TARTE-CARRIED AWAY COLLECTOR'S SET

I love this time of year for shopping becuase there are so many good deals out there. I was in Sephora a while ago and I purchased the TARTE CARRIED AWAY COLLECTOR'S SET. I wanted to use the entire set before blogging about it...AND THAT TOOK A LONG WHILE! The set contains 36 eyeshadows, 8 maracuja lip glosses, 1 amazonian clay 12-hour blush in "Adventurous," 1 amazonian clay finishing powder, 1 travel size mascara and, 1 domed brush.

I ABSOLUTELY loved the eyeshadows in this set. There is a collection of both matte and shimmery shadows in a veriety of shades. The texture of the shadows is almost creamy, they are so soft and have a good color payoff. While there are other palettes ot there that have BETTER color pay off, I was no disappointed with these shadows.

I have to be honest and state that I have never tried the TARTE lip glosses before so I was a bit worried about the formula when I purchased the set. I cannot stand lip glosses that are too sticky, which is why I usually wear lipstick or lip stains. I was plesantly suprised that these lip glosses had a smooth, and VERY PIGMENTED, formula. I found that all of the colors are very wearable.

The clay finishing powder was nice to have but I dont really get much use out of it. The mascara was a nice addition to the set. I liked the formula and I love travel size mascaras as I enjoy trying new formulas before purchasing a full size product that I may not like. The TARTE mascara was really nice and did add length and volume to my lashes. I will repurchase this mascara at a full size.

AND FINALLY... THE AMAZONIAN CLAY BLUSH!!!! There is not enough that I can say about this product to do it justice. It is my FAVORITE blush today! The color is absolutely beautiful! It is always hard for me to find a rose colored blush that looks good on my olive skin tone. This shade is PERFECT! It gives the most beautiful color to my cheeks. I recommend this blush to anyone and everyone! I went back to Sephora a week after trying this product to purchase it in a full size, but I was unsuccessful in finding a full size blush in "Adventurous." :(

In all, I do recomment this set. I think that it would make a wonderful gift for yourself. It is currently at Sephora on special for $54, which is a very good price for all that you get.

November Favorites!!!

So I have discovered a new obsession this month. SLATKIN & CO CANDLE in SANDALWOOD VANILLA! This is such an amazing scent!!! I don't even know how to describe it. It is warm an cozy. It is not too sweet or smell like food, as I cannot stand those scents. Burning 1 of the 3-wick candles will fill my house with amazing fragrance, WITHOUT being too over powering in the room that it is burning.

My next favorite is the Revlon Colorstay Foundation in True Beige. This foundation has the lasting power and a medium-full coverage. This product has the staying power that  I need in my 14hr work days! The finish is flattering to any skin type. It does not get too dry and look caked on, while at the same time it does not make my T-zone look like an oil slick!

Another makeup favorite is NYX Blush in "PINCHED." I have heard of it compared to NARS "orgasm," however I like the NYX better. It is so pigmented, so you do not need to be heavy handed with this product. It gives a beautiful healthy glow to the skin. I have worn this blush almost EVERY DAY since I got it.

For clothing I am really enjoying my riding boots and long cardigan sweaters. I have been wearing wither my black or brown riding boots almost every day! I think that this look is very fall and winter looking, especially when paired together with leggings and a long shirt. REMEMBER my rule with leggings ad jeggings. Your butt must ALWAYS be covered!!!

For something that is not beauty related...this month I have been addicted to my new Kindle Fire! With the weather being so cold I have been enjoying curling up with my blanket, hot chocolate (or tea), my cat, and reading a good book! I have been spending ALL day like this on the weekends.

My favorite food of the month (and to be honest...all year long!) is PACIFIC ORGANICS SOUP. The Santa Fe Chicken is sooo good but the BEST one is the Pablano Pepper and Corn Chowder. I have literally been eating this almost everyday! I really recommend that everyone tries this sup. It warms you up on a cold day. (No that I am hungry I will probably heat up a bowl for lunch!)

A newly discovered favorite for the end of November has been STARBUCKS Hazelnut Hot Chocolate. This drink tastes just like Nutella! It is just the perfect winter treat! I HIGHLY recommend that everyone at least tries this drink. I have tried it at Moxie Java but it was disgusting! If you try it it has to be from STARBUCKS!