summer swatchfest

Summer Swatchfest: Inglot Freedom System Eyehadows “Brights”

Summer Swatchfest: Inglot Freedom System Eyehadows “Brights”

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As promised I’m back with the final installment of the Summer Swatchfest featuring my palette of “Brights” from the Inglot Freedom System Eyeshadows.
See my “Neutrals” palette and read my thoughts about the formula in this post.

 

rainbow eyeshadow palette

 

bright rainbow colored eyeshadow swatched on brown skin
M= Matte
P= Pearl
Available online from Inglot, Beautylish, Camera Ready Cosmetics and Macys.com
I literally need no more eyeshadows with these two palettes alone… but has that ever stopped me before?!?
Thanks for following the Summer Swatchfest if you have, click HERE to see all of the posts in the series to catch up if you haven’t.
Summer Swatchfest: Inglot Freedom System Eyeshadows “Neutrals”

Summer Swatchfest: Inglot Freedom System Eyeshadows “Neutrals”

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brights and neutrals palette
The Summer Swatchfest is on it’s way out the door, we technically have about a week left of summer, so I’ll have to think of another fun series for Fall. I’m actually splitting the final installment into two parts because there’s just so much to share.
Today I’m sharing some of my favorite shadows ever from the amazing brand Inglot. Inglot has amazing eyeshadows pans that are made to be used in their “Freedom System” to create your own custom palette. My two favorite things about Inglot’s shadow are the amazing quality and the even better price! All of the shadows are so soft and creamy, even the mattes are never chalky or sheer. Each pan currently sells for only $7.00 each, you can’t beat that deal.

 

 

eyeshadow swatches on brown skin
M= Matte
P= Pearl
Available online from Inglot, Beautylish, Camera Ready Cosmetics, Macys.com
Look at all those beauties! Which ones are your favorite?
Stay tuned for my swatches of my “Brights” palette coming soon in the final installment of my Summer Swatchfest Series.

 

Summer Swatchfest: Sugarpill Chromalust Loose Eyeshadow in Lumi

Summer Swatchfest: Sugarpill Chromalust Loose Eyeshadow in Lumi

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Summer is almost over but I’ve got just a few more products to share in my “Swatchfest” series.
Sugarpill describes Lumi as…
“Iridescent snow white with turquoise sheen and flashing bursts of blue and green. Changes color depending on what shade you layer it over. When worn over a dark base, this complex white transforms itself into your new favorite blue eyeshadow! Mix and match and experiment to create your own gorgeous shades”

 

As you can see Sugarpill’s description is so accurate. Lumi is one of those shades that is hard to get a good picture of but looks amazing in person. It’s a gorgeous shade for a pop of color, inner corner highlight, or even a cheek highlight if you’re daring!
Purchased from Camera Ready Cosmetics for $13
Summer Swatchfest: Milani Amore Matte Lip Cremes in Crush, Beloved, Embrace, & Flirt [Swatched on Brown Skin]

Summer Swatchfest: Milani Amore Matte Lip Cremes in Crush, Beloved, Embrace, & Flirt [Swatched on Brown Skin]

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Lip Creams, Crush, Beloved, Embrace & Flirt
It looks like the matte liquid lipstick trend is not stopping any time soon! One of my favorite drugstore brands, Milani, is getting in on the action with their new limited edition “Amore Matte” Lip Creme collection. 
I heard about this, Walgreens exclusive, collection from G over at Nouveau Cheap and just had to get my hands on it. I purchased 4 of the 8 shades in the collection for $7.99 each at my local Walgreens. This collection is limited edition but Milani has confirmed that it will also be available on their website in the coming months.  

Crush, Beloved, Embrace & Flirt, Liquid Lipsticks
Crush, Beloved, Embrace & Flirt

As you can see Crush & Beloved are very opaque while Embrace & Flirt show a little uneven/streakiness.

I haven’t gotten a chance to do a full wear test on all of these shades on my lips yet. From the shades that I’ve tried they dry quickly to a matte finish, have very little transfer and are not super drying on my lips. I was able to get 5-6 hours of wear out of Crush before it started to fade in the center, but that was with eating pasta and chips.
Note to self: wear time is much longer when you avoid greasy foods

Summer Swatchfest: Milani Lipsticks [Swatched on Brown Skin]

Summer Swatchfest: Milani Lipsticks [Swatched on Brown Skin]

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I’m kicking off this installment of the Swatchfest with another drugstore fave, Milani lipsticks! The majority of their lipsticks I have come from the original collection. All of these have great pigmentation with a satin finish and wear comfortably on the lips. I also have three matte finish lipsticks from their Fall 2014 “Enchanted” matte lipstick collection. If you missed out on that collection don’t fret Milani released a whole line of matte lipsticks in 2015. I haven’t picked up any to compare but from what I’ve seen you can find dupes of these three. 

Fruit Punch, Rose Hip, Plumrose, Sangria, Black Cherry, Nude Creme, Teddy Bare

Enchanted Topaz, Enchanted Amethyst, Enchanted Ruby
(limited edition)
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Summer Swatchfest: The Balm “Lou Manizers” [Swatched on Brown Skin]

Summer Swatchfest: The Balm “Lou Manizers” [Swatched on Brown Skin]

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I kind of have a thing for illuminators/highlighters. I basically just want to look like a disco ball at all times. 
“Strobing” has recently popped up as the hottest new makeup trend… except it’s not new, most of us have been doing it for a while now. So today I’m sharing with you another set of products to help you get your glow on, theBalm’s “Lou Manizers”. They’re gorgeous highlighters that blend like a dream to give you that radiant lit from within look. theBalm always wins for me with their adorable packaging, The “Wanted” poster packaging is so cute it’s criminal! 
Mary-Lou Manizer, Betty-Lou Manizer, Cindy-Lou Manizer 
Mary-Lou Manizer, Betty-Lou Manizer, Cindy-Lou Manizer 
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Summer Swatchfest: BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfectors Pressed & “Champagne Pop” Preview [Swatched on Brown Skin]

Summer Swatchfest: BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfectors Pressed & “Champagne Pop” Preview [Swatched on Brown Skin]

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Over the last few years I have become so obsessed with the Australian brand BECCA. I’ve tried quite a few of their products and I’ve yet to have a dud. My favorite product from BECCA is their Shimmering Skin Perfectors, illuminators/highlighters, which come in pressed, liquid, and poured (cream). The pressed formulation is my favorite because they give the most amazing glow to the skin. 

Rose Gold, Blushed Copper, Opal, Topaz
I can’t wait to get my hands on their newest SSP release coming in July, “Champagne Pop“. It’s pretty safe to say I’m obsessed! 

Introducing #ChampagnePop! Our limited edition Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed created in collaboration with @JaclynHill. Available exclusively at @Sephora starting Thursday, 7/2 9am PST/12pm EST! #BECCAxJaclynHill

BECCA describes this shade as a “soft white gold shade with golden undertones and hint of peach”
via BECCA
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Summer Swatchfest: Maybelline Color Sensational Lipsticks [Swatched on Brown Skin]

Summer Swatchfest: Maybelline Color Sensational Lipsticks [Swatched on Brown Skin]

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Best Maybelline Lipsticks
Maybelline is one of my favorite drugstore makeup brands, they are always current and on trend with what’s going on in the beauty world. I especially love their lipsticks which have a great color range, lots of different finishes, and are always comfortable to wear.
875 Vivid Rose, 885 Vibrant Mandarin, 900 Hot Plum, 905 Brazenberry, 970 Electric Fuchsia, 980 Orange Edge
875 Vivid Rose, 885 Vibrant Mandarin, 900 Hot Plum, 905 Brazenberry, 970 Electric Fuchsia, 980 Orange Edge
990 Fuchsia Fierce, 870 Afternoon Tea, 995 Violet Intrigue, 1000 Lavender Voltage, 1005 Midnight Plum
990 Fuchsia Fierce, 870 Afternoon Tea, 995 Violet Intrigue, 1000 Lavender Voltage, 1005 Midnight Plum
650 Nude Embrace, 660 Touch of Spice, 685 Craving Coral, 695 Divine Wine, 935 Sin-A-Mon, 950 Untainted Spice
650 Nude Embrace, 660 Touch of Spice, 685 Craving Coral, 695 Divine Wine, 935 Sin-A-Mon, 950 Untainted SpiceShop

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Summer Swatchfest: MAC Lipstick Collection [Swatched on Brown Skin]

Summer Swatchfest: MAC Lipstick Collection [Swatched on Brown Skin]

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Amongst beauty lovers, MAC’s lipsticks are coveted cult fave and I’m no exception. My favorite product from MAC is definitely their lipsticks. Here are swatches of my entire MAC lipstick collection thus far. 
I have a feeling this collection will be expanding as soon as I get my hands on MAC’s newest matte lipstick collection! 

Kraft, Viva Glam V, Styled in Sepia, Spice, Frenzy, Sensual Sparks, Nude, Bad Gal Riri
Kraft, Viva Glam V, Styled in Sepia, Spice, Frenzy, Sensual Sparks, Nude, Bad Gal Riri

Pink Nouveau, Quick Sizzle, Pleasure Bomb, Viva Glam Nicki, Viva Glam VI, Heroine, Heaux, Riri Boy
Pink Nouveau, Quick Sizzle, Pleasure Bomb, Viva Glam Nicki, Viva Glam VI, Heroine, Heaux, Riri Boy 
Instigator, Yung Rapunxel, Punk Couture, Living Legend, Talk That Talk
Instigator, Yung Rapunxel, Punk Couture, Living Legend, Talk That Talk 
Ruby Woo, Riri Woo, Heartless, Morange, Razzle Dazzler
Ruby Woo, Riri Woo, Heartless, Morange, Razzle Dazzler
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Summer Swatchfest: Coastal Scents Hot Pots [Swatched on Brown Skin]

Summer Swatchfest: Coastal Scents Hot Pots [Swatched on Brown Skin]

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affordable eyeshadow single pans
I’m starting a new series/project here to share swatches of a lot of products that I have but have never shared on the blog.
I’m kicking off with Coastal Scents Hot Pot shadows, which retail for only $1.95 regular price (and frequently go on sale for only $1). Coastal Scents offers over 300 shades of Hot Pots with various finishes, so there’s something for everyone to try. 
The shadows have phenomenal quality for the price. The “shimmer” shades are very buttery and highly pigmented, while the “matte” shades are stiffer but still have good pigmentation. 
All of the swatches below are one swipe with no primer.
Hot Tamale, Tangelo Tint, Phoenix Sun, Deep Cantaloupe, Cherry Moss, Jewel Teal, Dark Goldenrod
Hot Tamale, Tangelo Tint, Phoenix Sun, Deep Cantaloupe, Cherry Moss, Jewel Teal, Dark Goldenrod

Spiceberry, Wild Raisin, Copper Pot, Niagara, Forest Eve, Pure Bronze, Grape Vine

Caramelized, Amber Bronze, Boca Mocha, Bungalow Glow, Golden Sienna, Deep Merlot
Caramelized, Amber Bronze, Boca Mocha, Bungalow Glow, Golden Sienna, Deep Merlot

Vintage Burgundy, Dark Golden Olive, Ashen, Chai Spice, Medieval Gold
Vintage Burgundy, Dark Golden Olive, Ashen, Chai Spice, Medieval Gold
Available on CoastalScents.com