My Favorite Brushes

Hey y'all!!

I told you guys I'd be back with 2 posts today! For a makeup related post I wanted to show you some of my favorite brushes! I chose to omit my specialty set that I own for makeup artistry (I got it as a gift) as it is MUCH more expensive than anyone should ever spend on brushes unless they are a makeup artist. So, these are composed of mostly my favorite drugstore brushes!

Target Tweezers 

So as I am terrified of having someone else touch my eyebrows I choose to pluck them myself. I pluck because waxing I mess up and having someone else there's them terrifies me! So I am a fan of these $3 target brand tweezers. They are heavy duty and small enough to carry around with you. Plus they come in some really cute patterns!

Elf total face brush

This is the large brush I use for my powder everyday! It's large, soft and easy to wash! My only problem is that it does shed and it takes a while to dry because it's so big.

Elf powder brush

This is probably my favorite brush out of my collection. I use it everyday without fail. Ironically, I ise it for not only powder but liquid foundation as well! It just blends beautifully, evenly and easily. For me at least, the flat top helps to give a more airbrushed effect! It doesn't shed and holds it shape well even after washing.

Elf Blush Brush

This taperd brush is great for apply blush and bronzer. It lets you easily target certain area and apply a lot of color! It's an easy brush to manipulate around the face and to clean. 

Bare minerals Flawless Face Brush

For those using a mineralized foundation and looking for a very natural, even coverage this is a great brush. It's a nice splurge item. Extremely soft and easy to clean; it retains its shape! It's small enough the you can bring it along in a makeup bag for touch ups. I also use this for my powder in the morning because it provides a more natural coverage.

Elf small angled brush 

Normally used for eyeliner; this angled brush is very small and allows you to easily fill in your brows. Gives you an easy and even application. 

Bare minerals Full Flawless Face Brush

Again, this is a great splurge item. A soft and easy to clean brush that an be used with powder products. It's awesome for applying mineral foundations when you want a fuller coverage! I also used this to buff out my bronzer and blush as sometimes the taperd brush can leave harsh lines. This blends and buffs those colors into my face to give a wonderful look!

Hopefully I showed you some brushes you would like to get! If you own and love these brushes oleaseeave a comment! Also, you can now share this blog on Facebook, Twitter and other social network sites via the top of the page! PLEASE do that if you enjoy my content! 

Until next time!

Cheers! <3 :)

-K

The Battle of the Powders: ELF vs. Rimmel

Hey Y'all!!!

Today we are going to be comparing two powders! The elf pressed powder and Rimmel London stay matte pressed powder. Both are matte pressed powders that are supposed to last all day, control oil, and minimize appearance of pores!

ELF Powder

This powder is in the color ivory and it is more yellow based. It is in a flip up container.

Yes, this product does so what it promises. It sticks to the skin and mattifies it. It lasts almost all day with very limited touch ups. My problem with the product is that it makes your makeup look very cakey even with just a thin layer. It also is super yellow based so even the lightest color is better for warm toned people than cool toned. Neutral tones people may be able to get away with it. It costs about $1!

Swatch:

Rimmel London Stay Matte

This product costs about $5 and is much bigger and much more product than the elf powder; making it less convenient to stick in a makeup bag. It matifys the face and it great for all days including days with bb cream because it's color (mine is natural) is just a nice sheen over the skin.

A few touch ups are needed maybe two or three times during the day depending in what you are doing but it does give a very natural look. It's also better for those who are cool tones because it seems that this powder is more pinkish tones. As they get darker, at least in the store, it appears that they get a little more yellow based.

Swatch:

Final Verdict

I do prefer the Rimmel powder over the elf powder. Although the Rimmel does have to be touched up more I like that it is very natural looking and that I don't have to watch my bronzer use because it's more linked toned. I've found a use for my elf powder though: concealer. It does work as a powdered concealer to set the green corrector over small blemishes! So that my opinion!

What do you think? Leave me a comment about these products if you use them or you love them! Which ones do you prefer? 

Until next time!

Cheers! <3 :)

-K

My Drugstore Reviews: Elf Eyebrow Kit

HHey y'all!!!

It's time for another drugstore review! I do these so that girls in a budget can find great products and also know what to stay away from! That way you're prepared next time you have a little spending money and want to head over to your local target, Walgreens, walmart, cvs etc!

Today I want to talk about the elf eyebrow kit and eyebrow/eye lash gel. The brows frame the eyes just like hair frames the face! It's important to get strong brow game for the perfect look. However, not all of us have the money for products like the amazing Anastasia dip brow! So, I've gone through several drugstore eyebrow lots and I have to say that the best one I've ever used is the elf eyebrow kit! As my brows are darker than my hair I use the medium shade kit. I can also use the light kit but I prefer the dramatic effect I can achieve with the medium colors. This product is from the elf studio line and costs $6, a lot more affordable than other eyebrow products!

The packaging is black and pretty durable. It's also in a shape and size that's easy to carry in a makeup bag or purse:

Open it up and you have a small mirror, a dark shade of gel, a lighter shade of powder, and a brush:

The brush is small and dual ended. One end is the classic angeled eyeliner brush that is used to apply the gel. The other is a fluffy brush side used to put the powder on. This very small brush is the same great quality as other elf brushes and it's super easy to use!

As for the gel and powder themselves. The gel goes onto the eyebrows smoothly. The color is rich and it is important to use a lighter hand at first because the color is super pigmented and it is easy to over do it. However, you can build it up for a great dramatic look:

The powder is a much lighter color than the gel and is not as pigmented. However, it does help seal the gel into the lashes and kind if hazes out the look. I skip this powder if I want a very dramatic look. For normal days however, I enjoy it!

So, here's the real application of it! This is my brow before gel:

After I brush it out and apply the gel:

As I have work today I just went for the more natural and light look. And here is after powder:

Not a very big difference but slight enough. And yes I know, I need to get my eyebrows done! I'm waiting for my next check XD then I just deal them with some elf eyebrow and eyelash gel! That just gives it a finished look!

The gel product is great for simply setting everything. I dislike however that the gel gets fairly dirty after being used several times. The makeup sticks to the brush and gets into the tube:

So, now I has one eyebrow done and here's the difference!

 

They look close since I went for a natural look but you can tell that the one on the right is a bit thicker, darker, and more xontrolled than the one on the left! 

This brow kit is easy to use and comes in three shades. It's highly affordable and it lasts all day! I've even had it last while at the beach and pool! I recommend this product for brows for those who might be on a budget!

Cheers <3 :)

-K

*disclainer: all opinions are mine and are completely and 100% honest. I buy all products with my own money or receive them as gifts. I never receive them from brands and I have no prior deals with any company!*