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Review: Too Faced Natural Face Radiance Palette

February 11, 2012
too faced natural face

I was super excited for this palette all winter (as soon as I saw a video on Too Faced's website!!) and picked it up the second I spotted it at my local Sephora.

The palette includes 6 products in neutral shades - potentially all the face products you might need on any given day. I love the concept, and wish more brands did palettes like this! It's perfect for travel, especially if all the shades work for you!

too faced swatches

(L-R: Bronze Veil, Creme Blush, Blush, Conceal, Luminize, Brighten)

Bronze Veil is a nice light bronze shade with some shimmer, Creme Blush is a nice pinky/peach shade that will fit many skin tones, and the Blush reminds me a bit of Nars Orgasm. (Maybe I can pull up comparisons later) This shade also has some shimmer. The Concealer is a nice light/medium tone and a close match for me. It works well on minor blemishes or dark circles depending on skin tone. The Luminizer is a nice shade that will work on most skin tones, and the Brighten shade works well to perk up dark areas.

At first, I was very surprised that a product meant to be natural had any shimmer in it, but when it is on my face it definitely imparts a nice glow rather than a feeling of too much shimmer. (YAY!)

too faced natural face instructions

One of my favorite parts of Too Faced products are the instruction cards, which are often great for trying out new techniques or styles. The cards in this one are particularly good reminders of great techniques to use on face. I'm definitely one to go for a tried & true dusting of blush/bronzer and typically don't think to use any other technique. I will definitely use these cards to apply my other products as well!

In summary, this is a great travel palette that will teach (or remind) you of great techniques to use on your face. The shades are gorgeous and will work on all light to medium skin tones. (Darker skin tones may want to test it out first!) My favorites are the creme blush and instruction cards, and I enjoy having more cheek & concealing options.

EDIT: If it helps, check out the post I did here with the looks from the instruction cards applied lightly.

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Review: Too Faced Lashgasm Mascara

November 14, 2011

A few months ago, I purchased Too Faced Lashgasm with the Too Faced Smokin' Roses kit at Ulta. I've been going back and forth on what I think about it.

It is described as a "vitamin rich, creamy formula that penetrates for high color absorbency and exaggerated length." It's unique bristles (which remind me of a cactus almost!) really do help define the lashes without clumps!

lashgasm wand

(Sorry the photo is a bit blurry on some of the bristles!)

The ingredients include Meadowfoam Oil, Vitamins A & E, and jojoba oil, which are meant to keep lashes moisturized, flexible and protected. I love that this mascara keeps my lashes feeling (and looking) very natural - sometimes I can't stand the coated feeling of mascara for everyday!

Too Faced's advertising doesn't claim it to be waterproof, but I've found it to be one of the most waterproof options out there! I've worn it to sleep (accidentally!) multiple times and it has looked the same as the day before. It even holds up well in the shower!

(Can you tell which eye has the mascara? Sorry for my makeup-less face!) This photo is with one coat, and I find that multiple coats still have the same natural clump free effect and do provide more drama.

However, given the lashes I have, I wonder if a $21 mascara ought to be super dramatic right off the bat.  I haven't decided on this just yet, but I've found that it's a great option for everyday, and I like it even more layered with other mascaras.

All in all, I love the mascara for being extremely waterproof and very naturally defining my lashes. If you are on a budget and looking for drama, this may not be the option for you, but it's perfect for a natural gal who wants her mascara to stick!

It is available at Sephora, Ulta, and other major retailers that carry the brand. You can get it for a great price on Too Faced for $21 during their 20% F&F sale which ends on 11/16 & includes a gift with $100 purchase.

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