Review: MAC In Extra Dimension April 2013

MAC has launched a new collection (surprise, surprise) and it is another extra dimension collection. I really liked the first collection released in 2012, which included extra dimension highlighters and eye shadows, and then shadows and highlighters that were released in the holiday 2012 collection So, needless to say I was thoroughly excited to see a new collection of eye shadows, highlighters and blushes!!!

Blushes have never been a part of the extra dimension lineup, so that was the first thing that caught my eye! I picked up 2 blushes and one highlighter from the collection... although, there were some eye shadows that caught my eye.

This collection included 3 extra dimension skinfinishes (highlighters), 5 blushes, and 6 eye shadows. The highlighters in this collection are slightly different than the previous high lighters released, as in they are two-toned and when blended together are amazing. The blushes in this collection are gorgeous, they are matte and have no shimmer/sparkle in them - which is A OK for me.

So the only extra dimension skinfinish I picked up was "Definitely Defined" and is a silvery pink and soft rose with shimmer. It is so gorgeous and I wish they carried these in their permanent line up. They add just the right amount of shimmer or glow, without packing on the glitter.
Price: $30

(No Flash) L-R: Blended, Light, Dark

(Flash) L-R: Blended, Light, Dark

The two blushes I picked up were "Blazing Haute" and "Fiery Impact". "Blazing Haute" is a dirty peach and "Fiery Impact" is a burnt red bronze. I was not initially drawn to "Fiery Impact" based on pictures I had seen online, but when I saw it in person I was in love. I was going to pick up "Flaming Chic" and "Bareness", but when I got my hands on them I just didn't like them as much.
Price: $25

Blazing Haute

Fiery Impact 

Top to Bottom: Fiery Impact, Blazing Haute

I recently went in to MAC to pick some items from the collection that just release, "Baking Beauties", and I took the time to swatch the eye shadows so I think I might pick up two of the eye shadows. When I went in to pic up my Extra Dimension items I was on a one track mission, so I didnt pay the eye shaodws any attention.

Did you pick anything up from this collection? I know I get excited any time "Extra Dimension" comes  to MAC. Until next time,

XO Shannon

Review: INGLOT Blush Palette

So he final installment in my INGLOT series is my blush palette. The Freedom System blush palette is the same size and functionality as the 10 pan eyeshadow palette and the palette itself is the same price, $16. The Freedom System blushes are $10 each for 6 grams of product. The entire palette costs $56, which to me is a steal!

The blushes on the palette are not broken down into finishes, but they do come in shimmer and matte finishes. I picked up four blushes to complete my palette and I could not be happier. They are very pigmented, so a light hand is needed, and they wear all day with minimal fading.

So here is my blush palette!

L-R: 29, 34, 28, 57 

L - R: 28 and 57

L-R: 29 and 34

Top to Bottom: 57, 28, 34, 29

Descriptions:

• 29 - matte, bright cantaloupe
• 34 - shimmer, light peachy coral
• 28 - matte rose
• 57 - shimmer, plum rose

I use the blushes almost daily, they are gorgeous and make my skin look glowy. The only one that I do not use all that frequently is number 29, its a very summer color and needs an extremely light hand for application. I would love to try more of these, but since the website does not have the best swatches and my google search does not return a lot I will wait until I can visit an INGLOT store.

Have you tried or do you own any INGLOT blushes? I would love to know your favorite or which ones to check out.

Until next time XOXO

Shannon

Review: theBalm Frat Boy Blush and Mary-Lou Manizer

theBalm was recently on Hautelook and I had to pick up Frat Boy blush and Mary-Lou Manizer. Their products were 50% off and I have the Nude 'Tude palette and Shady Lady volume 1 and 2 palettes. The shadows are so soft and blend beautifully.

Frat Boy is a peach/apricot pink and looks beautiful on pretty much any skin tone. Use a light hand, as a little goes a long way! Regular price is $21, so I paid $10.50 for it through Hautelook.

Mary-Lou Manizer is described as a honey-hued humanizer. I think it is a champagne color and highlights my cheeks beautifully! Regular price is $24, so I paid $12 for it through Hautelook.

Frat Boy Blush, Mary-Lou Manizer Highlighter - No Flash

Frat Boy Blush, Mary-Lou Manizer Highlighter - With Flash 

Mary-Lou Manizer Highlighter - With Flash

Mary-Lou Manizer Highlighter - No Flash

Frat Boy Blush - With Flash 

Frat Boy Blush - No Flash

Both Frat Boy and Mary-Lou Manizer can be used on either your cheeks or your eyes. theBalm's packaging is so cute! I love the Frat Boy blush and the compact style of Mary-Lou Manizer.

What products from theBalm have you tried or would recommend? What Hautelook for some great deals!

Until next time XOXO
Shannon

New from Sigma: The Paris Palette

From Sigma:

"The Paris Project is the perfect combination of talent, art and tradition. Seven renowned beauty experts (TiffanyD, Xteeener, DulceCandy87, Xsparkage, Frmheadtotoe, Petrilude and MacNC40) explored the City of Lights and developed an original makeup palette inspired by the alluring city of Paris. For the next 7 weeks we will be releasing a tutorial and vlog from each of the artists involved in the Paris Project."

"The limited edition Paris Makeup Palette includes eight eye shadows that were influenced by landmark monuments and locations in Paris. It also includes two blush colors and one highlight shade, carefully developed by the beauty experts to compliment all skin tones. The Paris Makeup Palette is completed with two essential Sigma brushes, E55 – Eye Shading and F40 – Large Angled Contour, for flawless makeup application." 

This amazingly gorgeous palette is Limited Edition, so get it while you can! I already ordered mine and will be reviewing :)! I am a huge fan of Sigma, as well as TiffanyD, DulceCandy87 and Xsparkage, so I knew when they teamed up they would deliver awesomeness! I have Sigma's Bare palette and its one of my favorites. The texture of the shadows are soft and blend beautifully. I can't wait until I receive mine!

How Much? $59 (save 10% with GLAM2012 thru 5/31)
Where to purchase? sigmabeauty.com
Available? May 7th (Limited Time)

Will you be hauling? I know I will be sharing :)