Milani Multitasker Face Powder

I've just started incorporating face powders into my make up routine mainly because I have combination skin and my t-zone is always a hot slippery mess. It's awful in the summer and I live in a pretty warm climate.

Now what I look for in a powder is simple. I just want it to control oil, go on smooth, and not look heavy or cakey on my face. 

I tested the new Milani Multitasker Face Powder in light medium. 

The compact itself is huge. I wouldn't say it's travel friendly but I can always depot it and place it in my z-pallet. 

It's the design that gets me every time. I kept thinking to myself that I didn't want to ruin it!

The compact has a bottom compartment which holds a decent sized powder sponge and a mirror.

The powder is so smooth to the touch and goes on easily. It controls my t-zone for about 3-4  hours before I have to blot which isn't too bad. It looks natural on too which I love.

However on the back of the product Milani says it doesn't cake but I have tried to layer it and it does get cakey. So be careful and use a light hand.


I think I found the perfect way for me to place it on my face. If I put the powder on right after I put on foundation, I get these really weird dry spots. So I wait 1-2 minutes before applying and instead of swiping it, I dab it on. That way I'm not taking anything off my face or smearing what's underneath.


Overall I like it. I would probably buy this again but it's not my HG. I actually found one I love and will be blogging about it soon.

Revlon Colorburst Lipgloss and Awards

I don't like lip gloss but I am always hoping I'll find one that will change my mind. These are not it. 

I bought two brand new shades of Revlon Colorburst Lipgloss in Sizzle and Bellini. Packaging wise, I love the simple sleek bottle and the quilted detail on the cap. I also really like the flat applicator which for me makes it easy to apply.

Sizzle is on the left and Bellini is on the right

Bellini is a very milky pink color that looks weird on me by itself. I think it's way too light and I've been trying to use it on top of lipstick but I still don't like it for some reason. The color is similar to the Revlon Lip Butter Creamsicle but I like the Lip Butters more.

Sizzle in the bottle looks like a bright red/orange color but on the lips it seems more subdued. It's more wearable than I thought it would be and I can see this working for most skin tones.

These are still sticky because they are lip glosses after all but they're not too bad. You're hair will stick on your lips if the wind blows but it's not a fly trap either. My big gripe about these are the longevity. The color starts fading after a hour without drinking or eating anything. Unacceptable. 

Overall I might repurchase Revlon Colorburst Lipgloss in Sizzle but I'll pass Bellini. 

What do you think about the new shades?

And in other news I was nominated for two awards! First was the Sunshine Award by In Her Daydream and another Versatile Award by Rae-Rae. Thank you so much for showing me love and I hope you guys check them out. As much as I appreciated the awards, I'm going to bend the rules (can I do that?) and simply nominate other people. 

So check these other bloggers out

http://sunikins.blogspot.com/

http://aquaknockout.blogspot.com/

http://yuliconversations.blogspot.com/

http://mui28.blogspot.com/

http://okayeamy.blogspot.com/

Hope everyone had a great weekend!

Milani Baked Marble Eyeshadow Spring 2012

I'm new to the drugstore make up game but I'm always willing to try new things especially lately with money being tight. Milani has incredible products and so far nothing from their line has proven me wrong. They just brought out new colors in their Spring 2012 collection and I had to pick some up.

I had to try the Baked Marble Eyeshadows that a lot of bloggeres have been talking about. I bought two of the three displayed at CVS. Green Fortune threw me off but I might go back.

Must Have Fushsia really is a must have in any make up lover's vanity. This vibrant shade of hot pink is so pretty and perfect for the new season. It's not a neon color. It's actually much warmer and I could go on and on about it.

Copper Excess is another beautiful color they came out with and I love making a smokey eye with this. It does lean towards a workable golden orange than an actual copper eye shadow.

I didn't use any primer in this swatch but you can clearly see the colors. The pigmentation is wonderful and each shadow was easily blend able. These retail for $7.49 and for the price these eyeshadows are worth it.

Did you pick any new products up? What do you think of the new Milani Baked Marble eyeshadows?

2012

What's the start of a new year without any resolutions? It just wouldn't be right. So here's my own list that I hope to achieve this year.

• Finish all my classes. I'm taking 5 classes this semester and I know it's going to be tough.
• Drink a lot more water. You have no idea how big a feat this would be for me.
• Reorganize my house. It's been almost a year and I still haven't unpacked everything.
• And the most important one of all is to spend more time with my family and friends.