November and December 2013 Beauty Favorites + Hits & Misses

I am so excited to share my latest batch of Favorites! Since I missed the month of November, I combined some of my most frequently reached for picks from last month with some new goodies I have been loving the past couple weeks. I included two 'misses' as well. I purchased the Urban Decay concealers during their Friends and Family sale, and thank goodness I did. I would have hated to pay full price for such lackluster concealers (more details in video). I also purchased one of their new Revolution lipsticks, very waxy and not comfortable on the lips at all. I will be sticking to EM Michelle Phan and Benefit products for mid-range beauty products from now here on out! On a more positive note, I am so happy with Sigma's new synthetic eye brushes and Kerastase Reflection hair care for color-treated locks. Last but not least, take advantage of Koh Gen Do's limited edition makeup removal wipes in the large roll while you can! They're a great value since the cloths are incredibly gentle and the cleansing water ideal for sensitive skin.  

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Products Reviewed:
YSL Volupté Sheer Candy Lip Balms in 2 Dewy Papaya and 4 Succulent Pomegranate 

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard 

Sigma Beauty Spot-On Concealer Kit Brushes (F63 & F69) 

Sigma Beauty The Perfect Blend Kit Brushes (E32 & E37) 

EM Michelle Phan Arched Brow Pencil in Black 

Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil Cartridge in 204 & Holder 

Urban Decay 24/7 Concealer Pencils in FBI & DEA 

Chanel Illusion D'Ombre Eyeshadow in Initiation 

Giorgio Armani Eccentrico 4-in-1 Face Palette (Blush) 

IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Flat Top Buffing Foundation Brush 

IT Cosmetics Celebration Powder Foundation in Neutral-Medium 

MUFE 112 Medium Precision Foundation Brush 

Giorgio Armani Lasting Silk UV Compact Foundation in 4 

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Cleansing Cloths ROLL 

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Cleansing Cloth PACKS 

Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Shampoo 

Kerastase Reflection Chroma Thermique Leave-In 

BB Dakota Broderick Sweater in XS 

MINKPINK The London Look Sweater in XS 

Makeup Worn:

Estée Lauder Double Wear Liquid in 3W1 Tawny 

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard 

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powders in Ethereal, Luminous, and Radiant 

Kevyn Aucoin Eyeshadow Duo in #210  

Tom Ford Defining Eyeliner Pen in Deeper 

Velour Lashes Day & Night Kit 'Strike A Pose' 

YSL Volupté Sheer Candy Lip Balm in 2 Dewy Papaya 

Giorgio Armani Rouge Ecstasy CC Lipstick in Beige 100 

Jouer Lip Gloss in Coral Glisten 

Sweater: 

BB Dakota Broderick Sweater 

Nails:

Chanel Cosmic and Magic 

There were plenty of favorites that did not make the final cut for this video, but that does not mean I appreciate them any less! For example, here is the Jo Malone English Pear and Freesia trio that I posted on Instagram, available at Neiman Marcus. I purchased it as a treat for myself, but it would make a fabulous gift for any sweet fragrance lover! I especially adore the mini body creme, which is the ideal size for traveling or tossing into a purse to relieve parched winter hands. NOTE: I know a lot of you seem to pair this with Nectarine Blossom and Honey, but I prefer to wear it alone!

At the end of the day, there are too many things I cherish to cram into just one video. These Favorites videos are just to provide you with an idea of products that I reach for most often during any given month. I did intentionally leave out some products to review them in my 'Best of 2013 Beauty' video, so I hope you will keep your eyes peeled for that one. I promise it will be epic! Merry Christmas, everyone!!

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EYELINER 101: The Best Liquid, Pencil, and Gel/Cream Eye Liners [Comprehensive Shopping Guide]

This post is for anyone who has previously asked me the question, "What eyeliners are the best?"As many of you very well know, my favorite makeup products to try are foundations, eyeliners, and nail polishes. So it should come to no surprise that this comprehensive shopping guide is thorough, with lots of options! I love variety, whether it is in finish, color, or texture.. don't we all? I hope you find the reviews helpful, text breakdowns of Top 3 at the end! Enjoy :)



Eyeliners Reviewed:
Lancome Artliner in Noir
Maybelline Line Stiletto Liquid Liner
MUFE Aqua Liner Waterproof Liquid in Navy
Stila Sparkle Liquid Liner in Electric [and for those asking, the Stila All-Day Pen liner smudges on me]
Lancome Waterproof Artliner in Beach Bum
Urban Decay 24/7 Waterproof Liquid Liner in Woodstock
Giorgio Armani Smooth Silk Waterproof Pencils
Lancome Kohl in Love Pencils in Chocolate Affair, Deepwater Blue, and Jade Crush
Chanel Stylo Yeux Long-Lasting Waterproof Pencil in Rose Platine [DCed]
MAC Pearlglide Intense Eyeliner Pencil in Undercurrent
THREE Flash Performance Eyeliner Pencil in 8
Bobbi Brown Gel Liner in Black Ink
MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack
YSL Eyeliner Effet Faux Cils in Gold [LE]
Inglot AMC Matte Eye Liner Gels in 90 and 77

Makeup Worn:
YSL Teint Touche Eclat Foundation
Cle de Peau Powder Foundation in O20
Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil in Natural Grey
Tarte Amazonian Clay Bronzer in Park Ave Princess
Burberry Eye Shadow in Dark Sable
MAC Eyeshadows - Blanc Type and Era
Lancome Color Design Infinite 24H Eye Shadows - Tremendous Turquoise & Boundless Blue
Lancome Artliner in Noir and Hypnose Drama WP Mascara
Tom Ford Lip Colour Shine Lipstick in Quiver

Nails:
Zoya Pixie Dust in Vespa

Tank:
Soft Joie from HauteLook

Make-up Haul Product List

My newest haul video consists of permanent items that you can still purchase. I figured this haul was a bit overdue since we're always chasing down the newest and brightest items from the summer.. this should slow the pace :)

Lancome Hypnose W/P Mascara in Black
Dior Bronzer Brush [Shown with the Dior Honey Matte 02 Matte Bronzer]
Dior Iconic Waterproof Mascara in Black
Benefit b.right Ultra Radiance Facial Re-Hydrating Mist
Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer [Now officially my H.G. Contour Powder!]
Chanel ÉCRITURE DE CHANEL Automatic Liquid Eyeliner in Black
MUFE Aqua Eyes Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner in 6 Iridescent Navy Blue
Urban Decay Primer Potion in Eden [New Packaging]
Illamasqua Cream Pigment in Dab
NARS Powder Blush in Taj Mahal
Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Foundation in 4

If you want to see what I purchased from the Summer collections, I showed all the products in the introduction for each of my Summer 2011 tutorials!

The make-up I am wearing is from my first drugstore/affordable make-up tutorial.
I will try to start posting product reviews again next week! Thanks for your patience <3