CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation

CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation

I am not the biggest fan of CoverGirl in general, but I had to give this Covergirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation a try.  The only other “whipped” mousse foundation that I’ve used is the Revlon Colorstay Whipped Creme, and I wanted to test out another one.  Luckily, the foundation cost exactly the same as that horrible Revlon Baby Stick  that I returned, so I could exchange one for the other at my local Walgreens without breaking my no-buy.  (I asked The Husband, and he agreed that, since no additional money was spent, it didn’t count as buying anything.)

I actually really like CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation for my skin type.  It is definitely not a foundation for everyone, though.  Here is what CoverGirl has to say: “Our lightweight whipped crème foundation gives your skin a boost of moisture without the greasy, shiny finish. You’ll love the dreamy, 100% breathable formula that leaves your skin looking smooth, natural, and matte. Available in 10 shades to match your skin tone.“

CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation

CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation comes in a much smaller jar than the Revlon Colorstay Whipped does.  It contains 0.2 fl oz less than Revlon, and the packaging is much less bulky and a lot more practical.  CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation is also a good three or four dollars less than the Revlon version.  Although CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation comes in 10 shades, it will be hard for many to find a good match.  The shade range is very limited when it comes to deeper tones, so those with darker skin won’t have much to choose from.  You also have to watch out for oddly pink or orange tones.  I chose 320 Creamy Natural because it was the best match that I could find.  I’ll be able to wear 320 as we head into summer and I get some color, but it will be too dark for me in the winter.  The shade below it, 310 had a very strong pink cast that would not have worked on me, though, so 320 is the best I can do.  I did not notice any oxidation with this shade.  There is no protective plastic or safety seals, so be sure to check your product before you buy to be sure that it hasn’t been tampered with.  The swatch below is coming out a little orange for some reason, but the true color is a lot closer to the picture in the jar above.

CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation- not blended

I did notice that CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation has a rather unpleasant scent that is typical of many CoverGirl foundations, but it fades quickly after application.  The formula itself is very nice, creamy and lightweight.  CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation is a lot lighter than Revlon Colorstay Whipped.  It also has less coverage.  CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation has a hydrating formula that sheers it out a bit, so the coverage starts out on the lighter side of medium and can be layered to reach the fuller side of medium.  It never quite achieves full coverage.  Don’t expect the same flawless finish as Revlon’s Whipped Creme Foundation.  CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation does look a lot more natural, though.  It has a semi-matte finish, not dewey, but also not flat matte either.  The formula blends easily and feel really nice on the skin.  It does not cling to dry patches, nor does it flake or cake up.  There are enough moisturizing properties in it to keep it looking smooth all over.

CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation- one layer blended out

The problem with all that creamy smoothness is that it seriously cuts into the longevity of the foundation.  I’m going to say that CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation is best suited for those with dry to normal skin.  You can pull it off if you have combination skin, as long as you are willing to set with a powder and touch up throughout the day.  Oily skin girls should stay away.  I have dry skin, but I have had a little bit of oil on my nose recently.  Not a lot, but enough that it behaves more like normal skin rather than dry.  I tried CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation both with and without setting it with powder (but always over primer).  Even on my dry skin, the foundation started breaking down after two or three hours when I didn’t set it.  By hour four or five there was a definite shine on my nose and a little in my T-zone, and there was very little coverage left.  When I did set it with powder I had better luck.  It didn’t start to break down around my nose until four or so hours in.  Either way, with no touch ups, the foundation will not make it through the work day.  If your skin is on the oilier side, it will fade on you even faster, and you will definitely need to blot.

I usually do not need my foundation to last more than six hours or so, and I am a little addicted to setting powder, so the longevity issues don’t bother me too much.  I actually really like the foundation, despite the problems.  It looks very good on my skin, and I’m glad that I got it.  However, CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation is definitely not for everybody.  If you have light to medium skin tone and it is on the dry to normal side, CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation was meant for you.  If you don’t fit that category, you may still want to try it out if you are curious, but realize that you may run into some problems.

I hope that I answered any questions that you might have had about CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation.  If not, go ahead and leave a comment below and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.  You can find CoverGirl Clean Whipped Creme Foundation at Walmart and Walgreens.  It will slowly be trickling into other stores, so keep an eye out for it.  If you have tried it out, let me know what your thoughts are in the comments below.

LORAC on Hautelook and Other Deals

Just a “quickie” post to let you know about some sales that are happening now and also one coming soon.

First of all, LORAC will be on Hautelook tomorrow.  I’m not sure what will be up, but Hautelook always has really good deals, so be sure to check it out.

Also, Ulta is still going with their “Love your Hair” event through June first.  Refer back to this post if you aren’t sure what that is.  Also be sure to check out Ulta’s website for more info about each day’s steals and deals.

Bath and Body Works will be having their Semi-Annual sale in a couple weeks.  The sale starts June 12th and will end July 7th.  I can’t wait to stock up.  I love B&BW!  I always take advantage of the great deals.

That’s all for now.  Don’t forget to check what special Memorial Day offers your favorite stores are running.  Many stores will be having some major sales starting tomorrow and going through Monday.

Sale Alert: Urban Decay

Urban Decay Afterglow Glide-On Cheek Tint

Hey, I just wanted to let you know that right now all seven shades of Urban Decay’s Afterglow Glide-On Cheek Tint are on sale.  Regularly $24.00, right now at urbandecay.com the cheek tints are going for $9.00 each.  If you like cream blushes, you  may want to jump on this sale while you can.  I don’t know if the deep discount means that the cheek tints are being discontinued.  They are out of stock on Sephora’s website, and not listed at all on Ulta’s site.

Here is what Urban decay has to say about the Afterglow Glide-On Cheek Tints: “Finally! Sheer, buildable cheek tints that glide on and feel weightless – (never heavy or greasy like your grandma’s cream blush). Our techy-feeling tint applies effortlessly on top of any foundation or bare skin… no pulling or rubbing needed to make it look right. And you’ll never get that powdery, cakey look that sometimes comes from powder blush.  Our modern, yummy shades include a shameless hot pink, a super-healthy berry and natural peachy tints, to name a few. The formula is loaded with good-for-you ingredients like Vitamin E, Vitamin C and Vitamin A, so your skin gets nourished and protected. The color goes on more sheer than it looks in the pan, but since its so buildable, YOU control how much you want to blush.  We also love to blend two shades together to mimic a natural flushed effect. Whether you’ve been a fan of cream blush in the past or not, the shades, the silky formula and the little foil snake on the top of our compact will definitely make you a believer.“  I have not personally used them yet, but they are rated 4.7 out of 5 at Makeup Alley.

I hope that the sale is still going when my no-buy is over and I can purchase products again.  The Afterglow Glide-On Cheek Tints look great, and you can’t beat the price.  At $9.00 each, we’re talking drugstore prices.  Head on over to urbandecay.com for more information and a closer look.

Top 10 Drugstore Products that I Can’t Live Without

Drugstore Top 10

I have a ton of makeup.  This is not news.  In this blog, I bring you a lot of great products in my reviews, and I show you what I’m loving in my Monthly Favorites posts.  I try to mix things up so that it stays fun and interesting (How boring would it be if I had the same favorites every month?).  Because of that, it can be tough for you to keep track of what the really great items are with the ever revolving door of products on this blog.  That’s why I want to show you my top ten items for makeup and skincare.  These are items that I use all the time, all year round.  They could be in my favorites every single month.  I will repurchase them all when I run out, and have repurchased some of them many times.  The best part is that these are all drugstore (and Ulta, Target, etc.) products, so they are budget friendly.  These are (in no particular order) my top 10 items that I don’t want to be without.

Wet n Wild ColorIcon Eyeshadow in Brulee

The first item is the Wet n Wild ColorIcon shadow in Brulee.  This may not look like much in the pan, but I use it with almost every eye look that I do.  It is the perfect “magic eraser” shade to flawlessly blend out the edges of any shadow.  It is my go-to brow-bone shade. I use so many shimmer shadows on my lid, it’s nice to finish off with a matte shade.  Also, I don’t love skimmer shades under my brow-bone because that area is a little puffy on me and I don’t want to over-emphasize it.  Brulee is fabulous and goes with everything.  I have backups of this shadow because I do not want to be without it.

Sonia Kashuk Medium Fluffy Eyeshadow Brush

Along the same lines, is this Sonia Kashuk Medium Fluffy Eyeshadow Brush.  This is the perfect blending brush.  I finish all of my eye looks with this brush (usually with the Brulee eyeshadow) and it works like a dream.  It is fluffy, but dense, and allows for really good control.  I find Sonia Kashuk at Target.  I bought a back up of this brush because I love it so much.

NYX Slide-On Eye Pencils in Brown Perfection and Golden Olive

I’m sure that this is no shock, but my absolute favorite liners are the NYX Slide-On eye pencils.  I like several other brands, but these Slide-On liners are the perfect formula for me.  They don’t smudge, and you don’t have to set them with a powder.  Now that I have used Zero for a few months, I can say that they are dead-on dupes for the Urban Decay 24/7 liners.  I use Brown Perfection and Golden Olive all the time, and they are my favorites.  They are really fantastic.  I hope that NYX keeps making them because I will continue to buy them as long as they are available.

Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes

To remove my makeup, I use Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes.  I love the ease of makeup wipes, and have tried several brands.  Ponds, LA Fresh, the Target brand… none of them work for me the way the Neutrogena ones do.  I use the wipes to remove my eye makeup, and a lot of other wipes sting my eyes.  Neutrogena wipes don’t sting at all, and they don’t strip my skin.  I always wash my face with cleanser afterwards to really get my face clean.  I vary what cleansers I use, but the Neutrogena wipes are a staple.

Jergens Ultra Healing lotion

Another item that I can not be without and use every day, is Jergens Ultra Healing lotion.  I like to use body butters and scented lotions too, but I change those out all the time.  One thing that never changes that I have been using for years is Jergens.  It may not be the most fun or flashy product, but I will always have Jergens Ultra Healing lotion.

e.l.f. Makeup Remover Pen

The e.l.f. Makeup Remover Pen has been a wonderful addition to my collection.  It’s the king of product that makes me wonder how I lived without it.  The remover isn’t too oily or creamy, so it doesn’t smear where I don’t want it, but it removes the problem areas really well.  It has a semi-precise point, so I can even get mascara smudges on the lid without removing the eyeshadow underneath.  For only $3.00, this is such a good product.

Maybelline Color Whisper in Made-it-Mauve

I am completely in love with Maybelline’s Color Whisper in Made-it-Mauve.  It is the perfect color for me.  The Color Whisper formula is comfortable and hydrating on the lips, and Made-it-Mauve is just gorgeous.  I keep coming back to it.  I can wear it all year long, no matter what the season.  I love it, and will definitely repurchase when I run out.

Olay Regenerist Regenerating Serum (fragrance-free)

Another staple for me is the Olay Regenerist Regenerating Serum (fragrance-free).  It has been so great for making my dry skin less dry. I use this silicone-based serum to lock in moisture and help heal my skin discoloration.  It has softened my fine lines and helped a lot with redness.  It makes my skin feel velvety soft and healthy.  I’ve been using this Serum for about a year and a half now, and have no plan on stopping.

Seche Vite top coat

Seche Vite is the only top coat I use.  I’ve tried other ones, but I love how Seche Vite smoothes out wonky texture and can save a bad manicure without having to repaint.  It dries rock hard in a flash.  Seche Vite is a cult favorite for a reason.  It works.  I also use the base coat, but the Seche Vite top coat is my favorite.  The only bad thing about it is that it thickens up before I get all the way through the bottle.  That’s really annoying because I usually like to use every last drop of a product before I toss it.  However, Seche Vite is so good, that I am willing to put up with that.  I have repurchased, and will do so again.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control 3-in-1 Hydrating Acne Treatment

Finally, one product that I really can’t live without is the Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control 3-in-1 Hydrating Acne Treatment.  Neutrogena had discontinued this product, but there was a public outcry and they brought it back.  Thank God!  I had used this product for over a year when it was discontinued.  I’ve had to go several months without it, using other products trying to replace it.  I’ve been using Paula’s Choice Beta Hydroxy Acid lotion, but I don’t really like it.  I have the lotion, as opposed to the gel) because it is the formula recommended for dry skin, but it doesn’t blend in very well.  I’ve been breaking out and having more redness over the last few months, and I am sure it is because I’ve been without the Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control 3-in-1 Hydrating Acne Treatment.  Right now it is available again on Neutrogena’s website and Walgreens’ website.  I haven’t seen it in stores again yet, but I am sure that it is coming soon. Those with dry skin, don’t be scared off by the name of this product.  The Neutrogena Treatment contains 2% salicylic acid, and is a good BHA exfoliator for all skin types.  It has actually helped a lot with my Rosacea redness.  It definitely has moisturizing ingredients, and those with oily skin may not even need to add a light moisturizer on top of it.  It is such a good product and I don’t want to be without it again.

Those are my Top 10 products from the drugstore for both makeup and skin care.  They all make a difference in my routine, especially the skincare items, and I miss them when I am out.  How about you?  What are your go-to products that you don’t want to be without?  Let me know in the comments below.

Getting to Know Me: The 90′s Tag

Today I want to do something a little different.  I want to move on to the getting to know me portion of the programming.  I thought that I would do the 90’s tag, a fun little tag floating around youtube.  I love the 90’s and had a blast reminiscing about all of this stuff.  We will be back to our regularly schedule beauty blog tomorrow, but today is about bringing in the fun.  For reference, I graduated in 1997 so the 90’s spanned my late Elementary, Jr. High, and High School experience, plus a little bit of college.  So let’s get into it.

Favorite TV Show- I freaking loved My So Called Life.  I wanted to be Rayanne so bad.  I was so angsty and emotional, so I thought it spoke to my soul.  Even though it didn’t start until 1997, I also really love Daria.  So much so, in fact, that I currently have the complete series on DVD and watch it often.  It totally holds up, unlike My So Called Life, unfortunately.

Favorite Disney Original Movie- I did not watch any of the Disney Original Movies that came out in the 90’s.  The last one I watched actually came out in 1989 (according to Wikipedia) and it was The Parent Trap: Hawaiian Honeymoon.  Yes, I watched the crap out of all of the Parent Trap movies, even the awful made for TV ones.  My favorite Disney Animated Feature of the 90’s (which is almost impossible to narrow down because I love animated feature films so very much) is probably The Hunchback of Notre Dam.  I loved that movie so much, and have the Soundtrack on CD in a box somewhere.  I thought that it was as groundbreaking as The Little Mermaid (1989) was as far as technical advances and amazing music.

Favorite Commercial- I don’t remember a lot of commercials from the 90’s (though I remember a ton of toy commercials from the 80’s), but I have two that stick out.  The first is the Milk Does a Body Good commercials where the puny kid is looking in the mirror and sees himself as he grows up into the hunky guy with the hot model girlfriend just by drinking his milk.  The other is the Hershey’s Kiss Christmas commercial where the Kisses are like a bell choir doing We Wish You a Merry Christmas.

What would you watch when you got home from school?- In the early 90’s when I was still in elementary school, I’d watch the Disney Afternoon block.  I don’t remember the order, but it was Gummy Bears, Chip and Dale’s Rescue Rangers, Duck Tales (later replaced by Darkwing Duck), and Tale Spin.  Animaniacs was in the mix at some point and Tiny Toons.  Once I hit Jr. High, though, I played sports and had other activities, so I didn’t get home until dinner time.  I’d be doing my homework while watching all of the Prime Time shows.

Favorite Nickelodeon  Show- I was not a huge Nickelodeon fan, but I do remember watching Clarissa Explains It All starring Melissa Joan Hart, and reruns of You Can’t Do That on Television.

Favorite Game-  I had this game that I loved called Mall Madness.  The game was set up as a mall and you were supposed to shop in different stores.  It was electronic, so sometimes the game would shout that there was a sale at a certain store and you’d have to book it over there before the sale was over.  I don’t even remember the object of the game, but it was all about shopping.  Is there any wonder where my shopaholic tendencies started?

Favorite Collectable- Do you remember Pogs?  They were cardboard discs with different pictures and designs on them like bottle caps.  You had the heavy “Slammer” Pogs, and the game was like the 90’s equivalent of jacks.   There were so many to collect, and some people were all out serious about their Pogs.  I also had some of those treasure troll dolls with the funky hair.

Favorite Beanie Baby-  I never collected Beanie Babies.  I may have had one or two, but I do not remember.

Favorite Game Console and Game- I was addicted to the original Nintendo and Super Mario 3.  Loved it!

Favorite Candy- I was obsessed with Pop Rocks, but I can’t remember if that was the 80’s or the 90’s.  otherwise, I was all about Pixie Sticks, Jolly Ranchers, and Wild Berry Skittles.

Nsync or Backstreet Boys-  I was too old to care about boy bands when Nsync or Backstreet Boys were really popular.  I did like New Kids on the Block when I was young, though.  I had one or two of their albums on cassette tape, and I had some posters of them on my wall from teenybopper magazines like Bop and Tiger Beat.

Favorite Music Artist- There are too many to name because I really love so much of the music that came out in the 90’s.  In my opinion, the music of the 90′s was as good as the music of the 60′s (granted, I am biased).  Of course there are bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam, which go without saying.  I also have a special place in my heart for The Offspring’s Smash album because it was constantly played with my volleyball team my Sophomore year.  I am a big fan of  Tori Amos, Garbage, and Alanis Morissette.  I could go on and on, but I’ll stop now.

Favorite Book- When I was younger, I read the Baby Sitters Club books and the Sweet Valley books.  When I got a little older, I moved on to the Christopher Pike thrillers.  I didn’t really have much time for reading when I was in high school, so I don’t really remember what books I read then.

Weirdest Fashion Trend- Okay, what was that little plastic ring thing called that you would loop your T-shirt through instead of knotting it?  What were we thinking?  Also, what’s with the super baggy pants that are falling off?  I’ve never understood that.  Clueless said it all: “So okay, I don’t want to be a traitor to my generation and all but I don’t get how guys dress today. I mean, come on, it looks like they just fell out of bed and put on some baggy pants and take their greasy hair – ew – and cover it up with a backwards cap and like, we’re expected to swoon? I don’t think so.”

Favorite Clothing Store- So I didn’t develop fashion sense until rather late in life.  My mom bought my clothes, and I am willing to admit that my mamma dressed me funny.  For example, when the grunge thing was at its height I asked for some flannel shirts for Christmas.  My mom had no idea what I was talking about, so she came home with a red and black plaid, full-on lumberjack flannel shirt.  I was not stylin’.  When I was with her, we shopped all over the mall.  Most of my stuff came from department stores, and I don’t think that I had one go-to store for all of my clothes.

90’s Crush- During the height on my Tiger Beat/Bop years, I was in love with Jason Priestly.  Luke Perry was cute, but Brandon Walsh was my man.  Now that I think about it, I probably should have put Beverly Hills 90210 in my favorite TV shows answer because I watched it all the time in Jr. High.  I liked the show until the cast “graduated” and left High School.  The college years never work out.  (Just look at Saved by the Bell.)  I’ve also always really liked Johnny Depp, but then again, who doesn’t?

I hope that you had as much fun with this tag as I did.  I’d love to hear some of your answers.  Let me know in the comments below what you remember from the 90’s.  Also, if you have a blog or a youtube and do this tag, let me know and I’ll check it out.

Ipsy, May 2013

Ipsy bag, May 2013

It’s Ipsy time again, and things are getting pretty interesting.  Ipsy is branching out and varying the bags based on subscriber’s questionnaires.  There was a lot of variety this month, and all of the options were great.  I am really pleased with my May Ispy bag, so let’s get into it.

May’s theme is Spring Fling.  “Are you ready for a fabulous fling with the fantastic products of May’s “Spring Fling” Glam Bag? Delight your beauty routine with products that will get you blooming from head to toe!“

Yaby Concealer Refill in Buff

Yaby Concealer Refill in Buff:  “Yaby concealers have a creamy texture and are extremely easy to apply. They are highly pigmented to correct any imperfection on the face and body, are creamy and gentle for around the eyes and are tear proof! Vegan friendly and contains no animal byproducts.  As an added bonus, the heavy duty metal reusable pans are designed to be sturdy and not easily warped – sanitize empty pans with alcohol and keep some for other special beauty mixing needs.”  I’m pretty sure that this is full sized.  Retails for $4.85 at yabycosmetics.com.

Zoya Nail Polish in Piaf

Zoya Nail Polish in Piaf: “Zoya Nail Polish and Treatments puts beauty, fashion and style into every bottle with innovative custom color creations and fashion trend adaptation resulting in a truly luxury cosmetic experience. Created with the finest quality pigments and finishes, each bottle of Zoya is as special and unique as the woman who created it and whose name graces every bottle – Zoya herself! The award-winning, ultra long-wearing Zoya formula is also vegan friendly and Big5Free.”  Full sized bottle, retails for $8.00 at zoya.com.

NuMe Finishing Serum

NuMe Finishing Serum:  “Light as a feather, NuMe’s Finishing Serum jives with your unique hair type to produce that polished shine and healthy glow that your hair craves.  This light, greaseless, and humidity resistant formula delivers a straight-up glossy finish. NuMe Finishing Serum protects your hair from environmental and physical stress, treating split ends and sealing hair with added, brilliant shine. Our advanced formula is made with lightweight silicones, vitamins, and an antioxidant designed to tame fly-aways and frizz. Say no to static styles and frizz and Hello smooth and shiny styles!“  Retails at $29.00 for 2 fl oz/59 ml at numeproducts.com; sample size .33 fl oz/10 ml worth $4.93.  Also included in this sample is a coupon code for $110 off hair styling tools and hair extensions.

St. Tropez One Night Only Instant Glow Body Lotion

St. Tropez One Night Only Instant Glow Body Lotion: “St. Tropez’s lightweight cream is the perfect party accessory! It gives you an instant beautiful golden glow that’s as easy to put on as it is to take off. Who is it for?: Anyone who wants a quick boost of color when you’re running out of time, heading to a party or want a bronzed glow for an event. For a quick, non-committal, instant tan that simply washes off with soap and water. Why is it different?: Free from tanning agents, One Night Only is transfer-resistant so you can tan and go – and look gorgeous!“  Retails for $18.00 for 5 fl oz at sttropeztan.com; sample size 1.69 fl oz worth $6.08.

Juice Beauty Reflecting Gloss in Pink

Juice Beauty Reflecting Gloss in Pink: “This exclusive, pre-launch of the Juice Beauty Reflecting Gloss will give your lips brilliant shine while keeping them healthy and nourished. A combination of antioxidant-rich acai and goji berries, natural minerals and sweet agave nectar that will give your lips radiant color! Made with certified organic ingredients.”  This looks full sized to me.  Retails for $15.00 at juicebeauuty.com.

The grand total value of my may Ipsy bag is $38.86, plus the $110 NuMe coupon and the adorable zig-zag bag.  I am really happy with all of the items in this month’s bag.  Sure, there are other shades of lipgloss, or other brands that I may have preferred, but I can’t complain about what I recieved because they are all very nice products.  I can’t wait to try the St. Tropez bronzing lotion.  The Zoya polish is the perfect summer color.  The concealer is a pretty good match, and the lipgloss is cute.

Ipsy is $10.00 a month (plus tax if you live in certain states).  I’ve been a subscriber since October and have been very happy.  I think Ipsy is a great subscription, and definitely recommend it.  Follow this link to sign up for your own Ipsy bag.  I can’t wait to see what is in store for next month.

Spotted: New from CoverGirl

I was randomly at Walmart a week or so ago, and even though my local Walmart has a beauty department that is seriously lacking, I spotted some new items out from CoverGirl.  I promptly snapped some pictures with my cell phone so that I could show them to you.  As far as I know, these items have popped up at Walmart first, but are slowly tricking into other stores.  I have seen a small display with limited products at Walgreens, but that’s it so far.  I’m sure that they will be more readily available soon, though.

CG Clean Glow Blushes and Bronzers

First up are the CG Clean Glow Blushes and Bronzers.  I believe that there are three shades in the line, Peaches, Roses, and Spices, though it’s possible that I could be missing one.  Each compact comes with three shades of blush or bronzer, the lightest designed to be a highlight.

CG Clean Glow Blushes and Bronzers and Whipped Creme Foundation

Here’s a closer look at the CG Clean Glow Blushes and Bronzers.  Also in this display is the Clean Whipped Creme Foundation

CG Clean Whipped Creme Foundation

Here is a closer look at the new Clean Whipped Creme Foundation.  The jars are smaller than the Revlon Colorstay Whipped Creme Foundation, but I believe CG’s version is the same basic idea.  I have heard that the formula is a little lighter and slightly less coverage than Revlon, so if Colorstay Whipped was too much for you, CG Clean Whipped Creme Foundation may be a good choice.

CG Flamed Out Mascara

CoverGirl has a new mascara out.  I’m a big fan of the CG Volume Express mascaras, so I wonder how this new  Flamed Out Mascara will stack up.  It’s really hard to see in this photo, but the display shows that the mascara has an hourglass shaped brush.  It pinches in at the middle, which is a little odd.  If you’ve used a brush like that, let me know how it has worked out for you.

CG Lipslicks Smoochies

Also part of the collection are the new CG Lipslicks Smoochies.  CoverGirl already has a line of lip products called Lipslicks, so be careful not to confuse those with these Smoochies.  The Smoocies claim to be a moisturizing color balm, so they are probably pretty sheer.  Both the packaging and the display feel pretty retro to me (late 80′s, early 90′s).  It also seems like they may be targeted at a younger demographic.  Maybe that’s just me.

CG Lipslicks Smoochies

There are more CoverGirl products that have recently been released for the summer, but this is all that my Walmart had to offer.  Again, these items will be popping up in other stores soon, if they haven’t already.  Keep your eyes out for these and other new products from CoverGirl.