Beauty Product Reviews | Page 3

Great synthetic brush

This is a great powder brush! The bristles are cut so they're shorter on the outside and get longer as they go in giving it nice movement and flexibility. The tapered point is perfect for applying powder products in a precise manner and because it's not dense, the blend is light with an airbrushed look. The brush is well made, washes and dries beautifully and has a lightweight, but not cheap feel. I'm not typically a fan of synthetic brushes but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I like this one. I highly recommend it and the price is a downright steal!

I love tinted balms so I bought this as soon as it launched and it's really nice. It applies evenly, can be worn as a tint or built up for fuller color payoff and lasts longer that I expected. I like that I don't need a mirror to reapply and that it seems to smooth out lines in my lips. I took off 1 star because I don't find it to be all that hydrating and, while Twilight Lane is a beautiful color, it's more of a mauvy nude than the deep berry I was hoping for and that it claims to be. Those two minor issues aside, I have been reaching for this a lot and do recommend it.

I usually use gel liner but haven't been able to find one that's a true navy, so I decided to try this. The formula is very thin and almost watery so it does take two coats to get full opacity, but that's my only issue, and it's minor. I apply this with a very thin angled brush and once it sets, it doesn't budge until I remove it. It doesn't peel, flake or fade throughout the day. I'm also very happy with the color as it's the matte deep inky navy that I've been searching for and it definitely makes my dark brown eyes pop. The color selection is great and includes many that just aren't found in typical gel liners. Definitely recommend.

This is a beautiful loose highlighter. It's not easy to find a highlight shade that works for those of us that may or may not be vampires, but Tranquility is a perfect pale icy pink. The formula is weightless, blends seamlessly and is very high shine. My one complaint is that there's silver micro glitter throughout, which is something I'm not crazy about in any highlight but others may not mind. The packaging is spot on as the top has a sifter that twists to close so it's not messy like many other loose highlighters. Like most Danessa Myricks products, this has a fantastic shade range so anyone can find one that works for their skintone. If you like intense, seen from space highlighters, I definitely recommend this!

New favorite

I'm going to echo the other reviews and say I love this! At first I wasn't sure how I would use it, as a moisturizer or primer, but on my combo oily skin, it's best as a primer. It smooths my skin, doesn't pill up and doesn't change the way my makeup applies. The best part for me is that it really does extend the wear of my makeup by keeping my skin matte longer. I love that the bottle is sturdy plastic as it's great for travel. I can't recommend this enough and I won't be without it!

I never had acne, even as a teenager, but in my early 30s, I developed horrible cystic acne and for 2 yrs, nothing worked. I was ready to see a dermatologist when a friend suggested this and it transformed my skin. In one week, the acne started to clear and in about a month, it was gone. I've used this every day for almost 7 yrs and the cystic acne hasn't returned. This was my first venture into acids and at a low level, this never irritated my ultra sensitive and reactive skin. I won't be without it and cannot recommend it enough.

Shadow sticks are a newer love of mine and this formula is my favorite. Misty Rocky is a beautiful mid toned taupe with a lavender undertone and lots of silver and gold micro-glitter. It's easy to apply and blend and I never get any fallout. It's great as an all over lid shade by itself or to amp up any shadow look. I do find it creases and can fade if I don't use a primer and, as I have hooded eyes, I apply it over glitter glue and have no issues. I highly recommend!

Scent is too strong

I've wanted to try the Baum de Rose lip balm for a long time but don't like balms in pots so I bought this instead. Although the formula is creamy and seemed hydrating, the intense rose scent never faded and gave me a headache quickly. Even after I removed the balm, the scent continued to linger for about 15 min. I love the scent of rose but this was too much for me so I had to return it.

Not for me

I've never bought anything from Juno & Co but had the chance to try this when it came in my Lucky Bag. I have ultra sensitive, reactive skin and although it did not cause any irritation, it did not provide enough hydration for my combo skin type. It's a very thick and rich cream but my skin felt matte and dry almost immediately after applying it. I tried to add a few drops of Marula oil on top, as I usually do after moisturizer, but this pilled up terribly. It doesn't have a strong, lasting scent and may be better for those with oily skin but it's just not one that works for me.

A favorite

I don't wear warm toned eyeshadow so when this palette, a neutral leaning cool palette, was announced, I bought it the immediately. It's not completely cool toned so it's a nice option for anyone looking to try them but still have neutrals to fall back. My only critique is that I think the coral shade should have been a cool toned plum or deeper gray but other than that, it's a fantastic palette. What makes this different is the addition of a warmer toned silver rather than an icy one but it works perfectly. It's true what everyone says about ABH shadows, the mattes are powdery so tap in gently and knock off the excess, and most shimmers are very silicone heavy so they apply best with a finger or sponge applicator but these are all easy rules to follow. I definitely recommend this palette and suggest that those still interested should get it now because, as a limited edition product, it's becoming increasingly difficult to find.