Reviews and Other Stuff

Month: August 2017

Glamglow Gravitymud, Thirstymud, Flashmud, Youthmud, & Supermud Review

How’s it going Guys! I’ve been obsessing about masks lately and decided to try some Glamglow face masks since they seem to have a couple of really interesting products, and also, I was looking for something that I could use for specific skincare situations.

glamglow flashmud thirstymud youthmud gavitymud

Masks are really fun to try and they’re such good skin preps to incorporate in your regular beauty routine. They come in different formulations and purposes, depending on your skin condition and what it needs. These Glamglow minis are so nice to try because then you could rule out which ones you’ll like and might need.

 

Glamglow Youthmud Tinglexfoliate Treatment

 

I’ve had a really good experience with their Glamglow Supermud Mask (further reviewed HERE), and I’ve been using it twice a week since then. It’s probably one of the best treatment face masks I’ve ever used, and it just clears my blackheads and whiteheads like a breeze. My pores have never been better and breakouts have been prevented. It has a strong lavender scent which you’ll get used to pretty easily and it dries fast. This is a great mask for cleaning the skin thoroughly and preventing too much oil buildup.

glamglow supermud review

Since my purchase of the Glamglow Supermud, I’ve always wanted to experience some of their masks, especially during the days when I feel like I may need some hydration on my skin, or when I feel like I need a thorough exfoliation or a facial scrub after an oily sweaty day. So here are the minis that I’ve tried.

 

Glamglow Gravitymud Firming Treatment

Glamglow Flashmud Brightening Treatment (0.5 oz: $22, 1.7 oz: $69) – This mask is meant to deliver a radiant and luminous skin. It also evens the skin’s texture and minimizes or prevents dark spots. In other words, its main purpose is what its name says. A brightening mask. It smells like a fusion of great tea, white clay, something acidic and something floral. It has little bits of what looks like finely- grounded leaves and the mask overall feels very gritty. It’s definitely a great exfoliating mask or a face scrub. While I haven’t noticed any brightening effects, I do like this mask. I like that it makes my face feel soft and it controls the oil. This mask has a flesh color which transforms into a semi-transparent finish after a few minutes. Glamglow suggests to leave it on for at least 20 minutes, then you can rinse it off with water.

 

Glamglow Gravitymud Firming Treatment (0.5 oz: $22, 1.7 oz: $69) – Of all the Glamglow face masks, this is probably the most fun to try. It smells like a yummy Piรฑa Colada and it starts off as a metallic white cream which transforms into a silver peel-off mask. The larger size comes with a brush for an easy application because applying this mask with your fingers alone can be a slight challenge. I didn’t notice a firming sensation with this mask, but I love the fun of using it. It will transform you into either a magical unicorn or like Tin Man from Wizard of Oz.

 

Glamglow Thirstymud Hydrating Treatment

Glamglow Youthmud Tinglexfoliate Treatment (0.5 oz: $22, 1.7 oz: $69) – This mask is meant to exfoliate, brighten, smooth, and soften the skin with antioxidant properties. It also gives a tingling sensation when applied. Somehow, I feel like this is quite similar to Glamglow Flashmud, but probably even more exfoliating and it does tingle on the face but you really have to pay attention in order to notice it, at least I didn’t feel it much on my face. This smells like herbs and something soapy, but it’s not bad. It doesn’t dry like most clay masks, but it exfoliates really well and it kinda feels firming too. The best thing about this is how my face felt so smooth and so soft after rinsing, almost like baby skin,

 

Glamglow Thirstymud Hydrating Treatment (0.5 oz: $22, 1.7 oz: $69) – A very moisturizing mask that smells so delish like vanilla chocolate and coconut, you could almost eat it. This doesn’t dry at all, it feels more like a very hydrating facial moisturizer for the days that the skin may experience dryness or some dry patches. This is really creamy but not sticky. I like that it feels very soothing and it makes my skin soft, especially when exposed to strong ACs or this could be great for this coming winter air.

 

Glamglow Gravitymud Firming Treatment

 

Of all the Glamglow masks reviewed here, I’d say that I like them all a lot because I can definitely see myself using each one of them. They all have a certain purpose which my skin will definitely need, but if I have to rank them, I think my first will always be the Glamglow Supermud, followed by the Gravitymud/Firming (violet container), then the Flashmud/Brightening (orange), Thirstymud/Hydrating (blue), and finally the Youthmud/Tinglexfoliate (black).

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What d’ya think about these? Have you tried any of these masks before? Which one’s your fave?

 

These Glamglow Masks are available at Sephora, Nordstrom, Birchbox, Bloomingdales, Dermstore, Dillard’s, Lord & Taylor, Neiman Marcus, QVC

 

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Hermes Oran Sandals Review

Hi Everybody! I’ve gotten some questions about my Hermes Oran Sandals in the last few weeks ever since I posted them on my Instagram, so I thought, I should probably do a review about it. I know a lot of you who own this sandal surely knows the experience of wearing this, and for those who haven’t, here’s my two cents.

 

hermes oran sandals

 

The Hermes Oran Sandal is a minimalist sandal that looks very chic. It has a sleek sophisticated design that is truly unique for a pair of sandals. It has a whole beach summer vibe that looks light and airy to wear, while it also has a relaxed lounging-around aesthetic. All these and more are what made this pair of sandals a versatile footwear.

 

Hermes Oran Sandals

 

My sandal is basically the basic Hermes Oran style available, which is a black calfskin with ecru stitching, hazelnut lining, and a leather sole. I purchased it in Europe about a year ago which costs me around 700 Euros, more or less, then I got a tax-free. So far, the official US price is $680. This sandal is pricey so I recommend at least seeing it in person and trying it before you make the splurge. This comes in different leathers and colors, but they all have that signature H style upper.

 

hermes oran

 

While this sandal may look lightweight and comfy, I find that it’s actually a bit heavy, or more like sturdy, to be precise. It is comfy indeed and you don’t really need to break it in. It even gets comfier with time when the leather stretches. I also think that it’s true to size, my feet are a true size 7 and I got mine in size 37. It fits really well. The thing about this sandal is that it has a slimming effect which makes my sort of wide elephant feet look quite elongated and slim. Even though the design looks very minimal, I never had an issue with it sliding off my feet, and ever since wearing it around regularly, like running errands and all, it still looks good even if the leather had already stretched a bit. I think these are really robust, well-made, and worth the splurge.

 

Hermes Oran Sandals review

 

I don’t think you can submerge this sandal on the beach though. Sure you can go beach walking and strolling around, but just to be on the safe side, try not wet it because it’s still leather, after all.

 

It’s really nice to have this in different colors, especially the whites and the blue tones. There are even two-toned ones that are also pretty. Overall, it’s a nice and fun sandal to have, and I love the pair that I got very much so. It’s totally comfy, chic, versatile, and durable. It’s great with jeans, pants, shorts, and skirts. You can wear it almost anywhere, whether inside the house or out and about, plus, your feet will always look slim and sleek. Just don’t forget to put on your favorite nail polish.

 

hermes oran h sandal

 

For more info, you can check out http://www.hermes.com or for some cheaper but used finds, check this out, and also here.

 

Do you have this pair of sandals? What do you love about them?

 

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Wet N Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick Review + Swatches

Bon dia everyone! As what I’ve mentioned on Instagram, here’s the review for the Wet n Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipsticks ($4.99). I’ve been testing these for several weeks now and these lipsticks are very creamy and so pigmented but they dry into a matte finish that won’t budge, crease-proof, and waterproof.

 

Wet N Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick 924B rebel rose 925B give me mocha 930B missy and fierce

 

Never underestimate the lasting power of these drugstore lipsticks because they are legit. I mean, these are really tough to remove but they’re not necessarily drying on the lips. A lot of the lighter colors may be somewhat streaky and will need 2 or 3 wipes to get a full coverage, but the medium to dark shades are really creamy, well-pigmented, and comfortable on the lips once they dry.

 

Wet N Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick review

 

Like most matte liquid lipsticks, the Wet n Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuits are also lightweight and they dry fastly. Additionally, I like their wand applicators because they’re sturdy and they make it quite easy to line the lips. For an affordable drugstore lipstick, the Wet n Wild MegaLast Catsuit Matte Lipstick is a huge deal that won’t disappoint.

 

Wet N Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick 921B nudist peach 922B coral corruption 923B pink really hard

 

There are several interesting colors from this line and I really like them all. I also enjoyed the light vanilla scent that comes with these matte liquid lipsticks, and the packaging is pretty simple and sturdy as well. I also like that it comes in a decent size even if it has a really cheap price.

 

Wet N Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick

 

921B Nudist Peach – Very light sort of neon peach

922B Coral Corruption – Mid Coral Peach. A darker version of Nudist Peach

923B Pink Really Hard – Bright neon barbie-pink

924B Rebel Rose – Rosy Mauve

925B Give Me Mocha – Terracotta Brick Red Brown

930B Missy and Fierce – Blue-toned Vivid Red

Wet N Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick

I’m pretty sure you’ve already guessed which colors I liked by now. All three darker colors in the second row are really my fave. Their formulations are creamier, non-streaky, and more even than the lighters ones above. The Rebel Rose shade is just gorge for day or night look, and Give Me Mocha is simply stunning and quite sexy. Missy and Fierce are very commanding and striking as well.

 

I definitely think that these Wet n Wild MegaLast Catsuit Matte Lipsticks are really worth it. Aside from being affordable, they really have a good quality that I personally think could belong to any Sephora/Ulta or any other high-end beauty stores. These are kiss-proof, waterproof, transfer-proof and bulletproof, LOL. I love that these literally dry in about 2 seconds, give or take, and the longevity is amazing. I didn’t notice any stickiness on the formulation and they’re pretty much comfortable to wear.

 

Wet N Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick swatch review

 

These are the kind of lipsticks that you can hoard without feeling the guilt, and they’re pretty easy to find. They could be at your local grocery store or in any drugstores near you. Although, due to their popularity and good quality, some shades may be sold out already (fingers crossed).

 

The Wet N Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipsticks are available at Target,ย Walgreens, and Amazon

 

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