Beauty Product Reviews | Page 6

Buildable curl without clumps

This is my everyday mascara and for a perfectly good reason. I can easily build up the volume in my lashes without any clumpiness and that is all I ever ask for in life. I'm a 20 coats of mascara kind of girl and this has never let me down.

The bristles on this wand hug my tiniest lashes without getting mascara all over my eyelids. This is also my secret weapon for defeating raccoon eyes on my lower lash lines and when I do accidentally get product onto my under eyes.

As for formula, it is not overly dry nor is it too wet, it's right in the middle. I prefer my mascara to not be too wet because then I usually get product all over my eyes. Compared to other mascara's I've used, I have noticed my lashes feel more healthy and shiny (still short, but shiny!!).

If you're a 20 coats type of person like I am, I would give this a shot (or 20, haha).

My dry hair loves this leave-in so much

I've been using this Mango Butter Leave-In for only a few weeks now but in such short time my hair has transformed into shinier and more hydrated tresses!

Dry hair has always been something I've struggled with and I have used so many high end and drugstore hair treatments. Then this little guy found his way into my life and my hair is happily in love with it!!

This is a leave-in so after I use my Mango shampoo then Mango Mask I use this product to lock in moisture. I will say, I wish this gave more of a sheen to my hair with initial use but the overall effects have proven to work far better for me. My hair feels hydrated and shinier. I never really experienced this before in my adult life and thinking about that makes me sad. But now that I have my Mango Butter products from Klorane, I know brighter days are ahead.

The scent for this product is very mild and is not at all overpowering. I've been using this for about 6 weeks now and I've used about half the tube. I also have long, thick hair. 5/5 for me!

Soft wash of color on the lids, so pretty

This is my go-to for a quick and effortless eye look when I'm running late and I need to throw something in my purse to apply on my way to work (or at work sometimes, haha!). The color Bronzi Babe has high reflectivity and I sheer it out because less is more for me.

On days I want to add a bit more oomph to my eyes I'll use 99% Angel on the inner corners of the eyes and Bronzi Babe all over the lid and lower lash line. I have pretty oily eyelids and this never creases throughout the day but then again, I don't apply it much higher than my crease area so that could play a factor as well. I love how I don't need to set this product either. It sets itself. Less is definitely more and there was one occasion I went a little too heavy and spent a bit of time trying to make it work because it wouldn't dry and I gave myself creases like no tomorrow.

Good job with this Nudestix. Very effortless and minimal so true to the brand and I love it.

My sensitive, dry skin loves this mask!

I have very dry and sensitive skin with over-production of sebum on my nose. That means my skin lacks moisture and my nose constantly breaks out with black heads and pimples which can be pretty hard to live with sometimes.

I love this mask for several reasons with the primary reason being that this rebalances my skin and clears my pores while soothing the skin. I've tried many facial treatments and masks and I can't say I've come across others that perform like this.

Let's start with the smell. There is a lovely refreshing spa scent with a slight note of Lavender that I adore. My sensitive skin never minds lavender but if you find yourself allergic to essential oils I would spot test first.

Then there comes the performance. And oh my, what a spectacular performance this moisture mask does to my skin. Rebalancing is essential for my combination skin and I have used this mask a good amount of times but I have never felt like my skin was stripped or that my nose was bothered by the intense moisture this mask provides. It's pretty amazing if you ask me. A mask that rebalances without stripping the skin? Count me in for sure.

Application is super simple also. I start with a quarter size amount and apply it to my dry skin. I leave it on for much longer than recommended (usually an hour or more) and I've never come across any problems. When it's time to take off my moisture mask I usually go for a muslin cloth or simply use luke warm water. I then follow up with my regular skincare regimen.

If you have oily skin I recommend this because I do notice my blackheads are minimized the few days following using this mask. If you have dry or sensitive skin I also recommend this unless you can't tolerate Lavender. Impressive mask.

Such a lovely scent that fills my home!

I took a whim and decided to buy this candle without smelling it and without reading much about the brand. Yeah, I know, quite a whim. But I am very happy I decided to give it a try because this scent is so captivating!

Think of crisp April air that smells fresh and welcoming. That's exactly what this scent reminds me of. I feel like my home turns into a sea of natural wildlife and I'm running through the grass fields with mountains in a far distance and a river is nearby with a serene sound of the current pushing up against the rocks. Bright green grass and clean fresh air with trees that are healthy and strong. There's really no other way to describe this scent other than that.

Myrrhe is so strong and inviting but don't get it confused with overpowering, it is never too much for me and I consider my nose quite sensitive. The notes of Jasmine and Patchouli truly pull through and whenever I light this candle my mind is filled with calming and relaxing memories.

This candle also burns for quite a long time which I appreciate and it is nicely weighted. I find that one candle fills my entire home in about an hour and this candle has never become overwhelming to me or my visitors. Very lovely.

The bronzer brush of my dreams!

I would compare the size of this brush to Sonia G.'s Face Pro brush. Of course the hair types are different but the size of this brush just makes my heart float with so many butterflies! When this brush was created, I know my ultra-round face was kept in mind and I am so grateful for such consideration!!

Think of your traditional cheek brush then think of a more airy and fluffy version of that. That's exactly how I can describe Unit 107. I would consider myself an avid natural hair and synthetic hair brush collector and I must say I do not have similar brushes to this one in my collection. Not only are the bristles longer, the ferrule of the brush is slightly pinched at the tip, making the bristles fan out into this magnificent shape. Ugh, so in love!

I use Unit 107 for bronzer or on days when I'm in a rush, I quickly apply powder all over my face with this. So worth it!!

Subtle pop of color on the cheeks that brings my look together!

Love using the Peach Luminizer on my cheeks to create a soft and feminine glow. RMS Beauty excites me because I love looking like myself, only better whenever I choose to use makeuo. This luminizer is certainly not an exception and I'm so glad I picked it up!

This can be used on the cheekbones as a highlighter but I love to use it as a blusher for a multidimensional glow. The sheen is so fine, I have no idea how they do it.

I also don't feel any tackiness after applying this product. It blends into my skin like butter and wraps up my makeup look. I love to use this when I'm on the go and I don't have much time to apply makeup. This and the Un-Cover up and some mascara and I'm out the door!

For reference, I'm MAC NC 45 and if you're any darker this could definitely work well as a highlighter on the cheekbones. Lighter than NC 45 and it would work well as a blusher.

Didn't work out for me but works wonderfully for my sister with oily, acne-prone skin

I bought this a while back and tried it out. I have dry, sensitive skin and while this spray didn't break me out or dry out my skin, it simply didn't work for me. I felt like my skin was not as glowy as it usually is and I felt my skin was unbalanced. Those two together let me know for sure this wasn't the product for me.

I tossed this bottle in my makeup drawer and forgot about it for about 4 months. Then one day I was cleaning out my drawers and giving my sister some things I no longer wanted. My sister has extremely oily and acne-prone skin and she read the ingredients in this and was so excited to use this! Now my sister cannot live without this product and it truly works well for her skin type.

I recommend this product for anyone with oily and acne-prone skin. My sister uses two sprays in the evenings after removing makeup and says her skin is left feeling hydrated and refreshed with no clogged pores from makeup like she used to get.

So excited there is now a concealer to match the True Skin Foundation!!

Ooooooooohhhhh True Skin Foundation is one of a kind for me! It's lightweight and hydrating bust most importantly, it's good-for-your-skin makeup so I never feel conscious about using any of Ilia's products on my dry, sensitive skin.

Then came the concealer, oh, the concealer. It is such a perfect product for highlighting the high points of my face. I use the shade Birch and the doe foot applicator glides over my skin so easily. This concealer is truly a refreshing take on more traditional concealers because it doesn't aim to give full coverage. I get buildable coverage that never looks cakey and always feels luminous and refreshing underneath my eyes. This also doesn't crease easily but if you don't use a setting powder then it definitely will.

If you've tried the foundation I recommend pairing the concealer with it. And if you haven't tried the foundation, I really recommend giving it a shot and trying this concealer also. Dewy and hydrated is all I can say!

A delightful experience on my lips. Love, love, love!!

This lip gloss, in shade Tenderness to be specific, is such a wonderful addition to my beauty vanity! Not only is the packaging sleek and feminine, the application is out of this world! I like to think of myself as a lip gloss junkie of some sot because I simply can't get enough gloss in my life. I much rather prefer gloss over liquid lipsticks or traditional lipsticks.

Shade Tenderness gives the most amazing wash of color on the lips that is so effortless and classy. I wear this to work almost everyday and it is so nice an refreshing on the lips. First off, this gloss doesn't give that heavy, sticky feel. It is very lightweight and is NOT sticky which I love. The best way I can describe the feeling on the lips is if you were to apply a gloss without the stickiness and without the feeling on the lips.

Besides being lightweight and non-sticky, I've noticed the wear is quite long (usually about 4-6 hours without eating).

This is without a doubt a staple in my makeup routine and I highly recommend trying it. It will change your opinion of lip gloss!! I haven't ran out of my original yet and once I do I will surely grab the refill and a different shade to try!