ELF 100 eyeshadow palette: glamorous eyes

Ahem please excuse my brow, I desperately needed to get it done when this pic was taken. But, that's besides the point.

I used the ELF 100 eyeshadow palette to create this eye look! Nice champagne and gold on the lid with a gorgeous purple on the lower lash line. And of course, some thick and dramatic eye lashes using Maybelline Falsies Flare!

Review: ELF Lip Stain in Red Carpet

one very sheer, blotted coat

 one regularly applied coat

 two coats

 Product Info:

ELF Lip Stain in Red Carpet

$3.00


Pros:
-beautiful, deep red colour
-very buildable to go from everyday wear to dramatic (see for yourself! look at the pix above!)
-incredibly long lasting (8+ hours)
-sleek packaging
-very moisturizing gloss


Cons:
-stain alone is not very moisturizing
-not as long lasting if the gloss is applied overtop (but still pretty decent, I'd say)


Ways to use it (see pictures above):
-for an everyday , sheer wash of red: wipe most of the stain off the brush on the side of the tube, apply it to your lips gently, use your finger to blend the colour in, and finally, blot your lips on a paper towel
-for a wearable red lip: apply one coat to the lips
-for intense drama: apply two coats to the lips
-you can also just wear the gloss alone, or in combination with the stain


Additional comments:


Overall, I really love this lip stain and I would highly recommend it to anybody who is looking for long lasting red lip colour. I think the colour has some blue undertones which is great because that tends to make teeth look whiter!


Rating: 4.5/5



Review: ELF Lip Stain in Fashionista

 without gloss

with gloss

Product Info:

ELF Lip Stain in Fashionista

$3.00

Pros:

-gorgeous lip colour

-if I don't apply the gloss overtop, the stain stays on my lips for literally 8+ hours

-the gloss is very moisturizing and not sticky at all

-no nauseating scents

-very sleek packaging

Cons:

-if I apply the gloss, the colour fades faster (I'd say it lasts about 3 hours)

-when you apply the gloss over the stain, the lip brush picks up some of the stain and becomes tinted pink

-the stain alone is not very moisturizing

Ways to use it:

-wear the stain alone

-wear the gloss alone

-wear the stain and layer the gloss over top

Additional Comments:

Overall, this is a beautiful wearable pink lip stain, and it is actually one of my favourite products from ELF! The stain gives a beautiful matte pink look without the gloss over it, and it has incredible staying power even if you talk a lot, or drink and eat. I would highly recommend this product to anybody looking for a long lasting, matte lip colour!

Rating: 4.5/5

Review: ELF Contouring Blush and Bronzing Powder

 Blush

 Bronzer

Product info:

ELF Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder

$3.00

 Pros:

-very gorgeous colours

-blend very easily

-look natural

-packaging looks very expensive

-the blush has beautiful gold flecks in it that really just make your cheeks pop!

-the bronzer has some nice, light shimmer

-very versatile product!

Cons:

-a little powdery -- when I go in with my brush, I get some fallout around the edges of the compact

-blush colour is sheer (only really a con if you want strong pigmentation)

Ways to use it:

-blush

    -on the apples of your cheeks, as a blush

    -because light application is sheer but shimmery, it makes a great highlight!

    -gorgeous as a lid colour because of the gold shimmer

    -I sometimes pat a bit on the center of my lips. It goes perfectly with a nude pink lipstick!

-bronzer

    -in the hollows of your cheeks to contour your cheekbones

    -a light wash over the temples, cheeks and jawline to create a beautiful tan, sun-kissed look

    -this colour is also gorgeous as an eyeshadow crease colour! It is very easy to diffuse with a blending brush

Additional Comments:

Overall, I would highly recommend this duo. I think it is very comparable to high quality blushes/bronzers and it will look great on many skin tones. It is very versatile so if you bought it and don't like it as the typical blush/bronzer function, you can still make use of it (as I outlined above). I'd recommend this to almost anybody because I think the colours are so gorgeous and multi-purpose, and it is super inexpensive!

Rating: 5/5

Review: ELF Super Glossy Lip Shine in Mauve Luxe

 

Product Info:

ELF Super Glossy Lip Shine in Mauve Luxe

$1.00

Pros:

-great colour payoff for a gloss!

-not horribly glossy, but still gives a nice shine

-gorgeous deep pink-black cherry colour

-tons of product considering the price!

-really pretty subtle gold shimmer

-not sticky at all!

-smells pleasant

-very easily applied without a mirror

Cons:

-don't last very long -- I find myself reapplying almost every half hour!

-I don't live in the US so I have limited access to ELF (and the shipping cost is pretty hefty)

Ways to use it:

-alone on bare lips -- I find this is the best way because the colour is so beautiful as it is

Additional Comments:

I'm definitely quite happy with this product overall. I think considering the price, the effect it gives you on the lips is just fabulous. So, if you're looking for a gloss that'll give you great colour, easy application (despite the need for reapplication) and just the right amount of shine e need, then this is for you!

Rating: 4.5/5