I love trying out new makeup, so when Mary Kay asked if I’d like to review some of their products, it was an easy decision! My makeup arrived in this pretty black box with a beautiful pink ribbon. Let’s open it up and start reviewing the products!
I received a combination of Mary Kay bestsellers and some of their newest products. I am a HUGE fan of lip gloss, so I was very excited to try out the different shades.
The first product I used was the TimeWise® Microdermabrasion Set. This is a two-step skincare regimen that “fights fine lines, refine pores and achieve beautifully smooth skin.” I’ll take it!
I also tried the new Mary Kay® TimeWise Repair™ Volu-Firm™ Eye Renewal Cream. It was very pampering. It has a cool metal applicator that feels great during application. My skin feels soft. I’m not sure my fine lines have gone away, but I like the glow that the product gives to my skin.
Here are the four lash products I received. I’ve never used a lash primer before, and I have to say that I am sold. The primer conditions and lengthens the look of your lashes and helps your mascara have a foundation to build upon.
Below you can see what my eye looks like before and after using Mary Kay® Lash Primer and Ultimate Mascara™ in Black. What a difference!
And yay for the Mary Kay® NouriShine Plus™ Lip Gloss in Café Au Lait, Rock ’n’ Red and Mango Tango. I was uber-impressed with how much color I received from the gloss. Typically glosses are much sheerer in color and it can be difficult to find one that is vibrant.
In these pictures, I am only wearing the lip gloss, with no other product on my face. You can see how much color the gloss adds!
And I have saved the best for last for you. The mineral makeup! I don’t typically wear a lot of eyeshadow, and I was honestly nervous about trying any eye shadow color other than brown. However, I really loved the Mineral Eye Colors in Golden Vanilla, Truffle, and Lavender Fog. You can see some of the colors in the cute Mary Kay Compact Mini pictured below. This is an ingenious refillable magnetic compact that allows you to easily customize your look by filling the compact with three mineral eye colors and a Mary Kay Cheek Color. There is even a hidden tray underneath the magnetic well to store your applicators!
And here is my complete Mary Kay face.
Would you like to try out some Mary Kay products? Tell me your greatest beauty tip in the comments below for an opportunity to win a fabulous Mary Kay gift basket, courtesy of BlogHer
Rules:
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This giveaway is open to US Residents age 19 or older. Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.
The Official Rules are available here.
This sweepstakes runs from 11/19/12–12/31/12.
Be sure to visit the Mary Kay page on BlogHer.com where you can read other bloggers’ reviews and find more chances to win!
I was provided with Mary Kay products to use and review, and was compensated for this post, however all opinions are my own.
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Debbie B says
i tweeted here; https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/285962543560794112
Debbie B says
i’d love to try Mary Kay! Best beauty tip – always take your makeup off at night before going to bed!
Rosemary ford says
I would love to try the lash primer My best beauty tip is
plenty of water get plenty of sleep and never go to bed
with makeup on
My tweeter @rosemary ford
Sexyrosemama917@gmail.com
anash says
Tweeted:
https://twitter.com/anashct3/status/285893035093540864
Thanks for the chance to win!
email: anashct1 [at] yahoo [dot] com
anash says
a beauty tip that i received was to put vaseline on your hands and cover with cotton socks overnight forsoft hands! Thanks for a super giveaway!
Betty C says
I always do a patch test before trying a new product. I’m allergic to most products and this has saved me several times.
Norma says
Drink lots of water, get lots of sleep, and SMILE!
LAMusing says
My best tip is to emphasize your eyes OR your lips, not both. This keeps you from looking over made up.
Lisa Garner says
I Tweeted: https://twitter.com/lisalmg/status/285603011538067457
lisalmg25 at gmail dot com
Lisa Garner says
My best beauty tip is to use an under eye concealer because it really helps make your face look younger.
lisalmg25 at gmail dot com
latanya says
apply a good primer before applying foundation
dlatany at gmail dot com
Debra Ford says
Over the years, the best advice that has helped me long term to to use the best moisturizer you can possibly afford – now that I’m older, I go for the best serum I can afford!
Kate says
Use a little dab of toothpaste before bed on a pimple – cheapest and best zit cream ever!
Amy Tong says
tweeted:
https://twitter.com/uTry_it/status/284210320128499712
amy [at] utry [dot] it
Amy Tong says
The greatest beauty top I’ve learned is put on a moisturizing mask before putter on makeup. The foundation will absorb much better.
Amy [at] utry [dot] it
Madeline says
Tweet link: https://twitter.com/shala_darkstone/status/282282520127623169
Madeline says
My best beauty tip (that I learned the hard way) is: don’t overpluck your eyebrows!
Wild Orchid says
tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/281932847558832129
Wild Orchid says
My favorite beauty tip is to put a little white eyeliner along the inner corner of the eyes to make them appear bigger.
Thanks for the cool giveaway!
Rebecca Graham says
Buy makeup with sunscreen.
Kerry says
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/280130801063051264
Kerry says
My best tip is to use the clarisonic facial cleaner – I love it!
Lanay says
My favorite beauty tip is to exfoliate your lips by lightly brushing them with a toothbrush!
delia c says
I love Mary Kay. I love the eyeliner, lipsticks, and would like to try that mascara. Thanks for a chance to win!
michele says
I like going out with at least mascara on.
rondah says
https://twitter.com/rjs682/status/276866684692877312
rondah says
use vasoline as a lipgloss
Lynn says
Haven’t used Mary Kay for quite a while but I remember loving my lipstick and nail polish. Be fun to try a few products again!
Cindy C says
wear as little makeup as possible
Tina M says
https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/276057425721839616
Tina M says
drink lots of water and wash your face everyday
Maria Cantu says
always use moisturizer and sunscreen
Hannah Q says
I’ve really enjoyed their products before! There’s nothing like a little eye makeup to make me look more alive!
Sara McManaway says
December 3, 2012 at 12:25 am My greatest beauty tip is….. if nothing else is possible, running late to work, school, not time for primping….Always keep a multi-use product (bb cream or powder/foundation combo compact) , a good tube of Masacra and a eyebrow/eyeliner 2in1 pencil handy as well as a neutral tinted gloss…. 4 products make you look alive anytime anyplace on the go
Mary M. says
I tweeted here too
https://twitter.com/marybug2/status/274874212009795584
Mary M. says
I have one tip, get plenty of rest. Your skin needs it.
marybug2@yahoo.com
Amy Swanson says
I love their skin care. The oil free hydrating gel is most favorite product ever 🙂 I also love lip gloss and would love win more! Thanks
Jen G says
I love the Mary Kay TimeWise products!! My beauty tip is this: even if you have oily skin (like me!), you should still use moisturizer every day, even in the summer. If you deprive your skin of moisturizer, your skin will produce MORE oil to compensate. That is the opposite of what I want!!!
Thanks for the great give-a-way!
Jen
Jill D. says
I’ve been using MK products for about a year now and am hooked. They are great. I love the microdermabrasion, their timewise moisturizer, and foundation primer. I’m finding that the best things for my skin are pleny of rest, washing twice a day (especially a night), drinking plenty of water, and making sure to wash all my brushes! Thanks for hosting this!
Marie says
My beauty tip is to use sunscreen and moisturizer every day! Thanks for the giveaway!
Ti says
Eat and drink healthy and get plenty of rest! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
Tracy Clements says
My best beauty advice is to moisterize w/SPF and remove makeup every night…And and additional tip is to just smile, it increases you “face value”.
Annalea says
I love Mary Kay, but haven’t tried any of their new stuff for years and years. Here’s hoping I win! ;o)
Melody says
It’s not always about your face. I love Mary Kaye
Satin Hands ,vanilla sugar, it’s a hand scrub that makes your hands soo smooth.
Kate F. says
If your mascara is low, put a drop of water in it to make it last longer.
AJ says
Would love to win!
missy says
I have never tried Mary Kay but have been wanting to. I’m Peri-menopausal and my skin is changing and I need to find a line of make-up that will work with my skin instead of just covering up.
Carolyn G says
If you have oily ski, use rubbing alcohol to clean it
Erika says
My best tip is simply washing my face every night without fail!
chambanachik at gmail dot com
Victoria says
My greatest beauty tip would be to cleanse and use moisturizer daily. You need to start with fresh clean skin before you apply your makeup.
Lisa Brown says
https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/271678070157631488
jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com
Lisa Brown says
Greatest beauty tip: don’t stress. Stress is so hard on skin and can prematurely age you.
jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com
Julie says
drink tons of water. that is the best thing you can do for your beauty.
Jen says
What a great chance to try product company I have only heard of. Love the dea of the mascara and lip gloss the most. Thanks, Beth and Happy Thanksgiving.
Karen Medlin says
I use a moisturizer under my makeup and switch out in summer months to wear a sunscreen under my makeup instead. It does the same trick and doesn’t dry my skin
Olga says
I used to know a Mary Kay gal, and she would sell me cool lipstick and foundation, which matched my skin perfectly. Wpould be great to return to Mary Kay:)
Thanks!
Annette says
I like Mary Kay , I have wasted more money trying to match my skin tone. They will let you try it on and help guide you in the right direction. It lasts along time, a little goes along way. It’s good stuff!
Alyssa Hult says
My best beauty secret is a good foundation and drink lots of water! Thanks for the entry!
Victoria says
I love MK makeup. I have very sensitive skin and this is the only product I can use that won’t give my face a rash. I hope I win these great products…I would use each and every one of them. My best tip is to use the Oil Free Makeup Remover every night to take off your makeup. You don’t have to rub your eyes hard to get the mascara off. Just put some of the remover on a cotton ball, hold to your eye for a few seconds and wipe away gently. It takes everything off. AMAZING!!
Thank you for this wonderful opportunity!
Amanda @ the Bay Bush says
I just started wearing MK again. I love the mascara!
Karen J says
Great make up. My best tip is good care of your face before the
make up makes the difference.
Sherry says
Hi Beth, I would love to try these Mary Kay products…thanks for the chance. The beauty tip I always follow is to wear sunscreen every day.
Susan says
Thanks for a chance to win… I Love Mary Kay and just found a rep where I work 🙂
A great beauty tip: Get rid of old make up and clean your brushes.
milly says
Used Mary Kay years ago when eye shadow was paint! Love to try the new line.
Lyndee says
I don’t know if I have any tips worth sharing. Definitely start with moisturizer!
Jen M says
I don’t know much at all about makeup but I’ve been looking for a good mascara that stays on my eyes and doesn’t rub off under them, but still doesn’t irritate my eyes. My most used makeup tip is: less is more.
Stacey M says
The Cafe Au Lait is so pretty! I’ve never tried eyelash primer, but if you say you’re sold, I’d give it a try. Thank you for the opportunity to win products! 🙂
Debra Bartlett says
I’ve only used marykay makeup once a long time ago,but i would love to give it another try.My makeup tip is always use waterproof mascara,eyeliner and eyeshadow that way if my eyes water i still look pulled together..
Terry says
My beauty tip is get plenty of rest, and never go to bed with make up on.
Jenny B says
Tweeted:)
https://twitter.com/scrapmommie25/status/271073340410712064
Jenny B says
Love MK lip balm and eye gel:) My tip? Hmmm take care of your skin:)
Joyce Ostermiller says
I have used Mary Kay for years. It would be great to review some of the newer products that I haven’t tried yet.
Diane says
I love their eye liner and the creamy cleanser and scrub!
Charla says
Since the age of 15, I have used an eyelash curler prior to mascara. I have also found that if I heat it for about 20 seconds with a blow dryer it works even better. Great giveway!
Stephanie Scott says
I love Mary Kay but never seem to remember to buy it! My favorite tip is to use an eye shadow primer it makes a huge difference. I’ll have to look into the lash primer next. Thanks for the chance to win:)
Rebecca Justice says
Haven’t tried Mary Kay in years, maybe it’s time to try it again.
jessica w says
I tweeted too
https://twitter.com/jessrwarfield/status/271019772282560512
jessica w says
I would also love to try the mascara, I have never used primer before!
Robin Bonvino says
Moisturizer before bed and Moisturizer with SPF during the day each and every day!!
brittany says
Greatest beauty tip? BLUSH! I never used to wear it, but it wakes up my face so much and just makes everything look so fresh. Even if I’m going out without makeup on, I usually will have some blush swept over my cheekbones!
Caryn says
That mascara looks totally awesome! My eye lashes just came in and I’d love to show them off!
Lucy says
I love Mary Kay! My tip is that “less is more” – let your natural beauty shine through!
Christine says
The new MK products look and sound much better than I remember. I’d love to try some of these new products!
CaraRose says
My tip: Always start with a clean face and always always curl those eyelashes. Thanks Beth
Julie M. says
Mary Kay makes a product called ‘Satin Lips’ that I absolutely can’t live without. Once you use this, your lips are left incredibly soft and smooth which in turn creates a flawless pallette for your lipstick or gloss. My tip would be to use ‘Satin Lips’ throughout the winter to help combat dry lips 🙂
the cape on the corner says
i think eye shadow primer has to be my favorite beauty “tip.” there’s a new ulta that opened near me, and i’m determined to give them all a go and finally know the best one.
Jennifer says
If you don’t have time to put on a full face of make-up, at least apply lip gloss and mascara. It definitely makes me feel more confident in public. Also it’s so important to find a moisturizer appropriate for your age/skin type. And drink more water! Healthy moisturized skin is the best foundation!
SEan says
Great giveaway. This would definitely add to my makeup collection which isn’t very large.
Alina says
Only have had the opportunity to try MK makeup once. It would be nice to win this giveaway.
Judy says
I used to use Mary Kay but haven’t in a while. Looks like they have totally updated their products and I would love to try them. Thanks for the chance.
marlo boyce says
I have sold AVON for years and was just introduced to some Mary Kay mascara and LOVED it. I would love nothing more than to try out more of these products. I see a switch happening ;O)
Amy says
I have very oily skin so my beauty tip is to use an oil blotting sheet mid-afternoon to keep my face looking fresh and not shiny.
Laura M. says
fun! My greatest beauty tip…if nothing else… wear mascara! 🙂
Emily says
I have always been a fan of mary kay…so winning this would be awesome!!
Liz says
I use eyeshadow and an angled brush for doing eyeliner. It keeps me from pulling on my delicate eye skin.
Kristina Sloan says
I never used to be a fan of mascara because it just seemed to be too much trouble and make no difference. When a friend of mine suggested I add mascara to my daily makeup routine, I decided to try it out. Now, even if I don’t wear eye shadow or blush, I always put on my mascara.
Debra Jenkins says
I haven’t used MK in a while but still have some of the pallets for eyeshadow . My favorite beauty tip eye and face primer, the difference is like night and day it should be a staple in everyone’s bag.
Beth says
Great job of reiewing the products.
Kyra says
Be yourself. Makeup is an enhancement, so that doesn’t mean you should look like a totally different person.
Lindsay says
My BEST beauty advice is to use tinted moisturizer instead of foundation. Foundation is heavy and settles in all the fine lines while tinted moisturizer just lightly camoflauges the “bad” stuff.
Tara says
My favorite MK product is the mineral foundation. Love it!
Soji Larson says
I’ve loved Mary Kay makeup since I was a teenager. It’s a great line and I’d love to receive some. 🙂
Cindy says
Very Nice! Love that mascara and Cafe Au Lait lipstick! Best tip ..to keep your Cafe Au Lait on while eating…never let your lips drag across the eating utensil!
Rebecca Feucht says
Probably my best tip is holding the mascara wand vertically when applying to lower lashes. Also, choose to focus on your eyes, or your mouth but not both together. Simple is best! Thanks for the contest
Chris N says
My beauty tip: Drink lots of water, get enough sleep (haha), and if you can’t do anything else just curl your eyelashes, throw on some mascara and put on a little lip gloss.
Nettie says
Would love to win Mary Kay products, as I used to use them & currently do not. Best beauty tip: get dressed to the shoes every day, right after making your bed 1st thing! Making ur bed & being dressed is an attitude tool which minimizes age & enhances self value. 🙂
Melanie @ Only A Breath says
I tweeted! https://twitter.com/MelanieAnneTN/status/270938536545484800
Melanie @ Only A Breath says
I would LOVE to try out some Mary Kay products! Thank you for the opportunity!
Sarah B. says
My greatest beauty tip is to take care of your skin. Healthy skin gives your face a natural, vibrant glow 🙂
Katherine S. says
I used to love Mary Kay’s night cream but they stopped making it! I would love to try the products again and am thankful for the opportunity to enter this giveaway!
Marcia Gzym says
I have never tried Mary Kay products before, but your before and after pictures make me think I should try them.
Melissa Foust says
I love Mary Kay. I use to sell it a long time ago. My favorite beauty trick is using a shimmery light color right in the corner of your eyes. Makes you look more awake!
Lori H says
I would LOVE to try Mary Kay products! Thanks so much for such a great giveaway!!
Stephanie says
Thank you for the giveway.. I love Mary Kay products! Hope I win 🙂
Tracey says
I tweeted.. https://twitter.com/traceygorham/status/270933629830582273
Tracey says
Great review! It’s been years since I’ve considered Mary Kay but now I may need to check it out again…love the Café Au Lait lip gloss!
Angie Nichols says
I love Mary Kay products and I have to agree to use a Moisturizer daily! Love the Time Wise products as well from Mary Kay!
Cindy Riley says
A bit of mascara goes a long, long way! I hope, hope, hope I win this great giveaway!
Dee E says
My best advice is to, moisturize, moisturize.
Heather LaMartina says
You are so pretty! My beauty tip: NEVER sleep in your makeup!
Deb Young says
I have never tried Mary Kay products………..
Suzi says
My best tip is “just Do It!” Put some make up on, even a little helps a lot. I feel better & do not procrastinate about running errands or getting embarrassed when people come to my door!
Sally says
Your makeup looks beautiful…I love the color of the lip gloss! My beauty tip is to wash your face every night before you go to bed & MOISTURIZE!!
Sally
Michelle Wright says
I would like to try Mary Kay. And Moisture is the key.
kariann says
I would love to try some Mary Kay! My tip is to gently apply concealed….patting places, rubbing removes.
Thank you for being a gracious hostess Beth.
Heidi V says
Vaseline…for your lips. Best (and cheapest) way to get nice soft lips. I use it every night before bed.
Cynthia says
Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize!
Kristin @ Little Corbin Hill says
Tweeted
https://twitter.com/lilcorbinhill/status/270896529861136387
Kristin @ Little Corbin Hill says
My greatest beauty tip here lately is to use an eyebrow pencil! I was amazed at the transformation it made to my face =)
Terri says
Love Mary Kay make up!!! … Especially the TimeWise cleansers!!! Thanks for the opportunity !! Terri
Erin Buchanan says
I have never tried MK………….I would be delighted to! Thanks for this chance. ~
Amanda Mae says
Love MK!!! My biggest beauty tip – eye primer! Use it before putting on shadow and you’ll have no ugly creases by the end of the day 🙂
Catherine says
I don’t know a whole lot about makeup, but my biggest tip would be to start with a clean, moisturized face.
kathy says
I would love to try any of these products. I’ve always heard good things about Mary Kay. My best tip – an eyelash curler. It makes a huge difference!
Margie Visnick says
Thanks for the chance to win-the biggest beauty tip I have is something my mom always taught me-everyone looks better with a smile!
Christina @ Christina's Adventures says
Looks beautiful, Beth!! I’ve been a MK consultant for a few months now, and I seriously looooove their products. The microdermabrasion and the eye cream are some of my favorites for skin care!! But I seriously love the lip glosses too – the Cafe Au Lait is one of my favorite “everyday” colors 🙂
Suzi Moore says
Trying to figure out how to put URL link here. Have tweeted two different things but can’t get a URL except a link to my tweet account. Hope this shows you I’m trying :). https://mobile.twitter.com/srmoore613
LB says
When I was very young (10? 12?) I heard some supermodel say that if you spend more than 5 minutes putting makeup on in the morning, you’re doing more harm than good. It may seem silly, but I’ve abided by that my whole life (exceptions made for fancy nights out, of course) and I really think it’s worked for me in terms of making me look decent while keeping the vanity in check.
Suzi Moore says
This looks great! I used to wear MK, but stopped when I started staying home with the kids. I loved it then, and I’m sure it’s even better now!
Heather says
I love Mary Kay makeup! That’s what I used for my wedding.
My favorite makeup tip recently has been BB cream – I finally tried it and don’t want to ever go without it again!