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I have been waiting to get my hands on this palette and today, I can finally bring you my thoughts.  After months of waiting eagerly after setting my eyes on the palette personally with Mario himself, I could barely contain myself.  The Master Palette by Mario Dedivanovic from Anastasia Beverly Hills is quite a beaut.  I’m exciting to share my own little back story regarding this palette, so hold on tight as I take you on the journey.

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Ah, in all of its gorgeous beauty, I finally have my hands on this palette… yay me.  The Master Palette was created by the famed makeup artist to the stars – Mario Dedivanovic.  If you are not sure who he is, I’ll give you a little information on him.  Mario is best known for working with the Kardashian family and celebrities like Jennifer Lopez and Chrissy Teigen.  He and Norvina (Claudia) from Anastasia Beverly Hills made mention of a palette in the works many months ago, but no one really got a good look at it till August or so.  I met with Mario at a Master Class in August where I had the opportunity to be one of two people in a class of over 80 to see the palette live and in color.  I even had the opportunity to swatch the palette, but out of respect for Mario, I didn’t take any photos of the palette and was just overwhelmed with excitement that I was given the opportunity to do so.  A few weeks later, Mario posted the palette on his Snapchat and Instagram and everyone was able to see what it looked like prior to being released the first week of October.

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Now, to be honest, if I hadn’t seen the palette first hand with my own two eyes, I would have swooned over it some… but probably wouldn’t have made the purchase and pick it up.  I am a fan of Anastasia Beverly Hills Palettes (I own at least 5 of them), but if I were just looking at images online, I would have thought to skip it since the colors are so similar to those from palettes I already owned.  But, that was not the case, I did see the palette before most of the World and the colors are those that I knew I would use – so I NEEDED IT!

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Let’s talk about the packaging.  This palette has the same type of casing and packaging as other palettes that Anastasia Beverly Hills has created – but it comes an all black casing with gold detailing.  If you know anything about me, then you know that the packaging alone may have won me over… I love black and gold.  While simple, I think overall it offers much of what ABH palettes do, portable, not too bulky, easy to travel with and able to take a beating when traveling.  Since this is a palette that I know Mario takes on the road, I can see the durability and purpose in the packaging in its self.

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The colors, oh hello colors.  This palette honestly offers fairly basic shades, right?  Well… yes, and no!  The shades are definitely neutral and wearable – which I know that Mario was aiming for, since he’s honestly about classic beauty and glamour, not the done up instagram trends we see all over the internet.  While he is known as the King of Contour, he is a huge fan of effortless beauty and loves creating those looks personally on his clientele.

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Each shadow, whether matte or shimmer through out the palette offer such great pigmentation… high intensity color.  Each have such a gorgeous texture, smooth and buttery.  I have used several palettes from ABH, the Modern Renaissance being my favorite before I tried this one, and I absolutely love the quality of this palette.  Smooth, satin shades are just the plus side to how wonderful this palette is.  The colors, while neutral – offer anyone a wide range of shades to create an every day look or a show stopping smoky eye.  The options are endless.

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Like most (if not all) of the ABH palettes, this particular one comes with a duo-ended makeup brush.  A shadow end and one for blending – which makes this the perfect palette for on the go.  Each eye shadow (12 shades in all) is named after women and places that have given Mario inspiration over the years.  Do you see Lula (Mario’s mom), Marina (Mario’s sister), Kim and Claudia in the mix?  Need I say more?  This definitely was a palette created with the inspiration that Mario found in his life.

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Top Row Swatches – From Left to Right:  Hollywood, NYC, Kim, Muse, Marina, Claudia

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Bottom Row Swatches – From Left to Right:  Lula, Isabel, Violeta, 5th Ave., Bronx, Paris.

All of the shades are gorgeous and I love that there are a mixture of matte and shimmer shades.  Each shadow offers such gorgeous color payoff and while some of the shimmer shades can have a bit of fall out, honestly, they are so pigmented and buttery… a little product goes a long way.  Rich gorgeous color in one swipe and no patchy application – even with the matte shades.

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I haven’t been using much makeup lately so I was very excited to dip into the palette and create a look.  On my eyes I’m using a blend of Violeta and Isabel in the crease and as my transition shade, Marina on the lid and blended up towards the crease, Muse blended into the outer v and Hollywood as an inner corner highlight and to highlight a little on my brow bone.

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Let’s face it, as a makeup addict, I can honestly say that you can NEVER have enough neutral palettes.  But I’m so happy with this palette.  It’s not your average, every day neutral palette – it’s definitely a master piece created by a master artist.  The Master Palette by Mario is a gorgeous palette with beautiful and stunning shades that will work with any skin tone, eye color and age and I think it’s definitely an essential to any makeup lovers collection.  This will be my go-to travel palette and I think it will be a favorite for years to come.  Of course, it helps that I have a personal connection to the palette and the artist, so I’m proud to sport this palette and use it with pride.

Here’s a little glimpse of Mario’s instagram – a slideshow he created.  Take a look, you might see someone you know in the mix. 😉

The palette is gorgeous and I definitely suggest checking it out and seeing for yourself. It should be available at select Ulta and Sephora stores if it has been sold out online at Anastasia Beverly Hills.  I do think it’s a must have for anyone, but I think after hearing about Mario’s humble beginnings and how he started as a makeup artist won my heart over more than anything.  Nonetheless, if you have the opportunity to check it out and pick up one for yourself… do it!

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Who isn’t on the search for the fountain of youth?  It seems as years pass, we are constantly on the hunt to find our younger selves.  I’ll be honest, I hated my teenage years so I’m not about reliving that all over again… I am however, about caring for myself to prevent aging to the best of my ability.  Having worked for a plastic surgeon years ago, I know that the cost for surgical procedures to provide a more youthful look is outrageous and there are many side effects and problems that can occur.  I’m all about finding a better solution and preventative measures to keep me from turning to the “needle” or “knife” while still keeping my appearance looking youthful.  Today I share with you my little miracle in a syringe.  No, it’s not an injection, but a product encased in fun packaging to look like a syringe.  Today, I introduce you to the Dynamic Sonic Instant Eye Lift by Dynamic Innovation Labs.  Let’s explore some, shall we?

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The Dynamic Instant Eye Lift (0.5 fl. oz. / 15 mL) costs a whopping $395.00.  Now, that’s crazy talk so you know I had to put this product to the test to see if it’s worth such a hefty price tag.  Let’s start off with the packaging… like I mentioned, it’s a Syringe that has the product “the instant eye lift gel” encased within.  Packaging is fun and definitely unique in that it literally resembles what you would expect if you were going in to get a procedure like Botox or Collagen.  The Dynamic Innovation Labs Dynamic Instant Eye Lift claims that it will reduce wrinkles and fine lines, smooths and lifts out under eye bags and aesthetically enhances the complexion.  You get instant results and you can watch and feel it tighten and form within 90 seconds.  Hmmmm… to good to be true you say?  Well, read on… it gets juicier.

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After receiving the product to try, I immediately pulled it out to put it to the test.  You can decide if you want to use it daily, but I honestly use it when my eyes are tired or my allergies are bad so my eyes are puffier than normal.  With such a big price point, I highly suggest using this for special occasions, rather than daily – so that you can save on product and make your dime stretch.

I apply the gel like serum to my face when it is clean (usually in the morning prior to using my other moisturizers and serums).  Using my ring finger, I depress the syringe to get a little product out on my finger and gently smooth and tap a thin layer over the areas I want to treat.  Usually, I apply it to my facial lines (my smile lines), corners of my eyes (I get those fine lines because of constant rubbing of my eyes due to allergies) and under my eyes where I tend to get slightly puffy – especially after not getting a good nights rest or my allergies flaring up on me.  After applying, I keep my face expressionless (no smiling, winking, frowning or facial movements) until the product dries.  If I have some white residue visible, it’s usually because I put too much product down, but it’s an easy fix as I smooth over the area with a damp finger (ring finger is a must) or moisturizer and smooth it out.

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The whole process from beginning to end is painless and quick.  And, don’t you blink because those 90 seconds will go by quickly.  I like to watch my face in the mirror while the product works.  I literally can see the areas I treated smooth out and tighten right before my eyes… it’s pretty cool and amazing to say the least.  Not interested in looking at yourself for 90 seconds straight… lol?  Well, don’t worry – you’ll feel a slight tingle and a cool sensation (all of which are light, so you don’t have to worry about feeling irritated or any pain) and when you look back at your face, you’ll notice a difference immediately.

  • Reduces wrinkles and fine lines 
  • Smooths and lifts out under eye bags 
  • Aesthetically enhances complexion 
  • Instant results – watch and feel it tighten and firm within 90 seconds

I have tried a plethora of products like the Instant Eye Lift, but I feel like this one really works quickly in tightening my pores, firming my skin and giving me a youthful appearance.  The full effect is completely visible within 90 seconds and you’ll notice your skin looks  younger and firmer.  The first few times I tried the product, I did notice results but not dramatically.  It took the 3rd time when I used the product to see that the results had definitely increased.  Incremental results can be subtle but the overall result offers you a more youthful appearance and it’s definitely astounding.  The eye area is the usual telltale signs of age and low vitality, so instantly lifting and firming those areas really make a big difference in what you look like and of course, how you feel.

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In the photos above, I show you my before and after using the Dynamic Instant Eye Lift.  My photos have not been retouched, as you can see both photos show my pores, fine lines, etc.  I applied the Dynamic Instant Eye Lift to the outer corners of my eyes where I have visible fine lines in the “before” photo.  I also applied the Dynamic Instant Eye Lift below my eyes and on my cheeks near my nose.  The gel-like product provides a blurred like effect while tightening and firming areas of my face that were not there before.  The corners of my eyes look smooth and my fine lines have practically disappeared.  Please note that these images were taken about 90 – 100 seconds apart.  What I love and enjoy is that blurred effect doesn’t wash off like a primer would, so over time while using the product – you’ll notice a difference in your appearance.

Having worked in the plastic surgery field over the years, I know how invasive surgery can be and how a severe change can really make it obvious that someone has had work done.  It’s worst when your results are uncertain and that healing can take such a long time while varying from person to person.  Applying Instant Eye Lift before your makeup (or on its own) can make a huge difference in how youthful you look through out the day and night and it’s painless and effortless.

Ingredients

Purified Water (Aqua), Sodium Silicate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, CI 77489 (Iron Oxide), Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin

So, what do you think?  A fountain of youth product at its finest?  The product does come with a hefty price tag, I’ll be the first to admit it and the last.  It’s much too expensive for me to order and keep up with on a monthly basis, which is why I said this would be a great product to use for special occasions and events.  But, keep in mind that with consistent use, you’ll see results over time as well.  Not only does it show you something immediately, but you will also notice a difference after using the product over a period of time.  It’s costly, but considering how much a cosmetic procedure costs, you’ll be getting a bargain without the needle or knife touching you.  If I had the money to keep up with the product routine, I would do it in a heartbeat, because I love a product that not only shows you what it can do – but over time you continue to notice results.

Yes, this post is quite lengthy, but I wanted to ensure you got as much information as you could so you could decide for yourself.  I love the results I receive with this product and while I can’t keep up with the cost, I understand the reasoning behind the price.  I’m 36 (almost 37) years old and while I do my best to keep my skin looking good… a little help in that department never harms anyone.

What do you think of the results of the Instant Eye Lift?  Do you think this is something you would like to check out if you could afford it?  Comment below and let me know.

You can purchase this product and get more details at: http://www.dynamicsonic.com/collections/shop-by-eye/products/instant-face-lift-acivator

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Let’s face it, each time we blink an eye a new product hits the market.  It doesn’t matter what type of product it is, whether it is a new phone, technological device, a book or even a new beauty invention, products are rolled out daily.  The beauty world is one that I love watching evolve to hit new heights and fun, colorful creations.  But, I also love reading and learning about new products aimed specifically for skin care, a revolutionary industry that helps keep women like me looking fab.  Today I share with you Facekins, reusable face pads from a store on Etsy.  This eco-friendly product is definitely something worth looking into so I wanted to share with you some information on the product so you can decide for yourself.

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So what are Facekins?  

Facekins are washable and reuseable fabric facial pads ranging in price from $17 – $20 a pack of 7 pads.  They are soft eco-friendly reusable pads that are a great alternative to cotton pads or cotton rounds.  They were designed to use a non-cotton fabric making it luxuriously soft and great for both women & men.  Facekins was created by Connie Simon when she decide to make her own reusable face pads.  She didn’t like the fact that she was throwing away over 700 disposable cotton rounds a year.  After seeing how cotton pads that others made were not ideal for her, she decided on a softer, more sustainable, eco-friendly fabric.

Facekins are made of sustainable fabric that absorbs less product, which saves you on money – since you are using less toner and cleanser (as well as other products) to get the same job done.  They are made with an ultra-soft material that goes all the way to the edge of each pad (there is no rough stitching) and it’s great for use on the sensitive area under and near the eyes.  The pads are able to be washed and are stain resistant but they also keep their shape and softness after washing.  Pads are available in different sizes and shapes (square and round) and the straight edges are wonderful for getting close to the eyes without pulling out lashes.  What I love the most about this product is that they do not leave any lint on my lashes or in my husband’s case, on his face stubble.  They are comfortable to use and great for travel since they air dry very quickly.

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So let’s talk about some details, shall we?  If you use cotton rounds on a daily basis, you are using approximately 2 pads per day.  That means (when I do the math) that you are averaging approximately 720 pads per person.  It may not seem like a lot considering the price point, but think about all the water and energy used to grow and harvest the cotton.  Facekins is made with a soft polyester fabric.  Because of this, it makes this product less likely to stain than organic cotton pads and is much softer than cotton pads which is great for my sensitive skin.  Did I mention that polyester is also less absorbent than typical disposable cotton pads so you use less product and have less waste.  Each pad is double sided and feels so soft and luxurious on the skin.  They are machine washable (do not use chlorine bleach) and can be tumble dried.  The fabric resists stains (as I mentioned before), shrinkage, mildew and dries quickly.  Each pad is sewn so there is a secure and soft edge and they are Made in the USA and cut, designed, sewn and packaged in Tustin, California.  They are handmade by Connie.

“I absolutely love how soft these pads are, I love how these feel against my sensitive skin.  They are a great companion for any beauty and skin care lover.” – Honey

I have been using these pads to remove my mascara and eye makeup with my micellar water.  I’m a traditional cotton rounds user and have been using them for years but it was a different experience when using the Facekins.  My face didn’t have any sensitivities at all while using the product and I loved how gentle they felt on my eyes.  Until you use the product, you won’t know what you are missing and trust when I say – it feels so good on the face, you can’t help but continue using them.

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I have washed this pad 2x.

What else can you use Facekins for?

You can use Facekins for more than just makeup and beauty.  Mommies can use them as nursing pads – they are soft and easy for that purpose.  They are lint free so they make great camera lens cleaners and are great for First Aid and cleaning cuts, applying oitment, etc. because they are lint free.  Some customers have even said they use it for removing nail polish and with nail polish remover.  The product will stain but the polish washes out.  the options for use are endless.  I love Facekins and I know I’ll be a long time user.  It is a money saver and definitely worth checking out.  I’ve been using Facekins for over a month and find them so convenient and so soft they make using them a great experience.

You can purchase Facekins and learn more about them on their site: https://www.etsy.com/shop/facekins.  My favorites are the 3-3/4″ rounds for cleansing my whole face or removing makeup on the whole face and the square (2″) & round minis (2-3/8″) which I use to gently pull my lower lash line down to apply liner to my water line or even use as a guide for a sharp eye shadow look on the outer corner of my eye.  Of course, I also love them for removing my eye makeup.  I highly suggest you check them out, they are so soft, you won’t want to use anything else.  I’ll need to stock up on a lifetime supply.

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Summer and Winter are the seasons that tend to take a beating on my lips each year.  The Summer months leave my lips chapped and dry because of the heat and humidity and the Winter months leave my lips chapped and dry and sometimes cracked because the cold tends to really dry my lips out.  Because of this I tend to really gravitate towards lip balms that I know will rescue my pout and leave it looking and feeling it’s best.  Recently I was introduced to some lip balms from Palmer’s Cocoa Butter called the FlipBalm.  Now, I’m a huge fan of Palmer’s Cocoa Butter brand and products so I was very excited and ecstatic to give these products whirl.  I have been using them now for about 3 weeks and I’m finally ready to share my thoughts of them with you.  Without further adieu, let’s learn more about the Palmer’s Cocoa Butter FlipBalm shall we?

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Retailing for about $3.50 to $3.99 – the Palmer’s FlipBalm is a fun and colorful way to moisturize and hydrate those lips of ours.  Available in three delectable flavors, vibrant packaging and ingredients – you can easily find one that will work for you and help protect your pout this season or always.  The FlipBalms are available in Juicy Watermelon, Creamy Coconut and Ripe Mango.  I have the Juicy Watermelon on my desk and the Creamy Coconut in my purse, my son uses the Ripe Mango.  These cute little balms offer your lips much needed ingredients to help moisturize and protect them and they are so affordable, you could pick up each flavor if you wanted.  Let’s chit chat a little about each one, shall we?

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Juicy Watermelon includes incredients like:  Natural Cocoa Butter, Vitamin E and watermelon extract to help instantly hydrate your lips and provide ultra lip moisture.  It has a sweet scent and feels really nice on the lips when applied.  With natural watermelon extract that is rich in Vitamin C to help promote cell renewal, this lip balm has been a go-to for me to use in the morning to prep my lips for other lip products like lipstick.

Creamy Coconut is probably my favorite.  With ingredients like natural cocoa butter, vitamin E and coconut oil – this makes this one a must have for me.  As many know, coconut oil is something I use in my daily skin and hair regimen and it’s my secret weapon so a product that has it makes it a must-have.  The flavor of this lip balm has a coconut sweetness and scent but it is light and I love it.  The pure coconut oil it is formulated with is packed with proteins and fatty acids to soothe dryness.  I use this lip balm particularly at night to help rejuvenate my lips from the day and also purchase one for my purse to use while on the go.

The Ripe Mango is a favorite of my eldest son.  It has a sweet tropical mango scent and flavor.  With natural mango extract that’s bursting with moisture to help prevent dryness and restore elasticity, natural cocoa butter and vitamin E, my son has been enjoying this product.  He naturally has dry lips due to his allergies and finds that this immediately soothes his lips and provides them with the much needed moisture to keep from cracking.

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The Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula FlipBalms feature a revolutionalry “flip to open” packaging design for easy application with one hand.  They are so fun and genius that they even won the “Best Product Award” for the most innovative packaging at ECRM in February 2016.  This patented, award winning and one-of-a-kind flip top applicator make applying this product easy and quick so it’s perfect for on the go.

Each lip product is made with pure Cocoa Butter, raw Shea Butter and Vitamin E as well as their additional ingredients stated above.  They are clinically proven to moisturize your lips for over 8 hours and I find that I usually apply them to my lips 2-3 times a day.  Once in the morning when prepping my lips for a lip product, once in the afternoon after eating lunch (if I remember) and once before bed to protect my lips.

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The FlipBalms contain ethically and sustainably sourced ingredients and are free of Parabens, Phthalates, Petrolatum and Gluten.  These little colorful pocket-sized treats will help protect and heal dry lips and come from a brand loved by consumers like myself as well as celebrities.  You get all the great benefits in a lip balm that you love, but in a tiny little package ready to take with you.

These juicy goods are available at stores like Target, Kmart. Five Below and Palmers.com – so if you spot them, I definitely suggest checking out at least one of them if not all.  If you love lip balm as much as I do – I think you’ll enjoy these as much as I have been.  I enjoyed these so much that I’ve already picked up a few for my “Give Bags” that I donate to the local shelters so that others can enjoy the benefits of this yummy tasting lip balm.

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If you’ve been a reader of Honeygirl’s World a while or follow me on YouTube, then you know that for a long time I have been a fan of lip balm spheres from other brands.  The difference I’ve noticed of this particular lip balm from Palmer’s is that it is much softer on my lips when applying and it really leaves my lips instantly moisturized.  I also LOVE the flip top which makes it easier to use – I’ve had to throw out a lip balm or two because I’ve dropped my cover on the ground while trying to apply on the go.  Everything you need for this lip balm is attached so it makes applying with one hand quite easy.

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Have you seen these lip balms hit your local stores yet?  If so, have you tried them or have been interested in trying them.  They are colorless so they work perfectly to use over or under any other lip product and I think you’ll surely enjoy them.

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I don’t use a lot of makeup during the summer time and lately I have found that I have really been enjoying a simple look – mascara and lip balm.  But, after getting my hands on the Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Palette, I’ve really been enjoying working with it and creating looks.  Contrary to how it looks, this palette is much more than a pink toned palette like it seems.  I’ve been loving the combination of warm tones to create showstopping looks.  Today I share with you a look I created using mainly this palette with a little pop of color on my lower lash line with ColourPop’s Flower Shop (from their Spring / Summer collection).  I’ll be sharing this look with you as well as swatches of the palette and more.  Be sure to click on the video if you want to chit chat with me and watch me GRWM when I create this look.

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Let’s chit chat about this palette first before we get into the whole makeup look, shall we?  The Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Palette retails for $42.00 and includes 14 beautiful shades appropriate for any time of year.  This palette also includes a duo-ended brush to help create those stunning looks.

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I purchased this palette with a little help via an online site called Octer.com.  Octer is a cool platform to help with online shopping, making it possible and easy to shop no matter the device you use – whether you’re browsing on your smartphone, tablet or desktop.  Octer lists the biggest US stores and 8,000 brands across all verticals and fashion from everyone like Topshop, ASOS, Farfetch and Net-A-Porter.  Octer has been live since November and has a feature which helps consumers find the right product at the right price.  It’s easy to use and as simple as searching your favorite type of product – housewares, clothes, accessories, makeup and more.

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The Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance palette is an essential eye shadow collection that includes a variety of neutral and berry tones.  It’s the first permanent palette in the ABH line – which I love, since so many of the palettes I own from her were Limited Editions.  This palette includes gorgeously pigmented shades that offer you the opportunity to create endless looks for daytime and evening.  I am absolutely in love with the pigmentation of each color even if some of them did kick up a bit of dust and a little bit of fall out it’s a beautifully pigmented palette.  At first glance, this eye shadow palette looks like it would be too berry or too pink to create many looks, but I have found that I’ve been able to create a variety of looks with the shades.

The palette has faux suede packaging that make it feel really nice and soft and so far it has been easy to clean.  I love that each name is listed under the individual shades – which is always a great thing in any eye shadow palette.  The magnetic closure seals the palette up tightly, but not too tight as to make it difficult to open and close.  The mirror is a good size and this palette really offers a variety of shades for your money and make it a good travel palette.  I’m impressed overall with this palette, the packaging and the shades.

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The colors included in this palette are:

Tempera – Velvety beige with an ultra-matte finish
Golden Ochre – Earthy yellow with an ultra-matte finish
Vermeer – Iridescent shell with a metallic finish
Buon Fresco – Antique lavender with an ultra-matte finish
Antique Bronze – Metallic sable with a satin finish
Love Letter- Raspberry with an ultra-matte finish
Cyprus Umber- Dark coffee with an ultra-matte finish
Realgar- Brick with an ultra-matte finish
Warm Taupe- Earthy gray with an ultra-matte finish
Venetian Red- Crimson with an ultra-matte finish
Red Ochre- Sienna with an ultra-matte finish
Primavera- shimmery gold dust with a metallic finish
Burnt Orange- deep orange with an ultra-matte finish
Raw Sienna- neutral amber with an ultra-matte finish

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To create my look I used the neutral tones in the Modern Renaissance Palette to create the base of my makeup look.  For the pop of color, I decided that I would use Flower Shop from ColourPop as a little pop of color on the lower lash line.  Of course, you could totally utilize one of the berry shades in it’s place to really make the look pop.

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  • Raw Sienna – used as a transition shade above my crease, lower lash line to blend and smoke out flower shop
  • Burnt Orange – used to deepen the crease, lower lash line to blend and smoke out flower shop
  • Primavera – blended onto the lid and inner corner of my eye
  • Red Ochre – used to deepen the outer v to add dimension
  • Cyprus Umber – blended into the outer v and outer corner to add depth to the eye look, lower lash line to blend and smoke out flower shop
  • Tempera – used as highlight on browbone
  • Youngblood Cosmetics Liquid Eyeliner to create wing and liner on upper lash line
  • Ardell Demi Wispies false lashes
  • Flower Shop by ColourPop as pop of color on lower lash line
  • ColourPop Wisp – highlight on face
  • BlossomTime Rose Blush – Rose Powder Blush by Milani
  • Milani Dolce Caramello Lipstick (pictured), originally I had on Kandooment Orange & Pink Cadillac by Bdellium Tools
  • Jordana Cosmetics 12 Hour Made to Last Liquid Eyeliner Pencil in Aqua Stone – pop of color on lower lash line (base)
  • Milani Baked Bronzer in Sienna

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Want to see how I created this makeup looks?  You can check out the GRWM style video on YouTube where I chit chat with all of you as I get ready.  Click here to watch directly on Youtube or watch the embedded video below.

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If you are looking for a cool place to check out products from different devices, I definitely suggest checking out Octer.com, I’ve been enjoying the site since being introduced to it and it’s a fun place to check out items all over the web.  It’s not yet a year old, but has come a long way since it started in November.  When it comes to makeup palettes, the Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Palette has really won my heart.  The eye shadows are very blendable and pigmented.  Considering the price point, you get gorgeous shades and it’s definitely worth checking out.  Like I mentioned before, while it looks like a palette you may only be able to utilize in the Fall, it’s actually a great neutral palette with pops of color.

Have you tried the Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance palette?  If not, is it something on your list to check out?  If you have, what are your thoughts on this beauty?  Don’t forget to check out my video for a GRWM and walk through on how I got this makeup look.

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Disclaimer:  This is a sponsored post.  Some of the products mentioned in this post were sent for review consideration while others were purchased with my own money.  All opinions are my own, 100% honest and unbiased, as with anything on this site – sponsored or not.  Affiliate links are posted through out.