Author Archives: Henna
Perfume Samples I Finished in February
Here’s what I tried and what I liked.
Prada Candy Perfume Review
Gourmands aren’t my thing, but I have a sweet spot for Prada Candy. Really, I’m following the benzoin, and moving from Prada Infusion d’Iris to Prada Candy. What Infusion d’Iris has as one of its base notes, Candy makes the … Continue reading
Prada Infusion d’Iris Perfume Review
What to wear when you’re in a false spring: Prada Infusion d’Iris, delightful in its execution of iris thanks to an uplifting neroli and grounding benzoin. It’s a perfume-lover favourite, and also chronically under-rated or never talked about because of … Continue reading
Fenty Beauty The Red Edition Icon Lipstick Case
A new refillable red metallic lipstick case is here from Fenty Beauty. There are also three new shades of red lipstick. These are super pigmented and end up having a matte finish once they set. the three colours are Kissin’ … Continue reading
Empties: Amika, Alterna, Zara, Fenty Skin
Let’s start with some minis. The Fenty Hydravisor and the Pre-Show Glow were from a set. I love the sunscreen because of how glowy and moisturizing it is, and I was split on the pre-show glow for a while, but … Continue reading
Clinique Charcoal Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm
In my opinion, the charcoal in the Clinique Charcoal Take the Day Off cleansing balm did not make a huge difference in how well this cleansed my skin and removed makeup, but if you found the original Take the Day … Continue reading
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Beauty Blush Wands
New Charlotte Tilbury Matte Beauty Blush Wands. Matte finish but the texture gives you enough play time to blend on to your cheeks. I’m wearing Peach Pop on my cheeks today. If you want to see these swatched, check out … Continue reading
Gucci Beauty Janet Rust 505
Gucci Beauty Janet Rust 505 Lipstick Swatch. This is a gorgeous colour and the formula is ultra-pigmented. Would you wear it? Keeping this lipstick on hand because I know I’m going to want to wear it again.
Nars Copacabana Highlighter
This is one of my favourite highlighters. Nars Copacabana Multiple. It’s a cream to powder which is really easy to use, looks great on eyelids too even though it will smudge, no matter how you prime your eyes. The other … Continue reading
Rose 31 by Le Labo
The scent of a long day: Le Labo Rose 31. Cumin, rose, woods. I have the perfume oil, bought in 2014 but there’s barely a dent in the bottle because I find this oil to be so strong that I’ve … Continue reading