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GloMinerals is a fabulous maker of mineral makeup, cruelty-free, talc-free makeup that just about everyone can wear! It’s perfect for sensitive skin. The GloMinerals Highlighter in a pale shimmery pink cream is my favorite highlighter. I love its creamy, shimmery, pretty pink goodness. They may have replaced the tube now with a stick illuminator that …
If you are trying to incorporate more natural and organic beauty products into your stash, this is for you. And me! Good Earth Beauty, a shop for natural, organic and cruelty-free beauty products. I was recently sent a box of beauty products – facial skincare, body care and makeup – from Good Earth Beauty to …
I am a bargain hunter. It’s rare when I buy something at full price or over a certain amount. But occasionally, something comes along that I cannot resist. Such was the case with TATCHA’s Limited Edition 23K Gold Illuminated Sunrise Lipstick that was introduced earlier this year and sold out within weeks. TATCHA, known for …
November was another good month for empties! I just love when I can recycle full-size empties. Let’s see what I used up. Skincare Always the most empties, I finished up a number of full size skincare products. Bioderma Sensibio: This is my second bottle of Bioderma Micellar Water, but the first bottle of Sensibio. …
At this time of year, we all have the search for great gift ideas in the front of our minds and often things we’d like for ourselves in the back of our minds, right? Or maybe it’s vice versa, lol. Today, I want to show you two adorable small sets from PUR Cosmetics that …
The holidays will be here before we know it, and the shopping season is in full swing. If you are looking for some suggestions for beauty stocking stuffers, I have several to offer. Frankly, I could probably go on forever, but I promise I won’t. Stocking Stuffers So stocking stuffers means small, inexpensive or …
I decided I wanted to keep my Sephora VIB membership for another year since it includes two 20% off events during the year that aren’t open to regular members of Sephora’s frequent shopper program. Not sure if that’s really worth it, but I’ll do it for one more year and then reevaluate. As a result, …
I wanted to keep my Sephora VIB status for next year so I did more shopping than I should have. Today I just have time for a quick post, so I’ll show you some pretty lipstick shades I bought, and I’ll write about the rest of the haul another time. I bought two lipsticks: Urban …
A few weeks ago, I received Jordana Made to Last Powder Eyeshadow Collection 06 Plumbelievable. Somehow at about the same time, I came across a coupon on Facebook for a free product from Palladio at Sally’s Beauty, a brand of affordable makeup that I had never tried. I went to Sally’s, and somehow I came …
I discovered StudioGear a few years ago. StudioGear is known for its professional quality makeup brushes in particular, but also for its affordable but high quality color cosmetics. They make a terrific light coverage BB cream that’s perfect for casual days or for those who have great skin. Then I didn’t hear a lot about the …
So another month’s worth of empties hits the recycling. October was a good month for me, finishing up a number of full size products. As usual, I used up mostly skincare or body care products. And there’s one makeup item that I sadly must toss. Let’s see what has moved on! Facial Skincare Always …
I have a definite soft spot for all-in-one palettes. So when I received the Love Your Selfie 2 complete palette from PUR Cosmetics introduced following the success of last year’s original Love Your Selfie, I was psyched! Look how gorgeous even the packaging is! It’s a perfect, easy to reach for palette with almost …
Oh, I just love the name of this blush from Japonesque, Velvet Touch Blush, because that’s exactly what it feels like: velvet! I have been dying to try Japonesque Velvet Touch Blush since I saw it in the Ulta Beauty catalogue a couple of years ago. Truth be told, I fell in love with the …
Yesterday, I wrote about what I’ve been spending my own money on, and the Besame Mini Lipstick Set was one new thing that I just couldn’t pass up! Besame is one of my favorite cosmetic brands because it reminds me of my mother. It’s vintage all the way. Besame exalts vintage glamour, especially Hollywood glamour. I’m …
I review a lot of makeup, skincare and body products. I certainly do enjoy trying out new things. But what do I actually buy for myself? Here are my most recent purchases. Even though I get lots of products to try out for review, there are some cosmetics that I must have or want to try …