Review: Eclos Anti-Aging Skin Renewal Clay Mask

Eclos Skin Renewal Clay Mask

I'm a big fan of a good face mask, and Eclos Anti-Aging Skin Renewal Clay Mask is pretty hardcore! (I picked it up on clearance at Walgreens for a little less than $3 over the summer.)

According to the Walgreens website:

Skin renewal clay mask cleanses, absorbs impurities and unclogs pores while helping to restore skin to its youthful prime.

Without: parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrances and dyes, petro-chemicals. 

I love how the super thick clay smells like green tea and rosemary! It also delivers a cooling sensation as it dries on your skin.

It takes a little longer to dry than most masks, because it's so thick, but that's not a bad thing. The drying time encourages me to relax (something I need help doing), sip a margarita, and just wait and enjoy the moment.

I love how it makes my skin look and feel, and it glows afterward!

The only complaint I have is that it can be drying, so stick to using it once a week.

Have you tried the Eclos Skin Renewal Clay Mask yet? How do you feel about it?

Sunday Sephora Haul!

Today I picked up a bunch of goodies at Sephora, and for a great price!

What I bought: 

Make Up For Ever Mist & Fix ($12) 

Sephora Daily Makeup Brush Cleaner ($7) 

Nails Inc. Special Effects glitter nail polish in 431 sloane square (sale $4, originally $9.50) 

Nails Inc. Magnetic Polish in 042 houses of parliament (sale $4, originally $16) 

Kat Von D Sinner eau de parfum rollerball (sale $5, originally $18) 

Kat Von D Lock-It Tattoo Concealer in light 18 - for Gary ($25) 

Benefit A Little Bit Bad Gal Lash mascara mini ($9) 

My early birthday gift: 

Benefit They're Real! mascara 

Benefit Watt's Up! highlighter 

Some of these products are things I already use, and others I'm trying for the first time. I can't wait to test and review the new ones! I'm most excited about the Mist & Fix (still looking for that perfect makeup setting spray for winter) and Benefit highlighter. 

I'm thrilled about this haul because it only cost me $65.97 before tax- I saved $30.53 (that's 32%!) and got 2 free minis. Go me! 

Have you bought any new beauty products lately? 

Review: Rimmel London Stay Matte Liquid Mousse Foundation

Thanks to Rimmel and Influenster, I recently received the new Rimmel London Stay Matte Liquid Mousse Foundation, expected to hit stores in January 2014!

I'm weary when it comes to drugstore brands, but I tried it... and was AMAZED!

It is a very lightweight, full coverage, buildable foundation. (I am so impressed with the coverage!) And it works wonders for my skin in this colder, dryer weather. Creamy and very pigmented, not at all chalky!

Once I am done with this bottle of AMAZING, I fully intend to buy more. Fortunately, a little goes a long way, so I won't be running out before it hits stores two months from now...

And even better-
Rimmel London is SUPER AFFORDABLE! Perfect for beauties on a budget!

It even looks beautiful in harsh lighting!

Review: YesTo Tomatoes Moisturizer

I'm not sure exactly who 'they' are, but...

'They' say you should never put anything on your face that you wouldn't put in your body...

I can understand the purity thing. I try to use natural skin care products on a regular basis. Plus, tomatoes have their own natural salicylic acid, which is known to fight breakouts.

I have very sensitive, breakout-prone skin, and this stuff is a miracle. I use it every night to moisturize and rejuvenate for the harsh makeup routine of the next day...

It moisturizes without making my skin oily, super shiny, etc. In fact, it actually gives me a very healthy looking glow, which I am always anxious to show off to the world.

Typically, it is a little expensive for me, but I deem it worthy of paying full price. However, I will still take advantage of sales on this product.

I originally bought it as an alternative to Burt's Bees, when it saw it was 50% off at Walgreens.

Turns out, it's perfect for me, and probably better than any other moisturizer I've tried.

Review: Murad Oil-Control Mattifier

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I received a free sample of the Murad Oil-Contril Mattifier at Sephora a short while ago. And I must say, I LOVE IT! 

Never before have I used a product that moisturized, protected my sensitive skin from the sun, and kept me matte at the same time. In fact, the matte thing seems to be the most difficult to accomplish, until I tried this...

I recommend it to anyone who has ever suffered from oily/combination skin, and struggle to keep their makeup in place throughout the day.

I fully intend to purchase the full size version of this product in the near future, as my trial size is almost empty. This stuff is the miracle cure for all my daily dermal ailments- it moisturizes without clogging, keeps me matte, and helps the makeup go on smoothly.I've never had a better daily lotion/creme.

Have you tried it yet? What do you think?

Murad Face Oil/Blemish Control

Review: Covergirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation

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Lately I've been using the Covergirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Fondation in 805 Ivory, as I'd had a few people recommend it to me.

It's smooth, covers wonderfully, and gives me a beautiful glow. However, I do not like to use it on its own, despite the fact it has a primer mixed in. I still apply my Smashbox foundation primer beforehand, and the makeup stays for as long as it needs to, until I take it off.

It is a bit drying though... I've found that using YesTo Tomatoes moisturizer at night revitalizes my skin while I sleep, and then I wear Murad Oil-Control Mattifier during the day to keep my skin (and makeup!) in check.

Overall, I absolutely love the Covergirl foundation, and am glad I found a workaround for the drying issue. I will definitely buy it again. As far as recommending it to others, I would suggest it only to those who have oily or well-moisturized skin.