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Top 5: Eye Creams

Monday, February 8, 2016

A longtime in the making, I finally bring you my Top 5 favorite eye creams that I've discovered over the last few years. These are my holy grail, for lack of a better phrase, eye creams that I like to use to brighten, depuff, add moisture, and apply under makeup.

Even though eye creams can be a bit of a controversial topic, I hope you enjoy the video and be sure to let me know blow in the comments what your favorite eye creams are!

And of course, there are definitely more than 5 eye creams mentioned in the video :)

Be sure to like and subscribe to see more!

Love,

Claire

Morning Skincare Routine

Monday, May 19, 2014

A long awaited and much requested video, I bring you My Morning Skincare Routine. I love my skincare, there is no doubt about that, and in this video I give you mini reviews and show you how I use all my morning products. I also share a little on my philosophy behind my morning cleansing and moisturizing ritual. Do note, and proceed with caution, everyone's skin is different and may react differently to various ingredients and products. Something that works beautifully for me, can have adverse reactions on you. Thus, take advantage of samples and testers at your locals stores and counters. And always remember to patch test new skincare on a hard to see area on your neck/chin before going hog wild! Be sure to watch the video below to see how I start my day and the products that give me clear and hydrated skin!

Make sure to stay tuned for my evening skincare routine and a third part featuring sunscreens, exfoliants, and treatments.

I hope you guys enjoyed the video and be sure to subscribe to my youtube channel and follow my blog to see more!

Thanks!

2013 Favorites: Skincare

Tuesday, March 25, 2014

2013 Favorites or not the following products below that I talk about in the video linked are all time favorites. These are the products that really stood out to me over 2013. In truth, I would have very much like to have uploaded this video when it was filmed in January, but due to life, moving, surgeries, and an inability to handle my sh*t, I bring you the second installment of my 2013 favorites today! I definitely felt as this was still relevant and quality content and I certainly hope you guys enjoy!

Products Mentioned:

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water

Lancome "Eau Fraiche Douceur" Micellar Cleansing Water

Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover

Bobbi Brown Soothing Cleansing Oil

Shiseido Facial Cotton

Clarins One Step Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser

Laura Mercier Flawless Skin Face Polish

Origins Modern Friction

Alpha-H Liquid Gold

Kiehl's Over-Night Biological Peel

Mario Badescu Glycolic Grapefruit Cleansing Lotion

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs & Rosewater

Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner

Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Serum

Estee Lauder Idealist Even Skin Tone Illuminator

Ole Henriksen Truth Serum Collagen Booster

NUDE Radiant Day Moisturizer

PCA Skin Clearskin

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate

Pai Rosehip Bioregenerate

Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Eye Cream

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Eye

Clarins UV Plus HP Multi-Protection Day Screen SPF 40
Shiseido Sun Protection Eye Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 34
Kiehl's Acne Blemish Control Skin-Clearing Treatment
Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask
Mario Basdescu Healing & Soothing Mask
GLAMGLOW SUPER-MUD Clearing Treatment
Skin 79 Rose Moisture Mask
KORRES Lip Butter Guava
BY TERRY Baume de Rose

Love,
Claire

2013 Favorites: Makeup & Nails

Thursday, January 30, 2014

2013 was a year that I discovered so many amazing products I know will be in my arsenal for years to come. This includes Burberry Cosmetics, a brand I got my paws into at the beginning of the year and immediately became obsessed. At the end of 2013, Marc Jacobs (specifically their blushes) really stood out to me and will certainly be a line that I'll be diving further into over 2014.Even though the video doesn't contain in depth reviews on these much loved products, it is a great way to get an understanding of who I am as a makeup junkie :)

Products Mentioned:

Foundations/BB Creams

Shiseido Perfect Refining Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15

Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm SPF 45

Concealers

Maybeline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer Radiant

It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Waterproof Concealer

Dior Hydra Life BB Eye Creme

Powders

Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder

MAC Studio Careblend Pressed Powder Light Plus

Burberry Sheer Powder No.2

Nars Light Reflecting Pressed Setting Powder

Bronzing/Contouring

Burberry Warm Glow Nude Glow No. 3

Kevyn Aucoin Sculpting Powder Medium

Highlighting
Becca Shimmering Skin Perfecter SPF 25+ Moonstone
Benefit High Beam

Blush

Jouer Mineral Powder Blush Rose

Nars Blush Douceur

Marc Jacobs Shameless Bold Blush 206 Reckless

Stila Convertible Color Peony

Eyeshadow

Burberry Eye Shadows

Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette

Too Faced Boudoir Eyes Soft & Sexy Eye Shadow Collection

Laura Mercier Artist Palette (limited edition)

Jouer Creme Eyeshadow Crayon Baroque

Eyeliner

Nars Larg er Than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner Rue Bonaparte

Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes 19L

Brows

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Gel

Kevyn Aucoin 'The Precision' Brow Pencil Brunette

Lipstick/Lip Crayon

Bite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipsticks

NYX Black Label Lipsticks

MAC Viva Glam II

L'Oreal Colour Riche Lip Balm Tender Mauve

Maybeline Vivids Lipsticks

Nars Lip Pencils

Too Faced La Creme Lipsticks

Lipgloss

MAC Cremesheen Glasses

Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Glosses

Lip Liner

Makeup Forever Aqua Lip Waterproof Lipliner Pencils

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Lip Pencils

Nails

Julep Cleopatra (Black Latex)

Dior Vernis Nail Lacquers

Essie Disappearing Trick

Other

Urban Decay De-Slick Oil-Control Makeup Setting Spray

Fragrance

MAC Turquatic

Hope you enjoyed!
Love,
Claire

Empties: December 2013

Saturday, January 25, 2014

Surprisingly enough, even with a broken wrist, my obsession with beauty products doesn't falter. Products I'm sad to see go are my MAC Cremesheen Glass in Just Superb and my sample of the Jo Malone Blackberry and Bay Body Creme. I did also include the candles I burned through this month. Hope you enjoy and be sure to watch the video below!

Products Mentioned:

A! Absolute! Makeup Cleansing Tissues Green Tea*

Shiseido Facial Cotton*

Julep Acetone Free Conditioning Nail Polish Remover

Bath & Body Works Gentle Foaming Hand Soap Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin*

Kiehl's Simply Mahvelous Legs Shave Cream

L'Oreal Paris Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Towelette

Soap & Glory The Scrub of Your Life*

100% Pure Organic Flax Seed Cleansing Oil

MAC Mineralize Charged Water Cleanser

Boots Expert Sensitive Hydrating Eye Cream

LUSH Brazened Honey Fresh Face Mask*
Joico K-Pak Deep Penetrating Reconstructor*
Beauty Addicts Show Off Mascara
MAC Cremesheen Glass Just Superb*

Travel/Sample Sizes:

L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream (x4)*

Soap & Glory Righteous Butter*

Love + Toast Clementine Crush Body Lotion

Jo Malone Blackberry & Bay Body Creme*

L'Occitane Almond Shower Oil*

Babor Cleansing HY-OL

Babor Phytoactive Base

Murad Time Release Acne Cleanser*

Elemis Tri-Enzyme Resurfacing Facial Wash*

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water*

Murad Resurgence Age Balancing Night Cream

Josie Maran Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 40

Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair*

Nuxe Creme Fraiche Masque*
Bumble & Bumble Thickening Conditioner
Sachajuan Scalp Shampoo*
Sachajuan Color Save Conditioner
Tresemme Tres Two Hair Spray*
Sebastian Shaper Fierce Hair Spray
John Frieda Frizz Ease Take Charge Curl Boosting Mousse
Redken Outshine 01 Anti-Frizz Polishing Milk*
Tom Ford Violet Blonde Eau de Parfum*
Paco Rabanne Lady Million Eau de Parfum*
Thierry Mugler Alien Eau de Parfum*
Escada Cherry In The Air Eau de Parfum*
Kiehl's Nashi Blossom & Pink Grapefruit Aromatic Blend*
Marc Jacobs Genius Gel Super-Charged Foundation
Marc Jacobs Remedy Concealer Pen*
Benefit The POREfessional*
Smashbox Photo Finish Hydrating Foundation Primer
bareMinerals Stroke of Light Eye Brightener*
Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint*
Smashbox Photo Finish Lid Primer
Lancome Hypnose Star Mascara*

Candles:

White Barn Flannel (discontinued/seasonal)*

Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin*

* = I would repurchase

Love,
Claire

Favorites: November 2013

Saturday, December 14, 2013

Regardless of my blogposts being at a minimum, my love for cosmetics has not withered in the slightest. Attempting to handle a career, social life, relationship, and a blog/youtube channel has proven to be a challenge. However, I was able to get around to filming my November Favorites. I hope you enjoy hearing all about my current obsession with the Shiseido Perfect Refining Foundation. It's deep into December and I'm still obsessed. Be sure to watch the video below!

Products Mentioned:

Organix Renewing Argan Oil of Moroccan Oil Shampoo

Organix Renewing Argan Oil of Moroccan Oil Conditioner

Sachajuan Scalp Shampoo

Laura Mercier Artist Palette

Nars Light Reflecting Pressed Setting Powder

Dior Diorskin Shimmer Star Amber Diamond

NYX HD Photogenic Concealer

NYX Black Label Lipstick Summer in Hampton

Shiseido Perfect Refining Foundation
Mario Basdescu Glycolic Grapefruit Cleansing Lotion
Shiseido Sun Protection Eye Cream

Hope you enjoyed!

Love,
Claire

Empties: October 2013

Saturday, November 23, 2013

Even though it's almost December I still thought I would share my October Empties. Ones I will miss are the Kiehl's Magic Elixer and the NUDE Day Moisturizer. These are definite repurchases down the line. As a product junkie, I've always got plenty of backups and more fun products to try. But every once in a while I come back to my tried and true products. I hope you enjoy the video linked below!

Products Mentioned:

the Balm En Root Moisturize My Hair Conditioner

Kiehl's Magic Elixer Hair Restructuring Concentrate with Rosemary Leaf & Avocado Oils*

LUSH Whoosh Shower Jelly*

Shiseido Facial Cotton*
Caudalie Vinosource S.O.S. Thirst Quenching Serum*
Origins Clean Energy*
Butter London Acetone Free Lacquer Remover Pumpkin Warrior (discontinued)
Butter London Acetone Free Lacquer Remover Branwen's Berries (discontinued)
Boots No 7 Protect & Perfect Hand Cream SPF 15

Marc Jacobs Lola Eau de Parfum Purse Spray*
Origins Plantscription Anti-aging Concealer Light*

Travel Sizes/Deluxe Samples:

Alterna Bamboo Style Cleanse Extend Translucent Dry Shampoo

BVLGARI Eau Parfumee White Tea Shampoo & Shower Gel

Clarins Body Lift Cellulite Control

Shea Terra Organics Whipped Shea Butter Ultimate Moisturizing Body Creme Bourbon Vanilla*

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water*
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Toner*
Ole Henrikson Truth Serum Vitamin C Collagen Booster*
Murad Clarifying Cleanser
NUDE Perfect Cleansing Oil Face & Eyes
NUDE Radiant Day Moisturizer*
Algenist Overnight Restorative Cream*

Samples:

NARS Makeup Removing Water
Guerlain Abeille Royale Youth Serum*
Chanel Le Blanc Brightening Moisturizing Cream

NEST Midnight Fleur Eau de Parfum*
bareMinerals Prime Time Eyelid Primer*
Urban Decay Big Fatty Mascara*
Dior Hydra Life BB Eye Creme*
Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch*

Hope you enjoyed!

Claire

Empties: August 2013

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Many favorites this past month hit the dust. I had to say goodbye to a luxurious and unnecessary (but oh so pampering) love, my LUSH Almond & Coconut Shower Smoothie; which I will be sure to repurchase next time I make my way to LUSH.

It's always frustrating that by the time I make it to finishing a product and talking about it in my Empties videos/posts, it's been discontinued. Unfortunately this month, two products that I really enjoyed are currently unavailable! Otherwise, I hope you find all the mini reviews helpful and interesting. Do note, that as I am a beauty product junkie, there is no judging needed for the hoards of product I pound through over the mere course of 30 days!