Initial Reaction: Hair Extensions (synthetic fiber) - picture heavy & rambles~

I seriously need to get my Best && Worst of 2010 (products & life happenings) up, but I keep on getting distracted with other posts/ videos or homework >< Anyways one of the "worst" things that happened in 2010, was when I impulsively cut my hair, I usually get over things like this quickly, but how it looked was seriously upsetting me. So I decided I NEED extensions, while browsing online, I came across Luxy Extensions (160g $140, 100% remy hair free shipping) sounded like a decent price, and the reviews I researched sounded good!!! but then it dawned on me... I've never had hair extensions before, is it really worth it? forking over $140 on a product I may or may not like/ use. So back to browsing it was... while on ebay I came across bfcompany's store, they offered synthetic fiber extensions that were of "better quality then those in the market" & with a mini sale (Original: $22.99USD "sale" $19.50 ish) I committed, and purchased the 20" 14pc dark brown hair extensions. I ordered on January 17, product was shipped on Jan 18 and arrived it on Feb 2~ It took a day over 2 weeks to arrive from Korea with free shipping (any purchase over $19 unless otherwise stated) It arrived in a bright purple plastic package (no picture...it would just be a purple rectangle), on the customs slip it stated (hair accessory, gift, $10)  kinda smart IMO, it would kinda suck if I got taxed lol! (but since I'm not a major online shopper, I'm not sure if most companies do that or not =p) Anyways with this purchase I crossed off making an "ebay purchase" on my NYR list (which I also have to post ><) I'm finally done rambling *applause* lol on to the pictures and my initial reaction~

(removed plastic cover)

(I had a little trouble un-clipping the clips, but only because i stupidly didn't know how to open it!! lol)

(taken from bfcompany's product page)

Comparing the pieces I received with the company picture, one can CLEARLY see the difference in hair given (but it was expected, so not surprised) When I first opened the package there were a couple hairs that fell out, but that was also expected so no problem with that either. The color I ordered was dark brown, and it was the color I got/ imagined it to be~ The hairs are extremely soft and feel nice between my fingers, in fact it was softer then my real hair (shame on me lol) it kinda feels like "typical straight soft/ minimal-damaged asian hair" I've already tried them on (sorry no pics) , it was fairly easy to clip in and they seem to blend seamlessly with my real hair. The store was also easy to maneuver around, and the only problem with the store, is that some of the prices are in USD while others are in AUD.(bidding & buy it now options) Other then that I'm really happy with my purchase (paid $19.85 CND, buy it now option) but this is only my initial reaction, I'll be doing a more in-depth review when I've used it a decent amount of time. 

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p.s i changed my mixpod, new songs *claps*

Mini Dollarama Haul

from L to R

- Blue Raspberry Sour Whips (for my bro) $1

- John Frieda Root Awakening Strength-Restoring Hair Spray $2

- Cosmetic Sponges $1.25

- E.L.F eye shadow brushes x2

- Werther's Original Assorted $2

When I first picked this up, I was very excited but I misread the label... I originally thought that this was a strength restoring leave in spray, but unfortunately it's a hair spray, which is a product I rarely use... but I do own the rest of the collection, so I'll be doing an overall review of it later, maybe my opinion on it will change.

I've finally found the E.L.F eye shadow brushes after hearing about them from fellow Toronto bloggers for the longest time, but guess what? lol I purchased 2 of the same brushes just in case I couldn't find them again && they're different sizes, the one on the right is slightly wider && shorter!!!

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Tutorial: MBLAQ's Thunder Cry MV inspired eye make up

there are more pictures in the video =]

ENJOY the video!!!

Products used are also in the video~

Sorry I deleted my full face shots for this look~

Don't forget to check out the original music video, it's a good song ft. cute boys lol =]

As mentioned in the video, I'll also be doing Lee Joon's look...

here's a sneak peek if you will... (not really... haha)

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i didn't lie... I'm wearing the Lee Joon eye make up here... but I don't think that's what you're looking at!!! haha I consider it my best purchase of 2010 =D 

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Collective Haul: SDM, Sephora, Beauty Star, BBW

  I’m doing a collective haul today...this haul was from before the holidays so I’ve used most of the products already, but not long enough for reviews~ But I will be having reviews up as soon as I figure out an outline, I'd also like to apologize ahead time that my first handful of posts might be very jumpy, still getting used to blogging... i've only had two posts lol!

[The prices in green are the prices I paid, the ones in purple are the original prices...&& all prices are in CND]

Downtown Shopping (Eaton Centre area)

 

from L to R

• China Glaze Nail Lacquer with Hardeners - 879 Sugar Plums [$3.99 - $8.99 or $9.99]
• Essie Nail Polish - 725 Pretty Edgy [$3.99 - $5.99 or $6.99]

I got the two nail polishes for $3.99 each, from the reject bin!!! I'm not sure why they were there in the first place... since they were in good condition, purchased from Toronto Beauty Supply Shop?(it's one block from eaton centre... I'll find the full name the next time I go, it was the first time I've ever gone in, even though I've walked past it a million times before)

• Make Up For Ever HD Foundation - 118 [$45 i think]

One of my favorite foundations =D it's my second bottle ~ (Sephora)

• St. Ives Element (fresh skin) moisturizing olive scrub [with olive oil] [$7.99 - $9.99]

I have the cleanser, and it seems to work great, so I got the scrub... so far I'm liking it!!! 

• Garnier Herbashine - 415 Dark Opalescent Brown [ $6.99 w/ $2 off coupon = $4.99]

I swore I wouldn't dye my hair... but that little vow never goes far lol!!! It was on sale && I got a coupon... so I had to get it =p

Prize from a TDHally's giveaway

this isn't part of the haul, but i met up with her on the same day so TADA!!! 

This was my first time winning a giveaway and actually receiving the prize so it was REALLY exciting. There was actually a little mix-up when she announced the winners because there was another "Steph" that contacted her saying she was the winner and she didn't check so she sent her the prize, then when I contacted her she realized it was the wrong Steph, but she gave me a prize nonetheless! So nice... I've also purchased items from her facebook shop The Doll House Shop before and had a really good experience, great customer service!!!

The next couple items were all from Beauty Star~

(when shopping at pmall/ pacific mall you have to be careful when you're buying products because some places sell fake stuff)

    

- My Beauty Diary Masks - Black Pearl, White Bulgarian Rose, Japanese Cherry Blossom

 $13 a box -  3 for $30

- Skin79 Diamond Collection Prestige BB cream [$22 - $30]

Beauty Star carries a wide variety of asian products and offer them at a decent price point (NO TAX =D) && the last couple times I've gone, they've always had specials!!! 

Bath & Body Works

- CO Bigelow Green Tea Whipped Body Mousse [50% off $7]

- CO Bigelow Green Tea Body Cleanser [50% off $7]

- CO Bigelow Triple Hot Chocolate Lip Shine [ 75% off $2ish]

I rarely purchase products from Bath & Body Works at full price, since they always have sales!!!

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It's been less then a week and I've already posted 3 posts (including this one) *pats self on back* 

but I feel like I'm neglecting my youtube...&& I'm not sure why my font sizes keep changing 0.o please let me know if this was too wordy for a haul post...

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