Hi Everyone. 

LIFE Update

So, lately I've been getting emails asking where I am and why I haven't posted in so long. A couple of people where worried and some where curious when my next post would be, so this post is just a LIFE update. 

Recently I relocated cities and the move, packing, unpacking and getting settled down has taken longer than anticipated. Rest assured, I have not drifted apart from my blog. I am still doing reviews, giveaways, and a couple of interesting things coming up here in the future. The main thing has been getting settled and unpacking... 3 boxes left and I'll be done. Wohoo! 

Recent Giveaway Update

The Revlon Lip Butter winner Rachel emailed me to let me know she received the package and that she's enjoying her gift. I'm so relieved they made it across the world without melting or getting crushed, so I'm relieved to hear they arrived well. Rachel, I hope your enjoying your lip butters. 

Here's the pictures she sent me:

What's Next!

Blogs will be coming in a more regular basis. 

I've officially tested all my Avon foundations that I purchased for the requested review and all the BB creams that I own. I feel pretty confident on letting you all know my thoughts and experiences with the products. 

Last but not least reviews on a couple of hauls I've done before, after, and during my move.

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Recently Ulta had a 40% off sale on certain lines, NYX being one of them. I've never owned NYX blushers but I've heard nothing but good things about them, so I decided to pick up a couple of shades I didn't already have in my collection. 

The first blush I got was peach, it reminded me of the Glossybox Blush that Kryolan made for them called Glossy Rosewood. I was hoping to have found a dupe for the GlossyBox blush, unfortunately this was not a match but it's lovely in it's own way. I wouldn't say this is a peach blush at all, so the name is deceiving. I would describe NYX's blush in Peach to be a light barbie pink with blue undertone. It applied nicely to the skin, was blendable, and pigmented. Depending on your brush and the type of application, you can intensify or lightly dust the blush on. It is a matte blush but when applied it looks irridescent. 

Dusty Rose was my second choice, specially for the subtle looks I have to wear for work. Sometimes, I just need a pinch of color on my cheeks to look alive but not look too overdone for the work-days. This blush is perfect for the natural look. Dusty Rose is a beautiful matte muted pink. 

NYX blush in Summer Peach I would say is an exact dupe to NARS Orgasm Blush. 

 The left swatch is NARS Orgasm and the right swatch is the NYX blush in Summer Peach. Summer Peach is a shimmer peachy color that very very closely resembles NARS Orgasm. Out of the four I purchased, Summer Peach is the only shimmer shade but it has no large chunks... just a beautiful peach sheen on the skin. 

Last but not least is NYX blush in Bourgeois Pig. It is the most pigmented of all four blushers and also another matte. This is one that you have to use a very light hand when applying but looks AMAZING on the skin. If your a woman of color, this is one of the shades that would definitely stand out on darker skin and look beautiful. 

Overall, I'm pretty impressed with the lasting power of the blushers. I do prep my skin and use primer under my foundation which helps with the lasting power of these blushers. For the price, the pigment, the buttery feel, and the availability of these I am very very pleased that I snached these four little blushers from my local Ulta. 

Do you own these? Have you tried these blushers? If so, do you like them and would you recommend them to your friends or family? If you haven't tried them, which shades would you consider trying?

Cheers!

Marisa

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Congratulations to Rachel P. 

I have sent you an email so that I know here to send your gift. I hope you enjoy these!

Cheers,

Marisa 

I want to thank everyone who entered that contest, my readers, followers, and for Ruth for being so patient with me and the shipping. I hope you enjoy all your items and I'm so happy that you and your son had a fun time unwrapping everything. 

P.S. Remember the Revlon contest is still open until the 11th of April... you might be the next winner!

Cheers,

Marisa

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After much anticipation, theBalm's website is up and running with it's 24 hour 50% site-wide sale. It's today ONLY. Check it out and stock up on your favorites. I was able to purchase, so I can attest that the website is working. 

DISCLAIMER: I am not getting paid by theBalm or anyone for that matter to tell you about this sale. I just like saving money and sharing the good news. 

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Enjoy,

Marisa