MAC Blankety Lipstick Review and Swatch

Hey Beauties!

Mac Lipsticks come in a huge variety of colors and finishes, and are always so fun to wear! Blankety is one of my all time favorite nude lipsticks. The amplified texture of Blankety feels so amazing on the lips. The soft creamy texture makes this lipstick feel very moisturizing and hydrating on the lips.  I really love it!!

MAC says this is a soft pink beige, In my opinion it shows a touch of pink with a nude brown tone. It’s a great color to wear if you want a soft simple look.  It's great to wear during the daytime and also so beautiful with a dark smokey eye.

What I love about this product:

~ Pigmented and Opaque 

~ Good price - $15.00

~ Love the soft vanilla scent

~ Long Wearing

~ Feels moisturizing on the lips and glides on smoothly

Have you tried MAC Blankety?  What did you think of it?

The product mentioned in this post was purchased by me with my own money, and all opinions are my own.

Racinne USA Ultimate Youth Power Series Review

Hello Beauties!

I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to try a pretty amazing product line by
Racinne USA, a Canadian Beauty Company.  They asked me to try the Ultimate Youth Power Series complimentary, which is a anti-aging skin care series.

I strive to have the best looking skin possible, and lucky for me my mother passed along her great genes which means for the most part I have clear skin.  To me a skincare regime is very important for healthy, youthful skin.  

I'm such a sucker for packaging and this product line is gorgeous!  The packaging is a beautiful gold color as well as the bottles/containers which adds a beautiful luxurious feel to the products.  Some of the products come with a pump for easy application, which is really nice.

Here is what they say:

ULTIMATE YOUTH POWER – “Anti Aging Series”

Our unique, powerful anti-aging, super antioxidant formula that uses precious "Korean Ginseng Callus Cultivation Extracts", active ingredients, together with the powerful anti-aging agent Adenosine, enhances cellular repair.

The Ultimate Youth Power formula also contains anti-aging agent Neuropeptide, SH-DP-9. The formula effectively activates collagen and elastin production minimizing fine lines and enlarged pores. It also promotes cell density by facilitating nutrient absorption and stimulates blood circulation, increasing oxygen and accelerating cellular repair.  Clinical studies have proven to repair damaged skin cells, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, bring luminosity, and increase the skin’s regenerative activities.  Bring supple, glowing, younger looking skin in 30 days!

What I received:

~ Ultimate Youth Power Cream

~ Ultimate Youth Power Neck Emulsion

~ Ultimate Youth Power Serum

~ Ultimate Youth Power Eye Serum

Since using these products for a couple of weeks now I have noticed less dark spots on my skin,  the fine lines near my eye area are less noticeable and my pores look smaller. The texture of my skin feels moisturized and smooth.  My skin is no longer dry, and my t-zone does not appear to be as oily.  The Racinne Ultimate Youth Power Series has made a difference on my skin, and It's brightened my skin beautifully!  I really love this skin care line and look forward to trying some of the other products they carry in the future!

To learn more about the Raccine Ultimate Youth Power Series you can visit their website at racinneusa.com. And while you're visiting, you must check out their other skin care series that help with Brightening and Hydrating!

You can stay connected with Racinne USA on their Facebook here and on their Twitter here.

*These lovely skin care products were courtesy of  Racinne USA.  However all opinions are 100% my own.

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in By Candle Light Review

Hello Beautiful girls!

Product Info: 
"A luxurious velvet-soft powder with high-frost metallic finish. Smoothes on: adds buffed-up highlights to cheeks and brows, or an overall ultra-deluxe polish to the face."

MAC By Candle Light is a beautiful light champagne pink with very subtle light gold running through it. The texture is very soft and silky. It is nicely pigmented, and it has a very subtle and light sheen to it that is not overpowering at all. It's not glittery which is nice, because I love the glow it gives my skin!  In the picture it looks like a nude peachy color, but on the cheeks it looks like a warm light pink.  In my opinion it's the perfect highlighter!

PROS:
~ Great for highlight on the cheeks, or on your brow bone
~ Long lasting
~ Not Glittery
~ Gives a Beautiful Glow 

CONS:
~ none

This is my first mineralize skin finish and I'm in love with it!  It's so versatile, and gives you a very pretty healthy glow. The gorgeous pink color looks so amazing on, and I think it would work great on everyone's skin color.  I love this product!  It's defiantly a must try!

Have you tried the MAC By Candle Light?  What did you think of it?

The product mentioned in this post was purchased by me with my own money, and all opinions are my own.

Glossybox USA April 2013 Review

Hey Beautiful Girls!

A couple of days ago I was so happy to come home and see that my Glossybox has arrived! Glossybox is my absolute favorite beauty subscription box.  I love their packaging each and every time I receive one of their boxes. And so far I have really enjoyed most of the products and the value has been great!

Wash With Joe - Coffeemint Invigorating Body Wash ($28.00 / 16 oz)

This body wash contains an invigorating blend of coffee and mint that helps revitalize and balance the body and mind while keeping skin superbly clean.

Le Metier De Beaute - Replenishing Daily Solution ($225.00 / 1.7 oz)

This rich, emollient formula protects, conditions and hydrates while it nourishes, rejuvenates and detoxifies skin, restoring a healthy suppleness to your skin. Paraben-free.

They also included a coupon code for $75.00 off the full size.  

Bvlgari - Eau Parfumee au the Blanc Tea Bag for Bath ($9.50 / 0.50 oz)

Eau Parfumee au the Blanc is a generous and elegant expression of personal indulgence.  Relaxing and calming, Eau Parfumee au the Blanc reflects the precious nature of white tea, offering an intimate and luxurious expression of sensory pleasure.

The Honest Company - Honest Organic Lip Balm ($10.95 / 3 pack .15oz)

Honest Lip Balms are made from organic jojoba and oils from olives, sunflowers and coconuts.  Tahitian Tamanu oil, rich with Omega 6 & 9, helps restore vitality and boost moisture.  Perfect for maintaining happy, healthy lips.  There are three variations of this lip balm; Lavender Mint, Sweet Orange Vanilla and Purely Simple. I received the purely simple which does not have a scent. I'm really looking forward to trying the sweet orange!

Alterna - Bamboo Style Boho Waves Tousled Texture Mist ($22.00 / 4.2 oz)

A weightless texturizing mist that instantly gives natural, "just-back-from-the-beach" waves.  Simply spray on damp or dry hair from roots to ends and shape with fingers for loose, tousled style. 

TIGI - Glow Blush in "Awaken" ($22.00 / .07 oz)

A soft, bake powder formula that effortlessly provides a glow-from-within effect and looks beautiful on all skin tones.

This months box was great! I have enjoyed everything. I love the blush, its perfect for summer cause the color is a warm bronze shad. The lip balm is really nice and so moisturizing. I have been using the Boho Waves spray on days that I don't wash my hair and it gives the perfect amount of body. Wash with Joe smells amazing! This product I will definitely be buying in a full size.

To purchase your own $21/month Glossybox subscription, click here.

Did you get Glossybox this month?  What’d ya think?

*This fabulous box was courtesy of Glossybox, however all opinions are my own.