The other day, I was wandering around Sephora and fell for two Laura Mercier palettes that I now want desperately.
There's the Luxe Portfolio, with a gorgeous combination of eyeshadows, cake liners, and blushes. Then there's the pretty Bonne Mine Cheek Palette, which has 2 blushes, a bronzer, and 2 highlighters. All very pretty and wearable!
Have you tried any of these products or tried either of these palettes? I'd love to know! :)
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I'm suddenly a bit Diptyque obsessed. Can you tell?? Lol. I've been perusing the brand's website, and after falling for Eau Rose, I also managed to pick up the yuzu scented Oyedo from the Hautelook sale. (I've also discovered that Oyedo and Tam Dao smell quite good together!) Anyway, now I'm wondering why I didn't spend more time at the counter! All of these scents are catching my eye!
Check out the dreamy descriptions from the Diptyque site below. Have you sniffed any of these scents? Do you have a Diptyque favorite?? L'Eau de Neroli A sensual Cologne with the opulent imprint of zests and flowers. In an ode to the sun and the dolce vita, neroli and orange blossom rise on the sparkling, clear notes of bergamote.The metal ball intensifies the fresh nature of the Colognes, leaving a delicately dosed scented veil on the skin.
L'Eau de L'Eau Spicy freshness to stir the senses. An evocation of L’Eau, the first eau de toilette by diptyque. A radiant Cologne with a sensual heart of spices and flowers. The metal ball intensifies the fresh nature of the Colognes, leaving a delicately dosed scented veil on the skin.
L'Eau de Hesperides A playful, zesty Cologne full of green freshness with a contrasting, provocative touch. The citrusy notes of this fragrance are stirred up with intense, peppery mints. The metal ball intensifies the fresh nature of the Colognes, leaving a delicately dosed scented veil on the skin.
L'Eau de Tarocco A fruity Cologne that's sweet yet vibrant and spicy. It carries the exhilarating scent of the Mediterranean in winter and the freshness of fruit just plucked from the tree, plump and ripe. The metal ball intensifies the fresh nature of the Colognes, leaving a delicately dosed scented veil on the skin.
It isn't even February 1st yet, and I've been plotting shopping carts for days. I seriously have no hope that I can be reasonable this month, although I would love if that somehow managed to happen. LOL. Here's a look at what's made it to the top of my gigantic list of things I want to buy. Hopefully I manage some self-restraint and make it past the stroke of midnight! :)
For quite some time, I've been debating a shade of Stila Convertible Color. I think I've finally landed on Poppy, and all of the reviews are really promising. I've also been quite interested in Armani Waterproof Smooth Silk Eye Pencil, this deep liquid like black pencil liner. My Neiman's counter was sold out, and Nordstrom only seems to list the Eyes to Kill Pencil, which doesn't appear to be the same thing. ARGH!
All month, I've been contemplating Diptyque Rose Duet. Considering it is limited edition, I ought to just bite the bullet, buy it, and give up on any other beauty for the month, but I just can't. Estee Lauder's new Stay On Shadow Paints are quite soft in texture, and Halo is just calling my name. I've also been wanting to try the Japonesque Heated Eyelash Curler, which seems significantly better made that Sephora's. Lastly, I've suddenly decided I need the Real Techniques Travel Essentials for the Multitask Brush, and now I'm not so sure why I gave away my stippling brush before trying it on cream blush?! Oh, I'm also quite hopeful that I'll find a stocked display of Rimmel Scandaleyes Liner in Nude...
So, by itself, these picks are somewhat reasonable considering that I think I have 40+ items on my wishlist right now. (Not to mention that I just remembered a 20% off code to Birchbox, where I could buy RMS! Oh dear...) But the thought of the Barney's Beauty Event (which typically takes place in mid-February and mid-September) is really making me desperate for some Koh Gen Do. I've honestly been thinking about getting some Koh Gen Do products at the sale since LAST SUMMER! So, should I be allowed to participate in this beauty event, I would love to restock my Cleansing Spa Water and finally get my hands on the Brightening Spa Moisture Mask. I can't decide between the Moisture Foundation and Aqua Foundation, so why can't I get both? They are, after all, quite different in texture...
At this point, you can see where I am struggling to be reasonable. February is only hours away, and I've been plotting quite hefty purchases for days. I just want to BUY IT ALL! But please, if you can, be a voice of reason! What would you choose, if you had to select only a few products? Do you have any advice for someone who is trying to show restraint?? :)
There are TONS of brands that I've had limited (or no) exposure to, and I really want to get my hands on more in 2013... I keep hearing great things about Tatcha skincare from blogs like Messy Wands and Cafe Makeup. I'm definitely curious! I tried a sample of Chantecaille Just Skin, and I'm totally itching to try more of the line, such as the Radiant Gel Bronzer, Eyeshadow in Sel, and Gel Eyeliner Pencil. When it comes to candles, Diptyque has been so popular. My last experience with Diptyque, aside from sniffing the candles at Bloomingdales, was in college, so I'd love to revisit the brand again.
I love cream products, so I'm super curious about RMS. I want to get my hands on the Eyeshadow, Un-Coverup, and Living Luminizer. Ren Glycolactic Peel has been so popular this year that I definitely want to give it a proper try, not just from a sample packet, and Sunday Riley breathable foundations sound really intriguing.
By Terry is so popular among bloggers too, and I'm dying to try it out. I ordered a few lipsticks and Bronze Opulent from the amazing Space NK sale (affiliate link) and I'm anxious for them to arrive. I'm also curious about the foundation lineup and Touche Veloutee... Omorovicza is getting some great coverage as well, and I'm quite curious about their pricey BB cream. Kevyn Aucoin... I've debated a number of items from the line this year, but just haven't bit the bullet. I think I'll keep debating the Sculpting Powder but really want to grab the Sensual Skin Balm and Creamy Glow in Liquifuschia.
Now I've raved about nearly everything I've tried from Koh Gen Do, and I'd love to move away from the sample packets and get products of my own. I'd love to pick up a foundation, the Brightening Spa Moisture Mask, and whatever other goodies I can manage to afford. I also want to try some Edward Bess! I bought a Quad Royale in early 2012, but ended up returning it - I suppose I was in one of my minimalist phases... And last but not least, I'd love to get my hands on more Hourglass! Love the packaging and product line, but for whatever reason, I don't have any of the products at the current moment! I just need the perfect shade of eyeshadow, those liquid lipsticks, and the Superficial Bronzer!
Do you have any must haves from these brands? Are there brands you're dying to try or own in 2013? I'd love to know! :)