REVIEW: Milani Shadow Wear Eye Shadow Quad in Autumn Earth

(Source: http://walgreens.com)

Fall is right around the corner and it can be tricky to find the perfect colors to compliment your eyes this season. Well look no further! Milani eyeshadows are what I believe to be the most underrated shadows at drugstores. Their quality is comparable to high-end department store brands with wonderful color payoff.

This quad is the perfect collection of shadows to introduce the fall season. The colors consist of a frosty shimmery white color (ideal for a highlight), a beautiful shimmery clover green, an orangey-gold color (comparable to MAC's Amber Lights) and a dark shimmery copper color with reddish undertones.

I've worn this quad regularly and can honestly say it is a must-have in my makeup bag. The colors last all day without creasing on your eyelids and are so flattering, especially on brown eyes. At first impression, the orangey color did not look wearable for my skintone but I was pleasantly surprised when I found that it worked fine. In fact, it was probably the color that made my eyes pop the most :)

If you have not heard or tried Milani* shadows, make this quad your introduction to the brand OR any of Milani's gorgeous 7 other quads, if these colors aren't your cup of tea. I'm dying to try Exotic Berries and Dreamy Baby next!

Have any of you tried Milani's other quads, or this quad in particular? How did you like them? Let me know!

* Milani eyeshadows are available at select drugstores ranging from $3-7 (try Walgreens or Harmon!)

REVIEW/FIRST IMPRESSION: MAC Studio Sculpt Foundation SPF 15

(Source: http://temptalia.com)

I am by no means a MAC foundation fan. I've always felt their foundations were too heavy for me, not to mention a few have broken me out. I strayed away from them until I came across this one. The gel-based formula got my attention because it was more suitable for my oily skin so I gave it a go. Upon first application I immediately felt a difference. I loved the texture, how non-greasy it was and how it just glided onto my skin. The shade NC30 was also a perfect match for my skin tone and didn't oxidize on me. The coverage is buildable depending on your needs and it comes in a nice slim tube which I like. I can throw it in my purse and not worrying about making a mess. I think I paid about $28 which is pretty steeper than I usually spend on foundation. I would definitely repurchase if the price was lower.

REVIEW: E.L.F. Studio Powder Brush

Ever apply liquid foundation but your face always just ends up looking cakey, no matter how little you apply? Or do you need your foundation to cover up those acne scars but just isn't doing the trick? Well this is THE brush for you. WOW.

I've read so many rave reviews about this brush and had to try it out for myself. After ordering it off the elf website (eyeslipsface.com), I tried using it to stipple on my Revlon Colorstay foundation and wow. My skin looked amazing! It gave me the perfect coverage to cover up my acne scars and really gave me that second skin look. Even my mom complimented me on how well my foundation sunk into my skin (She's always the one to say how it looks caked on).

This brush paired with any liquid or powder foundation gives your face that airbrushed finish. It's also a steal at $3! So much bang for your buck! I'll continue to repurchase this so as long as the elf gods do not discontinue this gem.

Welcome

Hello loves or whoever is reading this blog!

I've decided to revamp my blogger from personal to public to share my thoughts with the world. Here you will find reviews on beauty products I'm enjoying, restaurant recommendations, tips on relationships, possibly even some tutorials, etc. Anything goes. Be sure to check back often to see what's up =) In the meantime feel free to leave a comment below on any requests on blogs.

- Andria