Lip Factory Inc. February Box Review and Look

I finally caved and signed up for the Lip Factory Inc box. While i am a bit picky when it comes to lip products the lure of this box pulled me in. First of all, while this box is all about the lips it does offer up other items for eyes and face. The sheer amount of items you get had the most pull on me. A subscription box that actually allows you to get mainly full sized items automatically gets a thumbs up in my book. But are the items quality, pleasantly surprised but, yes!

I did not get the chance to take a photo of each item but this is what was included this month
-Information card along with how to create the look
-29 Cosmetics Wine Blot Lip Therapy​​​​​​​
​​​​​-29 Cosmetics Reserves Moisturizing Lip Stick in Stompin Grapes
-​Nabi Cosmetics Lip Liner
-29 Cosmetics  Faux Leather Lipstick Case
-LaSplash Cosmetics Hula Hula ​Mineral Powder Eye Shadow​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
-​​LaSplash Cosmetics Black ​​​​​​​​​​​​​S​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​e​​​a Mineral Powder Eye Shadow​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
-LaSplash Cosmetics Oyster Shell Mineral Powder Eye Shadow
​​​​​​​​​​​-29 Cosmetics Skin Care Sample
-Extras:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Mini Kabuki Brush ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​


This box contained about 6 full sized items and enough products to create a whole eye and lip look!

While i did not follow all the instructions this was the look i created. I started out by moisturizing my lips with the wine blot lip therapy by 29 Cosmetics. I then used LaSplash cosmetics in Hula Hula as my main lid colors, Oyster Shell on the inner corners of my eye and used Black Sea to define the outer V. On the lips i used Nabi lip liner and 29 cosmetics Stompin Grapes. I used the Kabuki brush to brush a a light dusting of Hula Hula on my cheeks (very light dusting).

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Lip Factory is about $21 a month and you will receive a nice range of products that are mainly full size from drugstore and higher end brands. 

MAC Archie's Girls Collection Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow Quad Review and Swatches

MAC Archie's Girls Collection Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow Quad

The first limited edition, special packaging, collection for 2013 has landed! MAC Archie's Girls is finally here after months of waiting! This collection was separated into two sides- Betty and Veronica! Since Betty and Veronica have their own distinct styles MAC gave them two distinct color schemes! Are you the soft, pink, girl next door? Or, are you the ruthless, just a little spoiled, Veronica? Maybe a mix of both!

MAC Archie's Girls Collection Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow Quad

When i first saw pictures for Betty's eyeshadow quad i felt a little underwhelmed. I found the colors to be too mundane and colors I've seen before but were very on point of what an everyday girl next door would wear. Once i got this product my opinion changed very quickly. This palette is anything but ordinary. I had thought some of these shades would be similar to something i could find in my naked palette or even colors i own already own (honestly who loves makeup and does not have shades similar to the last two (Caramel Sundae and Showstopper)?). What i feel sets this palette apart is the first two shades - Cheryl Chic and Dreammaker. These shades are both frosts. Cheryl Chic is described as a like coral pink while Dreammaker is a pale frosy yellow- these soft pastels compliment the neutrals and add just a tiny bit of spring color trend to the lid.

MAC Archie's Girls Collection Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow Quad

The packaging is just as cute as the other items in this collection. The palette has the same design as the Pearlmatte Face Powder and includes both Betty and Veronica adoringly eying Archie. They are surrounded by hearts along with the collection name and the MAC logo. This sturdy, push button to open, palette is strong enough to stay closed while in your purse but pretty enough to display on your dresser. The qaulity of the shadows is just as good, each shade gave about 7 hours wear time with the exception of Dreammaker showing noticeable fading at 5 hours. You can apply these individual or together for a complete look. The frosted shades are a bit softer than the matte shades at the right. I did not find them too powdery and did not experience any fallout. With decent pigmentation, only a little was needed on my brush to get true to palette color. These also blended easily.

Cheryl Chic, Dreammaker, Caramel Sundae, and Showstopper on bare skin without flash

Cheryl Chic, Dreammaker, Caramel Sundae, and Showstopper

Cheryl Chic, Dreammaker, Caramel Sundae, and Showstopper on bare skin with flash

Cheryl Chic, Dreammaker, Caramel Sundae, and Showstoppe

A look i created using MAC Archie's Girls Collection Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow Quad -  Cheryl Chic was used under the brow on the brow bone and blended into the crease, Dreammaker was applied directly to the lid , Caramel Sundae was applied in the crease, and Showstopper was applied on the outer v blending into the outer crease. I then lined L'Oreal HIP color truth cream eyeliner in black and Rimmel Scandalize mascara. I lined under my eye with Black Swan Pearl Glide Intense Liner by MAC and lined my water line with Lord It Up Pearl Glide Intense Liner by MAC.
 

MAC Archie's Girls Collection Caramel Sundae

MAC Archie's Girls Collection Caramel Sundae

Overall MAC Archie's Girls Collection Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow Palette is worth picking up if you like neutral colors with a little pop of pastel or if you are a fan of Archie's Comics. These shadows are on par with other MAC shadows and for 44$- each shadow only comes up to a little over 10$ which is a pretty great bargain. You can pick this palette up here.

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Stero Rose Review Swatches and Look

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Sterorose

Whats the perfect finish to your foundation/concealer routine? MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Stero Rose! This re-promoted product was released as part of the Apres Chic collection in December. In the pan this product appears to look like it leans red or applies like a bronzer (for light skin) and while that is partially true this product is quite versatile in terms of application.

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Sterorose

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Sterorose

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Sterorose is described as a coral shade with golden bronze shimmer. There are ribbons of gold and medium brown distrusted throughout the coral base. Since this is a baked mineral product it is hard to the touch but becomes very powdery with just a few sweeps of a brush. On light skin a light application should be used if using as a blush, it can be built up to be used as a bronzer or for contour though. On medium skin tones this can be used as blush, and on darker skin tones this could be used as a highlight. Depending on the look you want sweep more or less, and blend more or less to get the shade you desire on your skin. I love how the gold and bronze shimmer makes the skin look glowy and youthful. It feels very light on the skin, i experienced no fall out, it wore for about 5 hours before it started to fade slightly, and gave an even finish overall.

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Sterorose

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Sterorose

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Sterorose

I used MAC Mineralize Skin Finish on the apples of my cheeks along with the top sides of my forehead.

Overall MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Sterorose is a soft coral shade that is great for all skin tones. This product is bendable, build-able, and light. The perfect finish to any face product makeup routine. Can be found here, or at Nordstrom.

Urban Decay The Vice Palette Review and Swatches

Urban Decay The Vice Palette

I feel like it has been forever since i got this palette. I have been so backed up that i have been putting this product on the back burner, where it certainly does not belong! The Urban Decay The Vice Palette is one of my favorite and diverse shadow palettes that i have ever bought from Urban Decay. The Vice Palette contains shadows that range in finish from matte, glitter shimmer, metallic, and sheer (in a great way!). The colors range from bright and loud to naked neutral. The amount of looks you can create with this palette is staggering.

Urban Decay The Vice Palette

The packaging on The Vice Palette is very sleek. A matte purple outer casing with the title in glossy letters. The UD is raised white plastic crystals. Though it sounds a little tacky it is quite pretty in person. This palette opens with the push of a button on the front side of the box. This palette contains 20 shadows with clever names like "chaos", "noise", and "blitz". These shadows, though many contrasting, compliment each other. If you look at it in rows (top to bottom or even left to right) contain colors that go well together. For example the bottom row contains perfect neutrals for an everyday look while the second row from the bottom contains colors perfect for a soft girly look. I personally love row three (from the left, top to bottom) this row contains Jagged, Occupy, Vice, and Anonymous. I love how these shades blend and work together for a colorful yet cool toned, smokey look.

Urban Decay The Vice Palette

The formula of these shades range from soft to hard. The matte shades like Chaos and Laced are hard and apply very opaque with no fallout. Shades like Jagged and Noise have a little micro glitter in them so they apply softer with a little bit of fall out. The metallic shades like Nevermind and Blitz are very soft, so much so, that i suggest you be careful when using your brush on them (very little pressure is needed). Though soft i did not find significant fallout with these.

Urban Decay The Vice Palette

 This palette also contained a double ended brush. This soft urban decay brush contains a smaller end perfect for applying lid shads and also a fluffier, bigger end that is great for blending. I personally, do not find this brush to be great for overall looks, and i find double ended brushes a little pointless, it is great for those who do not have brushes, or are looking to have an extra brush in their collection.

Swatches-

Urban Decay The Vice Palette

Urban Decay The Vice Palette Row 1 (L-R) Desperation, Muse, Jagged, Blitz, Penny Lane. With Flash

Urban Decay The Vice Palette Row 1 (L-R) Desperation, Muse, Jagged, Blitz, Penny Lane. Without Flash

Urban Decay The Vice Palette Row 2 (L-R) Junkie, Chaos, Occupy. Unhinged, Black Market. With Flash

Urban Decay The Vice Palette Row 2 (L-R) Junkie, Chaos, Occupy. Unhinged, Black Market. Without Flash

Urban Decay The Vice Palette Row 3 (L-R)  Provocateur, Rapture, Vice, Noise, Armor. With Flash

Urban Decay The Vice Palette Row 3 (L-R)  Provocateur, Rapture, Vice, Noise, Armor. Without Flash.

Urban Decay The Vice Palette Row 4 (L-R) Nevermind, Echo Beach, Anonymous, Freebird, Laced. With Flash

Urban Decay The Vice Palette Row 4 (L-R) Nevermind, Echo Beach, Anonymous, Freebird, Laced. Without Flash

Urban Decay The Vice Palette- Lid Chaos, Crease- Blitz, Brow -Anonymous, Definer- Occupy

Overall i would recommend The Vice Palette by Urban Decay to anyone who likes eyeshadow that is a little adventurous. If you would like to add a wide range of colors to your makeup collection this is also a good choice. It is also a good way to discover some shades you may not have thought of using while also giving you access to safer shades. With great overall pigmentation, wide range of finishes and shades, this product is a must have. Product can be found here!

MAC Fluidline Brow Gelcreme in Deep Dark Brunette Review and Swatch

So i stepped out of my box a bit on this one. While i adore MAC for its lipsticks, limited edition packaging, and shadows, i have never really tried any of their face products. When the Stylish Brow collection was released i knew i had to try at least one piece. I decided to pick up the Fluidline Brow Gelcreme in Deep Dark Brunette. I have brown hair but my brows, for some reason, are black. I chose the darkest option, which is still lighter than my brows, as the one to try and pleasantly i was not disappointed.

MAC Fluidline Brow Gelcreme comes in a small little glass container with a screw on black cap. This product is creamy but thick. It easily adhered to my stiff, flat brush, without being clumpy or having too much adhere.

While this product does dry quite fast i do suggest you have not only your stiff, flat, angled, brush ready but also a mascara wand (cleaned of course) or a brow brush (though i personally find the mascara want blends a little better) to blend into your brow. I started by brushing my brows into a shape i liked and then lined the brows with the MAC Fluidline Brow Gelcreme. I blended the line up into the brow from the bottom and from the top as well. I finished with a mascara want to even out the lines.

My brow without product.

Lined Brow with MAC Fluidline Brow Gelcreme in Deep Dark Brunette

Blended in the MAC Fluidline Brow Gelcreme in Deep Dark Brunette

Finished brow look using MAC Fluidline Brow Gelcreme in Deep Dark Brunette

(just a note, i have hyper pigmentation on my lid which causes it to look like i am wearing shadow, i am not wearing anything other than the Fluidline Brow Gelcreme)

Overall i really liked how MAC Fluidline Brow Gelecreme made my eyebrows go from completely unkept to neat and polished. Even though i have very thick eyebrows i feel this product made them look classy and strong- in a good way! I think this product would be great for someone with sparse hair on their brow, or someone looking for more shape. You can pick this product up here!

Milan Rowe Diamond Dust in All Eyes On Me and Paradise Review and Swatches

Prepare yourself! The next few posts will be focusing on a great brand that i feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to review! This post will focus on Milan Rowe Diamond Dust.

Milan Rowe Diamond Dust in All Eyes On Me and Paradise

Wrapped in Milan Rowe paper, in a classy black box, these beautiful eyeshadow's arrived in style. Each pot contains 2.35g of light weight, super shimmer, mineral eye shadow.

Milan Rowe Diamond Dust Paradise and All Eyes On Me

These shadows are very soft and are a very fine mineral powder. They are easy to blend but since they are loose powder but if you are using a brush (i suggest this over a sponge applicator) make sure to gently tap your brush to avoid fall out on your cheeks. These products can be used wet or dry. By adding a little water to your brush before applying you can paint these shadows on. All Eyes On Me becomes a shimmery bright goldish color while Paradise becomes a light shimmery green. When applied dry use primer for an even brighter pop of color. These shadows are shimmery but opaque. They do not feel heavy, do not clump, and are not dry or chalky on the lid. These shades can be built up by tapping them over each other. Cruelty free, not tested on animals.

Milan Rowe Diamond Dust All Eyes On Me and Paradise over primer without flash

Milan Rowe Diamond Dust All Eyes On Me and Paradise over primer with flash

Using both All Eyes On Me and Paradise Diamond Dust by Milan Rowe i was able to created the following blended eye look. I used a primer base (try urban decay), and patted on All Eyes On Me to my lid up to my crease. I swept Paradise over my crease and blended up to my brow. I then blended with All Eyes On Me with a sweeping back and forth motion at the crease. I then applied extra Paradise to my outer V. Add liner and mascara and done! The smooth and soft texture made blending effortless and this stayed on for more then 6 hours!

 If this isn't your kind of look you can always use these bright colors as part of a more neutral look, or soften them by blending with a nude, or beige, or darken with a little bit of tan color shadow.

Over all i would recommend this mineral shadow to anyone who is looking for high quality, bright, smooth, and easily blended shadow. If you want to try bold and bright colors, Milan Rowe is a great place to turn to. You won't be disappointed. To see the whole range of shades and products please check out Milan Rowe Cosmetics.