Kylie Cosmetics Review - Kyshadow Palette & Kyliner Kit

This will be my first review & I am so excited to tell you all what I think about these products! As you can see by the title, I am reviewing two products from Kylie Jenner's cosmetic line! I have tried her lip kits & glosses before, so if any of you want me to review those for you just let me know! However, today is all about her eye products, specifically her Kyshadow Palette in 'Bronze' & Kyliner Kit in 'Chameleon'. She is coming out with more palettes later in the year and she also has other eyeliner shades other than the one I am reviewing. The palette retails for $42, it includes 9 eye-shadows inside the palette. Each shadow contains .05 oz of product. The Kyliner Kit, on the other hand, retails for $36 and includes three items. The Kit includes a synthetic small angled eyeliner brush, creme gel liner (.11 fl oz), and pencil liner (.04 oz). These products are expensive considering the amount of product you get in each, but you have to consider the brand and name on the brand is a lot of where the up-charge comes from. Besides the price being very high, I think that these products are great! Let me tell you why!

contents of package

First off, the packaging is to die for! If any of you are a collector of packaging or packaging crazy like me, then you will appreciate the amount of detail and amazing quality of the boxes and their components.

packaging of palette and palette itself

I will start by reviewing the palette. Now if you are like me and have more then one palette than you are probably asking 'do I really need this?' and the answer is no. Now don't get me wrong the palette is great and has amazing colors with great pigmentation, but in reality we have seen this concept and the colors many times before. You do not need this. yes the palette is cute and the shadows are great but really its not the best of the best for $42. I will say the shadows are incredibly nice to blend on the eyes. There is some fallout when you first pickup the shadow, but that has never really bothered me. My favorite eye-shadows from Too Faced do the exact same thing, so that, to me, is not a big problem. Now the color selection on this baby is my dream. I love warm-toned, bronze shadows and this is the perfect palette for my tastes. If you like cooler toned browns and you don't like orange, then you may want to skip on this because that is basically the star colors of this palette. Also the quality of these is up to par with my Anastasia Beverly Hills shadows when it comes to how they blend and wear on my eyes. The only trouble and downfall of this palette is there is no mirror. Now i don't know why they chose to forgo a mirror, but that to me was the only mistake they made when creating this palette because when traveling this would be my ideal palette if there was a mirror. All in all, I would say if you are willing to spend the money and want to give it a go I highly recommend you do so, but if you are hesitant because you don't like the shades then wait because she is coming out with more palettes later this year. Like I said before, you do not need this palette, but if you are like me and you like to collect makeup and try new things, then go for it because this is a great everyday palette for the eyes! Hopefully this helped you decide whether you want to get it or not and gave you an idea of what to expect if you decide to purchase any of  her palettes in the future. Below are some more photos of the palette and some swatches:

inside of palette

back of palette/names of shadows

swatches in natural light

swatches with flash

Now lets talk about the Kyliner!!

packaging of the eyeliner

Initially I did not want to spend $36 on something such as eyeliner because I hardly ever wear it, but when she came out with this shade I couldn't resist! The shade Chameleon is described as soft shimmering plum shade. The other shades she has are brown, black , and bronze which to me seemed dupe-able and boring because they have been done before. There may be a dupe of Chameleon somewhere out there, but I don't care because this is so worth the price!! First off the pencil eyeliner is just as creamy as the lip-liners by Kylie and comes in the same type of packaging. You can sharpen it when it becomes dull. This is perfect for the waterline and tight-line! However the real star of the show is the creme gel liner and the brush for it. I have never been a big creme/gel eyeliner person. I lack the skills and precision it takes to make the perfect cat-eye *cries*, but with this brush and creme eyeliner suddenly I am more talented with my eyeliner application! The formula and pigment of this creme eyeliner is the best I have ever tried! The eyeliner does not dry too fast or slow, it gives you enough time to finish the line and fill in any sparse spots. I also found that the eyeliner did not get gooey or chunky in ares where I applied more. The eyeliner is not completely opaque with pigment, you may need to add more to get full coverage which, to me, is no problem. I hope they eventually decided to sell this kit in separate components because the brush is so nice for eyeliner and I am thinking it would be just as nice for brows! The brush is the perfect size and shape for both! I honestly have no bad things to say about this product and I am so happy I decided to buy this eyeliner kit! I bet the other shades are just as nice in color and quality! Highly recommend to all the eyeliner lovers out there, you will definitely love this more than I do!! Below are more pictures of the kit, its contents and a swatch: 

contents of package

my attempt at an eye swatch (my wing sucks lol)

Now that you know how I feel about this product, let me know what you think!! Are you going to buy or not? Hope this was interesting and informative! Let me know if any of you would like a lip kit review in the future! Bye!!

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Setting Powders!! (Loose & Pressed)

When I sit down to do my makeup in the morning, I instinctively reach for my setting powder because whether I am wearing a foundation, concealer, or BB cream or any combination of the two I know for sure I am going to wear my setting powder!! Setting powders can help transform a makeup look and make it last all day long!! Whether you are dry, oily, combination, or normal in skin-type, setting powders can work for us all. There are two main types of setting powder, loose and pressed. Loose setting powder usually comes in jar-type packaging with a lid that can be removed and used as a place to put your powder into. Pressed setting powders usually come in a compact clam-shell type packaging with a mirror on the inside. These powders come in various shades to match any skin-tone, but they also have a translucent shade that anyone can use. I tend to use a translucent powder everyday. The color has no effect on the performance of the powder. Everyone can benefit from using a setting powder.

Example of Pressed vs Loose Setting Powder

Both powders have endless amounts of purpose and places for them to be applied. There are no rules when it comes to makeup especially when using a setting powder. Setting powders are like an all in one wonder product for your face. They can be a saving grace.

You can apply a powder with a brush or sponge (baking - will explain in later post). Setting powders loose or pressed can be easily found in a local drugstore and online.

The benefits of using a loose powder is that you can easily use it to set your under-eyes by packing it on with a damp beauty sponge and a little goes a long way. While pressed powders, in my opinion, are better for the whole face and for traveling because they are less messy.

My favorite setting powder (loose) was mentioned in my post earlier in the week, but i will mention it again. It is the Coty Airspun Loose Face Powder, if you want to know why I love it head over to my other post!!

Coty Powder - $6 - 2.3 oz

My favorite pressed setting powder however is the MAC cosmetics Prep+Prime Transparent Finishing Powder/Pressed. At $27 for .22 oz this powder may not seem like the best value, but the finish and formula is worth the price. I usually apply this with a big fluffy brush and use a smaller brush to apply it under my eyes. Perfect for travel and everyday.
Setting powders from high-end to drugstore are all work well, if you do your research you can find the perfect one for you!

MAC Powder in limited edition packaging - same formula

Let me know if you would like me to review any other setting powders or products! I love trying new products! Hope this was helpful & informative! Bye!!!

*Makeup has no rules. These are just tips and suggestions*

Liquid Glow!! (BONUS POST)

I never usually post twice in one night, but I am going to have to make an exception for this amazing trick I tried tonight! Although this week is all about setting powders, I decided to share something fun & easy to try!! I have recently been messing with highlighters and ways to glow!! First I grabbed my favorite highlight (you can use any shimmery eyeshadow or highlight that you have), then I scraped some of the powder out onto a hard and clean surface! After you have some powder ready, add any facial beauty oil that you have (baby oil works too)!!! Next mix the oil and powder to get a shimmery liquid highlight that you can apply to your face, lips, or eyes!! This is such an easy way to get a heathly glow at home instead of purchasing a liquid highlight! You can use any color shimmer you want so it is unique and original to you!! Below are photos (& a video) of my result:

Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil Light & Jeffree Star Cosmetics 'Mint Condition' Skin Frost 

I apologize if the quality is terrible I uploaded this on my phone because I was too excited to share!!

Anyways, my post for tomorrow will be about setting powders so I hope this was a nice tip before then!! 

Enjoy!!!

*Makeup has no rules, just tips and suggestions*

Setting Powders!!!

Tomorrow I will go more in depth about setting powders (loose & pressed) and how they work, but for now here is my favorite setting powder & 5 reasons why I like it!!


The Coty Airspun Translucent Face Powder:

1. Makes my foundation & concealer last longer
2. Has no color (translucent) so I can wear it year-round, it comes in other shades to match one's skin-tone as well
3. Great value at $5.97 for 2.3 oz of product
4. Prevents creasing under my eyes
5. Very fine powder so it is not heavy on my skin

Concealer!!

Concealers can be lifesavers! They are the best alternative to a foundation or a BB/CC cream. If you want an easy application and a natural look a concealer will be your best friend. Concealers can cover acne marks/spots, dark circles, discoloration, etc. The list could go on and on. A concealer is a wonder product when it comes to doing one's makeup. You can use a concealer to clean up eye makeup mistakes and even use concealer as a primer for lipsticks or eye-shadows. Concealers, like foundations, come in more than one formula and finish. For instance, most concealers can be liquid or cream. They can come in many forms to, like cream sticks, wands, etc. In this post I will list each and their benefits while also helping you decide which will work best for you!

Different Concealer Types

1. Liquid Concealers...as the photo above illustrates, liquid concealers are typically for normal to oily skin types. Liquid concealers are highly pigmented and very build-able when it comes to how much coverage you want. The more you add the more coverage you get. This type of concealer is perfect for acne spots/marks because of its high pigmentation and build-able coverage. This type of concealer works best for mature skin because it is not to heavy and it will not set it one's lines or wrinkles. Usually this concealer type comes in a tube with a wand or in a squeezable tube. I tend to use this type of concealer more than others because it is not to heavy or thick on my skin, but it still covers what I need it to. I find that these concealers are best applied using a wet beauty sponge. These concealers cover everything and anything you want easily and effortlessly. Liquid concealers are a quick and easy way for anyone of any age with any skin-type to get a natural, but flawless look. Below are two examples of liquid concealers that I think work well for any skin-type:

Maybelline Better Skin Concealer - .25 fl oz - $8

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer - .22 fl oz - $29

2. Concealer Pens...as illustrated in the image at the top are perfect for any and all skin-types. These concealer pens have a very sheer finish and lightweight coverage making them perfect to highlight. I will go into highlighting more later on, but for now highlighting is basically a way to brighten up your skin in a way that looks natural. Getting a concealer pen that is a few shades lighter than your actual skin is a perfect way to highlight your face. By applying this under your eyes, on your chin and upper lip, and forehead, you can really brighten your skin and give your face more dimension that a flat foundation can do on its own. Concealer pens come in a pen type packaging and are a less heavy version of a liquid concealer, these tend to apply best using a wet beauty sponge or small concealer brush. I personally tend to only use concealer pens when I am in a rush because they are quick and easy to apply. Concealer pens are a perfect for those just getting into concealers and for those who are just starting to highlight there face. Below are two examples of concealer pens that work well for any skin-type:

Wet N Wild Illumi-Naughty Highlighting 7 Concealer Pen - .05 fl oz - $5

Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat Highlighter - .08 fl oz - $42

3. Cream/Stick Concealers...as the photo at the top shows, cream/stick concealers work best on normal or dry skin types. These types of concealers tend to be medium to full coverage and give off a lot of pigmentation. They can cover dark spots, redness, and even tattoos. Cream/stick concealers come in many different types of packaging like a stick or even in a mini jar. These tend to apply best with a brush whether it be a concealer or foundation brush. Since this type tends to be much thicker than the others it can be very hard to blend or apply depending on the brand. I usually use this concealer when I need maximum coverage on a horrible blemish or my redness. This concealer works best for those who want more coverage than a liquid concealer, but doesn't want to use a foundation. Below are two examples of cream/stick concealers that work well for most skin-types:

Maybelline Cover Stick Concealer - .16 fl oz - $5

Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-hour Waterproof Concealer - .07 fl oz - $23

All in all concealer can be a miracle worker for us all. Whether you use any of these that I mentioned or you use a completely different one that I didn't mention we all can use concealers as a tool to help us achieve quick and easy makeup looks every single day. In my next post I will talk about my favorite concealers and why I love them so much!


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BB or CC?

Let's talk about BB & CC Creams, which are great alternatives to full-coverage and sometimes heavy foundations! Now for those of you who never have and never will wear foundation, here's an alternative that might interest you! BB & CC Creams, to my knowledge, have only been around for the past decade or so. They have amazing skin benefits and great coverage. They are most often applied with the hands like a moisturizer and can be worn with no other makeup just to even out ones skin! They are perfect for those of us who love to look good, but want to keep it simple and natural! 

Now you may be wondering what's the difference between a BB &CC Cream and what are they? Well first lets talk about BB Creams! BB Cream which initials are short for "Beauty Balm" is a type of light-weight makeup that is meant to do several things such as protecting and repairing the skin as well as giving coverage to blemishes and other areas that we want covered. This is multitasking product meant to moisturize, protect with SPF, give a light coverage look, and provide built-in anti-aging elements. BB Creams tend to work best on dry skin due to them being a bit heavier on the skin and with their focus on maintenance and prevention on the skin. CC Cream , on the other hand, stands for "Color Correcting". They contain SPF, anti-aging elements, and SPF like a BB Cream, however they also sometimes have collagen boosters. CC Creams are a little lighter on the skin so they are perfect for acne-prone or oily skin and they focus on concealing existing problems on the skin. The only downfall to these creams is that you may still need to conceal after applying since they do not have the same coverage as a foundation.

Now that we know the differences and how they work, let me show you some of my favorites! Here are my top 2 favorites of BB & CC Creams:

BB Creams:

1. Maybelline Dream Fresh and Dream Pure BB Creams...These two BB Creams from the brand Maybelline are both perfect for everyday use and are both under $10! Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream is described as an 8-in-1 Beauty Balm. It is supposed to blur imperfections, enhance, brighten, adjust to skin-tone, smooth, hydrate, provide SPF 30, and it contains 0% oils or any other heavy ingredients. It is such a perfect everyday face product for any skin type and it does all it says! The Maybelline Dream Pure BB Cream does everything like the Fresh version, however it also is actively clearing acne and breakouts while you are wearing it because of the 2% Salicylic Acid inside of it. Both of these work great when applied like a moisturizer! 

Original Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream - 1 fl oz

Maybelline Dream Pure BB Cream - 1 fl oz

2. Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream...This high-end BB Cream is great for everyday wear, nights out , and for taking photos! With ingredients like SPF, this BB Cream is great for those who want a little more coverage than a drugstore BB Cream. Since this BB Cream controls oil and hydrates it is perfect for every skin type and is great for any skin tone since there is a good shade selection. This can be applied with any tool and even your hands! Overall this is great alternative to a foundation if you want a flawless look but not a heavy foundation on your skin!

Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream - 1 fl oz

Now for my top 2 CC Creams:

1. bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream...Although it may not have the initials "CC"in the name, this is still considered to be a CC Cream hence the word complexion. This high-end CC Cream retails for $29.50 and is perfect for those who want light-weight feel with light/medium coverage look. This has SPF and hydrating elements that make it perfect for everyday wear. I love to apply this with a beauty sponge and lightly apply a powder over-top to give me a fresh-faced look. This is such a good product for dry-skin , but may be too oily for other skin types. Either way if you are looking for a great CC Cream for everyday wear this one is perfect!! 

bareMinerals Complexion Rescue - 1.18 fl oz

2. NYX CC Creams...These may look intimidating, especially when you squeeze them out and they come out green, purple, and yellow, but trust me they are great! I personally have used the green version of this drugstore CC Cream for my redness and I loved it! These colored creams come out colorful but once you apply them to your skin they adjust and look like they are your own natural skin! These are amazing color correcters for everyday use! At only $13.99 this CC Cream is great for those who want something super simple and effective! Just apply it like moisturizer and you are ready to go!

NYX CC Creams - 1.01 fl oz

All in all, BB & CC Creams are great for those of us who want to look good while doing less work to achieve it. These simple but effective products help us to achieve flawless looks while still letting u look like ourselves! I highly recommend BB & CC Creams to anyone who has never tried them and is tired of foundation! Next post I will talk about concealers and my favorites! Hope this was helpful and informative! Bye!!

*Makeup has no rules. Just tips and advice.*

Foundation Station part 2!!!

When it comes to picking a good foundation it all depends on what look you want and how much you are willing to spend. Personally I love many different foundations for all different reasons, like some give me a natural look while others give me a great full coverage look for when I want to look more flawless. My top 5 favorite foundations are:

1. Makeup Forever Ultra HD Foundation...This foundation gives me medium coverage and makes my skin look semi-flawless while still looking like my skin! You can make this foundation work as light, medium, or full coverage depending on what look you want! Although the price may be a little steep at $43, you may be willing to look past this if you are looking for a great coverage and comfortable foundation. This foundation is specifically made to look good on or off camera!

The bottle - 1.01 fl oz

Makeup Forever Ultra HD Foundation comes in a variety of shades

2. Too Faced Born This Way Foundation...If you are looking for a light to medium coverage foundation that will hydrate your skin while also making your skin look great, this ones for you! At $39 a bottle this high-end foundation will be a great buy for anyone who wants a quick and easy foundation that gives a fresh-faced and effortless look! This foundation has coconut water in it so your skin will stay nice and hydrated while you are wearing it! I love this for everyday wear, such a great foundation for anyone! Only downfall is that the shade range is not as wide as the Makeup Forever Ultra HD range.

The bottle - 1 fl oz

3. EX1 Cosmetics Invisiwear Liquid Foundation...This foundation is perfect for a full coverage look without making you look too 'cakey'. EX1 Cosmetics foundations only come in a few shades (5) because their aimed demographic is in Italy where there are primarily olive-skinned women. This foundation is sold online for only $17 and is oil-free so if you have oily skin this will be perfect for you. This can be built for a full coverage flawless look or you can use less for the perfect everyday look! The only problem is their shade range, if only they had shades for us all this would be #1 on my list.

The bottle - 1.01 fl oz

4. MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation...This foundation is next on my list because it gives great coverage and it has SPF! Many foundations nowadays lack SPF because they are afraid of giving a "white-cast" look in photographs with flash, but in some places we need SPF daily so it is awesome when you can get a two-for-one deal with you makeup! At only $28 this foundation is very full coverage and very light weight feeling on the skin, with a very good shade range as well. You rarely need concealer when using this foundation. Highly recommend for someone who likes to look good while also protecting their skin from the sun! Unless you're taking pictures with flash the SPF is not visible. Only downfall is that there is no pump.

The bottle - 1 fl oz

5. CoverGirl Outlast Stay Luminous Foundation...Last but not least is the foundation that is the cheapest and most luminous out of all the foundations on this list. At only $9, this foundation gives a light/medium coverage look while still feeling comfortable and giving a subtle luminosity to the face. This perfect for everyday wear and for people who want a flawless face without paying a high-end price. Good shade range and it comes with a pump unlike some other drugstore foundations. Great for all skin types as well!

The bottle - 1 fl oz

*ALL OF THESE WORK WELL WHEN USING BRUSHES OR A BEAUTY SPONGE*

So those are my top 5 favorite foundations, this list probably changes every 2 or 3 years, but some of these have been on the list for a while now! Next post I will talk about the benefits of BB/CC Creams and how to use them as well as listing some of my drugstore and high-end personal favorites! Hope this was helpful and informative! Comment your favorite foundations if you want! Bye!!!

*There are no rules to makeup just suggestions and advice!*