$2 Liquid Lipstick!? Beauty on a Budget | Nicka K New York TRUE MATTE Review & Swatches

Hello! :)  I thought I would do a quick review on a few liquid lipsticks I found at my local beauty supply store a few months back.  I originally went with my sister to pick up some new lashes but you know, you always come out the store with more stuff than what you planned.  Haha.  While my sister was checking out I was playing with the displays at the check out and found these cool NickaK New York True Matte liquid lipsticks for $1.99!  It was so cheap that I thought I'd just buy three to test it out and they're actually pretty nice!  So without further ado let's get into this super quick review.

The packaging features a semi-gloss black cap, a clear bottle that lets the color peek through.  The packaging does feels cheap but sturdy.

Memebox I'm Lure Red Edition Review & Swatches

Hello there! :)  I recently received an early Christmas/birthday (it's on Dec.22! >_<) present earlier this month from Memebox. ( > o < ) /  I'm super excited to share their Holiday set I'm Lure Red Edition with you guys!  This set was released earlier today on the Memebox website!  It has a $56 value but will be on sale for $33.  If it's already sold out, don't worry because they'll be restocking more on Tuesday the 15th at noon!  So keep your eyes out for it! :)

I knew I had to get this set when I saw Memebox Korea upload a collab video with one of my favorite Korean beauty bloggers, Lee Su.  She created a simple yet elegant makeup look with the items, watch here!

Alright, let's get into this unboxing/review!  Swatches will be near the end. :)

It comes in a quality dark chocolate colored box (although it looks black in the photos above).  On the front of the box, Memebox's logo is printed in gold metallic.  On the back, they list all of the products.  I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE Memebox's packaging.

Look at this!  So pretty!  Love the red color!  

Memebox Intro to XO Memebox Box Vol. 2 Review & Swatches

Hello!  I haven't done a review on a box from Memebox in forever!!!  I'm here today to review Memebox's Intro to XO Memebox Box (currently sold out).  If you haven't tried their XO products I highly recommend grabbing their awesome value sets or boxes.  It's a great way to explore their brand for a great price. :)

Without further ado, let's get into the review. ( ^o^ ) /

Memebox New & Improved I'm Lip Crayon Review with Detailed Swatches

Hello there!  It's been a while since my last Memebox post, but here I am again. :)  For the month of October I received all 11 of Memebox's new and improved I'm Lip Crayons!  Ahhhhh!  I was screaming and crying out of joy when I saw this parcel.  ( >_< )  I <3 Memebox Team. /cry  One of the best companies I'm a part of.

I have 6 of the 11 old lip crayons and I love them so I don't know how exactly these are going to be better....  Without any further ado, let's get into this review.  Yasssss, I could rhyme!  HAHA.  (　＾∇＾)   Sorry, not sorry.  I watch too much unpretty rapstar so every time I rhyme I feel like a rapper.  Hahaha.  Anyways, Hyorin fighting!  <3 Hyorin.

Product description: (taken from memebox.com)
I'm Lip Crayon delivers a natural wash of color that's flattering on the lips. Improved with a slimmer, retractable packaging to allow ease of application, this creamy crayon applies semi-opaque and evenly. Formulated with moisturizing ingredients such as Macadamia Seed Oil, Argan Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, and Rose Hip Oil to nourish and protect your lips.

Ooooooooo..... so pretty! ( ^ o ^ ) /

Laura Geller Beauty Various Products Review with Detailed Swatches & A Chance to get a 20% discount!

Hello!  I am so delighted to share a few products from Laura Geller.  On a Friday, my sister, her boyfriend, and I decided to go to the mall and on my way to the car a FedEx truck drives by and hands me a package.  It was filled with Laura Geller products!  I was only expecting one or two products but they GENEROUSLY sent me sooo many that it just made me want to cry.  Thank you Laura Geller PR Team <3.

Without further ado, let's get into the products.

Cruelty-free Eyelash Brand - Ono Lash Review

Hello there!  So sorry for not posting anything in a while, this post was suppose to be posted early last week but something happened.  Last Sunday, while playing dodgeball I sprained my ankle when landing when I went to play with a group of friends at an indoor trampoline park.  I heard a loud crack.  I was like "oh my gosh....."  After a week and a half later, my ankle is 90% healed and been feeling sluggish for some reason.  This is my second time spraining my ankle. (-_-) *sigh*  I had too much fun that day. 

Anyways, today I'll be reviewing six pairs of false lashes that Ono Lash generously sent me.  Of course everything is 1000% my honest opinion.  Let me tell you a little bit about the brand before I get into the review.  The creator of Ono Lash is Sophie Ono, who is a New York City makeup artist.  She's done makeup looks for celebrities and top publications such as Vogue, Nylon, Essence, and others.  One of the best things about Ono Lash is that their lashes are cruelty-free!  Their lashes are made from non-animal derived fiber blends and human hair.  They have roughly 23 different lash styles so you're guaranteed to find at least one lash pair you'd like. :)

Site:  http://www.onolash.com/

Is this or is this not the cutest box packaging out there.  Love the cute stickers.  Definitely saving this box. 

September Beauty Haul | High & Low End Brands & Memebox

Hello!  September has been an awesome month for me and I hope it was for you too. :)   *takes deep a breath*  Once October starts, it's only going to be three more months until my birthday and Christmas!  I'm already feeling the Christmas spirt.  Haha.  （・∀・）

Arrgg!!!  All of these new releases, sales, and gift sets from cosmetic stores and brands are killing me!  I've gone crazy.  Not really.  Maybe a little....  Ulta was having their 21 days of beauty and then Macy's started their beauty scene event.  (-__-)  Those two stores really know how to take my money.  This whole month I've made multiple trips to Macy's and Ulta, just like every other month.  Haha.  This is what happens when you live within five miles to commercial areas.  (>_<)

Okay, let's get into the products.  *Sorry for the bad lighting.*

Anastasia Beverly Hills Illuminator - A Macy's Exclusive
Retails for $28
I got one out of the four shades available.  I decided to go with So Hollywood, a gold shimmer highlight that will match every skin tone.  I'm sooo tempted to go get more!!!  It's sooo purrrdy!  I want to go back and get starlight, which is a shear white shimmer that will also match any skin tone.  But I keep asking myself, "Do I really need it?"  YES!  It's limited Edition!  Haha.  . . . .   I hate myself. -_-

[UNIQSO] Yubin Inspired Makeup Tutorial with GEOLICA Lens & GIVEAWAY! (^o^)/

Hello!  Since Halloween is coming up I decided to do a kpop inspired makeup look from Yubin Wonder Girls!  In this makeup tutorial I am wearing GEOLICA EURO Celine Blue circle lens.  So far, they're one of my favorite blue lens.  Well, without further ado let's get to the tutorial.  By the way, keep in mind that I'm not a makeup artist. ( >_< ) 

MEMEBOX I'm Lip Stick New & Improved Formula Review & Detailed Swatches

Hello! Sorry for not posting anything for almost a whole month.  I was going to blog about my recent makeup buys but then I figured I will just make a favorites post later this month.  Anyways, a few days ago when I was bored and had nothing to do I checked the mail and saw a brown box stuffed inside the mail box.  I was like *gasp* overfilled with joy.  (*＾ワ＾*）

Inside the box was Memebox's new and Improved I'm Lipstick that I was waiting so long for to be launched on the global site!  Yay!  I was about to purchase a few but then they still have soooo many items that are not released on the USA site yet.  I was going to wait a bit... but then once again Memebox surprised me with nine lipsticks. ( >_< )  I <3 Memebox Team.

I'm Lip Stick Description:

"Experience a full blast of color with the new I’m Lipstick series by Memebox. Upgraded with better formulation and a much advanced color technology, I’m Lipstick delivers full color payoff in just one swipe. It possesses a lip-hugging property which allows the color to fully adhere onto the lips for a long-lasting wear. 

• "Phase Inversion Emollient" delivers the most vivid color payoff
• Crease-free, lip-hugging formula with Argan Oil, Rosehip Oil, and Manuka Honey extract"

Fresh out of the box!  Haha.   ( >_< )  So pretty.

Simple Everyday Eye Makeup Tutorial + GEO Celine Euro Lens in Pure Hazel

Hello!  This month from Uniqso, I ordered Stella Eyelashes Pointed 5506 and Geo Euro Celine in Hazel.  I fell in love with the grey lens of this series and I decided to go for the hazel lens.   I've been waiting to see how these lens would look like on darker eye colors.  So, with these items I came up with a very simple everyday eye look that could match any lip color.  If you're like me, a person who loves to wear different lip colors everyday then this may be a tutorial you'll enjoy.

Recent Macy's Buy - FREE 7pc gift set with Lancome purchases over $35 & more gifts with $70+ purchases! GREAT Steal!

Hello!  So about a week ago, a Macys newsletter magazine thing came in and on the back was an awesome Lancome FREE 7pc gift set for purchases over $35!  You could get 3 more free gifts when you spend over $70.  This gift set started earlier this week and is while supplies lasts.  On Aug 14th-15th ONLY they'll also be giving out a free blush brush with the gift set.  Which is why I waited until the 14th to get my set.  Haha.

I went to Macys earlier this week with my sisters to swatch the samples of the set and I fell in love with the warm lipstick and blush set BUT I seriously could not find anything to buy from Lancome!  I already have a few makeup products from Lancome and they're not really anything special.  BUT you can never go wrong with a high end foundation. :)  I searched for a foundation but just couldn't find any that I like and I really love my Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation so...  I thought I would just pass this gift set but I went home that day and spent hours looking at the Macys site to find reviews on products and decided to go with a skincare product.

I ended up getting Lancome's Eau Fraiche Douceur Micellar Cleansing Water ($38).  As if I don't already have enough cleansing products. (-_-)   I know... but I recently just finished my cleansing water from Etude House and am using my favorite cleansing water from Insobeau.  It works sooo good that I don't even want to use it.  Haha.  Do you guys feel like that too?  Or is it just me?

BERRISOM Oops My Lip Tint Virgin Red & Pure Pink Review

Hello!  I'm very excited to finally introduce you guys to Berrisom's Oops my Lip Tint line! :D  Memebox kindly sent me these items along with Too Cool For School's Egg Mousse Pack, which will be posted later.  I've been wanting to try these product ever since I saw Rainbow's Jisook and Hunyoung tried them out in a video on insiteTV.  Check it out below!

If you don't already know what Berrisom's Oops My Lip Tint are, they are lip tints that you can peel off of your lips!  It leaves a vibrant color that lasts up to 12 hours without smearing of fading.  This lip tint pack is enriched and fortified with premium herbal extracts such as aloe vera left extract, marine collagen, royal extract, hyaluronic acid and honey.

Anastasia Beverly Hills - Shadow Couture World Traveler Eye Shadow Palette Swatches & First Impressions

Hello!  Guess what.  My sister and I went to Ulta to grab Anastasia Beverly Hill's new Couture World Traveler palette! :D  Ever since the time we went to Macys and talked with the sales lady I've been wanting to get it.  So far I really like it.

The packaging looks like it would make a really chic clutch.  Haha.

Fast & Easy 5 Minute Cat Eye Makeup Look in Less Than 10 Steps + Mini Circle Lens Review

Hello!  Long time no tutorial!  ^__^  I wanted to do a quick makeup look that you can do in 5 minutes.  I figured everyone has their own makeup base routine and what not so I didn't include that.  Okay, I lied.  Maybe not actually 5 minutes but maybe 10 minutes if you include my skincare process and base makeup. ( >.< )  I went with simple eye makeup that can match any lip color.  Hope you enjoy :)

MEMEBOX x MakeupByEvon Cream Matte Lipsticks #HDREADY Collection Review + NEW HAIR in Process

Hello!  Today I'll be introducing you guys to Memebox's new collaboration with MakeupbyEvon, who is a self taught makeup artist youtube beauty guru.  I am surprised to see that there are barely any blog posts about this makeup collaboration with Memebox (couldn't find any reviews, I was debating whether to get the MakeupbyEvon skincare & makeup box or the Botanic Farm Box.  I ended up getting the Botanic Farm Box and I'm super happy with it.  I will try to finish that post as soon as possible. ^__^ ).

The whole makeup line consist of two contour palettes for lighter and darker skin tones and three cream matte lipsticks from the Marsala color family.  Evon actually chose to go with Pantone's color of the year, Marsala which is perfect for us ladies who are warm-toned! The ingredients are listed on the website which is super helpful for those who have sensitive skin.  I was sent the three cream matte lipsticks as a gift and thought I would share them with you guys. :)  Thank you so much again Memebox! ( >_< )  Stay tuned for an exclusive discount code!

The packaging of the box sort of reminds me of Anastasia Beverly Hills packaging.

Love how they have the colors peeking through.

I really like how the color on the box is super close to the color of the actual product.

And for the first time in forever, I could read what's on the bottom.  Usually there would be a stamp printed on top, so glad it doesn't have that anymore.

Korean MakeUp VS American Makeup Tutorial

Hello!  Today I did two makeup tutorials of Korean and American Makeup.  Just a heads up I'm not a professional so my technique and everything sucks so don't bash on me. (>_<)

Korean Make Up