I thought I’d share a quick, simple, easy yet very affordable beauty organizer for us makeup junkies!
But before I do so, here’s a short story as to how I’ve decided to create this organizer. I was at Walmart and saw an empty display container and I immediately had a vision on what I can do with it! I asked the cashier prior to check out if I am allowed to take it with me? And of course, the answer is YES and for FREE!
OK-OK, you all know that I am such a huge fan of Rimmel London products most especially with their nail polishes (60 seconds) quick dry and their foundation, concealer, lip products (I guess everything) HAHA. Now let me show you what I collectively purchased over the past weeks.
I’ve had my eyes on tarte’s Holiday Blush Palette Collection back in 2014 (Tarte Pin Up Girl Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush Palette) where it includes five beautiful shades in a very unique packaging.
Unfortunately, I didn’t get the chance to lay my hands on one as I was too late to purchase the palette for myself. Continue reading “limited-edition tarteist blush palette”
For today’s post, I will be sharing my thoughts on a foundation that I recently bought and has been put to the test for a few weeks now.
You guys know that I am a loyal Rimmel London Foundation gal and it’s very hard for me to try something new. However, this Calvin Klein CK One All Day Perfection Face Makeup SPF20 caught my eyes while I was browsing at Ocean State Job Lot just over a month ago.
In case you are wondering what is Ocean State Job Lot, here is a quick overview for you.
Ocean State Job Lot opened for business in 1977 as a single store operation in North Kingstown, RI. The idea was to sell brand name, first quality products at closeout prices. We understood that people work hard for their money. Our job was to deliver the best values possible. That was the idea then and that’s still our goal today. Although we are known as a closeout company, we prefer to think of ourselves as opportunistic merchants.
Now, let’s talk about the product!
The moment I saw this Calvin Klein CK One foundation on display, I immediately went to check them out and see if they happen to have my shade. They did have two shade options, Porcelain and Sand. Porcelain is more on the lighter shade while Sand is a little bit too dark for my skin tone.
I’m sure to some the bottle is decent, but I personally find it a little bit annoying. I am all about space “saver” and not space “consumer”. This bottle takes up space on my vanity compared to my other foundation bottles.
However –
I love the pump on this foundation though, it’s very precise that only gives you one pump and not messy at all.
Swatches…
I love that this is a matte finish and does have a very pleasant smell. I applied this foundation using different methods (well after applying moisturizer an all).
First, I used my foundation brush from BH Cosmetics. The result was OK, it didn’t give me a smooth finish even after I applied my tarte cosmetics – smooth operator Amazonian clay finishing powder.
Second, I applied this foundation using my all time favorite Stylewurks Sculpting Makeup Sponge (damped). The result was a little bit better but still not impressed. I am all about smooth, flawless finish and this foundation didn’t provide me that look.
Lastly, I had to apply this foundation using my fingers hoping that manual application will work..but then again, it was OK, I prefer using the makeup sponge than my fingers.
Now, to rate this Calvin Klein CK One All Day Perfection Face Makeup SPF20, I’m giving this foundation 2 out of 10. 2 because it’s matte finish which I like, but it did not give me that smooth, flawless finish that I want in a foundation. It does turn “cakey” after a long period of time especially when you apply powder over it to retouch, it does have a thick consistency, also makes my skin looking dull and non-glowing, I’m glad I only paid $5.00 for this product as it’s definitely disappointing.
After doing some research, I found out that this foundation has been discontinued (I won’t even ask why?) but you can still purchase this through Bonanza.com and Ebay if interested.
However, I will give this product one last chance and maybe, just maybe it will work better this time (LOL).
And there you have it!
Have you guys tried this foundation?
Here is a quick mini-haul post for you guys!
Lately, I have been collecting more beauty products to add to my collection. And one of those products happened to be from my all time favorite drugstore brands Wet N’ Wild Beauty.
I had to scout all Walgreens Pharmacy here in Albany, New York just to be able to lay my hands on the Wet N Wild Brushes. However, I didn’t have any luck in finding one but instead, I found one at Walmart and I found the rest at Rite Aid Pharmacy (weird) as I thought these brushes are exclusively sold at Walgreens.
Anyway, let’s get started!
I have been eyeing on these brushes since they were launched but I didn’t feel like purchasing them online. Aside from it’s always sold-out, the shipping is actually more expensive than the brushes itself. But because I believe in the saying that “Patience is a Virtue” then yes! I finally laid my hands on some of them. 🙂 I got five brushes which to me are the most essential brushes for my day-to-day makeup application.
These brushes are super soft and very affordable too. I paid $2.99 each for the Powder and Foundation brushes while $0.99 each for the Large Eyeshadow brush, Small Eyeshadow brush and Small Concealer brush.
Below is a closer look of how beautiful these brushes are.
Description: Cruelty-Free, Gluten-Free, and Vegan Two-toned synthetic Polymax fibers that mimics the consistency of natural hairs Ergonomic Handle for Total Control – See more at: http://www.wetnwildbeauty.com/accessories/brushes/powder-brush.html#sthash.3ybIPpGi.dpuf
Moving on, since I have a super sensitive skin I was really hesitant in trying out any setting spray that is available in the market. However, because of all the buzz and it’s ingredients, I had to try this product myself.
This Photo Focus Setting Spray is amazing! They did not irritate my skin at all. It’s very refreshing when you spray them on your face right after you apply your makeup. It gives you this smooth, non-cakey result and it does keep your face shine free throughout the day.
Description: Lights, camera, action! This exclusive formula extends makeup wear by preventing cracking, smudging, fading, or creasing. Works with any makeup and all skin types, plus it has aloe to hydrate your skin. One step, perfect! – See more at: http://www.wetnwildbeauty.com/face/primer/photo-focustm-setting-spray.html#sthash.seywdxzK.dpuf
I love the scent of this Photo Focus Setting Spray. It’s very subtle, fresh and clean. I am also impressed with the “sprayer” on this bottle as it does spray evenly like a mist and not a “squirt” (if you know what I mean). I paid $4.99 for this at CVS Pharmacy.
Ingredients: Water/Eau, Alcohol Denat., PVP, Propanediol, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate, Glycereth-5 Lactate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Poloxamer 127, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Fragrance/Parfum. – See more at: http://www.wetnwildbeauty.com/face/primer/photo-focustm-setting-spray.html#sthash.seywdxzK.dpuf
Lastly, I couldn’t resist myself but I had to grab two of the Wet n Wild Color Icon Ombre Blusher which you can only find at Target.
Look how pretty these blushes are! As always, they are very pigmented, lightweight and buildable, the packaging is elegant for the price of $4.99 and the color payoff is just beautiful. You can also use this as an eyeshadow if you like (Isn’t it cool?).
I purchased the shades The Princess Daiquiries and In A Purple Haze.
Swatches…
In A Purple Haze is probably my favorite as it’s more on the “peachy” or “corally” shade that is just right up my alley. However, The Princess Daiquiries is also gorgeous and wearable but I haven’t really used this a lot as I kept on reaching for the shade In A Purple Haze the most.
And there you have it!
Have you guys tried any of these beauties?
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