B's View: Getting Rid of Eye Makeup Two Ways

My favorite makeup removing device is by far Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes.  They are easy to use and they are really mild.  They don't upset my eyes which is a big plus.

Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes - $6.49 at Target

But I do run out on occasion and the post shower, racoon look is not cute!

What I do is reach for the nearest bottle of moisturizer.  Moisturizer and lotion are great makeup removers and your skin is smooth and hydrated afterward!  Just be careful because not all lotions work around sensitive eyes.  I tend to stick to a moisturizer because those are less greasy.  I use Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture for Combination Skin.  They also offer it for sensitive skin.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture for Combination Skin - $9.99 at Target

I use a q-tip for precision and ease of use.  You can also use a cotton pad if you are trying to remove concealer or foundation.  ~B

Makeup Mishap - How Much Moolah is in Your Makeup Bag?

Over the weekend I was careless and lost my makeup bag.  I had a performance and in between costume changes, I left my magnificent makeup bag behind.  Someone hit the jackpot in my opinion!  I was thinking about what all was in there (all of my day to day makeup plus some extras) and how much I had invested in the products.  I have created the list below.  I really would recommend each of these products but having to buy them all at once may hurt. I am working on a list to replenish my stock and I will share that with you soon!   

Face Fail - Totals $35.71
Sonia Kushuk Hidden Agenda II Concealer Palette - $10.49 at Target.com
Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup - $11.97 at Walmart.com
Rimmel Natural Bronzer - $4.28 at Walmart.com
Maybelline Mineral Powder Blush - discontinued product but Maybelline Mineral Powder is $8.97 at Walmart.com

Sonia Kushuk Hidden Agenda II Concealer Palette 



Eye Sore - Totals $30.98
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner - $20 at sephora.com (THIS ONE HURT!)
Flower Zoom-in Ultimate Mascara - $7.98 at Walmart.com 
e.l.f. Studio Kohl Eyeliner - $3.00 at Walmart.com 

Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner


Lip Loss - Totals $58.42
Revlon ColorStay Matte Red Lipstick in classic red - similar product $7.48 at Walmart.com
Revlon ColorStay Lip Liner in classic red - $6.94 at Walmart.com
Mirabella Lip Colour (2 of them!)- $44 ($22 a piece) at Mirabellabeauty.com


Miscellaneous Misfits - $50.39(ish)
Neutrogena Vanity Make-up Remover Cleansing Towelettes - $6.97 at Walmart.com
Soho Beauty Sponge - $4.97 at Walmart.com
Revlon Kabuki Brush - $7.47 at Walmart.com
Sonia Kushuk Core Tools Concealer Brush No. 110 - $5.99 at Target.com
Redken Hairspray (sample size, but still!)
Powder eyeshadow (can't remember the brand)
Makeup sponge - cheap 16 pack is around $3.98 at Walmart.com but I only had one in there
Bobby pins
Makeup Bag - $24.99 at Target.com

Sonia Kushuk Core Tools Concealer Brush No. 110


Grand Total(ish) $175.50....can you say ouch?

I was pretty bummed, but after all, they are just things.  I am trying to look on the bright side! 

~B

The e.l.f. on My Shelf

Ladies and... well ladies, let's talk about a few products I love from the beauty line of E.L.F. (eyes, lips, face).   Let me lay out a few scenarios for you.

Scenario #1 - You don't wake up to your alarm and you have about 15 minutes to get ready for work.  You are rushing through your make-up, you are almost done and CRAP, you just drew your eye-liner on too high and now you look like you are going to a different kind of work if you know what I mean.

e.l.f. Fix - Well don't you worry!  I have the magic fix!  e.l.f. makeup and cosmetics makes the e.l.f. Studio Makeup Remover Pen.  This bad boy is the Tide pen of eye makeup and allows you to remove just a hint of mascara with pin point precision.  Something this sophisticated must be expensive right?  Yup, it is a whopping $3!  You can find this product at Walmart, Target, or Walgreens.  

e.l.f. Studio Makeup Remover Pen, $3

Scenario #2 -  This one is easy.  Hot date, potential make out, and chapped lips.  Nooooooo. 

e.l.f. Fix - You need something that is going to make your lips feel like butta (like SNL, Mike Meyers, Coffee Talk, butta)  Lo and behold, the e.l.f. Studio Lip Exfoliater.  Its comes in the shape of a lipstick but it has the exfoliating power of a pumice stone.  Oh and it smells awesome.  Pretty awesome right?  Well in keeping with the price range this exfoliater is also only $3!  Woohoo!  Get your smooch on.

 e.l.f. Studio Lip Exfoliater, $3

Scenario #3 -  Let's say you have chosen one (or 5) of the lovely and bright lip colors I am obsessed with and shared with you in my Lipstick Obsessed post.  Well you probably don't want to go and buy lip liner in everyone one of these colors, and they would be pretty hard to find anyway.  So, what to do...

e.l.f. Fix - I have three words for you.  Clear lip liner.  Boom.  I know.  The e.l.f. Studio Lip Lock Clear is amazing!  It works like a charm and the best part is that you can't make a mess with it because it's clear.  This is a must have for lipstick lovers.  You can pick it up for, you guessed it...$3!

e.l.f. Studio Lip Lock Clear, $3

I have tried a few products from e.l.f. that I wasn't crazy about.  Maybe skip e.l.f. Essential Triple Tip Waterproof Eyeliner Pen [$2] or the e.l.f. Studio Bronzer [$3].  I didn't have much luck with either of these products.

I have so many more e.l.f. products that I A. love and B. want to try!  And you can go crazy because it is so cheap.  You will be hard pressed to find many products over $3 a pop.  Check out the available products and amazing pricing at http://www.eyeslipsface.com/.  If you have a question about any of the other products, feel free to post below!  

Christmas came early ladies!

~B