After trying a few eyeshadow colors from the Rocks! collection, I made the jump completely from the makeup I was using before to Aromaleigh. I used an odd complement of products from a drugstore mineral brand and another drugstore brand, and while I didn't have any complaints, I have no realized that's because I had no idea what I was missing! Aromaleigh works wonderfully on my fair, sensitive, acne-prone skin. I have serious health problems, and like knowing exactly what is going on my skin, and also, down the sink drain at night and back into the environment.

I could stand on the soapbox for awhile, but let's just get on with the pictures, shall we? Here's my before:


I'm a little washed out, but there is some darker acne scarring along my cheekbones, circles under my eyes, and a little splotchiness that I aim to minimize with my makeup. I don' t need to mask my skin completely, just smooth it. I did my normal acne regimen, and put the foundation on after putting the antibiotic lotion on.

Here's the after:


I use 1WL Glissade for my foundation, and have found I no longer need to use a concealer stick as the Glissade gives me enough coverage. I used Iwantcandy and Blackplanet from the Rocks! collection mixed with the Indelible Eyeliner Sealant on my eyes, and an SPF chapstick I mixed myself on my lips. I didn't believe the eyeliner sealant would work when I first used it, but my eye makeup lasts through rain and naps on the couch (my epic naps are guaranteed to ruin other cosmetics). I use the touch up compact sold here to carry a little foundation around, and find I need very little primping throughout the day.

I am so pleased with the assortment or eyeshadow colors. I am not a brown and beige eyeshadow person - and Aromaleigh lets me try out new colors on a whim. I am not exaggerating when I say I get complimented on my eye makeup almost every day, the colors are so fun and vibrant.

I'm a student, working for my university for peanuts, and like I said, fairly ill, so I don't have a great deal of money to spend. Not only is Aromaleigh well-priced, but so much more bang for my buck than other cosmetics I've tried. The eyeliner sealant lasted me 5 months, with me using it every single day. The quality and quantity of the product coupled with the great customer service and knowing I am supporting a conscientious and US-based company has me sold for life. Thanks so much!

Really pretty!

Welcome to Aromaleigh!

You look so fresh and pretty, and that pink eyeshadow really makes your eyes pop!

I agree with the others... such a fresh and pretty look. Thanks for sharing your B & A.

And I also agree with your sentiments about AL exactly— totally blows away the drugstore stuff!

Welcome to the forum!

-Melissa

Beautiful! Your eyes are gorgeous in the pink and I love how you did your liner.

Welcome!

I just love the pink shadow on you!!

you are so pretty, with or without the makeup!
I like how you used a bright pretty eye color but it doesn't look scary at all (and it makes your eyes really stand out)

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Originally posted by MissTat:
you are so pretty, with or without the makeup!
I like how you used a bright pretty eye color but it doesn't look scary at all (and it makes your eyes really stand out)

I always worry when trying a bright shade - but I think it works well as long as I don't go overboard and cover my whole face with it. Thanks so much!

Your before/after photos are great. Thanks for sharing!

You are so pretty, and I love the whole "look" in the after photo! If you don't mind telling us, what are you studying at the uni? I hope it is something artistic

Simply gorgeous... looks like you found a perfect shade of foundation as well!

You look lovely! Nice colors!

I agree about the sealant -- it's fantastic -- the one product I CAN'T live without.
--Natasha

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Originally posted by Tally:
You are so pretty, and I love the whole "look" in the after photo! If you don't mind telling us, what are you studying at the uni? I hope it is something artistic

Aw, thanks! I go to the University of Michigan, and am studying English Renaissance lit. Which is incredibly nerdy, but fun. I get my artsy fartsy in as an editor for the school's literary and fine arts journal.

Hmm, English Renaissance Lit sounds pretty arsty fartsy to me Good luck with your studies! Sounds like so much more fun than my math major (booo!) Post some pics soon if you aren't too busy!

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Originally posted by feepaige:

Aw, thanks! I go to the University of Michigan, and am studying English Renaissance lit. Which is incredibly nerdy, but fun. I get my artsy fartsy in as an editor for the school's literary and fine arts journal.

You're doing something that is much closer to my heart than what I am currently studying (English literature). I've been dying to get into a medieval studies program and get a doctorate in medieval English literature.

Who is your favorite Renaissance writer?


P.S. - You look absolutely gorgeous - before and after! Acne? I don't see it.