Swirlgirl
Well-known member
Re: Coastal Scents 28-pan Neutral Palette
I have recently become a complete CS addict. (And I agree that Specktra should have it's own Coastal Scents sub-forum.
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I have purchased the neutral palette, the 88 matte/satin palette, several mica powders, and a couple of brushes. I am super-duper happy with the palettes - - the color payoff is excellent and the colors blend like a dream. I'm NW 20 and have had no problem with the colors showing up - although I do think a couple of the shadows in the Neutral Palette are a bit on the chalky side (but the good ones far out-number the just-okay ones). The black cases they're in are a bit on the flimsy side (both of mine are the matte cases) and I wrestle a bit with them to get them open - I'm afraid I'm going to drop it and have the shadows shatter. I'm also not used to working with big ole palettes either and I'm a bit of a klutz anyway.
I ordered some 1 oz. micas and they're HUGE. I was not expecting so much product - I'll need to find some smaller jars to put them in - some of the textures are a bit chunky, but some are really fine and smooth. I honestly cannot believe how inexpensive they are - I wasn't expecting much for the price, but I was surprised - - I'm sure I'll pick up more of these when the budget allows. I think these are at least temporarily putting my pigments on the back burner. I really like the Duocrome effects of the couple I ordered.
I agree with the brushes just being okay. I am spoiled with great MAC/Bobbi Brown brushes so these didn't impress me too much - - but for someone just starting to get into makeup or someone who is trying to build a brush collection I think these would be a good start. I've read a lot of mixed reviews about the Badger brushes - the only one I purchased was the Italian Badger Blender and I think the 217/222 are far superior, it was too soft and not very dense - it was harder to work with. And beware - one of the eyeshadow brushes I bought was tiny - I'm not just talking short handles, but tiny, like the kind you would find in a cheap makeup palette.
I'm jealous that Tish got free shipping - I've ordered twice and not had that offer! Lucky girl!
The free samples are fun too (I got a Crimson glitter sample and a Swiss Chocolate eyeshadow sample). I don't know what is up with their shipping -- One order I placed on a Friday and it was at my door Tuesday and the other order took 10 days from the time I ordered to the time I received it. But maybe it is just the holidays. And my own impatient nature. It won't stop me from ordering again.
I would love to hear everyone's thoughts - - I have been pretty impressed thus far.
I have recently become a complete CS addict. (And I agree that Specktra should have it's own Coastal Scents sub-forum.
I have purchased the neutral palette, the 88 matte/satin palette, several mica powders, and a couple of brushes. I am super-duper happy with the palettes - - the color payoff is excellent and the colors blend like a dream. I'm NW 20 and have had no problem with the colors showing up - although I do think a couple of the shadows in the Neutral Palette are a bit on the chalky side (but the good ones far out-number the just-okay ones). The black cases they're in are a bit on the flimsy side (both of mine are the matte cases) and I wrestle a bit with them to get them open - I'm afraid I'm going to drop it and have the shadows shatter. I'm also not used to working with big ole palettes either and I'm a bit of a klutz anyway.
I ordered some 1 oz. micas and they're HUGE. I was not expecting so much product - I'll need to find some smaller jars to put them in - some of the textures are a bit chunky, but some are really fine and smooth. I honestly cannot believe how inexpensive they are - I wasn't expecting much for the price, but I was surprised - - I'm sure I'll pick up more of these when the budget allows. I think these are at least temporarily putting my pigments on the back burner. I really like the Duocrome effects of the couple I ordered.
I agree with the brushes just being okay. I am spoiled with great MAC/Bobbi Brown brushes so these didn't impress me too much - - but for someone just starting to get into makeup or someone who is trying to build a brush collection I think these would be a good start. I've read a lot of mixed reviews about the Badger brushes - the only one I purchased was the Italian Badger Blender and I think the 217/222 are far superior, it was too soft and not very dense - it was harder to work with. And beware - one of the eyeshadow brushes I bought was tiny - I'm not just talking short handles, but tiny, like the kind you would find in a cheap makeup palette.
I'm jealous that Tish got free shipping - I've ordered twice and not had that offer! Lucky girl!
The free samples are fun too (I got a Crimson glitter sample and a Swiss Chocolate eyeshadow sample). I don't know what is up with their shipping -- One order I placed on a Friday and it was at my door Tuesday and the other order took 10 days from the time I ordered to the time I received it. But maybe it is just the holidays. And my own impatient nature. It won't stop me from ordering again.
I would love to hear everyone's thoughts - - I have been pretty impressed thus far.
