Korres Abyssinia Oil Volumising Mascara

I got sucked into the beauty aisle at Winners. A dangerous place for someone with a love for bargains and high end makeup. There were other products by brands like Pixi, Stilla, Elizabeth Arden and the list goes on. I was pretty impressed and settled on Korres Abyssinia Oil Mascara.

I bought this for $7.99. Winners said the original price was $23.99 *remember all prices listed on this blog are in Canadian dollars.

So we know it's a good deal, now onto the quality of the product.

I like the effect it has on my lashes. As you can see from the photos, it isn't too dramatic. I don't find my lashes are as defined, long or voluminous compared to using Revlon Grow Luscious Plumping. It also droops throughout the day, not long lasting.

However, I find this mascara gives my lashes a 'feathery' quality that is pretty :)

The brush is tiny! I have a lot of control with it and I'm able to get into every nook and cranny! This mascara works well on both top and bottom lashes. I read on another blog that this product is 'all natural' and is formulated without parabens. It doesn't leave my lashes feeling damaged and it easy to remove.

Overall: I'm not over the moon about this mascara. If you are looking for a more natural look it might be perfect for you! I like the ingredients and integrity of the brand. Though I won't be repurchasing this mascara, it isn't a regret!

On a personal note.. sorry I've been slow responding to comments, tweets and checking out other blogs. This week has been pretty hectic. I haven't even had the chance to watch trashy reality television :O

With that in mind, are there any tv shows I need to watch? People always recommend Breaking Bad and Game of Thrones but I gravitate towards Bravo..

Everyday Eye Makeup!

Sometimes I fall into a 'makeup rut' where I use the same products over and over again simply out of convenience and lack of creativity. The colours in this quad, though basic, can be used in different ways to create some really cool looks, helping me 'keep it fresh' ;)

 This post is what I wear to school and work (when I'm in the eye shadow type of mood). The lighting here is a bit dodgy (UK Girls, did I use that word correctly!?) but I hope you like the post regardless! :) What do you use everyday? 

L'Oreal studio secrets eyeshadow quad in forest smokes: I use the dark brown to line my eyes, the gold as a lid colour and the creamy shade as a highlight.

I never use the dark green colour, I find the glitter makes it hard to wear.

Revlon Grow Luscious Plumping Mascara: I've been using this since July and LOVE it!

Just mascara.

Final look: mascara & eyeshadow.

Une Petite Haul

And when I say petite-I mean petite!
I just came home and wanted to photograph my afternoon purchases :)

without flash

with flash

• I've wanted a pair of detailed, eyelet shorts for a while. Therefore I was helpless when I saw them at Smart Set (on sale for $19). Can't wait to wear them this Canada Day!
• My current mascara is waaay past it's expiration date. It's been chugging along for a solid 5 months. I went to Shoppers and decided to try the Grow Luscious Plumping mascara. I've heard a lot about the regular Grow Luscious formula but not much about the plumping version. My expectations for growing effects are not high but curiosity got the best of me. I'll let you know what I think of the product!
• I got the Revlon Colorburst Lipstick in 070 Soft Nude. It looks very nude/brown on my lips and as much as I hate to admit it...I think the packaging might be the best part of this product. 

More to come soon! Let me know what you want to see on this blog, I live to please! :P

***Anyone watching Real Housewives of New York? Currently I'm loving Carole!

Review: Loreal Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara

This is my favorite drugstore mascara. The brush is extremely easy to use. I prefer long and thin brushes because I find they get every lash! This mascara doesn't clump, the formula is jet black and has amazing staying power...

Which brings me to the negatives. Although it is waterproof it is also makeup remover proof. This stuff takes way too much work to get off. Believe me, I don't want to spend 10 minutes trying to remove mascara and be left with a sticky black residue on my face!

Overall, the mascara delivers fresh faced lashes. They look much longer and darker. It isn't incredibly volumizing but it works for me. 

Thanks for reading my blog! I really appreciate all the lovely comments!
What is your favorite drugstore mascara?

Review: Fresh Supernova Mascara

This has been my favorite mascara for about 2 years now. No matter what I try nothing seems to top the jet black lengthening and defining effects of this mascara.

Although most beauty junkies wouldn't think of Fresh as a great mascara brand, this unlikely tube is impressive. My eyelashes are short, sparse and light. I always joke that I have 10 eyelashes on both top and bottom :P

But they seem to transform into feminine, defined eyelashes after 1 or 2 coats of this mascara. I don't know if it's  just me, or if other people have had the same results. I never hear any hype about this product.

So why not start? Everyone-run to the store NOW!

these results may not seem uber dramatic, but i found a noticeable change-sorry for no 'before' picture :(

couldn't resist including my favorite easter chocolate. yes, the turtle did split open with more chocolate goodies inside.

By the way, thanks to everyone who is reading this blog! I really enjoy posting and I hope it shows :)