BoxyCharm August 2019 Review/Photos

I'm falling behind...yikes! Here's August 2019, enjoy!


Wander Beauty Glow Ahead Illuminating Face Oil - Yes, face oils are all the rage but Wander Beauty stands out. It helps brighten, moisturize, and improve the appearance of skin over time. They recommend 2-3 drops; I choose to double that amount. The gorgeous pink pearlized does everything it advertises. While the glow is subtle - they’re definitely improving my skin. I only wish the pink glow was more prominent. Retails for $42.

Tarte Big Ego Mascara - I have a new favorite mascara! The case/package is such a neon pink that it can barely be photographed. With 1 coat my lashes popped more than any other mascara. And 3 coats will lift your lashes and delivers a fully-loaded look that lasts up to 16 hours. Retails for $23

PÜR Pink X Barbie Glitterally Pink Signature Brightening Peel Off Mask - I was torn with this mask; it's a brilliant glitter peel off (yay) but another brightening (ugh) mask. That wasn't the only benefit it offered as the main selling point. It was quite stellar at deep cleaning our my pores. Bring on more of these masks! Retails for $26

Lashaholic Lashes - Of the many subscription boxes I have over many (many, many) months - never have I ever received lashes. CRIMINAL. I'm unfamiliar with this brand and hope more lashes are to come in future boxes. These lashes were a bit of a struggle. As you can see from the photos they look beautiful and have a thick lash line for the illusion of eyeliner. The thick band made is difficult to apply, more so than my other lashes - I spend 30 plus minutes. Skip these! Retails for $15

Becca Hydra-Mist & Refresh Powder - Winner, Winner chicken dinner! Like setting sprays I don't use setting powder. It's 90% cause I'm lazy hehe. I have a basic $5 drug one that it pretty terrible and turns my skin ghost-like sheen. But this Hydra-Mist Set & Refresh Powder is unlike any other. It's offered in 2 shades in this weightless powder. It's formulated with 50% water, so when applied it has this cool mist-like effect. Ultra-fine, light-reflecting powders float over skin to smooth and blur the look of fine lines and imperfections. Reapply it as needed to keep makeup looking fresh all day. Retails for $39

EW Taylor Swift May 2019 Inspired Makeup

If you follow my blog, then you know over the last year it's mainly been Ipsy reviews. Ever since I moved back to Chicago I haven't really felt too much inspiration. The last 9 month I have been temping for this company - putting in the hard work until I was made permanent. Once it happened, a great weight lifted off my soul and this few weeks I've upped my social media game. Along with increasing my blog flow (not just Ipsy posts anymore. YAY!). 

When my Entertainment Weekly with Taylor Swift on the cover came last month, I KNEW that I NEEDED to recreated her look. It made me miss all the years I had neon colored hair; every color of the rainbow to be exact. 

I liked how this FOTD came out. With the exception of my lashes looking a little lopsided (time to get back into the falsie groove).

Products Used:

Face

Tarte base tape primer

Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation in Shell Beach
Urban Decay Baked Bronzer in Gilded
Ofra highlighter in Rodeo Drive

Lips 

Kat Von D's Painted Love Lipstick in Celebutard

Eyes

Urban Decay eyeshadow Primer Potion anti-aging
Pur Be Your Selfie palette in Pure and Charming
Pur Festival palette in Wild Child, Psychedelic and Free Spirit
Naked Cosmetics in Cotton Candy, and Twilight
Smashbox Always On Gel liner in Fishnet
Doucce's Punk Volumizer Mascara
Ardell fashion glamour lashes in 117
Urban Decay Double Down Brow in Brown Sugar

 

Halloween 2011: Lashes

I was so excited when I found these lashes at Ulta! How nifty are they? I don't wear crazy lashes, I usually opt for the normal ones. But I really got excited about them. They are absolutely gorgeous and dramatic. Unfortunately, they are flimsy and way too big. I would never wear them out and I got as far as 2 hours wearing them. It;s a no-go. Sad panda!