Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua Cream Compact Makeup Review, Photos, Swatches, Comparisons

I own at least one bottle of every Chanel foundation formula currently sold, plus a couple bottles and compacts of discontinued formulas. Hence, it must come as no surprise that I am very particular and nit-picky when it comes to reformulations of the foundations. Chanel's new oil-free, non-comedogenic Vitalumiere Aqua Fresh and Hydrating Cream Compact, $58, is the replacement for the now discontinued Teint Innocence Naturally Luminous Cream Compact. The Vitalumiere Aqua Cream Compact was well received in Europe and Asia, and I agree with the rave reviews. It is officially my favorite Chanel foundation. Keep reading to see why!

Urban Decay Haul/Review + Giveaway Video Details

I've never filmed an Urban Decay haul before, so I figured I would share with you some of the products I have been loving! I also have been traveling with the Naked2 palette pretty regularly and threw in my two cents about the pros and cons between the first and second editions. I hope you enjoy the giveaway and don't forget to check out HauteLook!

P.S. Please remember to post your giveaway entries directly on the YouTube video page, NOT here on the blog. [Click on the video below to open up the full video page and place your entry in the comment box.] Entries posted here on this blog will not be valid.

P.P.S. The giveaway end date in the video is incorrect. The giveaway will end on April 6, 2012 @ 11:59 PM PST!



Products Shown/Reviewed:
Urban Decay 24/7 Shadow Pencil Stash
Urban Decay Eye Shadow Primer in Eden
Urban Decay Super Saturated High Gloss Lip Pencil in Lovechild
Urban Decay Naked and Naked2 Eyeshadow Palettes

Make-up Worn:
Lancome Teint Idole Ultra 24HR Foundation in 250W
D&G The Powder Foundation in Caramel 110
Shiseido Natural Brow Pencil in Natural Black
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Shadow Pencils in Delinquent & Sin
Lancome Hypnose Drama WP Mascara & Lancome Artliner
MAC Powerpoint Eye Pencil in So There Jade
Benefit Boxed Blush in Bella Bamba
Chanel Rouge Allure in Desinvolte

Nail Polish:
Butter London Spring 2012 Knackered [see full review HERE]

Color Lenses:
Geo Tri Color Green

Burberry Lip Glow Lipgloss in Cameo Pink 07 Review, Photos, Swatches

I decided to splurge on a Lip Glow lip gloss, $27, after browsing Kristie of Natural N' Chic Makeup's blog review and swatches of the line-up. I remember swatching these glosses when the Burberry line launched, and they felt quite sticky on the back of my hand. I am adverse to testers, even with a fresh tester applicator because of cross-contamination due to double-dipping from other customers' trials, so I did not try the formula on my lips. And this is one of those instances in which I regret not trying on a product in-store because I actually love the Lip Glow formula once applied to my lips!

March 2012 Favorites [Hits & Misses] Video Details

It's time for another favorites! This month has gone by so quickly, where did all that time go?! Thank you for all the support in my blog absence.. I am doing my best to pick up on reviews again, but I just can't seem to get a spare moment! I have so many product photos and swatches to show you guys, just a couple more days and I'll get them written up. Good news, though! I 'm going to try to add cooking to my blog. Just pictures of what I made and possibly a recipe here and there :) Anyway, hope you enjoy this episode!



Make-up Worn:
Guerlain Lingerie de Peau Foundation in 03
Dolce & Gabbana The Powder Foundation in 110 Caramel
Shiseido Natural Brow Pencil in Natural Black
Chanel Ombre D'eau Fluid in 90 Gold
Urban Decay Naked2 Palette in Busted and Foxy
Lancome Artliner in Black & MUFE Aqua Pencil in Black
Armani Eyes to Kill Waterproof Mascara in Black
Guerlain Blush 4 Eclats in 04 Rosee du Printemps
Tom Ford Private Blend Lipstick in 08 Flamingo

Products Shown:
Orly Nail Polish in French Tips
OPI Nail Polish in Alpine Snow
Chanel Extreme Shine Nail Lacquer [Top Coat]
Essie Nail Polish in Turquoise and Caicos
Tom Ford Private Blend Lipstick in 08 Flamingo
Dior Addict Extreme Lipstick in 336 Saint Tropez
Guerlain Rouge Automatique Lipstick in 140 Mitsouku
Armani Gloss D'Armani in Beige 103
Chanel Blush Brush #4 [new] and #7 [old]
ShoeMint Heels in Chloe in Taupe Suede
SUPER Dr. Perricone Brightening Activator
SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion

Earrings:
House of Harlow Oval Drop Earrings
*I purchased them from GlamHouse.com but they are sold out, sorry!

Lenses:
Clear prescription only, no color

Nails:
Orly Etoile & White Tips