New Loot: Mailman Brings Buff'd To My Doorstep, Part II (Picture Heavy!)

Low and behold, another Buff'd package makes its way to my doorsteps shortly after I receive my foundation samples in their new full-coverage foundation formula, Concealing. It always excites me to receive parcels in the mail and I was definitely excited to break into this box from Buff'd!

I placed an order for two full-size Setting Powders in Serecite and Earthen (more on that later) so I was expecting a package for that order to arrive soon but Jennifer (Owner of Buff'd) had informed me that some fun was also on the way and little did I know exactly how much fun she was tucking into that same box!

The descriptions of the goodies are to the best that I could describe although you can always visit the Buff'd site to see the official color descriptions. Swatches are done without a base under.

• Prism - Silvery white frost
• Glow -Mid-tone ochre with gold pearl
• Cappuccino -Soft cocoa with gold pearl
• Linen -Frosty mid-beige
  

• Fluff - Soft shimmery pink
  
• Drama - Rosy lavender
  
• Sultry - Dirty lilac with silver frost
  
• Electric - Bold plum with pink pearl
  

• Steel - Baby blue with white pearl
  
• Thunder Cloud - Lightly frosted navy blue
  
• Indigo - Bluish purple with subtle pink undertones
  

• Madness - Dirty blue teal with white pearl
  
• Forest - Emerald Green with gold pearl
  
• Gun Metal - Smoky dark gray with white pearl
  
• Espresso - Rich brown with gold pearl
  

• Divine - Shimmery antiqued gold
  
• Dijon - Soft daisy yellow with frost
  
• Butternut - Frosty light blonde
  
• Bronzed - Copper with gold pearl
  

• Aquamarine - Silvery aqua green
  
• Teal - Deep blue green with soft pearl
  
• Fuchsia - Soft lilac frost
  
• Blueberry - Classic blue with silver pearl
  

• Brunette - Flat dirt brown
  
• Midnight - Soft ebony
  

The Mineral Eye Shadows are all very pretty. They are fairly pigmented even applied dry and are even moreso beautiful when foiled (applied wet). The textures are very soft and workable with enough pearl to give each shade a classy and tasteful finish. And we're not talking chunky pearl either but finely milled.

The Pure Pigments are just as nice even though they swatch much lighter when dry in comparison to the Mineral Eye Shadows when swatched dry. But when foiled, the Pure Pigments do produce some amazing vibrant colors. Their texture is just as soft as the Mineral Eye Shadows.

The Eyebrow Mattes are exactly that - matte. Flat, soft, and perfect for defining the eye area. You can even mix a little of the powder with some brow gel (or mixing medium), if you wanted to create a heavier application for those night-time outings when it really counts!

I'm dying to put some of these colors together to create another all mineral FOTD. As always, if you have any suggestions on any of the colors here you'd like to see worn together, just shout it out!

Also, keep in mind that if some of these colors are already screaming out at you, all full-size products are 20% off until July 31, 2008. So, jump on them quick before procastination gets the best of you and the sale is gone or even worse... the shade is SOLD OUT! Don't you hate it when that happens?

Happy Monday folks! Is everyone recovering from a fun-filled weekend? I know I am :)

Aloha,
Mrs. Lynne

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New Loot: Mailman Brings Buff'd To My Doorstep, Part I

Earlier this month, Buff'd Cosmetics excitedly fused in a few new things into their product offerings. Not only is Jennifer Burns, Owner of Buff'd Cosmetics, promoting 20% off all full-size products until July 31, 2008 AND a new formulated foundation color named Cognac (dark shade with heavy yellow undertones; darker than my HG foundation in Camel), their foundations are now available in three formulas: Light, Original, and Concealing.

Jennifer is always such a delight to work with and headed Camel in the new Concealing formula my way. And if you've had the pleasure to do business with Jennifer, you know that she never stops there and always includes a little something extra. She surprised me by including Caramel in the new Concealing formula as well, since that is the next closest color that my skin likes, and to top off the package, I was gifted with a sample of mineral eyeshadow in Fairy Tale.

(Left) Camel in Concealing and (Right) Camel in Original

(Left) Caramel in Concealing and (Right) Caramel in Original

The main ingredient difference between the Original and Concealing formula is Kaolin Clay. Kaolin Clay is a natural absorbent found in many hygiene products as well as cosmetics all over the world. It is high in mineral content that makes it beneficial for oily skin yet it does not take away the skin's natural oils making it also great to use on those with dry skin. It is also mild enough to be used by those with sensitive skin. It is known to rejuvenate the skin while exfoliating it, increasing circulation, and clearing pores when used as a mask.

The coverage of the new Concealing formula is fantastic. It really smooths out the skin and makes it so soft to touch - I don't know of any other foundation that does this! Although I don't need the extra coverage, I've personally stayed away from full-coverage foundations purely based on the fact that I don't enjoy the extra weight of ingredients on my face. I need anything on my face to be as lightweight as possible.

But with Buff'd's new Concealing foundation formula, there is no weight difference between this formula and the Original formula that I use. This is a major plus and one of the main reasons I liked Buff'd from the beginning because their foundation felt nearly non-existant on my skin.



The new formula is such a dream. And after a long day, I've noticed how the Kaolin Clay works hard to keep the oils at bay because I found myself not needing to touch up as often.

I cannot say enough good things about the new formula. Definitely a winner on my list for sure!

If you think this is good stuff, stay tuned as I will reveal to your shortly what else the mailman brought to me from Buff'd. In a word = color!

Aloha,
Mrs. Lynne

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