It's November! Which means its time to get an early start
on your Christmas shopping and this year Quo has a beautiful array of
gifts to make gift giving easy. Since the holiday collection is very extensive, I will
be showcasing a few sets over the next several weeks to help you choose the
perfect items for friends and family.
There is something traditional and exciting about seeing a
pull-cracker sticking out of your stocking on Christmas morning and the simple
joy of popping it open to reveal the surprise brings out the kid in all of us. The
Hidden treasures Cosmetics Crackers come three per box for $18.00 (just $6 per
gift!). Each cute little package contains an eye shadow duo and mini lip gloss.
The eye shadow compacts include a light shade paired with a deeper
hue and both have sheer, subtle finishes. With a good primer I was able to
achieve coverage bordering on medium saturation but the effect can be soft and pretty
when applied well. The pigments aren't rich or intense but they are usable for
quick looks and the texture is light and smooth.
The other crackers include deep brown and champagne + brown
and cream duos. Without some sort of base or primer for adhesion, the colors are susceptible to transfer or
fading and heavier layering may be required.
The glosses are simple, sheer and neutral which anyone can wear. I would have
liked a bit more color for the season but for shine and moisture they work. The great thing
about these cute pull-crackers is that you can add a few more goodies to them before
gifting and I think there is just enough space for a couple small makeup items
and a candy treat!
For the lipstick lovers on your list, the Luxury Lipstick
Wardrobe includes 4 matte shades ranging from nude, soft pink, plum and bright
red. The packaging is very elegant and
the color pay-off varies from sheer, medium and full coverage with the bright red and plum
appearing most vivid.
The lightweight, creamy formula enriched with mango butter
is smooth and conditioning for supple comfort and no feathering. Although
I may not get much wear from the sheer nude, the shades are quite pretty and using a lipstick
primer helps minimize transfer. This set retails for $30.00.
The Quo Holiday Collection is available exclusively at
Shoppers Drug Mart
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