Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Influenster: #univoxbox

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes♦

So what was inside?


Product
Brand FacebookHandle / Hashtag
NYC New York Color Expert Last LipstickNYC New York Color@NYCNewYorkColor / #ExpertLast
Rimmel London Stay Matte Liquid Mousse FoundationRimmel London US@RimmelLondonUS / #StayMatteSwitch
Broadway Nails imPRESS ManicuresBroadway Nails@BwayNails/ #impressManicure
Pilot Acroball Pure WhitePilot Pen@PilotPenUSA / #PenItFWD
Red Rose Real Tea Premium Water EnhancersRed Rose Tea@ShareRedRoseTea / #RealTea
Playtex Sport Fresh BalancePlaytex Sport & Gentle Glide@playtex_sport / #PlayOn
All the colors are extremely pigmented and offer full coverage with a satin finish. These apply really easily with a huge wash of color and are comfortable on the lips but I’d probably recommend a balm underneath to stop them drying lips out for long wear. They are lasting by name and lasting by nature and wear really well throughout the day.

Pros:



  • Affordable
  • Very good Pigmentation
  • Moisturizing
  • Does not stain your lips
  • Lightweight
  • Very creamy
  • Good price
  • Fruity smell

Cons:


  • Packaging is cheap
  • Not long lasting,I had to reapply 
  • Slight shimmery
I was given the color 300 sand which is definitely not my match. Apparently there are 8 different shades but from what I saw at  Walgreens,they only had four colors with sand being the darkest color. The packaging  looks matte, and it even feels matte. The foundation comes out quite thick at first but when applieda little goes a long way.  I would only use this product as a highlighter for contouring since the color is 4 time brighter then my actual skin color.

Pros:


  • Again, love the packaging
  • Very easy to blend
  • Provides a matte finish as promised
  • A little goes a long, so it saves more of the product
  • Medium to full coverage
  • Covers up well
  • Travel friendly 
  • Very affordable


Cons:


  • Cakey
  • Texture is thick
  • Oilness and redness can be seen at around hour five of wear
  • Not a wide range of color selection
  • Color is extremely light for my skin tone
Introducing imPress Press-On Manicure, the revolutionary way to apply polish! Featuring advanced nail technology, you can get a salon-perfect manicure in seconds – simply peel off, press on, and you’re done. With imPress, your nails will always be your best accessory. 
The pack comes with 24 nails, in 12 different sizes.  They currently come in 36 different colors and patterns, including trendy brights, classic dark, and animal prints, but for this review I received #56663, in rich fuchsia. As far as glue-on/press-on nails go, these are by far the easiest and best on the market that I know of. They’re kind of pricey considering they only last a week, so that could be the determining factor for how often I actually wear them. The price is 5.99 which is cheaper than an actual full set/acrylic. The down fall is that they only last for a 5 days to a week
Price:
Retails for $5.99 for colors and $7.99 for patterns, and is available at CVS, , Kmart, Walgreens, Walmart and more. For a full list of online and in-store retailers, visit imPressManicure.com, where you can download an exclusive coupon and virtually try on all the colors and patterns!
The tea is very good cold, lightly sweetened with cane sugar, and you can taste it. It’s not too much. However, this tea is amazing when it it’s hot! You get the true essence of the flavor from it. I think tea can go either way! You know how some cultures are just so staunch about what should be done when and where, but this tea kills that theory!
  1. I like that it’s in a conveniently-sized bottle as well. I can put this in my pocket and not have to worry about it! It’s there at my convenience.
  2. The bottle is cute, not too much going on to throw your eyes off when you’re reading it. (I am a marketing major so packaging does matter)
  3. There are no dyes or colorants (which is good for me because I am trying to be as natural and organic as possible).
  4. It’s gluten free.
  5. It doesn’t need refrigeration. That’s great for me because I can just leave it in my bag and not have to worry about leaving it in my dorm when I leave for the day OR be concerned about it spoiling since it’s been opened!
  6. And, it comes with 24 servings. You can’t beat that!
  7. What I love the most about this, is that I can go from hot to cold in a matter of a drink. 


One thing about this pen is that the line is much more fine than I was expecting. I've compared it to a bunch of other pens that I had sitting around. Most of these are hybrid rollers of one type or another.I'm a fan of this pen, but only when I want to write very small. It makes my handwriting look too spidery when I use my normal handwriting with this pen. If you've got a small handwriting style, then this is going to fit the bill for you. 
Price:
$4.59 per 3-pack
$6.24 per 4-pack
$7.49 per 5-pack

Pilot Pen Acroball ballpoint Pure White Review

FlexFit™

FlexFit™ interlocking fibers work quickly to trap leaks.

OdorShield™

Technology designed to 
neutralize odors.                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Contoured Applicator

Contoured Applicator for comfortable, precise placement.
The Playtex Sport Fresh Balance tampons are always great to have on hand. I'll be stashing a few of these in my purse, car, and bathroom since I am very involved in dance and sports. 

Monday, April 7, 2014

StudioGear CC Cream

FTC: This is a sponsored post and Studio Gear sent me the CC Cream to review, powered by Brand Backer. All other products mentioned were bought on my own. Opinion's expressed here are honest and my own.Thank you for reading.

Studio Gear Cosmetics


About the Product

Hydrating CC Cream transforms and enhances your complexion in an incredibly light, smooth formula. This foundation simultaneously fights aging, retains moisture, and covers and treats blemishes with a non-oily, perfectly radiant finish.

Key Benefits:
  1. Prevents fine lines and wrinkles with collagen-building ingredients
  2. Restores skin elasticity by promoting moisture retention
  3. Brightens and illuminates skin with a non-oily, complete coverage application
Studio Gear Color Correcting Cream is available in three shades: 
at studiogearcosmetics.com for $34.00.
LinenNatural, & Wheat


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I used the CC cream on freshly washed skin, and as a moisturizer and brightener. It worked pretty well, it's quite thick but it rubs in easily. The color in the beginning was to light for my dark completion. The longer I waiting the faster it found it's ideal shade. I used my fingers to place the cc cream under my eyes, cheeks, forehead and chin. Then I used my beauty blinder to blend it into my skin. After blending it into my skin, my color finally matched. (not like Casper!) The CC cream self adjusts and leave skin bright and even. Personally I don't think I'd wear this CC cream on a daily basis as an alternative to my mineral foundation as I found it a fraction to light and I like more coverage. But I would use it as a concealer and primer for skin. It can be worn under other make up!

Studio Gear Hydrating CC Cream retails for $34 at the Studio Gear website. BUT you can get a 10% discount on your entire order using the coupon code bloggercc! Happy shopping!


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