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Showing posts with label Natural Makeup. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Natural Makeup. Show all posts

Saturday, June 16, 2012

LoveTrueNatural Benecos Mineral Makeup Review

About loveTrueNatural.com

I have worked with LoveTrueNatural before, and I really love the products they sell. They carry natural products that work wonders. I love that they have the best customer service and are very helpful. If you ever need ANY kind of help you can always email them and they respond very quickly.

This time I received two pieces of mineral makeup from their Benecos Line. I was sent a mineral liquid foundation and a mineral powder foundation. I chose the Nude Liquid Foundation and the light sand powder foundation.

 

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This picture is without the powder foundation (Just the liquid).

Benecos Creamy Liquid Foundation

The liquid foundation goes on very smoothly without looking like it has been caked on. It's coverage is absolutely unbelievable, and it is so creamy and smooth. It covers everything; old acne scars, scars, zits, redness, rosacea.. You name it, they got it covered (literally). The foundation looked like a second skin. It lasted forever it seemed, with no running, no smearing, no coming off in certain spots.

It covers up redness and dark circles without looking like it's covering anything. I had people tell me that my skin was flawless, because they thought I didn't even have makeup on. Most mineral liquid foundation is either very thick or too thin to cover anything. This was the perfect consistency to look natural, yet hide all those spots that don't need to be shown in public.

The makeup is pure vegan and organic and doesn't contain any wheat. I'm not allergic to wheat, so it wouldn't be a problem for me, but some people do and it would be an issue for them. It is a certified organic, and has the label to prove so.

The color I chose is for fair skin, but they have other colors, so you don't have to worry if you have another skin tone. They have something for you as well, and you can get the best coverage available as well.

Benecos Mineral Powder Foundation

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The powder foundation is also exquisite at hiding imperfections. I usually use both at the same time, and it still doesn't look like I have any makeup on. It blends so well with the color of my skin that it just looks natural. This is the way that all makeup should be, although it isn't. I've seen too many references to being rolled in Dorito's on facebook here lately. I have no idea why women and girls think that if they apply a darker toned makeup that their skin tone is automatically going to look tan. It doesn't and their face looks absolutely horrid.

I can get the tanned look and I don't have an olive or medium toned complexion. The trick to this is to use an absolutely amazing mineral makeup. Use the liquid and then the powder foundations, and make sure they are the same color as your skin tone.

Then use a mineral bronzer and a bronzer brush to slightly brush your cheeks and the places where the sun would naturally touch your face. This gives you a suntanned look without looking like an oompa loompa.

Both of these products are wonderful. The liquid foundation is amazing at coverage of all the unwanted redness, scars, black eyes, puffiness, and anything else that doesn’t need to be there. This creamy, lightweight formula does more than a regular foundation without all the icky smells and it cleans up very well.

The mineral powder foundation is great at blending in and making your face look flawless. It doesn’t seep into pores to cause acne like non-mineral makeup. It leaves your face feeling natural and yet beautiful. You don’t look like your makeup is caked up. I love the coverage that this gives and how it doesn’t sweat off in the middle of the hottest part of the day. I don’t have to keep reapplying it.

 

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You should check out their complete line of natural organic makeup

 

About LoveTrueNatural

LoveTrueNatural is a company that only sells organic, natural makeup and skincare products.

Our Ingredient Standard is Simple:

We don’t settle for synthetics…

  • No petroleum based ingredients
  • No synthetic preservatives
  • No synthetic emulsifiers
  • No synthetic fragrances
  • No synthetic colors
  • No animal testing
Natural Products

We believe that skin care and cosmetics should be all natural. Made with pure ingredients that not only offer health benefits, but perform the way you want. We feel that you should never have to sacrifice effectiveness for safety.

Natural Ingredients

We only recommend products made with safe natural ingredients — never any parabens, PEG, phthalates, petrochemicals, synthetic colors or fragrances, or other harmful synthetics. We constantly work to educate ourselves and our customers on the best natural ingredients and latest technologies available to organic cosmetics.

 

Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. The opinions in this post are mine and completely mine.

Thanks for stopping by,

Jessica

 

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Everyday Minerals Makeup Review


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I received some samples from Everyday Minerals, and I couldn’t have been more impressed. They sent me 2 eyeshadows from their pearl collection, and 2 blushes.
They have managed to keep their lids on, which I LOVE. I hate when makeup companies flake on the packaging and makeup spills everywhere. There was and is absolutely no issues AT ALL with these spilling out or getting everywhere.
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In the Garden

The first eyeshadow is “In The Garden”. This is an antique bronze color with a peralescent finish. It offers just the right shade of darkness to be used as an eyeliner, but yet can also be used as a eyeshadow also. I have used it as both, and loved how you can put just a little bit on to give you the sheen shimmer look, or add a bit more to really add some flair to your eye color.
I used these eyeshadows both wet and dry. I put on some makeup primer on my lower and upper eyelids, and let it dry. I then dipped my Pretty Girl Duo Eyeshadow/Eyeliner brush into the eyeshadow. I tap the brush over the tube to remove excess, and then press into the eyelids. The harder you press, the longer it will stay. If you barely brush it on, it WILL come off very easy, but I press hard and it stayed the entire day.
Not only are their shadow colors unique, pretty, and awesome, their names are just as unique. Names like Ado to you, Little Black Dress, Stay Cool, Starlit and more.
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I loved the shimmery color of Hot Chocolate. It isn’t too dark. It looks like a sheer white color when applied. I wore it all day, and never had any problems with it coming off, smearing, or creasing in my lids like some mineral eyeshadows. The best application tricks for mineral eyeshadow is to apply a primer on your upper and lower eyelids before you put your shadow on, and then also AFTER, so it has staying power of a regular eyeshadow. OR, you can dip your brush in warm water, then dip it in the shadow, and apply—the wet look is amazing as well.

Usually when I buy mineral eyeshadows I have to place the tubes of shadow inside a glass jar with a lid so I can put it in my makeup bag. If I don’t the shadow spills out of the tube and gets all inside my makeup bag. I hate when it gets dirty. I try and keep it as clean as possible by grouping mineral eyeshadows together inside the jar. The Everyday Mineral eyeshadows aren’t inside that jar. The tube is very strong. It holds the shadow inside VERY well, so I don’t have to worry about it spilling and getting the bag dirty, yet it’s easy to open.
I really like these shadows and WILL be buying more to add to my collection! “Perfect your pretty by choosing Everyday Minerals' pearl eye shadow. Offering just the right amount of sheen and radiance, pearl shades work well for highlighting and adding a heaven sent dash of vivid color. Light up your eyes with these gorgeous treasures!”



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The two blushes I received were Ambrosia and Snuggle.

Ambrosia is a soft medium-pink shade with a pretty shimmer finish. This is more of a melon type of pink, so it would work on a variety of skin tones. I don’t usually go for pink blushes, but I will say- this one amazed me. It didn’t give me that “clown” look that I hate about pink blushes. It blended in very well to give me a melon shimmer. It’s perfect to wear all year long!
The shimmers in these blushes aren’t over the top SPARKLING that make you look like you are a 14 year old girl trying on your mom’s makeup and putting glitter everywhere. I don’t usually like to wear sparkly blushes, but this isn’t the case. The sparkles in these products give a glowing look more than a over-the-top Glitter.
Perfect for when you're feeling sparkly, take your pick of Everyday Minerals' shimmer cheek color. Soft sparkle illuminate your skin, these glamorous shades make achieving a dazzling look super easy. Picking your favorite shade is the hard part!

Snuggle is a radiant pink with a hint of peach and a dust of sheen. This is a peachy like color (definitely more peach then pink) which is what I like to wear anyway. I love the bronzed, sun kissed look. This isn’t bronzy, but it definitely does look sun kissed and goes on very well. This makes my skin look very healthy and glowing.
You definitely only need a little bit to get the look you are trying for. I just dabble my brush in and swoop it on my cheekbones. It manages to stay on 4-5 hours even outside when I’m sweating and have naturally oily skin anyway. I’ve had these blushes for awhile and haven’t even managed to make a dent in the blush, so it DOES last for a long time!
Give your cheeks a dose of luminous color with Everyday Minerals' sheen cheek color. Specially formulated to define your cheekbones while adding a splash of color, these shades are sheer and gorgeous. Just the right amount of color for nearly ever skin tone!
There are so many more products that I am dying to try from Everyday Minerals. There are so many vivid, beautiful colors of eyeshadows that would look so perfect! They also have an awesome line of brushes that I am dying to try. They have everything from Kuuki Mineral Foundation Brushes, eye shadow brushes, blush brushes, and even duo ended brushes so you don’t have to have TONS of brushes..

aboutEM-PURPLE
Bohemian at heart and eclectic by nature, the soul of Everyday Minerals is deeply rooted in the natural beauty of every woman. We are organic, vegan and eco-friendly, and specialize in an innovative collection of products with a spectrum of over 300 vibrant colors and shades that flatter virtually every skin tone. Innovation is an important ingredient in our recipe for success, as the constant desire to uphold a pioneering sense of creativity is what keeps our ideas and products fantastically fresh.
Born with an organic spirit, founder Carina Menzies believes that all-natural makeup products should not cost a fortune. Carina’s goal is to empower every woman’s inner beauty to shine by focusing on what women love most about makeup: effortless application, long lasting qualities, versatile shades, and most importantly, fun! With Everyday Minerals, women all around the world can access premium quality mineral makeup at an extremely affordable price. One of Carina’s favorite things about running Everyday Minerals is creating new colors, drawing inspiration from nature, art, fashion, and most importantly the vibrant and soulful women of the world. We are constantly evolving as new ideas blossom, and invite you to come along on this naturally beautiful journey with us!
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Disclosure: Everyday Minerals provided me with products for this review. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. No additional compensation was received for this review.

Jessica

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Mineral Hygienics Review

Mineral Makeup Cosmetics

Mineral Hygienics is an all-natural mineral make-up that is made in the United States. It is completely organic—Meaning no talc, no nuts, no dyes or fragrances, No Gluten or Bismuth..

You get 5% cash back on every order, and if you don’t like it ( within 45 days) you can return it.

I love companies that offer your money back if you don’t like their product. This usually means that they are a VERY honest company, and want you to REALLY test it out before making a decision.

With mineral make-up, you have to get it at least a week (if you have never used it before) before saying yay or nay. WHY? It could blend well with certain moisturizers or NOT, you could NOT exactly know how to use the brush and come to realize that once you get the hang of it, that your makeup seems more and more flawless.

I had this issue. I realized that I was putting too much makeup in the lid at first and it was clumping (in spots). And that I was DIPPING the brush and not SWIRLING. For the best results—tap a little makeup in the top of the lid at a time and SWIRL the brush in circles to help it pick up the makeup. The swirling actually warms the minerals and helps it stick to your face longer, smoother, and without all the clumps.. silly me.

I really did like this make-up. I am one to go with the trend of make-up. I try and stick with mineral as much as possible. When I was younger and heard all the horror stories about lipstick being made from dolphin and whale fat—it disgusted  me. I didn’t wear makeup for a VERY long time. Only eyeshadow for the longest.

Since companies are becoming greener, I have started back and am TOTALLY glad. I look flawless everyday (even though my skin is uneven) because of the way mineral makeup makes your skin look. It’s like it forms to your face as a second skin and covers all blemishes without KNOWING you have makeup covering it.

I was sent 6 different colors of the Mineral Hygenics Makeup to try. The 6 were Silk Translucent, Light, Fairly Tan, Medium Light, Medium, and Warm Kiss.

Before putting on any mineral makeup, I suggest getting a makeup primer or a really good moisturizer. If you do this, your makeup will stay WAY longer than if you applied it without.

I tried every single one of these foundations. Every single one of them work amazing well. I WISH I had DARKER skin tone, but I ended up using Medium Light mixed with skin translucent bronzed with warm kiss.

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It created the most beautiful look. It looked sunkissed, natural and you couldn’t even HINT at me actually having makeup on. It didn’t peel off, fade away, or gently disappear. One day I was so exhausted that I even took a nap with this on—I woke up and my face looked EXACTALY the same. I was amazed that my pillow hadn’t made any of it come off.

Now that summer is on it’s way (very fast, if I must say) I am always looking for a way to keep actual sunrays off of my face without having to smother it in sunblock. This makeup has natural SPF ingredients that are chemical free. It protects against both UVA and UVB rays.

This makeup allows your skin to breathe because it doesn’t soak up the natural oils or moisture in your face cells. Most do—and shortly your face can turn into an icky ooey gooey mess—that WILL need to be redone. I can say that for mineral Hygenics that isn’t the case. I took the kids to the park on the hottest day of the week last week and I still didn’t have to retouch up my foundation.

Mineral Makeups (Most of them) claim to be organic (etc).. but ARE they? REALLY? How can you REALLY tell? Look at the ingredients. The less ingredients there are in a makeup, the better off your going to be. The less your going to have to google search.. lol

I do this all the time. I google search stuff to make sure I won’t end up with some horrible rash or something after using it. This makeup has 4—yes FOUR ingredients. Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Iron Oxide, and Mica. Google search THOSE. No harmful ingredients in sight.

This isn’t a makeup that will make your face SHINE. It is designed to mimic the actual “reactions” of skin. So it is designed (as a matte finish) to not give gleam and glare to your face. It actually gives quite an airbrushed look. My face was smooth, soft, and NEVER itched EVER.

This is perfect for every skin tone, whether you are extremely fair skinned, olive skinned, or VERY tan. They have a shade for you. I would suggest getting the starter kit though, so you can test the waters so to speak. I thought I’d use a medium darker and I was SO wrong. That is usually the case with women and their makeup.. So go a little lighter at first and work your way up to a darker shade.. see which one is best for you. They have a section on their website that helps you choose the best color for you.

Medium (My Best Shade)

This is our most popular shade. When exposed to the sun your skin will tan very easily and in most situations you will not burn. You probably do not have skin sensitivity issues. Your neutral or warm undertones will look beautiful in our minerals!

  • Medium Light - Cool to Neutral Undertones
  • Medium - Neutral Undertones

Celebrities that best fit this shade:

  • Pamela Anderson
  • Jennifer Aniston

You should check out their application tips, which are VERY helpful in getting the best coverage.

Really awesome make-up. Organic all the way. Very great coverage, sun protection, no problems with it at all. The only thing I didn’t like about it was the brush. The brush was really scratchy.. I had another brush and used it, and the makeup was awesome. Other than the brush—I love IT!!

Disclosure: Mineral Hygienics provided me with a sample of product for my review but my opinions are my own. This isn’t a sponsored Post.

Jessica

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Saffron ROuge Review ♥ #Mineral

Saffron Rouge
I was very lucky to be able to work with Saffron Rouge.
About
 Saffron Rouge:

Saffron Rouge is the first beauty retailer in the world to focus exclusively on organics.
Offering over 1,000 of the world’s finest organic beauty & aromatherapy products, Saffron Rouge is North America's #1 online destination for organic skin care, cosmetics and aromatherapy.
Founded in 2002, Saffron Rouge is comprised of a group of beauty experts that are passionate about organics. We take great pride in only selling the best and purest beauty products. Our goal is to operate a website where consumers can shop carefree because they know that everything we carry is truly organic.

The Inika Pure Primer.
INIKA Pure Primer
The website states that "INIKA Pure Primer consists of certified organic Aloe Vera Leaf juice, Jojoba and Lemon Myrtle to help offer the skin protection and hydration prior to makeup application.
It creates an even canvas for foundation application and improves the staying power of your makeup.
Containing certified organic essential oils – Lavender, Lemon Myrtle and Jojoba for nourished and hydrated skin, the primer calms and soothes the skin and offers protection and hydration.
Perfect for dry/normal skin, INIKA Pure Primer can be worn alone or under other foundations."

This primer is amazing. You can feel the hydration/moisture of this when you put it on your skin. I have really weird skin. some spot are oily, where other parts are dry. This primer not only helped hydrate the dry parts (where mineral make-up usually flakes off) but it also kept the make up on ALL DAY.
This created an even canvas for me to work on. It go on smooth like a lotion or regular moisturizer. The makeup seemed to glide on instead of ball up and end up coming off after awhile. This is a certified organic primer, which makes it 10x better than regular. All the natural products do WONDERS for your face!! Loved it♥
The Inika Natural Perfection Concealer
INIKA Natural Perfection Concealer
INIKA Natural Perfection Concealer is perfect for camouflaging imperfections in the skin. The light whipped mousse texture blends easily creating a flawless base. It hides blemishes, dark circles and pigmentation and helps to even out skin tone. Light reflecting properties reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
This concealer comes in 2 different colors, which are light and medium,

I received the medium concealer sample. I liked it, although it didn’t cover ALL of the blemishes I was hoping to cover. It was a little more liquidy that I expected, but it DID cover up the different parts of skin on my face (color spots). It didn’t cover up acne though. I had a zit I was hoping to cover up, and it didn’t do the trick. I could still see the redness of it, which I was trying to cover.
After I put the liquid and mineral foundations on, it WAS gone. It may have been just because I have really deep pores. I always have. So I read the website on application and it said you could apply this AFTER foundation, so I did. I tried to cover up that same zit, and guess what- IT WASN’T noticeable at all.
So, if you are trying to cover up color spots, use the concealer BEFORE, if you are trying to cover up acne, you can use it AFTER to do the trick. . It went on smooth, nice, and very silky. You can either use your fingertip or brush (I recommend the brush) to apply this. You can apply this before or after your foundation (or alone).
This was VERY good at covering dark circles under the eyes. It seems I always have them now. To be able to get any work done, I have to stay awake after the kids go to sleep because through the day they are like very hyper tornado’s tearing through the house, and I don’t get any time alone. There is a downside to staying up late- Dark circles that make the overall appearance of your face look grey and diminishing. This worked greatly to cover up the fact that I am a night owl and barely get any sleep. =)
The Inika Mineral Foundation
INIKA Liquid Mineral Foundation
From the Website “INIKA Liquid Mineral Foundation is packed full of organic antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Formulated with certified organic ingredients that provide intense hydration while smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, it blurs the line between moisturizer and foundation.
Aloe vera leaf juice and jojoba are combined with shea butter, calendula, argan and chamomile oils to soothe, hydrate and moisturize the skin, especially after sun exposure. Tamanu oil is added as a powerful anti-microbial agent and is known to help aid with the appearance of scarring, pigmentation and sunburn. Macadamia nut oil nourishes the skin. Renowned antioxidant green tea extract is known to help diminish the appearance of wrinkles.”
This liquid mineral foundation comes in 4 colors (Beige, Cream, Honey, and Tan). I received a sample of HONEY, and was absolutely thrilled with it. It felt like a second skin. I didn’t have problems with it being darker or lighter in certain spots. It held on and stayed longer than any other liquid foundation I’ve ever used (including non-mineral).
Most liquid foundations (and non-liquids) made me look like I had layers and layers of makeup on even though I didn’t. I hated that. I would have to put lotion on over top of it and gently pat with a towel or washcloth until it evened itself out.
My skin felt fresh and supple. I didn’t even feel like I even had makeup on. Which is a total PLUS. I hated high school where so many girls looked like they had rolled in doritos. There makeup was VERY visable and not their skin color. With this foundation, you don’t have to worry about that. It blends in very well to the skin and covers up old acne scars. I don’t have many and they aren’t deep, but I hated putting concealer on them and then putting makeup on.
What an awesome foundation. I absolutely love it, and WILL be adding it to my daily makeup from now on. Beautiful skin, beautiful face all because of a simple foundation!!
The Inika Mineral Powder Foundation
INIKA Mineral Foundation
INIKA Mineral Foundations are a concealer, foundation and powder in one with the added benefit of SPF15 protection. You can achieve an absolutely flawless finish without clogging pores or irritating skin. The foundations are not diluted with cheap fillers and harsh chemicals, making the pigments very dense and pure.
The purity of INIKA Mineral Foundations also makes them a fantastic choice for people with skin conditions such as acne, scarring, rosacea or pigmentation. The pure pigments provide a simple and effective way of covering these conditions.
Minerals are inert, stunting the growth of bacteria. Titanium and zinc oxides contained in INIKA Mineral Foundations have soothing and calming properties for the skin. Mica reflects light from the face, creating a soft, smooth and more radiant skin. Mica contains hypo-allergenic properties that help cover up the appearance of redness.
Only a very small amount of product is required to achieve natural and beautiful coverage. Your foundation will last longer than ever before. The foundations are gentle enough to use after cosmetic and facial procedures. They are water resistant, so you don’t have to worry about your foundation moving if you perspire. All this achieved with such a light finish that you won’t even feel like you are wearing makeup!
INIKA Mineral Foundations are 100% certified vegan and certified cruelty free and suitable for all skin types.
Available in 8 different colors, so you can find the perfect match for your skin tone. I received PATIENCE, which is a medium type foundation. This is a miracle product. It goes on smoothly, which is a plus. Usually I have a problem with mineral foundations rubbing off in my dry areas and having to reapply later in the day on my oily parts (combo skin).
This product never ONCE failed me. I used nothing but this.!! I have to say- I was amazed once again!! It didn’t fade away after an hour like most minerals. You couldn’t tell I even had makeup on, which was AWESOME. Who doesn’t want perfectly flawless skin that actually looks REAL?
I didn’t want it to look like I had makeup caked on my face or have a discoloration, and I didn’t. It is VERY close to my skin color, although it is a litter darker (but what I wanted). Even though it IS slightly darker than my natural skin, you can’t even tell. I just didn’t want to get something that was going to make me look pale and sick all the time (so I tend to always go slightly darker) as I can always add a little moisturizer to it if it is TOO dark. But I never had that problem with INIKA. All the products  I received I was VERY impressed with and WILL feel slightly less of a person if I don’t get them in the future.
I mean, HEY, who can go from the best of the best to NOT the best? LOL

The Inika Mineral Bronzer
INIKA Mineral Bronzer
Use INIKA Mineral Bronzer bronzer to create a sun-kissed glow. The bronzers are inspired by the feeling you have when your skin is kissed with a natural glow from the hot summer, sand, longer days and wearing your favorite summer dress and heels. This product exudes the freshness and playfulness that comes from this bright, warm, happy season. With INIKA Mineral Bronzer, you will look like a sun goddess without the tan lines!
This Mineral Bronzer is available in 4 colors.

I received the Sunloving Mineral Bronzer, and fell in love (& lust). I used this all over my body to create a bronzed look. I have tanned skin, but my legs usually go un-tanned. I gave up the tanning bed long ago.. This gives me the glow I need without having to subject myself to harmful UV rays.
Start with a tiny amount and work up the layers from there. It is easier to add than to try and buff out if you have used more than what you should. I put some in a small bowl and mixed it with lotion, and used it as an all over body tint. Works very well. Just what I needed.♥ It isn’t too orangey or look fake tanned.
On your face you just buff on with the fantastic vegan kabuki brush to see the tan building evenly on your skin. You can choose to apply it to your cheekbones, nose, and chin- or add it all over your face. Goes on very smooth and gives such a natural beautiful color.
(TIP) You may want to use a separate brush for your bronzer and actual mineral foundation. I messed up and used the same brush at first and it didn’t work out too well for me. I wanted to add my mineral foundation and THEN add the bronzer, but the Kabuki brushes are SO awesome that they hold the foundation/bronzer deep in the brush.. so make sure to rinse and dry the brush or get another brush all together.
Suki Eye Shadow and Concealer Brush
Suki SUKI Eye Shadow & Concealer Brush
This large application brush uses high quality, cruelty-free fibers allowing for easy application of eye shadow and concealer.
Are you tired of dealing with a concealer that leaves your face uneven and your hands all yuck? No more. This brush is the answer for you. You have ultimate control over WHERE your concealer/shadow goes without making a mess of yourself.
It is VERY worth it to get high quality brushes. Rubbing make-up on with fingers or the applicators that come with it is just NOT the same. Putting makeup on with the applicators will usually leave your shadow/concealer at risk for coming off very soon or crumbling.
Using this brush was AMAZING. I used this as both shadow and concealer brush as well as to put on the liquid mineral foundation. I LOVED how this brush felt against my skin. It feel practically like silk. It ISN’T made of animal hair though. It is all natural organic brush that makes you FEEL classy all through the day.
I tried both. Using the brush and NOT using it. I could tell a HUGE difference. My fingers were sticky when I didn’t use the brush, my makeup looked clustered in spots, and just overall looked amateur. Using the brush made me feel like my makeup was airbrushed on.
I felt my face OVER and OVER and just couldn’t grasp the fact that I actually had makeup on. It was AWESOME. I loved everything about it. The fact that it’s natural and that it gives me smooth, beautiful, and pulled together makeup. =)

Inika Kabuki Brush

Inika Kabuki Brush is made from 100% synthetic materials and wood from sustainable forestry. Specifically designed to use with vegan minerals, this brush creates an air brushed finish.
To protect brush, cleanse regularly using a chemical-free shampoo. Lather and rinse until the water runs clear and stand the brush to dry naturally overnight.

I have had this brush for about a month now, and I love it. Usually short brushes like this tend to lose their hair and don’t work very well after awhile. The bristles are ALL still intact and it hasn’t even shed one bristle. It is very soft to the face and soaks up the mineral powder/bronzer very well. I didn’t have to keep swirling it around inside the containers to collect more powder/bronzer.
You just circulate it over your face and the powder makes it way back to the tip of the brush to give me an overall healthy looking face. It is thick but not scratchy like many other brushes that I have used. It gives flawless beautiful skin, without all the clumping in spots while missing others.
I was VERY impressed. You tap the foundation or bronzer into the lid of the container and swirl it around. This heats up the minerals and gives you a better application for a longer wear.
As with any brushes, you need to keep them clean for a better use. If you don’t bacteria could grow inside your brushes and eventually break your skin out. This brush is VERY easy to clean. I get a small bowl and fill it up with warm/hot water, (I then use natural shampoo or body wash) to clean it, and then rinse with cool water. Then lay it on a towel for an hour or so and then put it back where it goes. (Or you could wrap it in a baby washcloth or dishcloth and put it up, but you do want to give it some air)..
Keeping your brushes clean not only help your skin (keeps your skin cleaner, clearer, and free from break –outs) but it will help your brush last way LONGER. I definitely recommend dipping into those pockets and going for something that costs a little extra because you GET a LOT extra.
EVERY single product that I received from Saffron Rouge was high quality products that last longer than so many others that are the same price or even higher. I loved them. Loved the companies customer service. They were very nice, quick to respond, and very helpful. Shipping was very fast and VERY cute. It came wrapped in a silk red ribbon for elegance. Who DOESN’T want to open something THAT elegant and beautiful? This company definitely goes the extra mile to make the customer happy- VERY happy =)
More about the company:
In order for a product to be sold at Saffron Rouge, it must meet the following criteria:
  1. It must have at least one of the organic body care certifications, or provide sufficient evidence to Saffron Rouge that they are using certified organic content as much as possible.
  2. Saffron Rouge considers products that contain even one Black List™ ingredient not acceptable for sale.
This way we can guarantee that all the products available at Saffron Rouge are free of toxic synthetic ingredients, synthetic colors, fragrances and preservatives, and are never tested on animals
Connect with them on Facebook, Twitter, and their Blog.
Discloure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% mine, and not influenced in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.

Jessica Renee

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Emani Minerals Review

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My Review:
0353 Drama QueenI got to review the 0353 Drama Queen lipstick from Emani Minerals. =) Emani has nothing but organic, natural make-up. Chemical free makeup that provides long lasting wear, with high quality product.
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I don’t usually go for bright lipsticks, but I have been feeling bold lately. I usually use  peach/light pink/light brown lipsticks. A GIRL has to have something dramatic in her lip wear, doesn’t she?  I felt I did. I had only chose lip glosses or light colors (as mentioned before). With this lipstick, I feel GLAMorous. Extremely classy and like I could take on the world. No wonder so many women wear bright lipsticks.
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This lipstick is AMAZING, and nothing less. It feels so moisturizing, like a chap stick but has a sheen of a colored lip gloss. The color is wonderful, bright, and eye-catching. The formula they use is awesome, it stays on for a long time. Doesn’t wear off, and it doesn’t run.
This year my New Years Resolutions were many, but on top of my list was to go greener. I wanted to switch to mineral makeup, green cleaning products, recycle more…etc.
The reason I wanted to switch to mineral makeup is because our bodies are our temples. Using natural makeup prevents chemicals from entering your body. Skin DOES not block chemicals from entering your body, it actually absorbs it. So natural body products, hair products, and makeup products were my main thing this year.
I was glad to run upon Emani. Their products are 100% natural vegan. Makeup products with chemicals in them have been shown to give women an increased risk of cancer, infertility, and hormonal dysfunction. Their products are also paraben free  Why risk it when you don’t have to?
Thinking about what goes in your body is on your mind.. now what goes ON it should be also.
This company is also animal friendly. They do not test their products on animals, their products are made from plants, and their brushes do NOT contain animal hair.
I would love to try the 0354 Luscious0354 Luscious next. =)

Hydrating Lip Color
Emani's vegan-friendly lipstick is made of 100% natural ingredients and 80% organic extracts, this creamy formula infuses vitamins right onto your lips. It’s enriched with natural oils to nourish your lips, keeping them soft and kissable.
You can find the ingredients HERE
Price: $16.00
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They carry all vegan products including foundations, eye shadows, bronzers and lipsticks. Emani is proud to be a part of Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. Courtesy of www.safecosmetics.org
I love their Where to Start page. If you aren’t sure what color you should choose, or how to go about buying for your skin type- this is where to go♥
Below is a sample of medium skin tones. They offer you a suggestion of liquid foundation, pressed foundation, crushed foundation, pressed blush, bronzer, eye shadow, lip stick, lip shine, and brow & liner.♣
Pressed Foundation:
291 Ginger

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Liquid Foundation:
1012 Golden Amber

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Crushed Foundation:
273 Sand

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Pressed Blush:
1029 Gasolina

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Bronzer/ Illuminator:
297 Copacabana

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TRIO EYES:
245 Trio Feeling Blessed

245 TRIO FEELING BLESSED
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Hydrating Lip Color:
355 Dolce

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Organic Lip Shine:
1120 Rock Groupie

1120 ROCK GROUPIE
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Brow & Liner:
713 Enzo Eye Duo Colors

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here you can see before and after pictures of how well the makeup blends and covers.

About:
Emani Minerals products are vegan & gluten friendly, cruelty free, not tested on animals, and the paper goods are biodegradable and 100% recycled (25% post & 75% pre-consumer).
Emani chooses to use certified organic ingredients from plant or flower extracts in our formulations, we combined these extracts with key ingredients such as mica, titanium dioxide and iron oxides. Mica is a transparent mineral which is mined from the earth. It can be opalescent and sparkling or completely matte. It is often treated with iron oxides to yield brilliant color effects. Iron Oxides are natural oxides of iron that is combined with oxygen, varying in color from red to brown, black to orange or yellow, depending on the degree of water added. Titanium Dioxide is an inert earth mineral used as a thickening, whitening, lubricating, and sunscreen ingredient in cosmetics. It protects skin from UVA and UVB radiation and is considered to have no risk of skin irritation.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% mine, and not influenced in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.

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Friday, February 24, 2012

Pretty Girl Makeup Review


Pretty Girl MakeupBath and Beauty Products - sugar scrubs - bath bombs - soy candles - makeup - lipsticks - eye shadows and more
About Pretty Girl Makeup



With clever names such as Rich HusbandParty Shoes, and Pretty Girl LunchPretty Girl has succeeded in developing a full line of fabulous cosmetics that give every girl just want she wants in the form of beauty, while bringing a smile to her pretty face.  Pretty Girl celebrates everything that is fun and unique about being a girl, no matter what her age!  
Developed by celebrity FORD makeup artist, Christina Flach, along with her team of some of the most experienced chemists and industry experts, Pretty Girl’s products deliver results with wearable makeup that always work well on their own or as a compliment with some of your other favorite products.  According to Mrs. Flach, “As women, we always like to try and experiment with different colors to express our mood or feelings and I know that with Pretty Girl we have something that every girl and woman can relate to and express herself with.” 



Pretty Girl Makeup offers high quality lipsticks, lip gloss, blushes, bronzers and eyeshadows. We also offer bath products such as bath bombs, sugar scrubs, soy candles and gift packages. Pretty Girl is all about fun. It celebrates everything that is fabulous about being a girl! I have worked hand in hand with industry experts to produce the highest quality product available, combining vitamins, minerals, and essential oils.
I got to review 3 products from Pretty Girl Makeup. Aloe Vera Shea Butter Cream, Lip Gloss Treatment, and the double-ended smoky eye brush.

Aloe Vera Shea Butter Cream

Yummy Mummy Vanilla Sugar Scented Shea Butter Cream
Vanilla Sugar Scented
Yummy Mummy Vanilla Sugar Aloe Vera Body Cream is loaded with soothing Aloe Vera and Shea butter to give your skin the nourishment it needs to stay extra pretty! Ideal for pretty mummies on the go to help with stretch marks, tired swollen feet and dry skin.
I received a small sample jar of the Cream. It looks like a tiny moisturizer tube or lip cream. The lid stays on very well. So if you want to throw this in your purse, to use for later, you don’t have to worry about it spilling out everywhere.
Although I don’t have stretch marks on my stomach, I do have them on my boobs. I went from a small B to a large C while pregnant with Adisyn. Although I wish I could have kept them =), They went back down after the pregnancy, and left marks.
This smells like it would be a lip balm or something, because it smells so wonderful. It rubs in easily, and isn’t gooey or too thick. You can smell it all day. I used it to rub on my hands and feet as well as the stretch marks. This can also be used to help sunburn in both mommies and babies.
This was amazing as a dry skin ointment. Vanilla Sugar amazement! ♥

Pretty Girl Lip Gloss Treatment
Comes in 4 fabulous shades that are suitable for all skin tones. A wonderfully heavy gloss with a long lasting formula that allows lips to stay glossy through all your Pretty Girl activities: lunch, business meetings, workouts, shopping, being mommy, cocktails and romantic dinners! Not only does this gloss provide a seductive sheen of color, it gives lips a moisturizing treatment.
Oh Honey! is the one I received. It is the perfect shimmery gold, and is named after Karen from Will & Grace. (I adore the show, and especially love Karen). It is made with Macadamia Nut Oil, Olive Oil, Shea Butter, and Grape Seed Oil. So it is only made with all natural products. =)
I just recently started wearing lipstick. I didn’t use it before because I couldn’t find the perfect shade. Pinks and Reds just aren’t my thing. Then I found a light brown shimmer that really brings out my face complexion.
The lipstick said it had built in moisturizers, but after only an hour or so, I felt it dry out. So I was reapplying it and adding chapstick or lip gloss on top. Most lip glosses make the lipstick run. This lip treatment doesn’t.
I add this lip treatment on top of the lipstick and I am set all day. The lip stick was kind of dry before, but with the lip treatment- it is moisturized and keeps my lipstick on very well.
You can also use this without a lipstick to get the perfect lip gloss look. It is quite thick, but that’s the answer. That’s how it doesn’t run and doesn’t fade within 30 minutes.
Double-Ended Smokey Eye Brush
Double-Ended Smokey Eye Brush
Two-in-one tool that you can use as an eyeliner to line the upper and lower lashes,the other end to add shadow in the crease of the eye or all over the lid.
This was my favorite product. I have a ton of mineral eye shadow, but the brushes weren’t holding onto the eye makeup very well. If you have ever put mineral eye shadow on without the right tools, you probably ended up with eye shadow on your face.

I did, it would drop onto my cheeks, or under my eyes. And if I already have face makeup on- I don’t want to have to try and wipe off the eye makeup and re-do my entire face and eye makeup.
This brush is AMAZING. It held onto the mineral eye shadow extremely well. I didn’t have drops on my cheeks or under my eyes. Only where it was supposed to go.
I loved that I could flip it and use the straight edged side for eye liner. I have a pretty gray (smoke out) I use on my lids and then use black (black death) for the liner. I was never actually able to use black death all that much because it was too much as an eye shadow, but is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME as an eye liner.
This tool lines PERFECTLY. All you do it dip it in the mineral eye shadow and then press to the lining of your eyelashes.
I will NEVER give this up- EVER. I love it too much. This is the perfect tool for using with mineral makeup.
Buy It: You can purchase Pretty Girl Makeup right on their website! The lip gloss I reviewed is $18, The Brush $26, and the Aloe Vera Yummy Mummy Cream $27 for the 8 ounce.
Make sure you don’t forget your best friend, mom, or sister on their birthdays or Christmas. They have an awesome gift box packages for each one. =)
Shipping was very fast, reliable, and everything was just the way it was supposed to be. Customer service was very friendly and quick to respond. I loved everything about the company.

All Made.By.Jess Readers get 25% off. use the word pretty in checkout area

Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. This is my own opinion of the products I received. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
I want to thank Pretty Girl Makeup for working with Made.By.Jess

Jessica

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