HAUL || #LDBeauty 2016 || Tons of New & Coming-Soon Drugstore Products!

Hi guys! I hope you like long haul videos...!

Here's a look at all the fun products I got from this year's #LDBeauty event, which is an event London Drugs holds every year for press, bloggers, and Youtubers in the beauty world in Vancouver. At this event, they have a bunch of brands come and share stuff that is either just in stores, or else coming out over the summer.

So I thought I'd share my haul with you guys to give you a quick glance at some of the cool new products coming to the drugstore, as well as a peek into the products that I will likely be featuring in upcoming tutorials, GRWMs, and reviews either here on the blog, or in videos (which get posted here anyways)! So make sure to subscribe and follow me on my social media to find out more about my thoughts on these products!

Also, please let me know if there is anything you see here you want to know more about, and I can try to work those products into a review or tutorial as soon as possible!

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2015 Summer Favourites || June - August

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|| My Holy Grail Products || Most Re-purchased & Most Loved! || {video}

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September 2014 Favourites {Video}

September favourites time!

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Summer 2014 Beauty Favourites {Video}

It's been ages since I did a favourites video, but this summer hasn't been a busy time for me trying new products, so I haven't had too much to show you, but now that it's September, I want to do a collective summer favourites. And here it is!

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{VIDEO} Essie Multi-Product Review

Super short Essie review for you today! Nothing interesting to say, so just go ahead and watch the video below, or else click here to view in HD!

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LDBeauty Quick Overview and Haul!! (Picture Heavy)

Hello again! If you follow me on Twitter or Instagram, you may have already seen me talking about the LDBeauty (or London Drugs Beauty) Preview event in Richmond, BC just a few days ago (June 18th). Along with tons of other bloggers and journalists, I was invited by Cynnamon, who does PR for London Drugs, to go to the London Aviation Centre to see what some of the beauty brands carried by London Drugs had just recently released, as well as some products that are not yet on the market (most will be coming out either in July or August, if I remember correctly).

This was so not a cheap event for London Drugs to put on! Sure, they own the hangar that the event was in, but they flew most of us over in groups of twelve from the heliport near Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to YVR airport, had an open bar all night, gave out tons of full-size products for us all to try out, and then drove us back to the skytrain station in a limo!

I had such a good time learning about all these different products, and learning about some brands I’ve honestly never looked twice at, as well as some beloved favourites, like NYX and Revlon. As I post them, I will link to my review videos below each brand’s product picture below!

Here are some pictures of the night before I get into a quick overview of what I received (clicking the picture should open the full-size image in a new tab/window):

Check out my quick overview video of the night for more pictures and video clips from my helicopter ride, either below or click here to see in HD on Youtube!

And now, the products! I’m not going to go into depth here, as there is way too much, and I intend to do smaller reviews, probably by brand, later on. For now, I’ll just list the products, and when possible list the price according to London Drug’s site:

Overview

Prestige

two Total Wear Lip Crayons (in Party Shine and Bare It All), Triple Line Ink Pen, Makeup Eraser Pen, and two Color Rush Eyeshadows (in Copper and Bronze), all of which came in that nice pencil case!

See my Prestige brand review (available Aug 7, 10 am PST).

John Frieda

Luxurious Volume Touchably Full Shampoo and Conditioner ($12 each), Frizz Ease Dream Curls Shampoo and Conditioner ($11 each), Frizz Ease Unwind Curls Calming Creme ($11), Frizz Ease Secret Weapon Touch Up Creme ($11), and Frizz Ease Nourishing Oil Elixir ($12).

 

NYX

 

Two Timer Dual Ended Eyeliner, Butter Lipstick in Licorice ($11.99), Angel Veil Primer, Butter Gloss in Madeleine ($8), and Dream Catcher Palette in Stormy Skies ($17.99). (All came in a pretty lace drawstring bag)

 

See my NYX brand review video.

Revlon

 

Colorstay Skinny Liquid Liner in Black, Bold Lacquer by Grow Luscious Mascara ($10), Colorstay Eyeliner in Jade ($8), Colorstay Moisture Stain in LA Exclusive ($13), and three Colorstay Gel Envy Nail Polishes (in Jackpot, In The Money, and Full House).

See my Revlon brand review video

 

Chella

 

Eyebrow Defining Gel ($18.00), Highlighter Pencil in Ivory Lace ($18.00), Eyebrow Colour Pencil in Light Brown ($18.00), Heated Eyelash curler ($22.00), and Dual Size Color Pencil Sharpener ($5.00).

(above prices from chella.com)

 

See my Chella Review Video

 

Essie

 

Matte About You Topcoat ($10), Apricot Cuticle Oil ($10), Quick-E Drying Drops ($10), and “Fierce, No Fear” polish from their 2014 Summer Collection ($10).

See my Essie brand review video (Available Aug 4, 10 am PST).

Mineral Fusion

 

Sheer Moisture Lip Tint in Glow, Hair Repair Shampoo and Conditioner ($10 each full-size; sample worth maybe $2 total), and Eyeshadow Trio in Stormy ($24).

Part of my Mixed Brand Review video (Available Aug 11, 10 am PST).

Annabelle

 

Biggy Bronzer in Haute Gold ($12), Big Show Volumizing Mascara ($10), Lip Liner in Buff ($7), EyeInk Liquid Liner Pen in Black ($10), TwistUp Eyeshadow Crayon in Indigo ($10), and BigShow Lip Shine in Beam ($10).

See my Annabelle brand review video

Home Skinovations

 

Silk’n FaceFX ($150). (Also, a coupon for $50 off coupon for either the FaceFX or the Flash&Go system, which is an at home permanent hair removal system.)

 

Goody

Bun Spiral ($7), Double Sided Smoothing Comb ($4.50), Bun Foundation ($6), Bobby Pins ($4), and wire-lined head scarf ($7).

Coty (Rimmel / Sally Hansen / Calvin Klein)

$5 off coupon for Sally Hansen Miracle Gel polish, Roller Ball of Calvin Klein Endless Euphoria ($49 for 40 ml; sample worth ~$3.68), Rimmel Moisture Renew lipstick in Back to Fuschia, and Rimmel ScandalEyes Rockin’ Curves Mascara in Extreme Black.

Part of my Mixed Brand Review video (Available Aug 11, 10 am PST).

c.A.K.E Jewellery

Black and silvery beaded long necklace and matching bracelet.

Lise Watier

Lift & Firm 3D Duo Serum, 24HRS Glam Eyeshadow pencil in Satin Glam, Feline Velvet Lip Lacquer in Rouge (I think), Feline Eyeliner HD liquid liner pen in Brown, and Feline Eyeshadow Quartet in 32767.

See my Lise Watier brand review video

Randoms

Red Carpet Revitalise Cuticle Oil ($6), Tweezerman Brush IQ Blender Brush, Got2B Rise’n’Shine Hairspray ($6), Philips Trimmer, and Cargo HD Mascara ($26).

Most of which is part of my Mixed Brand Review video (Available Aug 11, 10 am PST).

My Stack of Press Releases/Coupons/Info

My badge, all the press releases and coupons I collected, as well as the hardcover book with all the brand and featured product information from the event. Not pictured: a thumbdrive full of press pictures of all the featured products.

 

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Do be sure to let me know if there are any products that you would especially like to see a review on! Over the next few weeks, I plan to test out and then review many, if not all, of the products that I received. I’ll probably do my reviews by brand, but if you have a better idea, or any other suggestions, let me know.

 

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My Top 10 Favourite Products Under $10

Sorry about the lateness of this post, I meant to have it up yesterday the same time as my video, but broken internet and school work got in my way, and I never got around to writing it up. But here it is!

If you haven’t seen it yet, you can either watch my video below, or click here for the HD version as usual.

Anyways, let's get onto the products, in no particular order. . .

1) Maybelline Color Tattoo in Bad to the Bronze:

In case you don't know about these things yet, they are cream eyeshadows that set quickly and then don't move or crease all day. They are so easy to wear, and there are a few ways to use them. You can use them on their own, either for a sheer wash of colour, or build it up to be more opaque. They also make excellent bases for other shadows, though that's not how I personally use them most of the time, because this shadow is so good on its own. I picked this colour because I think it is the prettiest and most versatile. Probably my favourite way to wear these is to put a somewhat sheer coat over my lid to about the crease, and then build up more on the outer corner, or outer third. This makes it look like I've put on way more products than I actually have!

2) Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder:

I have gone through several of these powders, and I think they are excellent, and certainly the best I've found so far. They have a few colours, but they are all fairly pale. I've used about 4 different colours, and there isn't too much difference to them, so if you aren't pale, then they might not have a colour that will work for you, unfortunately. Anyways, this is another versatile product for me, I like to use it both on its own or to set foundation. Some powders I've used get cakey over foundation, but this one works really really nicely, and it really seems to help my makeup stay all day.

3) Wet'n'Wild H20 Proof Liquid Liner in Black:

I've never had a problem with this, aside from a little bit of transferring to my upper lids if I'm not wearing eyeshadow, though I have very oily eyelids. That said, it's never happened when I was wearing shadow, so I don't really think it's something to complain about. It lasts a really long time, and it doesn't crease,smudge, or crack like some liners I've tried. I also love that it has a felt-tip point instead of a pointed brush since those are the liners I get along with best.

4) ELF Studio Powder Brush:

I see no reason to spend lots of money on brushes, when ELF’s Studio line is so soft and lovely on their own! I like to use this one for applying powders, like the name suggests it is for, and I find that it applies product really nicely. This brush would also be great for applying liquid foundations, though, as well.

5) NYX Auto Eyebrow Pencil in Taupe:

A simple, but good product. This is just a mechanical eyebrow pencil. It does have a slightly different shape from your average round pencil, the colour is in a slightly oblong shape, which allows you to more naturally draw on/fill in your brows. I find that they lasting power is really good, even without a brow gel, and I've never had any problems with smudging or fading.

6) Essence I <3 Stage Eyeshadow Base:

I like this at least as much as Urban Decay's Primer Potion, and far more than the ELF shadow bases. This primer has a slight tint, which I like, since it helps to cover up the veins that are very visible sometimes on my pale lids. The product is great for holding colour and amping up the pigmentation of not-so-great shadows, and I've never had any problems with creasing or fading while wearing this primer!

7) St. Ives Green Tea Scrub:

It's a little odd for me to fall in love with a face product, but I really love how this makes my skin feel. It makes my skin feel smooth, but without the tightness that some products make my face feel. It's also not too harsh and scratchy, and has salicylic acid in it to help fight acne, which I do think it does pretty well.

8) Essie Millionails Nail Treatment:

This product is only just within the price range, but it is well worth it's $9.99 price tag. It's basically Essie's version of OPI's Nail Envy, and it is just as good, exactly the same size, but maybe half the price! It makes my nails strong and the grow so much better when I'm using this as a base coat for my manicures. I strongly recommend this for anyone whose nails need some help!

9) CoverGirl EyeEnhancers Shadow in 710 Champagne:

This individual shadow was the eye shadow that taught me that eyeshadow could be pretty, and I still really love it. I used to use it all over the lid, and that's still pretty for a very subtle look, but my favourite way to wear this now is as a highlight, both on the browbone or on my inner corners.

10) Maybelline Vivids Lipstick in Vivid Rose:

This is the only shade I've tried of this line, but it is gorgeous, bright, pigmented, and longwearing! What's not to love? There are lots more colours in the line, as well, and they are all bright in their own way (as you might expect from a line called "Vivids"). I'd love to try more. These are definitely my favourite lipsticks from the drugstore. They almost, but only almost, rival MAC Amplified lipsticks for quality... and I really like MAC Amplified lipsticks...

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So that's everything! Thanks for reading! Don't forget to let me know, either here or on my video, what your favourite products under $10 are!

My Current Shopping List / Wishlist

I thought it would be fun to do a sort of mixed wishlist and shopping list post full of things I both want and also things that I "need".

Of course, I put "need" in quotation marks because, really, does any of us need beauty and fashion items? Not really. But in order to continue my beauty routines and such as I like them, I do need to replace a few things.

Anyways, now that I've bored you with my rambling, lets get to my list:

1. Essie Millionails Treatment/Base Coat:

Image from essie.com

I’ve been out of this for a while and using my Pro-FX ridge filling base coat, which isn’t bad, but my nails have been suffering for the change. The Millionails just really gets along with my nails and helps to strengthen them so that they grow long and healthy with minimal splitting or peeling. Right now, my nails are super short, because they just can’t sustain much length without a little help!

2. Black Sunglasses:

Image from beautyangleshop.com

I’m not sure whether this is more of a need or a want, but the only sunglasses I have right now are bright pink fake Wayfarers, and as cute as they are in the summer, I feel like they look ridiculous any other time of the year and most makeup looks don’t seem to go well with them. Especially dark lips and clothes of fall and winter. However, just because it isn’t summer doesn’t mean that it isn’t sometimes bright out, and I’d love to have some classy sunglasses to wear now.

3. Dior Pure Poison perfume:

Image from fragrantica.com

 

This is a pure want. I was looking online for a perfume that smelled like jasmine green tea, since that has to be one of my absolute favourite scents of all time. I would love to walk around smelling like a nice cup of flowery tea, and I considered just getting a jasmine essential oil, but then I found this suggested somewhere online as a mainstream perfume that has green tea and jasmine notes, so I tested it out the next time I was at Sephora. And goddamn is it beautiful! I definitely agree that it has a jasmine scent to it, and it’s so clean and pretty! Waaaant!

 

4. Simple stud earrings:

Image from peoplesjewellers.com

 

I have become a bit of a jewellery princess since my boyfriend got me my lovely silver ring, necklaces, and earrings from proper jewellery stores, and I’ve really started to notice how much my ears hate wearing cheap earrings. Since the only good earrings I have are both dangly to some extent, I have to take them out every night, but I would love to have a normal pair that I can pop in and just wear until I want to wear something more special. Sometime small and simple that I can sleep in and shower with would be fantastic. I’ve found a couple pairs, usually in the “children’s jewellery” sections, that are in the $25-40 range, so I guess I’ll be saving up for that.

 

5. Rose gold watch:

Image from target.com

I’ve loved the Michael Kors rose gold watches for a while now, since watching so many people on YouTube wearing them and giving them away, but now I really want to get one. Of course, I may never have $300 to spend on a watch, but Target has a pretty nice fake one right now for something like $25 or $30 dollars.

6. Urban Decay Revolutions Lipstick in "Catfight":

Image from sophieetc.com

I do already have this colour in a mini, but I love the colour, pigmentation, and formula of this lipstick so much that I want to get it in full size and have it forever. It does cost $26, which is pretty steep, especially considering MAC lipsticks are only $18, but I’ve never seen anything like it from a cheaper brand, and I am so in love.

7. Bath and Body Works Candles in Espresso Bar, Dolce, and Sicilian Orange:

Image from bathandbodyworks.com

I probably won’t get any of these because I have plenty of candles, both fruity and more fall/winter scented. However, that said, I am in love with these three scents! If I had some superfluous money, I would definitely love to pick up one or two of each!

8. New Yoga Pants:

Image from chicaandthecity.com

I love yoga pants for working out, and I currently only have two pairs, one of which is trying it’s hardest to fall apart, while I try my hardest to keep up and continue sewing up holes. So I definitely need at least one more new pair of yoga pants. (A not-black pair would be nice for around the house, too, since they’re so comfy, but I have dogs and black pants are just a terrible idea on the couch and such.

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And that’s just about everything that I can think about right now. Thanks so much for reading and let me know in the comments some of the things that you’re wanting right now!

 

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