YouTube Channel

Hi Lovelies,

My channel is finally up, only one video on it so far, but I will have another one going up sometime this week.  It will be for my September favorites.

Below is the link, bare with me as this is a learning process for me.

YouTube Channel - JenBunny

Hope you enjoy and stay tuned for more videos.

If you have any video requests, please post on here or on my channel.  

Update

YouTube Channel

Hi Guys,

I haven't made a post in over a month and I feel so horrible, I hate seeing blog pages that don't have recent activity on them, and now I'm in the same boat...

I am actually working on making a YouTube channel.  I have been filming, but it has not been an easy task. I'm still getting used to talking into the camera.
I am in the process of editing a couple videos that I have completed so they should be up very soon.

Hope you guys will take a moment to watch them :)

This is just a quick post, so below are my August favorites that I didn't get a chance to blog about and some recent purchases that I speak about in my video.

AUGUST FAVORITES

CUSTOM IPHONE5 CASE

I have been looking all over for a nice Chanel case, and didn't like any of the ones that I found.  So, my sweet fiance, made this for me a Moshi Mobile in Pacific Mall.  It is made with Swarovski crystals and acrylic roses :)

I absolutely love it!!!!

MINI SEPHORA HAUL

This lovely purchase made me a VIB Rouge member!!! :)

DRUGSTORE HAUL

Thank you and stay tuned!

Makeup Collection/Storage

I finally made the trip to Ikea, and bought the ever so famous Malm desk.  I love it, and it was super easy to put together (did it all by myself ).

The lipstick holder is from Winners ($12).

Vanity Mirror - Simulated Daylight Fluorescent 10X/1X Cosmetic Mirror in Brushed Nickel from Bed Bath & Beyond ($129)

Drawer Organizers - Dollarama ($1) also available at Bed Bath & Beyond for $9.

Mirror w/White Glitter Frame - Walmart ($10)

Zebra Print Baskets - Michaels ($6)

!July Favourites!

I know I am super late, but finally got around to it.  I bought a lot of products this month, (some of which I still have to try).  Here are the products I have not been able to live without this month, I literally wear each one every day.

BENEFIT - THE POREFESSIONAL

So I caved and bought this primer due to all the hype.  Anything that will help with my oily face is a must have for me.

This product promises to minimize the appearance of pores and fine lines.  I do not find that this does anything for my pores, however unlike the Smashbox Photofinish, this is a balm and I love the texture of it on my face.

I use this just on my t-zone and it works great.  It helps my t-zone stay oil free for a fairly long time and creates a great base for my foundation.

It is a pricey primer, cheaper than the Smashbox but still pricey.  However, since I only apply on my t-zone, I see this product lasting me a long time.  A little goes a long way with this stuff.

I just need to add how cute the packaging is, just like every other Benefit product.

MAYBELLINE - ROCKET VOLUM'EXPRESS (WATERPROOF)

I have to admit when I first tried this product, I hated it, I did not like the formula or the wand.  However, I required waterproof makeup one day, (day at the beach) so I decided to give this a try.

I have to say, I love it.  And it is so true, waterproof formulas help keep your lashes curled.  My lashes can never stay curled, by the time I finish my makeup and get out the door, my lashes are back to straight.

When I use this mascara, I do not have to use any other combination.  It lengthens and is buildable because it does not create clumps, so I get the volume I desire, it is just so perfect!

COLLECTION 2000 - LASTING PERFECTION CONCEALER

This is an amazing concealer.  Great coverage and it lasts all day without creasing.  It dries really fast, so you have to work quick with it, or else it will be difficult to blend out.

I received this in my beauty swap with Suth "A Sweet Escape" and I love her for sending it to me since it is not sold in any retail stores in Canada.

HOURGLASS - AMBIENT LIGHTING POWDER

This universal powder is amazing.  You know when your makeup only looks flawless in certain lighting?  With this range of powders, you will have that all the time. 

This product will give your face a sheen without shine, your skin will feel velvety smooth.

I purchased mine in “dim” it’s a light beige powder with warm and cool tones to blur imperfections.  

No matter how much of it you use, it will never look cakey.  I will definitely be purchasing the others.  

URBAN DECAY - 24/7 GLIDE ON EYE PENCIL (PERVERSION)

This is the perfect eye liner for tight lining and waterline.  It is waterproof and will not smudge all day.

It is extremely creamy and the blackest black.

It is pretty pricey but I just love the smooth application.  

HARD CANDY - BAKED BRONZER (HEAT WAVE)

This bronzer has a slight shimmer when applied, but it just beautiful for the summer.  Great for a no makeup look. 

It adds a great glow to your skin, super natural, with a dewy but matte finish.  It is really easy to work with, especially if you are a beginner because it is very forgiving.

It is a great highlighter as well. 

HOW TO FIND YOUR PERFECT FOUNDATION SHADE ONLINE

Online shopping is so convenient, however, finding the perfect foundation shade online can be very tricky.  I came across a website that is just brilliant!

You just have to enter at least 2 foundation shades that you know are a perfect match for you and then the website will do the rest.

It will give you a whole list of foundations and the shades that best match you, based on the shades that you entered.

*One thing to remember when using this site, if you enter shades that are only sheer coverage then the results will be for similar coverage foundations, it will not give results for a full coverage foundation.  So, make sure you enter a foundation shade with the desired coverage you are looking for.*

FINDATION.COM

Vichy Review

VICHY NORMADERM

Total Mat

I have always loved Vichy products.  They are a little on the pricey side but if you can find their sets, they are  always a steal!

I stumbled across a set a couple weeks ago in Shoppers Drug Mart and I am glad that I did.  It is the "Complete Anti-Shine Routine" set which includes 30ml of the Total Mat Gel, Deep Cleansing Cream and a Toner.

If you have oily skin, I highly recommend this product.  I use this as a primer before applying any makeup and it is amazing, I no longer have to powder in order to mattify my skin.

Product Claims:

Skin care formula with high concentration of perlite. This natural ingredient of volcanic origin has been chosen for its strong absorbing power. Combined to micro-powders with ''blotting effect'' it absorbs oil / sebum and perspiration on the surface of the skin.

Results: Skin is perfectly mattified.With Normaderm Total Mat, you get the feeling of clean skin all day.

- Paraben-free
- Hypoallergenic
- Non comedogenic
- Oil-free
- Tested on sensitive skin
- With soothing and fortifying Vichy thermal spa water

A fresh hydrating gel that mattifies and leaves a clean skin sensation for 12 hours.

I absolutely stand by this product and Vichy's claims.  My skin feels so clean and fresh after this routine.  I think this will replace my Smashbox Photofinish primer.


Retails for $27.95 (set)

DIORSKIN FOREVER

FLAWLESS PERFECTION FUSION WEAR

FPS 25 SPF - PA +++

How beautiful is the packaging?  :)   I absolutely love everything about this foundation!

If you are looking for a full coverage foundation, this may not be your cup of tea.  Although it is a buildable foundation, it is more of a "your skin but better" foundation.

The formula has skin care ingredients that claim to perfect your complexion with use.

The foundation applies beautifully, and smooths out your skin, while filling in lines and pores.  If you stipple it on, it will give you a very air brushed finish.

It has a slight scent to it, although some may not like it, I love it!  I tend to stop and sniff the brush as I am applying it to my face sometimes.  :)

This is a light foundation, so you won't feel like you're wearing anything on your face.  It does have SPF, and it does give a slight white cast in flash photography.  However, this makes your skin look flawless in person, even during daytime in the sun, never cakey.

I have worn this with and without primer and it looks great either way.

I love this as an everyday foundation, but since it is on the pricey side, I switch between this and my L'Oreal True Match.  I find them to be very similar, and I love them almost the same, the Dior has a pump and that is just a major plus in itself.

This line comes in a great range of shades, (if you can't find your color, you can always mix with another color).  I am in the shade Dark Beige 050, and it is a perfect match!

Retails for $48 (1oz)

Beauty Box Swap

Canada/UK

Hello lovelies :)

I am so excited to write this post!  My awesome cousin from the UK suggested we do a box swap back in March.  The aim was to have the packages delivered in time for Easter....obviously that didn't work out, considering I am doing this post in May.

We had sent off the packages on the exact same day, my package was delivered to her within 2 weeks, hers however, took a bit of a tour....

Her package was returned to her all torn up and with a few items removed :(  Poor girl had to repackage what was left and try mailing it again.  Nonetheless, I finally received mine on May 8th.

However, I was not at all pleased with the condition of the package....see below....

Luckily nothing was missing or broken.

I was so excited to open this goody bag!  So let's see what was inside this Royal Mail package :) 

Sleek - Oh So Special Eyeshadow Palette

Love the packaging

SLEEK!!!!!  I was sooooo happy when I saw this palette!  I have watched so many YouTube beauty gurus use this product, and have always wanted to try it.  

The palette has a mirror which I love and also comes with a double sided applicator.

I love the fact that these are all neutral colors (I love neutrals).  I will definitely be using these shades :)

 Next item....

Collection 2000 - Lasting Perfection, Ultimate Wear Concealer

Lasting Perfection concealer.  I used this for my under eyes this morning and it blends so smoothly, and the coverage is great.  (Product indicates 16 hour wear)

Shade:  Deep 4

I just put a few dabs and blended it out with my fingers. The product didn't crease or settle into any fine lines.

I have also heard Sammi rave about this on her YouTube channel BeautyCrush.

 Item # 3...

Accesorize - Bronzer

The product description on the back just says Bronzer, not sure if that is the shade or if it is a Bronzer....

It's a pretty peachy shade with a little bit of glitter, great blush for summer time.

Next up....  

Another  product by Accessorize.  A beautiful eye shadow palette :)  I love the colors, very wearable.  Some of the shadows are shimmery and some are matte.






All the colors are very pigmented.  Palette comes with a double ended applicator.

Keeping up with the eye shadow theme is the next item (one of my faves)

Shade:  Tango

An Illamasqua eye shadow!!!!  She could not have picked a better color.  I am in love with the color and the packaging.  

I am so excited to finally try out a product from this line :)

Item # 6....

BARRYM Dazzle Dust!!!!!!!

OMG, I have heard about BarryM and have never had any products from this line, I was so excited to see this.

Item #7 & 8

Shade:  Black

A lovely limited edition mascara by Accessorize.

Shade:  Pink Natural

And a Lily Lolo lip gloss.  (it smells like chocolate!)

Now, a package from UK would not be complete without....

She is so sweet that she had to send me some sweets!  

That completes the items from my Royal package :)  Hope this post wasn't too long or boring.  If you guys want to see what I sent to Suth, make sure you guys check out her blog  A Sweet Escape.  

Until next time, stay beautiful!  :)

CURRENT FAVES

CONCEALERS (EYES)

MAYBELLINE Instant Age Rewind Eraser and Dream Lumi Highlighter

This combo is my all time fave for my under eyes.  The consistency of the Instant Age Rewind is so creamy I love it.  It doesn't crease and blends into my skin like butter.
The domed sponge applicator is great.

The Dream Lumi is a great highlighter on its own (however, I find even the slightest bit too much will cause it to crease and settle in your fine lines).  BUT, when worn on top of the Age Rewind, it is just beautiful!
I am not very fond of the brush like applicator though....

I suggest both products be blended in with your fingers, the finish just looks much better.
(This is the only product I am willing to use my fingers for, it's worth it!)

Instant Age Rewind Retails for $12
Dream Lumi Retails for $12

L'OREAL TRUE MATCH

Ladies, this foundation is a "must try"! 

I put it on today for the first time, and I am in love!

Nicole Guerriero (YouTube Beauty Guru - nguerriero19) swears by this foundation, she is always raving about it in her videos.  Make sure you subscribe to her channel, she is amazing and very entertaining to watch :)

So, while I was in Walmart last night, I decided to pick one up.  I am in the shade W8 - Creme Cafe (amazing match to my skin tone).  It comes in 23 shades, anyone should be able to find an exact match.  The best part - IT IS OIL FREE.

I used it this morning, and my skin looks and feels soooo smooth.

Blends beautifully with no effort whatsoever.  A little bit really goes a long way with this foundation, (which is great considering the bottle is so small).

Retails for $10. (30ml)

MINI MAC/SEPHORA HAUL

I felt the need for some retail therapy last night, and made a trip to the mall.  First stop was Sephora.  I was on the hunt for a new foundation and decided to try the newly formulated Diorskin Forever Flawless Perfection Wear Makeup.

This foundation is formulated with Skincare Essence (which is supposed to improve your skin day by day) and claims to give a flawless complexion, while keeping your skin matte and hydrated. (sounded great for my oily skin)

I have this on today and so far so good.  I will give a full review on this product once I have worn it for a full day.

Next, I also picked up the DiorSkin Nude compact, which can apparently work as a powder or a foundation.  I used it as a setting powder today, so let's see how it goes.

Let me just say, that the packaging on both these products is beautiful!  

So, since I wanted to make a stop at MAC as well, I decided not to grab anything else at Sephora, but then while standing in line I saw one last lonely bottle of the Urban Decay All Nighter setting spray....and of course, I had to get it.

When I finally got to the cashier to pay, I was given a nice birthday gift :) the "Benefit Real Birthday Turn Ons" which consisted of a mini They're Real mascara and Watts Up-Luminous Champagne highlighter (so cute).

Then off to MAC I went, all I really wanted was the ever so famous MSF in Soft and Gentle, and I also got MSF Natural and lipstick (Creme Cup) for my sister.

This may have been a mini haul, but there was nothing mini about the prices....

...Full Review on Each Product Coming Soon...

AFFORDABLE MAC EYESHADOW DUPES

COASTAL SCENTS 28 NEUTRAL PALETTE

Most of us all know that MAC eyeshadows are amazing, however, sometimes you just don't want to spend $12-$15 on ONE shadow!

The Coastal Scents 28 Neutral Palette has an array of colors that are amazing dupes for those infamous MAC neutrals that everyone loves.

The pigmentation is great on most of the colors, but with a primer they all look great.

I ordered this palette from Coastal Scents for $12.95.  It is a great palette for everyday use.

MY FAVORITE DRUGSTORE MASCARAS

Maybelline Volum'Express One-by-One

This mascara will give you clump free voluminous lashes (no matter how many coats you put on).
However, I do find that many coats, lead to a little bit of flaking throughout the day...but nothing major.
The rubber wand does a great job separating my lashes.
Retails for $6.

L'Oreal Telescopic Shocking Extensions 

LOVE LOVE LOVE this mascara!

This mascara will lengthen your lashes amazingly.  Your lashes will be separated, clump free and longggg!

Great for no makeup days.

Retails for $10.

When I use these mascaras together, it gives me the most perfect volumized long lashes in no time!

I am not a fan of fake lashes, so this works out perfect for me.

When used together, the Maybelline does not flake :)

REVLON COLORSTAY WHIPPED FOUNDATION

I am so happy I tried this foundation! It has been my holy grail product for the past three months.

This is not like your typical "whipped" foundation.  It has a very thick consistency, however, once applied it goes on sheer but giving a nice even tone to your face.

The foundation is very buildable; therefore, giving you the versatility for different levels of coverage.

I love the packaging, however, the application process was something I had to figure out.

I personally do not like using my fingers to apply my foundations, so I use a foundation brush to apply the product to my face and then a flat top kabuki to blend it out.

This foundation is a dream to blend.  It is just so amazing!

I found this product to work well with and without primer.  I have very oily skin, so on days where I want my makeup to last practically all day, I do use a primer.  But this stuff does not budge all day, it is transfer resistant and does not melt off my face.  It's a perfect summer foundation.

The Whipped foundation comes in 16 different shades.

Although this product is a bit pricey for a drugstore foundation ($16-$18), it is well worth it!

QUEEN B-TOX

This stuff is amazing!!!!  
You guys absolutely have to try it!

It is the Queen B Teatox, a detox tea.  Once a day is all it takes and you're on your way to a leaner and toned body.
It is an all natural tea, tastes like green tea, I add a teaspoon of honey just to sweeten it up a bit, and drink it every night before bed. (the longer you steep the tea, the better it works!)

The best part about this is product, is that you can literally see the results within 24 hours. You can see the inches shedding off your mid section.  You will look AND feel less bloated.

I ordered the 14-day package ($24+$10 flat rate shipping), they also have a 7-day and a 6 month package.
Product is from Australia and I received it in just 9 business days.

I will post before and after pics once I am done the 14 days.

In the meantime, get over to Queen B-Tox and order yours now!!!
You can see their customers' "before and after" pics on Instagram @queenb_official