These days, it has to be pretty compelling — like 20% or higher, free shipping, etc. I also prefer brands that release their deals ahead of time instead of holding them back until they’re live so that I can plan where and how I want to spend my money. If you’re going to be tight-lipped, then...
As more and more brands participate, it can get overwhelming and feel like just too much… that I almost end up opting out because I don’t know where my money should go! I also get annoyed when brands are more opaque about their offerings so you don’t feel confident buying on Black Friday because Cyber Monday offers might be better… I’d just rather consistent messaging for the weekend period or else offering very different deals on the respective dates.
— Christine
For me, having a specific goal in mind as to why I need to not spend money on X helps a lot. It can sometimes be useful to think of spending dollars in terms of how many hours you have to work to spend that (and that often makes it less appealing to buy!). If there’s a place that’s too...
Tarte Tarteist PRO Remix PRO Palette ($49.00 for 0.70 oz.) is a new, limited edition palette that features 17 very, shimmery shades and three more matte shades (one is more semi-matte to satin). It'll be available for sale again soon, so here are swatches in advance...
Here’s a look at the most loved and most wanted products from the past week, plus three recently submitted looks! You can check out more looks from community members and myself here, or you can submit your own!
I think what’s important is to try and practice getting into the habit of just NO impulse purchases allowed (if it’s concerning for your financial goals or they often turn out to be regrets) and have a mental checklist of when/how a product can be purchased, e.g. read five reviews, wait a week,...
NARS Duo Eyeshadow ($35.00 for 0.08 oz.) include two shades in the brand's updated formulation. You can read my overview of the formula here. My personal favorites:Â Alhambra, Isolde, Kauai, Surabaya, Underworld, and Silk Road.
Note: The single eyeshadows received a more noticeable price drop (from $24 to...
NARS Eyeshadow ($19.00 for 0.04 oz.) is supposed to have "rich, high-impact color" that is "lightweight" and has "increased blendability." Like most larger ranges, there are winners and losers, and some of how they perform can be related to the type of finish. The mattes are soft, slightly dusty in...
NARS Hardwired Eyeshadow ($22.00 for 0.04 oz.) are a wet/dry formula that "can be applied dry or with a dampened brush for stronger intensity." It is a very glittery formula, and naturally, it performed significantly better when used with a dampened brush or an adhesive base. Applied dry, they were...
Coloured Raine Eyeshadow ($6.99 for 0.064 oz.) come in an array of shades and finishes. I reviewed all of the existing shades in the past, so here's a look at the best shades within the singles range!
Some of my personal favorites: Passion, Blue Magic, Glamour, Golden Olive, Secrets, Side of Olives, ...
