SEPHORA COLLECTION Izak Baked Eyeshadow Palette

I was super excited to purchase the SEPHORA COLLECTION Izak Baked Eyeshadow Palette, but was disappointed to see three of the eight shadows were broken upon opening (I'm not sure if this happened during shipping or after). Unfortunately, this palette was on clearance and is no longer available, so I can't get a replacement. However, the palette is still perfectly usable and there is still plenty of shadow left. I doubt I'd use it all up in the designated 6 month period after opening date anyway, so I didn't think it was worth mentioning to Sephora. However, I will say that Sephora has awesome customer service. Upon receiving a broken bottle of polish in a previous order, they offered to see if they had a replacement at another store and refunded me for the amount that I paid.

 

 

SEPHORA COLLECTION Izak Baked Eyeshadow Palette

 

 

Top Row: Bonsoir, Rustique, Vienna, and Chiffon

Bottom Row: City of lights, Vintage, Mystere, and Candy

 

 

I took swatches of the shadows on the back of my hand in corresponding order to the palette. I applied each shade wet since you can get the most out of your baked eyeshadow when wet.

 

This was my first time trying baked eyeshadow and so far I'm loving it! The colors are so pigmented and gorgeous! My favorites are City of lights, Vintage and Mystere! I am so happy with these baked shadows that I am excited to try others in the future.

 

Have you tried baked eyeshadow? Do you use it dry or wet?

Do you prefer baked eyeshadow over other shadows?

 

China Glaze: Mimosa's Before Mani's

Today I'm going to show you a few swatches of one of my favorite polishes from China Glaze!

 I got Mimosa's Before Mani's during my Trans Design Purchase back in June.

Mimosa's Before Mani's was part the Spring 2013 Avant Garden Collection. Unlike other collections by China Glaze, this was the only shade I was interested in from this line. I love the name of this color-I love mimosas and manicures!! Plus I'm a huge fan of corals, so this shade was right up my alley!

 

 

Are you a fan of China Glaze? If so, what's your favorite shade from the Avant Garden Collection?

 If not, what brands of nail polish do you prefer?

 

Project 10 Pan: Sample Size Edtion

Since I'm a Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant, I always have a ton of beauty products on hand and my collection has only accumulated since I've started my Ipsy subscription and become obsessed with Sephora and Urban Decay!! Plus my collection is only going to grow because I'll be receiving my first Birchbox this month!

 

 I seriously have so much makeup that I figure I probably should do a Project 10 Pan. I've been intrigued with Project 10 Pan since I've read about it a few weeks ago, but the thought of not being allowed to buy any cosmetics is kind of a foreign concept. It would be a huge challenge for me and I'm not sure if I'm quite ready to go to that extreme yet. Besides most of my makeup isn't anywhere near close to being used up that it would take me forever to hit completion.

 

But I still would like to give the concept a try on a smaller scale, so I'm going to start my Project 10 Pan with samples products. I have a ton of samples and travel size products that I've collected along the way. It would be great to clear out some of the clutter and finally get around to trying out some new products. This way I can also feel some form of accomplishment and maybe see that Project 10 Pan isn't so intimidating.

 

Here are the 10 sample items on my list:

1. Philosophy Cinnamon Buns (shampoo, bath and shower gel)

2. Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer

3. Ole Henriksen Perfect Truth cc crème

4. Boscia Super-Charge Overnight Moisture

5. Fresh Soy Face Cleanser

6. Paula's Choice Hydralight Shine-Free Daily Mineral Complex

7. Paula's Choice Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner

8. Jergens Daily Moisture

9. Bumble and bumble Surf Foam Wash Shampoo and Crème Rinse Conditioner

10. L'OREAL Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream

 

In accordance with Project 10 Pan rules, I must completely use up all the items on my list (or hit the pan) before buying any new cosmetics. I am allowed to buy a replacement of a product if I completely run out of it and am still allowed to receive my beauty subscription boxes since I prepaid for them. I think once I'm done with this list I will move on to another list of samples to keep things flowing.

 

Have you ever done Project 10 Pan? If so, how was the experience?

Have you or would you do it again? If you haven't done one, would you ever consider doing one?

 

Zoya Sunshine Collection

Today I'm going to show you the last of the swatches for the polish I purchased during the Zoya Summer Flashback Sale! The following two polishes are from the Sunshine Collection.

 

 

Rica

 

This is a nice light metallic coral shade. It's very pretty in the sunshine, like the collection's name suggests. I love corals and this one was no exception!
 

 

Faye

This is a very pretty bronzed mauve shade. However, it's a little more on the neutral side for my taste. I wish the purple undertones were more apparent than the brown.

 

Given my love for corals, I prefer Rica over Faye.
Which of these two do would you rather wear?

 

Urban Decay Splurge Pt. III

Right after I my two clearance purchases, Urban Decay came out with a promotion offering 3 free deluxe samples with a $35 purchase. So you know me, I had to make another purchase! Since I had already stocked up on all the sale items I wanted, I splurged on two items I had my eye on.

 

Urban Decay Haul #3

 

Revolution Lipstick (in Streak)

Retail $22.00
 

I really liked the sample of Anarchy in my August Ipsy bag,  that I was interested in trying out other colors. Since Ipsy and UD had a promotion offering free shipping with any Revolution Lipstick purchase, I decided to purchase a full size in another shade. I really wanted to try a softer pink, so after looking at swatches online I decided upon this shade. I'll be making a separate post with comparison swatches of my UD lipsticks!
 

 

Build Your Own Palette (Melt)

Retail $18.00

 

I love the idea of building your own palette-I like having the ability to customize it anyway I want and being able to swap out colors whenever I like. This beautiful palette comes with a never-before-seen eyeshadow called Melt (the palette's namesake). The eyeshadow is a $18.00 value on it's own, so it's kind of like you are getting the reusable palette for free! While I'm dying to try out my new palette, I'm going to wait on purchasing other colors to fill it until there's another good promotion since I'm still have my other UD palettes to use.

 

Free Deluxe Samples: B6, Lush Lash Mascara, and Anti-Aging ESPP

The B6 Vitamin-Infused Complexion Prep Spray and Anti-Aging Eyeshadow Primer Potion are brand new products. I already love the Original Primer Potion, so I'm sure to love the anti-aging version!! But according to the Cosmetics Cop, the B6 should be avoided and while the Lush Lash Mascara doesn't have the power to grow your lashes as claimed, it is still a good mascara. I'm a little disappointed that I won't be able to use all of these items, but at least they were free. And I'll still get plenty of use out of the ESPP and mascara, so it was still worth it.

 

Free Sample: Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion Smart Card

 Have you tried Urban Decay's new Revolution Lipstick? If so, which shade is your favorite?
What do you think of the other new products Urban Decay recently launched?
 

 

Urban Decay Splurge Pt. II

After purchasing a bunch of goodies during the UD sale, I decided to place a second order to pick up a few more things!! The prices were just too good to pass up on these beauties!

 

Urban Decay Haul #2

Feminine Palette

Retail $36.00 on sale for $16.00!

 

Eyeshadow: Bordello, Skimp, AC/DC, Gunmetal, Hijack, and Lost
Lip Gloss: Wallflower

After getting the Fun Palette, I figured I might as well invest in this one too. I think it's so cool that one of the shades is called AC/DC!! I just had to tell my boyfriend, Ben!

 

Dangerous Palette

Retail $36.00 on sale for $16.00!

Eyeshadow: Gravity, Loaded, Evidence, Deeper, Mushroom, and Ace
Lip Gloss: Naked

I had to get this palette to complete the trio! I really like that these limited-edition palettes cater to my different personalities!!

 

Afterglow Glide-On Cheek Tint (in Greedy)

Retail $24.00 on sale for $5.00!

 

This color looks rather dark in the compact, but UD says it's a sheer and buildable cheek tint. I think it'd go nicely with my new Stardust Lip Gloss!

 

Baked Bronzer For Face And Body (in Baked)

Retail $26.00 on sale for $12.00!

 

 

I love the compact design-so pretty! Since I'm a big advocate of using sunscreen, I love using bronzer to get sun-kissed skin!

 

Lip Love Honey-Infused Lip Therapy (in Drizzle)

Retail $12.00 on sale for $4.00!

It's always nice to have a light neutral lip gloss in your bag!

 

Free Sample: Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion Smart Card

Spent: $53.00 plus sales tax. Total Savings: $81.00!!
I got about 60% off my order plus free shipping!!

Are you an Urban Decay fan? If so, what UD product is your favorite?
 

Urban Decay Splurge Pt. I

Urban Decay is having a makeup sale, so I went on a little shopping spree!! I just could not get over the prices-I stocked up some great pieces that will make wonderful additions to my collection!

 

Urban Decay Haul #1

Deluxe Shadow Box

Retail $38.00 on sale for $10.00!

 

Eyeshadow: Fishnet, Honey, Ransom, Graffiti, Zero, Peace, Shag, Scratch, and Underground

I love the velvety textured case-so luxe! I'm also stoked  that it came with a vial of the Eyeshadow Primer Potion-I love this stuff and it's the perfect size to stash in my handbag!!

 

Fun Palette

Retail $36.00 on sale for $16.00!

 

Eyeshadow: Maui Wowie, Deep End, Sellout, Fishnet, Stray Dog, and Freakshow

Lip Gloss: Midnight Cowboy

This palette really is fun as the name suggests! I love the sparkly blue exterior and colorful octopus interior design!

Eyeshadow Primer Potion (in Greed)

Retail $20.00 on sale for 10.00!

I love UD's original Eyeshadow Primer Potion, so I figured I'd try this version too!
Apparently this formula can also be worn as a shadow or highlighter, so I'll have to check that out.

 

Deluxe Eyeshadow (in Frigid)

Retail $18.00 on sale for $4.00!

 

 

This eyeshadow compact design is so cool-I just love the ghosts!! I also like that it has a mirror.

 

Urban Defense Tinted Moisturizer With SPF 20 (Bodyguard)

Retail $30.00 on sale for $5.00!

I love using tinted moisturizer during the summer in place of my moisturizer and foundation.
Any product that's a 2-in-1 is always a plus!!

 

Skyscraper Multi Benefit Mascara (Black)

Retail $20.00 on sale for $10.00!

I know I already have a ton of mascara, but I couldn't resist trying one from Urban Decay!

 

Stardust Sparkling Lip Gloss (Glitter Rock)

$19.00 on sale for $9.00!

This color is gorgeous-I think it'd pair well with my new cheek tint!!

 

Free Sample: Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion Smart Card

Spent: $64.00 plus sales tax. Total Savings: $117.00!!
I got almost 65% off my order plus free shipping!!

Have you been wanting to try Urban Decay or have always been a fan?
If so, you can check out their sale here!