Showing posts with label MARK. Show all posts
Showing posts with label MARK. Show all posts

Sunday, June 26, 2011

MARK I-MARK CUSTOM EYE SHADOW

I picked up a few of the MARK I-MARK custom eye shadows a while ago. I had heard mixed things about these and wanted to find out for myself. I just picked 5. Check them out:

I thought these were the prettiest ones! Minx is such a pretty, shimmery brown. Biscotti is a nice vanilla color with gold shimmer. Gioia is a golden color. Whisper reminds me of a cloud! I was expecting Java to be a dark brown, almost black....yeah...it's a brown with heavy purple undertones...love it all the same though!

I think the pigmentation for these are pretty good. I did have to use a lot on some of the colors to get it to show up this well, but not too much. I think as long as you use these with a primer, they will be alright. Now, the don't even come close to the buttery feeling of shadows like Urban Decay, but they are not too bad. Whisper was the creamiest feeling one. All of these blend out nicely as well. For $5 a pop, I really can't complain. Now that I don't sell AVON anymore, I probably won't get anymore though. I would recommend getting these when they are on sale!

Do you have any of these? Which ones are your favorites?




FTC Disclosure: I purchased everything with my own money. I have never been paid to write a review.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

mark PRIMED FOR PERFECTION

"Smooth on this ultralightweight, fast-absorbing lotion before you apply anything else-it will not only provide a perfect canvas for your makeup, but will also help it last all day! Formulated with optical diffusers and oil-controlling ingredients to help conceal imperfections and fine lines. 0.4 fl. oz. "

I, like many of you, am always looking for a primer that is going to extend the life of my makeup on my face through the end of my work day!! While I really enjoy using AVON Magix primer, I wanted to find something a little more moisturizing for my dry skin. Enter mark Primed for Perfection! 

PROS:

light-weight


moisturizing


a little goes a long way


makeup looks better at the end of the day vs. not wearing primer at all


Unscented


CONS:

tube is small--larger packaging please!


$10 for not even half an ounce is a little high

Will I re-purchase? YES!

FTC Disclosure: I am an AVON representative. I was able to purchase this product at a discount. This is my honest opinion of this product.




Thursday, March 25, 2010

MARK IT KIT TREND COLOR COMPACT


"The 10 best shades for spring, all-in-one limited-edition compact!"
Mark says "For spring's hottest looks, it doesn't get better than this! A unique "flipping" inner component holds three lip glosses and three triple use color creams (formulated for eyes, cheeks and lips!) on one side, three eye shadows and a universally flattering bronzer on the other."

I saw this and thought, what a cute idea! I was excited to play with this when it came! It is a little hard to "flip" because I kept putting my fingers in either powder or gloss! Now that I have played with it for a while, I've got the hang of it, but I still think they could make it a little easier.

One thing I think is funny is that I bought this several months ago and it was marketed as "this fall's hottest looks"!! Anywho...still reallly like this compact, for anytime.

Bottom row, lip glosses: Sigh, Strut and Primp
Top row, triple use color creams: Ruffle, Vanity and Amped
(Swatches below in same order as shown in the compact)


I haven't actually got around to using the triple use colors creams anywhere but on my lips. But they are lovely shades! I thought Strut was going to be way too bold for me, even though it is a gloss, but the color is really nice! Sign and Primp look more sheer on me, but still better than a naked lip! These stay on pretty well and go on really smooth, like I would expect any gloss to do. Watch out when kissing or eating, these won't hold up through all that!! ;)

Top row, eyeshadows: Ruffle, Vanity and Amped
Bottom, bronzer: Pro Golden
(Swatches below in same order as shown in the compact)

As you can see, the eyeshadows don't have much pigmentation to them. (I always use primer for my swatches.) So, that was pretty disappointing. They are also very soft, so be aware of fallout ahead. I do like the bronzer quite a bit though. It's a nice color for my complexion and just a hint of shimmer.

Here's a look from this palette:

Pretty hard to tell I've got anyting on at all, huh? Perhaps I should try foiling the shadows. I will try that sometime and let you know how that works out. I think this palette is cool in concept, but didn't live up to my expectations. This would probably be great for someone who doesn't like bold looks or just beginning. It sells for $20 on ebay as well as with Mark. There are other versions of this as well. You can check them out here! Some are on sale for $5.99--which it what I would expect to pay for this quality of product.

If foiling works out, I would totatally take this on a weekend away and would also consider buying other Flip for It's. Would anyone be interested in this as a give-a-way item? Please let me know what you think. I'd love to see what someone else, probably with more skills than me!, can do with it.

FTC Discloser: I am an AVON Representative. I purchased these products at a discount rate. I am not paid by AVON, or anyone else, to write this review. All opinions are mine.









 



Wednesday, February 3, 2010

MARK I-GLIMMER CREAM SHADOWS

    
Left to right: Polished, Shimmered, Hushed, and Smoked

  
Top, left to right-Polished and Shimmered
Bottom, left to right-Hushed and Smoked

As you can see, these are pretty light with the exception of Smoked. These make a good base for pressed or loose shadows. Keep these layer light so you don't have creasing. I always use Urban Decay's Eye Priming Potion under these--and all my eye shadows! 

These are really creamy to the touch, but yet they still pull a bit when you are spreading it on your lid. You can't get these from Mark anymore but you can find these on ebay for about $3 each. There are things I like better, but in a pinch, these work. I like the case they are in, like the mirror. I don't use the mirror for putting this on, but is great for lipstick when you're out!

FTC Discloser: I am an AVON Representative. I purchased these products at a discount rate. I am not paid by AVON, or anyone else, to write this review. All opinions are mine.




Tuesday, December 22, 2009

MARK SOPHISTIQUE


I can not say enough about this purfume. I adore it! I'd have to say it is one of my top 3 scents. It smells soft, warm and sexy, if that makes any sense!  Here is how Mark describes this scent: "An unexpected blend of sheer, precious lotus, basmati rice and golden amber wraps you in irresistible warmth; while orange blossom and ginger wood add a sophisticated femininity."

The bottle is really cute and I love the script on it as well. I can see why LC has selected this as one of her favorite products by Mark. The scent is not too strong and it lasts all day or all night. This bottle is only $24!! You can also purchase a Sophistique Sheer Shimmer Body Creme for $12. I have not tried that yet, as I am not a big fan of shimmery body creams, but I think I will give this one a try. Also, as of right now, you can get

Shimmery Goldtone Hoop Earrings with select $15.00 mark fragrance purchase!  I got these a while back and they are really pretty. I didn't keep them though, I gave them as a gift to my sister-in-law and she loved them!

In these tough economic times, this is a great way to cut corners and still feel like you are doing something lux for yourself! Enjoy it! You can purchase this from my website www.youravon.com/avaladares or contact your local AVON rep! **Right now, all AVON or MARK (same company, same webpage) orders $30+ get free shipping!*** Shipments usually arrive within one week of ordering.

FTC Discloser: I am an AVON Representative. I purchased these products at a discount rate. I am not paid by AVON, or anyone else, to write this review. All opinions are mine.