Midnight Wink

If you have been to a Winners or Marshalls store lately (or TJ Maxx in the States), you may have notice an influx of high-end beauty brands. Specifically, I have seen items from Anastasia Beverly Hills, Too Faced, Kat Von D, Kevin Aucoin, MAC, Bobbi Brown, Lipstick Queen, Dior, Burberry, and more. Not to mention a wide range of fragrance, skincare, and haircare. These products are the real deal - they are usually from past seasons or overstock.  The trouble with purchasing makeup products at these stores can be due to hygenic issues. Often time when you find a coveted item, it has been opened and swatched. Some products are easy to tell if they have been dipped into, such as cream products or powders. Some products, like liquid lipsticks or mascara, are not. Personally I wouldn't suggest picking up these products if they do not have a protective wrapping and look like they've been tampered with. Use your discretion.  A brand that I have seen consistently from store-to-sto...

ColourPop recently launched two new lip formulas, the Blotted Lip and the Ultra Blotted Lip . The Blotted Lip was originally introduced with the Alexis Ren Collection in February, and the Ultra Blotted Lip is new for Summer 2017. I purchased Deja Vu when the Alexis Ren collection launched, and immediately loved the formula. When I heard the were expanding the line and even introducing a liquid version, I had to try them!  Clockwise from top right: Zuma Ultra Blotted Lip, Deja Vu Blotted Lip, Cherry on Top Ultra Blotted Lip, Candyfloss Blotted Lip. Lets start with the blotted lips. They retail for $5 USD each from the ColourPop website, and are available in 11 colours. Three of these 11 colours are from the Alexis Ren collection and come in the black packaging. The blotted lip has a creamy formula that is very comfortable to wear. It goes on semi-sheer and is build able to achieve the intensity that you want. They have a matte finish that feels almost powdery, and softly r...