Bobbi Brown Crystal Lip Gloss

Even after trying this crystal gloss ($17, bobbi brown) just one time, I have to take back everything I said about it being like the drugstore gloss I used in high school.

This morning I applied the gloss over my bobbi brown SPF 15 lip balm just for fun. It went on so smooth and silky, not sticky at all. The best part was that my boyfriend didn't even complain about the gloss when he kissed me! I don't think he even noticed it, that's how smooth it is.

The shine itself was very nice, not overpowering or ultra-lacquered, but a very nice polished shine. After I applied it I didn't even notice I had it on. I used to really dislike gloss in general because most of them are so sticky or taste terrible or are just plain uncomfortable, but this sets the new standard.

This gloss would be perfect over my covergirl outlast lipstain, and over any lipstain for that matter! I highly recommend this for anyone craving a little more shine or for someone who wants a natural but "done" look for day or night. I hope you love it as much as I do.

love,

iCandy

Bobbi Brown Lip Balm SPF 15- Quick Take

Last week I ordered this lip balm from bobbi brown. I figured I might as well take advantage of the free shipping and the samples.

Although this balm is definitely a necessity, I bought it mostly because it was one of the few things I could afford ($17). After getting home and opening the package, I saw it is a little smaller than what I thought I would get. It is 15g in comparison to my Rosebud Salve which is 22g. But, there are a lot of really great, high-quality moisturizing ingredients in this balm like jojoba oil, olive oil, and lavender.

I like the texture of this balm, it is very fine and smooth and really sinks in to make my lips soft as opposed to sitting on top of my lips without being absorbed. Combine that with SPF and I say this balm is a definite winner. I think it is definitely worth it despite the high price, but we'll see how it performs on a day-to-day basis and I will keep you posted!

On another note, the mini crystal gloss sample was a little disappointing. It looks like the clear gloss I used to buy from the drugstore in high school, but as I haven't even tried it yet I probably shouldn't judge. The other two samples I got are the cleansing oil (which I'm dying to try) and the luminous moisturizing foundation.

Happy almost-Friday! love, iCandy

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics

For a few weeks now I've been eyeing the fancy beauty products at bobbibrowncosmetics.com, but I haven't built up the courage to spend so much money on products I've never tried before. So I was pleased tonight to find this in my inbox:

WEEKEND EXCLUSIVE
Enjoy FREE Standard Shipping on Any Order PLUS a Mini Crystal Lip Gloss!
This Weekend Only: August 7-9

Enter offer code ENJOY5 at checkout (one time use only)

This gives me the perfect excuse to try some of Bobbi Brown's award-winning products! So, in honor of this weekend's exclusive promo code and beauty in general, here is my fall wishlist of bobbi brown cosmetics!

1. Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner $21.00- A multi award winning eyeliner that comes in the most amazing colors! Somewhere between liquid and solid, gel eyeliner combines the drama of a liquid liner with the

application ease of a solid liner. For myself and all of my other brown-eyed bunnies, I would go with a dark blue, indigo or a shiny blue-green such as cobalt blue (03), Indigo Ink (20), or Ivy Shimmer Ink (14).

For all of you icy blue-eyed gals I recommend a warm brown with orange undertones like Bronze Shimmer Ink (09).

Don't think I forget about you green-eyed and hazel gals. Go with a Red-based brown or deep purple to really make your eyes stand out. My picks are Black Plum Ink (08) or Violet Ink (04).

2. Shimmer Wash Eye-Shadow $20.00- A shimmery, sheer

eyeshadow; use the lighter shades (Gold, Petal, Beige) as a highlighter on your brow-bone and in the inner corners of your eyes, and the darker shades (Black Plum, Eggplant, Sapphire) as a defining shade on top of liner.

3. Lip Balm SPF 15 $17.00- Simple, but so necessary! A daily lip balm with SPF to protect your lips from the harsh rays of the sun. Normally I just slap on some Rosebud Salve in the morning but sadly, it doesn't give me any sun protection so I might just have to upgrade to this lovely balm!

Remember, you get to choose 2 free samples with any online purchase (plus the crystal lip gloss sample makes 3!).Enjoy the promo code and have a happy friday ladies!

love,

iCandy