Project 10 Pan Update

Still doing P10P and I'm happy to report that I've used up 2 more products. However, I have purchased more than I used. Oh well, I'll keep trying.

Used up a tube of toothpaste, I know that's stretching it, but it really is beauty related. I also used up a tube of Hemp Hand Cream from The Body Shop, which is the best ever!

9 down

1 to go!

Stay tuned...

Bare Minerals Matte - Initial Review

I picked up the new Bare Minerals Matte foundation at Ulta over the weekend in the hopes that it would be as the name implies, matte. I found that its not really matte as it is just not as dewy as the original foundation.

I'm comparing my idea of matte mineral makeup to Everyday Minerals Intensive or perhaps L'Oreal's mineral foundation, for point of reference.

I also hoped that it would not be as itchy as the original tends to be on me. (I like the coverage and it doesn't break me out, so I put up with the occasional itchiness.) I'm sorry to report, that the matte formula is still itchy, for me anyway.

It claims that its supposed to absorb excess oil and eliminate shine without drying, not so for me. I am not oily skinned, but noted a shiny face by lunch time. Blotting was very necessary. Perhaps if I used a primer underneath it might have helped with that issue, I'll give it a try and report back.

There is an ingredient in it that is from the RareMinerals line that is supposed to help with smoothing skin and cell turnover, but I honestly can't report on that yet. I'll keep you posted.

Another downside I noted was the lack of colors. It maybe that the product is still too new and they haven't released tons of shades yet, but for ebony skinned women you may find it difficult to find your shade in the new formula. I believe the darkest shade my store had was Tan, I'm sure a free standing Bare Escentuals will have the full range.

There is one thing that I really like about it. I'm really loving the new packaging! There is a new sifter, which can be dialed to opened or closed. A definite plus in managing the mess or for travel.

Overall impression, meh. I didn't really note much of a difference between the matte and the original. The oil absorbing claims are overrated, but may need further testing on my part. Skin improvement is unknown, and will probably remain unknown as I don't wear mineral foundation everyday.

I'm going to keep using it and see if it will win me over.

Stay tuned.....

Loving L'oreal Bare Naturale Mascara

This is just a random post about a mascara that I'm loving lately, the L'Oreal Bare Naturale Mascara. I've had this for a while, but wasn't too impressed with it initially. I went back and tried it again this past week and I'm really loving it!

It gives a nice amount of length and average volume to my lashes. I have the regular formula and it's holding the curl decently as well. I wore it to work today and it still looked great at the end of a 12 hour day. I haven't noticed any flaking or smearing under my eyes either. I'm obsessive about raccoon eyes! I cannot stand a mascara that smears, and so far this hasn't done that!

Another thing that I like is that it is paraben and fiber free, plus it is infused with some healthy stuff. I think it has minerals and jojoba oil in it. It's also easy to remove, which is a must in my book. I'm able to take it off with a makeup remover wipe without any trouble or tugging.

I will definitely repurchase when this tube runs out! Of course it will be on sale, I try not to pay full price for anything!!

Drop me a line and let me know your favorite mascaras!

Take care!