TOP 10 | Best of Tom Ford Beauty Review

Since I rely so heavily on my favorite Tom Ford Beauty products, I wanted to share this brief brand guide to help you navigate and shop his permanent lineup! I adore the sparkly celestial eyeshadows in most of his eyeshadow quads, but if you prefer subtle shimmer/satin finishes, stick to Orchid Haze and the all-matte Cocoa Mirage! I do realize that glitter is not appropriate for the majority of office jobs and some women prefer smoother, refined eye colors. If, however, you enjoy the celestial formula — which is truly the best glitter formula on the market — do try patting them on with a clean fingertip. I do use a flat shader brush occasionally, but the fingertip trick eliminates all fall out!

Most of my readers and subscribers know how incredibly sensitive and finicky my lips are. Tom Ford's satin and matte lip colors are some of the few formulas that do not irritate my lips! No peeling whatsoever and the pigmentation is always intense. I also wear the Bronzing Powder almost daily because I'm addicted to the finely milled matte texture. Plus the color isn't too warm aka orange, which I much prefer! The Concealing Pen is a new product that some seem to be on the fence about, but I think those with oily and combination skin will love the budge-proof formula. The coverage is about medium, but it brightens up my eyes so effectively! If you have dry eyes, make sure to prep with eye cream. I've covered the other products in my Top 10 repeatedly throughout the years, so please make sure to check out the reviews if you're interested in the details. 

Before I leave you to watch the video, I just wanted to emphasize how phenomenal Tom Ford's permanent nail lacquers are. There are so many neutral and vampy colors that blow Chanel's and even Dior's reformulated gel polishes out of the water! My nail beds are extra small and a bit curved, so I tend to experience excess chipping with lackluster formulas. Tom Ford's long-lasting nail polish in Carnal Red is my new signature red (worn below), and Toasted Sugar is the perfect nude for all light to tan complexions! #need

Makeup Reviewed:

Tom Ford Eye Color Quads in Seductive Rose, Silvered Topaz, Orchid Haze

Mentioned: Cocoa Mirage, Golden Mink + Cognac Sable

Tom Ford Lip Color in Spanish Pink

Tom Ford Matte Lip Color in First Time (swatches here)

Tom Ford Bronzing Powder in Terra (swatches here)

Tom Ford Concealing Pen in Light

Tom Ford Traceless Foundation Stick

Tom Ford Traceless Perfecting Foundation (review here)

Tom Ford Eye Defining Pen in Deeper (review here)

Tom Ford Cheek Color in Frantic Pink (swatches here)

Tom Ford Nail Lacquers in Carnal Red, Scarlet Chinois + Toasted Sugar

Tom Ford Bronzer Brush (review here)

Tom Ford Eye Blender Brush

Makeup Worn:

Tom Ford Liquid Foundation in Fawn

Tom Ford Concealing Pen in Light

Burberry Powder in Ochre Nude

Tom Ford Eyeshadow Quad in Titanium Smoke

Clé de Peau Brow Pencil in Brown 202

Tom Ford Blush in Frantic Pink

Tom Ford Bronzer in Terra

First Aid Beauty Lip Balm

Tom Ford Matte Lipstick in First Time

Tom Ford Eyeliner in Deeper

MAC 8 Lashes

Hair:

T3 Curling Iron

Top:

Karen Millen

Earrings:

Jenny Bird

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BEST OF: By Terry Brand Review, Photos, Swatches + GIVEAWAY!

By Terry has become one of my go-to brands over the years. I love how the creamy and velvety textures are consistent throughout the brand, and the shades offered are all designed to be supremely wearable and flattering. Since I do get regular requests for By Terry recommendations, I figured it would be best to create a comprehensive brand overview. The video is naturally on the longer side since I discuss a dozen products, but I decided to include even more details regarding my favorite By Terry products here. Check out the photos and swatches after the jump!

Curing My Dry Winter Skin/Updated Skin Care + GIVEAWAY Video Details

Hello, everyone! I hope everyone has been enjoying the holidays, so much Christmas cheer! Today I am going to share with you my new skin care regimen, ideal for those with dry skin. And remember, many of those with "oily" skin have what is actually dehydrated skin.. stop using all those harsh oil-stripping products and give your skin the hydration and care it deserves! I would recommend starting with a great night time moisturizer like the Purely Bright and use a hydrating mist like the Rosewater in the mornings if you have oily skin. If you have dry skin, you can go ahead and use the Rose Moisture Cleanser, Mist, and Cream every morning to combat dryness. This stuff really works! And no, I am not paid to say that ;) Great product at a reasonable price.. what's not to love? Best of luck to all with the giveaway!


Products Reviewed:
Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus Foaming Cleanser
Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus Moisturizing Cream
Jurlique Rose Hand Cream
Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist
Bioderma Sensibio H20 Cleansing Water
Jurlique Purely Bright Night Moisturizer
Jurlique Rose Body Oil

Holiday Gifts Set for Giveaway [Guidelines are posted at the end of the video!]:
Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus Essentials, $70
Jurlique Hydrating Essentials, OOS :( Win it through the giveaway!
    *Remember, the giveaway is open internationally!


Make-up Worn in Video:
Tom Ford Brow Sculptor in Espresso 04
YSL Teint Touche Eclat Foundation in B40
Benefit Hello Flawless Powder Foundation in Honey
Tarte Amazonian Clay Bronzer in Park Avenue Princess
Benefit Most Glamorous Nudes Ever.. Eyeshadow Palette
Bobbi Brown Gel Liner in Black Ink
Lancome Hypnose Drama WP Mascara
Ardell Wisipies False Eyelashes
Chanel Glossimer in Sweet Beige

Cardigan:
OLD from Banana Republic

Beanie:
NEW from Adidas store

Nails:
Guerlain Lou Ling

Lenses:
Clear prescription only [I stopped wearing circle lenses]

e.l.f Make-up Brand Review Details

I'm not skeptical of drugstore make-up and I do not dislike drugstore make-up. Some of my favorite products come from the drugstore! But when I chose such a small niche for my YT channel, I did not realize so many people would be quick to judge and misunderstand why I review so many high end products. It is true that I find most designer products to be worth the extra cost and that is why I focus on giving the brands the coverage they deserve. There are, however, gems like e.l.f. that I also feel deserve the same respect and that is why I filmed this review. I love that the e.l.f. products are very affordable and that's how drugstore make-up should be - accessible and practical. These days, many drugstore products are highly overpriced but I think e.l.f. has managed to keep their prices low without compromising quality. Definitely check them out the next time you're at Target or browse the line-up on their website!

e.l.f. Make-up Reviewed:

Studio Blush in Pink Passion [$3]

Essential Hypershine Gloss in Vixen [$1]

Studio Translucent Matifying Powder Compact [$3]

Studio Cream Eyeliners in Brown and Purple [$3 each]

Studio Angled Eyeliner, "C" Eyeshadow, and Powder Brushes [$3 each]

Studio Makeup Mist and Set Spray [$3]

*I would have loved to purchase more but these are, realistically, the only products I would use after reviewing. I hope you can understand I don't need more make-up but wanted to film the review as a show of respect to my many subscribers who requested this video. Like I stated at the end of the review, there are plenty of reviews on the products I was not able to show so take advantage of Google!

Make-up Worn:

Dior Forever Fusion [new formula] in 031

e.l.f. Studio Translucent Matifying Powder

Shiseido Natural Brow Pencil in Natural Black

Jill Stuart Illuminance Eyes in 08 Dazzling Moon 

Lancome Artliner in Noir

Kiss False Lashes in 03

e.l.f. Studio Blush in Pink Passion

e.l.f. Essential Hypershine Gloss in Vixen

Lenses:

Geo Tri-Color Grey from Pinky Paradise

*Use the code -- RAEVIEWONLINE --

for a free animal lens case & mystery gifts :)

Nails:

YSL Nail Lacquer in 44 [Fall 2011]