Collective Haul - Ulta & Drugstore Purchases

Hey y'all.   Even though I've been doing my best to limit my spending, I just can't resist splurging on cosmetics!  A new lip color is the perfect pick-me up, so why not go for it?
I've been picking up some beauty products here and there, but it never seemed like enough to post.  However, I just received a shipment from Ulta, so I decided now would be the perfect time!

I'll start with my new favorite lip product.  As you know, Carrie Underwood is the latest brand ambassador for Almay Cosmetics, and I naturally feel the need to purchase everything she endorses.  So I chose to start with the Color + Care Liquid Lip Balm.  This stuff is truly marvelous.  I have shades Cantelope Cream and Pink Pout.  I usually go for peaches and neutral lip colors because I don't want the funny look of bold hues as they start to fade from ware.  But I went out on a limb and picked up that magenta pink color (they were BOGO so the risk was warranted).  Much to my surprise I love the Pink Pout the best! It is a pinky-"my lips but better".  I find it totally ties my look together regardless of what I'm wearing.  The product is long lasting, and does not leave my lips feeling chapped or dry - which is one of my lip product pet peeves!!

I also picked up one of the Revlon Color Burst Lip Butters from Target in the shade Juicy Papaya.  I've always been a fan of the product's formula, so I figured why not pick up a pretty summery shade! The color is subtle, yet has a nice tangerine hue to it on the lips.  Again, I love that it does not leave my lips chapped or dry!

Last week I was at Wal-Mart, picking up some items for my townhouse at school, and of course wandered into the cosmetic aisle.  I knew Maybelline had released new shades of the Color Tattoo product line, and was dying to try them out.  Any followers of the blog know that I am a religious user of these guys as eye-shadow bases in my make-up routine.  So, seeing as these were of a "matte" like texture, and were in neutral hues, I wanted to get my hands on these ASAP.  Thankfully they were in stock at Wal Mart, after I tried several times at Target with no luck.

I picked up shades Creamy Beige and Chocolate Suede.  I've only had the time to try out Creamy Beige.  It was a great neutral to use as a base for shimmer shadows, however if you would like to wear it on its own, you will need to build the product.  I'll let you know how I like Chocolate Suede once I use it!

I am most excited for these two items, both from It Cosmetics.  The Naturally Pretty Vol. 1 Matte Luxe palette is filled with warm, suede-matte like hues that are perfect for layering.

These shades are easy to work with and can be used for both day and nighttime looks.  The palette also includes a shade called "Transforming Pearl" which is meant to be applied over any of the other shades to add a shimmer to your look.

 I also picked up the Tightline Full Lash Length Black Mascara Primer.  The super tiny brush makes it easy to grasp the base of your lashes and pull the roots upwards creating a volumized effect without clumping.  I found that the product distributes well and last for a long time! I use it alone and as a primer, both producing great effects!  I recommend this product to anyone with small lashes or small eyes because this will truly lengthen your lashes and really open up your eyes.

Zoya Fall 2014: Entice & Ignite

Zoya just released their latest lacquer collection for Fall to be pre-ordered from their website!  I have only seen promotional images of the collection, however it is giving me the warm and fuzzies!!!

In true Zoya fashion, the collection is broken up into two groups, of similar colors but differing in the finish.  Entice is made up of luxurious cremes while Ignite includes dazzling shimmers.

I know these jewel tones aren't anything out of the box for fall, but I can't help but love sapphire and rich purple and burgundy.  I will most likely be picking up a few of these!!

These babies will be shipping on Thursday, August 15.

OPI Fall 2014 Collection

Nail News!  OPI has finally released its latest collection and is now available to purchase in stores and select salons.
The lacquer company has derived its inspiration for the fall from Northern European countries, like Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Demark, and Findland.  I enjoy this inspiration, and that OPI is keeping with this "touring Europe" theme we saw in its Spring 2013 Collection.

Here is the collection swatched by Jen from ThePolishAholic (check out more here!)

Row One: Can't aFjord Not To, Viking In A Vinter Vonderland, OPI With a Nice Finn-ish

Row Two: My Voice Is A Little Norse, Suzi Has A Swede Tooth, Thank Glogg Its Friday

Row Three: How Great Is You Dane, Ice-Bergers & Fries, Do You Have This Color Is Stock-Holm

Row Four: Going My Way or Norway, Skating On Thin Ice-Land, My Dogsled Is A Hybrid

This is a great collection to stock up on fall favorites, especially considering there are three shades of brown in there!

I am really digging How Great Is You Dane and My Dogsled Is A Hybrid - Who doesn't love all these witty names?!