Latest Obsession: L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche Le Gloss

Meet my new lip gloss obsession: L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche Le Gloss. Apply lightly for a sheer wash and with a heavier hand for a more pigmented pucker. My favorite shades are Raspberry Splash and Plum Rush (which looks almost black in the tube but is the most gorgeous berry on your lips). The non-sticky formula conditions and hydrates with Omega 3, Vitamin E, and Argan Oil. Oh, and it smells like caramel. Get familiar.

It's on sale at right now at Target for $5.99.

Spotted at BigLots: ELF, Wet n Wild, Eco Tools, Jordana, Maybelline, Almay, Black Radiance

I hope everyone is having a great weekend! I just want to share with you all the makeup products I spotted at my local Big Lots yesterday. I was very excited when I found a  lot of drugstore makeup, especially Wet n Wild and ELF. Most came in a set under $5. They are great gifts for your friends, family members or yourself!

These photos were taken with my iPhone so the quality sucks O_o.

The first thing I saw was a huge display of all kinds of flavored lip balms. I've seen and sniffed all kinds, but I've never seen Peeps, a vanilla Marshmallow Cream scented lip balm. It sounds delicious doesn't it? I love Peeps! My family buys them for Easter for the children, but I'm the only one who really eats them ^_^.

a huge display of Wet n Wild, ELF, Eco Tools and other makeup brands.

This Mega Brilliance lip glosses are sooo pretty isn't it? You can see the multi colored shimmers in them.

So coo to find the Wet n Wild Color Icon Eye Shadow Trios.

ELF
There were a lot of super cheap eye shadow palettes.

ECO TOOLS

JORDANA
8 lipsticks for $5. What a steal!

MAYBELLINE








BLACK RADIANCE





ALMAY





MASCARAS







Canus Goat's Milk Body Wash. If you guys don't know, Canus have been around for a long time and they specialize in skin care products rich in proteins, vitamins, minerals and fresh goat's milk. I've tried their goat milk bar soap before and I like it a lot. It's creamy and refreshing.





Go to your local Big Lots and hopefully, you can spot the same stuff ^_^




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Thank you for those who entered my giveaway sponsored by Pink Dotties. I will announce the winners very soon! 

Haircolor Question & Answer Session with Jason Backe

Got haircolor questions? Well, don't miss this opportunity to get expert advice!

On Monday, May 2, 2011, join L'Oréal Professionnel and its fans on Facebook for a Question & Answer session on INOA and haircolor with L'Oréal Professionnel Celebrity Colorist (and my mane man), Jason Backe.

He will be answering questions posted throughout the day on the Discussions Tab. Get inside the mind of a celebrity colorist and find out some secrets he has up his sleeve.

It's sure to be a colorful conversation!

Makeup Goodies!!!

Look you guys, look what my best friend got me for my birthday. She got me a bunch of makeup! (and money hehe...) Whoa... what, I had a birthday? Yes I did lol. It was around the time when I got really sick. I don't really like to put my birthday on blast, especially that I'm getting older, that's why I didn't do a post about it ^_^

Anyway, it was so sweet of her to get me all these. She knows how much I love makeup, and I'm not picky at all. Drugstore or highend, I love them all. I'm not sure where she got them, but most of them are from the old makeup collection of Wet n' Wild, Tropez and L'Oreal! Man, I don't care because they're all suuuuper pretty, and I can't wait to try them all.

Wet n' Wild Diamond Brilliance Lip Sheen

Wet n' Wild Silk Finish Highlight and Contour Blush

Wet n' Wild Ultimate Brow Kit in dark brown and Tropez Exotic Eyes in Lady Love. I finally have this brow kit. I've been wanting to try this out for the longest time.



L'Oreal Wear Infinite Eye Shadow quad in Forest Light and Enchanted Bouquet. I've never tried L'Oreal quads before. I hope they're just as good as the HIP eyeshadow duos.



Wet n' Wild Lip Impressions in Modern Art and Art Nouveau



Wet n' Wild Glassy Gloss Lip Gel in Brazen Berry and Mega Plump mascara in Blackest Brown.



Have you tried any of these before? Let me know how you like them.

Makeup Mondays With Mario: Fill In The Beauty Blanks

Celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic is answering your burning beauty questions!!! Every Monday, he will answer a beauty/skin care question as part of a weekly column on Spoiled Pretty, Makeup Mondays with Mario.

This week, it's my turn to ask a question or two...or six. To mix it up, I've asked Mario to play a game of Fill In The Beauty Blanks...

1) The first beauty product I ever bought was a Stila brush - #15, I think.
2) My favorite drugstore beauty product is L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara in Carbon Black.
3) Every woman should own Eye M Glam highlighter.
4) Splurge on foundation and save your money on lip gloss/lipstick.
5) Shu Uemura Rouge Unlimited Lipstick in RD 165 is a universally flattering red lipstick.
6) La Mer, beautyblender, Dior are my three favorite beauty brands.

Got a question for Mario? Email your makeup and skin care queries to spoiledprettyquestions@gmail.com, and check back next Monday to read Mario's expert advice!

Makeup Mondays With Mario: How To Do Drugstore

Celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic is answering your burning beauty questions!!! Every Monday, he will answer a beauty/skin care question as part of a weekly column on Spoiled Pretty, Makeup Mondays with Mario.

Hi Mario,

I don't have a big budget for cosmetics, but it seems that most of the inexpensive products I buy don't look very good. Can you recommend some drugstore makeup that is comparable to department store makeup?

Thanks, Kourtney

Hi Kourtney,

When using drug store cosmetics, you should try switching up your technique and tools during application. An extra step or two should have you satisfied with the way your makeup looks. For example, a eyeshadow color that you love at the drugstore looks great in the package but when you bring it home and apply the color, it probably doesn't glide smoothly or evenly stick to your lids. In this case, make sure your lids are primed with a shadow base or a bit of your foundation/concealer and set them with loose powder. This will ensure a smooth and even application. Your brush should not be too "fluffy" unless you are blending so choose a shadow brush with shorter, firmer bristles and dab/press the shadow onto the lids a few times. Using a cream shadow first followed by a powder also works well and gives a richer look.

A tip for making inexpensive, hard liners easily glide on to give you nice pigment is to first heat them with a blow dryer or a lighter. You'd be surprised at how the texture of the pencil becomes rich and emollient. If you try this, please wait a few seconds before you apply the hot pencil to your face.

Drugstores do carry so many great makeup brands and products that are comparable to department store brands. L'Oreal True Match Foundation, Revlon lipstick, NYX shadows and blush and CoverGirl concealers are just a few of many, many good products that can be found in drugstores. Just like with inexpensive clothing or furniture, it takes more effort to make it look good but you learn so many tricks along the way.

Thanks for visiting Makeup Mondays with Mario!

xo,
Mario


Got a question for Mario? Email your makeup and skin care queries to spoiledprettyquestions@gmail.com, and check back next Monday to read Mario's expert advice!xo,

L'Oreal Infallible Stars Never Fail Lipcolour Giveaway!!!

L’Oréal Paris celebrity spokespeople inspire women everyday to embrace quality, sophistication and, most importantly, to remember that they are worth it. To celebrate these leading ladies and the product that redefined long-wear lipcolor, L’Oréal Paris launches Infallible Stars Never Fail Lipcolour, a new star-studded shade collection of Infallible Never Fail Lipcolour compacts personally selected by Beyoncé, Andie MacDowell, Diane Keaton, Eva Longoria Parker, Kate del Castillo and Linda Evangelista. This diverse group of women represents a range of ages, ethnicities and styles, ensuring all women can find a colour that makes them look and feel infallible.

Infallible Stars Never Fail Lipcolour offers rich, vibrant color, a long-lasting, comfortable finish. The innovative packaging holds two formulas together – the liquid basecoat and the balm topcoat – in a single compact that’s a modern work of art. Though small enough to fit in the tiniest of evening bags, Infallible Lip’s packaging doesn’t compromise on convenience for size. It features a built-in mirror, which makes it possible to apply the lipcolour even on-the-go, a real benefit for transfer-proof lipstick that requires careful application.

6 Celebrity Shades – 16 Hours of Fresh, Comfortable Color

Beyoncé (Beyoncé's Red)
International performer Beyoncé chose a dazzling Red reflective of her vibrant career as singer, songwriter, producer, visionary stage talent and actress. With this shade, she dares women to embrace self expression.

Andie MacDowell (Andie's Rose)
Actress Andie MacDowell embodies the “Because You’re Worth It” spirit with her vivid, feminine Berry lipcolour that brings out the confidence of any woman at every age.

Diane Keaton (Diane's Tuberose)
Acclaimed actress and Hollywood icon Diane Keaton opted for a sophisticated Tuberose shade that brightens her skintone and invites every woman to achieve the luminous, healthy glow she deserves.

Eva Longoria Parker (Eva's Caramel)
Known for her sizzling looks on and off the screen, Eva Longoria Parker chose a rich Caramel that complements her beautiful, coppery skin tone. With this colour, she invites all women to indulge their sultry side.

Kate del Castillo (Kate's Plum)
Kate del Castillo, one of Mexico’s most acclaimed actresses and a new addition to the L’Oréal Paris family now starring in the U.S., opted for her first product collaboration to be a sensual Plum to showcase her signature pout – and all others – with instant glamour.

Linda Evangelista (Linda's Beige)
World renowned supermodel Linda Evangelista knows what's in vogue – a sophisticated Beige lip. This fashion-forward shade brings instant elegance to any look.

L’Oréal Paris Infallible Stars Never Fail Lipcolour Compact Collection is available at chain drug, food and mass market retailers for $11.99 each. But this week, Spoiled Pretty is partnering with L'Oreal Paris and FIVE lucky winners will receive all six celeb-inspired shades!

Enter to win by leaving a message in the comments section. Make sure to leave your email or another way for me to get in touch, just in case you get lucky!

Contest is open to U.S. residents. The giveaway ends at noon (EST) on Sunday, August 15, 2010. Good luck!

L'Oreal Sublime Bronze One Day Tinted Gel

L'Oreal Sublime Bronze One Day Tinted Gel promises a natural looking, sun-kissed glow in a no-mistakes formula that lasts all day - but washes off with just soap and water. Does it deliver? Watch my video review to find out if you should stockpile or sidestep this new product!