First Impressions | Neutrogena Hydro Boost Foundation, Stila Magnificent Metals Shadows & Bare Minerals Butter Gloss

Hey y'all!   

So I picked up some new goodies at Ulta the other day.  

I tried out a few of them today and wanted to do a little first impressions post. 😊

*I wore these products for roughly 7 hours to get a good feel for them & an idea of how they wear.

1. Neutrogena Hydro Boost (Nude 40):
So I'm pretty impressed by this stuff!  I applied it with a beauty blender.  It applied smoothly, didn't crease, settle, or look cakey.  There's really nothing out there that I've tried that I love as much as the Garnier BB Cream for combo to oily skin but this 1 is a contender.  It's super comparable; however, it's consistency is thicker and it has more claims that would ultimately be better for your skin.
I have also heard it's a near exact dupe for the $110 La Mer foundation.
(Compliments of ShadesofKassie on YouTube.)
I don't really know if it would necessarily work as well for me in Summer months because I'm more oily and I started to get shiny near the end of the day but it's definitely a winner!

2. Stila Magnificent Metals (Rose Gold Retro):  
1 word. Obsessed!  Living, Dying, Resuscitating for these!!
These shadows are so gorgeous I really just have no words.  My only negative is that it has a bit of fall out that got in my lashes and was slightly blinding. Next time I'm definitely going to try it with a primer, but even if it doesn't help they're totally worth being temporarily blind for!
As far as a similar comp, I think they are in a league of their own, BUT the Maybelline Tattoo Chrome shadows are somewhat similar for a fraction of the price.  The Tattoo shadows have more of a gritty glitter texture and are harder to remove hence the name "tattoo", the Stila shadows have a bit of fall out but are far more intense in my opinion.
Swatches comparing the 2 shades I have are below.

TOP: Maybelline "beige luster"

BOTTOM: Stila "rose gold retro"

  

 Natural Sunlight VS iPhone Flash

3. Bare Minerals Gen Nude Butter Gloss (Groovy):
This is such a pretty color, I hyperventilated!  The perfect soft nude/ pale pink shade.  As far as price point, I can't help but feel there's better/ similar products at the same price or even cheaper but overall I liked it. It's super pigmented and long lasting to be a gloss.  I'd compare it to Buxom "White Russian" as far as consistency and staying power.  I wore it with a nude liner and it looked really nice.  I think it would be a great lipstick topper too.  Definitely worth checking out!!

Here's some additional photos wearing these products....

Overall, these gave me the feels you guys, and I'm impressed.

I definitely want to grab 1 or 2 more shades of the Stila shadows!

There's so many new makeup products coming out this Spring & Summer, I can't wait!

I hope you guys enjoyed this post.
Stay tuned for more first impressions posts!

Til next time..

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Terin

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Trying New Products: Hits + Misses

Hey Y'all!!

So I've been trying out some new products lately and wanted to share my thoughts on them! :-)

This is going to be a mix between skin care, hair care, styling, and makeup.

A little variety is always good, right?

Some of these are new to the market and some are just new to me.  

There will be notations next to each product to let you know where I found them. ;-)

1. Bigelow "Mentha" Body Lotion (Bath & Body Works OR Nordstrom)

I really like this lotion.  It makes you feel like you're butt naked in the arctic circle, you've been warned.  I've found it really helps with headaches and my trash sinuses.

2. Vaseline Cocoa Radiant Intensive Care 10x Healing Lotion (Target)

This stuff!  It's a miracle in a bottle.  I've been using the Vaseline Cocoa Radiant line for a while, but this version is new.  The struggle with severe dry skin is real during the winter and this has been a life saver!

3. Aveeno Naturals "Oatmeal & Seaweed" Body Wash (Target)

The smell of this is what attracted me.  It smells SO fresh and delic.  I wouldn't say it's extremely hydrating but overall I like it.

4. Herbal Essences Naked Volume White Grapefruit & Mosa Mint- Shampoo & Conditioner (Target)

I just bought this not too long ago and O M G!  The smell is AHHHmazing.  The mint gives your scalp a slight cooling sensation, but nothing crazy.  As far as  the "volume" aspect, I can see some extrabody at my roots and throughout after washing and not adding any addition products.  I love that it has 0% paraben, colorants, gluten, and silicone because it's great for your hair especially if you get buildup from using a lot of products.  It also has antioxidants, aloe, and sea kelp.  The smell though you guys, incredible!

5. Soap & Glory "The Breakfast Scrub" (Target OR Ulta)

Okay so maybe I am a sucker for smells..  This stuff smells crazy good in a very unique way.  It's an oatmeal/ maple scent.  It's a bit different than a typical body scrub like those from Tree Hut for example, but I like it.  It has this sort of thick, paste-like texture.  Cookie dough is what comes to mind.  Lol  Definitely different than my other scrubs.

6. Garnier Fructis Volume Hairspray (Target OR Ulta)

My go-to hairspray is the Garnier "Full Control", but I picked this up because my usual one was sold out.  I like this.  It definitely makes your hair appear & feel thicker and more volumized without making it look/feel stiff or gross.

7. Laura Mercier Matte Radiance Bronzer in "Bronze 04" (Sephora)

I grabbed this amazing baby a couple months back and MAN!  How did I live without it?

It's such a beautiful & natural all over bronze.  It isn't glittery, but it has this gorgeous sheen to it.  It's pretty light despite the way it looks in the pan and can be built up for the ideal bronze on your skin tone.  Definitely a must in my opinion! 

8. Chapstick Total Hydration Lip Scrub (Target)

So my lips are chapped pretty much all day every day during the winter.  Not sure why, it's just a part of my journey.  This stuff..  I'm not crazy about, I'm not even sure I'm a fan at all to be honest.  For me, it isn't abrasive enough and it has this thick Vaseline like feel to it that lasts on your lips after wiping it away and God forbid you wipe when removing it then it's all over your face.  

For me, I prefer just scrubbing my lips with a clean damp tooth brush.  Works like a charm.

9. L'Oreal Infallible Paints Eyeliner in "White Party" (Target)

This stuff...  It nearly blinded me you guys.

First of all, hardly any color comes off.

Second of all, I know it's called "paints" but man it smells like actual household paint!

Super chemically and it actually made my eyes water.

I tried this on my lower lash line and it was just a total flop!

10. NYX Total Control Drop Foundation (Target OR Ulta)

This foundation seemed so ideal in theory, but after playing with it in store I couldn't even commit to buying it because my inner psychic just knew it was going to be a nightmare.

It's super liquidy, didn't really blend into my skin it more so sat on top of it, and even after being on for a while it didn't really seem to set and would just move around with the slightest touch.  It also clung to small blonde peach fuzz that is usually undetectable.

I'm just not a fan.

That's all I've got for this post. :-)

I hope y'all enjoyed!

Let me know in the comments what products you're loving & hating and what I should try next!!

And please feel free to send me suggestions for future posts you guys would like to see.

:-)

Til Next Time...

XO,

Terin

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New Years Eve Glam

BB Cream:
- Garnier BB for Combo to Oily Skin in "Light to Medium"
Concealer:
- Garnier Under Eye Roller
- Maybelline Fit Me in "10 Light" (under eyes, bridge of nose, forehead, and chin)
Setting Powder:
- Maybelline Fit Me Powder in "Translucent"
Eyes:
- Morphe 35N
(1 & 2= Crease)
(3 & 4= Outter V into Crease)
(4= Outter V)

- Urban Decay Vice 3 "Lucky" on the lid

Mascara:
- L'Oréal Carbon Black & Maybelline Falsies Drama (on top lashes)
- L'Oréal Telescopic Shocking Extensions (on bottom lashes)
Bronzer:
- Palladio Baked Bronzer in "Caribbean Tan"
Blush:
- Milani Baked Blush in "Luminoso"
Highlight:
- Anastasia Beverly Hills Sun Dipped Glow Kit "Summer" and "Moonstone"
Lips:
- Rimmel Lip Liner in "Eastend Snob"
- Bite Beauty Lipstick in "HoneyComb"
- Buxom Lip Gloss in "White Russian"
Setting Spray:
 - Urban Decay All Nighter

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Til Next Time...

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Christmas Eve Glam 💄💋

Hey y'all!

Today I'm sharing a quick rundown of my Christmas Eve glam.  

I got so many compliments and questions so I wanted to share the deets.  ☺

*I self tanned the night before with Million Dollar Tan Mermaid Mousse Extreme

 - Use code TERINTAN20 for $$$ off your order on their site.

Face:

- Palmer's Skin Therapy Face Oil (Applied all over face with a brush prior to any makeup.)

- Garnier BB Cream for Combo to Oily Skin in "Medium/Deep"

- Garnier Under-Eye Roller Concealer in "Light"

- Maybelline Fit me Concealer in "10 Light" (Under eyes, bridge of nose, chin & center of forehead)

- Revlon PhotoReady Face Illuminator in "100 Bare Light" (Cheek Bones, tip of nose & chin)

- Maybelline Fit Me Powder in "Translucent" (To set t-zone and under-eyes.)

- Benefit Hoola Bronzer (To contour cheeks & forehead)

- Benefit "Coralista" & "Dandelion" Blush

- Anastasia Beverly Hills "Summer" & "Moonstone" (Cheekbone & nose highlight)

*All liquid products blended w/ a damp Real Techniques beauty sponge.

Eyes:

- Urban Decay Original Primer Potion

- Morphe 35N Shadows (Brow bone, crease, outer v & lower lash line)

1- Brow bone highlight 

2&3- Crease as transition shades

4&5- Crease over transition shades

6&7- Outer V built up until dark enough, then more of 4 & 5 over outer v and blended into crease

5,6,&7- Lower lash line outer corner to center of eye

- L'Oréal Infallible Shadow in "Iced Latte" (Lid)
- Urban Decay "Polyester Bride" (Inner corner highlight)
- L'Oréal Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara (Top lashes)
- L'Oréal Telescopic Shocking Extensions Mascara (Bottom lashes)
- Maybelline The Falsies Push-up Drama Mascara (Over top & bottom lashes)


Lips:

- Rimmel Exaggerate Lip Liner in "Red Diva"
- Colour Pop Matte Liquid Lipstick in "Ribbon"

Hope you guys enjoy!

If you have any questions feel free to leave a comment!

Til next time...

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Beauty Gift Sets: Holiday 2016

1. Glam Glow Pout Mud Lip Exfoliator + Lip Balm Duo

2. Jouer The Best Of Nudes Mini Liquid Lipsticks 

3. Laura Geller Baked Gelato Swirl Illuminators

4. Buxom Freezes Over 15 Piece Mini Lip Collection (Love the Buxom lippies!)

5. The Perfect Bite Mini Lipstick Set (On my Christmas List- SO GORG!)

6. NARS Unfiltered II Cheek Palette

7. Million Dollar Tan- Cabana Tan Extreme Body + Face Set  (My favorites! - Use code TERINTAN20 for 20% off your order on the MDT site.)

Part of the reason this is the most wonderful time of the year is because of all the amazing beauty gift sets that are released, let's be honest.

I'm especially obsessed this year as all of the top brands have dropped some pretty stellar products so I thought I'd throw together a mini list of my faves.

Below is a brief description & reason why I chose each product. 

-I'm really tempted to order this Glam Glow duo for myself, I've heard such great things about their products and my lips are so dry in the winter.

-The Jouer Best of Nudes set is too gorg for words.  I can't lie, I am mildly devastated that it seems to have sold out before I could get my hands on it.  

-I've played with the Laura Geller Baked Gelato Illuminators a bit.  They're really pretty, and the formula is similar to Becca.  I've heard amazing things about "Gilded Honey", and in this set not only do you get that shade but you get 2 other minis for the price of 1 full size shade.

-Buxom.  Enough said.  My favorite is the lip cream in "White Russisn" which is in this set.  Included, you get minis of some of their best selling shades from each collection as well as their newly released liquid lipsticks.  

-I'm obsessing over this Bite Beauty set!  I've been contemplating buying their lipstick in "Honeycomb", but then I seen this set with Honeycomb as well as 3 other beautiful shades, all for the price of 1 full size lipstick.  It's a no-brainer.

-NARS is pretty well known for their cheek products and every year they drop something incredible.  This year they gave us their Unfiltered 1 & 2 palettes.  While they're both pretty, #2 calls to me more. 

-Million Dollar Tan is the only brand of products I use to self tan throughout the year when I'm feeling pasty.  Cabana Tan Extreme is my favorite, but I also love their "All That Shimmers" dry oil and "Mermaid Mousse" self-tanner.  

Right now they're having some great sales going on over on their site and you can use my code TERINTAN20 for 20% off your ENTIRE order. 

That's all for this post!

I hope y'all get a chance to grab up some of these awesome sets before they're gone.

Be sure to checkout my other post for gift ideas for the lady/ladies in your life.

Til next time...

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2016 Christmas Gift Guide: For Her 🎅🏼🎄🎁

1. Twisted Peppermint Gift Set (My favorite winter scent from B&BW.)

2. Becca x Jaclyn Hill Champagne Face Palette (GORG)

3. Glam Glow Gift Set

4. Tory Burch Robinson Zip Card Key Fob (On my wishlist)

5. SO Critter Slipper Socks (On my wishlist)

6. The Christmas Penguin Bubble Bar (I love LUSH plus this is the cutest thing ever.)

7. Tory Burch Gemini Link Tote in French Gray

8. Million Dollar Tan - Cabana Tan Extreme Face & Body Combo (An ALL time fave of mine.  Use code TERINTAN20 for 20% OFF your order.)

9. Women's Plaid Blanket Scarf (I have this in a different color and LOVE it.)

10. Limited Edition Glitter Clutch/ Makeup Bag (On my wishlist)

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I thought I'd throw together a quick list of some perfect gift ideas.

These picks are at all different price points, some could even be adorable stocking stuffers, perfect for that "special lady" or a family member.

I often hear that I'm "so difficult to shop for" so I thought I'd give a few ideas to help others struggling with the same dilemma. 

I think all of these are cute & unique ideas that any lucky lady would love.

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Til next time.

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My Winter Essentials ❄️

Hey Ya'll!

Today I'm sharing some of my Winter must-haves.

These are simple, everyday products that I use throughout the Fall & Winter seasons.

This is my new favorite lip balm!

It's super moisturizing and has a cooling effect.

Twisted Peppermint 3-Wick Candle from Bath & Body Works

This is 1 of my favorite scents EVER! 

It reminds me of a peppermint mocha.

Hot Cocoa & Cream 3-Wick Candle from Bath & Body Works

A new love of mine!  Literally hot chocolate in a candle.  So yummy!

Lush ButterBall Bath Bomb

I love these all year round, but especially in the winter because they're sooo moisturizing.

Coconut Oil is my favorite way to moisturize my body.

It's especially great for dry/ chapped skin.

Sally Hansen V Amplified Gel Polish

I think this is my ALL TIME favorite polish color. 

(Very similar to the text color of this blog.. Lol)

It's that perfect deep wine shade that everyone needs in their life.  

Hand Cream in Twisted Peppermint from Bath & Body Works

Hand lotion is a must..  I have a few but this is my favorite winter scent, and check out that adorable packaging!

I love a good scarf.  This is 1 is one of my all time favorites.  

It's a blanket scarf, and it's from Target.

Sweaters! And more sweaters.

This gorg cable knit is from Kohl's.

Kohl's has some really pretty sweaters right now.

I also picked up a few others from American Eagle & Target!

Slipper Socks!

Possibly 1 of my greatest discoveries. 

Since my feet are like ice blocks fresh out of the arctic, these are miracle workers!

My favorite way to wear these is inside of my Hunter rain boots to keep my feet toasty.

They're a match made in Heaven, especially when it snows!

That's all for this post!

I hope you guys enjoyed.

Let me know what some of your Winter essentials are in the comments.

Til Next Time..

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