In the winter time the dry air really affects my skin. Specifically my legs in the shin area. I'm not one to use lotion on a regular basis but when I did in the winter it seemed pointless. My skin would still be dry flaky and itchy by the end of the day. I needed something that would … [Read more...]
What’s In Trina’s Makeup Bag?
January 29, 2010
Hey, hey everyone! I'm Trina, a 30-something married momma of 2. I was born and raised in Sweet Home Alabama, and my family and I still call it home. I've always loved fashion and makeup but over the last few years have really become obsessed with it. I contribute here at Chic Critique every … [Read more...]
DIY: Nude Lipstick
January 19, 2010
When it comes to makeup, I'm an eyeshadow junkie. I love creating new looks and wearing bold colors. Since most of these looks pair better with a nude lip, I needed the perfect nude lipstick. By now I've tried alot of nude lipsticks and it's not as easy as it seems to find a good one. Some … [Read more...]
Get to the Bottom of Your Lipgloss
January 5, 2010
While chatting with a friend one day I was lamenting the fact that my lipgloss tube wasn't quite empty but I just couldn't get anymore out of it. The next words out of her mouth changed my life. Ok, maybe not that drastic, but they've helped me get more out of my lipgloss than ever … [Read more...]
ANEW Eye Lifting Serum Shadow: A Review
December 22, 2009
My cousin Angie (an AVON rep) saw my post here on Chic Critique a few months back about the MAC Paint Pot and emailed me about trying the ANEW Eye Lifting Serum Shadow. Ok, so what does AVON claim this will do? In a clinical study it was found that over 75% of women showed a reduction in … [Read more...]
Get More Outta That LBD
December 8, 2009
Everyone has an LBD (Little Black Dress). And if you don't, you should. (Get thee to a store ASAP and buy one! I'll be here when you get back. Seriously.) The key to expanding your wardrobe sometimes is to just think outside the box. Work with what you have and try to see things you've had … [Read more...]
My e.l.f. Experience, Part 2
November 24, 2009
If you haven't read Part 1, you can find it here. After raiding my local Dollar General for e.l.f. brushes and basic tools I scoped out the website to see what other goodies where available. After perusing for what seemed like forever, I finally made up my mind and picked up these: Mineral … [Read more...]
My e.l.f. experience, Part 1
November 10, 2009
A few months ago, I heard Dollar General was carrying e.l.f. products. I kid you not when I say I immediately went to a local DG to scope it out. I had been dying to try this inexpensive line of makeup and beauty tools but wanted to see it in person first. To my dismay all I found were basic … [Read more...]
Ponds ® Towelette Review
October 27, 2009
A few months ago I was contacted by someone at Pond's marketing team offering to send me a complimentary pack of Ponds Towelettes to review on my blog. I posted my review there last week (since that was in the original agreement and prior to me signing on here at Chic Critique) but wanted to share … [Read more...]
