Scooby Doo Camp Scare!

Hey everyone!

If you're staying in this Halloween, then Scooby Doo's new movie, Camp Scare, will be perfect for the whole family to watch!

XoXo,

Whitney

Smashbox #1 Powder Brush Review!

Hey everyone!

This is a review on the Smashbox Cosmetics’ #1 Powder Brush.

This makeup brush is wonderful! It’s super soft and smooth, and feels as if I’m moving a powder puff along my skin.

I use it to apply my mineral foundation, bronzer, blush, and highlight. It works fantastically; because the brush gathers just the right amount of product to use on my face, without leaving a heavy cakey appearance.

I love the classy and sophisticated appearance of Smashbox’s #1 Powder brush. Whenever I use it, I feel as if I’m pampering myself! Moreover, I haven’t had a single bristle fallout from this brush!

This brush retails for $48.00, but I purchased it on sale for $24.00.

Pros:

~Extremely soft bristles

~Sturdy handle

~No bristle fallout

~Classy and sophisticated appearance

Cons:

~Absolutely none!

Overall, I rate the #1 Powder brush at 5 out of 5 sugarcubes! This brush is perfect to achieve flawless beauty!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: I purchased this product with my own money!

Smashbox #3 Blending Brush Review!

Hey everyone!

This is a review on the Smashbox Cosmetics’ #3 Blending Brush.

Sadly, there are those reviews that are not good, and this is one of them. I thought adding Smashbox’s #3 Blending brush to my brush collection seemed like a great idea. It looked as if it would be the perfect brush to use when applying eye shadows. However, I was sadly mistaken because it did not live up to my expectations. Smashbox’s #3 Blending brush left my eye colors muddy, and even lost some of its bristles!

I purchased Smashbox’s # 3 Blending brush on sale directly from Smashbox.com. I had 30 days to return the brush for an exchange or full refund with no questions asked. I have not done so because their return policy did not include return shipping. They recommend returning the merchandise UPS ground insured, or use US Postal Service insured ground shipment because they are not responsible for items lost in the mail. This remedy would not be cost effective for me because by the time I mailed it, I would come close to paying full retail for it.

This product retails for $32.00, but I purchased it on sale for $16.00.

Pros:

~None

Cons:

~Does not blend eye shadows well

~Loses bristles

~Handle is not as sturdy as other brushes

Overall, I rate the Smashbox’s #3 Blending brush at 1 out of 5 sugarcubes. I found it very disappointing that Smashbox would offer such a low quality product. Regrettably, I would not be able to recommend it.

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: I purchased this product with my own money.

~Boo Beverage!~

Hey everyone!

I found this delicious recipe, and thought I would share!

Boo Beverage

Ingredients:

~2 cups orange juice

~2 cups milk

~2 pints orange sherbet

~4 ripe bananas

~2 cups whipped topping

~18 mini chocolate chips

Directions:

~In four batches, process the orange juice, milk, sherbet and bananas in a blender until smooth. Pour into glasses. Cut a hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; fill with whipped topping. Pipe a ghost shape on top of each beverage. Position chocolate chips for eyes. 

XoXo,

Whitney

~Sweet Treats Haul!~

Hey everyone!

I came across this awesome company called Moon's Harvest on the internet, and  just had to pamper myself, with some of their amazing handmade treats!

When I received my box, everything was packaged to perfection!

This delicious bath bomb is called Mexican Fried Ice Cream! I swear this bath bomb actually looks like fried ice cream and smells yummy!  $3.85

Moon Glo Bubble Cake in the scent Not Guilty! This little beauty has become an instant favorite of mine!  If anyone has trouble sleeping, I suggest buying this lovely smelling bubble cake. After a few whiffs, you will feel relaxed, and drift off to Dream Land.  $4.65

Another gorgeous bath bomb, in the scent Toasted Marshmallow! It smells just like a creamy marshmallow that has been toasted over an open fire! Good Memories!  $3.85

Sugar Whip Body Scrub in the scent Pumpkin Vanilla with cinnamon' sprinkled over the top!  Mmm!  Where's my spoon? $11.50

Whipped Soy Body Mousse in the scent Cane Sugar is a natural, light scent, that will be perfect after a soothing soak, in the tub! All I need is a cherry on top!  $12.50

By far, the cutest product I've seen in a long time, and I  know it's going to make bath time even more fun! This Bath Shooter in a shot glass, in the scent Smooth Operator, has adorable layers and added sprinkles on top!  $4.75

La Tub Truffle in the scent White Lotus! It looks just like a giant truffle, Godiva eat your heart out!  $3.25

The Bath Shake in the scent Purple Hooter (Grape), just might be the best bath product, I have ever seen!  It is a two-part bath bomb! The bottom section of this delicious treat is the bubble bath, while the top adds moisture and softness! I can use it separately or together! I am so excited to try this out!  $8.65

Move over Lush because there's a new bubble bar in town! Moon's Harvest is my new Bath and Body Shop. I can enjoy these scrumptious delights without the guilt of calories!

XoXo,

Whitney

~Smashbox's Brit Rock Style Kit!~

Hey everyone!

Smashbox Cosmetics has a limited edition beauty kit inspired by Florence! She is the biggest indie-rock sensation to hit the music scene in years has picked her Smashbox favorites, and we’re packing them up in a chic little bag for you! Don’t miss your chance to grab this star-worthy kit with everything you’ll need to create Florence’s go-to look—think jet-black eyes, neutral cheeks and crimson lips.

What's included:

~Limitless Eye Liner in Onyx - Black

~Blush Rush in Bare - Cool Dusty Rose

~Bionic Mascara in Jet Black - Black

~Photo Finish Lipstick in Legendary - True Red

You can find out more on Smashbox's website!

XoXo,

Whitney

~Giveaway Winner!~

Hey everyone!

I want to thank everyone who entered my giveaway! This has been my best one so far with 5 entries!

By using www.randomizer.org, I have randomly drawn a winner!

Congratulations Lexy! 

Please e-mail me your shipping information, so that I can mail out your prize!

Remember, I will have another giveaway around the holidays, so make sure to check back and enter then!

XoXo,

Whitney

~Bootacular Giveaway!~

Hey everyone!

Welcome to my Bootacular Giveaway! This giveaway is celebrating Sugar Me Sweet's One Year Anniversary, My 20th Follower, and Fall!

One lucky reader will win the following prizes!

Rimmel London Natural Bronzer!

The Giving Earth Natural Lip Shimmer in Berry!

Sinful Colors Nail Polish in the shade Cloud 9! (It's the perfect shimmering orange for Fall!)

The Rules:

~Open to anyone living in the US, 18 years or older. If you are not 18, you must have your parental permission to enter the giveaway!

~Giveaway will end on October 10, 2010 at 11:59 pm EST.

~To Enter: Leave a comment on this post, telling me what you like best about this blog!

~Winner will be chosen at random using www.randomizer.org

~The winner will have 24 hours to e-mail me their mailing address. If I have not received the mailing address within 24 hours, a new winner will be chosen!

Good Luck!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: I purchased all the prizes myself!

~Smashbox Cosmetics' Eye Lights Review!~

Hey everyone!

This is a review on the Smashbox Cosmetics’ Eye Lights in the shade Flash!

Smashbox’s Eye Lights in Flash is a gorgeous eye shadow trio containing the colors: peachy pink, shimmering burgundy, and mossy green. These eye shadows are silky in texture, and blend on my lids evenly. The colors can be used individually as a wash over, or all together to create a soft shimmering smoky eye. My favorite technique is to use the peachy pink as a highlight, the shimmering burgundy as an all over lid color, and the mossy green in my crease.

I love Eye Lights all-in-one high quality packaging. What’s even more fantastic is that I get three gorgeous complimenting eye shadows, a large mirror, and a dual end sponge-tip/liner applicator! It’s perfect to always have in my purse, makeup bag, or even travel bag. The only downside to the packaging is that it can get smudgy with a lot of use.

This product retails for $34.00.

Pros:

~Gorgeous colors

~Shimmer lasts with the shadows

~No fall out

~Lasts all day when used with primer

~Comes with a great applicator

~Portable

Cons:

~Case can get smudgy with use

Overall, I rate this product at 5 out of 5 sugarcubes! Flash is a perfect color combination that gives your eyes a sexy pop of color!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Smashbox Cosmetics sent me this product to review. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their products. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

~Smashbox Cosmetics' Cream Eye Liner Review!~

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This is a review on the Smashbox Cosmetics’ Cream Eye Liner in the shades Midnight Brown, Lava, and Picasso!

 ~Lava

~Midnight Brown

~Picasso

These cream liners from Smashbox are wonderful! They have a smooth velvety texture, which lasts all day, and doesn’t smear. I just love the gorgeous colors that these eye liners come in. My favorite way to wear them is along my upper lash line, or as a base on my lid. I find that by using the cream liners as a base, my eye shadow appears more vibrant and richer in color.

From Top to Bottom:

~Picasso

~Lava

~Midnight Brown

This product retails for $22.00.

Pros:

~Smooth, creamy texture

~Lasts all day

~Doesn’t smear

~Gorgeous color

Cons:

~None!

Overall, I rate this product at 4.75 out of 5 sugarcubes! Smashbox’s Cream Liners are great to use when you want your eyes to be lined with color!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Smashbox Cosmetics sent me these products to review. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their products. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

~Smashbox Cosmetics' Cooling Tint Review!~

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This is a review on the Smashbox Cosmetics’ Backdrop Cooling Tint in the shade 4!

Smashbox’s Cooling Tint in the shade 4 is perfect to wear alone, underneath, or over foundation! The semi liquid formula can be messy, but the consistency allows me to apply it quickly and evenly. Sometimes I just like to change things up a bit, so I apply Smashbox Photo Finish Primer first, and then add the tint. Either way, my skin is left feeling light, refreshed, moisturized, and super soft. I have found that my fingers are the best and easiest way to apply it.

I am also keen on Smashbox using a SPF 15, because it helps to keep my skin protected from the sun! What’s more is that it smells delicious, I can actually image lying on the beach, as the aroma of coconut, salty air, and sunscreen captivates my senses.

This product retails for $32.00.

Pros:

~Light weight feel

~Sheer coverage

~Cooling sensation

~SPF 15

~Delicious “at-the-beach” scent

Cons:

~Can be messy when applying due to thin consistency

~It is discontinued, but I know you can find it available at certain online sites

Overall, I rate this product at 4.25 out of 5 sugarcubes! Whether the scent, or the actual product, it’s perfect to always keep close by when your skin needs an instant pick-me-up!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Smashbox Cosmetics sent me this product to try and review on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their products. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

~Smashbox Cosmetics' Photo Finish Primer Review!~

Hey everyone!

This is a review on the Smashbox Cosmetics’ Photo Finish Foundation Primer!

Smashbox’s Photo Finish Primer is great to use alone, or underneath any foundation. Since a little goes a long way, only use one or two pumps! The formulation of this product leaves my skin feeling silky smooth, nourished, and moisturized all in one! Still, I have noticed that after a few hours, my foundation will wear off in oily areas.

I adore the packaging of the Smashbox primer with its convenient, airless pump, which allows for easy dispensing. The product itself is small enough to be carried in any makeup bag, purse, or overnight bag!

This product retails for $36.00.

Pros:

~Leaves your skin feeling silky smooth

~Clear formula

~A little goes a long way

~Convenient pump

Cons:

~My oily skin wears off the primer and foundation after a few hours

Overall, I rate this product at 4 out of 5 sugarcubes! It is a makeup bag must have when I want my face to be picture ready!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Smashbox Cosmetics sent me this product to review. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their products. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

The Secret of Moonacre

Hey everyone!

My mom and I rented The Secret of Moonacre, and I must say it has become a favorite of ours!

What do you think?

XoXo,

Whitney

~Giveaway News!~

Hey everyone!

To celebrate my first full year of being a beauty blogger, I will be holding a nice, small giveaway next weekend!

More details soon!

XoXo,

Whitney

Smashbox Eye Shadow Trio Review!

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This is a review on the Smashbox Cosmetics’ Eye Shadow Trio in the shade Viewfinder.

Here is a bit of information from the website. Create beautiful eyes effortlessly with our award-winning eye shadow trios. Each portable pot contains three perfectly coordinated hues to take the guesswork out of choosing what shades to wear together. With a matching base shade, contour color and highlighter, you get everything you need to create the hottest looks for eyes with the ease of a professional makeup artist.

From the packaging to the actual product, this eye shadow trio is absolutely stunning!

Viewfinder is silky in texture, and contains three perfectly color coordinated shades for a glamorous look. These shades are: apricot pink, dark olive, and shimmering pearl. These eye shadow colors last and never crease!

The packaging of this product is classy and cute. The eye shadow trio has a large clear window in the lid, which helps to instantly recognize what colors you are picking up, it couldn’t be any easier!

This product retails for $28.00.

Pros:

~Silky texture

~Three coordinated colors

~Last all day

~No creasing

~Classy and cute packaging

Cons:

~None!

Overall, I rate these eye shadows at 5 out of 5 sugarcubes! Viewfinder will bring out the Hollywood Starlet in everyone!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Smashbox Cosmetics sent me these products to try and review on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their products. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

Smashbox Fusion Soft Lights Review!

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This is a review on the Smashbox Cosmetics’ Fusion Soft Lights in the shade Intermix!

Smashbox got it right with this beauty! The mixture of colors ranging from champagne to a deep bronze is lovely. I like to use the Smashbox’s #2 Face and Cheek brush, and swirl it in all of the colors, then apply it as a highlight to my cheeks. It gives me that fresh candlelit glow that looks completely natural.

Another great thing about this product is that I can use each color individually! I love to use a fluffy eye brush to apply a light wash over my lids, and to highlight underneath my brow! This is a perfect way to bring extra light into my eyes, which makes them appear awake and fresh!

This product retails for $30.00.

Pros:

~Adds a natural glow

~Lasts all day

~Can use one color or all

~Cute, fun packaging

Cons:

~None!

Overall, I rate this product at 5 out of 5 sugarcubes! This is a great product to use for dates; it will have your skin glowing all night long!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Smashbox Cosmetics sent me this product to try and review on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to review their product. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!