(Affordable) Fall/Winter Beauty Finds that Will Last the Entire Season

The seasons are changing and with the Holidays just around the corner, we will not only see the change in the weather outside but in our wallets also. If you are like me, then you are probably looking to stock up on essential Fall/Winter beauty items to rid your drawers of all that summer clutter. Let’s face it ladies: Now is the time to get those items that are going to last us this season (because who wants to feel guilty for not getting Mom that pretty dress she’s been eyeing all summer?). Well you’re in luck: consider this brief list your shopping sidekick. The items listed will not only get you through the seasons, but will also save some you cash and we can all appreciate that, right? Right! Enjoy!








1. Vaseline’s Cocoa Butter Deep Conditioner Lotion- $5.79, select Walgreens stores

Lock moisture in, keep dryness away! This product is not the one to fail; known to last you all day without that dry and itchy feeling twenty minutes after application. Apply to skin generously right after hopping out the shower.


2. Dove’s Cream Oil Ultra Rich Velvet Body Wash 2 pk. - $10.24, select Wal-Mart stores.

Ready to have your body wrapped in velvetiness then this is your product. Great for harsher winter months, this product will have your skin screaming for more come bath time…and talk about a real bang for your buck…you can get to products for the price of one!


3. Maybelline’s Dream Matte Mousse Makeup- $5.39, select Walgreens stores

A favorite in my makeup kit, this little baby will certainly give you a natural finish that will not only last you for a full day, but will leave your skin feeling smoother after taking it off. The greatest thing about this product is that it doesn’t take much to create the type of coverage you want to achieve.
4. Maybelline’s Eye Studio Color Gleam Cream Eyeshadow- $3.79, select Walgreens stores

I have never been a fan of creamy shadows, just because of my oily lids (eww…) but rave reviewers are swearing by this product. Claimed to give you a matte and glossed finish, these shadows will have you looking runway-ready in mere minutes!
5. Sephora’s Lush Flush Lip & Cheek Stain- $12, Sephora stores

If you like getting your money’s worth on beauty products, then you will love this. Sephora carries this lip tint in a tube that naturally gives your lips a perfect pout without the mess. It sure does help that it doubles as a cheek stain too! This product will last you throughout your day and contains anti-oxidants to help keep you look like the blushing beauty you are this season.

88 Coastal Scents Eye Palette: Review

Coastal Scents E/S Palette (Review)

Price Range: Excellent, Above Average
Packaging: Good
Overall buying experience: Awesome!
Review:

Girls, I have to dish about my recent purchase from Coastal Scents. After viewing countless YouTube videos, I became convinced that I must try the brand’s line of eye shadows. Oh my goodness, these shadows are the absolute best!! I purchased the 88 eye shadow palette for about $20.00 total. I call them my “mini” shadows because the palette I purchased was actually by mistake. So immediately when I received my CS palette, I was slightly disappointed because of the size of the palette (but, it was my fault because I should have looked more closely at the measurements and the complimentary pics).

My first time using the shadows was amazing. I used my small eye shader brush from ECO Tools and usually it doesn’t pick up a lot of powdered shadow, but with the CS shadows I got intense color instantly when I dipped my brush into the colors. Very impressed with this palette because you get great quality shadows for a low price. I’m in love forreal and won’t be buying high end e/s brands for awhile.

You have got to try this brand, they not only sell eye shadows, but they carry blushes, lip glosses and even natural beauty products.

For more info visit http://www.coastalscents.com/


Love,

Chelle

Hard Candy's 1,000 Lashes Mascara Review

Hey ladies, I was doing some shopping last week and made my way to the cosmetic aisle (go figures...lol) but anyways, I was able to try the brand Hard Candy for the first time. The brand just recently became available in Walmart chain stores nationwide and I was curious to see what they had to offer. So being a mascara fiend, I chose the 1,000 Lashes Fiberized Lash Weave Mascara (thats a mouthful, huh?).

Here's my take on it:

First off let me say that the packaging on this mother is so cute that I couldn't resist (mad props to the marketing team because their products defintely know how to catch your attention from the shelves) which is why I was so skeptical of trying their products because sometimes packaging can mislead you...sad but true. I did not expect it to be as small as it was but the mascara is very user-friendly. The wand is slightly large and it coated my "stumpy" lashes perfectly with just one swipe. With two coats, your lashes will look like falsies giving you that glam but oh-so-natural look. I didn't experience any clumps at all and once it came time to take my makeup off at the end of the day, I didn't have a hard time getting it off...the mascara felt really gentle but gave me the drama and volume that I wanted without the heavy feeling. I'm here to tell ya folks, this bad baby does not disappoint! :)

Not to mention the mascara comes in a range of colors from navy blue to fuschia pink (yes I said pink!). I purchased the one in Midnight Black just to be on the safe side, but you may want to add this item to your beauty shopping list. You can go on the company's website at www.hardcandy.com and view the mascara mentioned here. Under the pic, you will see a link to Walmart's site where pricing info can be found.

Stay beautiful ladies,

Chelle

Post Your Pic of Your Makeup Bag!

Hey ladies, wanna show off what's in your makeup bag? Then head on over to my Facebook page (type in the search box GirlAndLipstick and make sure you hit the 'Like' button first) and post pics of your bag..can't wait to see them!

See ya on the boards!

Chelle

What are your beauty MUSTS for Fall?

Whether you like it or not, Fall is just around the corner (before you know it, we will be stuffing those Christmas stockings..lol) and with the seasons changing some of us like to switch out our favorite summer beauty staples to items that better suit the nature.

Personally, I tend to stock up on creamier body washes like the ones from Olay. They tend to keep my skin softer and smoother (something thats is very needed in preparation for the harsh winds that come in the latter fall time). I also like to try matte lip colors like lipstains or even lipsticks (gloss on occasion).

So tell me, what are your must-haves for the fall?