MAC Stroke of Midnight Holiday Sets

MAC Cosmetics Stroke of Midnight Collection

Eye, Lip & Brush Kits

The night belongs to you, and your look has no limits. M•A•C Stroke of Midnight Bags and Kits contain all you need from dusk till dawn. Make an entrance with colour-coordinated sets for eyes and lips while Brush Kits help you achieve flawless skin with professional results. Limited-edition Stroke of Midnight packaging. Pro discount is not applicable.

I was so excited to purchase some of MAC's Holiday sets this year, because previous years I had waited too long. So this year, I made a vow that it was going to be different. I headed to the store weeks before it would be available, checked it out, made my list and pre-ordered it. I was so proud of myself! I am not going to go into the details of the entire "Stroke of Midnight" collection, because that all can be found on MAC's website in it's full glory. I am going to show you what I bought, what is included from MAC, and why I chose these kits from the whole collection.

Stoke of Midnight Eye Bag - "Gold"

The Double Ended Brush in this set has a mini 239!!

Includes: In Extreme Dimension Lash, Fluidline in Blitz & Glitz, Pro Longwear Paint Pot in Genuine Treasure and the Double-Ended 209 Eye Liner/239SE Eye Shader Brush. Limited-edition black Stroke of Midnight bag features a chic graphic white pattern, elegantly edged with gold piping.

The Eye Bag Comes in Nude, Gold and Violet.

I bought this eye bag in Gold because the Nude bag was lovely, but a bit too nude for me. The paint pot in the Nude bag is much more Nude in person. Don't get me wrong, the nude bag is lovely and would make a great addition to your collection or as a gift. I plan on wearing these colors to Holiday events, so I was looking for something with a little "Holiday Vibe" to it. So I chose the Gold bag for a little more Holiday Jazz. I did not choose the Violet bag, because I can have allergic reactions to purple due to the red dye used to make it. The Violet bag was so beautiful that it would have been a shame to go to waste.

Extreme Dimension Lash Brush Head. It has a great end to
get the corners of your lashes!

"Pro Longwear Paint Pot in Genuine Treasure" "Fluidline in Blitz & Glitz"

Swatched:"Pro Longwear Paint Pot in Genuine Treasure"
"Fluidline in Blitz & Glitz"
Perfect Combination to Created a Bronzed Golden Holiday Eye Look!

Stroke of Midnight Lip Bag - Violet

I love how the makeup packaging matches the Bag that comes with each set!

Includes: Sumptuous shades of Cremesheen Glass in Art of Seduction, Lipstick in Dark Deed and Lip Pencil in Vino. Limited-edition black Stroke of Midnight bag features a chic graphic white pattern, elegantly edged with gold piping.

This Lip Bag comes in Nude and Violet.

I chose the Violet bag because once again I was looking for colors with a little more pop for the holidays. The nude lip bag was very tempting, since nude shades are my favorite. I was sold on the Violet bag since I cannot wear the shade often on my eyes and the Cremesheen Lip Glass that comes with it has a very nude tone to it. So it was like I got a pop of color with the lipstick and a nude with the lip glass by choosing the Violet. The lip pencil that comes with it matches the lipstick perfectly!

Swatched "Cremesheen Glass in Art of Seduction"
"Amplified Lipstick in Dark Deed" "Lip Pencil in Vino"

Stoke of Midnight Brush Kit - Essentials

Achieve flawless skin with professional results. Includes 168SE Large Angled Contour Brush, 217SE Blending Brush, 212SE Flat Definer Brush, 239SE Eye Shader Brush and 193SE Angled Foundation Brush. Limited-edition black Stroke of Midnight bag features a chic graphic white pattern, elegantly edged with gold piping.

The Brush Kit comes in Mineralize, Essentials or Smokey.

I chose the Essentials brush kit because it made sense for many reasons. I like the brushes the best that came in this kit due to the variety and the fact that I think they would used the most. This kit contains three of my favorite MAC brushes. I plan on using this kit when traveling, so it will be perfect considering I use those brushes a lot. These brushes in a smaller version make them perfect for traveling with the included matching bag. I was very tempted by the Mineralize kit for its face and eye brushes. It contains a smaller 187 (another one of my favorites) and I love it. The Smokey kit was amazing as well, it has just the right brushes to create the perfect smokey eye. I wish I could have bought them all!

168SE, 193SE, 239SE, 217SE, 212SE

Final Thoughts:

I think these Eye, Lip and Brush Kits are perfect! They would be perfect for you or to give as a gift for the up and coming holiday season. There is also so much more to the Stroke of Midnight Collection that can be bought on MAC's website such as Lip and Cheek Bags, Eye Kits, Face Palettes and so much more. I hope you enjoyed this post and a little bit of the Stoke of Midnight Collection. 

Thanks,

Sik Glam

Maybelline Color Elixir by Color Sensational

Color Elixir by Color Sensational

By Maybelline

Instantly Intrigued by the Packaging!

I was instantly mesmerized by the beauty of this lipgloss when I first saw it. I was in awe of the packaging and what it promised. To be a lipgloss/lip treatment that feels cushioning on your lips while it still delivers color and high shine gloss.

Here is the Skinny on the Color Elixir by Color Sensational from Maybelline:

Fall under the spell of the elixir effect
Hyper-saturated color, ultra cushiony feel
The new hypnotic lip sensation

Look how the bottom looks like a Lipstick!

This lipgloss feels so good going on, it almost feels like a lip treatment. It feels like a lip gloss and treatment in one. It feels soft and very very cushiony. I think those truly are the best words to describe how it feels going on. The feeling does not go away quick either, it last for quite a while. It also leaves a very glossy looking effect to you lips. I only bought the Color Elixir in one color because I was not sure if it was going to deliver, but I will be definitely going back for more. There are 20 shades to chose from, which means 19 more for me to pick from and 20 for you. I will update this post once I purchase more with swatches of more colors. I decided to play it safe with the first color I picked and get a very pretty beige nude for the Fall. You can never go wrong with a beige nude.

I love these types of applicators.
The really help with precision and getting right
up into the cupids bow of your lip!

"60 Nude Illusion" Swatched
I had to get the right lighting to show the true color.
 It looks a tad orange in the previous pictures!
I had too many Lights on!

Update: As promised, I went back for more shades and I would like to share them with you!! I definitely think they are worth the money and will be such a treat this winter! The winter and cold weather tends to dry out lips more often and I felt these were an investment in my lips. These Hybrid Lip Gloss/Lip Balms will be just what I will be grabbing for in those harsh cold months!

Still in Love with the Packaging!

Top to Bottom: "075 Fuchsia Flourish" "050 Caviar Couture"
"100 Petal Plush" "045 Amethyst Potion" 

Swatched:  "075 Fuchsia Flourish" "050 Caviar Couture"
"100 Petal Plush" "045 Amethyst Potion" 

Very Pigmented!! I love how these lip gloss/balms look the same color in the tube on your lips!!

Final Thoughts:

I am so excited to share these with you. I think this lip gloss was a steal for under 8 dollars for all the benefits it includes and how good it feels on your lips. Please let me know if you have tried the Color Elixir and if you like them. I am loving them and I know your lips will love them too.

Thanks,

Sik Glam

Mally Ultimate Performance Dream Brow

Mally Ultimate Performance Dream Brow with Brush

I love how Easy she makes her Products!

This eyebrow product is unlike anything that I have ever used. I usually use either a twist up eyebrow pencil, a waxed eyebrow pencil, or an angled brush with eye shadow to enhance my brows. What I use really depends on how much time I have, what look I am going for and my mood. There are many unique qualities to all the eyebrow pencils and techniques that I use. I should really do a separate post on them and how they differ and the uniqueness to each. So let me tell you about my new favorite eyebrow defining tool that I am currently loving, Mally Ultimate Performance Dream Brow.

Mally makes it so easy for you!
It comes in an easy portable pot
with an amazing double sided brush!

Here is the Skinny on Mally Ultimate Performance Dream Brow Fix from Mally on QVC:

What is it: A long-wearing formula that illuminates, shapes, and creates a fuller-looking brow. Ultimate Brow Fix is formulated with special radiant pigments to help bring brows to life. The included double-ended brush is a professional-quality tool that helps create the perfect arches.
Who is it for: Any woman who wants beautiful, full-looking eyebrows that frame her face.
Why is it different: This magic Ultimate Brow Fix not only fills in your brows with beautiful, natural-looking color, but it also thickens each individual brow hair upon contact to hold brows in place all day long!
How do I use it: First, take the spoolie end of the brush and brush your brows upward so they are all in place. Then, take the angled brush end and dip it into the product--a little goes a long way. Using short upward strokes, brush the product through your brows.
Dream Brown Fix Comes in Taupe, a blondish-gray shade; Medium Brown; or Sable, a deep blackish-brown shade.

I think Mally Ultimate Performance Dream Brow Fix is truly a dream. I have never come across a brow enhancer so unique. It comes in a pot that has a nice tight lid, so it won't dry out. I have come across many brow products that have dried out that have either come in compacts or palettes. This Brow Fix is so easy to use! I use the double-ended brush that it comes with to very gently pat the product to pick some of it onto the brush and apply it to my brows. You only need the smallest amount, so start with just a tiny amount of product and add more if needed. I give my brows a good brush though first with the spoolie or any brow brush and than again after I have applied it. I like to let it set a few minutes before I brush though it again to perfect the shape. I apply it in small light upward strokes to my brows and just follow my natural brow. I do not try to make each brow identical, I just focus on the fact that one is not an inch longer than the other.

I also wanted to mention the pigmentation of this product. It is very pigmented and it lasts all day. You can draw in missing areas of your eyebrows if they are sparse or add on to you tail and it will stay all day! Nothing is going to mess up your brow look until you take it off. It is also very easy to remove with my face cleanser considering it's staying power.

Dream Brow Swatched in Sable. Perfect for when my hair is dark brown.
I will be buying Medium Brown for when it has not been colored!

Final Thoughts:

This Dream Brow Fix is truly a Dream! I would recommend it for anyone, especial for someone who is looking for a brow enhancer who has sparse brows or is looking for staying power! I hope you enjoyed this post and I hope that you try this out and let me know what you think.

Thanks,

Sik Glam