Review - Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara

Hello lovelies!

I recently had the opportunity to try out the new Lash Sensational Mascara from Maybelline and wanted to share my experience with you all!

Mascara is always a tricky product for me. I have long lashes, however my main issue when trying to find a new mascara is finding one that provides both length and volume. Did the Lash Sensational Mascara live up to it’s name? Keep reading to find out!

Price: 

$10.99CAD

Can be purchased at Wal-Mart, Shoppers Drugmart or Rexall, as well as most pharmacies.

Product Claims:

-Capture lashes from root to tip for a full-fan effect

-Washable

Did this product live up to the hype?

Yes, it did give me full length and yes, it does wash off.

Pros:

-Easy to use

-Separates lashes 

-Provides lift and length

-Does not run

Cons:

-Formula is too wet (when used brand new). Works better after about a month when the formula starts to get a little thicker.

-Very “sticky” - When washing it off it can clump, so be sure not to tug on your lashes.

Over all rating: 8/10

Would I purchase this product again? Probably, when I need a mascara for traveling that is inexpensive.

Would I recommend this product?

Yes, as it is a great value for anyone look for a good lengthening mascara on a budget.

*Disclaimer: I did receive this product free for testing purposes. All opinions are my own. I was not paid to give a good review.

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Favourite Self Tanner - SMH #3

Hello lovelies,

You may have noticed by the title of this post it is my Spring must have #3


Gradual Self Tanner

We all have been hiding under layers through out the Winter months and the sun itself has not been enough to give us any colour, so naturally if you're at all like me you are pasty. Everyone has their holy grail tanning product and I wanted to share with you all my new favourite gradual tanner. I was recently sent the new Jergens Natural Glow collection to review by Jergens and  Vervegirl and I am in love!!!

The collection offers five different moisturizers including one for the face which is amazing as well as a quick drying foam moisturizer. The collection is supposed to give a natural glow without streaks and minus the sunless tanner odour. I did try out all of these products and I am really pleased. They do not streak at all and they are so easy to apply, because they are moisturizers I find you don't need someone to help you. As for smell, the sunless tanner smell is not 100% gone. The odour is not strong though and I think I was the only one who could smell it, because when I asked my boyfriend he couldn't smell anything.

My two favourite items in the collection are the face moisturizer (which has a 20 SPF and it is not too thick so it wont clog your pores) and the Natural Glow + Firming Daily Moisturizer. The firming moisturizer is great because it helps to tone and firm your skin and who doesn't want to be toned and firm.

The one thing I absolutely love about this collection(other than the prices) is that I noticed a difference in my complexion much quicker than with other products. I shower at night, so when I use any of these products it is always at night after I shower and I can notice a difference when I wake up in the morning and even more so through out the day after the first application.

*Tip when using any self tanner is to make sure you always exfoliate and keep moisturized through out the day. Doing both of these things will ensure that your tan lasts and always looks stunning!!!
Also when looking for a self tanner make sure you find on for your complexion. You don't want something too dark and you also don't want to look orange. That is why I like gradual tanners, because they usually look the most natural in my opinion.


What is your favourite self tanner? Please share below I would love to try out some of your favourites!!!

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April Glossybox Review

Hello lovelies,

This past week has been soOo crazy for me. As some of you may know I work in retail management and I just got transfered to a new store, so all week my new manager and myself and have been getting the store ready to open along with our new team and it is so tiring, but worth it.

None the less here I am with a new post. I just got my April (Canadian) Glossybox a little over a week ago and I am so excited to share this one with you all.

The title of the April Glossybox is "Work that Beauty" and the contents of this box were actually hand picked favourites from Canadian Olympic medalist Tracy Little.  She described the contents of the box to be items that "totally melt her heart".

I thought this months box was so cute, it is the prettiest pink colour. I personally love using my empty glossybox's as makeup storage in my bathroom. What do you do with your empty boxes?

When I first opened the box as always I  see the Glossybox beauty card detailing the items inside. What was different about this months box was that under each item Tracy actually wrote a little note about why she loves each piece, which I thought was an amazing touch.

Now let's get into what products are inside....

1) Jelly Pong Cosmetics Lip Blush
*Full Size*
- a lip stain that tints your lips with just the right amount of juicy colour & hydration.
Cost $18.70
I am in love with this product. I haven't tried any other jumbo lip stains, but I don't need to now. This one is pricey but so worth it and I need to find it in stores.

2) Schick Hydro Silk Razor
*Full Size*
- the razor that gives back moisture & leaves your skin feeling silky smooth.
Cost $10.99
If you have read my last post than you should know how excited I am for this product. I love Schick razors, mind you I will still use my intuition razor for now, but this is on the top of my list to use.
(There were also coupons in the box to get more cartridges for the razor, for Canada and the US)

3) Boscia Recharging Night Moisture
*Full Size* (smallest size)
-a concentrated moisturizer that works overnight to repair, strengthen and improve skins elasticty.
Cost 40ml/$44.00
This cream has a thick consistency. I wont use it on my face, but I have been using it for my eyes. I have not seen an immediate difference in my dry under eyes, but it has only been a couple of days and I have really high hopes for this product!

4) Pop Beauty Glitz Blitz Eyeliner
*Full Size*
- this smudge free, glitzy eyeliner has the intensity of a liquid liner but the easy application of a pencil
Cost $15.00
The colour is gorgeous and it applies so smoothly on the skin. It is 100% smudge proof and waterproof,  I stuggled to clean the swatch off my hand. So if you wear this liner, it is guaranteed not to budge.

5) Heartland Fragrances
- Herb infused natural epsom salts, used to soften skin & relieve tired achy muscles.
Cost 300oz/$10.10
I don't have a tub, so unfortuantely I cannot use it to relieve my poor achy muscles from last week, however I did use it to soak my poor swollen feet. The smell is heavenly and relaxing. The epsom salts really softened my feet, but you would have to use it more then once to see/feel real results.

Lastly as an extra there is also a coupon for a 2pack of Silhouette greek yogurt. Free food, who wouldn't love that?

Over all the full worth of this months box is approx. $75, WHAT!!!

I was and am really impressed with this month's box. There is not one item I was not excited to see and use. My favourite is for sure the Jelly Pong lip stain and the razor.
Did you also get a Glossybox for April?  If so what was your favourite item inside?

If you are not sure Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription box available in 15 different countries. So don't worry if you're not from North America, you can still sign up. To get your own Glossybox click on the link in the sidebar of my blog.

If you would like to see a product review on anything featured in this month's box, please comment below.

I hope you all enjoyed this post.

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annpaige

Spring Must Have #1 & Review

Hello lovelies,

Spring has officially sprung where I live (if you couldn't already tell from a few of my previous posts), so I thought it would be fitting to share my Spring must haves with you all. Each week I will share a new beauty/clothing item/trend with you and if I have time I will try to post twice a week.

My first must have item for Spring and Summer too (it may seem a bit weird, but we all have, need and use one this time of year) is my razor. Let's face it, being girls and living through Winter with all of our layers, shaving our legs just isn't always very important. I mean I never find myself in a skirt or dress without stockings, unless it is Spring or Summer. With that being said I cannot live without my razor during the warmer months, I love getting to wear cute shorts/skirts and dresses and I want to show off my legs while doing so.

The razor I am currently using and loving is my Schick Intuition razor. I just recently got sent this limited edition pink polka dot razor from Schick and Vervegirl and it is soOo freakin' cute!!!!! (It also comes with the shower holder, a huge plus for me!)

This is the only razor that I'm not afraid of cutting myself while shaving my legs. The cartridges have a skin conditioning solid built around them, that eases around every crevis making it so easy to get around my knees. Can I also say that the cartridges smell AMAZING!!! My favourites are the coconut milk & almond oil and pomegranate, they smell exactly like their scents and all of them leave my legs feeling extremely soft and smooth. Because the Schick Intuition razor has the skin conditioning solid, you don't have to use shave gel, because it lathers when wet. I hate using shave gel, a bunch of them irritate my skin and it also takes up so much time. Another reason why I love this razor, it's perfect for when you're in a rush or for those of you like me who are just lazy and/or have sensitive skin.

Another great thing that I have always loved about Schick razors in general is how long lasting the shave is. I can go at least 4 days minimum before I see any stuble on my legs, unlike others where you can see hair the next day.

What are some of your Spring must haves???

Stay tuned for my next Spring Must Have post!!

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Glossybox Canada review

Hello lovelies,

This past weekend I was sent a glossybox to review from Vervegirl and glossybox. I was so excited because the box was just so pretty, I could not wait to open it.

If any of you are not sure what glossybox is, it as a monthly beauty box subscription. Every month you get sent new deluxe samples (and sometimes full sizes) from different makeup and beauty brands. The subscription is $21 a month and it is a great way to try out new products that you have never seen before or have been eyeing with uncertainty.

Now on to what was in my box. I got the February/Anniversary box and I love everything from the packaging to what was inside. When you open it there is a box inside of your box that has all of the goodies and they are both so pretty. When you open the second box there is a cute box and glossy sticker keeping everything from popping out.

The first thing I saw was a little card with a description and retail price for everything in the box. They also included a coupon promo code for a Canadian lingerie company globlove. I checked out their website and they have some gorgeous pieces.

Now to go down the list...
1. Elite models intensity eye pencil. Retail price $14.99
This is a full sized water proof eyeliner and the application (just from swatching) is so soft and smooth, I cant 

wait to try it.

2. Essence quattro eyeshadow. Retail pruce $3.99
This is another full sized product. The colours are really pretty, but you for sure need a primer or base under these colours.

3.Bioré deep cleansing pore strips-ultra. Retail price 6/$9.99 -full size
I tried these out with my boyfriend and they really work to get out all the gunk off your nose!

4. Macadamia natural oil healing oil treatment. Retail price 30ml/$13.50.
I was so excited when I saw this in my box. I used it in the shower with my conditioning treatment and I also mixed it with my argan oil after I dryed my hair. It is definitely weightless just as it claims and it smells so good.

5. Anatomicals you need a blooming shower! Rose and Jasmine body cleanser-Full size. Retail price 150ml/$3.00.This shower gel literally smells like fresh cut roses. It is so soothing I love it and need to find it in stores!!

6. Eucerin hyal-urea anti-wrinkle day/night cream sachet duo. Retail price 50ml/ $18.50. I tried the night cream so far for under my eyes and it is so moisturizing. So far I really like it.

7. Crabtree and Evelyn tarocco orange eucalyptus & sage ultra-moisturizing hand therapy sachet. Retail price 25g/$8.00. This I have yet to try but can't wait.

8. Glossybox cupcake kit. This was a special edition item added to help celebrate glossybox's 1 year anniversary in Canada. I thought it was too cute and I have been itching to make cupcakes,  ever since I got these.

In total not including the samples this box is worth a whopping $45.50 and the box itself only costs a total of $21. I am most definitely impressed and would recommend glossybox to anyone and everyone who loves makeup and beauty. Every month the products and brands are different, so you will always be surprised and find something that you like.

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I hope you all liked this review!!

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annpaige

Hair heaven; holy grail hair products

Hello lovelies, Having dyed platinum hair and not to mention thin/fine hair, it ishard to find products that work for me. My hair is quite fine and using heavy products can really weigh my hair down. Two of my current holy grail hair products are: got2b rockin' it encore fresh dry shampoo - I love this dry shampoo. I have never had greasy or oily hair, I typically wash my hair at most 2 times a week and this really helps me. I admit that I don't really like the smell, but it goes away after about 30 min and the smell definitely makes up for how great this product works. I use this product usually twice a week and spray it on my roots, rub it in then brush my hair and it feels so soft like I just washed it.

fructis color sheild double care leave in conditioner - I typically use this after I shower and my hair is still wet and it helps to detangle when combing. I also sometimes use it after I spray my dry shampoo. I used to use my fructis sleek and shine argan oil serum religiously, but lately I have found myself running to this product more. It has grape seed and acai and it just makes my hair so soft and silky. When using this product you don't need a lot and that's why I love it. What are your holy grail hair products? On a side note still about hair... The other day my boyfriend and I were at party city and of course I had to try on some wigs. What do you think of my funky hair colours?

I hope you all have a great weekend!!! xoxo annpaige

Sephora 500 perk Review - Laura Mercier

Hello lovelies,

Last week I was at Sephora and I picked up my 500 perk gift. I had been waiting for something that I thought was worth the points and I saw this perk I had to grab it!!!

(sorry for the bad quality photos I was using my Ipod to take the pics :( )

The perk came in this little box and each piece was individually wrapped which I loved.

Looking at the size of the box and the size of each product, I was pretty impressed with what you get.
You get:
a sample size mascara, a sample size lip gloss, a mini sample of their foundation primer, a sample size eyeshadow (which is a really good size), and an almost full size eyeliner.

Lip gloss in sparkling; a dark pinky/peachy nude that smells and tastes like coffee beans mmmm...not at all as sticky as my MAC lip glosses

Kohl Eyeliner in black gold - the perfect dark gold colour and it glides on so smooth and light

mascara perfect for volume, has a wider wired brush and picks up just the right amount of product for a full eyelash look (no name on product)

Foundation primer in radiance. I'm not a big primer person but I have tried this and I just use it as a base where I use my concealer, under the eye and around my nose. So far so good, but it doesn't last no more than maybe 6 hours and I have found as normal(without the primer) I still need to touch up.

Baked eye colour wet/dry in Black karat - a light shimmery smokey gold colour, perfect for the crease. Glides on and stays on.

These are swatches of each product on my arm and my skin tone.
Left to right - the primer (has a light skin tone tint), eyeliner, eyeshadow, lipgloss
As you can see they are all super pigmented so I am very impressed with what I got.

If you have 500 beauty insider points with Sephora and this perk is available at your store grab it!!!! They are all amazing products that will actually last and they are pieces you will find yourself using everyday.

I hope you all enjoyed this post and please let me know if you want to see more reviews like this, because I personally love doing beauty/makeup reviews, but want to make sure its what you gals want too!!!


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Garnier BB cream Review

Hello lovelies!!!

BB cream has been all the rage and especially now in North America with all of the beauty brands coming out with their own versions. For the past couple of weeks I did some extensive research in YouTube watching different guru's videos on their reviews of the different brands out there. Garnier and L'Oreal both had the best reviews and I really thought about getting the L'Oreal BB cream but when it came down to getting my money's worth I got the Garnier BB cream instead because you get double the amount for only a couple of dollars more. Now to my before and after pictures and myreview!!!!



The BB cream comes with 2fl. oz. and claims to:
Renew
Brighten
Even
Hydrate &
Protect the skin.

I got the shade Light/Medium and it is a little bit too light for me for the summer with my tan but should be good for the winter. So if you are my complexion or even a bit darker than go for the Medium/Deep shade. The texture is smooth and not at all runny. It glides perfectly onto the skin and I saw a difference in my complexion as soon as I put it on....

Fresh face after the shower with nothing on
I have normal skin with no breakouts, no dry areas and no oil, but I do have redness, minor discolouration and dark under eye circles.

BB cream on just the right side(left side of face but right when you look at it in the picture)

BB cream on full face

When first put on it got rid of all of my redness and really minimized my dark circles. It gives a dewy finish but dries matte. When I use this cream I don't need a moisturizer and I don't need as much concealer or foundation as before I started using this BB cream. I do still use my L'Oreal mineral foundation on top and then my concealer(but they are not needed for when I just need to throw something on and run) because I like a bit more coverage.

Overall I love this product and I will definitely be repurchasing it when I run out. I don't recommend to anyone with oily skin because it is very moisturizing, but if you have dry/normal/combination skin than TRY THIS BB CREAM!!!!

I hope you all enjoyed this review and I also hope it helped you if you are looking for a new moisturizer or if you were thinking of trying this product.

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