I’ve mentioined this before, but my first jobs were actually as a makeup artist and one of my first internships was with Eva Chen in the Teen Vogue Beauty department. I spent years doing makeup for all my high school’s theater productions, friends, & even worked at Sephora for a bit. Point being: Beauty, I like it.

1. K.O. Knockout Nailpolish in Matte Black Price: 22 bones / Verdict: Try it

This new nailpolish created by Hedwig & the Angry Inch makeup artist Mike Potter promises to goes on flat and dry to a chalkboard black finish in just one coat.

My experience with KO was interesting to say the least. I took it into a local nail salon & used over fake nails (I still bite my natural ones). The nail lady was utterly confused by my request to forgo the top coat, & also complained about the thickness of the polish. The nail lady really hated it – but I loved the final look and the flat color definitely stands apart from every other “it girl” manicure.

Pros: Unique matte black color, Only 1 coat needed, Dries within seconds

Cons: Very thick formula, Flat color only lasts a few days then wears to a normal shiny coat after that

2. Guerlain Terracotta Kajal Intense Indian Kohl Price: 35 bones / Verdict: Returned It

I bought this on a whim because of a feature in WWWD. But I did need a new liner. Guerlain promises an “intense black, smooth gliding, long wearing” liner, & instead I got a not-that-intense black that smudged very easily (a problem I don’t have often). And for 1 oz. the price tag is far from worth it. I actually tried this side-by-side with my Maybelline Define-a-Line and the latter lasted longer, and went on darker/smoother… for $5.

Pros: Cute Packaging

Cons: Can’t sharpen due to softness/shape, Price per oz., Does’t last, Not dark enough

3. Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder Price: 30 bones / Verdict: Buy it

This is what I bought when I returned the aforementioned product. I had heard about it, but thought it would be something like a simiar BareMinerales product that I didn’t like. I was so wrong. I’m always skeptical of translucent powders – I mean, how much can they really do? With this one did a lot. On both bare skin, and over my foundation. It basically elimated the appearance of pores, and had a true airbrush like effect. I even got compliments from each of my male friends telling I look really good the first day I wore it.

Pros: Awesome airbrush effect, Can be used alone or over foundation, Talc-free, Mattifying

Cons: The light powder is hard to pick up on your brush, but they do have a reccommended alternative Kabuki brush, Potentially messy – but wipes up easily

4. Lolita Lempicka Eau de Parfum Price: 44 bones / Verdict: Try it

I think I’ve written about this before, but it’s worth another mention. I originally found it after smelling Paris Hilton at a party and trying to hunt down her fragrence. This is close, if not it. It’s very sweet, but not immature, and doesn’t give me a headache like many perfumes that smell like old ladies. It’s a perfect blend of floral (Violet) & sweet (Vanilla). I mixed it with a little YSL Elle, and that was great too.

Pros: Boys love it, Girls love it, Long-lasting

Cons: None

Do you guys have any products I should try?

xo J

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