Coastal Scents Eyeshadow Review and Swatches

Hey guys!
If you are checking out this post you have probably checked out my Coastal Scents haul and just want to see the swatches with minimal rambling:) So, here it is:

Pigments, Shadows and Mica Powders

1. Pink Illusion (loose mineral shadow)
2. Elusive Icicle (loose mineral shadow)
3. Blue-Red Chrome (mica powder)
4. Absinthe (loose mineral shadow)
5. Violet Rush (loose mineral shadow)
6. Molten Silver (loose mineral shadow)
7. Whipped Mint (loose mineral shadow)

Thoughts:
I have enjoyed wearing the Pink Illusion shadow with a matte mauve in the crease like the one from the Lorac Pro palette. Also, the Blue-Red Chrome made for a fun colorful eye but, the "red" comes off as more pink than red. Overall, I like the color and texture of these shadows.

1. Mirage Silver (mica pigment)
2. Pearlescent Sparkling Gold (mica pigment)
3. Porcelain Pear (loose mineral shadow)
4. Lilac Mist (loose mineral shadow)
5.Lavish Lavender (loose mineral shadow)

Thoughts:
I LOVE the two pigments! I have worn them both in a subtle and dramatic way and they look great. The texture is really nice for a sparkling pigment and you can really build them up for a concentrated application. I have not played with the other shadows enough to have a defnite opinion but, I like the colors and the texture is nice.

 

Hot Pots:

1. Dreamcicle
2.Victorian Ruby
3. Maroon Berry
4.Peachy Copper
5. Sun Worshiper
6. Reef Pink
7. Sunbeam
8.Reef Blue
9. Edgy Eggplant
10. Chocolate Berry

Thoughts:
These are AMAZING!! Smooth, creamy, blendable, pigmented and the price is fab. I have nothing but good things to say about the ones I picked up! I can't wait to get more!

 Bronzer:

Thoughts: This was the most disappointing because it's too shimmery for my taste. With that said, the color is nice and it's easy to blend. I am still going to try and use it a few times to see what I can do with it.

 

Overall, I am happy with my purchase and I'm glad I took a chance and tried a variety of the line. Definitely check it out because for the price you can't go wrong!

Lipcolors For Fall

Affordable Fall Lipsticks

 

I wanted some fall inspired lipsticks but I didn't want to spend a ton because I am a nudes and pinks girl so that's where I invest. :) Berries, reds and purples are nice for a change but, not worth breaking the bank over!

 



 

 

Here's a few of my favs!

 

Top Left: NYC #405 Blue Rose
Top Right:Ulta Lipstick #219
Bottom Left: Red liner & L'Oreal Infallible #465 Mirror Underneath
Bottom Right: Milani #114 Candy Apple
 

Top Left: Milani #114 Wet N Wild #520e Hot Paris Pink & L'Oreal Infallible #465 Mirror Underneath
Top Right EOS Lip Balm & Wet N Wild #965 Cherry Picking
Top Middle: Rimmel Kate Collection #110 Rossetto & Milani Candy Apple
Bottom Right: Ulta Lip Butter in Dubai
Bottom Left: Ulta Lipstick #211 and Ulta Brilliant Color Lipgloss #12

If you are looking for a satin finish go for the NYC lipstick, any of the Ulta lipsticks, the Milani, Wet N Wild Hot Paris Pink or the Rimmel.

If you want a matte finish then the Wet N Wild Cherry Picking is the one.

Glossy finish is the lip gloss (duh haha) or the lip butter.

The Infallible is a little complex because it is a long wear so it dries to your lips but it has a gold shimmer. It's pretty awesome! :)

 

And my favorite.....

 Wet N Wild Special Edition Fergie Collection #A041 Ferguson Crest Cabernet

It is a gorgeous berry color! It is coming off a little more pink in the pic.

 

Side note: Everything I have tried from the Fergie collection I have LOVED!  have two lipsticks and an eyeshadow pallet and the quality is great. I found it in my local Walgreen's.

 

Final Thoughts:

I really liked all the lipsticks and I found them all at great prices. The Ulta lipsticks were the most expensive at $8 but, Ulta is ALWAYS having a sale or has a coupon so you can get them for a lot less. I paid $4 for mine. The most reasonable were the NYC and Wet N Wild (regular not collections) at $1-$2. Hope you found this helpful!

 

Until next time!!!

 

STAY FAB!!!

 

-Ash