Don't like foundation?

Hi guys, things have been crazy around here! hence no blogs for ages, I have nearly finished my training, I have been seeing Ben loads and I have been to specialists about my hearing (not great news...but heyho...life goes on)

I have been running an idea at the moment of Foundations, it seems that my opinion has swayed, granted I use to love looking like a perfect skinned teenager, however I since discovering all these great more natural products I have been more inclined to shake that loose and go for something a little 'healthier'.

As before I have (...and still do)loved the mineral foundations as they feel light, which in my opinion is a must for the impending scorching summer, theres nothing worse than feeling all heavy and clogged. 

I made a recent discovery of using 'primer' before applying foundation, or even just applying primer to minimise pores, I use Rimmel Fix and Perfect < < B U Y ~ H E R E > > This stuff is amazing, covers well, goes on clear despite coming out an orange/terracotta colour, the tube lasts for ages and doesn't cost a bomb. 

The only problem is its really only available online.  Primers are something that I haven't noticed really in UK drugstores.

I have also purchased Wet N Wild's tinted moisturiser, I find the heat makes my skin bubble with spots sometimes and its horrible when you are trying to look fresh and lovely. The moisturiser itself is fantastic, it goes on so smoothly and you don't need hardly any, I use it over the top of the Rimmel Fix & Perfect and it looks like perfect foundation, but it means my skin can breathe and its helping reduce my blemishes and spots.  RRP £1.99

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I hope these products will make you feel as good as they make me feel. I have a few more blogs to post.  I am changing the format so instead of there being one review per item I will cover different areas with several products. 

Revlon Shiny Sheer Lipstick

Hi guys! sorry for the lack of posts! my new job has been really intense on the old braincells and I had a biiiig music event in Brighton with Ben (went to see David Guetta - SUCH AN AMAZING NIGHT!!!!!!) 


Well this is a little review for you, this is for the Revlon Shiny Sheer lipsticks, these usually retail at around £8.00, however I was sent one for free as part of a web promotion I entered and I only paid £1.99 for shipping! however now on investigating Cosmetic Kingdom sell them for £2.49 and other websites retail for similar prices, so its ALL about shopping around.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS
The lipstick is small so its perfect handbag size, it looks well made and is very 'Revlon' in its choice of packaging and colours etc. I believe there are around 6 shades but correct me if I am wrong.
When rolling the lipstick up and down (this might be a one off by the way) the stick can get stuck and not go down properly into the tube, so it ruins the angle of the lipstick and gives you glossy fingers - NOT A GOOD LOOK!


APPLICATION
As mentioned above the lipstick has a few issues coming in and out of the tube, but I am sure this is a one off.  The lipstick feels good quality and after applying lasts for a good couple of hours (if you don't roll your lips that is - I am a sucker for this....literally) 


It doesn't feel dry on my lips and I was even daring to try 'Rum Glow' which is the subtle but sensual caramel shade available.  I think the depth of the metallic shades are gorgeous and add definition to lips however thick or thin.


LIKES
The fact I got it on special offer which was fab, but also finding out since it can be sourced for cheaper than the original selling price of £7.50 (I personally would like a little more product for my money)


DISLIKES
The packaging was good but the twist technology clearly doesn't work as they desired.


Sparkles&Mirrors Score: 3/5
Cost: £2.50-£7.50 

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