Category: eyes

Cle de Peau Beaute The Mascara

It was impossible for me to resist a mascara that could potentially improve the health of my lashes.  I got lucky in that department – my lashes are full and long – and I would prefer to keep it that way, thank you very much!  The Mascara by Cle de Peau Beaute contains the exclusive Cle de Peau Beaute advanced moisturizing ingredient, Hydro-Wrap Complex, and Argan Tree Oil to promote lash health through hydration and smooth application. I definitely do not get that “crispy” feel to my lashes that can occur with other formula.  There is no tugging required to remove mascara.  At the same time, the mascara has massive staying power.  I have not noticed one speck of stray color below my eyes.  An added bonus is the large brush that makes coating the lashes almost fool-proof. The effect is natural – you won’t get the mega-watt, false lash look.  But for day wear or when you would like to be a little more understated, this mascara is genius.

Le Metier de Beaute Eye Brightening & Setting Powder

During my afternoon at the @JohnBarrettNYC salon, @JoeHubrich introduced me to this little miracle worker.  At first I thought it was a neutral eyeshadow, but this sucker is a high powered multi-tasker.  The powder also sets concealer, sets cream shadow and illuminates.  While it is originally designed for the under eye area, I use it virtually everywhere for a matte finish.  It is also my base for eyeshadow.  I generally like a dewy look in the summer (mostly to camoflage Texas heat-related perspiration!), but this is perfect to rock a matte look.  But it doesn’t look dull in the least bit. It is no secret that I adore this line and every product achieves extraordinary quality and luxury.  It is great that they developed such a nimble product with so many uses.

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Jouer The Weekender Collection

This is almost too good to be true.  And in perfect time for packing for those summer getaways.  This palette has the absolute best in neutral shades that can be layered for varying looks.  I really can’t imagine too many skin tones this wouldn’t work for.  If you have dark skin, the mattifying powder could be too light, but I found it to be very translucent.  All of the products, I think, would look fabulous from pale to very dark. The palette contains:

  • Powder Eyeshadow Trio – satin matte charcoal, satin matte taupe, and matte vanilla cream
  • Face Duo – Translucent Mattifying Powder and Mattifying Powder Bronzer in matte honey
  • Tint & Highlighter Duo – Champagne Highlighter in shimmering pink and Cinnamon Tint in creamy deep rose
  • Ginger Lip Gloss – shimmering copper (very sheer and light)

The individual pieces slide apart so if you only want to carry bring a few or throw one into a clutch, easy! I use my fingers for most of these items, but theoretically you would need a powder, bronzer , eyeshadow and liner brushes.  It can be difficult to get only the bronzer or powder on the brush so I ended up mixing them and really liked the effect.  It was much easier for me to use my fingers on the eye palette then blend with a brush once it was applied.  Order from Birchbox. Right now they have free shipping on this item! ($58)

YSL Dessin du Regard Long-Lasting Waterproof Eye Pencil

A pencil that looks like liquid? I am in! I have two colors of this powerhouse liner and have been really pleased, especially on these hot summer days. What really shines about this product are the colors. I always love a deeply inky black, but have fallen hard for the Ultramarine.  Although they call it aqua, I think it has a hint of navy or true blue.  It really does look neutral on my eyes, but just adds that slight bit of unexpected.  In some ways, it adds a subtle sparkle and shimmer.

Because these are such soft pencils, all it takes for a beautiful application is a quick sketch of a line. The application does mimic liquid, with a deep, very pigmented look. However, you can’t get that really fine line that is possible with a liquid eyeliner, so don’t recommend it for lower lids because it ends up looking rather thick (unless you are up for a deeply smokey eye). I think the staying power is great. I do find some migration below my eye on those really long nights, but for a pigment, I think its worth the trade off.

  • 1 Black Ink (inky black)       
  • 2 Patent Leather (deep brown)
  • 3 Ultramarine (fresh aqua blue)
  • 5 Shimmering Burgundy (plum brown)
  • 6 Amazon Green (rich blue green)

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).