Monday, August 18, 2014

First Product Review | Benefit They're Real! Push-Up Liner

Hello!!

I recently purchased Benefit's new eyeliner because I have been hearing a lot about it for quite some time. I've now had it for over a week without using it, simply because I haven't had anywhere to go that I deemed worthy of a look featuring this liner. 

Today I am going on an outing to The Grove with my best friend, so I decided it was the perfect time to try it out and post a review. 

Packaging- I love the packaging. It is very "benefit-esque." It's simple and clean and I really like that. 
Design- The design of the applicator is honestly the most innovative thing I have ever seen or used. I'm a little obsessed, and I couldn't wait to see if it really worked!

Actual liner formula- The formula of the liner is gel, yes. However, it is a kind of clumpy gel. It wasn't completely smooth going on, which was a little disappointing. On the bright side, it is very pigmented and dark, which is nice!!
Application- After clicking the pen about a million times to get the gel out I was finally ready to apply! It was honestly so easy. It couldn't have taken me more than 5 minutes for both eyes and they were even!! I was very very impressed at how close to the lash-line it got and how nice it looked. 

This picture was before I added mascara
Did it last?- Yes. After about 10-12 hours of wearing this liner it was still perfectly in tact, through sun and sweat. 
Removal- SO HARD TO GET OFF. I guess that's a good thing. It's ironic because the reason I love it so much is because it was so close to my lash-line, but that also made it so difficult to remove. I was able to get it all off using q-tips and Clinique's Naturally Gentle Eye Makeup Remover and Neutrogena make up removing wipes for the little remaining bits and my mascara. 
Overall- I'm very happy with this purchase and I cannot wait to use this liner again. 

That's all for now!

-Emily

Benefit They're Real! Push-Up Liner can be purchased by clicking here.

All opinions expressed belong to me and all products were purchased using my own money. This post was not sponsored in any way. 



Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Helloooo | First Post

Hello!

I don't really know where to begin or what to say, but here goes nothing!

Hi, I'm Emily. I have always had a passion for all things pretty, shiny, and sparkly (and expensive, unfortunately for me). Fashion and makeup are two things I really feel comfortable with and knowledgable about. I hope one day to pursue a career as a fashion writer and makeup artist. I feel like I have so much to say about the world of fashion, and I thought this blog would be the perfect place to start voicing my thoughts. My goal with this blog is simply to share the things I love with others. If one person reads this and gets something out of it I will be very happy with that.

That's all for now!

-Emily