Broke but workin’ it!

All right darlings time for a review.

Up today two companies:

Electric Cosmetics

&

Fyrinnae

First up Electric Cosmetics. This is a relatively new company headed by a 19 year old entrepreneur with a love of make up. I purchased a sample size of the lovely hot pink shade “bashful” (see pics here. Straight away I was very impressed with the color. Bright true blue based pink with a just right amount of shimmer.

I swatched the color on the back of my hand and sans primer it shwoed up beautifully. Fantastic color payoff on par with more expensive brands. I am wearing it today on my lower lids with a bit of MAC French Violet in the crease and as a liner. All together a great combination.

Next up Fyrinnae. Another small company that produces quality hand made cosmetics I have to admit that since first purchasing a few of their products this past January I have been hooked.

First up their Silken Eyeshadow base. I have been using this product regularly for about the past five months and it has become an absolute staple. Whether your skin is normal, oily or dry this product provides an excellent sheer to opaque (depending on how much and how you apply it) base for all your shadow needs.

My extremely oily skin generally speaking eats eyeshadow alive. Without primer I get at most a couple of hours of wear. With this base I get all day wear with minimal fading and creasing. this is absolutely a recommended product. The packaging can be a little tricky if you’re at all clumsy and it does take a few tries before you find just the right amount to use.

A tip: if your skin is oilier or you want your colors to really pop I suggest powdering your lids, then adding the base with your fingertip until it’s semi-opague then powdering again. Let it set and you are off to the races.

Next up from Fyrinnae as well their shadow called Bubble Tea admittedly at first glance I didn’t love this color. However once on it is a fantastic shade. Described on the site as “Medium lilac-mauve topped with a green highlight shimmer and a scattering of silver sparkles.” that is very apt. This color looks amazing on my medium milk chocolate skin. Very good color for a highlight or as a monochromatic all around the eye.

All in all two thumbs up for both companies. Not only are they quality small business but, both have highly economical pricing and the all important sample sizes. I love sample sizes because I can try a greater array of colors without investing more money than needed. And if a color doesn’t work out for me I’m only out 5-10$ instead of more.

Go forth and enjoy!!

Coming up soon deals of the month, my adventure in stretching my relaxer, straightening with a flat iron and other assorted madness.

Until next time, stay fabulous.