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Latest cosmetic purchases and reviews
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Recently repurchased Bare Minerals foundation about 2 years after my first one ran out - don't know how I went so long without it! I originally bought it as the starter set (although the lovely kabuki brush that came with it has since fallen down a toilet, and they don't do them anymore
) It's fantastic - perfect for summer, and so quick to apply in the mornings. Wouldn't say it's great if you need a lot of coverage, but I use it to even out my skin tone a bit and it's perfect. I can build it up a little for night time too and it doesn't look cakey. It lasts pretty well during the day too.
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Picked up two No7 eyeshadows today that I've been wanting for a few weeks.
Got them for about €2 each as I had some of those No7 €6.50 vouchers and I get student discount too
Got the shadows in Khaki and Mink, can't wait to use them
http://www.makeupbyjoyce.com/2012/02/swatches-review-boots-no7-stay-perfect.html
Am still waiting on my stuff from iHerb, hope it comes soon, I'm dying to try the new brushes out!0 -
Picked up two No7 eyeshadows today that I've been wanting for a few weeks.
Got them for about €2 each as I had some of those No7 €6.50 vouchers and I get student discount too
Got the shadows in Khaki and Mink, can't wait to use them
http://www.makeupbyjoyce.com/2012/02/swatches-review-boots-no7-stay-perfect.html
Am still waiting on my stuff from iHerb, hope it comes soon, I'm dying to try the new brushes out!
I have mink it's lovely! I used my vouchers to get another Airbush Away primer and their blusher in Soft Damson which is beautiful!0 -
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Clarins Cleansing Melt Gel. I love facial cleansers, especially gel/balm types. This one is pretty nice. It removes make up well, including water proof mascara without having to scrub at the skin or pull at the eyes. I don't think it's worth the price tag though. It was around the €22 mark, but I found the Botanics Cleansing Balm which I used previously to be just as good. It lasted longer too. Not sure what I'll try next! I am always searching for the perfect cleanser.
Rimmel Scandal Eyes eye-shadow stick. I picked this up by accident when I was attempting to buy the eye-liner. I do actually like this a lot though! I use it on days where I'm feeling too lazy to do any major make up, layered over a Maybelline 24 Hour Colour Tattoo eye-shadow. It blends nicely, though I do get a little crease after a number of hours wear. Nothing terrible though. Worth the price, I'd say and it's a nice addition to my make up bag because during the week I do tend to be rushing when it comes to getting ready.0 -
I was in Rome last week, and went a bit mental in Kiko and Sephora.
First up is Kiko's false lash concentrate. It's a primer for under mascara, and is meant to give a false lash effect. It cost me something like €4. This stuff really, really works. I wore it under my benefit 'They're real' mascara last week, and my eyelashes looked so long and voluminous.
Next,was this eyebrow set from Sephora. It's very similar to the smashbox eyebrow pallette, but it comes with two colours and wax to set. It also comes with brushes which are of excellent quality, and are nice and stiff for shading in eyebrows.
I also picked up benefits Hervana which I think is lovely. It gives a very pretty and natural blush, with no shimmery bits.
When I initally used this primer I thought it was great, as it felt really smooth on my skin, and not as greasy as my smashbox photofinish. However, I put it on last night and I felt it accentuated my acne scarring a good bit. Jury is still out on this one for the moment.....0 -
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I got that sample too, and have been through two full size tubes. I'm not sure the quality is up there with the full sizes I'm so broke I was hoping to get away with the sample for a few weeks
It just seems... very wet! I'll keep using it anyway and see if it gets better. I do love the mascara in general though, will have to see next pay day if I'll be able to pick it up! 0 -
PinkLemonade wrote: »I got the new benefit "they're real" masacara sample with Elle, not sure if I like it but I'm happy I get to try it for less than €6!!!
I got the They're Real mascara a few weeks ago, falling for the hype. And I hated it I especially hated the brush and the way it clumps. I'm glad that it was the travel size. 0 -
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I miss KIKO I desperately want to pick up several Matt Fluids and retractable eyeliners next time I'm near a store
I just got a delivery from KIKO's website
I used my parcelmotel address in Belfast and it was here in just over a week (from 30/04 to 08/04 including bank holiday and coming down from Belfast last night)
I got 18 nail polishes :-/
But it is possible to get it - you do have to spend £25 minimum though :rolleyes:0 -
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OakeyDokey wrote: »How do you find Parcel Motel? I set up an account but am still a little weary of using it.
Spot on - they are so unbelievably quick. Once it's checked in, it's in Dublin around 10:30pm the same night! I've had things from the UK posted, and had it the next night - definitely worth it in my opinion.
Also means you can use eBay UK - and Amazon UK and other sites that have free UK shipping
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I'd like to recommend Frontcover Cosmetics (sorry if it's been already mentioned here). They do everything from eye makeup to nail polishes, lipsticks and makeup brushes and accessories. Really cannot fault them since I was introduced to them almost 2 years ago. I've about €300 - €400 in the 10 or so palettes that I have. Each palette comes with written instructions in the form of a booklet in a variety of languages and visual tutorials on the box itself. Great quality and fun to use. Only drawback is not being able to carry the larger palettes on a night out but then they have some 'To Go' selections where you can lift out the eyeshadows and pop them in a little container that'll fit in the handbag.
I also recently discovered Cocoa Brown fake tan. Not a huge fan of the mousse as I prefer the liquid say He-Shi or Tantastic, but at 1/3 of the price of the aforementioned, Cocoa Brown does the job and best part is it takes really well to my hands which normally doesn't happen with other brands I've tried!0 -
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