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On Saturday, I stopped by my local Harmon store (I LOVE THAT PLACE) and decided to pick up a few items from NYX makeup. I've been dying to see what all the fuss was about over this line because all over the internet, i.e blogs, youtube, makeup sites, etc..people are always going crazy over it. I decided to try out the Glitter Cream Palette, 2 lipstick from the black label line and the eyeshadow base...Here are my opinions:

The Glitter Cream Palette 09 in Sweet Chocolate Browns

Description: NYX Glitter Cream Palette is a Multipurpose gel-based glitter combination in a pallet. NYX Glitter Cream Palette comes with 5 shades of glitter, 2 applicators with 3 sponge tips and 1 brush tip. Apply to eyes, lips and face - anywhere you want that sparkling effect!

Price I paid: $6

My Take: I actually really like this product. I've been looking for some new glitter to add to my kit and the really cool thing about these is the fact that there is no fall out at all because it is gel based. Basically, all you have to do is swipe it on and it stays in place. This item have been getting some bad reviews because some people find it difficult to use, creases up on them or just doesn't show up. Well, here is a little tip/trick to make this item work for you.

1)First, make sure that you apply it over eyeshadow...preferably one that matches the color of the glitter.
2)Then, only use the sponge applicator that it comes with. If you try and use a regular makeup brush, its not gonna work very well.
3)Make sure that you press the sponge applicator in the glitter and swirl it around. Doing this will ensure that it picks up enough glitter on the sponge.
4)Apply it on the lid only and apply about 2-3 coats.
5)To finish it off, make sure to dab some translucent powder over the glitter. One coat will be sufficent. Doing this will make the glitter stay in place and not crease up.

Like I said I really like this item and you can't beat it for the price!

NYX Eyeshadow base in White

Description: To get the maximum brilliant color of eye shadow on your eye, an eye primer is a must! Apply eye shadow base to eyelids, then apply NYX's high-pigmented eye shadows and see the colors pop with vibrant and sparkling luster. Eye shadow base grabs and firmly holds finely milled powder so the color in the pot is what ends up on your eye - without a pinch lost.

Price I paid: $7

My Take: I don't like this at all. This base comes in 3 colors...white, pearl white and skin tone. I decided to get the white because "Apply before eye shadows for 100x's vivid color". I know some people swear by this but honestly, it doesn't do anything different than my other eyeshadow bases and actually, it doesn't even last all day. I wore it yesterday and by the end of the day, my shadow was creased. I will not be purchasing this again.

NYX Black Label Lipstick in Citrine (103) and Dusty Rose (108)

Description: NYX's elite new line. The Black Label. This lipstick is super creamy, velvety, silky smoothand moisturizing. After you use it, your lips will be begging for more!

Price I paid: $7.50

My Take: I think they are cute. Nothing special. I bought the Dusty Rose, which is a medium pink, really for myself because I live for pink lipstick! I bought the Citrine, an orange color, for my kit.

Dusty Rose

Citrine

So overall I am not at all excited about NYX...I might give a few of their other products a try in the future but we'll see.