Beauty Spree From the MAC PRO Store: Gold Studio Finish Face Powder and Cantaloupe Blush.

December 4, 2010 | 33 Responses

You won’t see many haul posts here on Glitter Geek, so you know I’m excited about my new products when I post a haul!

Yesterday I went shopping at the MAC PRO Store on Queen Street with Jenn of So Very Fabulous! It is the only PRO store in Toronto, so it’s the top destination for MAC PRO card owners to shop. Those who don’t have a PRO membership (like me!) can still pick up PRO only products. I only ended up getting two things, but they are two very pretty things.

PRO Studio Finish Face Powder in Gold

The first is the mystery gold powder I’ve been obsessing over after attending the MAC Master class two weeks ago. I learned yesterday that it was the MAC PRO Studio Finish Face Powder in Gold ($22). This shimmery loose powder is a finely milled banana gold coloured powder. It’s in every way as delicious now as when I swatched it (and gasped) for the first time. I plan to dust it on my neck and décolletage for parties this season. I also think it would work beautifully on top of glossy red lips.

PRO Studio Finish Face Powder in Gold

Gold PRO Studio Finish Face Powder in daylight (concentrated / blended with brush)

Gold PRO Studio Finish Face Powder Swatches with flash (concentrated / blended with brush)

PRO Blush in Cantaloupe

My second newest acquisition is MAC PRO Blush in Cantaloupe ($18.50), a beautiful browned peach. It is only available in a pan (no pots). Although she looks like a matte in the pan, Cantaloupe actually has a satin finish, which is perfect for that ever coveted “glow” to the cheeks. Its pigmentation rivals that of a NARS blush — it is ultra pigmented and very smooth to apply. It’s a definite must have in my blush collection.

PRO Blush in Cantaloupe

Cantaloupe PRO Blush Swatches in daylight (concentrated / blended with brush)

Have You Been to a MAC PRO Store Before?

If you haven’t been to one available in your city, then you absolutely must go! It is a makeup addict’s playground. For my Canadians who do not have access to a PRO store in their city, you can also order PRO products over the phone at 1.800.387.6707 (available Monday through Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm Eastern Time).

IMATS Toronto 2010: The Beauty Spree.

November 7, 2010 | 12 Responses

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I have so many photos from IMATS that I have to break them up into three posts. This first installation is my collective haul over the two days.

From FACE atelier:
Ultra Foundation in #6 Honey (my shade), $36
Ultra Foundation in #8 Caramel (smaller “Pro” size, for my sister Liza), $26
Lip Glaze in Prim Rose, $19

From Alcone:
Beauty Blender Sponge, $15

From Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics:
Lip Tar in Memento, $10
Lip Tar in Demure, $10

From Crown Brush:
2 x pink Lip Brushes — one for each OCC Lip Tar , $2.50 each
Italian Badger Angle Blush Brush IB106, $8.50
Large Pointed Powder Brush, $19

From Royal & Langnickel:
Silk Pro Complexion C185 Brush, $10

From Nigel Beauty Emporium:
Z-Palette, $20
(Contents not included! )

From Embryolisse:
Lait-Creme Concentre 30 ml, $10
Lotion Micellaire (Rinse-free Makeup Remover), $25

This year I went for quality — not quantity like last year’s haul — and I am very excited to play with my new goodies. When I get my vanity reorganized, I will have some lip swatches for you, and of course reviews! Anything in particular here you would like me to review? Oh, and did you attend IMATS Toronto? Share your haul in the comments!

Stay Tuned for More!

Can’t get enough of IMATS? Stay tuned for more photos, my experience this year, as well as tips and tricks from Kevin James Bennett’s workshop on complexion!

My Adventures at Target.

May 9, 2010 | 15 Responses

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Hey everyone! Yesterday I crossed the border to Buffalo, NY to do some budget beauty shopping. My one stop shop? Target. Here are the goodies from my beauty spree. They are mostly stuff that I can’t get in Toronto, and other things that I already use but at a much better price. I gotta say I am definitely hooked on Target. We need one in Toronto, stat!

Yes To Carrots C Me Blush Lip Tint in “Coral Sunshine,” $4.49
(not available in Canada)

Soap & Glory Off Your Face Cleansing Cloths, $6.99
(not available in Canada)

Clean & Clear Blackhead Eraser Refill Pack, $5.29
Canadian price: $7.99

Neutrogena Body Clear Body Wash, $5.84
Canadian price: $10.69

Dove Ultimate Clear Go Fresh Deodorant 74g Twin Pack, $6.59
Canadian price: $13.98

Rimmel London Lasting Finish Pro in “Steel Grey,” $3.79
Canadian price: $4.99

Maybelline Full ‘n Soft Mascara in “Very Black,” $5.94
(not available in Canada) Canadian price: $9.99

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Brightening Eye Perfector in “Medium,” $11.99
(not available in Canada)

Sonia Kashuk Blending Sponge, $8.99
(not available in Canada)

Sonia Kashuk Bent Eyeliner Brush, $5.39
(not available in Canada)

Of course, I plan to review these! What should I try first? Unfortunately the mascara review won’t be for a while because I have several in rotation now. Like 5. Yeah, I know.