Author: Lindsay

COVER FX EyePrep Anti-Age Smoothing Primer

Other than through social media, I had not been exposed to the COVER FX line of makeup and skincare. But I was immediately intrigued as it was rave reviews from dermatologists – surely they know what they are doing?! I was able to pick up a few products at The Makeup Show, but my favorite is the EyePrep Anti-Age Smoothing Primer. This is like a triple duty wonder tool: anti-aging benefits, lightweight primer to be worn alone or under eye makeup AND improves the look of the undereye. It is not your typical, silky primer. You can really detect hydration, and because of this, the skin around my eyes appears smoother and brighter. I can even get away with a this primer and a little Touche Eclat Radiant Touch.

And, making me love this company even more:

Cover FX Donates to the Skin Cancer Foundation

This month, Cover FX is giving back to help skin cancer research. Every time you buy the SkinTint FX SPF30, BritePrep FX SPF50 or “Like” them on Facebook, they will donate money to The Skin Cancer Foundation.

stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner

Have no fear, those of you who think you can’t handle a liquid eyeliner pen. This stila applicator is really a breeze!. The pen is precise and you can build the line with layers of application. But that is just the beginning. When I say “staying power”, I mean this sucker isn’t going ANYWHERE. I can rub my eyes, shower and even wash my face and the line remains solid and pigmented as ever. But along with no smudges comes a super fast dry. So be sure make adjustments as quickly as possible. I generally prefer a black liner, and this is a wonderful, deep and inky shade. But it is also offered in Indigo and Dark Brown as well. At $20, this is a good alternative to the Le Metier de Beaute Precision Liquid Eyeliner ($42).

NARS Cosmetics Satin Lipstick – Honolulu Honey

My stylish and loving friend, Alyson, has always worn a nude lip. She wears it so well… but I was never daring enough to give it a try. Well, leave it to A to be far ahead of the trend – nude lips are “in”! And while I was in New York last week, I was on the hunt for a perfect nude. I had heard lots of accolades for MAC Myth, but I settled on NARS in Honolulu Honey, “a quintessential flesh-toned beige”. This was my first experience with NARS lipstick and could not be more pleased. It is moderately long-wearing, but its biggest plus is great conditioning. I hope to carry this look beyond this year’s trend, because it has always looked classic on Alyson. And now I am enjoying it as well!

Yves Saint Laurent ‘Volume Effet Faux Cils’ Mascara

I know, I know… you can get a good mascara at the local drugstore. But you can’t get a mind-blowing, excellent, beautiful mascara at the drugstore. This stuff lives up to all my wishes: fullness – check, volume – check, no flakes – check, massive staying power – check, false lash effect – check. I also found you can build to get that real faux last effect or just a couple strokes for the day. it comes in all these vibrant (and edgy) colors, but I am currently swooning over black.

This YSL mascara has a permanent place on my favorites list. Did I mention it just doesn’t come off! ($30)

stila One Step Correct

On the bright side, this product’s triple-swirled helix looks super-cool in its container. But it doesn’t live up to its promise to color-correct my skin. There was no noticeable reduction in redness. While I did look slightly brighter, the serum caused my skin to feel tight. This serum is part of a one-step collection, promising anti-aging with their Youth Revival ingredients. However, when I think of stila, great pigments and fabulous glosses come to mind, and I think that is what they should stick with.

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Nail Lacquer in Feathered

While I was impressed with some OCC products I found at The Makeup Show last weekend, I was greatly disappointed with the nail lacquer. This formula is billed as modern colour palette, densely pigmented, quick-drying and super long lasting. So, I figured this could be the perfect, opaque white I have been searching for. “Feathered” is described as: “Pure Opaque White with a Satin Finish”. Could not be further from the truth. No matter how many coats I applied, I could not even achieve complete color coverage. I hope the acclaimed lip tars go better.