Mini Black Friday Trip 2016

- Ulta // $23

     - The main thing I went to Ulta for was the Nyx "Box of Goodies Advent Calendar" which was on sale for $24.99 (Normally $49.99). I was so scared they were going to have none left when I got there, but thankfully there was maybe 3 left. I was so excited to get 50% off and since I had 200 points, I got $6 off! I also got a Nyx HD Concealer. Ulta had also sent me an email for a free Clinique Lipstick so I had to pick that up too!

- Sephora // $20

     - There wasn't many deals that interested me at Sephora, but I got a Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in "Bow n Arrow". This color is absolutely GORGEOUS and I will be wearing it a lot! I also saw this Tarte set for $32 and I fell in love with it. I sent a picture to my family hinting at what I want for Christmas.

- Rue 21 // $10

     - At this store, I found so many good deals! I found a cute wallet for $3! I was super excited when I found it because I was looking for a bigger sized and better quality wallet. They also had a 2 for $5 mug, tumbler, and phone case sale so I bought a mug that said 'Good Vibes' and a water bottle that says, 'I was served lemons, but I made lemonade', and I am obsessed with Beyonce so this was a must for me. Lastly, I got this little tin that says, "Follow your dreams" and has an owl on it. In this tin has little papers and a tiny pencil and I thought it was the cutest thing. The best part was this was only $1!

Note: This year, I made sure to limit myself to a small trip of Black Friday shopping so I wouldn't over do it. I am also waiting to find out what my friends and family want for Christmas, so I didn't go overboard and spend a bunch so I can save it when I go Christmas present shopping! 

Question: What was the favorite thing you got when (if) you went Black Friday shopping?

      Answer: My Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick!

Kylie Cosmetics Dupes!

Koko K:

- Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in "Melancholia"

- Nyx Lip Lingerie in "Embellishment"

- Maybelline Vivid Matte Liquid in "Nude Thrill" 

- Ofra in "Laguna Beach"

- Jordana in "Creme Brûlée"

Dolce K:

- Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in "Bow N Arrow"

- Lime Crime in "Buffy"

- Colourpop in "Chi"

- Nyx Liquid Suede in "Sandstorm"

- Lipland in "Aventus"

Posie K:
- Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in "Mother"
- Colourpop in "Clueless"
- Milani in "Precious"
- Jeffree Star in "Doll Parts"
- ABH in "Soft Lilac"

Candy K:

- Colourpop in "Midi"

- Lipland in "Rezy"

- Ofra in "Pasadena"

- Milani in "Adorable"

- Dose of Colors in "Truffle"

Exposed:

- Colourpop in "Magic Wand"

- Nyx Soft Matte Lip Cream in "London"

- ABH in "Naked"

- Revlon in "Seduction"

Ginger:

- Nyx Lip Lingerie in "Ruffle Trim"

- Stila in "Dolce"

- Mac Lipstick in "Persistence"

- Gerard Cosmetics in "Everything Nice"

- Girlactik in "Posh"

Maliboo:

- Tarte in "Texas Toast"

- LA Splash in "Romance"

- Gerard Cosmetics in "Invasion"

- Urban Decay in "Oblivion"

- Aromi in "Toasted Almond"

Kristen:

- Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in "Double Dare"

- Colourpop in "Bumble"

- Aromi in "Terra Cotta"

- Milani in "Allure"

- Girlactik in "Flirtatious"

Leo:

- Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in "Vampira"

- Colourpop in "Lax"

- ABH in "Vamp"

- LA Splash in "Raven Claw"

- OCC in "Anita"

Note: These are Kylie's Matte Liquid Lipsticks! I will make a separate blog post for her metallic lips and glosses along with her newer additions to her collection! 

Makeup Dupes

(High-End vs. Low-End)

          High-End                                                        Low-End

- 'Anastasia Brow Wiz' - $21                                                           - "Nyx Microwbrow Pencil" - $9.99

- Kat Von D Everlasting                                                                  - Nyx Liquid Suede in "Soft

Liquid Lipstick in "Lolita" - $20                                                     Spoken"  - $6.99

- Bobbi Brown Shimmer                                                                 - Revlon Highlighting Palette

Brick in "Pink Quartz" - $25                                                              in "Rose Glow" - $8.79

- Mac lipstick in "Lady Danger" - $17                                        - Nyx Lipstick in "Indie Flick' - $5.99

- Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector                                                - Wet n Wild's Shimmer Palette

in "Champagne Pop" - $38                                                              in "Hollywood Boulevard" - $4.78

- Nars Blush in "Desire, Deep Throat,                                            - Elf Blush in "Pink Passion, Candid
and Dolce Vita" - $29                                                                     Coral, and Blushing Rose" - $3

- "Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation                                           - "E.L.F Mineral Face Primer" - $6
Primer" - $16

- "Urban Decay Naked Skin Color Correcting                               - "L.A Girl Pro Conceal" - $2.99
Fluid" - $28               

- "Benefit Gimme Brow" - $24                                                       - "Essence Make Me Brow" - $2.99


Disclaimer: All of these products are very similar (some similar than others) but they will not be exact! And, the high-end products are not bad! If anything, I have some of these and use them everyday! I just think that the low end products are great for people who are just starting out with makeup or do not have the money to spend on the higher end products! That doesn't make the lower products bad either.      

        

#ElfSkincareTips

#ElfSkincareTips

          If you know the website: www.influenster.com, you know that you can review products on their site and receive products in a 'VoxBox' if you are qualified. If you didn't know that, go ahead to www.influenster.com and sign up for free today!

          Influenster has a campaign for Elf Beauty and currently is still running it. I was notified that I was eligible to receive this VoxBox so I did all the requirements to get it. It felt like Christmas when I received this box and opened everything!


          Products:
          
          1. Hydrating Bubble Mask-  10/10
            This mask is amazing! It reminds me of the carbonated clay bubble mask, but this is cheaper! I definitely felt it cleaning my pores out and left my skin glowing! I love this product! Normally $14.00.
            

          2. Mineral Infused Primer- 10/10
          I was looking for a good primer but all of the good ones that are well known are very expensive. This one is very inexpensive and works very well. I use this everyday before I apply my makeup. Normally $6.00.

          3. Lip Exfoliator- 10/10
            In the shade 'Mint Maniac'. Used when I had chapped lips from the fall. This product is basically a sugar scrub in a lipstick form! It leaves my lips feeling refreshed and cool. Tastes like mint and actually exfoliates my lips. Normally $3.00.

          4. Matte Lip Color- 10/10
          In the shade 'Wine'. This color is a nice, deep, berry color and it's perfect for the winter. Goes on very smooth and dries to a nice matte finish. It isn't too drying or sticky at all. Normally $3.00.

          5. Baked Highlighter & Bronzer- 10/10
          A perfectly sized duo to put in a bag for on the go. The highlighter is a nice pearl color while the bronzer is a warm copper color. They turned very light and subtle when I swatched them. These are perfect for a more natural look. Normally $4.00.

          Overall: I believe that these products were so amazing and so inexpensive! You'd think they would be so much more expensive for what they do. Love this company so much and for people who are on a budget or just starting with makeup, this brand is for you! These are perfect gifts for birthdays and/ or Christmas!

          Huge shoutout to Elf Cosmetics and Influenster for including me in such a wonderful VoxBox! Elf is such an inexpensive company that is cruelty-free and has amazing products for their prices! If you want to purchase these products, go to www.elfcosmetics.com! #playbeautifully 


          Disclaimer! : I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.