Most recent purchases?

[trustlust]

Quote: Originally Posted by TwirlyGirly /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Oh, I've been bad.

I'm justifying it, though, because I haven't bought any makeup since right before Christmas. I was determined to save so I could afford some of the items in the SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE Color of the Year Radiant Orchid Collection when it was released last week.

So....

I initially ordered the SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE The Eye: Radiant Femme Artistry Set (eyeshadow palette) and Gazing Paint Liquid EyeLiner. I was going to try to pick up the Rush Luster Cheek Sweep and Radiant Paint Gloss Trio in-store last weekend so I could get the free Radiant Orchid pouch, but that didn't work out. So I was THRILLED when I received an email earlier this week with a code to get the pouch with an online order of 25.00 or more. Naturally I ordered those two items I wanted just as quickly as I can type, used my code for the free pouch AND scored 5 free samples. Yea!

Received the palette and eyeliner on Wednesday, and the other items are coming next Tuesday.

I'm really happy I was able to discipline myself and not buy anything in January and February so I could get the Radiant Orchid items I was pining after.....Sephora really stepped up its game with this collection (I think it's far superior to the Tangerine Tango and Emerald collections of previous years) and I didn't want to bank on them being available at a discount in a couple of months. There's a good chance some of these items WILL sell out and I, for one, didn't want to MISS out on these pretties!
You scored a great deal! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> WTG on the Jan-Feb no-buy. I'm hoping I can have the same discipline. You're an inspriation ! lol.

 

[TwirlyGirly]

Quote: You scored a great deal! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> WTG on the Jan-Feb no-buy. I'm hoping I can have the same discipline. You're an inspriation ! lol.

It's easier when you have a specific goal in mind. I knew I was going to want at least a few of the items in the collection as soon as the Color of the Year for 2014 was announced by Pantone last summer. It's such a pretty shade, and one that works well with my complexion, and my daughter's.

I choose the items I wanted soon after the announcement of what the collection was going to include was publicized.

Because Radiant Orchid is a color which is more universally flattering than previous Colors of the Year, I didn't want to risk having something I wanted selling out. Every time I was tempted to buy something else, I reminded myself that purchase could potentially affect my ability to buy one of the items I wanted, and if it was worth the risk.

I'll tell you, it's MUCH more fun getting something you've really wanted for awhile soon after it's released, than months later when everybody has it and is beginning to move on to other trends.

THAT was my inspiration. Whether it will work for me with future makeup purchases is yet to be seen....I have a soft spot for pretties!

 

[jayeme]

Quote: Originally Posted by TwirlyGirly /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Sephora really stepped up its game with this collection (I think it's far superior to the Tangerine Tango and Emerald collections of previous years) and I didn't want to bank on them being available at a discount in a couple of months. There's a good chance some of these items WILL sell out and I, for one, didn't want to MISS out on these pretties!

Agreed! I haven't bought anything yet but I want to...my birthday is next month and maybe I'll get something then! Especially because there's no Sephora near me so I have to order something if I want the birthday gift....what a hassle, right? /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I think, though, that this is better in large part because this is just a color that lends itself much better to makeup. You can use blush, lipstick, eyeshadow - everything - in radiant orchid! It's very wearable for everyday, in a lot of different forms. Emerald green, not so much, not unless you're really adventurous. I mean, the eyeshadows were nice but I think this is a much better makeup color. 

 

[elizabethrose]

Today marks the end of me buying pretty things (at least with my own money, gift cards and certificates are galore for the next two months to help alleviate my no-buy, thanks birthday!)

But here's my most recent haul!  Went to Ulta and got Push and Shove from OPI, am trying out today and will let everyone know my thoughts (I know that this is a 50/50 for most people but I love the chrome look and really wanted to try it!), Stila Magnificent Metals in Vintage Black Gold, and all my GWP's (Stila Liquid Lipstick in Beso (love.), It's a 10 Miracle Leave in Plus Keratin, and CK One Mascara (birthday!!).  I also had a $30 certificate to The Body Shop, so I got the Aloe Soothing Night Cream, Tea Tree Pore Minimizer, Vitamin E Eye Cream, and Aloe Eye Defense Cream.  And I just made a $50 Sephora purchase.  Gooooood golly I have to stop! Only spent $12 on the $30 certificate plus an extra $10 in store at Body Shop and $30 at Ulta.  Not pictured: Benefit Play Sticks and Big Easy.

 

[TwirlyGirly]

Quote: Originally Posted by jayeme /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
I think, though, that this is better in large part because this is just a color that lends itself much better to makeup. You can use blush, lipstick, eyeshadow - everything - in radiant orchid! It's very wearable for everyday, in a lot of different forms. Emerald green, not so much, not unless you're really adventurous. I mean, the eyeshadows were nice but I think this is a much better makeup color.

Agreed! The only items I bought from the Emerald collection were the lip glosses (mostly because the packaging was incredibly cool), and the mini emerald liner set. There was so much duplication of the eye shadows - cream, crayon, powder, etc. and from what I read, the powder shadows weren't very good.

But Radiant Orchid rocks - not only in terms of i's ability to translate to so many different products, but it's also flattering to a wide range of skin tones and makeup styles.

I just hope Pantone doesn't screw it up for 2015 and pick some god-awful color...like ochre....

 

[marigoldsue]

My Nordstrom triple points weekend.  First two pics are the department wide freebies and gifts with purchase. (there is a NARS gloss hiding in the first pic)  Third pic is my actual purchases.  

Last night I had a makeover at the Bobbi Brown counter, which was really disappointing. I asked her to push the envelope with my eyes.  I was wanting to learn to incorporate more color since I have recently been able to ditch the glasses I have been wearing since I was 10.  She did a very basic and blah gray smokey eye.   She also did such a bad job of applying foundation that she convinced me not to buy their CC cream and foundation.  I had gotten samples a week or two before and thought I liked the results I had gotten at home.  But when she was done I looked like I was not wearing foundation, and not in the good way.  

 Today the makeover was with NARS and I had brows down with Anastasia.  Very pleased with both of those.  I did not purchase it today, but the NARS rep was able to find a red lipstick that worked for me.  I have very pale skin with the slightest yellow undertone and some redness, red hair and hazel eyes.  Everyone tries to use the true reds or more coral reds and they look hideous with my skin and hair.  She found a blue red, that still looked red instead of turning pink and worked for me.  So excited!

 

[trustlust]

Quote: Originally Posted by marigoldsue /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  My Nordstrom triple points weekend.  First two pics are the department wide freebies and gifts with purchase. (there is a NARS gloss hiding in the first pic)  Third pic is my actual purchases.  

Last night I had a makeover at the Bobbi Brown counter, which was really disappointing. I asked her to push the envelope with my eyes.  I was wanting to learn to incorporate more color since I have recently been able to ditch the glasses I have been wearing since I was 10.  She did a very basic and blah gray smokey eye.   She also did such a bad job of applying foundation that she convinced me not to buy their CC cream and foundation.  I had gotten samples a week or two before and thought I liked the results I had gotten at home.  But when she was done I looked like I was not wearing foundation, and not in the good way.  

 Today the makeover was with NARS and I had brows down with Anastasia.  Very pleased with both of those.  I did not purchase it today, but the NARS rep was able to find a red lipstick that worked for me.  I have very pale skin with the slightest yellow undertone and some redness, red hair and hazel eyes.  Everyone tries to use the true reds or more coral reds and they look hideous with my skin and hair.  She found a blue red, that still looked red instead of turning pink and worked for me.  So excited!






JEALOUS!! lol. Awesome freebies and purchases! I, too, am on the hunt for a red lipstick that looks AMAZING on me. Glad you found yours!

 

[marigoldsue]

Quote: Originally Posted by trustlust /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  JEALOUS!! lol. Awesome freebies and purchases! I, too, am on the hunt for a red lipstick that looks AMAZING on me. Glad you found yours!

Thanks.  I can't wait to play!  I also had purchased one of the NARS matte Multiples when I booked my pre-sell.  I just learned how to use it today for contouring.  I hope I can manage to make it look the way she did.  My fear is I am going to give myself facial stripes!

 

[eucala08]

I recently ordered from Brija Cosmetics

Manor $5.00 1 $5.00 Whitelighter $5.00 1 $5.00 Premonition $5.00 1 $5.00 Stolen Luxury Face Highlight $15.00 1 $15.00 Chai Bronzer Sample $1.50 1 $1.50 Wide Eyed Waterline Pencil $7.00 1 $7.00


Manor, Whitelighter and Premonition are from her Charmed collection. I had a sample of Whitelighter and loved it and bought the full size. I haven't used the face highlighter enough yet to know if I like it. The Chai bronzer looks a lot like Tarte Park Avenue Princess but much cheaper. I just got a sample of the bronzer to see if it was going to be too dark for me, and it wasn't. The waterline pencil doesn't stay on my waterline, but then again a lot of pencils don't stay on my waterline. I've been using this pencil a little below my waterline and as a highlighter on parts of my eyes.

 

[roxymama]

Oh, I've been bad. I'm justifying it, though, because I haven't bought any makeup since right before Christmas. I was determined to save so I could afford some of the items in the SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE Color of the Year Radiant Orchid Collection when it was released last week. So.... I initially ordered the SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE The Eye: Radiant Femme Artistry Set (eyeshadow palette) and Gazing Paint Liquid EyeLiner. I was going to try to pick up the Rush Luster Cheek Sweep and Radiant Paint Gloss Trio in-store last weekend so I could get the free Radiant Orchid pouch, but that didn't work out. So I was THRILLED when I received an email earlier this week with a code to get the pouch with an online order of 25.00 or more. Naturally I ordered those two items I wanted just as quickly as I can type, used my code for the free pouch AND scored 5 free samples. Yea! Received the palette and eyeliner on Wednesday, and the other items are coming next Tuesday. I'm really happy I was able to discipline myself and not buy anything in January and February so I could get the Radiant Orchid items I was pining after.....Sephora really stepped up its game with this collection (I think it's far superior to the Tangerine Tango and Emerald collections of previous years) and I didn't want to bank on them being available at a discount in a couple of months. There's a good chance some of these items WILL sell out and I, for one, didn't want to MISS out on these pretties!

Let us know how you like the cheek sweep and pics if you can. It's the one item tempting me but only because I have a serious blush hoarding problem!

 

[roxymama]

My Nordstrom triple points weekend.  First two pics are the department wide freebies and gifts with purchase. (there is a NARS gloss hiding in the first pic)  Third pic is my actual purchases.   Last night I had a makeover at the Bobbi Brown counter, which was really disappointing. I asked her to push the envelope with my eyes.  I was wanting to learn to incorporate more color since I have recently been able to ditch the glasses I have been wearing since I was 10.  She did a very basic and blah gray smokey eye.   She also did such a bad job of applying foundation that she convinced me not to buy their CC cream and foundation.  I had gotten samples a week or two before and thought I liked the results I had gotten at home.  But when she was done I looked like I was not wearing foundation, and not in the good way.    Today the makeover was with NARS and I had brows down with Anastasia.  Very pleased with both of those.  I did not purchase it today, but the NARS rep was able to find a red lipstick that worked for me.  I have very pale skin with the slightest yellow undertone and some redness, red hair and hazel eyes.  Everyone tries to use the true reds or more coral reds and they look hideous with my skin and hair.  She found a blue red, that still looked red instead of turning pink and worked for me.  So excited!

If only on Halloween GWP's were passed out door to door because your picture reminds me of an adult version of piles of candy to treasure! Super jealous. Is that Bobbi Brown pallete from the nectar & nude collection? I kind of want to check it out for those middle sparkly shades! Sounds like you and I have similar coloring!

 

[marigoldsue]

Quote: Originally Posted by roxymama /img/forum/go_quote.gif


If only on Halloween GWP's were passed out door to door because your picture reminds me of an adult version of piles of candy to treasure! Super jealous.
Is that Bobbi Brown pallete from the nectar & nude collection? I kind of want to check it out for those middle sparkly shades! Sounds like you and I have similar coloring!

If that were the case Halloween would quickly become my favorite holiday!

That is the Nectar & Nude palette.  I haven't played with it yet, but she did use it on one of my eyes during the makeover.  I wasn't super impressed, but I think that may be mrs due to the make-up artist than the product.

If we have similar coloring you might want to check out this set from Estee Lauder in Beach Metals.  It is my current favorite.  I think the picture makes it look a little harsher than it is.  It is such a nice soft, yet vibrant eye.  And right now Macy's has the Lily Pulitzer gift with a $35 purchase.

http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/estee-lauder-pure-color-instant-intense-eyeshadow-trio-the-metallics-collection?ID=964836&CategoryID=30077&LinkType=PDPZ1

I have also pre-booked this palette from Estee Luader for the Nordstrom Lily Pulitzer gift which starts April 15.  Their minimum is $45.  Another not so good pic.  The gold and purple shimmer colors are gorgeous in person and will be fabulous with my hazel eyes.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/estee-lauder-bronze-goddess-pure-color-eyeshadow-palette-limited-edition/3727324?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=3626&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_9_B

 

[marigoldsue]

I stopped in Sephora while I was at the mall yesterday and oh my this collection was so much more gorgeous in person.  After viewing on the website I didn't think I needed any of it.  Now I think I need almost all of it...lol
@TwirlyGirly how do you like the liquid eyeliner?  The color is beautiful, but I am afraid it is too light and will get lost when applied to the eye.
 
Quote: Originally Posted by roxymama /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Let us know how you like the cheek sweep and pics if you can. It's the one item tempting me but only because I have a serious blush hoarding problem!


Quote: Originally Posted by TwirlyGirly /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Oh, I've been bad.

I'm justifying it, though, because I haven't bought any makeup since right before Christmas. I was determined to save so I could afford some of the items in the SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE Color of the Year Radiant Orchid Collection when it was released last week.

So....

I initially ordered the SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE The Eye: Radiant Femme Artistry Set (eyeshadow palette) and Gazing Paint Liquid EyeLiner. I was going to try to pick up the Rush Luster Cheek Sweep and Radiant Paint Gloss Trio in-store last weekend so I could get the free Radiant Orchid pouch, but that didn't work out. So I was THRILLED when I received an email earlier this week with a code to get the pouch with an online order of 25.00 or more. Naturally I ordered those two items I wanted just as quickly as I can type, used my code for the free pouch AND scored 5 free samples. Yea!

Received the palette and eyeliner on Wednesday, and the other items are coming next Tuesday.

I'm really happy I was able to discipline myself and not buy anything in January and February so I could get the Radiant Orchid items I was pining after.....Sephora really stepped up its game with this collection (I think it's far superior to the Tangerine Tango and Emerald collections of previous years) and I didn't want to bank on them being available at a discount in a couple of months. There's a good chance some of these items WILL sell out and I, for one, didn't want to MISS out on these pretties!

 

[LuckyMoon]

I went out of town this weekend & went to Lush.  There is no Lush around where I live so I had to make a purchase.



2 lip scrubs in Popcorn and Mint Julep, 2 face masks in Cupcake and The Sacred Truth and 2 bath melts in Melting Marshmallow Moment and Floating Island.  I even took a cooler with us to keep the face masks in on the way home.  My husband may think I'm crazy!

I also went to a full-size Sephora, which is such a treat for me because at home I only have a Sephora inside JCP.  I made a small purchase there as well:

2 Formula X nail polishes in Glitter Rocket and Sci-Fi

and the Sephora & Patone Universe lip balm - this is a sheer, bright orchid w/a tiny bit of shimmer and it keeps going out of stock online.  Once I was able to swatch it in-store I had to get it.

I've had a great weekend so far:  Lush, nail polish and a lippie!

 

[TwirlyGirly]

Quote: Originally Posted by roxymama /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Let us know how you like the cheek sweep and pics if you can. It's the one item tempting me but only because I have a serious blush hoarding problem!

I've read it's highly pigmented. But....if you're fair complected and find the shade is too intense, apply it with a synthetic brush. Synthetic brushes cannot hold as much product (because the hair shafts are smooth), so that's a good way to tone down your application of a really pigmented shade if you need to.

Conversly, if you are applying a powder product that isn't very pigmented OR you want the intensity of a product that is highly pigmented, use a natural hair brush. Natural hairs have little overlapping "scales" on them that grab onto and hold the particles of powder so more is deposited on your skin.

Neat little trick, eh??

I discovered this after purchasing a blush palette from Coastal Scents years ago. When I tried a couple of the shades, I grabbed one of my synthetic brushes and was very disappointed in the color payoff. So, I went back to reading the reviews of the palette on the CS website, and one of the reviewers suggested using a specific natural bristle brush sold by CS to apply the blush. I happened to own the brush she was referring to, so I immediately grabbed it and tried applying those same shades again.

The difference was like night and day! I couldn't believe it - it was like I was dipping into a completely different product.

I wanted to know why, and so I did some research.

Knowing this really changed how I use all powder products now.

 

[TwirlyGirly]

Quote: Originally Posted by marigoldsue /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
@TwirlyGirly how do you like the liquid eyeliner? The color is beautiful, but I am afraid it is too light and will get lost when applied to the eye

marigoldsue, I think it's going to depend upon the amount of contrast between the liner and what's around it. I read on a blog recently that depending upon skin tone and what shade of eyeshadow (if any) is used under/adjacent to it, you may want to put the orchid liner over a base of white liner. That way, your own skin tone won't "dull" the color of the liner itself. Think of it this way - most colors show up better (and are more "true" to color) on white paper than beige or brown....

 

[MeaghanBrown]

I just got my March Birchbox, and I just got the Kiss & Tell set of lipstick from Bare Essentials. Love it already!

 

[CurlyTails]

After clearing out my makeup stash I needed some new eye shadow so I picked up Naked Basics at Ulta (my first UD purchase!) and got the free It's a 10 spray. I also ordered Jingle All the Way and the Romantic Eye pallet from Too Faced. I'm excited to try out some new eye shadow looks!

 

[madeupMegan]

Divergent Multi-Piece Collector's Set - loving this!



Nails Inc. in Sweets Way - pastel prettiness + sparkles!

Freebies:





Never again doing a Sephora mystery bag - this was such a let down!

 

[ScoutSays]

This is my first time sharing my purchases here... it feels good to have someone to tell who I know will get excited with me! LOL

I am just recently getting back into makeup and being a girly girl! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I have 3 sons, age 21, 19 and 13... no girls. I NEED my feminine side! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Recent Purchases:

Birchbox: (I DID share this on the BB thread): Coastal Scents Revealed Palette set [$34] - after coupon code and reward points and free shipping: $17.20

Target: I wanted to use the coupon I got in my Target Beauty Box, so we HAD to go to Target! lol

Apotheke:M Coconut Jasmine After Bath Tonic [$8.99, on clearance for $6.28] - this smells fantastic!

Pixi Beauty Blush in No.4 Rosy Rouge [$16.00, on clearance for $8.00] - I thought this was a really pretty color and I needed new blush!

Pacifica Color Quench Lip Tint in Guava Berry [$6.99, on clearance for $3.48] 

Jergens BB Body Perfecting Skin Cream [ 2 oz for $3.00, had $2.00 off coupon, so $1.00]

Pond's Luminous Clean Wet Cleansing Towelettes, pack of 5 [$1.00 and had $1.00 off coupon, so free]

Suave shampoo... because it was $1 and I had $1 off coupon lol

I had a $3 off $15 beauty coupon AND I had a $5 gift card, so total after coupons and gift card was $12.09. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Local thrift shop: I buy a lot of clothes at the thrift shop, because I can find such good deals on name brands! 

Lucky Brand Speed Shop t-shirt: $2.
Lucky Brand Nashville t-shirt: $2.
Red Express shirt with pockets: $3.
Venezia dressy red sleeveless shirt: $3.
American Eagle grey shirt with Eagle: $2.
Forever21 Union Jack crop top: $3. 
Old Navy black spaghetti strap tank: $2.
And last, it's just Faded Glory, but I got a sleeveless men's shirt that has 2 thumbs and says "This Guy Loves America!" This will be my 4th of July shirt! LOL
Sephora:

I hadn't planned on spending more money, but I found the Kat Von D's Starry Eye Palette that was orginially $49 on clearance for only $23, so I jumped on it! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Thanks for listening! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />