It’s been awhile since I’ve posted an empties post on my blog! Recently, I’ve found it easier to record a quick video on them recently, and you can watch them on my Instagram, @beautyunhyped. However, this month I felt like taking it back a few months and writing out my thoughts. Enjoy! SKINCARE I didn’t … Continue reading September 2020 Empties
Category: makeup
Mented Cosmetics: review and swatches
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
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