Chanel Soleil Tan De Chanel: Review

Hi, Folks!

A quick review on the famous Chanel Soleil Tan De Chanel bronzer formally known as Chanel Bronze Universal.

I wanted this product for so long after seeing endless rave reviews on it.  I finally splurged on it a couple months ago, it was around 50 dollars + tax... So definitely not the cheapest...

Is it worth it?

The packaging is gorgeous with a black lid embellished with gold Chanel emblem. Although, I would expect nothing less than beautiful packaging from Chanel.

The product itself is different from anything I've tried... It's like a putty texture if that makes sense which makes blending a breeze!

The best part is that there is SO much product that this will most definitely last me for years, do definitely loving that!

Make sure to keep the plastic cover, it will help prevent the product from drying out!

What I do:

I use the Real Techniques Expert Face brush to blend under my cheekbones, up through my hairline, and down my jaw to contour.

This does create a beautiful, natural appearance to the skin! And lasts all day on my skin!

The downfall being it isn't *perfect* on fair skin just because you may have to blend a bit more, but that isn't a big deal to me!

I think I will like this product even more during the summer when I'm not basically translucent....

PROS:

• Natural looking bronzer
• Adds a glow to the skin
• Perfect for contouring
• Gorgeous Packaging
• No shimmer

CONS:

• Not ideal for fair skintones
• Price

All in all, is this a must have? Not really... It's quite expensive! But, I think if you have the money to spend and looking for a natural looking bronzer, perfect for contouring, I'd give this a try!

What is your favorite bronzer of the moment?

XOXO Mandy

Weekend Makeup Haul

Hello, Ya'll!!

This is my very first post and I am SO excited to be starting a beauty blog!

If you have any suggestions and such for a newcomer of a beauty blog, be sure to comment!  Much appreciated, of course!

I love makeup hauls!  I love to see what other makeup products other people are buying and trying out!

This weekend I went to Saks Fifth Avenue, Sephora, and Ulta.

I had only been wanting to buy the ever so coveted, cult-favorite Chanel Tan De Soleil. (Que the angels singing!)

But, everyone knows a beauty addict can't just go and buy one makeup item. I mean, it's unheard of! Ok, so maybe I am being dramatic, but still!

Anyways....

So, I first went into Sephora and only came out with the infamous Dior Diorshow mascara in 090.  Everyone who loves makeup, has at least HEARD of this mascara.  It is rather expensive for a mascara, $24.50 I believe.  However, I have always wanted to try this and a little part of me is hoping it won't live up to the hype... But, I see an HG expensive mascara in my future...

For my upcoming birthday, Sephora offered a complimentary Fresh Sugar Kisses Mini Lip duo!  I am excited to try these because I feel at normal price, they are a tad overpriced for a lip balm.


I then headed over to Saks Fifth Avenue for the Chanel counter.  I immediately told the SA that I wanted the Chanel Tan De Soleil. I then asked for a sample of the Vitalumiere Aqua foundation.  I have been wanting to try this foundation since forever, but I didn't want to buy the $45 foundation without testing it out first on my crazy sensitive skin! She gave me both the Vitalumiere Aqua, and the Perfection foundation!  She also gave me a sample of their new mascara as well! (What a nice SA!!)

I also decided to buy a Chanel Ombre Essentielle in Fauve when I was there.  I had seen MakeupbytiffanyD, my favorite makeup guru, mention it on her favorites long ago.  I've wanted it ever since then and I decided this was the time!

Finally, I went to Ulta and only picked up two, relatively cheap, items as compared to my Chanel and Dior!  I picked up a nail polish from the Kardashian line, called Kendall on the Catwalk.  They were on sale for $3.99.... STEAL!! This is such a pretty blue color with a mix of blue, green, and purple sparkles! I can't wait to try this out as an accent nail!

I also bought a new face mask instead of my beloved Queen Helene Mint Julep mask.  I bought the Freeman's Avocado and Oatmeal mask because I had read many positive reviews on it so I wanted to
test it out!

PICTURES!!

Chanel Tan De Soleil

 Chanel Ombre Essentielle in Fauve

Dior Diorshow Mascara 090 and Fresh Sugar Kisses Duo

Freeman Avocado and Oatmeal mask and Kendall on the Catwalk

I am excited to try out all my new products, and there will definitely be reviews of these products very soon!!

I will also be letting you know which Chanel foundation I decided to purchase, or if neither one had worked for me!

Hope everyone has a fabulous day!

XOXO Mandy