The Loch Ness Monster Likes Makeup Too

I LOVE trying out mascaras. In fact, I usually have three or four open tubes at all times. I recently picked up Catrice Cosmetic's Pret a Volume Mascara to test it out because, ya know, who doesn't like volume? I've now been trying out this mascara for about a month, and I have some thoughts to share. Catrice claims that this mascara "provides ultra-volume in just a few seconds," and I think that's pretty accurate. It definitely volumizies your lashes, although it's by no means the most volumizing mascara I've ever used . However, it's only $7 , so I think that's fair. My only complaints about this mascara are 1) that it provides almost no extra length and 2) the formula is on the dry side, so it's a little tricky to apply. To get around these problems, I usually layer this product with other mascaras. So, if you're looking for a mascara that performs by itself with one swipe, I don't think this is the product you'...

I try out a lot of makeup. And, when I say a lot, I mean a LOT. Most of it works well for me, but there are always some products that just don't cooperate. And, recently, there have been a lot of products that have let me down. So, I decided to make a list of all the products that have let me down lately. I tried these terrible products so you don't have to. Consider it a public service announcement. You're welcome. Creme de la Creme Palette by ColourPop - I picked this product up from ColourPop's clearance section a few months ago. I was really excited to try it because I thought the shades looked perfect for my skin. Unfortunately, this palette let me down. The highlights just don't have any pigment! What they do have is glitter. Lots of it.  Basically, this palette just creates a glittery mess on my cheeks, and that's not a cute look in my opinion. TruNaked Queenship Shadow Stick by CoverGirl -  I got this product as a free sample when I purc...

It's been a few months since I've written an empties blog, which means I've accumulated a TON of used up products. So, buckle up because this is going to be a long, long post. Personally, I really like writing and reading/watching empties blogs. I like watching empties videos because it inspires me to use things up, and I like writing them because it gives me a sense of accomplishment. Plus, it's nice to feel like I'm actually getting my money's worth out of all the makeup I buy (and, trust me, I buy a lot of makeup). So, without further ado, let's get into it: Dandelion by Benefit - I use up a blush very seldomly. Obviously, a blush is tough product to use up because you only use a small amount each time you use it. That's why I'm so incredibly proud of myself for using up the Dandelion blush by Benefit. Granted, it was only a travel size, but it was still a pretty big accomplishment in my book. I've been on a no-buy with blush for a long...

It's been a while since I've written a 'New to My Collection' blog. It's been a crazy couple of months for me. In the past three months, I've moved twice and gotten a new job. However, my life is starting to get back to normal, so I'm starting to get back to blogging! I haven't purchased a lot of new products lately, but I do have a few things to chat about. So, without further ado, let's get into the new products: Facial Spray with Aloe, Chamomile and Lavender by Mario Badescu - I picked this spray up because I have the Rosewater Spray by Mario Badescu, and I think it's very refreshing. I like to use the Rosewater spray before going to bed and on days I'm not wearing makeup; it's also a pretty decent priming spray. I was hoping that the Lavender Spray would be similar, but I have to say that I'm not crazy about it so far. My biggest problem with this spray is the smell; it smells herbal, but it doesn't really smell like la...

Lately, I've been trying to buy more "drugstore" beauty products because, obviously, they're cheaper, and I know that many of you will be more likely to try them out. I've collected a significant number of new, drugstore products, so I thought I would do a mini-haul for you. If you don't know, a "drugstore" product is usually a beauty product that can be purchased at stores like Wal-Mart, CVS, Wallgreens, Target, or the grocery store for a relatively inexpensive price. Drugstore brands usually vary in avalibility depending on where you live; however, you can typically find most drugstore products online as well. In my case, I bought all the products I'm going to discuss from Wal-Mart, Ulta (which sells a bunch of drugstore brands), and Wet n' Wild's website. Baked Blush   by Milani ($8.50) - If you live on Planet Makeup at all, you've definitely heard the hype around Milani blushes, specifically Luminoso . Well, folks, I'm here...