Author: Chantel Lagos

10 Skincare Products Your Skin Will Thank You for This Winter

As the Winter season comes in full effect, the effects it has on our skin are usually dehydration, flakiness, and texture. And, who likes any of that, am I right?

Here, we give you an array of products to soothe those winter blues. Your skin deserves some much-needed T.L.C., and get your face and body back to what it used to be!

1. E.L.F’s Holy Hydration! Face Cream

Starting you off with moisturizer! Let’s give you some budget-friendly hydration, E.L.F’s Holy Hydration! Face Cream is a well-known moisturizer that gets the job done. It’s a lightweight, nourishing cream, with 100% of users saying this formula keeps skin feeling hydrated all day after one week. It’s no wonder this cream flies off the shelves. A must-try!

2. La Roche Posay AP+M Body Lotion

Perfect for people with Eczema, Psoriasis, itching and flaky skin. This lotion has worked wonders for intensely dry skin types. It repairs the skin’s microbiome, which helps with relieving itchiness and pain from scratching. Give this one a shot if you suffer from dehydrated skin!

3. Clinique’s Moisture Surge Night Mask

I recently used this, and I can’t get enough of it! You wake up with your skin feeling refreshed, plump, and, of course, more hydrated. And no, you do not need to wash this mask off before sleeping, which is a plus! It works overnight to help with your skin’s moisture barrier. For winter? Yes, yes, and yes!

4. Uriage Bariederm Cica-lips

Truthfully, Uriage has become a go-to for hydration as of late, and their lip balms are an excellent find for the wintertime. It provides instant comfort and relief for chapped, dry and damaged lips. It sounds familiar during the winter season, right? This product will repair and regenerate damaged skin and immediately moisturize and protect. Your lips will thank you!

5. Fresh Sugar Lip Polish

Next, we must include a lip scrub because you’ll need to exfoliate to remove that dead skin! We have Fresh Sugar Lip Polish to help you do that with ease.

An all-natural lip scrub to buff away any dry, flaky lips and helps to prep the lips beautifully for a lip balm. This will definitely become your new fave for exfoliating the lips if you have yet to try it!

6. S.V.R. Cicavit + Hand Cream

S.V.R. Cicavit + Hand Cream, because you’ll need a good hand cream to combat those freezing temperatures. This hand cream nourishes, repairs and softens the hands. It’s light, non-greasy formula restructures and restores the skin barrier. This is a hand cream you will want to get your hands on! (No pun intended).

7. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cleanser

I just remembered a hydrating facial cleanser! A good one to keep an eye out for is Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cleanser. Removes excess oil and dirt without stripping the skin or over-drying. We highly recommend this as an excellent cleanser for beginners to skin care because there are no harsh ingredients or fragrances!

8. Estée Lauder’s Micro Essence Treatment Lotion

On to toner! For my girls who don’t mind the splurge once in a while, I highly recommend Estée Lauder’s Micro Essence Treatment Lotion.

It can be used as a toner or essence with a cotton pad or patted into the skin for a boost of hydration!

This product nourishes and intensely hydrates to minimize the appearance of dry pores and reduce the look of fine, dry lines. Skin is left soothed after application, and an inner glow is revealed. A fantastic product to add to your skincare routine!

9. Fresh’s Rose Deep Hydration Toner

With real rose petals and hyaluronic acid, this toner helps minimize the look of pores while deeply hydrating and removing impurities from the skin. Overall, your skin will feel soothed, soft, and supple after every use, and who doesn’t love that?

10) Estée Lauder’s Advanced Night Repair Eye Mask

The Advanced Night Repair Eye Mask is a little trip to the spa but at home. If you know the Advanced Night Repair eye gel, you will love these eye masks.

Within ten minutes of use, eyes appear more rested and renewed, and fine lines are plumped as skin is drenched with hydration. Give these a try if you are hunting for new eye masks!

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Well, beauty lover, that’s it for our winter skincare list. Have you tried any of these products out? If not, which of these would you love to give a try? We hope you have a fun and safe winter and some great skin to go along with it!

Until next time, Beauty lover

xo,

Chantel

P.S.

Winter beauty essentials & the ultimate guide for winter hair care.

November 20, 2023
11 Winter Beauty Essentials

Hello beauty lover, missed ya!

How we’ve missed you. But not to worry, we are back and better than ever.

Starting you off with our top 10 beauty must-haves! For winter, as we transition into those freezing temperatures, you need all the right products in your kit to help you forget those winter blues while looking your best!

So take a look at these awesome picks with us and find something you will definitely want to try out for yourself!

1. Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Hydrator.

With Winter right around the corner. I know. Sorry for the reminder.

But you will need a solution to all that dryness that comes with it, and what better way to do that than with the Clinique Moisture Surge 100H hydrator?

This baby locks in your skin’s moisture with 100 hours of hydration! With the cold weather coming quick, this couldn’t be a better moisturizer for dry, flaky skin, and it helps prep your skin flawlessly!

2. Uriage Thermal Water Spray.

Another new skincare find that my skin has been thermal water sprays. I personally have been loving the Uriage Thermal Water Spray.

This spray helps to restore the skin’s barrier, thanks to its mineral salts. So, if you have dry, sensitive, combination, or even normal skin, it will thank you whenever you use this spray!

3. E.L.F Power Grip Primer

Next, a good primer! E.L.F Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide to be exact.

This vegan primer gives you all the staypower to grip your makeup while giving you skincare benefits simultaneously!

With that Niacinamide, you get a smooth and brighter complexion even with makeup on top. How cool is that?

In general, e.l.f has some excellent primer options, but for the Fall and winter time… keep this one on your radar!

4. Super Stay Vinyl Ink Longwear Liquid Lip by Maybelline

Okay, so next, let’s check out a perfect Fall lippy… or two!

You must already know about this one beauty lover. Of course, it is the TikTok viral lip by Maybelline and the Super Stay Vinyl Ink Longwear Liquid Lip. Specifically in the colour “Fearless.”

If you want a no-budge formula that lasts up to 16 hours, look no further!

This purple-brown shade is very vampy and perfect for a fearless gal (no pun intended). So, if you are daring and love a bold lip, you must try this one!

5. Chili & Diva Lipsticks by M.A.C

I just have to add these two lipsticks from M.A.C Cosmetics that truly scream wintertime. Chili and Diva are staples from M.A.C and just the perfect lip for this season.

Chili is that burnt orangey-red shade that many skin tones will be able to pull off. It goes in beautifully and is a classic matte formula; however, it isn’t drying.

Next, Diva… a warm-toned dark burgundy for the bold! This is a shade you WILL get compliments on. It gets you noticed in all the right ways. You look timeless in this shade, a favourite for the Fall and Winter.

6. Major Dimension III Matte Eyeshadow Palette by Patrick Ta

Let’s play up the eyes! Major Dimension III Matte Eyeshadow Palette by Patrick Ta has been on everyone’s list, and here’s why!

With ten incredible matte powder shades and two cream shades to layer with the powders, it gives luxury and more. Patrick Ta puts quality into his products, and it shows.

His palettes always impress, and this one is no different. And it is definitely worth being on your radar this season to achieve that perfect smokey or natural eye look!

7. Jean Paul Gaultier Divine Perfume

I bet you’re looking for your perfect scent for the winter. Am I right?

If you haven’t had a chance to get a whiff of the Jean Paul Gaultier Divine Perfume… you need to. You are immediately met with notes of lily and jasmine before settling into patchouli and musk.

Ladies, if you want a scent that gets you noticed in a room and has people ask, “What perfume are you wearing”? This is that perfume for you. It is a balance of musk and sweetness in a bottle that has you embodying femininity. A must-try!

8. Velvet Rose & Oud Cologne Intense

A forever favourite!!!

This is your scent if you’ve ever wanted to smell like a powerful and sophisticated femme. I would wear this for a night out, like a fancy club or a night at the opera. It gives off “old money” vibes and lasts ages. Even though it’s a bit more expensive, it’s definitely worth it.

9. NYX Zero To Brow Liquid Eyebrow Gel

What’s Fall without a bold brow… I like to say.

Well, maybe I haven’t said that, but you need some good a** brows in your life! NYX Zero To Brow Liquid Eyebrow Gel has been a new try recently, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint!

The unique applicator made it easy to paint on some brows and get out the door. A little goes a long way with this one, so apply caution before you end up with sharpie brows… nobody wants that, or maybe that works for you.

Either way, try this baby out next time you hunt for a new brow product!

10. Melrose Place Gentle Body Wash by OUAI

Okay, now for some fun in the shower! Too much? Sorry, sorry, got too excited.

But let me put you on a yummy body wash that will leave your skin invigorated with moisture and smelling like a fresh bouquet of roses. What a great combination!

Melrose Place Gentle Body Wash by OUAI is a shower must-have. This cleanses without stripping the skin or leaving residue. Combined with Rosehip Oil, Vitamins A and C, and Jojoba Oil, all work to hydrate and brighten the skin while giving you scents of lychee rose and jasmine.

Ready to take a shower? I know I am.

11. Amika Soulfood Nourishing Hair Mask

I can imagine that hair is feeling dry from these temperatures dropping. Not to worry! I have the perfect solution: Amika Soulfood Nourishing Hair Mask. A rich hydrating mask packed with vitamins that moisturizes, softens, and smooths the hair. And the smell, oh my gosh, it is incredible! If you haven’t tried this mask, you need to give it a shot if you want that luscious, soft, and great-smelling hair!

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So, beauty lover, will you try any of these? I hope you do, and just might find the perfect Winter pairing you’ve been waiting for! Can’t wait to see you again to give you more beauty must-haves, so stay tuned for upcoming posts you will not want to miss.

See you next time, beauty lover.

Xoxo

Chantel

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15 of the best red lipsticks and beginners’ makeup starter kit.

October 23, 2023
15 of the Best Red Lipsticks of All Time

Eyeshadow is cool, as is mascara, but no makeup product holds my heart like lipstick. On those weird days when my face looks tired or just off somehow, lipstick is my saving grace. When I have five minutes to get ready in the morning, a bright red lip is the first thing I grab. It’s my version of having a basic white tee with blue jeans. When I’m in a bad mood, a vibrant, bold red turns that right around. I always carry red lipstick in my bag to make myself more beautiful.

So here is a list of some amazing red lipsticks and formulas you will want to consider on your next hunt for the best red lippy!

MAC Ruby Woo

Starting off with the classic MAC Ruby Woo, such a classic, especially for a newbie to red lips. Being my personal first try at red lipstick, you cannot go wrong with this one. Considering it is a matte formula, it will last you all day!

Lancôme L’absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick

With a red for every desired look, this has to be one of the most luxurious reds I’ve tried, and with the packaging that comes with it. The sheen and pigment this lipstick gives off are incredible! You feel expensive with this lipstick on you; a must-try for sure!

Maybelline New York Color Sensational Lipstick

Don’t underestimate a drugstore red lipstick, though; Maybelline New York Color Sensational Lipstick in “Red For Me” is made to suit every skin tone. With the colour tested on 50 different skin tones, it is tailored for everyone; again, for a beginner, you will love this!

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick

Sticking to budget-friendly, Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick has an array of red shades in the line, and you will surely find something you will love. This formula packs a punch on pigmentation. However, it can be applied sheer for the first layer and for those looking for a more sheer red. With the lipstick infused with Vitamin E and Avocado oil, your lips will not be mad at you!

YSL Rouge Pur Couture

Okay, back to a bit more boujee, the YSL Rouge Pur Couture line is… glamorous AF. You will not be disappointed by these reds; these will have heads turning and people asking, “What lipstick are you wearing?” If it’s anything, Yves Saint Laurent, you will get noticed with those lipsticks, and I love that for you!

Fenty Stunna Lip Paint

Onto a liquid red! Fenty Stunna Lip Paint in Uncensored. Wow, who remembers when she came out with this red? This was flying off the shelves, and of course, like all her products, she really did that. As it suggests, this is the perfect universal red with a weightless soft-matte finish, and did I mention long-lasting? This is yummy to have on your lips and rarely requires re-application.

Dior Rouge Forever Liquid Transfer-Proof Lipstick

Need I say more? Luxury at its finest, as the name tells you already… it doesn’t budge, feather, or settle into fine lines. You’re getting that smooth, comfortable and intense colour that’s gonna last 12 hours. With that pointy doe foot applicator, you can use it with or without a lip liner… this liquid lipstick will have you saying, “J’adore Dior!”

The Atomic Shake Long Lasting Liquid Lipsticks

Onto Haus Labs by Lady Gaga! I see a trend here with the liquid lips, but I’m not complaining! She has three reds to choose from in this line. However, my fave is the Cherry Shine, a true red. Now, with this liquid lip, you have to allow it time to set is the main thing when using this line; after allowing it to set onto your lips, it will not move all day! Need I say more?

MAC’s Chilli

A bit of a different tone of red… MAC’s Chilli, a brownish orange-red. One of my all-time favourites from MAC. Honestly, this is the shade for fall time, and paired with a beautiful eyeshadow look or even just a bare eye, you get noticed with this lip. It is a mature look; I feel like a *señorita* in this lip. If you haven’t tried this unique red yet, please do!

Glossier Ultralip High Shine Lipstick

For my shy girlies, who want to dabble with a red lip but don’t want so much pigment, I got you! Glossier Ultralip High Shine Lipstick in Watermelon Red would be a good way to have a sheen to the lips but not so bold, with pigment giving you more of a lip tint finish, with several great ingredients in there, like hyaluronic acid, jojoba seed oil, etc. You will get all the moisture of a balm and a beautiful colour to go with it!

Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist

Make Up For Ever Constantly On Fire is a lovely classic red. The major seller for this liquid lip is the staying power and the amazing smooth feeling on the lip, but the applicator! Those round edges and flat surfaces quickly fill in all the edges and lines of the lip, making it so effortless and seamless for application and with just one swipe, you get all the pigment you need. 10/10!

GXVE By Gwen Stefani

Of course, for someone who is always rocking a red lip, it only makes sense she made one of her own! The colour Original Recipe is her true red, a clean and cruelty-free lipstick. A lot of people love this one! With a velvety-matte finish and high colour payoff, you cannot go wrong with this red and not to mention the packaging from her line is amazing!

Nars Powermatte Long-Lasting Lipstick

My pick from this fantastic line is Dragon Girl. One swipe coverage and gives all-day comfort, this formula feels next to nothing to wear, so comfortable and breathable. Again I want to mention the packaging on this lipstick because it is so sleek, and you just feel like a boss b****. You have to try it out for yourself.

The Rouge Lacquer Long-Lasting Lipstick.

From Sephora Collection!! There are so many colours to pick from. However, the colour 35 in I want it all being a deep red is suitable for anyone, but deeper skin tones will love it! With these only being $19, you cannot go wrong, and you will love the shine in these!

Fenty’s Gloss Bomb in Hot Cherry

Finishing off with Miss Riri. I wanted to give you a gloss! Fenty’s Gloss Bomb in Hot Cherry gives you a beautiful reddish tint to the lip. Nothing too overbearing, just a little *flush* if you will… I love this gloss type on days you want to give a little something but also have it be very natural. With this going viral on TikTok, as most Fenty products do, you must try this one out!

Well, beauty lover, that’s all for now. On your next shopping day, try something new and bold, and maybe even pick up one of these beautiful red lipsticks for your next red lip day! You can never go wrong with a classic red lip, be fearless, be bold!

Until next time.

xo

Chantel

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11 summer essentials for makeup

June 15, 2023
21 Cult-Favourite Beauty Products That Are Worth the Hype

Hello beauty lover, why don’t we take a trip down memory lane?

With some beauty faves, of course, it can be challenging to know what to buy with all the options out there. All the new products are coming out while the older faves are on the shelves.

So here’s a list of the favourites that have been consistently in the makeup kits over the years. From cult favourite skincare to holy grail makeup products, you’ll use it until the last drop.

1) Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm

To start, a makeup remover is essential. Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm is a well-known makeup remover and seriously a favourite for efficiently removing makeup. Often sold out, so no complaints here. This balm preps the skin nicely for a good clean afterwards!

2) CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser

Finding a cleanser that works for you and your skin concerns can be difficult with all the skincare. CeraVe’s cleanser options have something for everyone, and I am still waiting to hear anyone that has used this and had any issues with it. It’s gentle enough for everyday use and cleans the face like a dream. Definitely a must-try!

3) Tatcha’s Dewy Skin Cream

Of course, everyone loves a good moisturizer, so a couple of favourites…Now, most people have seen or heard of the Tatcha creams, and again, there is something for everyone’s skin type. My favourite is the dewy skin cream… heavenly! I swear your skin will thank you every time you use this.

4) SK-II’s Facial Treatment Essence

The fountain of youth in a mask. From a luxurious award-winning skincare line, this essence softens texture, evens skin tone, enhances radiance and reduces the appearance of dark spots & fine lines, leaving you with angelic dewy skin. Worth every penny!!!

5) Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream

Moisturized for the face but how about the body? The Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream is wildly viral. For a reason, this cream smells amazing! Those who don’t like a fragrance in a body cream should skip this one. However, for the summer especially, this cream is a dream! It does its job, keeping the skin nice and hydrated while smelling amazing. Love love this cream!

6) L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Original Satin Lipstick

One word: WOW! Very comparable to high-end lipsticks; the pigment in these lipsticks is lovely and packed with full coverage on the first swipe. The colour options are also beautiful; you will surely find the perfect everyday lipstick in this line!

7) Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Eye Liner

Everyone loves a good liquid eyeliner for that perfect staple wing liner, right? The Stila Stay All Day Eye Liner is a must! The pigment is fantastic and lives up to its name. It truly does not budge once applied. This is quite the popular one as well.

8) Beauty Blender

Onto a cult favourite for makeup, the Beautyblender! I’m sure everyone and their mom has heard about this sponge. It’s a must for blending. As we have seen, many brands imitate this sponge; however, the original has always retained its popularity. Blending out creams to liquids effortlessly, this sponge has to be a part of your kit!

9) Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder

Haven’t tried a setting powder yet? Don’t just settle for any setting powder. Cult favourite and winner of major awards, Laura Mercier’s light and beautiful Translucent Loose Setting Powder, is a game-changer. I love this powder for sitting under the eyes and oily spots on the face; this one lasts all day. Have been using this powder for years and wouldn’t consider using anything else!!

10) Ruby Woo

What are you doing if you don’t have Mac Cosmetics Ruby Woo?! A classic retro matte red lip with a fade-proof formula and blue undertones. The red lipstick of your dreams makes you feel confident and effortlessly bold with that old Hollywood charm. A classic cult favourite for a reason.

11) Nars Orgasm Blush

Iconic Nars Orgasm Blush has been a huge cult favourite for a million years. A sparkly pink with buildable coverage gives a flattering 3lovely glow to your cheekbones and stays all day. Superfine and silky powder. Simply irresistible!!

12) Velvet Teddy

More for an everyday lip, we have a popular and well-known lipstick Velvet Teddy. A matte and deeper tone beige that is primarily a warmer tone but can change depending on skin tone and lip liner paired with it. Such a lovely nude, and you must try this colour for your next everyday nude!

13) Shiseido Power Infusing Serum

An absolute must-have for all skin types!! The serum is infused with eight botanical ingredients that help to activate your skin’s inner defences and stimulate circulation. Some ingredients, such as reishi mushrooms, iris extract, lotus and ginko, collectively boost hydration and lift and firm up my skin to leave it looking radiant.

14) Soft Pinch Liquid Blush

Another pick for liquid and the extremely viral Soft Pinch Liquid Blushes from Rare Beauty is another classic for blushes; as a little goes a long way, these last for a long time!

15) Urban Decay Naked Palette

With the endless eyeshadow palettes on the market, it takes time to pick out the best of the best. However, there are treasures to remember when picking out what’s best! Urban Decay Naked palettes… were huge when they first came on the market! They have every shade you need for a perfect everyday nude look, or take it to a night look with a perfect smokey eye! My fave is the Naked Heat Palette, with warmer tones. However, there is something for everyone with each palette.

16) YSL Black Opium

This bold and sensual perfume is the one I gravitate to the most. It’s such an amazing scent; I could talk about it all day… but I’ll keep it short; if you haven’t tried it yet, go smell it, and you’re guaranteed to fall in love!

17) Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation

Now for the foundation, it takes a lot of work to pick out the best, considering there is much on the market. However, the Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation is a classic for many splurging on a good foundation. If you love a lightweight foundation, you will love this one. It’s sensitive skin-friendly, does NOT enhance pores or wrinkles, blends flawlessly, and lasts all day, giving your skin a natural glowy finish. So beautiful; you need this ASAP!!!

18) Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

A community cult favourite!!! This moisturizing mask lasts a long time for deep hydration without icky stickiness. This mask lasts a long time. You can use it day or night and with the formulation of vitamin C. A huge best seller with reason.

19) Fresh Sugar Lip Polish Exfoliator

A must-try for dry, flaky, and cracked lips. The Fresh Sugar Lip Polish is a great Lip Scrub and a go-to for many who want fresh, hydrated lips. You’ll love this lip mask, formulated with real brown sugar to remove flakes and many other natural, hydrating ingredients!

20) Augustinus Bader The Face Oil

A magnificent oil that has a deep golden colour. The oil is not thick and doesn’t leave your face greasy or overly shiny. It has a richness that’s deeply moisturizing and calming to the skin. A wonderful compliment to the entire skincare routine I purchased. A beautiful start to your new skincare journey!

21) Ariana Grande Cloud Perfume

Another celebrity fragrance is the Ariana Grande Cloud perfume. Every time I wear this, I get compliments and questions about what I am wearing. It’s so clean, unique, and undeniably pleasing. Try it for yourself!!

Well, beauty lover, that’s all on the list. Did you see any of your favourites? Or a new potential fave? Hopefully, you got some new suggestions, or even one of your current beauty must-haves made the list! Be sure to tune in to the next beauty blog as there is much more to fill you in on, but for now, stay beautiful as you always are, and we will chat again next time!

xo,

Chantel

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June 3, 2023
7 Products To Build A Solid Makeup Kit For Beginners

Hello beautiful, I missed you!

Thought of some more makeup tips for you, not that you need it *wink wink*, but since you are new to makeup, how about we build a kit with everything you need?

1. Moisturizer

Firstly, you’re gonna wanna start with a moisturizer! Yes, hydration matters more than a primer. If you are new to makeup and need more time to prime, skip it and do your skincare instead!

My fave drugstore moisturizers are the CeraVe Moisturizing Cream and the La Roche-Posay line in general, *Muah, chefs kiss*

2. Concealer

Next is concealer to cover up those bags under your eyes… Chanel bags, of course, but we wanna cover them up nonetheless.

As a beginner, I started with the Maybelline Fit Me Concealer, which is easy to blend and provides excellent coverage! If you are a beginner to makeup, I suggest skipping foundation; you will get there, but for now, let’s keep it as natural as possible, and the fewer steps, the better!

3. Eyeshadow

Next for the eyes, eyeshadow! If you want to add a little something something to your eyelids, you want to add a little colour. You must try the Rimmel Wonder Cloud Whipped Cream Eyeshadow with Built-in Primer. All the pigment you’re looking for while having that primer in there to make it last all day!

4. Blush/Bronzer

If we want to do blush and bronzer to sculpt out the cheeks, I recommend the e.l.f. Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder Palette. It’s a total dupe for the Nars Bronzer Duo, but way more affordable and still gives enough pigment to the skin!

5. Mascara

Onto lashes, baby, we could go on for days with recommendations of drugstore mascaras. But I’ll cut it down to 3 suggestions for now…

1-Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara. Yes, please!

2-L’Oréal Lash Paradise Mascara, you already know!

3-Essence I Love Extreme Volume Mascara, and we do too!

6. Lippies

Next to the lippies, if you are a fan of just a *touch* or a *sprinkle* of colour with the added hydration benefit, you will love the Baby Lips Moisturizing Balm by Maybelline; these bring back memories! The smell and feel of these are lovely, though; they also have a natural look.

If you’re like me and love lipstick, you will fall in love with L’Oréal Colour Riche Original Satin Lipsticks. Unique nude shades in this line are very compatible with high-end shades.

7. Setting Spray/Finishing Powder

Now, let’s lock in all that hard work you did as an intro to makeup! Bravo!

For that, I’d suggest the Rimmel London Stay Matte Pressed Powder. Again, what I used as a beginner to makeup. It’s inexpensive but did the job of setting all the cream products in place. A must-try!

For setting spray, the NYX line of setting sprays is excellent, be sure to pick the one right for your skin concerns. Another great one is the L’Oréal Infallible Pro-Spray & Set.

And you’re ready to go!

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What a great time to start building your makeup kit; with these basics, you’ll be able to discover your talents with makeup. Keep an open mind with makeup, and don’t be afraid to play! After all, it comes off, and you might discover your new go-to makeup look.

Hope you get to try some of these products out the next time you’re on the hunt for some new ones, girly!

xo

Chantel

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11 summer makeup essentials that won’t melt in the heat

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May 16, 2023
Hits & Misses From Rare Beauty

So here’s the tea on Rare Beauty…

Ms. Selena knew exactly what she was doing when creating this brand. I’m sure you know by now if you’ve tried any of her products. From the viral products that sell out every time they restock to the hidden gems in the brand, you may not have tried them yet.

But is it all worth the hype?

Here’s what you really need to try from the brand, and the ones you can just leave on the shelves and save yourself some coins… cause you probably need to save anyway, right?

1) Positive Light Silky Touch Highlighter

Right off the bat, let me talk to you about the Positive Light Silky Touch Highlighter. What a beauty… I have never touched anything so smooth and silky in my life other than these legs, periodt.

Anyways, back to this highlighter and why you need it! This blends so seamlessly into your skin that it looks like you’re glowing from within. You can also use it on your body, giving the perfect glow all over. Although it may be sold out in many Sephora’s, keep your eyes peeled for the next restock!

2) Perfect Strokes Universal Volumizing Mascara

As the name suggests, it gives a perfect stroke with every application. I was pleasantly surprised with this mascara; it was long-lasting, had no running under the eyes, and gave decent length and separation to the lashes. Additionally, with a vegan formula, you should have no irritation with this formula!

3) Soft Pinch Liquid Blush

No surprise here, the Soft Pinch Liquid Blush. What really put Rare Beauty on the map. It’s no shock once you try out these blushes for yourself. There is a colour for everyone, and the tiniest pea size amount goes a long, long way!

With the buildable coverage, you can customize the intensity for that perfect blush coverage. I love using “Joy” and “Encourage” a muted peach for summertime and soft pink for an everyday neutral look. Love it!

I could tell you how you need all Rare Beauty products and why they are all great. While true, you don’t need every product on the shelf!

Here is a list of products you can leave in the cart without regretting it.

1) Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil

The oh-so-viral hit is sold out everywhere. Let me explain why you do not need this in your makeup kit.

Although it’s something different, it was underwhelming when applied. The cooling sensation was different and very lightweight; however, it was very basic. Once fully dried, your lips feel dry and need lip balm to regain moisture. You can leave this one behind, your welcome!

2) Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer

Similar to my opinion of my ex… this wasn’t all that great. I’ve experienced better-tinted moisturizers for sure. To keep it simple, the coverage was not it for me, and the colour selection ran a little orange. Again, as I’ve said to a few men in my day… it’s a no for me.

3) Always An Optimist 4-in-1 Mist

Last but not least, always an Optimist 4-in-1 Mist. Many use this as a setting spray, but it only sets a little of your makeup. It doesn’t make your makeup last, as it suggests. And I’d suggest you skip this one. Many other settings sprays make your makeup last all day. Still love you, though, Selener!

This concludes my list of hits and misses from the oh so fabulous, Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez.

I hope these suggestions make your next makeup shopping spree easier! Next time you’re in a Sephora, get a feel of the formulas for yourself, and hopefully, there is still some product left on the shelves; she really did all that and more with her brand.

xo

Chantel

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