Coastal Scents 36 Smokey Eye Palette VS BH Cosmetics 28 Smoky Eye Palette

Coastal Scents 36 Smokey Eye Palette VS BH Cosmetics 28 Smoky Eye Palette

So! Many of the palette's Coastal Scents and BH Cosmetics carry are very very similar (some say they are the exact SAME palette's just with different names. I have yet to purchase 2 of the "same" palettes from both companies so I can't really say 100% but I can say, for example, the 28 neutral palettes look identical.)

These palette's are different. Perhaps this is where the name change comes into play? Coastal Scents take's the traditional "Smokey Eye" spelling while BH Cosmetics drop's the E with "Smoky Eye."  

Word is: Each Palette is an EXCLUSIVE to their company. So! Let's do a quick comparison so you can decide which is right for YOU.

(BH Cosmetics 28 Smoky Eye Palette VS. Coastal Scents 36 Smokey Eye Palette  Comparison)

Some Quick PROS/CONS to each!

BH COSMETICS

PROS: Large Pan Size, Palette includes Mirror and 2 bonus applicators, Includes Matte, Satin, Glitter and Shimmer Shadows, Has multiple darker shadows with more finish options *key for the smokey.. SMOKY eye.* More of a neutral selection for those who want a more classic smokey eye or aren't too into color!

CONS: Less color options: No brights.

COASTAL SCENTS

PROS: More color options, Palette includes Matte, Satin and Shimmer shadows, is laid out into 6 color-coordinated sections designed to make the smokey eye easy for you.

CONS: Smaller pan size, No Glitter Shadows, No Mirror or Bonus Applicators.

Coastal Scents 36 Smokey Eye Palette Review and Swatches

Coastal Scents 36 Smokey Eye Palette

During the Coastal Scents back to school and 8/8 sale's I snagged a TON of their palettes. The one I was most excited to get was teh 36 smokey eye palette. What is cool about this palette is it is arranged in 6 sets of 6 eye shadows that are to be paired to create the perfect smokey eye.

The first of the 6 include's a very fall feeling orange/brown combination (top left). The next 6 are Yellows and Greens, followed by Purples. The first 6 on the bottom row (bottom left) include a set for the perfect neutral and CLASSIC smokey eye, then a set of 6 for a blue smokey eye and lastly 6 to create an awesome pink smokey eye. Here is the diagram and description from CoastalScents.Com!

"Section One: Golden oranges, rich browns, and a neutral highlight to create a more natural smokey eye look.

Section Two: Shades of vibrant green, lemon yellow, and deep chocolate brown for an earthier look.

Section Three: Pastel lavender to deep plums for a sultry violet look.

Section Four: Shimmery silvers, matte black, and a sheer highlighter for a more common smokey eye.

Section Five: Lively blues and aqua for an Avant-Garde look.

Section Six: Vivid pinks, iridescent highlighters, and a matte black shade with red sparkles for a vibrant smokey eye effect."-CoastalScents.Com

What I like about this is each set of 6 includes everything you need. From Matte to shimmer and from Neutral to Bright: you're set! Not that you can't combine any that you'd like of course! But this makes the palette great for makeup newbies and people who find the smokey eye a bit challenging (though many of us think it's a classic, and it is.. It's not always the easiest for every eye shape to pull off!) 

For example: My brown eyes and pale complexion make it hard for me to pull off the all over smokey eye look. My eye's get lost! I have to use a lighter color on the inner corner and usually to mid-lid in order to pull the look off. For anyone feeling the same way, try it with a lighter color in the middle and use the "Cut-Crease" method (cutting the crease is when you shade ABOVE your crease as opposed to the usual in the crease: this creates the illusion that your eyes are larger and brighter! It's my favorite technique I ever learned and I use it almost every day!)

OKAY, back to the palette! When I received it I imaged it to be a bit larger. Though the pans are larger than the classic 88 palette's I somehow thought they would be the same size as the 28 neutral palette (which have pans that are sized comparable to MAC pans). There is still enough shadow to last you for quite a while. Plus if you are a collector of the coastal scents or BH Cosmetics palette's you are aware that they are sweetly priced and come with enough color options that every palette will give you many options and last you forever: and will never break the bank!

Onto the swatches!

(Coastal Scents 36 Smokey Eye Palette Swatches)

Like every large palette (and every brand!) there will be some hits and misses. This palette is exactly what I typically expect from Coastal Scents which is MORE hits than misses. The matte's are a little tough but totally workable. The shimmers are smooth and bright. I believe I paid under $13 for this palette which equates to about .37 cents a shadow. CRAZY.

RATINGS:

PRODUCT: 4/5 (Way more hits than misses. Once I use it more I might update this!)

PACKAGING: 5/5 (I'm a sucker for palettes! Easy and Fast!)

PRICE: $13-$19.95 (Depending on sales! Totally worth the price!)

WOULD I BUY AGAIN?: Yes! If needed. :)

xo.

CLICK HERE to purchase the palette! You can also check AMAZON! You might find a better deal there. :)

Coastal Scents 88 Palette and 28 Neutral Palette Review and Looks

Coastal Scents 88 palettes!

I recently received my coastal scents haul consisting of the 88 metal mania palette, the 88 warm palette, the 88 shimmer palette, the 88 mirage palette and the 88 prism palette. I haven't used them all yet. But I am pretty fond of the warm palette and metal mania so far!

Here is a look I did using the Metal Mania palette!

I got the 28 neutral palette a little while ago and have had a little more time to use it. Here is a look I did using the 28 neutral palette!

Very simple, but very wearable! This palette is MOSTLY hit's which is so great. This palette was only $1 more than the price of 1 MAC shadow. (I love MAC, so I am not hating!) BUT.. 28 shadows that work well, in comparison to 1.. and ALL in one palette. I used to think too good to be true. Nope. It's just that good! haha.

I will add more photos and reviews as I continue to use the palettes. :D

You can order ALL of these palettes on AMAZON or the COASTAL SCENTS website. :)

Favorite Beauty On A Budget Beauty Products

I have been asked many time's what my favorite products are. I admit to (at one point) being a total brand snob but have since realized there is no point. There are some really, really great makeup brands out there that won't cost you an arm and a leg! I'll be honest I haven't branched into drugstore brands for EVERYTHING just yet. I am still married to MAKE UP FOREVER Smokey Lash Mascara. I'm not a huge lipstick or blush wearer so until I dabble more in those I will go with what I know. :)

PRIMERS!

Favorite Affordable Face Primer

ELF Mineral Infused Face Primer

(PRICE: $6)

I am pretty smitten with this primer. I tried it on a whim after running out of my MAC prep + prime! I, like many smart phone girls, googled it as I was standing indecisively in Target haha. it had better reviews that my MAC primer did! So for $6 I gave it a try. LOVE.

Favorite Affordable Eye Shadow Primer:

NYX White Shadow Base

(PRICE: $6-$8 depending where you purchase!)

I have been a Urban Decay Primer Potion girl for many years. I have been doing a lot of colorful looks again these days and wanted to try something that would make the color POP! This certainly does the trick! It works well with any shadows though; not just colorful ones. I haven't experienced any creasing and it seems to keep shadow/sparkle fallout to a minimum.

FOUNDATION!

REVLON Colorstay Foundation In Ivory

(PRICE: $10)

I had heard a lot of girls rave about this foundation. It's been many years since I have strayed from my normal MAC studio fix. I was forced when the day came that I was too pale for any of their shades and my normal shade was making me look yellow. No good. Right before purchasing this I invested in Make Up Forever's HD foundation: which yes is pretty great. BUT I did decide to give this a try and I am glad that I did! It's a nice heavy coverage but it doesn't FEEL heavy. It really does stay on all day.

EYELINER!

Elf Liquid Liner

(PRICE: $1)

Okay. This seemed too good to be true. A good liquid liner... FOR $1?! FO' REAL DOE?! No really. It dries quickly and doesn't flake. It's $1! I had been using (and still often do!) MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack so I thought I would snag this lil' ELF liner for $1 to practice my liquid liner skills. I was pretty stoked. I am hooked!

ELF Waterproof Eye Liner Pen

(PRICE: $1)

Same thing. FO' REAL DOE. I could ramble and ramble but this pen.. Dries fast, and stays put!

Blackheart Liquid Liner

(PRICE: $5)

Found exclusively at Hot Topic this liner has a slight shimmer to it. I like the brush and it's easy to apply. :)

EYESHADOWS!

Elf Eyeshadow

(PRICE: $10-$20 for the 100 color palette. $1 for single pans or quads at Target!)

I know, I know. ELF AGAIN. But it's honestly the best (and amazingly cheaply priced) drugstore brand out there. For many years it was only sold online but is now avaliable at Target and Walmart. I actually found this palette for $9.99 at Burlington Coat Factory! Big Lots also has been carrying some ELF products lately for GOOD prices.

Revlon Diamond Lust Shadows

(PRICE: $4-$5)

Super sparkly and the fallout is minimal. I have only purchased the Starry Pink but I am loving it enough that I feel the need to purchase the rest. When do I NOT feel the need to purchase makeup?! ANYWAY.

Coastal Scents 88 Palette's 

(PRICE: $16)

Over the years this is another palette that I assumed was WAY too good to be true. 88 shadows for about $16. Whatever. I passed so many times but with my whole ELF awakening I decided to give it a try. I am loving it! I actually purchased the rest of the 88 palettes and the Smokey eye palette during the $8.88 flash sale. They are supposed to arrive tomorrow. EEE. I also ordered some brushes. I will let you know how those are soon!

COASTAL SCENTS FLASH SALE!!

Such a deal!  CLICK HERE to take advantage of this awesome sale tomorrow morning 8/8!!