March Favorites & Flops

Hey Guys,
Now that we are already into April I'm going to share the products that I was loving in March. I don't know how it is everywhere else in the country but its been super cold for this time of year. We are supposed to see at least 60s by April and 30-40s seem to be the average lately. I really hope that I see no more snow until the winter (but nothing will surprise me). While the heat does get to me every now and then, I would take super hot weather over cold weather any day. I am longing for the warm weather and eventually beach days. New England weather totally makes me want to move down south! I have been trying alot of new products the past few months and have been reviewing a ton of products. Check out my video below to see my favorite products for March! I also linked my reviews below for the products that I've previously reviewed!

Top 5 Favorite Foundations for Combo/Oily Skin

Hey Guys,

Today I am going to share my top 5 favorite foundation for combo/oily skin. I have a mix of both drug store and high end brands. The video is a little choppy at times so I apologize for that in advance. I say um WAY too much and need to learn to just stop talking when I am trying to gather my thoughts. I had to edit it out may times which resulted in the choppiness. Regardless, I spent hours editing it so I decided not to delete it. We all learn from our mistakes and hopefully next time I won't have to do as much editing. Anyways, I hope you guys enjoy the video!

April Favorites

Hey Guys!
I feel like the month of April has come and gone so quickly that I can't even remember it. I really hope that May and the upcoming summer months do the opposite and go by super slow. The warmer months are definitely my favorite. April had some beautiful days in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. I didn't really have anything too eventful in the month. I did the Walk MS in Boston for multiple sclerosis but that's about it. I did my second tutorial ever which you can check out HERE. My birthday is this week which I'm usually excited about.  I have mixed feelings this year since I'm turning 30. In terms of beauty/fashion, I haven't purchased any clothing because I plan to get some money or giftcards for my birthday. Since I am going to Mexico in July I want to buy some cute outfits for that. I also need some new clothing for the summer. My go to's are Fashion Nova and Express. Target also has really cute maxi dresses that I can wear to work. I have however purchased a TON of makeup. Ulta and Sephora had sales and El sent me an early birthday present from ColourPop. I also placed a separate order so stay tuned for another ColourPop haul review. I will be trying out a ton of products this month! Until then, you can check out what I was loving in April below!

Review: Maybelline Volum' Express The Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara

Hey Guys,

Today I am going to do a quick review on the Maybelline Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara. I have seen alot of positive reviews for this mascara and wanted to give it a try myself.

Maybelline Volum' Express The Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara $9.49

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

"Maybelline's Volum' Express The Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara pushes up lashes for dramatic volume and lift.

Benefits:

• Push up cup brush
• Revolutionary cup shaped bristles
• Scoops and lifts from the root to add bold volume
• Ophthalmologist tested
• Contact lens safe"

Top 15 Beauty Products of 2015

Hey Guys,
I'm slacking in posts lately but I wanted to make sure to film a favorites for 2015 video. Instead of listing all of my favorite beauty products for 2015, I decided to join my friend Ashley from Ashley Sue Makeup and talk about my top 15 favorites for 2015. You can check out her video HERE.

Check out my video below to hear about my favorite beauty products for 2015!




Products mentioned in the video:

L'Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte 24 Hour Foundation
L'Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte 16 Hour Powder
Borghese Beauty Eclissare ColorRise Blush in Stunner
Vita Liberata Trystal Self Tanning Bronzing Minerals
Morphe Eyeshadow Palettes (35O  Nature Glow Palette and Jaclyn Hill Favorite Palette)
Maybelline FaceStudio Master Prime Blur and Smooth Primer
Maybelline FaceStudio Master Conceal in Light/Medium
Ben Nye Banana Powder
Chella Beauty Ivory Lace Highlighter Pencil
Serenity and Scott Beauty Brow Gel in Copper Auburn
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Powder Duo in Caramel
Jack Black Intense Therapy Lip Balm in Shea & Vitamin E
ColourPop Lippie Stix and Pencil in Brink
ColourPop Ultra Matte Lip in Bumble
Bite Beauty Matte Creme Lip Crayon in Glace
Philosophy Fresh Cream Spray

What were your favorite products for 2015? Post your comments below!

October Favorites

Hey Guys,
I can't believe how fast October flew by. I really am NOT ready for the cold weather :/ I wasn't able to film my favorites but I will get back to filming videos really soon. This month I have had some oldies but goodies come back into my life along with some new favorites.

Keep reading to hear about my favorites this month!

Rimmel Show Off Lip Lacquer in Galaxy

I really love the Rimmel Lip Lacquers. I have a bunch of them. Galaxy is a mauve color that is great for the fall. I have been wearing this often.

Top 10 Drugstore Favorites Collab

Hey Guys,
Chelsea (from Tiger Love Beauty) asked me to join her and Ashley (from Ashley Sue Makeup) in a collab on their Top 10 Favorite Drugstore Products. Before I started blogging, I probably wouldn't have had any drugstore favorites to talk about. However, over the past year and a half I have tried so many different drugstore products. I found out that there are definitely some amazing affordable products out there. You don't have to spend an arm and a leg to get a good beauty product. Drugstore cosmetic companies have definitely stepped up their game the past few years. I now use more affordable drug store products and only a small handful of more expensive high end brands on a regular basis. 

To learn about my favorites, keep reading!

1. L'Oreal Infalliable Pro Matte 16 Hour Foundation $14.99

This is SUCH an amazing foundation! Its matte without being too heavy. It blends really nicely and lasts SO LONG. My makeup still looks pretty damn good after working all day long. This is def  becoming HG status. You can read my review HERE.

2. L'Oreal Telescopic Carbon Black Mascara $9.99

I have tried MANY different mascaras both high end and drug store. This has become hands down one of my favorites. Its affordable and I love how it makes my lashes look. This has quickly become my holy grail mascara.

3. Nyx Push Up Bra For Your Eyebrows $9.99

One day when I was at Ulta, I was looking at the Anastasia brow highlighter and the beauty associate recommended this Nyx product instead. Its a fraction of the price and is just a GREAT highlighter. I can't say much about the pencil side as I don't use it.

4. Maybelline Face Studio Master Conceal Concealer $8.99

 I saw so many youtubers raving about this concealer and had to pick it up and try it out for myself. They were so right! This is an AMAZING concealer. Its SO creamy and a little goes a long way. It blends so nicely and has great coverage. I haven't noticed any creasing under my eyes either. It's definitely my favorite concealer right now. You can check out my review HERE.

5. Milani Baked Blush-(Favs Luminoso, Berry Amore, and Rose D'Oro) $8.49

I have a ton of blushes both high end and drugstore. I find myself reaching for these the most. They are great quality, super pigmented, and blend so nicely. I have my favorites, which I listed above. You can read some of my reviews HERE.

6. Maybelline Face Studio Master Prime Blur and Smooth Primer $9.99

I was never wowed by a primer until I tried this one. Its not greasy and def makes my foundation go on alot smoother. It makes my face look flawless! You can read my review HERE.

7. Rimmel Show Off Lip Lacquers (Favs: Celestial, Big Bang, and Galaxy) $5.89

I am not a huge gloss person in general. These first apply like a creamy gloss. However, they are actually more like a liquid lipstick. I love their pigmentation and how long they last on the lips. The applicator makes is super easy to create a precise clean look.

8. Rimmel ScandalEyes Waterproof Kohl Liner $4.49

This is the perfect liner for you waterline. I use the Nude almost every day. It opens up your eyes but keeps it more of a natural day time look.

9. Nyx High Voltage Lipsticks $5.99

These are pretty new but they are quickly becoming one of my favorite non-matte lipsticks. They are SO CREAMY and SUPER pigmented. They feel so great on your lips and come in so many different colors.

10. Freeman Beautiful Masks $4.29

I have alot of different facial scrubs and masks both high end and drug store and I have to admit these are my favorite. These masks are so inexpensive and I love how clean my face feels after using them. My favorite hands down is the Avocado and Oatmeal Clay Mask. You can read my review HERE.

ONLINE: I decided I wanted to mention two more super affordable products that you may not be able to get in drugstores but you can most certainly get online.

City Color Cosmetics Be Matte Blushes $4.99

This have to be my favorite blushes EVER! They are only $4.99 and are HUGE. They are matte which is my favorite finish and they are SO PIGMENTED. They also last ALL DAY LONG. I am in love with these. Def my HG blushes. You can check out my review of Papaya HERE.

ColourPop Lippie Stix $5.00

I have a TON of lipsticks and lip products and general and these are BY FAR my favorite lipsticks that I own. I wear them most days of the week. They are such an amazing quality lipstick for only $5.00 each. Their matte and satin finishes are my favorite. If I had to pick one color that was my favorite, it would have to be Brink. You can check out my review of some of their Lippie Stix HERE.

Thanks to Chelsea for inviting me to do this collab! 

Click the links below to check out some more favorite drugstore products from these lovely ladies:

Chelsea - Tiger Love Beauty - tigerlovebeauty.com

Ashley - Ashley Sue Makeup - ashleysuemakeup.blogspot.com

Lily - Beauty With Lily - beautywithlily.com

Pilar - Beauty and More by Pilar - plovesfashion.blogspot.com

Shireen - Reflection of Sanity - reflectionofsanity.com

What are your favorite drugstore products? Post your comments below!

Review: Maybelline Master Prime Blur and Smooth and Master Conceal By Face Studio

Hey Guys,

Today I'm going to review two new Maybelline products;  Maybelline Master Prime Blur and Smooth By Face Studio and Maybelline Master Conceal By Face Studio. I have read great things about both product so I decided to give them a try. Keep reading to hear my thoughts on each!

Maybelline Face Studio Master Prime Blur and Smooth (Primer and Base) $9.99 at Ulta

Here is what is said about this product on the Maybelline site:

"Our face primer has ultra-blurring spheres in 3 weightless, water-based formulas, that fight your biggest skin concerns.Skin looks flawless, yet feels fresh and light. Blur + Smooth - Smooths uneven skin texture. Dermatologist and allergy tested. Suitable for sensitive skin and all skin types. Does not clog pores."  

http://www.maybelline.com/Products/Face-Makeup/Primer/Face-Studio-Master-Prime.aspx

I am really loving this primer! It is light and doesn't feel greasy at all which is a huge plus. It has no particular scent. I do feel that it helps mask my pores and make my skin look more smooth and even. I haven't broken out from it or anything either. I have been using this non-stop and haven't been reaching for any other primer.

Maybelline Face Studio Master Conceal Correcting Concealer in Light/Medium $8.99 at Ulta

This concealer is supposed to be full coverage and camouflage imperfections as well as dark circles. Its super creamy and is definitely a thicker consistency concealer. A little DEFINITELY goes a long way. You really don't need much at all. Nothing more than a pea size for both under eyes. I feel that this does a pretty good job at covering my dark circles and blemishes. I also don't find it to crease at all during the day. I apply this with the tip of my ring finger. I think that this is the best way to apply this concealer. I am really loving this concealer and have been using it everyday. I highly recommend it.

Have you tried either of these Maybelline products? Post your comments below!

Comparison: Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless vs L'Oreal Infalliable Pro-Matte

Hey Guys,
Matte foundations have been pretty big lately in the beauty world. The top two newest drugstore branded ones are the Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless and the L'Oreal Infalliable Pro-Matte foundations. I have purchased both and have been testing them out for a few weeks. I decided to do a comparison post so that you can read the differences between the two and my thoughts on each.

March Favorites

Hey Guys,
March was such a LONG month for me. It felt like it was never going to end! I am so excited that April is almost here! IMATS is so close!!!! I didn't have too many favorites this month. I have however purchased a few things that made the list. 

My Makeup Collection

Hey Guys,
I've been thinking about doing a makeup collection post for a while but wasn't sure if I should do one or not. I didn't want people to think I am bragging or anything so I was hesitant at first. After talking to a few people, they said that they enjoyed reading/watching makeup collections. So, instead of doing a post with a bunch of pictures, I decided to film a makeup collection video. I started collecting makeup back in 2005 when I started working in the cosmetics department at Macy's. Over the years I have got rid of alot of makeup but I've also added a ton too. My collection has REALLY grown over the past few years when I started blogging. One thing that I do want people to know is that no one really needs THIS much makeup. It's a hobby of mine but is no where a realistic amount of makeup. That being said....

To see my makeup collection, click the video below!

*Not included in this video is my purse full of lippies! If you want me to do an updated, What's in my Purse? video let me know below!

Thanks for watching!

Which category of my makeup collection interests you the most? Post your comments below!

February Favorites

Hi Guys,
Holy cow! With all the snow that we have got in Massachusetts this month,...it seemed like the longest February EVER! I didn't have too many favorites this month. I also didn't have time to film a video so this month's favorites will be a good old post. Keep reading to see which products that I have been loving this month!

January Favorites

Hey Guys,
Time for another monthly favorites post! I'm not too sad that January is over since I am SO READY for the Spring! However, I had a couple exciting things happen this month. I became an auntie again! My brother in law and his girlfriend had a baby boy. This is the first baby in my husband's immediate family so his parents are overjoyed. El and I also booked our trip to NY for IMATS in April! We are so excited. Lastly, I got a Canon Rebel T5 camera and am going to try to step up my game with my YouTube videos. I just got it a few days ago and am already having a hard time with it! I have filmed my January Favorites twice and both times, the products are crystal clear but me and the background are blurry! That being said, I know its all a learning curve and hopefully I get the hang of this thing!

Click the video below to check out my favorite products for this month!

Here are the products discussed in the video:
Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette $49.00 --Blog Post HERE
Missha Signature Velvet Art Shadow Quad in Peach Combination $23.00 --Review HERE
ColourPop Super Shock Eyeshadow in Sequin $5.00 --Review HERE
ColourPop Lippie Stix and Pencil in Frida $5.00/each --Review HERE
ColourPop Lippie Stix and Pencil in LBB $5.00/each --Review HERE
Milani Baked Powder Blush in Rose D'Oro $7.79
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Powder Duo in Caramel $23.00
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation $7.29
Morphe Brushes 18 Piece Vegan Brush Set $49.99
FarmHouse Fresh Splendid Dirt Mask $22.00 --Review HERE
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repairing Cream $30.00
Insta Natural Superior Hydration Argan Oil Hair Mask $17.95 --Review HERE
Quantum Riveting Reds Color Replenishing Shampoo $8.00
Viva La Juicy Noir $72.00
Bauble Bar Stargirl Ear Adornment Set $38.00
Bauble Bar Amazon Medallion Bib Necklace $44.00

Thanks for watching!

What were your favorite products for January? Post your comments below!

-Tanya xoxo

Favorite Makeup Products for 2014

Hey Guys,
I back to share my favorite makeup products for 2014! You can check out my favorite skincare, hair, and beauty products HERE. I did my best to narrow the products down but it was very hard because I loved so many this year! 

Review: Winter Walmart Beauty Box

Hi Guys!

I recently recieved my Winter Walmart Beauty Box! For those of you unfamiliar with the box, is a quarterly beauty subscription that you get every three months. The box is FREE and all that you pay is $5.00 for shipping. In the box you get a bunch of different beauty samples (and full size products). The products are picked based on your profile as well as the season that they send the box in. From what I have read, there were several different variations this month.

Here is what I recieved:

Makeup Purge #2

Hi Ladies!
I'm back with another edition of Makeup Purge! I did this purge right before the holidays since I hadn't done one for quite some time. I asked for a bunch of makeup for Christmas and knew that I had to make room for it :)

Lets jump right into it!

November Favorites

Hi Ladies!
I purchased some lighting equipment a couple months ago and am just getting around to messing with it. To try out the lighting, I decided to film a November Favorites video. I think I am going to end up filming in another room but in the meantime, I would love to hear your thoughts on the lighting and or tips for filming YouTube videos. Check out my video below to hear about my favorite products this month! 

Products Discussed in the video:

Jack Black Intense Therapy Lip Balm

ColourPop Cosmetics Super Shock Eyeshadow in I Heart This  (Review HERE)

Prestige Cosmetics Total Intensity Eyeshadow in Bewitched

Revlon Colorstay Foundation in Early Tan

Lise Watier Blush On Powder in Bronze D'Or

Too Faced Melted Lipstick in Melted Nude (Review HERE)

Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lip Color in Lust for Blush

ColourPop Cosmetics Lippie Stix and Lippie Pencil in Brink

L'Oreal Telescopic Mascara

Old Factory Candle in Pumpkin Spice (Review HERE)

Sam and Libby Liam Chain Boots

I'm pretty sure I said "really" 100 times in this video. I definitely need more practice filming reviews and favorite videos!

What were your favorite products for November? Post your comments below!

-Tanya xoxo

October Favorites

Hi Ladies!
This month literally flew by. It definitely wasn't my favorite month but I did do some cool blog related things. I wish I got to celebrate Halloween a bit more but there is always next year. I have been trying a ton of new products so lets jump right into my favorites this month.

Makeup Purge

Hi Ladies!

Beauty blogger Kate from Kate Spitz has a blog series called Collection Clean Up where she lists products that she hasn't used in a while, and decides what she is keeping and what she is getting rid of. Since I have purchased a bunch of products lately, I decided to purge some of my makeup that I don't like or don't use anymore. Thank you Kate for inspiring me to do this post!

Here are the items that I am getting rid of:

Instead of deciding whether or not I will be keeping some of these products, I am just going to pass them on to family and friends. 

Review: Maybelline Blushes

Hi Ladies!

Today I will be discussing two Maybelline blushes that I recently purchased. They are the Maybelline Master Hi-Light and Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush. 

Maybelline Master Hi-Light Blush in Nude $9.99

I was hoping for this to be a little bit darker. It is great to use as a highlight but too light to use as a blush on my cheeks. The blush itself is creamy and applies beautifully. I want to purchase two more colors from this collection; Mauve and Pink Rose. I think that these will have more color payoff.

Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush in Peach Satin $7.99

I read a ton of great reviews about these blushes so I decided to pick this up. I was actually looking for a darker shade but the CVS that I went to did not have the color. I grabbed this peach since I don't have many peach/coral blushes. When I got home and opened the blush, I actually made a dent in it with my finger as I expected the texture to be different. It is actually very true to the name...BOUNCY. To be honest, I didn't really like this blush. I though it was tough to apply but I also didn't use a brush to apply. I think part of the reason I didn't like this blush is because the color was too light for me. I may have better luck with a darker shade.

Have you tried either of these blushes? What are your thoughts? Did you have trouble with the Peach Satin Dream Bouncy Blush? Post your comments below!

-Tanya xoxo