Makeup By Kim Porter

Review: Laura Geller Eye Rimz Eyeliner “Blue Voodoo” and “Plum Like it Hot” (Photos & Swatches)

I Was first introduced to Laura Geller products while watching QVC late nights while I was pregnant.  The first thing that caught my eye were the eye rimz, more specifically, the beautiful “Blue Voodoo” shade.    When I had the opportunity to try the Dusk to Dawn Dazzle Holiday Kit ($35 available at Ulta), I jumped on it. 

 

 


 

This is a look I created with the “Blue Voodoo” eye rimz.  It looks more black than blue in this photo, however, in person the color shows blue. I’m a little disappointed that the color did not appear as the vibrant blue. The color of the eye rimz are intense; however, I did find that you have to use a base to ensure you experience the full intensity of the product.  I experienced very little, if any fall-out.  And, since eye rimz double as an eyeliner, I used the shadow shifter to create a deeper liner on my lower and upper lash lines. The shadow shifter tranforms the eye rimz into a  rich, creamy consistency.

I suggest applying a wet layer of the eye rimz, then applying a dry layer to set it, or do as I did and use a base.

 

 

From swatching both eye rimz on my hand with and without the shadow shifter, I noticed higher intensity of color using the shadow shifter, and the eye rimz did not budge.   The eye rimz were easily removed with soap and water. 

 

L-R: Blue Voodoo Wet & dry; Plum Like it Hot Dry/Wet

 

Would I recommend?
Due to its versatility, I would suggest it. If you are a novice at applying makeup, you will either end up frustrated with the application or love it as you play with it and learn to use it.

Eye Rimz are available on LauraGeller.com, Sephora and QVC. The Dusk to Dawn Dazzle Holiday Kit may be found at Ulta locations.

Disclosure: This product was provided to me by the company or its PR for review purposes. I was not compensated for this review. This is my honest opinion.

Laura Geller wants you to give a little bit of New York for the holidays

Laura Geller Make-Up Introduces Holiday Collections

Inspired by the Shimmering Lights of New York City

 

Native New Yorker, Laura Geller shows her love of the Empire City, during one of its best times, the holidays.  Twinkling lights, the Rockettes and Rockefeller Center all capture the glamour and festivity of the holiday season, which Laura Geller has uniquely captured with her Holiday 2012 Collection, Only in New York, a 3 act love story.”  The collection includes 3 signature kits that are adorned with Laura’s favorite quintessential NYC landmark – the magical Rockefeller Plaza rink and sparkling tree.  The kits can be found at ULTA stores or ulta.com.

 

New York Love Story ($29):

A complete face palette that captures the magic of New York City.  This romantic collection is packed with all of the elements needed to transform from day to night, fresh faced to sultry…

Eye Shadows: A new Start (matte vanilla), Chance Encounter (light berry pink with sheen), and Under the Tree (Dark Brown).

Blush in First Kiss:  This blush gives a subtle, matte glow due to light reflective pigments.

Lip gloss in Hand -in-Hand, and Happily Ever After (nice berry tone for fall)

 

 

Dusk to Daw Dazzle ($35):

This set contains one of my favorite items from Laura Geller, the Eye Rimz Baked Eye Shadow Wet/Dry Eyeliner in Plum Like it Hot, and the gorgeous Blue Voodoo.

Shadow Shifter: used to transform all Laura Geller eye shadows and eye rim into eyeliners for more intensity.

 

 

 

Lips in Lights ($15):

This collection is for those ladies who love bling and shimmer.  This collection of Laura Geller’s BIG CITY Shine Lip Glosses feature a patented gel technology that deliver extra lustrous color and shine, without the stickiness.  It also includes Peptide Complex and Marine Filling Collagen Microspheres, which create a voluptuous looking pout.  Mango, Kokam and Shea Butter leave lips feeling super soft and conditioned.

Shades included in this set…

Starstruck (creamy copper)

All that Glitters (gold with hints of sparkle)

Spotlight (shimmery silver)

 

 

Friends & Family Sales: Sephora Spin to Win {Updated}

Friends and Family sale season is upon us .:whoo hoo:. 

 


 

This means, the biggest one of them all, Sephora, is having theirs soon! 

Sephora’s Friends and Family sale is running from October 18, 2012 through October 31, 2012.

The 20% discount will provide you with 20% off of online purchases only, but, if you spend $50 or more shipping is FREE! I am not sure if there will be a designated link per each registered Sephora customer like last year, but just be on the look out. In the meantime, get your wishlist ready! I already starting thinking about what I want.

UPDATED:  Seems like Sephora Employee’s are the only ones receiving the 20% discount this year.  Some people have had luck retrieving a discount code from nice Sephora employee’s by calling their local Sephora.  There is rumored to be a VIB discount during the first week of November. 

 

 

In other great beauty news… Sephora launched Sephora launched an online beauty roulette game where you spin the wheel to reveal a code for a deluxe beauty sample, 10% off your purchase or free shipping. The prizes will change weekly until 10/25/2012. 

I spun and won…

Shiseido Urban Environment Oil-Free UV Protector SPF 42 deluxe sample (0.23 oz) free with next purchase.

Wheel goodies and codes this week:

All codes are available through 10/31.

 

Also, if you sign-up with ebates.com and use it when you shop Sephora, you can get cash back!

Disclosure:strong> I am just passing along this information. I am not affiliated with any of the brands mentioned in this post. If you do use the ebates.com link, I will receive compensation for the referral.

Fall Skincare: Algenist’s NEW Triple-Act​ion Micropolis​h & Peel – Your Skin Has Never Felt Better

 

Yesterday, while at an Algenist event I was able to test the Algenist  Triple-Action Micropolish & Peel.   I was amazed by the results.   I knew this was a product that I just had to share with you, especially since the weather is getting colder, which means we need something that is going to exfoliate our skin. 

“I don’t want skin that is smoother, more radiant and effortlessly luminous,” said no one, ever!  So, Algenist made it a little easier for anyone to achieve with their Triple-Action Micropolish & Peel. 

What does it do?

The Algenist Triple-Action Micropolish & Peel allows skin transformation that goes beyond exfoliation to immediately retexturize and brighten skin with a resurfacing formulation combined with a microdermabrasion and a chemical peel that is gentle enough to use up to two times a week.  Alguronic Acid and Glycolic Acid are paired for the first time, creating a solution that not only increases cell turnover to exfoliate the skin while reducing inflammation, but also works to lift dead skin cells and break the bonds that keep them attached to skin.  Within 10 days, the Triple-Action Micropolish & Peel is clinically proven to improve skin texture and tone, reduce visibility of lines and wrinkles and boost skin’s radiance.

My thoughts:

I only tested the product on my hand, which I will admit has been very dry lately due to this weather here in New York City.  It felt gentle going on, even with micropolishing crystals.  After rinsing, the lines and dryness on the backs of my hand were gone.  My skin in the area was remarkably smoother and more radiant than on the hand I did not use it.  Needless to say, I can’t wait to try it on my face!  I will be sure to get back to you with a full review.

The 2 fl oz Triple-Action Micropolish and Peel is available NOW on QVC.com for $68.16 +S&H (Orig. $75).  It sounds pricey, but with using this product twice per week, and only a pea-sized amount, you will get atleast 4 months usage from this product.

 

 

Disclosure:  Product mentioned in this post was provided to me by the company or its PR.  All thoughts in this post are my own.