Reviews and a tip...

So here are my final reviews of some products. This isn't everything I need to review, but it's most of them.

1. Bourjois Liquid Eyeshadow in Molecule d'or-This is a really good eye shadow! I saw MakeupGeek use this e/s in one of her looks, so I had to try it. This product is sold at Ulta for sure, and it is kind of pricey so be warned. However, I love the creaminess of it and I think the color is gorgeous. I am definitely going to check out some other colors.

2. MAC's Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder-I'm pretty sure I've talked about this one before, but I can't say enough...this product is wonderful! It just finished out your skin and makes it just look smoother and well, finished. I'm not sure if this product is permanent, but everyone should go check it out at their local MAC counter.

3. Clinique Dramatically Different Lotion-So I couldn't make up my mind on this until the other day when my chin was really dry. I put this lotion on my face, and honestly it did nothing. It's kind of a more runny lotion so be warned, and it might work for some people. However, I have really dry skin right now, so I'm going to have to still to my Dove Moisturizer.

4. Benefit Bad Gal Lash-Horrible!! I know I've talked about this one, and believe me, definitely PASS on this crappy mascara!

5. CHI 44 Iron Guard-This is such a good heat protectant! It smells sooo good and it just helps to smooth my hair right before I straighten it. I even curled my hair the other day with my straightener and use this stuff, and it looked to pretty and smooth.

6. Best Bath Store Products-As mentioned in several other blogs...I love this store. But, I will have to say that one of their products didn't really keep working for me and I had to go back to what I was using before.

a.) Acne Bar-This is wonderful! I even bought the full size of it. I use

this bar after I wash my face with another cleanser to get all my makeup off. It really helps to smooth my skin and make it feel even cleaner. I would definitely recommend this!

(Pictured in soap dish from Walmart that is like 97 cents)

b.) Acne Gel-This is the product that I will not be getting anymore. I

got a couple breakouts and used this product, and it didn't seem to have an effect, so, I went back to me Clean and Clear and the breakouts cleared up completely in 2 days!

c.) Facial Scrub-Love this stuff, too! I use this about once a week and

it really just makes my skin feel wonderful and smooth.

d.) Pore Refining Toner-This product is good, but I don't think I'm
going to purchase the full size in it. I don't know, it seemed to work really good for awhile and now I can't really tell the difference. Maybe if I go back to using my old toner I'll see how good this one is, but as of right now I'll use my samples and that's it.

e.) Intense Under Eye Treatment-I got this sample because I do have slight dark circles as well as under my eyes was really dry. I used this for a few nights and really liked how it felt under my eyes, however, it made my eyes really water so I think that there might be something in it that I'm allergic to. My recommendation on this product would be to try a sample and make sure you don't have the same reaction.

So I think that's all the reviews I have right now. I do have a couple more reviews on some products I got from the Best Bath store, but I want to use them more before I review. I really wanted to tell everyone now about Urban Decay's Primer Potion (UDPP)...

I've always really liked UDPP, but like everyone else I hate the packaging. I've used it for a couple months, and I've really been having trouble getting any out. Like most people I was getting ready to toss it. However, a few weeks ago I saw on YouTube how to get the most from you UDPP and I watched as someone cut the bottle in order to dip all the product out. I really thought this looked kind of difficult and not worth it. But, I really liked this product, and I had some time today, so I cut the bottle. Sure enough there was TONS left!! I just wanted to tell you guys that it's an easy process, just cut the bottle at the top and bottle, and you would not believe all that comes out. As I've said I've used mine for awhile, and I still had a lot left! (Pictured in one of the containers at Walmart-2/97cents)

For you people thinking you'll just buy Too Faced Shadow Insurance (TFSI) let me tell you that UDPP is so much better! I hate TFSI and wish I had never purchased it. It may work well on oily lids, but it did nothing for me.

Well, I think that's it for now. Can't wait to go to TN, hopefully I'll have an awesome haul when I get back! =)

LATER!

TARYN

Some Pictures...

I've been thinking I've needed to put up some pictures of things I've been talking about, so I took a couple tonight. More to come =)

So here are the drawers from Walmart I was talking about. They come in 3 or 5 drawers and range from $4-$7. I even stack them on top of each other so I can store more without taking up more counter space. Since I don't depot my MAC e/s, I have them put into drawers based on the color group. I love these things, haha!

Here are a couple pictures of the samples I got from the Best Bath Store, too. The jars are about as big as a quarter, and are completely full (except for the Intensive Eye Cream, so be warned!)!

This is a picture of the empty jars you can get at Walmart 2 for 97 cents. They are great to put anything in and they are slightly bigger in diameter than a quarter. They come in pink, yellow, and purple (as shown).

This is a picture of some more storage containers I got at Walmart. They have these long ones as well as ones that are bigger in width all 3 for $1. They work great in your drawers to keep things organized.

Above is my favorite brush I've gotten from Coastal Scents. It's short, but still slightly pointed so it's perfect for my crease! I use it all the time. I believe it is the one they say is comparable to MAC's 226. I don't own that brush yet so I can't say if it does, but it is a great brush for those of us on a budget!

These are pictures of paint pot samples I've got from All Beauty. As you can tell the samples are about the size or a quarter, and have a lot in them (But they are NOT completely full)! I've used this one like about three times and there is still a lot in there!! I apply it with a brush and just make sure there is a nice even, thin coat all over my lid. I think having these samples are a great way to see which ones you want to own as well as not wasting a lot of money on things you might only use every once in a while.

Well, that's all my pictures for now. I hope this was somewhat helpful...More to come of course! Including more reviews and hopefully my haul from CCO this weekend!!

Later Gators!

TARYN

A new day...new products!!

So I had a doctor's appointment today, and while I was out I decided to treat myself to some goodies. Not too many, since I've said twenty million times, I'm going to TN next week to my first CCO and such. However, I couldn't resist getting a couple things. OH! But you will be proud, I didn't even go into MAC, I swear I'm waiting until after TN and after the next collection in May comes out, since there are some things I'm waiting in that. Also, I'm waiting for some reviews on the Rose Romance Collection on YouTube to see if I need anything from it.

Anyways, but to what I did get...I went into Sephora and Victoria's Secret as well as I had placed an order with Sephora and it was waiting here for me when I got home (such a nice little surprise=))

First from my Sephora store experience:

1. Smashbox HD concealer-I recently got the MAC studio sculpt concealer, and don't get me wrong I really like it, however, it doesn't work well under my eye, so I decided to try this one. I don't have really dark circle or anything, but I just want something to make that area look more smooth. Hopefully this product will be it =)

2. Urban Decay 24/7 Eye Pencil in Zero-So I was going back and forth between trying this one or Stila, and I asked a couple of the girls there and they both said to get this one. I have fluidline from MAC which I LOVE and where everyday, but I wanted a pencil eyeliner I could smudge and make less dramatic if I wanted.

3. Sephora Body Butter-This was my free deluxe sample, and actually it smells really good, so I'll have to see if it's greasy or what.

4. Murad Clarifying Cleanser-This was just a small sample the clerk threw in my bag (they have started doing this lately which I think is a great idea!). I'm always up for trying new cleanser, so I'll have to see what this one is like. I'll have to get on Sephora.com though and see if I can use it to get eye makeup off or if it's just a cleanser.

From my online order from Sephora...

1. NARS Madly Blush-As published before, I ordered this because Tiffany (MakeupByTiffanyD) used it in a tutorial and I just thought it was too pretty not to own.

From Victoria's Secret...

1. Beauty Rush Liquid Glitter Liner in Platinumania (Silver)-So I was checking out, and I saw this and thought it might be pretty with certain looks, maybe even over black liner to give sparkle. I know, I'm such a sucker, haha.

2. Beauty Rush Cream Shadow in True Blue-They has these products 2/$12 and I thought the color was pretty, and that it might work as a base.

So...that was all the makeup stuff I got. I've been thinking about taking some pics of the things I talk about so that way people can see them. I don't know, I'm still getting used to all this blogging stuff, haha.

Now off to see the bf and go get some Mexican...YEAH! =)

Later!

TARYN

Best Bath Store...Best thing EVER!!!

Okay, so I just got done using the Best Bath Store's Face Scrub, and it is amazing! My skin feels so smooth and wonderful. I swear, I think I might have finally found my night time routine with the Best Bath Store line. The scrub you just use every once in awhile, but I swear, my skin is clearing up really well, and it's not drying out at all!!! If I haven't said it enough, everyone should check out this place, and AT LEAST get 5 free samples. I think I'm going to have to try some more things soon. Also, in case I haven't said it before...the samples are like really good sized. I've used these products every night since I've got them, and I've still got plenty left over. GO TRY THEM!!! =)

On a not so good note...Benefit Bad Gal Lash. It's awful! You might as well not even waste time putting mascara on, it does absolutely nothing but make my lashes darker, haha. If you were going to buy this mascara, STOP, and save up for like MUFE Smokey Lash or try Bee Royal or ANYTHING else, haha. I will say that if you don't want to spend the money for Smokey Lash there are really good mascaras at drug stores/Walmart. For example, I really like Rimmel, the pink one, I'm not sure what the name is and their new one in the purple tube is okay too but you have to put on several coats to get good volume. My favorite cheap kind is Max Factor's 2000 Calories. I don't care much for the Extreme one, just the original, and it's really good, best mascara I had used before Smokey Lash actually. But whatever you do, don't get Bad Gal Lash!! I've had 2 samples of this stuff, and I've thrown both away!!!

Also, I've finally made up my mind on the Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder by Mac...it's great! I realized this yesterday when after I put it on, it just seemed to make my skin glow and look so healthy. It may be the good skin routine I have going, too, but I love this powder stuff, too. It just seems to mold into your skin and even everything and just put a nice finishing touch on your face. I've used Mineral Veil before, and I thought it was good, but this stuff is wonderful!

So, as a re-cap...Pass on Benefit's Bad Gal Lash, but sooo try Best Bath Store!! And also, if you're on the hunt for a good finishing powder then try MAC's Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder.

On a side note...I just placed an order with Bee Royal for 2 mascaras and a lipstick, so those will be added to the review list as soon as I get them. =)

Later =) Go to bestbathstore.com!!!!!

TARYN

A Ramble

So I realized today that I have a makeup addiction, haha. I was really trying to not buy makeup right now because 1) I'm going to a CCO (Cosmetic Company Outlet) in two weeks and I wanted to save money in case I found a bunch of awesome stuff 2) I don't really need anything!!! and 3) I wanted to save money and room for a couple of the MAC collections coming up since I already have a couple things picked out for them (I know, I'm a dweeb).

However...I still just ordered ANOTHER blush from Sephora. And why you might ask? Because Tiffany aka MakeupByTiffanyD just used it in a tutorial and said it was pretty. I know, I'm really pathetic. I did still have that 15% off coupon though...does that make it better? I know, not really. I don't know, I've recently been into using blushes, I think they help conceal my bright cheeks with a pretty peachy or tanish color. =)

I also wanted to add that I am still using the Best Bath Store products, and I really am liking them! I think I'm going to definitely have to get more of the toner, I think that is what is making my skin feel so good. I'll of course keep using them and try to keep updating on my thoughts, but as of right now, I really like them.

One other tip I wanted to share is the awesome plastic drawer thingys that Walmart sells! I have like 7 of the smallest ones in my bathroom holding all my makeup and like 2 of the big ones in my room helping to organize my stuff. These things are great to help organize anything, and they are really affordable too!!

Well, I guess that's it for today. I had just used the face stuff and wanted to share that I think they are really good products! Hope you all are having a great day!

LATER!

Taryn

A little review and some makeup tips...

So in this entry I wanted to share a couple reactions to the things I've been using so far as well as share some eye makeup looks that are quick, easy, but still look good.

First off, the reviews.

1. MAC's Zoom Lash Mascara-So, I've used this mascara now for a couple days and I have to say that I'm not too impressed. Maybe it's just that I'm spoiled with Makeup Forever's Smokey Lash, but I don't think it's any better that others I've tried. It does lengthen some (repeat SOME), but there's no real volume and after a few hours it does start to flake on my cheeks. I'll try to use it a few more times, maybe when I'm not working so see if it doesn't flake. I'll also try adding a couple more coats to see if that helps.

2. Clinique Dramatically Different Lotion-So, when I bought this I was sooo excited about it, because I've heard it was really good for dry skin. To me, it was okay. It's kind of runny so be warned, but it does do alright. I think my Dove moisturizer is better, but as with the mascara I'll use it a bit more to fully decide on whether I will ever re-purchase.

3. CHI 44 Iron Guard-I LOVE THIS STUFF!! So, I was really wanting a heat guard that smelled good as well as helped my hair look shiny and good, and this is it! I absolutely love the smell and my hair felt so silky after using this product! I will definitely keep using this product and keep buying it! =)

4. Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder (MAC)-I really can't decide about this stuff. I think I can tell a difference after applying it, but I'm not completely sold on it yet. I will definitely have to use this when I'm not going to work and running around to see the staying power of it and if it does make my skin look better.

That's really all the products I'm got to use so far this weekend. I've been working A LOT this weekend and so I haven't tried the others, but I will try to start using them and get back on here to report my opinion. Now on to some simple looks...

These are a couple looks I've come up with when I'm in a hurry or if I'm going somewhere that I have to tone down the dramatic eyes. Sorry that I don't have pics to go with these looks, I'm not exactly a makeup guru here, haha. =)

OH! P.S.-All the eye shadows listed are by MAC

1. Naked Lunch (or Grand Entrance) all over the eye area and Sketch in the crease. You could even add Vanilla e/s as a highlight if you want or even Crystal Avalanche if you want more sparkle. I LOVE this look the most, because even though the colors aren't the dramatic, you still can have a slight smokey eye. Add some black eyeliner (I use blacktrack fluid line) and mascara and you're ready to go!

2. All That Glitters all over the eye with Antiqued in the crease. Here you could add Vanilla as a highlight or just blend with a little All That Glitters. This is a nice brown neutral look. I still put on my black eyeliner since I'm addicted to it, but i think this look would look good without any liner or a nice brown. This would also be a nice look to add a colored liner on the bottom lash line if you want as done by Allthatglitters21 and MakeupByTiffanyD. That is a cute way to make your eyes pop.

Well, I hope this was helpful...Later!

Taryn

A couple things I love, and maybe some bad ones, too...

So...I decided that I should post somethings that I have found to be really good items. This way, maybe someone who is looking for this will find something good.

1. MAC paint pots-These are such good bases!! They can double to either even out your skin tone, or a colored base works well under e/e to bring out that color. Paints are also good. As mentioned in a previous post, shopallbeauty.com is a great place to buy MAC PP samples.

2. Cosmedicine Healthy Cleanse Foaming Cleanser & Toner In One-I bought this product in a sample size from Sephora and fell in love!! I have then purchased 2 full size bottles since! I know it is expensive for $35, BUT it is a really good product, will last a long time, and I don't use it everyday. I use it at night when I come home and don't have time to get a shower to get all my makeup off. I love it, because it gets all my eye makeup off, even the blackest I've put on and mascara! It's a really good product. I bought the last bottle in January and I haven't even used half. Just shake it up, 3 pumps, and you're ready to go!

3. Bare Escentuals Buxom Lip glosses-I LOVE THESE GLOSSES!! If you like a lip plumper, and love the tingly effect, then these are for you! I have like 4 different colors and even a couple samples! I love the slight color the glosses have and of course that tingly feeling is what I love. I've even got my mom and sister hooked on these and they don't even use makeup that much!

4. Makeup Forever Smokey Lash-As recently described in a previous post, I think this mascara is the best I've ever tried. It lengthens, volumizes (? is that right?!?), it's great!

5. Naked Lunch e/s (By MAC)-I have recently discovered this eyeshadow, and I just think it's so pretty! I use it as a highlighter sometimes, but here lately I have been using it all over the eye and then adding Sketch to the crease-GORGEOUS and simple =)

6. YouTube-Especially Allthatglitters21 and MakeupByTiffanyD-Okay, I know this is dorky but these girls are so awesome! I love the looks they do, but they both just seem so sweet as well. I also follow them both on twitter (My twitter name is taryn205), and they both reply back to me and answer questions I have which I think makes them even awesomer, haha, yes, I know that's not really a word.

Well, I think that's it for all the love. Now onto the things I'm not lovin'...

1. College!!!-Sorry, I had to throw this one in. I'm down to my final year, and I am hating this semester. My classes are boring and pointless, and I am just overwhelmed with work!! Hopefully next semester will be better since I'll actually get to start teaching some. I know it's gonna be hard work, but at least it will be in something I like.

2. Cover Girl e/s-Okay, so i was hooked in by the awesome colors my Walmart had and I picked up some of them...they suck! You have to load on the color and by the time you get some, you look like it's been caked on, NOT a good sight, haha. Would definitely skip these and save up for MAC!

3. Lash Blast mascara-So I know some people love this stuff, I found it to be horrible! It does nothing but clump my lashes and does nothing to lengthen them.

So, I can't really think of anything else I'm hating on right now, but I'm sure with all the new products I've bought there will be something that is horrible. So far I love my CHI iron guard, and I'm still trying to decide on the Clinique lotion, but I'll keep you informed =)

Later!

TARYN

Another Haul...

Okay, so today in the mail I received a few more things. I had placed an order with Coastal Scents and Best Bath Store, so I wanted to share what I had purchased.

First, from Coastal Scents (CS). CS was having a sale on their gel liners: buy 3 get one free, so I HAD to order some since I think they are such good bases! I also ordered 2 brushes, since I love their brushes so much and they're so cheap!

1. Shade and Sahdow Brush-This is one of their new brushes that they are only going to have for a short time. To be honest, it's really small, but I think it still might be good to use to pack on color on the lid or even use as a highlight, I'll have to use it though to really know if it's good.

2. Sable Contour Brush-I was really excited to get this one, because I thought I could use it my crease. However, it's kinda short to do that, but I'll still try it out. They were out of the brush I really wanted for the crease, but oh well, it's nice to try new things.

3. Deep Plum Gel liner-This is a gorgeous deep purple color. Like I said, I really like to use these gel liners as a base, but in this case it might look good as a liner, too!

4. Sexy Pink Gel liner-To be honest, I don't really know why I chose this one, but I thought I MIGHT wear a pink look, so I might need it, haha.

5. Silk White Gel liner-I know some people might think I'm crazy for getting a white one, BUT it's nice to have a white base to help brighten your eye lid especially for brighter colors in the summer and spring. I have a NYX jumbo pencil in milk, but I thought I might like using the gel liner better.

6. Truffle Gel Liner-This a nice brown liner. Like the deep plum, I thought this would be nice to use as a base or liner, and I didn't have a good brown liner as of yet.

The order I placed with Best Bath Store was for all samples. I got to pick out 5 samples for free and only had to pay the shipping which was $7. I know that might seem like a lot, but these samples are actually really good sized!! They also included a 15% off coupon on my next order from them.

So, I had heard about this place through AllthatGlitters21, and when she said you could get free samples I knew I had to try it. Here are the samples I got:

1. Acne Treatment Gel-I used this tonight for the first time, so of course I can't give a good review on it just yet, but I will say it does stink. HOWEVER, if it works, I'll look past the smell =). I have a few breakouts right now, since it is almost "that time", so we'll see if it helps clear it up at all.

2. Dead Sea Foot Scrub-I am always looking for really good foot products that will make my feet smooth and pretty, especially since it's flip flop season. I'll have to use it maybe this upcoming week and report back on it if does anything.

3. Pore Refining Facial Toner-Once again, this product kind of stinks-think old man cologne, haha. However, like with the gel, if it works and makes my skin look good, I can overlook the smell.

4. Dead Sea Facial Scrub-Elle (Allthatglitters21) had said something about this one, so I thought I wouldtry it. I'll try to use it this week, too. Elle said the smell wasn't too bad on this one, so I'll have to see.

5. Acne Facial Bar-This one doesn't stink as bad as the toner, but it does have an odd smell. Hopefully it'll work though. =)

So there is all of what I got in the mail today. I'll try to keep up on the reviews for my new products and we'll see how good everything is =). Now it's off to work on school stuff...yeah.

Later =)

TARYN

My haul today, haha =)

Ok, so today I got paid, and like any other normal 20-something, I HAD to go shopping!! I got some things I've been wanting, but I also got some samples that I will have to share on if it was any good or not.

For starters, I recently discovered I have an Ulta near me. As in, I just found out last night. My sister did inform me though that it's been there for years, haha. Anyways, I had to try it today. For anyone that hasn't been to one, it does remind you of Sephora. However, they have drug store brands as well as some really expensive brands. Ulta, like Sephora, offers a reward card that depending on how much you spend within a season you get free stuff, which I LOVE free stuff, haha. Today I went though really just wanting to check it out, but I did get a couple things.

1. CHI 44 Iron Guard-I've been needing a good thermal protection spray since I do straighten my hair almost everyday. The ones I've tried though either don't really do anything or stink so bad! So, I broke down and paid the money for this one which smells great and I know CHI makes great products.

2. OPI nail polish in La Paz-itively Hot-I had another one of these, and mine was like empty so I just picked up a spare. I love this pink!! It's my fav throughout the summer to wear on my toes and nails--GORGEOUS!

3. Bourjois Liquid Eyeshadow in #31 Molecule d'or-This was my impulse buy I have to admit. I've seen MakeupGeek use this in her videos, and I've been thinking about getting it, so I just broke down and got. I'll try to give a good review of it coming up.

After my stop there I of course had to go by MAC. I didn't really buy too much there, since I am trying to save up when I go to my first CCO next month. YEAH! =) I just got two things:

1. Bronze eyeshadow-A beautiful shimmery brown that I saw MakeupByTiffanyD use in her Kim Kardashian look.

2. Prep and Prime Transparent Finishing Powder-This is a product Tiffany had reviewed in her videos as well, and I wanted to try it. When the MA used it on me, I could actually tell a difference in my skin, it just looked so much smoother!! The real test will me if I can make it look good, haha. Once again, I'll try to post a review up after I've used it a few times.

I will admit I was kind of upset at MAC's since I really wanted to buy Vellum e/s and the girl told me it was discounted, but it was still on the website so I might have to order it. I think there is still free shipping right now, so I might have to break down and buy it, too.

My next time was Sephora since I had a 15% off coupon!! I love good deals. I have to say that Sephora is probably one of my favorite places. They give you samples now with like each purchase, they have a great rewards program, and if you're an insider you get awesome coupons emailed to you! It's a great store =) So, I only actually bought 2 things, but then I got 2 samples.

1. Makeup Forever Smokey Lash-I've had this in samples before and I love this mascara!! It makes my lashes longer and thicker, it's so great! So, when I got my coupon I knew I was gonna buy me a full sized one. This is the best mascara I've ever tried!

2. Clinique Dramatically Different Lotion-I've always heard really good things about this lotion, so when I saw a large sample of it for $10 I had to pick it up. I have dry skin, so I've been trying to find something that will really work on my face and help my nose from looking peely (is that a word?!?!). I'll post up a review of this later, as well.

3. Benefit Bad Gal Lash-As my deluxe sample I picked this mascara. I think I've tried this one before and didn't really like it. However, it was free so I thought what the heck? haha...add this one to the review list, too.

4. Bliss Best of Skin moisturizer-This was a small sample the clerk just threw in my bag. Sephora has started doing this where they will give small samples to everyone of different stuff, and I think this is AWESOME!! Not sure if I'll actually use it, but like I said, I love free stuff! =)

My last little bit of stuff came from a MAC order I placed. They had a deal going that you could place an order, get free shipping AND get a sample of Zoom lash mascara, so I of course had to place a small order. I only got 2 e/s...aren't you proud?!?!

1. Chrome Yellow e/s-A gorgeous bright yellow matte color. I thought this would be pretty in the summer when I have some actual color to pair with like orange and pink e/s for a tropical look.

2. Creme de Violet-A very shimmery purple. I had seen this in a couple tutorials on YouTube so I decided to get it, too.

3. Zoom Lash mascara-My freebie! I've heard mixed reviews about this mascara, so I'm glad they were offering samples. I'll have to see how I like it.

Well, that was finally it!! I'll try to keep updated on my reviews of this stuff so hopefully if it's crap no one has to waste their money. Later people! =)

Randomness about things I've discovered =)

Okay, so recently I've realized I have actually had a couple people read my blog. I've also decided that I have found out some tips and stuff that I should pass along...especially to those that are as into make-up as me =)

1. They sell these little empty containers at Walmart, 2 for like 97 cents! I use these for EVERYTHING! I put moisturizer in them, foundation, my UDPP after I de-bottled it, they are great! And the best thing is that they come in cute colors like yellow (my fav), pink, blue, etc. You can find them in the beauty side near the travel stuff.

2. This is one I'm sure EVERYONE knows about, but I just found it...specktra.net. This website is great! What I love is how they tell you about all the upcoming collections! They don't have swatches it seems, but they give a description. You can go under the collection tab or under forums. Forums is where they will tell collections like through the summer, it's a great thing for MAC lovers like me =).

3. For anyone who doesn't know about MAC pigment samples, it's a great way to get LE pigments or try ones before paying $20 for one!! I get mine from shopallbeauty.com and thebodyneeds2.com. Both are GREAT websites, but let me tell you about each one. All Beauty is great because they have different size pigments as well as other products like foundation, UDPP, TFSI, face products, etc. However, it may take up to a couple of weeks to get your order. The body needs is quicker shipping, but all they have is pigments and glitter. Also, the samples only come in one size, and with some you can only get one sample.

4. Ok, now for one post NOT so great...Spell Cosmetics. So, I've watched people on YouTube and they ALL talk up Spell, so I ordered some stuff. Two e/s and lip glosses, AND...they sucked. The eyeshadow were not very pigmented, and I really had to load a lot on my eyes. The lipglosses, I really liked one of the colors, but they dried out my lips, not very glossy in my opinion. So, I won't be ordering anymore from Spell. Too expensive for the crappy products I got!

5. On to a good website...coastalscents.com. This place rocks!!! I've ordered some of their brushes, AMAZING quality. I also got some of their gel liners which I love to use as colored bases. Needless to say I will order from them again, and in fact I have an order coming to me soon of more gel liners since they were on sale.

That's really all for now, I guess. I know I don't have too many people reading these, but I like writing anyway, it gives me a type of release, haha.

Later!

Taryn

Stressed OUT!!!

So right now I am so stressed about just everything! I'm in the middle of this semester and it seems like I have so much going on and due. Then on top of that I'm stressing about next school year because hopefully I'll be graduating and I'm worried about getting a job. AND THEN I'm stressing about my relationship. Don't get me wrong, I know I love Anthony, but my sister said something to me the other day that really worries me...that he is going to be just like his father. His father is a horrible man! He cheats, drinks, thinks he's God's gift to the world, etc. I can see that Anthony does sometimes have a similar attitude as him, but I never thought he would be JUST LIKE him. It worries me because I don't really believe in divorce, I don't want to go through that. So, I don't want to marry Anthony just to turn around and be hurt because he is cheating on me. Geez, I'm just so stressed! I had to vent somewhere, and I figure that no one reads this anyway so I would write here. Later!