Showing posts with label matte. Show all posts
Showing posts with label matte. Show all posts
Saturday, 6 January 2018
Pixi By Petra Key to Glowing Skin
Hi its good to be back after a lovely break! I had a great Christmas spending quality time with loved ones, it has definitely flew by! I'm looking forward to plenty of exciting times that 2018 will bring!
I wanted to take a look at one of the packages that I received over the holidays, this gorgeous package from Pixi
It has the cutest little padlock to get into it which I thought was a lovely touch!
One the one side there are two of their skincare products. The Rose Cavier Essence, which is an amazing hydrating serum
• Encapsulated flower oils suspended in this weightless serum-essence melt onto the skin delivering fresh botanicals to hydrate and restore skin’s brightness for optimum radiance
• Formulated with antioxidant rich natural oils, this formula will soften, refine and tone
• For all skin types
• Not tested on animals
• Paraben free
The 2nd been thei Rose Flash Balm this is great as a moisturiser but it can also be used as a face mask. It left my skin feeling so soft!
• This radiance-boosting balm is the ultimate pick-me-up for tired, lackluster skin helping with signs of fatigue in a flash
• This 3-in-1,oil-free, quick absorbing formula instantly moisturizes and brightens and is great as a revitalizing mask as well as a primer to prep skin for perfect makeup application
• For all skin types
• Not tested on animals
• Paraben free
Finally and I think my favorite items in this package are these fabulous liquid lipsticks, they included all 5 shades in this box so I was incredibly thankful. I have been wearing liquid lipsticks more and more as I love the longevity of the wear and I am getting braver when it comes to my colour choices!
These colours are perfect for me they are all ones that I would comfortably wear as I do tend to lean towards the more pinky nude shades!
• Extremely longwearing & comfortable, infused with rosehip oil
• Quickly sets to a matte veil while leaving lips hydrated
• Colours are universally flattering and wearable
• Colour applies smoothly and uniformly in a single stroke
• Unique Pixi Petal applicator provides even and precise application
• Not tested on animals
• Paraben free
Hope you all had a lovely festive holiday to!
Em x
Saturday, 14 October 2017
Sleek Makeup
I have been trying out some new makeup this week from a brand that I have not used a great deal in the past. These products are all from Sleek Makeup, and they sent me some lovely items to try out!
The first product is the Face Contour Kit, this is priced at £7, and I think that is a really reasonable price for a duo pallette.
This is what Sleek say about the compact:
Face Contour Kit is one of our most iconic products at Sleek MakeUP.
A duo compact with a contour powder perfect for contouring cheekbones and a shimmer highlighter perfect for illuminating your face giving you that perfect flawless finish.Face Contour Kit in Medium is ideal for medium skin tones.
I found it to be really lovely to use, it is very blendable, the product itself is not to pigmented, but I do actually prefer that with bronzer, its a lot less scary to apply and more buildable.
They also sent me 2 of their Life Proof Foundations in 2 different shades. This is currently on offer on their website for £7, which again I think is really good price for a foundation
This is what Sleek say about the foundation:
Lifeproof your look with this foundation that goes the distance. Soft-focus powders create a blurring effect and help to reduce the appearance of fine lines. The oil-free formula can help skin look even and shine-free, whilst imperfections are concealed.
Sweat-proof
Oil-free
Medium to full buildable coverage
It is definaly not a full coverage foundation and gave me a more dewy finish that what I would normally go for, I liked how it was really easy to blend out. I think that this foundation would be good for me on a good skin day. Overall it is a good foundation
The next product is a beautiful eye shadow palette, this is the I Define Diamond Decade palette, priced at £8.99
This is what Sleek say about the palette:
Diamond Decade
Explore the far side of the moon. Midnight tones of deep blue and cosmic purples are contrasted with silver stars. Surreal hues take on an iridescent glow with an out of this world shimmer. This limited edition palette features 12 highly-pigmented, mineral based eye colours in glistening shades from shining icicle to soft charcoal, silver ore and pink opal.
There really is a stunning array of colours, I really am a fan of a smokey eye and these black and grey tones are great for that, I really like the pink tones to I think these create a really warm look. Something that I am really loving at the moment, as I reviewed previously with the Makeup Revolution palette
The shadows themselves are a really nice formula, they have a little bit of fallout especially with the shimmery shades, but with a primer these lasted no problem, they are also nice buildable shades, perfect for creating a smokey look.
They sent one of their Lip VIP Lipsticks in the shade Dream Decade, this is priced at £5.50
This is what Sleek say about the Lipstick:
Give your lips VERY IMPORTANT POUT status! This semi-matte lipstick provides an intensely pigmented, velvety finish.
Full-coverage colour with staying power
Creamy formula glides on smoothly and evenly
Includes Vitamin E, Shea Butter and Coconut oil to moisturise and nourish lips
I really liked the formula of this lipstick, its fairly matte, which gives is great staying power, but it is still really moisturising on the lips.
I was not a fan of the colour to be honest, it just was not the shade for me, it was definitely more a summer shade
The final item is this matte liquid lipstick in the shade Old Hollywood, this is priced at £4.99
This is what Sleek say about the Lipstick:
Matte Me is a matte finish liquid lipstick that glides on in one smooth application, with no need for a second coat.
Old Hollywood is an oxblood red that looks stunning when teamed with gold shades from Vintage Romance i-Divine Palette.
The light as air texture provides you with comfortable wear for hours, that doesn’t cake, flake or dry out, ensuring long lasting colour all day.
I have to say I love this product, I am becoming for of a fan of liquid lipsticks. This one is lovely. It is a great formula that is really long lasting. I have also been wanting to wear darker shades for the autumn and this is perfect
You can find Sleek Makeup HERE
Em x
Saturday, 26 August 2017
Milani Cosmetics
I have received some items from Milani Cosmetics to try
BAKED BLUSH
£9.99
A luxurious powder blush that features a mélange infusion of colors baked on Italian terracotta tiles. Easy to use, senatorial in texture, the nuances of color become extraordinarily luminous. Silky smooth application leaves your face looking healthy and radiant all day.
This is such a lovely texture and it has a little gold shimmer in it which I really like especially for something that I would be taking out and about with me, as it is a great multitasker for when you need that little touch up!
I was pleasantly surprised to see this perfect little mirror and brush inside makes a perfect addition to my on the go make up bag!
AMORE MATTE LIP CRÈME
£9.99
It’s time to put your lipsticks on notice. The Amore Matte Lip Crème has arrived. This revolutionary, highly saturated liquid-to-matte formula dries to a soft, velvety finish for fuller-looking lips. Its double-sided, flexible plush applicator hugs the contours of lips, working to lock in bold, opaque color. Non-sticky, smooth and ready for all-night wear (up to 16 hours!) our Amore Matte Lip Crème is the ultimate transfer resistant kiss-me-matte.
This to was an amazing consistency, I have to admit, that I did not read the packaging and thought that this would be a lip gloss, witch I rarely wear at the moment. It went on like a gloss then dried matt, which I love, it also stayed on pretty well. It is probably a bit more "pinky" than I would normally go for but it is overall a nice versatile shade
RETOUCH + ERASE LIGHT-LIFTING CONCEALER
£11.99
Retouch + Erase Light-Lifting Concealer instantly erases the look of dark circles, spots, blemishes and imperfections with an added face brightening effect. Achieve flawless color correction through light technology—like a face-perfecting filter with a smooth, undetectable finish. A mess-proof cushion tip applicator blends the lightweight, full coverage formula over skin easily without creasing or settling into fine lines.
I love the little applicator on this, it helps you dispense just the right amount of product and it also helps to blend it in. If you had this in your makeup bag I think that you could get a way with blending it in with the applicator. i have used this at home though so used my usual beauty blender and it gave great coverage on my under eye area .
You can find their products HERE
Em x
Saturday, 18 February 2017
Seventeen Lipsticks
I was lucky enough to be sent some more products from Seventeen. This time it was some of their lip products. There were two lipsticks and and lip crayon.
I have found myself using lip crayons more lately, it was something that I didn't think to use, but I do like using them. They are more precise as they normally have a smaller tip. This lip crayon was surprising glossy, which I don't mind, I think I prefer the matte look at the moment but I do find glossy shades easier to wear as there are some matte lip products that can be drying on the lips. This crayon is a darker cherry shade, and overall I really like the product.
The two lipstick surprised me with how vibrant and pigmented they are! They are both defiantly very eye catching, not something that I would wear for a day look. For an evening however these would be great. They are both orangy coral toned so I feel that these are more of a spring summer tone, which is great as I can't wait for some warmer weather now!
You can purchase these lipsticks here from boots, they are currently on offer to for £3.99 which I think is great value!
Em x
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