Revlon Colorburst // Matte + Lacquer balm

Hi! Today, I'll be reviewing the new Revlon Colorburst: Matte + Lacquer balm. I have a matte and a lacquer one to talk about. The first one, which is a matte balm is Unapologetic (matte bright coral). The second one, which is a lacquer balm is Coquette. (glossy soft bright pink with silver shimmer)  The new Revlon Colorburst Balms are very similar to the very popular Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Stain, but not the same textures.

First of, I really like how the packaging matches if it's matte or a lacquer. The application is great plus they are very pigmented. I feel like they don't stay on quite as well as the original balm stains, especially the lacquer one. They have a slight minty smell to it, but not too overpowering.

Unapologetic (matte bright coral): For a matte balm, I really like the fact that its not drying at all. Unapologetic is super bright and pigmented. This one will be perfect for the spring/summer.

Coquette (glossy soft bright pink): This one is great for everyday wear. The only downside is that is doesn't have a good staying power.

Overall, they are very great products. Very pigmented, very easy to work and very pretty shades. The only downside is the fact that they don't stay on for that long...

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Revlon Parfumerie Nailpolish | Wintermint

Hi! LONG time no talk! Wow! I'm super sorry but I have been way too busy to blog or to even think about it! I've missed it so much. In 2014, even if I don't have time to blog I will MAKE the time to blog. :)

So I'm coming back with a review of my favorite nailpolish at the moment which is from the new Revlon Parfumerie collection in Wintermint. Revlon's Parfumerie are scented nailpolishes (and might I add, super cute bottles).

Wintermint immediately caught my eyes as it seems hugely familiar to deborah lipmann's Mermaid Dream. As the bottle is super cute, I was kinda worried about the application since the top is small. But to my surprise, it was really easy to work with. The color is very unique; it's like a seafoam/minty with blue glitters and small gold glitters with a matte finish.

The polish is super easy to work with. After 3 coats, the color was opaque.

For the scented part: it will only smell after your nails are completly dry. This one smells like mint!! Yummy! It doesn't last more than two days though. (sadly)

Overall, it's a great nail polish that smells nice, classy packaging and is very similar to Mermaid Dream by deborah lipmann.

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Favourites | July

Hi beauties! I'm back on track with my favorites. I didn't get the change to do my June Favorites cause I wasn't home. Which made me sad because I love my favorites with ya'll! I can't believe we're already the month of August! I literally feel like Summer just started, so weird! Anyways let's get into what I've been loving for the month of July.

For Summer, I've been loving light, coral and glowy makeup.

|Tarte Amazonian clay 12-hour blush in Tipsy|

 During the Summer, I seem to be using up my corals/orange stuff! Even though I use it all year-long; I find that with a tan it looks G-O-R-G-E-O-U-S! Anyhow this blush is a matte coral, seems like a scary color but it's not.  It's pigmented but it remains somewhat sheer.  Oh, also, how cute is the packaging? If you want to have more information, I have a full review on this product here.

Wet N' Wild Cream Shadow in Pixie: This is one product that I always stop using for a long period of time and then fall back in love with it and wonder why I stopped using it. I love using this cream shadow in the inner corner of my eyes; it makes me look more awake!

|Wet N Wild Blusher in Pearlescent Pink|

Another blush I reach out for during the Summer season. It looks great year-long, but it looks gorgeous with a tan! It's the perfect medium pink color with gold shimmer in it. Just enough shimmer to give you a nice glow. This blush is pigmented and has great staying power. As all the other Wet N' Wild blushes. 

|Revlon Lip Butter in Peach Parfait|

 I just included this Lip Butter in my latest blogpost (here), a medium peachy shade with gold glitter. It's a perfect color for the summer, but it's one of my favorite lipstick of all time!

|Benefit the POREfessional primer|

This primer minimizes pore quickly. The cool thing is that is minimizes my pores even when I don't have it on. So I guess you consider it almost like a skincare product. It has a really nice silky texture. Also, I have a review up on my blog right here.

|Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion|

This is cult favorite in the beauty community. This primer will make your eyeshadow last all day without creasing and also make any eyeshadow appear more pigmented and brighter. 

|Covergirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation|

This is a great foundation for the Summer months, it's airy and light. The mousse-like/whipped texture makes the application super simple. Does not look cakey and it looks very natural; it almost feels as if you have no foundation on. It doesn't change color throughout the day, which is great. The only thing I don't like is that the product goes down so quickly! Haven't had it for that long and I'm almost out of it. I have a full review right here.

|Stila In The Light Eyeshadow Palette|

 I've been wanting this palette for the longest time and I finally got it a few weeks ago. I love it! It comes with 10 shades and a Stila eyeliner in Damsel. I love it! I won't say much about it since I've only got it a few weeks ago and plan on doing a full review on it.

Hope you enjoyed my July Favorites. What did you love in the month of July!?

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Currently loving

Hi beauties! Hope your week has started right. I have a busy week! Ah :( Anyways, today I will be doing a post about things that I have been loving using.

Recently I've been loving natural makeup, using my Revlon Lash Potion mascara, it's a great mascara that gives volume and lenght, I haven't been wearing that much eyeshadow, but instead of using my using my usual black eyeliner I've switched to brown, using Revlon Colorstay Creme Gel Eyeliner in Brown, to be honest it's not the best gel eyeliner I've used. It's not easy to work with and the color won't stick that well. Anyways, I love the look brown gel eyeliner, if you guys have any recommendation please do let me know, cause I really like it! To complete the natural eye look, I've been using Rimmel Scandaleyes in Nude on my waterline. Looks way more natural than white! I just love the look of it. With the same eye look, I've been loving using Revlon Pink In The Afternoon (warm pink shade with a hint of coral) and Revlon Lip Butter in Pink Lemonade (mixture between baby pink and coral/peach shade).

Which beauty products are you currently loving?

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May Favorites

Hi beauties! Kinda late with the May Favorites, but I still wanted to do this post. Monthly Favorites are one of my favorite post to write/read. Also, one of the reason that I haven't blogged for a while is that my computer can't connect to the wireless-whatever-you-call-that properly. It's almost as if other places in the house I can have some wireless but not in my room. I have Windows 8, and tbh, I'm still not quite used to that. I've been using other Windows all my life and they we're all quite similar and W8 is completly different. Ugh.

In the month of May, I haven't really adventured in buying new beauty products. I don't know if I can exactly say this but I'm kinda in a spending ban. I'm trying to rediscover beauty products in my overly excessive makeup collection. But anyhow they are still some new products here. (makeupaddictprob). So enough with the blabbering, let's jump right into May Favorites.

Milani Brow Fix Brow Kit: For the past few weeks, I have been using Revlon Brow Fantasy. But I rediscovered one of my favorites, this brow kit is amazing. I use brow 1 and as you can see I used it alot. It's the perfect shade for my brows and the application is just flawless. 

NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Boho Chic: This is also one of my rediscovered beauty product. I really like cream blushes for Summer and this is one of a few that I own. For a full review, I have one on blog which you can read here.

Wet n' Wild Blush in Heather Silk: This is also one of my love for Summer. It gives a glow/dewy look, which I really like for Summer. This blush is really pigmented so I would suggest you apply it with a light hand. The texture is really soft and buttery. It's a matte plummy pink shade.

Rimmel Scandaleyes in Nude: I'm sure you've all heard about this little gem. I won't say much other than it's the perfect nude color to put on your waterline, looks better and less harsh than a white eyeliner.

Nivea Lip Butter Vanilla & Macadamia: First off, I will start by saying that I'm sad that we only get to have 2 out of the 4 Nivea lip butters. If I base myself off of this one, it's super moisturising and the smell, is divine!

Revlon Pink in the afternoon super lustrous lipstick: This is one of my favorite lipstick for summer, or just one of my favorite ever. This is one of the lipstick that I will repurchase, it's a staple in my collection! It's a warm pink shade with a hint of coral I would say. It is subtle while still being noticeable if that makes sense. Just the perfect color for Spring and Summer. I really like the application of this lipstick.

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Beauty Haul

Hey! So I have not been on a "shopping spree" for atleast a month I would say. But today, I felt like I felt like it was the time I bought myself some pressies!

Here's the 5 things I got.

Revlon Lash Potion Mascara in Blackest Black: I was super excited to see this. I won't lie, the super pretty packaging caught my eyes, don't remember the last drugstore mascara that I saw that was this gorgeous. It's suppose to be a volume and length mascara. I'm planning on doing a full review on it, so I won't say much right now.

Lise Watier Sweet Lips Yummy Lip Balm in Berries: I mean how cute is this packaging?!? They remind me of macaroons! I've used it once and I'm already in love with it. I will do a full review on it. (actually, I will probably do a review of everything here, because I'm super excited about everything.)

Revlon Lip butter in Pink Lemonade: Doesn't the name screams summer? I think so! I'm a big Revlon lip butters fan, so when I saw that they we're coming out with 4 new lip butters; I knew I had to get some. I've seen some swatches online and I knew that it was meant for me. I know I will be wearing it alot during the summertime.

Essence Vintage District Nail Art Decoration Kit: Essence is actually one of my favorite drugstore brand! For the cheap price, it's always high quality and they have different stuff from other drugstores brands! This kit includes 5 different types of decorations, which I cannot wait to try out!

Essence Vintage District Gel Eyeliner Set in Shopping @ Portobello Road: I would describe this as a dark teal color. This gel eyeliner comes with a brush. And as always, lovely packaging from Essence. I really want to try out more of this collection!

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April favorites

Hi lovelies! Crazy how this year is going by! Can't believe it, feels like just yesterday it was January. In the month of April, I've been sick for almost like 3-4 weeks. So glad to be feeling better! So I haven't had the chance to experiment with a lot of makeup, so I'm sorry about that.

Revlon Brow Fantasy in Brunette: I really believe that doing your brows can frame/change your makeup. This includes pencil and a colored brow gel. If you're eyebrows are pale like me, or you just want more definition; this will be your best friend - two steps and voilà! It will make your eyebrows stand more while still looking natural, if that makes any sense.

Rimmel Scandaleyes eyeliner in Nude: This is great to wear on the waterline. It does not stay on all day but there's no eyeliner this color on the market (I think) so for the price, we can't complain.

Maybelline Masterduo by Eyestudio liquid eyeliner: This dual tip eyeliner is great for cat eyes/winged eyeliner. A super pigmented black and glossy eyeliner. You can use either the flat disc side for a thick dramatic line or just turn it around and get a more sophisticated thin line.

Benefit They're Real mascara:  One of my all time favorite mascara. I'm almost out of this and I'm gonna buy the full size once I run out. This is such a jet-black/glossy mascara. Volume/length. The custom-domed is one thing that makes this mascara outstanding: you can get precise applications for those tiny lashes you can't usually get.  

Maybelline Vivids: I love these! They are perfect for Spring/Summer. For now, I have two: Fuchsia Flash and Pink Pop. I don't want to do a mini review right now, cause I plan on doing a full review soon - I want some more! What are your favorites?

Lise Watier: Ombre Soufflé Supreme in Taupe Fantasia: Lise Watier, I believe, is a brand that is only sold in Canada. This, is such an unique product. Never anything quite like it yet: Long lasting eyeshadow part cream/part mousse. It's a light airy formula.

Physicians Formula eyeshadow palette in Nude: This palette comes with 9 eyeshadow, separated by sections of 3 to create 3 different looks, but you can surely mix and match and create your own looks. This palette contains neutral/nude eyeshadows. When you swatch them they don't seem that pigmented but all together they look gorgeous!

Evian Facial Spray: I went through 2-3 bottles of these. I always get great deals on them! This facial spray moisturizes, refreshes and tones. It can also help to fix makeup. This is a great facial spray, especially for the Spring/Summer, I recommend it to everyone.

Hope you enjoyed my April favorites. What did you liked using during the month of April? x

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March favorites

Hi beauties! Wow, already time for another favorites of the month! I feel like this year is gonna go by fast, kinda scary. But anyways, here is the thing I've been loving in March! Hope you enjoy!

Lip products:
L'Oréal Balm Colour Riche in Heavenly Berry: I love berry colored lipstick. This is very sheer so it's great for everyday use and moisturizes at the same time.

Maybelline Color Whisper: This is like a ''my lips but better'' color. It's perfect for everyday use. The formula is light, which is awesome for spring. Love them. I plan on doing a full review on those soon, so watch out for that!

Buxom lipgloss in Creamsicle: If you don't know this yet: I'm a big coral fan. Especially during the Spring and Summer. I really like this gloss.

Rimmel Scandaleyes in Nude: This is pretty much all over the beauty community and for a good reason; it's so pretty on the waterline and it brightens up the eyes.

Wet N' Wild blush in Heather Silk: Really a pretty blush and it adds a nice glow to the skin. Super pigmented also.

Urban Decay Naked Basics Eyeshadow Palette: This is the newest Naked palette from UD, includes mostly matte shades. For some reason, I've been really liking matte eyeshadows and this is a great palette.

Origins Drink Up 10 minute mask to quench skin's thirst: I've been having trouble with dry skin lately. This has been a great for that. I apply it for 10 minutes on clean skin then rinse it off and I have smoother skin. You can also put it on overnight and wash it off in the morning (still need to try that). It has a great smell, also!

Revlon Nearly Naked Foundation in Vanilla: This is a great foundation. Feels light on skin while having some coverage. Great for Spring!

Benefit Watt's Up! Highlighter: This is a great highlighter with a champagne glow. I love how I can notice the glow but it's not too much. I plan on buying the full size when I'm done with my beauty insider gift.

Maybelline Color tattoo in Barely Beige: This is a soft beige color with a golden frost finish! Been using it everyday. Versatile cream shadow.

Lise Watier Ombre Soufflé Suprême in Taupe Fantasia: I think that the brand Lise Watier is a brand you can only get in Canada. This is one of the most unique eyeshadow 'cream' I've seen. It's  long lasting eyeshadow part cream/part mousse. Light airy formula, gives a great glow for luminous eyes. What a great product, Lise Watier!

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion: Who hasn't heard of this amazing product? This is the best primer ever, it makes eyeshadow stay on ALL DAY, absolutely no creasing and makes colors appear more vibrant!

Benefit mascara They're real!: I love this mascara. I will surely buy the full size when I'm out of this. Jet-black, glossy mascara that curls, volumizes and seperates lashes! Volume and length.  What more could you ask for? The custom-domed is one thing that makes this mascara outstanding: you can get precise applications for those tiny lashes you can't usually get.

- Caroline xx

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Revlon - Girly

So today I will be doing a little of possibly one of the cutest nail polish ever, Girly by Revlon.
This milky, pinky lilac color is mixed with glitter of many sizes, shapes and colors. Some of the colors include blue, fuschia, light pink, lilac... and some more that I can't really describe. It's not called girly for nothing I've had mine on for about 3 days and I have not experienced chipping. I was really suprised that Revlon would come up with something like this, it reminds me of more expensive brands like Deborah Lippmann.
The only downside is that it's a sheer polish, you have to apply 3-4 coats so that it can look exactly like in the bottle.
It's such a cute polish. I don't have anything like this in my collection. If you want a super girly nail polish and original , buy this and you won't regret it!

What I got for Christmas (beauty edition)

Hi beauties! Today I will be presenting some of my beauty gift that I thought would interest you guys the most! :) Too Faced La Crème Color Drenched Lip Cream in Naked Dolly

Revlon Colorburst in Pink Ice

FREEMAN Gift Set

Enchanted Wonderstruck by Taylor Swift perfume

Covergirl lipperfection jumbo gloss balm in Ballet Twist

AVON Cream eyeshadow in Sparkling Plum

Revlon Colorstay Smoky Shadow Stick in Torch

I love... lots of bubbles miniature collection of bubble bath

I don't know why but I can't upload anymore picture? Is there a limit of pictures you can upload in a post? If not I could do a second post of the things I couldn't post. Please let me know if you want to.

Anyways, like I said these are some of my beauty gifts that I got that I thought would interest you. I had a lot of beauty products - I think people are starting to know how obsessed I am. I had a beautiful Christmas and I hope you did too. Happy holidays to all of you and I hope you all have a great time with your family & friends.

Also, I got a Sephora gift card and I'm going to see my family out of town where there is a Sephora. So you will probably see a Sephora haul soon! :)

What did you get for Christmas?

Caroline XO

Perfect red lips for the holidays

This Super Lustrous Lipstick from Revlon in the shade Fire & Ice is what I would call a perfect holiday lips. It's such a vibrant and classic red. You can't go wrong with it.

Bordeaux by Rimmel London is a bordeaux color (like the name said it!), if you would like more of a dark look but still have the holiday glamour. This is the one for you.

If you would prefer something more subtle and more easy to work with. This is a great red lipgloss! Essence XXXL shine lipgloss in the shade True Love is super pigmented and super easy to apply. I would say its a must-have for year-round.

Taylor Swift fan? Search no more, in an interview she said that this lipstick is her go to signature red. It's the Covergirl lipstick in Hot. I always wondered what red lipstick Taylor Swift had as her signature look, and now the secret is out!!

Revlon lip butter in Red Velvet, this is a really good option if you're not used to wear dark lips. Because you can sheer it out; like any other Revlon lip butter. It's a darker red but less darker than Bordeaux by Rimmel.

Baby lips by Maybelline are great for people who are only starting to wear lipstick, especially red lips, this is why Cherry Me, is a great color! If you want something not too dramatic for the holidays, but still have a nice touch of color this is the one for you!

Here are some swatches of them all:

A nail design for the holidays

I think that this nail design is a cute design for the holidays season. The nailpolishes I used are Revlon in Gold Coin and Rimmel London Lasting Finish Pro in Black Satin. The design itself is pretty much explains itself! Hope it inspires you. I will try to do more holidays-related post. xo

What's your favorite trends during the holidays season?