e.l.f. Eyeshadow Duo Set

Hi beauties!

‘Tis the season of holiday makeup and skincare kits in all shapes and sizes . . . and prices.

No one beats a clean and natural look like e.l.f. Cosmetics, which is why I picked up the e.l.f. Eyeshadow Duo Set.

First, it was a nice surprise that the set included three eyeshadow duos (not two as shown on the packaging).

Next, these easy to blend eyeshadows are crease-resistant and long-lasting. You can wear them alone or together for a dramatic effect.

Finally, the collection includes a decent eyeshadow/eyeliner brush. You can use the synthetic-haired brush to sweep eyeshadow onto the eyelids, or apply a thicker line for a smoky effect.

The eyeshadow duos in the kit are:

• Eyeshadow Duo in Nine to Five Nudes
• Eyeshadow Duo in Happy Hour Rose
• Eyeshadow Duo in Hot Dinner Date (smoky)

For under $10, the quality eyeshadows in this set are worth it!

Which Beauty Trends are Hot for 2012?

Easy Beauty Trends for 2012

If you like to keep your finger on the beauty pulse, here are some manageable beauty trends for 2012 that may have some staying power for the rest of the year.

Beauty Balm Creams
Beauty balm (BB) creams are already a hit in Asia, where women are already loving the combination of tinted moisturizer, sunscreen, and blemish healer all in one product.

Clinique, MAC, and Garnier have already launched BB creams in the US and UK, and are headed for Canada in the next few months. In Vancouver, you can already find a Korean BB cream at the Shifeon store at Oakridge Centre.