European Makeup Haul

As most of you know from my last post, I recently went on a trip to Europe with my best friend. Part of the reason that I was so excited was that I would finally be able to get my hands on a few products that aren't available in America. The friend that I was travelling with, Taylor, watches several European beauty gurus on youtube and had a list of things she wanted to pick up - I on the other hand, just purchased what called to me in the moment haha.

Most of the products that I purchased are in the photo below. More detailed pictures of each product will be after the cut!!!

Travel Makeup Essentials

As some of you know, this week I am going to be heading out of the country for a trek across Europe. That being said; I am planning on taking as little as possible since that pesky luggage allowance limits me to 50 lbs. As I was going through my makeup kit trying to decide what I wanted to bring, I realized just how hard it is to limit yourself to just the basics!

This is what made the cut for me. Everything you see here is something that I use every day. Ill list all of the products after the cut! 

Product Review: Younique 3D Fiber Lashes

Recently, I made a purchase with Younique. I purchased the 3D Fiber Lashes. This isn't your ordinary mascara. This mascara is a four-step process that promises fuller and longer lashes. 

3D Fiber lashes includes two tubes: the transplanting gel and the natural fibers. 

Step one: Put on your everyday mascara as normal. I use Revlon's 3D Volume mascara, which you can find at your local drugstore. 

Step two: After your regular mascara dries, coat your lashes evenly with the transplanting gel. 

Step three: Immediately after, coat your lashes with the natural fibers. (Tip: Do one eye at a time to prevent the transplanting gel from drying up.)

Step four: Finish up by coating your lashes once again with the transplanting gel. You can repeat step three and four to get your desired result.

Pros: Yes, it works. As you can tell from the picture, my lashes are much fuller and longer in the "after" picture. I used about two or three coats of Younique's product to achieve this affect. I used only one coat of Revlon in my "before" picture. It's a great alternative to using false lashes. If you don't feel like dealing with glue or don't have any false lashes on hand, I would definitely recommend adding this to your beauty bag. 

Cons: It's a lengthy process. It's also messy, clumpy and takes quite a bit of practice. At first, I had the fiber lashes all over my face. With practice, I've learned how to keep the stray fibers and clumping to a minimum. The above picture was taken after my first time using this product. Don't be discourage the first time you use it!

Price: $29

To Purchase: click here

Overall, I would recommend this product to anyone who wants full lashes without the hassle of using fake lashes. Personally, I like the end result of fake lashes better than using this product. For a special event, I will still use my favorite falsies. For an everyday event when I don't feel like wearing false lashes all day, I definitely pull this out! I will most likely purchase this product again ... unless I find a better drugstore solution in the meantime!

What do you think? What's your stance on false lashes? Will you give this product a try?

ZOYA POLISH PREVIEW - SUMMER COLLECTION '14

Earlier this week I received an email from our friends in the Zoya Nail Polish PR department. After reading the email - I was SO EXCITED. Zoya is one of my all time favorite nail polish brands. All of their formulas are consistently amazing and their color selection is always so yummy. Some of my all time favorite polishes are made by this amazing brand.

Anyway - onto why they emailed! Zoya is going to be releasing their Summer '14 polish collection on May 15th (pre-order starts in April) It has been a while since I have been this excited about a polish collection. These colors are perfection. Some of the stand out colors for me are Muse, Harper, Rooney, Ling, and Tilda.6 of these beauties have holographic glitter (bubbly) 6 are creme finishes (tickled)

The Tickled and Bubbly polishes will sell for $9.00 each. We are so excited to be apart of this launch with you all and We can't wait to get these on our nails!!!!

What are some of the colors that you are most excited for? - Comment below with your faves!

ZOYA POLISH PREVIEW: MAGICAL PIXIE

All of these polishes will sell for $10.00 and will be available for pre-order on the Zoya website. These will be released on May 15th. I'm in love with Arlo!