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Brand : Chantecaille Product :  Lip Chic Shade : Wisteria - soft plum CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  This was my first Chantecaille Lip Chic purchase.  I did not expect it to be so sheer.  Essentially this is a tinted lip balm.  It is moisturizing on the lips. Brand Description:  This exceptionally comfortable formula is easy to apply and creates an even finish that is shiny but never sticky. Lip Chic leaves lips looking fuller and decidedly more youthful in appearance.  Combines the high shine effects of a gloss with the rich, even coverage of a lipstick.  Chondroitin Sulfate and Hyaluronic Acid helps moisturize and gently plumps the appearance lips. Ingredients:  Polybutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polyethylene, Vp/hexadecene Copolymer, Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina), Dicalcium Phosphate, Mica, Ethyl Vanillin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phospho...
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Brand : Jordana Cosmetics Product :   Triple Play All Over Color  Shade :  Petal Pink CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  This is a creamy, easy to apply and blend multitasker.  Soft pink with a slight yellow undertone, it wears all day without fading (tested on cheeks).  Brand Description:  There’s more than one way to get cheeky with our multi-purpose Triple Play 3–in-1 Blush Stick! This soft, buildable formula can be worn on your lips, cheeks, and eyes for endless looks. Seamlessly glides on for a mistake-proof application, and is available in 6 flattering shades for every skin tone. Ingredients:  Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polyethylene, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Mica (CI 77019), Phenyl Trimethicone, Diisostearyl Malate, Nylon-12, Ozokerite, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylyl Glycol, Silica, Propylene Carbonate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc PCA, Pentae...
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Brand : Apocalyptic Beauty Collection : February 2018 Look of the Month: Blood Queen Product :  Loose Eyeshadow, Lip Gloss Shades : Lana'thel Bathory Nimue Purgatori Vampirella CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing:  Absolutely lovely cohesive look sub box.
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Brand : NYX Professional Makeup Product : Always Keepin' It Tight Eyeliner Shade :  Blue CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  I like this shade of blue for tightlining.  It's fantastic for brightening the eyes.  There was a slight bit of skipping but no drag.  Wear was great - all day with very little fading until roughly the 7 hour mark (and then only minimal). Brand Description:  Draw attention to your eyes with the ultra-slim Always Keepin' It Tight Eyeliner from NYX Professional Makeup! Take the Always Keepin' It Tight Eyeliner to your tightline or waterline to easily open up your look. Available in six absolutely essential shades, this retractable pencil serves up a soft and silky finish that won't budge for the ultimate tightline effect. Ingredients:  Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethicone, Synthetic Wax, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Synthetic Candelilla Wax, Dicalcium Phosphate, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Disiloxane, C...
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Brand :  Kiss My Sass Cosmetics Product : Lip Glaze Shade : Her Eyes Are Frozen -  a sheer pink with pink & blue sparkles & a "Pink Marshmallows" flavor CRUELTY FREE VEGAN DYE FREE Binxcat's Musing:  I received this product as a GWP with an order.  This is a beautiful pink sparkle lipgloss or topper.  It is not overly sticky.  I do not find the scent to be bothersome.  Ingredients:   hydrogenated polyisobutene, ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, cocos nucifera oil, ricinus communis seed oil, tocopheryl acetate, mica, titanium dioxide, tin oxide, iron oxide, synthetic fluorphlogopite, silica, flavor 
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Brand :  Urban Decay Cosmetics Product :  Naked Petite Heat Shades : INHALE (cream demi-matte) VIBRATE (soft nude matte) HOT SPELL (terra-cotta matte) WILD THING (scorched-orange matte) HEIST (rich cayenne matte) STRIKE (rich reddish-brown matte) CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  I did not purchase the full size version of Naked Heat.  This palette was interesting to me as an accompanying palette for other warms in my collection.  The palette is a very well edited palette.  The shades are all well pigmented and beautiful.  The three darkest shades are a tad stiff but that didn't effect performance.  Swatches are without primer.  (Swatched dry but this palette is a wet/dry.) Brand Description:   This is one hot little palette. Naked Petite Heat is a compact eyeshadow palette featuring six all-new scorched neutrals inspired by our own Naked Heat. With five matte shades for lid, crease and lin...
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Brand : e.l.f. cosmetics Collection : e.l.f. x Christian Siriano Product : Tinted Lip Oil Shade :  Polished Pink CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing:  While baby pink on swatching, this lip oil takes on a bit of your natural lip shade on wear.  Hydrating and comfortable to wear.  I like this over a lipstick. Brand Description:  “This is the perfect gloss for a fresh, polished look. Pair it with a dramatic eye or keep it soft and subtle –you can’t go wrong.”    – Christian Siriano This Tinted Lip Oil is infused with Jojoba, Apricot, and Vitamin E to nourish and hydrate your lips with each application. Ingredients:  Polybutene, Octyldodecanol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Frag...
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Brand : Physician's Formula Product : Butter Highlighter Shade :  Iridescence - pink/violet shimmer CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  I love it when you can pick up a good highlighter from a drugstore brand!  Iridescence is prettier in person.  Actually is a pink/violet shimmer.  Does not emphasize pores. Brand Description:  Physician's Formula Butter Highlighter is an ultra-luxurious and multi-dimensional cream-to-powder highlighter for a radiant Brazilian goddess glow! Lightweight one-swipe blendable coverage features ultra-refined pearls and soft-focus pigments that smooth skin texture, brighten skin tone and deliver a gorgeous highlighted finish Infused with a powerful blend of Murumuru Butter, Capuacu Butter and Tucuma Butter, from the lush and nutrient-rich Amazon Packed with essential fatty acids and pro-vitamins that soften, condition and moisturize skin, leaving it silky soft Ingredients:  Isononyl Isonona...
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Brand : IDUN Minerals Product : Eyeshadow Shade : Pion CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  Highly pigmented.  Large pan.  Easy to apply and longwear.  Swatched without primer. Brand Description:  IDUN Mineral’s single eyeshadows contain ultra-purified minerals providing intense color with shimmery and matte finish. All IDUN Minerals eyeshadows are ophthalmologist tested. Ingredients:  Kaolin, Mica, Zinc Oxide, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica. [+/-] C.I. 77491, C.I. 77499, C.I. 77742
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Brand : Dose of Colors Product : Stay Glossy Lip Gloss Shade : Jazzy - copper rose with multi color reflects Brand picture CRUELTY FREE VEGAN PARABEN FREE GLUTEN FREE Binxcat's Musing:  Quite simply, this is the perfect copper rose gloss.  Beautiful shade, easy and comfortable to wear. Brand Description:   An ultra glossy non-sticky formula with a unique smooth feel. Can be worn alone or over any lipstick. Ingredients:   Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polybutene, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Isohexadecane, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Mica, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Aluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate, Octydodecanol, Flavor/Aroma, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Silica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Boron Nitride, Iron Oxides (CI 77499) Saccharin, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), BHT, Octadecyl D...
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Brand :  Essence Cosmetics Product : extreme lasting eye pencil Shade : 04 nighttime in the jungle CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing:  Creamy on application but does set to be longwear.  Nice dark olive green shade. Ingredients:   ISODODECANE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, DIMETHICONE, SYNTHETIC WAX, POLYETHYLENE, POLYBUTENE, SILICA, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 DIISOSTEARATE/POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE/SEBACATE, STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE) ISODODECANE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, DIMETHICONE, SYNTHETIC WAX, POLYETHYLENE, POLYBUTENE, SILICA, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 DIISOSTEARATE/POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE/SEBACATE, STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) ISODODECANE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, DIMETHICONE, SYNTHETIC WAX, POLYETHYLENE, MICA, POLYBUTENE, SILICA, ...
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Brand : Andy Candy Makeup Product : Eye Shadow Primer Shade : Cake Batter CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing:  I received this product as a GWP with a makeup order.  Ok, how much fun is this?!  Because of my long, natural nails, I applied this with a synthetic brush.  The primer worked well and did not crease during wear.  Product did extend the wear of my pigments without emphasizing any lid flaws.  The scent was soft and dissipated on wear. Brand Description:   Andy Candy Makeup Cake Batter Eyeshadow Primer is an essential product to any makeup regimen. A high quality eyeshadow primer allows your eyeshadow to go on more easily, prevents your makeup from creasing/cracking after extended wear. Our original Cake Batter Eyeshadow Primer has (vanilla) scent. Instructions for use: Apply a thin coat of CAKE BATTER EYESHADOW PRIMER product with a small flat brush or clean finger to the eyelid or around the ey...
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Brand :  Too Faced Product :  Magic Crystal Lip Topper Shade : Unicorn Tears CRUELTY FREE PARABEN FREE GLUTEN FREE Binxcat's Musing:  I bought this product to pair with the TF Unicorn Tears holo lipstick.  The pair beautifully together and amp up the holo effect.  This product is non-sticky and works well on its own as well. Brand Description:   This holographic lip gloss shifts in color with changes in light. Wear it on top of your favorite lipstick to instantly transform it into a mystical finish or wear alone for a pretty prismatic effect. Holographic formula shifts color depending on the light Perfect topper to transform any lip color into a mystical finish Non-sticky formula Use on top of your favorite Melted Matte shade Ingredients:   Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Silica, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Microcrystalline Wax/Cera Microcri...
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Brand : IDUN Minerals Product : Pressed Powder - Illuminator Shade :  Tilda CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  Beautiful packaging aside, Tilda has become a staple in my makeup routine.  I use this over my foundation to set the foundation and create a flawless, illuminated (radiant) look that lasts all day without the use of setting spray. Brand Description:   Tilda is a pressed powder with an illuminating effect and is used as the last step in your face routine. The illuminating finish gives a natural and healthy results and work on all skin colors due to the transparent formula. Tilda is replacing the loose powder Tyra. Important ingredients – Highly purified minerals Suitable for all skin types, also sensitive skin Flexible packaging with a built-in mirror Ingredients:   Mica, Kaolin, Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Silica, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, [+/-] ...
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Brand : Kitten Empire Cosmetics Collection :  Tim Burton Eyeshadow Collection Product :  Loose Eyeshadow Shade :  Beetlejuice - lime green (shimmer) CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing:  Don't need to say this three times - wow, this lime green shimmer is a stunner!  Lots of pigment, no fallout over sticky primer, wears all day.  Swatched without primer. No additional information available at this time.
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Brand : AmmoCosmetix Product :  Loose Pigment Shade :  Confessionista CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing:  I received this product as a GWP.  the shade was created for the Facebook Group - Confessions of a Cosmetologist/MUA.  I'm sharing to show the quality of the loose pigments from the brand. No additional information available at this time.
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Brand : Too Faced Product :  L a Creme Mystical Effects Lipstick Shade :  Angel Tears -  iridescent pearl, blossoms into shimmering soft coral CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing:  This is an easy to wear soft coral.  On wear, the coral is somewhat more obvious than on arm swatching due to the natural pigment in the lips.  Like the others released by the brand, the shimmer is so fine that it is not bothersome.  No issues with pulling into lip lines. Brand Description:   Indulge lips with mystical creamy color that changes with your own unique body chemistry. Contains shade-shifting technology that changes the color depending on body temperature Infused with White Lotus Flower Extract for soothing hydration Infused with signature sweet unicorn scent One-swipe formula Ingredients:   Polybutene, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil/Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Diisostearyl Malate, Synthetic Fluorphlog...
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Brand : Jordana Cosmetics Product : Cosmic Glow Holographic Lip Gloss Shade :  Galactic Blue CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  Beautiful on its own, this non-sticky gloss is also stunning as a lip topper over your fav shades.  Brand Description:   Shoot for the stars with a pout that glitters, glistens, and shines! Cosmic Glow Holographic Lip Gloss promises a new level of sheer high shine with a shimmering, iridescent finish. This weightless, non-sticky formula with color shifting pearls can be worn alone, or over any lipstick for a multi-dimensional, cosmic effect! Available in 6 out of this world shades.   Ingredients:   Polyisobutene, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Silica Silylate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, 12-Hydroxystearate Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Flavor (Aroma), Phenoxyethanol, Polyethylene, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Tocopheryl Acetate, Benz...
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Brand : e.l.f.   Collection :  e.l.f. x Christian Siriano Product :  Eyeshadow Palette - Bold Bouquet CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing: This collab completely knocks it out of the park.  This is a gorgeous shadow palette for Spring.  I love how well thought out the shades and mix of finishes is.  Note the well thought out larger pan for the shade that would most likely be most often used.  The included brush is also pretty respectable. Brand Description:  “Like a bouquet of flowers, this palette is a mix of bold and subtle colors with different textures. Have fun experimenting and creating your own style!”      - Christian Siriano Ingredients:  Talc, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Silica, Boron Nitride, PTFE, Magnesium Palmitate, Magnesium Stearate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Kaolin, Phenoxyethanol, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane...
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Brand : Kokie Cosmetics Product :  Professional Velvet Smooth Eyeliner Shade :  Bright Blue CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  This eyeliner goes on creamy and sets.  The brand states it is waterproof and longwear.  I would also add that I find this to be smudge-proof.  Brand Description:  Ah, pencil eyeliners--a tried and true staple. We’ve taken the much-loved pencil and given it the Kokie treatment. Our formula is butter-soft, glides on smooth, and lasts all day. And because we hate to be boring, we’ve made sure to provide 12 exciting, gorgeous colors so your eyes are always poppin! These super rich colors won’t transfer, won’t run and have some serious waterproof power, so you can confidently apply them to your waterline. Use our beautiful Champagne color on your eyes’ inner corners to brighten them up, or the beautiful Bronzed, Gilded Gold, or Sterling Silver to add metallic drama to your look. For a softer eye, try blending ...
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Brand :  AmmoCosmetix Product :   Love Ablaze Pressed Pigment Palette Shades :   Ablaze Pigment - Garnet red shimmer pigment with copper and pink iridescence Ardent Pigment - Peachy-red semi-sheer pigment with aqua/green/gold color shifting iridescence and green and blue microglitters Wild Nights! Blush - Strawberry pink/red blush with a slight peach iridescence Flirt Highlighter - Bright cotton candy pink highlighter in an intense foiled finish Desire Pigment - Coral glittery multichrome pigment with bright violet, red, pink, orange, and yellow shift Blush shade is bottom right in star quad.  Highlighter is very bottom star. CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing:  Cohesive warm-toned palette for a complete look. Brand Description:  Love Ablaze palette features 3 duochrome pressed pigments, an iridecent blush, and a foiled highlighter in a gorgeous pink and red color scheme that is...
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Brand : Essence Cosmetics Product :  Vibrant Shock Lash & Brow Gel Mascara Shade : 02 sparkle on... CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  Sparkle On seems slightly thinner in formula than the other shades I've tested.  The thinness does not seem to effect the application or wear.  The silver shimmer did not require a white primer to be visible on my black lashes. Brand Description:   Shock your brows! The Essence Vibrant Shock Lash & Brow Gel Mascara is a 2-in-1 colored metallic gel mascara can be used on the lashes or brows. Small brush for easy application. Ingredients:   Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Acrylates/Palmeth-25 Acrylate Copolymer, Mica, Ppg-17/Ipdi/Dmpa Copolymer, Acrylates Copolymer, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Galactoarabinan, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Potassium Sorbate, Farnesol, Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 77891 (Tita...
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Brand :  Too Faced Product : La Creme Mystical Lipstick Shade :  Fairy Tears -  iridescent light yellow, blossoms into shimmering pink champagne CRUELTY FREE VEGAN Binxcat's Musing:  Wow.  I did not expect this iridescent yellow to shift to such a bold pink champagne!  It's stunning!  The shimmer is so fine that it is not bothersome.  No issues with pulling into lip lines. Brand Description:   Indulge lips with mystical creamy color that changes with your own unique body chemistry. Contains shade-shifting technology that changes the color depending on body temperature Infused with White Lotus Flower Extract for soothing hydration Infused with signature sweet unicorn scent One-swipe formula Ingredients:   Polybutene, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil/Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Diisostearyl Malate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyethylene, Punica Granatum Sterols, C12-15 Alkyl Lactate, C...
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Brand : Artist Couture Product :  Diamond Glow Powder Shade :  Supernova - opalescent pink and lavender  CRUELTY FREE PARABEN FREE Safe for: eyes, lips, body Binxcat's Musing:  Superb loose powder highlighter.  The description on the Sephora site is incorrect.  This is NOT an opalescent lavender and blue duo chrome radiant finish.  This shade is as the brand describes - an opalescent pink with a lavender duochrome shift.  On wear, it did not emphasize pores.  This would make a stellar eye and lip topper! Brand Description:  A shimmering loose powder highlighter with highly reflective, iridescent pearls.  Embrace your glow like a true glow-getter. Diamond Glow Powders were created with versatility and customization in mind. Start with a subtle, luminous sheen or build this powder up for an intense, amplified look. Mix your favorite shades to create a "couture cocktail" and take your highlight game to ...
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Brand : Dose of Color s Product :  Stay Glossy Lip Gloss Shade : Goalz CRUELTY FREE VEGAN PARABEN FREE GLUTEN FREE Binxcat's Musing:  Goalz is slightly less opaque than other shades in this release.  That said, it is still gorgeous alone or over another lip product.  I find this to be non-sticky.  The shimmer is so fine, it is not bothersome.   Brand Description:   An ultra glossy non-sticky formula with a unique smooth feel. Can be worn alone or over any lipstick. Ingredients:   Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polybutene, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Octydodecanol, Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate,  Isohexadecane, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Mica,  Flavor/Aroma, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Boron Nitride, Saccharin, BHT, Octadecyl Di-t-butyl-4-hydrox...
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Brand : LASplash Cosmetics Product : Dauntless Lashes Triple Threat Mascara Shade : Feisty Save 25% on your LASplash purchase with my Affiliate Code.  Code is BINX . Code may be excluded on some sale items. CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  Fabulous shade for statement lashes.  Like the other shades from this brand (search my blog for other shade swatches), Feisty does not disappoint!  Brand Description:  The Ultimate! 3 in 1 smudge-proof, Volumizing, lengthening mascara in 6 vibrant colors. Ingredients:  Aqua, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Polyurethane 33, CI 77000, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Nylon-66, Titanium Dioxide, Propylene Glycol, V/P Eicosene Copolymer, Shellac, Simethicone, Polysorbate 20, Stearic Acid, Cera Alba, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Xanthan Gum, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer, Citric Acid, Ozokerite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, PVP, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol, Propylparaben, Methylpa...
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Brand : Essence Cosmetics Product : Eyeshadow Palette Shade :     All About the Magical Forest CRUELTY FREE Binxcat's Musing:  This palette has a nice mix of finishes that all perform well.  Pops of color are perfect for Spring!  Swatched with no primer. Brand Description:  Essence All About The Magical Forest Eyeshadow Palette is a go to for beautiful eyes. Gorgeous eyeshadow palette with eight complementing shades, from popping pink to smokey brown. You'll be able to create a fun colorful eye look. Palette features buildable colors with satin, matte and metallic finishes. Ingredients:  Mica, Talc, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Nylon-12, Polypropylene, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Zinc Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyethylene, Diisostearyl Malate, Tocopherol, Stearyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Octadecene, Ptfe, Hexylene Glycol, D...