makeup Look

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This look was supposed to be featured in a Fall look book with some other bloggers but the plans fell through. I would normally do a makeup tutorial video but since I already created this look, took pics, and wrote out a tutorial, you are going to get an old fashioned step by step tutorial this time around!

I wanted to create a look that screams fall. I love warm tones and orange/reds remind me of the leaves changing color in the fall. I decided to use the  MorphexJaclyn Hill Palette because there are tons of colors in this palette that give me inspiration for this look. Another great palette that you could to create a similar look is the Morphe 35O Nature Glow Palette.

Review: MorphexJaclynHill Palette

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I'm super excited to share my thoughts on the MorphexJaclynHill palette! At first, this palette didn't interest me that much but just like everyone else, I hopped on the band wagon once I saw the swatches. Even though it was a bit pricey for a Morphe palette, I justified my purchase since they claimed this palette contains all new formulas. I also feel like I don't really own a palette quite like this. Below I will discuss my thoughts, share some swatches, and show you some looks that I created with this palette.

 

Morphe x Jaclyn Hill Eyeshadow Palette $38.00

 This palette is currently out of stock but Morphe has confirmed that they will be restocking it on 7/18 at 8 am PST. However, it is limited edition so it will only be around for a limited time. 

Ride or Die Makeup Tag

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Today I am going to share the Ride or Die Makeup Tag. It was started by Jaclyn Hill and Elle (from Elle Sees) tagged me to participate. Check out my video below to hear my Ride or Dies!!!

June Favorites

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This summer is already flying by and I really don't like it! The summers just aren't long enough in New England. I hope everyone had a great 4th of July! Today I am going to share my favorite products for June. Check out my video in the link below to see what I was loving last month!

CLICK HERE TO WATCH MY JUNE FAVORITES VIDEO!

Review: Becca Ombre Rouge Eye Shadow Palette

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As many of you know, I picked up the Becca x Jaclyn Hill Champagne Glow Face and Eye Shadow Palettes. I didn't have luck with the eye shadow palette (you can read my review HERE) and ended up returning it. People were raving about the other Becca palettes saying that they were amazing, creamy, pigmented, and completely different from the Champagne Glow shadow palette. I needed to check out one of the palettes to see what all the buzz was about. I decided to pick up the Ombre Rouge Eye Shadow Palette because I liked the colors better that the other Nude Palette. Keep reading to hear my thoughts!

Becca Ombre Rouge Eye Shadow Palette $40.00

Here is what is said about this palette on the Ulta site:

"A palette of five Ombre Rouge shades to beautifully sculpt and enhance the eyes. Matte shades provide pigment-rich tones to effortlessly create a variety of looks from subtle to bold. Green coffee oil helps awaken the eyes and smooth the lids, while a built-in priming effect extends the wear of your shadow. Warm & cool undertones make these shades ideal for all skin tones, and the versatile formula can be used wet or dry.Free of parabens, sulfates, phthalates and fragrance."

Review: Becca x Jaclyn Hill Champagne Glow Face Palette

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Today I am going to share my thoughts on the Becca x Jaclyn Hill Champagne Glow Face Palette. When I saw Jaclyn Hill show pictures of this on her snap chat I knew I had to have it. As you know, I wasn't a huge fan of the Champagne Glow Eye Shadow Palette. You can read my review of that HERE. This face palette did have some controversy but not nearly as much as the eye shadow palette. It was just restocked at Sephora last week and is exclusive to that retailer. Keep reading to hear my thoughts!

Becca x Jaclyn Hill Champagne Glow Face Palette $52.00

Here is what is said about this palette the Sephora site:
"The limited-edition Becca X Jaclyn Hill Champagne Collection Face Palette has five shades of highlighter and blush to illuminate all skintones. Every shade was designed by Jaclyn Hill, to allow you to mix and match so you can create endless layers if light and color for the perfect custom glow. "
http://www.sephora.com/becca-x-jaclyn-hill-champagne-collection-P409117?skuId=1830835&icid2=D%3Dc6%3Abecca_lp_whatsnew_carousel1%3Ap409117

Review: Becca x Jaclyn Hill Champagne Glow Eye Shadow Palette

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I' sure most of you are aware of the controversy surrounding the Becca x Jaclyn Hill Champagne Glow Eyeshadow Palette. For those of you that are unaware, Jaclyn Hill did a collaboration with Becca Cosmetics creating a whole Champagne Glow collection after her Champagne Pop face highlighter was a huge hit. Part of that collection included an eye shadow palette. There were very mixed reviews of this palette from beauty bloggers and YouTubers. Some said it wasn't really that good while others said that they loved it. I decided to get it and decide for myself.

Review: Morphe Brushes Jaclyn Hill Favorites Palette

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As most of you know, Jaclyn Hill came out with a favorites palette with Morphe Brushes. Its been sold out FOREVER and I wanted it SO BAD! The lovely Lily from Beauty with Lily was nice enough to host a giveaway with the Jaclyn Hill Favorites palette as the prize! Lucky for me, I was the winner! Keep reading to hear my thoughts on this palette and to see some looks that I came up with!

Morphe Brushes Jaclyn Hill Favorites Palette $27.99

Review: Morphe 18 Piece Vegan Brush Set

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I have wanted a new brush set for quite some time. One of the brands that really stuck out to me was Morphe Brushes. They are affordable and I have read great things about their quality. Jaclyn Hill has talked alot about their brushes recently and now has her own favorites palette with them. I decided to check out their brush set offerings and pick one to put on my Christmas list. After going through all of the sets, I chose the 18 Piece Vegan Brush set. It included a wide range of brushes, was a reasonable price, and was vegan which was the best part! Luck for me, my lovely sister in law picked this up for me as a Christmas gift! I was so excited and couldn't wait to get home and try the brushes out. 

Morphe 18 Piece Vegan Brush Set (Set 686) $49.99

These brushes come in a patent leather brush case that snaps shut. It also has flap that covers the brushes. I have it folded behind the case so that you can see all the brushes.