Beecology Giveaway/ The Makeup Divas Beauty Blog

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Wet'n Wild's 8 Pan Palettes

Wnw 8 Pan Palettes comfort zone, petal pusher, blue had me at hello

I'm so excited to share with you my thoughts on these cute 8 pan  palettes. There are so much talk about the 8 pan palettes, from the pigmentation, the packaging. You'll find your self thinking can this really be, an 8 pan palette for $4.99. Well it's really true and wet'nwild has came along way baby... with palettes that are equal to the high end brands and give you superior color payoff without braking your bank. No woman should spend a fortune on makeup when you can get great quality from an cosmetic company that's in the same realm with it's expensive counter parts.( at least in my opinion) Wet 'n Wild's line of cosmetics is a great way to stay fresh throughout the day. With its versatile make-up products, you can get a sweet day  or a dramatic night look. Right now it's very popular to have very dramatic dark shadowy eyes. (or is that just me who thinks smokey eyes should be worn everyday) Wet N Wild Color Icon palettes help achieve the perfect breathtaking day/ night look.

COMFORT ZONE is a very nice neutral palette for those ladies that love making a simple but fabulous statement with their eyes. You get true tones with this wonderful palette. Not to mention a few dups from their own line. Dupes in this palette is... Gray's Anatomy which you'll find in the Limited Edition Night Elf, along with, I'm Getting Sunburned (crease shade),Vanity( shimmer shade on right), and walking on eggshell crease color.

This is a swatch of the colors with a base. As you can see that all shades are vibrant and  true to what you see in the palette and on your eyes. The colors really do pop with a primer and base.

Now you can see what the colors look like without primer nor base. Not as vibrant and really don't pop out at you.

BLUE HAD ME AT HELLO  My favorite palette from this collection.... if you love blues, blacks and grays then this is the one for you. I have created beautiful looks with this one and it's very pigmented and you really do get a wonderful color payoff. There are a few dups in this one as well, here they are....Spoiled Brat( crease shade), Snow Sprite (Darkest blue on bottom right), Pride ( Last blue on right)

checkout the blue tones and  see how rich they are when used with a base. Colors pop!

Without a base or primer... dull no life and the colors are alive and full of vibrancy.

PETAL PUSHER  Now this one has everyone saying colors are sheer... i have to agree with the masses cause one really do have to build the color up to achieve your desired look. Not all are sheer some are pigmented and you can see how well the colors are when you apply a base to it, (can't stress this enough)....Pinks, purples, lilac's, Burgundy, off white shades. With a black shade with shimmer. A girl's dream palette for creating those everyday looks to those romantic ones. However you choose to use these shades you'll look polished and refined.

With a base the colors are more true to tone and they truly does pop out at you. **Use a primer & base to get maxuim results**

As you see the colors  has just enough hint of color, but not as bold & bright. Great look if your looking for that soft romantic look. Some shades are pigmented and yet as you can see there are a few that isn't.

Finale Thought:

If you’re in need for an elegant prom look? Wet N Wild Cosmetics has you covered. Wet N Wild has such a diverse line of product for any night on the town or just hanging with friends. With such a large variety of colors and products there's  a product to match just about anyone's complexion. Wet N Wild has an amazing glamorous look perfect for everyone.  And I must agree.products

Want more info about wnw go to theur site and checkout all their beauty products and what's new. get on their mailing list so you can keep yourself in the know of new products, sales, contests, giveaways. Go to http://www.wnwbeauty.com/

~Nikki

Mary Kay TimeWise Even Complexion Mask & Essence

The Complexion Perfection Duo

Timewise Even Complexion Mask

Pamper, soften and brighten in one step with the TimeWise Even Complexion Mask. The gentle formula leaves skin feeling soft and moisturized, and delivers brightening benefits so that the skin immediately looks more radiant. Formulated with the patent-pending MelaCEP Brightening Complex, this botanical-infused mask delivers added brightening benefits and an overall pampering experience.

I'm in love with this product, it delievers results and your skin will be so soft that you'll be like OMG! How come I never tried this. But it works even better when paired with The Timewise Even Complexion Essence.

Results:
Women who tried TimeWise Even Complexion Mask during a consumer study saw a significant improvement in how their skin looked and felt, both immediately and after using the mask three to four times over a 10-day period.

90% said their skin immediately looked brighter.
95% said their skin felt soft.
90% said their skin felt moisturized.

TimeWise Even Complexion Essence

Formulated with MK's patent-pending Lucentrix complex, TimeWise Even Complexion Essence is clinically shown to restore skin’s natural, even tone by helping reduce both visible dark spots and skin discoloration. And when added to a comprehensive age-fighting program like TimeWise skin care, this concentrated serum can help – from ivory to beige to bronze skin tones – see a more even complexion. You may see results in as little as four weeks. And with continuous use, the powerful results get even better.

Eighty-four percent of panelists experienced a more even skin tone. And I can honestly say that I have seen a dramatic difference in my skin texture, clarity and tone. It's a really awesome product to have in your skin care routine. I've tried different toners, but this one is one I can't live without. Worth every penny and was not disappointed.
I tried the product before and was blown away by the results after using both products together. Guess you can say I was sold on these items alone that I became a Mary Kay Beauty Consultant. Am I bias, hardly, just being honest, I was a customer before I became an consultant.
Plus, to protect your skin and help prevent further damage, it's essential to use an SPF product such as TimeWise Day Solution Sunscreen SPF 25.

Price for both these treasure gems will cost you $55.00, alone The Timewise Even Complexion Mask is $20.00 And the Timewise Even Complexion Essence is $35.00. To really keep it 100% , you want beautiful, healthy looking skin without the signs of aging, right? well your going to spend alittle xtra for that product when you can see the difference as well as feel it. Beautiful skin is worth the money,  if you have it to spare. Remember ladies- you get what you pay for.
I'm forever a loyal customer of this FABULOUS!!!!! pair.

If your interested in more info about these products and more, please feel free to email me @

nclinton11@gmail.com

Xoxo Nikki

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MAC's Prep & Prime Skin Visage

OMG!!! I have to share this new info with you guys, a few days ago I went to MAC and made my second purchased  from there! I'm to floored lol! My first purchase was the Blacktrack gel fluid liner, which I'm so in love with and wonder how could I have been sleeping on this fabulous gel liner. Now I do have elf's gel liner but I really don't care to much for it. Mac's gel liner is the bomb!!!! I'm in awe of this treasure trove. I purchased the Prep & Prime Skin Base Visage, heard so much about it from the ladies on YouTube- thinking to self...saying..."(self, you need this. Get it and see how it works.)

This is just a swatch of my hand with prep & prime. As you can see that the left side that the foundation is just sitting on my hand giving it a dull ashy appearance. On the right side you can see that the same foundation is much smoother and gives an airbrushed feel. You really can see the difference with this primer.

As you can see here's another swatch and it's with eyeshadows...I took a few e/s to see how well it stands out, the colors really POP! Now i know that I can use it as a primer for my eyes too!

As you can see there are many uses for this wonderful primer! I've found my new facial primer.

On my hands is shimmer e/s so you really can't see how brilliantly vibrant the shades are while being smooth and POPPING! LOL!

 I wanted to share with you guys about my new MAC purchase. Building my makeup collection with some high-end items. MAC is one of those luxuries that every woman should have from time to time.

Nothing wrong with splurging on yourself when you have the funds to do it. Little by little I'll have everything I want.



Sultry Red's Beauty Blog: CLINIQUE GIVEAWAY

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CVS HAUL

Checkout my mini cvs haul, They had a some what kind of sale going on but I did join their beauty rewards and I got $10 coupon to spend on my next purchase, that's what up! Just checking out what kind of cosmetics they had on sale and I got a few good things that I wanted. I'll be using my $10 coupon real soon and I'll share with you what I picked up on my makeup outing. Now let's take a look at my items at hand.

• Milani baked Eye shadows   (Together 4ever &  Mingling)
• Black Radiance  (Retro Chic)
• WNW Idol Eyes (Pixie, Graphite, Electro)
• WNW nail polish  (Jade)
• WNW I shimmer liner (Sky Lights)

See 50% off the Black Radiance that was really cool....My total purchase came to $23.68!!!!!!!

Elf Gel Liner vs MAC Fluidliner

I Love the elf cosmetics line I'm a faithful & loyal customer who have made many purchases from them in the past and I must say everything wasn't kosher, I got a liquid eyeliner pen and it was dried out. Next, my beauty book neutral edition was all broken and chipped up- understand that it can be the product settling during transit.

Tell me why is that I purchase a cream eyeliner for $3 and once I get it the appearence isn't exactly what I had invisioned my eyeliner to look like. It appeared to look dried out. Elf has some really cute colors, but they need to head back to the drawing boards to find a better formula for their cream liners.

Pros:                                                                                                                                                       

                                        

For a budget diva who loves a bargain. I made an impulsive decision to purchase a MAC product. It's been nearly 10 years since I bought any expensive cosmetics; so this was really a true treat for myself. You can say that I popped my cherry lol! After watching numeruos youtube videos, chatting with hundreda of ladies, and they all say that MAC's Fluideliner is a great eyeliner I must agree with the masses; for I love it- ther's not tugging or pulling, non irrating, creamy texture just the oppsite of elf's cream liner in every way; price wise MAC's fluideline is $18 which means get what you pay for.
You want quality then you must spend the money for that quality. I didn't mind spending $18 on a product that delivers what I'm looking for & from my cream eyeliner. I just wish that MAC would come out with more colors for the summer.

 

elf gel liner (navy) mac fluidliner(blacktrack)

 Pros:

• Smooth creamy texture
• Non irriating
• Long wear
• Good quality
• Fabulous shades

Cons:

• Price
• No brush included with liner
• not enough colors

What I found to be interesting is the weight of both products, elf has more grams than MAC.
 MAC Fluidline 3g  ELF Cream Liner 4.7g

• Great Price
• Brush included
• beautiful shades

Cons:

• Smudge-proof
• water-proof
• irriating
• not easy to work with
• dry

Wet'n Wild Idol Eyes Creame Pencils

WNW Idol Eyes Cream Shadows Pencils

If you love Nyx jesps you'll really love wet n wild's cute Idol Eyes Cream Shadow Pencils. Really what's not to love when you look at these adorable cream pencils, they are just as fun and vibrant as their cousins.  Idol eyes comes in 6 gorgeous shades with a price tag hat you'll love! Compare to Nyx they have the same consistency, texture as well as creamy and smooth to apply.  You can use these as bases or use alone, in any event you won't be disappointed.



nyx jesp (black bean) wnw idol eyes (graphite)

 Like any creame shadow they crease just as well if not well blended. I would say use a primer to help the color to stick and then proceed with application of your favorite powder shadow. Shame that wnw don't have an extended collection for these beautiful jewel tones shadows. I'm going to put it out there, Wet n wild, please add more colors to this FABULOUS collection.


IDOL EYES GORGEOUS 6 SHADES

•  #130 Pixie
• #131 Electro
• #132 Evny
• #133Techno
• #134 Distress
• #135 Graphite

  You can find these cuties at your local walgreens and unlike nyx you'll pay less and get the same quality that you would from nyx. Just wish they had more colors to choose from. You'll pay around $3.99  for nyx jumbo eye shadow, $1.99 for the Idol Eyes. If you haven't tried these wonderful  delectable treats your really missing out, so head out to your walgreens and pick them up! GO NOW!!!!

New WnW Coloricon Spring/Summer 2011 Collection

WNW Coloricon Spring/Summer 2011 Collection

Well it's official that the wet n wild's spring / summer 2011 collection is here and it's off the chain! Yes, sweet peas, these are going to be a huge hit for the summer, cause these are truly made for spring/summer. Very vibrant shades that speaks summertime in the sun. They aren't limited editions as some people had thought. You'll find these cute fabulous trios at your local Walgreens, wal-mart for a small price ($2.99) The names are fun & creative. They are designed to help you with shadow placement, really great for beginners whose just starting out. All the shades are coordinating with one another so you can take out the guess work. You are able to create the perfect stunning looks. They beautifully enhances any eye color and it does has crease resistant color for all day wear. There's a link to the site if you would like to see the palettes and the whole collection.

• #331 I Dream of Greenie
• #332 I'm Feeling Retro
• #333 I Got Good Jeans
• #334 I'm Getting Sunburned
• #335 Silent Treatment
• #336 Spoiled Brat

http://www.wnwbeauty.com/

Wet'n Wild Mega Lash Mascara

Whether you like to refer to it as cheap fashionably chic or budget friendly, Wet 'n Wild remains a true contender in the world's leading cosmetics brands that's out today. They truly have some really great quality products that are versatile. Take the MegaLash mascara, it's a breakthrough in mascaras; for all that it offers and the benefit you get when your using it. Take for instance, that in 4 weeks you'll have those lashes looking fuller & thicker. It's a clinical serum + mascara- lash lengthening system lash -enhancing mascara.
This starter kit contains two revolutionary products that delives some very special benefits.

• Serum that delivers longer, fuller lashes in 4 weeks
• Mascara that plumps &  defines lashes instantly

Available in two colors clear & black. Not to mention at the unbeatable fabulous price of $6.99! Halleloo! it's available for a limited time, so head - no, run out to your local walgreens and snatch you up a kit and take the 4 week challenge to get fuller, thicker, longer lashes. I'm taking that challenge to see if I'll have beautiful lashes like I've always wanted