Candle Review: Bath & Body Works Rose

Hi folks, so I have another home fragrance post for you. 

Candle: Bath & Body Works Scented Candle in Rose

Availability: This scent has been discontinued. 

Would I buy this again?:Yes.

Notes: I purchased this because y'all know I love rose scents.
Here's what I'm getting from smelling the candle cold - it has a very soft, floral yet watery rose fragrance.

As the wax warms and burns, the scent intensifies, though it doesn't change. 

I find this candle melts and burns very well; it has a throw that smells up my entire room, albeit softly because the scent itself is soft. 

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: Bought this myself.

Candle Review: Trader Joe's Peony Blossom

Hi folks, so I have another home fragrance post for you. 

Candle: Trader Joe's Peony Blossom

Availability:  This is currently discontinued, this appears to reappear during the springtime (around May) so you can check for it then. It launched in May 2020. 

Would I buy this again?: I'd be willing to give it another shot because I like the scent. 

Notes: I vividly remember going to Trader Joe's last spring, smelling this, and being utterly delighted with the scent to such an extent that I had to have it right away. It has a lovely, light floral scent reminiscent of peonies with a hint of something sweet and fruity. Apples perhaps. Apple-y peony? Right up my alley!
As the wax warms and burns, the scent intensifies, though ever so slightly. 

Alright frankly I find that this candle burns unevenly and doesn't have much of a throw unless you burn it for a significant amount of time - I'm talking 5+ hours, which isn't always realistic (although it is now that we're in quarantine - I'm writing this post at the end of March). As such, I will be passing it along to a friend.

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: I purchased this myself.

Toner Review: fresh Rose Floral Toner

fresh Rose Floral Toner

Availability: This product retails at $15 for 2 fl. oz. (60 mL) or at $40 for 8.5 fl. oz. (250 ml) and can be purchased at sephora.com, blumercury.com, neimanmarcus.com, fresh.com, jcpenny.com, spacenk.com, macys.com and nordstrom.com along with their physical store locations.

Would I buy this?: No. 

Notes: According to sephora.com:

What it is: A soothing, alcohol-free toner and setting spray that delivers hydration with a heavenly scent.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Liquid
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and phthalates.
What Else You Need to Know: This cooling mist moisturizes for 24-hours for a healthy, dewy look. The extra-gentle formula for all skin types—even sensitive—is made with pure rosewater, revered since antiquity for its calming benefits. Use it to set makeup and refresh skin throughout the day.

Does it contain any special/beneficial ingredients?

According to sephora.com:

Rosewater: Soothes and tones the skin

What is the texture like?

This feels pretty watery, hydrating and is refreshing when applied. 

Is this scented?

This has a cucumber-y herbal rose scent.

What has my experience with the product been like?

Honestly this doesn't do much, it feels refreshing when it's sprayed on but so do other toners that come in spray bottles. I didn't find that this did anything for my redness and I personally prefer a sweet rose scent that's pure rose.

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments. 

Disclaimer: This was provided for testing purposes. I am under no obligation nor am I being compensated to mention it on this blog. 

Candle Review: Bath & Body Works Caramel Pumpkin Swirl

Hi folks, so I have another home fragrance post for you. 

Candle: Bath & Body Works Scented Candle in Caramel Pumpkin Swirl

Availability: This scent has been discontinued, I'm unsure if it's returning this year. 

Would I buy this again?:Yes.

Notes: I purchased this because it smells warm and cozy.
Here's what I'm getting from smelling the candle cold - it has a warm, toasty, sweet caramel scent.

As the wax warms and burns, the scent intensifies, though it doesn't change. 

I find this candle melts and burns very well; it has a throw that smells up my entire room. 

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: Bought this myself.

Candle Review: Bath & Body Works Maple Cinnamon Pancakes

Hi folks, so I have another home fragrance post for you.

Candle: Bath & Body Works Scented Candle in Maple Cinnamon Pancakes

Availability: This appears to be discontinued, I'm unsure if it is returning this year. 

Would I buy this again?:Yes.

Notes: I purchased this because it has a cozy scent and I really wanted a fall candle with a maple note, so this was perfect.
Here's what I'm getting from smelling the candle cold - maple syrup and just overall sweetness.

As the wax warms and burns, the scent intensifies, though it doesn't change. I would say this definitely smells like a cozy breakfast for cooler weather. I really enjoy it.

I find this candle melts and burns very well; it has a throw that smells up my entire room. 

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: Bought this myself.

Candle Review: Bath & Body Works Cinnamon Spiced Vanilla

Hi folks, so I have another home fragrance post for you.

Candle: Bath & Body Works Scented Candle in Cinnamon Spiced Vanilla

Availability: This scent retails at $26.50 for 14.5 oz. (411g). 

Would I buy this again?:Yes.

Notes: I purchased this because it smells super warm and cozy.
Here's what I'm getting from smelling the candle cold - it smells like cinnamon sugar and sugar cookies. it's very warm, cozy, and sweet without being cloying. Definitely one that's nice during rainy and/or cold weather.

As the wax warms and burns, the scent intensifies, though it doesn't change. It smells so cozy and delicious! I highly recommend it!

I find this candle melts and burns very well; it has a throw that smells up my entire room. 

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: Bought this myself.

Juvia's Place Warrior III Palette Look

Hey folks, today I bring you a bright, fun, colorful look.

Enough blabbering, tutorial time!

I  applied the blush from the Lune+Aster Desert Moon Palette as a base for Hourglass Nude Glow Blush with my Sephora Collection Pro Mini Airbrush 55.5. I also applied illuminator from the Lune+Aster Desert Moon Palette as a base for Hourglass Metallic Strobe Powder in Champagne Strobe Light using my Sephora Collection #74 PRO Small Blush and Contour brush.

As a base for my eyeshadow I applied OCC Cosmetic Colour Pencil in Pool Boy  and blended it out with my Crown Pro C511 brush.

For the crease I applied Nzinga along with Fanti with the Sonia Kashuk Essential Blending Crease Brush No. 273 and Crown Pro C511 Brush, respectively.

For the lid  I applied Kongo wet using Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber, and Green Tea and my Crown Pro C510 brush. 

To highlight the brow-bone and the inner corner of the eye I applied Kat Von D Melanie using my no-name gigantic paddle brush from Crown and Crown Pro C528 brush, respectively. 

For eyeliner, I went with the wet n wild proline Felt Tip Eyeliner in Black. For the waterline I applied Colourpop BFF Creme Gel Liner in Honeydude.

For the lower lash line, I applied Kahina and blended it out with Jarawa using my Bubbi Detail brush.

The look sans lashes. 

For lashes I used red cherry eyelashes in Simone along with the Duo Quick Set Striplash Adhesive.

For lips, I applied the Colourpop Just A Tint Lip Crayon in The Strand and topped it off with blush from the Lune+Aster Desert Moon Palette and Trish McEvoy Barely There Essential Pencil.

Hope that you liked this! :D It was super fun for me to put together! Feel free to request particular songs, animals/nature scenes (I don't do insects of any kind though, sorry, little insect feet and wings creep the bejesus outta me), Pokemon, or Pokemon towns. :P

Please let me know if you have any comments or questions. 

Disclaimer: The Sephora 55.5 brush and Lune+Aster palette were provided for testing purposes. The palette was a birthday gift from my wife. I paid for everything else you see here myself. 

Juvia's Place Warrior III Palette Review

 Today I bring to you the Juvia's Place Warrior III Palette

Availability: The currently retails at $20 at ulta.com along with its physical store locations or juviasplace.com for 9 shades.

Would I buy this again? Yes!
Notes: This is a really pretty matte rainbow palette with its random but pretty pops of blue at the bottom. I'm excited that my wife got this for me!

Maasai is a matte forest green.

Nzinga is a matte warm yellow. 

Kahina is a matte, rich ruby red (I'm unsure why it looks so purple in the photo).

Jarawa is a matte orange (um... again, unsure why it looks so red).

Candace is a matte purple.

Fanti is a vivid hot pink matte.

Kongo is a metallic blue with turquoise micro-shimmer pearl.

Karama is a metallic silver with a hint of blue.

Gola is a bright, matte aquatic blue.

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: My wife got this for me as a birthday gift.