Back to Work FOTD with Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy
Today I’m feeling excited!
It’s my first day at a new part-time position in downtown San Francisco and I want to look (and feel!) amazing while still keeping my budget in mind until I land something full time.
As I head back into the workforce this morning after getting laid off last fall, I decided on a few goodies by Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy. Channeling my inner Recessionista, everything I used rang in at less than $11 per product.
Having never used Sally Hansen Natural Beauty makeup products before, I was surprised when I fell in love with everything! Can I just tell you what an awesome value these are?
Starting with the Instant Definition Eye Shadow Palette ($7.99 US) in Storm. This palettes comes with three beautifully milled and uber pigmented shades of gunmetal, soft ivory, and a shimmery grayish brown (very similar to MAC Satin Taupe that I love from their holiday palette).
With a defined lid, contour and highlight shade clearly labeled, makeup artist Carmindy really kept simplicity in mind and ease of use when she created these. The finishes are very soft and easy to blend; I was able to finish my eye makeup in 5 minutes flat.
To keep my face looking light and fresh with the deeper eye, I wore Natural Beauty Powder Blush ($10.99 US) in Cherub, a coral pink shade that really made my cheeks pop.
Like the shadows, these are jet milled making them super soft. I only needed a little on the apples of my cheeks to get a great flush, so be careful not to go to town with these – and remember to blend!
Finally, I topped my lips with Natural Shine Lipgloss ($7.99 US) in Sugar Plum, an intense berry with a hint of shimmer. I want to describe these as a lipstick/lipgloss hybrid. The gloss lover in me appreciates the texture and finish of a gloss with the coverage of a lipstick.
What do you think of these budget-friendly beauty buys? I’m really diggin’ them, Recessionista or not! 
I hope you’re all having a great Wednesday. I’m getting ready to head out the door to catch the BART downtown – wish me luck!
PS – Fun fact of the day: I let the Boyfriend choose all the makeup colors I wore today. Does he have an intuitive color palette or what?
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On January 28th, 2009 Arianne said:
Pretty! I don’t think we have the Carmindy line in Toronto, but I really like that shadow palette.
On January 28th, 2009 Karen B said:
Looks great
On January 28th, 2009 Shefai said:
I have the Storm palette and I love it!! I agree with you, this line of products really is awesome and a total steal! Great FOTD! Good luck on your first day!
On January 28th, 2009 Elaine said:
I’m so impressed! That line looks wonderful on you. Thank you for telling us of this line. I’ll be looking for it the next time I’m out shopping.
On January 28th, 2009 Decorative Diva said:
Very pretty! Gratz at the job!
On January 28th, 2009 Elaine said:
I almost forgot. Congratulations and good luck with the new job!
On January 28th, 2009 gio said:
This look is so pretty!
Congrats and good luck with your new job!
On January 28th, 2009 Sasha said:
Ooh, I’m loving the way those look! I’m pretty sure some of the SHNB products were on sale the last time I was at CVS, but I skipped them in favor of a few other 50% off goodies. I’m definitely going back!
On January 28th, 2009 Karrie said:
You look great!
I’m going to have to check out the SHNB products when I get the chance.
Have a happy first day at work!
On January 28th, 2009 Janet said:
Oooh, so pretty. I’ll have to try this line now. Good luck on your first day!
On January 29th, 2009 Lilan said:
Hi Arianne,
Bummer they don’t have Sally Hansen in Toronto. Have you ever purchased online?
On January 29th, 2009 Lilan said:
Thanks Karen B!
On January 29th, 2009 Lilan said:
Hi Shefali,
Isn’t it awesome? Do you have any other shadow palettes from them that you love? I have a couple more that I can’t wait to try so I’d love to hear what your favorites are
On January 29th, 2009 Lilan said:
Hi Elaine,
This line is definitely worth checking out! I can’t wait to play with more products and keep an eye out on new stuff. I heard they are coming out with a few new things later this spring, yay!!
On January 29th, 2009 Lilan said:
Thanks Decorative Diva!!
On January 29th, 2009 Lilan said:
Hi gio,
Thanks so much!
Do you currently use any Sally Hansen beauty products?
On January 29th, 2009 Lilan said:
Hi Sasha,
What goodies did you pick up for 50% off? I’m always looking for bargain buys at Rite Aid and Walgreens too
On January 29th, 2009 Lilan said:
Hi Janet,
Thanks so much!! Hope you had a great Wednesday as well
On January 29th, 2009 Kaycee said:
I love that look on you! It’s a very polished pretty work look. I’ve heard alot of good things about the Carmindy line, definitely have to check it out now, especially that eyeshadow palette since I lurrrve satin taupe. Goodluck at your new job!
On January 30th, 2009 Lilan said:
Hi Kaycee,
Isn’t Satin Taupe pretty?? I’m glad I’ve got this one now so that I don’t have to be so conservative with it, LOL!
The Carmindy line is awesome, check it out girl!!
On January 30th, 2009 Marisol said:
Congrats on the job! So happy for you.
You look great. I am sure you kicked some a$$ on your first day.
On January 31st, 2009 Sasha said:
Lilan,
If I remember correctly, some of the 50% off products included SHNB Fast Fix Concealer and Always Perfect Liquid Eyeliner, as well as some of the lipglosses (I’m guessing the Natural Shine ones?).
Also on sale for 50% off were Maybelline Expert Wear blushes, CoverGirl TruShine lipsticks, various Milani items (lipsticks, lipglosses, a couple Glimmer Stripes and nail polishes), Revlon Make a Sheen Lustrous Shadow quads, Revlon A Floral Affair Sheer Powder blushes, I believe their Mix & Mingle lipglosses and a few Revlon ColorStay and Super Lustrous lippies, and that’s all I can remember (it was 2-3 weeks ago).
P.s. Good luck at your new job!
On October 11th, 2009 Kimberly said:
The Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired By Carmindy cosmetics line is the best makeup ever and available at great prices. So, forget those expensive brands, this line is all you will need. I love it!!! Not enough women have heard of these great products, but try them; you are going to love this line!