Today I’m sharing some products I’ve been testing from Mented Cosmetics, a brand I’ve been eager to try for some time now. Over the past few months, there has been a lot of talk about “supporting” Black-owned beauty brands, which I find a troubling mindset to begin with. When we view buying from Black-owned brands … Continue reading Mented Cosmetics: review and swatches
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2020 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Beauty Picks
I’m not normally a big shopper of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I don’t have a big interest in fashion, nor do I think a lot of the beauty deals are interesting. However, every year I reliably buy 1 or 2 sets that I think are interesting and good value, and this year there were a … Continue reading 2020 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Beauty Picks
Chantecaille Vibrant Ocean Collection: Review and Swatches
I’ve had the Chantecaille Oceans Collections for a couple months now, but with all the craziness of moving, I haven’t been able to get around to testing it until recently. Thankfully, summer is still going strong, and it looks like all the products are still in stock. Disclaimer: This collection was gifted by Chantecaille; however, … Continue reading Chantecaille Vibrant Ocean Collection: Review and Swatches
May and June 2020 Empties
It’s been awhile since I’ve been here. And if I’m honest, it’s been really difficult to prioritize, or even be interested in beauty these days. Between coronavirus and the uprisings against police brutality and Black lives matter, plus a big move that I’m still in the middle of, it’s been difficult to focus on makeup. … Continue reading May and June 2020 Empties
Roen Beauty Eyeshadow Palettes: Review and Swatches
I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to finally talk about Roen Beauty, which seems to be a brand that has taken off in the beauty world, and for good reason. The products and marketing convey a sense of effortless, cool cool girl shimmer, and the no-tools application make this an easy option for … Continue reading Roen Beauty Eyeshadow Palettes: Review and Swatches