Sleek Makeup

I'm always experimenting with new lines and decided to try some items from the Sleek Makeup collection.  I've had the blushes for several months and so far I really like the pigmentation.  The middle color in the Lace ensemble is similar to Nars Orgasm.  The Blush by 3 colors that I picked up are Lace, Pumpkin and Pink Sprint.  They make for great travel sizes.  I also purchased two sleek lipsticks Coral Reef and Peaches and Cream as well as two Pouch Paint - Peachy Keen and Cloud 9.  The Pouch Paints are not meant to be worn alone but instead mixed in with different lip colors to either add some intensity or dilute a strong color.  The lipsticks are of good quality but nothing to rave about.

Le Femme Blushes

I purchased these fabulous le femme blushes a couple of months ago and all I can is MAC has got some serious competition!  The le femme blushes are extremely pigmented and for the price (approx. $3 each pan) it beats the purchase price of MAC blushes by far.   I will definitely consider purchasing more in the future.  I purchased the blush case holder separately.  I made up my own label and placed it on the inside cover of the case so I can keep track of the colors.

NYX Cream Blushes

I recently purchased some NYX Round Lipsticks and with that purchase I also picked up some blushes.  I already owned the NYX Diva cream blush and in this recent purchase I purchased Bronze Goddess (bottom right)  and Orange.  I am a fan of cream blushes because the finish is more luminous.  NYX has a great assortment of blush colors to choose from so you are sure to find a color that will compliment your skin tone.

MAC Matchmaser foundation and Blunt Blush

I recently did a post about the MAC Matchmaster 7.5 foundation but did not purchase one until today.  I tried out a sample from MAC which lasted a couple of days so that I could be sure it was the right color for me and I'm happy to say it was.  It is a medium coverage foundation but the finish resembles a full coverage.  Love this color!  I finally also picked up the MAC Blunt Blush - which is a favorite with just about everyone. I didn't get it sooner because I really thought the color would be too light and not contour enough but it works great!

NYX Lipgloss and Cream Blush

Added more to my makeup collection!  NYX is fast becoming one of my favorite drugstore/department store brands.  I love the lipgloss's and recently purchased the cream blush called Diva and the Mega Shine Lipgloss in Miami Babe and Juicy.    I'm  really loving cream blushes because it leaves a really dewy finish and glow.  The order arrived in a black lace bag which was a nice touch.  The lip and eyeliners are great as well.  I will post all the colors I have at a later date.

Revlon Cream Blush

I am all about a dewy look when it comes to makeup.  I know a lot people prefer a matte look but I think a natural glow looks more flattering.  I picked up a creme blush and it did exactly what I expected.  It just glides on and the finish is almost silky. This particular compact also comes with a mirror.

Mac Blush

Could not pass up this blush from MAC.  I was looking for another color  - Fabulush, and it was out of stock at every MAC retailer that I went to and I did not want to order it online. So I ended up going with this color Raizin  - a youtube vlogger that I watch recommended it.  From the moment I swatched it on my hand I knew it was the right color for me.  Not to mention it is so silky soft when applying.  It gives just the right amount of color as well.

 

 

Physicians Formula Bronze Booster

Decided on trying out a bronzer.  I never where bronzers because of the difficulty finding one that really compliments my skin tone.  I picked up the Physicians Formula Bronzer Booster.  It has a glow activator in it as well.  It is has a high shimmer, so I mixed it in with a baked blush powder from Milani.  I like it, but won't wear it alone and will always apply very light.  I placed it on my forehead, cheeks and nose.  I also tried out the Mac Pro Sculpting Cream as my contour (mentioned in a previous post).  It works great!

Milani Baked Powder Blush

Do not snooze on the Milani products.  The Baked Powder Blushes are very luminious and the colors are stunning.  I have on the Red Vino, but I provided a side by side of the Rose D'oro.  Both colors on dark skin tones are really striking.

I'm Blushing!

I never used to wear blush but now that I'm rediscovery my love for makeup I decided I'm going to go all the way and do a full face application when I make myself up.  I wanted a blush that was illumines so I looked at several brands and ended up purchasing these two for starters.  After trying both I don't know how I waited so long to apply blush.  The Milani baked blush cost $7.00US I purchased this at Sears.  I purchased Iman at Sears as well for $16.00US.  Both go on very smooth and really highlight the cheeks.  You can really apply all over the face for a dewy glow.  Both also came with applicators, but I use an angle brush from my brush kit which is softer and provides at least for me better coverage.