Review: Dr. Jart+ Black Label Detox BB Beauty Balm

I've been on the hunt for a Western brand BB cream... or at least, an Asian brand welcomed into the Western world that can be found at suppliers such as Sephora.  I've heard and read great things about the Dr. Jart+ brand so I took advantage of my 15% off sale and purchased the 0.66 oz. option of the brand's Black Label Detox BB Beauty Balm due to it's 4 star rating on the Sephora website.

It's only offered in one shade because of its oxidizing properties which conform to your skin color and is advertised as "one universal shade."  It also features SPF 25 sun protection and a botanical formula that purifies and calms blemish prone skin.

Pros:

• It doesn't irritate my skin or cause any breakouts
• It doesn't add any oiliness to my skin
• It doesn't have a scent or fragrance to it
• It's lightweight and doesn't feel greasy when applied

Cons:

• It's pricey for the amount you pay for (0.66 oz. for $18 and 1.5 oz. for $36 can be purchased here) 
• It did not oxidize to my skintone and was approximately two shades lighter than my actual skintone
• It takes approximately 5-10 minutes to set into your skin
  

Rating: 2/5

Sorry for the hiatus...

I know that one of my resolutions was to write a blog at least once a month, but unfortunately, I couldn't keep up with it due to my crazy school and work schedule... and life in general.  But I'm glad to say that I took my final final of undergrad earlier today and I'm officially done with school!  It's surreal that I'm done and I'm looking forward to enjoying the moment while I can... and I promise there will be more updates to come!

As you can see, I definitely took advantage of Sephora's 15% off sale and Bobbi Brown's Friends & Family sale during my hiatus...

I bought a few usual products (Bobbi Brown's long-wear gel eyeliner, corrector, and concealer and NARS Orgasm blush) but I'm looking forward to sharing my experience with the Dr. Jart Black Label BB Cream and NARSskin Exfoliator!

More updates to come soon... XOXO.

Black Friday Deals!

Our favorite beauty products don't go on sale often, but at 12AM EST, (9PM PST for you West Coasters!) many retailers are offering discounts online!  Some of them last throughout the whole weekend until Monday, and the best thing is that you can avoid the lines and be comfort of your own home.

Ahava: Deadsea mineral skincare - 40% off sitewide on ahavaus.com with code: BLACKFRIDAY. (November 21-25)

Arcona: Organic skincare products - 40% off sitewide on arcona.com. (November 23-24)

Bergdorf Goodman: 17 beauty brands are offering gifts with purchase as part of their "Beauty in a Bag" event.  In-store and online at bergdorfgoodman.com. (November 23-December 2)

Bliss: Up to 50% on select luxury items, in addition to 30% on bundles and sets and 20% on a selection of products on blissworld.com. (November 23-27)

Dr. Brandt: 50% off eye creams on Black Friday on drbrandtskincare.com. (November 23)

Fekkai: 20% off plus free shipping sitewide on fekkai.com. (November 23-26)

Giorgio Armani Beauty: 20% off plus free shipping sitewide on purchases over $75 on Black Friday on giorgioarmanibeauty.com. (November 23)

Sephora: $10 products on Black Friday, both in-store and online at sephora.com. (November 23)

Shu Uemura: 20% off plus free shipping sitewide on all orders over $50 on shuuemura-usa.com with code: WISH2012. (November 22-27)


Happy Shopping!  XOXO.