ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

CoverGirl Lash Perfection Mascara (Brown) Review

Lash Perfection features a tapered brush with short rubber bristles that reach and coat every lash.  The mascara goes on easily, creating clean lash definition, good length and decent volume.  The formula stays on all day without smudging or flaking.  The brown shade is a deep coffee color.  The only drawback is that the formula tends to quickly thicken and dry out in the tube, causing clumping during application.

Hanae Mori Butterfly Eau de Toilette Review

Butterfly is a fruity-gourmand scent.  The opening features a cloying blend of strawberries and vanilla with a touch of jasmine in the undertones.  Once the opening notes mellow a bit, the composition reveals a subtle floral accord of rose and ylang-ylang.  Regrettably, the floral notes are quickly overwhelmed by a sugary mix of vanilla and berries.  Eventually, the fragrance becomes more wearable as it fades to a smooth base of powdery vanilla and creamy almond.  Notes include: Strawberry, Blueberry, Raspberry, Red Currant, Rose, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Vanilla, Praline, Patchouli, Sandalwood.

Marc Jacobs Oh, Lola! Eau De Parfum Review

Oh, Lola! is a lighthearted fruity-floral scent.  The fragrance opens with sweet berries and pear.  As the fragrance evolves, the fruit notes blend with soft florals against a warm backdrop of vanilla and tonka bean.  The fragrance dries down to a subtle vanilla finish with a hint of woods.  Notes include: Raspberry, Vanilla, Peony, Magnolia, Pear, Cyclaman, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean.

Cartier Eau de Cartier Essence D’Orange Eau de Toilette Review

Essence D’Orange is a clean summer scent.  The opening features a subtle blend of bergamot, orange, and cedarwood.  The opening notes gradually mellow into a sophisticated soapy accord with orange and violet undertones.  The fragrance fades to a sheer patchouli finish with a touch of woods.  Notes include: Orange, Bergamot, Violet Flower, Patchouli, Cedarwood.

Caudalie Premier Cru The Cream Review

Premier Cru The Cream is a lightweight yet emollient cream with a green-floral fragrance.  The formula contains a blend of plant oils, plant extracts, and other skin hydrators.  The cream feels silky going on and absorbs well.  The cream leaves the skin soft, dewy, and hydrated throughout the day.  This product may be too heavy for oilier skin types.

Philosophy Miracle Worker Miraculous Anti-Aging Eye Cream Review

Miraculous Anti-Aging Eye Cream is a pale yellow cream with a strange waxy texture.  The cream is slow to absorb and it leaves behind a shiny finish.  The strange texture aside, this product does a good job of smoothing and hydrating the eye area.  The formula contains a good array of anti-aging ingredients that include niacinamide, vitamin C, retinoids, and peptides.  The niacinamide and retinoids may be irritating to sensitive skin.