Review: Benefit Rollerball Mascara NEW!!!

Benefit Rollerball Mascara

PACKAGING:

When it comes to packaging, Benefit never disappoints. The Rollerball Mascara comes in a black tube with a "soft" baby pink cap that has little indentations in it. The cap not only is adorable but functional as well providing a nice grip during application. 

The brush is a curved rubber wand. The shape of the wand is functional for a nice curl and length but difficult to reach the inner corner lashes.

FORMULATION:

I love love love the formulation of this mascara. It provides great length and holds your curls, even those stubborn Asian lashes. You really don't need more than 2 coats for long lashes. It doesn't provide as much volume as I would like, but if you already have voluminous lashes then this should not be a problem for you. The color payoff is pretty nice it isn't super dark but just enough to give your lashes a kick. As for the wear  time, the mascara isn't advertised as waterproof but rather long wearing for up to 12 hours and it is just that. I have had this mascara on for almost 24 hours and didn't have any big issues aside from a little bit of flakiness. I also had some issues with dryness of my lashes. It didn't harden them like rocks like what most mascaras do to my lashes but it was very dry a couple hours into wearing it.

But overall this is an amazing mascara and definitely worth trying!

OVERALL:
4.8/5

You can purchase this where Benefit is sold.

Retail $24.00

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Netflix vs. Amazon Instant Video vs. Hulu Plus- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 24, 2014

With so many online streaming services out there today which one is really worth all the hype and money? Today I break down the top 3 streaming services out there today and hopefully this will help you guys decide.

Let's start with the most popular one NETFLIX. Netflix has been around for a couple years now and combines movie and tv show streaming. In terms of variety Netflix has done a pretty good job. There is something for every type of genre including foreign movies and has a good combination of old stuff and new stuff. I have noticed more and more that while Netflix has deleted a lot of their popular stuff like the Law and Order: SVU series they have been adding more and more like the entire series of Gilmore Girls plus all the previous seasons of popular shows like Vampire Diaries, Grey's Anatomy and such. Netflix also has their own exclusive shows like House of Cards and Orange is the New Black which are both amazing. Netflix also has a tendency to take over shows that are no longer on TV like The Killing and Arrested Development.

Pricing: The basic package is $7.99/month which will be raised to about a dollar for new customers. This price allows you unlimited streaming on 2 devices. You will have to pay more if you want the DVD service which is around $15-20 depending on how many DVDS you want to check out. 

Amazon Instant Video has become quite the success in the last few months or so. It is included when you sign up for Amazon Prime and is not available on its own.  The prime package includes free shipping and other various amenities. Amazon Instant Video features a lot more older movies and tv shows like Sabrina the Teenager Witch which I personally enjoy these blasts from the pasts. Only recently it has begun to feature newer stuff as well as shows from HBO which is something Netflix and no other streaming service has yet to achieve. In terms of streaming, Amazon doesn't have little previews when you want to fast forward like Netflix does, however if you are a prime member you can access the Instant Video just through amazon.com and not a separate service like Netflix or Hulu Plus. You can also purchase TV shows and movies kinda like what you do on iTunes. It is available right after purchase and doesn't require any download time like iTunes (although you can choose to download it to your device later on). I only recommend this service to those who use Amazon quite frequently.

Pricing: For students it is $45 a year and non students about $99 a year (however there has been talks that the price will reduce soon).

Hulu Plus comes from the Hulu that we have all grown to love. Hulu allows us to catch up on our TV shows once it has just been aired. Hulu Plus is the next level. Recently some shows have only been available to Hulu Plus which allows users to watch the episode right after it airs and don't have to wait for it. Hulu Plus does have a variety of movies and clips. Personally unless you are a big TV buff I don't recommend this. The streaming quality is so and so and the variety isn't as big as Amazon Instant Video or Netflix. But it is great for TV shows.

Pricing: $7.99/month

Streaming platforms for all 3 include iPad, Smartphones (No for Amazon Instant), and computers.

Forever 21 Clothing Haul!

Hey y'all! Forever 21 is having a BOGO FREE sale this week and of course being obsessed with clothes I had to pick some stuff up. So here is my first ever blog clothing haul.
Please remember that these are sale items so they do have a limited supply, this is a fairly recent haul so you should be able to pick up most of these items :)Come shop along with me! Just click on the item, it will take you directly to purchase. 

1.) Tropical Harem Pants $13.99

Love, love harem pants! These are so light and comfortable and can be dressed down or up. Definitely a must have for the cool spring weather.

(These are not the ones I purchased but very similar just a different color and design)

2.) Sweet Dreams PJ Set $10.11 (No longer available but here is a similar set CLICK HERE)

Who doesn't love pajamas? These are super thin and comfortable and not to mention adorable!

3.) Boho Goddess Pants $18.99

Like the harem pants, these are just a more billowy and looser version. These pants can be paired with pretty much anything and are super trendy especially with the warmer weather coming up.

4.) Lucky Spike Bangle $4.99

I'm not a big jewelry person, but I thought this piece was pretty cute and casual and something I could work with pretty much any outfit to dress it up a bit.

SOLD OUT

5.) Classic Skinny Jeans $8.53 (These are no longer available but here is a similar pair CLICK HERE)

Every girl needs a classic pair of dark wash skinny jeans! Great for just everyday wear or a night out with the girls or that special someone. Can be paired with literally any top and looks great with heels. And $8 jeans?!? You can't really beat that.

SOLD OUT

6.) Striped Driftwood Romper w/Belt $11.99

Rompers are great for the spring time. They are an outfit all by itself so there is no fuss when it comes to what to wear, you can't go wrong with a romper EVER. They come in all sorts of colors and designs. This particular one is no longer available however Forever 21 has so many other styles and colors that are equally affordable. 

7.) Statement- Making Soup Muscle Tee $13.80

I been obsessed with muscle tees this year. They are just so effortless and easy to wear and has more coverage than a spagetti strap tank. I love this particular one not only because I love Campbell's soup but it has a Andy Warhol feel to it. 

8.) Color blocked Dolphin Shorts $11.99

These shorts just scream summer to me. Very chic and easy to pair with more colorful tops. These are a bit on the shorter side, so taller people beware it might show some butt cheeks.

9.) Athletic Pullover Sweatshirt $9.99

A very simple sweatshirt great for working out in or just lounging around. These sweaters are a staple in my closest. You can pair them with shorts, skirts, workout pants, or even over a dress. Because it is an athletic pullover it is a light weight, breathable fabric. Also great for layering. This particular one also comes in a green color.

10.) Quirky Pom Muscle Tee $13.80

Yes, another muscle tee like I mentioned before I AM OBSESSED! This one combines three of my favorite things muscle tee, dogs, and French words.