This applicator is only handy in theory, unfortunately

Gold eyeshadow = one of my favorite things ever!

So today I want to show you Bare Minerals High Shine Eyeshadow in Gold Medal ($12).

I don't see this shade listed on Ulta's website anymore so who knows if it's discontinued.  However, I did want to show it to you so you can see the packaging and formula.

This has a spring-loaded, sponge-tip applicator.  When you pull it out of the tube, it pops out - which isn't good, in this case.

This causes the loose shadow inside to fluff out everywhere.  I get gold shimmer everywhere when using this product.

Unfortunately, this shadow does not have the best pigmentation, as you can see.  This definitely works best over a primer.  Of course, this does provide a very nice swipe of gold for a quick and easy eye-brightening look.

You can purchase the Bare Minerals High Shine Eyeshadows HERE.  Do you need this?  No.  If you have any other golds you should be fine.  Given the choice again, I probably wouldn't buy it.

XOXO

-Kaitlin

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15 beautiful shadows reside in the sleek UD 15 Year Anniversary palette

I know I've told you about my love of Urban Decay shadows before and today I want to show you the Urban Decay 15 Year Anniversary Eyeshadow Collection ($55).

Purple is kind of Urban Decay's signature color and I love the raised purple UD on the front of this square palette.

The sides of the top have a lovely scroll pattern cut into the side.

Since this is the 15th anniversary palette, it fits that there are 15 shadows with a nice mix of neutrals and brights.

Top - Bottom: Midnight Rodeo, Midnight 15, Vanilla, Flow, Chase

T-B: Tainted, Junkshow, Omen, Evidence, Deep End

T-B: Deeper, M.I.A., Ace, Blackout, Half Truth

Back of the palette

See in the bottom right-hand corner where there is a little notch?  You can pull the palette out of the box and it has a nice, little, velvet-lined area.  When you use up the shadows you can take out that part and use the box to store other things.

Now let's get to the good stuff!

T-B: Midnight Rodeo, Midnight 15, Vanilla, Flow, Chase

T-B: Tainted, Junkshow, Omen, Evidence, Deep End

T-B: Deeper, M.I.A., Ace, Blackout, Half Truth

As you can see, these shadows have the same incredible pigmentation that we've come to expect from Urban Decay.  I experience fall-out with Midnight Rodeo, Midnight 15, and Deeper so be careful when you're applying!

This palette is wonderful and provides you with lots of eye looks!  If you're a Sephora VIB, snatch it up now during the VIB sale when you get 20% off.  (Code word is: CELEBRATE.)  

You can purchase HERE!

XOXO

-Kaitlin

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Channel your inner Westside Warrior with China Glaze!

Today I'm showing you Westside Warrior from the China Glaze Metro Downtown collection!

This is the first polish that I remember really freaking out about.  Like...anxiously awaiting the release date and stalking Sally's Beauty to find it.  I remember snatching it as quickly as possible when I actually found it!

This is an "Army green" creme polish that is just too right for Fall.

I used two coats for these swatches.  This polish got thick really quickly so I had to add a few drops of polish thinner to thin it out.

This is the only polish I have like this and it looks great as a "neutral."  Love it!

You can buy it on Amazon HERE for $5!

XOXO

-Kaitlin

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Check out this super awesome giveaway at Polished Criminails!

If you follow me on Twitter, you know that I like to tweet to win giveaways!  It's super easy and hey, who doesn't like free stuff?  Plus, I've won two before, so I know it's possible.

I wanted to share this super-awesome giveaway on the blog, though because it's so big!

Polished Criminails is having a huge indie polish giveaway to celebrate 2,000 followers and 1 year blogiversary!  This is an international competition so there's no excuse to pass on entering!

Check out the giveaway HERE!

Soothing hydration with Garnier Nutritioniste Moisture Rescue

We all need some moisture in our skincare lives!  Yes, even those of us with oily skin need to make sure our skin is moisturized.

One of my recommendations is Garnier Nutritioniste Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel-Cream.

This smooth gel is incredibly cooling on the skin and feels so nourishing.

I do apologize for not having the original packaging to show you.  Forgive me!

This cream is moisturizing but might not be the best choice for people with really, really dry skin.  People with oily to normal skin will probably find that this has just the right amount of moisture.

I apply nightly after washing my face and using toner.

One way to help prevent the spread of germs is to wash your hands right before using.  Also, I shake the glass jar before using and then take a small bit off the underside of the lid.

You can purchase HERE for $5.99.  They also make a version for very dry skin which is a pink-tinted gel.

XOXO

-Kaitlin

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Cleanse your skin with Burt's Bees Garden Tomato Toner

Today was cool and crisp and beautiful!  One of my favorite parts of cooler weather is hot tea!  Sleepytime is my favorite one and so I pulled out my trusty, orange mug!

It made my think that I should show y'all my trusty tomato toner!  Yep, Burt's Bees Garden Tomato Toner is one of my HG products (As you can tell from the half-empty bottle!)

I originally got a mini bottle of this in a Burt's Bees kit along with some other products.  My mom then gifted me with a bottle in my Christmas stocking last year.

This toner feels cool on my skin and I love it so much.  I live in a hot, humid climate so this feels especially wonderful in the warmer weather. 

After washing your skin just apply a little toner with a cotton pad or cotton ball.  This has the cleansing benefits of tomato, cucumber, and parsley extract.  

This removes oil and residue from my face without ever leaving it feeling tight.  This is probably best for oily to normal skin types.  If you have really dry skin this might not be your bag.

Like I said, this is a Holy Grail product for me and I always have to have some on my vanity!

XOXO

-Kaitlin

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Cover your blemishes with Essence Coverstick

Today I have another Essence product to show you!  This is the new Coverstick in 01 Matt Sand.  

This product promise a matte finish that "calms the skin."

This comes in a tube like a lipstick.  I like the design because it lends itself to easy spot application.

The plastic tube is thin and feels a bit cheap but...it is cheap, so that isn't anything truly terrible, IMHO.

This product is not super creamy and does tug a bit when applying it to the undereye area.  I feel like this product is better formulated to concealing acnes, pox marks, dark spots, etc. and not concealing dark circles.

I have oily skin under my eyes and this is still quite drying.  If you have dry skin under your eyes, steer clear and save this for covering blemishes.

I will say that this lasts all day and does a fantastic job of covering up my acne scars.  Plus, it's super cheap so having a tube in your stash wouldn't be a bad idea!

This is $2.49 and you can pick it up in Ulta stores or online HERE.  It comes in three different shades.

XOXO

-Kaitlin

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