wet n wild Ultra Black Breakup Proof Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner Review

Today's eyeliner review is going to be on the wet n wild Breakup Proof Waterproof Eyeliner in Ultra Black.

I have this on the upper lash-line

Availability: This ranges from around $5 - $6.50 and can be purchased at drugstores that carry wet n wild and Ulta along with their respective websites. This can also be purchased on wetnwildbeauty.com.

Would I buy this? I'm not sure. 

Notes: I'd say that this is a matte black. It's waterproof and stays put nicely (about 8-11 hours). It glides on very easily. The brush is fairly average for a pen-style liquid eyeliner and I feel that at times I wish its end was better tapered to create really fine flicks and wings. 

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

Disclaimer: I purchased this myself. 

e.l.f. disco queen Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow

Hey folksickles, today I'll be reviewing the e.l.f. Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow in disco queen.

Availability: This retails at $6 and is available at target.com, walgreens.com, ulta.com, and walmart.com as well as (potentially) their physical store locations - call your local store before making the trip if you want to be sure. It is also available at elfcosmetics.com.

Would I buy this?: No.

Notes: I'd describe this as a sheer base with holographic silver glitter.  This is definitely best used as a topper for an eyeshadow versus on its own given the sporadic, sheer quality of the base here. This wore nicely for around 8 hours and, while pretty, I just don't see it as a color I'd reach for often.

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

Disclaimer: This was given to me as a gift with purchase.

Fragrance Review: narciso rodriguez fleur musc for her

Today I will be reviewing narciso rodriguez fleur musc for her.

Availability: This can be purchased at macys.com, bloomingdales.com, and nordstrom.com along with their physical store locations. The retail pricing is $103 for 1.7 fl. oz. or at $131 for 3.3 fl. oz.
Would I buy this?: I'm not sure.

Notes: To quote from fragrantica.com: 

Top Notes: Pink Pepper
Mid Notes: Rose, Musk, Peony
Base Notes: Patchouli, Violet, Amber

Smelling it straight out of the bottle, it smells like an amber-y rose. It's almost like a "grandma" scent due to the patchouli but the florals here keep it fresh. 
Freshly applied, I get what I'd describe as a patchouli violet. Now I love violet scents but I hate patchouli so it comes off as powdery and almost... mildew-y.  As the scent dries down the rose especially as well as the peony start to make an appearance. Honestly I think the patchouli in here takes away from what is otherwise a great fragrance. Overall I think it smells nice and the florals in here - rose, peony, violet - are all floral scents that I love but they're also all what I would describe as soft notes that are easy to overpower by something as acrid as patchouli and overall I feel like, even though the patchouli tends to back away as the scent dries down, its absence would not be missed. 

In terms of wear, I had this on for just around 8 hours and I get a very faint, rose note.

Disclaimer: This was given to me as a birthday gift. :)

Mask Review: Origins Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay

'Ello folksickles. Today's review will be for the Origins Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay.

Availability:  This is available at sephora.com, ulta.com, and origins.com along with their physical store locations. The retail pricing is $14 for 1 oz. (30 mL) and $28 for 2.5 oz. (75 mL).

Would I buy this again? Probably not.

What is this product? What is it supposed to do?

Product info according to sephora.com:

Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
What it is:
A two-in-one purifying mask that draws out impurities and gently exfoliates to refine skin’s texture and boost radiance.
Solutions for:
- Oiliness
- Pores
- Dullness and uneven texture
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates SLS and SLES
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
"As early as your 20s, skin starts to lose its luster because of everyday environmental stress. A protein change that can lead to dullness and skin needs some extra help to bounce back. Don’t worry! That’s why Origins created Original Skin™. It’s formulated with willowherb to help inhibit that dullness causing protein change and restore your natural, gorgeous glow.
Clean at Sephora
Clean at Sephora is a curation of brands committed to evolving the beauty industry. When you see our Clean seal, you can be sure this brand's products are formulated without certain ingredients that are potentially harmful to human health and the environment and also address ingredients clients are concerned about, including phthalates, formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasers, oxybenzone and octinoxate, hydroquinone, triclosan, coal tar, methylisothiazolinone and methylchloroisothiazolinone, insoluble plastic microbeads, and more. For the full list, check out the Ingredients tab.

Does this contain any special/beneficial ingredients?

Once again, according to sephora.com:

Made with Mediterranean rose clay, Canadian willowherb, and exfoliating jojoba beads, it helps gently deep clean while refining skin's texture. Pores appear to vanish and clarity is restored for a radiant youthful-looking complexion that's silky-smooth to the touch.

What is the texture like?

This has a thin, mud-mask consistency. 

Is this scented?

This has a light, clean, citrusy scent.

What has my experience with the product been like?

In my personal opinion this is just a tad bit too drying for me as my skin felt tight toward the end of me having this on - before I washed it off. It also has little granules in it so it doubles as an exfoliator when you're washing it off your skin. It left my skin feeling really refreshed and soft - I think due to that scrubbing action. I'll have to use this more long-term to decide if I like its effect on my skin.

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

Disclaimer: This was given to me as a birthday gift.

Lip Balm Review: Laneige Berry Lip Sleeping Mask

Today's lip balm review is going to be on Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask in Berry.

Availability: This product retails at $10 - $22 for 0.7 oz (20g) and is available at sephora.com along with its physical store locations. You can also purchase this at laniege.com, stylevana.com, and yesstyle.com. I find that this is less pricey on the non-USA sites. 

Would I buy this again?: Probably not. 

Notes: The balm has a sweet scent that sort of reminds me of very sweet children's cough syrup (but nicer!) and has a very soft, sheer pink tone to it. I feel like this does a nice job of softening the lips and leaving them hydrated while being lightweight. It feels nice going on but honestly I wouldn't say that it offers enough hydration if you're looking for something to help manage dryness, it more so keeps lips that are already hydrated stay soft and smooth. Honestly with this being such a hyped up product I was expecting more hydration from it but alas. 

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

Disclaimer: This was provided as a birthday reward from Sephora.

Sleeping Mask Review: Laneige Water Sleeping Mask

'Ello folksickles. Today's review will be for the Laneige Water Sleeping Mask.

Availability: This product retails at $16 - $29 for 2.3 oz. (70 mL) and is available at sephora.com along with its physical store locations. You can also purchase this at laniege.com, stylevana.com, and yesstyle.com.

Would I buy this? I'm not sure.

What it is formulated to do:

Allow us to quote the lovely sephora.com:

Which skin type is it good for?

✔ Normal

✔ Oily

✔ Combination

✔ Dry

✔ Sensitive

What it is:

An overnight, moisture-recharging gel mask that quickly absorbs while you sleep to deeply hydrate skin.

Solutions for:

- Dryness

- Dullness and uneven texture

- Fine lines and wrinkles

If you want to know more…

Recharge your dehydrated skin while you sleep with this innovative mask. It’s formulated with highly concentrated Hydro Ionized Mineral Water to deliver high doses of moisture to stressed, parched skin. Calming Sleepscent™, infused with orange flower, rose, and sandalwood, and it relaxes and comforts while apricot and evening primrose extracts to brighten and purify fatigued skin. The result: skin looks and feels radiant, refreshed, and soft so you wake up with soft, glowing skin.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:

- Parabens

- Phthalates

What else you need to know:

This product is dermatologist tested, noncomedogenic, and recommended for all skin types. LANEIGE does not test ingredients or products on animals.

This product is an Allure Best of Beauty award winner.

Does it contain any special/beneficial ingredients?

From sephora.com:

-Sleep-Tox™: Helps calm skin from damage and external stressors that skin suffers during the day; infused with antioxidant-rich Hunza Apricot and Evening Primrose to work overnight to help reduce the look of fatigued skin.

-Hydro Ionized Mineral Water: Formulated with six moisture-maximizing minerals—zinc, manganese, magnesium, sodium, calcium, and potassium; helps penetrate quicker and deeper into skin; provides Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF), similar to skin's own moisturizing agents, to circulate and retain long-lasting moisture.

-Moisture Wrap™: An exclusive technology that features a mineral network of moisture-rich beta-glucan to form an eight-hour time-release moisturizing layer over skin; locks in active ingredients and mineral water.

What is the texture like?

This has a gel-cream texture that has that "water burst" sensation when rubbed in and is very quick to absorb. 

Is it scented?

This has a clean, aquatic scent.

My overall experience/comments on the product:

I really love the refreshing aspect of this product's texture and how quickly it absorbs into the skin. I really love using sleeping masks as hydration boosters and this certainly does the job.

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

Disclaimer: This was provided as a birthday reward from Sephora. 

Moisturizer Review: Laneige Water Bank Moisture Cream

 Hello folksickles. Today's review will be for the Laneige Water Bank Moisture Cream.

Availability: This product retails at $25-$28 for 1.6 oz. (50 mL) and is available at laniege.com, stylevana.com, and yesstyle.com. I find that this is less pricey on the non-USA sites. 

Would I buy this?:I'm not sure.

What is this product designed to address?

According to sephora.com this is what the product is and what it does:

What it is: A rich moisturizing cream formulated with mineral-rich vegetable extracts to help strengthen skin's moisture barrier for a hydrated, balanced complexion.

Skin Type: Normal and Dry

Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Acne, and Blemishes

Formulation: Lightweight Cream

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates.

What Else You Need to Know: Water Bank Moisture Cream is powered by antioxidants and highly concentrated green mineral water. Extracts from Brussel sprouts and artichoke combine with the fortifying power of lima beans to help strengthen the defensive barrier and keep skin hydrated throughout the day.

Does it contain any special/beneficial ingredients?
Again, according to sephora.com:

Green Mineral Water: Extracted from Brussel sprouts, artichoke, and lima bean to hydrate skin.

What is the texture like?

This has such an interesting texture! I'd describe this as something between a gel, cream, and balm. It's a bit thick but not heavy; this feels refreshing and cooling when applied.

Is it scented?

This has a very soft, clean scent that I'd describe as being aquatic.

My overall experience/comments on the product:
I really love how soft and smooth this leaves my skin feeling. It's almost like dipping my face into a cloud because it's so hydrating yet lightweight. That being said I've only used this once so that's my first impression of it. Only time will tell if I enjoy this over time or find its texture a bit tacky - I find it tackier on my hand than my face though. I'm sure I'll go into more depth when this shows up in an empties. If you'd like a more in-depth review please let me know.

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

Disclaimer: This was provided as a birthday reward from Sephora.