Review: Rimmel Exaggerate Undercover Shadow Primer

 

 

 

This is a new eye shadow primer  from Rimmel. I currently use NYX's HD Primer, but I was running low, and had a coupon, so I decided to try out Rimmel's primer. The claims of this primer are as follows:

1) Allows shadow to wear up to 7 hours

2) Instantly smoothes and preps lids

3) Makes your color smudge-proof

 

I decided to compare the Rimmel and NYX primers. On my right eye (your left), I have Rimmel and on my left eye (your right) I have NYX.

The picture below was taken at 7:00 am.

 

 

The picture above was taken the same day, at 5:00 pm.

 

 

So which one do I prefer?

The price of the primers are about the same around $6-$7 depending on where you go.

I think that both primers did a good job helping the shadows pop more, as well as helped keep them on the eye. I typically use a primer and a base when applying shadows, but I wanted to just use the primer, and I think that both performed well. I was wearing a $2 trio from e.l.f. and the shadows themselves are not the greatest quality, but I think both primers help them look great.

 

As far as which I can recommend it depends on your preference. The NYX goes on more wet and helps the eye shadow stick a bit better. Whereas the Rimmel primer is a silicone based primer and therefore has a very smooth texture. It is also white, where as the NYX is more of a cream color.

 

Final Verdict:

In person, I thought that the NYX side looked smoother and the shadow applied more evenly, but in pictures, both sides look the same. Both did well as far as lasting for a long time. I was very impressed by the Rimmel, but I think that I like the texture of the NYX primer.

 

If you have tried either of these out, let me know your thoughts!

Sorry

I know I have been away for a while. I have been caught up with school and a new job, but I will hopefully be posting two reviews on some new products I have been trying out.

Someone also suggested that I do a review on some BB Creams, which I will also do a quick post for.


See you soon!

WnW "Nude Awakening" Tutorial

I recently posted a review of the LE Spring eye shadow palettes from Wet n' Wild. Along with the review, I posted looks for each palette and someone requested that I do a walk through of the look from the "Nude Awakening" palette.

The picture tutorial is from completely bare eye, to complete with mascara and eyeliner.

 

 

 

 

It is always important to apply a primer to the lid. I use NYX HD primer and then I applied a base using Urban Decay shadow pencil in Sin, but a cheaper alternative would be a Milani Shadow Eyez pencil in "Champagne Toast", or for a matte option, "Almond Cream".



On the left you will see what primer and base looks like on the lid.

 

 

 

  I put this warm brown in to the crease as a transition color. 

 

 

I mixed the colors above and applied them in the crease and blended it out.

I then reapplied the warm brown in the crease to further blend everything together.

I also reapplied the lid color in order to make sure it was nice a metallic.

 

I applied the matte cream on the brow bone and a cream colored eyeliner to the waterline in order to make the eyes look brighter.

 

I took the brow bone and eyelid shadows on the right and applied it on the lash line with an angled brush.

 

I then applied a black liquid eyeliner and winged it out.

 

After applying the liner to both eyes, the last step was applying mascara.

 

 

And the final look (excuse the wet hair, I had just stepped out of the shower).

Review: Wet n' Wild LE "Spring Foward" Collection

 

"Nude Awakening" (L) "Going in the Wild" (R)

 

"Going in the Wild"

"Nude Awakening"


These two palettes came out around April/May. I had looked everywhere for them, but never had any luck. At the beginning of July, I decided to search my local Rite Aid for some deal that they had going on. While I was there I almost jumped for joy when I saw that they had both of these palettes! Apparently, they have re-released these. I am not sure how long they will be available in stores, but I would definitely recommend checking them out.

                               

"Nude Awakening" on lids

"Nude Awakening" with flash

"Nude Awakening" without flash

 

 

"Nude Awakening" is probably my favorite of the two palettes. The colors are more wearable, not to mention the pigmentation is better than "Going in the Wild". Most of the shades are shimmery but all of them look gorgeous on the lid. I got several compliments on the look above.

"Going in the Wild" without flash



 

 

Again, most of these are shimmery, but they are not as pigmented as the other palette. The colors look beautiful in the pan, and even swatched, but when applied, you have to really pack on the color. I think that the colors are fun, but had I known about pigmentation, I think I would have passed.

 

"Going in the Wild" with flash

 

"Going in the Wild" on the lids


Both of these palettes have some hits and misses, but "Nude Awakening" has way more hits than misses, the same cannot be said for "Going in the Wild" unfortunately.

Be sure to check your local Rite Aid for these LE shadows and buy the one you feel suits you the best.

I LOVE WnW LE anything, so I knew I had to have these, are you the same way?

Empties Video: Part 1/2

I recently finished up some products and decided to make a couple videos talking about the products that I had used and whether or not I would repurchase them again.

I think this is a really good way to get a lot of information out at one time and it can be really helpful if you were thinking about trying some new stuff.  The first video I am linking is part one of the series, and focuses on body and hair products, and the second focuses on makeup products.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skIs8qg0GRk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khzxPQ1KcTI

Rant/ Vlog on Physician's Formula

Hey guys! So I know I have not posted anything in a while, but I just moved, and started a new school term so I have been a bit busy. This post is going to be the first of hopefully many where I have a video attached.

 

I was inspired the other day to make a video on my opinion of other people's opinions on PF and how you can get some great deals at the drugstore. Check it out!

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckApXymSnAA&feature=youtu.be

Physicians Formula "Circle RX" vs "Conceal RX"

I recently decided that I would try a concealing product from Physicians Formula (PF). I bought the "Circle RX" a few weeks back when there was a deal at CVS. This week, they had another deal where if you spend $10, you get $7 Bucks back, so I decided I would get the "Conceal RX" so that I can review both, and see what the differences are.

 

 

Below: Conceal RX on my right eye, nothing on the left

 

As you can see, even though this isn't the lightest shade, it shows up very light on my already fair skin.

 

 

On the right eye, Conceal RX, on the left eye, Circle RX.

 

Overall, the look of both of these concealers, are very similar, and they are both in the same shade. The Conceal RX has a more matte finish, and is a lot thicker.

 

The Circle RX is more moisturizing, but does not last as long as the Conceal RX.

 

With both formulas, a little goes a long way which is nice.

 

They are both around $10 at the drugstore.

 

I would have to say that both of these products are comparable, but I will have to work more with the Conceal RX to make a final verdict, but I think that the matte formula will suite me better given my oily skin, but the Circle RX is good for the summer.

 

If you have any other questions about this product, please ask!

 

Till next time!