Target Beauty Bag is Back!

Hey guys! So, my Internet is down again :( (posting this from my phone, which is quite annoying might I add...) so, since I can't do a real post with photos and such, I just wanted to let you guys know that Target is doing their "beauty is my bag" (I think that's what it's called) again! I know a lot of people missed out on it last time so maybe you will be able to grab it this time before it's gone! Just go here (if that doesn't work I apologize, I'm not used to trying to do this on my phone! Just google target samples and it should come up!) and fill out the form! This one looks to be better than the last, to me at least. I promise to get back to regular posting once my Internet is fixed, they should be here sometime this week I hope! Until next time, <3 Rebecca

Review: MakeUp ForEver Mat Velvet +

Hello Lovelies! Today I will be reviewing the Make Up For Ever Mat Velvet + Foundation... (this has been sitting in my drafts for quite awhile, simply because I just can't find the proper words to describe it. So forgive me in advance for the poor job I know I will do :)

1. Price - It is a bit pricey at $34. But I bought it around March, and I've only used about half of it. So it does last quite a while, so you are getting your moneys worth. 
2. Formula - It's hard to explain... It's thick, but blendable. Like, it isn't one of those thick ones that when you put it on your face, you have to blend straight away or it dries. (I think I'm making it more confusing that it should be...) A little goes a long way with this foundation! 
3. Coverage - It is definitely a full-coverage foundation! But it's not super cakey. It covers all you need covered, but it leaves a natural looking finish. I don't wear concealer with this foundation. After I apply it, if there are any spots that need more coverage, I just add a tiny bit more over it and it covers perfectly!
4. Does it last? - Yes! It definitely lasts all day! Which is saying something for me, since my skin has a tendency to get oily throughout the day and my makeup usually sweats off. 
5. Application - For me, it works best applying it with my fingers. I tried applying it with the Sigma f80, but it just seemed to use more product than necessary, and I didn't get as good of coverage with it. But if you don't like applying foundation with your fingers, I'm sure you could make it work with a brush/sponge. I just prefer my fingers :)
6. Where to buy - as far as I know, Sephora is the only place that sells this (other than sites like Amazon and Ebay) Since I don't live near a Sephora (insert pity here, lol.) I ordered mine online. I was a bit iffy about picking out foundation online, but they have really nice descriptions that helped me pick out the perfect shade! (#30, Porcelain)

So, final thoughts? I love this foundation! When I first bought it, I said I wasn't going to repurchase since it was so high, but after using it for so long and seeing how long one bottle lasts, I think I will be buying this again when I run out!  Have you tried this foundation? If so, what did you think of it? See you next time! <3 Rebecca

Mask Week! Day 5

Hello Ladies! So today is the final day of Mask Week! I really enjoyed doing this because it has helped me stay on track and not be a blog slacker :) If you want me to do another "week" of certain products, let me know and I promise to do it if I can! So for today, I will be reviewing the Freeman Clay Mask Mint & Lemon

I know you're probably thinking I am obsessed with this brand, lol. I bought all the others because they had a big display of them, and I remembered using them as a kid and wanted to see how they worked now. This one, I bought a while back because they had it on clearance... not sure why though, cause it says "new" on the bottle. And the only other mask brands I own are the Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask, which I'm sure everything either owns or has at least read a review about, and the Formula 10.0.6 Deep Down Detox which I have already semi-reviewed in a Favorites post. But anyways, onto the actual review...

1. Scent - I was a bit worried about the lemon scent. Lemon is one of those scents that can either be awesome or horrible (in my opinion). Then mixed with mint (which I feel the same way about as I do lemon) I was definitely worried. But it's not that bad. To me, it kind of smells like a lemon scented bathroom cleaner. But not in a bad way, lol. 
2. Formula - It feels like any other clay mask I've tried (I'm starting to realize that all clay masks are pretty much the same, haha). And it has the same green color than a lot of other clay masks have. But it seems like this one gets tighter (not in a bad way) than the others I've tried. I think it shrinks my pore size better than others too. I also like that it doesn't have the burning effect that most other mint masks have on me. It says on the back, "Helps control oil production and reduce the appearance of large pores. Perfect for t-zone and oily skin types." I have combination skin, and it doesn't over-dry my "dry parts", so I would think this would be a good buy even for those with dry skin, if you have larger pores.

So all in all what do I think of this mask? I love it! I think it is my favorite one that I own :) I actually have it on my face while I am typing this review, haha. This will definitely be a repurchase when I run out!

Mask Week! Day 4

Hello!! Today I will be reviewing the Freeman Enzyme Mask Pineapple...

If you are wondering what an Enzyme mask is supposed to do, (like me, who only bought it because I saw "ananas" and thought it said "bananas", and was all like "ooh, I like banana's. I'll get this one!" Then to get home and realize it says ananas, and have no clue what ananas are, but decide to just use the mask anyway...) It says it restores radiant skin. Then on the back, it says "gently exfoliates while lightly moisturizing, leaving your skin soft, supple and younger-looking" So, now that you know what is it supposed to do, here is what it did...

1. Scent - I must admit, I am not a huge fan of pineapple. And while in the packaging, it does have a semi-strong pineapple scent. But when applied to the face, it doesn't have a smell at all. Kinda like plastic, but definitely not pineapple.
2. Formula - It is sort of a watery and gel-like in consistency, but it has small exfoliating grains in it. It kind of reminds me of a face wash. It is clear, which I am not a fan of. When it dries, you can't see it on your face,and it just feels like your skin is really rough (exfoliating grains)

When washed off, it turns back into a gel, and it rinses off very easily :) But I noticed no "radiant, younger looking skin". I mean obviously I wasn't expecting to look younger, but I did expect to see some difference in my skin. But it looked just the same as when I had applied the mask :( The only difference was my face seemed more oily than usual. This one sort of reminded me of the hydrating one but with exfoliators in it. To be honest, I was not a fan. I don't think I will be repurchasing this one again. But it might work for someone with drier skin. It just wasn't for me. Don't forget to come back tomorrow for Day 5!   <3Rebecca

Mask Week! Day 3

Hello :) Today is Day 3 of Mask Week! If you missed the first two, you can find them here and here...
Today I will be reviewing the Freeman Anti-Stress Mask with Dead Sea Minerals...

Sorry for the horrible glare, my flash would not cooperate :(

 

1. Scent - First of all, it was not at all what I was expecting. I had imagined "dead sea minerals" to smell very earthy or even herbal. But to me, it smelled like Sweet Pea. Seriously, just straight up Bath and Body Works Sweet Pea. Which to me, is not a bad thing, seeing as that is my favorite scent. But I can see where others may not like it, so if you are not a Sweet Pea fan I definitely do not recommend this mask.
2. Formula - The formula of it is just like any other clay mask to me, but unlike any other mask I've tried, It's bright blue! Like it matches the packaging. I was pleasantly surprised :) When it dried, it was more of a teal color, but it could vary depending on skin tone.

I don't really have that much to say about this mask... I loved the scent and the color, but other than that, it worked just like any other clay mask I've tried. I will definitely finish it up, and I will probably repurchase it just because I like the smell :) But if you don't like Sweet Pea, I don't recommend getting it, seeing as you can get something that works just the same in another scent. I didn't notice any "anti-stress" properties either... But overall, I liked it. I just don't think this is a mask for everyone. Hope you enjoyed this review, and I will see you tomorrow for day 4! <3 Rebecca
 

Mask Week! Day 2

Hello! It is Day 2 of Mask Week :) If you missed yesterday's post, you can view it here...
Today I will be reviewing the Freeman Facial Hydration Mask!

1. Formula - This is the weirdest mask I have ever tried! It feels kind of like a gel when you are applying it, it's kind of thick but not gooey feeling. You only need a very small amount, and it glides onto your skin very smoothly. It doesn't really dry (like a clay mask would) it more just absorbs into your skin like a lotion. Once it dries, which it does very quickly, it doesn't even feel like you have anything on your face, your skin just feels soft. You can't even see it on your skin, it just looks as if your face is slightly shiny. I left it on for about 10 minutes, then rinsed it off. Once it gets wet, it turns back into a gel consistency. One thing I didn't like about it was that it was hard to tell if I rinsed it all off because it wasn't visible.
2. Scent - It says on the packaging that it contains Goji Berry. I must admit that I have no clue what this is, but it has a nice fruity scent :) It sort of reminded me of pomegranate mixed with some tangy citrus scent (I can't place it and it's driving me insane)
3. After effects - My skin felt really soft, and my moisturizer glided onto my face really nicely, I only needed about half the amount I usually use. After a few hours though, my face started getting kind of oily. I don't know if it was the actual product, or the fact that my skin isn't very dry in the Summer (especially in this 200 degree Louisiana weather...)

So, would I use it again? Maybe in the Winter if my skin is really dry. I didn't really notice it being much more moisturizing than any of the other masks I tried (except for making my skin oily). I really enjoyed the application/experience of this mask, but not so much the final results, or at least not for the Summer. Have you tried this mask? If so, how did it react with your skin? Stay tuned for Day 3 tomorrow!!! <3 

Mask Week! Day 1

Hello Darlin's (it's been a long tiiiiiiiiime, you're just as lovely... :-p) Sorry for the lack of posting lately, but this time it wasn't laziness! I recently bought some of the Freeman Face Masks, and instead of just reviewing them as I used them (which would result in lazy posting) I decided to have a Mask Week! By giving it a name, I'm making it sound all fancy, but basically, instead of reviewing them as a whole I will be reviewing one a day all this week :) But I only have 4, so I might just review some other masks I own to make up for the lost days... But without further ado, may I present the first contender for Mask Week 2011...

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The first mask I will be reviewing is the Freeman Detoxifying Chocolate & Strawberry Face Mask (sorry about the photo quality, the only photo I had of it was a "group photo" after I had already used it once, so I had to crop it out of the pic because I already finished it and threw the package away :( also, about 2 weeks after I bought this one, they changed the packaging, which is why this one looks old and the others will look newer)

1. Scent - This smells absolutely amazing!!!! I usually hate chocolate scented things, but this smells super delicious. I think it might be the strawberry that counteracts it or something, not really sure. All I know is that I want to lick my face when this is on
2. Formula - It looks kinda gross when you squeeze it out. It looks like mud. It's not very dark though... when you apply it (or on me at least) you can't even really see it, it just blends in with my skin color. It feels kinda chunky, too. Once it dries, it lightens up in color and you can actually see it on your face. The actual formula feels like any other clay mask I've tried (except for the chunkiness). Once it dries, I just rinse it off, then wipe my face with a wet washcloth :) 
3. Does it work? - After I wash it off, my face feels super clean. But not over dried. My pores do look a lot smaller, but after about 2 days they go back to normal. Which is how I think every mask does, or the ones that I've tried at least. My face feel super soft, and my moisturizer seems to sink in so much better :)
4. Price - I think they are well worth the money. Seeing as they are less than $2 (at my Wal-Mart) and I think I got 4 uses out of this one. I'm sure you can buy it in an actual bottle somewhere, but my store only has these little packets. (I do have the full sized bottle of a different mask and I think it was around $4)

So what is my overall opinion? I love this mask! Even if it didn't work well, I think I would still use it for the smell. But I love the way it makes my skin feel! I am super sad that I ran out of it and I will definitely be picking another one up next time I go to Wal-Mart. This one definitely gets a thumbs up from me!! Have you tried this mask? If so, what did you think of it? And don't forget to come back tomorrow for Day 2!   <3 Rebecca