#Review: Make Up For Ever (Sephora 500 points)

Sephora Beauty Insider had this Make Up For Ever 500 pts and since I've been dying to try more prestige, higher-end cosmetics, Make Up For Ever was certainly on my list. 

Make Up For Ever Beauty Insider Reward
500 points, Sephora

The package brings deluxe samples of:

-HD Microperfecting Primer in #0 Neutral (0.16)

-HD Microfinish Powder (0.035 oz)
-Aqua Eyes in 0L Matte Black (0.025 oz)
-Sens’Eyes – Waterproof Sensitive Eye Cleanser (0.84 oz) 

Reviews
 

HD Microperfecting Primer in #0 Neutral
$34USD, Sephora

This primer has to be my favorite item in the package. It goes on liquid- consistency is about the same as sheer creme- and when it dries you can see the difference in your makeup. The nice thing about using this is that the product isn't greasy. You can still feel moisturized but not greasy. It's truly translucent too. It doesn't dry white like other translucent products do on darker skin. I've used this with several different foundations- Urban Decay's Naked Skin, Dior's Dior Forever, and Make Up Forever and each one looked amazing. People commented on how fresh my skin looked. 

 

Verdict: I've fallen head over heels for this primer and will probably buy this primer when the trial is finished. Hands down my favorite product in this sampler.  I'm impressed that a product worked with my combination/oily skin to moisturizer without greasing me up. Sold. 

 

HD Microfinish Powder
$34USD, Sephora

This finishing powder is what I've been using in the interim while trying to transition off of M.A.C. StudioFix. It's brilliant. Not only is it mattefying, it mattes in a way that doesn't make your skin look cakey. It's also translucent. Not as translucent as the primer but I handle that by building it in areas that require more attention. 

Verdict: This may replace my pressed powder. It allows me to wear whatever foundation I require without compromising the color. Bravo. 

Aqua Eyes in 0L Matte Black 
$19USD, Sephora

Since I've been alternating use with this eyeliner and TooFaced's eyeliner, this one simply cannot measure up in terms of boldness. But it glides on smoothly. I love using this on my waterline. This could definetly serve as a daytime eyeliner. And it is suited for long-wear on days when I'll be out all day. 

Verdict: I'm using this because it was free but if I bought it, I would've been pretty dissapointed. It's okay. I'd rather spend the same $19USD on Smashbox's Limitless Eyeliner. 

 

Sens’Eyes – Waterproof Sensitive Eye Cleanser  

$24USD, Sephora

Haven't truly used this yet. Will follow up and review post to follow.