Here it is again ya'll. All the goodies that keeps Ms. Faux from looking a damn mess. Of course it is a lovely mix of drug store and high end products with a twofer from Smashbox. So lets dig on into...
1. Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water $32 at Sephora.com
What is it?
Well according to them it is a miracle. What they said...
A makeup primer spray that hydrates and revitalizes skin. Get the benefits of priming, hydration, and sheer radiance with this all-in-one Photo Finish Primer Water. Free of silicone, alcohol, and oil, it’s packed with revitalizing electrolytes that work to reawaken skin and restore moisture. This enriched water instantly absorbs into skin for lasting hydration, leaving skin looking refreshed and ultrasoft while it locks in makeup.
Back in 2000, Smashbox founder and photographer Davis Factor developed our iconic Photo Finish Foundation Primer to help makeup look better and last longer on shoots. Fast forward 15 years and a new icon is born: Photo Finish Primer Water. It’s everything you love about the original primer in the lightest, purest, and most refreshing form imaginable. From the silky-smooth texture of the original, to the super-fine mist of this new water, this primer is perfect for all skin types.
“I always used to mist models’ skin with plain water as the first step in any application, but now I don’t know how I lived without this primer. It’s a triple threat. I use it as a super sheer primer before makeup, as a setting spray to help keep makeup in place, and as a misting spray throughout the day to refresh skin. It’s like a spa in a bottle!”—Lori Taylor Davis, Global Pro Lead Artist
What does Ms. Faux think?
Though I'm still on the fence with it being a finishing spray I do love it as a primer. It does give make-up something to cling to and helps to moisturize the face. I used it all week long as both a primer and a finishing spray and I think it did beautifully.
It is almost citrusy in scent so it is a delightful experience to mist all over the face. I do however prefer Caudalie Beauty Elixir for a fresh wake me up spritz throughout the day.
What it is:
A sheer-to-medium BB water with a liquid-silk texture that delivers multiple benefits in just one drop.
What it is formulated to do:
- Oil-free formulation with built-in primer water technology that creates a liquid silk-consistency to glide easily onto your face and moves with the skin
- Features SPF 30 sun protection
- Comes in eight shades
This multitasking BB water with SPF 30 is an ultra-hydrating and oil-free formula that creates a sheer, radiant finish that lasts all day. It delivers a demi-matte complexion that's never flat, creating a natural-looking canvas, and it minimizes the look of fine lines, pores, and blemishes. This unique BB water allows you to build coverage and does not cause any drying, cracking, or caking during wear.
What else you need to know:
“It all starts with skin in the studio. A sheer finish on the face reflects natural light better and highlights contours like cheekbones.”—Davis Factor, Founder and Photographer
“Remember, it’s all about perfecting—not masking your skin. You only need to apply foundation on places that need coverage.”—Lori Taylor Davis, Global Pro Lead Artist
What does Ms. Faux think?
Well I do think I have found my new favorite day to day foundation. Ms. Faux does not have troubled skin and has sort of combination skin. This provides a perfect day to day to coverage that is not too dewy, not too matte (the latter Ms. Faux will not stand for - she do not like a matte). It makes her skin look like her skin... only better and with SPF built in. I could not be happier with this product and see it sliding into next week as my foundation of choice.
What it is:
A duo of BECCA’s Shimmering Skin Perfector® luminizers in travel-friendly sizes.
What it does:
Enhance your features with the radiance of Shimmering Skin Perfector® Opal Glow On The Go. The Shimmering Skin Perfector and Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed feature BECCA’s bestselling Opal shade. Perfect for creating a range of makeup looks, these travel-sizes of BECCA’s top-selling luminizer let you customize highlighting, touch ups, and a natural-looking glow wherever you are.
This set contains:
- 0.085 oz Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Opal (deluxe size)
- 0.17 oz Shimmering Skin Perfector Opal Spotlight Wand
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| Becca Opal Shimmering Skin Perfector Swatched (left) Blended (right) |
What does Ms. Faux think?
This is the perfect golden highlighter for your cheekbones, brow bones, between the brows, on the chin and your cupids bow. I presented you with this particular kid which is $20 at Sephora.com because the larger bottle which you can also use with a primer for a glow from within look or pair with your favorite body moisturizer for a body shimmer sells for $41 at Sephora.com. This price point seemed a little more palatable and you also get a powder highlighter as well. This amount is perfect for what Ms. Faux uses it for so I went with it.
It creates a wonderful golden highlight to brighten up your face and create a more youthful, awake and dewy look.
What is it? Well according to Milani...
"Now this is a blush that deserves to be seen! Gorgeous in the compact, even prettier on cheeks, this petal soft, natural-finish powder shapes, contours and highlights. Streaks? Never. Easy to use? Always. In ultra-flattering shades that you just can’t live without."
"Glide a brush through the color and lightly tap off excess powder. Lightly apply to cheeks, forehead, chin and/or nose and blend well for a soft glow."
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| Milani Awakening Rose Swatch |
What does Ms. Faux think?
First of all the packaging in terms of the product is superb. Look at the rose detail in the product. It is reminiscent of higher end products in terms of the sculpture of the product, but then you use it and it provides a perfect flush to your skin. So beautifully delicate and I dare say would look great on most skin tones.
The outer packaging is standard drug store, but the product is where it is at. It is gorgeous, flattering and build able. A perfect staple powder blush to have in your collection.
Now you may be like, "yo FauxPrah... why you not link a store to this beauty but rather the Milani website?" Well hunties, that is because I bought mine at Walgreens and you still may be able to get it there. I have found that Walgreens does not list all of their products online but may still carry them in store. Still if not you may be able to find it at Target or online. It is limited edition, however Milani has a gorgeous Rose Powder Blush collection that they retain in their arsenal.
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| Row 1 (left) Row 2 (right) |
What is it? Well according to Wet and Wild...
- Stunning collections of 8 silky, long-lasting, ultra-pigmented colors
- Enriched with macadamia oil to provide continuous moisture and improve the appearance of skin
- A jet-milled base and silicone technology deliver hours of crease-resistant wear
- Embossed with easy-to-follow “how to” directions
- Each complementary shade can be mixed-and-matched for a variety of day-to-night looks
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| Wet and Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Palette in Comfort Zone Swatches |
What does Ms. Faux think?
Hunties Ms. Faux do love a good palette and the majority of the ones she owns cost her $30 and up as they are from Too Faced, Tarte, Urban Decay, Kat Von D, Lorac, etc..., etc... This palette however just goes to show that you don't have to be expensive to pack a gorgeous punch.
Now I just found out from my friend Ms. Cara that this palette has been around for a while. Why have I never seen it. Perhaps it is just too good and always sold out. I could understand why for under $5.
The entire palette is extremely beautiful and useable and Wet and Wild, despite the price point has always had excellent formulation in their palettes. Some particular favorites in this palette are
Row 1, Shadow 2 Which is a gorgeous rosy/mauve pink
Row 2, Shadow 2 and 3 Which are both greens that are beautifully flattering and can create a gorgeous look.
Row 2, Shadow 4 Is the most awesome red/blue shade depending on how it is reflected. Would create a gorgeous eye with lots of depth.
I can't get enough of this palette.
And I can't just stop there. I do need to give a Honorable Mention to the brush that I got in either a Birchbox or Ipsy subscription because it has been my go to blender to use with this new favorite Wet and Wild Palette. It is...
What is it? Well according to LuxieBeauty...
"The Luxie 205 tapered blending brush is the eyeshadow brush that is both cruelty-free and vegan. Handcrafted with synthetic bristles, the brush is extremely soft and gentle enough for all skin types. An antibacterial coating keeps the brushes clean and fresh. With a ravishing rose gold ferrule and pearly pink handle, the tapered tip makes blending eye shadow a breeze."
What does Ms. Faux think?
Hunties I will put this up against any of my more expensive brushes. As a matter of fact I have those brushes and kept reaching for this ALL. WEEK. LONG.
It is devine. It is super soft and picks up the right amount of pigment. It is now Ms. Faux's new eyeshadow brush.
So there you go. All the products that kept Ms. Faux from looking a fright.
What did you think?
Have you tried these products?
Do you think there are products that Ms. Faux needs to look into?
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