NARS Nail Polish + Maybelline Waterproof Liquid Liner Reviews

I’ve really put both these products to the test!

First… the nail polish, the colour is in Tallulah… it’s a limited edition… deep purple.  I had this polish on for a week, and I helped a friend move out of her apartment (includes helping her pack, moving boxes and all that stuff).  I helped her move out the second day I had the polish on.  By the end of the week… my nails look like this… 

There was minimal chipping!! There’s also a few scratches on the surface, but it was hardly noticable!  Keep in mind that I’m pretty rough with my hands… I still do whatever I need to get done without being too careful about my finished nails… I’m just too lazy, and I like to get things done fast. haha

I complained about the price of it in one of my haul posts… but for it’s staying power… I can’t complain about that anymore! It’s amazing =D  Under normal conditions, i doubt there’ll be any chips =D  I’m impressed!  Hands down the best polish I’ve tried!!!! [I have yet to try OPI though] haha

Alright… onto my never ending search for a eyeliner… in terms of liquid liners… I think I found my ultimate liner… cheap & it LASTS!

I’ve had the liner on since 9am, and took the picture around 9pm… after I went out for a run! the liner really stays put!  I have MAC’s fluidline on the lower lash line, and that’s smudged a bit… but the liquid liner is still in place! Definitely recommend checking this liner out. =D

Maybelline Lash Stiletto vs. Majolica’s Lash Expander

 

I’m comparing these two mascaras because they both claim to do the same thing – lengthening the lashes.  Majolica’s mascara is my all time favorite for lengthening.  How does Lash Stiletto compare?

The first time I used Lash Stiletto, I absolutely hated it.  It had a VERY VERY strong rose smell.  Too strong for my liking, and it lingered around for awhile =S Not only did it have too strong of a smell, it also straightened my curled lashes.  It made them straight.  One of the main things I look for in a mascara is its ability to hold the curl.  I also didn’t get a lot of sleep the night before the day I test drove it, and I was yawning… a lot… It’s not waterproof =[ I haven’t seen a waterproof version of the mascara, but even when they come out with one,  I don’t know if I will try it.  But anyhoo… I decided to give the mascara another chance… I felt the same way the second time I used it… loathed it.

It’s been sitting in my mascara drawer for a few weeks, I decided to give it another try.  and this time, it worked a little better.  I guess maybe the mascara had a bit of drying time?  I don’t know.  It still didn’t keep a perfect curl.

 

OK… on the left - Majolica.  On the right – Lash Stiletto.  See the difference?  Lash stiletto was able to keep a BIT of the curl, but the lashes closer to the inner half of my eye… was straight =[  And if you look carefully, some transferred under the eye.  So don’t be too quick to blink after putting it on.  hehe.  I probably had the mascara for maybe 3 weeks?  I found that the strong rose scent was still there, but it didn’t linger so long.  I also didn’t want to put on too much of it because I knew putting on more would have completely uncurled my lashes.

Left: Majolica Lash Expander.  My lashes are still curled, separated, and does a better job at lengthening my lashes.  And… no transfer… It’s also more buildable compared to Lash Stiletto.

The Lash Stiletto (right) also clumped a little.  Lash Expander also made my lashes look more natural, and no clumping.

The verdict?

Both are lengthening definately.  Stiletto is probably half the price.  I got Majolica through ebay, around $20 or so with shipping (CDN).  But it works SO much better.  When it comes to eye makeup, lashes are my thing.  I like them to really stand out.  I think they really complete the look, so I don’t mind investing more on a good mascara.  I definately WILL NOT be repurchasing Lash Stiletto.  Until I find a better lengthening mascara, Majolica is still my favourite! =]  Haven’t found anything that compares.

Any suggestions?

Drugstore Mascara Review/Comparison Part 1

Mascara… It’s something I can’t live without. I’ve tried so many mascaras, and I thought I’d share my thoughts on them. I finally got around to clearing up my stash… and this is what’s left. It’s still a lot >^_^<> Things I look for in my mascara is volume, length, smudge factor, clump factor, and if it can hold my curl. When I buy mascaras, I tend to get waterproof formulas since I find they hold the curl better. What do I think of my mascaras?

*Cover Girl*


Lash Exact

Volume: 2/5
Lengthening: 3/5
Curl: 1/5
Smudge: 0/5
Clumping: 3/5
Repurchase: No

It clumped my lashes together, and didn't look natural. It uncurled my lashes, and I had to go back after and recurl them, which is something I shouldn't do. *grr* However, this did not smudge at all!
Lash Blast

Volume: 3/5
Lengthening: 3/5
Curl: 5/5
Smudge: 0/5
Clumping: 0/5
Repurchase: Yes


This is one of the better drugstore mascaras I've tried. No smuding, dries fast, holds the curl. The only thing about this mascara is it's a pain in the ass to take off. The brush is huge as well, and it takes a bit of getting use to. Not really a fan of the packaging. It's too bulky.


*Maybelline*
Define-A-Lash

Volume: 2/5
Lengthening: 3/5
Curl: 4/5
Smudge: 0/5
Clumping: 0/5
Repurchase: No

This one is just *ok*. Nothing special. It's good for more natural looking lashes, but I prefer more dramatic lashes.



Volume Express

Volume: 1/5
Lengthening: 1/5
Curl: 2/5
Smudge: 0/5
Clumping: 2/5
Repurchase: No

This mascara really didn't do anything. It just 'coated' my lashes. I would think from the name of it, it would give me lots of volume. It doesn't. Total waste of my money.



Lash Stylist

Volume: 2/5
Lengthening: 3/5
Curl: 4/5
Smudge: 0/5
Clumping: 0/5
Repurchase: No

This is one of those mascaras that require more time to apply. You have to take off the excess product from the comb before applying, or it'll clump like no tomorrow. Other than that, it's decent. But I won't repurchase this just because I like mascaras that don't require any effort to put on. I'm lazy. haha

*Rimmel*

Magnifier


I'm not going to even rate this mascara. I've tried the normal and the waterproof formula. It's one of the worst products I've ever tried. It clumps. It doens't lengthen. It doesn't volumize. I don't know what this is suppose to do. It definately doesn't 'magnify' my eyes. It also leaves my lashes stick straight after. *Awful*

*Revlon*

This is another mascara that doesn't even deserve to be rated. I bought it because it had a small wand and the brush was different, so I thought I'd give it a try. Boy, was it a mistake. The brush is horrible. It definately thickens my lashes, but in a very clumpy kind of way. The formula is so thick and heavy, it uncurled my lashes. This is probably the worst masacra I've tried. I literally took it out, tried it once, and it was just left sitting in my mascara drawer until I threw it out. What a waste.

What are you're favourite mascaras? I would love to know =]. Leave me a comment below or on my cbox. =]

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Drugstore Mascara Review/Comparison Part 2

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