Bella Pierre Cosmetics: Compact Mineral Blush in Desert Rose

Hey there my readers! Many of ya'll know that I have a penchant for blush. It is the the makeup item that I just can't resist. A great blush always perks me! I tend to gravitate towards peaches and pinks so this blush is just right up my alley.

This review is for Bella Pierre Cosmetics's Compact Mineral Blush in Desert Rose. Bella Pierre is a mineral foundation line from SFRbeauty.com that I have been exploring lately.

As much as I do enjoy using mineral makeup. I must admit that loose powder pigments are not my favorite. I much prefer a pressed powder. So, I was thrilled to discover this mineral blush in a pressed pan compact form! You get the benefits of a mineral powder without the mess. This product at-a-glance really reminds me of Pur Minerals. The mineral scent of the product and the texture of the powder are very Pur Minerals-esque. If you like Pur Minerals, then you might want to check out the Bella Pierre brand too.

Beauty Uses for Classic Products: Vaseline and Q-tips

There is a reason that products like Vaseline and Q-tips stand the test of time. They are classic products that are incredibly useful for a wide variety of purposes. I mean, they just work! I know I don't even need to explain to anyone what these products are. I am sure you all have both Vaseline and Q-tips in your homes.

I always have a tub of Vaseline in my medicine cabinet to soothe onto dry lips, dry cuticles, and skin irritations. It seems that no matter what the cause is of the irriation, if I smooth some on before bed, I will wake up to improved skin. Mostly, I use it for dry lips. I just dab a Q-tip into the container (I try to refrain from sticking my actual fingers in the jar) and smooth onto my lips.

As far as Q-tips, my primary use besides being a great Vaseline applicator, is to remove eye makeup. Every evening I dip 2 Q-tips into my Neutrogena liquid makeup remover (my current fave) and smooth over my eye makeup. I use the side that is wet with remover first. Then I clean up any remaining remover with the dry side. I use one Q-tip for each eye.

So, when Vaseline and Q-tips contacted me with some great beauty tips, I just knew that I had to share the tips with you! Some of these I have heard of and forgotten and some are new to me. Either way, its always great to get tips for items that you already always have on hand!

If you want to read more tips and see some of my beauty experimentation with Vaseline and Q-tips, please keep reading!