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Almay intense i-color Powder Shadow Trio for Browns Review & Swatches

** This post was written by Fiona. She no longer blogs for Swatch And Learn. However, Mary still continues to blog and will be happy to reply to your comment. **

I love single shadows that let me mix and match my colors to create a unique look. But sometimes you just need something quick and easy – colors you know go well together. Almay intense i-color Powder Shadow Trio for Brows is one of them. Lucky for me, this is a set of purples, and I love me some purps.

Previously, I tried their liner and absolutely loved the vibrant amethyst purple. In comparison, these purples are not so brilliant, but rather dull. The main reason why I don’t think this is worth the buy at all. Continue reading →

Crown Luna BK14 Deluxe Oval Shadow Review & Pictures

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** This post was written by Fiona. She no longer blogs for Swatch And Learn. However, Mary still continues to blog and will be happy to reply to your comment. **

Putting on makeup can be like a movie production, even if you’re only applying a few products. We mostly remember the colorful performances of star players and forget about the behind-the-scene hard workers. They’re important! After all, could you imagine if Jack Sparrow’s vest were hot pink (he’d still be drool-worthy)? Or what if The King’s Speech was done at a voice-editing level of an English-dubbed anime?

We give credit where credit is due when it comes to pretty eyeshadows, lip colors and awesome blushes. But what about the brushes? They play such a big part in applying makeup! Have you ever tried Crown brushes? I first experimented with them from IMATS last year and really liked the quality for the price.

Today I’ll be reviewing Crown Luna BK14 Deluxe Oval Shadow. I purchased this during a shopping spree online at Crown. I was actually looking to buy back-ups of this awesome shadow brush I got at IMATS, but I couldn’t find it. Too bad for me. 🙁 Come see why. Continue reading →

e.l.f. Glamorous Mineral Eyeshadow Review & Swatches

Everyday Minerals Art Girl Eyeshadow Rollerball Review & Swatches

Revlon Orange Pop Review & Swatches

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** This post was written by Fiona. She no longer blogs for Swatch And Learn. However, Mary still continues to blog and will be happy to reply to your comment. **

I’m not a very bright and sunny person, and the colors I like reflect that. So it’s not really a surprise that Revlon Orange Pop is my first ever orange nail polish. But you know what? I like the happy-go-lucky, look-at-me-I’m-more-vibrant-than-the-sun, and I-demand-all-the-attention-you-can-give-me orange.

Although I probably wouldn’t have picked this up if it weren’t scented. Yes, I was drawn in forcefully by the novelty of a scented nail polish. I’m weak. Sue me. 😛 I call this a novelty because, well, this fad fades fast. The color, however, I think is here to stay. It’s very pretty, and I would wear it even if the polish isn’t fragranced. Continue reading →

Roc Enydrial Repairing Lip Care Review & Pictures

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** This post was written by Fiona. She no longer blogs for Swatch And Learn. However, Mary still continues to blog and will be happy to reply to your comment. **

An obscure product to be reviewing, right? But I’m on a skincare obsession lately and want to do everything possible to better take care of my skin. So about a month ago, I made a solemn vow to never neglect my lips again. Since that fateful day, I’ve been searching for a lip-care product that softens and moisturizes my lips – without hassle. Chapstick has always been my weapon of choice when it comes to lip protection. It did the job well, but it’s not perfect by any means.

As I was checking out at the drugstore with a Chapstick in hand, the beautician suggested Roc Enydrial Repairing Lip Care instead. She said that it’s a treatment and she recommends it to construction workers who suffer from dry skin from working in the elements for long hours. I’m so flippin’ weak. I was swayed at the snap of a finger and made the purchase.

Good choice or a regretful one? Find out! Continue reading →

The Body Shop Mango Body Scrub Review & Pictures

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** This post was written by Fiona. She no longer blogs for Swatch And Learn. However, Mary still continues to blog and will be happy to reply to your comment. **

The other day, I bumped into a “friend” from the past. Awkward. We exchanged pleasantries, said we’d Facebook keep in touch, and ended it with a hug. The odd thing is that the only thought that ran across my head was, “Boy, I’m glad I don’t stink.” (Not that that’s a usual concern for me…I think).

I didn’t have perfume on that day, but I was wearing The Body Shop Mango Body Butter. I love the fragrance that it gives off – it’s fresh and fruity without being overpowering. I usually don’t like sweet scents, but there’s something so refreshing about this that I absolutely love. So when The Body Shop had a sale, I naturally picked up the matching body scrub.

Overall, I like The Body Shop Mango Body Scrub. It’s especially good for layering underneath the body butter. But I’m not as head over heels as I am with the body butter. Continue reading →