The Lipstick League – Beauty Shopping Roulette

Question of the Week: What was your last blind-buy (purchase made without seeing or testing beforehand) and how did it work for you?

Answer: Blind beauty purchases can be so fabulous or so disappointing. Happily, the last time I spun the beauty roulette wheel I was a winner! I’ve been hearing great things about the Chella Tantalizing Taupe Eyebrow Pencil, so I took the plunge – and I love it.

Strong, defined brows are important to me and Chella delivers with this “European-designed mechanical pencil”. A full review, pictures and swatches coming soon, but for now Chella is offering a great Mother’s Day discount! SAVE 20% OFF your next order with the code: MOM20 – sale ends at midnight 5/8/16. Now get shopping!

Readers – Do you make “blind” beauty purchases? Tell us about your last one!

Please note: not all Lipstick League posts are cruelty free.

My Newest Addiction – The Viseart Theory Palettes are kind of a big deal right now and Laura is professing her love for Cashmere via her review and swatches.

Nouveau Cheap – Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8th, and if you’re scrambling for a last-minute gift idea or you’re reading this after the 8th and just want to treat mom (or yourself), I have some great suggestions for every budget!

Olive & Ivy – I’m hopping on the anti-aging bandwagon with this super hydrating night cream… I only wish I had found it sooner!

Phyrra – Looking for witchy and unusual makeup? Check out the Best Gothic Makeup Brands. You won’t believe some of this packaging!

Prime Beauty – is getting her fruits and vegetables in the form of the new Too Faced Sweet Peach Eye Shadow Collection. Is it as sweet as it’s fruity namesake? Find out!

we heart this – If you’re ever in southern California, this is the spa resort you MUST visit…(home of the best massage I’ve EVER had!)

Beautygeeks – has ALL 42 shades of the new Essie Gel Couture nail polish collection launching this June, plus a video tutorial with application tips to up your DIY mani game. Come see!

Beauty Junkies Unite – Amber found a makeup removing cleansing balm that melts your makeup off like magic! See why she’s loving it.

Blushing Noir – Check out the MAC x Chris Chang Collection, make your list and check it thrice. You’ll want this one for the packaging alone!

Clumps of Mascara – Quick! Mother’s Day is right around the corner and if you need something for the beauty loving mama in your life, we’ve got you covered.

EauMG – All week, Victoria has put the spotlight on a new luxury perfume brand created by Hollywood’s favorite floral designer, Eric Buterbaugh. “Seven Days of Eric Buterbaugh Florals” started with this stunning lily-of-the-valley perfume.

Gouldylox – I’ve discovered the most youthful “blush” ever (and it’s not really even a blush.) If you are over 30, you need this in your kit.

My Beauty Bunny – Even the most seasoned makeup addicts can have issues when it comes to falsies. Need some help? We’ve got some tips and tricks for How To Apply False Lashes like a pro!

(Wondering what the Lipstick League is? Find out here.)

My Newest Addiction is Currently Craving: Hair is kind of a big deal and nobody understands that more than Jen Atkin, hairstylist for the Kardashian clan. Her line, called Ouai, is making big waves and Laura wants all of it after trying the Texturizing Hair Spray.