Hello lover!

With the recession (which is ruining my life!) one thing that I've majorly given up is even walking into Sephora. I used to go in at least once a week to browse, keep up to date on any new products, and I'll admit it...play with the makeup! Hey, I spend enough money in there that I don't feel bad one little bit. But about 6 months ago or so with the economy in the crapper and my bank account following, I had to give up these trips because the temptation to buy was just too great. So when I walked into a Sephora yesterday for the first time in literally months (to buy their amazing $3 dual eye pencil sharpener) I felt lost and surprised at how many new products really have been released.

The best of which: Fresh's new Firebird Mascara. Their Supernova Mascara has been my splurge of choice for some time, but I think they may have outdone themselves with Firebird. The Firebird Mascara claims to give lashes an alluring "feathery" look. Upon trying the in-store sample after a long day at work, my eyes instantly looked more awake and demanded attention in a very subtle way. This mascara has a creamy consistence and goes on very smooth, creating great length and def no clumps. How do they do it? After using Supernova for years and now trying Firebird, I'm now convinced that Fresh somehow injects a little bit of magic in each tube of mascara. There's no fancy torture-like brushes, no foundation layer of white gunk, no vibrating wand, just damn good mascara in a pretty teal tube. At $26 (one dollar more than Supernova) I couldn't splurge on Firebird this time around, but it has absolutely made my beauty must-have list and will a justified purchase for my bridesmaid look at my bff's wedding next month! If not for being a broke recessionista, I'd be all over this ish pronto!