THURSDAY, APR 7, 2010

OPI in France with Bastille My Heart

If you pay attention to the hype, you might think that Dior's DiorShow Mascara can do no wrong. Indeed, the original DiorShow is a pretty amazing mascara. So when the limited-edition Dior DiorShow Black Out Mascara ($23) hit stores, I rushed out to get a tube. The mascara promised to be darker and more dramatic than the original, as well as to curl, lengthen, and add shine and volume to lashes.

Until now, I had never considered the possibility that a mascara could be too dramatic. But honestly, Black Out is too dark for me. From the moment I put it on until the moment I took it off, I felt like a hooker. So while I give it kudos for fulfilling all of its claims, this mascara is just over the top.

It's great for a night on the town when you're doing the whole fake lashes or mod look, but for an everyday mascara, you better watch out. If you're wearing a mini and heels, be prepared for some unsolicited attention.

SATURDAY, JUN 27, 2010

"Irresistibles Couleurs" by Clinique

Clinique 'Most Wanted' Color Palette are inspired by one of Clinique's most-wanted lip colors: Blushing Nude, Black Honey or Raspberry Glace. The sumptious silver compact features the Color Surge Eyeshadow Trio and Soft Pressed Powder Blusher.

If you pay attention to the hype, you might think that Dior's DiorShow Mascara can do no wrong. Indeed, the original DiorShow is a pretty amazing mascara. So when the limited-edition Dior DiorShow Black Out Mascara ($23) hit stores, I rushed out to get a tube. The mascara promised to be darker and more dramatic than the original, as well as to curl, lengthen, and add shine and volume to lashes.

Until now, I had never considered the possibility that a mascara could be too dramatic. But honestly, Black Out is too dark for me. From the moment I put it on until the moment I took it off, I felt like a hooker. So while I give it kudos for fulfilling all of its claims, this mascara is just over the top. If you pay attention to the hype, you might think that Dior's DiorShow Mascara can do no wrong. Indeed, the original DiorShow is a pretty amazing mascara. So when the limited-edition Dior DiorShow Black Out Mascara ($23) hit stores, I rushed out to get a tube. The mascara promised to be darker and more dramatic than the original, as well as to curl, lengthen, and add shine and volume to lashes.

I had never considered the possibility that a mascara could be too dramatic. But honestly, Black Out is too dark for me. From the moment I put it on until the moment I took it off, I felt like a hooker. So while I give it kudos for fulfilling all of its claims, this mascara is just over the top.

It's great for a night on the town when you're doing the whole fake lashes or mod look, but for an everyday mascara, you better watch out. If you're wearing a mini and heels, be prepared for some unsolicited attention. If you pay attention to the hype, you might think that Dior's DiorShow Mascara can do no wrong. Indeed, the original DiorShow is a pretty amazing mascara. So when the limited-edition Dior DiorShow Black Out Mascara ($23) hit stores, I rushed out to get a tube. The mascara promised to be darker and more dramatic than the original, as well as to curl, lengthen, and add shine and volume to lashes.

THURSDAY, APR 17, 2010

Estee Lauder TurboLash Mascara

I noticed, accidentally, when I first received the mascara that the side of the box stated how the battery contains mercury and to "See leaflet for disposal". This was a little disheartening since you are going to have to dispose of the mascara in three to six months when it goes bad. After overlooking the battery situation, I wanted to focus on the actual mascara's performance. So I followed the directions on how the mascara works, and began the first application. The initial trial was good, since my lashes curled, there were no clumps, and my lashes looked good but not huge. I was actually shocked that I didn't have to do the shimmy move for the mascara to apply properly. Throughout the day of the first trial I did not experience any smudging or flaking, so I was happy with the product when the time came to remove it at bedtime. So far so good, so score one for Estee Lauder.

Since I always try each product I review two or three times to ensure the product works well, I decided to do the same with Estee Lauder TurboLash mascara. The second and third trial, however, did not go as well. Both applications left some clumping in my lashes but still curled them. There was still no flaking or smudging throughout the day, but the mascara didn't seem to work as well as expected. Overall, the mascara formula was decent since it contains olive oil and made my lashes feel great. However when you factor in the clumping, mediocre volume, higher price point, and the battery containing mercury the overall end review of the mascara is the same as the results I got from the mascara; mediocre. The bottom line is that even though the mascara is a first among many in the industry, I would suggest leaving it to look elsewhere or to use that chunk of change toward your new fall makeup wardrobe. The mascara itself is nothing phenomenal, and the vibration of the wand doesn't completely rid your lashes of clumping. With a price point of $30, it's a little steep to pay for a mascara that doesn't "WOW" you.