MAYBELLINE THE COLOSSAL SMOKY EYES MASCARA & CLEAN EXPRESS EYEMAKEUP REMOVER

Good day everyone,


Here I am thinking the new Maybelline Colossal smoky eyes was just another black mascara, but low and behold it's not. The new line offers up three choices BLACKEST SMOKE, BLUE BLAZE and SCORCHING BROWN. My pick was blue blaze because it almost looks black but with a navy charcoal undertone.

 

The brush or wand is a standard bristle brush with no fancy gimmicks which I prefer. The formulation of this mascara is a little wetter then the Maybelline Rocket, I do not find it difficult to work with but have read other reviews of the complaint that this is to wet.

 

 

I don't find it incredibly noticeable the blue tone to this mascara once applied to your lashes, it just seems a little less harsh then blackest blacks. I had really hoped Maybelline was bringing the colour collection in the Great Lash line to Canada. However sadly that isn't happening so this will have to do.

 

If your looking for dramatic coloured mascara then this would not be it as this is very subtle.

You get 9.2ml for about $6

 

After all is said and done I like this mascara but not enough to repurchase. I still love my Rocket mascara and Lash Stiletto which I use one or the other daily.

 

If your looking for a great eye makeup remover I highly urge you to try the Maybelline Clean express for waterproof eye makeup. I find it so gentle which is a nice change as I find every time I use an eye makeup remover I feel an unpleasant burning on the delicate skin under my eye, so how gentle can they be if they are doing that. One of the most harsh products that I would stay away from is the Korean brand "The Face Shop" they have a cleansing rich oil made of rice water and I got a bit in my eye accidently the one day and it was so painful I thought I was going to go blind.

 

 

This product is dual action so you must shake the bottle well to activate the product prior to use and you get a great gentle clean without a lot of vigorous rubbing. Its safe for sensitive eyes and contact wearers and there is NO scent. To me its crazy when companies put heavy fragrance in product that goes near your eye, your just asking for trouble.

 

Maybelline I feel is the master of their craft when it comes to mascara and most eyeshadows at drugstore level. I am sure Maybelline will continue through history even long after I have laid my eyes to rest.

 

You get 120ml for about $7, but it lasts a long time because you need very little to get the job done.

 

LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS IF YOU HAVE TRIED EITHER OF THESE PRODUCTS, DO YOU LOVE THIS NEW MASCARA???

 

HOPE YOU ENJOYED THIS MAYBELLINE REVIEW

 

BESURE TO CHECK OUT MORE FROM MAYBELLINE ON-LINE OR AT A STORE NEAR YOU

 

http://www.maybelline.ca/

 

TILL WE MEET AGAIN

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL XO

 

 

 

 

 

***NEW*** MAKE UP FOR EVER SMOKY EXTRAVAGANT MASCARA

THIS PRODUCT WAS SENT TO ME FOR REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION FROM MAKE UP FOR EVER. HOWEVER ALL VIEWS AND OPINIONS ARE MY OWN BASED ON MY PERSONAL FIRST EXPERIENCE WITH THE PRODUCT.

Are you ready for some serious lashes? sure to give some heavy competition in the mascara world.

Then brace your lashes for MAKE UP FOR EVER'S SMOKY EXTRAVAGANT MASCARA.

This is a super glamorous mascara that drapes the lashes in an eye defining ultra black pigment giving your lashes that lights, camera, and ready for action look.

Make Up For Ever states: "This is a must have for all women. The pro quality cone shaped brush has an instant effect in one stroke. The precision tip separates and accentuates lashes as the round base creates extravagant volume from any distance."

photo taken by a table lamp with flash on camera and no filter adjustments

 

 In order to deliver amazing pigmentation Dany Sanz has used natural mineral pigments made from Micronized Iron Oxide. Which in short just means the iron oxide has been broken down into extremely fine particles which in turn better coats each and every lash with intense colour.

 

Being that this product is made of natural pigments you'll have the comfort of knowing it's safe for sensitive eyes and those who wear contacts.

 

From my picture you get a good look at the coverage, volume and length this mascara provides. I love mascara that really makes lashes stand out. Sometimes I like a more subtle look, but most times then not, bring on the BOLD lashes. However you don't need to be heavy handed with this mascara at all as it does go on quite heavy if your not careful.

 

I just washed off what was on my eye and amazingly the claim holds true, it is so easy to clean off. There is nothing left behind and no extra work for me. I find some mascara's leave a trace amount behind or a bit of a stain on the skin just below the eye and you need to use cleanser or Vaseline to get that off. BRAVO a mascara that looks great, but is not a nightmare to get off.

A mascara that is sweat proof, but water soluble, how ingenious.

 

This brush reminds me of a miniature Christmas tree with its abundance of some 580 bristles which are all part of the magic of this mascara and its ability to define and separate down to the tiny corner lashes. This brush design is not typical and may not be embraced by all who use it.

 

I wouldn't say this mascara is entirely clump free, but if you don't over do it it's fine.

 

So in closing I think Make Up For Ever has hit this right out of the park for lover's of extravagant lashes. People who are currently favouring other brands of mascara may very well be dancing on over to loving this new SMOKY EXTRAVAGANT MASCARA.

 

This mascara comes in a sturdy pro looking tube and is 7ml

$28

 

I do see this mascara on Sephora's website, however I am not sure if it has landed in stores yet.

 Please check with your local Sephora store or Make Up For Ever fine boutiques.

 

www.makeupforever.com

or

www.sephora.com

 

THANKS FOR READING EVERYONE HOPE THIS HAS INSPIRED YOU TO GET YOUR SMOKY EXTRAVAGANT LASHES ON

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL

 

MAYBELLINE FALSIES BIG EYES MASCARA REVIEW

Hope your all having a great day,


I want to say that I am in no way the type of person that feels I need to buy tons of mascara. Due to the nature of the product and the fact that it is something that needs to be replaced more often I tend to be much more selective when deciding to buy mascara.

I probably would have not purchased this BIG eyes mascara for the simple fact I have four mascara's on the go that I continually rotate through. However I did buy this one because I already made a statement that I would be reviewing it and I did not want to go back on my word.

So I did pick one up at my local SHOPPERS DRUG MART and I think they were $10.99. My choice was and usually always is blackest black with any mascara unless it's a colour like electric blue. So if you see this Maybelline please consider bringing back the GREAT LASH mascara in the blue and plum those were amazing mascara's and I miss them.

So for anyone who hasn't heard about this mascara basically it is a dual ended product. This mascara offers up one standard size wand on one end and a small one on the other to fine detail your lower lashes.

 SO THIS IS MY EYE BEFORE THE MASCARA

THIS IS MY EYE WITH UPPER AND LOWER LASHES COMPLETE

As you can see this mascara really does define and accentuate even the smallest of lashes. I do like this mascara, but I feel I can achieve the same quality if not better with Maybelline's Rocket mascara in the same colour. One thing I will say is that being it's not waterproof it does have excellent stay power. Just for the sake of my blog I did one eye and left it on while I slept and the next morning my eyelashes still looked nice. I did have a bit of smudging on my lower eye lid and flakey bits, which is to be expected. Oddly enough there wasn't any smeared on my pillow case which is great to know should you accidently fall a sleep wearing it.

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My question to Maybelline is how different are the formulations from one mascara to the next??? Is it really a significant difference that would make for a $3-4 difference from one mascara to the other, or is it merely because it's the new shiny toy on the shelf? (sorry I just have to put that out there.) 

One thing I really appreciate about this mascara is because it's dual ended the wands are shorter. I like that because it feels like you can get in so much closer to your eyelashes without having say a two inch length of wand, it's only about a quarter inch and it feels more in control in your hand.

The small detailing end is a creative endeavour on Maybelline's part and for those who are novice to makeup this might be a great addition to start off your makeup collection. This may also be helpful to those who have an unsteady hand due to a medical condition or a senior who still wants to try to put a little makeup on from day to day with little to no help. I on the other hand I have been using mascara for just about 23 years and feel I can accomplish this task with one standard wand.

I imagine in the cosmetic industry mascara is probably one of the hardest things to continually reinvent to seem better, bolder and seem different enough to catch consumers attention. So I say kudos to the brands that make every effort to keep bringing us something new and marketable in such a demanding market such as makeup.

So I would love to hear your thoughts on this new BIG eyes mascara and any comments you would like to share.

Maybelline falsies BIG eyes mascara is available at many retailers now

$10 will get you .3fl oz/9ml

So thank you for reading and much more to come to MakeUp'Asylum

STAY BEAUTIFUL XO

MAYBELLINE PURE PIGMENTS ***NEW***

HI TO ALL,


Today I am very excited to share with you the most beautiful  and most anticipated products I have come across since I started blogging three months ago. I purchased the items myself I am about to show you and I am not being paid for my views or opinions, they are truly my own, so enjoy.

Maybelline all I can say is bravo, these new PURE PIGMENTS are absolutely stunning, totally out of this world and worth every nickel (since pennies are obsolete;).)

Before we start I want to add I bought 8 of the 9 colours and will be doing a 2 part review as to cover all 8 in one review is far to long and you'll enjoy coming back in anticipation of the last 4;)

So lets have a look and enjoy the rich experience with these fine gems.

The first colour is 25 WILD GOLD. This is truly a bold bright yellow gold that will look as though you have applied real gold leaf to the eyes. Not that this colour needs any help being amped up, but to help the colour pack on and stay use the color tattoo 24hr eyeshadow in 45 BOLD GOLD, what a beautiful partnership.

 So this photo was taken near a regular table lamp no special camera work or lighting, so that should speak for it self about the insanity of these pigments. This colour surely would be a favorite of Cleopatra if she still lived today I am certain.

Then we have 10 BRASH BLUE and yes this blue is very self assertive if you didn't notice from the picture.

You better watch out Mimi from Drew Carey because your blue shadow don't have anything on me and my brash blue lol.

Next up is 20 PINK REBEL this pink has a duochrome finish that reflects a light purple/violet iridescence and for you gal's out there that love your pinks then do not miss this.

PINK REBEL is truly a pigment of beauty reminiscent of Memphis pink roses and can truly hold its own or be worn with "inked in pink" as its companion base.

The last colour for part 1 of this PURE PIGMENT segment is the colour 45 DOWNTOWN BROWN. Now don't get me wrong as I said at the start I love these pigments, but out of them all this is probably my least favorite. I am more for the extreme and bold, but this will actually be a great colour for everyday use to accent any neutral look to just add a hit of shimmer and pizazz.

This particular colour actually reminds me a lot of Mac's "TEMPTING" lustre from the previous style warriors collection. It's not exact, but close. So if that's a colour from Mac that you loved and miss then pick up this pure pigment by Maybelline.

So in closing a couple of points I would like to make. If you want your pigments to last always try to prime your eye before application be it NYX jumbo pencil in Milk, Avon eyeshadow primer or higher end products like too faced shadow insurance. BUYER BEWARE the BLUE does actually stain and you need to wash the area at least 3 times for it to be gone, just as a heads up so you are not alarmed if you use it. Again these pigments are extremely intense saturated colours and are on the higher end of the dramatic scale, but certain colours can be sheered out and toned down for everyday use.

I truly hope Maybelline has plans for many more colour offerings to come. I would love to see a true red like a "fire engine" and that would be a fun name for it as well. So Maybelline if you read this and  like the name and the idea you need to give credit where credit is due.

The only colour I did not purchase was the black with shimmer particles because I don't feel for me that would be used quickly enough, it is pretty as I have seen it in person. I look forward to seeing how others in the Internet world will utilize that pigment for various looks.

The pure pigments are currently available in Canadian stores like Walmart and Shopper's Drug Mart.

This week in the Canadian Walmart flyer you can get the pigments for $5.97 WOW great deal as they will be around $8-10 other wise depending on where you shop for your eye candy.

The pigments come in a round small plastic jar inside they do come with a sifter insert for those who love that instead of it just open to dip your brush in. Each pigment is 1.5g which doesn't seem much, but I seriously can tell you all you need is merely a pinch like pepper to get the full effect. These will last a long time, especially if you choose to get all the colours as I did.

HOPE you enjoyed this review and stay tuned for part 2 coming soon on the remaining four colours in the PURE PIGMENTS collection. Not to be missed, two of my favorites I saved for last.

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All the pigments are rich in tone and have a strong foil finish and apply soft as butter.