Swatches: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Beauty Exclusives (2018)

Swatches: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Beauty Exclusives (2018)

Still have a couple of kits from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale that I wasn't able to swatch this session, but click the links below to view swatches of the sets I did!

Swatches of Nordstrom Beauty Exclusives:

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The Best & Worst of NYX Nude Matte Eyeshadows

The Best & Worst of NYX Nude Matte Eyeshadows

NYX Nude Matte Eyeshadow ($4.50 for 0.05 oz.) is supposed to be "packed with pigment" with a "soft and smooth" texture for "seamless blending." Most shades had decent to good pigmentation with most being semi-opaque but buildable. The textures were soft, a little drier and dusty, but blendable. ...

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Best & Worst of NARS Full Vinyl Lip Lacquers

Best & Worst of NARS Full Vinyl Lip Lacquers

NARS Full Vinyl Lip Lacquer ($26.00 for 0.17 fl. oz.) is supposed to have "patent shine" and "high-octane color," which is further translated into "mirror-like shine" and "intense color" and has a "moisturizing feel." The applicator is made with two distinct sides; one side "features a reservoir to...

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The Best of Glossier Cloud Paints

The Best of Glossier Cloud Paints

Glossier Cloud Paint ($18.00 for 0.33 oz.) is supposed to have a "pillowy, gel-cream" texture that is "seamless, sheer, and buildable" that is designed to be applied with fingertips to the cheeks for a "healthy, flushed-from-within-glow." Their strength is in their airy,...

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Chanel Clair-Obscur (308) Eyeshadow Quad

Chanel Clair-Obscur (308) Les 4 Ombres Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow ($61.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a new, permanent all-matte neutral palette featuring a light beige, soft taupe, mid-tone brown, and deep brown. All four shades were more subdued, though they were a little warmer,...

Chanel Clair-Obscur (308) Les 4 Ombres Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow ($61.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a new, permanent all-matte neutral palette featuring a...

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Week in Review | July 7th through July 13th

Week in Review | July 7th through July 13th

Happy Saturday! I always enjoy seeing what makes up the week's top ten highest-reviewed products, so I hope you find it somewhat interesting as well! :)

What was your week in review like?

  • My skin tone/coloring:
  • Favorite look you wore:
  • Most used product of the week:
  • Any new beauty discoveries:

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Swatches: LORAC Pro Palette 4 Eyeshadow Palette

Swatches: LORAC Pro Palette 4 Eyeshadow Palette

LORAC Pro Palette 4 Eyeshadow Palette ($44.00 for 0.56 oz.) is the newest in the Pro palette family! It just launched this past week, and here are swatches for your viewing pleasure...

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Flesh Beauty Rise Flesh to Flesh Highlighting Powder

Flesh Beauty Rise Flesh to Flesh Highlighting Powder ($28.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a rich, deep gold with warm, brown undertones and a pearly sheen. It had intense color coverage in a single layer, but I felt like I could use a lighter touch and build up coverage more gradually...

Flesh Beauty Rise Flesh to Flesh Highlighting Powder ($28.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a rich, deep gold with warm, brown undertones and a pearly sheen. It...

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What's your process in figuring out if an eyeshadow palette is working well for you?

What's your process in figuring out if an eyeshadow palette is working well for you?

At this point, I feel confident after using a formula once or twice whether it’s going to be one I’d reach for so when I think about whether it’s an eyeshadow palette that I’d keep reaching for, I really look at the types of shades and finishes. The formula has to be easy to use (pigmented,...

— Christine

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