25 April 2018
7 April 2018
21 August 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: BARRY M COSMIC LIGHTS, CHISEL CHEEKS, READY SET SMOOTH AND MOLTEN METALS
One of those brands fairly new to me is Barry M, so when a selection of their best-sellers landed on my door step, I naturally squealed a little...
Lets start with the Barry M Cosmic Lights Highlighting Palette. This pretty blue and purple cardboard palette contains 6 shades, four creams and two powders, with the creams to the very left and right, and the two powders in the centre. It also comes with a large mirror inside the lid.
The top powder has a pretty pink shade in the pan, and is quite glittery, while the one below is a very pale pink in the pan, but once applied it has an iridescent blue shimmer, which is very pretty, but sadly is not quite for me. Then there's the cream shades, the top left one is a pale pink, which ha a lovely natural sheen on the skin, while the one below, an even paler pink, has an almost purple iridescent sheen, which again, I am not too fond of. Moving to the very right, the top shade is a mid-brown shade, which when applied has a gorgeous golden shimmery look, while the bottom shade, a pale peachy-beige shade has a pale shimmery look, though still with golden and silver flecks.
Common for all the shades, creams or powders are that they are very pigmented, so you'll need to apply sparingly. Again, i am sadly not too keen on the blue effect, so my fave shades are the two more neutral and golden shades to the right of the palette, the darker one will be perfect on tanned skin, while the paler one, great for winter pale skin.
Anyway, these highlighting shades are great to use pretty much anywhere you like above your makeup, on the cheekbones, cupid’s bow and brow bones, or even on the decolletage or shoulders for a more luminous and radiant finish on a special night out. And considering the fairly large pans, and the high pigmentation, this palette is great value.
Then there's Barry M Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit, which is palette that contains three pressed powders for the perfect shaped and defined cheeks. The kit contains a light powder to highlight, a bronzer to warm, and a dark powder to sculpt the cheeks.
The palest shade is a slightly yellow tinged ivory shade that helps brighten and add light to the shade. The middle shade is a warm medium brown shade to add warmth to the face, and finally, to the right, a deeper and more grey-toned brown shade to shade to contour the face. All the powders are shades are matte, but with just a touch of sheen, which I quite like, and they are also pigmented, and easy to apply and blend with a large brush. For my medium beige skin tone the first two shades are ideal, while the last one is a tad too dark. Like the Highlighting Palette, this Contour Kit comes in a cardboard packaging that is convenient and easy to use and I like that inside the lid, where there would usually be a mirror, there how-to illustrations, to make it easy for everyone to use. Again, this is great value for money considering the high quality of this palette, so if you're after a budget contouring kit, this is really a great kit, worth checking out.
Next is the Barry M Ready Set Smooth Loose Setting Powder, which is a white very fine translucent powder that helps set your makeup, and give it a flawless and brightened smoother soft-focus finish. It also contains oil absorbing ingredients to stop the shine and mattify the skin and create a flawless, light-weight finish that’s suitable for all skin tones. This is intended to be applied over foundation. The powder comes in a little jar with an internal mirror and a sponge applicator, so its easy to apply on the go if you wish - though personally I do prefer to apply with a large powder brush. Having combination skin prone to shine by mid day, this is such a great powder, as it really does make my skin look shine-free for longer.
Finally, there's the Barry M Molten Metal Nail polish, which promises chrome effect shades with mirror shine foil finish that will look shiny for days. I tried in the shade Blue Glacier, which is a pale grey-blue shade with lots of tiny silver shimmer, and once applied, it really has a gorgeous shiny finish, with a colour that seems to change, depending on the light. Two coats did a good job, but for the perfect solid finish, I do feel that I need three coats. As the polish is so shiny, a top coat really isn't necessary, but obviously, it will extend the wear of the polish by a few days if you do add one. A gorgeous shade with a beautiful finish that you can only love!
Barry M Cosmic Lights Highlighter Palette - RRP: $18.95 / 4 x 2.8g cream, 2 x 3.6g powder
Barry M Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit - RRP: $16.95 / 7.5g
Barry M Ready Set Smooth - RRP: $14.95 / 5.2g
Barry M Molten Metal Nail Paint - RRP: $8.95 / 10ml
Available from BeautyNext
* Products have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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Lets start with the Barry M Cosmic Lights Highlighting Palette. This pretty blue and purple cardboard palette contains 6 shades, four creams and two powders, with the creams to the very left and right, and the two powders in the centre. It also comes with a large mirror inside the lid.
The top powder has a pretty pink shade in the pan, and is quite glittery, while the one below is a very pale pink in the pan, but once applied it has an iridescent blue shimmer, which is very pretty, but sadly is not quite for me. Then there's the cream shades, the top left one is a pale pink, which ha a lovely natural sheen on the skin, while the one below, an even paler pink, has an almost purple iridescent sheen, which again, I am not too fond of. Moving to the very right, the top shade is a mid-brown shade, which when applied has a gorgeous golden shimmery look, while the bottom shade, a pale peachy-beige shade has a pale shimmery look, though still with golden and silver flecks.
Common for all the shades, creams or powders are that they are very pigmented, so you'll need to apply sparingly. Again, i am sadly not too keen on the blue effect, so my fave shades are the two more neutral and golden shades to the right of the palette, the darker one will be perfect on tanned skin, while the paler one, great for winter pale skin.
Anyway, these highlighting shades are great to use pretty much anywhere you like above your makeup, on the cheekbones, cupid’s bow and brow bones, or even on the decolletage or shoulders for a more luminous and radiant finish on a special night out. And considering the fairly large pans, and the high pigmentation, this palette is great value.
Then there's Barry M Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit, which is palette that contains three pressed powders for the perfect shaped and defined cheeks. The kit contains a light powder to highlight, a bronzer to warm, and a dark powder to sculpt the cheeks.
The palest shade is a slightly yellow tinged ivory shade that helps brighten and add light to the shade. The middle shade is a warm medium brown shade to add warmth to the face, and finally, to the right, a deeper and more grey-toned brown shade to shade to contour the face. All the powders are shades are matte, but with just a touch of sheen, which I quite like, and they are also pigmented, and easy to apply and blend with a large brush. For my medium beige skin tone the first two shades are ideal, while the last one is a tad too dark. Like the Highlighting Palette, this Contour Kit comes in a cardboard packaging that is convenient and easy to use and I like that inside the lid, where there would usually be a mirror, there how-to illustrations, to make it easy for everyone to use. Again, this is great value for money considering the high quality of this palette, so if you're after a budget contouring kit, this is really a great kit, worth checking out.
Next is the Barry M Ready Set Smooth Loose Setting Powder, which is a white very fine translucent powder that helps set your makeup, and give it a flawless and brightened smoother soft-focus finish. It also contains oil absorbing ingredients to stop the shine and mattify the skin and create a flawless, light-weight finish that’s suitable for all skin tones. This is intended to be applied over foundation. The powder comes in a little jar with an internal mirror and a sponge applicator, so its easy to apply on the go if you wish - though personally I do prefer to apply with a large powder brush. Having combination skin prone to shine by mid day, this is such a great powder, as it really does make my skin look shine-free for longer.
Finally, there's the Barry M Molten Metal Nail polish, which promises chrome effect shades with mirror shine foil finish that will look shiny for days. I tried in the shade Blue Glacier, which is a pale grey-blue shade with lots of tiny silver shimmer, and once applied, it really has a gorgeous shiny finish, with a colour that seems to change, depending on the light. Two coats did a good job, but for the perfect solid finish, I do feel that I need three coats. As the polish is so shiny, a top coat really isn't necessary, but obviously, it will extend the wear of the polish by a few days if you do add one. A gorgeous shade with a beautiful finish that you can only love!
Barry M Cosmic Lights Highlighter Palette - RRP: $18.95 / 4 x 2.8g cream, 2 x 3.6g powder
Barry M Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit - RRP: $16.95 / 7.5g
Barry M Ready Set Smooth - RRP: $14.95 / 5.2g
Barry M Molten Metal Nail Paint - RRP: $8.95 / 10ml
Available from BeautyNext
* Products have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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1 February 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: SUGARBABY AMPLIF-EYE PALETTE, GLOW GETTER AND CLOTH MASKS
Today it’s going to be all about Sugarbaby - a brand that I've only recently come across, but would you believe it, was founded back in 1998 here in Australia! Now why haven't I come across the brand earlier!
Let's start with the Sugarbaby Amplif-eye Natural Eyeshadow Palette, which contains 14 beautiful neural shades ranging from soft nudes to intense chocolate and charcoals, and even a black. The top row of the palette contains 7 shimmering shades, while the bottom row contain 7 matte shades. The shades are soft and easy to apply and blend, and they are also, especially considering the very low price of this palette, very pigmented and wear very well during the day. This means that you can easily build up the intensity of the shades (and even more so if you apply them with a damp brush!), or of course just apply them as a wash of colour.
I am a tad conservative when the comes to the eyeshadow shades that I wear, and these nude shades are right up my alley, and I'd more or less use every single shade, as they are simply all lovely and very wearable for both a day-time 'no- makeup look, or a more intense nighttime look. If you cannot afford or justify the hefty price tag of some of the branded nude eye palettes, then this one from Sugarbaby is a great alternative. I also love the packaging, the white leather look, with the large internal mirror and the double ended brush applicator, makes it look very sleek and stylish, and also more expensive than it really is.
Then there's the Sugarbaby Glow Getter Contour & Glow Kit, which contains four powders for contouring and two cream shades for highlighting. The four contour shades are designed to help create shadows to recede facial features, while the two creamy highlighters help add a luminous glow to the skin, and highlight features. There is a good variety of shades in the compact so most light to medium skin tones should be able to find suitable matches, and personally for my medium skin, there are certainly several good matches. I love that four the shimmery contour shades are still very subtle and not too glittery, although I could have wished for at least one matte shade. But apart from that all have a good pigmentation, and are easy to apply and blend as well as they have a good wear throughout the day, especially if you use a primer first and follow with a setting spray. This Kit also comes in the sleep white leather-look compact that includes a nifty brush and a large mirror inside.
Finally there's the Sugarbaby cloth masks. The Never Confuse the Moment Cloth Mask is a mask specifically to help enhance pigment and pigmentation, thanks to being infused with Witch Hazel Extract to assist with toning the appearance of surface imperfections, for a more even toned skin. It also contains Licorice & Pomegranate extracts help to reduce redness, whilst botanical extracts boost the skins tone and clarity, and Coconut Fruit Extract help assist in revitalizing and energizing the skin. After use of this mask, my skin feels soft and clean deep down every pore, to the point my skin feels more refined and less greasy.
Then there's the Are You A Firm Believer Cloth Mask which is an Anti-Ageing Defense mask designed to help firm and strengthen the skin. It is among others infused with Collagen and Sodium Hyaluronate which penetrate into the deep layers of the skin to help create a more elastic and resilient complexion, that is not only restored and nourished, but also soothed, calmed, energised and refreshed, thanks to the inflammatory extracts reviving antioxidants as well as Coconut Fruit Extract. And after use, my skin is seriously glowing with energy, and it is also soft and smooth, and feels and looks plumper so fine lines appear to be smaller.
Both masks are to be used on clean, dry skin and left on for about 15 minutes before removed.
Overall I am really impressed with these products from Sugarbaby, with my personal favourite being the Amplif-eye Natural Eyeshadow Palette, as it is simply shades that are so wearable and I'll be reaching for them daily, although the Glow Getter Contour and Glow Kit is a close runner up. But in all seriousness, these products are of surprisingly high quality considering their budget prices, and thanks to their packaging, they look very luxe too.
Sugarbaby Amplif-eye Natural Eyeshadow Palette - RRP: $19.95
Sugarbaby Glow Getter Contour & Glow Kit - RRP: $19.95
Sugarbaby The Never Confuse the Moment Cloth Mask - RRP: 6.95
Sugarbaby Are You A Firm Believer Cloth Mask RRP: $6.95
Available from Sugarbaby Online and Myer
Let's start with the Sugarbaby Amplif-eye Natural Eyeshadow Palette, which contains 14 beautiful neural shades ranging from soft nudes to intense chocolate and charcoals, and even a black. The top row of the palette contains 7 shimmering shades, while the bottom row contain 7 matte shades. The shades are soft and easy to apply and blend, and they are also, especially considering the very low price of this palette, very pigmented and wear very well during the day. This means that you can easily build up the intensity of the shades (and even more so if you apply them with a damp brush!), or of course just apply them as a wash of colour.
I am a tad conservative when the comes to the eyeshadow shades that I wear, and these nude shades are right up my alley, and I'd more or less use every single shade, as they are simply all lovely and very wearable for both a day-time 'no- makeup look, or a more intense nighttime look. If you cannot afford or justify the hefty price tag of some of the branded nude eye palettes, then this one from Sugarbaby is a great alternative. I also love the packaging, the white leather look, with the large internal mirror and the double ended brush applicator, makes it look very sleek and stylish, and also more expensive than it really is.
Then there's the Sugarbaby Glow Getter Contour & Glow Kit, which contains four powders for contouring and two cream shades for highlighting. The four contour shades are designed to help create shadows to recede facial features, while the two creamy highlighters help add a luminous glow to the skin, and highlight features. There is a good variety of shades in the compact so most light to medium skin tones should be able to find suitable matches, and personally for my medium skin, there are certainly several good matches. I love that four the shimmery contour shades are still very subtle and not too glittery, although I could have wished for at least one matte shade. But apart from that all have a good pigmentation, and are easy to apply and blend as well as they have a good wear throughout the day, especially if you use a primer first and follow with a setting spray. This Kit also comes in the sleep white leather-look compact that includes a nifty brush and a large mirror inside.
Finally there's the Sugarbaby cloth masks. The Never Confuse the Moment Cloth Mask is a mask specifically to help enhance pigment and pigmentation, thanks to being infused with Witch Hazel Extract to assist with toning the appearance of surface imperfections, for a more even toned skin. It also contains Licorice & Pomegranate extracts help to reduce redness, whilst botanical extracts boost the skins tone and clarity, and Coconut Fruit Extract help assist in revitalizing and energizing the skin. After use of this mask, my skin feels soft and clean deep down every pore, to the point my skin feels more refined and less greasy.
Then there's the Are You A Firm Believer Cloth Mask which is an Anti-Ageing Defense mask designed to help firm and strengthen the skin. It is among others infused with Collagen and Sodium Hyaluronate which penetrate into the deep layers of the skin to help create a more elastic and resilient complexion, that is not only restored and nourished, but also soothed, calmed, energised and refreshed, thanks to the inflammatory extracts reviving antioxidants as well as Coconut Fruit Extract. And after use, my skin is seriously glowing with energy, and it is also soft and smooth, and feels and looks plumper so fine lines appear to be smaller.
Both masks are to be used on clean, dry skin and left on for about 15 minutes before removed.
Overall I am really impressed with these products from Sugarbaby, with my personal favourite being the Amplif-eye Natural Eyeshadow Palette, as it is simply shades that are so wearable and I'll be reaching for them daily, although the Glow Getter Contour and Glow Kit is a close runner up. But in all seriousness, these products are of surprisingly high quality considering their budget prices, and thanks to their packaging, they look very luxe too.
Sugarbaby Amplif-eye Natural Eyeshadow Palette - RRP: $19.95
Sugarbaby Glow Getter Contour & Glow Kit - RRP: $19.95
Sugarbaby The Never Confuse the Moment Cloth Mask - RRP: 6.95
Sugarbaby Are You A Firm Believer Cloth Mask RRP: $6.95
Available from Sugarbaby Online and Myer
* Products have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
28 October 2016
PRODUCT REVIEW: AUSTRALIS COSMETICS AC ON TOUR CONTOURING AND HIGHLIGHTING CREAM KIT
Contouring is still gets all the hype, and one of those products that's had a lot of talk is the Australis Cosmetics AC on Tour Contouring & Highlighting Cream Kit.
The kit comes in a large black flat palette, with a large mirror, and it contains three highlighting shades and three contouring shades. It is also available in 4 different shades (Lighter than Light, Light, Medium and Dark), and I've put the Light shade to the test.
I am not very good at the whole contouring thing, but one of the things I noticed first and really liked about this palette is that it has a step-by-step guide on the back, on how to both contour and highlight, making it a tad easier for people like me.
The shades are all very pigmented and can easily be built up, although being a little cautious as applying too much, does make it look a little cakey. I find that I get the best and most natural result when I blend it with a damp beauty blender.
As always with palettes, there are shades that you like and that suit you, and others that don’t, and so, from the six shades in the palette, I've probably been using four of them, and in particularly the darkest shade, I find too dark - but then it may mean that I should have gone for the Lighter than Light palette shade in stead. But that said, I have been particularly enjoying the lightest shade as a concealer under my eyes, for which it is the perfect shade.
The creams last until about mid-day on my combination skin, and then starts to fade, but with the use of a primer first, and set with a translucent powder and followed by a setting spray, I can make these last most of the day.
At just $16.95 this palette is great drug store option, and great quality for the low prince. You can naturally get better quality products, but then you also generally have to pay 4-5 times the price. So this is also a great option if you (like me!), are wanting to experiment and learn how to highlight and contour.
Australia AC On Tour Contouring & Highlighting Cream Kit - RRP: $16.95
Available from Priceline, Big W, Kmart and selected pharmacies
The kit comes in a large black flat palette, with a large mirror, and it contains three highlighting shades and three contouring shades. It is also available in 4 different shades (Lighter than Light, Light, Medium and Dark), and I've put the Light shade to the test.
I am not very good at the whole contouring thing, but one of the things I noticed first and really liked about this palette is that it has a step-by-step guide on the back, on how to both contour and highlight, making it a tad easier for people like me.
The shades are all very pigmented and can easily be built up, although being a little cautious as applying too much, does make it look a little cakey. I find that I get the best and most natural result when I blend it with a damp beauty blender.
As always with palettes, there are shades that you like and that suit you, and others that don’t, and so, from the six shades in the palette, I've probably been using four of them, and in particularly the darkest shade, I find too dark - but then it may mean that I should have gone for the Lighter than Light palette shade in stead. But that said, I have been particularly enjoying the lightest shade as a concealer under my eyes, for which it is the perfect shade.
The creams last until about mid-day on my combination skin, and then starts to fade, but with the use of a primer first, and set with a translucent powder and followed by a setting spray, I can make these last most of the day.
At just $16.95 this palette is great drug store option, and great quality for the low prince. You can naturally get better quality products, but then you also generally have to pay 4-5 times the price. So this is also a great option if you (like me!), are wanting to experiment and learn how to highlight and contour.
Australia AC On Tour Contouring & Highlighting Cream Kit - RRP: $16.95
Available from Priceline, Big W, Kmart and selected pharmacies
* Products have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
11 July 2016
L'OREAL PARIS NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES JULY - DECEMBER 2016
A few weeks ago I was so lucky to be invited to the launch of the new L'Oréal Paris products for the second half of 2016. This launch event also covered skincare and haircare, but I will tell you about those in separate posts.
Like most other brands, L'Oréal is also jumping on the contouring craze with the introduction of the Infallible Sculpt Contouring Palette. This palette contains two shades, a lighter shade to lift and highlight as well as a darker shade to create the illusion of a shadow and sculpt the hollows of you cheeks and temples for a combined more sculpted look.
The product has a gorgeous cream to powder consistency, that feels gorgeous on the face, and is super easy to blend. As promised it really also does stay put throughout the day, even on my combo skin.
It comes in two combinations, Light and Medium/Dark, and it comes in a long slimline case, which has a mirror on the inside, as well as a useful instruction booklet that shows you how to sculpt your face depending on your face shape.
No launch is of course compete without a new mascara, so L'Oréal is launching the False lash Sculpt Mascara. This mascara has a very unique plastic comb brush where you first use the tip of the brush to gently press the brush on your waterline to fill in between the lash roots. Hereafter you use the brush as you usually would apply mascara, and it volumises the lashes, coating even the smallest of lashes for a more fanned out sculpted look. I've always been a fan of L'Oréal mascaras, and I think this new one will be no exception - once I actually get a hang of using the tip to fill in between the lash roots without smearing the mascara everywhere!
Another on trend product is for the brows, and new from L'Oréal is the 2-in-1 Brow Artist Sculpt. My current brow favourite is the Brow Artist Plumper from L'Oréal as it is simply so quick and easy to use - and now L'Oréal is really taking it one step further with the Brow Artist Sculpt. It has a very unique brush that features a sculpting felt tip to give shape to the brows while the bristle brush helps style and fix brows, for more sculpted-looking brows. You simply use the felt tip to draw over the brows and follow with the brush part to shape and fix. It has a powder-to-cream texture, and gives a very natural look. I'm still unsure if it will take over from my trusted Brow Artist Plumper, but it's certainly a good contender. It is available in two shades; Brunette and Dark Brunette.
For the nails L'Oréal is launching three new pastel shades into the Infallible Gel Nail Polish Range. These long 'pens' features the nail polish/base coat in one end, and the gel activating top coat in the other end. These polishes leave your nails looking plumper and with a super shiny finish to resemble a UV manicure. The polishes have been enriched with a flex-resin that promises to make the manicure last for up to 12 days without peeling, chipping or cracking. I have used these previously and do love the look and intense shine these polishes give your nails, and while I do agree that they make your manicure look nice and shiner for longer, I unfortunately don't quite get the 12 days wear, more like a week or so, which is still longer than with your 'average' nail polish, so still pretty good. Also love the pastel shades, which is always nice to brighten up the dark winter days and clothes, plus they'll be perfect come spring and summer too. The Infallible Gel Nail Polish Pastels are available in three shades;
Finally there's the Colour Riche Le Vernis Super Graphic Pop, which is a new range of super bold colours. I love these Le Vernis polishes, they are easy to apply with a streak-free result, and they last considerably well, and the small bottles come at a reasonable price so you can justify getting several shades! The new Graphic Pop range include four new shades, including;
In addition (and not pictured here!), L'Oréal is also launching a Blush Sculpt Contouring Palette, which is a 3-in-1 blush trio, where shades can be used individually or blended together exactly how you like it for a sculpted look with a luminous glow. These blushes look absolutely beautiful, so I definitely want to get my hands on at least one of the combinations. It is available in two shades;
Also new is the L'Oréal Infallible Fixing Mist, which is a setting spray that helps set and stabilise your makeup to give it a more professional look while making it look just-applied for longer. With my combination skin, I'm always struggling getting my makeup to stay put, even with a primer, so using this setting mist may just be what my skin needs.
And finally, L'Oréal is also extending the colour range of its True Match Foundations, which is supposedly one of the best-selling L'Oréal foundations, to make sure it is easier to find your ideal shade. I've actually never tried this foundation, so must definitely check this out too to see what all the hype is all about.
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Sculpt Contouring Palette - RRP: $29.95
L'Oréal Paris False Lash Sculpt Mascara - RRP: $25.95
L'Oréal Paris Brow Artist Sculpt - RRP: $20.95
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Gel Nail Polish Pastels - RRP: $12.95
L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Le Vernis Super Graphic Pop - $7.95
L'Oréal Paris Blush Sculpt Contouring Palette - RRP: $26.95
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Fixing Mist - RRP: $24.95
L'Oréal Paris True Match Foundation
L'Oréal Paris is available from Priceline, variety stores and selected supermarkets and pharmacies
Like most other brands, L'Oréal is also jumping on the contouring craze with the introduction of the Infallible Sculpt Contouring Palette. This palette contains two shades, a lighter shade to lift and highlight as well as a darker shade to create the illusion of a shadow and sculpt the hollows of you cheeks and temples for a combined more sculpted look.
The product has a gorgeous cream to powder consistency, that feels gorgeous on the face, and is super easy to blend. As promised it really also does stay put throughout the day, even on my combo skin.
It comes in two combinations, Light and Medium/Dark, and it comes in a long slimline case, which has a mirror on the inside, as well as a useful instruction booklet that shows you how to sculpt your face depending on your face shape.
No launch is of course compete without a new mascara, so L'Oréal is launching the False lash Sculpt Mascara. This mascara has a very unique plastic comb brush where you first use the tip of the brush to gently press the brush on your waterline to fill in between the lash roots. Hereafter you use the brush as you usually would apply mascara, and it volumises the lashes, coating even the smallest of lashes for a more fanned out sculpted look. I've always been a fan of L'Oréal mascaras, and I think this new one will be no exception - once I actually get a hang of using the tip to fill in between the lash roots without smearing the mascara everywhere!
Another on trend product is for the brows, and new from L'Oréal is the 2-in-1 Brow Artist Sculpt. My current brow favourite is the Brow Artist Plumper from L'Oréal as it is simply so quick and easy to use - and now L'Oréal is really taking it one step further with the Brow Artist Sculpt. It has a very unique brush that features a sculpting felt tip to give shape to the brows while the bristle brush helps style and fix brows, for more sculpted-looking brows. You simply use the felt tip to draw over the brows and follow with the brush part to shape and fix. It has a powder-to-cream texture, and gives a very natural look. I'm still unsure if it will take over from my trusted Brow Artist Plumper, but it's certainly a good contender. It is available in two shades; Brunette and Dark Brunette.
For the nails L'Oréal is launching three new pastel shades into the Infallible Gel Nail Polish Range. These long 'pens' features the nail polish/base coat in one end, and the gel activating top coat in the other end. These polishes leave your nails looking plumper and with a super shiny finish to resemble a UV manicure. The polishes have been enriched with a flex-resin that promises to make the manicure last for up to 12 days without peeling, chipping or cracking. I have used these previously and do love the look and intense shine these polishes give your nails, and while I do agree that they make your manicure look nice and shiner for longer, I unfortunately don't quite get the 12 days wear, more like a week or so, which is still longer than with your 'average' nail polish, so still pretty good. Also love the pastel shades, which is always nice to brighten up the dark winter days and clothes, plus they'll be perfect come spring and summer too. The Infallible Gel Nail Polish Pastels are available in three shades;
- 40 Marshmallow Power
- 42 Unlimited Lollipop
- 43 Endless Candyheart
Finally there's the Colour Riche Le Vernis Super Graphic Pop, which is a new range of super bold colours. I love these Le Vernis polishes, they are easy to apply with a streak-free result, and they last considerably well, and the small bottles come at a reasonable price so you can justify getting several shades! The new Graphic Pop range include four new shades, including;
- Pop Corn 240 - Achieve the perfect bright pop on your nails with this light yellow, solid shade with no orange undertones
- Cloud Wow 241 - A cool sky blue shade for the cutest baby doll effect
- Pink-O-Pop 242 - An iconic pink shade, with the perfect blend of pure rose pigments with a hot pink finish
- Green LOL 244 – available grocery only Green is re-invented with the lightness of turquoise pigments and the depth of blue (not pictured)
In addition (and not pictured here!), L'Oréal is also launching a Blush Sculpt Contouring Palette, which is a 3-in-1 blush trio, where shades can be used individually or blended together exactly how you like it for a sculpted look with a luminous glow. These blushes look absolutely beautiful, so I definitely want to get my hands on at least one of the combinations. It is available in two shades;
- 102 Nude Beige
- 201 Soft Rosy
Also new is the L'Oréal Infallible Fixing Mist, which is a setting spray that helps set and stabilise your makeup to give it a more professional look while making it look just-applied for longer. With my combination skin, I'm always struggling getting my makeup to stay put, even with a primer, so using this setting mist may just be what my skin needs.
And finally, L'Oréal is also extending the colour range of its True Match Foundations, which is supposedly one of the best-selling L'Oréal foundations, to make sure it is easier to find your ideal shade. I've actually never tried this foundation, so must definitely check this out too to see what all the hype is all about.
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Sculpt Contouring Palette - RRP: $29.95
L'Oréal Paris False Lash Sculpt Mascara - RRP: $25.95
L'Oréal Paris Brow Artist Sculpt - RRP: $20.95
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Gel Nail Polish Pastels - RRP: $12.95
L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Le Vernis Super Graphic Pop - $7.95
L'Oréal Paris Blush Sculpt Contouring Palette - RRP: $26.95
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Fixing Mist - RRP: $24.95
L'Oréal Paris True Match Foundation
L'Oréal Paris is available from Priceline, variety stores and selected supermarkets and pharmacies
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
6 July 2016
MAYBELLINE NEW YORK PRODUCT LAUNCHES JULY TO DECEMBER 2016
Two weeks ago I was so lucky to go to a Maybelline Blogger event launching all the new product launches for the second half of 2016. Everyone left the event with a huge goodie bag with most of the new products, which was very generous of Maybelline, so a huge thank you! Below is a quick run-down of all the new products.. and make sure you get a cuppa before you settle down to have a read, as there are a massive 12 new products to run through, so while I'll do my best to keep it short, it is inevitably going to be a long one..
For the face, Maybelline is launching the Dream Velvet Soft-Matte Hydrating Foundation, which is a foundation suitable for those with combination and oilier skin types, offering a velvety matte look for up to 12 hours, so right up my alley with my combination skin always struggling to get my foundation to stay matte past lunch time. It has gel-whipped formula containing more water than usual, so unlike other mate foundations that often leave the skin looking dry, this one is a hydrating formula making if feel very comfortable on the skin too. It's available in 10 shades.
Then there's the Master Conceal Camouflaging Concealer, which offering full coverage, easily hiding anything from dark circles under the eyes, redness and pigmentation, yet while still looking natural and not caked on, thank to being so easy to blend. It comes in a small tube with a tiny nozzle that makes it easy to squeeze out just the amount needed, and you can then pat it onto the skin and blend it until you get the coverage you want, using either your fingertip or a brush. The concealer is available in five shades, and the Maybelline also suggested trying using the lightest and the darkest shades to contour, which I have to admit that I am yet to try.
With my combination skin, I am so used to my makeup getting shiny, fading and settling into lines, so I am also very excited about the Maybelline’s Master Fix by Face Studio. The Master Fix is a translucent, lightweight mist that helps to fix and extend the wear of your makeup, preventing it from fading, settling or getting shiny. When finished applying your makeup, you simply shake the bottle, close your eyes and spray a couple of times, concentrating, naturally, at the more greasy areas such as the t-zone. The mist is so light, that you wouldn't even know you're wearing it, although the light spray does feel nice and refreshing when you apply it.
Thanks to Kim K, contouring is all the rage at the moment, and all brands from luxe all the way down to drugstore, seem to be launching contouring kits, including now Maybelline with the Master Contour Palette. This Contour Palette includes a highlighter, blush and contouring powder, as well as an angled brush, and thereby makes it easy to define and highlight your preferred features. It even comes with easy to follow instructions and images on the back of the palette, so if you're a novice at contouring like me, there's help to be found. The palette is available in two shade combinations, Light to Medium, and Medium to Dark.
The Maybelline Volum' Express Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara promises 'dramatic lift and massive volume' - by helping to thicken and give the lashes volume, and thanks to the unique curved push-up brush that scoops the lashes from roots to tips, it also plumps and lifts the lashes, which holds throughout the day, thanks to the added styling wax. At first use I did find that it was a little clumping, but then again, I mostly find that is the case with new mascaras, and you have to use them a few times before they stop over-applying, and apply just the amount of mascara needed to avoid the clumping. With a name like Express Falsies, it does imply that you can skip applying false lashes when using this mascara, and while I am the first to admit that I never use false lashes, I wouldn't quite say that it manages to do that. However, that said, a few coats and it certainly gives my lashes a decent amount of volume, thickness and lift, so I will enjoy using this mascara. And besides how cute is the pink and red packaging!!
Brows are still one of the key trends, and to match, Maybelline is launching the Brow Drama Pomade Crayon, which is essentially a chubby stick/crayon that helps sculpt, tame and colour brows. You simply draw over your brows with feathery strokes to fil in sparse areas. It's super easy, and the result is natural, so this one is sure to become one of my favourites too. It is available in three shades, Dark Blonde, Medium Brown and Dark Brown. 
Moving on to the lips, Maybelline is adding to the ever popular Baby Lips with the introduction of the Baby Lips Balm & Blush, which as the name suggests adds a hint of tint, a sheer natural flush of colour to both lips and lips. They come packaged in cute little pots with coloured lids, but unfortunately a little bulky in the handbag. They have been enriched with antioxidant rich vitamin E to add moisture to lips and cheeks. The round balm is easy to apply to either lips or cheeks, and once dry, the leave a nice sheen too, without being greasy or sticky. There are four shades available;
- Innocent Peach
- Shimmering Bronze
- Flirty Pink
- Juicy Rose
Of these I prefer the two darker shades, the Flirty Pink and the Juicy Rose, as they, while still going on sheer, still apply the darkest. For me, these will be its something that I'd wear on no-makeup days, otherwise preferring more intense lipsticks to tints, but if I had been younger, I can easily see myself wanting to get hold of every shade available, so I can also imagine that these will be a big hit with younger teenage girls.
Maybelline is also launching a new limited edition range in the Color Sensational line, the Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Lipsticks, which are enriched with pure precious oil to make then feel rich and creamy on the lips. The shades all have a nice golden sheen due to containing rose gold pigments to create a warm blushed look on the lips. The range includes six shades;
- Fairly Bare (107)
- Tip Top Tulle (117)
- Sunset Blush (137)
- More to Adore (157)
- Pink Fling (207)
- Lust Affair (407)
I'm not particularly fond of very pale shades, so my favourites are Sunset Blush which has a slightly coral tinge, More to Adore with its mid-pink shade, Pink Fling with a dusty rose/mauve shade, and in particular the darkest shade Lust Affair with its pinky-red fuchsia shade.
Another new lip stick launch is the Maybelline Color Sensational Vivid Matte Liquid, which is probably what has most girls excited with its intense pigment and matte look. These liquid lipsticks have a really good colour payoff, and unlike most other matte look lipsticks, they surprisingly still feels lovely and moisturising on the lips. No more flaky dry, and uncomfortably feeling lips. The range is available in 8 shades;
- Nude Flush (05)
- Electric Pink (15)
- Orange Shot (25)
- Fuchsia Ecstasy (30)
- Rebel Red (35)
- Berry Boost (40)
- Possessed Plum (45)
- Nude Thrill (50)
Again, I am not particularly good with nudes, so unfortunately Nude Thrill is not right for me, and Electric Pink is a little too fluoro pink, reminding me too much of the 80s, so not a match for me either - but other than that, I am surprised to say that I really love all the other shades. If I had to pick favourites, you just cannot go wrong with a classic red such as the Rebel Red, and the I really love the orangy-red Orange Shot, but again, the remainder of the shades are sure to get some good outings too.
Finally, Maybelline is also adding a few new limited edition shades to Color Show Blushed Nudes Nail Polish, which includes;
- Make Me Blush
- Dusty Rose
- Mod Mauve
- Crimson Flush
Of these I particularly love the dusty fuchsias shade, Crimson Flush and the dusty mid-brown shade, Mod Mauve. The other two shades are lovely too, but I think i will love them more come spring and summer. These nail polishes are easy to apply evenly and streak-free thanks to the short wide brush. It does require two coats for a solid colour pay-off, but that's pretty normal, and they have a good wear of a few days, which as always can easily be extended by a few days by using a base and top coat.
So there you go, all the new releases from Maybelline launching from now and the rest of the year. Some of them have already hit the stores, and others will be arriving over the coming months, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled.
Maybelline Dream Velvet Soft-Matte Hydrating Foundation - RRP: $22.95
Maybelline Master Conceal Camouflaging Concealer - RRP: $17.95
Maybelline Master Fix Wear Boosting Setting Spray - RRP: $15.95
Maybelline Master Contour Face Contouring Kit - RRP: $19.95
Maybelline Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Eye Palette - RRP: $25.95
Maybelline Volum' Express Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara - RRP: $14.95
Maybelline Lasting Drama Gel 24H Automatic Pencil - RRP: $16.95
Maybelline Brow Drama Pomade Crayon RRP: $21.95
Maybelline Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Lipsticks - RRP: $17.95
Maybelline Baby Lips Balm & Blush - RRP: $9.95
Maybelline Color Sensational Vivid Matte Liquid - RRP: $17.95
Maybelline Color Show Blushed Nudes Nail Polish - RRP: $5.95
Maybelline New York is available from Priceline, variety stores and select pharmacies and supermarkets
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
4 July 2016
16 June 2016
PRODUCT REVIEW: PONI COSMETICS CONTOURING KIT AND THE WHITE KNIGHT MASCARA FROM RY
Today I'd like to share with you some products from a brand that is new to me, PONi Cosmetics, which is now available for purchase from the online store RY..
The PONi Contouring Kit has very quickly become a favourite as it contains everything you need in one kit - a bronzer, two blushes and a highlighter.
The bronzer called 'Contour that PONi' has a medium bronze shade with a shimmer - generally I do prefer bronzers with less or no shimmer, and hence that is what I've got in my makeup collection, so it is actually nice with something different. It is easy to apply all over the face and blends easily, and because of or the shimmery shade, I have actually also enjoyed using it as an eyeshadow!
The kit also contains a highlighter 'Highlight That PONi), which is an off-white shade with a golden shimmer. And finally, there are also two blushes, 'Pretty Pink PONi' and 'Playful Peach PONi', which are both pretty shades. Of the two, the pink shade seems to have slightly less shimmer than the peach shade, but they are still both pretty and very usable shades, and I find it hard to pick a favourite.
All four powders are fairly good in terms of pigmentation, and you can easily build up the intensity of the colours if wanted.
The Contouring Kit comes in a square slim cardboard style magnetic box, the type that seems to be widely used these days. It is simple and effective, but personally I would have preferred a sturdier plastic compact.
Next is the PONi The White Knight Mascara which is a tubular mascara which is water resistant, and claims never to smudge, run or transfer, even in humid weather, yet it easily washes off with just warm water! It contains growth ingredients to help enhance your own natural lashes with every application.
The mascara has a unique two in one brush, with literally two brushes, one for a smaller one for creating length, and a larger one for creating volume. And it really does provide both, giving my lashes both considerable length and volume, which can also easily be built up by adding a few coats, yet still nicely separating the lashes At the same time it is also very gentle on the eyes, so doesn't irritate my otherwise sensitive eyes.
Overall I am really enjoying using these products from PONi Cosmetics. The Contouring Kit is so convenient and easy to use, containing everything you need in one kit, and as for the The White Knight Mascara, it really is the ultimate mascara that comes to the rescue, providing both volume and length, while caring for your lashes and help them grow as you wear it. What more could you ask for. Both products are reasonably priced too, so I'll definitely be checking out the rest of the range, particularly keen on trying some of the many brow products!
PONi Contouring Kit - RRP: $49
PONi The White Knight Mascara - RRP: $30
Available from RY
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The bronzer called 'Contour that PONi' has a medium bronze shade with a shimmer - generally I do prefer bronzers with less or no shimmer, and hence that is what I've got in my makeup collection, so it is actually nice with something different. It is easy to apply all over the face and blends easily, and because of or the shimmery shade, I have actually also enjoyed using it as an eyeshadow!
The kit also contains a highlighter 'Highlight That PONi), which is an off-white shade with a golden shimmer. And finally, there are also two blushes, 'Pretty Pink PONi' and 'Playful Peach PONi', which are both pretty shades. Of the two, the pink shade seems to have slightly less shimmer than the peach shade, but they are still both pretty and very usable shades, and I find it hard to pick a favourite.
All four powders are fairly good in terms of pigmentation, and you can easily build up the intensity of the colours if wanted.
The Contouring Kit comes in a square slim cardboard style magnetic box, the type that seems to be widely used these days. It is simple and effective, but personally I would have preferred a sturdier plastic compact.
Next is the PONi The White Knight Mascara which is a tubular mascara which is water resistant, and claims never to smudge, run or transfer, even in humid weather, yet it easily washes off with just warm water! It contains growth ingredients to help enhance your own natural lashes with every application.
The mascara has a unique two in one brush, with literally two brushes, one for a smaller one for creating length, and a larger one for creating volume. And it really does provide both, giving my lashes both considerable length and volume, which can also easily be built up by adding a few coats, yet still nicely separating the lashes At the same time it is also very gentle on the eyes, so doesn't irritate my otherwise sensitive eyes.
Overall I am really enjoying using these products from PONi Cosmetics. The Contouring Kit is so convenient and easy to use, containing everything you need in one kit, and as for the The White Knight Mascara, it really is the ultimate mascara that comes to the rescue, providing both volume and length, while caring for your lashes and help them grow as you wear it. What more could you ask for. Both products are reasonably priced too, so I'll definitely be checking out the rest of the range, particularly keen on trying some of the many brow products!
PONi Contouring Kit - RRP: $49
PONi The White Knight Mascara - RRP: $30
Available from RY
* Some products may have been kindly provided for editorial consideration, and have been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy, and reviews are 100% honest and based on personal opinion and experience. Note that The Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter is not a professional or expert, so please do not substitute these opinions as professional advice. Also note, this post may contain affiliate links, which means you pay no extra, but I get a small commission fee if you click through and buy something. And if so, thank you much for your supporting the running costs of my blog. xx
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7 June 2016
PRODUCT REVIEW: SLEEK COSMETICS
Today I'd like to chat a little about Sleek Cosmetics, which has recently become available here in Australia in Target. Previously I'd heard a lot about the budget friendly brand, but was yet to try any of the products, so I was very excited when a selection of their products landed on my desk.
One of the stand-outs was no doubt the Sleek i-Divine Eyeshadow Palettes in the shade Au Natural, which contains 12 shades ranging from an off-white to a black, with countless of beige, apricot, taupe and chocolate shades in between, and as someone who rarely uses anything but beige and brownish shades on my eyes, the colour selection in this palette is perfect. The shades range between matte, pearlescent and shimmery, so you can create anything from a basic day look to a smoky evening look, and the shades can of course be used individually on their own, or in any combination your heart desires.
Sleek claims that these eye shadows are super-pigmented and long-lasting, and I do agree with this, especially for the darker shades, while some of the lighter colours do come up a little sheer. As for wear, they have a reasonable wear, though they do settle a little into fine lines, but that's pretty standard for my combination skin, and nothing using an eyeshadow primer first can't fix.
What caught my eye next was the Sleek Face Contour Kit which contains a pressed contouring powder and a highlighter in one. The matte contouring powder helps sculpt and define the face, while the illuminating and shimmery highlighter helps highlight, so with this duo you an be one step closer to a chiselled cheeks, or a more slender nose! I got the Dark duo, which unfortunately is a tad dark for my medium beige skintone, containing a dark brown contouring powder and an apricot shaded highlighter - no denying that the light or the medium kit would have been a better match, that said, I can still make it work by applying a little less. Each of the powders are soft and applies easily, and can also easily be built up to be quite intense if desired.
Next up is the Sleek Blush in Pixie Pink which is a bright pink shade. I wouldn't normally purchase such a bright shade myself, as it does look a little too bold in the packaging, and I usually prefer a more muted dusty rose shade, but I am pleasantly surprised at how much 'fresher' it made my tired face look, making my cheeks looking very flushed. The blush applies matte, and is soft and can be built up if you like.
Finally, onto the lip products. The Sleek Matte Me Lipgloss in the shade Petal is a pale dusty rose shade, and it is incredibly light with an almost powdery feel. And as it is so light, you almost can't tell that you are wearing. Very surprisingly, it is extremely long wearing, and just one coat is enough to make it last hours, and even when it has faded, it does so evenly, leaving a stained look on the lips. It does leave the lips feeling a little dry, but using a clear lip balm first does help significantly. And then finally, the Sleek True Colour Lipstick in Mystic, which is a bright fuchsia/purple shade, and definitely not a shade that usually wear, being a tad conservative. This lipstick also applies matte, and is also very pigmented, and consequently it also has a good wear of 5-6 hours before I feel I need to reapply. Again, it is a tad drying in the lips, so a slick of lip balm first, is always a good idea here too.
All the products come packaged in sleek, yep, sleep black matte slimline packaging, which is simple, yet stunning. The stand-out products from this batch, was for me the i-divine eye palette, as it simply contains shades I usually reach for. Also the blush as I'm really enjoying this shade and it is very different to anything else that I have in my makeup collection. I also really enjoy the lipgloss, and may look into getting my hands on a few additional shades. As for the Contour Kit and the Lipstick, unfortunately those were just not quite my shades, which does make it a little more difficult to form an opinion, but I certainly wouldn't mind checking out other shades available in the range.
Overall, I am pleasantly surprised by the quality of these products, considering their purse-friendly prices. I'm glad I finally got to try some of these products, and will definitely be looking to get hold of more in the future.
Sleek Cosmetics i-Divine Eyeshadow Palette - RRP: $19.95 / 12 x 1.1g
Sleek Cosmetics Face Contour Kit - RRP: $21.95 / 14g
Sleek Cosmetics Blush - RRP: $14.95 / 8g
Sleek Cosmetics Matte Me Lipgloss - RRP: $14.95 / 6ml
Sleek Cosmetics True Colour Lipstick - RRP: $16.95 / 3.5g
Sleek Cosmetics is available from Target
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
One of the stand-outs was no doubt the Sleek i-Divine Eyeshadow Palettes in the shade Au Natural, which contains 12 shades ranging from an off-white to a black, with countless of beige, apricot, taupe and chocolate shades in between, and as someone who rarely uses anything but beige and brownish shades on my eyes, the colour selection in this palette is perfect. The shades range between matte, pearlescent and shimmery, so you can create anything from a basic day look to a smoky evening look, and the shades can of course be used individually on their own, or in any combination your heart desires.
Sleek claims that these eye shadows are super-pigmented and long-lasting, and I do agree with this, especially for the darker shades, while some of the lighter colours do come up a little sheer. As for wear, they have a reasonable wear, though they do settle a little into fine lines, but that's pretty standard for my combination skin, and nothing using an eyeshadow primer first can't fix.
What caught my eye next was the Sleek Face Contour Kit which contains a pressed contouring powder and a highlighter in one. The matte contouring powder helps sculpt and define the face, while the illuminating and shimmery highlighter helps highlight, so with this duo you an be one step closer to a chiselled cheeks, or a more slender nose! I got the Dark duo, which unfortunately is a tad dark for my medium beige skintone, containing a dark brown contouring powder and an apricot shaded highlighter - no denying that the light or the medium kit would have been a better match, that said, I can still make it work by applying a little less. Each of the powders are soft and applies easily, and can also easily be built up to be quite intense if desired.
Next up is the Sleek Blush in Pixie Pink which is a bright pink shade. I wouldn't normally purchase such a bright shade myself, as it does look a little too bold in the packaging, and I usually prefer a more muted dusty rose shade, but I am pleasantly surprised at how much 'fresher' it made my tired face look, making my cheeks looking very flushed. The blush applies matte, and is soft and can be built up if you like.
Finally, onto the lip products. The Sleek Matte Me Lipgloss in the shade Petal is a pale dusty rose shade, and it is incredibly light with an almost powdery feel. And as it is so light, you almost can't tell that you are wearing. Very surprisingly, it is extremely long wearing, and just one coat is enough to make it last hours, and even when it has faded, it does so evenly, leaving a stained look on the lips. It does leave the lips feeling a little dry, but using a clear lip balm first does help significantly. And then finally, the Sleek True Colour Lipstick in Mystic, which is a bright fuchsia/purple shade, and definitely not a shade that usually wear, being a tad conservative. This lipstick also applies matte, and is also very pigmented, and consequently it also has a good wear of 5-6 hours before I feel I need to reapply. Again, it is a tad drying in the lips, so a slick of lip balm first, is always a good idea here too.
All the products come packaged in sleek, yep, sleep black matte slimline packaging, which is simple, yet stunning. The stand-out products from this batch, was for me the i-divine eye palette, as it simply contains shades I usually reach for. Also the blush as I'm really enjoying this shade and it is very different to anything else that I have in my makeup collection. I also really enjoy the lipgloss, and may look into getting my hands on a few additional shades. As for the Contour Kit and the Lipstick, unfortunately those were just not quite my shades, which does make it a little more difficult to form an opinion, but I certainly wouldn't mind checking out other shades available in the range.
Overall, I am pleasantly surprised by the quality of these products, considering their purse-friendly prices. I'm glad I finally got to try some of these products, and will definitely be looking to get hold of more in the future.
Sleek Cosmetics i-Divine Eyeshadow Palette - RRP: $19.95 / 12 x 1.1g
Sleek Cosmetics Face Contour Kit - RRP: $21.95 / 14g
Sleek Cosmetics Blush - RRP: $14.95 / 8g
Sleek Cosmetics Matte Me Lipgloss - RRP: $14.95 / 6ml
Sleek Cosmetics True Colour Lipstick - RRP: $16.95 / 3.5g
Sleek Cosmetics is available from Target
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
22 April 2016
PRODUCT REVIEW: RIMMEL LONDON #INSTAFLAWLESS, SCULPTING & HIGHLIGHTING KIT AND LIP CONDITIONING BALM
Today I'd like to share with you some newly launched products from Rimmel London, which includes the #InstaFlawless Perfecting, Radiant Skin Tint, Sculpting & Highlighting Kit and Lip Conditioning Balm by Kate SPF15;
The #InstaFlawless Perfecting, Radiant Skin Tint is a multi-functional product that has several functions from being a primer, a tinted moisturiser and a moisturiser with SPF.
Primes and perfects the skin, erases signs of fatigue, making the skin tone look more even and brighter while giving it a natural-looking radiant glow. It also moisturises the skin for 24 hours and comes with SPF15 to protect the skin from the sun's harmful rays.
The #InstaFlawless Perfecting, Radiant Skin Tint, is like a tinted moisturiser and has a very light and thin formula and it absorbs quickly and easily into the skin, with a nice dewy finish, and a light coverage, yet surprisingly it does manage to minimise the look of my pigmentation and even out my skin tone and give my skin a nice healthy glow, but I still need my usual concealer to cover and hide more prominent marks. It can be used both on its own, or it can also be used underneath your usual foundation, but I must admit to only having used it on its own.
The tint claims to after just seven day's wear, leave the skin more even and with a radiant glow, but I have to say that I have not noticed any permanent change to the look of my skin, apart from when I'm actually wearing the tint.
The tint works well on my combination skin, but the usual shiny t-zone does appear by the afternoon, so a touch up is required. Regardless, I do enjoy using this #InstaFlawless Perfecting, Radiant Skin Tint, as a tinted moisturiser on those days I am just after a quick and simple casual look.
Next is the Rimmel Sculpting & Highlighting Kit, which is the product I am most excited about. All major brands are bringing out sculpting palettes at the moment so that you can use light and shade to help enhance and downplay facial features and sculpt the cheeks you've dreamed of. And well now Rimmel is joining the ranks. This particular kit is made in collaboration with Kate Moss, drawing from her years of experience in sculpting.
The Kate Sculpting & Highlighting Kit is a palette in the shade Coral Glow contains three products – a highlighter, a shading powder and a blush, that you use in combination to create a healthy, radiant, defined and sculpted look.
The kit contains a soft pale shimmery highlighter in a champagne shade that can be used to highlight areas that naturally catch the light - cheek bones, brow bones, the centre of the chin, forehead and bridge of the nose. It also contains a darker shading powder to contour and recede areas of the face that you don’t want to emphasise, such as the sides of the nose, jaw line and hairline. And finally, it also has a powder blush in a coral shade gives definition and colour to the cheeks and added warmth to the whole face.
All three products have a slight bit of shimmer throughout, but it is still quite subtle. They powders are creamy and soft and easy to apply and blend, and you can apply just a little, or if you're after a more dramatic sculpted look, you can also build up the colours to your liking. The shades in the compact suits my medium skin tone quite well.
The palette comes in an on-trend rose gold palette, with the powders on a diagonal line.
Overall I think Rimmel has nailed it with this Sculpting and Highlighting Kit, and I know I'll be reaching for it a lot over the coming months.
Finally, there's the Lip Conditioning Balm By Kate SPF15. I didn't really expect to see a lip balm from Rimmel, but I guess not. The perfect lip does require moisturised lips! Unlike other lip balms, this one has been specifically designed to be used underneath your regular lipstick, without disturbing the colour or longevity of the lipstick, yet while keeping your lips soft and moisturised for up to 8hours. Used on its own, it gives the lips a subtle sheen.
The Lip Balm is enriched with caster oil and pomegranate extract to help no only moisturise lips hours, but also give relief for dry and cracked lips.
I didn't really think I needed a lip balm to go under my lipsticks - I usually only apply lip balm once a day, just before going to bed, and that is more than sufficient for me - but I do really like how it makes wearing even a very comfortable lipstick even more comfortable!
The lip balm comes packaged in the same style as the usual Kate Lipsticks, only it is white, and it has a lovely fruity scent too! Well done Rimmel for discovering a need I didn't know had!
Rimmel London #InstaFlawless Perfecting, Radiant Skin Tint - RRP: $13.95 / 30ml
Rimmel London Sculpting & Highlighting Kit - RRP: $16.95 / 18.5g
Rimmel London Lip Conditioning Balm by Kate SPF15 - RRP: $9.95 / 4g
Rimmel London is available from Priceline, selected Coles and Woolworths, Chemist Warehouse, Target, Kmart, BIG W
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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The #InstaFlawless Perfecting, Radiant Skin Tint is a multi-functional product that has several functions from being a primer, a tinted moisturiser and a moisturiser with SPF.
Primes and perfects the skin, erases signs of fatigue, making the skin tone look more even and brighter while giving it a natural-looking radiant glow. It also moisturises the skin for 24 hours and comes with SPF15 to protect the skin from the sun's harmful rays.
The #InstaFlawless Perfecting, Radiant Skin Tint, is like a tinted moisturiser and has a very light and thin formula and it absorbs quickly and easily into the skin, with a nice dewy finish, and a light coverage, yet surprisingly it does manage to minimise the look of my pigmentation and even out my skin tone and give my skin a nice healthy glow, but I still need my usual concealer to cover and hide more prominent marks. It can be used both on its own, or it can also be used underneath your usual foundation, but I must admit to only having used it on its own.
The tint claims to after just seven day's wear, leave the skin more even and with a radiant glow, but I have to say that I have not noticed any permanent change to the look of my skin, apart from when I'm actually wearing the tint.
The tint works well on my combination skin, but the usual shiny t-zone does appear by the afternoon, so a touch up is required. Regardless, I do enjoy using this #InstaFlawless Perfecting, Radiant Skin Tint, as a tinted moisturiser on those days I am just after a quick and simple casual look.
Next is the Rimmel Sculpting & Highlighting Kit, which is the product I am most excited about. All major brands are bringing out sculpting palettes at the moment so that you can use light and shade to help enhance and downplay facial features and sculpt the cheeks you've dreamed of. And well now Rimmel is joining the ranks. This particular kit is made in collaboration with Kate Moss, drawing from her years of experience in sculpting.
The Kate Sculpting & Highlighting Kit is a palette in the shade Coral Glow contains three products – a highlighter, a shading powder and a blush, that you use in combination to create a healthy, radiant, defined and sculpted look.
The kit contains a soft pale shimmery highlighter in a champagne shade that can be used to highlight areas that naturally catch the light - cheek bones, brow bones, the centre of the chin, forehead and bridge of the nose. It also contains a darker shading powder to contour and recede areas of the face that you don’t want to emphasise, such as the sides of the nose, jaw line and hairline. And finally, it also has a powder blush in a coral shade gives definition and colour to the cheeks and added warmth to the whole face.
All three products have a slight bit of shimmer throughout, but it is still quite subtle. They powders are creamy and soft and easy to apply and blend, and you can apply just a little, or if you're after a more dramatic sculpted look, you can also build up the colours to your liking. The shades in the compact suits my medium skin tone quite well.
The palette comes in an on-trend rose gold palette, with the powders on a diagonal line.
Overall I think Rimmel has nailed it with this Sculpting and Highlighting Kit, and I know I'll be reaching for it a lot over the coming months.
Finally, there's the Lip Conditioning Balm By Kate SPF15. I didn't really expect to see a lip balm from Rimmel, but I guess not. The perfect lip does require moisturised lips! Unlike other lip balms, this one has been specifically designed to be used underneath your regular lipstick, without disturbing the colour or longevity of the lipstick, yet while keeping your lips soft and moisturised for up to 8hours. Used on its own, it gives the lips a subtle sheen.
The Lip Balm is enriched with caster oil and pomegranate extract to help no only moisturise lips hours, but also give relief for dry and cracked lips.
I didn't really think I needed a lip balm to go under my lipsticks - I usually only apply lip balm once a day, just before going to bed, and that is more than sufficient for me - but I do really like how it makes wearing even a very comfortable lipstick even more comfortable!
The lip balm comes packaged in the same style as the usual Kate Lipsticks, only it is white, and it has a lovely fruity scent too! Well done Rimmel for discovering a need I didn't know had!
Rimmel London #InstaFlawless Perfecting, Radiant Skin Tint - RRP: $13.95 / 30ml
Rimmel London Sculpting & Highlighting Kit - RRP: $16.95 / 18.5g
Rimmel London Lip Conditioning Balm by Kate SPF15 - RRP: $9.95 / 4g
Rimmel London is available from Priceline, selected Coles and Woolworths, Chemist Warehouse, Target, Kmart, BIG W
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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