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INGLOT Cosmetics Launches 3 New Products Just in time for Spring!

March 8, 2013 by Kim S. / blog, Miscellaneous / 0 comments

Spring and summer have to be my favorite months for beauty. Why you ask? Due to the range of colors that can be used is why I love spring and summer. I mean, I do use bright pinks during the winter, but, it just seems more appropriate during the warmer months.

Inglot cosmetics, is helping you stay on-top of Spring 2013 beauty trends, and help you get your pop of color, golden bronze glow, all while being fresh faced through their latest products, which launch TOMORROW, March 9, 2013!

Freedom Lipsticks

$5/each

There are now 10 new lipsticks for the freedom system in bright, spring-friendly colors! My personal favorites are: #’s 95, 96, 97, 98, 99.

3S PRESSED POWDERS

$21.00

INGLOT introduces a revolutionary new Mattifying Powder 3S (standing for Sport, Stage, Studio). Using the latest in cosmetic science and technology INGLOT has compressed the round sphere like particles of a translucent powder into a pressed powder form without the addition of any oil. Perfect for removing shine at home or on the go, the excess oil and sebum absorbing particles provide the wearer with the ideal flawless matte finish. Whilst the non-comedogenic, non-acnegenic, talc free formula prevents

3S MATTIFYING LOOSE POWDERS

$38.00 for 16g and $16.00 for the pro packaging in 2.5g

INGLOT has used cutting edge technology to design a new collection of Mattifying Loose Powders that finishes off every skin tone with absolute flawlessness. Knock those under eye bags and brighten your skin with sheer coverage. These powders will be available in three shades: white, banana, beige, and each will boast a sheer formula for perfect coverage and matte skin. The light consistency not only absorbs oil, but promises for long-lasting results, while leaving skin with a natural, soft focus effect.

Hmm is this a Ben Nye Banana powder dupe? I’d have to try it out to see!

Sparkling Dust

$14.00

INGLOT Cosmetics launches Sparkling Dust so you can achieve that sultry all over glow. This subtle yet highly pigmented loose highlighting powder is the perfect shade to be used on any skin tone. Whether you are highlighting cheekbones, neckline, or all over the body this powder adds a touch of magic to your skin. INGLOT Sparkling Dust can be used alone or mixed into INGLOT foundations to achieve that healthy glow. We recommend applying with INGLOT brush 1ss/s blush brush.

Are you going to pick up any of these new INGLOT Products? If, so, what?

Disclosure: Information was provided by the company or its PR for informational purposes. I was not compensated in anyway for this post.

Review: IT Cosmetics Vitality Lip Flush Butter

March 8, 2013 by Kim S. / blog, Reviews / 3 Comments

PR SAMPLE

One day I came home to a nice package from IT Cosmetics that contained their latest product, the Vitality Lip Flush Lipstick Butter. IT Cosmetics was kind enough to send ALL three to me to review, and showcase for you beauties.

I rave about the IT Cosmetics products that I have; from the brushes, the eyeshadows, concealer, and blushers, down to the mascara – they’re all great products. If you haven’t yet tried them, I suggest you do.

Enough about that, let’s talk about the Vitality Lip Flush Butters

What are they?

It Cosmetics describes the Vitality Lip Flush Butters as the “…new Hydration Therapy.” I’ve tried all three, and I can attest to the fact that they do make my lips soft, and feel more hydrated.

Vitality Lip Flush Butters are an ultra-hydrating lip stick, lip gloss and anti-aging lip conditioning balm all-in-one that helps sooth and protects lips, while giving you a gorgeous flush of color!

The IT Cosmetics Vitality Lip Flush Butter has some amazing ingredients to help treat, hydrate, condition, and nourish your lips, and help minimize the appearance of lip lines, such as plum oil, argan oil, jojoba, cherry oil. The Vitality Lip Flush Butter is packed with antioxidants like Vitamins A, C, and E, acai, green tea, and white tea. Best of all, the Vitality Lip Flush Butter is paraben-free!

The Vitality Lip Flush Butter comes in three shades:
1. Pillow (sheer, nude pink)
2. In Love (flushed, cranberry red)
3. Darling (rosy pink)

My thoughts:

I love these lip butters. Seriously, I do. They go on smooth, and buttery. My lips feel pillowy soft, and smooth, as well as hydrated. I also like that I can increase the intensity of each shade by building up the color through applying several layers. They have a nice scent, too! My favorite shades are ‘Darling’and ‘Pillow’. I’ve posted pictures of me wearing them on my instagram account (MakeupbyKimPorter).

The Vitality Lip Butters can be purchased at Itcosmetics.com ($20 each) QVC & QVC.com (trio for $35.92), and internationally in Canada at http://www.theshoppingchannel.com.

Disclosure: Products were provided to me by the company or its PR for review consideration. All opinions are my own, and are 100% honest. I was not compensated for this post.

Review: Montagne Jeunesse Chocolate Masque

March 4, 2013 by Kim S. / blog, Reviews / 2 Comments

Montagne Jeunesse Chocolate Masque Packaging

I’ve tried the Montagne Jeuness Masks before, more specifically, the Green Tea Peel-Off Mask. It wasn’t impressive to me, I guess because I’ve been spoiled by other masks. I guess people flock to this brand, especially teenagers due to the price; they’re $1.99 a pop, and you get about 2 applications per packet.

This time, since Influenster sent over the Montagne Jeuness Chocolate Masque, I decided to give it a try. I used it as directed, after thoroughly cleansing my skin with my Cerave hydrating facial cleanser. After the application, I had enough left over to use a second time. I had on makeup, and this cleanser removes makeup easily and thoroughly with one wash. Afterwards, I applied a layer of the Montagne Jeunesse Chocolate Masque to my face and let it dry. I’d say it took about 15-20 minutes for it to dry completely because it is so thick.

Mask after it was applied — Montagne Jeunesse Chocolate Masque after it was applied

My Thoughts:

The Montagne Jeunesse Chocolate Masque is super thick. It went on smoothly, and the best part of it all, if you like chocolate, is the scent. It smelled good enough to eat. I will admit, I was tempted to taste it (don’t judge me). The mask took a while to dry, as I stated above. That didn’t bother me, I usually let my masks sit on my face while I’m doing something else around the house anyway. When the mask does dry, and you stretch your face, it begins to crumble off.

Mask after it dries — Montagne Jeunesse Chocolate Masque after it dries

I didn’t have any trouble with it rinsing off, I did use a face cloth though, so that could have been why. After washing it off, I did not see any immediate differences; however, the next morning, my skin was softer, smoother, and looked better.

Would I recommend?

It wouldn’t hurt to try the mask for the price. I experienced no break outs from using it. If I came across it in a store, I would purchase it again.

Disclosure: The Montagne Jeunesse Chocolate Masque item was provided to me for free through Influenster.com. I was not paid for this post, nor will I be compensated. The opinions are my own, and are 100% honest.

L’Occitane for Me? Sure, why not!

February 28, 2013 by Kim S. / blog, Reviews / 0 comments

L'Occitane Shower Gel — L-R: L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil & Fleur De Vanille Shower Gel

My super amaze-balls husband picked up some L’Occitane products for me for Valentine’s Day and just because. As you can see, I damn near KILLED each bottle. I’ve wanted these for the longest. I placed them on my pinterest wishlist board, and he got them for me out of the blue. How thoughtful, right?

Both the L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil ($24) and the Fleur De Vanille Shower gel leave my skin, exceptionally soft, and lightly scented. You can definitely tell when I use either product because once I leave the bathroom door open, the scent escapes and lingers throughout the house, even to the next floor!

I honestly prefer the Almond Shower Oil over the regular shower gel. I think the scent is better, and it lathers more. I love when my shower gels lather well.

L’Occitane describes the Almond Shower Oil as follows:

The Almond Shower Oil transforms into a lavish, softening foam that gently cleanses, leaving a satiny softness all over the body. Rich in Almond oil and nourishing lipids, this shower oil can also be used for shaving, allowing the razor to glide smoothly over the skin.

The husband also picked up for me, the Limited Edition L’Occitane Shea Butter Date Bouquet Ultra Rich Body Cream ($22). It’s thick, creamy, and lightweight. It has a light, fresh scent, too! I love it. I’ve only been using it for a little over two weeks, and I’m halfway done with the product. I’m way too heavy-handed when it comes to applying body products. That’s what’s going to kill my pockets! LOL But, who likes to go out with dry, ashy skin? NO ONE! Anyway, I like how my skin feels after using this. It’s soft, and moisturized. It lasts throughout the day, too!

This cream is described as:

Indulge with this exquisitely rich body cream, made with 25% shea butter to envelop dry skin in supreme comfort and softness. Like a mouth-watering treat, its fragrance of exotic dates delights with a surprising oriental twist.

The striking design of this Limited Edition collection recalls the baskets made by women of Burkina Faso, West Africa, where L’OCCITANE Shea Butter is sourced. The colors and patterns of each product are inspired by these hand-made baskets and the blazing African sun.

So far, I’m in-love with L’Occitane products. I also have their handcream. Too bad, I used it all before I was able to post about it 🙁