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Warm Peachy Makeup Tutorial (Vegan & Cruelty-Free)
Since it's been requested so many times... here's my first makeup tutorial in a VERY long time! This warm peachy look is the one I wear when I'm not sure what makeup to do, my real 'go-to'. THe bonus? All products are vegan and cruelty-free.
Enjoy!
Since it's been requested so many times... here's my first makeup tutorial in a VERY long time! This warm peachy look is the one I wear when I'm not sure what makeup to do, my real 'go-to'. The bonus? All products are vegan and cruelty-free.
Enjoy!
Watch it here or on YouTube!
All products used...
concealer... kat von d lock-it concealer creme in L5 neutral
brows... anastasia beverly hills brow wiz in caramel
bronzer... too faced chcolate soleil bronzer
blush... too faced love flush blush in your love is king
powder... too faced primed and poreless skin smoothing pressed powder
highlight... becca shimmering skin perfector pressed in moonstone
eyeshadow... elf mad for matte palette (review here: http://plantbasedbride.com/blog/elf-mad-for-matte-review)
eyeliner... tarte tartiest double take eyeliner
mascara... tarte tartiest mascara
lipstick... dose of colours liquid lipstick in truffle
Would you like to see more beauty content from me? Let me know in the comments!
Until next time,
Everyday Makeup
Today I'm talking about the vegan and cruelty-free products that I reach for on a daily basis! They all come from cruelty-free brands, though their parent companies may not be cruelty-free. Remember that while all of these individual products are vegan, the brands aren't necessarily and may reformulate at any time! Always read the ingredients to be 100% sure.
Today I'm talking about the vegan and cruelty-free products that I reach for on a daily basis! They all come from cruelty-free brands, though their parent companies may not be cruelty-free. Remember that while all of these individual products are vegan, the brands aren't necessarily and may reformulate at any time! Always read the ingredients to be 100% sure.
You can watch the video here, or on YouTube!
PRODUCTS MENTIONED
Kat Von D Lock-It Tattoo Foundation
e.l.f. Mad for Matte Palette
Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzer
Too Faced Love Flush Blush in Your Love is King (not all shades are vegan!)
Too Faced Primed And Poreless Pressed Powder
OCC Concealer in Y0
Pacifica Aquarian Gaze Mascara
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
Dose Of Colors Liquid Lipstick in Stone
Mehron Gloss Tone Lipgloss in Coral Reef
Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick in Laguna Beach
LINKS & THINGS I TALKED ABOUT
Go read the blog post that goes with this video! http://www.plantbasedbride.com/blog/everyday-makeup
Cruelty-Free and Vegan Brands List: http://plantbasedbride.com/blog/cruelty-free-and-vegan-brands-list
Kat Von D Lock-It Tattoo Foundation Review:
http://plantbasedbride.com/blog/kat-von-d-lock-it-tattoo-foundation-review
e.l.f. Mad for Matte Palette Review:
http://plantbasedbride.com/blog/elf-mad-for-matte-review
Pacifica Aquarian Gaze Mascara Review:
http://plantbasedbride.com/blog/pacifica-aquarian-gaze-mascara-review
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara Review:
http://plantbasedbride.com/blog/review-too-faced-better-than-sex-mascara
What do you think of my potential wedding makeup? Any and all tips are welcomed!
Until next time,
Review: Kat Von D Lock-It Tattoo Foundation (Vegan & Cruelty-Free)
Since switching over to vegan and cruelty-free makeup I have been in search of a great foundation for my wedding day. I have tried products from Cover Fx, Too Faced, and more to no avail. After having tried various Kat Von D products, I couldn't help but hope that her foundation would be up to the task. After using it for over a month I think I'm ready to give it an honest review!
Since switching over to vegan and cruelty-free makeup I have been in search of a great foundation for my wedding day. I have tried products from Cover Fx, Too Faced, and more to no avail. After having tried various Kat Von D products, I couldn't help but hope that her foundation would be up to the task. After using it for over a month I think I'm ready to give it an honest review!
What Kat Von D has to say about it:
Lock-It Foundation rocks so hard! Creamy and pigmented, it’s the only long-wear liquid formula we can count on to create a perfect canvas.
One little pump is all it takes to even out discoloration, stop shine and hide blemishes! The coverage is AMAZING, whether you apply with a brush or a sponge. And it’s so long-wear, we can go a full 24 hours without touching up or re-applying (Kat herself has put this to the test). That velvety matte finish will stay flawless through hell or high water!
Science nerds, pay attention! Formulated with 21% pigment, our powerful potion is loaded with proprietary pigments plus an exclusive blend of siliconic elastomers and siliconic esters which bind the formula, so your foundation stays fade-free and transfer- proof! Lock-It, you always have us looking and feeling like a total goddess.
The bottle features an innovative airless chamber design that prevents contamination and maintains Lock-It’s rich consistency. That means you get a fresh, precisely measured dose with every pump!
Rule the Lock-It look! Share your pretty face on Instagram with #kvdlook.
#VeganAlert!
100% Cruelty Free Forever!
Mix a dab of Lock-It Featherweight Primer into your Lock-It Foundation to completely customize your amount of coverage. Can you say #GameChanger?!
Cost: $35 US / $42 CAD
Amount: 1 oz
Is it vegan? Yes!
Is it cruelty-free? Yes!
Shade: Light 46
Ingredients:
- Optical Diffusers: Treated pigments visually minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while increasing luminosity on the skin.
- Emollients: Impart excellent slip and playtime; ensure softness.
- Glycerin: Extremely hydrating.
- Siliconic Elastomers: Long-lasting esters with emollient properties; provide dry, semi-matte finish.
- Mattifying Powders: Texturing agent; increase powder effect and absorption properties.
- Siliconic Ester: Provides no-transfer properties.
Water, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Polysilicone-11, Butylene Glycol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Silica Dimethicone Silylate, Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Isododecane, Sodium Chloride, Methicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Calcium Carbonate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Trihydroxystearin, Potassium Sorbate, Methylpropanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium Edta, Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone. May Contain (+/-):CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77492 (Iron Oxide), CI 77491 (Iron Oxide), CI 77499 (Iron Oxide).
What I think…
The Good
- Extremely full coverage - covers blemishes and discoloration well on its own;
- Great selection of 20 shades;
- Not drying or oil producing;
- No parabens or synthetic fragrances;
- Beautiful smooth and matte finish;
- Long lasting (all day and night. Really!);
- The pump is great for dispensing product.
The Bad
- The cost - $42 for foundation is steep;
- Starts at full coverage and can only build up from there - admittedly mixing with primer may solve this problem and I did find that mixing it with my moisturizer sheered it out a bit;
- It dries very quickly making it slightly difficult to work with (I apply as quickly as possible using my fingers). I've heard this can be solved by mixing it with a drop or two of oil (though I haven't tried it) but do find that when I have mixed with my moisturizer it takes more time to dry and therefore becomes a bit easier to apply;
- It can look slightly cakey if too much is applied over uneven skin.
The Ugly
- There is no way to close the foundation after taking it out of the initial packaging so traveling with it is messy.
Rating: 4/5
Final Verdict: I love this foundation. It isn't perfect, but it is pretty amazing! I wish the pump could be closed for travelling, as wasting a $42 foundation in my makeup bag is no fun. However, this foundation has the best finish of any vegan foundation I have yet to try! If I can find a foundation as beautiful as this one wth medium rather than full coverage (to let my freckles shine through) I'll be golden. If not, this one is the winner for me!
Would I recommend? Yes, to anyone with normal to oily skin. For those with dry skin I would avoid it due to the matte finish and heavier coverage.
Have you tried Kat Von D's Lock-It Tattoo Foundation? What are your thoughts?
Do you have another favourite vegan foundation to recommend?
Let me know in the comments!
Until next time,
Looking for more vegan and cruelty-free reviews?
Pacifica Aquarian Gaze Mascara Review
Review: e.l.f. Mad For Matte Palette (Vegan & Cruelty-Free)
Hello, friends! It's time for another beauty review... and this time we're taking a look at the e.l.f. mad for matte eyeshadow palette! A compact palette of ten neutral matte shades at a very affordable price... but is it any good? Let's get into it!
Hello, friends! It's time for another beauty review... and this time we're taking a look at the e.l.f. mad for matte eyeshadow palette! A compact palette of ten neutral matte shades at a very affordable price... but is it any good? Let's get into it!
What e.l.f. has to say about it...
'Achieve both beautifully bold or subtle everyday eye looks with these perfectly curated 10 matte eyeshadow shades. This collection of hues is ideal for shading, highlighting, and defining the eyes. The satin matte shadows can be used as a liner, on the lid, and in the crease of the eye for an expertly contoured and blended look.' (from elfcosmetics.com)
Cost: $10 US
Vegan? Of course!
Cruelty-Free? 100%.
Ingredients: Talc, Mica, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Nylon-12, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol. May Contain:Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Red 40 Lake (CI 16035), Ultramarines (CI 77007)
This palette comes with a 10 neutral matte shades, ranging from light to dark and cool to warm. From left to right there is light nude, baby pink, light warm brown, medium pink beige, medium red brown, medium cool brown, medium taupe, dark warm brown, medium gray, and soft black.
The Good
- This palette has a nice range of everyday shades, making this a great starter kit for anyone transitioning to vegan and cruelty-free makeup;
- The matte shades are very wearable and versatile;
- Most of the shades are quite pigmented;
- Very affordable, and;
- Decent longevity of about 5 hours when applied dry with a brush.
The Bad
- The shades are smooth, but slightly chalky which means they can cause fallout, so be sure to tap off the excess before applying and be prepared for a bit of cleanup;
- The two lightest colours don't show up on my skin at all (but would perhaps be pretty on someone with a darker skin tone);
- The darker colours are difficult to blend, and;
- There is no highlight shade for lighter skin tones.
Shade by shade...
light nude... good for setting my primer or concealer on the lid, but not light enough to work as a highlight (basically invisible on my skin).
baby pink... almost invisible and not a good shade for my skin tone.
light warm brown... my go-to eyebrow colour since I picked up this palette! I used to use omega from MAC, and while this one has a warmer undertone than the cooler taupe of omega, that's actually a better match for my slightly reddish brown hair.
medium pink beige... a very pretty 'no makeup makeup' shade for the crease on days you want your eye look to be subtle, or a lid colour for a more dramatic look. Blends well.
medium red brown... a pretty everyday crease colour, blends relatively well.
medium cool brown... the cool version of your everyday crease shade, also blends pretty well.
medium taupe... for me this is the cool version of the medium pink beige, aka a great crease shade for subtle eye makeup or a nice lid colour for something dark and dramatic. Blends well.
dark warm brown... my favourite 'natural' eyeliner shade applied with an angled brush and a nice dramatic crease shade, but is a bit difficult to blend.
medium gray... a pretty late gray shade that is a nice subtle eyeliner or a pretty crease shade. Blends relatively well.
soft black... my favourite for everyday liner, applied with an angled brush. Another one that is more difficult to blend. Wetting the brush can deepen this shade and give it more of a dramatic feel, but it is definitely a SOFT black, not a deep or true black.
RATING: 4/5
Final Thoughts: This is a very good quality palette considering the price point and is a great starter kit for any vegan beauty lover! I wish it contained a true highlight shade as that would land it squarely in the land of all-in-one everyday eyeshadow palette, but I do think the shades are well varied. I find the fallout slightly irritating but it doesn't prevent me from using this palette daily. I dislike shimmery eyeshadow and wear almost exclusively neutral shades, so this palette a big hit - convenient and affordable!
Would I recommend? I would definitely recommend this palette if you are just starting your makeup collection (or restarting it, as I have been!) or want an all-in-one neutrals palette. It is also great for those of us without extra cash to spend on expensive single shadows or high-end palettes. Plus, it's 100% vegan and cruelty-free!
Do you have the e.l.f mad for matte palette? What did you think? Is there a vegan and cruelty-free product you'd like me to review or another e.l.f. product that you love? Let me know in the comments below!
Also, be sure to check out my list of cruelty-free beauty brands before you head on your next shopping trip!
Until next time,
