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Monday, 10 November 2014

Warm Purple Smoke Makeup Look

I love it when I get a chance to experiment with make up and try something new. Here is a look I did over the weekend, I hope you like it!

PRODUCTS USED:

FACE:

Bourjois Healthy Mix in 53
NYX Orange Concealer in a Jar to color correct under my eyes
Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Concealer under the eyes in Medium 3
MAC Studio Finish Concealer in NC30 to conceal blemishes
Ben Nye Banana Powder to set under the eyes
Rimmel Stay Matte Powder in 001 to set the rest of my face
Natural Collection eyeshadow in Crushed Walnut to Contour
Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Bronzer in Medium Deep to warm up my complexion
NARS Blusher in Sin
The Balm Mary Loumanizer to Highlight

EYES/BROWS:

Anastasia Beverly Hills Dip Brow Pomade in Dark Brown to fill in my eyebrows
Bourjois colour edition 24H cream to powder eyeshadow as a base
Sidecar from the NAKED1 palette all over the lid
Deep purple from the Sleek Bad Girl Palette and sketch by MAC in the outer V blended into the crease...BLEND BLEND BLEND
Bright purple from the original Sleek Palette smudged under the lower lash line
Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Bronzer in Medium Deep 3 in the crease to warm up and help blend
Rimmel Exaggerate black khol pencil in the waterline
L'oreal Mega Volume Miss Manga mascara
False lashes - Amazing Lashes in 43

LIPS:

Clarins Lipliner in Natural to outline
Revlon Mauve it Over Matte Lipstick

Tuesday, 27 July 2010

I know everyone has been talking about Jazzed from the recent 'In the Groove Collection' by MAC, but I haven't had my say on it yet! Basically, I love it! :) I didn't initially pick it up when I went to my local MAC counter to have a look at the collection. Then I only came away with Stereo Rose (I think I've mentioned stereo rose in almost every post I've done since I got it! What can I say! I like it!). However, I was lucky enough to get my hands on Jazzed before I went on holiday at duty free.

Believe it or not, this is my first MAC lipstick. I've never really been big on lipstick and therefore have never had the desire to spend £12-13 on one. Let me tell you, that has now changed! After loving the finish, texture, scent, quality etc. of Jazzed, I've now got a list as long as my arm of MAC lipsticks I want to try!

So we've cleared up that I'm a fan of Jazzed, but like I mentioned, a MAC lipstick is somewhere between £12-13. That's certainly not cheap, so I thought I'd compare it to a couple of other lipsticks I already have in my collection.

L-R: NYX PUMPKIN PIE, JAZZED BY MAC, APRICOT BY SMASHBOX

Let me start of by saying that pumpkin pie is definitely not a dupe, however I do think it's a good, cheaper alternative if that's what your looking for. The finish is more matte and it has a browner undertone than jazzed, but on the lips I find that it gives a somewhat similar appearance.

As you can see from the pictures the smashbox lipstick is in the same family, but it's alot more intense. This was my 'go to' colour on holiday.

What's your favourite MAC lipstick? I might just added it to my ever growing list!

ROSA X

Tuesday, 6 July 2010

STEREO ROSE Comparisons

Before the long awaited Stereo Rose was re-released, the shade I thought it would be was completely different to what it actually is.

After looking at online swatches, I was convinced it would be just like a Blush and Brighten by Laura Geller in the shade Apricot Berry. Like mineralized skinfinishes, blush and brightens are baked products, starting their life as a liquid which are then baked for 24 hours on a terracotta pan.

I was pleasantly surprised to discover that the two products were completely different in both shade and finish/ texture. However, after swatching Stereo Rose when I got home, the finish reminded me of Coralista by benefit.

So I thought I'd do a comparison of all three side by side. It proves to me that stereo rose was worth the money and it's nothing like any other product that I own in my collection. Actually, I believe that it would be a good addition to anyone's make up collection. It is truly a unique product in my eyes.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: MAC STEREO ROSE, LAURA GELLER APRICOT BERRY, BENEFIT CORALISTA

L-R: LAURA GELLER APRICOT BERRY, MAC STEREO ROSE, BENEFIT CORALISTA

As you can see, Apricot Berry is by far the deepest darkest shade, and it's finish is more matte compared to the other two. Stereo Rose and Coralista have a similar finish, but they are completely different in shade. Stereo rose is more of a true coral shade, whereas Coralista is more pink with coral undertones. Either way I love all three products, but I can definitely see Stereo Rose getting alot of love this summer!

If you would like to see more swatches of Stereo Rose, check out this post (HERE)

Do you think stereo rose is similar to anything you have in your make up collection?

Rosa x

Saturday, 3 July 2010

STEREO ROSE - MAC In The Groove Collection

I'm sure you've all heard by now that the famous Stereo Rose mineralized skin finish by MAC, has been re-released in their new collection called In The Groove. Having originally been released in 2005, I'm sure it's been on many wishlists for quiet some time now.

I don't own alot of MAC products, but when I saw swatches of this particular MSF, it did indeed get me a little excited. I was debating whether to get stereo rose, petticoat or by candlelight, all very popular MSF's that have been released previously.

So I made my way to my local MAC counter yesterday, still undecided on which MSF would be coming home with me, but as soon as I swatched Stereo Rose, I new it was the one I was going to get! It's so pretty!

It's a lovely coral with a slight pink/rose undertone, shot through with shimmery gold and bronze tones.They help leave gorgeous sheen on the face, not glitter or chunky shimmer, but just a nice glow. It's prefect for achieving that glowy/dewy/ healthy look, and it's perfect for the summer.

Here's some swatches... there's quiet a few because I wanted to try and show the true colour. Before this was released, I found that alot of online swatches didn't represent the true colour, so I've tried to take pictures that give a true representation of the product.

I LOVE it and I cant wait to wear it!

I think the MAC In The Groove collection is very impressive, with quiet a few standout products. I've still got a mini list of items that I want to go back and pick up. they include:

'Jazzed' lipstick (this looks amazing!)

'On the Scene' Cremesheen lipglass

'Fashion Whim' Cremesheen lipglass

'By Candlelight' MSF

'Petticoat' MSF

Did you pick anything up from this collection?

If I was to get another MSF, which one would you recommend, 'petticoat' or 'by candlelight'?

Tuesday, 6 April 2010

MAC CCO Haul!

Yesterday, I managed to finally visit a MAC CCO. If you don't know what that is, its basically a shop that sells MAC makeup, and other brands at a slightly discounted price. The items sold will often be from past collections, discontinued items or they may just be from the permanent line. There is a CCO about 45 minutes away from me, and I've been wanting to pop down and check it out for ages now!

If I'm honest, i wasn't planning on buying much, as I've often heard that there's usually never anything good left, but i actually came back with more than i was expecting too! I felt like a child in a sweety shop!

Anyway, here's what i got...

I'll be posting swatches and prices tomorrow, so watch this space! x

Sunday, 30 August 2009

Forgotten Gems

so i was having a little clear out today and i stumble across a couple of make-up items that i had long forgotten about, but had definitely once upon a time been a big part of my daily makeup routine.

first is this MAC eyeshadow which was release with a Barbie collection and it was actually my first ever MAC product. It's in a shade called whistle an I'm so glad i found it because i really used to love this product and i wore it all the time. it's a beautiful pearly baby pink colour that leaves a subtle satin finish. it can be worn as a eyeshadow, on the inner corners of the eyes to give a wide awake look and even as a highlighter on the brow bone. i still have quite a bit of it left and it still has the barbie imprint on it.

next is a product that I'm sure you've all heard about, it the Maybelline great lash mascara in Blackest Black. this was a cult favourite once upon a time and was actually the first mascara i ever owned. i haven't tried it in ages, but i do remember loving it and i did repurchase it a couple of times. this one is clearly past its sell by date so next time I'm in a drugstore i might just pick it up again as i do think that it's a forgotten gem of mine.

i love love love rediscovering old products, because when you do they feel new again ans you get the same feeling you did when you first bought them! :)

However... I'm going to start making a conscious effort to use product before i purchase more of the same kind. even though it's great to rediscover unused products i think it's even better to get your moneys worth out of them... do you agree?

have you rediscovered any old make up items lately?

x