Tuesday, May 19, 2015

031. | Essie Peach Daiquiri


Essie Peach Daiquiri is a coral cream polish with pink undertones. While not extremely unique, Peach Daiquiri is one of my favorite nail colors for summer. I love that this shade of coral is appropriate for the office, but fun enough for a weekend at the beach. Moreover, Peach Daiquiri has the best formulation out of every Essie polish I've tried. The lacquer applies evenly and smoothly. I use two coats for full opacity. Once applied, Peach Daiquiri lasts for about ten days on my nails with minimal chipping.


What is your favorite nail polish for summer?

Wednesday, May 6, 2015

030. | Rimmel London Natural Bronzer in Sun Bronze


In the past, I haven't had much luck with drugstore bronzers. For the longest time, drugstore bronzers were nonexistent. And when they finally started to appear, they were either too shimmery or weren't the best quality. Recently, I picked up the Rimmel London Natural Bronzer in Sun Bronze. Unlike drugstore bronzers I had seen in the past, this bronzer seemed to be solid in tone and texture. I was nervous because I wasn't able to test it before purchasing, but it ended up being fantastic and is now of my favorite bronzers! Keep reading for details.

Monday, April 27, 2015

029. | Origins GinZing Refreshing Scrub Cleanser


I have a relatively complex skincare routine, which includes separate cleansers for morning and night. In the morning, I like to use a lightweight cleanser that brightens my skin and makes me look more awake. For the past year, I've been using the Origins GinZing Refreshing Scrub Cleanser. I first picked up the product on a whim. I had used and loved other products from the GinZing line, and figured this was worth trying. Since then, I have repurchasd the GinZing Refreshing Scrub Cleanser at least four or five times. Keep reading for details!

Friday, April 17, 2015

028. | Kat Von D Shade + Light Eye Contour Palette


For my final post of #PaletteWeek, I'm talking about the much-hyped Kat Von D Shade + Light Eye Contour Palette. I had heard such good things about this palette from those who had received press samples, that I placed an order on Sephora's website virtually the minute this palette became available. Although I don't have many Kat Von D products, those I do have are absolutely fantastic. All in all, I had extremely high hopes for this product. Keep reading to see how the shadows performed.

Wednesday, April 15, 2015

027. | Marc Jacobs The Lover 220


For the second post of #PaletteWeek, I'm showing a new, limited edition eyeshadow palette from one of my all-time favorite brands, Marc Jacobs Beauty. The Lover 220 is a limited release from the Style Eye-Con No. 7 - Plush Shadow range. This range carries seven permanent eyeshadow palettes, with seven shades in each. The most popular palette, and my absolute favorite palette on the market, is The Lolita 206. (I mentioned this in Current Beauty Obsessions, Vol. 1.) When I spotted The Lover on the Sephora website, I instantly knew I needed it. Keep reading for details and photos.