Beauty, Cruelty-Free Beauty, Purchased

Sage Goddess Crystal Eyes

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Add some extra with “Crystal Eyes” liquid glitter in the shade Hologram. This is one of the first products launched in the @thesagegoddess cosmetics line. The color is a pearlescent white gel with gold, silver and lilac colored glitter. It is buildable, long-wearing and stays put until you wash it off. I am really looking forward to more shades of this product! Although I am a lover of traditional pan eyeshadows, you don’t have to worry about this breaking or fallout. I am a BIG FAN of multi-purpose cosmetics that do not require extra tools, such as brushes or sponges, etc. And… when it comes to travelling or when I am short on time, this product is fool proof!

It is playful, cute and sexy… However you want to work with this product is perfect. Even if you don’t wear makeup daily, this one thing will brighten your appearance, your shoulders, your hair, you name it!

Final thoughts and suggestions:

This is a very fun and playful product that can even be used in your hair or other parts of the body… get playful! If you have a “muggle job”, you may not be able to wear this product to work. The glitter is pretty chunky and isn’t a very blendable type of product. It does not work well with powder eyeshadows, etc. So, if you want to wear this, make sure it isn’t being placed on top of other shadows. It sets quickly once you place it where you want it.

This product is #crueltyfree and #vegan 💜🙏🏼 #veganbeauty#goddessglam#thesagegoddess

Disclosure: This post does not contain affiliate links. Product mentioned in this post was purchased by me. I was not compensated for this post. All opinions are 100% honest and my own.

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Beauty, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Subscription Box

FabFitFun Subscription Box

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Spring 2022 FabFitFun Annual Member Subscription Box

It’s here! The Spring Box from @fabfitfun 🙌🏼🌸🌷As an annual member, I really Love the perk of being able to customize every single item in my box! Each subscription box is packed with ALL full-sized items valued over $200, but only $39.99 with my code: CHRISTINALOVES on www.fabfitfun.com

Some items I selected for my Spring Box are favorites that I have tried and LOVE, like @josiemaran body butter and @farmacybeauty Honey Halo Moisturizer. But, the first thing I had to open was the @patrickstarrr Visionary eyeshadow palette… OH. MY GOSH! These shadows are so gorgeous and I cannot wait to play with them! 🥰

Also included in my hand-selected Spring Box are:
@erincondren Stationery bundle
@earthharbor GLOW JUICE Refining Enzyme Mask
@thenue_co Topical C powder
@aliceandolivia Daisy Duffel and Bucket Hat
@yogawakeup Acupressure Pillow
@gemellijewelry Jenna Clips
@evenprimeandco Hypernova Dark Circle Eye Serum

Want to learn more about FabFitFun? check out the FabFitFun community: fabfitfun.com/community

#fabfitfun#fabfitfunpartner#fffgiveaway#dreamsresorts

FTC Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I am affiliated with FabFitFun, but all products mentioned in this post were purchased by me. I was not compensated. All opinions are 100% honest and my own. 

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Beauty, PR Sample, Skincare, Sponsored

Exuviance Intensive Eye Treatment Masques

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These Exuviance Intensive Eye Treatment Masques bring life back to my under eye area and seriously hydrate my crows feet, aka ‘smile lines’ 🙂 And, can we talk about the size of these eye masques! Look at how much of my under eye area they cover and they wrap around perfectly to the outer corners of my eyes. I’ve tried other eye masques, but none of them are this generously sized. I have also noticed that the dreaded ‘eye bags’ under my eyes, right on top of my cheek bones are always less puffy after using these! If you haven’t incorporated an eye masque to your skincare routine, I highly recommend that you treat yourself to the Exuviance Intensive Eye Treatment Masques.

Until I tried the Intensive Eye Treatment Masques, I did not realize how much the delicate skin under my eyes and my smile lines really needed and benefited from the boost that I get from using them!

My favorite times to use the Exuviance Intensive Eye Treatment Masques:

-At night before bed while watching TV, checking emails, etc.

-To help soothe and de-puff when I’m suffering from seasonal allergies

-In the morning while I am drying my hair/before applying makeup

-After a long stressful day while I unwind and relax with a glass of wine

TIP! keep your Intensive Eye Treatment Masques in the fridge for an added cooling and soothing effect

 

Now through November 13th, receive a FREE Bionic Oxygen Facial ($65 value) with your order of $90.00 or more!

PRODUCT DETAILS:

Exuviance Intensive Eye Treatment Masque firms and hydrates the delicate skin around the eye area. These single-use masques contain concentrated ingredients to provide maximum anti-aging benefits in a gentle formulation.

Lactobionic Acid (10%) hydrates, refreshes and soothes eyes, while gently exfoliating, firming the skin and minimizes the appearance of fine lines

Bionic treatment firms skin around the eyes, reducing the appearance of crow¹s feet

Vitamins A, C, and E provide antioxidant protection and restore skin

Recommended usage: Two to three times a week

Key Ingredients: Lactobionic Acid, Vitamins A, C, and E

Size: 12 individually packaged applications (24 masques)

Dermatologist and allergy tested. Fragrance-Free, Paba-Free. For all skin types.

 

How to use:

-Gently cleanse and pat dry the eye area then open pouch and remove both pads

-Gently place one masque under or around each eye. Smooth the pad carefully onto the skin

-Leave the masques on skin for 10 to 30 minutes as desired

-Gently remove and discard (Do not reuse)

-Gently massage in excess solution from eye masques

 

 

FTC: This is a sponsored review which contains affiliate links. I received this product complimentary from Exuviance in return for my evaluation and review, but all opinions are 100% honest and my own. My opinion and this review are based on my personal experience with the product and is not influenced by the brand or its affiliates. The overall description of the product, benefits and ingredients were adapted or taken from information provided by Exuviance.

 

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BECCA Cosmetics Velvet Blurring Primer – Perfecting Base

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Influenster sent me a complimentary FULL SIZE bottle of the BECCA Cosmetics Velvet Blurring Primer – Perfecting Base for testing and review purposes, and I love it so far! This primer is perfect for warmer days to keep your makeup looking fresh. It really does the trick to prevent my foundation from caking up, and it blurs pores and fine lines ALL day. The primer is a liquid-to-powder blurring primer that starts out with a peachy tint, but when you apply it, the tint disappears into your skin and really does give a porcelain smooth, airbrushed finish as BECCA claims it will do.

I have sensitive skin, hormonal acne and scarring from acne and 2nd degree burns that are VERY hard to smooth out with ANY primer… Until I used the BECCA Velvet Primer, I was still searching for the closest to ‘perfect’ primer out there. I’ve tried every type by every brand… drugstore and high-end alike, and I think BECCA has won my vote for the best primer! Although the price tag is a bit high, if it works, it is well worth it. Another feature that I adore about this primer is that it is antioxidant rich and infused with hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and E and it is perfect for all skin types!

 

 

I used to rely on blotting papers mid-day to absorb oil and refresh my makeup during the warmer months, but this primer holds up to where I don’t need blotting papers! You cannot even feel this on your skin, it is so weightless. I do prefer a tube for the delivery method, rather than a pump so I can cut the end of the tube when its almost gone so I can use every drop, but so far so good. 

Purchase on QVC and receive a FREE Opal Shimmering Skin Perfector Liquid Highlighter:  http://www.qvc.com/BECCA-Velvet-Blurring-Primer-%26-Opal-Skin-Perfecting.product.A301101.html?sc=NAVLIST

 

PRO Tip: Make sure your skin is gently exfoliated and moisturized before applying this primer to help prevent a flaky or dry appearance AND remember is that you have to shake the bottle well before using.

 

FTC: This is a sponsored review which contains affiliate links. I received this product complimentary from Influenster in return for my evaluation, testing and review, but all opinions are 100% honest and my own. My opinion and this review are based on my personal experience with the product. The overall description of the product, benefits and ingredients were adapted or taken from information provided by Influenster.

 

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Beauty, Purchased, QVC

A few bareMinerals faves from QVC

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A huge thank you to @bareminerals & @qvc for offering bareMinerals products on EasyPay! With EasyPay, I’m able to use my debit card instead of credit, get several items home for less and make payments over time, instead of choosing which items to pass up at Sephora or bareMinerals.com when I can only afford one or two items at full price. Its a no-brainer for me to shop QVC. bareMinerals will always be one of my favorite brands. This is a line of cosmetics with ingredients that my skin loves, and I swear by the products now just like I did when there was only foundation, mineral veil, blush and brushes that were only available to purchase by mail catalog or infomercial/phone order.

I’m on my second compact of the barePRO Performance Wear Powder Foundation with brush (Item #A289152) and I am loving the new barePRO Liquid Foundation that also comes with a brush! (Item #A291486) I always check QVC first for beauty TSV’s (Today’s Special Value) worldwide launches, deluxe sizes and Easy Pay offers. Whenever a set includes a free brush for little to no extra charge, its like icing on the cake!

UPDATE 8/25/2017: I love the formula and wear of the barePRO Liquid Foundation, but there are a couple of important factors that I must mention. If you do not gently exfoliate and properly moisturize before applying, your lines and pores will be more apparent. Whatever shade you think will suit your skintone the best, you should go lighter because it oxidizes quite a bit after applying on the skin. For example: I wear DAWN in the barePRO Performance Wear Powder Foundation, but the same shade in the barePRO Liquid Foundation is much darker than the powder.

If you love bareMinerals as much as I do, you really should check out QVC for product exclusives that you can only buy from QVC, Value Sets, Super-Size items only available on QVC, and TSV’s, which are sets which usually contain product launches that QVC offers before they are even available in-store or on the bareMinerals website… And QVC has a no-hassle returns and exchange, which is another bonus!

 

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I am affiliated with QVC and BareMinerals, but all products mentioned in this post were purchased by me. I was not compensated for this post. All opinions are 100% honest and my own. The overall description of the product, image, benefits and ingredients were adapted or taken from information provided by QVC and bareMinerals.

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Beauty, Cruelty Free, QVC, Sponsored

Julep Super-Size Oxygen Nail Treatment Kit

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I love Julep SO much, and have been a Julep Maven since the brand began with only nail polish. This set takes me back to when I first discovered Take a Breather Oxygen Nail Treatment in my first Julep Maven monthly subscription box. I am so excited about how the brand has grown and continues to evolve.

One of the many things I love about Julep is that their nail polishes are 5-free, which means the formulas are free of carcinogens such as formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, toluene, formaldehyde resin and camphor. This set is filled with everything you need for healthy nails! All of the polishes are super sized at .74, and the regular size is .27, so these will last a VERY long time. Once you use these amazing nail polishes, you will never want to use anything else. Since I’ve been using Julep nail polishes, I have been able to keep my nails healthy and have not paid to have a manicure or pedicure in years.

I am all about the Brave Pretty movement, and I admire how much love the founder and CEO of Julep, Jane Park, pours into the Julep brand, and how she really cares about the customers.

Treat yourself and share with those you know who may need and love these products!

QVC item #A287571 includes the following items:

  • 0.74-fl oz super-size Take a Breather Oxygen Nail Treatment in Sheer Pink
  • 0.74-fl oz super-size Take a Breather Oxygen Nail Treatment in Sheer Ivory
  • 0.74-fl oz super-size Be Strong Oxygen Nail Therapy
  • 0.28-fl oz Roll With It Essential Cuticle Oil
  • Crystal nail file
  • 8″ x 5″ bag

In a consumer survey:
-after one day of use, 92% of participants agreed the product made their nails look hard and shiny
-after 14 days of use, 87% of participants agreed Be Strong made their nails feel stronger

How do I use it: Apply one or two thin coats of nail treatment to clean, unpolished nails. Wear alone for best results. Apply two coats of nail therapy to clean, bare nails twice a week. If using as basecoat, apply one coat and follow with nail color once dry. Use cuticle oil daily to help soften rough cuticles. The convenient rollerball is perfect for on-the-go application. To prevent splitting and damage, file nails in one direction.

 

FTC: This is a sponsored review which contains affiliate links. I received this product complimentary from Julep in return for my evaluation, testing and review, but all opinions are 100% honest and my own. My opinion and this review are based on my personal experience with the product.

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Beauty, Beauty Tools, Purchased, QVC

Purple Everything from QVC!

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Purple everything! 💜💜💜 I purchased all of these products on @QVC, except for the Julep nail polishes and Fresh Sugar Lip Treatments. Items shown are listed below:

@freshbeauty Sugar Lip Treatments, Berry & Fig
Illustra Beauty Ceramic Styling Brush
@tatcha Camellia Beauty Oil
@tatcha Violet C Radiance Mask
@beccacosmetics First Light Primer
@julepbeauty nail polish, Kaitlyn & Kemper

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Beauty, Cruelty Free, Purchased, QVC

IT Cosmetics favorites from QVC

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A few of my favorites from @itcosmetics including the exclusive super-size CC+ Cream from @qvc Bye Bye Pores Illumination Pressed Powder, Celebration Foundation, Je Ne Sais Quoi Color Awakening Hydrating Lip Treatments, Bye Bye Lines Serum, Brow Power Universal Pencil, Build-A-Brow 24hr Waterproof 5 in 1 Creme Gel Stain & Heavenly Skin-Smoothing Complexion Brush.  *I am not affiliated with IT Cosmetics. I purchased these products and all opinions are my own.*

 

FTC: This is not a sponsored review. I am not affiliated with IT Cosmetics. I purchased these products and all opinions are 100% honest and my own. My opinion and this review are based on my personal experience with the products mentioned.

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Beauty, K-Beauty, Purchased, Subscription Box

Julep Beauty July Maven Box

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Selected a few NEW ARRIVALS from @julepbeauty this month in my July Maven subscription box!🔥🔥🔥I am a sucker for lip products, so I had to have two of the new SO Plush Ultra Hydrating Lip Gloss’ in Vibes & Bestie… 💋 And, I added the Insta-Filter Invisible Finishing Powder too! I love these new products so much! Especially the lip glosses! I’m hooked 💜 Click here to get a FREE 5 pc Korean Skin Care beauty box and take the quiz to customize your Julep Maven monthly subscription box!

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