ANYWAY.
Belk almost NEVER offers discounts on beauty, so today is the day to pounce! One day only with the code listed below!
Thursday, April 7, 2016
Today at Belk 20% off Beauty!
Look, Belk and I are on uneasy terms. If it was a flesh and blood person, we'd be frenemies for sure. I'd tell her I don't appreciate the way she's never up front with info and how her lies of omission are still lies, and most of all how she tries to have everyone believe she's this classy, caring person but she's actually a cold, hateful bitch. But we'd get along with each other because she respects my honesty and we have a lot of mutual friends.
ANYWAY.
Belk almost NEVER offers discounts on beauty, so today is the day to pounce! One day only with the code listed below!
ANYWAY.
Belk almost NEVER offers discounts on beauty, so today is the day to pounce! One day only with the code listed below!
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Beauty Returns: Why Returning Ineffective Products Isn't Only Acceptable, But Necessary
Have you ever tried a product you just couldn't wait to use, only to be let down harder than an elephant falling off a tight rope? A year later you're still seeing it in stores, wondering how the hell it's still being sold. Here's the question: did you return it? If not, you could be part of the reason it's still out there waiting to crash another person's hopes.
Look, I've worked several retail jobs and know that returns can absolutely kill your store's day. It can screw with store metrics, make your metrics go down, yada yada yada. But why is the customer always the one who gets blamed? Why do customers get treated like lepers and con artists just because they want to get their money back on a useless, ineffective, or defective product?
It's because stores are more concerned with the short-game goals. It's not their fault, though; that's how major chains and corporations are wired to run. It's not a perfect system, but it's the simplest to implement. No hate, no shame. However, more stores need to be thinking of the long-term, and returns play a major part in long-term goals and sustainability.
Example: When holiday sets started coming around, I got a set from Smashbox I thought I would absolutely love! It had a lipliner, blush+lip chubby stick, lipstick, and gloss, all in a pretty pastel pink shade called 'Pout'. I've used the 'Pout' glass before and the color was very flattering so I figured it would be a home run.
I was wrong.
The color was completely different. It was a chalky, nearly white gloss which pulled directly into liplines and was stickier than the floor of a porno studio. Aside from that, the lipstick was obviously out of date and the chubby stick was awful on both cheeks and lips. The saving grace was the lipliner, but at $40 I was basically paying double for one usable product. It went back to the store within a week.
Less than a month later, the set was put on clearance. Why? Not because it didn't sell. It was because it DID sell, then the returns came in like wildfire. An associate I spoke to said they were informed that the stores were super pissed at all the returns they were getting just from this one product.
And that's one of the main point of returning things: when you return a bad product you're hitting the stores and brands where they hurt: their wallets. You're actively helping stores and brands to weed out the shitty stuff that somehow made it through testing and ended up being sold to the masses. When certain products see abnormal returns, brands and stores take notice.
Leaving a negative review on a website is one thing, but actions speak louder than words. When you get stuck with a shitty product, don't simply roll over and say 'okay'. Make your voice heard! Return that piece of shit and make a statement; and equally importantly, get your hard-earned cash back. It doesn't matter if the product costs $2 or $200. No one should make you feel like you don't deserve your money back for getting duped into buying a piece of crap.
Returns may be hated by stores in the short-run, but they're helpful to everyone overall. Don't hesitate to return a bad product because, in actuality, you're helping the system.
And if anyone tells you otherwise I'll kicka dem straight in de crotch.
Look, I've worked several retail jobs and know that returns can absolutely kill your store's day. It can screw with store metrics, make your metrics go down, yada yada yada. But why is the customer always the one who gets blamed? Why do customers get treated like lepers and con artists just because they want to get their money back on a useless, ineffective, or defective product?
It's because stores are more concerned with the short-game goals. It's not their fault, though; that's how major chains and corporations are wired to run. It's not a perfect system, but it's the simplest to implement. No hate, no shame. However, more stores need to be thinking of the long-term, and returns play a major part in long-term goals and sustainability.
Example: When holiday sets started coming around, I got a set from Smashbox I thought I would absolutely love! It had a lipliner, blush+lip chubby stick, lipstick, and gloss, all in a pretty pastel pink shade called 'Pout'. I've used the 'Pout' glass before and the color was very flattering so I figured it would be a home run.
I was wrong.
The color was completely different. It was a chalky, nearly white gloss which pulled directly into liplines and was stickier than the floor of a porno studio. Aside from that, the lipstick was obviously out of date and the chubby stick was awful on both cheeks and lips. The saving grace was the lipliner, but at $40 I was basically paying double for one usable product. It went back to the store within a week.
Less than a month later, the set was put on clearance. Why? Not because it didn't sell. It was because it DID sell, then the returns came in like wildfire. An associate I spoke to said they were informed that the stores were super pissed at all the returns they were getting just from this one product.
And that's one of the main point of returning things: when you return a bad product you're hitting the stores and brands where they hurt: their wallets. You're actively helping stores and brands to weed out the shitty stuff that somehow made it through testing and ended up being sold to the masses. When certain products see abnormal returns, brands and stores take notice.
Leaving a negative review on a website is one thing, but actions speak louder than words. When you get stuck with a shitty product, don't simply roll over and say 'okay'. Make your voice heard! Return that piece of shit and make a statement; and equally importantly, get your hard-earned cash back. It doesn't matter if the product costs $2 or $200. No one should make you feel like you don't deserve your money back for getting duped into buying a piece of crap.
Returns may be hated by stores in the short-run, but they're helpful to everyone overall. Don't hesitate to return a bad product because, in actuality, you're helping the system.
And if anyone tells you otherwise I'll kicka dem straight in de crotch.
Provide Clean Water + Get Armani Swag = No Question!
If you've spent any time on social media lately, you've likely come across pictures of jugs like this:
But what are they?
Many celebrities and social media stars are involved in the "Acqua for Life" challenge where they have to survive on 10L of water a day. Not only just for drinking, but also little things like brushing their teeth, washing their hands, bathing, doing laundry, etc. Think of it kind of like the "Ice Bucket Challenge" which helped raise awareness for ALS research. Only this time the participants are actually putting themselves in the shoes of young children who are in need of clean water.
"But TMG," you say, "what the hell does this have to do with me? Why should I give one of my limited fucks about another social media campaign."
Well, first of all, you're well within your right to question a campaign led by a massive corporation like Giorgio Armani because, let's face it, you can't trust most corporations nowadays. However this is actually Armani's 7th year doing this campaign in partnership with none other than UNICEF, so it's not some craze or shady attempt at trying to seem more empathetic to gain new customers. Armani and UNICEF mean business with this project.
"Ok, fine, I'll help the little shits get water. How can I help?"
I'm glad you asked! There are actually three ways via THIS SITE:
1: You can purchase an Acqua di Gioia 'Acqua for Life' gift set for $90, $5 of which will go directly to the project, which is enough to provide clean water to one child for 4 months.
2: You can purchase a limited edition massive 6.7 oz. bottle of Acqua di Gio for $110, $15 of which will go to the project, which is enough to provide clean water to one child for an entire year.
3: Or, if you're broke/thrifty/don't like the fragrances, you can also purchase a Giorgio Armani bracelet + sample of Acqua di Gio for $1, the entirety of which will go to the project and provide clean water to one child for 1 month.
Plus, if you use PayPal to complete your purchase, and additional $1 will be donated to the project.
Personally, due to my lack of fundage PLUS my ambivalence toward the Acqua di Gio cologne, I'm going to go with the $1 option. Plus I'm going to use PayPal so $2 will go to the project. It doesn't sound like much but it means that somewhere a little kid is going to get clean water for 2 months. For $2!
Come on, there's no question about it. Don't be a dick. Help the little shits get water.
But what are they?
Many celebrities and social media stars are involved in the "Acqua for Life" challenge where they have to survive on 10L of water a day. Not only just for drinking, but also little things like brushing their teeth, washing their hands, bathing, doing laundry, etc. Think of it kind of like the "Ice Bucket Challenge" which helped raise awareness for ALS research. Only this time the participants are actually putting themselves in the shoes of young children who are in need of clean water.
"But TMG," you say, "what the hell does this have to do with me? Why should I give one of my limited fucks about another social media campaign."
Well, first of all, you're well within your right to question a campaign led by a massive corporation like Giorgio Armani because, let's face it, you can't trust most corporations nowadays. However this is actually Armani's 7th year doing this campaign in partnership with none other than UNICEF, so it's not some craze or shady attempt at trying to seem more empathetic to gain new customers. Armani and UNICEF mean business with this project.
"Ok, fine, I'll help the little shits get water. How can I help?"
I'm glad you asked! There are actually three ways via THIS SITE:
1: You can purchase an Acqua di Gioia 'Acqua for Life' gift set for $90, $5 of which will go directly to the project, which is enough to provide clean water to one child for 4 months.
2: You can purchase a limited edition massive 6.7 oz. bottle of Acqua di Gio for $110, $15 of which will go to the project, which is enough to provide clean water to one child for an entire year.
3: Or, if you're broke/thrifty/don't like the fragrances, you can also purchase a Giorgio Armani bracelet + sample of Acqua di Gio for $1, the entirety of which will go to the project and provide clean water to one child for 1 month.
Plus, if you use PayPal to complete your purchase, and additional $1 will be donated to the project.
Personally, due to my lack of fundage PLUS my ambivalence toward the Acqua di Gio cologne, I'm going to go with the $1 option. Plus I'm going to use PayPal so $2 will go to the project. It doesn't sound like much but it means that somewhere a little kid is going to get clean water for 2 months. For $2!
Come on, there's no question about it. Don't be a dick. Help the little shits get water.
Sunday, March 20, 2016
Quick Review: FLOWER Beauty Daily Brightening Undereye Concealer in DB02
Pros: pigmented, natural finish, applicator helps massage and refresh eyes, blendable, buildable coverage from medium to full, quick setting, 7 shades, fairly inexpensive $8 price tag
Cons: You have to vigorously shake the container before application; I mean jacking off an elephant vigourously. Otherwise the concealer doesn't like to come out. Oh, and
it's Wal-Mart exclusive *womp womp*.
it's Wal-Mart exclusive *womp womp*.
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| In the middle photo I'm wearing the concealer under my right (your left) eye and nothing under my left (your right). Sorry for the bad pics. You'll get over it. |
Verdict: It took me a week or two to realize why I liked this so much, then it hit me: it's a spot-on dupe for my holy grail Chanel concealer. Will I stop buying Chanel? If I've got the money, never! But while I'm a poor college kid I will be LOVING this formula!
Quick Review: Lancome Effacernes Waterproof Undereye Concealer
Pros: Lasts 11-12 hours, lightweight, natural matte finish, good for both young and aging skin, blurs fine lines without settling, 13 shades to from very fair (like Taylor Momsen to golden dark (like Lupita Nyong'o), generous 0.35 oz. size
Cons: Maybe the $31 price tag, but that's it. Plus department stores and Lancome are doing free gifts all the time, so you could end up snagging a good deal on freebies with purchase!
Verdict: I'll definitely repurchase! It's a great formula I highly recommend. I've even got my mom hooked on it.
Review: Chanel Correcteur Perfection Concealer in 31
This little baby is my all-time holy grail concealer. It's a mostly neutral light beige with a slight pinkness after it dries down. I get an average of ten hours on my undereyes and 7 on skin so I would say it's better suited for undereyes. It comes in six shades with the darkest being best suited for olive, tan, and light-dark skin so not everyone is going to find a shade unfortunately.
It's a gel-based formula with a creamy consistency and has medium opaque coverage which can be sheered out or built up to nearly full. You feel like you're wearing nothing and it actually slightly hydrates my undereye area. It's truly one of the best products I've ever used.
When I bought it I paid $36, but now the price is up to $42, so it's definitely a splurge. Honestly, though, it does such an amazing jop that you truly feel you're getting your money's worth.
Verdict: If you're interested, I would say go to your local Chanel counter to find your best color match. The Chanel website has color indicators that aren't always spot on. I know it's expensive but it's truly wonderful and worth every dollar.
Review: Wet n Wild Come Correct Celebrity Concealer in Light Medium
This is a repackaged version of the Fergie Backstage Collection concealer, but it's still star-worthy. This shit is like spackle. It's an incredibly pigmented, sweat-resistant, crease-resistant, lightweight formula which provides medium to full coverage and a satin matte finish. On the face, it lasted around six and a half hours before noticeably fading. Under eyes it pulled a straight eight hour shift. You get a generous. 34 oz. for a mere $4, and one pinhead-sized dot is enough for both my eyes and then some. It's an awesome product.
It's not without flaws, however.
Out of the tube it has a peculiar plasticky scent which is a little off-putting, but luckily it disappears as soon as it's applied. It's not a big deal in my opinion but worth noting. Before applying you need to shake the tube to make sure it's mixed well, otherwise it's likely to come out separated and watery.
The biggest drawback is the shade selection: there are only two shades available and I got the darkest one. I think it's pretty fucking stupid that Wet n Wild still all but refuses to release products in darker shades. It's 2016, dumbasses. Get with it.
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| In the middle picture I'm wearing the concealer under my right (your left) eye and nothing under my left (your right). |
Verdict: If you're fair to medium light skinned, GET THIS NOW! If you're darker than that, well, looks like you get screwed. Again. I'm sorry
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