tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66873593044001542102024-02-20T03:53:40.296+11:00Luxury on the LipsStephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08627080154264662533noreply@blogger.comBlogger319125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687359304400154210.post-32662860517337807002017-04-23T23:32:00.001+10:002017-04-23T23:32:21.400+10:00Favourites 2017 Quarter #1<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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How is it already heading towards the end of April? Where does the time go?! </div>
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In the last couple of years I have only posted annual favourites. I find it extremely difficult to think back on the previous 12 months and select my favourite products. This year I have decided to post quarterly favourites and then probably an annual post summing up my absolute favourites. </div>
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Anyway onto the favourites. As always, these products may not be new releases or even new to my collection. They are just products I have been reaching for the most in the last three months. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">LA PRAIRIE - Skin Caviar Concealer Foundation </span><br />
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I saw and read so many rave reviews on this foundation that I had to have it. Never mind that it costs almost as much as a months grocery shop. At first I didn't get the hype but once I found the best way to apply it for my skin - it was LOVE. I like to apply with a combination of fingers and sponge. It perfects my skin, provides coverage but still looks like my skin. It also lasts all day. I could however live without the concealer. It is too thick and sticky for my liking. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">GUERLAIN - Happy Glow Blush</span><br />
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As soon as I saw the promo images for this collection, I knew I would own this blush. It is a gorgeous shimmery, soft pink. It is so pretty in the pan (and on the skin), it also smells like violets. Only downside is that is very fragile. How do I know? Because this is actually my second one. My asshole cat knocked the first one off my chest of drawers and it shattered like my dreams into a million pieces. I yelled at the cat, cried and then ordered another one. That cat costs me a fortune... </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">CHANEL - Joues Contraste 64 Pink Explosion</span><br />
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I only just realised that this was also in my 2016 Favourites. I just find it a perfect pink blush for me. It is nicely pigmented - it provides a perfect healthy flush. It's a favourite for my makeup bag. Luckily this is a permanent shade. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">BECCA - Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed</span><br />
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I cannot get enough of highlighters at the moment. These Becca ones are some of my most favourite. Left to right - Moonstone, Rose Quartz and Pearl. They have such a creamy, pigmented formula and it wears so well. I can't wait to add more to my collection. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">GUERLAIN - Meteorites Happy Glow Pearls</span><br />
As with the blush, I knew I would have it as soon as I saw it. Not just because it is pretty but because I also consider myself a Meteorites collector. These pearls give a beautiful, soft highlight, perfect for the cheekbones or the décolletage.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS - Modern Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette</span><br />
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I finally succumbed to the hype around this palette in February and I am so happy that I did. The shades are insanely pigmented, almost too pigmented. The options are endless with this palette and I can't wait to play with it even more. I am also now taking ABH much more seriously as a makeup brand (not just that brand that does brow products...). </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS - Clear Brow Gels</span><br />
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I never realised how important a good, clear brow gel is. I brush my brows in place with this in the morning and they don't budge all day! This is only a mini but I will definitely be buying a full size (when Sephora gets its shit together and has it in stock, in store). </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">CHANEL - Le Vernis</span><br />
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I have been purchasing Chanel nail polishes for years. The colours have always impressed me but the formula was quite lacklustre for me, it was streaky/thin and never lasted long. The reformulation has made such a difference! The new shades last almost a week for me with minor tip wear and I only need two coats. *busy buying ALL the nail polishes*</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">CHANEL - Rouge Coco Shine 124 Rouge Lumiere</span><br />
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This sheer red is just so effortless. It makes me look like I have put a lot of effort in (yeah, like 5 minutes). Really comfortable to wear too. You know I love the Rouge Coco Shine formula. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">HUDA BEAUTY - Liquid Matte Lipstick</span><br />
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Now, I didn't think I was a matte liquid lipstick type of person. How wrong I was! I have fallen hard and fast for these Huda Beauty lipsticks, even the darker colours (when I have always been a brights type of girl). The minis are The Red Edition, the full sizes are Gossip Gurl and Video Star. I highly recommend these, you may (will) be surprised. </div>
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I was having a major clean out in my room the other weekend and I realised I became very close to throwing my precious bag of empties out. Since the bag was getting pretty full, I decided it was time for another Makeup Empties! </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">LAURA MERCIER Foundation Primer - Hydrating</span></div>
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This took me ages to finish! The tube has a pretty big 50ml. A nice primer but I prefer the original Foundation Primer from Laura Mercier. Foundation does not last quite as long with the hydrating as it does with the original formula. </div>
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Still a favourite before makeup moisturiser/primer. I have repurchased and will most likely continue to do so. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">CHANEL Hydra Beauty Flash</span></div>
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I loved using this as a primer, it is hydrating and seems to smooth my skin texture. Will probably repurchase but it is on the pricer side at $100 for 30ml. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">URBAN DECAY All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray</span></div>
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I really like using this to take away any powdery finish on my makeup. It helps give me that dewy look that I love at the moment. It also helps my makeup last all day. Already repurchased. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">BURBERRY Sheer Foundation</span></div>
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I feel like I have had this foundation for ages (and honestly, I think I have). A lovely light and luminous foundation with a great shade match (I was the second lightest shade which never happens). I didn't really like the bottle though, it was hard to get the remaining product out of and felt awkward to hold. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">LOREAL Nude Magique Cushion Foundation</span></div>
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This was the first time in a long time that I was not disappointed or just outright hated a 'drugstore' product. Overall this was a nice light and dewy foundation. Only problem was it had a tendency to turn a little orange on my fair skin. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural</span></div>
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I still adore this powder and have already repurchased (and half used) it. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">LAURA MERCIER Tinted Moisturiser</span></div>
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I had a bit of a love/hate relationship with this. Some days I was in love with it and others I really didn't enjoy it. Probably won't repurchase it, I just found it a bit blah. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">LANCOME Miracle Cushion Liquid Cushion Compact</span></div>
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I adored this foundation. Super easy to use and left me glowing. I will repurchase when I get around to it (one day). </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">BY TERRY Terrybly Densiliss Concealer</span></div>
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A pricey but lovely concealer for the under eye area. I found it hydrating and it covered my dark circles quite well. Probably won't repurchase.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">GIORGIO ARMANI High Precision Retouch</span></div>
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This concealer surprised me by how effective it actually was. The colour was odd but it did a great job at concealing my under eye area. The very fine brush was also really nice to pinpoint application. May repurchase one day. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">TOM FORD Concealing Pen</span></div>
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This concealer is possibly the biggest waste of money ever. It is the worst concealer I have ever tried. The applicator sucks (it has a little sponge on the top), it doesn't actually conceal and is just plain horrible. I hate.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">BOBBI BROWN Corrector</span></div>
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This is a much hyped about product which is very good at concealing dark circles in conjunction with a concealer. A good product but I found it could be a little thick and crease on me. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">DIOR Diorskin Star Concealer</span></div>
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This concealer wasn't bad but it also wasn't amazing. An okay everyday concealer. I won't repurchase. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">DIOR Hydra Life BB Eye Cream</span></div>
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I enjoyed this product when I first used it. I found it good at softening my dark circles but not being too heavy. This isn't fully empty but it is way too old now. The colour has changed and it has a really strong off smell.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">LOREAL Brow Artist Plumper</span></div>
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This was slightly too dark for my brows but good when I wanted a quick groom without having to fill in my brows. Not quite empty but it has gone clumpy (like an old mascara). </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">BENEFIT Gimme Brow</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">ESTEE LAUDER Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Volume Mascara</span></div>
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This was a freebie with a magazine. It was okay. Nothing amazing and honestly I was glad I hadn't paid the retail price. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">MAYBELLINE The Falsies Volum' Express Mascara</span></div>
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This mascara was much better in my memory or maybe I have just used great mascaras since first using this about 6 years ago. Won't repurchase. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">CHANEL Illusion D'Ombre - 82 Emerveille</span></div>
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I adored this cream eyeshadow and it lasted ages. Emerveille is a pretty champagne beige. Will repurchase. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">CLINIQUE Almost Lipstick - 39 Shy Honey</span></div>
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This isn't really even close to lipstick. It is a very lightly tinted lip balm that sadly isn't really that moisturising. Won't repurchase and not even sure if Clinique still makes these. </div>
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Another day, another pretty Chanel collection...</div>
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The lovely ladies at the Chanel boutique actually caught me unaware with this collection. I had seen promotional images on Instagram but didn't realise it was being released in Australia so soon. I got to be the first person to play with the testers and spent a good twenty minutes oohing and aahing over everything. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>PLISSE LUMIERE DE CHANEL ILLUMINATING POWDER</b></span><br />
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I am seriously powerless to resist a highlight at the moment. In the past they were something I could easily leave behind. Not anymore!</div>
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The pleated pattern of this highlighter is inspired by Japanese 'washi' paper and is very pretty to look at. In the photo above it looks almost blurry but this is actually just the pattern. The Plisse Lumiere de Chanel is a light, slightly pinky gold shade with fine shimmer. It is nicely pigmented for a highlighter and easy to blend out. I adore! Look at it! How could you not?!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>LES 4 OMBRES MULTI EFFECT QUADRA EYESHADOW - 292 JARDINS ECLATANTS</b></span></div>
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Did I need another neutral eyeshadow palette? No. Did that matter? No. The shades in this palette are gorgeous and you can create a whole eye look using the one palette. I especially love the shade in the bottom left corner - it is sooo pretty! Impressed with the quality of this palette too. All the shades are perfectly pigmented and buttery soft. This palette is actually very similar to Codes Subtils from the Coco Code collection. No wonder I was drawn to it!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>LES TISSAGES DE CHANEL BLUSH DUO TWEED EFFECT - 100 TWEED CORALLINE & 110 TWEED CHERRY BLOSSOM</b></span></div>
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The blush fiend in me was super excited to see these blushes. Years ago Chanel had these Tweed Effect blushes and I have one from then (which I used to use ALL the time). Whilst they have a sparkly overlay, they actually have a satin finish with no sparkles. Once you have used them for a while you end up with the two shades divided down the pan (hence the 'blush duo'). </div>
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Tweed Coralline is a soft coral with a golden sheen and Tweed Cherry Blossom is a slightly cool pink-red. Both are highly pigmented which is actually a little bit of a pain. A very light hand is needed when applying, if you want a soft, diffused blush (like I do). They can be a little difficult to blend out on the cheeks, I sometimes have to go back in with some powder on a fluffy brush to blend. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>ROUGE ALLURE GLOSS - 27 VIBRATION</b></span></div>
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I got caught up in the moment when I decided to purchase this lip gloss. Not because there is anything wrong with it. I just don't wear lip gloss very often and the shade is a little more coral than I like. Vibration is a bright pink-coral with slightly warm undertones. It pulls quite orange against my cool skin. </div>
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The Rouge Coco Shine formula is one of my favourites. Rouge Lumiere is a sheer, cool red with very fine shimmer. This shade looks gorgeous on, a sheer take on the classic red lip. I love. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>LE VERNIS - 552 RESPLENDISSANT & 584 BLEU PASTEL</b></span><br />
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Funny story - my Mum recently found out how much a bottle of Chanel nail polish retails for. She was shocked and then told me off for spending that much on nail polish. I also got a slap on the hand (haha!) and she is now plotting if I will notice if she sells them off (yes, I will notice).</div>
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Resplendissant is a cream red shade with a slight coral tinge to it. Bleu Pastel is a pastel baby blue shade. Neither shade have shimmer (though the photo above makes it appear that they do). I haven't tried either of these shades yet, I've been lazy and haven't painted my nails in weeks if not months.</div>
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There you have my picks from the latest Chanel collection. I highly recommend all the powder products I have featured and the Rouge Lumiere lipstick. The collection has been out for a few weeks now. So if there is something you like the look of, don't wait too long! </div>
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Back at the start of 2015 I decided to keep a record of every lip product I wore for the whole year. I managed to do so and I posted about it <a href="http://www.luxuryonthelips.com/2016/06/365-days-of-lips-2015-results.html" target="_blank">here</a>. 365 Days of Lips has become a habit for me, I have been keeping records for 2017 too! </div>
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Note - 2016 was leap year, hence the 366 Days of Lips. </div>
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Keeping a record has actually helped me clean out my stash. I can't justify keeping lipsticks I have not worn in over 24 months. Especially since so many are getting a bit old (probably really old but I just don't like to admit it). </div>
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I didn't realise until I started this post but six of the ten lipsticks are from Chanel. Can you tell where most of my money goes (and why I am always broke haha)? </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">1. CHANEL Rouge Coco Stylo - 202 Conte</span></div>
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This lipstick is perfect for a lazy day when I want to look polished but not like I have put too much effort in. Conte is a pretty nude-pink and the formula is hydrating and feels lovely on the lips. </div>
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I love this fuchsia pink. Again love the formula and the hydrating feeling it gives. This shade is quite pigmented. The only downside is I seem to always get this one on my teeth!</div>
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This matte berry lipstick is a favourite for its colour and wear time. It is also really comfortable on my lips and not drying. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">4. CHANEL Les Beiges Lip Balm - No. 10</span></div>
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This was my most worn lip product for 2015 and it made the top 5 again for 2016. Honestly, I am surprised how much of this is left. As I said last time, this is perfect for days when my lips are dry and I am lazy (which is often). </div>
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I adore this formula of lipstick, I am surprised only one made it into the top 10. This is gorgeous pinky-red, it is a liquid lipstick but does not dry down fully matte. It is comfortable to wear and lasts well. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">6. MAC Lustre Lipstick - Lovelorn</span><br />
Another product that made an appearance in the 2015 edition. This soft pink lipstick is a favourite for a more natural look. Look how little is left! It is almost time to give up on it (and put in the Back 2 MAC bag).<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">7. CHANEL Rouge Coco Shine - 116 Mighty</span><br />
Another lipstick with a balm feel. Also another pink lipstick from Chanel. Another lipstick on the sheerer side that gives my lips colour but does not feel heavy or too made up.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">8. LIPSTICK QUEEN - Frog Prince</span><br />
Honestly, I purchased this because of the gimmick behind it. It is not actually a green lipstick - on contact with skin/lips it transforms into a pink shade that is meant to suit you perfectly. Not sure if that is true but it does become a very pretty pink. The texture is similar to a lip balm.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">9. CHANEL Rouge Allure - 166 Indemodable</span><br />
This is a more pigmented formula from Chanel with a satin finish. Indemodable is berry-pink that I find really lifts my complexion. I still love the case that the Rouge Allure lipsticks have - a click to release tube. I feel so fancy using it. Haha!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">10. CHARLOTTE TILBURY Hot Lips - Bosworth's Beauty</span><br />
Another pink lipstick! Who would have thought?! This is a Matte Revolution formula from the Hot Lips collection. I thought this shade was going to be too pale but it is perfect. The Matte Revolution formula is my favourite from Charlotte Tilbury.<br />
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What did I learn from this experiment in 2016? I like pink lipstick, actually I love pink lipstick is probably more accurate. I wear a lot of sheer formula lipsticks but I also like my bold matte shades. I also need to cull even more lipsticks from my stash. I have a lot of unloved MAC ones that are really getting on in age (like 3+ years). If they can stay in my stash and get that old, they obviously are not being used!</div>
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I actually really like keeping my 365 Days of Lips record. It is like a diary for my lips! I highly recommend giving it a try - especially if your lipstick stash seems to be getting out of control. </div>
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I love it when Chanel releases a collection with a gorgeous blush as the centrepiece. It makes me pay attention instantly (and open my wallet). The Coco Codes Collection was released in early January but you know - I'm lazy and have only just found time to share some pretty pictures on here. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">COCO CODE BLUSH HARMONY</span><br />
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This really is the star of the collection. This blush palette features four shades - white, beige, gold and red. It is really up to the user as to what shade you get - I prefer to mix all four evenly but you definitely focus on one half if you wanted to. All four shades blended together gives you a pinky-peach colour with soft shimmers. The texture of this blush is gorgeous - smooth and velvety. It is easy to blend and wears well throughout the day. This is limited edition (of course!). </div>
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I love eyeshadow palettes but really don't wear eyeshadow enough to justify purchasing them. This one however, I could not resist. The shades are just perfect and exactly what I love in an eyeshadow palette. All four shades work well together and create a very pretty eye look. The texture of the shadows is fantastic - smooth and easy to blend. Pigmentation is also really good and not powdery. This eyeshadow palette is limited edition (and I believe it has already sold out at a lot of counters). </div>
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My love affair with the Stylo Yeux eyeliners continues. I just adore the formula of these and could not resist adding these two new shades to my stash. They are smooth and easy to apply and last all day on my eyes. </div>
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Noir Petrole is a deep olive-black with a soft shimmery satin finish. Mat Taupe is a matte, dark brown-taupe shade. I believe the former is limited edition whilst the later is permanent. </div>
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This top coat is a sheer black that you apply over another nail polish to change the colour. This plays into the idea of 'creating your own code'. In the promotional photos for this collection, the model is actually wearing the Blanc White polish with this top coat. It transforms the polish into a gorgeous grey. I haven't tried this yet but I am intrigued by it. This is also limited edition. </div>
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The Chanel Coco Codes Collection is available now on Chanel counters. If there is anything you want to pick up, don't wait long!</div>
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If I wasn't so busy (read: watching far too much Law & Order SVU) this post would have been up well over a week ago. </div>
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Each year Beautylish (one of my favourite places to shop online) has Lucky Bags available starting Boxing Day (but are not shipped until the new year). They are inspired by the Lucky Bag tradition for New Year in Japan. </div>
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In 2016 I held off too long and missed out. I then had major regrets when I saw the contents on the bags popping up on social media. I was not going to miss out this time! I purchased mine as soon as they became available (at something like 3am). The bag cost US$75 but it worth over double that. </div>
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The most annoying part of the Lucky Bag was how long it took to get to me. It was only about 10 days but I am really impatient. Shipping was free but it was only standard shipping. </div>
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My Lucky Bag arrived beautifully wrapped in brown paper and the gorgeous paper used as a background in the photos. I was too excited to open it to take photos beforehand. </div>
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I am really pleased with my Lucky Bag - the contents are worth over US$150 and all the products are things I can/will use. Obviously the big ticket item in this bag is the By Terry palette. </div>
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I received this in the shade 1 Tan & Flash Cruise. It is a face palette that has blushes on the left and bronzers on the right. I am not a massive bronzer person but I could see those shades making nice eyeshadows. I think this palette could be really good to travel with. It retails for <a href="https://www.beautylish.com/s/by-terry-sun-designer-palette-1-tan-flash-cruise" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">US$82.</a></div>
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I am all about the highlight at the moment so I was very pleased to receive this Becca highlighter in the shade Moonstone. It is a shade I did not have but the formula is so lovely, I am thrilled to add it to my quickly growing Becca stash. This retails for <a href="https://www.beautylish.com/s/becca-shimmering-skin-perfector-pressed-moonstone" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">US$38.</a></div>
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This product isn't exactly exciting but brow pencils are an essential and I haven't tried this one before. The shade is Universal Taupe which works well with my brows. I also like the sword like shape (similar to Shu Uemura when they sharpen the pencil for you). It retails for <a href="https://www.beautylish.com/s/it-cosmetics-brow-power-universal-eyebrow-pencil" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">US$24.</a></div>
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I understand the idea of Z Palettes but I am not a depotting type of person. I like my makeup to look like it did when I purchased it (usage aside). This is probably the only item I won't use. I do like the leopard print though! This retails for <a href="https://www.beautylish.com/s/z-palette-small-palette-leopard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">US$14.</a> </div>
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Good brushes are so expensive, it is important to take good care of them. I have never tried this type of brush shampoo before but the lavender scent smells lovely. This retails for <a href="https://www.beautylish.com/s/clean-apothecary-brush-shampoo-lavender" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">US$15.</a> </div>
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I am unsure of this brushes brand - posts on Instagram suggest it is a Chikuhodo brush specially made for the Lucky Bags. The brush itself feels well made and the bristles are quite soft (not Wayne Goss soft but still soft). I do not know how much this would retail for, maybe US$20? </div>
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There you have my Lucky Bag 2017! </div>
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Overall I am very happy with it's contents and can see myself using almost every item. The value is definitely there - excluding the brush as I am unsure of its retail price, the value of this bag is US$173. That is almost US$100 more than I paid! I will be getting another one next year, that is for sure. </div>
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The end of another year means another annual favourites post. I seriously cannot believe how fast 2016 went! It is true what they say - that the years pass quicker, the older you get. I am starting to think how nice it would be if we could slow time down little occasionally, really give yourself a chance to enjoy a good moment. But then it would also be nice to speed through the bad times wouldn't it?</div>
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Enough of my ramblings, onto the beauty! After all, that's why we are all here. </div>
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What can I say about beauty in 2016? I bought too much, learnt new techniques, invested in some products, wasted money on others and had some new beauty experiences. </div>
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Apologies in advance for my bad photos. I cannot seem to find good light lately!</div>
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I have liked all products from Charlotte Tilbury that I have tried and this is no exception. I adore this foundation. The coverage is light, it leaves my skin looking natural and radiant with perfect amount of glow. It is so easy to apply too, it has come my go-to everyday foundation. </div>
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This concealer was in my annual favourites a few years ago. When it ran out I didn't get around to replacing it (I like to try new things). I finally replaced it and I remember why I love it so much. A perfect colour match, it's hydrating and really helps cover my dark under eye area. </div>
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My 2015 Favourites included the Meteorites Pearls, in 2016 I discovered the compact version. I still love the pearl version but the compact is so much easier for travelling. I love this as an allover finishing powder. It sets my foundation and helps blur any imperfections.</div>
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2016 was the year I started to 'bake' with loose powder when I needed my makeup to last. The La Prairie is my favourite for this purpose. It is a freaking expensive product but you get a lot of it. The little pot in the photo is 10g you also get a massive 56g pot to refill the little pot with. La Prairie has a had a lot of blogger/vlogger love lately. I also purchased the Caviar Foundation but my opinion on that is still undecided. </div>
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I love all my Chanel blushes but I fell hard for this permanent shade in 2016. The shade is 64 Pink Explosion and I love it for a fuss free everyday blush. The cool pink shade with a small amount of shimmer works perfectly on my fair skin. </div>
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I had quite a thing for highlighters in 2016. When Laura Mercier first released this range of highlighter, the sole shade available was too dark for me. I was super excited when I saw another 3 shades had been released. This shade is Devotion and it is a gorgeous soft pink which highlights my cheekbones perfectly. </div>
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I can't believe it took me this long to try the highly raved about Becca highlighters. This shade is Pearl and whilst it is a powder, it is so smooth it could be mistake for a cream. Pearl is a lovely icy silver shade. Perfect for highlighting pretty much anywhere. </div>
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This brush is one of the softest brushes I have ever felt. In 2016, I became a total Wayne Goss brush convert. I adore them! The Air-Brush has gone well with my highlighter addiction. It blends out a cheekbone highlight to perfection. </div>
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I knew I had to try this eyebrow pencil when I saw Zoe Foster-Blake raving about it on Instagram. The pencil is firm but still soft enough to blend out easily. I use the shade 30 Brun Naturel which is a nice cool brown and works well with my brows. I love the spoolie at the other end. This should be mandatory on all brow pencils!</div>
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This same product was featured in my 2015 Favourites. Firstly, I still love this product - it is super easy to use and lasts all day. Secondly, Chanel released new shades in 2016 that made me fall in love with this product even more. The shades are 157 Beige Dore, 167 Bronze Platine and 187 Brun Chatain. </div>
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A new release from Chanel in 2016. These are similar to the Rouge Coco Shine line. The stylos are more balmy and hydrating than the Shines but surprisingly I find they are more pigmented too. Perfect for days when my lips are feeling dry or when I don't want to have to put a lot of effort in. The shades I love are 202 Conte, 208 Roman and 212 Recit. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">CHARLOTTE TILBURY - Hot Lips </span></div>
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Until the release of the Hot Lips collection my only criticism of Charlotte's lipsticks was there wasn't enough shades. The two pictured are Electric Poppy and Bosworth's Beauty. They are the Matte Revolution formula which I love, it is a luminous matte - long lasting but easy to wear. </div>
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Another new release from Chanel. These are Chanel's take on a liquid lipstick. I seriously adore them, I purchased a few shades when they were first released and went back a couple of weeks later to buy more. They are highly pigmented, easy to apply, long lasting and still comfortable to wear. The shades pictured are 146 Seduisant and 150 Luxuriant (I have another 3 shades, these 2 are my favourites). </div>
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There you have it! My favourites for the year that was. Happy New Year, I hope 2017 brings everything you wish for! Now if it could just deliver that Chanel Large Classic Flap bag to me...</div>
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The latest Chanel collection hit counters almost a month ago now. It is quite different from what I have come to expect from Holiday collections. They are usually deeper shades, reds and designed for the northern hemisphere and their winter. The Collection Libre Synthetic de Chanel is more pink based with brighter shades. Chanel describes it as <i>'a vibrant, modern Holiday 2016 collection with a hypnotic edge'. </i>Very true, well played Chanel.</div>
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Besides the items I purchased the collection also includes an eye palette and various lip products. The eye palette is beautiful but blue and silver shades just don't work for me (and I am kind of scared of blue eyeshadow...). None of the lip products called to me plus I am still obsessed with the Rouge Allure Inks. </div>
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As a self confessed 'blush fiend' as soon as I saw the blush, I had to have it. Hyperfresh is a bright pink with cool undertones, the finish is almost matte. The formula is lovely, as all Joues Contrastes are, wear time is also good. </div>
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Chanel haven't made a potted eyeliner before this. It is described as a 'longwear intense cream eyeliner'. I have only had a quick play around with it since purchasing and I can say it is an intense, matte black. The formula seems easy to use and seems to be pretty long wearing - I had to pull out the big guns to get it off (oil based eye makeup remover). </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Le Vernis - 540 Liquid Mirror, 542 Pink Rubber & 544 Hyperrose Glass</span></div>
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Chanel nail polishes are something I seem powerless to resist. The colours are almost always unique and ahead of the rest of the pack. Liquid Mirror is a metallic silver. Pink Rubber is a matte pale pink (which actually looks stunning on the nails). Hyperrose Glass is in the nail gloss formula, it is a sheer hot pink with shimmers. I don't wear nail polish nearly enough to justify purchasing all three nail polishes in the collection but I had to have them. </div>
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Overall I am very happy with my picks from this collection. Everything is wearable and useable. Very happy to have each item in my stash.<br />
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I am not someone who believes in buying makeup to collect or keep. I buy products to enjoy them - at least a few times before I move onto other products. When I saw the text from my Chanel Lady with a photo of this product, I knew that was about to change. </div>
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The Ombres Lamées de Chanel is a limited edition eyeshadow palette, only available in Chanel beauty boutiques. To say it is beautiful is an understatement, it is simply exquisite. It looks good in photographs but in person? It is a whole other world. The detail on this stunner is like nothing else I own. </div>
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Ombres Lamées de Chanel is available at Chanel beauty boutiques now, the price is a quite painful AU$115, especially for something I don't plan to use. But hey, never say never. </div>
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This post is a long time coming! This haul took place back at the start of September. I spent a week in Melbourne in September due to my Nanna having surgery. Being a stressful time towards the end of the week, I needed some retail therapy. </div>
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I really wanted to visit Sephora but I don't know the city well at all, especially using public transport. I called on my friend Steph (yup, I am Steph & my friend is Steph) to join me for a shopping trip. She kindly picked me, took me into the city and guided me around Melbourne. Thank you Steph! </div>
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First stop was of course Sephora. I felt like a kid in a candy store. It is not quite beauty heaven but it is pretty damn close. I loved seeing and playing with different brands that I have never had access to before. I didn't really have a shopping list but I still managed to pick up quite a few things. </div>
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The first thing that went in my basket was the <u>Tarte Tartelette in Bloom Clay Palette</u>. It is so pretty and something I have been wanting for ages. Another item I was really glad to finally get is the <u>It Cosmetics Bye Bye Undereye Concealer</u>. I have horrible dark circles and am finding this effective at hiding them. </div>
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I purchased another <u>Beauty Blender.</u> I have had one before but never really used it and everyone seems to love it, so I needed to try it again. The texture of the <u>Sephora Sleeping Mask</u> intrigued me and as I have dry skin it seemed perfect for me. The <u>Sephora Eye Mask</u> was a spur of the moment purchase - I still haven't tried it. </div>
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The queueing up area of Sephora is a dangerous place. All these cute little mini and sample sizes! I picked up the <u>Formula X The System To Go</u> as I thought it was the perfect introduction to the brand and I have heard good things about it. The <u>Foreo Luna Play</u> was too cute to not buy. Yup, I'm that person - I get caught up in cute mini products. </div>
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No beauty shopping trip is complete without a trip to Mecca. That is just a rule, a rule every beauty lover should live by. The first item I picked up was the <u>Mario Badescu Facial Spray</u>, I have heard good reviews and coming into the warmer months I thought it would be perfect. I repurchased the <u>Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer</u>, the shade Vanilla is a perfect match for my skin and I do really like this concealer. </div>
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I got caught up in the mini things being cute again and that is how the <u>Hourglass Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder</u> came home with me. As the sales assistant said - how many times do you actually finish a highlighter? Yup, I can justify any makeup purchase. </div>
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I haven't tried much (if anything) from Smashbox before. I grabbed the <u>Smashbox Try It Kit - Primer Authority</u> as it has products I have actually been wanting to try. The Primer Water and the Undereye Primer have been on my Mecca wish list for a long time. </div>
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This a newer brand that recently opened a store at Melbourne Central. The way the makeup is displayed is a visual feast - the products are displayed along the walls in blocks of colour. The prices of all the products were also very affordable. </div>
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I picked up <u>The Micellar Gel</u> as I love cleansing water and thought this would be good to try out. Makeup wise I purchased <u>The Eyeshadow</u> in 111 and <u>The Intense Lipstick</u> in 312. Both products I have tried out and enjoyed so far. </div>
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This shopping trip was a very enjoyable way to relax after a very stressful few days. Thanks Steph for helping me find my way around and I am glad I could enable you to make some purchases. Haha!</div>
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I am already planning my next Sephora haul, I am heading to Chadstone next weekend and Sephora opened there a couple of weeks ago. Plus the massive new Mecca Maxima and all the Christmas collections are out (hello, Chanel). </div>
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Olive Natural Skincare is a New Zealand based natural (obviously) skincare brand. Olive Natural Skincare is made using extra virgin olive oil and olive leaf extract grown at the Simunovich Estate. </div>
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Both extra virgin olive oil and olive leaf extract are rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. The Olive Natural Skincare range is free from nasties like silicones, parabens, preservatives and mineral oils. The range is also cruelty free (yay!). </div>
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On first use of this cleanser I didn't think I would like it but I have actually really enjoyed it. I found this cleanser to be gentle yet effective. It is creamy, does not dry out my skin but still removes my makeup. My skin is left feeling soft and nourished after use. Thumbs up for the pump bottle. </div>
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This facial exfoliator contains kaolin clay and Manuka honey as well as olive leaf extract (of course). I found this scrub to be quite gentle on my skin - the exfoliating particles are small whilst still being on the gritty side. I felt my skin looked brighter and smoother after using this face polish. The only thing I didn't like was the texture is quite thin on this product which meant I seemed to use quite a bit. </div>
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This balm is my favourite of the Olive Natural Skincare products that I tried. This balm really is all-purpose. It is perfect on all dry spots - elbows, knees and around my nose when I had a cold. I have even used it to soothe small burns from cooking (I am far too clumsy). This balm has a permanent place on my bedside table so I can reach for it as I head to bed. It also has a really nice fresh, natural scent. </div>
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If you are looking for some new natural skincare, I highly suggest you have a look at Olive Natural Skincare. The products are affordable and work well. You can check out their website <a href="http://www.simuolive.com.au/index.php/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> if you want to find out anymore about the brand and their products. </div>
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This small haul is from a couple of weeks ago but I wanted to share because I want to tell you about how awesome Beautylish is. I have purchased from <a href="https://www.beautylish.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beautylish</a> a few times now and I am always impressed with the service. </div>
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My parcels are shipped out within approx. 24 hours, this order was shipped out in less than 8 hours. I always receive my orders within a week (and that is to rural Victoria). My parcels always come well packaged and the items wrapped up safely. Their customer service is always quick to respond and very helpful. I highly recommend Beautylish to get your next beauty fill. If you spend over US$50 you get free shipping to Australia (WOO!). </div>
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The main reason for my purchase from Beautylish was the release of the new limited edition makeup brush from Wayne Goss (a YouTuber if you haven't heard of him before). I purchased The Anniversary Set at Christmas time and I have the last two years Holiday Brushes. I love them all so I couldn't resist. I also picked up some items from Becca that I have been eyeing off so I could take advantage of free shipping. </div>
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The first item added to my cart was of course <b>The Air-Brush</b> from <b>Wayne Goss</b>. This is an insanely soft brush designed for powder products. When I say soft, I mean soft. It is softer than brush I own, including other Wayne Goss brushes and my Suqqu Cheek Brush. It is perfect for highlighter, contour, blush or targeted application of powder. </div>
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<b>Becca</b> is a brand I am really just starting to discover so I had to pick up one of the raved about <b>Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed</b> in Pearl. A gorgeous luminous white highlighting powder. I also purchased one of the new <b>Shimmering Skin Perfector Luminous Blushes</b> in Foxglove. This is a a very pretty shimmery pink shade. </div>
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A close-up of The Air-Brush (I probably should have washed it before taking this photo!) See the nice tapered but soft brush head. I have no regrets about adding this brush to my growing collection.</div>
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If you are looking for your next beauty splurge, I highly recommend you check out <a href="https://www.beautylish.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beautylish</a>. I am already planning my next haul (hello Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips!). </div>
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It has been a long time since I have done a 'Disappointing Products' post, my last and only one is way back in 2012 (post <a href="http://www.luxuryonthelips.com/2012/09/products-i-regret-buying.html" target="_blank">HERE</a> if you are interested). </div>
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I try to be positive so I rarely post reviews on products I don't like. Especially since if I don't like a product, I stop using it pretty quickly. I don't have a lot of products in this post either, mostly because I throw them out/pass them on pretty quickly. My stash doesn't have room for crappy products!</div>
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I think this a good entry level product but it just doesn't work for me (I know a lot of people love it). The contour colours look muddy on cool, fair skin. The yellow (banana) shade is too yellow for me. I also found the powders to be quite chalky and hard to blend. </div>
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I fell in love with this palette as soon as I saw it and I paid a massive $125 for it. I hate it. The shadows are powdery and patchy with poor pigmentation. They have really bad fallout too - I had glitter all over my face by the end of the day. An expensive, disappointing product. </div>
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This is the lightest shade and it is still so dark! I picked it up in a rush as I had a giant pimple on my chin that needed covering ASAP. It worked in a pinch that day but I haven't used it again. </div>
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Another pricey disappointment. This is the concealer with the little sponge on the top. Firstly the applicator sucks - the product just seems to get stuck in the sponge. Secondly, it did nothing to conceal my dark circle. The formula is thin and didn't actually have any coverage. I am determined to finish it somehow though as it was so pricey. </div>
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This concealer seems like such a great idea, two different shades of concealer in one nifty little pen. Pity the concealers aren't any good. Both are cakey, difficult to blend and do not wear well. Again I am determined to finish it as it cost so damn much!</div>
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Pricey disappointments seem to be a theme to this post. These lipsticks were quite hyped when they were first released and I had to have them. I picked up two shades 500 (the pink shade) and 302 (the coral shade). These lipsticks have quite chalky appearance to them when applied to the lips and they are very patchy. The formula just sits on top of the lips. So disappointing (look how pretty the red cases are!). </div>
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I have no idea why I bought this. I guess I get swept up in the hype thanks to all the beauty bloggers raving about it. The actual gel liner is quite good, the applicator is difficult and fiddly. I also found I wasted a lot of product as it dried out in the applicator between uses. </div>
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I keep a bag on the back of my door for my makeup empties and since the bag was getting pretty full, I thought it is time for another empties post. </div>
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The last empties I posted was in August 2015 so a new one is definitely due. This is all the products I have finished up since then. I did however throw out a few mascaras without including them, mainly because I can't remember what I think of them. That probably indicates that they weren't that amazing. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">CHANEL - Vitalumiere Aqua Foundation</span></b></div>
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Holy grail foundation. Already repurchased. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">DIOR - Airflash Spray Foundation</span></b></div>
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I really enjoyed this foundation, it left my skin looking flawless. There is a bit of a knack to applying this but well worth the effort. Coverage is good and wears well. I reserved this as a 'going out' foundation. Originally I purchased this from Harrods as it was unavailable in Australia, it is now here though. May repurchase - it felt like it didn't have as many applications as a conventional bottle of foundation so that puts me off a little. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">GIORGIO ARMANI - Maestro Fusion Makeup</span></b></div>
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I purchased this soon after its release, at the peak of the hype around it. I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It is light coverage but enough to even out my skin and make me look put together. A favourite for when I was in rush. I have recently purchased the new Maestro Glow so I won't be repurchasing anytime soon, I need to give the new a good try first. </div>
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I have had this concealer for way too long. I purchased it off eBay when all the YouTubers were obsessed with it. I liked it, the shade Fair was a great match for my skin. I will probably repurchase - it is a good product at a reasonable price. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">LANCOME - Miracle Cushion Liquid Cushion Compact</span></b></div>
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I LOVE this foundation. I used this almost everyday for about 2 months after I initially purchased it. It is so easy to use and it makes my skin look flawless and glowing. I purchased the duo pack with a refill so I am currently using that one. Will repurchase after using up the refill. </div>
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I use this as both a primer and moisturisers in rushed mornings as a kind of two products in one. I really like this product and will continue to repurchase (I already have one almost empty and backup). TIP: the travel size actually works out cheaper than the full size! $15 for 30ml vs. $55 for 50ml. </div>
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I purchased this because it seems to be a product every makeup lover uses. I didn't have an issue with the product - it did as I wanted. I however hated the spray on this, it was like pointing a hose at my face. I am now using an Urban Decay one that has a much finer mist. </div>
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This was a sample included in a Mecca Beauty Loop box ages ago. It is only 1.3g but lasted quite some time. I liked this powder - it set my makeup without leaving my skin looking really matte. The texture was a little odd though. I won't purchase the full size. </div>
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I should have thrown this mascara out years ago but I paid over $50 for it so I couldn't bring myself to part with it. Especially since I have barely used it. Why? Because it is bright blue and I got talked into at the Chanel counter. It is a lovely mascara just not one I needed to pay what I did for it. </div>
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I didn't particularly like the original formula of the Le Volume De Chanel mascara but I really liked this one. It is a very intense black and made my lashes look full and dark. Would possibly purchase. </div>
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This is a tinted eye primer. I quite liked this product. It was good to neutralise the colour on my eyelids even without using shadows on top. I won't repurchase at this stage as I have other products that will do the same job (MAC Painterly Paint Pot & NARS Primer). </div>
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I wish I could give an opinion on this product but I only got to use it once before it dried up and fell out the next time I opened it. Fail. </div>
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I love this for quick and easy brow grooming. It makes my brows look neat and tidy with very little effort. Already repurchased. </div>
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A pretty long list of empties there. Pretty happy with what I have used up. No lip products though. I'll have to get working on them (HAHA!). Anyway I don't use products to finish them, I use them because I like them and enjoy using them.</div>
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It was love at first sight with this beauty. I am absolutely powerless to resist blush anyway but add in a pretty pattern and slap on 'limited edition' and you have me whipping out my credit card. I know, I am a marketers dream.</div>
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The Burberry London with Love Blush Highlighter appeared on the Burberry website back in April. I have had it in my stash for two months now but it was only in the last couple of weeks that I could actually bring myself to dip my brush in it. I really didn't want to upset that pretty pattern. </div>
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The London with Love Blush Highlighter features a raspberry pink in the centre, in the shape of a heart to form the blush. The heart is surrounded by a soft beige highlighter. You can either use each shade individually or mix together. I personally prefer to mix them for a glowing, pink blush. The blush on its own has a satin finish whereas the highlighter is quite shimmery. They mix together perfectly. </div>
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The formula is lovely - soft and blendable but not powdery. Pigmentation is strong, almost too strong so a light hand is needed for application. I found wear time with this blush to be good. It lasts all day with only minimal fading around the edges. I can look in the mirror when I get home and I still have pretty pink cheeks. </div>
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The product itself comes in the standard Burberry compact with the check print, it comes housed in a velvet pouch and a brush is included. Honestly, I haven't even tried the brush - I much prefer to use my own blush brush. This product is also quite heavily scented (as I have found most Burberry powders to be), I don't notice it once applied but something for those sensitive to scented products to be mindful of. </div>
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The swatches above a little out of order (apologies). The first swatch is both the blush and highlighter heavily swatched. The second is just the blush and the third is just the highlighter. The final swatch is a lighter swatch of both the highlighter and blush. As you can see both the highlighter and blush are quite pigmented. When mixed together they make such a pretty rosy pink. </div>
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Overall I am very happy to have the London with Love Blush Highlighter in my collection. The formula is spot on and the palette is gorgeous. It's LOVE!</div>
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The Burberry London with Love Blush Highlighter is available in Australia now and retails for $94.00 (luxury and limited edition don't come cheap). It will sell out fast, so if you want it, buy quickly - you have been warned!</div>
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Almost a month ago I headed to Chadstone for some post birthday retail therapy. Since I turned 25, I needed some therapy. Turning 25 is a little scary - I am now a quarter of a century old! I got money for my birthday and it was burning a hole in my wallet - I had to spend it. </div>
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I had a pretty big wish list of items I wanted to purchase. I don't do a lot of online shopping now, I prefer to pick up items in store when I can. When I shop in person I get carried away and buy more than I planned to though. Maybe I should go back to online shopping? </div>
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I purchased three foundations in one day. Looking back now, that seems pretty excessive. However they have been ones I have been lusting after for ages. The <b>YSL Touche Eclat Le Teint</b> is a reformulation of the original Touche Eclat Foundation. I also wanted the new foundation brush that was released at the same time but it wasn't in stock. </div>
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I have been lusting after the <b>Laura Mercier Candleglow Soft Luminous Foundation</b> since its release in the states some time ago. Thankfully the Laura Mercier counter at DJ's was actually staffed that day so I could get colour matched, plus I got the last one in my shade (#winning). The <b>Giorgio Armani Maestro Glow Foundation</b> is another one I just had to have. I couldn't resist picking up <b>The Body Shop Shade Adjusting Drops </b>in Lightening as they were 40% off and something I definitely need. </div>
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Even though Mecca Maxima has been stocking <b>Urban Decay</b> for ages now, this is my first Urban Decay from them. I have heard great things about the <b>Naked Skin Concealer</b> and the lightest shade is super light (perfect for a translucent person like me). The <b>All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray</b> is another one that has rave reviews and I needed to try it. </div>
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There is absolutely no way I can go to Chadstone with visiting <b>Chanel</b>. I restocked some skincare (which is kind of boring) and picked up some new makeup items. The <b>Hydra Beauty Flash Hydrating Balm</b> is new and modelled on the Clarins Beauty Flash Balm (which I used to use and love). So far I am enjoying the Chanel version, it makes a great primer. </div>
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When I orignally purchased from the Eyes Speak Volumes collection one of the <b>Stylo Eyeshadows</b> I was wanting was sold out. Luckily Bronze Platine was back in stock because it is a gorgeous shade. </div>
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The boutique also still had some items from the Les Sautoirs de Coco Collection. I fell hard for the <b>Perles et Fantaisies Illuminating Powder</b>. It is so pretty and the design is so Chanel. The <b>Rouge Allure</b> in Indemodable was too pretty to resist. </div>
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I haven't tried a lot of products from <b>Bobbi Brown</b> but I like what I have. Last year I purchased a Blush Trio, this year they released <b>Blush Duos</b>. I chose the shade Plum/French Pink. I also purchased another <b>Art Stick</b> this time in Bright Raspberry, I love the formula of these. </div>
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I admit the last two items were actually purchased online, only because I couldn't get them in store. I haven't tried the <b>Shanghai Suzy</b> range of lipsticks before but I knew I had to have this one when the shade is Miss Steph. I've only used it once but first impressions are good.</div>
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Finally the last item of my birthday haul and a bit of a spur of the moment purchase. When I saw the latest <b>Tom Ford</b> collection up on the DJ's website, I had my credit card out faster than you can say 'Tom Ford'. The <b>Sheer Cheek Duo </b>in Bicoastal is gorgeous and I am so glad I didn't hesitate to purchase it (it sold out pretty quickly). </div>
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This post is a long time in the making (almost 18 months). It should have been written a long time ago but what can I say? I get lazy and unmotivated. </div>
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At the start of 2015 I decided to keep a record of what lip product I wore each day, for the whole year. If you have been a Luxury on the Lips reader for a while (if not, hello!) you will know that lip products are my biggest weakness. Hell, even this blog is named after my lip addiction. My lip product stash has been getting a bit out of control, I decided to keep a record so I can see what products I actually wear in the hopes of having a bit of cull. That hasn't happened yet...</div>
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I have over 170 lip products in my collection (yes, I know this is ridiculous). During the 365 day period, I only wore 87 different products. Of the 365 days, I wore something on my lips 259 of those days. That means I didn't wear anything on my lips for 109 days which is a lot more than I expected, though I rarely wear makeup on the weekends. </div>
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One thing I found interesting when looking at my Excel spreadsheet was that I could track certain things or events that happened during the year. For example I knew when my Nan was in hospital in Melbourne because I wore lipstick everyday for about 6 weeks. I also knew when I had been feeling down or ill because I didn't wear any, even during the week to work. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">1. CHANEL Les Beiges Lip Balm - No. 10</span></div>
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This lip balm is just so easy to wear and that is why it was my most worn lip product for the year. It imparts a perfect nudey-pink tint that looks polished. It is also great for when my lips are feeling dry but I don't want bare lips. </div>
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This line would almost be my favourite release from 2015. It applies as an sheer oil and then sort of develops on the lips into a darker shade. No. 5 is reddish pink. I love how comfortable this is to wear. </div>
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This is one of my favourite lipsticks - ever. The formula is spot on - matte, long wearing but comfortable. Hot Berry is a gorgeous shade, a bright berry pink. I also really like the pencil shape - you can use it to line then lips and then fill them in. </div>
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Chanel revamped the Rouge Coco formula in 2015. I fell in love with Jean on first sight. It is more plum/berry than I would normally have gone for but I love it. The formula is beautiful but sadly not very long wearing (it's too creamy). </div>
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One of my all time favourite lipsticks as you can see from the tiny little nub that is left. It is an effortless pink-nude that feels creamy on the lips.<br />
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This formula would have to be my favourite from Chanel. It is another matte but comfortable formula. La Romanesque is a little darker than what I would normally wear but it is perfect for when I am looking for something a little vampy-er. </div>
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This shade is part of the original 'Lips & Boys' collection from Tom Ford. This berry pink shade is not as matte as the others but still wears well. </div>
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A beautiful bright pink. A favourite of mine when I need a pick me up. Another comfortable matte formula. </div>
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This is a classic 'me' shade - a pretty pink. A cool toned pink that isn't too bright but definitely not a dull shade. </div>
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What else did I learn from this little experiment? I like bright matte lipsticks. Especially if they are pink or berry toned pink. I like my lipsticks to be comfortable and long wearing. I also like a lighter product like oil or balm for when my lips are dry. I also learned I don't use even half my stash and I really should cull some of it... maybe. </div>
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Where does the time go? I swear it feels like I last blogged only a couple of weeks ago but it has actually been well over two months! I love to blog but lately I just cannot find the time. I have had a LOT going on with my family which means I struggle to find some 'me time' to be able to write and photograph. I also got a puppy in March and he is keeping me extra busy!</div>
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Last weekend the family and I went to Melbourne for a couple of nights. My Nanna had some tests at St Vincent's and it had just been my 25th birthday so I wanted to do some shopping at Chadstone (duh!). I thought I would give you a peek into the makeup I packed. I pack products that are current favourites - ones I know won't let me down. </div>
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To start with I packed my recently acquired primer - <b>Becca Backlight Priming Filter</b>. This had been on my wishlist for ages and I finally picked it up when the Becca website had 20% off at Easter. For foundation I have been absolutely loving one I picked up in my last haul, the <b>Lancome Miracle Cushion Foundation</b>. I love the finish of this and it is so nice on my drier skin. For concealer, I just grabbed the <b>Dior Diorskin Star Concealer</b>. It's not the best concealer but it does an okay job. Powder wise I packed my favourite pressed powder the <b>MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural</b>. I love how this sets my makeup but isn't too matte or drying on my skin. I packed a simple pink blush, the <b>Too Faced Love Flush</b> in Justify My Love. </div>
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For eyes, I didn't pack much (and in hindsight, I should have packed even less). The <b>Chanel Stylo Eyeshadow</b> in 187 Brun Chatain is the only eyeshadow I packed. I also threw in the <b>Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Eyeliner</b> in 916 Perle De Lune which is a favourite for a soft smokey eye. The <b>Max Factor Velvet Volume False Lash Effect Mascara</b> is my current open one, so that is what I packed. It's a fine mascara, not my fave nor do I hate it.<br />
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I had a brow wax at Benefit whilst at Chadstone so I didn't need much for my brows - they were pretty out of control. The <b>Rimmel Brow This Way Brow Gel</b> in clear came with me to try and tame my then caterpillars. I also packed my <b>Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz</b>, incase my brow wax didn't go well (it went fantastic). </div>
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I only packed two lip products which is about six less than I normally do. With the change in seasons, my lips have been really dry again so I have been keeping the lipstick to the minimal. The <b>Bobbi Brown Art Stick </b>in Hot Berry is an absolute fave of mine, the colour is gorgeous, it is long lasting but doesn't dry out my lips too much. The <b>Chanel Rouge Coco Stylo</b> in 202 Conte was the most worn of my trip. The colour is quite subtle and really comfortable to wear. </div>
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For brushes I packed a couple of eye brushes and a set from Chanel that they release for the holiday season. All this was safely housed in my favourite makeup bag from Charlotte Tilbury. </div>
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Woo! Finally a new post from me. I won't make promises to write more often, but I will try (I've missed it). I have another haul post if anyone is interested?</div>
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Last week I made a quick trip to Chadstone after my Nanna's three monthly check up appointment in the city. Her appointments are always early in the morning so it is a great chance to catch up with family for lunch. It also gives me time to get my brows done at Benefit, check out my favourite beauty counters and pick up a few things. </div>
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I had a bit of a list of things I wanted to check out but sadly most of the things on my list weren't out in Australia yet (like all the new foundations I am lusting after). However, I still managed to spend most of my quarterly bonus (before it has even been paid... oops). </div>
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From <b>Lancôme</b> I purchased the Miracle Cushion Compact. This is something I have been wanting since its initial release but I just kept forgetting to check it out at a counter. I have tried this over the last couple of days and I can already tell you I am in love. My skin looks so lovely and glowy using this product. </div>
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The Spring 2016 Collection from <b>Dior</b> has been on my radar since I saw the promo photos what seems like ages ago. I ummed and ahhed over purchasing anything from the collection as the reviews had been mixed. I couldn't resist once I saw the Glowing Gardens DiorBlush in 844 Floral Pink in person. The embossed pattern was just too pretty and I was lucky to get the last one the counter had.</div>
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The lady that works the <b>YSL</b> counter at Myer is so lovely, whenever I am at Chadstone I stop by for a chat and to pick up something new. The Rouge Volupte Shine formula has released some new shades in a Oil-in-Stick formula inspired by the Oil-in-Tint lip glosses/oils. I purchased shade 50 Fuchsia Stiletto which is a gorgeous bright pink. I was a bit shocked to see the price has increased to $57! If you are near the YSL counter stop and chat to Laila if she is there, she is lovely and will always try to find you a sample (or two) to take home. </div>
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Ah <b>Chanel</b>, my first (and possibly true) love. The ladies at the Chanel Beauty Boutique are so lovely, I highly recommend you head there for your next Chanel fix (Vickie is my go to lady, she always looks after me). I spent about 45 minutes there, sitting and chatting whilst checking out the latest releases. </div>
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From the new Le Vernis line I purchased the shade 512 Mythique, a deep burgundy red which I think will look amazing in Autumn. This polish is meant to be a long wearing, gel like formula. There was a new shade in the Rouge Coco lipstick line that I had to have - 462 Romy, a lovely bright pink (my favourite type of pink). </div>
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Chanel has also released a new lip line - Rouge Coco Stylo. The formula is said to be as intense as a lipstick, as shiny as a gloss and as comfortable as a balm. On my initial swatching I would say this is true. I purchased the shades 202 Conte, 208 Roman and 212 Recit.</div>
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Chanel has also released a new moisturiser designed for sensitive skin with only 10 ingredients. La Solution 10 de Chanel is becoming a fast favourite for me. It is hydrating but does not feel heavy on my skin. </div>
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Le Weekend de Chanel is a bit of a hero product from Chanel skincare, for me anyway. It is a skin renewing treatment that exfoliates and provides hydration. My skin feels as soft as rose petals when using this. The Edition Douce is the version designed for more sensitive skin. </div>
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Sunrise Trip is the limited edition nail polish from Chanel's Spring 2016 collection. It is a new formula for Chanel - a Nail Gloss. Though it is a gloss with a jelly like finish I found I had no issues with the formula. It was easy to apply, almost opaque in two coats and wore extremely well. I wore this on my nails for 6 days with only VERY minimal tip wear. Normally Chanel polishes last a maximum of 3 days on my nails before I get major chipping. </div>
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Sunrise Trip is a difficult shade to describe - what shade it looks all depends on the lighting, distance from the nails and the angle. It can look like a dark blue or even black. However the true shade is a deep purple as captured in the below photo but with more gloss. </div>
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Sunrise Trip is a limited edition shade and I know it has already sold out in some places but you can still purchase it online from David Jones <a href="http://shop.davidjones.com.au/djs/ProductDisplay?urlRequestType=Base&catalogId=10051&categoryId=26553&productId=6854501&errorViewName=ProductDisplayErrorView&urlLangId=-1&langId=-1&top_category=26553&parent_category_rn=&storeId=10051" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> for $41.00. </div>
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The Chanel Spring Collection should be hitting counters across Australia this week but it has been out for about two weeks at some stockists. Since I knew I wasn't going to be near a counter, I ordered my picks over the phone with the lovely ladies at the Chanel Beauty Boutique at Chadstone and had them sent out to me. I received them almost two weeks ago so I have had a little time to play with them. </div>
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The LA Sunrise Collection is described by Chanel as <i>"...a colour collection that reveals the vibrant mood of an endless Los Angeles summer. Flashes of purple, teal and green capture the city’s carefree spirit, while a dreamy spectrum of pink, coral and raspberry shades evoke the California morning skies." </i>The collection features eyeshadows, eyeliners, lipsticks, a nail gloss and of course a gorgeous blush. </div>
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This would have to be considered the standout item in the collection. Chanel really know how to do an eye-catching, must-have product. The blush is embossed with a pattern of Chanel ribbon and is so very beautiful to look at. </div>
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The blush features shades of pink, coral and beige, it depends where you swirl your brush as to what shade blush you get. I find if you swirl your brush around the whole pan you get a brighter coral-pink but if you swirl it just in the middle you get a softer beige/bronze pink. The blush is very pigmented so a light hand is best (the first time I used it, I ended up with far too much on my cheeks). It is quite heavily scented - something to keep in mind if you are sensitive to fragrances. </div>
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The Sunkiss Ribbon Blush is limited edition and when I ordered my items, the Chadstone boutique only had two left in stock. The Sunkiss Ribbon Blush Harmony retails for $90.00. Pricey - but if you are a Chanel lover like me, it is so worth it. </div>
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The LA Sunrise collection sees the release of three new shades of my favourite cream eyeshadows. I only purchased the shade Moonlight Pink but now that I have seen swatches online, I am really tempted by the Griffith Green shade. There is also a blue shade called Ocean Light but as I rarely (read: never) wear blues I wasn't interested. </div>
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Moonlight Pink is a soft, beige pink shade with a pearl finish. Comparing it to other Illusion D'Ombre shades it is less metallic/sparkly. Moonlight Pink has a softer finish, perfect as an everyday, all over lid colour or as a base under other shadows. </div>
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I am unsure which shades are limited edition, some sites are saying all three shades are, others say that only Moonlight Pink is. Chanel seems to have had another slight price increase as I paid $50.00 for this Illusion D'Ombre (old/normal price is $48.00). </div>
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I ummed and ahhed over which shade of Rouge Coco Shine from this collection to buy. I eventually decided on the fuchsia shade 118 Energy but there seems to have been a misunderstanding over the phone and I ended up with the shade Mighty in my parcel. That just means next time I go shopping I will pick up Energy too! </div>
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The Rouge Coco Shine line is one of my favourites for everyday wear. I find them comfortable to wear and a fuss free type of lipstick. When they wear off, they don't leave an obvious lip line and they are easy to reapply. </div>
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Mighty is a sheer cool pink shade. It is a sheer shade with a glossy finish. I believe all the new shades of Rouge Coco Shine are permanent and they retail for $52.00.</div>
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The Nail Gloss is a new formula in the Le Vernis range from Chanel. It is a nail polish with a glossy, jelly like finish. Sunrise Trip is a beautiful purple shade that depending on the light and how close you are to the nails, it can look like a dark blue or a royal purple shade. </div>
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Even though it is a jelly shade, I had almost opaque coverage in two coats. It applied very evenly and I had great wear time - 6 days before I actually got a chip (that is amazing for me!). Sunrise Trip is limited edition and retails for $41.00. A Nailed It post is coming up with this shade featured, if you can't wait I have a photo on my Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/luxuryonthelips/" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br />
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The LA Sunrise Collection got me really excited, the shades in this collection are beautiful and so suitable for Spring. Still being Summer, the shades are very wearable right now. Overall I am really happy with my picks, though I might pick up the green Illusion D'Ombre and the other pink Rouge Coco Shine at a later date. The Sunkiss Ribbon Blush is beautiful and I know I will get a lot of wear out of it. Like I have and still do with the blush from the Spring 2012 Collection (original post <a href="http://www.luxuryonthelips.com/2012/03/chanel-spring-2012.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>). <br />
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I hope you all enjoyed a safe and happy new year celebrations. Personally I was asleep before midnight (any other night I'm still awake at 2am). </div>
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A new year means one thing - yearly favourites! Some of the products mentioned are newly discovered in 2015, some are old favourites. I just looked into my makeup drawers and pulled out the products that stood out to me, ones that I have used a lot over the year and rely on or the new products that have crept into my heart. </div>
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Makeup wise this year I was pretty laid back. Honestly at times makeup was the least important thing but other times it was what helped me get it together and able to face the day. My base and my lip products were definitely the most used parts of my stash in 2015. </div>
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I use this as a moisturiser/primer under foundation, I find it really hydrates my skin and leaves it glowing. A perfect base for your makeup. TIP: the mini tubes actually work out cheaper than the full size bottle! </div>
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I love this concealer for my under eye area. The formula is hydrating and doesn't crease. The colour match is great and a little goes a long way. Pricey but worth it. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>CHANEL - Vitalumiere Aqua Foundation</b></span></div>
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My 'ride or die' foundation. Perfect formula and shade. It is a true, everlasting love. </div>
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I have had this product since December 2011 but it is really only been this year that I have truly appreciated it. This powder really does give the most perfect finish to my skin. It sets my foundation leaving it looking glowing and radiant. I love! </div>
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This palette got a good workout from me this year. I spent a lot of weekends away from home and I almost always packed this. It has two different satin pink shades and one shimmery pink shade. The shades are pigmented and wear well. Sadly this was a limited edition product. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>TOO FACED - Love Flush Long Lasting 16-hour Blush</b></span></div>
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These blushes are too cute to not love! I have the shades 'Your Love Is King' and 'Justify My Love'. Both shades have strong pigmentation (a very light hand is needed) and last all day on my cheeks. I reach for these often and hope to add more shades to my collection in 2016. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>BENEFIT - Gimme Brow</b></span></div>
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This is a product I have been using on and off since its release a couple of years ago but this year I really started to appreciate it. It is perfect for when you want to do your brows quickly and without much hassle. </div>
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I have been a Chanel lover for years but this was the first time I had tried these eyeliners. It was love at first swatch! They are easy to apply, last all day and perfect for that smudged out eyeliner look (that I love). The shades I have are 918 Ardent, 916 Perle de Lune and 919 Erable, they are all more metallic shades that are lovely with my brown eyes. </div>
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This formula was originally released a couple of years ago but this year Chanel released new shades and I fell hard in love with two of them. These shadows are great as a one colour all over the lid look. Apply and blend the edges and you are done - they don't budge until you remove them. The shades I have are 147 Caroube - a cool toned, taupe brown and 127 - Laurier Rose - a rose gold. </div>
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I really didn't expect to love these as much as I do. They are matte lip colours but they are still comfortable to wear, do not dry out my lips and the crayon shade makes them easy to apply. One of my most reached for lip products for the year. I have the shades Hot Berry and Hot Pink (which I think were limited edition shades (sorry!)). </div>
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My favourite product when I want just a hint of colour on my lips whilst still hydrating them. It is essentially a tinted lip balm, an expensive tinted lip balm but I am really enjoying it. It is just such an easy and fuss free product. </div>
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Chanel reformulated the Rouge Coco formula this year and I found it a real improvement on the previous version. The formula is now very creamy and smooth and the shade selection is much better. I have the shades 448 Elise - a cool rose pink and 454 Jean - a cool berry/purple pink. I found the formula very moisturising and comfortable to wear, the wear time is on the shorter side though. </div>
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Another product I was surprised to like as much as I do. These apply like an oil and then the colour develops/deepens on the lips. These are super moisturising and make my lips look plump and healthy. I love the stain they leave behind once the oil has been absorbed or worn away. A favourite for when my lips are feeling dry. I have the shades No. 5 and No. 8. </div>
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Well, there is my 2015 Favourites and my first blog post in far too long. Life just got in the way, again. 2015 has been a hell of a year for myself and my family. Here's hoping 2016 will treat us all better!<br />
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Confession time... I spent the majority of my tax return on makeup. Do I have any regrets? Nope, not a single one. I hadn't purchased much new makeup in the first half of the year and I needed to splurge (and cross a few things off my wishlist).</div>
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These two lipsticks had been on my wishlist since I first saw them on Temptalia and other blogs. I am a big fan of matte pink lipsticks so it was a match made in heaven. Of the 10 shades released I purchased two of the limited edition shades (most of the shades are permanent) in Electric Pink and Velvet Violet. </div>
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The Tom Ford Matte Lip Colors come housed in dark brown and gold cases. The tubes feel luxurious and have that weighty feel you expect with high end makeup. </div>
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Electric Pink is fuchsia pink with cool undertones. My favourite shade of bright pink. Velvet Violet is a plummy pink with cool undertones. I wasn't sure about this shade when purchasing it but now I like it more than Electric Pink. I think it is the perfect shade if you want to wear a berry lip but not a dark berry. </div>
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These lipsticks are marketed as matte. Neither of these shades are fully matte, more of semi matte, satin finish. Both shades are creamy enough to make them easier apply but matte enough that they last on the lips for several hours.</div>
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I have found these lipsticks have really good wear time (for me anyway), they last around 5 hours on my lips with only minimal fading/wear. They aren't an uncomfortable lipstick to wear either. They don't feel dry as you wear them and they don't leave your lips feeling dry after wear. I have lips they dry out easily so I am super happy about this. </div>
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Now onto the lip swatches! Apologies they are so big, for some reason Blogger changed the colour if I tried to make the photos anything other than extra-large. Weird right?</div>
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Overall I am really glad I made the splurge on these lipsticks. Electric Pink is a gorgeous shade that is going to get a lot of use in the warmer weather. I must admit though that Velvet Violet is my favourite, it is such a gorgeous pink-berry shade. I have had it on high rotation since getting it. </div>
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These lipsticks retail for $70 each. Pricey? Yes. Worth it? In my opinion, yes. These lipsticks have an excellent formula and gorgeous shades. I love how luxe they are, it feels like I am treating myself every time I apply. </div>
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Tom Ford Beauty can be purchased from David Jones in Australia. Both these shades are still in stock <a href="http://shop.davidjones.com.au/djs/en/davidjones/matte-lip-color" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. I am planning to add Pussycat and Plum Lush to my collection soon.</div>
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Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08627080154264662533noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687359304400154210.post-1023260185807236132015-09-08T19:57:00.001+10:002015-09-08T19:57:09.550+10:00My Night Away Makeup Bag<div style="text-align: justify;">
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I know, I've gone missing. Again. Life is still pretty hectic for me at the moment and the blog is still the last thing on my 'To do" list. Sorry! I am trying to rectify this.</div>
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To get myself back in the swing of things I decided to do a nice easy post that I always enjoy reading on other blogs. I think it is because I am super nosy and love sneaking a look into other peoples makeup bags. So here is the makeup bag I took for a recent overnight trip.</div>
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For foundation I packed my HG (holy grail) - <b>Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua</b>, it is my absolute favourite that I know will make my skin look flawless with minimal effort. The <b>By Terry Terrybly Densiliss Concealer</b> is a newer acquisition that seems to be pretty good at covering up my always present dark under eye circles. The <b>MAC Mineralize Skinfinish</b> is perfect for setting foundation and never cakes up on my skin. </div>
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I am all about the highlight at the moment and the <b>Burberry Fresh Glow Luminous Highlighting Powder</b> is my favourite for a more natural glow. For a healthy flush I packed the <b>Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush</b> in Amused.<br />
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I knew I wouldn't have much time to get ready in the morning so I packed my favourite 'all over the lid' eyeshadow - <b>Chanel Soft Touch Eyeshadow in Gri-Gri</b> (I believe this was limited edition). Of course I applied this over the <b>Nars Pro-Prime Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base</b>. For mascara I packed a sample size of the <b>Bobbi Brown Smokey Eye Mascara</b>. This is great mascara for dark and voluminous lashes. For brows I packed the <b>Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz</b> because uncared for brows should be a crime. </div>
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I didn't realise until I took these photos that the two lipsticks I packed are actually very similar. The <b>Tom Ford Lip Color</b> in Jack and <b>Chanel Rouge Coco</b> in Jean are both purpley-pink shades that are oh so pretty on the lips. </div>
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Finally the makeup bag I use is the <b>Charlotte Tilbury Makeup Bag</b>. I got it back when Charlotte's line first launched and I purchased one of her 'looks' sets. It is a great bag that fits heaps in it plus it is super cute. </div>
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I seem to have lost my blogging mojo again, I can never seem to keep it tied down. It is always escaping me! I thought I'd try and rein it in with an easy post - Makeup Empties. Since I have a new batch of products that are almost empty I decided to empty the bag first. These products have all been finished up since the start of 2015. </div>
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Again, apologies for the bad photography. I seem to have lost that mojo too (and I never have time during daylight hours to take photographs).</div>
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I really enjoyed this foundation. It is light-medium coverage with a dewy finish, that lasts all day. Very easy to apply too and good for dry skin. I will repurchase. Original review <a href="http://www.luxuryonthelips.com/2012/10/ysl-le-teint-touche-eclat-foundation.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div>
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I have raved about this primer before and I still think it is amazing. This makes your skin look glowing but not shiny - just a healthy glow. It helped hydrate and smooth my skin prior to foundation. I haven't tried another primer like this - I must repurchase it.</div>
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<u><span style="font-size: large;">Clinique - Blended Face Powder</span></u></div>
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This powder seemed to last forever! I originally purchased this back in early 2011. It is a nice loose powder but not a 'wow' product. It did have a tendency to look a little cakey if applied whilst foundation was still wet. A good product but not one I am going to repurchase. </div>
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<u><span style="font-size: large;">Bobbi Brown - Creamy Concealer Kit</span></u></div>
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A concealer that so many rave about. I thought it was good but often creased under my eyes. I honestly can't really remember if I really liked this product or not. I finished the concealer ages ago but the powder part stuck around for a lot longer. I may repurchase, just to see if I really do like it or not. I would not purchase it in the kit though (the powder took forever to finish).</div>
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<u><span style="font-size: large;">Laura Mercier - Silk Crème Foundation</span></u></div>
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Even after using up the tube, I am still in two minds about this foundation. I like the finish it gives my skin but I dislike how it can feel heavy on the skin and application can be a bit time consuming. I find this foundation strange to wear because it is full coverage and something I am not used to, it's odd to look at myself wearing this. I believe a new version has been released which I am keen to try.</div>
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This is another raved about concealer which I really enjoyed. I found it covered my dark circles but wasn't overly brightening, probably because the shade Vanilla is a perfect match for my skintone. I will repurchase this. </div>
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This is an absolute favourite of mine (and the second time I have used one up). For me it is the ultimate under eye concealer and brightener. I'm repurchasing this next week. </div>
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This powder was fine but don't accidentally inhale it, it stung my nose like a bitch! I ended up using this in my hair when I ran out of dry shampoo and it worked really well for that. As a face powder it did it's job but it didn't blow me away. Won't repurchase. </div>
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I purchased this mascara because I kept seeing it in Michelle Phan videos. It is a really unique comb mascara which you wind at the bottom to dispense the product into the comb. It was a fiddly mascara to use and prone to clumping. Won't repurchase (not even sure if this is till available).</div>
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I loved this mascara. It gives voluminous, long and really black lashes. It has a classic spoolie, the formula is what makes this mascara. I would repurchase (once I use up some of the 15 or so mascaras I have in my 'unopened mascara stash').</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Kevyn Aucoin - Precision Brow Pencil</u></span></div>
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I purchased this on a whim from Mecca Cosmetica. As a brow product it is fine but I don't like the packaging. The actual pencil does not have a lid, it just winds up like a crayon and the pencil was very easy to break if wound up too much. Won't repurchase just because I like ABH more. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Clinique - Cream Shaper for Eyes</u></span></div>
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This is a nice creamy eyeliner that is super easy to apply. It is the shade Black Diamond which meant it had black sparkles through it which made it look less flat than a matte black. I liked to apply this then blend it out softly. Sadly the staying power of this eyeliner let it down. Would not repurchase. </div>
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There is my makeup empties for the year so far. I really enjoy writing these posts, it is a good reflection and provides some reminders for my shopping list. I rarely seem to actually repurchase the products I say I will though, something new and shinier always seems to come along and grab my attention. What can I say? I'm not very loyal...</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What have you finished up recently? Do you actually repurchase the products you say you would?</span></div>
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