Lipstick Fashion Mascara

If you can recall, back in May I attended the Makeup Show here in NYC. The first thing on my list was AJ Crimson’s BB cream. From what I saw via blogs, and youtube this stuff is pretty awesome.

So after getting up at the crack of dawn on the first day of the show I was able to get my hands on shade three and four. At the show there were 8 shades or so. I believe that the range will expand sooner than later.

This bb cream does not contain SPF so I applied a lightweight serum by Supergoop. I then began to apply the bb cream with an Alcone sponge. I got my best and most flawless application by patting the product on. I was able (easily) to get full coverage. Read the rest of this entry »

I have a confession. I obviously have an unhealthy (depending on who you ask) with cosmetics. But one category that I’m ALWAYS curious about is concealer. It’s usually the texture that grabs my attention first; level of coverage and packaging follow.

Some time ago I discovered Inglot’s AMC cream concealer. The creamy  consistency Read the rest of this entry »

A while back I had the pleasure of attending a wonderful evening at Ouidad, hosted by Myleik of curlBOX. We had a chance to check out their latest and greatest; Ouidad Curl Recovery Collection.

I finally had a chance to give a few of the products a whirl. I grabbed the shampoo and repair mask and went to work.

I hadn’t washed my hair in about a week (co-washed in between) so it really needed some tlc.  I admit I was a bit skeptical seeing ‘oil’ on the bottle. But just as oil facial washes have their benefits I learned that this potion by Ouidad would also be a winner. Read the rest of this entry »

I first learned of TOKYOMILK last summer. I was teetering through an extremely cool New Orleans boutique and kind of bumped into a few TM items. Knowing that TSA has no qualms about trying to nab my beauty treats I decided to only grab the lip exilir.

Then the line came into Sephora several months ago and I had no Read the rest of this entry »

During last month’s Make Up Show NYC, while containing my excitement to buy everything on display, I snapped up makeup artist and youtube guru, Enkore’s brush soap.

I actually heard out about this awesome soap about 24 hours before attending the show, via twitter. I found it at the Alcone booth; sadly, I have one major regret. Read the rest of this entry »

Imani Dawson, founder of Tribe Called Curl

I was thoroughly excited when I learned of the official launch of  Tribe Called Curl. I had a few stolen moments with founder, Imani Dawson, a couple of months ago at a natural hair event. After admiring her beautiful hair she told me of the impending launch of the site.

Tribe Called Curl is a web destination that delves into beauty, lifestyle and current events. And who doesn’t like to stay on top of the latest in beauty/hair care?

So about the goodies? Read the rest of this entry »

I have debated buying KA’OIR lipsticks for well over a year now. Sure there are countless youtube videos and instagram photos of dames in their blue lipstick and such. However that has never been my thing. Give me a red, pink or nude any day.

I finally caved after seeing copious pictures of more normal shades combined with a promo code that sauntered across my IG feed. I kept it neutral with my choices, figuring I could always branch out if I liked the formula. My order arrived in a reasonable amount of time. It was packaged nicely with tissue and all the fixins’. I was happy about that as many indie companies completely miss the mark on presentation.

First up is the ‘Love U’, described as a nude/earth tone. From the stock photo it looked like it could be the perfect nude for me. It appears a bit more pink once I swatched it. It’s probably a good thing, I need a hit of pink in my nudes; it keeps it from looking milky which NEVER photographs well. The texture of both lipsticks remind me of a MAC creme sheen.

I do not own any chocolate hued lipsticks. I’ve never actually come across one that I was totally in love with. Choco latte  could have quite possible filled this void. It contains ZERO shimmer, bedazzlement or glitter. I know that I’d resemble Pearl from 227 if it had any of the above mentioned.

Over the next few days I will actually try these on and wear with a full face of makeup. I spent yesterday with a terrible migraine so the fact that I brushed my teeth was a major accomplishment.

Stay tuned for my final thoughts! Do you own any of these? Also are we friends on Facebook? If not, let’s rectify this immediately!

I received this miracle in a jar  during a recent hair event here in New York. I remember Motions’ Lavish Conditioner and Shampoo being staples when I had a relaxer, so I was eager to try their line for natural hair.  Since my hair is color treated and undoubtedly takes unnecessary abuse I’m always on the hunt for a conditioner that will hydrate, aid in repair and leave it manageable.

I randomly picked this up last week while planning my method of attack after Read the rest of this entry »

If I can be honest, I didn’t realize that black people can actually get sunburned until screaming in the football stands and listening to the band at my alma mater over ten years ago.

With limited resources, and intel, I think back then I slapped on aloe vera gel and kept it pushing. Now that we are out of the dinosaur age, I was able to reach for some tried and true faves once I returned from my Vegas trip burnt from the stomach down; resembling a lobster. Read the rest of this entry »

YSL’s latest lipstick is a cross between the original Rouge Volupté and Rouge Volupté  Sheer Candy. Rouge Volupté Shine has a glossy feel but definitely opaque like Rouge Volupté.

YSL says that the lipstick is rich in vitamins and anti-oxidants which leaves the lips visibly softer and smoother with up to eight hours of hydration. I have worn it Read the rest of this entry »