Struggling to Cope

As most of you may know, I've gone Paraben free. And for the most part, it's been great but also difficult. I never thought I would learn so much about my favorite brands. Now that I do; I stay away from serial offenders, Revlon for example. But staying away from brands isn't my only issue, as a beauty blogger I have to stay on trend. This leads to yet another issue, finding paraben free companies with a wide variety. For example, a quality plum lipstick! The sheer staple for fall! The search begins, as soon as I discover quality I shall share. Thanks for reading.
Xoxo, MAKEmeUPLamour

Simply Superb, Simply Hydroxatone

Hydroxatone, I think I love you. Your customer service is beyond compare, and your representatives are truly helpful. I would know, I recently won the Hydroxatone Anti Aging BB Cream. Now normally I'm an easy customer, but this time I'll admit I was truly annoying. I did not respond to emails in a timely matter but thankfully I had an amazing and quite patient representative. She not only shipped out my prize at an amazing rate but also sent a note. A thought which is always great to include.

Unfortunately the product was not my shade but no fault of hers, she did ask me to reconsider. Now, had I responded in a timely matter I would have received the perfect match. Nevertheless, this amazing rep came through offering to send me the correct shade. There was truly no need but yet again Hydroxatone and most importantly Dori came through! Thank you.

(Picture of my New &Correct Shade Below)

Special Thanks To Dori, you truly deserve an Employee of The Month Award for your patience and customer satisfaction is above the rest.

Xoxo, MAKEmeUPLamour

Hydroxatone Products

Loves And Loss

Favorites? I have a few. As you can see in the picture below, I not only have a few but some of these are no longer in my possession. As noted in an earlier post, I've gone paraben free. Something I couldn't be happier about but my collection is significantly smaller now. Nevertheless, let's continue.

Beginning with DETOX Lip Therapy, there has yet to be anything that can compare. Valued at $3.75, I would definitely recommend this to anyone in need of an all natural lip smoother.For this has tamed my dry lips and given them some much needed TLC. As for how often to apply, I find this at constant grabs. Just something I dare not put down or leave the house without.

Next comes my all time favorite mascara! My holy grail! Well as far as waterproof mascaras go, runner up being the Avon Waterproof mascara. Now, I must note the two are in two completely separate classes. The Avon being light yet providing excellent hold, however Covergirl's 24Hr LashBlast maintains the much needed trifecta; Volume, Length and Separation. What more could a girl ask for?

MAC, MAC, MAC, MAC, MAC, MA MAC, EVERYBODY! As you can see I'm extremely excited. For one, this is my first MAC product, and truthfully one of the products I kept. I am unaware of the ingredients, uncertain if its paraben free but great to look at. Don't you agree? And the name simply provides a smile to my face, Sunny By Nature (insert smiley).

What comes next? Urban Decay! Their much buzzed about Naked Skin Foundation is my fourth product. Extremely lightweight, great coverage and best of all Paraben Free! Unfortunately, not my shade but that doesn't stop me from wearing it! I simply apply powder foundation on top and I'm all set.

Onto lipgloss, Senna Cosmetics Triple Pink Gloss, is more of a love hate product and rightfully so. Here's why, I expected this to be true color but on my lips it unfortunately was not. This is quite sheer with a bit of a candy smell. Oh and almost forgot, sticky! But for great for summer!

For about a week, I thought the Maybelline Great Lash Lots of Lashes was great, I soon came down from that cloud. Its awful! All I have to say is; Clumps, flakes, and smudges! No Bueno!

Finally, we're now about to discuss my all time favorite company and blush! Everyday Minerals Rhapsody in Peach, truly was my staple for summer! I simply couldn't go a day without! This coral blush provides the sunkissed natural look we all long for. Highly recommend! :)

Hope you enjoyed my Loves and Losts, all links will be posted below. Thanks for reading! Xoxo, MAKEmeUPLamour

DETOX Lip Therapy
FREE Lip Therapy with Purchase of $10 or more! Use CODE: FREELIPWITH10 at Checkout, LAST Day to use is SUNDAY 9/30/12

Senna Triple Pink Lipgloss

Everyday Minerals Rhapsody in Peach Blush

Love to Love you!

Dearest Followers, I cannot express how much you mean to me. The fact you read & follow this blog is why I continue to share my opinions without fear. I love reading comments, and although somedays I receive little to none, it doesn't matter! I love you! This is why I decided to host a giveaway!

However, don't get too excited. I have yet to choose a prize let alone when this giveaway will start. I'm leaving that decision up to you, simply comment below to voice your opinion.

Looking forward to reading all the comments. :)

Xoxo, MAKEmeUPLamour

Untitled Truth

Normally, I wouldn't post something like this but it must be said. On June 19th, I won a Twitter Contest in which I had to answer a question relating to a brand of products. Never expecting to win, I did. Now I followed all their instructions thinking ” Wow, can't believe I won! I wonder which set I'll get” Yes, you read correctly, I would be receiving a set. But I never received an email response, I thought nothing of it as I've dealt with a few companies who simply send your package without notice. So after awhile, I decided to contact them via twitter, never received a reply. Now, I know they were presently tweeting as I would often see their posts on my timeline. Poor customer service, I think yes!

Here's another kicker, I thought you know what I'll just email them. To my astonishment I received a response. Great, right? Wrong. The person who I was originally told to email, the only person who's email I had, informed me they no longer worked with said company. What! She was kind enough to give me an email of someone who she thought could help. Note, I sent a new email to this new person on August 14th. To this day, I have yet to receive a response. Now here's a question, What am I to do?

Final Thoughts: Since the birth of this blog, I've stuck by my beliefs-- I believe everything can be said about a company through their packing but even more through their customer service.

Thanks for reading.
Xoxo,MAKEmeUPLamour