MAYBELLINE COLOR TATTOO BLACK ORCHID

Hi everyone and T.G.I.F.

I have always loved the Maybelline color tattoo's since the start, with such fave's as barely branded and inked in pink.
At one point I did have about 15, but one dried out and I gave three away, now that I have recently added the limited edition Black Orchid I am sitting at 12. 
The only draw back with color tattoo's is that sooner or later they will dry out. I like the creamy formulation and this time around it seems better then ever. I find in the past, some colours in the leathers line or tenacious teal and fierce n tangy did tend to drag upon application and could seem patchy and dry. However Black Orchid applies like a dreamy whip and blends out fabulous. 
Also I find Maybelline really has hit the mark with the colour stories they have dreamed up for past and present limited edition Color Tattoo's and I always look forward to seeing what is next. 
I definitely suggest picking up Black Orchid, especially if your new to Color Tattoo's, it won't disappoint and it's a great colour to start out with. In the light it looks gold with a gentle pink undertone and then miraculously transformers in dimmer light to a more metallic plum/purple finish with micro silver flecks.

DIRECT SUNLIGHT

NATURAL LIGHT IN SHADE

DIRECT SUNLIGHT

WHAT IS YOUR ALL TIME FAVOURITE COLOR TATTOO?

WILL YOU BE PICKING UP BLACK ORCHID?

THANKS FOR READING HAVE A GREAT DAY AND WEEK -END

WE ARE FINALLY SEEING SOME AWESOME WEATHER HERE, SITTING AT 20 TODAY

  

MAYBELLINE SINGLE PAN EYE SHADOWS AND COLOR TATTOO

Good day everyone,

           Today on Makeup'Asylum I wanted to share with you some Maybelline items I got over the Christmas holidays on clearance (yes I know a long time to wait to review). I got theses items at a near by Loblaw's store. Everything was so cheap, but a lot was already sold out so that was a bit disappointing. However I still did get a couple of good things.

First I got for $2 a Maybelline color tattoo in the colour 10 FIERCE & TANGY I want to love this colour but I find this particular colour very dry or it just may be old stock, also smells a little like that burnt smell in some fake tan products?!?! It is a beautiful sunset orange that has golden yellow highlights. If I can't use it in every day makeup maybe I will find something clever to use it for a Halloween look next year.

Next up I scored 3 Maybelline single pan eyeshadows for $1 each. I would have liked more, but this was all that was left.

PERFECT PASTELS "50 SEASHELL"

A very pretty delicate ballerina pink perfect for highlighting or all over lid colour

PERFECT PASTELS 120 BLUE BLAZES

I love this colour because its blue, but steel blue with a nice lavender accent to it, which shows more on the swatch. A good colour to use when doing a variation of the smoky eye.

And my favourite MODERN METALLICS 260 COPPER CRAZE

This is highly pigmented and a beautiful deep copper that's rich and warm like tropical Wahiba sand

I am pleased that I was able to walk away with 4 products for $5 what a bargain. I love finding great deep discounts on items like eyeshadow, nail polish and lipstick.

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE ITEMS TO FIND ON CLEARANCE???

THANKS FOR READING AND COME BACK SOON

XOXO:)

TATTOO & DREAM BOUNCE

Good day,


I have stated this before, I am generally not a huge fan of blush, but I have been trying to embrace it. The hardest part is finding the right colour for yourself. You may see others wearing blush and think "Oh! that looks pretty on them." However most of the time I feel unless its very well blended out blush often looks clownish. I also feel on most people its the least flattering as well. Oh! and if you have acne on your cheeks or generally rough skin I think blush is a big "NO, NO" your just drawing more attention to the unwanted visitors on your face. This is a lot of the reasons I also don't normally like blush for myself, why would I want to make a pink or red pimple any more pigmented?!?!? Just sayin!
Also keep in mind yes there are some people that are gifted with great, maybe even fantastic skin, but also a lot of people you see in ads, blogs, pictures posted to Instagram or their Facebook page have done amazing jobs photoshopping, or photocorrecting their pictures. I am certain if you encountered these people in everyday life they look nothing like this, because the truth is unless you have stellar skin do you want to post photo's of yourself barefaced??? I think not. So after my overwhelming introduction lets take a look at a blush that I feel might help me get passed my blushing hurdles.

MAYBELLINE DREAM BOUNCY BLUSH IN PLUM WINE
$8.99, GOT ON SALE FOR $5.99

 

 

This is in fact the darkest offering in the dreamy bouncy blush line. Yes it looks intimidating, but if used sparingly and correctly and really blended into the cheek area well it looks perfectly pinched. I also find that by buffing  it with a lightly powdered kabuki it gives your cheeks a really pretty natural look without being ridiculous. This colour could definitely get out of hand in an inexperienced hand, so beware.

The other tip I find is that if you use this product first and then put your foundation over top a hint of colour comes through making it look that much more natural, this especially works well with a more sheer foundation. 

MAYBELLINE COLOR TATTOO IN POMEGRANATE PUNK
$10 GOT ON SALE FOR $5.99

I don't know why I have never seen this colour till now, I think Canada tends to get shafted that way. A lot of items release in the U.S and don't arrive in Canada till long after the initial hoopla over the product is done and it's yesterdays news. I have even noticed with new release items that tend to get jumped on the minute they drop in the states never get the same reception here in Canada, and if it is I am missing that response some how.

 

Any way Pomegranate Punk looks very much jewel toned in the jar like garnets, but it takes on a more russet red tone when applied to the skin and there is some micro shimmer that shows up a bit in certain angles of light. I love this colour and think it will carry through the winter months beautifully.

 

As you can see the micro glitter is more apparent in this picture

 

So in conclusion I am happy to have discovered these products and hopefully the blush will work out (keeping fingers crossed).

UPDATE- I am happy to say the blush is a success I love the creamy texture and it blends out really well and the colour really is gorgeous. I highly recommend the dreamy bouncy blush line especially for those with drier skin (if you must wear blush)

 

LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS IF YOU HAVE EITHER OF THESE COLOURS OR PRODUCTS AND WHAT YOUR FAVOURITES ARE????

 

TILL NEXT TIME EVERYONE ENJOY YOUR DAY AND STAY TUNED FOR MORE FROM MAKEUP'ASYLUM

 

XOXO:)



MAYBELLINE ***LIMITED EDITION*** COLOR TATTOO'S

I am happy to say after having hunted high and low I finally located the two colours I wanted from the limited edition Maybelline Color Tattoo's.

I picked ICY MINT, which its just that. You look at it and think mint julep, margarita or just a frozen turquoise sea. I do admit out of the two this is my least favorite, now that I have been testing it out. I find its extremely sheer unless you really pack it on. However I do find the colour tattoo's a very versatile product so I will find ways to use it.

 

Just remember these products work really well as a base prior to eyeshadow application. It does really make a difference in amping up your eyeshadow looks overall. So I do recommend trying any of them. Play around with them, wear them alone, with shadow on top or underneath, which ever you prefer. See what works for you, just remember to have fun.

 

Then we have the true star of the show, which is WAVES OF WHITE. This colour is amazing because of the dramatic effect that it gives upon application. When you apply it to the skin its extremely iridescent. If you look at it one way it flashes blue, turn the other way it flashes purple. Its very intense and adds a whole new drama to your eye makeup.

 

 

In the jar it doesn't appear to be much, but it's a whole load of surprises waiting to happen, you just have to unleash it. I give this a 10/10, no joke. Which is very rare for me as I dissect and often tend to over analyze things, which makes me a tough critique.  I often think that I should have skipped on the Icy Mint and got two of these instead. I can see myself running out. You have to be a fan of pigments, shadows and cream shadows that have that flash to them to truly appreciate it, and I hope you do.

 

 Icy Mint             Waves of White

 

So I sadly did not find them in time for last weeks sale at Shoppers Drug Mart when the tattoo's were on for $4.99, so I did shell out the $10 a piece for them. However "Waves of White" was for sure totally worth it.

 

Keep in mind that these Limited Edition items tend to show up in prepacks which means one store location may only get 3 of each colour. You must be diligent in tracking down a store that has them, as they are getting harder to find, once they are gone that's it, so get yours soon if you too are in love.

 

 

www1.shoppersdrugmart.ca

 For locations and hours check the web

 

Have a great day or night where ever you are in the world and...

 

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL XO

 

 

 

 

 

MAYBELLINE COLOR TATTOO, GOSH POLISH, ESSENCE NAIL STAMP KIT

HI TO ALL,

Today is just a random review of some odd ball items I have picked up a long the way and wanted to share.

So after trying three other Maybelline color tattoo's I had hope to snag two of the limited edition one's which would have been "Waves Of White" and "Icy Mint," but to no avail I have not been able to locate them near me. So the regular colours were on sale for $4.99 at SHOPPERS DRUG MART so I just grabbed the colour EDGY EMERALD. It too is also a very nice colour but also it's been out for a while now and I am sure many other people have already reviewed it.

I do see the green tones, but when I think emerald, I think like the Emerald City in the "Wizard of OZ", to me this colour is more a bluish/green, not a true green. The birthstone Emerald is another good example, which is what also comes to mind. I do think this will easily fit in with many of the eyeshadows I already have. I do like using the colour tattoo's alone or as a base to amp up other shadows. Its a very good multi-use product and I recommend it for people who don't have a lot of time for makeup but want a splash of colour on the lid before heading out. .14oz/4g

***JUST A QUICK UPDATE JULY 15****
I find out of all the color tattoo's I have bought this one is least favorable as it tends to apply poorly and has a drier consistency then any of the other's and it does glide on nice and creamy.

 

 

The next item is a new nail polish colour to the GOSH cosmetics line. The nail polishes are now called "OH MY GOSH" and the colour I chose is OCEAN CLUB. This is a chunky glitter that is good for top coats over your favorite blue or green nail polish. It has a mix of true green and rich blue glitter and is very fun for more aquatic takes on summer polish.
 

The bottles are only $4 but you only get 5ml so they are mini size.

The prepack that was available at my SHOPPERS DRUG MART had about 10-12 different colours to choose from.

 

If you'd like to see a pic of it on just click the INSTAGRAM tab on the side bar. The pic shows what it looks like on top of a light blue metallic polish. Quite a nice combo.

 

Lastly I am new to the world of this nail stamping craze and I am not always the most patient person, so I don't know if this will be a good marriage. However I thought I would start small, so I got a mini set by Essence. The kit came with the scraping tool, a metal disk with several designs on it and the rubber stamper.

 

 

I say for the price this is a decent fun little kit. Just make sure to peel the cover off the metal plate, because like a loser I thought it wasn't working and was ready to take it back, only to realize it was all because there is a thin film protecting the plate. So remember PEEL then PLAY lol.

 

I haven't done a full set of nails with this yet as I have been busy with many other things and don't always have the time. So if you too are new to the world of nail stamping then get this, its a good starting point for novice nail stampers. I see so many beautiful looks on Instagram, but just never seem to find the time to try it out myself.

 

So if your NEW to nail stamping as well I will give you a quick 101 on what you do.

 

1. Peel plastic cover off metal disk;)

2. Decide which design you want to use

3. Put a generous drop/s of nail polish on that design

4. Scrape the excess off with the scraping tool

5. Take rubber stamp and press down firmly to pick up image on stamp

6. Start at the side of the nail and sort of press and roll to the other side, but don't drag or the image will smudge. When you pick up the stamp the image should be nicely applied on the nail.

 

So that's the easiest way I can explain how to do nail stamping. Keep in mind you can do all your nails or even just an accent nail. Just have fun with it.

 

Essence products are carried at SHOPPERS DRUG MART

this kit was only $3.99. So find a location near you and shop today

 

www1.shoppersdrugmart.ca

 

So that covers my review today and I hope you will all come back soon for more from

 

MAKEUP'ASYLUM

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL XO