Let's Talk: Better Than Sex Mascara ... REALLY?

Been quite some time since I've posted a beauty post. So sorry about that! But, isn't getting ready for the holidays fun? And when I say "getting ready" I really mean shopping! 😁

So, I know people have reviewed and tried this mascara for a long time now, and most people like it. It's called "Better Than Sex Mascara" by Too Faced Cosmetics.

Mascara is one of those makeup items that can really make a difference, but there are SO many! I have to admit, this is the first time I purchased a luxury mascara, although I have tried several as samples. The reason I purchased this one is because of the way the Waterproof Better Than Sex Mascara wore. I have a sample of that one. Both are only made in the color black (at least at the moment).

Without Flash

With Flash

"Better Than Sex Mascara" claims to have "1944% more volume" (how in the heck did they get that number?!?), "93% saw base-to-tip curl, 100% saw dramatic volume, 100% saw longer lashes, and 90% saw dramatic length with one coat." It has an hourglass shaped brush which is interesting to use.

Now, I'm not so cheap that I squeeze a quarter until the eagle screams, but I'm not too keen on buying a mascara for $23.00 (although I'm quite sure I bought this on sale, with a coupon, or both!). When I tried the "Waterproof Better Than Sex Mascara", I really liked it. So, I decided to buy the regular version here:  https://www.toofaced.com/p/mascaras/better-than-sex-mascara/ .

Here is the progression of the application of this mascara. You'll have to excuse my horrible pictures...I'm not a professional photographer and don't have a great camera...yet. 😉

No Mascara

One Coat

Two Coats

So, as you can see, it did volumize and add length to my lashes. I was afraid to put another coat on in case it clumped, but I bet it would have lengthened even more. It's a good mascara! I really like it, and think it does a lot. Does it do more than a drugstore brand? I don't know, but I'm going to search for a dupe because it is too expensive for mascara. I don't have enough money to burn a wet mule, so the search is on!

Random silly face wearing Too Faced "Better Than Sex" Mascara

P.S. Is this mascara really better than sex? Depends on your definition of what sex is...and, for those of you who don't know, an Arkansan asked that question back in the 90's. 😊

Music For and From the Soul

Things ain't been great at the Nest, so I haven't posted in a long time.  I was dreading this time of year (holidays and birthdays) after my mom died in January.  However, it's not as bad as I thought it would be, and time truly helps heal all wounds.  But, my father made a discovery that made things a whole lot better around here for me.

Some people think Southerners just like Country music, and that's far from the case.  Southerners love all kinds of music.  Music is an important part of our lives.  I love to sing, play the piano, and strum my ukulele (although it's hard to do all three together! LOL!).  I met many of my long-time and best friends through music.  I was in a couple of small-town musicals, in the high school band, and in the high school chorus.  Most of those people I met back then are still my friends to this day, and I thank God for each and every one of them.

One day, I heard this beautiful song. The singer's voice was magical. It touched me so much that I found myself tearing up, and heading toward the living room (where the music was coming from).  My father was listening to a duet of "Pie Jesu" (no, not like a bakery good...it's Latin) by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Oh, I could carry ON about Mr. Webber and his talent, but for now, I'll stick to this one song and one of the singers.  The singer was a South African opera singer by the name of Kimmy Skota.  Apparently, she can sing jazz, soul, and gospel as well.  Well, of course she can!!!  She is SUPER talented.  Unfortunately, I guess she doesn't perform like she used to do.  But, you know the internet is FULL of stuff, and she continues to entertain through it.  Her voice is effortless perfection, sweeter than a peach.  Here is the video my father was watching on YouTube from André Rieu Channel:

Now, some of you may not know one lick of Latin (myself included), so I found the English translation to this song. Not only did this video make me cry, but the translation...TORE.ME.UP.!!! Please read them and the story behind the song here.

Oh, yes, the other singer, Mirusia Louwerse, is amazing as well, but the next song that my dad played sealed the deal on my love of Kimmy Skota. This song reaches it's most awesome part toward the end, but the song is amazing as well...lots of feels here, y'all!  Here is the video on YouTube from Emmanuel TV Channel:

So, I guess this post got a little longer than I thought it would, but that's typical, isn't it? I wanted to share this beautiful person and music that touched my heart when I needed it most. Ms. Skota, if you're out there and somehow find this post, thank you. Beauty is truly everywhere.


P.S. I have LOTS of makeup and nail stuff to post about, so I'll be posting more real soon!