Empties/Products I've Used Up~!

Hey Guys~!

I've really liked watching empties videos on YouTube lately, I don't know why.  So since I don't have a working video camera yet {I'm getting one soon} I decided I'd write a blog post about the empties I've collected over the past few months.

Before you think that sounds weird, I knew I was going to write this post eventually so I did want to have more than two products.

So let's start~~!

I'm going to start with makeup products.

First is this foundation. It's the Covergirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3 in 1 Liquid Foundation. I talked about it in my December Favorites post, so check it out to see my review on it. There's barely anything left so I'm probably going to repurchase it soon.

Another makeup product I ran out of was my Physician's Formula Conceal Twin in Yellow/Light. It's just a conceal with two colors, a yellow which corrects blue/purple tones, and a skin colored concealer which covers spots and other imperfections. I think it's okay, and I'm not sure if I'd buy another one.

Lastly I have my EOS lip balm in Tangerine. I get really chapped lips so I used this lip balm especially for the past months. It's the medicated formula so it helps hydrate my lips. I'm probably not going to buy this again because I don't like the texture of this one in particular.

Now here's the only hair product.

I don't use a lot on my hair, so that's why there's only one empty. I ran out of the only styling product I use, the Not Your Mother's Kinky Movies Hair Cream. I love using this on damp hair cause it makes bouncy curls and waves when I put it in so I don't even have to use my curling iron.


Lastly we have skin care. I use a ton of products so of course I'd have a million things to show you guys. 

First is one of my favorite products ever. This is the Vaseline Spray & Go Aloe Moisturizer. I love this cause it doesn't feel heavy or greasy on my skin. There are two other scents, but I like the aloe the best.

Next is my eye makeup removing pads from Almay. They're great for taking off all my eye makeup, but I've noticed they don't get off all my waterproof mascara.  Because of this, I might not repurchase them. But if you don't wear waterproof mascara, these are great.

Another product I love that I've used up is my Clean and Clear Morning Burst Gel Moisturizer. It smells amazing and I use it every day before applying my makeup. It hydrates my skin without making it feel heavy.

This is just about empty so I'm counting it in this post. It's my Neutrogena Rapid Clear Sore Pimple Gel. It works really well on my skin to clear up acne. I use it on my more painful spots and it does a great job. However it is a little expensive so it may be awhile before I get another one of these.

So that was my first empties post. Comment if you want me to do more of these. See you guys at my next post.

xo

Alyss

Revlon ColorStay Foundation {Worth the Hype?}~!

Hey Guys~!

Today I have another controversial makeup post. This product has been a favorite of many people because of its large shade selection, high coverage formula, and lasting power. So I got it and I'm here to tell you guys if the Revlon ColorStay Liquid Foundation is worth the hype.

The packaging is very simple, like many foundations. It's just a cylinder contain with a screw on lid. I have one problem with the packaging, and it may just be my foundation, but sometimes mine leaks, even if I twist it close, and gets foundation all over my other makeup.

I purchased the combination Normal/Oily formula, but they also have a Normal/Dry formula. I get a little shiny so I assumed this would absorb the oil on my skin. After an average school day, which is about six hours, I'm super shiny. I don't touch up my makeup during school and when getting the oily skin formula, I assumed it would prevent this.

According the to Revlon website it's supposed to have medium to full coverage. I do think it has medium coverage, but I have to work hard with this to get full coverage. I use a stippling brush to apply this and it looks nice now. But it doesn't last for the 24 hours that it promises.

Here's a before and after photograph of me wearing the foundation. On the left is right after I applied it. On the right is after a regular six hour school day. In the right one my skin is shinier and the foundation has broken down, barely giving me a medium coverage.

I'm in the lightest shade #110 Ivory. I have really fair skin and this matches pretty well. It does
I got mine on sale for around $9, which I think is reasonable for a drugstore foundation. But if you can't get it on sale, it's about $14-15. It's one of the most expensive drugstore foundations I've ever seen. Yes there are foundations that are $12-13, but the ones I've seen don't promise the same affects of cheaper drugstore foundations.

Packaging: ♥♥♥♥♥

Formula: ♥♥♥♥♥

Coverage: ♥♥♥♥♥

Staying Power: ♥♥♥♥♥

Price: ♥♥♥♥♥

Overall: ♥♥♥♥♥

Is it worth the hype~?

Honestly I prefer my Covergirl Outlast Foundation over this. Maybe I just haven't found the best way of working with Revlon Color Stay, but for now I don't see what's so great about it. It doesn't have the staying power it claims to have and I just don't really like it.

I hope you guys enjoyed this 'Worth the Hype' post. Comment if you've tried this foundation and tell me your experience with it. See you guys at my next post.

xo

Alyss

Rimmel Stay Matte Foundation Review~!

Hey Guys~!

Today I'm reviewing the new Rimmel Stay Matte Mouse Foundation. I purchased it recently and I thought it would be fun to review. So let's get started~!

 
The packaging is a squeeze tube, which isn't that common at the drugstore. It comes with the typical 1 fl oz. of products like every other foundation. What I really like is its design very simple and small, making it easy to pack while traveling. 

The shade selection is okay, there are eight different colors to choose from. The one I have is the lightest shade which is #10 Light Porcelain.

On the website this foundation is supposed to not feel heavy or greasy, have all day shine control, blend easily, have a natural matte finish, and minimize the appearance of pores. For a drugstore foundation, it has a lot of strong claims, so I decided to test them out.  

Just Applied

I took this picture right after applying my makeup. I used a foundation sponge to put it on and I did find it easy to blend. It does have medium coverage and didn't cover all of my spots. 

Six Hours Later

I took this photo about six hours later. I'm a little shiny along my T-zone and cheeks. Also I noticed that it did oxidize slightly.

Packaging: ♥♥♥♥♥

Texture: ♥♥♥♥♥

Coverage: ♥♥♥♥♥

Shine Control: ♥♥♥♥♥

Blend-ability: ♥♥♥♥♥

Price: ♥♥♥♥♥

Overall: ♥♥♥♥♥

I think this foundation is okay. It blends nicely and the finish was great too. I just wish it had the all day shine control like it promised and had higher coverage. But for a drugstore foundation I can't complain too much, it still is nice but I'm not sure if I'd repurchase it. 

I hope you guys liked this review. Leave a comment telling me what you guys think of this product. See you guys at my next post. 

xo

Alyss 

Gradient Snowflake Nail Art {Inspired by Frozen}~!

Hey Guys~!

I said in my December Favorites post I really liked the movie Frozen. Because I just love it, I thought I'd do a nail art look inspired by Elsa {♥who I love and find easy to relate to♥} and the beautiful winter animation. It's a blue gradient with some painted and glitter snowflakes. It doesn't require many tool and is simple to recreate. 

You'll Need. . .

A base coat

Three differnt shades of blue nail polish

White nail polish

Glitter top coat

Dotting tool

Makeup Sponge

First apply base coat and then the darkest shade of blue. The one I'm using is called Coat Azure by Essie, I know it isn't super dark but it's the darkest color I own. Apply 2-3 coats so it's opaque and let it dry.

Then dab the next shade of blue on the nail with a sponge from the tip of the nail to about half way up. Apply it lightly cause you don't want to rip off the other color. The blue should be lighter than the base color, but darker than the lightest. The color I'm using is Bikini so Teeny by Essie.

Apply the lightest shade of blue, I'm using Borrowed & Blue by Essie, using a sponge on the tip of the nail. This will complete the light to dark gradient. If you want to, apply a tiny amount of white on the tip of the nail, just for added dimension.

Using a dotting tool, dot on white nail polish all around to create little snowflakes.

When they're dry apply a glitter over coat and you're done~~!

I hope you guys liked this simple winter nail art. Comment telling me what you think of it. See you at my next post.

xo

Alyss

☆★2014 New Year's Resolutions★☆

Hey Guys~!

Now that 2014 is here, I'm going to once again try to make new years resolutions. 2013 had its ups and downs, and 2014 hasn't been too nice to me right now. But I'm hoping it'll get better. And maybe I'll actually keep my resolutions this year ヽ(゜∇゜)ノ

I just thought this looked cute, it has nothing to do with this post *:･ﾟ✧

 ★ Do better in school

 ☆ Go to at least 2 Anime/Comic conventions

★ Work more on my blog and get 50 followers

☆ Lose weight

★ Do more drawing and painting

☆ Finish writing my book

So those were my new year's resolutions. Comment telling me what some of your resolutions are. See you at my next post~~!

xo

Alyss

Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser Review~!

Hey Guys~!

So I'm reviewing another new product from the drugstore. I personally have anticipated the release of this product once I heard about it. I don't own a primer, so I really wanted to try this one out instead of buying a high-end one.

The packaging is really cute and the product is in a squeeze tube, like many primers. It reminds me in packaging of Benefit's Porefessional. They have very similar color schemes, but I don't know if they are dupes since I've never tried it. All I know is that it's a much cheaper alternative.

Compared to other drugstore primers that have similar prices this one contains less product, 0.67 fl. oz., when others have 1 fl. oz. I didn't notice that till after purchasing and trying it out, so I do with it came with the standard 1 fl. oz. of product.

It its a clear gel that blends easily and it isn't sticky. On the back it claims to be fragrance free, however it smells like medicine, but when I applied it the smell faded.

Here's a before and after shot of my face. On the left is before I applied the primer and the right is with the primer on.

My pores were much smaller, but they weren't completely gone. Some were still visible. Also my skin has a much smoother texture.

I really like this primer, but there's one problem that didn't affect me but I want you guys who consider purchasing this to be aware of this.

Yes it contains Silicone. Silicone can irritate sensitive and acne prone skin. If you have either of those skin types, be careful when trying this product out. I have acne, and I did notice some redness where I applied it when I washed off my makeup.

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Formula: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

Effect: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

Price: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

Overall: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

It is an okay product. There are a few issues I have with the pricing of this and the slight irritation it caused. But besides that I do like it. I'll probably only use it once in a while so my skin gets used to it. 

I hope you guys found this review helpful. I'll see you at my next post.

xo

Alyss 

♡ Best of Beauty 2013 ♡

Hey Guys~!

✧･ﾟ:*Happy New Year*:･ﾟ✧

I can't believe 2014 is already here~! 
For some of you it may already be a new year, but not for me (⁎❛ᴗ❛⁎)

So to kick off 2014 I thought I'd remember 2013 by sharing my favorite products of 2013~~! I'll be covering makeup, skin care, hair products and nail polish in this post. If you want me to do a non-beauty best of 2013 which would probably be anime, movies, music, video games, etc, leave a comment telling me. 

So let's remember my favorites of 2013~~!

Makeup

Skin79 Super+ B.B. Cream: I love this B.B. Cream to death~! It was my first Asian B.B. Cream and I just can't say enough good things about it. It feels light on my skin and matches perfectly with my skin tone. 

Covergirl and Olay Simply Ageless Concealer: This is my favorite concealer ever. It works great on my dark circles and on spots. Sadly it is discontinued and I will miss it oh so very much (ಥ﹏ಥ)

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder: This has been my favorite powder all year. It's so great cause it keeps me matte and it isn't super expensive.

Benefit Dandelion Boxed Powder: I don't think I've talked about this at all on my blog and you guys can correct me if I'm wrong. It's a natural pink blush that adds a nice flush to my cheeks without being too bold. 

Urban Decay Naked Palette: I know this didn't come out in 2013, but I got it last year. It's one of my favorite eyeshadow palettes cause of the variety of colors and their great pigmentation.

Stila In the Know Palette: Another great eyeshadow palette that I just love. It's all matte neutrals and it can create so many different looks. 

Rimmel Scandaleyes Liner in Nude: I've talked about this in so many of my favorites posts. It's just a peach eyeliner and using this on the waterline brightens and widens my eyes. Also it looks more natural than white on the waterline. 

Maybelline The Rockey Mascara: I like really long and thick looking lashes and this mascara gives me that. I use it all the time for cosplay makeup cause it makes me look like I'm wearing false lashes. 

Milani Brow Fix Brow Kit: This is the only brow product I've ever purchased and I really like it. The powders work well with my hair color and are also great for cosplay makeup when I need to give myself blonde eyebrows. 

Maybelline Baby Lips: How could you guys not see this coming? I'm obsessed with these tinted lip balms cause there's a variety of shades and all of them are moisturizing.

Skin Care

Neutrogena Rapid Clear Foaming Scrub: This is the best face wash if you have acne prone skin like me. It clears up my skin and it doesn't irritate my skin. 

Freeman Face Masks: I'm not going to put a picture of all the Freeman masks I own, so I'll just put in the Anti Stress one. All of the Freeman masks work great and none of them have caused any irritation or anything like that. Each mask has a different purpose, so you'll be able to find one that works for you.

LUSH Tea Tree Water: I haven't talked about this, but I do want to review it soon. Tea Tree Water is really good for oily/acne prone skin so that's why I got it. It feels light and works well and reversing any irritation and gets rid of excess dirt and oil on my skin. 

Clean and Clear Hydrating Gel Moisturizer: I've used this every single day since I first bought it in July. It works great as a base for my makeup and I just love the light feeling gel texture it has.

Hair Care

 

Not Your Mother's Kinky Moves: This is my favorite styling product ever. I put it in when my hair is damp and after scrunching it, it creates bouncy curls without using a curling iron.

L'Oreal Total Repair 5 Damage Erasing Balm: I've been meaning to include this in a post, but I just haven't yet. This is a hair mask that works wonders for my hair. It hydrates my hair, repairs split ends, and keeps my hair looking health and smooth. I use it once a week and I'm really happy with the results it gives me.

Nail Polish

Timeless Rubies by Covergirl: This was my go to fall nail polish. I love all the flecks of gold, pink, and deep red mixed in this color. It just reminds me of fall leaves whenever I look at it. 

Pacific Blue by Sally Hansen: I'd heard a lot about this nail polish before buying it. It just looked so pretty that I had to get it. I got a lot of wear out of this polish, I wore it a ton in the spring and summer. It's a gorgeous purpley blue and it just pops on your nails.

On a Trip by Wet and Wild: Thank you to my friend who introduced me to this color. If I never got it, my life wouldn't be complete ♡♡♡ It's a beautiful purple color and it's also been a go to color for me.

So those were my favorites beauty products of 2013~~! Leave me a comment telling me some of your favorites products, I'd love to check them out. See you guys at my next post.

xo

Alyss

P.S. Hope you all have a great New Year and thank you for everything  (｡･ω･｡)ﾉ♡