Brush Breakdown!

I breakdown each brush I use on a daily basis and what I use them for.
I try to show cheaper alternatives and what I think you should splurge on and what you shouldn't.


Sigma brushes:
http://www.sigmabeauty.com/view_all_s/160.htm

ULTA:
http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2230001&productId=xlsImpprod3220081&navAction=push&navCount=1&subdoc=2realtech39&categoryId=cat80088%20cat80084

FIRST VIDEO EVER!!!

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HAUL....

I recently went to The Cosmetic Company Store in Naples, FL....
OHHHHH MYYYYYY GODDDD!!
That place is a gift from God to Samantha.
Yes I am being overly dramatic but this location had the best products I have seen at all of the locations I have been to...
So I went a little crazy and picked out a bunch of stuff and had received a few gifts as well!!
Thanks Sim and Jenn! 

So here we go...

I always say that buying high end lip glosses are a waste of money because you go through them  so quickly! NYX make great lip products and they're SO AFFORDABLE... I think they're 4-5 dollars and sometimes they're buy one get one half off at ULTA so they're definitely worth it! I picked up the four colors above and I listed the names in order from left to right! I really love each one and they can be worn with almost everything!  

I always talk about how much I LOVE Smashbox primer and still so but I DON'T love the price! This was my first time using MAC's Matte  and it is identical to Smashbox and it was only $12 at the cosmetic company store which is the same price as the NYX Shine Killer and comes with a little more. I know at the mac counter it's $20 so if you can't find it for a lower price I strongly suggest the NYX primer because it is AMAZING! 

Paintpots are my favorite eye primers of all time!!!! I have several and there were several there I fell in love with.... Groundwork is ideal for neutral and warmer tones which are something I use on a daily basis. I also use Imaginary for dark smokey eyes  but not something you can use on a daily basis but I do like the deep purple tint. And of course my FAVORITE ... Painterly! They had it for $13... HOW COULD I RESIST because it was such a good deal and you could never have too many!

I love color and this Extra Dimension shadows are very pigmented and bold and with a paint pot behind it it will pop even more! They're really smooth too ...

This shadow wheel is very neutral and I do like it but... I wish that the Crisp color was matte since I usually use the darker colors in my outer corners and I usually like matte colors. But this is a wheel that can be used EVERYDAY... especially if you want a light look as you can see the colors are very sheer.

Pressed pigments are AMAZING... If you don't like glitter and fallout this isn't the product for you!

These colors go on super sheer and really glittery but I bought warm colors because I use them the most and I do put these products on top of them for a little umphhh . I love the way it looks but like I said not every girl loved glitter.... UNFORTUNATELY !

I do think that mascara is something that should be bought at drugstores... They're super overpriced to me and feel like there are mascaras just as good in drug stores. But... this mascara makes your lashes so evenly spread out and make them look so natural! I think it's because there are so many bristles on the wand and I really like how big the wand is. So if you're a mascara lover you can give this a try if you're willing to spend. 

This eye liner has a brownishh blackish color it's a pretty color but this liner does NOT last... Eye liner is a must for my eyes and I love a good liner. The color is so nice I just wish it lasted a while longer...

This was my favorite purchase of them all!! I love the color its a maroon/plum color and it's gorgeous... Though it has shimmer in it I like it for contour and it is to die for... Especially if you're a darker skin tone ...

 This watts up is really pretty highlight... It blends out really nice which is good because it is a cream stick. But i personally prefer powder! But I wouldn't rule it out! 

A ton of crap! Google a cosmetic company story and save some money people...

BALLIN ON A BUDGET! Sorry I had to...

New Faves....

THIS FOUNDATION IS PURE BLISS....
I think this foundation gives MAC's foundations a run for its money!
I get oily in my Tzone after a few hours and with this foundation I don't go running for the powder it really is amazing!
I apply it with either a flat kabuki or a wet beauty blender!
The beauty blender is the more natural finish of the two....
But if you're oily give it a try... You might fall in love!
AND.... Walgreens has these products buy one get one half off.

On my drugstore vs. retail I spoke about how I think the NYX dewy finish was the same... I still think so but... Spraying this on your face after applying liquid foundation and going in with your powder .... Flawless airbrush finish!

Walgreens add...
http://walgreens.shoplocal.com/walgreens/default.aspx?action=entryflash

P.S--- L'Oreal has a kick ass mascara I'll have to add it later!

Urban Decay Palettes!

Over the past couple months I've accumulated four Urban Decay Palettes.... I went form having nothing by them to all of this... Can I complain. UMMMM NO!

So i wanted to tell you my thoughts on these palettes vs. making your own!

So I went on the Urban Decay website and saw two palettes on sale for $15... What a freaking BARGAIN!!! Especially when they're usually $40! I couldn't resist.

The Mariposa Palette comes with ten eye shadow shades! This is on the warmer side because it's got a lot of browns and neutrals with just a couple shades for a pop of color.

My favorite from the top row is Infamous! It reminds me of MAC's stars n rockets... Paired with Rockstar it would be a beautiful blend. Wreckage is great for everyday which can also be paired with skimp. Gunmetal can give depth if you're looking for a dramatic look.

Spotlight and Limelight are the most sheer on my skin tone. So I do think these are colors that will get the least amount of use for myself. Mushroom is a nice deep gray with a nice frost to it and I really love blue eye shadow for some reason... Call me Tacky... But Haight is a great blue for a little burst of color. 

The only con i have to this palette is that there are no matte colors which I think are essential in my opinion so it's not something I would only pack when traveling but definitely worth the price!

P.S-I went to ULTA and they had this same exact palette for the full price so buying this online is your BEST option.

Also another $15 buy!

These colors are also very warm and has colors like  Last Call and Mildew for your pop of color! And of course the Oil Slick for the depth. 

Maui Wowie is my favorite of them all and Grifter being in a close second. Sin and Polyester Bride are ideal for highlighting under your brows or in your tear ducts.

The palette is nice but once again I wish they included more matte colors but like I said before this is a nice item for the price. I mean you can't really complain because the whole palette cost less than a single eye shadow. So you're getting quantity and quality!

I LOVE THE OZ COLLECTION!!! This palette is very soft and has soft colors that can be used frequently even the purples are very soft so it won't look like you're always having a dramatic eye.

As you can see these colors are sheer and so simply beautiful! This palette can be used daily! 

It's also got warm colors that are also sheer! So if you're looking for a everyday palette this is definitely it especially if you're not one to wear an abundance of color or looking for a natural look which is a perk to this palette. 

This palette is my favorite of the two! These colors are also warm but they have a deeper warmth than the other three. And I LOVE IT. Plus Mila Kunis is on the cover! I mean she is the most amazing lady ever! 

You can see the warmth in this and they included TWO MATTE finishes!! Wooohooo... Browns are one of my favorite shades to wear and i COULDN'T BE any happier that they included several  different shades of brown with just wonderful dimensions!

Even more warmth with color and I think the gold they included is so rich and has glitter in it! I LOVE glitter lol 

By far my FAVORITE PALETTE of them all. 

No cons here!

 Both of the OZ palettes come with eye liners. Glinda Palette comes with Purple and Theodora comes with Black! These are my favorite eyeliners currently so BOTH shades are great! 

AND... Urban Decay just came out with these pencils in a ton more shades!

I am so excited...

Last but not least the Oz palettes also come with these  Gloss Color pencils. They are AMAZING PRODUCTS and last! They don't make your lips dry and both colors are great! The Glinda is very day to day and Theodora is just a very sultry color. If you're not a fan of the palettes fine... But these lip pencils are incredible. 

SO THERE YOU HAVE IT

A PLETHORA OF INFO! 

If you're interested in the sale items here's the link to Urban Decay

BUY STUFF lol 

http://www.urbandecay.com/urban-decay-cosmetics-sale-products/sale,default,sc.html