Hello, everyone! I’m excited to talk about Jouer Cosmetics’ newest launch: their Skinny Dip collection. In particular, I’ve been able to play with the Jouer Skinny Dip Palette, which features six “ultra foil shimmer shadows.” Right off the bat, this palette looked amazing and perfect for the warmer seasons.

The shades in the Jouer Skinny Dip Palette range from pale silver to deep cocoa bronze. They sit in a thin, gold cardboard frame that flips open to reveal a nice long mirror. The palette retails for $40 and can be found on jouercosmetics.com and beautylish.

The only somewhat disappointing shade in the Jouer Skinny Dip Palette is “Bikini,” a pale pink. This shade requires a few passes to really build up. It also a bit drier to the touch. The other shades are “buttery” and pigmented.

You can use Jouer Skinny Dip Palette on its own or in conjunction with other palettes if you prefer some neutral mattes. When used on its own, sticking with the lighter shades will give you a natural, beachy look. The darker shades lend themselves to a sultrier, dramatic look.

I recommend the Jouer Skinny Dip Palette if you are in the market for some shimmer. That being said, $40 is on the high end for six shadows, so be sure to shop around if you’re “on the fence” about spending the money.

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Hello, everyone! I thought it might be nice to share some beauty gift recommendations for the special people in your lives. When possible, I’ve suggested items that I myself have tried. Please feel free to add to the list in the comments!

Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links. If you are uncomfortable with that, by all means just google the product! Additionally, I took these photos directly off the sellers’ sites.

for the beauty newbie…

Ulta

Benefit never disappoints with their sets! The Girl O’Clock Rock 12 Benefit Bestsellers ($45) is available at Ulta. Help that makeup amateur in your life by gifting these twelve easy-to-use minis!

Sephora

The Smashbox Try It Kit  ($22) contains five minis of Smashbox bestsellers. This is a great way to help your novice-friend get acquainted with some awesome products.

for the natural beauty…

Glossier

Order a Glossier Phase 2 Set ($50) for your friend who prefers a subtle makeup look. Simply choose a Generation G lip shade, a Stretch Concealer shade, and a Boy Brow color for a cute little set that a natural beauty lover will appreciate.

for the classic beauty…

Sephora

The Dior Holiday Couture Palette ($89) boasts face powders, eyeshadows and lip glosses that your classic beauty lover will truly thank you for.

Beautylish

Charlotte Tilbury’s Dreamy Look In A Clutch  (available on Beautylish for $128) has everything your classic beauty needs for a super chic look. The Luxury Palette in Legendary Muse and Hot Lips lipstick in Secret Salma are the perfect color combination.

for your edgy bestie…

Sephora

With 8 mini liquid lipsticks ranging from nude to blue, the Kat Von D Everlasting Mini Liquid Lipstick Set ($49) is sure to please those who like their look to be a bit edgy. It’s a great formula, too!

Sephora

The Urban Decay Full Spectrum Palette ($55) is one of the most colorful eye shadow palettes on the market and is perfect for your friend who’s not afraid to stand out!

for the glitter princess…

Lime Crime

Lime Crime just came out with their Diamond Crushers lip toppers ($80). These can be worn alone or over a liquid lipstick without disturbing it. You can buy the whole set or just colors that your glitter princess might like.

ColourPop

I’d be remiss if I didn’t have anything from Colourpop on this list! Their Never Not Chillin set ($30) has 6 special edition shadows, 3 of which boast an amazing sparkle.

for the skincare queen…

Sephora

Anyone who loves a good mask will die over the Caudalie Mask Trio ($39). This set has three masks that cover a variety of skin concerns. The glycolic peel treatment is one of my favorites!

Sephora

The Boscia Japanese Favorites set ($35) offers an amazing array of products from a fantastic skincare company. Your skincare loving friend will be positively glowing!

Don’t forget to leave your recommendations below!

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Sephora VIB/VIB Rouge Sale

So, class, here’s the scoop. Sephora’s annual holiday sale is going on from 11/4-11/7 for VIBRouge in-store and online with the code 20ROUGE. VIBs get early access from 11/11-11/14 (code- 20VIB). Both VIB Rouge and VIB receive 20% off their purchases during this time. I believe I also read that VIB Rouges who shop in-store on 11/4 receive a holiday tote bag.

Now, let’s talk about what you need to buy. My feelings are that because 20% off is the best you’re ever really going to do at Sephora, now is the time to purchase those staples that you keep returning for, and a couple of higher-priced goodies that you’ve been waiting to purchase. Let me therefore share with you some of my recommendations for “high-end” goodies. I’ve even done the math for you to tell you how much you’re saving, based on prices in the U.S. Because I’m nice like that.

Finally, before we go on, please note that many of the links are affiliate links, which means if you click through, I get like $0.01. Or, if you click through and buy something, maybe I get a dollar. But, if that makes you uncomfortable, by all means just go to the Sephora page and type in the product name! Also, I stole all these photos from the Sephora site. Hope that’s cool, everyone.

Eye THINGS

Natasha Denona Palette 28 or Palette 5 (online only)- So here’s the thing. The 28 pan Natasha Denona palette is crazy expensive. Therefore, if you’re ever going to purchase one of these palettes (there are two – green/brown, and purple/blue) now is the time to do it. Originally $239 you will save $47.80 and pay $191.20. If this is still to pricey, and it very well should be, but you want to try out the amazing formula, go ahead and get one of the 5 pan palettes. I personally have #10 and it is amazing. Normally this is $48 but you will save $9.60 and pay $38.40.

Laura Mercier Eye Art Artist’s Palette – This recommendation comes from Rachel, another teacher who wears makeup. This is a perfect neutral palette with a variety of creamy, wearable colors. Normally $55, you will save $11 and pay $44.

Benefit Roller Lash Mascara – Another recommendation from the other teacher Rachel, Roller Lash is one of her favorite mascaras. I, too, enjoy using it. This mascara is usually $24, but with $4.80 off you will pay $19.20.

Face Things

Laura Mercier Candleglow Soft Luminous Foundation – If you haven’t tried this yet, what are you waiting for? Reviewed here. Normally $48 you will save $9.60 and pay $38.40.

CoverFX Custom Enhancer Drops – I have Celestial and it is AMAZING. If you are darker complected, you may also enjoy some of the other shades. Or get them all! This is normally $42 and you will save $8.40 and spend $33.60.

Bobbi Brown Highlighting Powder in Pink Glow – This is the most amazing yet subtle highlighter I own. If you’re in the market for a new highlight, get this! Usually $46 you will save $9.20 and pay $36.80.

NARS Narsissist Dual-Intensity Cheek Palette – Featuring four amazing dual-intensity shades, this palette is everything you need in a blush/bronzer/highlight compact. This one is limited edition, and I swatched it here. Normally $59, save $11.80 pay $47.20.

Bite Beauty Multistick – There are so many amazing shades, but I am partial to Nectar, a beautiful purple. This is for those days when you’re feeling monochromatic. Slap it on your eyes, cheeks and even your lips. Swatched here. Normally goes for $24 you can save $4.80 and pay $19.20.

Beauty Blender Blotterazzi – You will never need blotting papers ever again. You’re welcome. Usually $20, save $4 and pay $16.

Lipstick

Honestly, if you want to just stop at one lipstick display and find every shade and finish to suit your needs, just go to the Urban Decay Vice Lipstick area. I’m partial to Big Bang, Studded, Carnal, Wildfire and Backtalk. But there are so many wonderful colors you’re going to be shopping for a long time. Normal price $17, save $3.40, spend $13.60.

Skincare

Sunday Riley Martian Mattifying Melting Water-Gel Toner – This is an amazing toner if you’re prone to oily skin, large pores, or blemishes. It feels incredibly refreshing and seems to do its job. But it’s normally $55 so now’s the time to save $11 and get it for $44.

Dr. Jart+ PORE MEDIC Derma @ home peeling – I don’t know if I’ve ever seen this discussed on social media but it is absolutely one of my favorite skin treatments. It is a two step peel that diminishes pores and brightens the complexion. I can’t recommend it enough! Normally $42, save $8.40 during the sale and spend $33.60.

Hair

Bumble and bumble Prêt-à-Powder – Part dry shampoo, part styling powder, this is one of my favorite hair products of all time. The white powder disappears into the hair and adds a grit that reduces oiliness and adds grip for more voluminous hair styles. Get it reduced from $27 by $5.40 to $21.60.

Well, there you go! Those are my recommendations! But I’d love to hear yours (and I know you have many). Share them with the class in the comments!

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Good morning, everyone! Today we are talking about Jeffree Star Velour liquid lipstick. I held off a long time on playing with these- many of the original shades just didn’t interest me and to be honest, I still don’t care for the aesthetic of the brand. However, when I saw Beautylish was offering a Summer Delight Lip Box, I pulled the trigger. Please note that the Lip Box is currently out-of-stock but should be returning soon. I did contact customer service but they were unable to give me an estimated date. In the meantime, the shades are available individually on Beautylish.

Side note – the reason I am recommending Beautylish over Jeffree Star’s site is that I love Beautylish’s customer service. That’s just my preference!

Anywho, the Summer Delight Lip Box has three shades: Virginity, Nude Beach and Watermelon Soda. There are two more shades in Jeffree’s Summer collection – 714 and Queen Bee – which are not included in the box. All of the summer Velour Liquid Lipsticks have a watermelon scent.

My favorite thing about the Jeffree Star Velour Liquid Lipsticks is the applicator. Unlike the standard doe foot applicator, this one has a little groove in the middle that helps guide a clean lip line. The formulas of the three shades I tried are all different; I will describe them as we go.

Nude Beach

OK, so let’s start with my least favorite – Nude Beach. Nude Beach is a light coral shade. The formula feels thick but still manages to become extremely streaky upon application. When I tried to build the color up through multiple coats, my lips just looks cakey and gross. Additionally, this is not a great color for me.

Virginity

Virginity, a very light lavender, has a nice formula of medium consistency. It applies fairly opaquely for such a light color. It is not a superb color for my skin tone, but I can make it work with a variety of lip liners.

Watermelon Soda

Watermelon Soda is my favorite of the bunch. It is a very unique coral-pink. This one has a thinner consistency, but you wouldn’t know it when it is applied. It has wonderful pigmentation and just makes the lips look so full and pretty. Watermelon Soda is the most wearable shade for me.

Unfortunately, I’m not a huge fan of the way these Velour Liquid Lipsticks feel on the lips. They just feel very heavy and my lips experience almost a numbness that is a bit uncomfortable. The wear-time is very good, however. These last many hours before fading.

The Beautylish X Jeffree Star Summer Delight Lip Box is a great way to try Jeffree Star’s Velour Liquid Lipstick line. The three shades are very different and unique. While the lipsticks themselves are not my favorite, you may have a different experience!

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Hello again, class! One of my favorite posts to write each month is the beauty favorites list. I really enjoy reflecting upon the month and thinking back to which products have really been on my face for the most days. Let me show you what March was all about:

IT Cosmetics Build-A-Brow – It feels like every month I have another IT brow product to show you. Probably because that’s been the case since the blog got relocated! I wrote about the Build-A-Brow here, and it may be my favorite brow gel ever!

Lancome Teint Miracle Foundation – This is by no means a recent purchase, but I’ve found myself going back to this reliable base. It is quite full-coverage but does not get cakey or patchy throughout the day.

Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palette 28 “Green Brown” – Yes, this is perhaps the most unimaginative name for a palette. However, this palette is a superstar. It contains the most luxurious shadows in all shades. Don’t let the “Green Brown” name fool you – there are colors ranging from pure gold to light teal to burnt orange. PS – I got mine from Beautylish and they always have the best shipping.

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish “Soft & Gentle“ –  Described as a “gilded peach bronze” this highlighter is one that I always find myself going back to. It brightens the cheekbones without making one look like a disco ball.

Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick “Honeycomb” – I was wavering on this color when I first wrote about it but it has quickly become my new favorite nude. The formula is comfortable and lasts quite a while considering it is not a matte formula.

I hope you will share some of your favorites in the comments!

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Today I just wanted to take a peek at these lip pencils I bought from the lovely Beautylish. They are from Inglot, a brand I’ve mentioned loving before. Like the lipsticks I initially tried, these pencils are uber-matte and fabulous. Also, Inglot offers some great quality products for a fraction of the price of other brands.

Inglot/Beautylish offers this description:

“The AMC Lip Pencil is a medium hard, matte jumbo pencil with amazing staying power, making it a great alternative for lip liner when coloring in lips. The pencil comes with a sharpener, found on the bottom of the pencil.

Avocado oil moisturizes, smooths and regenerates the lips whilst the modern formula ensures a long lasting even coverage with a velvety matte finish. Paraben Free formula. Not tested on animals.”

Now, let me offer this one piece of advice: the colors shown in the lip swatches on the sight are not even close to the actual product color. Not on my screen, anyway. It may be that they are slightly sheered out and glossy in those photos, but the lipsticks I received were much brighter and darker than I anticipated. It would be really helpful if they offered shade descriptions on Beautylish.

Here are swatches. The “name” of each shade is the number on my arm. I’m just so clever…

Shade 14 is a fantastic nude. I don’t wear it on its own, as I look dead, but it is a great alternative to a liner under basically any liquid lipstick. Shade 28 is a bright pink-raspberry. It has amazing lasting power. Shade 24 is a mauvey-rose that is a great everyday color. Shade 11 is a bright orange-coral. I have historically had issues with coral shades, but this one does not streak or fade unevenly, as many do.

These pencils are incredibly long-lasting. They are, of course, easy to apply because of their pointiness.

I highly recommend popping on over to Beautylish if you are interested in these pencils.They are currently 12USD a piece, which doesn’t seem all that bad compared to some other brands.

What do you think?

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These palettes are coming soon to Beautylish (though currently available on Natasha Denona’s site).  I thought you might like to see it up close to help with future tough decisions!

Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palette #10

The #10 Palette has 5 shades. All of these are also available as singles, so I’ve looked up what finish they are. The shade descriptions are my own… so they may not be accurate. Take a look at the photo since your eyes are probably better than mine!

75P Satin Skin (metallic) –  rose gold
49M Vintage (duo chrome)- a medium plum with a silver and pink shift
24V Aubergine (matte) – ok this one is easy…. aubergine
20M True Gold (sparkling) – gold. just plain gold
82V Nina’s Orchid (matte) – bright purple-fuschia (PS – I do not agree that this one is matte – it definitely has some sparkle to it!)

I did these quick swatches outside; it was somewhat overcast. No primer was used. And yes, this was a single finger swipe (even that gold!!!)

OK, so how gorgeous are those shades? As far as palettes go, the only thing I’m missing is a shade for the brow bone. But otherwise, this is fantastic. All of the shades were very smooth. The gold was softer than I expected, which is why I picked up such a big chunk with my finger!

I tried it out quickly this morning and this is was I came up with:

As you can see, it’s a great option for green and hazel eyes. I noticed the gold shade had a bit of fallout, as you might expect. The other shades were very easy to work with.

So what do you think – will you be adding this to your makeup wishlist?

Check out some other eyeshadow swatches here.

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I thought it might be fun to share what I got!

Beautylish lucky bag Product List

Bioderma Sebium H20 (100mL) – I have this already from another Beautylish haul but I’ve definitely considered repurchasing. Now I don’t have to! ($6.95)

Jefree Star Velour Lip Scrub – This is an item I never considered purchasing, but I do enjoy a good lip scrub. ($12)

It Cosmetics Brow Power Universal Brow Pencil – The idea of a “universal” color always makes me nervous. With my highlighted hair, I try to keep my brows as cool as possible, and browns are frequently warm. I did, however, test this out and the shade is totally fine! It’s perhaps a bit darker than I’m used to, but still manageable. ($24)

Charlotte Tilbury Rock ‘n’ Kohl in Marlene Midnight – I love a good deep navy eye pencil! I’ve used this brand and line before, but never this color. I love the formula so this was an excellent surprise. ($27)

Kevyn Aucoin The Creamy Glow in Patrice – I never have much luck with the application of cream blushes, but this one just may be my new favorite. The deep red color blends out to a really subtle and attractive crimson flush. ($26)

BECCA Ever-Matte Poreless Priming Perfector – A few weeks ago I had to decide if I wanted this or their Backlight Priming Filter. I went with the latter, but I’m so glad I now can add the former to my collection. I tested this out this morning and it may be the most mattifying product I’ve ever used. ($36)

Natasha Denona Eye Shadow Palette 5, palette #10 – This item isn’t even for sale yet on Beautylish, but it may just be my favorite Lucky Bag item! I’m not going to go into great detail because my next post will be full of swatches. This retails on Natasha’s own website for $48.

Final Thoughts

In total, my bag 2016 Beautylish Lucky Bag was worth $179.95, which means I had a savings of $104.95. As one of my biggest hauls during the year, this definitely holds a good value still and I will consider going in for next year’s Beautylish lucky bag when the time comes! I also highly recommend Beautylish in general because they offer some really nice brands and fantastic customer service.

I hope you will share what you received. Please post your links in the comments!

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