Weekly Beauty Question #5

Hi, lovelies! This is the fifth installment of my Weekly Beauty Question, an open discussion post where I invite you to talk about different beauty related topics. Last week I asked you about the size of your makeup collection (small, average, large, hoarder-like, etc.). A lot of you said it depends on whether you compare it to a blogger or a non-blogger: In comparison to the average person, your collections are large; but taking into consideration the online beauty community, your collections are modest. Here's this week's question...

Q: What is your most coveted beauty item? That includes coveted items you now own and items you're still lusting after. Did that item meet your expectations?

My Answer: Without a doubt the single beauty item I have coveted the most is the Urban Decay Naked Palette. The Naked palette has got to be one of the most famous and hyped products in the beauty community. I went to my local Sephora several times in hopes of it being restocked. And although it's definitely not the first product that has made me stalk a store's beauty aisle, it's the only one that got me into such a frenzy. I definitely fell for the hype. Thankfully, the Naked Palette did meet my expectations. The quality of the eyeshadows is great, the entire palette is very versatile, and it's a good value (considering what individual UD shadows cost). 

As far as beauty products I'm still coveting, I really want to buy all of the new Milani Shadow Eyez Naturally Chic Limited Edition shades. I adore the Shadow Eyez and the new shades look amazing. So far I've gotten one, but right now I'm on a no-buy and don't have the money to go out and buy all of the colors. :( Beautyloverproblems. I'm also bummed that I wasn't able to get the Charmed I'm Sure lipstick from MAC's Marilyn Monroe LE Collection. 

I'm looking forward to reading your answers! Have a nice day!

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Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids Lipstick in Vivid Rose

Hello, beauties! I recall seeing the new Vivids line from Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick range in quite a few blogs over the past month. I wasn't particularly tempted at first, but the swatches convinced me otherwise. The Vivids Lipstick line is full of super fun and really bright lipstick shades. The one I picked up is called Vivid Rose. I've worn this lipstick as a stain on my blog (in my Summer Makeup post). In this review I'm showcasing Vivid Rose's full potential.

Wet'n'Wild Comfort Zone Palette Review

Wet'n'Wild Comfort Zone Palette - ($4.99)

Hello, lovelies! Today I'm going to quickly review a product I've owned for quite a while. I actually repurchased this palette recently because I broke nearly every eyeshadow in a failed depotting attempt. I sure learned my lesson. Anyways, it's a lovely palette with a great color selection. There are swatches, a makeup look, and a dupe/comparison after the cut. 

Contouring and Highlighting Using Powders

Hi, lovelies! Hope you enjoyed the funny-looking picture. Today I'm showcasing two powders I use for sculpting (meaning contouring and highlighting my face). They are from MAC's Pro range (which you can get online at MACCosmetics.com). The one I use for contouring is the Pro Sculpting Powder in Shadester. For highlighting I use their Pro Shaping Powder in Lightsweep. What I love about MAC's Sculpting and Shaping powder is that they come in a variety of colors suitable for different skintones. Since MAC Pro products have limited availability, I've included a few other options at the bottom of the post in case you're interested in sculpting kits. I also reviewed the Pro Sculpting Creams ages ago in case you prefer cream formulas (see the review here).

Etude House Sweet Recipe Ice Cream Polish in Lilac PP501

Hello, beauties! Today I'm showing you another Ice Cream Nail Polish from the Etude House Sweet Recipe Collection ($3-6). In my massive Sweet Recipe review and swatches post, I showed the ChocoChip Mint glitter nail polish. Etude House offers a bunch of beautiful glitter polish colors from their Ice Cream range but they also released solid creme finishes. I ordered a light Lilac color but I wish I had gotten the whole range. You can get them for as low as $3 online and they are so cute. I just want to hoard them all!!

Product Spotlight: Concealers

Hello, beauties! I haven't done a Product Spotlight in ages (since my Face Products post) so I decided to assemble one and give concealers some love. I didn't title this post "My Favorite Concealers" because truthfully (spoiler alert) I could live without the Maybelline The Eraser. However these five concealers (technically six) are the ones currently on "rotation" in my makeup collection. Why do I need so many concealers open at the same time? Who knows. It's a beauty junkie thing, but it does have it's perks and justifications. They all vary in coverage and consistency. 

Paul & Joe Pressed Powder Compact in Medium 03

Hi, lovelies! Today I have my second Paul & Joe Beaute product review. I previously featured their Peaches and Cream Cheek Color on my blog (click here if you want to read that review). The product I will be talking about today is their Pressed Powder in the color Medium 03. To clarify, the Pressed Powder refill pan is sold separately from the pink powder compact. They come safely packaged in beautiful boxes (which I will show you in later posts; yes, I've kept them!) and you have to insert the powder pan into the compact yourself. The powder consists of a large matte side and a smaller shimmery side.