When Temptations Get In The Picture..

Im officially on no-buy mode since yesterday, April 24,2011. 

What made me join this Project is because I dug into my stash of makeups and felt guilty that i already have TOO MUCH makeups sitting in my junkyard (aka. beauty closet, aka. bedroom).

And this morning, just after browsing Sol's online store -- Digital Traincase, I came across 2 products that caught my attention, 

1st : 

NYX Tango with Bronzing Stix $8.95

Create a natural sun-kissed glow with NYX new Tango with Bronzing Stix. This cream bronzing stick can be used both on your face and body. Portable stick applicator makes application a breeze - just apply, blend and go!

it comes in four shades as shown on the photo below, but im only eye-ing 2, Tango and Highlight and Merengue Flush.

I wanna get those two for the simple reason that im currently obsessed (yes, im so inlove) with my Shiseido Accentuating Color Stick in Champagne as it gives a very very nice glow. Thats why im looking for other products that could probably match the quality of sheen that i want but wouldnt break the bank and make my wallet cry for mercy. hahaha! 

2nd : 

NYX Tango with Bronzing Powder $11.39

Create a natural sun-kissed glow with NYX Tango with Bronzer Powder. These mosaic powder bronzers are available in five different patterns that feature various shades of bronze. It can be on face and body. This handy compact is great for use on the beach and on the go!

the reason why I wanna try this one is pretty shallow, I find it tacky that this product looks like a hybrid of Guerlain Bronzers and Too Faced Blusher/Bronzers (which i already have). See images below. Agree? 

First 2 from the left are from Guerlain and the 3rd item is Too Faced Pink Leopard Highlighter

Well we cant blame drugstore brands to copy best selling items from much more expensive brands, theres always a dupe and a cheaper version for almost everything nowadays. :))

Going back to NYX, here are the 5 shade selections for the Tango with Bronzing Powder.

When leopard gets a Tan is cute, it looks pretty much like my Pink Leopard Bronzer from Too Faced, but I still want it so I can compare the two products. 

Among all the US drugstore brands ive tried, NYX so far is one of the top 3 brands that I love, in terms of quality and variety of products you can choose from. 

Now if you're asking if ill break my pact of not buying anything, honestly, im still contemplating. If I ask Hun to buy them for me, will that be considered a cheat? Hahahahahaha! 

For more affordable NYX stuff and other beauty items, browse this Online Shopping Site:

Digital Traincase by Lelila


Do you have the items Im eyeing? Tell me what you think about them, maybe you could help ease this urge to get my hands on those.. :)


PS : More product reviews and swatches laterrr! :)
Smooches and Hugs to everyone!



Live, Love and Stay Fab!! :) 

New Lemming : Tarte Amazonian Clay Blushes

Im a self-confessed make-up junkie but im not a big fan of eyeshadows (good for me at least i get to divert the funds to something else haha!) 

but once I see a lipgloss, lip tint or blusher that catches my attention, I wont be able to sleep sound at night without ordering it. 

 Living in the Philippines carries just 1 con for me -- stuff from sephora/ebay.com are not as accessible as if I were in the States. 

It makes me wish Sephora decides to open even just a single branch here. 

(does anyone have the same wish as mine?)

Especially during times that I see something im dying to try, 

like these Tarte Amazonian Clay Blushes

description from Sephora : 

A long-wearing, solar-baked blush that lasts up to 12 hours.

What it does:
Infused with natural clay harvested from the banks of the Amazon River and naturally baked by the sun, this nutrient-rich blush benefits all skin types for a fade-free flawless finish for an amazing 12 hours. Inspired by Tarte's best-selling shades of cheek stains and lip tints, the colors range from soft to vivid to suit a wide variety of skintones. For oily skin types, Amazonian clay minimizes oil in and around pores to balance skin and keep product in place. Those with dry skin will benefit from the clay's nourishing and hydrating properties, which naturally restore skin's moisture. Combination skin types can rely on its ability to zero in on skin concerns and deliver benefits to restore complexion harmony. The result? Blush that wears better, longer, and truer!

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Synthetic Fragrances
- Petrochemicals
- Phthalates
- GMOs
- Triclosan

What else you need to know:
This blush features the following Skinvigorating™ ingredients:
- Vitamins A and E, two natural preservatives that act as anti-inflammatory emollients and protect against free radical damage
- Vitamin C, an antioxidant that fights free radical damage and prevents oxidative stress and premature signs of aging, while brightening the skin
- Amazonian clay, a nutrient-rich, multitasking, skin-balancing clay that reduces dryness and flakiness, improves skin clarity, elasticity, firmness, and texture while removing oil from the skin's surface for smooth application and wear

Size: 0.2 oz

 Ive always been a fan of Tarte products, personally love their

Cheekstains & the Clean Slate Primer .

Now its killing me that im thinking of trying these Amazonian Clay Blushes 

since i heard about it from sis Ali (from GirlTalk). 

Me wants 5 shades. Im skipping the Berry/Plummy Shades and the Nude one since im into cool pinks and vibrant blushes lately, 

Here's a list of the shades I wanna have : 

                                                   

                                                   

     

                                                      

                         

Gorgeous, arent they? 

And I find it cute that they coordinated the color of the compacts with the color of the blush it contains. Coolness!

Wont have a hard time digging and scanning my blush stash each time i look for a certain shade. :) 

Can anyone kill this lemming please? 

Or can anyone conduct a pool order for Tarte Clay Blushes? Nyahaha! 

Tried them? Want them? Share your thoughts. :)

Live, Love, Stay Fab! :)