Katy Kat Eye Waterproof Mascara Review

Hello Beautiful Ones!

I'm alive! It feels like it's been a million years since I've blogged. Sometimes you just have to feel inspired you know? Writer's block is not a myth. But I've been officially pulled out of my funk by a new mascara (what else?!). Not only is it new but it's also drugstore. That means my wallet is as happy as I am. Today I'm reviewing the Katy Kat Eye Waterproof Mascara from Covergirl.

This mascara joins the Covergirl Katy Perry collection along with her Katy Kat Matte lipsticks. They get bonus points for the clever names. The Katy Kat Eye mascara comes in both a waterproof and regular formula. I opted for waterproof because we are in the middle of a heat wave here in Nebraska. The heat index here is currently 106 degrees, so waterproof is greatly appreciated. While the regular formula comes in three shades the waterproof has only one: very black. This mascara retails at an affordable $7.99.

Let's start as always with the packaging. I really like the sleek black and white. Very striking and modern (am I describing interior design right now or mascara? I don't even know any more). The first thing that caught my attention was the brush. Covergirl describes it as a "360 degree brush" that is designed to create volume. Basically there is a blank section with no bristles that spirals it's way up from the top to the bottom. This allows the bristles to get a better grip on your lashes. Does it work though? Yes! The first time I used this I couldn't believe how well it coated and separated my lashes. I am blessed with naturally long lashes but this made them look even longer and my eyes even bigger. The only thing I didn't love was that I always seemed to get extra product on the brush which usually meant some smudges during the application process.

Now on to the next question... is this stuff actually waterproof? I don't know about you but if I hear that something is waterproof I expect it to survive a hurricane. Thankfully I haven't had the chance to test this one in a tropical storm but I can say that I am very impressed! So far it has survived a full day of work, a run, and even a shower! In fact it works so well that I sometimes struggle with actually removing it. Covergirl is not playing around when they say waterproof, this thing isn't coming off until you want it to.

So what's the final verdict? This is a major winner in my book! I've been wearing it for a few weeks now and I've been really loving the results. And at only $7.99 it is worth every penny I promise.

Let me know if you've tried this one in the comments! I hope you're have a fun and sparkly summer, I'll go back to trying not to melt now. But at least my mascara will be on point. :)

XO- Brittney

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Fab or Flop? Maybelline Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara

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Confession: I'm a little bit stubborn. I know what you're thinking: what in the world does that have to do with mascara?! Well, today's fab or flop feature is a product that has been getting gushing reviews all over the blogosphere lately and I think that's why I've been dragging my feet so much on trying it myself. I just hate giving in to insane hype, you know? I'm not a complete crazy person right? (please agree with me for my sanity!) Anyways, here I am to tell you if I think the Maybelline Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara is fab or a flop.

I'm usually pretty fickle when it comes to mascara, always trying new ones and flip-flopping on my favorites. But, recently I've been pretty hooked on the Benefit Roller Lash (review here, shameless plug) so I was very interested to see if this drugstore offering could hold its own and back up the hype.

Let's start, as always, with the packaging. It's lovely. There's not much else to say about it. The metallic fire engine red and fuschia colors go together perfectly, and pop next to the black. It's a nice size. Not too big, not too small.

The thing that Maybelline is really marketing as the game-changer here is the brush. The bristles are a "cup shape" that is supposed to perfectly coat and push-up your lashes. I'm not going to lie I thought it would be much easier to see the "cup" shape when I took the brush out of the tube, but it pretty much looks like a normal mascara brush. I kind of wish they would have packaged it with the brush outside of the tube so that you can really see the shape before it's coated in mascara, but oh well! (I could also wash it off myself if I wasn't completely lazy). Here's some brush pics:

So with all that being said: does it actually work? I've been wearing this one for well over a week now and I can definitely say YES! It really does separate and lift the lashes extremely well. I would even compare it to my beloved Roller Lash in that respect. And the lasting power is fantastic. Not only can it survive a whole day of work but it even stayed put after a run! (I know, I did physical activity what a shocker). My only (small) complaint is that sometimes the product can get a little built up in the bristles so you either have to wipe off the excess with a tissue or just patiently work the brush through your lashes until it is evenly distributed.

My final review?  The Maybelline Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara is 100% fab. You can get it for about $7.50 at most drugstores. The quality of product versus the price is phenomenal. Definitely holds its own against a lot of high end mascaras!

Have you tried this one yet? Let me know!

XO- Brittney

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Benefit Roller Lash Mascara Review

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Every once in a while there is a new beauty product that gets everybody talking. The most recent product to blow up the beauty blogs? Benefit's Roller Lash Mascara. A new mascara that Benefit boasts will make you ditch your lash curlers for good. I couldn't wait to get my hands on this baby and see if it could stand up to the hype!

First of all, let's talk about the packaging. I know it doesn't have anything to do with the product, but when you're paying a decent amount of money for something you want to work as well as look good right? Benefit is always so clever with their packaging, the cap is designed to look like a hair curler (or roller, get it?). 

The real revolution here though is the brush. It is designed to grab each lash and lift it upwards while the formula helps to curl your lashes. I'll be honest, I never really curl my lashes. Mine are pretty naturally long, but every once in a while I get those strays that just want to do their own thing. So I was intrigued by a mascara that would give you lift and curl without actually using a curler (those things just look like torture devices, right?).

The verdict is... THIS IS THE REAL DEAL. Seriously, this is a good one. I've been a big fan of Benefit's They're Real mascara for a while now, but I have to say that this one gives it a run for it's money. The brush does grab on and coat your lashes really well. I would suggest applying slowly so you get good coverage. My lashes really did look curled! It even works for the bottom lashes. Also, the lasting power is great. I didn't have to worry about it budging all day. 

Roller Lash goes on sale officially February 27 (I bought mine with early access for being a Sephora VIB member). You can pick up your own Roller Lash for $24 from Benefit or other retailers like Sephora and Ulta. 

Let me know if you're going to be running out to get this one!

XO- Brittney

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Fab or Flop?: Josie Maran Black Oil Mascara

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Time for another Fab or Flop?! When I recently bought some new things from Sephora (shocker) I got a deluxe sample of the new Josie Maran Black Oil Mascara. I've been wearing it for the last few weeks so I thought I would give you guys my verdict.

First of all, let's just take a minute to appreciate the packaging. It's so pretty and different from what you normally get from mascara bottles. Like I said this was a deluxe sample so it's not quite as big as the normal full sized one. The next thing I noticed about this was the brush. It's pretty funky looking. I'm not usually a big fan of crazy mascara brushes but this one has won me over. Here's a close-up picture of the brush:

This mascara is a very black color which I love. It goes on really smoothly, especially with the brush. It even makes coating your lower lashline easy. I would definitely buy this in the full sized version. 

So Fab or Flop? This one is a definite Fab. If you're in the market for a new mascara I would seriously consider checking this one out! Let me know if you've tried it.

XO- Brittney

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