Over the last few months I’ve simplified my beauty products and stuck with the products that really work. I also tried a few things that seemed too good to be true. Here are the best beauty finds this year and a few that were not so good!
MY FAVORITE PRESS ON NAILS
I found out about Static Nails on Instagram.
I don’t ever buy press on nails but I read all of the comments (which were all good!) and decided to try them out. I loved how easy they were to pop on. The first day I think 2 popped off but I’m pretty sure it’s because I applied them in a hurry. I kept the nail glue in my purse just in case and was able fix any problems quickly.
Since these are pop on nails they can (and will) pop off but I found these nails to be much stronger than the KISS brand nails. The black set of KISS nails popped off within minutes – so frustrating! Static nails feel thicker and stronger than the KISS brand and I feel like they are worth the money.
These nails are perfect for events and holiday season when you don’t have time (or wanna shell out the cash) for a manicure. They aren’t pricey, ranging from $14-$16 bucks and they are reusable. I would not buy the KISS brand nails again as those popped off so quickly and were a complete waste of money.
FORMUALTE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER GIVEAWAY
Formulate reached out to me and provided a full size shampoo and conditioner and a fun giveaway for you!
Formulate is shampoo and conditioner that is engineered for your hair and your environment. I filled out a short quiz about my hair goals, hair type and my environment and was matched with my own shampoo/conditioner formula.
Enter the giveaway here for your chance to get a FREE shampoo and conditioner to try from Formulate.
THE BEST MASCARA EVER!
The Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara from Thrive Causmetics is by far THE BEST mascara I have ever used!
Orchid Stem Cell Complex: stimulates + encourages lash growth.
Flake-Free Liquid Fiber Technology: buildable fibers, Korean pasque, usnea barbata (lichen) plant extract + piperitum fruit extract rejuvenate and soothe lashes, improving overall lash health + strength.
Vitamin B5 + sodium hyaluronate: moisturizes + strengthens lashes
I learned how to apply false lashes this year, but this mascara is SO much easier. I get tons of compliments on my lashes and my sister who is a makeup artist asked if I was wearing false eyelashes!
I love how long my lashes look when I use this mascara and how easy it is to remove at night. This mascara washes off easily with water!
MADISON BRAID YAY OR NAY?
Maybe my head is just not shaped right for headbands. I’ve always had an issue with headbands slipping off my head but I couldn’t resist buying this beautiful braided headband from Madison Braids.
I got tons of compliments when I wore this to a work meeting and everyone thought it was my real hair! The only issue is that I’m paranoid it will slip right off my head so I don’t wear it much and I wonder now if I should have bought it at all.
Have you tried any of these products? What were your favorite beauty finds in 2018?
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