L'oreal HiP High Drama Volume Mascara

My love of all things L'Oreal HiP has been widely documented on this website, but finally there is a slight change in that attitude. At least for their mascara. All I have to say is "meh." There's nothing exceptional about it. I didn't start singing show tunes in its praise after applying, I didn't run out and buy five more just to stock up. In fact, I think I've used it twice. Maybe a couple of more times when I thought I'd try again. But, alas, no. You could just as good results with an even cheaper Rimmel or Cover Girl.

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MagiX Tinted Face Perfector

I actually won this product in a drawing held by Allure magazine. I was very excited to try it, especially since I have such lovely large pores, and according to Avon's website, this face perfector "...visibly minimizes pores witih patent-pending Optix Light-Diffusing Technology. Holds back shine for up to 10 hours. Reduces the look of fine lines...skin feels softer than ever. Shades adapt to your skin tone...like magic!"

Yeah, not so much. I find the consistency very weird and kind of sticky, and I don't notice it doing any better of a job than the foundation I already wear. I believe it's supposed to be sheer enough to wear under foundation, but that's just too much product for me. It seemed like I had to smear an awful lot of this on to get any results. I'm just glad it was free!

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We're baaaaack!

New reviews start up again tomorrow! We've had another upset here in my house: my husband was laid off a couple of weeks ago. Soooo... that just means I'm even more dedicated than EVER to bringing you amazing finds for your budget. Missy has some good ones in the works, too. So keep checking in - we're back in the game!

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Trend o' the Day: Black + Aubergine

From Lucky Magazine's Beauty Spy:

"A smudgy bit of plum shadow makes this classic smoky eye look fresh, romantic, and incredibly sophisticated. Start with full-throttle black liner around the eyes; then, with a small brush, layer sultry brown-purple shadow on top and under the bottom lashes for a sexy, slept-in effect. You can finish with regular mascara or go even further with the A slightly messy ballerina bun and a cherry-ish lip stain or balm are the perfect accompaniments."

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