Category Archives: A

Product receiving a grade of A-, A, or A+

Review & Swatches: Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in “Lilac Rose”

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Allura

Bobbi Brown’s newest Shimmer Brick releases with its Spring 2013 Lilac Rose Collection. The Shimmer Brick in Lilac Rose contains shades of pink, golden pink, and icy pink pearl. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Victoria’s Secret Color Lust Glossy Lip Stain in “Attraction”

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Allura

Victoria’s Secret Beauty has released a new lip product–the Color Lust Glossy Lip Stain–in seven (7) shades as part of its Spring 2013 collection. This review is for the Color Lust Glossy Lip Stain in Attraction–a fiery coral-red. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Sephora Outrageous Prisma Chrome Metallic Eyeshadow in “Metallic Beige”

Posted on April 13, 2013 by Allura

Sephora’s new Outrageous Prisma Chrome Metallic eye shadow formula gives an intense, luminous chrome effect. This eye shadow comes in eight (8) different shades. This review is for the shade Metallic Beige. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: MAC Baking Beauties Pearlmatte Face Powders

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Allura

This review is for the two (2) limited-edition Pearlmatte Face Powders releasing with MAC’s Baking Beauties Collection for Spring 2013. This post includes photographs and swatches of the following colors:

In For A Treat: Champagne base with matte coral flowers and mint leaves
Pink Buttercream: Light silvery pink base with dark pink flowers and periwinkle leaves

Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: MAC Baking Beauties Pro Longwear Paint Pots

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Allura

This review is for the three (3) new, limited-edition Pro Longwear Paint Pots releasing with MAC’s Baking Beauties Collection for Spring 2013. This post includes photographs and swatches of the following colors:

Fancy Frosting: Frosted white
Mooncake: Warm beige
Eclair: Light chocolate with gold pearlized pigments

Let’s Skate and Dangerous Cuvee, which are permanent colors, are also promoted with this collection. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Sephora Colorful Eyeshadow in No. 49 “Be On The A-List”

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Allura

I will be reviewing all of the new colors offered in the Colorful Eyeshadow Collection. This review is for the shade No. 49 Be On The A-List–a light shimmering taupe. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Sephora Colorful Eyeshadow in No. 88 “Morning Mocha”

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Allura

I will be reviewing all of the new colors offered in the Colorful Eyeshadow Collection. This review is for the shade No. 88 Morning Mocha–a matte dark chocolate. Continue reading →

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Review: Sun Bum PRO SPF 50 Premium Endurance Sunscreen

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Allura

Sun Bum is a lifestyle brand of sun protection formulas for the outdoors enthusiast. Their Premium Endurance Sunscreens comes in SPF 30 and 50, in 1.5 ounce and 3 ounce bottles, and are part of the brand’s PRO line of products. This review is for the Premium Endurance Sunscreen in SPF 50. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Gorgeous Cosmetics Shimmer Dust in “Sand Shimmer”

Posted on March 30, 2013 by Allura

Goregeous Cosmetics is an Australian cosmetics brand that has recently come to the United States and is now being sold at Nordstrom. Their line of Shimmer Dusts are loose powders that come in 13 shades and can be used on the eyes or face. This review is for the shade Sand Shimmer–a shimmering, pale tan. Continue reading →

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Review & Swatches: Sephora Colorful Eyeshadow in No. 68 “Satin Corset”

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Allura

I will be reviewing all of the new colors offered in the Colorful Eyeshadow Collection. This review is for the shade No. 68 Satin Corset–a shimmering beige. Continue reading →