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Reviews Written by
Bunny (AL)
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
 A Must-Have!, August 13, 2009
I'm really surprised that mine is the first review for this. This is definitely a staple in most people's bags. Many girls I know, as well as boys, use this chapstick. It smells and tastes great, goes on smoothly without the sticky mess that Carmex gives you, and it effectively moisturizes your lips. Plus it's made with safe and natural ingredients. The price is affordable, too. So go out and get this if you haven't already. :)
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Pixi Eye Bright Makeup Kit - Fair/ Medium
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A Great Fix-All!, August 13, 2009
I love this product because the concealers are creamy and very moisturizing and actually provide some decent coverage. They come inside of a round container divided into quads. It's very cute and handy and is great for throwing into your purse before walking out for the day. I like that I can have all these different colors together in one case, so that I can fix whatever issue I'm having that day. It's also convenient to be able to mix these colors to achieve the perfect shade, no matter what season it is and what problem you're trying to cover.
This specific color scheme has the following colors:
Yellow-base: I use this for underneath my eyes to cover my dark circles. It is very moisturizing and doesn't fall into the creases around my eyes. The yellow counteracts the blue to give great coverage.
White/Yellow base: This is the lightest shade in the pack. It looks almost white, but it has a hint of yellow. I use this in the corners of my eyes and a little on top of my dark circles to brighten them up.
Brown/Yellow base: This is pretty much a darker version of the Yellow base, but with more brown tones. I use this along with the Yellow base under my eyes to cover my dark circles. It's good for mixing with the yellow color to achieve that perfect in-between shade that I need. I also use it to cover blemishes.
Purple Shimmer: When I first saw this one, I thought "what am I going to use this for?" It doesn't actually go on dark purple. It's more like the faintest hint of a purple hue, with lots of shimmery sparkles. I use it in the inner corner of my eyes, on my eyelids, and on my brow bone.
I will definitely get this product again and I highly recommend it!
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NP Set Concealer Look Collection
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Surprisingly Great!, August 13, 2009
I have been searching and searching for the perfect under-eye concealer, and with this product, I'd say I've come the closest as I ever have before.
The skin under my eyes is very sensitive, and with other concealers I've tried, they will either be 1) too moisturizing and comes off after an hour or so, 2) too dry and cakes and accentuates lines, or 3) just plain doesn't cover.
I really didn't think this concealer would work as well as it did. It is the only NP Set product that I have ever bought as I am quite devoted to the Pixi line. :) I just saw it in the store and thought, "why not?"
It comes in a tube that greatly resembles a Sharpie marker. You just twist the bottom several times for the first use, and after that you'll only need to do it once every time you use it. The tip of the applicator is flat and sponge-like, with the product coming out of tiny holes. The concealer itself is yellow-based and creamy and smooth in consistency. I really like how easy it was to apply under my eyes. It felt nice and moisturizing and it provided really great coverage. I wasn't sure if it was going to last the entire day, so I popped it into my bag just in case.
During my lunch break, I looked at myself in the car mirror and was surprised to see that the concealer was still in place. I only had to touch it up once throughout the day, and that was only because of how insanely hot it was in my car and my face was practically melting from the humidity. It was really fast and easy to touch it up and I felt great knowing that it wasn't going to cake horribly.
I love this product, and use it on top of my Pixi concealer as the shade I chose is very fair and less yellow than my Pixi concealer. The two working together has made me look more rested than I ever have before. I just looked at myself in the bathroom mirror (usually a ghastly experience as the lighting is terrible) and I actually looked ALIVE for once! No more purple and blue raccoon eyes for me!
If you have struggled with covering up your dark circles as I have, I really recommend you try this concealer. It does wonders for me, and has given me some confidence back that I was lacking after spending years and years worrying that I was looking old, tired, and sick.
Best of luck!
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JK Jemma Kidd Front Cover Touch-Up Concealer Collection
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
 Nice for covering acne, August 13, 2009
For those of you that have trouble dispensing this product, CALM. DOWN. Yes, it will take several turns until the product comes out. Do not panic, it's not broken, you just need a little patience. Just twist the bottom of the tube slowly. You don't need to crank it, but you will probably have to give it many, many turns before any product is dispensed. You'll probably be sitting there thinking that it's defected, but it's not, just keep turning and eventually, you'll see some liquid come out of the top.
There. Having said that, here is my review:
This is a nice concealer. It comes in a tiny tube that is great for sticking in my purse for on-the-go touchups throughout the day. The concealer itself is yellow-based and a creamy liquid consistency. I found it easy to spread over my skin as it did not dry too quickly. I had originally purchased this to use on my under-eye circles, but I found that, while it looked great right after I applied it, it would end up becomming too dry later in the day (I have very sensitive skin around my eyes and I have this problem with a lot of concealers). However, I used it on a couple of pimps that I had, and found that it covered really well. I have decided to keep it for that purpose and to use as an emergency touchup in my purse.
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Pixi Eye Color Sealer - Clear (.34 oz.)
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I like it, August 13, 2009
Since I love all the other Pixi products, I thought I would try this one. I just add a single drop directly to my little containers of eyeshadow and mix it up. It helps the shadow to go on more smoothly and it keeps the color bold and bright all day. It really saturates the color. Before using this, I would have to apply layer after layer of dry eyeshadow, and it would irritate the skin on my eyelids because it was so dry.
I give this 4 stars because it is rather expensive and not completely fool-proof. The majority of it stays on my eyes for the whole day, especially the part closest to my lash line. But the portion that is on the oilier part of my eyelid starts to slip and crease in the late hours of the day.
I have never tried a saline solution that is suggested by the other commentor. I do wear contacts, so I really should have tried that first, but I like this product and it will last me for a long time.
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Pixi Sparkle Stix - Gilded
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Gives your eyes some shimmer!, August 13, 2009
This is a great product for adding some shimmer to your eyelids. It's definitely a more subtle, natural look. I have used it directly on my eyelids, in the corner of my eyes, and near the brow. I've also used it on top of eyeshadow (be careful though, depending on the color of the shadow, it will leave some of it on the stick).
It's kind of on the pricey side, but besides that, it's a really great little addition to a makeup collection. It goes on smoothly and is not sticky or dry. What I love the most about it, is that it doesn't contain these huge chunks of glitter that fall into your eyes. I've tried body and face glitter than would scatter everywhere, into my eyes, my hands, under my contacts... it was a mess. But this eliminates that problem.
If you've got the extra cash to spend, go for it. I was also able to try this out in stores, so I would go to your local Target and give it a try before you buy.
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Pixi Water Blush Collection
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
First Stain I've Ever Used, August 13, 2009
When I first tried this in the store, I was really hesitant to buy it. I used the brush to apply it directly onto my skin, and when I attempted to blend it in, it left a darker spot where I applied it. It also made my cheeks look clowny.
I did a little research on the internet, and found that if you mix it with a little moisturizer, it kind of dilutes the stain and makes it easier to apply and blend. This worked fabulously! I just put a dab of moisturizer in my palm, add a couple drops of the stain, and mix it up with my finger. Then I just use a little bit on my cheeks, and I put the remainder on my lips. It lasts all day long, and when used as I've described, it looks very natural. This is the first stain I have ever used, so I was a bit inexperienced as to how to make it work, but now that I've figured it out I'm very happy with it.
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Pixi Gel Liner Collection
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
Love it!, August 13, 2009
I'm very picky with eyeliner. I don't like pencils because I have to constantly sharpen them, then the point breaks, or I can't get the line to be thin enough, etc. I previously used liquid eyeliner, but this has always been tricky for me as I am nearly blind in one of my eyes and I often end up making the line too thick in places.
I was skeptical about using a gel when I first saw this product in stores, but I love the Pixi line, so I figured I would just try it out.
It comes with a little hard-bristled brush for application purposes. I actually like this brush a lot because it won't slide around my skin and smudge everywhere like liquid liner brushes do. The texture of the liner is hard to describe. I wouldn't really consider it a "gel," but it's not exactly powdery and dry, but it's not a liquid either.
I use the tip of the brush to lightly collect some product on the bristles. Then I just carefully line my eyes, going across the lid and slightly downwards (to get the lashline covered). It went on very smoothly, did not tug at that delicate eyelid skin like some pencils do, and it lasts all day. You can also blend it with your finger to get a "smokey-eye" look.
I am really satisfied with this eyeliner and found it easy to apply. So if you hate using pencils and liquid eyeliners, this is definitely a product worthy of checking out.
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Pixi Eye Zone Brightener - Lighten
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Wake up!, August 13, 2009
I get really terrible dark circles whether I get a lot of sleep or not. Coupled with my very fair skin, I often look sickly. This brightener is great or adding shimmer around my eye area, especially in the crease between the inner corner of your eye and your nose. I also like to use it on top of my concealer underneath my eyes.
My dark circles are too severe to just use this product alone, as it does not provide coverage. What it does give you is a "brightness", lightening up the area where it is applied. Overall, it did help me to achieve a more awake and alert appearance. Use it with your other favorite eye products and you'll be looking rested and refreshed!
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Pixi Brightening Primer Makeup
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Glowing, Even Skin!, August 13, 2009
I've used a few primers in the past that made my skin oily or gave me bad breakouts. After trying this one from Pixi, I'll never use any other primer again!
This product gives your skin a hint of shimmer, making it look rejuvinated, healthy, and youthful. It also lightly moisturizes your skin. I use it underneath my Pixi tinted moisturizer and it helps the product to go on evenly. The two also work very well together as they both contain a hint of shimmer.
I wish that this product wasn't so expensive. However, you do only need to use the tiniest bit every time, so I suppose it does last you a while.
If you like other Pixi products than you'll probably enjoy this one as well. Also, if you're really into natural looking skin, and don't plan on using a very heavy foundation over this, you'll get a really great boost to your look with the shimmer.
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