First Impression! Lierac Paris Mesolift Radiance mini set

My very first ever First Impression review! WOOHOO! I'm really, really excited to discuss with my readers a 'NEW' skincare line I recently spotted. LIERAC Paris! Have ya'll heard of the skincare line? Well, I spotted the Mesolift Radiance mini set at my local Walgreens ($22), it's a $40 value. I was lucky enough to find it on clearance for $11.

The set includes:

- Mesolift Cream 10 ml
- Mesolift Serum 8 ml
- Micellar Cleansing Water 50 ml
- Beauty Bag

CLAIMS:

- Improves skin radiance and tonicity
- Helps revitalize the skin
- Helps reduce the visible signs of skin aging
- Hydrates and protects the skin

I have only used these products for a week now so I can't give truthful thoughts on the claims of it reducing visible signs of aging. I think I need to at least use it for a month to give an accurate opinion on that claim. Nevertheless, I think overall it does improve skins radiance. My skin looks healthier and I have a glow to it.

After I cleanse my face I use a very, very small amount of the serum followed by the cream. The cream makes my skin very soft. As far as the Micellar Cleansing Water, I personally that product is more of a gimmick. Really, what the heck is cleansing water?!? The product is suppose to help with makeup removal, dirt, and other impurities. I don't feel nor see any difference. It didn't take all my makeup off and to simply put it there's way better products out there on removing makeup for the fraction of the price.


The Micellar Cleansing Water was a thumbs down, but the serum and cream a big thumbs up. I will be buying the 2 products in full size and will give a complete review after using it for awhile. If ya'll are interested in purchasing any products of the line I will leave a link to their site.
http://www.lierac.com/int/index.php/

Also, DermStore has their products on sale right now 30% off!

P.S.
I will doing some improvements and changes to my blog (new domain, lens for dslr camera, etc) in the coming up months and thought I should engage with my readers on a more personal level. Saying that, I'm thinking of doing a once a month update of what's going on in my life. Thoughts? Yay or nay?

Facial Mask Review: Formula 10.0.6 'Get Your Glow On'

One of my favorite skincare products to use and test out are facial masks! I absolutely love, love, love to splurge on these! Some of my favorites are Glam Glow, Origins, even Freeman.  Well, I found Formula 10.0.6 at Ulta $5.99. Have I lived under a rock or something??! I ask this because apparently this brand has been around for a long time. The brand was created by a chemist in 1933. Say what?!! Yep! I have been living under a rock!

I purchased 'Get Your Glow on' Brightening Peel Off Mask. To be honest my expectations of this brand wasn't very high. I really don't know why, it just wasn't. Even though I say that, I love this brand or at least this particular mask. This mask is all about the glow, literally.

Claims: "Radiance boosting peel revitalizes tired skin in minutes. Smooth on, sit tight then peel off to remove dead skin cells, unclog pores and banish breakouts. Powerful Papaya helps to resurface skin while citrus boosts brightness so you can flaunt a mesmerizingly clear, smooth and radiant complexion."

With this product you will only need a very small amount to evenly spread all over your face. You will only need to put on a thin layer. The first time I used the product it put me off guard because the texture was very tacky. Once I put the layer it was fine. It gave me a tingling sensation and cooling affect, which I love. As the mask was drying my face was getting extremely shiny, seeing why this mask will make your skin brighten and glow. They weren't kidding with the claims! I waited 15 minutes before I started peeling the mask off. Peeling off felt like Summer months as a kid peeling off a sunburn. We all remember those times as kids, right?! I thought the mask was very easy to peel off. Afterward, I rinsed my face in case I missed any spots of leftover mask. When it was finished my skin had brightened considerably.  It really did take me be surprise. My skin wasn't oily in my tzone either. I loved this product and I will continually purchase this and other products from the brand!

Tip: I heard some people did experience a stinging sensation when the product was on and it hurt when they were peeling it off. I have somewhat sensitive skin and I didn't have this issue. The only thing I can think of is if you exfoliate before using this mask don't overly exfoliate to because just doing that can result in burns and scarring. Over exfoliating that result in burns will very well cause the mask to sting and hurt.

SNEAK PEAK - a - BOO! MAC Cinderella COLLECTION 2015!

                                                   COMING MARCH 2015

Disney on makeup!?! Say what?!! Who wouldn't love that?? Mac has recently announced they will be releasing a special addition. CINDERELLA! The packaging of this collection is in baby blue and gold. I think it's really pretty and gives a princess feel, which is good since the theme is Cinderella. The collection consist of mostly neutral colors.

I CAN'T WAIT to get my hands on these, very exciting!
What do ya'll think? Yay or nay? Any of you going to go see the NEW movie Cinderella? It's release date is set for March 13th!

L'OREAL Brow Stylist Sculptor Review

I saw a commercial on television for L'Oreal's Brow Stylist Sculptor couple months back and decided to purchase the product for roughly $10 at Walgreens. I think it's a decent price for L'Oreal as the brand's prices are a little higher than other drugstore brands. My brows are somewhat thick and dark. I think they match pretty well to the color of my hair. Some areas of my brows have gone a little patchy. Brow Stylist Sculptor saves the day!

The Brow Stylist Sculptor has dual ends. One ended pencil for filling and shaping and a waxy end on the other side. The waxy end is solely for setting brows after being filled in and to tame any loose hairs. There also is a cap on one end that has stiff bristles to comb and tame the hairs. This brow product has 3 shades available: Blonde, brunette, and dark brunette. The pencil glides on easily. You DO NOT need to press hard. This brow product only needs pressed lightly to get the full effect. The wax did an OK job. It did tame some of my wild hairs for a period of time. The bristles were best for blending after filling in the brows. The Brow Stylist Sculptor lasted a good 5 hours before it started slowly fading away. Nothing beats Anastasia Beverly Hill Brow Wiz, but this product is good for those days you don't have much planned other than running a few errands or so. It's a decent drugstore brow product!

 

 

 

 

Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation Review

Hey Beauties! I have been testing out several new products lately and decided to give my full and honest review of the NEW! Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation. I am a fan of the original Fit Me foundation, so I was rather excited to test out the matte version. It's even better than the original!

 CLAIMS:


Mattifies

Erases pores

Matches natural skin tone

Tone & texture fitting

The Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation has 12 shades. I used shade 115 ivory. It's light to medium coverage and can be buildable. For me personally the shade was a perfect match for my skin tone. I dabbed a very small amount all over my face and buffed it into my skin with the Real Techniques Expert Face Brush in a circular motion. Afterwards, I dabbed a damp Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge and patted gently all over my face for a seamless application. The foundation does become a very nice matte finish within minutes of the application. I also noticed a visible reduction of my pores (hey! we all have pores, I don't care who you are!) while having the foundation on my skin. It also evened out my skin tone and texture. I think the claims were pretty accurate. Overall, this foundation will stay in place between 7 and 10 hours depending on your activity. The price ranges anywhere between $6.99 - $8.99 depending on where you purchase it. I will purchase again, very happy with this product.


P.S.
For all my Cincinnatians and Northern Kentucky gals the Kroger at the Newport Pavilion has their cosmetics 20% off EVERYDAY..Woot Woot!

Garnier Moisture Rescue Refresh Gel-Cream Review

It's Winter and during this season I have dry skin. Therefore, I have been on the hunt for good lightweight face moisturizer for dry skin. About a month ago I happen to come across Garnier Moisture Rescue Refresh Gel-Cream. I was a little hesitate about the purchase because in the past I haven't been the biggest fan of the brand. This product has 2 gel-creams, one for normal to combination skin and one for dry skin. I used the product (for dry skin) for about a month now and I can honestly say I'm pleased.

Garnier claims: the product captures the power of Antioxidant Fruit Water. Together with skin-healthy humectants that resemble skin's natural water-binding functions, this refreshing gel-cream, helps replenish skin's moisture reserves for 24 hours and helps defend skin from external aggressors. This ultra-lightweight, oil-free gel-cream contains 2X more moisturizing agents than Garnier's Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel-Cream for Normal Skin. Dermatologist tested for safety. 100% oil-free. Non comedogenic, won't clog pores. Gentle to skin.

 The packaging comes in a round glass container. It has 1.7 oz, which is the standard amount for most moisturizers. The gel formula is water based so the first application it feels like a cool cup of water has been applied to your face. The formula absorbs easily without leaving behind an oily hot mess or shininess. The only downside it contains a lot of alcohol. It really should strip and dry out my skin, but it doesn't. Alcohol doesn’t do skin any favors particularly in regards to aging. I know I shouldn't like it because of the alcohol content, but it works. It keeps my face soft and hydrated!

Have any of you tried it?
What's your thoughts on it?

NEW! Jordana Modern Matte Lipsticks

Hello beauty loves! Have any of you come across the NEW Jordana modern matte lipsticks? I have and let me tell you how freaking much I love these! I found these at my local Walgreens ($2.49). I purchased 2 out of 12 colors, Classy (mauve nude) and Tease (pink nude).

There is a range of nudes, pinks, reds, and a purple color. The colors are pigmented, but you do have to apply the color three to four times to get the pigmentation you like. When you wear it the first time the lipstick can be tugging on your lips, but after the top layer is off the lipsticks are smooth sailing. They can be drying just like any other matte lipsticks. After all, matte lipsticks are well known for being drying on lips. I applied Vaseline to my lips before applying the lipsticks and with that process I didn't have problems with my lips drying out. The packaging is plastic. It's not a cheap plastic as NYC or Wet n Wild lipstick packages are. It's a very tuff plastic, which I was very impressed with, especially given the price. The tube even clicks when the product goes back down. I will definitely be buying more colors. Heck, why not for the price!!