Guest Post: Avon Single Shadows + Swatches

Can we all put our hands together and slow clap for Avon? 

I know that seems like a weird request but I had the opportunity to try the Avon True Color single eye shadows and they are amazing.

Avon’s description of the product is as follows “ Sometimes a rainbow of color is just to much, and you want something stunning, but simple. With all the beautiful options, it’s easy for you to find your signature color. The one that does something to the glow in your eyes that you can’t quite figure out. The one that gives you the look.” The single eye shadows come in a sleek compact black case with a small sponge applicator. The shades I tried were Champagne, Turquoise Glow and Green Dazzler.

All three of these shades are in the Shimmer/Pearlized/Frost category. The textures of these eyeshadows are soft and easy to blend.

Champagne is a soft neutral metallic shimmer shadow, many times Champagne colours can lean pink or yellow but in this case it seems to lean more to the beige side of things keeping it very neutral and making it a must have for anyone’s collection.

Turquoise Glow is a shimmery green blue that almost has a yellow glitter undertone.

Green Dazzler is actually just that, it is a deep forest green with dazzling glitter.

There are a great amount of basic and beautiful colours and if you are looking for a soft, buttery eye shadow that doesn’t break the bank I suggest at least taking Champagne for a test drive. I happen to have my eye on Satin Taupe, Mauved and Beige.

These eye shadows are available from your local Avon representative or online and are just $5 CDN (you can sometimes find them on sale for $3.99 CDN). So Ladies If I were you I’d hurry and scoop some of these eye shadows up.

Canadians! DenTek wants to spoil you this Valentine's Day! GIVEAWAY

Are you excited for Valentine's Day this year?
DenTek want to make sure that you are ready! They carry oral care products such floss picks, interdental brushes and disposable picks.

They recently did a really cool survey which concluded that most Canadians would turn down a date with Brad Pitt or Jennifer Anderson... if they had bad breath.

Yes.. you heard me! 

If they had bad breath!

Oh it gets better. According to DenTek’s “Look Who’s Flossing” Survey, Toronto placed eighth with only 18% of Torontonians stating that they make flossing part of their daily routine.

Canada’s Best Cities for Flossing 

1. Vancouver

2. Ottawa 

3. Montreal

4. Edmonton

5. Winnipeg

Canada’s Worst Cities for Flossing

6. Calgary 

7. Halifax  

8. Toronto 

9. St. John’s 

We have to do better!

DenTek is spoiling three Spiced Beauty readers.

You can win:

XOXO Sequin pouch
Compact Mirror with Hearts
DenTek Floss Picks
Pocket Strips
Heart shaped chocolates

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L'Oréal Paris Skin Perfection 15 Second Miracle Cleansing Oil + Swatches

Since I'm West Indian, I'm so happy to see oils being celebrated and now on the market. 

They have various purposes and a lot of benefits. 

This is definitely the year of the cleansing oils. 

Almost every brand has one out or coming out with one right now.

For anyone new to Cleansing oils they're pretty awesome. 

Apply them to dry hands- massage it into your makeup and rinse off. Super easy!

One cleansing oil getting a lot of buzz is L'Oréal Paris Skin Perfection 15 Second Miracle Cleansing Oil ($11.99 CAN). One of the most smooth oils that I've tried in a while. When I say smooth I'm referring to the viscosity. Not too thick- Not too thin- Just right.

L'Oréal Paris Skin Perfection 15 Second Miracle Cleansing Oil, high performance cleansing for all skin types. Instantly dissolves even waterproof make-up, skin feels perfectly clean with a non-greasy finish. The oil formula helps to re-balance skin's natural oil production for healthy-looking skin.

I applied waterproof eyeshadow to my arm and set it.

Then applied 2-3 drops to dry hands and massaged it over the eye shadow.

It immediately started to "break up".

Then it washed off clean. No shimmer left over.

LOVE!

Have you tried a cleansing oil before?

Battle Winter: Face, Hands and Feet + Huge Giveaway USA & Canada

In the winter, I often find that people forget to take care of their hands and feet. It's always important to make sure that my hands and feet are always ready!

You never know when impromptu vacation happens.

I was contacted by Skinall Distributions awhile back. I was given two things to try: Kocostar 5 Finger Nail Pack($17.95 CAN for 5 packs) and the Foot Peeling Pack ($9.95 CAN). My first time trying it, I did a girls night. 

I had no idea what to expect!

The Kocostar 5 Finger Nail Pack was amazing because in the winter I find that I get a lot of hang nails. It's very annoying and hate when they rip down into your skin. I easily slipped on my fingers into each pocket with no mess. I was able to type while they were on without them falling off. After the 30 mins, I felt like my cuticles were softer and my nails looked hydrated.

For me, the Kocostar Foot Peeling Pack was a little tricky for the first time. You had to keep it on for 90 minutes to get the full effect. I'm the type of person who likes to move around A LOT!  If you decide to try them, put them on before a home movie night. 90 minutes will go by and you won't even know.

On the packaging, it states it takes 3 to 4 days for your feet "your dead skin and callus will start to peel off". Guess what?..  Mine took around 9 to 10 days to fully come off. The after was extremely soft feet. Smoother than a trip to the nail salon.

I also received a really cute pink pore brush as an extra. I usually go for the motorized version but it's good to have something with you in case you run out of batteries/your devices run out of power. I like using it with my favourite foaming cleanser- in circular motions. 

Nicole by OPI: Carrie Underwood collection Swatches

I've been eyeing these polishes since I posted the announcement back in early December: 

Nicole by OPI: Carrie Underwood collection- January 2014

Nicole by OPI never disappoints.

Creamy finishes and glitter with great coverage!

What more can a girl ask for.

Shop the Nicole by OPI- Carrie Underwood collection:

SWATCHES:

Lips are Dripping Honey

This multi-gold glitter is sweet on you.

Sweet Daisy

A bouquet of southern peach blossoms.

Party Bus

Celebrate on-the-go with this party-perfect confetti glitter.

Which Carrie Underwood collection swatch is your favourite?

Does Benefit Cosmetics lollitint work on brown skin? Pictures + Swatches

Tints are the perfect product to use for every season. 

It's long lasting and requires low maintenance.
I recently received Benefit Cosmetics lollitint ($36.00 CAN) in the mail and decided to give it a try. 

Our candy-orchid tint treats lips & cheeks to a “pop” of dreamy sweetness. It’s the flirtiest flush you can get from a bottle…and its smudge-proof, smooch-proof color lasts from A.M. to P.M. Talk about stain power.

"Sometimes you need to try something before you knock it."
This is my advice for 2014. Not just with makeup. It applies to food and overall life.
I seen this colour and never expected it to show up on my skin tone. It was milky and orchid.
Not I took usual colour I would gravitate towards.
Guess what?!?
I Tried it and loved it!

How to Apply:

Brush three strokes on the apple of your cheek and blend quickly with fingertips. Repeat on other side. Dab on lips & blend. For extra delicious color, repeat!

As a bride to be, this is the perfect product you have with you throughout your journey. 

Especially when you want to take your look can go to the next level!

Valentine's Day Red Lips -Maybelline Super Stay 14 Hr lipstick

Every year, I try to do a v-day lip series. 

For 2014, I will feature mostly red lipsticks because I see hear/see a lot of WOC 

saying that they can't wear red. WHICH IS A HUGE LIE! 

Looking for something that wont rub off all night??

Maybelline Super Stay 14 Hr 

lipstick is one of my top picks!

Check out the Maybelline Super Stay 14 Hr lipstick colours:

I'm wearing Wine and Forever. 

Constancy:
Creamy (Almost a satin finish)
Price:
Range $10.00 CDN to $13.00 CDN
Availability:
Drugstore or online
Staying power:
It does not budge! My favourite type of lipstick!

Would you wear this colour? 
Why or why not?