I wanted to share with you my picks for the upcoming summer. Some of these products are "necessary", some are impulse buys, and some are just favorites I want to add to my collection. Read on if you'd like to know my thoughts on these items!
Anastasia Brow Wiz in Medium Ash (x2)- Love this pencil. I ventured briefly into the drugstore and tried Maybelline's Define a Brow, but its color was too warm and its texture too stiff.
NYX Butter Lipsticks in Juju, Lollies, and Candy Buttons- These were the impulse buy products. I was a little hesistant at first because NYX round lipsticks taste and smell like death, but these have no discernable scent or flavor to them. I'll have a review up for them soon!
Red Cherry lashes in #66- I wanted some dramatic falsies, and these were only 2 bucks at my beauty supply store!
Too Faced La Creme lipstick in Naughty Nude- I was looking for a peachy nude and this seemed to fit the bill. It leans a little brown but doesn't wash me out and looks great with a smokey eye.
Tarte Amazonian Clay Airbrush Foundation ($36 retail)- After seeing so many rave reviews on YouTube and loving their liquid version, I knew I had to try this. I actually started my makeup journey with loose powder foundations, so I'm excited to get back into it and go light for the upcoming summer. Granted, the color selection is poor but Medium-Tan Sand should fit me from NC35 to NC40. There is no match for NC25-30 but I don't reach for powders in the winter.
Smashbox BB Cream in Light/Medium ($39 retail)- It's super expensive for such a tiny tube, but I've already been using my Light shade (which I received in a swap) so religiously due to its amazing texture and finish. I had to get a darker shade for summer, since I think it's the perfect weight for heat and humidity.
HABA Fair Lady ($66 with tax online)- This tiny bottle of VitC serum came with a lot of samples, and I'm really looking forward to this improving my skin's hyper-pigmentation and broken capillaries. The results on Kate from Drivelaboutfrivol is undeniable and her skin is angelic! I tried the little sample packet included in my parcel and within three days I'm already noticing my darkest spots turning pinker and lighter. It's really too bad the price is exorbitant but I barely need a single drop for my entire face, meaning it will most likely last for more than the 3 month shelf life. I will definitely do a review after I use up my first bottle and let you know if I will repurchase or find a cheaper alternative.
That's all folks! I hope you enjoyed seeing this haul.
xo Be
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