"Under the Weather" Beauty Essentials

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The Lipstick I Never Wear...

Here's a look at two lip products I wish I had the balls to wear!

1. Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick in Jet Set: A true ruby red complete with a matte finish. I love this colour and originally bought it as costume makeup for a friend. When I wear it I find it brings out too much redness in my skin. Whether that be acne or leftover scarring. I think it would look beautiful on other people though! 

Also, the formulation is amazing. Very smooth and moisturizing, not at all what I expected from a $6 lipstick.

2. Lancome Juicy Tubes in Sweetheart: It is a berry toned gloss with lots of shine and chunks of gold glitter. Beautiful to swatch and admire on the vanity, but not practical enough for me. 

Are there any lip products you own but rarely wear? 

***Reality tv show catch-up!

This summer I have indulged, not in chocolate, an extravagant vacation or a boyfriend, but in trashy reality television. I could dedicate an entire post to why people watch this stuff..but rather than analyze I figured I'd just enjoy it.

Currently I'm watching Real Housewives of New York and New Jersey. I have found my favourites from NY. The witty and unconventionally beautiful Carole Radziwell and the emotionally unstable and ridiculously fun Sonja Morgan. Look this series up on TV links, it is worth a watch.

And my black horse this season is Gallery Girls! All about Manhattan's uber competitive and chic art scene. Seven women busting their a**es to land internships and work for the best of the best. There are some awesome characters. I think I am gravitating to sassy/artsy Liz and quiet/qualified Maggie.

Is anyone else watching these shows? C'mon guys...don't leave me out here alone!

Products I Regret Buying #1

Hey everyone! Hope you are doing well, sorry the blog has been a bit slack as of late. Life has become very busy, this summer has certainly been a plot twist but I am enjoying it nonetheless!

These posts are pretty popular in the youtube world and blogosphere, I thought I might as well add my own take on the whiny, negative, 'products I regret buying' trend.

Herbal Essences Body Envy Mousse: I don't even remember why I purchased this in the first place. Honest to god it was so random. And especially embarrassing because I pride myself on being frugal! Anywho...this mousse didn't do anything for my hair (which is naturally flat). It promised body, volume, I envisioned something like the women in the commercials...but this product did no such thing. On top of that it smells very chemical-y *eeeewwww*

Lancome Eye Shadow Quad: This came in a gift set and I was very excited to try it. The colours are wearable and pigmented. Unfortunately (as the photo demonstrates) there is a TON of fallout and therefore these shadows are difficult to use.

Clinique Up-Lighting Liquid Illuminator: This colour isn't complimentary for my fair skin tone. It is kind of peachy with rose hues. It might work for someone with darker colour but it just didn't look right on me. Also, I found the product very streaky and it took a lot of blending to make it look (somewhat) natural.

Philosophy Marshmallows for Toasting Lipgloss: I loved the shimmer in this gloss, it is finely milled and looks lovely on the lips! However it is the stickiest gloss I have every used! And similar to the Herbal Essences mousse...the smell only contributed to my negative impression. It smelt more like burnt to a crisp marshmallows rather than the perfectly toasted ones I had in mind.

streaky!

Did you like this post? I had mixed feelings about doing it because it is sooo complain-y!

#firstworldproblems much?

Lancome Juicy Tubes: Pink Bling

Just wanted to make a quick post about a beautiful product! Juicy Tubes are lipgloss with longevity, for as long as I've gone to department stores with my Mom, these glosses have been around. 

They add a transparent shine to your lips and are universally flattering. I received a gift set at christmas with at least 5 different colours. They smell sweet and have a fruity flavour. I love them all but Pink Bling is probably my favourite. Lancome's website describes them as giving a "glamourous lacquered effect" I couldn't agree more. What is your favourite Juicy Tube colour? Would you be interested in seeing more swatches of the other shades?

June Empties!

Clinique Moisture Surge: Extremely hydrating, doesn't clog pores or irritate my skin. Works well under makeup in the morning, at night or as a 5 minute moisture mask. Downside is the packaging, jars are unsanitary. Repurchase? Yes, or I will wait to get more deluxe sample sizes that come in the more hygienic tube.


Lancome Creme Radiance Cleanser: Lasted 6 months! A little goes a long way with this product. Smells good, formula really cleans skin. Downside is the price (over $40) yikes! Repurchase? Not right now as I have been loving my Cetaphil cleanser.


Sephora by OPI Nail Polish Remover: Gentle but powerful! Removes the glittery-ist of nail polishes. Not much else I can say besides I like the sleek look of the bottle. Repurchase? Again, no because of price. The drugstore nail polish remover is just as good.


Neutrogena Sport Face Spf 70+: Loved this product. Seriously protected my skin and didn't smell like your traditional sunscreen. Despite being a think cream it was absorbed relatively quickly. Repurchase? I bought this in America and haven't found it yet in Canada..


I know I don't have very many to share, and truth be told, I don't go through many products :P
Let me know what you think and maybe I'll keep doing "empties" posts! Hope you're having a good weekend, is anyone celebrating Canada Day??


xx Veronica

Makeup Deception! Lancome Colour Design

I have been fooled-by a lipstick! :(
I expected this product to be a muted, pink bordering on nude. In stick form in looks extremely manageable and as someone who appreciates a more 'understated look' I had some thought this would become a makeup staple. But when I put it on my lips it was a much more vibrant pink and bordered on having purple hues!


That being said the formula itself is lovely, it glides on and moisturizes well. The packaging is a little bland and doesn't look high-end but I suppose it's the product that counts *rolls eyes*


After being a little disappointed I now embrace this colour. It is brought out for special occasions and sometimes just smudged on my lips so it looks more like a lip tint.

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what happened!?

obligatory packaging shot

Have you used any lipsticks that really surprised you?

Thanks for reading and happy weekend :)

xx Veronica

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