This is a compensated review from BlogHer and Max Factor
When Blogher asked me to review the Max Factor Vivid Impact Lip Color and the 2000 Calorie Extreme Lash Plumper Mascara I of course had to do it as I'm never one to turn down makeup!
First of all, I think the packaging for Max Factor is really nice. Compared to other drugstore brands, it's got more of a luxe feel. I'm always one for sleek black packaging and I really like the feel and look of both the lipstick and the mascara packaging.
I am a lipgloss kind of girl as my experience with lipsticks has usually dried out my lips. When I do wear lipstick I always put lipgloss over it. I was pleasantly surprised by the Vivid Impact Lip Color as it went on really smoothly and wasn't drying at all. In the pictures above I am just wearing the lip color, no lip gloss over it. I wore it throughout the day and it had pretty good lasting power, only have to apply after I ate something.
As most of you know, I'm a fan of false lashes however I'm always on the hunt for a good mascara as I don't wear lashes all the time. The biggest pet peeve of mascara are the black streaks that I end up getting on the bottom of my eyes from my mascara rubbing off. This mascara exclaimed to "plump" lashes which is kind of a weird term but I guess it's just trying to say that it will make them look fuller. I'm not so sure about making them fuller as my lashes looked pretty much the same. What I did like about the mascara was that it went on really smoothly with no clumping. I hate clumping! I always try to brush them out and then my lashes look even worse. Thank goodness no clumping with this mascara. I wore it the whole day and didn't get the dark under eye look.
For my eyes, I used the Vivid Impact Eyeshadow Duo in Domino Effect and I LOVE it! The pigment is amazing as is the ability to blend the colors. I will be buying more of the colors!
Overall, I loved the three products that I tried and will be checking out more of their products!
First of all, I think the packaging for Max Factor is really nice. Compared to other drugstore brands, it's got more of a luxe feel. I'm always one for sleek black packaging and I really like the feel and look of both the lipstick and the mascara packaging.
I am a lipgloss kind of girl as my experience with lipsticks has usually dried out my lips. When I do wear lipstick I always put lipgloss over it. I was pleasantly surprised by the Vivid Impact Lip Color as it went on really smoothly and wasn't drying at all. In the pictures above I am just wearing the lip color, no lip gloss over it. I wore it throughout the day and it had pretty good lasting power, only have to apply after I ate something.
As most of you know, I'm a fan of false lashes however I'm always on the hunt for a good mascara as I don't wear lashes all the time. The biggest pet peeve of mascara are the black streaks that I end up getting on the bottom of my eyes from my mascara rubbing off. This mascara exclaimed to "plump" lashes which is kind of a weird term but I guess it's just trying to say that it will make them look fuller. I'm not so sure about making them fuller as my lashes looked pretty much the same. What I did like about the mascara was that it went on really smoothly with no clumping. I hate clumping! I always try to brush them out and then my lashes look even worse. Thank goodness no clumping with this mascara. I wore it the whole day and didn't get the dark under eye look.
For my eyes, I used the Vivid Impact Eyeshadow Duo in Domino Effect and I LOVE it! The pigment is amazing as is the ability to blend the colors. I will be buying more of the colors!
Overall, I loved the three products that I tried and will be checking out more of their products!
And a good review is not complete without a giveaway! We are giving away a Max Factor product bag worth $50!
To enter, leave me a comment below on your favorite beauty tip or beauty product. The contest will end at 06/16/09 5:00 p.m. (PT). Make sure that the e-mail address you leave is correct.
Rules:
* No duplicate comments about your beauty tip/beauty product.
* You may receive an additional entry by linking on twitter and leaving a link in the comments.
* You may receive an additional entry by blogging about this contest and leaving a link in the comments.
*If you are a blog follower on I am Style-ish please let me know in the comments for an additional entry.
* This giveaway is open to US residents, aged 18 and over
* Winners will be selected via random draw, and will notified by e-mail.
And also check out the Blogher Special Offers page for other bloggers reviews on the products. Each reviewer is giving away a goodie bag and Blogher is giving away 10, so go enter with them too!
129 comments:
Loooooooooooove Mascara!! aliya.rinaldi@gmail.com
I am a mascara addict. I've tried almost everything. Currently using Loreal Lash Architect and it works pretty good.
And of course I'm a follower. :)
I only use mascara when I'm really dressy (always lash curler), but my fave daily product is cheek stain. It just looks incredibly natural!
Lately I've been a huge fan of Cover Girl Lashblast. Would be fun to try MF.
Hi! I'm a follower of your blog. My favorite eyeliner is Clinique's cream liner in black. With an angled brush, the application is so easy and it stays put all day, even though sweaty workouts. Best of all, it's easy to take off with facial wipes or makeup remover.
I follow -ish!
Eye liner makes everything alright.
I follow you, hi :)
My favorite beauty tip that has prevented clown look-alike problems for me is if you're wearing a smokey eye...clear lip gloss is the best choice, too much color takes away from the dramatic eye.
I love new make up, but my favorite make up accessory is gloss. I carry about 8 in my purse currently, and 2 in every place I frequent, desk drawer, car, kitchen, lol!
If I only could use one beauty product it would def be bronzer...just to give myself a little color. Mascara is a close second. christinasfavoritethings@gmail.com
great giveaway...love makeup...i can't live without mascara and lash curler...i have short, thin, straight lashes...right now im actually using MF 2000 calorie and loving it :) include me thanks
ooppps forgot my addy milly2575@aol.com
oh and i'm also a follower
I follow!
I make my own sugar scrub with sugar and facial wash. It works beautifully!
I love blush, i follow you as well!!
I love a good mascara....I'm using bad gal lash by benefit right now and really like it!
My fave lip balm with color is the Neutrogena Moisture Shine Tinted Lip Balm in Fresh! SPF and perfect color!
Hey Tiff, I have too many favorite beauty products, so my beauty tip is that I curl my eyelashes BEFORE putting on eyeliner because it's easier for me to get closer to the lash line. Also, when I curl my eyelashes after my liner, the curler can remove or imprint onto the liner, so curling beforehand usually takes care of that.
P.S. I already follow you, and I made a little shout-out to your contest here:
http://hoisinivy.blogspot.com/2009/05/california-love.html
Xoxo, Steph
I don't dare to leave home without putting on my mascara. Right now I'm wearing Cover Girl Professional All-In-One. So far, it's been my favorite.
My fav products that I can not do with out is eyeliner and mascara. However, I ALWAYS have difficulty finding the perfect Mascara..maybe this one will be it. I also love bene-tint. You can use it on her cheeks and lips. Its great. I am also a follower!!
I'm addicted to Rosebud Salve. It goes on before anything else, and sometimes it's the only lip product I wear. ms.evahuang@gmail.com
My must have makeup item is Benefit's eye primer (F.Y.Eye!). It allows me to buy inexpensive eyeshadow that doesn't flake off. The investment in the primer is key!!
Love your review! My fav beauty product is the maybelline waterproof eyeliner. I've tried tons of other eyeliners but I find Maybelline is the best! It's hard to rub off, it stays on long, and so easy to apply. The quality is great that you only need to apply it once unlike some other ones where you have to apply multiple times to get the color to properly show.
Oh and I'm also a follower! :)
I have tried the new Mineral Powder from Lancome and it is just the best!
i never go to bed without dabbing vaseline on my lips to keep them soft and also under my eyes to keep them wrinkle-free!
You can twist your wand 45 degrees, it's easier to apply mascara that way!
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I love good mascara! Just got one that I'm probably throwing away after one use as it's horrible! Right now my favorite gloss is by Maybelline. Of course I follow your blog!
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My favorite tip is to use eyeshadow base (like Urban Decay primer potion) on lips... holds gloss or lipstick in place WAY longer!
I love my foundation from SelfIt. I can't leave the house without my lipgloss from Burt's Bees.
I'm an avid follower of Style-ish.
I've twitter-ed (ID: cattanong)
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great review tiffany!
i am ALWAYS searching for great mascara. I always run into 2 problems with mascara the under eye remanence totally would drive me crazy and after i'd curl my lashes they would stay up. I switched Loreal water proof mascara and its definitely helped keep my lashes curled up and less smudges.
i really like the lipstick color. its always hard to find that perfect shade of pink! the package looks great!
Im going to put this on my side bar!
I always wear sunblock, no matter what, and definitely drink lots of water everyday! and I'm a follower of this blog <3
I love it. I'm also more of a lip gloss kind of girl--I love that you're just wearing the lip color alone and it still looks great and isn't too drying. Great review!!
My favorite beauty product is Maybelline's Great Lash Mascara! And thanks for the giveaway :)
I am naked without mascara!I had always used Maybelline Great Lash but recently tried Cover Girl Exact Eyelights and find it really good!. Nice brush, good lash length and volume. Would love to try Max Factor products. carolannemerten@msn.com
I am definitely a lip gloss girl. Like you, I just feel like lipsticks are usually too drying.
I love MAC Studio Fix foundation.
Oops forgot my email address!
k8ty_bj@hotmail.com
I'm completely in love with Smashbox Photo Finish! And am always looking for a mascara that doesn't flake off and give me the raccoon look. :p
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Rosebud salve. It's my secret :)
I always put my body lotion on when I'm still wet from the shower--it's supposed to absorb better and make your skin smoother. I think it does!
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I am a follower of you -ish blog.
I am looking for a good mascara but have yet to find one.
My current new favorite product is Bobbi Brown bronze brick. Well its new to me at least.
I normally buy a product based on packaging. That's so sad... but I'm a graphics major and I know that good products normally come in attractive packaging. :-)
My go to beauty item right now is a tinted moisturizer. I have an Aveno one right now, but during the summer my face always get dry and if I put on too much make up I wind up breaking out.
I'm a follower on your other one, but I'm adding this one to follower in about two seconds. I'm adding it to my sidebar, as well. :-)
Ok.. I lied. I can't follow you on blogger. It's telling me I follow too many. Who says 300 is too many?
I'm adding you to reader :-)
And my email is KatyandClay @ gmail
I start with lathering lotion on from head to toe first. I wait a few minutes after applying moisturizer to my face before applying cosmetics. I cannot live without lipgloss. My favorite is LipFusion
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My favorite beauty tip is 2-3 times a week I take the normal amount of my facial cleanser that I use to wash my face and put it in the palm of my hand. I then add 1 tsp of regular oatmeal to it and mix it together. Then I gently wash my face with this mixture and the oatmeal in with my cleanser gently exfoliates my skin naturally and whisks away all the dead skin so my new fresh skin can glow all day! I have been doing this regularly for months now and it works for me! Thanks so much for the opportunity to enter.
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I Twittered! My username is joannaonthelake and here is the link to my tweet:
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I am now following you blog, my username is joannaonthelake AND I am also now following on twitter, joannaonthelake I am so glad to find your wonderful blog with all your fun pictures!
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My beauty tip is that I use moisturizer to fix any makeup mistakes on my face.
When you remove mascara you should always have another cotton pad handy to secure the lower lid. It prevents wrinkles from occurring.
Nars orgasm does the trick! haha!
And of course I'm a follower! XOXO
I'm a makeup girl, even though I don't wear much of it, I do wear it every day. My make up tip is to just do what you have time for. If I have 10-15 minutes, I'll do it all, but if I only have 2-3, the essentials include a quick powder with my minerals brush, a few sweeps of mascara (gotta do top and bottom) and lipgloss. amiedanny@msn.com
I can never live without mascara and lip gloss.
I love Blinc liquid eyeliner!
i'm really liking the barbie pink lipstick. i like max factor, too...i bought an eyeshadow brush on a whim over 10 yrs ago and it's still in perfect condition and it's one of my favorite brushes. and i think i paid like $5 for it.
Burts Bees tinted lip balm with SPF is the one makeup item that's always in my purse. It keeps my lips glossy, pretty and protected!
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I tweeted:
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This is an AWESOME giveaway and review! Thank you for sharing! I too, am always looking for a really good mascara.
MaryKay has one I love but if I forget to order then I have to make due before the new one arrives.
I've been playing around sampling CoverGirl and a few others but I haven't been "OMG WOW!" pleased.
So, I'm happy and looking forward to this and hoping to win!
Here's my tweet!
http://twitter.com/Glass_Half_Full/statuses/1838143084
Love Mascara, that my staple produc, I use it everyday even when I dont wear any makeup. I love Rimmel London's Sexy Curves Mascara. :)
Chanel's Khol eyeliners are the best for lining the inside of your eyelids - they last all day!
My new favorite is the Biore line Skin Preservation, especially the Fusion.
twittered again today:
http://twitter.com/CatTanOng/status/1849387984
Anything that evens out my skin and makes it glow. Right now i'm obsessed with stila eye concealer. i got it discounted on the web and its amazing, i can even use it as a highlighter.
Does it count if i'm a follower now?
oedipathos@gmail.com
Count me in I love mascara and this is one I actually haven't tried yet! ...and I'm a blog follower :)
Jalila_seb@hotmail.com
Chapstick and/or lip balm - always!
Favorite beauty product = Eyeliner.
Instant face lift!
Brand : Urban Decay & Rimmell
Def a Follower! chk it every day!
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I've recently become a huge fan of Maybelline's Lash Stiletto mascara. It really does make my lashes longer and thicker-looking. I admit it smells a little weird (like baby powder or something), but whatever, it works.
I'm also a blog follower.
aln3@hotmail.com
My ultimate beauty secret is YSL Touche Eclat highlighter. I use it below and above my brows, down the center of my nose, on top of my cheekbones and in the corners of my eyes and mouth. I always get more compliments on my appearance when I am wearing it. $40 well spent.
Sunscreen! Never ever miss putting it on even on a cloudy day. I use Clinique's Super City Block.
Love Mascara, sometimes too much! ;) Although my all time favorite product is Mac lipgloss (except for when it's windy)
My favorite beauty tool in my bag is an eye lash curler because it reveals the beauty of my eyes and putting a mascara will just be perfect... I also love lip gloss like you and seldom wears lip stick so when i saw your picture with the max factor lip stick i was really shocked because it's so cute and girly
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My new fave product is Clinique Pore Minimizer Instant Perfector. It makes my face less shiny and foundation goes on easier over it. I'm constantly searching for better lipstick so I'd love to win this!
I absolutely cannot live without mac glosses
lip glass, in every color!
I too am having a great giveaway, actually two of them, check them out!
I am also going t o start following your blog now, its great!
~leticia
oops, forgot to leave my blog
http://galsintheknow.blogspot.com/
Travel tip....
To take as few products as possible use combo products like lip/cheek stain, use bronzer for eyeshadow and take a pencil that can be used for liner and eyebrows. I take a very small make up bag and use tinted t-silk (neova) SPF45 for facial moisturizer.
Leaves me more rooms for .... shoes...
Constant follower of the -ishes for quite some time.
favorite product--burt's bees lip balm.
My favorite beauty tip is to soak my trusty old eyelash curler in a cup of Hot water while I put the rest of my face on. This warms the lash curler up nicely, and my lashes hold a really nice curl and then I coat with mascara x2.
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I follow your blog on blogger
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Being an "older woman" I am always looking for products to help me look younger...I have to say that Lauren Hutton has great products; a little pricey but not too bad compared to other high end products. I love her tinted lip gloss, her "pooch and nose" shadow and even her mascara goes on without clumping....save your bucks as they're worth it!
My favorite beauty product is twofold:
makeup: mascara...you can never really look awake without it....i love the great lengths that DIORSHOW gives me.
beauty: moisturizer....right now i am obsessed with my skinceuticals day and night creams...the whole line is amazing.
can't live without eyeliner!
e.zara515@gmail.com
cI like to use my old masara wands dipped in hair gel to control my eyebrows. jillannstatham@yahoo.com
i love the lip conditioner from mac... i only started using it cus my friend got it for me (cus i love hello kitty) i dont wear much make up but after reading your entry on make up tips i've been slowly trying. so thanks!! i really like brown eyeliner from christian dior. theres this one i want to try. its waterproof but you can erase it with water by applying pressure.
oonis86@gmail.com
I love CO Bigelow Mentha Lip Shine. Lovely consistency and the flavor is absolutely wonderful.
Ok, I think I'm not duplicating (and you can get my email from my comment). My favorite beauty tip is to not forget to wash your brushes regularly. If you let the makeup and oils build up in them without washing, they don't work as well, and your coverage isn't as smooth and even.
love using clear mascara to tame my eyebrows and any fly-away hairs in my bangs or my part. It works like a charm everytime, and you can be more specific than just spraying you head with hairspray
I am in love with my mascara mixture. I am using one coat of CG Lashblast for lengthening & one coat of Stila mascara for depth. Really fantastic giveaway!
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One of my favorite beauty products is Benefit Lipscription. I always have such chapped lips due to dry weather or cold..so this product gets rid of those flakiness and makes my lip so super smooth! I love it! Makes your gloss look 10x better with nice lips!
http://f-y-eye.blogspot.com/2008/08/product-review-benefit-lipscription.htmlhttp://f-y-eye.blogspot.com/2008/08/product-review-benefit-lipscription.html
I follow you through blogger! Love the site! :)
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Thank you for the review! I am a DiorShow ADDICT, love it! I am also a follower of I am Style-ish :)
I can't live without MF Stretch and Separate. It does exactly what it advertises. Most fab on the market..just wish it didn't dry out so fast. And my other beauty must have is L'oreal Skin Genesis. That stuff is magic in a bottle..seriously it has taken away my sleep crease..something I've had for as long as I've been well...sleeping.
I'm a follower.. I love -Ish!
Oh i love my mac lipstick and lipgloss.... and my mascara and eyeliner makes me feel fresh n glowy.... with this hot sun im not going out without my sunscreen ....livebetterforu@gmail.com
i love mascara and never leave my apartment without wearing Lancome Defencils in Black
catherine.romano@gmail.com
I have thick eyebrows and I found a clear mascara that helps to shape and tame them!
tiramisu392 (at) yahoo.com
I'm a 'natural' look kind of gal, but mascara is one of the necessity items. I prefer 2000 Calorie Extreme Lash Plumper mascara by Mac.
A good tweezer is essential - currently, my favorite is Revlon's Platinum one - even better than the Diamond Grip (I think Tweezerman is completely over-rated)
I can't live without my MAC lip conditioner.
pitagirl91(at)gmail(dot)com
My makeup must-haves are: pressed powder applied with a powder brush and Diorshow Black Out mascara. Eyebrow maintenance, i think, is the key to well groomed look.
will definitely tweet this on!
new follower, too!
sweet_tea1@ymail.com
i really like neutrogena foundation with spf. it goes on really sheer and has retinol to help with the wrinkles. i feel like it helps me look better than ever...
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Lipgloss is a must in my day.
I am stylish follower
I love Philosophy's Purity face wash. And Burt's Bees chapstick!
Thanks for the giveaway!
paiintmeblue @ gmail.com
I will try and would like to put result after using it.
Semi Permanent Make Up
Instead of buying pore strips that I have to use more than one during one facial, I use regular scotch clear tape. I tear a piece a tape that would fit my nose perfectly, i put the tape on my nose and firmly rub it for a minute or so, then i pull the tape off in a fast motion. Repeating the process is okay because unlike pore strips, tape is a lot more affordable and most of the time handy.
mylinh1112@gmail.com
My favorite beauty products are mascara and lip gloss.
i love mascara too... tho these days i can't seem to live without a little blush too!
i'm such a follower.
My favorite beauty product would have to be the Biotherm "self-tanning water". It is by far the best facial tanner I have found. Not only does it give a natural color, but it is also a toner so it is not oily or greasy. I would recommend it to anyone!
I love the Un-Petroleum Jelly by Alba! It works as a great makeup remover and an awesome overnight moisturizer.
I never leave home without mascara and lipstick (well, lipgloss). I'm always looking for new ones to try. I'll have to check these out!
Thanks!
Stacey
stacey.thornton@gmail.com
After seeing this product in store I tried it too (mascara) I might have to try the eye color as well. I liked the mascara ok, but nothing beats Dior. I love your blog - and am a dedicated follower! :)
My favorite beauty tip is adding water to an applicator to make eyeshadow darker and longer lasting. My email is: urbanamulets@yahoo.com
I linked to my blog at: http://urbanamuletshandcraftedjewelry.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-design-piece-in-works.html
Twitter at: http://twitter.com/urbanamulets
I'm a follower.
My favorite beauty tip is to get double use out of your eye cream by also using it as a lip treatment.
Get softer, smoother lips overnight.
My favorite lip balm is "boudreaux's lip paste" They sell it at Babies R Us and it works GREAT, esp. in the harsh winter months.
Love love love Arbonne's Virtual Illusion makeup primer. It smooths out my skin so much that I don't have to wear foundation or powder most days. Just concealer and blush.
I'm a new follower! My favorite product is tarte cheek stain b/c it stays on all day and looks totally natural. I love your eyeshadow--will try to copy that look!
My favorite mascara is from Arbonne, it is their virtual illusion black mascara. I get volume and it is easy to wash off with out losing the lashes.
Name: Adrienne
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I am a follower of I am Style-ish and Style-ish Reviews.
For an overnight blemish remedy, I like to dab a bit of toothpaste on my face. It dries up the area and leaves skin feeling renewed.
My favorite, cannot-live-without beauty products are mascara and chapstick. I cannot live without it. I always have one on me.
Hmm...
My favorite beauty secret/tip? I use vaseline instead of mascara for a less damaging and clumpy look for glossy, full lashes. And wearing vaseline the night before, on my lips, makes my lips fuller and perfect for applying any sort of lip product :)
bisous,
La C.
My favorite beauty product is black eyeliner! :)
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I've also struggled with the dreaded under-eye "raccoon" look of wandering mascara. Recently I've been using a Prescriptives brand of mascara that really does the trick (no drunken raccoon look), but because of its price (around $19, I think), a less expensive option would be much appreciated. Will be trying the 2000 Calorie mascara to see how it works.
Oops! Email is lapisbluegirl@gmail.com. Thx.
My newest beauty obsession is the Clarisonic Brush. I pushed off buying it for so long because of the price, but I have never regretted procrastinating anything more. I love it. It has worked wonders on my skin. Go out and buy it now, everyone! :)
ashley.miracle@hotmail.com
nice!
Mascara is my fav product. Thanks for the contest.
i love mascara and am always on the lookout! my favorite new product are the lip stains from cover girl.
I love Sephora's eye liners - especially their flashy waterproof liners, they have great staying power! Also any Nars cream shadow!!!
I always make sure I dab a bit of white or light peach eye shadow on the little dip that occurs naturally where your nose meets the corner of your eye area. It brightens your whole face!
Tiffany, I love your blog and am a big follower!
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