2 August 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: MILANI COSMETICS SPOTLIGHT STROBE PALETE, MATTE LIP CREME, LIP COLOUR REMOVER AND LUXE LIP TREATMENT
One of those brand that is very hyped about at the moment is Milani Cosmetics. I was very late to the party and only just recently tried out a selection of their products (which you can read more about here), and there's no denying that the products exceed all expectations. Today I'm excited to share with you some additional products…
First up is the Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face and Eye Strobe Palette in Sunlight, which is available in three shades, and I put the darkest shade, Golden Light, to the test. This palette is incredibly beautiful with its wavy design, which is made up from three different shades, a rose gold, a bronze and a gold. And it is truly the most versatile multitasking illuminating palette you'll come across, as it can be used as blush, highlighter on the cheek bones, cupids bow, brow bone, eye shadow and accent for the most stunning luminous glow. The shades are all very buildable, so you can apply just a touch for everyday use, or build up for a night out. I especially love the bronze shade as an eye shadow, and the rose gold on my cheeks. This colour combination is perhaps a tad dark for my current winter-pale skin, but will be absolutely perfect come summer and my skin gets slightly tanned, so for now, I wouldn't mind checking out a paler shade on my pale skin now.
The Milani Rose Powder Blush is without a doubt one of those makeup items that is featured the most amongst beauty bloggers, and with good reason as is it so incredibly stunning with its rose embossed design. But it is also such a beautiful blush to wear. I tried the shade Romantic Rose to the test, which is a matte nude dusty rose shade. And this shade is the best shade for those with pale skin, giving you a beautiful and very natural blushed cheek. Perfect for everyday makeup, or a barely there look, also because it applies with just a very subtle sheen. It is quite pigmented, so you have the choice if you want to apply just a sheer wash of colour, or have a more intense look. Just incredible, and worth all the hype.
The blush comes in a golden compact with a clear lid, so you can see and admire the beautiful embossing - and unlike the Baked Blush, this one doesn't come with a brush or mirror included, which does make the packing slightly more slimline and stylish, and again, I actually personally prefer this and leave the little brush out.
First up is the Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face and Eye Strobe Palette in Sunlight, which is available in three shades, and I put the darkest shade, Golden Light, to the test. This palette is incredibly beautiful with its wavy design, which is made up from three different shades, a rose gold, a bronze and a gold. And it is truly the most versatile multitasking illuminating palette you'll come across, as it can be used as blush, highlighter on the cheek bones, cupids bow, brow bone, eye shadow and accent for the most stunning luminous glow. The shades are all very buildable, so you can apply just a touch for everyday use, or build up for a night out. I especially love the bronze shade as an eye shadow, and the rose gold on my cheeks. This colour combination is perhaps a tad dark for my current winter-pale skin, but will be absolutely perfect come summer and my skin gets slightly tanned, so for now, I wouldn't mind checking out a paler shade on my pale skin now.
The Milani Rose Powder Blush is without a doubt one of those makeup items that is featured the most amongst beauty bloggers, and with good reason as is it so incredibly stunning with its rose embossed design. But it is also such a beautiful blush to wear. I tried the shade Romantic Rose to the test, which is a matte nude dusty rose shade. And this shade is the best shade for those with pale skin, giving you a beautiful and very natural blushed cheek. Perfect for everyday makeup, or a barely there look, also because it applies with just a very subtle sheen. It is quite pigmented, so you have the choice if you want to apply just a sheer wash of colour, or have a more intense look. Just incredible, and worth all the hype.
The blush comes in a golden compact with a clear lid, so you can see and admire the beautiful embossing - and unlike the Baked Blush, this one doesn't come with a brush or mirror included, which does make the packing slightly more slimline and stylish, and again, I actually personally prefer this and leave the little brush out.
Then there's the Milani Cosmetics Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment, and here I have to admit that I am completely new to lip oils. I have heard some many rave about lip oils, but just never gotten around to trying some, so very excited about this one. This one, formulated with the natural healing power of Jojoba, Avocado and Tsubaki Oil. As an added benefit, each if the 8 shades in the range is infused with different nutrient-dense oils that treat a specific concern. I tried the shade 07 Protecting Pomegranate, and it seriously has the most divine fruity scent. My lips are not usually dry, but do get drier in winter, and just one application of this, and my lips are left so soft. I love the huge sponge applicator, and the moisturisng ultra glossy finish and just a tint of the red shade. And I really love that it doesn't just sit on top of the lips like any other gloss, but that the oils absorbs into the lips to help treat and protect them. I am loving this Lip Oil, and will have to get my hands on a few extra shades and treatment options.
Next is the Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème, which are liquid-to-matte lip crème, that formula dries to a soft, velvety matte finish. And as promised, they are very pigmented and saturated, so you get a bold opaque colour with just one swipe. The doe applicator makes it easy to apply, and shortly after it dries to the matte look. As with most matte lipsticks, I do find that it can make you lips look and feel dry, so my tip is to use a good lip balm prior to applying it, and once that has absorbed, apply the lip crème. This lip crème also stays put quite well, I managed to get approx. 5-6 hours wear, even surviving a few drinks without transferring, but then it does start to flake and look dry. I do find that I need to use a makeup remover or micellar water or if I'm on the go, a makeup wipe, to remove it completely, as I find that re-applying, doesn't give the greatest result, again as you start out from having dry lips! I do love the look and wear of these, and the shade I tried, Fabulous, is a stunning dark berry-red shade, so whenever I wear it when I'm out and about, I simply carry a travel pack of wipes (which I usually do anyway), and its well worth it. They are available in a massive 23 different shades, so definitely something for everyone
The Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème, which are essentially the same liquid to matte lipsticks, but with tiny metallic shimmer particles that give the lips a subtle sheen, while still offering the same bold, intense colour payoff. It is also long wearing, promising up to 16 hours of wear. I don't quite feel that I can get that many hours, but usually manage 5+ hours before I feel I need to reapply (as above), but personally I also find that is very reasonable. These metallic versions are available in 15 shades, and I tried the colour Mattely In Love, which is a gorgeous red shade.
Speaking of removing these long-wearing lipsticks, of colours, of course Milani Cosmetics has thought about it with the Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover. This remover is made with safflower and grapeseed oil base with conditioners, and has a thick jelly consistency. And it is truly fantastic, just a tiny bit massaged into your lips, will remove stubborn lip colours, while still being very gentle, and the hydrating formula helps nourish and keep the lips soft and smooth. I I never knew I needed this, but now that I've tried it, I wouldn’t want to be without it.
Finally, there's the Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment restores your dry lips and prevents lips from becoming chapped. The treatment contains Shea Butter to moisturise, well as coconut, olive, sweet almond, macadamia, jojoba, and argan oils to hydrate, while also promising to smoothe, soothe, comfort and minimise fine lines. The pale pink treatment comes in a cute little jar, and I have to admit that I would have preferred if it had come in a tube or stick, as it is simply easier to apply. But that said, it feels lovely on the lips, almost immediately absorbing, leaving the lips feeling soft and nourished, and without any greasiness. A great treatment to get your lips into shape, and to use before applying the long-wearing lipsticks.
So there you have it, another amazing selection of products from Milani, and yet again, the products have not failed to impress, so make sure you go check them out too.
Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face & Eye Strobe Palette - RRP: $25.95 / 5g
Next is the Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème, which are liquid-to-matte lip crème, that formula dries to a soft, velvety matte finish. And as promised, they are very pigmented and saturated, so you get a bold opaque colour with just one swipe. The doe applicator makes it easy to apply, and shortly after it dries to the matte look. As with most matte lipsticks, I do find that it can make you lips look and feel dry, so my tip is to use a good lip balm prior to applying it, and once that has absorbed, apply the lip crème. This lip crème also stays put quite well, I managed to get approx. 5-6 hours wear, even surviving a few drinks without transferring, but then it does start to flake and look dry. I do find that I need to use a makeup remover or micellar water or if I'm on the go, a makeup wipe, to remove it completely, as I find that re-applying, doesn't give the greatest result, again as you start out from having dry lips! I do love the look and wear of these, and the shade I tried, Fabulous, is a stunning dark berry-red shade, so whenever I wear it when I'm out and about, I simply carry a travel pack of wipes (which I usually do anyway), and its well worth it. They are available in a massive 23 different shades, so definitely something for everyone
The Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème, which are essentially the same liquid to matte lipsticks, but with tiny metallic shimmer particles that give the lips a subtle sheen, while still offering the same bold, intense colour payoff. It is also long wearing, promising up to 16 hours of wear. I don't quite feel that I can get that many hours, but usually manage 5+ hours before I feel I need to reapply (as above), but personally I also find that is very reasonable. These metallic versions are available in 15 shades, and I tried the colour Mattely In Love, which is a gorgeous red shade.
Speaking of removing these long-wearing lipsticks, of colours, of course Milani Cosmetics has thought about it with the Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover. This remover is made with safflower and grapeseed oil base with conditioners, and has a thick jelly consistency. And it is truly fantastic, just a tiny bit massaged into your lips, will remove stubborn lip colours, while still being very gentle, and the hydrating formula helps nourish and keep the lips soft and smooth. I I never knew I needed this, but now that I've tried it, I wouldn’t want to be without it.
Finally, there's the Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment restores your dry lips and prevents lips from becoming chapped. The treatment contains Shea Butter to moisturise, well as coconut, olive, sweet almond, macadamia, jojoba, and argan oils to hydrate, while also promising to smoothe, soothe, comfort and minimise fine lines. The pale pink treatment comes in a cute little jar, and I have to admit that I would have preferred if it had come in a tube or stick, as it is simply easier to apply. But that said, it feels lovely on the lips, almost immediately absorbing, leaving the lips feeling soft and nourished, and without any greasiness. A great treatment to get your lips into shape, and to use before applying the long-wearing lipsticks.
So there you have it, another amazing selection of products from Milani, and yet again, the products have not failed to impress, so make sure you go check them out too.
Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face & Eye Strobe Palette - RRP: $25.95 / 5g
Milani Cosmetics Rose Blush - RRP: $17.95 / 17g
Milani Cosmetics Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment - RRP:$17.95 / 2.85g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 6g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 7g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover - RRP: $18.95 / 12g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment - RRP: $19.95 / 6g
Available from Milani Cosmetics Online, as well as some products are available from The Beauty Drawers
* Products have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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Milani Cosmetics Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment - RRP:$17.95 / 2.85g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 6g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 7g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover - RRP: $18.95 / 12g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment - RRP: $19.95 / 6g
Available from Milani Cosmetics Online, as well as some products are available from The Beauty Drawers
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21 July 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: MILANI BLUSH, BRONZER, AND SETTING SPRAY FROM THE BEAUTY DRAWERS
One of those brands there has been so much hype about amongst beauty editors and bloggers, is Milani Cosmetics, and in particular about their blushes, though lately more of their different products are also getting a lot of mentions. I am not sure why I have never actually gotten around to trying their products, until I was so lucky to get a few sent to me thanks to being a brand ambassador for the new online store The Beauty Drawers.
Lets start with the Milani Cosmetics Baked Blush. These blushes are made from being baked in the sun, on terracotta tiles in Italy, which does give them an added charm. At the Beauty Drawers, they are available in a massive 11 shades, and I put three of those to the test;
As promised these blushes are insanely pigmented so you can build them up to be very intense and vibrant, and you have to be cautious that you don't apply too much. A little seriously goes a long way, and the tiniest bit is sufficient for a sheer yet glowing and radiant look.
The blushes come in little round golden pots with a clear lid, and underneath the blush you'll find a tiny brush and also a mirror. The little brush is as such soft enough, but personally I prefer to use my own larger and softer brushes, also as I find you'll get a better and more blended result. But if you do tend to apply makeup on the go, the included brush and mirror is certainly a great touch.
The three shades I tried are all gorgeous their own right, but if I had to pick a favourite, it would probably be Corallina, followed by Dolce Pink. I do also like Red Vino, but the darker shade means that I think it will suit pale my skin tone a little better during summer when I have a slight tan.
At the low price of just $15.95, these blushes are seriously a great buy, and I already know that I’ll need to get my hands on a few more shades from the range.
Next up is the Milani Cosmetics Rose Powder Blush. This is seriously the most stunning blush you ever did see with its embossed rose, so no wonder you'll find more pictures of this one all over Instagram. This Rose blush is available in three gorgeous shades from The Beauty Drawers and I put the shade Romantic Rose to the test, which is a matte nude dusty rose shade. And this shade is the best shade for those with pale skin, giving you a beautiful and very natural blushed cheek. Perfect for everyday makeup, or a barely there look, also because it applies with just a very subtle sheen. Absolutely stunning. And as with the baked blushes, this one is also quite pigmented, so you have the choice if you want to apply just a sheer wash of colour, or have a more intense look.
The blush comes in a golden compact with a clear lid, so you can see and admire the beautiful embossing - and unlike the Baked Blush, this one doesn't come with a brush or mirror included, which does make the packing slightly more slimline and stylish, and again, I actually personally prefer this and leave the little brush out.
The blush is seriously stunning, both to look at and to use, that again, I think I'll need more of these in my life. And yet again, considering the high quality, it comes at a bargain price of just $17.95, also because it holds a massive 17g, which is a lot of a blush!
Then there's the Milani Cosmetics Baked Bronzer, which is also baked on Italian terracotta tiles. It is available in three shades, and I put the shade, Dolce to the test, which I believe is the darkest shade. However, even it is still perfect for my medium beige skin, and the bronzer swirled with shimmer, gives a lovely natural glowing finish. I am not usually a huge fan of shimmery bronzers as I feel they often end up being too shimmery and glittery, plus makes my combination skin look even greasier, but this one only has the tiniest amount of shimmer, giving the skin a lovely radiant and healthy sheen. It comes in a round compact, with the included small brush and mirror underneath the actual bronzer, and again, I much prefer, and feel I get a much better and more natural and even finish if I apply with a larger and softer powder brush, that said, it is certainly a great inclusion if you tend to apply makeup on the go.
Finally, there's the Milani Cosmetics Make it Dewy Setting Spray, which is the ultimate 3-in-1 product that will hydrate, illuminate and set. It spray can be used both under makeup for a moisture boost, as well as on top to set the makeup and make it last up to 16 hours without creasing, smudging or fading, even my combination skin. It also gives the skin a lovely radiant healthy glow. The spray applies in a super fine mist and has a lovely cooling and refreshing feeling on the skin, so you can also use it throughout the day to freshen up. It has the most beautiful fresh fruity scent, thanks to containing extracts from among others water melon. Another must try from the brand.
So there you have it. I am honestly not sure why I have not gotten around to trying anything from Milani Cosmetics before, as these products are seriously amazing. The quality is so high considering their very affordable prices. I know I'll be reaching for these products again and again, and now even more keen than ever trying even more products from the brand. I highly recommend that you try them too!
Milani Cosmetics Baked Blush - RRP: $15.95 / 3.5g
Milani Cosmetics Rose Blush - RRP: $17.95 / 17g
Milani Cosmetics Baked Bronzer - RRP: $16.95 / 7g
Milani Cosmetics Make it Dewy Setting Spray - RRP: $22.95 / 60ml
Available from the Available from The Beauty Drawers
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Lets start with the Milani Cosmetics Baked Blush. These blushes are made from being baked in the sun, on terracotta tiles in Italy, which does give them an added charm. At the Beauty Drawers, they are available in a massive 11 shades, and I put three of those to the test;
- Dolce Pink - The palest of the three, a beautiful hot pink that has been swirled together with a lighter pink shade, along with golden shimmery particles
- Corallina - A darker, coral pinky-red shade, swirled together with a pale pearlescent shade, again with shimmery particles
- Red Vino - The darkest of the three, a burgundy-red wine shade with swirled together with a golden shade, and again with the shimmer
As promised these blushes are insanely pigmented so you can build them up to be very intense and vibrant, and you have to be cautious that you don't apply too much. A little seriously goes a long way, and the tiniest bit is sufficient for a sheer yet glowing and radiant look.
The blushes come in little round golden pots with a clear lid, and underneath the blush you'll find a tiny brush and also a mirror. The little brush is as such soft enough, but personally I prefer to use my own larger and softer brushes, also as I find you'll get a better and more blended result. But if you do tend to apply makeup on the go, the included brush and mirror is certainly a great touch.
The three shades I tried are all gorgeous their own right, but if I had to pick a favourite, it would probably be Corallina, followed by Dolce Pink. I do also like Red Vino, but the darker shade means that I think it will suit pale my skin tone a little better during summer when I have a slight tan.
At the low price of just $15.95, these blushes are seriously a great buy, and I already know that I’ll need to get my hands on a few more shades from the range.
Next up is the Milani Cosmetics Rose Powder Blush. This is seriously the most stunning blush you ever did see with its embossed rose, so no wonder you'll find more pictures of this one all over Instagram. This Rose blush is available in three gorgeous shades from The Beauty Drawers and I put the shade Romantic Rose to the test, which is a matte nude dusty rose shade. And this shade is the best shade for those with pale skin, giving you a beautiful and very natural blushed cheek. Perfect for everyday makeup, or a barely there look, also because it applies with just a very subtle sheen. Absolutely stunning. And as with the baked blushes, this one is also quite pigmented, so you have the choice if you want to apply just a sheer wash of colour, or have a more intense look.
The blush comes in a golden compact with a clear lid, so you can see and admire the beautiful embossing - and unlike the Baked Blush, this one doesn't come with a brush or mirror included, which does make the packing slightly more slimline and stylish, and again, I actually personally prefer this and leave the little brush out.
The blush is seriously stunning, both to look at and to use, that again, I think I'll need more of these in my life. And yet again, considering the high quality, it comes at a bargain price of just $17.95, also because it holds a massive 17g, which is a lot of a blush!
Then there's the Milani Cosmetics Baked Bronzer, which is also baked on Italian terracotta tiles. It is available in three shades, and I put the shade, Dolce to the test, which I believe is the darkest shade. However, even it is still perfect for my medium beige skin, and the bronzer swirled with shimmer, gives a lovely natural glowing finish. I am not usually a huge fan of shimmery bronzers as I feel they often end up being too shimmery and glittery, plus makes my combination skin look even greasier, but this one only has the tiniest amount of shimmer, giving the skin a lovely radiant and healthy sheen. It comes in a round compact, with the included small brush and mirror underneath the actual bronzer, and again, I much prefer, and feel I get a much better and more natural and even finish if I apply with a larger and softer powder brush, that said, it is certainly a great inclusion if you tend to apply makeup on the go.
Finally, there's the Milani Cosmetics Make it Dewy Setting Spray, which is the ultimate 3-in-1 product that will hydrate, illuminate and set. It spray can be used both under makeup for a moisture boost, as well as on top to set the makeup and make it last up to 16 hours without creasing, smudging or fading, even my combination skin. It also gives the skin a lovely radiant healthy glow. The spray applies in a super fine mist and has a lovely cooling and refreshing feeling on the skin, so you can also use it throughout the day to freshen up. It has the most beautiful fresh fruity scent, thanks to containing extracts from among others water melon. Another must try from the brand.
So there you have it. I am honestly not sure why I have not gotten around to trying anything from Milani Cosmetics before, as these products are seriously amazing. The quality is so high considering their very affordable prices. I know I'll be reaching for these products again and again, and now even more keen than ever trying even more products from the brand. I highly recommend that you try them too!
Milani Cosmetics Baked Blush - RRP: $15.95 / 3.5g
Milani Cosmetics Rose Blush - RRP: $17.95 / 17g
Milani Cosmetics Baked Bronzer - RRP: $16.95 / 7g
Milani Cosmetics Make it Dewy Setting Spray - RRP: $22.95 / 60ml
Available from the Available from The Beauty Drawers
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11 June 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: SUVA BEAUTY NEUTRAL NECESSITY EYESHADOW PALETTE FROM THE BEAUTY DRAWERS
Today I am excited to share with you an absolutely stunning eye shadow palette from Suva Beauty, which I am trialling as a part of being an official brand ambassador for the newly opened Australian online beauty store, The Beauty Drawers.
To be quite honest, I had never heard of Suva Beauty before. I have no idea why, perhaps because I don't believe that the brand has actually been available for purchase in Australia before it became available through the Beauty Drawers. I am not sure, but when I realised that the brand has a massive cult following on their social media, including over 170K on their Instagram, I did get even more curious about the brand. The brand is founded by Shaina Azad, a Youtube beauty guru, who is also a TV, film and bridal makeup artist.
The Natural Necessity eyeshadow palette is a palette intended for everyday use, but which can be used for everything from day to evening looks. It contains 8 matte shades, which include;
Top Row;
All the shades are huge, 4g each - in comparison, I have just checked a handful of my other eyeshadow palettes, and each shade is around 1g each! I admit that I have a huge makeup collection, so I swap and change the products I use a lot, so this palette will literally last me a lifetime! And I guess, essentially, I would probably rather slightly smaller shades, and a few more different ones in the palette in stead. That said, with some of these shades, I actually find that they can double as blushes as well!!
I also admit to being a tad conservative when it comes to my makeup, usually sticking to neutrals, so the darker brighter fuchsia Hookah shade initially scared me, but if you use it very sparingly, and blend, blend, blend, you can actually also use it as a blush. An the same goes for the dusty pastel pink shade, Turkish Bath, and the coral pink shade, Lock Bridge.
In addition, the two brown shades, Islander and Madrid, can essentially also be used for contouring if you like!
Overall, l this is really a great basic palette, which includes all the shades you'll need for a neutral look, whether you prefer it simple or bold. I am quite impressed with the quality and wear of these shades, and can definitely see myself reaching for this in the coming months, a well as I wouldn't mind getting hold of a few shimmery shades as well.
Suva Beauty Neutral Necessity Eye Shadow Palette - RRP: $69.95 / 8 x 4g
Available from The Beauty Drawers
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To be quite honest, I had never heard of Suva Beauty before. I have no idea why, perhaps because I don't believe that the brand has actually been available for purchase in Australia before it became available through the Beauty Drawers. I am not sure, but when I realised that the brand has a massive cult following on their social media, including over 170K on their Instagram, I did get even more curious about the brand. The brand is founded by Shaina Azad, a Youtube beauty guru, who is also a TV, film and bridal makeup artist.
The Natural Necessity eyeshadow palette is a palette intended for everyday use, but which can be used for everything from day to evening looks. It contains 8 matte shades, which include;
Top Row;
- Prohibition Pub - a pure white shade
- Turkish Bath - a dusty pastel pink shade
- Lock Bridge - a coral pink shade
- Shanghai Nights - a pale pastel pink
- Night Market - a black
- Islander - a dark chocolate brown
- Hookah - a fuchsia/burgundy shade
- Madrid - a chocolate brown shade
As promised, these shades are all very soft, and have a high pigmentation, even the white and the black shades, which I otherwise often can find are not as pigmented in some brands. The are all very easy to apply and blend, whether you like just a touch of colour, or if you want to build it up to an intense look. And regardless, the shades wear really well throughout the day, with minimal fall-out, and without settling into fine lines - and that's on my slightly greasy eyelids!
All the shades are huge, 4g each - in comparison, I have just checked a handful of my other eyeshadow palettes, and each shade is around 1g each! I admit that I have a huge makeup collection, so I swap and change the products I use a lot, so this palette will literally last me a lifetime! And I guess, essentially, I would probably rather slightly smaller shades, and a few more different ones in the palette in stead. That said, with some of these shades, I actually find that they can double as blushes as well!!
I also admit to being a tad conservative when it comes to my makeup, usually sticking to neutrals, so the darker brighter fuchsia Hookah shade initially scared me, but if you use it very sparingly, and blend, blend, blend, you can actually also use it as a blush. An the same goes for the dusty pastel pink shade, Turkish Bath, and the coral pink shade, Lock Bridge.
In addition, the two brown shades, Islander and Madrid, can essentially also be used for contouring if you like!
As for my eyes, in addition to the Hookah not being a shade I'd usually reach for, I also find the white Prohibition Pub a little stark, and would have preferred a more off-white shade, and likewise with the black, which however, used with a damp brush, does however double as an eye liner.
That said, I do love the rest o the shades, and find them very wearable, both on their own, or in any combination.
The palette comes in a slim-line cardboard palette with a magnetic closure, and an internal mirror. It doesn't come with any brushes, but personally I don't mind as I always use my own anyway. Due to the sizes of the shadows, it is rather large and also a tad heavy. I also love that you can easily remove the shadows and reuse for with other single eye shadows, or even replace some of the shades you don't like or use. The external has a gorgeous black and white printed design that also features splashes of colour. It also comes in a black box with white Suva logo printed all over it, which does look great.
That said, I do love the rest o the shades, and find them very wearable, both on their own, or in any combination.
The palette comes in a slim-line cardboard palette with a magnetic closure, and an internal mirror. It doesn't come with any brushes, but personally I don't mind as I always use my own anyway. Due to the sizes of the shadows, it is rather large and also a tad heavy. I also love that you can easily remove the shadows and reuse for with other single eye shadows, or even replace some of the shades you don't like or use. The external has a gorgeous black and white printed design that also features splashes of colour. It also comes in a black box with white Suva logo printed all over it, which does look great.
Overall, l this is really a great basic palette, which includes all the shades you'll need for a neutral look, whether you prefer it simple or bold. I am quite impressed with the quality and wear of these shades, and can definitely see myself reaching for this in the coming months, a well as I wouldn't mind getting hold of a few shimmery shades as well.
Suva Beauty Neutral Necessity Eye Shadow Palette - RRP: $69.95 / 8 x 4g
Available from The Beauty Drawers
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10 June 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: LILY LOLO BB CREAM, BLUSH AND NATURAL LIPSTICK FROM THE BEAUTY DRAWERS
As a beauty blogger, I love trying out new beauty products, and one of the things that especially excites me, is trying out new brands. And when I was selected to be an official brand ambassador for the newly opened Australian online beauty store, The Beauty Drawers I was naturally very excited.
One of those brands stocked by The Beauty Drawers is Lily Lolo, a UK brand making mineral makeup, using only materials that are proven to nourish and protect the skin, and thus are free from harmful chemicals such as parabens and phthalates, synthetic perfumes, dyes and anything else that isn't kind to you or your skin. In addition, the products are also certified cruelty free!
I put a selection of products to the test, but let's start with the Lily Lolo BB Cream. This BB Cream contains anti-ageing ingredients to help tone and firm the skin, as well as organic aloe and jojoba oil to moisturise the skin and offer natural anti-oxidants and anti-bacterial protection. The BB Cream is silicone free, and the mineral pigments give the skin a light coverage to help even out the skin tone and blur imperfections for a healthy radiant skin.
The BB Cream, is light and easy to apply and blend, and as promised, it does give my skin a natural look and a dewy radiant finish. It does even out my skin tone nicely, making it look more even, but personally I would have liked it to have a slightly better coverage, but mainly because of my increased pigmentation, blemishes and marks from past acne. But then I have to remind myself that this is a BB Cream only promising light coverage, and not a full-coverage foundation. Usually BB Creams do not last well on my combination skin, but I am actually surprised that with the use of a setting powder as well a setting spray on top, it still manages to stay put most of the day, continuing to look fresh, without settling into my fine lines. The BB Cream only comes in three shades, Fair, Light and Medium - and the Light shade is good match for my medium-beige skin tone, so I can imagine that the limited range of colours may make it difficult for everyone to find a good colour match.
Overall, I really enjoy this BB Cream as does feel lovely to wear and it does give my skin a natural healthy glow.
Then there's the Lily Lolo Pressed Blush in Burst Your Bubble, which comes in cute little round compact with an internal mirror. Burst Your Bubble is described as a 'Matte Bubblegum Pink" but I have to add that I do not find it completely matte, but rather it adds a tiny touch of sheen, which personally I actually don’t mind as it does give the skin a radiant look. The shade is warm dusty rose, which is a perfect shade for everyday wear. The blush as a silky soft and easy to apply and blend with a large blush brush, and as promised, it is quite pigmented, so you an apply it lightly for a sheer natural flushed look, or build it up for a more intense brighter pop of colour if you like. It also has a good wear lasting throughout the day, without the need for a touch up. The blush contains among others jojoba oil, sea holly extract and argan oil for its moisturising and anti-ageing properties.
Finally, there's the Lily Lolo Natural Lipsticks, which are made using among others jojoba oil, rosemary leaf extract and vitamin E to protect your lips and keep them soft and nourished. The lipsticks are soft and creamy, and do feel very comfortable and moisturising on the lips. And even when they've worn off, they leave my lips feeling soft. I tried the shade Desire, which is described as a "Cool Deep Red", or as I'd put it a dark berry/red-wine shade with a touch of sheen, and it is absolutely stunning. The lipstick is fairly pigmented, but it does take a few swipes for a solid colour-payoff, but on the other hand, I do like that you can also just apply it lightly for just a hint of colour. Like most moisturising lipsticks, the wear is not the longest, but that said, I do get 3-4 hours wear, which I do find quite reasonable, It is a gorgeous lipstick, and I love that it doesn’t contain any nasties, including no added fragrance. There are heaps of shades in the range, so definitely worth checking out if you're after a gorgeous lipstick that also keeps your lips soft and moisturised.
And of course I have to mention the gorgeous black and white packaging, which probably know is my favourite combination, as it is simply stunning. The products all come in small cardbox boxes which are white with black ends, and inside printed with the Lily Lolo, "LL' logo. The BB Cream comes in a white tube has a black lid and a nifty pump that makes it easy to dispense just the amount needed. The blush comes in a small round compact that is white underneath, and black on top, just like the lipstick that is black in one end and white in the other. Simple, yet classic and so beautiful.
If you're looking for some gorgeous mineral makeup free from all the chemical nasties, then must check out Lily Lolo
Yes, there are already a lot of other online beauty stores on the market, but what makes The Beauty Drawers different, is the brands they stock, which include so many I've never tried before.
One of those brands stocked by The Beauty Drawers is Lily Lolo, a UK brand making mineral makeup, using only materials that are proven to nourish and protect the skin, and thus are free from harmful chemicals such as parabens and phthalates, synthetic perfumes, dyes and anything else that isn't kind to you or your skin. In addition, the products are also certified cruelty free!
I put a selection of products to the test, but let's start with the Lily Lolo BB Cream. This BB Cream contains anti-ageing ingredients to help tone and firm the skin, as well as organic aloe and jojoba oil to moisturise the skin and offer natural anti-oxidants and anti-bacterial protection. The BB Cream is silicone free, and the mineral pigments give the skin a light coverage to help even out the skin tone and blur imperfections for a healthy radiant skin.
The BB Cream, is light and easy to apply and blend, and as promised, it does give my skin a natural look and a dewy radiant finish. It does even out my skin tone nicely, making it look more even, but personally I would have liked it to have a slightly better coverage, but mainly because of my increased pigmentation, blemishes and marks from past acne. But then I have to remind myself that this is a BB Cream only promising light coverage, and not a full-coverage foundation. Usually BB Creams do not last well on my combination skin, but I am actually surprised that with the use of a setting powder as well a setting spray on top, it still manages to stay put most of the day, continuing to look fresh, without settling into my fine lines. The BB Cream only comes in three shades, Fair, Light and Medium - and the Light shade is good match for my medium-beige skin tone, so I can imagine that the limited range of colours may make it difficult for everyone to find a good colour match.
Overall, I really enjoy this BB Cream as does feel lovely to wear and it does give my skin a natural healthy glow.
Then there's the Lily Lolo Pressed Blush in Burst Your Bubble, which comes in cute little round compact with an internal mirror. Burst Your Bubble is described as a 'Matte Bubblegum Pink" but I have to add that I do not find it completely matte, but rather it adds a tiny touch of sheen, which personally I actually don’t mind as it does give the skin a radiant look. The shade is warm dusty rose, which is a perfect shade for everyday wear. The blush as a silky soft and easy to apply and blend with a large blush brush, and as promised, it is quite pigmented, so you an apply it lightly for a sheer natural flushed look, or build it up for a more intense brighter pop of colour if you like. It also has a good wear lasting throughout the day, without the need for a touch up. The blush contains among others jojoba oil, sea holly extract and argan oil for its moisturising and anti-ageing properties.
Finally, there's the Lily Lolo Natural Lipsticks, which are made using among others jojoba oil, rosemary leaf extract and vitamin E to protect your lips and keep them soft and nourished. The lipsticks are soft and creamy, and do feel very comfortable and moisturising on the lips. And even when they've worn off, they leave my lips feeling soft. I tried the shade Desire, which is described as a "Cool Deep Red", or as I'd put it a dark berry/red-wine shade with a touch of sheen, and it is absolutely stunning. The lipstick is fairly pigmented, but it does take a few swipes for a solid colour-payoff, but on the other hand, I do like that you can also just apply it lightly for just a hint of colour. Like most moisturising lipsticks, the wear is not the longest, but that said, I do get 3-4 hours wear, which I do find quite reasonable, It is a gorgeous lipstick, and I love that it doesn’t contain any nasties, including no added fragrance. There are heaps of shades in the range, so definitely worth checking out if you're after a gorgeous lipstick that also keeps your lips soft and moisturised.
And of course I have to mention the gorgeous black and white packaging, which probably know is my favourite combination, as it is simply stunning. The products all come in small cardbox boxes which are white with black ends, and inside printed with the Lily Lolo, "LL' logo. The BB Cream comes in a white tube has a black lid and a nifty pump that makes it easy to dispense just the amount needed. The blush comes in a small round compact that is white underneath, and black on top, just like the lipstick that is black in one end and white in the other. Simple, yet classic and so beautiful.
If you're looking for some gorgeous mineral makeup free from all the chemical nasties, then must check out Lily Lolo
Lily Lolo BB Cream - RRP: $28.95 / 40ml
Lily Lolo Pressed Blush - RRP: $24.95 / 4g
Lily Lolo Natural Lipstick - RRP: $19.95 / 4g
Available from The Beauty Drawers
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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Lily Lolo Pressed Blush - RRP: $24.95 / 4g
Lily Lolo Natural Lipstick - RRP: $19.95 / 4g
Available from The Beauty Drawers
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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