First Haul Post! Revlon and E.L.F. Galore

The first announcement is that I figured out how to manipulate the color setting on my camera, so now all the photos are 99% what they look like in person (to me). I was finally able to capture the color of NYX Rouge Blush in Boho Chic (this really made me so happy. It was pathetic):

 Isn't it beautiful?

Now on to the review! We'll start with Revlon, because that part is smaller. I took advantage of two great sales that were going on: Revlon BOGO at CVS and Revlon 40% off at Walgreens. I bought a ColorStay Mineral Blush in the shade Petal and a ColorStay Mineral Bronzer in the shade Golden Bronze (which I was hitting pan on). 

                                          

 Here's a swatch of the bronzer. The blush shows up on my face and wrist, but not in pictures for some reason. It's actually swatched right under the bronzer in this photo. I can see it, but the camera can't. These are usually $13.99 each regularly ($11.99 at Target btw). So during BOGO, I got each one for $7.

Next I went to Walgreens and bought Revlon Colorstay in the Combination/Oily formula in the shade 180 Sand Beige (which I'm loving) and Revlon Matte Lipstick in Pink Pout.

                                                    

I swatched an alreadly open Revlon Matte in Pink Pout at Walmart a while ago and fell in love with the slightly-lilac slightly-bubble gum color. However, when I bought my tube from Walgreens and got it home, I realized it's the right shade (on the tube),but the color is different (similar but completely different). Observe below:

                                           
Left: My swatch and tube Right: Internet images of the swatch and tube. Most photos show the tube even more lilac tinted than this!
I really don't know why this is. I want the color on the right, not the left. I will probably return the lipstick for another shade from the Super Lustrous line which I love. But despite my disappointment, I did get a great deal and the lipstick quality is nice. At 40% off, I bought the lipstick for $4.79 and the foundation for $7.79. Plus I received a great coupon for $5 dollars off my next Revlon cosmetics purchase at Walgreens! Are you thinking what I'm thinking??? Two lippies!

Now for the E.L.F. haul.

Studio Small Smudge Brush

 This is slightly pinker in person.

The sharpener is built in! 

Left: E.L.F Blending Brush Right: Mary Kay Crease Brush

I just happen to own the Mary Kay Crease brush, but it isn't soft anymore. So I bought a replacement. They differ in shape, so I don't know if I'll like it or not.

E.L.F. Studio Contouring Blush and Bronzing Powder

blush is pinker than swatch

 free gift for referring friends!

I'm so excited to try everything. I really love E.L.F. Let me know if you want reviews on anything, and don't forget to comment on the previous post about which Mark. product I should review first!

Wet n Wild LashIntense Mascara Review

I bought this mascara at CVS for somewhere around $4. I was doubtful that it would work,but the packaging was really pretty, so I gave in! (Oh, you impulsive shopper, you!) The brush is rubber and has three rows of bristles fanned out on one side and a comb(one row of straight bristles) on the other. (Anyone ever notice how weird the word bristles is?) I was ecstatic when I tried it! It is definitely one of my all time favorite mascaras, and I can see my self repurchasing this indefinitely. (Please, don't stop making this, WnW!)

Some pictures:

(I couldn't really get the camera to focus on the straight on angle)

(brush photo from: http://www.musingsofamuse.com/2009/01/beauty-on-budget-wet-n-wild-lash.html)

 Size Comparison

I really love the fantastic effects of this mascara, and the low price doesn't hurt either! As a warning, this is not waterproof, so no crying when you realize how much you love it! Not being waterproof does make it easy to remove though, which I love. Most mascaras never want to come off of my lashes...(anyone else have this problem- even after using eye makeup removers!? Me too.)

This product is a 5/5 all around!

Note: I bought this with my own money and was not paid for this review and am not affiliated with Wet n Wild Cosmetics.

Rimmel Glam Eyes Review in Glam Ice

After reading Nouveau Cheap's  review of Rimmel Glam Eyes a while ago (See Here), I've had my eyes set on one. Now you might be asking, "With such cute fresh colors, why did you pick white?'. The answer is- I was in desperate need of a dramatic highlighter (I know, I know. Who doesn't have a highlighter? Me- until now.). Don't get me wrong. I have "highlighter" shades, but they were mostly just lighter shades. I never owned that perfect pearlescent white highlighter shade until now! Glam Ice is no plain boring white. It is shimmery (not glittery) and is so so pigmented. I used it with UDPP, so I didn't see any creasing. Since it's mostly a highlighter shade, it wouldn't be creasing anyway, but it might wear off or other shades might crease- I don't know sorry. I'll try it and let you know! 

And I know this doesn't contribute to the quality of the product, but the packaging and design are just so cute! (but not in a little girl way)

                                        

Top: one swipes    Bottom: Two swipes

Product Rating:

Quality of Product: 5/5

Design: 5/5

Function: 5/5

Staying Power: N/A

Color Selection: 3/5

Overall: 4 (because I wish it came in more than like 5 colors) I would repurchase!

Review: Jesse's Girl Nail Polish in Blue Moon

Notice: I bought this product with my own money and was not endorsed or provided with a free product to supply this review. All opinions are my own and honest.

First review! 

I bought this polish at Rite-Aid for $2.99 because I had heard of the brand, but never used it. I was nervous about trying this product, but this color was so enchanting and mesmerizing, I just couldn't resist! Though it is called Blue Moon, it is really more of a chromatic royal purple. I didn't even check the name when I bought it; the color was just so amazing.

As for the quality of the product, not so great....It took several (more than 3!) coats to become opaque, took forever to dry, chipped easily, so on and so forth. However, I will use this product again in the future, when I know I have enough time to labor on the application, because that's how much I love this color (crazy? I don't know.)

Since this is my first Jesse's Girl product, I'm a little disappointed and not so excited to try anything else. I've heard good things, but I just wouldn't want to waste my money! So let me know: Have you tried any  Jesse's Girl nail polishes? What about other Jesse's Girl products? Tell me your loves and hates! Thanks!

-Melissa the Dilettante