Olay - Fresh Effects (Shine, Shine Go Away!) Shine Minimizing Cleanser

Olay is one of my favorite brands, from bar soaps to cleansers and moisturizers, I love everything they have !

When they introduced their Fresh Effects line I was super exited, from packaging to variety of products I knew I had to buy them sometime ! What I like most about the line is that you can mix and match products depending on your skin needs, so you can create your own perfect beauty routine! 

I received a sample from the Shine, Shine Go Away! Shine Minimizing Cleanser a couple of weeks ago from an online promotion they did, and I became a fan!  after 5 days of using it I went to buy the full size!

This is what I experienced:

I have oily skin so shine control is a must for me! I was surprised by the texture of this cleanser, it's like a clay-ish cream, I love it ! I put a small amount in my face and I feel like the cleanser is absorbing all the dirt and oil, a little amount goes a long way !

It does a great job keeping my pores clean as well, and it doesn't dry out my skin! The only thing is that I feel it does not remove my eye makeup very well (waterproof mascara) but I always try to use eye makeup remover before any cleanser so it's not a big problem!

I like to use it more in the mornings than at night.

The main before/after difference is that it cleans and controls my oily skin during the day!

After 5 days of using it I went to buy the full size :) !

Brand

Olay

Product Type

Facial Cleanser

Description

Lift away impurities for a deep down to the pores clean that minimizes shine.

Directions

Splash your face. Dispense a small amount of product into hands. Add water and work into a lather, adding more water if necessary. Massage gently onto face and neck. Rinse thoroughly for a deeply refreshing cleansing experience. Avoid direct contact with eyes.

Size

Full Size - 5.0 Fl Oz.

Price

$5.99

Website

http://www.olay.com

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/olay

Benefit - Benetint Rose-tinted lip & cheek stain

I've heard  a lot of good things about Benefit Cosmetics, but until a few days ago I hadn't tried any of their products, I was super exited when I got a sample back in March from their Benetint  Rose-tinted lip & cheek stain from my Birchbox subscription.

After using it several times this is what I experienced:

The first thing I noticed was the smell, deep strong smell of roses I love it! I also like the fact that you can use it as lip and cheek stain, perfect for my tiny night purse!

Is very light textured, almost like water, it dries quickly, you can use it as little or as much as you like, a little goes a long way! it gives you a nice subtle rosy tint.

It looks very natural in my cheeks, like a long lasting flush. For my lips I like to use it alone during the week and if I want a more dramatic look I apply some gloss over it.

The main before/after difference that I have a long lasting tint in my lips and cheeks and I don't need to worry about retouching every 2 hours !

pd. I will buy the full-size product ASAP !

Brand

Benefit Cosmetics

Product Type

Lip/Cheek Color

Description

The original—and still the best—rose-tinted cheek and lip stain.

Directions

Draw three small strokes across the apple of your cheek. Blend quickly in a circular motion with fingertips. Apply Benetint evenly on lips.

Size

Full Size - 0.42 Oz.

Price

$30.00

Website

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/benefitcosmetics

Revlon - Color Stay Ultimate Suede Lipstick

Hello everyone !

For my daily life I like to have a natural makeup look, but for a night out I love to experiment with different shades of lipstick, I was obsessed a couple of months ago with bright pinks, but now I'm on my quest to find the perfect deep red color, almost like a wine-ish red.

I found myself walking around Target the other day, when I saw the Olivia Wilde Ad for Revlon featuring the Color Stay Ultimate Suede Lipstick and it was love at first sight!

I had 20 shades to choose from! but I immediately went for the 035 Backstage which is the one Olivia has on the Ad.

After using it several times this is what  I experienced:

It's so easy to use, and it stays on for hours ! I even had a bath and when I got out it was still there! I really like that the color is very accurate to the tube, because sometimes you buy something when you see the packaging and then when you try it at home it's a totally different color, but I'm happy to say that with this one you get exactly what you pay for!

It gives a nice matte finish and it feels soft, the only thing that I noticed is that it dries a little bit my lips, so to keep them moisturized I apply some gloss over it.

The main before/after difference is that I have a very long lasting lipstick color on my lips. The next one I'll like to try is the 005 Muse.

20 Shades Image via Target

Brand

Revlon

Product Type

Lipstick

Description

Is your lipstick giving you both moisture and wear? This velvety soft formula by Revlon with moisturizing shea butter and aloe is food proof and doesn't quit.

Directions

Apply onto clean, smooth lips.

Price

$7.99 (Some stores $9.99)

Website

http://www.revlon.com

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/revlon