Smith's Minted Rose Lip Balm

Rose a la Menthe!  This lip balm comes from Sephora at $7.  However, I must say, this is well worth the extra cash if you're used to drug store lip balms.  The texture is very smooth and glossy, and applies evenly with just a little bit.  I've had this for about a month now, and as you can see, I still have a lot left.  I usually apply this several times a day, but it's my favorite night time lip balm since it heals any chapping overnight.

The scent is very subtle, but really really nice.  True to its name, it's mostly rose petal-scented with a hint of mint.  I like that it's not overwhelming, and I think the scent would be appealing for all lip-balm-lovers out there.  After wearing this for about an hour or so, I find that it absorbs into my lips, so it doesn't stay glossy all day.

Cons?  You probably couldn't wear a lipstick over this, since it applies pretty thick.  However, it does have a bit of tint on its own, so it's not all bad!

My recommendation: Go for it! It's one of the best miracle cures I've found for my lips this winter!

Too Faced Natural Eye Palette

The Too Faced Natural Eye Palette is nothing new to hit the market.  However, it's the first time I've tried it, and I'm in love.  The colors are beautiful - 6 shimmer colors from light champagne to dark chocolate brown, and three matte colors.  The great thing about this palette is that it's super easy to go from day to night.  The matte colors are perfect for a subdued workplace (or go shimmer if it's appropriate!).  At night, pop some Cocoa Puff or Sexspresso on the outer eyelid, and hit the town.  The only color I'm not super fond of is Velvet Revolver, the top middle brown, as it doesn't show up well on my skin.

The shadows themselves are very soft and silky feeling.  They apply easily to the lid, even with a finger, and blend well too.  At $36 from Sephora, I think it's a great, versatile palette that fits any skin tone out there.  While it's a bit pricey, a little bit goes a long way, and you won't be disappointed by the quality.