If you could pick two makeup items from home, what would it be? Eyeliner, lip gloss, lipstick, mascara, blush? If I had to choose, I would pick tarte cosmetics true love (sheer watermelon) cheek stain and CoverGirl’s LashBlast Volume Blasting Mascara in waterproof formula. There are many great things about these two products.
Firstly, tarte’s true love cheek stain doesn’t contain parabens which are preservatives used in cosmetics to help prevent buildup of fungus and or bacteria. And it also doesn’t contain phthalates, which are chemical plasticizers. This product has also lasted me a long time, hence, you’ll notice the packaging here looks different than the tarte products sold at Sephora.
Other benefits in its ingredients listed from Sephora, are that it contains:
- Maracuja: Rich in essential fatty acids (EFAs) and Vitamin C, this ingredient helps firm, brighten, and smooth skin.
- Açai berry: An antioxidant-rich superfruit with anti-inflammatory and skin- softening properties known to help fight free radicals and promote cell regeneration.
- Acerola: Provides vitamin C and antioxidants to aid in brightening skin; helps fight free radicals.
- Goji berry: A nutrient-rich superfruit known to soothe skin.
- Pomegranate: Provides high concentration of antioxidants and vitamin C.
What I love about the product is the natural colour it gives you, and can be used both as a cheek and lip stain.
How to apply tarte’s true love cheek stain?
Simply dabble the cheek stain directly onto your cheekbones, or for more control, smudge product with your fingertips onto your cheekbones. To add color to your pout, simply apply directly to your lips.
Lastly, you can’t go without CoverGirl’s LashBlast Volume Blasting Mascara. I love this product because it adds volume and length, and the brush shape gives you full control to access your lower lashes without smudging. It lasts all day, especially when the weather is hot. However, the biggest challenge with this mascara is removing it. Because it is waterproof and an all-day wear, you will have to use makeup remover, to wash the mascara from your eye lashes. So, if you are looking for an all-natural look, here are two must-haves that you cannot leave without for spring. What beauty products can you not live without?
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