Maybelline New York Fit Me Concealer - Reivew

Recently I purchased a new concealer so that I could use it everyday for work instead of using a high end concealer, and so now I'm going to talk about it! As you can guess it's the Maybelline New York Fit Me Concealer in the shade 15 Fair. Ironically this isn't the lowest number in the range, but it is the lightest shade which can throw you off a little when buying your shade. Make sure you swatch the shades because you just never know!

I like the packaging for this concealer because its small making it easy to travel with and it also makes it easier to see how much product is actually left within. I also like how easy it is to read all of the information on the packaging making it easy to re-purchase the product in the future.

This is a light concealer that gives medium to full coverage. This concealer is a lot thinner then other concealers that I have used which I am really thankful for, this also means that on hot days it doesn't feel like you have lots of makeup caked onto your face.

A bonus to this product is that it is a drug store product making it easier to find, repurchase and even get discounts on it more regularly, which is always a nice bonus. I was very glad to see that when I was using this product it didn't break me out at all, as I do have problems with sensitive skin.

Overall I would def get this product again, because its lightweight, medium to full coverage and easy to repurchase. If you haven't tried this before and are looking for something a bit cheaper and readily available, check this product out and see how it works for you!

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$14.95 (AUD Priceline)


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Jeffree Star Cosmetics Haul

So,  as everyone is aware , Jefree Star has released his own cosmetics line and they are SUPER popular and they are selling out super fast every time he restocks his products. Recently I got my hands on some of his products! I was first in line for the (then at the time) limited edition shades in [714] and Queen Supreme and then again for the restock of the products a few weeks ago.

I am now almost up-to-date with all of the shades that he has released, the only one that I am missing right now is Weirdo, which is currently out-of-stock.

So here is my image of the shades that I currently own. I LOVED that it came with this tissue paper with Jefree's logo all over it. I def plan to keep this and use it in my memory book or something!

The shades in the order they appear are: Unicorn Blood, Redrum, I'm Royalty, Prom Night, Celebrity Skin, Queen Supreme and [714].

So far I have only put Unicorn Blood, Redrum and Queen Supreme. So far I am in love with how these feel on the lips, it honestly feels like there is nothing on my lips and they so far do not feel super drying on the lips.

I have had a little trouble with the product completely setting on my lips, but I don't know if that is because some of my shades sat in one spot for over a month (due to me traveling around the world). I spent today playing with them in my hands to try and re-mix the product and will see if this fixes the problem.

I have also noticed that the lighter shades are indeed more patchy, I think this is because the formula is thinner. Upon swatching these on the back of my hand there is a distinct different in thickness between the lighter and darker shades. This is what is most likely affecting the performance of these shades.  I still love the lighter shades, but I can fully understand why people are getting annoyed by this.

Another thing I noticed is that the product looked a lot bigger in photos from Instagram, but I'm not bothered by that anymore because the smaller size makes them easier to travel with, which is a plus.

When I have worn all of the shades and have a more solid opinion on this product I will post swatches (hand and lip) and a review! So please look forward to that!

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Urban Decay Naked Palette - Review

While in America, I decided that I would have to pick up the cult favourite Naked palette by Urban Decay. It was pretty expensive but since using it I can understand why, I can also understand why everyone and their Mum owns this palette.

So to start off this review is the traditional image of the product, most likely not necessary because everyone knows what this looks like, but here is a friendly reminder. I honestly don't know how I feel about the fact that it is a velvet case, but I don't hate it. The gold foil is really pretty and I do think that it adds to the 'fancyness' of the palette. This has a magnetic closure and I really like it. It feels pretty strong so it will travel well if stored nicely.  I haven't yet covered my palette in a mess, which I'm really thankful for.

Again, traditional photo of what the palette looks like on the inside. There is a mirror (which I think is kinda small) and a reminder of what the palette is called. I think this is kinda cute and brings the front of the palette to this inside.

The colours in this palette, I feel, are really good for beginners and also pros. Have used most of the colours in this palette and my favourite would def be the shimmer shades. I feel these blend when and transfer well from the palette to the eye. My favourite shadows would have to be Sidecar, Smog and Hustle. I will often use Sidecar or Smog all over the lid and then put Hustle in the corner. I feel this is a simple look that can be used often and changing the lipstick really changes up the look!

I so far haven't found anything that I super dislike about this palette which makes me really happy! I don't really use the brush that comes with this palette and have since put the brush back into the palette so there isn't a gaping hole in the middle.

While I was away this became available in Australia which I'm SUPER excited about so it means that I will be able to get the other palettes when I return home! I can't wait to collect the others and have the whole family in my collection.

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Mecca: $78 AUD
Sephora: $54 USD


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Tangle Teezer - Review

So I know I haven't been on here for a very long time, but life got in the way and I am not trying to get back on track! So to start things off again I'm going to post a review!

A few weeks ago I ordered the Tangle Teezer from Sephora and had it shipped to me in Japan. I have heard so many good things about this brush that I really wanted to try it for myself. I generally only brush my hair when I first get out of the shower. This is because it is the most tanglely and also when my hair behaves the best.

Here is a look at the Tangle Teezer that I purchased!

I decided to go with the pink one as the other ones that were available weren't that interesting to me and didn't catch my attention. This is a really vibrant pink which I really like because it stands out and makes it easier to find on my mess of a desk.

This is sort of on overview of the brush, I got the travel version and I'm kinda glad as I feel this helps protect the bristles against the war on my desk. It also makes it easier to store as I can keep it face down leaving the vibrant pink visible and easier to pick up again.

The only downer that I can think of with this product is that the bristles can be EXTREMELY sharp on your head. The first time I used this I was a little alarmed at how sharp it was and instinctively didn't want  to use it again because it did hurt. 

BUT

That being said this is really everything that everyone says it is, it just glides through your hair with no real problem and I'm honestly so surprised when ever I use it. I almost expect it to not work the next time I use this, but of course it always does.

I have thought about getting another one for my handbag/ Uni bag but haven't as I usually don't brush my hair while I'm out and about (I just put it up instead). 

Anywho! That's the end, I honestly think that if you can get your hands on this (at a reasonable price) that you should def give this a look in. Because it changes how I look after my hair after I shower because I can actually run my hands through it!

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Rimmel London - First Impression

I recently came to a conclusion that I needed a waterproof mascara for work because of my mascara transferring to my brow bone throughout the day. I decided to pick up the Rimmel London Wonderfull Waterproof mascara because I was interested in the none waterproof formula. As many of you would be aware by now Rimmel has brought out a mascara with Argan oil in it. So far I haven't heard any raving reviews and there is kinda a reason why.

Here is an image of the wand. First off I don't have a problem with how big the brush is, but I DO have a problem with the fact that there is a little nob on the end. This makes getting to the smaller inner lashes almost impossible without hitting your nose (which I did).

I don't generally have a preference between plastic or 'normal' mascara wands. But for me, this brush reminds me of the Clump Crusher by Covergirl (again not a huge fan of that mascara). This brush doesn't clump lashes, which is something that I am very thankful for because I don't like clumpy lashes, so if that is something important to you, like for me then this mascara is great for that!

The reason I don't like this mascara is simple. It just coats my lashes and does nothing else. I didn't test the claim that this mascara makes my lashes softer or not, because as soon as I discovered this gave my lashes zero volume or length I went back to a favourite the Estee Lauder Sumptuous mascara (a sample size as I'm not paying the $44AUD price tag) just so that I had more length and volume for the day.


OVERALL:
This is a good mascara if you only want to use it for casual or 'no makeup' days as it coats all of the lashes nicely and wont clump your lashes together. But if you bought this for the volumizing effect then you will be disappointed. I plan to now use this as a top coat mascara so that I still have that waterproof layer.


RATING: 2/5

Let me know what you think about this mascara and also what I should try next!

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Priceline and Mecca Haul

As I have moved back to the country side so makeup shopping wont be on the cards as much as they used to be, so as a sort of last hurrah I went one a bit of a last minute shopping spree! I went to Priceline first and then bought some things online from Mecca because they were sold out in store. So here we go!

First off I went to Priceline and bought a couple things, one for work and one for just general use!

First I will talk about the product that I got for work!

This is the Maybelline Fit Me Concealer in shade Fair #15. I got this because I chose to wear makeup everyday but didn't want to use my NARS one everyday purely because of the price. So I decided to pick this up because a friend uses it and says its pretty good. The amusing thing I found with this is that shade 10 is actually darker than 15, but oh well. This matches me pretty well and so I have so far had no problems with it.

Price: $14.95 (Priceline)

This is the last item from my Priceline haul, the Seven Deadly Skins Melon Body Scrub by Anatomicals. I have used this a few times now and I love it! It has a lovely smell which isn't overpowering which I am glad about. When I do use it, I use it in the shower in place of soap (where safe) so that way I can actually use a scrub once a week. This is an inexpensive scrub that is def worth checking out if you're interested in finding a nice body scrub!

Price: $8.99 (Priceline)

Next is onto my Mecca Haul! Here is an over haul of what I got.

As you can see I managed to get my hands on the ever popular Hourglass Lighting Blush Palatte, I also decided that I just had to try the Too Faced Melted lipsticks!

I decided that for my first Too Faced Melted lipstick, I would pick a colour that I would be able to wear all the time and a 90% chance that I would love it instantly. Which was exactly the case! I LOVE this shade! I am so glad that I got this and I will try this out at work tomorrow night!

This is a swatch on the back on my hand, this doesn't really give the colour justice, this is such a beautiful colour and I am so glad that I got it and will def be getting more in the future!

Price: $28 (Mecca)

Next up is the beautiful Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush Palette.

Here is a look on the inside of the palette! It is just as beautiful as everyone said, I am so glad that I picked it up. I am sad that it is limited edition so that not everyone can get it now or in the future. I really hope they do make this again! If you see this in store I suggest picking it up because you wont regret it! I have a full size in Diffused Heat and I love it, so honestly get it if you can!

Here is a swatch of the blushes on the back of my hand, I swatched them in the same order that they appear in the palette, so they go Luminous Flush (a nice subtle and warm pink blush) Incandescent Electra (a peach colour) and Mood Exposure (a light mauve colour). Just like in the Ambient Lighting palette (which I do not own) the middle shade is limited to only the palettes, this palette is no different. I am sad that this is a limited edition colour because peach blushes are my favourite!

I will list the price of this but not a link because it is limited edition.

Price: $76


I am so glad that I picked up these items and I am sooooo excited to put these to good use! I do not regret buying these at all! If you have any questions don't be afraid to ask, also let me know what you have picked up recently and if I should get anything else.

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M.A.C Brush Cleanser - Review

This is a product that I have used for a long time, recommended and repurchased. It's the M.A.C. brush cleanser, now I know this is something that a lot of people would think of as unnecessary but I honestly love this product.

Here is what the product looks like, the packaging in nice and simple with the brand and the product name easily found on the product. On the back (which isn't shown) displays, again, the name of the product and then Caution is 5 different languages followed by To Use in those same languages. Although this is a pink product, this doesn't affect your brushes, meaning if you have white haired brushes they wont turn pink from use.

 The only main design flaw in this product would be the lid, which is easily changed. The problem is that is a just a pop up lid with a small whole to let the product out. Personally I have never used this method to get the product out. I just take off the top and place a cotton pad on the end and then just quickly flip the bottle to get product out. My sister does use the lip properly but it does look awkward when she is trying to get the product out. I do understand that a lot of people just go out and buy a spritzer top or just wait for another product to empty and just switch the lid over.


REVIEW:
I am currently starting my third bottle of the M.A.C. Brush Cleanser, if that shows how much I love this product! I use this everyday to spot clean my foundation/ concealer brush and my eye shadow brushes. This does a great job in getting 80% - 95% of the makeup from the brush. With my foundation brush it always leaves the brush feel exactly like it did after I washed it, sometimes it even feels 'cleaner'. This product is great at getting eye shadow out of brushes but does at times struggle, there have been times when washing my brushes that I have seen dark shadows rinse out of the brush. So if you use dark colours all the time this is something to be aware of.

It is important to note that I DO NOT treat this product as a 'cleaner', I use this everyday to spot clean my brushes and then roughly once a month I will shampoo my brushes to give them the deep clean that they need (sometimes more regularly depends on how often I use the brushes). I would not suggest using this as a deep clean product, but I LOVE it as a spot cleaner.


RATING: 4/5

PRICE: $20 M.A.C.


Tell me what you think of this product, and also if you know of any cheaper spot cleaning products available in Australia!

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