today i want...: MAC cosmetics

Sunday, July 13, 2014

ULTA Haul!

Welcome to my brand new YouTube channel! This is my first video; I hope you can bear with me as I navigate this world as a novice vlogger. I am bound to improve as I continue to film and post!

Friends in this video:

Gina of Tulle and Combat Boots:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/tulleandboots

Blog: http://www.tulleandcombatboots.com/

Lisa of Just Pop Fashion:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisatella

Podcast: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/popfashion

NYX Cosmetics: http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/t-faq.aspx

"NYX Cosmetics is certified and acknowledged by organizations, such as PETA, as a cruelty free brand. NYX is committed to producing 100% cruelty-free cosmetics. NYX does not test any of its raw materials or finished products on animals."

MAC Cosmetics: http://www.mybeautybunny.com/mac-longer-cruelty-free/

"M.A.C has a longstanding policy to not test on animals, nor ask others to test on our behalf, except when required by law."

Physicians Formula: http://www.physiciansformula.com/en-us/faqs.html

"Physicians Formula Inc. does not conduct tests, or commission any outside facility to conduct tests that involve the use of animals. The safety of our products is determined using such alternate methods as "in-vitro" testing, human clinical evaluations and human use-trials under the supervision of a Board Certified Dermatologist."

Mineral Fusion: http://mineralfusion.com/

"Free of gluten, parabens, SLS, phthalates, artifi cal colors and synthetic fragrances. 100% vegetarian and never tested on animals."

The HAUL!!!

NYX Cosmetics: Hot Singles Eye Shadow -- STFU (Dupe for MAC Chrome Yellow) http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6380165&skuId=2268446&_requestid=184546

NYX Cosmetics: Hot Singles Eye Shadow -- Dank (Dupe for MAC Lime) http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6380165&skuId=2268443&_requestid=185430

NYX Cosmetics: Hot Singles Eye Shadow -- Money Maker (Dupe for MAC Three Ring Yellow) http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6380165&skuId=2268441&_requestid=185921

NYX Cosmetics: Ultra Pearl Mania Loose Pearl Eye Shadow -- Yellow Gold (Dupe for MAC Gorgeous Gold) http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod3020021&skuId=2226096&_requestid=187793

NYX Cosmetics: Hot Singles Eye Shadow -- Raven (Dupe for MAC Carbon) http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6380165&skuId=2268430&_requestid=186730

NYC Cosmetics: Collection Noir Matte Black Liner http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod4141551

NYX Cosmetics: Color Mascara -- Brown http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6380159&skuId=2268474&_requestid=189006

NYX Cosmetics: Wonder Pencil -- Light http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod5050035

NYX Cosmetics: Stay Matte But Not Flat Liquid Foundation -- Ivory http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod5050063

NYX Cosmetics: Eye Shadow Base -- White http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod2150060

NYX Cosmetics: Ultra Pearl Mania Loose Pearl Eye Shadow -- Jade Pearl http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod3020021&skuId=2226073&_requestid=192378

NYX Cosmetics: The Suede Shadow Palette: http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-259-the-suede-shadow-palette.aspx

Physicians Formula: pH Matchmaker pH Powered Lipgloss -- Light Pink http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod4090133

Mineral Fusion: Sheer Moisture Lip Tint -- Smolder http://www.dermstore.com/product.php?prod_id=59661

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Cruelty Free Cosmetics

Interestingly, I've had 3 friends from completely separate social circles ask me about cruelty free cosmetics recently. I supposed now would be the opportune time to share some of my personal experiences as well as a butt load of resources for people interested in supporting the Cruelty Free Cause!

For years and years (and years) I was a die hard MAC girl. I loved their products. Loved. And it was a company I could easily feel good about supporting because they were cruelty free. And then a sad, sad, sad day came. MAC changed their policy regarding animal testing, and by my standards (and the standards of many other cosmetic enthusiasts) I decided I could no longer purchase their products. Thus began my awareness on the issue and my slow transition to going completely cruelty free.

I'm gonna be totally up front right now, it's not easy. That being said it's not hard, it just takes some work.

Let's talk personal decisions. Cruelty Free means a lot of different things to different people. For me it started with cosmetics. Then I got to thinking... What about all the other personal care products in my house? And what about all the cleaning products in my house? And what about all my leather shoes? And what about the eggs and milk I still consume? The further down the rabbit hole (bunniiiieeeesss!!) I went, the more I realized how important it was for me to support companies I could feel good about. I wholeheartedly believe though, that ANY step into the cruelty free world is positive. If it's just cosmetics for you, that's AWESOME. If it's cosmetics and avoiding leather, that's AWESOME. If it's just talking to your friends and doing a little research on animal testing, that's AWESOME.

With all that being said and without further ado, here is a list of Cruelty Free Resources I use on the regular:

People process change at totally different rates. If you slip up, don't beat yourself up, we all slip up. Just get back on the wagon and forge on. Know that there is a HUGE community out there to support you if you have any questions. Me especially! Tweet at me, Email me, Post questions on my Facebook page, Follow my Pinterest boards. I am more than happy to help where I can.

xoxox kat

**Just a note to clarify, terms like "cruelty free," "vegan," and "not tested on animals" are not necessarily interchangeable. For example, some companies may not test on animals, however have animal byproducts in their cosmetics (or other products) making them NOT vegan. Many people feel that to be considered truly cruelty free a company must be vegan as well as not test on animals. Feel free to ask me questions if you need more info**