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Beauty Review: Maybelline EyeStudio Color Plush Eyeshadow

I’m going to be honest I’m not one to carry many drug store brand eye shadows in my professional kit. But after using Maybelline Eye Studio Color Plush Eyeshadow I may have to reconsider. I was very surprised upon trying these shadows. They were extremely soft and smooth and blended easily on my eyelids. One downfall of being so soft was that I noticed there was some fallout while applying to my lids. So be sure to tap any excess off your applicator or brush before applying it on.

All the palettes are available only in a shimmery finish so if you’re more into mattes then these palettes are probably not for you. One thing I love about these palettes is that they came in a lot of different color combinations so it makes it easy to use. They even have a little picture on the back of the palette of an eyelid done up with the shadows. This is great for those of you who are unsure of where to place the colors on your lid.

Another nice thing about these palettes is that the pigmentation is actually quite good and if you’re the type to use an eye primer or base the color will stand out even more and look very vibrant. So whether you’re an everyday wearer of eyeshadow or a professional makeup artist (maybe mix with a matte shadow to make it more appropriate for photography) I think these are a great item to have in your kit. Below are some pics and swatches of the palettes I tried.

#100 Sunset Seduction

#90 Irresistibly Ivy

#80 Pink Persuasion

#60 Spirited Seas

#20 Saphire Siren

#30 Purple Icon

Have you tried any of these palettes? Love em? Hate em? Want 'em) Makeup Junkie wants to know!

www.maybellinenewyork.ca

Donna Marie is a regular Makeup Junkie contributor! Read about Donna here and be sure to visit her beauty blog, Makeup by Donna Marie. Must reads - read up on her beautiful bridal trials and fantastic product reviews!

www.makeupbydonnamarie.blogspot.com

Beauty Review: Milani 3D Glitzy Glamour Gloss

Milani 3D Glitzy Glamour Gloss is a new soft and brilliant Glitzy formula filled with super shiny polymers and the next generation of pearls to create the illusion of 3D depth for fuller, sexier, looking lips.

To be honest I don’t really like glittery lip glosses. I’ve tried MAC Dazzle glasses in the past and I absolutely dislike them. I don’t like that I can actually feel the sparkles on my lips and they are just way too sticky. Too much glitter and sparkle on my lips is just not my style so I was quite hesitant to try these. My initial reaction was that they look cheap. The packaging is just not appealing to me. But then I thought to myself, okay it’s not what’s on the outside that counts it’s the product on the inside. So I unscrewed the lip gloss and noticed that the brush applicator was kind of stiff at first. Then I decided to do some swatches before actually applying it on my lips just to get the brush to be more pliable. It was just as I expected, it appeared very glittery on my arm.

Now the real test was to swipe it on my lips and to my surprise it actually wasn’t all that bad. The formula is slightly sticky but not overly sticky as are MAC lip glasses. The color is actually pretty sheer and you can definitely see the sparkles but it’s not too overly sparkly on the lips. My lips did look fuller as the product claimed it would do. It seemed to have seeped into the lines on my lips which I think made my lips appear smoother and fuller. I also liked that I could not feel the sparkles on my lips so that was an added bonus. I probably won’t buy these again once I finish them only because I’m not a glitter fan. But it was nice to try them out. If you’re a glitter fan then this is probably something that you’d like.

Movie Star, Fashion Diva, Starshine, Stylish, In Vogue

www.milanicosmetics.com
$6.99 USD

Beauty Review: CRYSTAL EYEZ Sparkling Eye Shadow

CRYSTAL EYEZ Sparkling Eye Shadow is a smooth and lasting eye shadow with glimmers and pearls that delivers a sparkling finish on the lids. Available in 6 sparkling shades.

I have to admit that when I first saw these shadows I thought, “HOLY SPARKLE!” But when I applied it on it wasn’t as sparkly as it seemed when looking at it through the packaging. I experimented a bit with its texture trying to get it to work to my liking. If you want to really make your eyes pop the best way to wear this is over top of an eye shadow. If you want a subtle shimmer then you can wear this by itself.

I found that the best way to apply this is with your fingers. For a subtle look place the shadow across your lids using a dragging motion. This is will help evenly distribute the product giving you a light wash of colour. If you want a more intense look I’d recommend patting the liquid shadow on top of your lids. Try not to go past your eye crease when putting this on, otherwise you’ll look like super shimmery sparkle queen. This shadow is also quick to dry and you’ll find that a lot of the product will end up drying on your finger.

One thing I didn’t like with this shadow was that when it was fully dry, throughout the day I’d notice that the sparkles were beginning to fall out. And some of it even made it into my eye. Not cool! I give CRYSTAL EYES a 3 out of 5.

Lovely & Luminous, Beautifully Brilliant, Stunning & Sparkly, Gorgeous & Glowing, Delightfully Dazzling, Glamorously Glittering

www.milanicosmetics.com
$6.49 USD

Beauty Review: Milani TANtastic Face & Body Baked Bronzer

Milani TANtastic Face & Body Baked Bronzer is a baked marble bronzer with multidimensional coverage pays off not only in color, but in subtle highlights that enhance a natural glow. Infused with Macadamia and Jojoba oils, this product helps keep skin hydrated and soft while providing a healthy bronze glow and silky smooth application.

I have a love hate relationship with this bronzer. First off I love how this looks and feels on my skin. It gives me that subtle glow if I do a light dusting of it on my face and body. This product is very pigmented and super shimmery so be careful when applying it. Start off with a small amount and build it up to achieve the look you’re going for. The texture is very soft and a little bit creamy. You’ll notice it’s creaminess if you rub your fingers on top it. I actually really like that about this bronzer.

Now here’s what I hate about this bronzer…the smell. I’m not a fan of perfumed scents in cosmetics. This bronzer has that old lady perfume smell which can sometimes give people headaches. I also don’t like the packaging. It’s too bulky and looks to complicated. I prefer compacts that pop up. Instead this one opens on the side and glides to the right and underneath it you’ll find another latch that has that sliding mechanism and when opened you’ll find a brush that you can apply it with. I actually found the brush to be useless. I like to apply this with a MAC 187 duo fibre brush. This is a great product with poor packaging. I give this a 3.5 out of 5 stars.

FANtastic in Bronze, Fantastic in Sun Glow

www.milanicosmetics.com
$8.49 USD

Beauty Review: Milani Eye Liners

Milani INFINATE Liquid Liner ($5.99) Up to 24 hour long lasting formula that wears with comfort and color intensity to perfection. Now you can line your eyes with ease for an all day long elegant glance.

I tried Milani INFINATE Liquid Liner in the color Eternal which is a metallic apple green color. I’d have to say that the colour was absolutely gorgeous. It made my eyelids glimmer and sparkle especially when the light hit. I liked that it was waterproof and long lasting since I tend to have watery and oily eyelids. The only downfall I found with this liner was that the application wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be. It actually went on pretty streaky and clumpy and I had to constantly go over my lids to make sure it was applied evenly. If the formula was a lot thinner it would be perfect! I give this a 3.5 out of 5 stars.

[Editor's note: I actually don't mind the consistency and didn't experience any streaks or clumps. However, I do prefer to apply it with an eyeliner brush rather than the brush it comes with. I find it applies much easier. The long-lasting formula makes it a winner for me!]

Milani EYE TECH Liquid Liner ($6.00 USD)

Full color flow thru system that delivers and defines a perfect line in one stroke. Felt tip nib applicator is easy to use, provides precise control with no skipping or pulling.

I have been looking for THE perfect black liquid liner and I think I found it and will look no further. This liquid liner rocks! It does not budge one bit. Application is easy and smooth. As I had mentioned before, my eyes tend to be watery and I have oily eyelids. I’ve had so many problems with liquid liners smudging, flaking, fading but this one tops them all! I can’t say enough great things about EYE TECH. This is an absolute must have! I give this a 5 out of 5 stars.

[Editor's note: I am a fan of this felt tip liquid liner, however, I found that this one did not last as long as the Infinite Liquid Liner. My winged tips ended up smudging off after a night out. However, I do love using this to cover the bands on fake lashes. The felt tip has the perfect amount of firmness and the size makes it easier to line the eyes.]

Milani MECHANICAL GLITTER EYE LINER ($5.99 USD)

Breakthrough formula and technology of a color liner with glitter in a retractable pencil. The soft texture ensures a perfect glide and a creamy color pay-off for a combination of superior smoothness, rich color and rocking silver metallic accents.

I tried these in the colours Purple Quartz and Black Rocks. All I have to say is that they’re just ok. They didn’t last long at all. The colour payoff wasn’t as great. It wasn’t as pigmented as I would have liked it to be. I did like the texture of it as it was soft and creamy but this just didn’t do anything for my eyes. There was a hint of sparkle but like I said it was just kind of blah. This is not a must have. I’m sad to say that I give this a 2 out of 5 stars.

Milani LIQUIF'EYE metallic eye liner Pencil ($5.49 USD)

Extremely smooth eye pencil with the application and feel of a liquid liner that delivers true color payoff, in a metallic finish with a long-lasting wear.

I’d have to agree with the above statement from their website. This liner is VERY smooth and VERY creamy. Probably one of the creamiest liners I’ve come across. I can even say that they’re as creamy as Stila Kajal liners, if not creamier! Even with the lightest hand this liner had awesome pigmentation. I like that it can be used in so many ways. It’s great to use as an eye shadow base to make your eyes really pop. I tried this in the color Silver which I used on my lids for a smokey eye. The colour is great for evening looks especially for clubbing makeup. I definitely need to get more colours! I give this a 4.5 stars out of 5 only because it’s so soft that the pencil runs down very quickly.

L-R: INFINATE, EYE TECH, GLITTER EYE LINER, LIQUIF'EYE

www.milanicosmetics.com

Beauty Review: Milani NAIL ART LACQUER with precision brush

Nail art allows you to do your very own custom nail designs. A high quality precision striping brush allows for detail work, creating the perfect French tip that makes nail art fast and easy. Your nails are your canvas and you are the artist!

I absolutely adore Milani’s NAIL ART LACQUER with precision brush! I’ll have to warn you though, you really need to have a steady hand when doing a detailed design on your nails. One tiny mistake could ruin a whole nail. I’ve had to start over a couple of times until I got it right. So it’s important that you take your time when painting. I also like that you can create a french tip nail without having to put a tiny sticker on. I find that doing it free hand makes it look more natural. Nail Art Lacquer comes in 10 shades. Why not collect them all?! If you love painting and designing your nails this is a definite must have!

A couple of designs I did

www.milanicosmetics.com
$4.99 USD

Beauty Review: Milani NEON Specialty Nail Lacquer

New specialty nail lacquers created to give your nails a POP of brilliance. These bright neon shades capture the explosion of color that has made an impact of the latest color trends and are here to stay. Available in 8 shades.

I’ll have to admit I’m not much of a nail polish junkie. My collection is very minimal. But when I do look for a nail polish there are certain criteria that are important to me.

1. The application has to be smooth and seamless so the formula should not be too thick

2. The nail polish should dry quickly in between coats

3. Two coats of polish should do the trick

4. The polish should be long lasting and not prone to chipping

5. Beautiful Colors. Who doesn’t like getting compliments on their nails right?

One thing I liked about Milani NEON Specialty Nail Lacquer is that the formula wasn’t too thick which made it easier to apply. But I did find it a little too runny that the brush kept dripping polish even though I had taken some excess off. I also found that I had to apply 4 coats to get it even. Luckily the polish dried quickly in between coats, so that was good. As a frequent hand washer, I like a nail polish that can withstand something as simple as hand washing. My polish only lasted 4 days which isn’t as long as I’d like it to last. This is probably not my favourite brand of nail polish but they do come in beautiful bright colours! I’d give Milani NEON Specialty Nail Lacquer a 3 out of 5 stars.

A color wheel where I painted 3 nails. Top: Totally 80's, Middle: Pink Rocks, Bottom: Rad Purple. If you're wondering why there's a black tip on one of the nails, stay tuned for my upcoming review on Milani NAIL ART LACQUER with precision brush!

www.milanicosmetics.com
$4.99 USD

by Donna Marie

BLOG SALE!!!

Hey Everyone! It's Donna Marie. In case you’re wondering I’m getting rid of all this stuff because I’ve been neglecting them and they really need a loving home.

WARNING! This post is picture heavy. So I’ve decided to purge my makeup collection. Below you’ll find used and new makeup. I will indicate whether the items are new or used beside the picture.

PLEASE READ RULES CAREFULLY BELOW:

1) METHODS OF PAYMENT: PAYPAL , E-MAIL WIRE TRANSFER (if you live in Canada and bank with any of the 5 major banks)

2) SHIPPING:Canada & USA only:

$4.00 (CDN) flat rate for small items ($1.00 each additional item)

$6.00 (CDN) flat rate for larger items ($1.00 each additional item)

Tracking numbers: If you would like a tracking number for your parcel please state that in the email and I will charge an additional $2.00 (CDN)

INSURANCE IS NOT PROVIDED

3) Please e-mail me at donnamariedeleon@gmail.com and let me know which items you’d like to purchase and which method of payment you will be using. I will then send you an invoice.

- If you are using PayPal I will charge an additional $2.00 (CDN) for PayPal fees

- If you are using e-mail wire transfer there are no additional costs

ONCE PAYMENT IS RECEIVED (NOT PENDING) I WILL SEND YOUR PACKAGE OUT EITHER ON THE SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY.

4) I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR DAMAGED ITEMS

5) ALL ITEMS ARE IN CANADIAN DOLLARS

6) FIRST COME FIRST SERVE

7) PENDING ITEMS MUST BE PURCHASED WITH 2 DAYS OF REQUEST

8) NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES – ALL SALES ARE FINAL

Okay I think that’s it…Oh and FEEL FREE TO SPREAD THE WORD...HAPPY SHOPPING!!!

(SOLD)

MAC Eyeshadow in Knight (new in box)

$9.00

(SOLD)

MAC Eyeshadow in Sugarshot (new in box)

$9.00

(SOLD)

MAC Eyeshadow in 100 Strokes (new in box)

$9.00

(SOLD)

MAC Eyeshadow in Glamour Check (new in box)

$9.00

MAC Mineralize Blush in Light over Dark (new in box)

$20.00

MAC Mineralize Eyeshadow in Engaging (used 3x - practically new)

$10.00

(SOLD)

MAC Slimshine Lipstick in Rock Out (new in box)

$9.00

Victoria Secret Very Sexy Lipglosses (used 98% remaining in all)

(L-R: Intimate, Secret, French Kiss)

$4.00 each or $10.00 for all

MAXMELL Makeup Kit (used 5x - most items are untouched)

$8.00

(SOLD)

NYX False Eyelashes (new in box)

$2.00 each or $5.00 for ALL

NYX Eyeshadows (used 2x)

Dallas, Hawaiian Coffee

$3.00 each or $5.00 for both

Red Earth Eyeshadows

(These don't have names just codes, all used 90% remaining)

PK094, MS118, BE033

$3.00 each or $7.00 for all

MAC Solar Bits

(SOLD) Bronzescape (new - I accidentally spilled this - 50% remaining) $6.00

Scatterrays (used-80% remaining) - $8.00

or $12.00 for both

(SOLD)

MAC Lipstick in Fantasia

MAC Dazzleglass in Get Rich Quick

MAC Lipliner in Cedar

MAC Cosmetic Bag (small in size)

I'm selling all these items together (all new). I bought 2 sets at the MAC Warehouse Sale. It was one of their charity packages. I bought it for $5.00 so I will sell all of these for $5.00 as well.

(SOLD)