MyGlam: September 2012

[katie danielle]

 

Caption said "Say so long to split ends in style."

Someone posted on facebook that they think it's Carol's Daughter Monoi Repairing Split End Sealer.
Sneak Peek #4!

 

[katie danielle]

Originally Posted by lauravee /img/forum/go_quote.gif


What are your favorite matte stains/balms? The only one I've used is Stainiac and I like it, am looking to expand my collection /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> Sorry if this is too off topic.. 

I'm more into reds and pinks than neutrals, purples, corals, or the dreaded 90's browns that seem to be trying to make a comeback (unsuccessfully). I ordered Benefit Benetint from Birchbox, and it was alright but pretty expensive considering it didn't last that long (I think it was like $30) and it is a liquid that you apply with a brush similar to a nail polish brush. Then I discovered Besame Crimson Rouge from Beauty Army I loved it. It's a balm that comes in a tin and it's a very classic red color that doesn't look too flashy or trampy. It works way better on my lips and isn't as drying as the Benetint. The full size comes in an awesome vintage tin. Also, while I was at the drug store the other day, I picked up Color Stay Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Sweetheart by Revlon. It's like a giant crayon that looks super pink, but the color and the formula are awesome. Lasts forever and doesn't need reapplying all day for me. Also does not feel sticky or gross on my lips. It was the cheapest one I've purchased so far, but probably my favorite. I'll probably pick it up in Romantic which is a red shade. I also got the Stainiac in my Birchbox, and it was ok, but like other liquid/gel stains I've tried (including Benetint) it really seemed to get concentrated on any dry skin or cracks in my lips and would wear off the outer edges of my lips and get dark along the inside edges where they touch. That's why I like the balms, because they are nourishing and smooth over the dryed/crack parts evenly instead of sticking to them. 

 

[princess2010]

Originally Posted by katie danielle /img/forum/go_quote.gif


 

Caption said "Say so long to split ends in style.

Someone posted on facebook that they think it's Carol's Daughter Monoi Repairing Split End Sealer.
Sneak Peek #4!

There's speculation on FB that it's this. I hope so!  That would be fantastic for me!

http://www.carolsdaughter.com/Portal.aspx?CN=9194B8E47A8A&BCID=419AE9DFBCA7

 

[diana16]

Originally Posted by katie danielle /img/forum/go_quote.gif


 

Caption said "Say so long to split ends in style."

Someone posted on facebook that they think it's Carol's Daughter Monoi Repairing Split End Sealer.
Sneak Peek #4!

i have tons of split ends right now :/ so far i love all the products for this month /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[lauravee]

Originally Posted by katie danielle /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I'm more into reds and pinks than neutrals, purples, corals, or the dreaded 90's browns that seem to be trying to make a comeback (unsuccessfully). I ordered Benefit Benetint from Birchbox, and it was alright but pretty expensive considering it didn't last that long (I think it was like $30) and it is a liquid that you apply with a brush similar to a nail polish brush. Then I discovered Besame Crimson Rouge from Beauty Army I loved it. It's a balm that comes in a tin and it's a very classic red color that doesn't look too flashy or trampy. It works way better on my lips and isn't as drying as the Benetint. The full size comes in an awesome vintage tin. Also, while I was at the drug store the other day, I picked up Color Stay Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Sweetheart by Revlon. It's like a giant crayon that looks super pink, but the color and the formula are awesome. Lasts forever and doesn't need reapplying all day for me. Also does not feel sticky or gross on my lips. It was the cheapest one I've purchased so far, but probably my favorite. I'll probably pick it up in Romantic which is a red shade. I also got the Stainiac in my Birchbox, and it was ok, but like other liquid/gel stains I've tried (including Benetint) it really seemed to get concentrated on any dry skin or cracks in my lips and would wear off the outer edges of my lips and get dark along the inside edges where they touch. That's why I like the balms, because they are nourishing and smooth over the dryed/crack parts evenly instead of sticking to them. 

Ooh I'll have to look into some of these! I've been eyeing Revlons Kissable Balm Stain but am so overwhelmed by color options /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> Going to have to start investing in a few. Thanks for your response ! 

 

[JoniLynn]

Does anyone know how many products we are getting this month? I hope it's 6 like last month /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[morre22]

Originally Posted by JoniLynn /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Does anyone know how many products we are getting this month?

I hope it's 6 like last month

I think that they said 5 items this month, I could be wrong though.

 

[fashionlover18]

i'm super excited for this bag for the sep myglam from the pic it looks cute!

 

[fashionlover18]

Originally Posted by TheNittyPretty /img/forum/go_quote.gif

The pic posted by ValentineLissar could be it because if you look closely at it, you can tell the tip top IS clear. It's just hard to tell with the white background but the spoiler pic and the pic ValentineLissar posted both have a little black line that runs through the middle of the top (in the clear part).

i never said it couldnt be the one valentinelissar posted i just said it wasnt the one princess2010 posted...

 

[JoniLynn]

I agree, of looks like its gonna be good. The bag looks super cute, Im wondering what brand the shadow is!

 

[surelyslim]

Originally Posted by morre22 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I think that they said 5 items this month, I could be wrong though.

I think the first sneak peek image stated 5.

 

[xiehan]

Originally Posted by lauravee /img/forum/go_quote.gif


What are your favorite matte stains/balms? The only one I've used is Stainiac and I like it, am looking to expand my collection /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> Sorry if this is too off topic.. 

I second the suggestion of the Revlon Just Bitten balm stains, I never thought I'd be this into a drugstore brand cosmetic but I really love them. I know it's tricky because you can't swatch them to tell which will look good on you before you buy them, and there's not a lot of swatch pictures online... and to me the swatch pictures I looked at made them seem a lot more pigmented than they are, at least the colors I wound up buying. In my experience the colors are not so intense, but I consider that a good thing - makes for a much more work-friendly product. I have fairly dark, purple-leaning lips, so I got the colors on in the red/orange range - Romantic, Adore, and Rendezvous - and they're perfect. I've been eyeing Smitten, but since they do seem to be sheer enough to let some of your natural lip color through, I think that would wind up far too fuchsia on me.

For truly opaque color, I'm a firm believer that there's nothing better than OCC lip tars, but that takes you into statement lip territory, unless you have the patience to mix your own, toned-down colors.

 

[zadidoll]

London SOHO Silk Smudge Brush

 

[Pellen]

Originally Posted by xiehan /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I second the suggestion of the Revlon Just Bitten balm stains, I never thought I'd be this into a drugstore brand cosmetic but I really love them. I know it's tricky because you can't swatch them to tell which will look good on you before you buy them, and there's not a lot of swatch pictures online... and to me the swatch pictures I looked at made them seem a lot more pigmented than they are, at least the colors I wound up buying. In my experience the colors are not so intense, but I consider that a good thing - makes for a much more work-friendly product. I have fairly dark, purple-leaning lips, so I got the colors on in the red/orange range - Romantic, Adore, and Rendezvous - and they're perfect. I've been eyeing Smitten, but since they do seem to be sheer enough to let some of your natural lip color through, I think that would wind up far too fuchsia on me.

For truly opaque color, I'm a firm believer that there's nothing better than OCC lip tars, but that takes you into statement lip territory, unless you have the patience to mix your own, toned-down colors.

I have smitten and love love love it, I have very pink/coral colored lips naturally and it doesn't look fushia on me at least it is a nice dark pink almost red.

 

[crazymomma10]

Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif



London SOHO Silk Smudge Brush

Another One? Even if it is a different brand I am not sure how I feel about this.

 

[page5]

Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif



London SOHO Silk Smudge Brush

I'm happy with this - I've never tried that brand before.

 

[ColorMeLucky]

Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif



London SOHO Silk Smudge Brush

Darn it I was hoping it was eyeliner or something.....Oh well! I can never complain about to too many brushes! 

 

[imakraziebubble]

Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif



London SOHO Silk Smudge Brush
i was just planning to go buy a new brush now i dont have too.. yey!!! i hope there are more than one in there too! in the past have they sent more than one brush at a time???

 

[missyjluver]

This is a great deal because on the site, the brush is worth $6.99!

 

[Dalylah]

Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif



London SOHO Silk Smudge Brush

I'm ok with this. I can always use more hehe