Ellis Faas Light [In Our Makeup Bag]
As for the formula, Ellis Faas says, “Although liquid, they dry upon application to create the illusion of metallic eyes”, but suggests that you can also use them as a highlighter.
In Our Makeup Bag: theBalm Nude ‘tude Palette
Most makeup junkies I know love neutral eyeshadows. Sure, brights are fun, but neutrals are definitely more “everyday” and appropriate in every situation. Every makeup lover needs a palette full of neutral shades that’s great for a quick daytime look and traveling. theBalm is obviously one of my favorite brands and I’m thrilled that they have finally decided to bring us a neutral palette!

In Our Makeup Bag: theBalm Meet Matt(e) Palette
Matte eyeshadows (no shimmer, no sparkle, flat color) are an extremely useful tool. Although they seem rather boring, they add depth and can really make your eyes pop! theBalm is a fave brand of mine, and their eyeshadows always impress me. Therefore, I couldn’t wait to try out their palette filled with nine totally matte eyeshadows!
In Our Makeup Bag: Clarins Holiday Eye Quartet and Rouge Prodige Lipstick
Clarins is a fave brand of mine that happens to put out rather modest collections. Their latest holiday fare boasts only three items: a face powder, eye quad and a lipstick. I have both the quad and lipstick to test out, so let’s see how it goes.
The Craziest Eyeshadow You’ve Ever Seen
I feel bad for the male gender 90% of the time. Mostly because I see them as the lesser sex..but hey don’t we all? Another reason I feel bad for them is that they don’t get to use make-up. That’s not an airtight statement, but for the most part foundations, shadows and lip shades are left for us girls. But with this great gift of makeup comes great responsibility that some have chosen to abuse.
In Our Makeup Bag: Anastasia Beauty Express for Brows and Eyes
Anastasia Soare is Hollywood’s brow guru, grooming the eyebrows of almost every celebrity you can think of. She’s sharing her knowledge with the general public through her cosmetics brand, Anastasia Beverly Hills. I tried out her Beauty Express for Brows and Eyes kit, with a sampling of her best products for grooming your brows and looking wide awake.
CC Beauty Live: NYX Palette Review
Do you remember getting those gigantic makeup kits for your birthday or a holiday? You know, the ones with the cheap lipg loss and eyeshadows, and those tiny lip brushes that never seemed to work right. Well, I recently got a more updated version of that: the NYX Box of Eyeshadows.

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In Our Makeup Bag: Jemma Kidd Make Up School Crushed Jewel Creme Duo
What it is: Jemma Kidd Make Up School Crushed Jewel Creme Duo in 04 Black Diamond Why this should be in your bag: This versatile little product is perfect for taking you from day to night. It contains a satiny, cream eyeshadow and, when you screw the bottom off, multicolor glitter to go over top.
In Our Makeup Bag: Urban Decay Vegan Palette
What it is: Urban Decay Vegan Palette
Why this should be in your bag: Every girl needs a nice eyeshadow palette. They are totally foolproof, since the company itself picked out an array of complimentary shades for you.

In Our Makeup Bag: Sigma Complete Brush Kit
What it is: Sigma Complete Brush Kit
Why this should be in your bag: Makeup brushes are essential for any girl who wears eyeshadow, blush, bronzer, etc (read: EVERYONE).