Drugstore Haul | April 2014

So, in the midst of "New House Shopping", I dropped by the cosmetics isle and couldn't resist picking up a few products!  I've tested a few of them, but for those I have yet to unwrap, expect a review coming soon!!
Enjoy!
 -E.

EYES
1. E.L.F. Studio Eyebrow Kit

2. E.L.F. Studio Cream Eyeliner

I tried this product out after I purchased it, and I will not be purchasing this again.  I think I might have an allergy to one of the ingredients in this product, because It caused my right eye to itch and water uncontrollably until I washed the product off..also, this product did not stay put, and after only a few hours it began to migrate into the creases of my eyes.

LIPS
1. E.L.F. Lip Exfoliator

2. Rimmel- London Kate Moss #01

I have fair skin, mainly because I work in a basement and never get to see the light of day.  While a tan would be nice, this lipstick is bold enough to make a statement!

FACE
1. Milani- Bronzer XL-Fake Tan

2. E.L.F. Studio Stipple Brush

Drugstore Duds | Conditioner

I have been trying to find ways to save money these past few months.  What with prepping to move out, and adopting an adorable pup, my hair care allowance has become virtually non-existent.  So when I finally ran out of my 34oz Pureology Hydrate conditioner that I've been using for the past 6 months, I realized that I could no longer afford my luxury conditioner, and would have to find a drug store brand that kept my color treated hair manageable.

My first mistake was not going for a hydrating conditioner, or a conditioner designed specifically for blonde hair.  I had no idea how damaged my hair was until I quit using Pureology.  It only took two washes with TREsseme's conditioner from my hair to go from soft to straw!  Even when I was applying it to my hair, I couldn't feel any moisture penetrating my hair.  I hate that this was a dud for my blonde hair, and maybe the fact that I am blonde specifically is the reason it didn't work for my hair.  Either way, I am disappointed in the results of this conditioner, and I hope that I can find an inexpensive conditioner to use, if not, Pureology is worth the splurge!

If anybody has a great drugstore or inexpensive conditioner for platinum blondes or intense moisture, tell me about it in the comments section
-E.

Fresh Faced | Finicky Skin

I have dry, sensitive skin.  It doesn't like to tan, and hates me whenever I wait too long to wash my face.  I know it's a little strange, talking about my skin as though it has a mind of its own, but that is generally how I feel every time I start to break out.  I don't even break out like most people, I get 2-3 random GIANT spots on my face that never break the surface.  This is why I tend to be cautious when straying away from my usual cleansing routine.  However, there is one facial scrub that I found recently that makes my skin GLOW, even when I get a spot or two!

The St. Ives Oatmeal Scrub+ Mask has been a newly discovered saving grace for both your sensitive skin, and your wallet.

What products do you like to use when your skin misbehaves?
-E.