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It's no secret that I'm not one for liquid foundation, much preferring powder on my oily skin, so imagine my delight when I was treated to a full size pressed powder Sculpting Kit by  +MAKE UP FOR EVER OFFICIAL . This duo, along with highlighting brush #150 and a fabulous clear poly tote, was the gift at  +Westfield  Valley Fair's Makeup Mastery Instagram party. I added brush #408 to complete the set, giving me a specific brush for contouring, too. These brushes pick up and deposit sculpting powders with precisely where you intended for them to go. Plus they are incredibly soft, they feel very similar to my TooFaced Teddy Bear brushes. Click image to enlarge for detail. I feel like highlighting and contouring became more mainstream after pictures of  +Kim Kardashian  and her MUA sculpting her features surfaced on her Instagram page. Suddenly it wasn't so foreign, everyone was purchasing Ben Nye's Bana...

Click image to enlarge for detail. This is the Fall in a bottle looks like. Show Off features a bronze to burgundy to gold multi chrome finish with a touch of holo added for sparkle. I applied 3 coats for full opacity and then locked it down with a high shine top coat. This lacquer reminds me of a 1996 Ford Mustang Cobra with Mystic paint; Complex and delicious. While the hue it self is mesmerizing, it's really the halo glitter that makes Show Off by Llarowe extra special. It an added and completely unexpected depth.  It dried quickly, leveled evenly. There are some mild brush strokes but it looks like that was the intention of this nail polish. I am in love and highly recommend you grab a few of these indie lacquers which retail for only $12 each 12ml bottle. xoxo •Nancy-Lee

Face and hair? I admit, I had my fears that this was going to be based with dimethicone like *most* hair oils and I am happy to report that it is NOT! It is formulated with Abyssinian Oil , Rejuveniqe 's exclusive ingredient, which is shown to improve the skin's complexion and hair's luster through Omega 6 fatty acids and antioxidants. Completing this non-GMO and 100% natural formulation are Meadowfoam, Carrot Seed, Camellia, Buriti, Baobab, Sunflower Seed, Tomato Seed, Moringa, Pequi and Monoli oils. This intensive oil protects, replenishes and balances which is great news for us oily skin types! Designed for daily use, I release 3 drops of oil into my finger tips, pat my left and right hands together and pat the oil on to my face in an upward motion.  Rejuveniqe absorbs quickly, is organic and features zero chemical additives, colors or synthetics. Best part, it is cruelty free!  Lightweight, Rejuveniqe features a smooth citrus scent which does not linger. My ...

Twist by Polish To Be Honest. Click to enlarge for detail. This was easy and fun, my favourite kind of mani!!  I was surprised by the amount of shimmer that  Coal Mine ,  by  +Mineral Fusion ,   delivered  to my nails. I  added 3 coats of  Coal Mine  for full opacity , waited for it to dry and topped my ring finger with 2 coats of  Twist  by  +Polish TBH .  These lacquers are slightly textured, I recommend a high shine top coat to protect the finish and prevent edging and chipping. Twist by Polish To Be Honest. Click to enlarge for detail. Perfectly simple. Simple gorgeous. This is not only perfect for Halloween this coming weekend, it is a gorgeous neutral series. Please note, Polish TBH will be taking the Winter off, stock up NOW before they close their eShop . I love these 2 shades together! A gift from  +Franci , you can score  Mineral Fusion  at  +Whole Foods Market...

Click image to enlarge for detail. Did you celebrate Brook's birthday and save 20% off your  +Pacifica Perfume  purchase? Clearly, I couldn't resist. I was in the market for blue mascara so I selected  Aquarian Gaze  in Deep and I wanted a golden shimmer powder, leading  Golden Lotus  to find it's way into my cart, too. Made with coconut water, it will brighten and illuminate my face this winter.  However, I wasn't in the market for more lacquer but I added  Unicorn Horn nail polish  -  plus perfume for a friend - to score free shipping.

I was attracted to Lash + Lid Makeup Remover by  + Andalou Naturals  because of the use of fruit stem cells . Designed for normal and combination skin, this eye makeup remover is free of gluten, parabens, preservatives, sulfates and phthalates. Plus it's vegetarian, cruelty free, and made in the USA! Not to mention non-GMO verified! I'm shocked that this makeup remover can cut through my 'waterproof' formulas, too. I apply a little more than 1/2 a pump to a cotton round, fold it over to disperse the product and then apply a blotch of cream to each eye. Starting with the first eye, I gently work the non-diluted cream over my lid and brow and then hold the cotton round in place over my lash line for 10 seconds and sweep it down and away removing my mascara but not my lashes. I repeat the process on my other eye and once done, I fold the cotton round in half adding a small amount of water, I sweep it across both eyes removing any residue remover and makeup. ...

Click image to enlarge for detail. I Heart You , Juice and Dreamy . I'm always on the lookout for awesome vegan beauty products and I think I hit the nail polish jackpot. From 100% Pure , the Creamy Nail Polish collection features a 10-Free formula . With 2 coat coverage, the quick drying, fast leveling lacquer is available in a variety of hues and finishes; from nudes, pinks and reds to blue, green and plum, 100% Pure offers sheer, moderate and opaque coverage with creme, shimmer and glitter options. Today I'm bringing you swatches of  I Heart You (shimmer), Juice (creme) and Dreamy (shimmer).