July 2010 Favorites & Sunday’s Haul

In July, I found myself shopping in my own makeup drawers and using the products that never got any love. I have a bad habit of sticking to the same routine daily so that about 90% of my makeup collection goes unused -I know, horrible! So, I tried my best to stay out of my comfort zone and use new or older products that were nearly forgotten.

1. Eyeko Graffiti Eyeliner Pens- I’ve been using these non-stop since I got them. I love every single color and I’m proud of myself for not sticking with the usual black or brown liquid liner daily. They lost very long and are super easy to apply taking the fuss out my my morning routine.

2. Revlon Polish in Peach Petal- A nail polish usually wouldn’t be part of my “favorites lists” as I’m not big on doing my nails. However, I’ve been loving this shade since I bought it on clearance for $1.25. I absolutely adore this shade on my toes -it’s very natural and goes with everything (LOL I didn’t want to put you through the horror of seeing a picture of my feet.) Also, I’ve found that while 2 coats is good enough, 3 coats is better.

3. ELF Studio Blush Brush- I really like this brush for contouring and have been using it daily since I bought it about 3 weeks ago. It’s actually a lot better for contouring than the Sephora Brand flat blush brush I bought.

4. NARS Modern Love Eyeshadow Palette- I bought this months ago during some major NARS hauling but never got around to reviewing it. Since then, I’ve pretty much neglected it as I had other palettes to use but was seriously missing out. I love the palette. This contains some great neutral shades (light and dark), which I of course love. The only downside is that I don’t see the shades fitting together “perfectly” and I often use shades from other palettes and singles with these.

5. Collistar Double Effect Eyeshadow Wet&Dry Single in 4 Beige Rosato- I bought this along with another Collistar single at a Sephora in Italy a few months back (kept forgetting to review them) and had never gotten around to using them. This is very pretty both wet or dry and is a warm beige with loads of fine gold shimmer. I like applying this over NARS Alhambra.

6. Boots High Lights Illuminating Lotion- I bought this at Target a really long time ago (explains the missing cap) and have recently started using it again. I mix this in with my lotion and apply it to my entire face. Used lightly, this gives a nice dewy effect and makes you glow! You can also use it for a single area like above the cheekbones. Don’t over do it or you’ll end up looking like a vampire from Twilight.

Above (no flash): Boots High Lights Illuminating Lotion

Yesterday I went to Walmart to “just look around.” We all know what happens after that..

1. NYC Blushable Crème Stick in Plaza Pink

2. NYC Blushable Crème Stick in South Street Seashell

3. Extra Fruit Sensations Gum in Strawberry Banana

4. Motrin 100 Ct Bottle

5. Orange Pashmina

I was really happy to find the NYC Blushable Crème Sticks as I haven’t been able to find them anywhere. I was also super excited to find the Fruit Sensations Strawberry Banana Gum. I’ve searched everywhere for it and finally found it in another city! I also picked up some Motrin. I’ve been really irritated because I like to buy the big bottle of of 250 or 300 (I forget) since it’s a better value. They don’t have it anywhere -not Target, Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, Safeway, and everywhere else I’ve searched (many bottles were recalled.) I guess I was lucky to even find the 100 ct.

Later in the evening, my boyfriend’s mom came home and showed me loads of new jewelry and accessories she bought in the City that day. She gave me 1 of the 6 pashminas she bought -I chose the orange. The material feels super luxurious and I love the bright splash of color. I absolutely love it and can’t wait to wear it will some plain white tops.