Beauty Buzz: Urbsn Decay's Naked Basics Review

Thanks to its previous full size versions the Naked Basics palette was sure to be a big hit. Now the reviews are in and the hype is over. After trying it out here is my 100% honest review.

 

 

 

 

Product: Urban Decay's Naked Basics matte eyeshadow palette.

 

Price: $27.00

 

Availability: This palette can be purchased at Sephora, ULTA, and on Urban Decay's website.

 

Pros: There are a few pros to this pallete and i can see why this could have been a great product. The first pro is its size. It is very compact and great for travel. The mirror on it is also a good size. Although it claims to be all matte Venus does have a frosted finish which i did like because it worked well as a highlight for the brown bone and inner eye corner. I also like that the palette included a brown and black color. Lastly the price wasnt too bad especially if you just needed some basic colors from a reputable brand.

 

Cons: Unfortunately for this product the cons out way the pros. The concept was great but it was executed poorly. First, half of the colors look almost identical. Second, Foxy and WOS look just like my skin color so there is no point in using them.Third, I expected better quality shadows but they are very chalky and have a lot of fallout. Fourth, they do not blend very well. I found it very difficult to evenly blend. And lastly, these shadows don't live up to Urban Decay's usual longevity.

 

Overall Opinion: Don't waste your money. I will be returning this product. I purchased it on the basis that 4 of the colors were good enough that i didn't mind the other two. But the quality is awful. I have found a better product that I will show in a later review. So save your time and money. And keep checking back for better substitute.   

 

 

 

 

 



Nailed It!: Velvet Nails

I'm sure you have all seen the Ciate Velvet Manicure set at Sephora for $19. Well here's how to get the look for a lot less and with a lot more options. Enjoy! 

 

Supplies: nail polish, sheet of paper, brush, and flocking powder. This set of flocking powder I have was on clearance for $10. Regular price is $20 for 18 different colors. I got mine at Jo-Ann but pretty much all the craft stores offer a coupon for 40%-50% off.



Step 1: Apply your 1st coat of nail polish and let it completely dry.



Step 2: Apply a thicker 2nd coat.
IMPORTANT!: Complete steps 2-4 for each nail before moving on to the next one. 



Step 3: While the second coat is still wet quickly apply the flocking powder. Make sure to do this over a piece of paper to save any fall out and return the the container when your done.



Step 4: Lightly pat the powder into your nails to secure it better.



Step 5: After letting your nails dry for a few minutes use the brush to brush away any excess powder.You can use any brush you have laying around. Take advantage of those crappy brushes that come with your blush or eyeshadows.



Step 6: Enjoy!




The choices are endless. Just choose a polish and corresponding powder. For and added wow factor try using the flocking powder with glitter in it. You can also just do your tips, alternating colors, stripes, or an accent nail. My personal favorite is glossy gray nails with an oxblood red velvet accent nail.
 

$Glamourista Deal Alert$

Hey Glam Geeks. Its that time of year again. Its time for the Sephora Family&Friends sale! The only time a year Sephora offers a discount on anything and everything. Unfortunately this coupon can only be used once and online but the good thing is the the selection is alot better online! So click on the link below to get you discount. Hurry its only valid until November 02, 2011!

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The Cats Meow

Today's post is a review on the Hello Kitty Charmmy Kohl Eyeliner Kit from Sephora. It includes 7 mini kohl pencil eyeliners. The colors it comes with are (swatched below in order)... goodnight dreams (black), grape juice (purple), chocolate milk (brown), happy cloud (pearl white), blue sky (light blue), bicycle (emerald green), & blueberry (navy). The color pay off is great and very vibrant. They glide on very smoothly and are great for smudging. They all come in a convenient slim tin with Hello Kitty on the front. I have almost no complaints about this product. The only thing i didn't like was that because the consistency is so creamy they did tend to smear to easily. Now i didn't wear an eye primer or set the eyeliner with a powder so that may have contributed to the smearing. Overall i love them! I'm not sure if it is a limited edition product but like most Hello Kitty beauty products its very likely to sell out especially since its such a good value. I think these are going to be a top pick for the line ♥

Photo Info: Hello Kitty Charmmy Kohl Eyeliner Kit available at www.sephora.com for $28.00 or in store at Sephora & select "inside J.C. Penny" Sephoras for $25.00