A Haul: Pink and Collective

Shoppings something most of us love, and I happen to love it... LOVE it. And with spring here, the temptation to dip your toes in new products while in the drug store is like being a child trying to resist lucky charms. With that said, lets take a peak into what the drugstore has brought us for this season- and maybe a few other accessories.

 Bidoerma Sensibio H20 - $22

Beauty waters seem to be all the rave among beauty gurus these days and I can see why. Prior to this 250 mL I had given the travel size a go and loved it. It's refreshing and gentle- and easy!

KIT Makeup Brush Cleanser - $9.99

I've never been into washing my makeup brushes and neglect to do so for many moons (yikes!) I purchased this in hopes that it will be a quick and easy way to get into a new & more hygenic routine.


























Physicians Formula Happy Booster Blush in Pink - $15.99 (gift)

Not only is this blush adorable, but all the colours swirled around it makes for the perfect cool toned flush for your cheeks.

Sally Hanson Diamond Strength No Chip Nail Colour in Princess Cut - (gift)

A pretty pink and sparkly top coat is a nice way to add some subtle sparkle to your nails.

NYX Xtreme Lip Cream in Candy Land- $5.39


A liquid lip stick- I think? The formulation is hard to describe but it's pigmentation and consistency definitely make up for that. I'm looking forward to trying more in the future!






















Maybelline Color Whisper in Petal Rebel - $9.99

The colour wasn't quite what I expected- a little cooler than I thought. Although the shade isn't my favourite the consistency is. It's very lightweight and moisturizing- the other colours in the line weren't the most appealing to me so I won't be going back for more (my wallet's happy about that!)

L'Oreal Visible Lift Cream Concealer in Fair - $10.29

I've gone through my fair share of brightening under eye concealers- so here is yet another to try and give my two cents on.

 






















Ardell Natural Fake Eyelashes in 116 Black - $6.29

Every girl needs a pair of fake eyelashes for a desperate time of need right?.. right? Well that's how I justified this purchase as I bought it with no specific occasion in mind. Hopefully I will find a place to wear these out to, a special dinner, party- or just to play dress up for an evening.























Value Village Purse - $4.29

A cute, boxy, powder blue satchel with brown leather makes for the perfectly structured and preppy bag. The colours cute for summer time and it carries quite a lot for its size.

Value Village Purse- $4.29

A small patent leather white purse with some metal hard wear - for four dollars and some change! Its a great little piece to carry around for the summertime- the white is timeless and works with almost everything.





















I look forward to using all these goodies for the upcoming months!

- Madi

A Review: Maybelline Eyestudio 24hr Color Tattoo

Tattoos are something a lot of people will love- or hate. However; feelings aside tattoos are artwork permanently inked on your skin. Branding that word on a makeup product can mean one thing, and one thing only- it must be long lasting. The Maybelline Eyestudio line has drawn me in before and has drawn me in yet again. With claims to last up to 24 hours and a wide range of gorgeous shades- I was convinced. Not long after their release I excitedly picked up two shades from the Maybelline 24 Hr Colour Tattoo Eyeshadows, eager to put their name to the test.

The two shades I picked up were 45 Bold Gold from the original line, and 70 Barely Branded from the more recent Metal line. They are potted cream/gel shadows that claim to be super saturated, long lasting, and have a colour that doesn't fade.

Both colours are equally as fresh and vibrant. Bold Gold is a very true gold colour- not to much yellow, not too much orange with a metallic sheen and a few sparkles in the mix. Barely Branded is a soft champaign colour, it's very light with a pinky hue incorporated in the cream base. Both are very pigmented and vibrant- one perfect for night and for day.

70 Barely Branded

45 Bold Gold

The textures are very creamy, but don't always apply the smoothest. With the gold shade, I find that the shadow applies smooth and steady but with clumps of product that can't be blended out. With the lighter shade I find it doesn't apply evenly all over the lid with your finger so I have taken to using a concealer brush to apply it.

Top: Bold Gold 

70 Barely Branded

Wearing both of these shadows with a primer underneath, one creases, one doesn't. Bold Gold stands true to its name and will not budge or smudge throughout the whole day- blood, sweat, and tears- it'll last. Barely Branded on the other hand, I have had trouble with it creasing after 6-7 hours, even with an eyeshadow on top to set it.




















Pro's:
- Drugstore (accessible + cheap)
- Wide Range of colours
- Generally smooth
- Easy application
- Waterproof
- Does not smudge

Con's:
- May clump/flake
- Might crease



Within this range of shadows, there is two lines, the original (Bold Gold) and the exclusive Metal Line (Barely Branded.) They are both contrasting to each other, so it is possible that the formulation was slightly changed when creating the second line.














Although these shadows on me do not entirely live up to their name, they are still beautiful colours that are quick and easy to apply and don't smudge. Even with the slight clumping and creasing I will still use these products as the colours and textures will be absolutely fab for the spring and summer. 24 hr Maybelline colour tattoos, some seem to love them, others hate 'em- I have a feeling I fall somewhere in the middle.

- Madi