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5.28.2014

THE TEN: My Summer Beauty Essentials [Travel, Beach, Vacation]






1) HAIR: For perfectly tousled beach hair, try the Oribe Après Beach Wave and Shine Spray! I like to spritz this into the lengths of my hair and tease the roots for an effortlessly sultry look. Since the spray adds so much texture and body, you can also throw your hair into a big bun or French Twist if you want it off your shoulders!

2) BODY: To protect your body from sunburns, try the Clarins Sunscreen Care Oil Spray SPF 30! It can also be sprayed onto your hair to protect your color and your scalp from dryness. I love that it dries down quickly while adding a gorgeous glow to the limbs. 

3) SELF-TANNER: For the most even and long-lasting tan possible, try the St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse! Despite dabbling with other brands, I still think St. Tropez is the best. There is also a Self Tan Dark version for those who like to look extra tan!

4) SUNSCREEN: To protect yourself from wrinkles as well as unsightly dark spots, always use sunscreen! I highly recommend the Sulwhasoo Age Veil UV Protection Cream SPF 30 for every day use or the Sulwhasoo Snowise Brightening Serum BB with SPF 50 for those who prefer a tinted product that can also be used as a primer/base. I absolutely love both of them, and sometimes, I'll even use the Age Veil under the Serum BB!

5) POWDER: To prevent overly shiny T-Zones this summer, use powders with sunscreen protection to set your base makeup and touch up your skin throughout the day! I recommend the Shisiedo UV Protection Powder SPF 36 for those who like a little extra coverage (ideal for oily to combination skin) and the Chantecaille Protection Naturale SPF 46 for those who prefer sheer, undetectable loose powders (ideal for dry to combination skin).

6) NEON NAIL POLISH: Bright nails are always an easy way to brighten up your summer! Try the new Dior Vernis Gel Shine formula since it is so glossy and long-wearing. I have been wearing Wonderland, a deep pink, for a couple weeks. For a true neon shade, however, I recommend Essie's Funky Limelight with a white base to help the color pop. OCC's Radiate is another good neon pick!

7) BRONZER: To balance out self-tanner on the body and also give the face some color, try the Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Powder! Use it to set your sunscreen and/or base makeup, and dust an extra layer on your jawline, cheekbones, and hair line for a truly sun-kissed look!

8) MASCARA: A little mascara will go a long way in opening up your eyes and adding a bit of polish to your casual beach attire! Use a waterproof formula, like Guerlain's Maxi Lash WP to give your lashes the perfect, most enviable fringe. It holds curl, separates, and adds volume!

9) LIP BALM: The heat of the summer sun can cause lips to peel. Try By Terry's Baume de Rose for hydrated, plump lips with a hint of pretty pale pink color! It also has SPF 15 for added protection whether your are poolside or at the beach.

10) DEODORANT: This one is a no-brainer, but deodorant is especially important in the summer! My favorite is the Kiehl's Superbly Efficient Anti-Perspirant and Deodorant Cream. It does not interfere with your perfume, and it has a formula that softens underarm hair, which results in a smoother shave!

Watch the video below for more details!

Makeup Worn:
Cle de Peau Concealer in Beige
Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil in 204 and Holder
Urban Decay NAKED Flushed Palette in Native [Bronzer/Highlight only]
Giorgio Armani Flash Lacquer in 107
Velour Lashes in T Dot Ohhh
*Use promo code RAEVELOUR to receive 15% OFF

Sweater:

Nails:
Dior Gel in Wonderland

Earrings:
Forever 21 [old]
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7.06.2013

June Favorites [Skincare/CC Cream, Nail Polishes, Brushes, etc.]


Today I share with you a skin/base-heavy favorites episode! I have especially been loving nail polish this last month, and these are just my top three picks. Now, I have not been testing the Kiehl's BB Cream for very long but it is more fluid and dewy in finish than the Smashbox CC Cream. I do plan to film a CC cream tutorial in a week, so please stay tuned! I know there aren't many Smashbox CC Creams on the web at the moment, which is why I'll be creating a complete tutorial to accompany the review. Thanks so much for your support.. have a wonderful weekend :)


Products Reviewed:
JeNu Ultrasound Skincare System for Eyes and Lips
Kiehl's Skin Ton Correcting and Beautifying BB Cream in Light
Smashbox Camera Ready CC Cream in Fair
Essie Silken Cord Nail Polish
Chanel Starlet Nail Polish
Chanel Alchemie Nail Polish
Hourglass Visionaire Eyeshadow Duo in Dune
OuterBeauty B. Two Faced Brushes
Tom Ford Beauty Bronzer Brush
OuterBeauty Konjac Sponges - Oily and Oily/Acne-Prone

Makeup Worn:
Kiehl's BB Cream in Light
Koh Gen Do Liquid Concealer in 02
Becca Mineral Powder Foundation in Nude
Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder in Natural
Cle de Peau Brow Pencil in Natural Black
Hourglass Visionaire Eyeshadow Duo in Dune
Sephora Precision Liquid Eyeliner in Black
Velour Lashes in Lashaholic
Lancome Gloss in Love in Flash 'N Fuchsia and Violette Paillette

Nails:
Essie Silken Cord

Tank:
Splendid [old]

5.07.2013

My Favorite Drugstore Beauty Products for Spring 2013 [from Ulta, CVS, Walgreens, Korean brands]


Today I am sharing with you my most recent favorite products from the drugstore, from face products to nail polishes! Drugstore product reviews are very highly requested by my readers and viewers these days, so I figured we could all take a break from the luxury brands' releases to focus on the best in the affordable beauty realm. I test drugstore products regularly, so I have been saving some items to review all at once in this video. I hope you enjoy it!



Makeup Reviewed:
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind The Lifter Makeup in Creamy Natural 200
Revlon PhotoReady Perfecting Primer in 001
Physician's Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free Mineral Face Powder in Beige
Lioele Skin Fix Twin Cake [Powder Foundation] SP F27 in 23 Natural Beige
Missha Safe Block Essence SUN SPF 45 Sunscreen
Essie Nail Polishes in Butler Please, Set in Stones, All in One Base
Wet-n-Wild Color Icon Bronzer SPF 15 in Ticket to Brazil
L'Oreal True Match Super Blendable Crayon Concealer in W1-2-3
Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer in Aloe Fresh
Maybelline Color Explosion Eyeshadow Palette in 05 Caffeine Rush [wearing NYX Jumbo Shadow Pencil in Yogurt as a base]
NYX Slide On Pencil in Jet Black [which is not jet black]
NYX Slim Lip Pencil in Natural
NYX Butter Gloss in Creme Brulee


Makeup Worn:
Maybelline Age Instant Age Rewind The Lifter Makeup in Creamy Natural 200
Physician's Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free Mineral Face Powder in Beige
Lioele Skin Fix Twin Cake [Powder Foundation] SP F27 in 23 Natural Beige
Wet-n-Wild Color Icon Bronzer SPF 15 in Ticket to Brazil
L'Oreal True Match Super Blendable Crayon Concealer in W1-2-3
Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil in Natural Black 204
Maybelline Color Explosion Eyeshadow Palette in 05 Caffeine Rush [wearing NYX Jumbo Shadow Pencil in Yogurt as a base and used the Sigma Tapered Blending Brush and Angled Eyeshadow Brushes to apply the colors]
NYX Slide On Pencil in Jet Black [with Red Cherry Lashes #47]
NYX Slim Lip Pencil in Natural
NYX Butter Gloss in Creme Brulee

Nails:
Essie Nail Polishes in Butler Please
Essie Set in Stones

Shirt:
C&C California [super old]

2.02.2011

Chanel Spring 2011 Review, Photos, Swatches


Products Used in Tutorial:
Chanel Pro Lumiere - 20
MUFE Duo Mat Powder - 202
Cargo Blu_ray Powder - 30
Anastasia Brow Wiz - Medium Ash
By Terry Eye Primer - 002
Chanel Ombres Perlees de Chanel - Eyeshadow Quint
Ardell Lashes - 81
Lancome Artliner - Black
Lancome Defincils Waterproof - Black
Chanel Joues Constraste - Espiegle
Chanel Rouge Double Intensite- Cristal Rose

Nail Color: Black Pearl

If you haven't seen the tutorial, here it is!


Haul Photos and Swatches

Ombres Perlees de Chanel:
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Espiegle Joues Contraste:
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Swatches, from left to right:
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Peregrina Rouge Coco [too orange for my taste] and Cristal Rose Double Intensite
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Espiegle Joues Contraste and Ombre Perlees Quint

Vernis:
Chanel Black Pearl 513
Chanel Pearl Drop 511
Chanel Peche Nacree 515
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The photos do not show the differences between Essie's Show Me the Ring and Pearl Drop but Essie's polish is rather sheer and glittery. Pearl Drop is much richer in pigmentation and looks good with two coats, though you can see a bit of streaking. Overall, Show Me the Ring is close enough to make do but it is NOT a dupe.
Black Pearl is rather unique but it is all up to personal preference. I assume the color hasn't sold out simply because it's not as eye-catching a color as Jade or even Particuliere.
Peche Nacree.. how I wanted to LOVE this so. The formula is the most lacking of the three. It requires the most maintenance, at 3 or 4 coats, and it streaks rather easily. It's not a nightmare but this should not be your first Chanel Vernis or you will be disappointed. Lovely frosted peach, though!

The quint is a must-have for everyone and the blusher is pretty but it's permanent! You can wait and save up for it :) The shadow palette, though, is truly a high-quality piece that is worth every penny. These powder shadows are nearly creamy, so easily buildable and ultimately flattering.
I forgot to take photos of the Cristal Rose but it looks very, very similar to Constellation Glossimer, so close that I do indeed consider it a dupe!

If you have any further questions, feel free to leave them in the comments!

1.21.2011

1st Year Anniversary Giveaway – Enter Blog Submissions Here!


Unless you are already following my blog, you were most likely directed here from my YT channel. If you haven’t seen my giveaway video yet, please refer to it below so you can take a look at the prizes =^.^=


Once again, here are the rules and guidelines - just in case you don't want to click the video to get to the YT page for it.

THE CONTEST ENDS – April 1, 12 AM PST
***The WINNERS, as usual, will be announced HERE ON THIS BLOG! Please check back here on April 3 and claim your prize by leaving me your e-mail address within 72 hours. If you do not respond to the announcement post within 72 hours, you forfeit your prize!

Giveaway ENTRY GUIDELINES:
1. You must be 18 years of age or older. If you are under 18, you must have parental consent to participate and if you win a prize, you must have your parent or guardian directly relay your shipping address information to me. This way, I can protect myself from the wrath of parents and more importantly, the law, in that case the parents do not want their minor releasing their address to a complete stranger.
2. You must have a valid shipping address. INTERNATIONAL SUBSCRIBERS ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE!
3. Every entry – HG products blog comment, YT video comment, YT video response -must be submitted prior to April 1, 12 AM PST.

Giveaway ENTRY SUBMISSIONS:
1. You can FOLLOW my BLOG – the one you're looking at ^.^ and leave me a comment under this 1st Year Anniversary Giveaway Post, where you can share with me your Holy Grail [Cannot Live Without] products!
2. You can SUBSCRIBE to my RAEview YOUTUBE CHANNEL. Is it 100% FREE! [http://www.youtube.com/RAEview] After subscribing, please leave me a comment – on the specific video’s page, not my channel home page – and let me know what product reviews and tutorials you want to see more of in the future.
3. You can leave me a VIDEO RESPONSE, showcasing your “everyday” look. The video must be under 1 minute and you can show me the products you use on a day-to-day basis, as well as a quick demonstration if you have enough time.

Each of these three submissions will count as ONE entry. You may only leave one comment on my blog, one comment on the video, and leave me one video response – a total of 3 entries! By the way, ladies and gentlemen.. this giveaway is not sponsored. I purchased all these products with my own funds!


Now.. FEEL FREE TO COMMENT AWAY!
I can’t wait to read about your HG products and of course, try/test some <3


Best of luck, everyone!!
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