My Favorite Cream Eyeshadow: L'Oreal Cream Shadow Paint

Are you on the hunt for a cream eyeshadow that last all day, does not crease, has high intensity color, bendable, and able to be used as a base or alone?  Look no further, L’Oreal Cream Paint is to the rescue.  I have been using this for about 4yrs and needless to say I absolutely love it.  Owning so much makeup has its downsides sometimes because often I have products and forget all about them and how much I loved them.  Last week I found these and fell in love all over again.  Sadly, they are discontinued and I wasn’t going to blog about them because I didn’t want to tease anyone.  However, they still can be found many places online.  I found them on www.target.com for $10.19 , also on Amazon for $5 (shipping included), and on eBay for various prices.

811 Commanding, 813 Witty, 817 Nervy, 809 Lofty

There is plenty of product in the container because I have been using the same ones for 4years.  Also remember a little goes a long way you only need a pimple size of product to cover the whole lid.  You must let it dry (takes about 2min or less) before rubbing your eyes or you are sure to have a mess.   They do come with a brush that is usable but I just prefer to use my fingers with these.  So if primers do not work for you well give these a shot.  They can also be worn alone for a pretty wash of color.  I own Commanding, Witty, Lofty, and Nervy.  My favorite is Nervy and it is perfect to use as a base for a lighter Smokey Eye look



Commanding, Witty, Nervy, Lofty
(Photo taken without primer & without flash)





Commanding, Witty, Nervy, Lofty
(photo taken w/flash & without primer)

I would defiantly rate these 5 out of 5.  Hurry and get them before their gone!!  Because this is a discontinued product so I do not think they are able to be purchased in-store anywhere but who knows you might get lucky.

Until Next time divas J



Note: there are 2 other colors available that I have not tried, Secretive & Steely

How to Series: How to choose a good powder foundation

Wherever you go to find a powder foundation be it the drugstore or your favorite cosmetic store/ beauty counter it can be quite confusing when it comes to foundations.  Here are some basic things to keep in mind when choosing one:

1) Do they carry a shade that matches my complection.  This seems like a no brainer but many times people go years wearing the wrong shade of powder and they often look gostly or extremly dark.  You always should pick a slightly lighter tone than your neckline for the winter and sometimes slightly darker for the summer

2) Does the brand cater to my skin type? Research, research, research!! Sometime powders will be better for dry skin, oily, etc..  Look for reviews they can make the world of difference.

3) Cost! Not everyone has the means to fork up $30 for a powder foundation...trust me there are some drugstore brands that will be dupes to high end brands you just may have to take a little extra time with your research but it will be worth it and your pockets will thank you.



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My pick: Loreal True Match Powder.  This creates a flawless matte finish that as they advertize is supper blendable.  It can provide up to medium coverage depending on application.  I always use with a concealer for under eye coverage.  It is very lightweight and creates a barely there feeling.  It is my go-to powder for the summer and even with heat and sweat it does not run at all. 

IMAN Second to None Cream Stick Foundaton: Pros, Cons & Review



IMAN Second to None Cream Stick Foundation
Price: Walmart $13.37  Walgreens $15.99

Curiosity was getting the best of me and I just had to try a cream stick foundation.  I had heard things about the IMAN cosmetics line which caters to women of color.  That is one thing that I love in a cosmetic company, variety when it comes to shades of foundation.  I also wanted to try a cream stick foundation. 
-For those who do not like liquid or powder foundation this may be perfect for you.
-I highly recommend if you like foundations that provide complete coverage.  It has a creamy texture that does not have that heavy feeling. 

While I do not like it so much for myself (a bit more coverage than I like to wear) I do recommend trying.  The only negative I see is it is a bit hard to evenly spread without looking clownish.  I recommend spreading with a flat top foundation brush buy spreading product on the brush vs using stick straight to your face and/or a good foundation brush will work with the same technique especially to get in places close to your eyes and nose...this way will allow you to get an even spread and is also more hygienic.  It can also be depotted to use (shoot me a comment if you want to know how).  This one I have to say is up to matter of opinion and taste. 

This is the full size of amount of product

I will say this was a bit hard to find.  I went to a few drugstores and walmarts before I finally found it at Walmart.  They didn't have many left on the shelf...Popular product I'm guessing??

Swatch of coverage

Recommended tools to use with this foundation:
-ELF studio line flat top powder brush (purchase at http://www.eyeslipsface.com/ or target)
-Sonia Kashuk Foundation brush (available for purchase at target stores and online http://www.target.com/)
(there are others that will work but I'm giving you the least expensive for the quality for all you bargain hunters)