beautyblog

Long Overdue Review..

~ cheap label whore ~ Leave a comment

image

My curiousity always gets the best of me when I hear about new products, especially designer ones I can actually afford. So, as you can imagine, as soon as I read that Balmain came out with a haircare line I immediately ran to google. Surprisingly enough it wasn’t as expensive as I had anticipated. Although I don’t normally gravitate towards “designer” haircare products, only because they usually aren’t that good, something about this line truly intrigued me.

Naturally, I was curious about the price point. The line varies, the products range from $26-$135.

This is so interesting, they have everything from basic shampoo & conditioner to sea salt spray, dry shampoo, blow dryers, even full on hair extension care kits as well as actual human hair extensions. Pierre is legit genius!

Now for the good stuff..

I didn’t want to invest in a full on bottle, so I purchased the Balmain SS16 cosmetic travel bag set, which includes shampoo (50ml), conditioner (50ml), and salt spray (50ml) which comes in this super cute makeup bag. Retail value for this was $35.50. (HairHQ.com) Not bad, right?! I figured even if I hated it, I would at least end up with a cute bag.

image

The final say?!…

I’m literally OBSESSED! It made my hair super smooth and shiny, it smelled absolutely divine! The sea salt spray literally does its job, I accidentally sprayed too much and instead of looking like Pamela Anderson in her red Baywatch bathing suit coming out the water after she just saved a hott guys life, I looked like a wet Chihuahua caught in a thunderstorm…not cute.

I know what you’re thinking, there HAS to be a con to at least one of these products..and yes, yes there is. The one thing I truly hated about the shampoo is there is barely any lather. I had to use a ton of product to get a good lather. Now, that could’ve been partly because my hair was truly dirty the first time I used it, needless to say it was worth using more product for me even though I used up the bottle quicker.

image

These products are Paraben-free, contain Argan Oil, Pto-vitamin B5 & UV-shields. It’s truly, truly worth the small splurge, especially for luscious locks.

 

Overall, I give this a 4.5 out of 5 stars and am online as we speak ordering the full size kit.

Happy shopping whores!

xx Debby

image

 

ColourPop Interview:

~ cheap label whore ~ 2 Comments

 

image

I was elated when given the opportunity to interview Jordynn Wynn from ColourPop Cosmetics and have the chance to ask her both career and beauty questions.

ColourPop was born, raised and made in Los Angeles. They are luxury cosmetics at a very affordable price..and by affordable I mean they cost $5 a piece! Yes, a Lincoln for each item! They don’t test on animals and have become successful very quickly.

To learn more or browse their grand selection visit their website at http://www.colourpop.com.

Now to the important part; the interview!

 

CLW: What exactly is your role at ColourPop?

JW: “I am a Marketing Specialist at ColourPop.”

CLW: What makes ColourPop stand out amongst its competitors?

JW: “Founded based on belief that amazing products don’t have to cost a fortune. Our community immediately recognized the amazing value of the product and encouraged us from day one to develop new shades and formulas. All development includes feedback from our customers, fans, friends and collaborators”

 CLW: How did ColourPop come about?

JW: “ColourPop was founded in May 2014 by Laura and John Nelson under SEED beauty, both with over 15 years of industry experience. We started with 31 shades of an eye shadow for $5 each, based on the belief that amazing products don’t have to cost a fortune.”

CLW: Where does ColourPop draw it’s inspiration from?

JW: “We pull inspiration from everywhere! Social Media, the runway.. The brand has been built on different ideas, perspectives of beauty. We embrace a democratic approach to product development that incorporates the feedback from our customers and fans versus a top down approach.”

 CLW: What would you say is the biggest beauty blunder women make?

JW: “That’s a tough one! I don’t take makeup TOO seriously so I think it’s hard to mess it up. I guess I would say just rushing makeup application in general. Blending takes awhile and makes all the difference! Same goes for winged eyeliner, lip liner, etc. I always make sure I have ample time to apply and get the lines just right as I think clean lines can really make or break a look!”

CLW: What are some tips for making your lipstick, eyeshadow, etc. last longer?

JW: “To make lipsticks last longer I would say you should definitely wear a primer and a lip liner. I never wore either until I started working at ColourPop. I am now addicted to our Lippie Primer and can’t wear lipstick without it…it makes a huge difference in how clean your lips look.”

CLW: What makeup trends/colors do you foresee for SS16?

JW: “Lots of blues and greens! Very peacocky mermaid-y shades! Bold, bright eyeliners, lots of hues of pinks on the lips: pinks, corals and reds.”

CLW: What is your go-to lip color?

JW: “Oh my, I have so many. My go-to is probably either Aquarius Lippie Stix or Contempo Lippie Stix.”

CLW: If you were on a deserted island, what 5 beauty products would you bring?

JW: “I would bring:

  • Philosophy Purity Made Simple Face Wash
  • ColourPop Birthday Suit Blush
  • Maybelline Great Lash Mascara
  • Dr. Jart BB Cream

..and definitely a moisturizer but I haven’t found one I super love just yet.”

 

Jordynn definitely showed a passion for ColourPop through her interview. Personally, knowing that it’s not only cheap (as in whore cheap; cheap in price, but long lasting..lol) but that they don’t test on animals AND take customer feedback very seriously. They even ask you to share your thoughts on new products and shades that they should make! Plus, did I mention they are only $5 a piece?! Bam bitches!

Try their products, it won’t disappoint. You’re welcome!

 

xx Debby

 

Looks for Less

~ cheap label whore ~ Leave a comment
Looks for Less

 

Olivia Palermo, along with Kourtney Kardashian and Sarah Jessica Parker, are by far my favorite style icons, so any time I see a fab street style or red carpet look, I always love to research where I can get the originals; but even more importantly how I can duplicate it for much less, hence “Cheap Label Whore” was born.
Do you have any Looks for Less that you’d like to see? Leave me a comment below and tell me who/what you’d like me to post!
xx Debby

hello whores..

Image ~ ~ cheap label whore ~ Leave a comment

hello dear whores..

I am back and in full effect. I took some time off for personal, health & basic betch life issues; while away my previous blog was not only hacked but deleted all together. (insert a bird)

Now that my life has taken a complete 360, I can now dedicate specific time to make sure my content is not only up to my fellow whores par, but that it will be fun, fresh, innovative and exciting.

 

stay tuned..

xx debby