30% Anniversary Sale at Lady Gaga’s Haus Laboratories

I Bought This, Affiliate Links Haus Laboratories Sparkle Lipstick in Red with Gold Flecks, Wow! In a recent Ipsy Plus Bag, I received Sparkle Lipstick from Haus Laboratories, Lady Gaga’s cosmetics brand. It’s aptly named Burlesque: it’s a universal, true red with gold flecks. So pigmented, one swipe is full coverage. Although it is supposed… Continue reading 30% Anniversary Sale at Lady Gaga’s Haus Laboratories

The Organic Skin Company: Lipstick You Can Feel Good About Wearing

I wear lipstick just about all the time. Every day. Almost all day long. Over the years, that’s a lot of lipstick that I’ve probably ingested. In fact, as I was writing this post, I received an email from Breast Cancer Prevention Partners about supporting the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and Personal Care Products, a… Continue reading The Organic Skin Company: Lipstick You Can Feel Good About Wearing

Cargo HD Lip Contour: Gimmick or Worth It?

Facebook must really love me ‘coz I’m a sucker for the ads they place in my feed. A couple of weeks ago, I saw an ad from Cargo Cosmetics, a brand I don’t buy very often for no particular reason. They were advertising a newish lipstick, Cargo HD Picture Perfect Lip Contour. What really caught… Continue reading Cargo HD Lip Contour: Gimmick or Worth It?

ColourPop Lux Lipstick and Super Shock Blush

It’s been a while since I’ve bought anything from ColourPop, but it was time. Actually, I wanted to try the new No Filter Complexion Foundation, but more on that another time. Here’s what I bought this time. Lux Lipstick Creme Formula I’ve been wanting to try ColourPop lipsticks for a while now, but I was… Continue reading ColourPop Lux Lipstick and Super Shock Blush

The Red Lipstick I’m Wearing For Valentine’s Day: Sephora Cream Lip Stain

I’ve been thinking that I should cancel my subscriptions to Sephora Play and Ipsy. I’ve subscribed for a few years, and I am drowning in travel size samples. I also would like to try BoxyCharm for a while. But every now and then, I come upon samples in my subbie bags that become products that… Continue reading The Red Lipstick I’m Wearing For Valentine’s Day: Sephora Cream Lip Stain

Friday FOTD with a Burgundy Lip

Last night was the monthly meeting of the book club I belong to. I usually make an effort to get a little dressed up. Although most of the women in the group don’t wear makeup, I look at it as an opportunity to do so. How nice to actually leave the house wearing makeup rather than… Continue reading Friday FOTD with a Burgundy Lip

Lorac Giveaway Winner & Quick Shoutout for Jordana Twist & Shine Rock ‘N Rouge Moisturizing Balm Stain

I’ve just come back from our vacation in Arizona, but I’m not quite back in the swing of things yet. We had a great time, and I’d love to share a few more pix, especially of gorgeous Sedona. But I’d like to submit a quick post announcing the winner of the Lorac Riesling Romance Eyeshadow… Continue reading Lorac Giveaway Winner & Quick Shoutout for Jordana Twist & Shine Rock ‘N Rouge Moisturizing Balm Stain

Burt’s Bees Lipstick

Because Burt’s Bees used to add peppermint oil to their tinted Lip Shimmers, I ended up tossing all that I owned because my lips were so dried out. And I avoided the Burt’s Bees lip products for years. But that has ended, and I’ve come back to the fold because of new Burt’s Bees Lipstick. A… Continue reading Burt’s Bees Lipstick

New Year’s Eve Lips After New Year’s with The Edge Beauty

I had my New Year’s Eve outfit, jewelry and makeup all planned out, but this year I had to pass on my plans. But I still want to share the gorgeous lipstick and lipliner that I intended to wear that night. A vampy red lipstick from The Edge Beauty. I know I’ll be wearing it… Continue reading New Year’s Eve Lips After New Year’s with The Edge Beauty

Friday Find: Bite Beauty Lipstick & Gloss Minis Sephora 250 Point Gift

I noticed one of the beauty bloggers I follow mentioned a great gift for points at Sephora: Bite Beauty Limited Edition Mimosa Red Lipstick and Gloss Minis, 250 points. I have been stockpiling points for a while so I decided to take advantage of this gift because I am a big fan of Bite Beauty… Continue reading Friday Find: Bite Beauty Lipstick & Gloss Minis Sephora 250 Point Gift

Smashbox Be Legendary Matte Lipstick in Mandarin

I saved up enough points on ipsy and waited till there was a perk that I really wanted. Finally! Smashbox Be Legendary Lipstick in a gorgeous red called Mandarin. Woohoo! I adore red lipstick. And I have never tried any lipstick from Smashbox. Win-win! The shade is a red with orange undertones. It is just… Continue reading Smashbox Be Legendary Matte Lipstick in Mandarin

Stila Stay All Day Vinyl Lipgloss: The Real Deal

About a year ago, I followed a thread in a makeup artist and makeup enthusiast group I belong to on Facebook about long-wear lipstick. Over and over again, MUAs mentioned Stila Stay All Day as one of the long-lasting lippies they recommended for brides because of the incredible staying power. I don’t know why I… Continue reading Stila Stay All Day Vinyl Lipgloss: The Real Deal

More Milani Lip Shades Reds: Lip Intense Red Extreme & Power Lip Red Control

Today is Valentine’s Day! What better day to talk about red lipsticks? And OMG, these reds are gorgeous! Although I already reviewed the new Milani Power Lip and Lip Intense lines, I just received two reds, one from each line, that I had to share with you. So if you haven’t read the full reviews,… Continue reading More Milani Lip Shades Reds: Lip Intense Red Extreme & Power Lip Red Control