Category Archives: Makeup Reviews

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

Image of e.l.f. Wild Mineral Eyeshadow ** 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. **

Brown eyeshadow – sounds like a bore, doesn’t it? I understand it can be hard to get excited about neutrals. They’re usually just supporting actors in a colorful makeup production. But e.l.f. Wild Mineral Eyeshadow is a co-star that’s ready to elbow the main attraction outta the way and steal the spotlight for itself.

This is a brown neutral with a shimmering twist, which makes it a versatile actor. Wear it on the lid or in the crease, and you get a solid performance every time. It’s one of my most trusted from the many elf mineral eyeshadows that I own! Continue reading →

NYX Chaotic Dramatic Chromatic Eyeshadow Pigment 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. **

What’s your favorite type of eyeshadow? For the longest time, I’ve avoided loose pigments just because I always thought they’d be super messy to apply. And being the careless klutz that I am, I always fear that I would topple the container and have powder flying all over my bathroom. I’m a Worry Wart – I think about stuff like that!

After trying NYX Dramatic Chromatic Eyeshadow Pigment, I’m a convert. It’s NYX, and it’s a blue eyeshadow, so of course I love it! The name “Dramatic Chromatic” doesn’t set itself up for failure. I think it really lives up to it and adds stunning and captivating color to my eyes.

Note: Swatch And Learn’s 1-year anniversary is coming up, and we’ll be hosting a giveaway to celebrate! This pigment is just one of many items Mary or I have purchased specifically to give away. Stay tuned for more information at a later time. 🙂 Continue reading →

MAC Goldensoft Lipgelee Swatches & Review

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MAC Goldensoft Lipgelee Review & Pictures MAC Lipgelees are my favorite lip glosses because they make my lips feel smooth and moisturized, while giving them a lot of shine.

They have a thicker consistency, which I prefer because I’m not a fan of Vaseline-thin products that last all of 5 minutes and force me to constantly re-apply it like some sort of addict.

The first one I tried a couple of years ago was the MAC Goldensoft Lipgelee.

Although it can look super blingy and intimidating in the tube, on your lips, it imparts a very natural-looking sheen with peachy-gold particles that really catch the light.

The sheer formula makes it great for any skin tone. Plus it lends itself to being used as a layer over lipstick.

This lip gloss was my go-to daily staple until I started buying other Lipgelee shades and lip products from non-MAC brands for variety.

If you don’t mind spending a little more and if you’re looking for a lip gloss that’s easy-to-wear, goes with virtually everything, and isn’t a boisterous hue, I highly recommend Goldensoft. Continue reading →

NYX Power of Love Brush On Gloss 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. **

A few weeks ago, I stepped into a Sephora for the first time in a long, long while. I can’t believe I held out for so long. Proud of myself for being able to stay away from a store full of makeup, I rewarded myself with a visit into said store full of makeup. Hey, I was due a visit. I’m sure they missed my credit card as much as I missed them.

That was when I saw the Givenchy Gelee d’Interdit lip glosses, new for 2011. I zoned in on Electric Purple like a hawk zones in on its prey. Then I got distracted. Since I already have something similar to Electric Purple, I decided I wanted Frozen Pink instead… until I saw the price: $29 CAD. Yikes! I left with my head down, lip pouting and hand empty.

I met up with Mary a few days later, and she kindly gave me NYX Power of Love Brush On Gloss. It’s not Frozen Pink by any means, which has a cooler-toned, darker pink with a metallicky finish… at least that’s what I remember from looking at the tube. But both had lots of sparkles, and the power of love for glitter swayed me.

Update: I went back to Sephora to check out Frozen Pink – it doesn’t look like this one… or even close to what I remembered it to be. I don’t know what I was thinking! Haha! Continue reading →

Almay intense i-color Powder Shadow Trio for Browns 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 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 →

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

Everyday Minerals Art Girl Eyeshadow Rollerball Review & Swatches