Product Review: Physicians Formula Neutral Palette

I  had been eyeing this palette for quite sometime in our drugstore here in Canadia, but chose not to purchase it because it is quite small and for the size, I think it's quite pricey. In Canada, it's about $18 and I was iffy on that because I had never used their eye shadows before.

I was in the states a few months ago and saw this at Target for only $8.00! I knew I had to get it, so I picked it up with a few other things.

I have been using this palette for months and I LOVE it so much. This is definitely my favourite neutral palette at this moment in time. These shadows go on smooth, and they have amazing color payoff! They're shimmery and great for day or night wear. You can lighten it up or darken however you prefer. The great thing about Physicians Formula palettes is that they are wet/dry application - wet for a more intense, dramatic effect and dry for a more softer look. This allows me to use the black colour on the far left as a liner, by simply dampening a liner brush and applying it to my waterline. I have oily skin and find it very difficult for eyeliners to stay put and this does the job well.

The one thing that I dislike about these palettes is the size of shadows (little more than half a cm). Some are bigger than others, and for the tiny ones it's a little difficult to use without mixing it with the colour on the other side.

They have recently come out with 4 more new palettes that I have so far only found available in Canada at Shoppers Drug Mart. I made a trip to the states and was unable to find these at either Target or Walgreens, which I was really disappointed in. I'm generally used to products coming out in the states first.

Definitely found a winner, though I have to take off points for the varied size of shadows!

Rating: 4/5

xoxo Rae

Physicians Formula Neutral Palettes in CANADA!

I was in the states a few months ago and I picked up a PF Neutral Palette for about $7.00 (compared to $18.00 in Canada) and I absolutely fell in love with it. I have a review for it coming up so keep an eye out!

I was just walking through the drugstore yesterday afternoon and I wish you all could have seen the almost comical way in which my eyes LIT UP when I saw 4 NEW neutral palettes from Physicians Formula. ERMAHGERD! I promise I will never say that again. I am SO incredibly stoked to try these!

Physicians Formula Classic Neutral Palette

Physicians Formula Natural Neutral Palette

Physicians Formula Warm Neutral Palette

Physicians Formula Smoky Neutral Palette

There is probably a little bit of overlap with these 5 palettes, but all the same I absolutely cannot wait to get my hands on these. I love and use the regular neutral palette almost every day and they just look amazing on and they blend really well.

I took a trip to the states this passed weekend only to find out that the area that I went had none of these palettes. I was quite disappointed that I wasn't able to get my hands on them yet!

More shockingly, I went to a Walgreens and they had no PF available AT ALL!?! I was hoping to pick up a tube of PF Conceal Rx since we don't have it available anywhere in my city and wasn't able to find it in any of the stores that I looked in. All over disappointing trip for Physician's Formula. 

I am still SO SO SO crazy excited to get my hands on these!

xoxo Rae

Physician's Formula breaks out a skincare line!

New Skincare Line!

A few months ago I was looking for a good moisturizer for my combo/oily skin and while on a trip to the states I stumbled upon a moisturizer by Physician's Formula in a CVS (I think ha). Physician's Formula for anyone who doesn't know is cosmetics especially for sensitive and acne prone skin. I have used their foundations and pressed/loose powders before and was not disappointed! So on with it...

PF has 3 skincare lines targeted toward 3 different skin concerns: Aging, Moisture Balance, and Sensitivity & Redness.

Aging
Wrinkle Corrector & Firming Cleanser - Rich cream cleanser that removes makeup and impurities while visibly smoothing skin. The cost of this product is $12.97 in Canada and available at Walmart.

Wrinkle Corrector & Firming Moisturizer SPF 15 - Potent moisturizer instantly enhances skin's firmness, hydration and radiance. SPF 15 protects against damaging UVA / UVB rays. Luxurious and lightweight formula improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for an overall smoothing effect. This product is listed at $22.97 CND and is available at Walmart.

Ultra Wrinkle Smoother Day & Night Cream - Ultra-rich cream fights the look of wrinkles for younger-looking skin. Wrinkle length and depth appear improved with regular use. Listed at $22.97 CND and available at Walmart.

Wrinkle Eye Smoother Cream - Potent cream targets the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in the eye area. Moisturizing formula promotes elasticity and firmness to improve the appearance of crow's feet and puffiness. Illuminating properties improve the appearance of dark circles. Listed at $22.97 CND.

Dark Spot Corrector & Skin Brightener - Potent serum targets visible signs of uneven skin tone. Antioxidant formula can help inhibit the appearance of uneven pigment formation. Specialized ingredients target surface darkening and exfoliate it away. Listed at $24.97.

Firming & Toning Booster - Skin firming serum improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Promotes elasticity, helps plump skin and visibly improves tone and texture. Listed at $24.97 in Canada.

Moisture Balance

Hydrating & Balancing Cleanser - Gentle foaming cleanser removes pore-clogging impurities while infusing skin with hydration for clean, balanced and comfortable skin. Listed at $12.97 in Canada.

Hydrating & Balancing Moisturizing Lotion - Oil-free moisturizing lotion replenishes skin's hydration and eliminates flakiness and tightness. Lightweight formula helps protect skin's natural moisture barrier. Listed at $22.97 in Canada.

Ultra-Hydrating Day & Night Cream - Ultra-hydrating cream replenishes skin's moisture balance day or night. Soothes even the driest skin to improve tone and texture, leaving skin feeling soft and hydrated. Listed at $22.97.

Hydrating Eye Cream - Nutrient rich eye cream provides intense moisture in a lightweight, refreshing gel-cream formula. Diminishes the appearance of dark circles, fine lines and puffiness in the eye area. Listed at $22.97.

Sensitivity & Redness

Sensitivity Relief Cleansing Lotion - Ultra-gentle, lightweight cream formula cleanses gently without stripping skin of its essential moisture. Moisturizes to provide relief to dry, red and irritated skin. The cost of this product is $12.97 in Canada and available at Walmart.

Sensitivity Relief Moisturizer - Extra-gentle, oil-free lightweight moisturizer soothes dry, itchy and flaky skin, while helping to protect and condition it. The cost of this product is $22.97 in Canada and available at Walmart.

Sensitivity Correcting Moisturizer - Extra-gentle, oil-free lightweight moisturizer soothes dry, itchy and flaky skin, while helping to protect and condition it. Correcting Green Tint delivers a sheer wash of color to neutralize the visible appearance of redness. The cost of this product is $22.97 in Canada and available at Walmart.

Skin Calming Spray - Lightweight mist provides soothing relief to dehydrated skin. With just one spray, skin is calmed and refreshed. The cost of this product is $22.97 in Canada and available at Walmart.

Personally, I use the Hydrating & Balancing Moisturizing lotion to keep my combination skin hydrated and I love it. I don't feel like it makes my skin greasy or oily. I use this product only at night to put moisture back into my skin and I use a lighter moisturizer for the day!

xo Rae