Lavera Cosmetics' Beautiful Mineral Eye Shadow Review!

Hey everyone!

This review is on the Lavera Cosmetics’ Beautiful Mineral Eye Shadow in the shades Golden Beige and Dreamy Pink! These products are from their Holiday Collection!

Enriched with nourishing minerals and oils as well as organic flower essences and organic rice powder, this rich cream shadow provides superior coverage. Available in eight natural new shades, the shadows illuminate eyes for maximum impact and holiday drama. New shades: Lily White, Golden Beige, Dreamy Pink, Majestic Violet, Mountain Blue, Forest Green, Magic Gray, and Chocolate Brown.

These eye shadows are absolutely dazzling in color! They add a beautiful, natural glow to my eyes with their warm colors and shimmer. Moreover, these silky smooth eye shadows are highly pigmented, and last all day without creasing. I can easily build up the intensity of color, but my favorite way to wear these beauties, is to lightly dust them all over my lids for that bright eyed look.

I love that the packaging includes a mirror. This makes applying Lavera’s eye shadows quick and easy, for all of us busy girls out there!

These products retail for $15.00.

Pros:

~Gorgeous, natural colors

~High shimmer

~Lasts all day

Cons:

~None!

Overall, I rate this product at 5 out of 5 sugarcubes! These shades are perfect for batting your eyes, and catching your crush’s attention this holiday season!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Lavera 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!

EOS Shave Cream Review!

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This is a review on the EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream in the scent Lavender Jasmine!

EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream states that it can be used either wet or dry, and guest what, it really works! It’s great to be able to use the same product for a quick dry shave, or a nice warm shower or tub shave. Either way, my legs are left super smooth, moisturized, and lightly scented with lavender and jasmine.

I also love the packaging of this product, and must applaud EOS’ attention in detail for developing this ergonomically correct bottle. It’s easy to grip wet or dry without slipping out of my hand. With its thick, high quality rubber plastic, I never have to worry about a rust ring on the bathroom counter again. Best of all, the bottle is recyclable, which means I can feel great about my smooth legs, while reducing my carbon footprint!

This product retails for $3.49!

Pros:

~Light, refreshing scent

~Moisturizes

~Allows for wet or dry shave

~High quality, ergonomic packaging

Cons:

~None!

Overall, I rate this product at 5 out of 5 sugarcubes! This shaving cream is perfect to take traveling, so I can always have sexy, smooth legs anytime, anywhere!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: EOS sent me these products to 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!

EOS Lip Balm Review!

Hey everyone!

This is a review on the EOS Lip Balm!

Here is a bit of information about the product. EOS lip balm is 95% organic, 100% natural, and paraben and petrolatum free. Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, EOS keeps your lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth.

EOS Lip Balm is fabulous! Not only does it condition and sweeten my lips; its added moisture brings out a shine to my lipstick and lip gloss. Since using EOS, my lips have become soft and smooth, and appear more youthful.

This lip balm is packaged in a fun, ergonomically friendly sphere and stick form. All you have to do with either one is twist off the cap, pucker up, and enjoy!

This product retails for $3.29!

Pros:

~Moisturizes

~Lovely sweet aroma

~Conditions lips

~Cute, fun packaging

Cons:

~None!

Overall, I rate this product at 5 out of 5 sugarcubes! This is a fantastic product to have in your purse to make all your friends jealous!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: EOS sent me these products to 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, FNO and tips from Davis Factor!‏

Hey everyone!

Smashbox co-founder and celebrity photographer Davis Factor made a special appearance at Nordstrom’s in Santa Monica for Fashions Night Out—guests were offered a personal photo shoot from Davis. A great friend of mine was able to talk to Davis and find out his great tips on how to take beautiful pictures!

How to Look Thin in Photos:

• Everyone wants to look their thinnest in photos and a great tip to ensure you do is to stand slightly turned to the side. If your shoulders are perpendicular to the camera, you will look broader. Instead, try turning a bit. Once you’ve hit this position, turn your body slightly and look toward the camera tilting your head down bringing your chin toward your neck.

• Also, posture is extremely important, if you stand up straight with your shoulders back, you will eliminate the possibility of having any unnecessary bulges that can make you look heavier in photos.

The Perfect Smile:

• Many people are a little nervous about smiling. They don't think their smile looks good, but the perfect smile is something that often needs a little practice. I tell my clients to practice a smile in the mirror until you get one that you are comfortable and confident with.

• My favorite is a soft, light smile. This is a smile that doesn't show as much teeth as you would when you are laughing. It will never appear overdone or fake and will eliminate too much gum or teeth from showing.

A Few Beauty Essentials:

• Before the camera flashes, take a quick second to be sure your makeup looks as good as it did when you got to the event or party. Most of the time it won’t and there are a few key products that if you use to touch up before photos are taken will make all the difference.

• You want to make sure you are not shiny, so a great mattifying product such as a powder or gel will quickly eliminate a shiny face.

• I tell my clients to always have gloss with them, a sheer colored gloss or lipstick will really accent a beautiful smile.

• Reapplying a coat of mascara before photos begin will bring attention to your eyes and create a flirty look.

Most Importantly, Relax:

• The more comfortable you are, the better the photograph.

• If you prepare yourself before the photo with a pose and a smile you love, you are all set.

• Enjoy the moment so it shines through in the photo.

XoXo,

Whitney