Maybelline Dream Wonder Fluid-Touch Foundation

So it's been a hot minute since I've done a new blog post. I wanted to get on here and share my thoughts about another drugstore foundation I recently picked up at Target - Maybelline Dream Wonder Foundation. 

If you've been keeping up with my blog, you know that I did a raving review over Covergirl's new Ready, Set, Gorgeous foundation. But I'm never satisfied with just using one foundation over and over, especially when drugstore brands keep popping out new foundations. Plus, it's so fun to review new products and find hidden drugstore gems! These brands seem to have really stepped-up their foundation game, and I've been impressed with the drugstore foundations I've tried so far. So, I wanted to let you guys know my thoughts on another wallet-friendly foundation.

The packaging: Although (I think) the bottle is visually appealing, I always prefer a pump on my foundation bottle. It's just the easiest and most sanitary way to get the foundation out of the bottle. If you've seen any other reviews on this foundation, you know that everyone thinks the applicator is stinkin' weird. And (spoiler alert), it is! Why can't they just make all foundations have a pump?

Why they decided to do this weird teardrop thing is simply beyond me, but I'm much more concerned about the actual foundation. On the back of the bottle, it says to shake well and apply the foundation to your fingertips (by wiping it off the applicator). I don't like putting foundation on my fingers, so I just apply it straight to my clean face from the applicator and it works just fine. The only problem I run into is that the foundation can easily drip off the applicator onto my sink or desk when I'm applying it.

The product: I was skeptical about this foundation because I had heard that it was pretty light coverage and I'm a die-hard full coverage foundation kind of girl. However, I was majorly surprised by the coverage this foundation gave me! This foundation is very build-able and it covered all the imperfections I wanted it to cover. I was really impressed by the coverage since it's such a watery consistency. The super-thin, water-like consistency is probably why so many people like this foundation. It literally feels like nothing on your face - lighter than a BB or CC cream. If you're someone who hates feeling caked-up with a heavy, thick foundation, this is so perfect for you. It really feels like you're swiping water on your face, but it provides nice coverage. However, if you struggle with acne, know that you will need a concealer to pair up with this foundation or may want a heavier duty foundation. 

Why I love it: I bought the shade 15 (Ivory) and it matches my winter-pale skin really well. I honestly have been using this a lot more than my Covergirl foundation (Gasp!). That's how you know I really like it. There's something about this foundation that just makes your skin look good and healthy and I've even had a couple people compliment me on my skin when wearing this foundation. After I got those compliments, I was 100% sold.

Even though I have combination/oily skin, this foundation hasn't left my face feeling greasy at all during the couple of weeks I've worn it. However, I always wear a foundation primer underneath it and set my face with a shine-reducing powder - so that will always make a difference on how oily my skin can get. It's the perfect combination for my skin type (Smashbox oil-free primer, this foundation, Rimmel stay matte powder).

Still, it is winter and I'm not near as oily as I am during the summer months. So I'll have to put this to the test and see if it holds up in the heat. But, for now, it's a great, affordable, winter foundation for me. I always apply this foundation with a beauty blender and find that it works best that way and gives me a very natural finish. This foundation gets an A+ from me. Let me know your thoughts if you've tried this foundation.

That's all for now! :) Thanks for reading.

Quick Holiday Eye Looks

So unlike my normal blog posts, this one is a little different because it's actually a guest post on another blog! Head over to Sam's blog and check out all the great ideas she has for the holiday season, whether it's decorating tips or holiday outfits. 

To see a couple of quick eye looks I created to be Christmas ready, click HERE   to see my guest post on Sam's blog! 

Or, if you want to just see my quick video then head over to my YouTube Channel. 

Laura Mercier Caviar Sticks

Today I want to talk about a holiday set I recently picked up at Sephora - the Laura Mercier caviar stick quartet. 
Unfortunately, this set is currently unavailable online at Sephora, but they still have some sets left in the store, which is where I picked up mine. I believe they also have a gift set of these at Nordstom as well that includes even more colors! Even if you can't get your hands on this particular set, the caviar sticks are sold separately so you could always pick them up individually. 


I was really excited about this set because I had swatched some of these colors in the past, and I remembered how beautiful they are. My favorite color out of the quartet is Moonlight, which is described as a metallic champagne beige. It's so metallic and bright and it's perfect for the inner corner of the eye or on the lid. I'm definitely going to be using this color for some holiday looks. 

If you're someone who doesn't like spending a whole lot of time on their eye makeup in the morning, these sticks are definitely right up your alley. They make doing your eye makeup so fast and easy, it literally only takes a couple of minutes. What I love to do is apply the color Amethyst all over the lid, put Moonlight in the inner corner, and Cocoa in the outer V of the eye and blend the colors out with my finger. This creates such a beautiful, neutral eye look that is perfect for every day wear. 

The best thing about these, for me, is the lasting power. I have slightly oily eyelids and I use an eye primer under all my eyeshadows. But these don't require a primer and I can put them straight on to my eyelid, and they last all day. When you apply them first, you can easily maneuver them with your finger and blend out the color, but then they dry and do not budge! After using these four mini-sticks, I definitely want to pick up the other colors in the line. 

I have also used them under my eye shadows as bases, and they work wonderfully that way as well. 



If you've ever considered trying these caviar sticks out, now is the time do to so since they are sold in holiday sets at a discounted price. I've really enjoyed using them and they make getting ready in the morning super fast and effortless. 

Thanks for reading! 

Cover Girl Ready, Set Gorgeous Foundation Review

Hey guys!

Sorry I've been M.I.A for a while, but prepping for finals has been consuming my life!
Today I wanted to hop on here and give a quick review of my new favorite drugstore foundation, which is super affordable. I picked mine up for $6 at Target, but I know this foundation varies in price, depending on where you buy it. I believe Walmart sells it for around $5.

I decided to try this foundation because I had watched MakeupByTiffanyD's raving review - Watch her review. I try and find affordable, great products from the drugstore to save myself, and my readers some money. I'm happy to say that this purchase was a total success. So far, I like this foundation much more than my EX1 foundation (which I talked about in a previous blog post).

I have slightly oily skin and some of my foundations tend to get shiny or fade away throughout the day. This foundation really does a great job at controlling my oil and staying in place. I hardly ever have to touch up with powder (maybe once a day).

What really made me love this foundation (besides the super-low price tag) was the fact that it never feels heavy on my face. It's not one of those foundations that takes forever to dry, and it also doesn't make me want to wash my face as soon as I apply it. It hasn't ever caked up or looked unnatural on my face and the finish of it is just beautiful. It's definitely not one of those water-based, dewy foundations and provides a medium coverage, slightly matte finish.

When I first purchased this foundation I got the color 110, but it was was a touch too dark and definitely way too pink in undertone. I returned it and bought their lightest shade, 105 and I'm very pleased with the result. It is pretty yellow/neutral in undertone, which works great for me. I've read that 105 & 115 are more yellow in undertone, whereas 110 is more pink. In L'Oreal True Match I wear W2 in the winter - so if you wear that foundation color, 105 would probably work for you.

I'm not sure how this foundation would work on dry skin, but I don't see it clinging to dry patches. Let me know if any of you with dry skin try this out!

I have been wearing this foundation non-stop for the past two weeks and I really wanted to share my thoughts on it with you guys. As always, I'm 100% honest with you guys and I truly only share what I love.

Thanks for reading!
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