Latest cosmetic purchases and reviews

StripedBoxers wrote: »

Was in Dealz today and saw these new Maybelline thingys (not sure what they are exactly, shadow, blush etc) but they were two for €1.49 so I picked them up. Gorgeous colours, the coral one I am assuming is a blush. I have never seen either of these before so don't know how new or old they are.

Maybelline Hypercosmos in the colour "pk-1" (coral) and "be-1" (brown/cream



The brown/cream ones seems to have a pink/rose undertone as when I swatched them they came out a lovely rosy gold colour, really gorgeous.

I've just been told that they are highlighters. Mix 'em together with your brush and then apply where you would apply blush and it gives a good highlight plus a beautiful tint to the cheekbone.

I got the L'Oreal Infallible Foundation and it is AMAZING! Also picked up the matte NYX setting spray and really like it so far.

Mam gave me a sample of this GlamGlow mask the other day, even my boyfriend, who has less than zero interest in beauty/skincare etc tried it and thought it was amazing, so we bought one between the two of us.



We got a free sample of the Dual Cleanse mask with the full size clearing one. I've tried it and its nice but I didn't notice much difference after one use, so I'll try it a few more times and see. I will though even though it is a mud-to-oil mask it doesn't leave a greasy/oily/heavy residue on the face, it does leave a light film, but it feels like a moisturiser rather than an oil.



Also picked up this liquid liner by Maybelline in Dealz for €1.49 - want to try and get the hang of liquid liner so said I'd give this one a try.

I'm back with a review of a few more products that I have been using on my skin and results have been extraordinarily good.

The 1st product is Hada Labo Gokujyun Foaming cleanser:

Normally I'd be very wary of using a foaming cleanser as they can be harsh and strip the skin. No such problems with this one! After washing my skin was clean but not "squeaky" clean(where your face feels like you've gotten botox because all the oils have been taken from your skin. I use this in combination with my cleansing oil(which I'll review later in this post), whenever I wear suncream, make-up etc. It contains a decent amount of Hyaluronic acid and my skin has come on in leaps and bounds since I started using it. Prices can vary but the cheapest place I found it for was on Rakuten global, from the seller Master of life(if you ask him, he'll post by SAL instead of EMS - most sellers on Rakuten post EMS).

The next product is Hada Labo Gokujyun lotion(Rich type):

(In case you are wondering, lotion is the same as a toner in Asian Beauty) I am really impressed with this product! This complements the foaming cleanser really well and is also effective if you don't use the HL cleanser. You can really feel that it's working as it gives a very slight tingle when you apply it. I have really noticed a difference in the moisture levels of my skin since starting to use this. It also doesn't take long to absorb into my skin and it's not harsh or drying. It also has Hyaluronic acid in it which is very good for dehydrated or mature skin. Like the cleanser the cheapest place to get it is Rakuten global from Master of life.

The best product I own in my entire skincare routine is Benton Snailbee High Content Essence:

This is my Holy Grail skincare product. It contains snail slime, bee venom, arbutin and other excellent ingredients. I know you might be thinking, "snail slime, yuck there is no way on this Earth I am putting this stuff on my face!" but bear with me. Snail slime is an incredibly healing ingredient, very good for acne, redness, skin irritation and most other problems with the skin. I have been using it for a few weeks now and it has really improved my acne, redness and irritation. My chin has a lot of acne and redness on it, since using the essence the acne has thinned out and I've really noticed a huge difference in the amount of product that I've had to use(started with 3 pumps, now down to 1.5). It's a very thin liquid and is incredibly easy to apply. It absorbs quickly and has minimal scent(it also doesn't feel slimy which is important!).

My only negative review I have is of the Benton snail bee high content steam cream:

It contains the same ingredients as the essence, but in cream form. My only problems with the cream are, it's incredibly thick and hard to apply. If you try to apply it to your skin, you have to be careful as you run the risk of dragging and pulling at your skin. Not impressed and plan on getting another cream instead.

Anyone try the glamglow eye masks? They are a bit expensive and I have heard mixed reviews about them

anna080 wrote: »

Are the new so sue me polishes any good? I heard from a friend they're bad for chipping?

I have the Navy one no idea of the actual colour name but I found it to last about a week with a good base coat and top coat.

ams wrote: »

Heres a review of those nail polishes - I would really trust this blogger as shes a nail polish addict!

http://www.behindgreeneyes.com/2015/06/sosu-polish-by-suzanne-jackson-sosu-or.html

Wow, that's crazy.

I haven't tried the SoSueMe polishes and I won't be either but I have tried the Maybelline SuperStay range and have to say they are probably some of the worst I've ever tried.

They chip quickly, wear quickly. I've never had more than a few hours wear with them before chips start appearing, and I've worn them on days when I've had to do no house work (or did my nails after it was all done).

For polishes that cost around €6-€7 they aren't good quality at all. Rimmel, Max Factor, Revlon, BarryM etc are all far better, and in and around the same price range. I would avoid those superstay polishes at all costs.

StripedBoxers wrote: »

I haven't tried the SoSueMe polishes and I won't be either but I have tried the Maybelline SuperStay range and have to say they are probably some of the worst I've ever tried.

They chip quickly, wear quickly. I've never had more than a few hours wear with them before chips start appearing, and I've worn them on days when I've had to do no house work (or did my nails after it was all done).

For polishes that cost around €6-€7 they aren't good quality at all. Rimmel, Max Factor, Revlon, BarryM etc are all far better, and in and around the same price range. I would avoid those superstay polishes at all costs.

That's really odd compared to my experience. I own about 6-7 shades of the SuperStay and love all of them. About 4 of the shades used to last an entire week without chipping, even with circuit labs in college (which required clawing parts out with my nails).

Anyone see Pippa O Connor's face palette for Blank Canvas? Pic below. Have to say I'm shocked at the price, €34.99 is crazy for what seems like a mediocre palette. Nothing I haven't seen before really..

i bought bare minerals powder foundation the other day..
girl tried it on me in the shop,
looks ok.. so bought it..


went outside.. i looked like a had a chalky face.


wasn't happy at all..

and for 29 euro its a dear mistake.

i already have a bag of make up i don't use or bought on impulse, no need for more!

I saw a picture of Pippa's palette earlier today & thought it looked nice but I didn't realise what price it was! That's a fairly crazy price compared to Blank Canvas' usual products. I get that it's celebrity endorsed/produced/whatever, but still.

It's a nice looking palette though, would be very handy for travelling. I'm a sucker for neutral matte shades.

JellieBabie wrote: »

Shocking. For another tenner you'd get an Urban Decay palette with way more eyeshadows that are of premium quality

Form the comments on her website people are saying they'd happily buy it for that price! One or two said it's too expensive but the majority said its a decent price. Personally I think it's madness for her first product.