Sunday, October 25, 2015

Chalet Cosmetics- NEW Makeup and Skin Care Brand

Featuring Chalet Cosmetics on my Instagram @adrienneroyale


There is an up and coming new Makeup and Skin Care brand out and it’s called Chalet Cosmetics! I have had the pleasure of trying several items from this new brand and I am here today to share my thoughts! First thing I noticed about Chalet Cosmetics is how user friendly their website is (http://chaletcosmetics.com). It is organized by each category and the layout for a new company really caught my attention!

Chalet Cosmetics has so many different products, they have items for your body, a full line of makeup and skin care! You can totally pamper yourself all in one spot! From self-tanner, foot cream, eyeshadow, lipstick, eyeshadow, under eye cream, to Face Lift in a bottle! You literally can take care of all of your beauty needs all at once! Another thing I automatically noticed is how adorable the packaging is! Everything is pink and white stripes with accents of gold! So cute!

Today, I will be reviewing their best selling Chalet Pumpkin Powder with Matipure®, a lipgloss, and a couple of samples I received which includes their beauty balm, Quench Me moisturizer, and Serious C eye cream, Let’s get to the fun part!


Chalet Pumpkin Powder with Matipure®

When I found out I was going to be trying this Pumpkin Powder out for some reason I thought it was going to be like a body powder that smelt like pumpkin, which I was pretty excited about since I absolutely love anything pumpkin! After looking on the website I found out it was actually a face powder and this made me even more anxious to try it! Powder is something I cannot live without; it’s one of those “top items I would take on a Deserted Island with me.” What really intrigued me about this Pumpkin Powder is the Product Description which I will take right off the website so you can see what I mean-

“Outsmart Shine! Pumpkin Powder with Matipure is changing the game in the way of makeup. This lightweight powder provides flawless coverage and an immediate matifying action. The break through technology is the first of its kind, a unique patented formula that works efficiently as a system to continuously absorb oil without drying the skin.  Matipure keeps working for hours so your skin looks fresh even at the end of a humid San Antonio day. Infused with pumpkin seed & black cumin to soothe even the most sensitive skin, Pumpkin Powder has you covered!”


How incredible does this sound?! My personal experience after using this last week is I am amazed! It gives me such an even coverage, absorbs all of my oils, and keeps me matte for about 6 hours! If you’ve read my other reviews you know I have pretty normal skin but an oily T-Zone and this powder has helped keep that under control. I use it just like a setting powder, I apply it using a big fluffy brush but it does come with its own sponge applicator, this comes in handy when you are out and don’t want to carry a brush with you. The powder comes in a sleek black compact which includes a large mirror. The best part is that the sponge applicator is separate from the actual powder so there are no worries about mixing the applicator with the sponge. The powder comes in the shades Porcelain Princess, Milk & Honey, Golden Goddess and retails for $38 dollars. The color I am in is Golden Goddess.





This Chalet Pumpkin Powder reminds me a lot of Too Faced foundation powder. The Pumpkin Powder has no scent and is so long lasting! I have worn this every day since I have received it and only had to do a touch up a couple of times and that was about after 6 hours of wear. It helped keep my other makeup in place and I also think helped my blush and bronzer last longer on my skin. I am highly impressed with this powder!








Chalet Pout Polish

The next product I have been using is the Chalet Pout Polish, this is their lipgloss. The color I have loved is Pink Shimmer! This lipgloss is truly beautiful and super pigmented, it is not sheer at all and you can even build up the color! You are able to wear it alone or over a lipstick. It does not feel sticking at all, gives me a nice shine, and lasts about 3-4 hours. The packaging is extremely cute and girly, I love the gold touch and the applicator is easy to use and doesn’t get stuck or messy. My only issue with this gloss is the smell is a bit weird, I can’t exactly explain the scent but it is nothing that you can smell once you apply it to your lips. So, it’s not a deal breaker for me.

This lipgloss is available is 21 shades (Clear, Candlelight, Golden Glow, Peach Souffle, Butterscotch, Champaigne, Pearl, Bunny, Summertime, Pink Shimmer, Orange Sherbert, Bikini Martini, Lavendar Mist, Rain, Rosewine, Stilleto, Berry Berry, Grenadine, Brick, Bronze Glimmer, Fudge Crème) and retails for $21.50.

Swatch of Pink Shimmer


Chalet Clear Beauty Balm

I also received the Chalet Clear Beauty Balm, this product is a “multi-tasking Primer, moisturizer, and anti-wrinkle peptides in one product.” The beauty balm contains Peptides, Fruit Extracts, Vitamins A & E. This is the only product I am not a huge fan of. I used this on my face and I did notice that it left my skin feeling softer and more hydrated. The beauty balm did not feel greasy and dried fast.

My issue is once I applied my makeup after using this beauty balm it broke my foundation up a bit on my right cheek. I used it normally like I would any other primer.  I applied it on my clean face, let it dry, and applied my foundation and other face makeup. Only in one area did it break my makeup up and it was on the right side of my cheek. I was left with a patch of my foundation missing even after trying to blend and adding more foundation to “fill the missing spot.” It was like my makeup would not go on in that one area. I did not experience any breaking up anywhere else on my face and my makeup stayed put all day with no separating.

Since it takes me about two hours a day to get ready with my hair and makeup and I do not have extra time to take off and reapply makeup when I am rushing, I only used this as a primer one time so I don’t think it’s fair if I say I don’t like the product since I haven’t been able to try it again. This has happened with other primers I have used in the past and I usually just have to mix two primers together to make it work. This beauty balm has no scent, is clear, and made my skin feel very soft; I think for myself, I would use this more as a moisturizer since it is anti-wrinkle. This product is Paraben free, cruelty free, and retails for $36 for 2 oz.


With every order you make with Chalet Cosmetics, you get two free sample products!  I received their Oil Free to Quench Me and Chalet Serious C eyes. Both of these products I really enjoyed using!


Chalet Oil Free to Quench Me

The Chalet Oil Free to Quench Me is a nice light moisturizer and is said to help clear blemishes with daily use. I haven’t had any blemishes while using this but it did leave my face feeling nice and hydrated with no sticky feeling. There is no scent and just felt nice to use on my face. It contains “Aloe, Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Cucumber, Rosemary, and Green Tea extract. 79% Organic. (calculated as per USDA Organic calculations) and Is Paraben free, cruelty free” I used this everyday at least once a day for the last week and still have a lot left! A little goes a long way! You can get this for $38.00 for 2 oz.!


Chalet Serious C for Eyes

Chalet Serious C for Eyes, this is the sample I adore! Serious C for eyes is serious! I applied it on the area around my eyes and it felt so nice and soothing, It helped with the puffiness around my eyes and I even think helped me look more awake. This is something I need to order a full size of because with prolonged use it says it can help with “puffiness, sagging skin, stubborn dark under eye circles, wrinkles, and crow`s feet.” With me being 32, these are all of the issues I worry about! The Chalet Serious C for Eyes contains “Vitamin C, Aloe, Green Tea, Cucumber, Licorice and Eyebright, plus Sodium Hyaluronate to moisturize the eye area.” This retails for $35 for 0.5oz.

Overall I am a fan of Chalet Cosmetics, the packaging is so cute and the products are high quality! The Pumpkin Powder is one of the best I have tried and will totally be a repurchase. The variety of products they offer all in one brand is outstanding. They have such a large range and something to meet everyone’s needs. They all are made with high quality safe products and their customer service is top notch. All of their products are cruelty-free, paraben-free, and environmentally friendly! Plus they are made is the United States!

I really want to try their eyeshadows and self-tanner. There is just so much you can chose from! This coming from a new brand is impressive and I don’t think I’ve seen so much at once. I think this is a brand everyone should at least try one product from, plus it will look so pretty on your vanity to show case! I also received a pretty pink beeswax candle that smells heavenly and filled my room with super sweet goodness!


Have any of you beauties tried Chalet Cosmetics? Of you have what is your favorite product?  If not, what would you like to try?


XOXO

Adrienne Royale

Saturday, October 17, 2015

nuNAAT- NAATCream Argan Oil & Macadamia- Review

NAAT Cream Argan Oil & Macadamia


nuNAAT has done it again! Their hair products blow me away! During the entire summer I used their Brazilian Keratin Daily Care hair care line *you can see my full review on that line here  http://adrienneroyalebeautyblog.blogspot.com/2015/06/nunaat-naat-brazilian-keratin-daily.html?m=1 * and for the last week I have had the pleasure of trying out their NAATCream Argan Oil & Macadamia for instant hair hydration! I said it before that their NAAT Brazilian Keratin Intensive Hair Mask was like magic in a tub and this cream is better than that! I did not even think it was possible! It is truly terrific! I have seen so much improvement in my hair this last week that I had to come write my blog right away!


I love hair masks and creams and still have plenty of my Brazilian Keratin Intensive Hair Mask left, but the only issue with that is you should leave it on for about 15 minutes for it to fully work. Some days I just don’t have the time and am rushing in the shower to get it done as quickly as I can. With this new NAATCREAM it works in less than 5 minutes!! 5 minutes and I have a deep conditioning treatment that leaves my hair frizz free and literally feels like I just left the salon!


I have been using this every time I have washed my hair and the first time I used it I noticed right away how my hair was less frizzy and seemed to have more shine. I usually take my shower, and let my hair air dry while I am doing my makeup. After my makeup is done is when I will blow dry and style my hair. While my hair is air drying the ends get very frizzy and my hair will start to look extremely wavy. After I used the NAATCREAM with my hair air drying I saw a difference, my hair was less frizzy and was drying more straight then normal. When I blow dried and styled my hair it was so smooth and no poof mess! My hair also feels very soft and more manageable.


The bottle is HUGE and I am not exaggerating! Its 32.5 oz. and says lasts up to 50 applications! All this for under $20 dollars! What an amazing deal! I can’t believe I can pick this up at my local drug store! They have different types of NAATCREAMS that you can chose for your hair care needs and you can even replace this with your normal shampoo because it is safe to use every day!


The texture of my NAATCREAM is very thick and you can feel it saturating your hair and starting to work right away! The smell is really nice to, it reminded me of a faint men’s cologne. Nothing over bearing, just a fresh and clean scent. The directions say to let this sit as little as three minutes or if you want an intense treatment you can let it sit for up to 15 minutes. I personally just showered like normal and didn’t time how long I left it on. The results afterwards though were just like stepping out of a salon, getting a deep condoning treatment! This product is just amazing; all of nuNaats products have never disappointed. I love this stuff, its sulfate and sodium chloride free and just goodness for your hair!



I have to say something else about nuNAAT besides their products being top of the line; they really are a great company to have worked with! Their PR team is always there to answer my questions, have great communication skills, and always lend a helping hand. They have reached out to me twice and both times it has been such a pleasure working with them. They give me the time needed to fully try the product out before I review it and never hassle me. I have worked with other companies in the past that try to tell me what to say and I have to let them know I cannot work with them, Because I only believe in giving my honest review and with nuNAAT they allow me to do this and always have such high quality products. I think it’s important for people to know that not only if the product is good, but the company behind it is as well! It makes a huge different, and I always feel customer service is a top priority and I have nothing but wonderful things to say about nuNAAT as an entire company! Thank you for giving me the honor to try and review your products!
 
My hair after using NAATCream

If you want to try out any of nuNAATs products which I feel are salon quality at drugstore prices you can always find the closest retailer by going to www.nunaat.com and entering you zip code in their "Store Locator" section. You can also purchase online at www.nunaatonline.com.


nuNAAT also has

 Facebook: nuNAAT https://www.facebook.com/nunaat
 Instagram: @nunaatbeauty http://instagram.com/nunaatbeauty


Make sure to check them out! Next time you’re out at Walgreens try their hair products, I am telling you, you’ll fall in love just like I have!


Have you beauties tried anything by nuNAAT? If so what is your favorite product by them? Let me know!


XOXO

Adrienne



Wednesday, October 14, 2015

YSL Black Opium-influenster YSL VoxBox

Makeup mess featuring YSL Black Opium from my instagram @adrienneroyale 


I received another Influenster VoxBox! This time it’s my YSL VoxBox that included the YSL Black Opium perfume! I did receive this fragrance complimentary for testing purposes but my review on this scent is entirely my own opinion.  Just so you know, you can also get free items to review by joining influenster. It is free, easy to use, and fun to join! Now, let’s get onto the fun part…..my thoughts!


I got the YSL Black Opium in 0.25 fl oz, it’s a nice sized sample and perfect to just throw into your purse. When I first saw it, I honestly thought it was for men. While it was pretty, the packaging is very masculine. It is in an all-black bottle with specs all over it, kind of reminds me of concrete. My bottle does not have a spray top, you have to tap it on but you can purchase a spray bottle. I looked on the Sephora website and you can get your own YSL Black Opium in 4 different sizes (0.33 oz. for $25. 1oz for $67, 1.6 oz. for $90 or 3 oz. for $115) on the website. It does say all of these bottles are spray bottles.


The actual scent of Black Opium is delicious! It smells very girly, sexy, seductive, and rich to me! It is a mixture of flowers, coffee, and vanilla all tied up in one. It’s soft yet strong enough to be noticed but not over-powering. While wearing this, I did get compliments and my husband loved it! He even asked while we were out that day “mmn, what is that your wearing, your new perfume?”  I know if he notices, then it is GOOD! This perfume reminded me of the perfume from back in the day that you could buy at the drugstore called, Exclamation…..does anyone remember that haha? That use to be one of my favorites!

My YSL Back Opium lasts for hours! Even after I wore it all day, the scent still stayed on my clothes! Personally, I love this perfume and could see myself asking for a bigger bottle as a holiday gift. This perfume even won an Allure Best of Beauty award! I can totally understand why, it is fun, flirty, and you smell good all day long!

Thank you Influenster for letting me review yet another amazing product!


Have any of you beauties tried this scent? Thoughts? Also, let me know down below what your favorite perfume is! Mine is Clinique Happy

XOXO

Adrienne Royale