Mario Russo Lavender Chamomille Hand Soap (Liquid)

Mario Russo
Olive Oil Chamomile Hand Soap

I love Olive Oil - both to cook with and to moisturize. I also love Lavender - clean and fresh. And Chamomille - warm and cozy. And I believe this product also contains lavendar - clean and fresh, what's not to like? But, the combination of all three is not a scent I love. In fact, it kinda stinks. That said, I do like the other qualities of the Hand Soap - it moisturizes while still letting you know that your hands are nice and clean. The moisture stays with you without being greasy. Good product, needs better scent.

Laura Geller - Baked Marble Eyeshadow

Laura Geller Baked Marble Eyeshadow
Blue Heaven

It truly is heavenly! I have medium brown eyes, dark lashes and brows. Following the ever-changing, oft-debated rule of opposites eye color to eye shadow, I took Blue Heaven out for a test drive today. Since I work in a professional office, I used a light hand. It's a nice wash of color, that doesn't look too blue. The dark graphite base grounds it, so I avoid the dreaded Maybelline Blue look of the 80's. I paired it with a black cardigan and dark jeans with black and blue applique. The eyeshadow rocks out my look quite nicely. This would be great at night, applied with more intensity. The shadow also is pairing well with my Smashbox Cream Eyeliner in Lava.

Mary Kay - Creme Lipstick

Mary Kay
Creme Lipstick
Red/Rouge

I have to admit, I use a bunch of Mary Kay products but have never tried their lipstick line. This little, sleek black tube of lipstick goes on smooth and soft. It has a TON of color. Very creamy, very red and very noticeable. It does leave behind lip marks on your coffee mug, but remains a rich red color throughout the day. The other bonus is that is definitely does not bleed when applied. My suggestion would be to use a sheer lip gloss over it to give it some shine.

Tarte - Natural Cheek Stain

Tarte
Natural Cheek Stain
Full Blossom

At first glance, this tube is a little intimidating. It looks like a crayola crayon push pop. I was afraid that I was either going to have a super dark streak of blush on my face, or not have enough on the sponge to put on my cheeks. That was not the case. The natural cheek stains are easy to use and apply evenly, but not too dark. Full Blossom is a swirly combination of 2 different shades, which makes a nice rosy color on your face. I found it easiest to apply to your fingers and rub into cheeks or apply directly to your face and blend. The best part about it is that every time you purchase this product, you are helping to preserve the Amazon Rainforest. Tarte supports Sambazon's Sustainable Acai Project (SAP), a member of the Organic Trade Association and the Fair Trade Federation.

Palmer's Products

From Jen, moved from http://alldoneup.blogspot.com:
Palmer's Original Cocoa Butter Formula Lotion
Dark Chocolate & Cherry Lip Butter
Swivel Stick
Foot Magic
I tried the Dark Chocolate & Cherry Lip Butter first--not a good experience. It was very greasy, lasted a VERY short time (I'm talking an hour max) and did not taste good at all. I would've had to keep re-applying if I actually liked it. Definitely not a good product for me.
The Swivel Stick was a little better. It says to use it for marks, blemishes and rough dry skin--or--to moisturize dry, chapped lips. Living in this aweful, cold climate, my lips get dry very easily. This product definitely worked well. I put it on before bed, and woke up with soft lips. Not sure I'd use it all the time, but that's just me.
I've been using the original cocoa butter formula lotion, and so far the results have been good. My skin has stayed soft and hydrated. It's been recommended by one of my doctors to use anything with cocoa butter for the best dry skin results. So far, I agree!
The Foot Magic cream works well, although it's greasy! The directions suggested putting it on before bed, then wearing cotton socks over it. I did that, but then my feet felt like they were sweating. I ended up taking off the socks in the middle of the night, but my feet were definitely smooth in the morning. They have remained smoother than normal over a few days, so I'm thinking the product is actually working.

Tarte-- Double Dose Berry Boost & Gloss

Tarte

Health Couture

double dose berry boost & gloss

Coolest tube!

Very glossy.
Just a bit sticky.
Long lasting color (some color even after I washed my face)

The best part, it is SUPER moisturizing!

I don't feel the need to obsessively re-apply lip balm while I am wearing it.

My lips also appear smooth.

There's a nice mintyness to it.

Plus, there are all these extracts in it which make it good for you, and tarte helps the environment, so wearing it is like doing a good deed!http://www.tartecosmetics.com/tartegives.html

Pomegranate Punch

Pinkier red than I usually go for, but not so much color as to be overpowering. Lighter red, not a deep or dark color.

Acai Boost

Haven't tried the color in daylight yet, just had to tell this: put it on while sitting around before dinner. Completely forgot about it. Ate, drank, watched the Pistons beat the Timber Wolves... Went into the bathroom to get ready for bed-- lips still have color!!! I am a bit amazed. Will test further, want to make sure it wasn't a freak occurrence;)
Go Go Goji & Acerola Rush
I LOVE these sassy little lip glosses. Last weekend I brought my tube of Acerola Rush with me to a wedding shower. I think I have converted all of the VS Beauty Rush wearers to Tarte! As far as the colors go, Acerola Rush is more of a peach color. Go go Goji is a very sheer pink. Both colors are great for every day wear. I agree with everything Kate and Catherine stated above. By the way, did we mention that it has Vitamin C and Shea butter in it?

Catherine:

Acacia Boost

Love it! This is the best gloss I have ever tried! Ditto Kate's remarks on the cool design of the tube - not only does it look chic, but the applicator is a soft sponge tip - way better than those with the brush (e.g. Stila Lip Glaze). A gentle squeeze and you can see just how much gloss you've got. Acacia Boost is the perfect light berry color. And unlike Stila and others, there is actually noticeable color! Also, good moisturizing, way less tacky, and better staying power than other glosses I've tried. I'm definitely ditching my Stilas for more Tartes!

Pomegranate Punch

Obviously, we love the Tarte Double Dose Berry Boost & Gloss line, so this is just a color review.Pomegrante Punch is a light, cherry red. It's not quite the right color for me - a little too red/bold, even though the color is sheer and the coverage is perfect.

Edit: Okay, scratch that. I tried it again today, and I don't know if the sunshine is affecting my outlook, or what, but today Pomegranate Punch was perfection! I was careful not to over do it, and ended up with a nice, light cherry pink. Mwah!

Jill:

Go Go Goji

The packaging is lurvely. It's very expensive looking and luxe. It's a nice weight and a substantial size. The color is a soft pink with flecks of iridescence. It goes on smooth and the minty taste made me feel like my limps were plumping. I'm not sure if they looked all that different but they felt that way. I really like the head of the gloss too. It's a soft fuzzy brush that absorbs the color well so it can be applied smoothly and evenly. Mama like!

Aftelier-- Chocolate & Saffron Body Oil

Aftelier
Chocolate and Saffron Body Oil
Here's a problem: I put this on my arm & now I want to eat my arm.
It's not overwhelmingly chocolate, like I dipped my arm in some melted chocolate, but it is such a delicious smell. I wish I could post the smell. I feel bad that you are reading this & not smelling the wonderfulness. Mandy Aftel & her team are brilliant.

Add to the beauty of the smell, this body oil absorbs quickly and leaves my skin ridiculously soft.

If I were dating, I would totally wear this if I really dug the boy. Actually, it'd be worth a bad date or two just to wear this!