beta talks beauty

A makeup junkie obsessed with color, portraiture and art. It doesn't always have to make sense to be beautiful.

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I keep a list of brands that I haven’t tried but want to explore. @personacosmetics was on that list and I finally got around to trying a couple of things! I know everyone raves about their eyeshadows so I’m definitely like 👀 lol they look beautiful. The products I’ve tried are their Laguna Highlighter and glosses in Honey & Toffee. Swipe for swatches! Here are my thoughts 👇 • Cali Glow Laguna Highlighter: She is THICC with ✌️ Cs and she is pigmented as all get out. Less is more for me (it buffs out best that way), but if you’re a more is more kinda person this gorgeous pale gold has you covered too. • Glosses in Honey & Toffee: They’re each a gorgeous shade on their own or as toppers. The formula is comfortable but thick enough to last a while and the shiiiiiine is there ✨ I can’t say I’m surprised that I had a good experience, but I’m definitely happy with it. Have you tried this brand? What are some of your favorites of theirs? 😀 … 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Use of tags or hashtags does not imply or give my consent for repost. I reserve all rights to this content. Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! ☺️ https://www.instagram.com/p/CR6sqfEsTpt/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Love at first bronze 😻☀️ @alamarcosmetics just knows how to do it right. It’s pigmented, blends like an airy dream, and holds up all day. The variation I have of the Hydrating Complexion Trio is in Medium-Tan. The three tones work perfectly together (on my complexion) to add dimension and depth, and the formula really lends itself to be controlled and manipulated. Now I don’t want to tell you what to do, but if you have their Bronzer brush, you HAVE TO try them together!!! Lol it’s my favorite bronzing brush as it makes any bronzer perform like a million bucks, but with this one it’s just that much more special. They nailed it 👏 … 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! https://www.instagram.com/p/CRzGV2msxvn/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Out of a few new to me products I shared, the @artistcouture Ethereal Bloom palette is what most of you voted for in Stories! Swipe for a vid of these GORGEOUS swatches and check out my latest reel to see it in action. 😃 What do we think? Would you wear it or are you more so into neutrals? … 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! https://www.instagram.com/p/CRrXiwAsAm3/?utm_medium=tumblr

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[PR] #firstaidbeautygiftedme Do you believe in toners or are they a waste of time and $$ in your mind? I see them as not entirely necessary, but also can be very helpful to treat like my experience with this guy from @firstaidbeauty 🙌 I jumped at the opportunity to try FAB’s new Oil-Minimizing Toner with Salicylic Acid 💙 I’ve gone through just about the whole “pandy” without breaking out too much from maskne (yes I’m double vaxed and still wearing a mask) and now all of a sudden my skin is breaking out. 😅 This toner has helped me keep them in check A TON! I’ll swipe this over cleansed skin usually in the evenings and by the next morning my blemishes are smaller/on the mend. A little about the product itself: It’s fragrance-free, doesn’t sting or burn my sensitive skin, and it plays nice with the skincare I use afterwards. Swipe to take a peek at the ingredients. Here’s the only con I can think of…It claims to make skin less oily and I don’t notice my skin being less oily, if I’m honest…at least not due to this product, yet anyway. Maybe I need to use it more during the day? However, the fact that I can depend on this to keep my skin in check is enough to keep me going back for more. It’s a winner for me! The more I try from them, the more I fall in love 😻 *This product is a free PR sample from @firstaidbeauty 💙 Thank you! #firstaidbeauty #cleanbeauty #octolyfamily https://www.octoly.com/c/hftw2/r/hbbkx https://www.instagram.com/p/CRneevkM2b_/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Meet my latest complexion obsession 🙌 The Dualist Matte & Illuminating Concealer from @wander_beauty has been on heavy rotation because it’s just easyyyy. I love the coverage, the finishes, and how both formulas work together. I even wear this alone on minimal makeup days and it stays in place all day even in this Cali heat ☀️🌴 Swipe for swatches! Here’s the breakdown 👇 The matte stick concealer is super easy to draw on and blend out. It’s creamy, has great coverage, and I don’t find myself freaking out if I forget to set it. LOVE that it has a natural matte finish and that it’s not drying or cakey looking. The illuminating concealer has a doe foot wand applicator, has a sheer to light coverage, pairs beautifully with the matte concealer to customize coverage, and I love that it feels hydrating. Both products together are *chef’s kiss* 👌💕 and I’ve gotta say…if you’re a busy bee that tends to carry a makeup bag to apply on the move, this is awesome for that! … 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! https://www.instagram.com/p/CRhQmc5MpeJ/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Say hello to the prettiest trio! I shared these @essencemakeup goodies in Stories yesterday because omg was I impressed and apparently so were many of you! 😍 If you’re into neutrals and looking for something affordable, these are so flattering IMO. The blush and lipstick have a peachy undertone that are going to look perfect all year round. Very impressed with performance and staying power too.👌 Here’s everything pictured 👇 • 8h Stay Lipliner in Because Duh • This is Nude Lipstick in Loyal • The Blush in Bespoke Swipe for swatches 😀 … 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! https://www.instagram.com/p/CRb1L7cMHXz/?utm_medium=tumblr

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{PR} #giftedbyipsy Hello July @ipsy Glambag ☀️💕 This month’s Stay Golden theme includes👇 * @briogeo Superfoods Avocado + Kiwi Mega Moisture Hair Mask * @nomadcosmetics Cartagena Mágica Eres el Mundo Intense Eyeshadow * @kvdbeauty Cake Pencil eyeliner in Trooper Black * @firstaidbeauty Pores Be Gone Matte Primer * @hipdot Blush in Red Moon Swipe to see close ups of the two compact products or visit my Stories for the unboxing 🤩✨ Did we get any of the same stuff? *All products are free PR samples via @ipsy 💛 Thank you! #ipsystaygolden #ipsy #ipsyglambag #ipsyjuly2021 https://www.instagram.com/p/CRUhkqtMJWK/?utm_medium=tumblr

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{PR} #giftedbytheinkeylist Feeling spoiled from friends @theinkeylist for their #spotlightrealskin campaign. LOVE that 👏 “perfect skin” doesn’t exist for most of us, am I right? Y’all are probably sick to death of hearing about how sensitive my skin is (I am too) 😅 I’ve been working hard to understand it lately and have made some major progress in identifying causes and triggers (from the inside out) that I’ll get into later in a different post. It’ll take me a while to work through everything in the second pic, but I thought I’d share that my skin is LOVING the combo in this first. Specifically the hyalouronic acid + niacinamide combo have been incredible at creating and retaining moisture while soothing my skin. I still can’t believe how effective this range is for the price point! Check out today’s Stories for the full breakdown and my thoughts so far. Here’s everything they sent over 👇 * Caffeine Eye Cream * Hyaluronic Acid Serum * Niacinamide Serum * Bakuchiol Moisturizer * Retinol Treatment * Polyglutamic Acid Treatment * Salicylic Acid Cleanser * Tranexamic Acid Night Treatment You’ll have to let me know if you have any favorites from them. Their Oat Cleansing Balm is on my list to try next! * All products are free PR samples from @theinkeylist 🖤 Thank you! https://www.instagram.com/p/CRPfI6gMOZb/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Currently watching the Euro Final 🇮🇹 ⚽️ 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 with the hubs! Posting swatches of the @dominiquecosmetics Transition Palette during halftime ☺️ A couple days ago I used it in Stories both on the face and eyes. Love that it’s multi use! Swipe to see the look and a live look at swatches. So far so good with it but still forming my thoughts. Enjoy the swatches for now 💕 … 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! https://www.instagram.com/p/CRMxfnYsoTW/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Ohhhh we’re gonna have fun with this! For one of my June @boxycharm Premium choice products, I went for the @dominiquecosmetics Transition Eye + Face Palette. Perfect all matte neutrals (with an awesome mirror)! I also chose the @lauramercier blush in Grapefruit and I haven’t been able to put it down. So good!! Swipe to see my full BoxyCharm Premium for June or come hang out in Stories for the unboxing 📦✨ … 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! ☺️ #boxycharm #boxycharmpremium https://www.instagram.com/p/CRFVAL8snJv/?utm_medium=tumblr

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{PR} #giftedbydrzenovia @drzenovia products have become staples in my skincare routine over the past year or so. So excited to see that they’re expanding their line by offering an Acne Solution System*! Here’s what’s in it 👇 * STEP 1: 10% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Cleanser * STEP 2: 5% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Spot Treatment * STEP 3: Aloe Vera Blemish Soothing Moisturizer (trial size) I don’t get too many acne blemishes these days but when I do (*ahem* that time of the month 🙄) the treatment and moisturizer have zapped it without stripping my skin. Can’t wait to try the cleanser to complete the system 😀 * All products are free PR samples from @drzenovia 💙 Thank you! #drzenovia #skincarejunkies #acneskincareroutine … 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! https://www.instagram.com/p/CRCY3iwMFY_/?utm_medium=tumblr

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{PR} #giftedbypixi Catching up with some @pixibeauty mail! I’m head over heels for their glowy cheek products so these collab palettes look incredible 😍 So fun! Swipe for a better look and drop me a comment with which one caught your eye first 👀💕 #pixipretties #pixibypetra #pixiglow *All products are free PR samples from @pixibeauty 💚 Thank you! https://www.instagram.com/p/CRARgoGsbSV/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Hi, I’ve missed you! 😭💕 Hope you’re all doing amazing! I took a step back from socials for a little while to handle real life. Going over it all + a PR package in Stories for those who want to hang out and catch up. Thank you for sticking around, friends 😘 Can’t wait to love on you!! … 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ_rlf3rj4g/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Did you catch my last GRWM Reel? I used a couple of @saiebeauty products, their Glowy Supergel in Starglow and Slip Tint in shade Three + Half. They’re both beautifully lightweight and perfect for those looking for a natural & glowy complexion. Here’s the breakdown 👇 • Glowy Supergel in Starglow: This is a very thin and watery serum that adds a natural glow to the complexion. You can wear this alone, under makeup, or top the high points of the face to highlight. If you prefer a soft or natural look, this is perfect! I definitely see shimmering particles when swatching, but I don’t detect it on the face. Additional things to note... It has a very strong botanical scent upon application but it does not linger for long at all and it also hasn’t caused any reaction on my sensitive skin. The size I have is a mini and they also offer a deeper bronzed shade in the full size that I’m eyeing 😍 Swipe all the way through to see it compared to the Charlotte Tilbury HFF in number 3. • Slip Tint in shade Three + Half: This tinted moisturizer provides sheer to a light-medium coverage when built up. My favorite way to apply is with my hands or stippled and buffed with a brush to control coverage. The formula feels very comfortable on the skin, provides a Broad Spectrum SPF of 35, and is perfect for everyday wear. It’s also been great on my sensitive skin 😊 https://www.instagram.com/p/CP_GkDBBjV2/?utm_medium=tumblr

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{PR} If you’re looking to bump up the coverage and even out minor skin texture, this @rarebeauty Pore Diffusing Primer* could be one to turn to! I was super curious to see what the texture would feel like since I hate silicone feeling primers that claim to lessen the appearance of pores. Happy to report that this is way more comfortable than I anticipated! It does, inevitably, have a little bit of that dimethicone slip, but the water based formula really helps it be more comfortable and less gritty. When paired with the Rare Beauty foundation, my skin looks buttery smooth and I’m really able to manipulate the coverage. I’ve used the primer with other foundations and it’s nice, but with the Rare Beauty foundation, it’s flawless. 🙌 You can really tell that they were formulated for one another! If you’re heavy handed like me, I highly recommend using no more than a pea sized amount at a time and really target areas of concern to work in product. Adding too much of a good thing sometimes made my makeup sit on the face instead of mesh with it. In addition to this primer helping smooth, and prolong wear, it claims to help keep skin matte, but I found that it does not control my oily areas. I do, however, find it to be hydrating and enjoy the experience overall! *This product is a free PR sample from @rarebeauty via @octoly with no obligation to post. Thank you! 💗 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! ☺️ https://www.instagram.com/p/CPoejhmhpZK/?utm_medium=tumblr

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{PR} Happy Memorial Day! 🇺🇸 Literally nothing I say after that sounds right other than thank you to those who have sacrificed so much so that people like me can sit here and talk about skincare. On to the Product Review 👇 Our skin changes depending on environmental or internal factors (aren’t hormones lovely?), so it makes sense that we may have different skin needs and concerns depending on what’s going on in our lives at any given moment. @rosemdskin is newly launched @sephora and I’ve recently been testing out their Signature Moisturizer* which has been fab to quench my skin these past few months! The brand also offers multiple Booster serums to help customize and tailor to your skin needs—such a great concept! They offer boosters for Calming, Brightening, Blemish Control, and Retexturizing Retinol. For the last couple of weeks, I’ve been customizing my moisturizing experience by mixing in the Skin Calming Booster* to the Signature Moisturizer and so far so good! Love the feel of the lightweight milky serum. I find it to be an extra boost of hydration and I’m excited to see what the final verdict will be after a couple months of continued use. This Calming booster is intended for Normal, Dry, & Combo skin. I’m combo leaning oily and think it would work for most skin types looking for a hydration boost or to rebalance skin. Skin Calming Booster Ingredient Call Outs👇 • Hyalouronic Acid: Helps the skin retain moisture • Sea Whip Extract: Soothes and calms skin • Green & White Twa Extracts: Antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage and helps calm it down • Formula is vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, and the packaging is fully recyclable. Swipe for a closer look ☺️ Hope you all are having a great day and carving out some special time with loved ones (or solo) to replenish for the week ahead ❤️ *PR free product from @rosemdskin via @octoly — thank you 🧡 https://www.octoly.com/c/hftw2/r/hbav1 #RoseMDSkingiftedme #sephora #rosemdskincalmingbooster #octolyfamily https://www.instagram.com/p/CPjgQ0lB9Dh/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Hi friends! Taking a break from binge watching Who Killed Sara on Netflix all weekend. We are HOOKED!!! 😱 Have you watched it? For those of my friends who grew up watching novelas with their mom, you’ll provably recognize a lot of the actors lol 😆 In makeup news, today I’m coming atcha with swatches of my entire @nudestix eye pencils collection. Most of these are my favorite Magnetic Luminous formula but I have a couple others in the mix too. My love affair started with the shade Nudity and blew up into a full blown addiction lol. They’re just so easy to use and last all day on me! In my routine, they’re the obvious choice for days I need to: get ready quickly, need it to last all day, or low energy days where I want to look like I tried harder than I actually did 😅 You can catch me wearing Burnish in Stories. I’ll let you decide which of those reasons is why I pulled my Nudestix out today 😂 📌 Brands/Repost Accounts: Please DM me for permission before reposting my content. Thank you! ☺️ https://www.instagram.com/p/CPQ5_j_Bo_S/?utm_medium=tumblr