Best/Worst of Makeup and More

I post a lot of reviews on here, y'all. And one of my fave types of reviews would be Best/Worst.

I'll take a certain makeup type, like liquid lipsticks, test a ton of them, and then present the best/worst to you.

Since I've posted so many over the years, sometimes those posts get lost in the shuffle.

I wanted to share a roundup of my roundups. I did all of the hard work for you! Which ones have you missed?

Skincare

Best Cleansing Balms

Best Facial Cleansers

Micellar Water Reviews

MORE Micellar Water Reviews

Primers/Sprays

Best Primers to Hide Pores: High End

Best Drugstore Primers to Hide Pores

Best Illuminating Primers

Best Drugstore Makeup Setting Sprays

Foundation

5 Fave Drugstore Foundations

Best/Worst Drugstore Highlight/Contour Palettes

Best Serum Foundations

Eyeliner/ Eyebrows

Best Eyeliners

Best Brow Mascaras

Lipstick

10 Liquid Lipsticks

Best Matte Drugstore Liquid Lipsticks

Best Lip Tars/ Best Lip Paints

Best/Worst Lip Crayons

Best Drugstore Kiss-Proof Lipsticks

Lip Oils Best/Worst

Blushes

Best Drugstore Blushes

Best Natural Blushes for Spring

Brushes/Sponges

Best Mini Beauty Blenders

Brushes, Fingers, Sponges: Which is the Best?

Liquid Brush Cleansers

Eyeshadow

Best Drugstore Matte Palettes

Hair

Best/Worst Frizz Fighters

Best Dry Shampoos for Brunette Hair

Mascara

Best/Worst Lash Primers

Masks

Best/Worst GlamGlow

Best/Worst Sleep Masks

Nails

Best/Worst Drugstore Gel Polish

Brands

Best/Worst Drugstore Makeup Brands

Best/Worst Sephora-Exclusive Brands

Best Drugstore-Exclusive Brands

Makeup & More

Best Travel Beauty Hacks

Best Buys from Sally Beauty

Best Pro Makeup Brands

Which Best/Worst interested you?

What best/worst do I need to cover next?

Best In Beauty: Top 16 of 2016

It's time for my annual Best of Beauty! These are the products I used the most throughout the year:

Row 1:

Essence Lash Princess--A new fave that gives me crazy long lashes for $4.99

Ouai Hair Care Beach Spray--The best beach waves spray I've tried (that I didn't make myself).

See also: 4 New Beauty Products You Need to Try Now

MAC Lady Danger--My fave red--everyone asks what shade I wear, and it's usually this one.

Armani Luminous Silk Foundation--The best foundation for my dry skin.

See also: Dupe or Not? Armani Luminous Silk Foundation vs. L'Oreal True Match Lumi

Row 2:

Dr. Dennis Gross Peel Pads--Soft skin in 5 minutes

Essie Gel Couture Polish--My nails easily last over a week with this--but you must use both the Essie gel couture polish and top coat--I've posted it on my social media many times.

Too Faced Palettes--I'm posting a pic of the new Peach palette, but this was the brand of palettes I used the most this year.

See also: Too Faced Peach Palette: Everything You Need to Know

Davines Oi Hair Care--This is what I use on my hair before a blow out.

Row 3:

Buxom Full on Lip Cream--It's a sticky gloss with a minty feel that looks so pretty on lips. White Russian is my fave.

See also: Sephora VIB Haul

Hot Tools--I used several of their curling irons and wands the most over the year.

It Cosmetics Bye Bye Makeup--I got really into cleansing balms this year, and this was one of many I used.

See also: Best Cleansing Balms

Jessies Girl Liquid Liner--One of the best liquid liners, only $6.99, that I would put up against high end ones.

See also: Best Eye Liners

Row 4:

Target Up&Up Polish Remover--The scrubbers inside combined with the acetone make this the best polish remover I've ever tried, and I've tried them all. Glitter comes off easily.

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Highlight--My favorite brand of highlighters. The Balm's Mary Lou Manizer was a close second.

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb--I don't wear perfume often, but when I do, this makes the list.

Makeup Revolution Makeup Brushes--I loved using this type of brush for foundation, and this brand is super affordable.

Are any of these your faves as well?

Which of these have you tried?

Extra Elle:
Doing a major house cleanup! I've gotten rid of so much stuff and it's not even the new year yet!
HAPPY 2017!!!

Ride or Die Makeup Tag

Happy Labor Day! I hope you're enjoying yours, and maybe getting some shopping in. But before you do, I made a video of my favorite makeup products. It's called the Ride or Die Makeup Tag and I'm tagging YOU!

Primer:

• UD Pore Perfecting

Foundation:

• Armani Luminous Silk

Powder:

• RCMA No Color

Setting Spray:

• Mac Fix Plus (I use my DIY dupe here)

Eyeshadow Palette:

• LORAC Pro

Mascara:

• It Cosmetics Super Hero

Perfume:

• Miss Dior Cherie

Bronzer:

• Tarte Park Avenue Princess

Blush:

• Exposed by Tarte

Highlight:

• The Balm Mary Lou Manizer

Eyeliner:

• Kat Von D Tattoo (see my other fave in the video!)

Lipstick:

• MAC Lady Danger (see my other faves in the video plus a sweet story!)

Lipgloss:

• Buxom 

Brow:

• Benefit (yes I know Essence is a dupe--see my comparison here)

Concealer:

• It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Illuminator

AND THERE'S EVEN MORE on my Youtube, plus the reasoning behind each item!
I TAG YOU!
Let me know you makeup must-haves!

Best Eyeliners: Pencil, Gel, Liquid, Felt Tip

Hannah sent me an email asking about the best eyeliners almost a year ago! After lots of testing and research, I've got some of the best eyeliners that last. I tried to be as versatile as possible, giving options of every price, need and type! I left out cake liners, since they aren't as common right now, but let me know if you need suggestions. Everything is linked below.

Best Pencil Eyeliners:

• Laura Gellar I-CARE WATERPROOF EYELINER--Great for sensitive eyes, comes in 19 colors, and nice on the waterline--sharpener in the cap
• Maybelline Unstoppable Mechanical Eyeliner--Great for small eyes
• Tarte Tarteist Double Take Eyeliner--My newest fave since it features a pencil on one end and liquid liner on the other. Dries matte!
• Urban Decay 24/7--A classic that comes in MANY colors and lasts for hours
• Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Liner--I love the smudger on the end. 

Best Gel Liners

• Loreal Infallible Laquer Liner--Very easy to use
• Stila Smudge Pots--Can be used as shadow or primer (there are plenty of colors other than black) or as a liner
• Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel Liner--Comes in a few shades and is an award-winner
• YSL Long Wear Cream Liner--This stuff lasts on the oiliest of skin
• Tarte Clay Pot Waterproof Liner--Comes in matte finish or shimmer finish

Tip: Store pots upside down to help prevent drying out.

Best Felt Tip Marker Liners

• Sephora Fine Line--Picked this up on a whim and was pleasantly surprised. Very easy to use to get a cat eye
• Eyeko Black Magic Liquid Liner--Inspired by calligraphy in Japan, this liner lasts for years before replacing
• Jessie's Girl Liquid Liner--Found at Rite Aid (and online, I linked it and all liners) this is my pretty close version of the Eyeko liner, but at a cheaper price
• Stila Stay All Day--This comes in several colors and is usually at THE top of the list as being the best. It is my 2nd fave.
• Urban Decay Perversion--Love the fine tip on this!
• Kat Von D Tattoo--My fave!

Tip: Shake before using

Best Liquid Liners:

• Lancome Artliner--Liquid liners can be tricky or intimidating, but this one is easy to use!
• Maybelline Ultra Liner--A classic, waterproof formula that never lets me down
• Paula Dorf Transfomer--This is my makeup artist secret. Take any shadow and turn it into a long-lasting liquid liner with this! Sure, you can do that with nearly any clear liquid, but this is smudge-proof. Works well on brides too, especially with false lashes.
• Lip Ink Liquid Liner--Polyvore wouldn't clip the image when I was making the collage, so no pic here--click the link to see. This is made in USA with natural, vegan, organic, & kosher botanical ingredients. 100% smear-proof, money guaranteed!

Of course, it is impossible to please everyone, 

which is why I welcome your favorites in the comments!

Extra Elle:

I usually do my eyebrows myself, but I prefer them threaded. I finally found a place I like in Atlanta!

Thanks for your comments yesterday on my post!

Best of Beauty: Top 15 of 2015 (GIVEAWAY)

And we made it! Another year is in the books. I, for one, am glad this year is over. But it wasn't all bad. One of my highlights was trying out all the makeup. All the beauty things! And today I've got my list of 15 items that were huge faves of mine. This is something I have done for the past few years (see 2014, 2013, 2012) and to keep you reading, there's a giveaway at the end. Two winners! Let me know your faves.

TOP ROW 1-6:

• Beachwaver--My fave hair tool for beachy waves
• Lancome Grandiose Mascara--Because I love long lashes
• Oribe Texturizing Spray--Instant volume and texture
• Cailyn O Brush--For when I want to take time doing my makeup, this gives me an airbrushed finish
• Makeup Geek Brushes--I love every one that I've tried
• Q Tica--I picked up this extending top coat at Bed, Bath, & Beyond, and it's been a must-use ever since

MIDDLE ROW (7-11):

• MAC Lady Danger--My fave red of the year
• Armani Luminous Silk Foundation--This looks lovely on dry skin.
• UP&UP Nail Polish remover--I've tried every method of removing glitter polish, and this is THE fastest.
• OFRA Liquid Lipsticks--My fave brand of all matte liquid lipsticks
• Perfect Formula Gel Polishes--I got a sampler pack of these, and loved them all.

BOTTOM ROW (12-15):

• Olivia Palermo for Ciate in Smoked Suedes--This palette really impressed me for design, shades, and formula
• D&G No.1 Sophia Lauren Lipstick--My fave everyday lipstick
• Becca Skin Perfecting Highlighters--I love every shade in powder or cream. Perfet for glowy skin.
• Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes--Sometimes I need a quick clean up, and these never let me down! They get everything off.

Giveaway: 2 Winners will win $25 gift cards to Walmart, thanks to Neutrogena. 

To enter: In the comments, tell me:

• a beauty fave of yours, 
• how you follow my blog (or my social media)

Make sure I have a way to contact you! This giveaway will end Jan 10, 2016