Maybelline ColorTattoo Metal Collection - First View and Swatches

Today I have something very exciting to share! Yesterday when I was browsing my local Shoppers Drug Mart I came upon a brand new display from Maybelline that I previously knew nothing about.

Looks pretty exciting right? I knew I certainly was, immediately I purchased all 5 shades because they were ALL NEW! (Even though the price at $9.99 each is quite steep..) And here is what they look like!

Perhaps I know what you might be thinking now..."That one looks like BARELY BEIGE!" If that is the case, then I would like to let you know that yes they are so so similar! Barely Beige, the much coveted shade from the Fall Runway Collection by Maybelline, is just a tad pinker. Take a look!

I think those of you who either 1) missed out on picking up Barely Beige or 2) want a back up of Barely Beige would be quite delighted to know that Barely Branded is now available!

And now for a round up with swatches of all the new shades.

1. Inked in Pink 2. Gold Rush 3. Barely Branded 4. Electric Blue 5. Silver Strike   

In terms of texture, all 5 performed beautifully. The gold and silver are the most similar in terms of finish, because both are very frosty with some small glitter particles. Although bold, the two make for perfect choices for the holiday season! Inked in Pink and Barely Branded have similar pearl finishes, stunning both on their own or as a base, best for everyday use. Finally, Electric Blue has a bit of a matte finish, and will probably be the most useful to help your beautiful deep blue eyeshadows really POP on the lids :)

Finally, as none of the packaging nor the display said "Limited Edition", at this time I believe that these will be part of Maybelline's regular line up very soon!


Thank you for reading!
Joanne

First Ever Canadian MyGlam Bag - November 2012 - Initial overview

After a particularly stressful night at work, I come home to find a small treat in the mailbox! It's my first MyGlam bag by IPSY, which also happens to be the first one offered to Canadians. I remember signing up pretty much as soon as Michelle Phan (founder) released a video on YouTube announcing the expansion of subscription service, and have been waiting (im)patiently for the pink bubble pack to arrive.

All the way from North Carolina

Love the bright pink bubble pack :)

Earlier last week I had started searching up blogs and videos to "preview" what I might find in my own MyGlam bag. Since delivery to the West Coast takes at least 5 days longer, I easily found posts by girls in Toronto, Ottawa, etc, reviewing their bags. As such I had an idea what I would find, but I was still in for a surprise!

Products came tucked snugly inside a brown-black pleather bag with a golden zipper.

First look inside!

And here is a round up picture of everything that came inside! I would like to mention here that this is not a full review of the contents yet. It will come, along with more pictures, in the next post. This way your eyes will not be bombarded with too many photos at once :) Please stay tuned!

REVIEW ON THE WAY :)

Anything excited come in your mail today? 

Joanne

The Heart Within - A French Manicure

Here's to my first post on this new beauty blog :) I have always been a fan of nail art, and when I am able to grow out my nails one of my go-to styles is the french manicure. Of course, every now and then I throw in a twist to the story, much like the one I am bringing you today. I have named this particular design "The Heart Within".

Products used:
- Seach Clear Base Coat

- ESSIE Lady Like
- CHINA GLAZE  Fifth Avenue
- ESSIE Beyond Cozy (for the sparkle outline)
- OPI Lincoln Park After Dark (for the heart shape)
- Seche Vite Top Coat

The star of this design is the dotting tool! I have a small set in which it has several different sizes to choose from, so a tiny one was used to create the sparkle outline, whereas a larger one was use to create the heart shape and fill in the colour.

Hope you liked this :)

Joanne

About Me

In Vancouver, Canada. Loving all things beauty and makeup, especially colour cosmetics and nail polish/nail art :) Having a day job as a pharmacist means I am a front line health care provider 24/7.