Tag: mineral makeup

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e.l.f. Studio SPF 45 Sunscreen Loose Powder Review

June 6, 2012

e.l.f. SPF 45 powder

Weekly Cheap Secret:

We all know that wearing sunscreen is important. Adults that wear sunscreen daily have a 50% less chance of developing skin cancer. And it helps to reduce the look of premature aging. People are vain and I believe this is what makes sunscreen really sell!

I had to try this Loose Powder SPF 45 Sunscreen by e.l.f. Studio. I apply sunscreen daily to exposed areas and my foundation contains SPF too. This is good enough for most days… Continue reading | 7 Comments

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Alima Pure Minerals Eyeshadow Review – Shades of Taupe

June 9, 2011
Alima Pure Mineral Eyeshadow Review
Alima Pure eyeshadow samples, no flash

I’ve been really happy with most of the Alima Pure Mineral products that I have ordered. They have wonderful matte shades for the eyes and face. And all of the eyeshadows have been very pretty and easy to use. Here are some swatches of “shades of purple”. Not all of the shades are purple but they do have purple in them: purple, eggplant, mauve, cool-toned taupes. All of these shades work together. I love the… Continue reading | 6 Comments

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Crazy Rumors HibisKiss Tinted Lip Balm Lip Color Review

April 23, 2011

Crazy Rumors HibisKiss Lip Color

I love tinted lip balms because they are so easy. Isn’t this the reason that everyone loves them? They provide a little lip color plus they are a treatment. These are awesome for my “natural” makeup days. Crazy Rumors HibisKiss Lip Color comes in 6 sheer shades and I am reviewing Tropical, but I’d love to get my hands on the others.

I saw Crazy Rumors HibisKiss Lip Color in Tropical on a stylish gal on mass transit. She had a great… Continue reading | 6 Comments

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The Lipstick League – Week of 4.4.2011

April 10, 2011
Gary Newman
Gary Newman, it's Autism Awareness Month.

The Lipstick League – week of 4.4.11

Question: What’s your skin care routine?

EauMG’s Answer: Oh, geez, complexity, that’s my routine. My collection of skincare products are like that of a Texan oil tycoon’s trophy wife. I inherited my love skincare product’s from my grandmother. She had her own bathroom just for spa and skincare products. I have a separate routine for morning and night, using different products. In the morning: wash, tone, serum, eye serum, moisturizer

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Everyday Minerals Mineral Eyeshadow Review – Neutrals

February 23, 2011
Everyday Minerals Eyeshadow Review
Picture of samples with flash on.

Here’s reviews and swatches of Everyday Minerals Mineral Eyeshadow, a mineral makeup company located in Austin, Texas. These colors are light neutrals ranging from a matte to a shimmer finish.

1 – Chamomile Shimmer Eyeshadow – This is an awesome pale yellow with buttery gold shimmer. This is a great base for light “ruddy” complexions. The yellow neutralizes redness on the lids. Overall it gives a very delicate look.

2 – Sea Horse Pearl Eyeshadow

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