Thursday 24 July 2014

• A Boots beauty haul •

I picked up some bits and bobs that I needed for summer... 
(I say the word 'needed' loosely). 

First, let's talk lipsticks. More specifically, let's talk Revlon. Technically, I wasn't meant to fall in love with the Revlon Matte Balms as I had swatched them when they first came out and wasn't all that impressed. But the other day, when I wandered on in to Boots, I checked them out again to see if my opinion had changed. It miraculously had. Maybe it's because we're in summer now and I can see myself dipping into the brights a little more, but they just really appealed to me. I picked up the colours 'Unapologetic', a near-fluorescent bright pink and 'Audacious', a stunning hot bright orange. They're so pigmented, smell minty and are super creamy, so exactly what I look for in lip products, and I'm really looking forward to wearing these.

Next up are the Collection Cream Puffs in 'Fairy Cake', a coral-y pink and 'Cotton Candy' a really pretty muted pink. They're matte and ridiculously creamy (can you spot a theme here?) and their pigmentation is just amazing. One swipe and my lips are done, there's no need to go over the area with layers, the colour is what it is. I spotted Sabrina from LoveLaughAndMakeup rocking Fairy Cake in a tutorial and I was so surprised to find they were only £2.99 each. I've been wearing Cotton Candy non-stop and I can see these being perfect with a light base and winged liner. Oh and the scent? Sweet and gorgeous - good enough to eat (wouldn't recommend this though...)

As mentioned in my June lusting/July wish list post, I was so impressed with the L'oreal L'Extroadinaire Liquid Lipstick in 201 'Rose Symphony' and was excited to pick up another shade, so I did just that. I chose the colour 601 'Nude Ballet' as Rose Melody wasn't in stock and I've been lusting over it for a while - it's still on the list! Nude Ballet is the perfect nude though, especially for my pale colouring with olive undertones. The formula is gorgeously creamy and again, very pigmented, especially for a gloss.
Top row: Revlon 'Unapologetic' and Revlon 'Audacious'
Bottom row: Collection 'Fairy Cake', Collection 'Cotton Candy', L'Oreal 'Nude Ballet'
L'oreal has been killing it recently and they just keep coming out with amazing products across the board; I feel like their range is similar in quality to high-end make up - they own the likes of Lancome and YSL, so that could be why. Alongside the gloss, I picked up the Lumi Magique Primer which was also on my lust list. It's a really lovely iridescent primer that gives a dew look when foundation is applied over the top, which I'm really loving at the moment. It catches the light beautifully and I've been wearing it with my Revlon Colour Stay to give it more of a blowy look. Lastly, I bought the Nude Magique Eau De Teint Foundation in 'Warm Ivory' which I won't talk too much about as I'm planning a full review for it. As a little spoiler though, it's bloody fantastic. I'll go into it more in the review, with a demo to show you how it looks in terms of coverage, finish, texture, longevity and colour. Watch this space!

Have you picked anything up recently?
Have you tried any of the products I purchased?
Daniela xo
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26 comments :

  1. Ooh Cotton Candy is lovely! x

    Kirsty
    pearlsandsparkle.blogspot.com

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  2. All the lip products you bought look amazing! I especially love the two Revlon colours. Must get one of those Matte Balms! x

    Mapped Out | Fashion, Beauty, Lifestyle

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    1. Definitely get your hands on them! They're so lovely! Daniela xo

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  3. You picked up some lovely products, i used to love Cotton Candy, i wore it on my prom night! I love the Revlon balms too!
    xprincessjas | ♥

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    1. Ahh I bet it looked lovely :) and the Revlon balms are great aren't they! Daniela xo

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  4. All the lip products look amazing and I love their names. L'oreal have been doing great lately and I must try some of their products especially Nude Ballet!

    Jackie | fashionxfairytale | bloglovin' |

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    1. L'Oreal have been amazing lately! Definitely comparable to high end products. Daniela xo

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  5. There is quite a few things from the L'Oreal magique collection I want to try! I love the Revlon balms, such good pigment!

    India / Touchscreens & Beautyqueens

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    1. I really recommend giving the L'Oreal magique collection a go - lovely products! Daniela xo

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  6. Amazing haul, I'm absolutely loving that L'Oreal primer at the moment!
    Gorgeous lip colours too, I had completely forgotten about the Collection cream puffs, I finished 2 a while back and haven't got round to repurchasing! Thanks for the reminder :D

    Style Sunrise☀

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    1. I'm loving it, too! Ooh definitely repurchase them - they're incredible. Daniela xo

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  7. Wow shades are amazing, love them for summer! I am also impressed with L'oreal products and I swear by their Shampoo's. Thanks for your visit to my blog and comment! I am your new follower through G+, hope you will follow me back as well. Have a beautiful weekend!

    xx,
    Tania
    http://inspiremyfancy.blogspot.com/2014/07/so-bright.html

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    1. I love them, too :) I need to try more of their haircare as I haven't in a while! I'm following you lovely, love your blog! Daniela xo

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  8. I was going to pick ONE shade that I thought looked great on you, but they ALL do! :) I haven't picked anything up recently but I really want to try the Revlon Matte Balms! :)

    Jessica
    the.pyreflies.org

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    1. Ah, thank you lovely, that's so sweet! Try the matte balms and let me know what you think :) Daniela xo

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  9. Great haul, I have audacious plus one of the collection cotton candy and both the L'oreal primer and foundation - love them all xx

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    1. Thanks, ah amazing. There are some great products in drugstores. Definitely stepping up their game! Daniela xo

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  10. Ooh the Revlon balms look so nice! I was a little put off by matte in the title I don't know why I guess I just thought they'd be drying but the formula looks really nice love the shades you picked up :) xx

    http://rinicawrites.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. They are so nice, and not drying at all! Definitely worth a swatch next time you're in store. Daniela xo

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  11. The Collection ones look so cute! I definitely want to pick a couple of these up! I love the Liquid Lipsticks as well, I have Tangerine Sonate and wanting more! xx
    loujay.co.uk

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    1. They're great, and so cheap! Can't believe the price for the quality. I need to look into Tangerine Sonate as I love oranges! Daniela xo

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