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Thursday 23 August 2012

Review: Collection 2000 Fix Me Up & Primed and Ready


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First of all, Primed & Ready:

To put it bluntly, I'm not a big fan of this Primer.  Firstly, this primer really broke me out.  Yes, I do have sensitive skin, however, I have also used many silicon based primer and have never had such a reaction before.  For this reason, I have only used it around 3 times.  From those times, I found that it didn't reduce the appearance of my pores, nor blurred them out, and it didn't control my oils at all.  It does give a smoothe canvas for when you first apply your foundation, however, it didn't help my makeup stay put for very long.  I usually do love Collection 2000 products, but this primer was a bit of a let down.  I definately do not reccommend this for anyone with sensitive or oily skin.



What Collection 2000 says about this Primer:

Collection Primed & Ready Smoothing Make up Primer preps the skin, providing a beautiful base for easier make-up application and ensures your make-up remains intact throughout the day.

The silky formula of the COLLECTION Primed & Ready Smoothing Make-up Primer glides onto skin, providing a light coverage for a flawless complexion, and a noticeably natural finish.

Preened perfection is just one step away with the COLLECTION Smoothing Make-up Primer, as it seeks to minimize problem pores, smooth uneven skin and hide unsightly blemishes.

This multi-tasking primer makes make-up application effortless and keeps your complexion smooth and flawless all day. Whether you’re blending foundation, securing sumptuous lips, experimenting with eye colours or going bold with blusher, you can be confident that your canvas will remain crystal clear.

Next, the 'Fix me up' makeup fixer:

Now, I am definately impressed with this makeup fixer.  As instructed, I used 4 spritz after applying foundation and powder, waited for it to dry then did the rest of my makeup.  This made my makeup stay on for a full day (about 15 hrs) without the need to reapply.  Its didn't stop my oil from coming through, however, after blotting out with blotting sheets, my base makeup looked as fresh as when I first applied it.  Yes, it is a small bottle, but as I don't reccommend anyone using an alcohol base makeup fixer everyday (only as occasion requires), it does last me quite a while, and I do believe it works just as well as the skindinavia makeup fixers.



What Collection 2000 says about this makeup fixer:

From the minute you’re made-up to the moment you dress down, you can remain the marvel of freshly applied foundation.

Duration is guaranteed from dusk ‘til dawn, without a worry of washing off, fading down or patching up.Any glam-girl-on-the-go knows how tedious touching-up and re-applying make-up can be, but now this non-stick, weightless make-up setter offers any budding beauty a ‘barely there’ sheen for the ultimate in luminous finishes.
No matter how stressful your day, this beauty BFF will be on-side to stay-away any un-wanted imperfections, giving a long-lasting flawless finish.

Both products cost around 5.99GBP each.

Checked out my other videos?:

Everyday Makeup Routine - June-July 2012:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sWeDZTBu2U

Review: Garnier Anti-Dark Circles 2 in 1 Tinted Eye Roll-on:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgXQzx1zSN8

Mascara Review: Estée Lauder Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening Mascara:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3F6KbQWcGo

First UK ELF Haul!:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9Iq7oaJXjg

My Makeup:

Face:

KATE by Kanebo Mineral Liquid Foundation OCC & OCD
Bobbi Brown Corrector Light Peach
Garnier Skin Naturals Roll-On Anti-Dark Circles 02 Fair
MAC Studio Finish Concealer NC30
Laneige Satin Finish Loose Powder Natural Beige (2)
No. 7 Summer of Dreams Bronzer
VOV Color Song Blusher 25 Peach Dancing

Eyes:

Naris Up Water Strong W Eyebrow Pencil
Naris Up Chamayu Brows Up
Dolly Wink Liquid Liner Black
Cargo Lash Activator

Lips:

No. 7 Perfect Lips Pencil 20 Nude
Cyber Colours Gemstone Silky Gloss 10 Nude Beige

Friday 17 August 2012

Review: Garnier Caffine Anti-Dark Circles 2-in-1 Roll-on



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I absolutely love this eye roll-on.  The formula is light and refreshing, does not cake, does not settle into my fine lines, and brightens my undereye area.  It also lasts the full day, and that's without using powder on top.  I have used this every morning for the past 2 months, and can't see myself changing from this routine any time soon.  It has a very light coverage, so those that needs a concealer to cover dark undereye circles, this isn't for you, and I never recommend putting heavy concealer under the eyes then putting this on top as it can cause cakiness.  For days when I need slightly more coverage, I do put on Bobbi Brown's Corrector on under this, as I would do if I was using any concealer.
What Garnier says about this product:
This is our 1st 2-in-1 eye product: 1- eye care with caffeine to hydrate and refresh; 2- tinted mineral pigments to instantly cover dark circles. The combination in a cooling roll-on applicator works wonders! It’s ideal for a gentle, hygienic application in the sensitive eye area and the non-messy roll-on applicator is convenient for use on-the-go.
Garnier Caffeine Anti-dark Circles 2-in-1 Roll-on has a 2-in-1 formula:

  1. Moisturising eye cream & a cooling roller ball: refreshes and hydrates tired-looking eyes
  2. With mineral enriched pigments it instantly covers dark circles
     
Available in 4 shades to perfectly adapt to your skin tone:
  • Very Fair
  • Fair
  • Medium
  • Dark

How to Use

For best results with Garnier Caffeine Anti-dark Circles 2-in-1 Roll-on:
Whenever dark circles appear, apply Caffeine Anti-dark Circles Roll-on, in circular massaging motions, onto the under eye area, from the inside towards the temples. The 2-in-1 eye care instant concealer formula will be applied automatically via the roller ball. Gently blend in the formula with finger tips, as if makeup, for flawless coverage of dark circles.

Checked out my other videos?:

Everyday Makeup Routine - June-July 2012:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sWeDZTBu2U

First UK ELF Haul!:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9Iq7oaJXjg

Mascara Review: Estée Lauder Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening Mascara:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3F6KbQWcGo

Review: LMS (Love My Skin) Spotlight 8!:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ckql_PF_DGM

My Makeup:

Face:
KATE by Kanebo Mineral Liquid Foundation OCC & OCD
Bobbi Brown Corrector Light Peach
Garnier Skin Naturals Roll-On Anti-Dark Circles 02 Fair
MAC Studio Finish Concealer NC30
Laneige Satin Finish Loose Powder Natural Beige (2)
No. 7 Summer of Dreams Bronzer
VOV Color Song Blusher 25 Peach Dancing

Eyes:

Naris Up Water Strong W Eyebrow Pencil
Naris Up Chamayu Brows Up
Dolly Wink Liquid Liner Black
BarryM Waterproof Eye liner Pencil Black
Heroine Make Impact Frame and Curl Mascara Black

Lips:
No. 7 Perfect Lips Pencil 20 Nude
Cyber Colours Gemstone Silky Gloss 10 Nude Beige
Nails:

Sasatinnie Mini SPN137

Sunday 12 August 2012

First UK ELF Haul!


I actually filmed this video a couple of weeks back and totally forgot I had it, so here it is! Anything you want me to do a review on, just let me know!

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ELF Cosmetics UK:
http://www.eyeslipsface.co.uk/

Products Mentioned & Price:
Eyelash & Brow Wand 1.50GBP
Eyeshadow Brush 1.50GBP
Studio Line Angled Contour Brush 3.75GBP
Mineral Line Complextion Brush 5.50GBP
Brightening Eye Color Shadow Day to Night & Brown Stone 1.50GBP each
Studio Line Blush Peachy Keen 3.75GBP
Studio Line Cream EyeLiner Metalic Olive 3.75GBP
Studio Line Cream Eyeshadow Natural Glow 3.75GBP
Studio Line Glossy Gloss Ballet Slippers 3.75GBP
Mineral Eyeshadow Primer Sheer 3.00GBP
Studio Line Zit Eraser 3.75GBP
Studio Line Daily Brush Cleaner3.75GBP

Checked out my other videos?:

Everyday Makeup Routine - June-July 2012:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sWeDZTBu2U

July 2012 Hit & Misses - Clarins, St Tropaz, Revlon, L'oreal etc.....:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pE5YkAsIbc

Mascara Review: Estée Lauder Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening Mascara:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3F6KbQWcGo

UK 2012 Haul #2 - Etude House, No.7, St. Tropaz, Collection 2000 etc...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VwYv_W8EhE

Review: LMS (Love My Skin) Spotlight 8!:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ckql_PF_DGM

My Makeup:

Face:
Bobbi Brown Long-wear Even Finish Foundation 4 Natural & 2.5 Sand
Bobbi Brown Corrector Light Peach
Garnier Skin Naturals Roll-On Anti-Dark Circles 02 Fair
Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Ultimate Wear Concealer 03 Medium
Laneige Satin Finish Loose Powder Natural Beige (2)
GOSH Bronzing Powder 02 Natural Glow
KATE by Kanebo Cream Cheek PK-4

Eyes:
Benefit Brow Zing Dark
Dolly Wink Liquid Liner Black
BarryM Waterproof Eye liner Pencil Black
Heroine Make Volumn and Curl Mascara Black

Lips:
No. 7 Perfect Lips Pencil 20 Nude
Cyber Colours Gemstone Silky Gloss 10 Nude Beige

Nails:
L'oreal Colour Riche 106 Versailles Gold

Friday 10 August 2012

Review: Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream

I've always been very skeptical about 'western brand' BB creams as all the ones I've tried have been very disappointing.....still, it hasn't stopped me from carrying on and trying more out!  Next to catch my eye was the Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream.  It has been out in the UK for quite a long time now and after um-ing and ahh-ing, I decided to just get it.

"Your 8-in-1 Skin Perfector: Imperfections look blurred, a natural looking glow, fresh feel, compliments skin tone, skin looks smooth, hydrates, protects, oil-free"

In the UK, it comes in four shades: Universal, Light, Medium and Dark.  At the moment, I'm between NC25-NC30 - leaning more towards NC30, and decided to buy the Light shade as for some reason, medium just didn't sit right with me when trying out on my hand in-store.  I'm glad I bought the light shade as it's perfect for me.

It comes out looking a bit pale, however, once applied to the skin, it blends in really well with no grey cast at all.  It also oxidises a bit quite quickly which brought it to my perfect shade, so I didn't have to leave the house looking pale!  As the photo shown below, smoothes and blends out really well.


I have combination/oily skin that leans on the oilier side in the summer, and found that this BB cream works well for my skin.  It didn't totally control my oils, however, even after a full day of wear, I hardly needed to touch nor blot away my oils excessively.  So this is definately one BB cream that is suitable for those with oilier skin. 

The coverage is light as is with most 'western brand' BB creams and I'd say it's possible to build slightly to light-medium coverage, however, even without building up, it does a good job blurring out blemishes, then only a light brush of concealer will be needed for darker blemishes.  It hasn't clogged up my pores nor caused any breakouts which is great as most things causes my blemish prone skin to break out!

The formula feels really light and refreshing thanks to its oil-free, water-based gel formula, so definately a great summer BB cream.  Because of the light consistancy, there is no caking, nor does it sit in my fine lines when used under the eye.  And to top it off, it has an SPF 30, which isn't as high as some of the 'eastern brand' BB creams but definately one of the higher ones compared to other 'western brand' BB creams.

So out of all the 'western brand' BB creams I've tried (including Clinique, Dior, MAC, Garnier, collection 2000 etc etc etc), this is top of the list at the moment, however, next up is the L'oreal Nude Magique BB cream, which again, I've been eyeing for quite a while!

Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream retails for around 9.99 GBP.

Saturday 4 August 2012

Mascara Review: Estée Lauder Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening Mascara


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Estée Lauder Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening Mascara:
1.  15-hour staying power.
2.  Lashes that last.
3.  Zero smudge.

Extreme wear. Extraordinary length. Unstoppable power-now the smudge-free lash look you see in the morning is the look you keep all day.



THE LOOK
  • Long, smudge-free lashes, expertly separated.

THE BRUSH

  • Lash-Xtender™ Brush elongates, separates and surrounds each lash in glossy, intensified colour.

THE BRISTLES

  • Micro-fiber bristles go deep into lash bed to comb and detangle lashes for super separation from root to tip.
  • Lashes channel through the brush's saturated core for a rich coating of pigment.

THE FORMULA

  • Smudge-Shield™ formula with innovative polymers locks in the mascara to keep it on lashes and off you.
  • Resists high temperatures, high humidity and perspiration.

THE WEAR

  • Lasts 15-hours-without smudging, flaking or wearing away.
  • Warm water and cleanser unlocks the formula and removes every last trace. (Eye makeup remover works too.)
Price:  20.00GBP

Checked out my other videos?:

July 2012 Hit & Misses - Clarins, St Tropaz, Revlon, L'oreal etc..... :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pE5YkAsIbc

Fashion & Accessories Haul #2 - Hollister, Clarks, Primark.... :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgancrEjW7Q

Review: LMS (Love My Skin) Spotlight 8!:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ckql_PF_DGM

Sensitive Skin 1: Philosophy Purity One-Step Facial Cleanser:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dmmhk4pHuTk

Review: Laneige Makeup Primer Sebum Control:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5tPhLHHwRo

My Makeup:

Face:

Bobbi Brown Long-wear Even Finish Foundation 4 Natural & 2.5 Sand
Bobbi Brown Corrector Light Peach
Garnier Skin Naturals Roll-On Anti-Dark Circles 02 Fair
MAC Studio Finish Concealer NC30
Laneige Satin Finish Loose Powder Natural Beige (2)
No. 7 Summer of Dreams Bronzer
VOV Color Song Blusher 25 Peach Dancing

Eyes:
Naris Up Water Strong W Eyebrow Pencil
Naris Up Chamayu Brows Up
Dolly Wink Liquid Liner Black
BarryM Waterproof Eye liner Pencil Black
Heroine Make Volumn and Curl Mascara Black

Lips:
No. 7 Perfect Lips Pencil 20 Nude
Cyber Colours Gemstone Silky Gloss 10 Nude Beige

Nails:
L'oreal Color Riche 106 Versailles Gold