Review: Kiko Lip Products & Giveaway Still On-Going!!

Review: Kiko Lip Products

If you follow my blog or YouTube videos, you will know that I have been raving about Kiko makeup all summer.  Well, the hype continues for me with their lip products!

The Sheer and Creamy lip crayons were apart of Kiko's summer line, and are exactly how they claim to be, sheer and creamy!  They feel so soft and moisturizing on the lips, in turn making it the perfect every day lip product!  (PS:  I'm giving one away on my YouTube channel!  You can enter by clicking here!)

I LOVE this lipgloss released for the Olymics!  It's such a cool colour of purple, and smells like vanilla! YUM!  It wears so well over different lipstick colours, or on it's own.  I'll definitely be throwing this one in my bag to carry with me everywhere!

Kiko's lipstick in the colour 517 is the perfect Barbie pink!!  I love these hues of pink, because they make me feel so pretty and girly!  The lipstick itself is definitely unique.  It has a matte texture, but is still extremely creamy.

Last but not least, the Kiko lipstick in colour 392!  This is definitely one of the best formulations of lipstick I have ever tried!!!  It feels so luxurious on the lips!  Not to mention, this red is HOT!

I hope you enjoyed this little review on Kiko products I've tried!  If you want to try and win some for yourself, enter the giveaway on my youtube channel!  In case you missed the link above, I'll insert it again right here: http://www.youtube.com/chelsimadonna !

Thanks for reading!

Chelsi

PS:  In case you're wondering, I'm wearing the leopard print nails by Impress!

Review: Kiko Eye Makeup & Giveaway!

Review: Kiko Eye Makeup

While in Italy I came across the Kiko makeup brand when shopping one day.  I have to say, it was definitely one of my most exciting finds, and spend hours in the store swatching and exploring the brand.  

I was very impressed with the quality and price, especially with their eyeshadows.  The eyeshadows came in a wide range of colours and textures, and it was so hard to only pick a few!  In the end I chose two eyeshadows in 139 and 143, and one sphere shadow (or baked shadow) in 18.  I also gave into buying a pigments in colour 10, which in the end was one of my favorite.  

 Eyeshadow in 139

This shadow is a complete dupe of the Stila eyeshadow in kitten! It's a great highlight because light reflects from it so beautifully!

 Eyeshadow in 143

The sparkle in this shadow is so gorgeous, but I could not take a picture that did it ay justice!  You'll just have to trust me on this one!  The glitter is so fine, and transfers so well on the eye!

 Colour Sphere in 18

Not only is the colour of this baked shadow a flattering sparkle of bronze, but the packaging is so luxurious! Where the other eyeshadow packaging is made of a durable plastic, this one has a soft matte casing (unlike that of NARS) and has a thick clear casing that shows the colour of the shadow very well!

Swatches in order: 139, 143, 18

 Pigment in 10

Swatch: This has the most amazing colour payoff, however I have to say, like most pigments, the fall-outs after applying this shadow is awful! 

HINT: when using pigments, apply concealer and/or foundation after applying the eye makeup. This makes clean up much easier.

The overall brand reminded me of a less expensive MAC with similar quality.  Some of the shadows I swatched in store weren't as pigmented as others, but overall I was extremely impressed and would recommend this brand to anyone, that is, if you can get your hands on it!

ALSO!  I'm hosting a GIVEAWAY on my YouTube channel for this shadow in 139, along with some other Kiko products I've been enjoying! Click here for more info!

Thank you so much for reading!

Chelsi

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Nails of the Week!

 If Barbie painted her nails, this is what they would look like.

I Used:

Sally Hansen - Caribbean Coral

Jessica - Striking (Over Top)

Sally Hansen - Strobe Light

Essie - Good To Go Top Coat

Review: Essie disappearing trick

 Essie disappearing trick

I've never tried a cuticle remover before, so when I came across "disappearing trick" by Essie I had to pick it up.

It has a soft rubber applicator which makes applying the product easy and precise.  The formula is thin, but still quite hydrating.  It's also sent-less which might be something some of you may look for in a product.

The results are quite noticeable, and definitely give my nails an overall cleaner look.  I haven't taken care of my nails enough in the past, but after using this product I'm quite motivated to do so!

Retails for: $8-$9

Thanks for reading,
Chelsi

Review: Garnier BB Cream

 Garnier BB Cream

BB cream has been long popularized in the Asian beauty community, and it's only now that America is catching on.  The hype finally started to spread throughout the US and Canada, and now many popular American brands are creating their version of the BB cream.  I've always been curious about the true nature of a BB cream, so I decided to try and get my hands on the Garnier Skin Renew in light/medium. 

 Immediately I thought, "oh no, this is definitely wayyy to dark for my skin!" I am fairly pale this time of year, and initially because of my horrible application, it was too dark.  I squeezed out what seemed to be reasonable amount of product, but which ended up being way to much.  I attempted to blend the product as much as I possibly could, but had a slightly "orangey" result.  Since then, I realized that a little goes a long way, and I've really grown to love it!

There isn't a crazy difference, but it does even my complexion enough to be noticeable, and it's very hydrating (which is something my skin desperately needs in a product).

I got my sister to try the cream as well.  She has oily skin and I was curious to find out whether it would be suitable for her as well.  She found the formula blended evenly, and with a little time, it settled in creating a dewy look.  I do recommend setting this cream with a powder if you have oily skin though, just to increase lasting power.

I've been using a really pigmented concealer to cover any "problem areas," but overall the BB cream works well in my makeup routine.

A con to this product is definitely the colour range.  I know BB creams are not known to come in a great variety of colours, but even the 2 options given by Garnier will not cover all their basis.  They offer light/medium, and medium/dark.  This is something that could definitely be worked on.  Other then that, I would give this cream a go if you're in the market for something hydrating, sheer, but with just enough coverage for everyday use!  It's also SPF 15!

I recommend buying this product at Wal-Mart where I managed to pick it up for $12, as opposed to Shoppers who were selling it for $20.

Thanks for reading,
Chelsi

Lips: Bright Pink for Spring and Summer

 I've been loving this combo lately!  Smashbox matte lipstick in Electric Pink, with Urban Decay's gloss in Crush!

If you try a bright pink lip like this let me know!  I would love to hear what products you used to create it! 

Thanks for reading,

Chelsi