Sweating is sexy...melting is not. Hiking adventures and L'oreal infallible eyeshadow review.

The foliage reminded me of fruity pebbles.

Happy Thursday makeup addicts!

Hope everyone's work week is flying by. I was lucky enough to have a few days off this week. It has been relaxing which is all I can really ask for. It's so important to take time for you, to get back into a healthy directive. Tommy (the fisherman bf) has been off from work  too which is an added bonus because I feel like we haven't had much time to spend together last month.
My soul is constantly craving progression through balance. Unfortunately, this is my hardest obstacle. Here's a few examples, I have completely submerged myself in beauty products within the last couple of years but, the amount of cooking that I do has decreased.  I have been devoted to being a good "kitten care taker" to Comet and Nova but I my attendance at the gym has decreased. It's time to really push myself over the next few months so that 2017 has a great running start to success.
Anyway, I went on an above decent hike yesterday with my bestie and her adorable daughter, Hana and their pup Harley. Hana is a year and a half so we clearly needed to bring baby supplies. This was great for adding to our workout. One thing I love about time with my friends is everything is positive and due to that we are always having fun no matter what hurdles lay before us. In this case it was literal hurdles in the form of tree trunks and a baby carriage but we worked it out by working out. We got to the place that is titled "White banks" in our town and walked around the beach. Bridget, always teaching, was showing Hana different forms of life in nature and how they are all sacred and useful (side note: all of my friends have amazing energies). We took some pictures of the fall foliage and the changing landscape in our area due to the dry summer we just had. We thanked mother earth for her gifts and made the trek back. I think every year in October I will take a week off. It's really the best month of the year. During this hike,  I sweated some and was splashed some but to my pleasant surprise my makeup (because I am overdressed for life) stayed put! So well in fact I felt that I needed to share.

Bridget and Hana Rose

                                                          

Makeup Review Time!!!!!! (why you're most likely reading this after all)
L'oreal Infallible 24hr eyeshadows!

Retails at drugstores for around $6.99

Let me start by saying that this is not a new product but, I think it is so amazing that I felt it needed a written review.
Packaging: This product is packaged in small pots, made to maintain the moisture in the product. Although not included in the picture above the shadows have a twist off cap and a plastic guard underneath that compacts the shadow down.  The plastic guard is the only annoying part but it does serve a purpose.
Application: When applying this product it is best to use your fingertip. If you have super long nails then you could use a flat makeup brush although I found that this does not pick up the product that well. The texture is that of a loose powder that turns to cream when spread on your lid. Try to apply in more of a stamping/blotting motion rather than swiping. Swiping the product will not carry the pigment and cause fall out. The result is quick and noticeable. It gives an instant opaque shimmer to any area of the eye you want it!
Wear time: The best part about this product! I know that it markets as a "24hr shadow" but most brands are exaggerating when they say that. This product did perform amazing! Lasting a whopping 16 hrs of no smudge or crease! The pigment held up well and was only starting to fade a bit after laying down on the couch before showering last night. I definitely put the durability of this product to the test yesterday and it didn't disappoint one bit.
Final impression: If it wasn't already clear by the start of this review I LOVE this product and strongly recommend it to my fellow beauty mavens. It is long lasting, easy to apply and very affordable giving you the most bang for your buck!
As always thank you so much for reading and if you ever need any makeup tips or ideas then follow me on instagram as well! @metal_mermaid31 My instagram!  I am forever trying and modeling new looks on there for all to try! Love you guys keep that inner light aglow! xoxo

I used the shade Iced Latte for my inner corners and Lid. Shimmer for days!!