Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Dark Spot Eraser (210 Fair)

I'm a big fan of the Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Dark Circle Eraser -- it makes my Favorite Concealers list actually.

It's got a nice lightweight consistency, which makes it perfect for under the eyes, but it still provides just enough coverage to hide my dark circles.  (Most days, anyway.  When my circles are especially bad, I grab for the Tarte Maracuja Creaseless Concealer.)

That's why I was so excited to hear that Maybelline was adding a new product the Instant Age Rewind Eraser line -- the Dark Spot Eraser ($9.99).

Oldie but Goodie - NYX Round Lipstick in Thalia

NYX Round Lipstick in Thalia

Several years back, I went on a crazy spree and bought about 20 of the NYX Round Lipsticks over a two or three month period.

I don't blame myself at all - the formula is nice - lightweight and slightly moisturizing - and they come in a wide array of colors and they're relatively inexpensive (even more so when I bought them - I swear I got them for like $2 a pop back then) so they're a good way to build your lipstick wardrobe without breaking the bank.

MAC Pink Lemonade Lipglass

MAC Lipglass in Pink Lemonade

The other day when I wrote about my purchases from MAC's Heavenly Creature collection, I forgot to mention that I'd also picked up a lip product from the permanent line.

MAC's Lipglass in Pink Lemonade.

I've been reading good things about this shade for years, and given my fondness for any and all coral or peach lip products, I don't know why I didn't get off my butt and buy it sooner.

The Balm Hot Ticket Nail Polish in Call Me Iridescent

The Balm Hot Ticket Polish in Call Me Iridescent

Last month when The Balm their last sale on Haute Look, I bought a bunch of goodies that I'm really excited to share over the next week or so.

I thought I'd start with a product that I haven't really seen too many bloggers talking about - the Balm's Hot Ticket Nail Polish.

It Cosmetics Airbrush Illuminizer & Brush

It Cosmetics Airbrush Illuminizer & Luxe wand bell brush

Just as I am a total blush addict, I have a slight problem when it comes to highlighters.

I simply cannot resist them.

Maybe it's because I've been on the hunt for the perfect highlighter for years and I just couldn't seem to find one that gave me the look I was going for.  I've found plenty that I like - some that I might even say I loved - but none that delivered that perfect lit-from-within glow without a hint of glitter or obvious shimmer to be seen.

Until I found the It Cosmetics Airbrush Illuminizer, that is.

Oldie but Goodie: Nars Douceur Blush

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 I'm definitely a fan of wearing a bright pink or peach blush to give a little boost to your complexion, but there's something to be said about soft, natural blushes too.

This past weekend, when I was putting together a more natural look for my nephew's first communion (See my post about Zoya's Pandora), I was reminded of how beautiful - and natural - Nars Douceur is on the cheeks.  I've had it for a quite a while - I believe it was the second Nars product that I purchased, right after the infamous Orgasm - and while it may look brand new, I find myself reaching for it at least once a week. 

Tarte LipSurgence Natural Lip Luster in Frisky (Or: Why You Shouldn't Judge Lip Products By Their Covers)

Tarte LipSurgence Natural Lip Luster in Frisky - looks scary, right?

If I'm being completely honest, I tend to make snap judgements.

Now, even if my gut instinct is right about things 9 times out of 10, I know that's a bad habit to have. 

I'm working on it.  Really.

Still, when I got my most recent Beauty Test Tube from QVC (if you're not familiar with it, it's essentially like Birch Box except it comes out about once every three months and contains more products, including at least one full size item) and pulled out the Tarte LipSurgence Natural Lip Luster in Frisky, I once again judged the proverbial book by its cover.

LORAC Baked Matte Satin Blush in Exposed Review

LORAC Baked Matte Satin Blush in Exposed

Another day, another blush.

I know, I know.

I have a serious problem.

But I promise this will be the last blush post this week. (I can't make the same promise for next week, though.  It's a sickness, I tell you!)

I'd had my eye on LORAC's Baked Matte Satin Blushes for quite a while, so when I got a Sephora gift card this past Christmas, I figured it was a good time to finally give them a try.  I'm not sure what LORAC includes 'Matte' in the product title - there is nothing matte about these blushes.

Exude Lip Creme Review

Exude Lip Creme in Nude

Whenever I start to wonder if beauty subscription services like Birchbox are worth the money, something like this happens.

I fall head over heels in love with a product that I receive that month.

And that’s really why I like Birchbox and other services like it – the possibility each month that I might find something that rocks my world and never would have tried otherwise.