12.31.2011

December Favorites Video Product List


Happy New Year's Eve! I wish you all a lovely evening <3



Products Shown:
Chanel Illusion D'Ombre in Epatant
Suqqu Color Blend Eyeshadow 02 Kokedama and 07 Komorebi
Chantecaille The Evening Duo Palette
Jill Stuart Eye Jelly in 10 Vintage Decor from YesStyle.com
Sigma Mr. Bunny Travel Brush Set
Benefit Boxed Powder Blush in Hervana
Shisiedo Natural Brow Pencil in Natural Black
Shu Uemura Hard 9 Brow Pencil in Stone Grey
Lancome Genefique Repair Night Cream
Bath & Body Works Pink Sugarplum and Winter Candy Apple Body Creams

Make-up Worn:
NYE Glam Look
[Please see tutorial & product list here!]

Lenses:
Geo Tri Color Grey from PinkyParadise.com
Use code -- RAEVIEWONLINE -- for a free mystery gift!
*Please note: I do not make any commission whatsoever from the use of this code.

Nails:
Deborah Lippmann Ruby Red Slippers

12.28.2011

NYE Glam Tutorial Product Details List


I hope this gives you a different spin on the NYE glitter look, which seems to have dominated YouTube this past week. I love glitter but it's more fun - and much easier - when rhinestones take the cake! Take your pick of one focal point on the eyes, either glitter or rhinestones, and let it do the talking :)
P.S. Don't drink and drive! <3



Products Used:
Koh Gen Doh Aqua Foundation SPF 15 in OC-2
Dolce and Gabbanna Powder Foundation in 110 Caramel
Shiseido Natural Brow Pencil in Natural Black
NARS Pro-Primer Eyeshadow Primer
Lancome Color Design Eyeshadow Palette in Mauve Cherie
Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Loose Colour in NCISE
Lancome Artliner in Noir/Black
Armani WP Eyeliner Pencil [LE & discontinued]
Lancome Hypnose Drama WP Mascara in Black
Shu Uemura WKW Holiday Jeweled Love False Lashes
Shu Uemura WKW Holiday Flashing Gold Brush Set 
Lancome Rose Deco Blush [LE & discontinued]
Edward Bess Deep Shine Lip Gloss in Bare Rose

Lenses:
Geo Tri Color Grey from PinkyParadise.com
Use code -- RAEVIEWONLINE -- for a free mystery gift!
*Please note: I do not make any commission whatsoever from the use of this code.

Nails:
Deborah Lippmann Ruby Red Slippers

12.23.2011

JewelMint Giveaway Video Details


And the last holiday giveaway on my YouTube Channel this December is for JewelMint jewelry! I didn't realize how many of you loved JewelMint until my last giveaway so I decided to host another giveaway to celebrate Christmas and up the ante with one extra winner. The guidelines for entering are at the end of the video. Best of luck!



Make-up Worn:
Koh Gen Do Aqua Foundation in OC-2
Dolce & Gabbanna Powder Foundation in 110 Caramel
Shiseido Natural Brow Pencil in Natural Black
**All other color make-up will be revealed in my next tutorial, the NYE Look!

Lenses:
Geo Tri Color Grey from PinkyParadise.com
*Use the code -- RAEVIEWONLINE --
for a free animal lens case & mystery gifts :)
Please note: I do not make any commission whatsoever from the use of this code!

Nails:
Deborah Lippmann's Ruby Red Slippers

12.21.2011

Make Up Forever Aqua Cream in 5 Peach Review, Photos, Swatches


I'll be the first to admit I'm not Makeup Forever's biggest fan. But do I prefer the Sephora exclusive line to MAC? Yes. Makeup Forever foundations are affordable and work well with my combination skin but I haven't been as impressed as others seem to have been with their concealers or their color make-up. The Aqua Creams, however, are a different story.

I dislike cream textures with too much slip because they cause my skin to look excessively oily. They tend to migrate easily, and because I rarely ever touch-up my make-up, it's too much of a hassle to bother with. The texture of the Makeup Forever Aqua Creams, however, is fairly dry. This makes them a little more difficult to spread but much longer-lasting on the skin. These are touted as waterproof, after all! I don't wear 5 on my cheeks often but when I do, I use the Sigma Angled Kabuki F84 to apply and I love that the color doesn't budge, even with 5 hours of wear.





5 is a peachy pink with gold flecks, perfect for application on the cheeks or lips. It leans strongly peach, much more so than the NARS Orgasm Multiple, but it has a similar feel because of the golden flecks.

For the perfect high-shine, shimmering peach lip, I like to apply my Suqqu Creamy Glow Lipstick in 9, a dark brick-based peach, and then top it with this Aqua Cream. I prefer to use my index finger to dab it on but you can use a brush. [If you use a finger, make sure it's clean and don't double dip to keep your make-up fresh!] Then I top the combination with my Chanel Glossimer in Galactic for moisture and extra shine. I'll wear the lip in my Favorites video this month so you can see the trio in action.

Bottom Line: If this is the peach shade you've been looking for, it's a wonderful multi-tasking product that is very much worth the $22 price tag.

12.19.2011

Edward Bess Rose Demure Ultra Slick Lipstick Review, Photos, Swatches


So now that I've made it clear how much I love Edward Bess lip products, here's another review! Here we have his newly packaged lipstick in Rose Demure. My first impression was that it looked too dark in the tube but it's actually much lighter when on my lips, just as with my Forbidden Flower! The formula is still as creamy, moisturizing and pigmented as before. Every time I smell the EB signature fig scent, I fall more in love with it. How that's possible, I can't even begin to explain. I wore this in one of my recent videos, which you can view here, paired with his French Lace Deep Shine Gloss if you'd like to see it in action. It's my favorite way to wear Rose Demure!


Rose Demure is indeed a 'demure' shade. Looking for a lady-like lipstick that doesn't age your face? This is it. Rose Demure adds a bit of color to my face but it's rather neutral, making it an easy color for me to reach for. It coordinates with all blush shades with the exception of oranges/peaches. Generally, I am not a fan of lipsticks that bring out the mauve in my natural lip color but this is just pink enough that it doesn't scare me off. In that respect, it reminds me of NARS Catfight, though the two colors aren't similar - just the vibe is.


Initially, I wasn't a fan of the revamped packaging. The plastic feels excessively lightweight but it's held up well over my travels and at least there isn't any rubbing against the side of the bullet! I'm very gentle with my lipsticks and have only ever broken one but the former packing of the Ultra Slick lipsticks, in regards to rubbing at least, is probably the worst I've ever encountered. I loved the sleek, round metal tube but the rubbing, wow. The lipstick below is EB's Forbidden Flower, used less than a dozen times. I still love the color but the packaging issue makes me hesitant to use it often. 




As you can see, my Rose Demure is in mint condition. I've used it just as much as I have used Forbidden Flower, so I now prefer the revamped packaging! And unfortunately, I haven't had the time to snap a lip swatch but this is the color swiped once across the back of my hand.


Bottom Line: Rose Demure is an unexpected love. It's is a universally flattering color so give it a try!
Edward Bess Ultra Slick lipsticks can be purchased for $32 through his website, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman.

12.18.2011

Julep Whitney Nail Polish Review + Giveaway Video Details


I'm not joking when I say Julep's Whitney nail polish is my holy grail griege. I really do love it! No base, only Butter London's Hardware top coat to finish, and it's lasted me a week without chipping. You can see the nail wheel in the video with comparisons to Chanel Particuliere and Deborah Lippmann's Fashion. If you're interested in signing up for the Julep Maven program, try using the code RAEVIEW to get your Sneak Peek kit (valued over $40) for just $9.99! And yes, you may skip months or cancel any time so it's very flexible.

P.S. The giveaway details are at the end! Please don't leave your giveaway entries here on this blog. You have to click the video and post your comments there or your entry won't be valid!



Nail Polish Worn:
Julep's Whitney

Make-up Worn:
YSL Holiday 2011 Products
*Tutorial with full list of products to be posted later this week!


Lenses:
Geo Tri Color Green from PinkyParadise.com
*Use the code -- RAEVIEWONLINE --
for a free animal lens case & mystery gifts :)
Please note: I do not make any commission whatsoever from the use of this code!

YSL Eyeliner Effet Faux Cils in Deep Black and Sea Black Review, Photos, Swatches



The one and only eyeliner I am faithful to is Lancome's Artliner, a liquid formula with a smooth felt tip applicator. YSL's newest Effet Faux Cils cream liners, however, are officially my favorite cream eye liners.

Clinique's cream liner is smooth, long-lasting, and very affordable. Shu Uemura's wears very well on my eyes but you must order online through their website. This new YSL formula is most similar to SU's, if case you were curious. Bobbi Brown's is excellent for the lids but a little too creamy for the waterline. MAC's gel liner is also very popular and even though it's not a cream, I still consider gel and cream liners as part of the same category. I find that MAC's gel formula is a little better for oily lids, which I do not have, but the YSL Effet Faux Cils cream liner is the creme of the crop. The texture is a little more dense and incredibly pigmented. I like my black liners to be jet black! The Effet Faux Cils cream liners dry down firmly (but not uncomfortably so) and last all day on my slightly hooded eyes. For the price, however, Clinique takes the cake. 




These liners are clearly richly pigmented, right? The consistency of your lines will be noticeably more matte in finish. This bodes better for those with oily lids and for those who simply do not prefer glossy eyeliner. The Lancome Artliner has a very glossy finish, which I love, but it's nice to mix it up once in a while. I used the black one in my YSL Holiday 2011 Tutorial so you'll be able to see it in action next week!



Bottom Line: YSL did a great job with these liners and I will definitely purchase the brown one.

This review contains sample products sent for consideration by PR but the post is not sponsored and opinions expressed are based strictly on my own experiences.

12.13.2011

Edward Bess French Lace Deep Shine Lip Gloss Review, Photos, Swatches



Edward Bess Deep Shine Lip Glosses are my holy grail lip glosses. They smell delicious, like real figs, and they make my lips look so full! No stinging here, though. It's all just a beautiful illusion. French Lace, just like my other EB First Kiss gloss pictured above, lasts for at least 4 hours through eating and drinking. And to top it off, the formula does not cause my lips to peel! *jump for joy* Most of you know by now how sensitive my lips are so this is big news.


The only mildly irritating packaging issue is that the doe foot applicator yields very little product. I have to dip the applicator twice, at least, into the tube to achieve an even coat of gloss on my lips. Otherwise, the gloss is perfection. I wish I had a lip swatch to show you but it isn't essential because French Lace does not look like much on my bare lips. It tones down the mauve in my natural lip color, adding a bit of milkiness and a hint of pink. It's a My-Lips-But-Better gloss but I like it best when paired with Edward Bess Rose Demure Ultra Slick Lipstick. 



Bottom Line: I want to own EVERY SINGLE Deep Shine gloss! They're really that good. Edward Bess can be purchased through his website, Neiman Marcus, or Bergdorf Goodman.

My Holiday Beauty Gifts to You - NARS, YSL, Shu Uemura, Laura Mercier, Bath & Body Works


It's giveaway month on my YouTube channel and this video is dedicated to some of my favorite high-end products this holiday season. I took a mini-break from videos last week and went shopping instead for gifts to give away to my awesome subscribers. Make sure you follow directions at the end of the giveaway to enter :) Merry Christmas!
P.S. I'll also be holding Chanel nail polish giveaways here on my blog and on my facebook soon!



Grand Prize, $90+ Retail Value:
NARS Danmari Palette, a Sephora Exclusive
Shu Uemura Lash Curler, available only at shuuemura-usa.com

Second Prize, $70+ Retail Value:
YSL Golden Glosses in 2 & 10
Bath & Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom Body Lotion

Third Prize, $40 Retail Value:
Laura Mercier Petite Trio Smokey Taupe
Bath & Body Works Paris Amour Body Lotion

Make-up Worn:
Le Metier de Beaute Peau Vierge Tinted Treatment in 2
Dolce & Gabbana Powder Foundation in Tan
Shu Uemura Brow Pencil in Stone Grey
Laura Mercier Luxe Eye Portfolio for Holiday - Mica and Ground Coffee
Lancome Artliner in Noir with Kiss False Lashes in 03
Dolce & Gabbana Blush in Tan and Benefit Hervana Blush
Edward Bess Rose Demure Lipstick and French Lace Gloss

Lenses:
Geo Tri Color Green from PinkyParadise.com

Nails:
Chanel Black Velvet, LE

12.10.2011

Le Metier de Beaute Peau Vierge Correcteur Concealers in Fraise/Cool and Medium Review, Photos, Swatches


I've never worn concealer regularly.. until now. I do not even wear base make-up, much less any kind of make-up, daily. I usually apply my skin care, curl my eyelashes, and call it a day. I prefer to allow my skin to breathe when I am not filming a tutorial or testing a new product but these Le Metier de Beaute Peau Vierge Correcteur concealers have managed to change my stance on concealer. I'd rarely use concealer, even in my tutorials, instead opting for a highlighter like YSL's Touche Eclat. But now I notice and appreciate the significant difference in how much brighter and smoother my complexion looks when I use the PV concealers, which is why I now use them every time I do choose wear a base.


My stand-by concealers are Dior Sculpt in 002 and Cle de Peau Concealer in Beige but we'll use the similarly packaged CdP stick concealer to compare quality and performance. I actually gave my Cle de Peau concealer to my grandmother the other day because I feel the formula of the PV concealer is that good. The PV concealer lasts for 6 hours and does not migrate into the fine lines of my eyes the way the updated formula of the CdP concealer does. My grandmother's eyes are oily so it works better for her but my eyes are extremely dry so I prefer the slightly more moisturizing formula of the PV. In the photo below, you see Fraise/Cool on the left and Medium on the right. 



I use Fraise/Cool directly beneath the eyes and a touch of Medium to cover the patchy red and brown hyperpigmentation directly below the orbital bones. I have not used it long enough to see substantial effects of the concealer's retinol and other skincare bonuses, however, but my fine lines are less noticeable and the concealer does seem to boost the effectiveness of my Jeune d'Age Organics moisturizing eye cream, which is a must-have for dry eyes. I apply a layer of eye cream and wait for it to dry first. Then I warm up the concealer against my fingertip and dab it on, smoothing it out with my Le Metier de Beaute concealer brush.


Conclusion: Yes, these LMdB Peau Vierge concealers are very expensive but the price is justified considering the outstanding pigmentation and performance. I will definitely be repurchasing both Fraise and Medium and can't wait to use them in conjunction with my Peau Vierge Tinted Treatment in Shade 2 when it arrives next week!

This review contains sample products sent for consideration by PR but the post is not sponsored and opinions expressed are based strictly on my own experiences.

12.08.2011

Holiday Party Outfit of the Day + Steve Madden Giveaway Video Details



It's been a year or more since my last Outfit of the Day video so I'm excited to bring you my favorite kind of outfit, a dress & blazer combination. I'm also giving away a $150 Steve Madden Gift Certificate so make sure you watch the video on YouTube, not here on Blogger, to enter a comment into the contest! The rules and guidelines can be found in the description box of the video.


Make-up Worn:
Chantecaille Future Skin in Sand
Hera HD Powder Pact [Moist] in 21
Edward Bess Bronzer in Daydream
Shiseido Natural Brow Pencil in Stone Grey
Chantecaille The Evening Duo [Eyeshadow]
Lancome Hypnose Drama Waterproof Mascara
YSL Waterproof Pencil in Black
Faux Lashes in Roxy
Laura Mercier Lip Glace in Bellini

Nails:
Rescue Beauty Lounge Locavore
*No Nail Polish in Intro & Outro

Lenses:
Queenie Royal Grey
--from PinkyParadise.com
Use code RAEVIEWONLINE for a surprise gift!
I do not make any commission when you use my code J

12.06.2011

Rescue Beauty Lounge Locavore Review, Photos, Swatches






I'm not one to buy nail polish sight unseen. I just don't do it! But I recently took the plunge for Zoya so I figured I should take the plunge for the brand I've really been coveting, Rescue Beauty Lounge [only available online here]. I don't mind paying shipping from RBL because they package their nail polishes well, neatly and efficiently in boxes and bubble wrap. Zoya, on the other hand, charges for shipping but sends out my order hastily wrapped in linty cushion, covered several times over in clear packing tape that made the lint difficult to cut through. If you're going to overcharge me for USPS shipping, I expect bubble wrap - nothing that causes a mess or a hassle.

Anyway, that's my little packaging rant. I'm sorry if you think I'm being harsh but I like to get my money's worth at all times, even when it comes to shipping. I'd buy Zoya again if I see any covetable colors at Ulta but I will avoid Zoya's subpar shipping and handling from now on.


Thankfully, this review writes itself. Locavore is a limited edition nail polish from Rescue Beauty Lounge and it's drop-dead gorgeous. It wears terribly without a base coat, one day tops before chipping occurs, but when paired with Deborah Lippmann's Ridge Filler, it lasts one week. Not bad! Just try to avoid very hot showers, as that makes the polish peel off completely. Glitters can be difficult and as unique and beautiful as this color is, Locavore suffers from the usual downfalls of glitter nail polish. 

More on the color: Green, fuchsia, and turquoise glitters are suspended in a clear base but this festive color is opaque in two coats. The formula is thicker than any of my other glitter polishes but that's due to the number of microshimmers in the polish. Believe me, that's a good thing. [The only formula that comes close is Butter London's newest Holiday polish, The Black Knight, which is also gorgeous and memorable, but it chips within hours of application!]

In front of my window 

In sunlight, to show the facets of the polish

Bottom Line: I don't have anything else like it so make sure you buy it before it sells out again!

12.05.2011

Shiseido 'Perfect' Foundation Brush Review, Photos


I know, I know.. how could I not have tried this brush sooner? It was a smashing success with beauty editors even before its public launch and I see can why! It's definitely among my top 5 favorite foundation brushes and yields very similar results to Sigma's famous F80. Both boast densely-packed brush heads with carefully placed, soft synthetic bristles. The F80 gives me more of an airbrushed finish with rarely any streaking so I do prefer it, but the Shiseido Perfection Foundation brush comes pretty darn close. I dab a pea-sized amount of the liquid foundation over the center of my face, most carefully around the orbital bone and around my nose, and then smooth the foundation outward to my forehead and sides of the face. I also go back and dab a smidge extra on the tops of my cheeks to cover my redness since I don't use concealer regularly.

You really can use this brush with all foundation formulas - just make sure you wash and dry between powder, liquid, or cream foundations. I personally prefer using this brush with liquid foundations because I use a MAC 187 for powders and the CoverFX 160 for creams.



The angled slant of the bristles makes it easy to maneuver through the contours of the nose, eyes, and mouth and I actually prefer the shorter handle! Some have complained at how small the brush is but I find that it offers more control and it's much easier to store in my travel bag.


I wish I had taken more photos for size comparison but this Sigma travel/short-handled brush from the London kit was the only one I had on hand. Still, the Shiseido brush is much smaller!

Bottom Line: This may be the best affordable, most versatile foundation brush on the market right now and it's a must-have in my book!

12.03.2011

Butter London Blagger Review, Photos, Swatches


There are few Butter London polishes that I think are worthy of the $14 price tag but Blagger has captured my heart. I had been looking for an opaque, bright blue cream that wouldn't darken against my currently medium skin tone yet all the similar colors I had tried previously from other brands were shimmers, not creams. When I saw Ingrid tweeting about it, however, I knew I had to try it!

Blagger is perfect in two coats, and unlike some of my other BL polishes, it doesn't chip! There was some minor tip wear but that's normal. I didn't use a base coat and only added BL's Hardwear topcoat in the photos seen here in this post. I love how rich and vivid the blue hue is, don't you?


Bottom Line: I love it and it's one of my Top 3 Butter London nail polishes!


P.S. I'm sorry I haven't reviewed the BL Holiday colors yet. Soon, I promise!

12.02.2011

Neutral Cut Crease Tutorial Product List and Video Details


My first cut crease eye tutorial! This technique is best for hooded eyes that need some lift and it's also great for those looking for a way to dramatize and spice up their make-up routine. I admit I am a little rusty at it since it has been years, literally, since I last donned this look but I still hope you enjoy the tutorial! I also didn't blend out the sketch line, though I generally would, so you could better gage the effect of the cut crease technique. The more you darken the area where you cut the crease, the more impact the look will have!



*Note: I had already applied my D&G Powder Foundation and Shu Uemura Brow Pencil earlier so that is why the foundation and brow footage is not included.

Products Used in the Tutorial:
MAC Paint Pot in Soft Ochre
Laura Mercier Eyeshadow in Vanilla Nuts with LM Angled Eye Color Brush
Urban Decay Naked Palette - Virgin, Smog, Darkhorse with dual-ended Zero & Whiskey 24/7 Pencil
Hourglass Calligraphy Liquid Eyeliner in Ebony from Sephora
Lancome Hypnose Drama Waterproof Mascara in Black
[Unknown brand of false lashes, 10-pack style]
D& G The Blush in Tan and Peach with Sigma F25 and F40
Laura Mercier Lip Glace in Bellini

Nails:
Rescue Beauty Lounge Bikini Bottom

Lenses:
Geo Tri Color Grey from Pinky Paradise

11.30.2011

Revlon Lip Butter Review and Swatches - Tutti Frutti, Cupcake, Strawberry Shortcake, Sweet Tart


These new Colorburst Lip Butters are medium to full pigment hybrid balm-textured lipsticks. And don't worry if you can't find them right now; they'll be permanently available soon!




Revlon really did a wonderful job with the formula and I love the way it glides across the lips. These are moisturizing enough but they cause my sensitive lips to peel so I won't be purchasing any more. With the exception of Cupcake and Creamsicle, the colors are fantastic for anyone in the light to medium skin tone range. Cupcake and Creamsicle would look best on very fair women and men, who are looking more for a lustrous finish to the lips - not much color.

Swatches - Tutti Frutti, Cupcake, Strawberry Shortcake, Sweet Tart

Tutti Frutti

Cupcake

Strawberry Shortcake

Sweet Tart

I purchased Sweet Tart with hesitation but it turned out to be my favorite color! I apologize for the lack of swatches of Creamsicle. It accentuates every dry patch on my lips so I didn't want to post the picture. It's not peach at all on my lips, just an ambiguous milky color. 

Bottom Line: If these didn't make my lips peel, they'd probably be my top drugstore lipstick choice.

November Favorites Details + Links to all Products


I posted all the links to the products shown in the video down below. Enjoy!



Products Shown in Video:
Sigma Beauty London & Make Me Cool Travel Brush Kits
Revlon Lip Butters [swatches & review were just posted!]
Edward Bess Ultra-Slick Lipstick in Forbidden Flower
Edward Bess Ultra-Luminous Eyeshadow in Dusk
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
Jeune D'Age Moisturizing Eye Cream
Temptu Smooth and Matte Primer
Laneige Snow Crystal Dual Base
Dior DiorSnow Night Concentrate
L'Oreal Elnett UV Filter Extra Strong Hold Hairspray
Hana Titanium Ionic Flat Iron 1.5"

Make-up Worn in Video:
Dolce and Gabbana Powder Foundation in Warm
Shu Uemura Eyebrow Pencil in Stone Grey
Dolce and Gabbana Eyeshadow Quad in Jewels
Lash Royalty False Lashes in Gossip
Dolce and Gabbana Blush in Mauve Diamond
Dolce and Gabbana Classic Cream Lipstick in Charm
Inglot Sleek Lip Gloss in 42

Nail Polish:
Rescue Beauty Lounge in Bikini Bottom


Lenses:
Queenie Royal Grey Lenses from PinkyParadise.com
Use the code 'RAEVIEWONLINE' for a free animal lens case & mystery gifts :)
--Please note: I do not make any commission whatsoever from the use of this code!

11.29.2011

'Plum-tastic' Fall Make-up 2011 Tutorial Details


I hope you enjoy my take on the 'new neutral' trend of using plums in place of browns! A Burberry make-up artist was the one to clue me in and thank goodness he did :)



Products Used in the Video:
Chanel MatLumiere in 40 Beige
Bobbi Brown Sheer Finish Loose Powder in 1 Pale Yellow
Sigma Beauty The Cities - London Travel Brush Set
Shu Uemura Eyebrow Pencil in Stone Grey
NARS Pro-Prime Eyeshadow Base
Le Metier de Beaute Kaleidoscope in Modernist Merlot [Click here see photos & a review!]
*Call Fashion Island's Neiman Marcus to order: 949.759.1900
Chanel Waterproof Eyeliner in Rose Platine
Urban Decay 24/7 Pencil in Rockstar
Lancome Hypnose Drama WP Mascara
Velour False Lashes in Extra Oomph
Lancome Juicy Tube in Magic Spell

Nails:
Butter London Blagger

Lenses:
Queenie Royal Grey Lenses from PinkyParadise.com
Use the code 'RAEVIEWONLINE' for a free animal lens case & mystery gifts :)
--Please note: I do not make any commission whatsoever from the use of this code!

11.28.2011

HOLIDAY: Make Me Up Travel Set in Make Me Cool, NEW from Sigma!




I'll be sharing pictures of Sigma's newest brush set release, the Make Me Up Travel Edition, with you today! I have the original, full-sized version of the gorgeous turquoise Make Me Cool color way and I will show you the differences in the sizing of the brushes at the end of the post.

Sigma's site description: "The Sigma Beauty Make Me Up Travel Edition was specially designed for a fun, yet practical makeup application. This kit contains seven travel-size brushes from our best-selling Essential Kit. The brushes come in an innovative and functional container that turns into two brush holders to keep you stylish and organized on the go."






These are the same price as the City Collection travel sets I showed last week [with the exception of the 18k gold-plated London], a reasonable $59. I prefer the City Collection sets because the brushes are very specific, better tailored to professional make-up application -- after all, you are getting the brushes from the Sigma Premium Professional set. But I think the Make Me Up Travel Edition is definitely going to appeal to the general population more since the brushes are truly essential styles! You will receive a powder brush, a foundation brush, blush/contour brush, and four eye brushes.






This kit will make any special person in your life very happy. Also, if your budget is a little more restricted, then this is a great way to try out Sigma brushes before investing in the full-sized version of the Make Me Cool kit!
Here are those full v. travel brush size comparison photos I promised you. As you can see, the brush heads are identical but the handles are shorter! The quality of the bristles and the density of the handles have not been compromised so no need to worry; these are a much more worthy purchase than MAC's shoddy, overpriced mini brushes.



Bottom Line: If you thought the City Collection was a bit narrowly tailored considering your make-up needs, then this basic and affordable travel edition is perfect for you! 
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