Expect Great Things from American Beauty and Flirt! by Kohl’s

Posted by Lauren DiLello on April 23rd, 2010

Sure we “expect great things” from Kohl’s, but what about great cosmetics? With the spring/summer makeup trends in full bloom, we put the store’s exclusive American Beauty and Flirt! products to the test.

American Beauty’s Pink Gingham Look Kit ($30) is a set of two eyeshadows, blush and mascara. The Luxury for Lids Eyeshadow Duo is a baby pink and gray purple that go on way softer than the palate alludes. The blush titled Rosy Cheeks will give you just that. The powders don’t have serious staying power, but do the trick if you’re looking for simple last minute maintenance. The Softly Shaping Mascara ($12.50 if sold separately) that comes with the kit is the real winner. The brush is super thick and full, allowing every lash to be evenly coated. While it doesn’t provide an exaggerated curl (that’s what your curler is for after all), lashes look delicate but voluminous after application. American Beauty’s Fabulous Feel High Shine Lip Gloss ($12.50) was also a crowd pleaser. The Poppy shade was the perfect playful pink for day or night and stayed sleek and shiny for hours.

The Flirt! Lash Curling Mascara ($14) has the curved brush American Beauty’s Soft Shaping Mascara could have used, but lacks voluminous bristles. They’re spaced too far out, occasionally allowing clumps to form or missing lashes completely. The mascara is definitely functional; you may just need a few applications to get it just right.

The Flirt! Rock-n-Rebel perfume ($35) has a serious rock-n-roll aromatic punch. The scent is super sweetened with grapefruit and apple nectar but has a kick of blackberry for an added zing.