The applicator is pretty ingenious, actually. I can make sure I get exactly as much as I need on the brush without wasting any. I haven’t had an issues—you can control the amount that comes out pretty well.

I’ve been scoping out Dr. Brandt products at the Maxx. I got a really nice under eye serum for $16 which I’ve fallen in love with. I also got a $16 Dr. Brandt moisturizer today, I hope it works just as well. And before Christmas I splurged on some benefit 15 hour primer... The feel is weird at first but it’s the best…

I have new, very heavy duty sunscreen that I’m loving (it’s summer in new zealand and intense in the sun)! I know it’s low-key, but I love it.

Those liners are fantastic. I bought that little set you’re talking about and it convinced me that when I use those up, I should get the full size. Like Tupiniquim said, they glide on and last a long time. (I’m a big fan of Tarte in general.)

Have you seen the Two Faced Peach Palette? It might be what you’re looking for. Lots of pinks/oranges and neutrals. http://www.sephora.com/sweet-peach-eye-shadow-collection-palette-P407907?skuId=1806553&publisher_id=255779&sub_publisher=g&is_mobile=&sub1=&sub_keyword=&sub_campaign=381463959&sub_placement=&gdevice=c&gcl…

That’s what I’ve read. I’ve gotten so stuck in my habits and I never try anything new so this has been a revelation. Also, now I have stuff for when I travel!

That’s awesome—congrats! I’m writing for an audience of probably 3. haha. Oh, where our love of beauty products takes us.

Just go for it. That applies to the liner (SO worth it) and the lipsticks! Just clean the tip with a tissue and go to town. I know I’d do it ;-)

Oh I forgot. I do have a question. Does anyone have a good eye palette with mostly neutral tones. Looking for mostly pinks/oranges.

I started BirchBox which I really like (I know reviews have been mixed). I found a moisturizer which is amazing! I’ve already gotten several compliments in my skin in the last few weeks. It’s the most I’ve ever spent, but I’m a convert now.

Both shades were lovely. The lipstick in Beet Root is dark but luxurious and the crayon in Leche is great for everyday use.

Totally! Skincare is a big part of self-care for me. Although I just hit VIB Rouge, so clearly I just have an issue with buying stuff. Hence the title of my blog:  https://ibuycrapsoyoudonthaveto.wordpress.com/

I am IN LOVE with Fresh’s new Sugar cream lip treatment! Looks like a gloss, stays on for a long time, and my GOD has it made my lips feel better. For weeks and weeks I have been struggling with awful, painful, dry winter lips and using this has completely fixed it. I’ve never been a big fan of the sugar lip balm…

All of the Korean skincare shops have been having crazy sales since black Friday, so all of my money has gone to way too much skincare. Boxes have been showing up at my door pretty much every day. haha. (I have so much that I even started a blog so I could review products as a way to alleviate the guilt I have of…

I got the exact same Tarte palette and I LOVE it. The colors are so beautiful. It’s going to be my go-to travel palette.

I picked up some BOGO holiday Lush shower gels and tinted lip balms! I’m going to try to pick up a foot peel mask tomorrow. And my first mani for the year is already selected, although I won’t do my nails until Sunday or Monday: Zoya Blu. There’s just something about January that always makes me break out my pale blue…

I graduated to the world of higher-end tinted moisturizers and I couldn’t be happier. I got Nars tinted moisturizer and the lightest shade matches my ghostlike complexion. It doesn’t break me out and I love it.

Got a new a foundation from Benefit and they included an eyebrow pencil thingy and I have been loving both ever since.

Just got back from visiting family, and man, I got really nostalgic this time down there. So much so, I think I want to settle down there once more. I’m keeping my hopes up that something opens up in my home state, but after the shitty 2016 I had filled with depression and more depression, I think 2017 needs to cut…

Oh, yeah, soundly own me, daddy!