First Haul of 2011

Few bits I picked up recently

First off, little boring but a new brush. Rounded powder brush, I realized I don't like big flat brushes for my powder. I like big round ones! Nice and soft, Sephora brand has nice quality items

Ohhh NARS Luster, I have been lemming this forever! Totally worth the wait. The perfect summer blush ( I know it's January, but I am preparing) , sheer this out for the perfect glow, shimmery apricot, gorgeous

Fresh Supernova mascara, I don't know why I keep trying high end mascara's they always disappoint. This one is a bit better than my new recently acquired Dior Show, but def not worth $25

Since my skin is still recovering from previous issues I have been back to trying mineral make up. New in my collection, is the Korres mineral foundation. Review coming up soon! I was unable to find many reviews for this item online.

Still trying this one out but so far I am liking it! I'm in the shade Light 2

Next up is Smashbox. I have never tried anything from this brand. I did not like any of the famous "O" items, and have heard mixed reviews on their primers.

First up is their limited edition cream blush duo

Pretty packaging

The texture of this is very thin and emollient? Not as thick as the MAC blush creams and not as hard to retrieve from the pan as the NARS and Stila cream blushes.

The two colors, are both very wearable.

The lighter color is reminiscent of MAC's Ladyblush, and the darker side is similar to MAC's Posey

Last, is a single eyeshadow

Smashbox is Champagne. I found out my HG Champagne shadow is not sold in single form

( WHY!?) I have been trying to find dupes. Smashbox has a very similar texture to Lorac eye shadows. Buttery smooth!

Champagne is not the right match I may exchange it for "Shell" from Smashbox. I think I prefer a hint of pink in my gold shadows.

My last bit is my 100 point perk. A mini NARS illuminator in O. I have the full sized already, but really prefer this size for some reason

Swatches L-R

Luster, Lighter of the Smashbox Duo, Darker of the Duo, Champagne

I am actually a bit behind on some of my haul items... I have more I just have yet to post so expect a few more entries soon!! Catching up now!