Hashtag... No Filter!

      "No filter, just camo." That's the catch-phrase of the new E.l.f. Camo CC Cream. I received a full size tube to test out from Influenster, and y'all already know I ripped open that box and got right to testing it! A little background information you might care about... the Camo CC Cream is formulated with collagen, peptides, and niacinaminde. Collagen is a protein found in the body naturally that helps with suppleness (among other benefits); peptides are small chains of amino acids... which are also naturally occurring in the body and benefit many aspects of it, especially when it comes to the skin; and niacinamide, which is a form of vitamin B, is exceptional for acne.

     Moving on, this product also contains broad-spectrum SPF 30, and just incase you didn't know... you need sunscreen (even when it's cloudy). There are currently 20 shades in the range and it is full coverage with a natural finish. Lets move on into the photos and incite, shall we?

     Packaging? A+. It is user-friendly, sleek, and I love the pump... it makes it so much more sanitary! As for the color, I selected and received shade Fair 120N (with neutral [N] beige undertones). I think this is a great color for me. It appears quite yellow in the camera swatch; however, it is a true neutral because I see both yellow and pink undertones depending on where I am standing in natural light. It blends out like a dream and feels velvety soft without any tackiness. It definitely has a natural finish. It does not appear matte or dewy, but it isn't a satin either. I'm actually very impressed with this. You can check out the Camo CC Cream on Elf Cosmetics website, where they provide swatch photos and I must say... it is very inclusive toward deeper skin tones... so hats off to you, E.l.f.! You can, of course, also find E.l.f. Cosmetics at Ulta and your local drug store!

     Have you tried this product yet? If so, what was your opinion of it? Pros/cons? Let me know in the comments!

The Dream Team

    

    

     Hello. Good day. Happy end of the year! I am here to share the ultimate body dream team! I love Soap and Glory so much. If you have not tried it, these are the must haves... absolute must haves. The scent... holy macaroni... it is heavenly. 

     The 'Clean On Me' body wash is my numero uno holy grail from them. It makes me feel like pure silk and I smell like ... wow. I also love the exfoliator ('Scrub of Your Life'). I use this at least once a week and after that, it's time for 'The Righteous Butter'! In total combination, I just cannot stop sniffing myself. I smell so dang good. Too good, even. Lastly, 'Heel Genius' gives you baby soft feet. It does not have a noticeable scent, but girl... it works!

     Though this brand used to be in Sephora... they can now be found at Target, Ulta, and probably your local drug store. I love the change up. Have you ever tried Soap & Glory products? If so, tell me your favorite!

Clean On Me: Click Here

Scrub of Your Life: Click Here

The Righteous Butter: Click Here

Heel Genius: Click here

QVC Beauty Advent Calendar 2019

     Here it is, y'all... the QVC Christmas Tree (actually, it's a beauty advent calendar, but... nevertheless, a Christmas Tree from QVC)! There are 24 beauty items in total-- so one behind each of the 24 cut-outs. Day by day I will be opening each one and updating this blog post to showcase what is behind each magical little door! I have never done an advent calendar before, so to say I am excited is an understatement. Let the poppin' and pullin' begin!

Day 1

Le Mini Macaron Gel & Nail Polish Removal Wraps

(This could be Day 4... Day 1 & 4 ended up slipping into the same pocket)

Day 2

Bare Minerals Eyeshadow in Bare Skin

Day 3

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye in Light-Medium

Day 4

Unwash Bio-Cleansing Conditioner

(This could be Day 1... Day 1 & 4 ended up slipping into the same pocket)

Day 5

Azure Lux Charcoal & Pearl Nose Strip

Day 6

Dr. Lancer Polished Sampler

Day 7

Sigma E65 Small Angle Brush

Day 8

Peter Thomas Roth Firm Peeling Gel

Day 9

Minetan Gradual Tan Color Extender

Day 10

Better Than Sex Mascara

Day 11

Hey Honey Honey Silk Serum

Day 12

Amazing Cosmetics Concealer

Day 13

Belle Beauty Shero Shadow Stick (Pink Shimmer)

Day 14

Skinfix AHA Renewal Cream

Day 15

James Read Gradual Tan Sleep Face Mask with Retinol

Day 16

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream

Day 17

Tova Signature Fragrance

Day 18

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream

Day 19

Adesse Age Defying Nail Treatment

Day 20 

Skinny & Co. Peppermint Oil Pulling

Day 21

Wen by Chaz Dean Lavender Re-Moist Hydrating Hair Mask

Day 22

Sunday Riley Lactic Acid Treatment

Day 23

Smashbox Super Fan Mascara

Day 24

Sphynx All-In-One Portable Razor

     ...and that's a wrap (or un-wrap for this matter)! This advent had so many goodies that I've already dabbled into. If QVC releases another advent next year, I highly recommend you check it out. It's fun for any beauty lovers... if they have patience! I controlled myself to the best of my abilities to open up a daily surprise. I can't even pick just one favorite from the tree... but I loved getting the portable razor, the FAB Ultra-Repair Cream (I already own two tubs and a mini of this... it's the best), the mini mascaras, and the nail treatment by Adesse! What do you think is the best goodie received?



Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored & all opinions are my own!

Happy 2018 Birthday, Beauty Insiders!

     Every year Sephora offers birthday gift options for their Beauty Insiders. You can become a "beauty insider" by joining the free program that Sephora has! The program allows for customers to build points, which can be redeemed for some nice samples throughout the year, and of course you get a birthday gift (the whole reason we are writing this today)! I can recall two Nars lip crayons being one, a face mask and face wash by Fresh being another... but this year there is a cleansing mud and face primer by Glam Glow and the little kit I chose by Bite Beauty!

     Inside the Bite Beauty kit you get a sample of the Agave Sugar Lip Scrub and the Agave Lip Balm, as well as a mini Amuse Bouche Lipstick in the color Chai, and a Matte Creme Lip Crayon in the color Glace! I felt like this was definitely the better value, plus the colors of the lippies are universally flattering for all skin tones (see the photos below). The Amuse Bouche Lipsticks are super pigmented and hydrating... definitely one of the more comfortable lip products on the market! The Matte Creme Lip Crayons are also comfortable and do not have the sheen-y finish of the lipsticks, but they are not transfer-proof or drying like some other options out there! 

     I happen to be a fan of Bite Beauty and I am actually obsessed with this little kit. The Amuse Bouche Lipstick in Chai is in the nude family with a neutral/warm, dusty undertone that picks up more of a brick hue next to the Matte Creme Lip Crayon in Glace. The Glace colored crayon is a dusty mauve shade, which again falls somewhere in the nude lip family. It is more on the neutral/cool side of the spectrum... but so beautiful! If you aren't a Beauty Insider... go sign up so you can get your hands on this freebie! If you already are one... at least now you know you need this when it comes time to choose!

[Left is Chai (lipstick), Right is Glace (crayon)]

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored & all opinions are my own!
(This post was originally published on my previous blog forum, which I have since gotten rid of. You will now only find my blog posts here on BlogSpot/Blogger)!

Lush-ious

     This past Christmas I received two lush sets from my coworkers (I hope they don't think I smell), and I opened them up right away! I am not a person who ever goes into Lush... I just use the original Dove soap bar, but I was excited to get these two sets because they looked super intriguing. I have already used both multiple times and I might have to say... I think I might become a Lush shopper! The products are handmade, not tested on animals, and 100% vegetarian (some are even labeled for vegan users)! I like the concept of lush... handmade and animal-friendly products for everyday use. Now, lets talk about what I got!

     The first set I received was the Fabulous gift set which includes Ro's Argan body conditioner, the Comforter shower cream, and the Butterball bath bomb. The Comforter shower cream is  d e l i c i o u s . It is a "blend of sweet cassis and creamy fair trade vanilla absolutes" that create "a yummy blackcurrant aroma." After using this, I hop into bed and smell my way to sleep. It is a warm, soft fragrance and it really is a comforting scent. As for the Ro's Argan body conditioner... this can get greasy real quick. I like to use this solely on my legs and only after I shave. It is a great rinse-off conditioner, but you can definitely go overboard and feel like an oil slick... so watch it! The bath bomb I have yet to use because none of my drain stoppers work. Anyone want to offer me up their bathtub? I am taking names!

     Then second set I received was wrapped up in a cute holiday "knot-wrap" scarf... and I love scarves! It is the Evergreen set which includes the Hidden Mountain soap bar and the Lord of Misrule shower cream. The Hidden Mountain bar is described as "a grounding blend of ho wood oil, lavender oil and oakmoss" which smells so lovely. My favorite of all the items is probably the Lord of Misrule shower cream. It has "black pepper, patchouli and vanilla" which is an amazing combination. I love masculine smells and the woodsy undertones in this really pull on my heart strings. It is more of an awakening scent versus the Comforter which is literally like a blanket!



Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored & all opinions are my own!
(This post was originally published on my previous blog forum, which I have since gotten rid of. You will now only find my blog posts here on BlogSpot/Blogger)!