Review | e.l.f. Studio Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths

I went to Wal-mart in search of makeup remover wipes the day that we were leaving for our North Carolina trip. I was in a big hurry and these happened to catch my eye, so I quickly grabbed them and ran. Little did I know that I would be so darn fond of them! (This was a couple of weeks ago)

e.l.f. Studio Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths

$3 at eyeslipsface.com

(You can also find e.l.f. products at Target, Wal-mart, and sometimes the Dollar Store)

The package (in the above photo) is actually my second one. I loved them so much that I just had to go out and purchase them again when I ran out. Unlike most makeup remover wipes, these do not dry my face out at all. I find them so refreshing...and affordable! I've tried much less impressive wipes at a much higher price before. I find e.l.f. impressing me all the time! They are very gentle and you can really tell that they are infused with Aloe Vera Extract. Initially - I was a little worried about the Aloe, I was afraid my skin would freak out on me. I've had a good bit of acne problems since Miri arrived, although I now "think" it is due to the Biotin I'm taking for my hair. (More on the current state of my hair later.) I really feel like these cloths have actually improved the appearance of my skin. They are even tough enough to remove waterproof mascara! Let me say it again...they only cost $3...so go try them. :)

Review | e.l.f Essential Jumbo Eyeshadow Stick

I was perusing around Target the other night as I normally do, when I spotted this fancy little eyeshadow stick. For only $2 who could say no? 

Photo taken from the e.l.f website. 

Essential Jumbo Eyeshadow Stick

In the shade Turkish Coffee #21635 - $2

I really love e.l.f cosmetics. Everything they sell is pretty much $3 and below. If you buy something and it totally sucks - whatever! Throw it away and don't make that mistake again. The eyeshadow that I picked up (pictured above) was only $2. I figured it was worth the risk. 

My main concern with this shadow was the wearability. The back of the packaging suggested that you use eyelid primer. I took this as a really bad sign. I imagined HORRIBLE creasing by 5:00 in the afternoon. After wearing it for a full day I was pleasantly surprised. (I did use Urban Decay primer before I applied it.)

I'm not going to lie to you. I'm not a fan of the texture. It leaves your eyelids feeling very sticky. This probably is due to the vitamin e that it contains. Other than that, I think that it has a pretty good bang for the buck. The stick created a nice smokey eye that would be ideal for day or night. (Even though you may need a bit of a touch-up at some point.) Hell, keep one in your purse and one in your makeup bag at home...it will cost you all of $4. Whoopie-doodle. I expected to slap it on like the Maybelline color tattoo shadows - but it takes a little bit more effort to apply than those do. 

If you are interested in looking at all of the e.l.f products check out your local Target or Wal-mart. I was very pleased recently to find out that Wal-mart was selling e.l.f cosmetics. Their section seemed to be larger and better stocked than my local Target's. 

Birchbox Unboxing | May 2013

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It's Birchbox time y'all! :) 

I really like this month's box. I was pretty intrigued by every product inside, which is a rarity. 

COOLA | Classic Face SPF 30 Cucumber Moisturizer for Face 

Full-size, $32

DevaCurl | 3-Step System

Full-size, $19 each

Sumita | Color Contrast Eyeliner

Set of 4 mini pencils, $21

Whish | Shave Crave Shaving Cream

Full-size, $20

When I opened the box yesterday the first thing I noticed was the strong blueberry scent (the shave cream.) I'm pretty excited about trying that out. Secondly, I noticed the DevaCurl 3-Step System. I used to have super curly hair. After I had both of my kids it has gone almost straight, how weird is that? So i'm interested in seeing if this can kick up some good curl-age. (If it actually works I plan on buying all three of these products) This box also came with a PureWhite hybrid ink pen (not listed on the little Birchbox card inside the box.) It's pretty nifty and the ink matches the pretty teal color on the pen. (It also included a $1 off coupon for the pen) I did get a chance to play around with the eyeliner yesterday too. It may be the best eyeliner that is currently in my makeup drawer. :)

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