Dermablend-My First Impressions

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I remember a specific time one day when I was working at MAC; a woman came in looking for concealer and asked me if it compared and had as much coverage as Dermablend. At the time , I didn’t know what that was, but it turns out that Dermablend is a cosmetic line of really good coverage foundations and concealers for hiding things like birth marks, tattoos, scars , and more. It was created by a dermatologist and the brand is #1 dermatologist recommended camouflage brand.

I’ve always been very curious  to find out more about these products and test them for myself. Here are my very first impressions of a variety of products from Dermablend including foundation and concealers.

 

Have you tried anything from Dermablend? What do you love?

Love,

Lauren

My Current Favorite Foundations and Concealers

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I made a brief video about my current favorite foundations and concealers both higher end and drug store. This is not to say that there are no other products I like. These are just the ones that I reach for almost every day and especially when I am making a video. I find these products long lasting and work well on my combination skin type.

These foundations and concealers work well if you’re looking for medium to full coverage and a matte finish.

The products mentioned are:

MAC Studio Fix Fluid

MAC Pro Longwear Concealer

Revlon Colorstay Foundation

Revlon Colorstay Whipped Foundation

Rimmel Match Perfection Concealer

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder

If you have any questions about these products or video or blog post requests let me know!!

Love,

Lauren

 

Drugstore Concealer: Physicians Formula Concealer Twin

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It may seem like I’ve been talking a lot about drugstore make up lately, but…it’s true, I have found a lot of great products at the drug store!

I always use concealer. Even if I don’t wear a lot of foundation, a little concealer can go a long way. For the most part, I have always used MAC studio finish or moisture cover concealer. They usually do the trick. I also love Bobbi Brown’s correctors and concealers! But- it’s really nice when you can find something really inexpensive that does the trick. 

I recently went to help my mom pick out some new make up. We ended up getting the Physicians Forumula Concealer Twin in Yellow/light. It has two ends which help correct and camouflage different areas.

When we got home , I tried a little on myself and quickly realized I loved the texture, consistancy and coverage of this concealer. It’s more drying than most , but goes on smoothly. It also dries down matte, which I personally like when trying to conceal areas. 

I’ve found too many times that concealers for me just glide off my skin, or are too creamy. I would not recommend this for dry, mature skin types. I would recommend it more for those who get oily, or have combination skin.  At my local Target this was close to $7. 

The pinker side is perfect for concealing small blemishes and to brighten under the eyes. The yellow side I use in very small amounts to conceal any areas that appear a little more pink like around the nose, and cheeks.

I hope this review was helpful!!  Have you tried this Physicians Formula Concealer Twin??

Love, Lauren

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**I was not paid for this review, all opinions are my own thoughts and personal experiences with this product.

Follow up! Target Goodies: Skin Renew & John Frida Go Blonder

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I told you 10 days ago about two things I picked up at Target. Here is the follow up..my thoughts and feelings about these products as I’ve been using them. And, this time… I LOVE THEM BOTH!

The Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Anti-dark circle roller with a tint (concealer).  I love this product. I got it because I wanted an eye treatment/concealer that’s fast and easy and I can carry in my purse. I like this one because it is very cooling. The silver roller ball feels so nice and icy underneath your eye an it’s an instant brightener. The concealer in it is a light shade and I’m about an NC20 at MAC. It works perfectly with my skin. I think this concealer/brightener  would be great for fair to medium skin tones since it’s going to help brighten the undereye. The concealer is also very light so it’s not cakey. ***One thing to be mindful of; when I get this really close to my eye , my eye starts to water a little bit…not too bad, but a little, so don’t use too much and if you are very sensitive be mindful. ( I am sensitive though, and it is not to bad…just something to be aware of.)

 

Next, the John Frida Go Blonder Controlled Lightening Spray. On a grading scale I’d give this product a B+. Here’s why…The greatest thing is that for blondes who can’t go into the salon every 4 weeks to get their hair touched up it helps to lighten the roots. I have noticed that for me with just 3 uses of this spray my hair looks blonder and my roots blend more. I LOVE this because I don’t like the look of dark roots and since I can’t afford always getting my hair touched up it’s a cheap and easy fix.

The only negative about this product is that it lightens the hair but almost to a little bit more of a yellowish tint (a little brassy). So, what I’ve been doing is using my purple shampoo in between uses of this product. This helps to brighten the hair a little bit more and leave it less brassy and yellow. I did do a review of a purple shampoo here:
http://lovelo.wordpress.com/2011/03/08/shimmering-blonde-highlights-generic-is-just-as-good/
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Overall, I would buy this product again.

Here is a video I’ve really been enjoying today. It’s by beauty vlogger Dulce Candy called “How to Shop at a Thrift Store”. The reason I love this video is because she gives tips on shopping at a thrift store. And, she shows what she bought on a recent trip. The handbags and clutches she found are to DIE for…and it totally puts me in the mood to go bargain hunting!!!

Enjoy.. I did!

LOVE Lauren