Review: L'Oreal Studio Secrets Magic BB Cream

Retails at Target for $15.98

Going into Target is probably the worst place for my wallet. Ever. Snooping around the cosmetics department "just to look" (honestly, that just never happens) and this caught my attention. Its the L'Oreal Magic BB Cream in the color light. I've heard of other BB creams from other brands but what caught my attention was that there are only 4 shades. 

First Impression: when I applied some on my hand, I was a little confused because it came out white with purple little microbeads. As I kept on smoothing it out, it slowly started turning in to a light nude color and finally completely blended in with my skin. 

Pros: It does what it says; its a perfect consistency to use as a primer for combination skin types. Also helps corrects and adds a bit of glow to the face. If you don't have much problem with your skin, this is great to use alone on a daily basis; its very light and with time doesn't make the skin oily.

Cons: When I was applying it to my face, it does attach itself to dry patches around my hairline and around my temples. Also, when applying with bare hands, I really had to blended around any part of my face that had hair (mostly my eyebrows and hairline) because that is where it mostly stayed and was really noticeable. 

Overall: I really like this as a primer. Though it says it hydrates the skin, its better when I moisturize my skin and then use it. Its very lightweight and its easy to use. Its great if your on the go and in need of something quick or you just want a little bit more coverage without using so many products on your face. 

Hope you guys had a lovely weekend! :-)

xxx R.

Mini Haul!

I've had a little bit of a collection stacking up to share with you lovely people. My Real Technique Expert Face and Stippling brushe finally arrived (which I'm supppppppper excited to use!) L'Oreal's Magic BB Cream was chosen out of wam; still trying it so a blog post will soon come of that. My Lauren Conrad book also arrived this week! Its probably the best book I can think of to start reading if you have not much knowledge of makeup and how to use it. Hope you lovely people had a good weekend :)

xxx R.

April Favsss!

Late, I know but here it is My April Favorites! This month has been one hell of a trip; stressful, really exhausting and exciting. You guys might have known by my previous post, but exams were hard and stressful and really took a toll on my skin. So I've kept everything simple and light. 

Lush "Rub Rub Rub" Shower Scrub

This is probably my all time favourite scrub of all time. Its a sea salt scrub with mimosa that leaves my skin smooth like a baby's bottom. Its so to rough on my skin and actually helps sooth any discomfort on my skin. Also perfect to use before shaving!

Lush "The Olive Branch" Shower Gel

I really like to pair this one with Rub Rub Rub because it helps moisturize the skin a bit more. Its smells like mandarin and slides on to the skin really easily. After pat drying my skin, I barely have to put on moisturizer because this literally does the job for me. 

Maybelline "The Rocket Volum' Express" Mascara

This mascara is very different from any other ones I've own. First its a gel like texture that holds in place. It definitely gives my lashes volume and the is so easy to guide. Love it!

L'Oreal Infallible 24 Hr Eye Shadow

I made a post about this eyeshadow that I've fallen head over heels this month. Go check it out here!

Rimmel' Soft Kohl Eye Pencil in Brown

Its a really soft eye pencil that does not bother my eyes. Its really pigmented and its really easy to smug it on the eyes. Since its pigmented, it may be a little difficult to remove with just water and a cloth.

Covergirl LipPerfection Lipsticks

When I bought this, I was really surprised that the color that it shows at the bottom was not the real color that displayed on my lips. Though I was unsure, I just ended up liking it even more and its perfect for the spring time. It moisturizes and it stays on for a good couple of hours before you actually has to reapply more.

Revlon Nearly Naked Foundation

I absolutely love this foundation for daytime. Its similar to a BB cream but it glides on smoothly. Surprisingly they have a variation of shades and it was really easy to find the right one for me. Very sheer but perfect for an everyday foundation.

So there you have it, my April Favorites! I am still in shock that April is over and we're already in May.  See ya later alligators ;)

xoxo R.

L'Oreal Infallible 24 HR Eye Shadow

Hey guys!

I want to start off by saying that I've been AWOL due to so much studying for finals but SCHOOL IS FINALLY OVER! :-)

Anyways, since school has taken over my life for the past couple of days, I haven't really put on much makeup (I just didn’t have the time to) but I have used been using the L’Oreal Infallible 24 HR Eye Shadow in “Amber Rush”. 

 

I had this for quite some time now and for some reason it didn't catch my eyes now and I cannot stop using it! Its a shimmery pinkish amber creamy color that does not crease at all and that it can either be worn by itself or it can become the base to the eye makeup. 

I've been using it alot lately because its also a nice spring color. Just dab a little on my eyes with my finger and blend it across my lid with a blending brush. It looks really natural and just enough color to my face. What i also like about it that it complements my skin. I have lightish tan skin and light brown eyes and this product makes them pop more. 

Blush: Maybelline Fit Me Blush in "Deep Rose"
Foundation: Revlon Nearly Naked Foundation in shade "150 Nude"
Mascara: Clinique High Impact Mascara

Overall its a good eyeshadow to keep; can either be used in the day time or evening. Its roughly about $8 and can be bought at any drug store or supermarket store.

Do you like L'Oreal? What other products should I try from their brand? Comment below and hope you guys have a lovely day!

xoxo R.