tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11650197065636791072024-03-22T02:19:05.984-07:00Little Red Bowhttp://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.comBlogger196125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-39407211446066415672013-08-31T11:30:00.000-07:002013-08-31T11:30:02.196-07:0017 Supreme Shine Lipstick<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I wish I had an actual excuse for not posting as frequently as I used to but the honest truth is I've currently lost my drive to blog. BUT I am back today to share with you a fairly recent addition to my ever growing lipstick collection. I received 17's Supreme Shine Lipstick in "Hot Stuff" from my swap with <a href="http://northernblush.blogspot.ca/">Vicky</a> a couple of months ago. 17 is a brand of makeup sold in Boots stores (in the U.K. & Ireland) and as far as I can tell you cannot get them anywhere else :( <br />
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Supreme Shine Lipsticks retail for £4.99/$8.15 CAD so they're around the same price as similar products such as Revlon's Lip Butters or Maybelline Color Whispers. The packaging is very simple but cute and classic. The tube can get a bit dirty and show finger prints but if that bothers you it easily wipes clean. Unlike other mositurising lipsticks I've tried the tip of the lipstick is slanted which I always prefer as it means it is easy to apply.<br />
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Colour wise I love the shade "Hot Stuff" as I'm a huge red lip fan and to be every single red out there is different. "Hot Stuff" in my opinion is a fairly neutral shade as it isn't too orange or too blue. It's pretty classic but very bold at the same time. The glossy finish makes it more wearable than something super matte but it is hard to tone down this particular lipstick. If you blot with a tissue it pulls a lot of the colour away which I don't like so I just leave it be.<br />
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Formula wise this is very comfortable to wear and doesn't dry out my lips. I tend to prefer satin or matte finishes for bold or dark colours as glossy shades tend to bleed. "Hot Stuff" bleeds but only a tiny bit which I'm really impressed with. I've always loved the look of glossy red lips so it's nice that I've finally found a product that helps me achieve that look. I did look at the 17 stand in Boots when I was in Scotland but the other colours looked like shades I already owned so I passed on them :(<br />
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<a name='more'></a> As promised here is my post on what makeup items I bought while in Scotland & England. Not pictured are 3 bottles of Bourjois Healthy Mix Radiance Reveal Foundation as my camera died before I could get a picture. British drugstores Boots and Superdrug are my version of heaven as the amount of makeup they have is insane. They not only stock brands we don't have in Canada but brands that we do have (such as L'Oreal, Rimmel etc.) carry different products. Sorry about the condition of these products as I used them on my trip.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">It was SO hot in York that I had to buy this summer dress. It is no longer online.</td></tr>
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Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-14976511251207226222013-08-13T14:23:00.000-07:002013-08-13T14:23:22.991-07:00I'm Back<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hello, long time no speak! If you didn't see my earlier post, I was in the UK for the past week and a half. I spent 3 days in Edinburgh, Scotland, 3 days in York, England, and 3 days in Glasgow, Scotland. I got home on Friday but have been way too exhausted to post. I've compiled a random mix of pictures from my trip in this post. I will post about what I bought later on.<br />
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Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-73950710598653296232013-07-30T08:12:00.002-07:002013-07-30T08:12:20.459-07:00Be Right BackI haven't posted in awhile because I wanted to spend time with my boyfriend and my family before I go away. I'm going to Scotland tonight and will be back in Toronto on August 9th so I'll be posting when I get back. I might post while I'm away depending on how much free time I have. I hope you're all well and thanks for sticking with me even though I haven't been posting much recently. <br />
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<br />Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-44210195947326496362013-07-20T11:30:00.000-07:002013-07-20T11:30:00.746-07:00Accessorize Merged Baked Blusher in Quiver<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I feel like I haven't posted in forever even though it's only been a week :( Today I'll be talking about this beautiful blush that I received from <a href="http://www.jsandmakeup.co.uk/">Jess</a> in our <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2013/04/uk-swap-with-jess.html">swap</a> way back in March. My fellow Canadians might remember Accessorize stores as we used to have them here but they went out of business around 5 years ago. I had never tried Accessorize makeup before (only their nail polish) but I did however buy one of these blushes in a hot pink shade for my friend when I went to Scotland in 2011.<br />
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Quiver is a mauve-pink that leans more warm when on my face. This has the perfect amount of sheen to it as it's not too frosty or sparkley. When I wear Quiver I don't need to wear a highlighter on top. If you're not a big fan of shimmery blushes you might actually like this as the sheen is very subtle and doesn't highlight any inperfections on the skin.<br />
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I have to comment on the packaging of Accessorize products because it's so pretty and girly. The blush itself is baked and contains veins of different shades of pink. It kind of reminds me of MAC's Mineralize Skinfinishes but with less veining. I find baked products are usually hard to pick up on your makeup brush but Quiver is very smooth and easy to use. The pigmentation of this blush is quite sheer but it's easily buildable with a few layers. Since it is sheer I sometimes use it as a highlighter over top of different blushes as it has a nice sheen to it.<br />
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Quality wise Quiver doesn't last too long on my skin. In the pictures above this is my second appliation as a 15 minute walk in the heat made it melt off my face (this was around 4 hours after my first application). As the packaging is quite bulky and doesn't contain a mirror it's not the best blush to carry around either. However when used on top of another blush as a highlight, Quiver can last a good 8 hours on my face. I usually carry a big makeup bag around with me so I'm not too annoyed by the fact that I have to reapply this blush.<br />
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When Maybelline first released their Color Whispers the one shade I was after was "Petal Rebel" as it's the one used in the ads for the product. Every time I went to the drug store it would be sold out but about a month ago I managed to find it when I was redeeming my Shopper's Optimum Points, so basically I got it for free :) Color Whispers are essentially a hybrid between a lipstick and a tinted lip balm. Maybelline has a a huge shade selection and quite a few light colours which is rare for a drug store brand.<br />
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Petal Rebel in my opinion is a unique colour because it's both light and bright at the same time. As someone who prefers bright or dark lip colours I release there is a time and a place for them so Petal Rebel is a perfect alternative for me. The only other colour that is similar that I've come across is Benefit's Posie Tint which is drying and uncomfortable on the lips.<br />
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The formula of Petal Rebel is very moisturising and comfortable but because of that it comes with some faults. I need to apply a couple of layers to get the opaqueness that I prefer but that may just be an issue if you have pigmented lips like me. Another thing I don't like about it is that Petal Rebel has very poor staying power. I usually pair it with a lipgloss to make it last longer.<br />
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Overall Petel Rebel is an affordable and pretty everyday shade. Although I would recommend the Maybelline Color Whisper line I think I'll get a different colour if I ever run out of this.<br />
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In 3 weeks time I'll be getting on a plane to go to Scotland. I'll be spending most of my time with family in Edinburgh but we'll be taking a mini trip to York, England and I'll be going to Glasgow as much as I can as I have friends there (and generally prefer it over Edinburgh). Scotland is somewhere I'm very familiar with as I've been lucky to go over a lot. I'm half Scottish (although you'd never know my mother is Scottish from hearing her talk) and still have family there. I've seen all the castles and gone on all the tours and to be completely honest I prefer shopping when on vacation to sight seeing. Yes, that makes me sound completely uncultured but I guess I am. I'd much rather see a beautiful building while eating a Boots meal deal (all my money needs to go towards clothes and makeup) then pay an arm and a leg to see wax figures in a musem.<br />
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As I'm getting older my priorities are changing and will change so this will probably be the last time for a long while that I can go overseas and blow all my money on clothes and makeup. I'm going away without my boyfriend so this will be dangerous as I'll have no one there to tell me to stop shopping or trying to drag me to some musem. Although the highlight of this trip will be to see people I love and miss I'm looking forward to sneaking some shopping in while my parents take bus tours.<br />
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I'm trying to be restrained with my makeup shopping as I do have A LOT of it. BUT in the U.K. you can get crazy coloured makeup for drugstore prices which is way too hard to resist. I'm putting most of my budget towards clothes and accessories. I've been having a wardrobe clearout by selling clothes I never wear so I have room for new things. I'm excited that there is finally a Primark in Edinburgh so I'll be trying to find rip offs there before heading to the more expensive stores like Warehouse and River Island.<br />
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While on vacation what do you prefer: shopping or sightseeing? I know I can't be the only one who prefers shopping.<br />
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A couple of months ago I planned a swap with Vicky from <a href="http://northernblush.blogspot.ca/">Northern Blush</a>. From my previous experience with UK swaps my packages take FOREVER to reach the UK yet Vicky managed to get mine in about a week. The package she sent me however has been lost in the mail and she kindly sent a back up swap package via express mail. I'm sure the original package will pop up eventually but it was really sweet and generous of Vicky to send this second package.<br />
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Vicky is from Yorkshire, England and I'll be actually taking a mini trip to York with my family while visiting Scotland so hopefully we can meet up. I love everything Vicky has picked out for me as besides the foundation I haven't tried any of these particular shades before. We both like the same types of colours when it comes to makeup so each item is something I would have picked out myself.<br />
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I received:<br />
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<li>MUA Eyeshadow in Shade 30 (an amber-bronze colour)</li>
<li>Collection Eyeshadow in Steel Grey (a light silvery green)</li>
<li>MUA Pro-Base Eye Primer</li>
<li>Seveteen Shine Supreme Lipstick in Hot Stuff (a neutral glossy red)</li>
<li>Seventeen Lip Crayon in Bold (an orangey coral)</li>
<li>Bourjois Radiance Reveal Healthy Mix Foundation in Shade 51</li>
<li>Sleek Blush By 3 in Sweet Cheeks (how amazing are these colours!?)</li>
<li>Fashionita Blushes in Amber Glow (a burnt orange) and London (shimmery dark coral)</li>
<li>Marks & Spencer Percy Pig gummy candies (which I couldn't help but open; sweet things don't last long in my house) </li>
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I'll be testing these products out over the next little while so
expect to see some reviews soon. Thank you again Vicky; I love
everything! If you'd like to see what I sent to Vicky please check out her post <a href="http://northernblush.blogspot.ca/2013/07/canada-makeup-swap-with-christine.html">here :)</a><br />
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When I was a little girl I was never allowed to have long hair. I was forced to have my thick hair cropped to my ears so once I was old enough to style my own hair I grew it long. Ever since I've worn my hair fairly long with the exception of when I was 19. I cut my super long hair into a bob and HATED it. But back then I didn't know how to curl my hair so it always looked like a helmet. Yet I can't help but admiring shoulder length styles lately and am thinking of taking the plunge. I feel like shorter hair would make me look more grown up as looking very young is my biggest insecurity.<br />
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<br />Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-6228159344822912342013-06-29T11:30:00.000-07:002013-06-29T11:30:01.416-07:00Shiseido Benefiance Wrinkle Resist 24 Intensive Eye Contour Cream<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I get told a lot that I look really young which is annoying when you're a young adult wanting to be taken seriously (I'm sorry I always complain about this haha). However, I wouldn't mind looking 40 when I'm 50 so I'm on the lookout now for the best anti-aging products. I'm always subconciously squinting and rubbing my eyes so I know for a fact that when my skin starts to wrinkle it will be my under eye area that will be hit first. As someone with dry skin I wanted an intense eye cream to wear over night so I did some research on what was the "best" out there. I found rave reviews for this particular eye cream and picked up a free sample from Sephora way back in March. Shiseido's Benefiance Wrinkle Resist 24 Intensive Eye Contour Cream is quite a mouthfull but does this cream live up to it's fancy name?<br />
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Shiseido is a brand that I have had great experiences with in the past. The 141 year old Japanese brand makes quality beauty and skin care products suitable for sensitive skin. I used Shishedo's Eye Contour Cream every night for two months which shows you how long a free sample can last. I felt and saw immediate results with this cream as my formerly dry and itchy under eye area was soothed and brightened. The formula is a bit too thick and wet to be used under makeup but this eye cream is strong enough to provide results if only used at night. I found that I needed less concealer and my undereye area was super smooth.<br />
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When I finished up my sample I decided I couldn't fork over a whopping $65 for an eye cream so I did without it for a couple of weeks. I noticed my undereye area went back to being dry and my under eye circles became more intense. As luck would have it I spotted this while shopping at Shoppers Drug Mart, and it was on sale for $43! If I didn't know how great this cream was I'd say that's a stupidly high price for an eye cream but I just had to grab it. Considering my little free sample from Sephora lasted two months I'm sure this will last well over a year.<br />
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<br />Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-3224659429028667952013-06-27T13:30:00.000-07:002013-06-27T13:30:01.016-07:00Bronze Face of the Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Although this is a beauty blog I am definately no makeup artist so I feel a bit funny showing my makeup looks. This is just a simple summery look that I'd wear on hot weekend days. Being naturally very fair bronzer isn't something I normally use. However by some sort of miracle I've picked up a (teeny tiny) bit of colour from walking around in the sun. I thought I'd inhance this barely there tan with a new bronzer I've been loving lately. It has been super hot and humid in Toronto this week so I've been mixing GOSH BB Cream with my foundation to make it feel lighter on my face.<br />
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This is the bronzer I'm wearing in the above pictures. As you can see it's very light and cool toned, perfect for light skin tones. You can get NYC Bronzer for $2.99 at Rexall or Wal-Mart. <br />
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Eyes:<br />
Lid: Bronzey eyeshadow from the Sleek Original Palette<br />
Inner corner: MAC eyeshadow in Nylon<br />
Lower lash line: MAC eyeshadow in Mulch <br />
Liner: NYC Liquid Eyeliner<br />
Mascara: GOSH Catchy Eyes<br />
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Foundation: GOSH BB Cream in Sand mixed with Bourjous Healthy Mix in 53<br />
Undereye concealer: Rimmel Match Perfection in Ivory<br />
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Cheeks:<br />
Blush: Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Tipsy<br />
Highlighter: Nars Highlighting Powder in Albatross <br />
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Lipstick: Maybelline Color Whisper in Oh La La Lilac<br />
Lipgloss: MAC Dazzleglass Creme in Demure<br />
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I still haven't finished reviewing my whole lipstick collection but I have left one of my favourites to be reviewed last. I don't even think I can do this lipstick justice in the pictures above as it's just beautiful in real life. I had originally picked up Sleek's Papaya Punch for my sister as a gift when I was in Scotland two years ago and after she raved about it so much I ordered one for myself. This was the first reddish lipstick I've ever loved and started an obsession with the colour red.<br />
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Papaya Punch is a vivid dark coral although it is warm it's not really orange either. The only dupe of it I've come across is the new <a href="http://www.sephora.com/aqualillies-for-tarte-glamazon-trade-pure-performance-12-hour-lipstick-P378855?skuId=1515154">Tarte Glamazon lipstick in Timeless</a> but it's more than 3 times the price. This is a shade that works year round and not only does it brighten up my fair skin it looks great with a tan too. Sleek's shades are meant to suit all skintones from very pale to very dark so with it's bold pigmentation I can see it working for everyone.<br />
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This lipstick is a matte formula and I think Sleek's mattes are some of the best I've come across. It is quick thick but it's creamy and easy to apply. No lip liner is needed as the shape of the actual lipstick makes it easy to get a precise application. Papaya Punch lasts around 4 hours (only because that's the longest I go without eating) and stays in place well. It isn't drying but it's not necessarily moisturising either so in the winter I tend to pair this with a clear gloss over top.<br />
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As someone with a huge lipstick collection this is one of a handful that I'd repurchase and it seriously is one of the best. The only unfortunate thing is that (unless you live in the U.K.) you have to order this online but I've ordered from Sleek many times and the shipping is very cheap and they are reliable.<br />
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<br />Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-9808593546782268022013-06-22T11:30:00.000-07:002013-06-22T11:30:01.280-07:00Bumble & Bumble Thickening Hair Spray Today I'm really happy as I'm finally moving back home. We have a lot of work ahead of us (ie. cleaning and getting rid of all the junk we don't need) but my apartment looks beautiful. I'm also happy because of the past few weeks I've been using a new hair product that I now can't live without. This product is Bumble & Bumble Thickening Hair Spray; click below to find out why it's so great!<br />
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I picked this hairspray up on a complete whim without knowing anything about it. I was at Sephora on my lunch break and while in line I saw this in the travel sized section and grabbed it thinking it'd be great to keep in my purse for when I needed some hold for my hair. It wasn't until I got home that I read the packaging and realized it isn't a typical hair spray at all!<br />
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The instructions on the back of the bottle recommend spraying this into wet or damp hair before drying. Now, I have never used a hair spray on wet hair but I gave it a shot and I'm glad I did. I have a lot of hair that can look big when first blow dried but it gets flat and greasy very easily. I'm always looking for products that make my hair as big and thick as possible and have yet to find anything that really works. Not only does this spray give me immediate results the thickening effect lasts until I wash my hair again which can be anywhere from 2-3 days later.<br />
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Bumble & Bumble Thickening Hair Spray also gives my hair some "grip" without making it feel dirty. I feel like this is the perfect product to use if you wanted to do an updo with clean hair. I curl my hair and feel like my curls are tighter for much longer whenever I use this product. Another bonus of this hair spray is that it makes my hair feel cleaner for longer. Basically it ticks all the boxes: it holds your style, adds volume to your roots, and maintains that just washed feeling.<br />
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The only downside is the price but although I'm cheap with everything else I personally have no issue splashing out on hair care if it works. My hair is a pain in the butt so if a product makes it easier to manage it's priceless to me. I'll definately be picking up a full sized bottle once I run out because I don't think my hair can live without it.<br />
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Availability: <a href="http://www.sephora.com/thickening-hairspray-P280537?skuId=1270578">Sephora $12 for 50ml or $32.75 for 250ml</a><br />
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Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-34092948917250080192013-06-20T13:30:00.000-07:002013-06-20T13:30:02.524-07:00I'm back with a review of NYC Liquid Eyeliner Thank you to everyone who commented on my last post :) I don't think I'm 100% back to blogging but I'm slowly catching up on my blog reading and will post occassionally until I'm ready. The past week has been extremely stressful with my apartment situation, work, and then to top it all off I got sick so I haven't had the energy to make any posts. <br />
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On to the makeup! For years I had stuck with Rimmel's liquid eyeliner but when I went to repurchase it a few weeks ago it was sold out at both Shoppers and Rexall. I picked up this NYC Liquid Eyeliner since it was the cheapest I could find that had a brush rather than a felt tip applicator. I've been using it everyday for the past few weeks and feel like I've tested it enough to give my opinion.<br />
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NYC Liquid Liner comes in a basic, round black tube but really I could care less about what the packaging looks like. The round edges make it easier to get all of the product out when you're nearing the end which is why I always prefer rounded tubes as opposed to rectangle shaped packaging. The applicator is a brush but it doesn't contain the usual hair like fibres. The fibres are either made of plastic or something similar but the ends are smooth and the brush is quite flexible. <br />
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Formula wise NYC Liquid Eyeliner is neither too runny or too thick, it's just right. The liner dries pretty quickly unlike other liners I've tried. I usually have to touch up my liner after around 5-6 hours of wear as it starts to fade but not drastically. The colour of this liner is a bit of a let down for me personally as it isn't very bold and it has a semi matte finish. I prefer liquid liner to have a glossy look to it when it's dried.<br />
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My favourite feature of this liner is the size and shape of the brush. I have never found a liner that is so easy to apply. I can quickly whip this on in the morning with few mistakes and the shape of the brush makes it easy to create the perfect wing. NYC Liquid Eyeliner can also be used more subtley to create a thin line as well.<br />
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Overall I'm very impressed with this liner as it's very easy to apply. I just wish it was bolder and glossier but for the price I'd definately repurchase.<br />
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Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-40342604469306749752013-06-12T14:17:00.000-07:002013-06-12T14:17:33.468-07:00Unexpected BreakHello all,<br />
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Firstly thank you to each and every one of you who takes the time to read my blog! I have to take a break for about a week (or possibly 2) from blogging :( My apartment has flooded so we've had to move out while our flooring is replaced. It was completely last minute so I just had to grab everything and leave basically.<br />
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I always hear Maybelline`s mascaras being raved about yet whenever I try them they seem to do nothing for my short and straight lashes. I need a mascara that lengthens, thickens, and holds a curl as I don`t have much to work with. The only reason I picked up this particular mascara was because I happened to be at Wal-Mart and saw it for the wonderful price of $6.96.<br />
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The packaging of this mascara is very pretty and fun in my opinion. It`s a bright colbalt blue which makes it easy to find if like me you own a lot of other mascara (all which seem to be either black or silver). The wand is quite big and made of rubber. It is a bit tricky to get the hang of using the wand at first but it`s not so big that you easily end up getting mascara on your brow bone.<br />
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At first the formula of this mascara is very liquidy but it thickens up after around a week. I did like the results of this mascara on the first try but I love it even more now that the mascara has dried out a bit. Two coats of mascara makes my lashes look very thick and it holds the curl until I wash off my makeup at night. The shade is extremely black which I also love. Even though I`m light haired and pale I think black lashes look prettier than my natural brown ones.<br />
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I have sensitive eyes and wear contact lenses and my gripe with Maybelline mascaras I`ve tried in the past was that they flake throughout the day. The Rocket mascara doesn`t flake nor does it cause any irritation on my eyes. I`ve been wearing it often for the past month so I can safely recommend it to anyone else who suffers from sensitive eyes.<br />
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If you love the look of bold eyelashes I definately recommend checking Maybelline The Rocket mascara out!<br />
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Today I'm sharing with you one of my favourite affordable summer lip colours. Revlon's Lip Butters have been around for awhile now and I'm sure most of you have tried them. Lip Butters are a hybrid of a lip balm and lipstick and come in a huge selection of colours. They're very comfortable to wear and for a moisturising formula they stay put and don't smudge and smear (on me atleast!). Since the formula of Revlon Lip Butters is slighlty sheer the colours will show up differently depending on your natural lip colour and skintone.<br />
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Tutti Frutti is a bright coral that appears almost reddish on my light skin tone. If I have a tan this does look slightly lighter and I've seen it appear almost peach on people with darker skin. The term "universally flattering" is a bold one but I really think this colour will suit everyone. If you're afraid of bright lip colours this is one to try as the sheerness makes it less in your face.<br />
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There are two annoying features of Revlon Lip Butters when it comes to wearing them in the summer. Number 1 is that they melt! Do not leave them in your car or take them along with you on a long walk. Number 2 is that since they're glossy if you have long hair they will get stuck on your lips if it's windy out. Despite these two factors they're easy to just pop on when it's really hot out and you don't want to wear too much makeup.<br />
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<br />Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14571569917515941226noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1165019706563679107.post-7864149743921602772013-06-07T13:30:00.000-07:002013-06-07T13:30:01.788-07:00My Experience With Acne & Accutane<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Today I'm writing a VERY personal post and I'm admittedly somewhat nervous. This post contains pictures of acne so if you're easily grossed out I wouldn't recommend reading it. I hope this post helps anyone suffering with acne and is having a hard time curing it. I am not a medical professional or a pharmacist but I am a real person who took the drug <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Accutane">Accutane</a> twice so I thought I'd share my story.<br />
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<a name='more'></a> As a teenager I had the typical teenaged breakouts that really made me feel horrible about myself so I would occassionally see a dermatologist. I was put on the birth control pill at 14 and given various anti-biotics and creams. When I was 18 I made the decision to stop taking birth control and my skin went absolutely nuts. <br />
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After much begging and crying I convinced my dermatologist to prescribe me Accutane and I was put on it for 6 months from January-July 2005. I had to get regular blood tests while on Accutane as it can have negative effects on your liver, cholesterol levels, and cause birth defects if you're pregnant. Since I was 18 and not ready kids anyways this wasn't an issue for me. In the U.S. females are made to take horomonal birth control while on Accutane but I was never forced to.<br />
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Accutane (like any other drug) has some side effects and the ones I experienced were:<br />
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<li>Hair thinning (it took about 2 years for the thickness to come back)</li>
<li>Painful eczema all over my body; I basically felt and looked like I had a sunburn for 6 months which was the worst and most unpleasant side effect of Accutane.</li>
<li>Sensitively to light and the sun (I now always sunburnt whereas before I could get a tan)</li>
<li>Joint pain (I still experience this to a lesser extent)</li>
<li>Weight loss (I found it very hard to keep on weight)</li>
<li>Permanent skin sensitively</li>
<li>My formerly oily skin is now dry. My skin didn't really produce any oil for a year after each course. That may sound appealing if you have oily skin but trust me it's not!</li>
<li>My skin got MUCH worse before it got better</li>
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Although Accutane can be a wonder drug most people have to take it twice
for it to be effective. Accutane did not make me more depressed but
for some people it does. Your skin WILL get worse before it gets better
as Accutane purges your skin which could be why some people become
depressed while on it.<br />
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Accutane is a very serious drug to take and is only a last resort for acne but I don't regret taking it one bit. I was in physical pain and very depressed because of my acne. If you are considering Accutane I highly recommend joing the <a href="http://acne.org/">Acne.org</a> forums as it is such a supportive community and helped me a lot. <br />
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Topshop's selection of makeup in Canada is very limited and overpriced yet they occassionally have good sales and student discounts (I take advantage of looking 10 years younger than I am and use my sister's old student i.d.). Currently there are only Topshops in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Calgary. Flush is my second cream blush by Topshop and I have yet to understand the hype around these blushes. I bought this product for the colour alone as I had heard it was a perfect pair for MAC's lipstick in Rebel.<br />
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The packaging of Topshop cream blushes are sleek and small with a mirror inside. The white outer packaging gets dirty pretty quickly but since the packaging is very sturdy and functional that's just a minor issue for me. You get 4 grams of product with this blush which isn't a lot but since I personally have a ton of blushes I'm not going to finish this anytime soon.<br />
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Flush is a bright warm toned pink and somewhat similar to <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2013/03/illamasqua-blush-in-hussy.html">Illamasqua's blush in Hussy</a>. The colour is perfect for both neutral makeup and pairs well with very dark lips. I find that Topshop's cream blushes are best applied with a synthetic brush and any of my Real Techniques face brushes work well. This blush dries to a powder finish and can easily be re-applied over powder or liquid makeup. This is important because the lasting power of this particular blush is AWFUL. My other Topshop blush, <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2013/03/topshop-cream-blush-in-neon-rose.html#more">Neon Rose</a> lasts much longer in comparison. In the 9 hours that I tend to wear this blush I have to reapply this about 4 times and considering it is 3 times the price of the MUA cream blush I reviewed that's pretty stupid if you ask me.<br />
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Although I do love my other Topshop cream blush (Neon Rose) my experience with Flush has made me reconsider purchasing more. I do think a lot of Topshop makeup products are great (mainly their lipsticks and mascara) but I'd give their Cream Blush in Flush a pass.<br />
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Immodest is one of Illamasqua's newer lipsticks and I picked it up on a whim after being annoyed that Sephora was sold out of everything else I had planned to purchase. I have returned this lipstick but I did wear it for one day and thought I would share my thoughts on it. I know it sounds kind of cheap that I returned something I reviewed on my blog but I did intend to keep this lipstick I just was kind of low on cash at the time.<br />
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Immodest is a bold and bright medium pink in a matte formula. I have tried a handful of Illamasqua's matte lipsticks in the past and although I love them the formula is kind of hard to work with. They're very thick and unforgiving so much prep is needed before wearing them. Immodest's formula on the other hand is a million times better. It is smooth and light and doesn't cling to dry patches. Immodest is long lasting and non-drying so formula wise it's absolutely perfect.<br />
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Colour wise I don't think Immodest is very unique which is what made me return it. I'm sure I could find a similar colour in the drugstore for a fraction of the price. I also don't think it's the perfect shade for my colouring. I'd imagine it'd look amazing with dark or light hair but since I have a weird hair colour (I don't even know whether to call myself a blonde, brunette, or redhead) it's not the best shade of pink out there for me personally. If you don't have anything like this in your collection I'd recommend it as the formula is amazing but as someone who has way too many lipsticks it's not a must have for me.<br />
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Availability: <a href="http://www.sephora.com/product/productDetail.jsp?keyword=immodest&skuId=1483445&country_switch=ca&productId=P241717&_requestid=29363">Sephora</a> ($30 CAD) or <a href="http://www.asos.com/Illamasqua/Illamasqua-Lipstick/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=809149&SearchRedirect=true&SearchQuery=immodest">ASOS</a> ($28.82 CAD with free shipping)<br />
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Firstly I'm sorry if these pictures are way too bright. As someone who starting blogging in the winter I'm now re-learning how to take pictures as it's so bright and sunny outside. I haven't done a favourites post since February as I've been loving the same products since. I tend to change my makeup colours daily but I did tend to gravitate towards certain products this month.<br />
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<b>Illamasqua Nail Polish in Collide:</b> <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2013/04/new-nail-polishes-for-spring-summer.html">Featured here</a>. I have acquired A LOT of new nail polishes this month (mainly thanks to my mother) but this is the colour I've been wearing the most. It looks great both on my fingers and toes and the formula is amazing.<br />
<b>Gucci Flora Perfume</b>: <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2013/04/gucci-flora-eau-de-parfum.html">Reviewed here</a>. This is my newest perfume and I just love the scent so much.<br />
<b>L'Oreal Silk & Gloss Hairspray:</b> I randomly picked this up a few months ago and feel like it really does make my hair feel silky and glossy.<br />
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<b>Maybelline Color Sensational Brights Lipstick in Shocking Coral:</b> <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2013/04/maybelline-color-sensational-vivid.html">Reviewed here</a>. I absolutely love this shade and it's so summery and bright.<br />
<b>Maybelline Color Whisper in Oh La La Lilac and MAC Dazzleglass Creme in Demure: </b> <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2013/02/maybelline-color-whisper-in-oh-la-la.html">Maybelline reviewed here</a> and <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2012/12/mac-lavish-rose-lip-gloss-set.html">MAC reviewed here</a>. This has been my lazy makeup lip combo for the past few months. It creates the perfect cool toned pale pink lip.<br />
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<b>GOSH Catchy Eyes Mascara:</b> I'll be reviewed this soon but basically I think I've found an affordable dupe of Benefit They're Real.<br />
<b>Maybelline The Rocket Mascara: </b> I bought this after reading <a href="http://northernblush.blogspot.ca/2013/02/maybelline-rocket-volum-express-mascara.html">Vicky's review</a> of it and I'm just in love with this stuff. It makes my lashes look insanely bold.<br />
<b>Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer:</b> I received this in <a href="http://www.jsandmakeup.co.uk/">my U.K. swap with Jess</a> and this concealer is powerful stuff. Just a tiny little bit covers pimples and acne scars.<br />
<b>Maybelline Dark Circle Eraser Concealer:</b> <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2013/05/maybelline-instant-age-eraser-dark.html">Reviewed here</a>. Probably the best undereye concealer I've ever tried.<br />
<b>Barry M Dazzledust in 53/Chocolate:</b> <a href="http://littlerdbw.blogspot.ca/2013/04/barry-m-dazzledusts.html">Reviewed here</a>. This is just the most perfect crease colour.<br />
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I received this cream blush in my U.K. swap with Paulina from <a href="http://thisgirlloveschic.blogspot.ca/">this girl loves chic</a> but I will link below where you can order it online if you live outside of the U.K. MUA is almost like a British version of E.L.F. Cosmetics as most of their products sell for <a class="product-image" href="http://www.muastore.co.uk/index.php/cream-blusher"></a><span class="regular-price" id="product-price-379" itemprop="price"><span class="price">£1-</span></span><span class="regular-price" id="product-price-379" itemprop="price"><span class="price"><span class="regular-price" id="product-price-379" itemprop="price"><span class="price">£</span></span>2 and you can buy them at the British chemist/drugstore chain Superdrug as well as online. I had previously only tried MUA's eyeshadows so I was pretty excited when I received this.</span></span><br />
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<span class="regular-price" id="product-price-379" itemprop="price"><span class="price"> MUA Cream blushes come in basic and thin plastic packaging. This blush easily fits in the palm of my hand and won't take up much space in your makeup bag. The clear window at the top of the compact makes it easy to see what the colour is. I would prefer that this blush came with a mirror but for </span></span><span class="regular-price" id="product-price-379" itemprop="price"><span class="price">£2 ($3.13 CAD) you can't really complain.</span></span><br />
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<span class="regular-price" id="product-price-379" itemprop="price"><span class="price"> Bittersweet is a hot bubblegum pink that is a cream shade (doesn't contain shimmer). It is extremely pigmented so you have to be careful only to apply a tiny bit. I usually apply cream blush with a synthetic brush but I found this particular blush blended in better when I used my fingers. Bittersweet blended out to be a natural pink on my fair skintone.</span></span><br />
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<span class="regular-price" id="product-price-379" itemprop="price"><span class="price"> Formula wise this is very thin and reminds me of Illamasqua's cream blushes. Bittersweet dried completely matte and never looked dewy or wet on my skin. I didn't set this blush with translucent powder as it didn't feel necessary. Cream blushes don't tend to last very long on my skin yet this MUA blush lasted around 8 hours which is very impressive to me. For the price this blush is great and since <b>I'm going to U.K. (YAYYY!!!!) this summer</b> I may might just pick another one up :)</span></span><br />
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This is actually Sunday's outifit but aeeing as the weather was perfect that day and my new ASOS skirt arrived a few days ago I thought I'd share my summery outfit. The blouse is actually lace/crochet and was a hand me down from my stylish grandma. I ordered this raspberry midi skirt (well it's a maxi on me) from ASOS only about a week ago and this colour is sold out but <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Full-Midi-Skirt-with-Pleats/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2704265&SearchQuery=midi%20skirt&Rf-800=-1,35&sh=0&pge=2&pgesize=20&sort=3&clr=Black">they still have black in stock</a>. These bracelets were part of a set I picked up from Topshop last week and they were $18 for 6 mixed medal bracelets. My glittery sandals are from Topshop last year. I had bought them in April 2012 at full price and wore them to death all summer. In September I managed to get a second pair on sale for $20 and saved them until now.<br />
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And boy does the sun ever make me look even paler. I need a tan!<br />
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I'm sure people who have never been to Canada imagine we live in igloos year round but the summer in Ontario is actually boiling hot and humid. I live in the city and don't have air conditioning so I need something to make my makeup last. Two years ago I took a makeup course and was introduced to white setting powders and was amazed at how natural they looked and felt on my skin. Although I loved the powder we used (it was by Kett), it broke me out since it contained rice starch. Rice and corn starch both break me out and are very common in powder makeup so this was the first white powder I could find that contained neither.<br />
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Invisible Loose Setting Powder is admittedly pricey and as someone who is super cheap it pains me to hand over $44 for a face powder. I have to say it is worth every single penny and I wish I discovered it sooner. You get a little over 11g of powder which lasts me around 3 months of daily use which is why I reserve it for the summer only. Laura Mercier recommends that you apply this powder with a fan brush but I always use a velour puff which works better on my dry skin.<br />
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I only apply this powder once in the morning and never ever have to touch it up. The hottest it gets in Toronto is around 35<span class="st">°C/95</span><span class="st">°F and I tend to walk a lot in the summer yet this stuff keeps my foundation and concealer in place while feeling light. I put Invisible Loose Setting Powder to the ulitmate test when I went to Florida last June. It was extremely hot and humid with severe rain everyday yet my face never got super shiney. After around 8 hours my face looks a bit dewy if it's hot out but not in a bad way.</span><br />
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<span class="st"> If you have really oily skin, live in a hot climate, or need your makeup to last a long time (such as for an event) I HIGHLY recommend this stuff.</span><br />
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<span class="st">Availability: <a href="http://www.sephora.com/invisible-loose-setting-powder-P277510?skuId=1307479">Sephora</a>, $44 CAD</span><br />
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