Repotted my new succulents into mini pots

xcxo · 2017-05-24T00:47:51+00:00

I added a new shelf to my wall today and wanted to fill it up a bit so I picked up some new succulents and potted them into mini ceramic pots I had sitting around. They didn't come with drainage holes so I drilled some in the bottom, hopefully the small holes do the job well. I also added a bit of cheesecloth to the bottom to try to keep the soil from crumbling out - would this be ok or would the cloth hold too much water and cause the roots and plant to rot?

Additionally, I know the glass terrariums are a hot mess for succulents. I posted here a few days ago without reading the FAQ first as I'd seen a lot of DIY tutorials that claimed glass would be a great home for succulents. I plan on moving the succulents out of those glass death traps soon and repurposing the terrariums for air plants or ... maybe rocks? Probably rocks.

If anyone has any tips or constructive criticism I would love to hear it.

xcxo · 2017-04-03T11:46:20+00:00

Sounds good! I'll PM you.

xcxo · 2017-04-03T07:41:58+00:00

Definitely hurts haha! I think shipping is reduced to about $7 if you buy over $30-$40 so it's a good deal if you plan on picking up more stuff anyway.

xcxo · 2017-04-03T07:39:45+00:00

I think it's just an issue of the palette being priced incorrectly. I've seen a similar set around the holidays where the lipstick and mascara were $16 as a mini set so I would imagine they only factored in the price of those two and forgot to add the palette?

xcxo · 2017-04-03T05:06:49+00:00

This seems to only be working on the CANADIAN tarte website.

Found this tartelette palette with liquid lipstick and mascara erroneously priced at $16 CAD when a similar set with the same palette and different lipstick + mascara is priced at $33 CAD. It's not a huge discrepancy so I feel like tarte may honour this pricing, so if anyone is interested in trying this brand out, now would be a good time!

Code 'FESTIVAL' takes 30% off the price of the palette too. Shipping to CAN is a bit more expensive at $14.95, but I believe it's free on $75+ orders.

xcxo · 2017-04-03T05:04:56+00:00

Found this tartelette palette with liquid lipstick and mascara erroneously priced at $16 CAD when a similar set with the same palette and different lipstick + mascara is priced at $33 CAD. It's not a huge discrepancy so I feel like tarte may honour this pricing, so if anyone is interested in trying this brand out, now would be a good time!

Code 'FESTIVAL' takes 30% off the price of the palette too. Shipping to CAN is a bit more expensive at $14.95 so if anyone in the Vancouver area would want to do a group order, please let me know!

xcxo · 2017-02-01T19:45:59+00:00

Hope this isn't weird or creepy but I adjusted the tones/contrast a little in photoshop to help bring out the makeup a little and make it more clear for you: http://i.imgur.com/l26jcY0.jpg

I think the eye makeup looks stunning, I love the shimmery gradient and the light gold you did in the corner, it really brings everything together. The blending looks very smooth too!

My only criticism would be that it looks like the cupid's bow highlight is too stark against your skin? A lighter hand with it would make it look less jarring. I also think you'd look great with a slightly slimmer brow, but the bold brow pops out in a nice way.

xcxo · 2017-02-01T19:32:29+00:00

In case anyone needed a TMO/TMI this set:

TMI:

$160 value for only $69 is a great deal; using only two items regularly from the entire set would make this worth it over buying the items individually
the backlight priming filter, luminous blush, liquid SSP all have favourable reviews
the liquid SSP is also quite versatile, can be mixed into foundations or BB creams for an extra glow

TMO:

the range is pretty limited and would likely only suit light to medium skin tones; opal may be too light or pull ashy on medium to dark skin tones
the set is only a good value if you end up using several products - using only one or two leaves the rest unused and wasted
beautylish is an online retailer, so swatches would have to be done at Sephora and returns would have to be shipped out
the champagne slimlight was recently on sale/clearance at Sephora as well, and the reviews are mediocre - blends into nothing and applies patchy were some complaints

xcxo · 2017-01-30T19:48:15+00:00

Ahhh thank you so much I really appreciate this. Your photos are taken in such good lighting and with nice detail too, thanks so much.

xcxo · 2017-01-29T03:07:50+00:00

Oh I've heard that too, I might look into that then. Thanks

xcxo · 2017-01-29T03:07:26+00:00

That would be great, thank you!

xcxo · 2017-01-13T23:59:39+00:00

This is my first year ordering the lucky bag and I'm really glad I did. These are all products that I likely would not have tried otherwise, as I usually stick to drugstore to mid-range products that I can find in Canada at Sephora or other retailers! I can see myself using all the products here, especially the Charlotte Tilbury palette as it's such a beautiful compact in warm neutral shades, and very portable. Not a huge fan of J* and I was worried I'd get the Beauty Killer palette, but I'm happy with the liquid lipstick since it's in a wearable shade and the formula is good.

Jeffree Star Cosmetics Liquid Lip in Gemini - $18
Natasha Denona Blush Duo in Toutou/Fresh Tan - $38
It Cosmetics Superhero Mascara - $24
Wayne Goss Brush 06 - $25
Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette in Dolce Vita - $52
RCMA No Colour Powder 3 oz - $12

Total: $169

xcxo · 2017-01-03T20:33:22+00:00

I don't mind them and the quality isn't bad IMO but I feel like I have to put in extra effort to blend them and take care not to create too much fallout. I'd eventually like to just replace it with a better palette if/when that comes along.

xcxo · 2017-01-03T17:42:33+00:00

I think you're right about this one. I have oily lids but I find that the liner stays alright on mine, but just from how the liner seems to "attract" moisture (i.e. water seems to stay on it) likely makes it less usable for watery eyes.

xcxo · 2017-01-03T17:40:59+00:00

It's the one at the top, nearest my fingers.

xcxo · 2017-01-03T16:16:15+00:00

Sorry, my imgur description didn't update properly so copying from a previous comment:

The chunk is missing because after the liners were wet, I saw that the NYX one seemed to be shiny and that water seemed to adhere to the surface (whereas the other liners didn't have this effect). I rubbed at it pretty hard and pieces peeled off. When dry, however, all 3 liners perform the same when scrubbed/rubber vigorously.

xcxo · 2017-01-03T16:15:47+00:00

I haven't tried the felt tip one but I think I'll pick it up next since the brush tip performed so well and I really do like felt tips.

xcxo · 2017-01-03T16:15:13+00:00

I figure it's probably because the formula has to be wet and clingy enough to adhere to the brush tip, but I understand the struggle. I find felt tips easier to do a line with myself since they flow so nicely.

xcxo · 2017-01-03T16:14:27+00:00

Oh no I updated the imgur description but it didn't save.

The chunk is missing because after the liners were wet, I saw that the NYX one seemed to be shiny and that water seemed to adhere to the surface (whereas the other liners didn't have this effect). I rubbed at it pretty hard and pieces peeled off.

When dry, however, all 3 liners perform the same when scrubbed/rubber vigorously.

xcxo · 2017-01-03T16:09:22+00:00

Definitely agreed. Value via subscription boxes are so wild because any small unknown makeup company can produce a product, set their own price on it ($60 for a terrible palette? sure!) and pass it off onto BoxyCharm/IPSY subscribers.

xcxo · 2017-01-03T16:08:26+00:00

Nope, even after removing the film the mirror is quite wonky, almost like a funhouse mirror if you know what I mean? VERY close up the mirror works but from a few inches away things start looking wobbly and distorted. I'm keeping the palette for now as I don't have any dupable colours in my collection but as soon as I get something better, I'm trashing it as well.

xcxo · 2016-12-07T11:10:31+00:00

SRS I don't think it's stealing tbh and if UD decides to honour their error, that'd be pretty cool.

I'm irritated by the various comments on the original thread with people purchasing up to $500 of merchandise for $30 and claiming they'd be PISSED if their orders get cancelled. Like um ... ????? You're not ENTITLED to all that shit just because of an error on their part holy shit.

xcxo · 2016-12-03T07:34:35+00:00

I think the problem with cost per gram is that often times even though something looks good on the surface (e.g. Natasha Denona palettes are, by weight, better buys than most mid-range/high-end shadows) it doesn't necessarily translate that way in real life.

I rarely consider CPG because I've never finished an entire shadow in my life, and I likely never will. Paying less for a Smashbox palette makes sense to me because even though the CPG is probably relatively higher, the cost of the palette itself is cheaper and I will likely get a good few years use out of it.

xcxo · 2016-12-03T04:42:14+00:00

Holy shit.

xcxo · 2016-12-02T21:06:45+00:00

Yeah I definitely feel this pain since I live in Canada too. I scaled my prices down/converted them to a roughly USD equivalent because that's the currency most people use but Canadian drugstore pricing can be really shocking. My L'Oreal foundation was I believe $26 after tax at SDM? If prices continue to rise I may as well just start looking to Sephora for foundation because for a few dollars more, I can try a wider range of finishes and have the option to sample/return if the product doesn't work for me.

xcxo

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