Ok so boom! I was actually pleasantly impressed by this mascara. I’m not a huge mascara girl, I’ll be honest. I prefer false lashes, but sometimes I just don’t have the time to apply them so mascara it is. I really love the brush and this product lengthened my lashes and gave them a batty look. A nice final touch to my look and I highly recommend. I would love this in my kit for clients or myself. Didn’t have any issues with clumping. Didn’t have any issues with bleeding in the water line on my bottom lashes. I would love to see if there’s a waterproof formula. I don’t typically deal with watery eyes until spring but so far this mascara has performed quite well. Definitely make me want to look into other illamasqua products for sure.

Alright friends! Today we are reviewing the Illamasqua mascara in the color, Raven. Okay okay, I tend to be VERY picky about mascaras as I have kind of bummer natural lashes. They are thin, they are quite straight and they don’t hold curl well. I generally have to use two mascaras to get the look I like, which is a full defined lash look. This mascara pleasantly surprised me! It goes on very smoothly and it builds like magic. I noticed that it doesn’t get clumpy when adding additional layers which is a must for me. The brush is a perfect size, on the bigger side but not TOO big like some of them are. I have smaller eyes and if the brush is too big, mascara gets all over the place. Not with this one! Easy to apply, easy to build, and have a great “fanned out” lash look.

Illamasqua's Hydra Veil Primer is a nice product, but the price is a bit steep, I admit I usually do not spend this much on primer. The primer itself was really easy to work with, it scoops out and spreads nicely. I did notice, it did take a while to dry and was a bit more moist than any primer I've used before. I can see the difference in my skin though, the primer really made my face glow a bit more making my make up look more apparent or pigmented. I will probably continue to use this as eyeshadow primer because this is where I saw the best results.

Pros: -The brush of this mascara is nice, better than many in the market. -Application: when applying this mascara I found myself taking longer than usual. I brushed and brushed my eyelashes to have them lengthen and defined. Your lashes do end-up looking thicker and defined, however for me it took twice the time that I take with my regular mascara- Ilia “Limitless Lash Mascara”. - Mascara does not clump, which is a major plus. - Does makes lashes appear thicker and lengthens - Easy to remove with micellar water - No irritation Cons: When you’re in a rush this is not the best mascara for you. It’s not a long lasting formula It transfers/smudges under my eye by the end of the day. Summary: Decent mascara, great definition of lashes, however the application for me is not the best. Taking double the time to make sure my lashes look thick and full is just not worth it. A better option will be ILIA “Limitless Lash Mascara”. Please "Like" if you found this review helpful.

Truthfully, I was not a huge fan of this product. The consistency of this veil is very jelly like, almost exactly like gelatin. This makes is a little annoying to scoop out of its jar. Once it's on your skin and rubbed in, it leaves a sticky feeling on this skin. For a regular day of just moisturizing I wouldn't consider using the. However, because it is on the stickier side, it's a great primer for makeup because it helps hold foundation in place. But even then, I wouldn't use it under my makeup every time.

There are several things that I love about this product. For one, I’m a big fan of the texture of this gel: its consistency is silky smooth, filling fine lines and leaving a soft matte finish. Don’t be fooled, though. The hydration is very much present albeit the soft matte finish. I’m used to having combination to oily skin, so anything that delivers hydration without leaving me a greasy mess is a win for me. Also, I thoroughly appreciate the addition of great skincare ingredients such as microalgae, vitamin C, and B3 in what would be considered a “makeup” product instead of skincare. Since it is water-based, I didn’t have any issues when I used this on top of my other skincare products. Another good thing is that a little bit goes a long way. The controversial “dime-sized” amount is perfect for this primer. Here’s my favorite thing: this is a great prep for foundation/makeup. Everything went on effortlessly and gave me a porcelain finish. I truly couldn’t ask for a better primer that did its job while serving up some essential skincare benefits.

I received a sample of this primer through Beautytap. I absolutely love this primer . It’s very hydrating, not thick, but very light on the skin. Perfect for any skin type, but I have dry and sensitive skin. At first it feels somewhat like a refreshing moisturizer that melts right into your skin. It is not heavy at all and just has the perfect “tackiness” to it in order to be a primer. My foundation went on flawlessly and stayed put my whole 12 hour day. I will definitely buy this primer as I have spent a lot more money on primers that don’t work half as well. My makeup looks flawless and I receive compliments on my makeup when I use this as my primer. Definitely hides large pores and keeps me from looking dry, as some primers do under my foundation.

This Hydra Veil Primer from Illamasqua works as a perfect canvas before makeup application! It has a clear gel-like consistency that glides on like a dream. The best part about it is it’s hydrating properties. I love that it’s infused with vitamin B3 and C along with plant extracts. Not many primers also act like skincare! Did I mention it helps smooth the skin and minimizes the look of large pores? Yes! Another positive is that you can apply this right up to the lash line and I love that because I’ll put my concealer on top of it and the result I get is amazing! The brand is also cruelty-free which is something I look for when buying my skincare. So, whether you’re a makeup artist or not, this primer is going to enhance your overall makeup application and finished look!! #highlyrecommend

Okay you need to try this! Let me tell you, the texture that this hydrating face primer gives you is pure buttery smooth skin! when you apply this product you will notice a slight cooling on the skin because of the jelly texture (jelly with no bounce) then once it’s fully absorbed the product makes the skin feel so soft and non sticky, with zero residue. Which is why I think it works so well under makeup. It’s clear so it won’t warp your skin tone or mess with any makeup routine. This is a win win for me, hydration and pore filling couldn’t ask for more. I like it so much I’m keeping one for myself and buying another to add to my makeup kit. I know my clients will love this! I feel like this will do well with mature skin because it’s so light weight and sits inside the skin a lot more that any other typical pore filling product.