Product review: Temptu airbrush makeup

During the weekend I tried the new airbrush makeup system by Temptu. According to the press release back in August this company has been embellishing the faces of famous people and models for years for photo shoots, filming and live appearances.

I lined up at Sephora to get my experience with airbrush makeup. Before I tried it, I observed other people. One lady had a lot of melasma or sun damage, her pore size was small and her skin was very good beside the dark spots. The makeup covered them well, but still you could see a little of the heavier pigmentation. She looked good, but no different than using regular foundation.

My application was easier, I think. I asked for a light application for day use. These are some of my observations and experience:

1- The machine looks easy to use

2- Cost wise it is a “big” initial investment. The machine costs about $220.00 in Sephora and a set of 2 foundation pods cost $55.00. I was told each pod will last about two months.

3- My husband questioned what will happen if the machine breaks down after the warranty runs out? It is a sophisticated small unit. He said that it is unlikely it can be repaired by you.

4- I think time wise I can apply foundation faster with a sponge or makeup brush.

5- One thing I love about the system is that it is very hygienic, because the dispenser never touches the skin and it does not need to touch anything. There is nothing to clean or dispose.

6- The application is pleasant, I felt like a gentle blow of cold air and the micro particles start to cover the skin.

7- I asked if the particles could get inside the nose or the contact lenses. I was told there are no risks. I am still concerned about this, because when applying next to the nose the particles can be breathed in and with daily use I am not sure it is totally healthy.

8- Afterward the foundation looked natural, my tone was even out perfectly and expression lines were less visible. I was happy with the look.

9- I was not very happy with the feeling, my skin felt sticky all the time.

10- The foundation lasted all afternoon and evening until I washed it out.

11- I love how the blush looks. It looks very natural

12- I am concerned about the limitated options. If you purchase this unit you will need to use only their products at this time. This limits the textures, colors and prices. I love to try new products and that will not be possible. What happens if this brand or another brand launches a new and better system? You would need to think about the big initial investment.


Conclusion
I think this is a great resource for makeup artists and I would like to use it for special occasions in a professional application. I will not buy the machine at this time, because I prefer to use a mineral foundation and have the freedom to pick the brands and textures I like. I read in some forums that it has caused pimples in some people.

If you are interested go to a Sephora store and try it. If you buy the machine and you are not satisfied you can return it.


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Aveda Men Pure Performance Shampoo review

Like most other men I must confess that I let Lorena make most of the personal care products choices for me. Not only is she an expert on these issues, she has generally purchased the right products for me.

That is why when I received a sample of Aveda Men Pure Performance Shampoo to review, I was delighted to try it. I must say that the previous product that I reviewed from the company Aveda Men shave cream (which I got as a gift) was also a pleasant surprise, and so was this one.

What I like about this shampoo is that it does not have that "chemically" feeling that you get from most other shampoos. It works smoothly in your hair and you get plenty of lather. I left it on for just a minute or so and then rinsed it off. I could feel the effect right away.

I am told that it contains kunzea, citrus and certified organic essential oils of spearmint, vetiver, and lavender.

If you are one of those men that simply don't have the time or the patience to research shampoos, this is a product that you can buy with your eyes closed. A 300 ml bottle is somewhat expensive at $18 and will run out fast for people like me who workout every day and use plenty of shampoo to get the sweat out, but I think it is worth it.

Peptides Plus Derma e. Product review

I got a few samples of this cream in Whole Foods. I like the brand. I tried other products before and it always performs well. This cream was really good for my sensitive skin. It leaves the skin soft and not greasy and I think it worked well bringing softness and radiance to my complexion. It is an anti aging cream and it has good ingredients common in anti aging cosmetics. I do not have wrinkles (yet) but it doesn't hurt to fight them right now.

This is a cream I would definitely buy again. You can buy Derma e Peptides Plus Double-Action Wrinkle Reverse Creme, 2 oz (56 g) and it performs as well as more expensive creams.

Kinerase cream review

I had wanted to try Kinerase for a while so finally I got a couple of samples at Nordstrom. I was excited to try the cream (1 % concentration). I used the cream for a couple of weeks only so I cannot say about making expression lines and wrinkles look better. I do not have wrinkles, but I have dry skin in the cold season and I try to keep it well moisturized. My skin is also slightly sensitive and tends to get red easily and occasionally breaks out.

The cream is absorbed fast, it is not oily, it does not leave residues and it almost does not have any smell (which I like). The problem for my skin was that it made it feel drier, it did not provide any moisture, after a few days feeling like this I applied another cream on top.

I do not like to write negative reviews so I read a lot of reviews on the Internet (in Makeup Alley and in Dermadoctor) and I found that my case was not unique. Many people feel that the cream makes the skin drier. It is an immediate sensation and I did not see any positive results, but I have to recognize that 2 weeks is not enough time to see any solid results, but due to the effect on my skin I could not use it any longer.

I am not saying that this is not a good cream, but if you want to try it, get a sample first. Less than half of the reviews are positive. I read that the company that makes this product (Valeant Pharmaceuticals) experiments on animals. This is not something I approve of and one more reason I would not buy it.

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Product review: Under age moisturizer

I love to try new cosmetics; sometimes I get good ones other not so good ones, and sometimes something really good. In this last category I found Under Age by the natural skin care line Kiss my Face. As its label said, it is an Ultra Hydrating Moisturizer. It is a rich cream for normal skin in winter and to dry skin the rest of year.

Although it is rich, it absorbs very easily and leaves no residues. You get really soft skin. I plan to get it for winter. I love the smell and how it leaves my skin.