Yves Saint Laurent Glossy Stain in 7 Coral Aquatique

This is another product I had heard a lot about and have been meaning to buy. I had tried it a few times in Sephora, but never found it necessary. I was also not specifically thrilled with the colors (i'm not really sure why, but none of them really caught my interest). In my Barney's Bag Event bag I found a sample care with 3 Ysl glossy stain colors. 2 of the colors where reds that I was not interested in, but the 3rd color was this really light coral color that I tried on a number of occasions and when I ran out of I felt I needed it.

It is a pretty unique color in my collection. It is like the perfect shade of light coral that I can wear with heavy eye makeup.

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This glossy stain is described as a "revolutionary new lip product that combines the texture and shine of a gloss with the long wear of a stain."

I also love that this practically stays on all day with little touch-ups. It lasts pretty well through food and is pretty much kiss proof. It is also pretty hydrating. I didn't feel the need for lip balm the entire time I was wearing it. It stays juicy and glossy and is absolute perfection. I can't believe I waited so long to buy this. I am going to have to get more colors!

I also love the does foot applicator that it comes with (I really prefer those to the brushes). And the container is really quite luxurious looking. It is square with a gold cap and has little see through spots that allow you to see how much product is left (and the color, which I am sure is helpful if you have multiples of these). It also has a bit of heft to it that really completes the idea of luxury. It really is quite well made over all.

This can be purchased from many locations including Sephora, www.sephora.com, Nordstrom or Neiman Marcus.

Inglot Freedom System - Eyeshadows

One brand I have heard a lot about and have been meaning to try was Inglot. One of the big problems is that I have not been able to get to a location that sells Inglot (is there even a place?) and I don't specifically love buying new brands online without checking them out in person first. Well, Inglot was at the New York IMATS and as such I got to play with some of their makeup. Wow, is all I have to say. Their eyeshadow are incredibly pigmented and pretty darn soft. I wanted to start off small (to test its wear and pigmentation on the eye and such), so I only purchased 2 shadows. Plus they also gave a 20% off coupon on your next online purchase with a purchase, so I am not too down about it!

These eyeshadows are from Inglot's freedom system. You can purchase a palette (starting at one slot on up to like 20) and the eyeshadows you want to be in the palette. They make round palettes and square palettes to fit what you purchase. You can put eyeshadows, lip glosses, blushes, etc. in these palettes. Everything is magnetic, so the eyeshadows just click into place very easily. I bought shades 372 (an orange with gold glitter) and 15 (a matte teal).

As stated above, these shadows are incredibly pigmented and pretty soft. They last all day and blend out really nicely. I can't believe I haven't gotten my hands on Inglot sooner!

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I fully plan on putting that 20% off coupon to work. I absolutely want to get more of these shadows. they are remarkable and quite fun as their color selection is quite extensive with colors that many of the other luxury makeup counters don't sell. I also love their freedom system that allows me to choose the colors I want in my palette. I know someone else who bought one of the huge pro palettes and she is having a blast with it. This is one company I will absolutely be back for!

Inglot shadows can be purchased from http://www.inglotusa.com/

Beauty Budget Tips: A Beautiful You Without Breaking The Bank

Hey everyone! I hope you enjoyed the last guest post I had, because I have another one coming your way. This one is from Amanda from the Skincare HQ blog. She's a new blogger and I decided I would love to support her, so lets all give her some love! =)

All women want to look beautiful, whether it be for a significant other, special occasion, or just for themselves. Yet not all women have unlimited funds to pour into their daily beauty regiment. Some women may only have a few dollars to put towards their beauty regiment. That's okay! You don't need to have a ton of money in order to have a full beauty regiment that actually works. Today we've come up with plenty of great beauty budget tips for a beautiful you without breaking the bank!

Tip #1: Go Natural

When I say “go natural” I don't mean no makeup. What  I actually mean is that you should use all natural items that you already have in your house as much as possible. These items are cheap and efficient. Although there are some things all natural items can't help you with, using them for the things that they do work for can save you as much as $100 a month! No, seriously! For example, did you know that diluted apple cider vinegar used in the shower after you condition can keep your hair healthy and shiny? Or that egg whites can be used to correct wrinkles? Did you know that strawberries can help you whiten your teeth? Or that plastic bags make awesome hair curlers? Go natural, and you'll save a lot of money!

Tip #2: It's Not Just Price, But Quantity That Saves You Money

Don't be fooled by something that's a few dollars cheaper but a lot smaller. The price may be lower, but in the long run, it will end up costing you a lot more money. For example, if you had a choice between a 2 oz bottle of facial cream that costs $5 or a 10 oz bottle of facial cream that costs $15, the $5 bottle isn't actually cheaper. $5 for 2 ounces comes out to $2.50 an ounce. But 10 ounces at $15, comes out to only $1.50 an ounce. Obviously, that's the better price. Besides being a better price, the larger one is also going to last you longer. If you used, say, half an ounce a day, the 2 ounce bottle  is only going to last you four days. The 10 ounce bottle, on the other hand, will end up lasting you for 20 days. Remember to check prices and quantities to find out what is really the best deal.

Tip #3: Waste Not, Want Not

I know it's a little cliche, but making sure you don't waste any of your beauty products unnecessarily will help save you plenty of money. In fact, making sure you're careful when squeezing out cleanser, moisturizer, shampoo, or conditioner, can save you as much as $200 a year or more! Everyone spills a little bit now and again, but being conscientious about not spilling can go a very long way.

Tip #4: A Little Goes A Long Way

Yes, here we go with another cliche, but cliches become that way for a reason, right? There is no reason to cake on your foundation, powder your face into oblivion, or use great globs of shampoo or conditioner in order to achieve the desired results. Powder and foundation should be used sparingly. If you have found one that works well for you, just a dab will be all it takes to cover your face. A good rule for shampoo or conditioner is to start off with just enough to place in the very center of your palm. If your hair is very long you may need a little bit more, or if it is very short (ear length or shorter) you may only need half that.

Tip #5: Shop Sales

Instead of running out and buying everything you need all at once, you should wait. Keep an eye on the sales that are going on, and when something you use goes on sale, buy it. If it's a really good sale, buy two or more of each item. Shopping sales can not only save you plenty of money, but it can also enable you to buy items that are usually just a bit more expensive than what you would normally be able to afford.

If you keep these five tips at the forefront of your mind, then you should be able to easily afford a full beauty regiment...and on any budget! What did you think of our tips? Do you have tips of your own that you would like to share with us? Tell us all about it in the comments below! We can't wait to hear what you have to say!

Author Bio: Amanda is a skin care fanatic and author of SkincareHQ.org which features a guide to the Best BB Cream for Oily Skin. Aside from writing, Amanda loves to travel and one day dreams about living in Paris. Questions or comments for Amanda? Connect with her @Skin

IMATS - NYC 2013

I just came back from IMATS New York and thought I would share with you some of the images I took. I mostly took pictures of the cool special effects looks as I thought those were the most interesting.

I was a pretty good girl and only bought 2 Inglot shadows and some Hakuhodo brushes, thought there was definitely more Inglot I wanted and some OCC and Eve Pearl, but I was trying to be good.

Anyone else from New York go to the New York one? Or has anyone gone to the one in California? Let me know what you thought about it. I know I had a lot of fun! =)

The Beauty Blogazons Weekly Roundup: April 6

• Mama Fashionista: Mama Fashionista shares the perfect fragrance to transport your senses to Provence and put you in a Spring state of mind!
• TheFabZilla: Get 'Yo Funk on with Eddie Funkhouser New York Makeup Line!
• Ishah x Beauty: One of the hottest Spring makeup trends made easy: Ishah shows you how to get Two Toned Lips 3 easy ways.
• Emily hudspeth, hair and makeup: Freshen up your look for Spring without Spending too much time or money!
• Lola's Secret Beauty Blog: How many facial cleansers does a girl with a penchant for skincare need? Find out here!
• Midnight Manicures: Are you looking for a great volumizing mascara at an even better price? Jayme has your answer, the new Milani Grandissimo Lashes Incredible Volume Mascara.
• Cosmetics Aficionado: April is Beauty Blogger Appreciation Month at Cosmetics Aficionado!
• Harajuku Girl FL Beauty: Lady Grenade Cosmetics has reopened, check out swatches and a special deal!
• Beauty Apocalypse: Beauty Apocalypse reviews a new clear skin regime.
• Beauty by Arielle: How to Volumize Fine Hair.
• MakeUpMom123: Light It Up Blue.
• Beauty by Miss L: This week Miss L showed her March favorites.
• Love At First Site!: Reviewing Lait des Bienfaits by Roger & Gallet.
• Rachel's Makeup and Skincare: Rachel weighs in on some of the products from Burberry's Spring 2013 Collection and it sure was a hit!
• Shades Of Beauty, Inc.: If $40 is outside of your budget, how about less than $4?
• Beauty Professor: Now that it's soon to be sandal weather, the Beauty Professor embraces a "do-it-yourself" springtime pedicure!
• Beauty Madness: Want to take care of those hideous pimples, quickly? You're gonna love this!

Burberry Coral Pink Blush and Mallow Pink Lip Glow

As I was writing the post last week comparing the Tom Ford blush to Burberry's blush, I realized I never actually wrote a review of my Burberry Blush! I also realized that I completely missed the Lip Glow I had also purchased from the Spring 2013 collection: Mallow Pink Lip Glow and Coral Pink Blush.

As you can see, both have a coral appearance to them and are very hot for this season. The gloss is as amazing as any other Burberry gloss (not sticky, but with a little tack so that it lasts - lightly hydrating, and incredibly pretty), however unlike other Burberry glosses, this is incredibly pigmented. It quickly became one of my favorite staple glosses.

Burberry states that this formula has "a creamy touch and perfectly adherent texture" and contains "light oils and spherical powders to give fluidity and comfort. It reflects light to create the illusion of plumper, fuller lips and leaves lips supple, and glowing with natural highlights and subtle iconic tones. "

The blush goes on like a dream. It is creamy (even though it is a powder) and is incredibly soft and finely milled. In a competition between Tom Ford and Burberry, I still think the winner is Burberry. Once again this is an incredibly pigmented blush out of the norm for Burberry.

Burberry describes their blushes as "a bright and radiant finish with warm glowing skin, reminiscent of the freshness of a spring morning. This airy micro-powder ensures rich shades and silicones provide an easy glide."

I, as always, was also incredibly impressed with the packaging. The blush is in Burberry's usual metallic case with the magnetic closure and the lip glow is in a clear lucite container with Burberry's signature metal cap and a doe foot applicator. The blush has a nice amount of heft to it that (as always) makes you feel like you are getting your money's worth. Burberry just knows how to make a classy container.

I am a huge lover of all things Burberry Beauty, so it is not surprising that I would love these products.

As a heads up, Nordstrom is doing their Trend Show Event on April 27th and Burberry is doing a gift with purchase at $125 and it will be two mini lipsticks - Lip Mist in Copper #02 and Lip Velvet in Antique Pink #303 and a little Burberry Lip Charm (the charm from the winter collection minus the tassel).

These can be purchased from Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks, any of these retailers online or http://us.burberry.com/store/.

Rachel's Curated Glossybox

I realized I never posted the prize box from my giveaway. I just wanted to share with everyone what my glossybox would look like if I had curated one. Congrats to Diane for winning this!

Included in this box was:

1. A Butter London Polish (forgot what color)

2. NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk

3. By Terry Sheer Expert Sample Packets

4. Nars Lipgloss in Orgasm

5. Amore Pacific Moisture Bound Hydra Gel in a Deluxe Sample

6. Lush Solid Shampoo in Karma

What do you guys think of the box? Was it a good prize? Would you like to see another box in my next giveaway?