Benefit Brow Collection: Ready, Set, Brow & Gimme Brow

Fellow make-up addicts, (I'm assuming so because, well, you're reading a make-up post) I'm sure you have heard of Benefit's new Brow Collection. Well, you definitely should have if you take this stuff as seriously as the rest of us. Brows are in. Did you not get the memo?

Anyway, Benefit have a massive collection just for brows, and I got to try these bad boys out for FREE. Ya heard it right. Free. 

I hear you yell, "how". Well, this is what scanning the magazine aisle in Tesco more times a week than I'd like to admit does to ya. Basically, they were freebie samples in Cosmo and Glamour. I was even lucky enough to bag myself the Gimme Brow in my colour! Talk about dedicated to the cause.

You've probably seen another post of mine regarding how to get HD Brows in a few seconds. Well, sorry to my little Maybelline, but this bad boy has outshone, outdone and outed my little pride and joy. These products work an absolute treat and it doesn't take long at all.

Gimme Brow

So. Gimme Brow is basically the same idea as the Maybeline one I mentioned in a previous post. Gimme Brow tinted eyebrow gel contains tiny microfibers that adhere to skin & hairs, creating natural-looking fullness and definition. 

The custom, tiny tapered brush blends easily while the precision tip shapes hairs into place. The brush comes in three colours, and is priced at £18.50.

Ready, Set, Brow

This is a clear brow gel, which shapes & tames brows and locks on makeup. The custom-molded, dual-sided wand coats hairs from root to tip and the flexible, flake-free formula is easy to apply and quick to dry! This is also priced at £18.50.

The Results

So, this literally took me about 15 seconds for each brow with the Gimme Brow, and then around 5 seconds each with the Ready, Set, Brow. I haven't used any other products on my brows here, whatsoever. If you want to use a little pencil to shape your eyebrows and make them that little bit more defined, the results are incredible. I wanted to just use these products here to show you what these bad boys can do!

What are your go to brow products?

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Nyx Lipstick Lingerie: Baby Doll

I've heard about Nyx Lingerie for a while now, especially after joining a group on Facebook dedicated to make-up addicts.

To my pure joy, Boots opened a Nyx counter in their Cardiff store, and it's massive. I was so happy, seriously. Anyway, I picked up a Lipstick Lingerie in Baby Doll which is a nice nude colour and decided to test them out for myself.

First try - I hated it. I put it on when I hadn't done my makeup properly, and it looked too dark on me and I was unsure of the texture.

I then decided to try it after doing my make-up properly for an event I was going to. My opinion changed, and I fell in love with it. I thought this may have been down to me wearing fake-tan at the time, and it definitely did suit that skin tone better. However I've also used it when I haven't had tan on - and actually done my make-up properly and I still loved it.

I'm definitely going to be buying more of these!

You can buy Nyx Lipstick Lingerie here, for £6.50.

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L'Oreal Superliner Superstar: Is this the perfect eyeliner for beginners?

I know, I suck. I'm sorry for my leaf of absence, I've been a tad distracted lately! But a plus - I've bought a ton of new make-up. Not so much of a plus for my bank account - sorry not sorry.

So, on to why I've began my ramblings; I've been practicing hard on my winged eyeliner. I'm getting there, slowly, but surely. I invested in L'Oreal Paris Superliner Superstar Eye Liner in black. I thought this "looks pretty simple", and it has an amazing shape pen nib so thought it would be perfect for beginners to try and perfect that winged cat eye look. It was also only £6.99, so definitely worth a go, right?

 

My thoughts worked out exactly, and it was definitely an easy application. 

However...

Honestly, this stuff doesn't even last 2 hours. I've worn it to a wedding, and shed a little tear and there was absolutely no sight of the eyeliner after minimum of an hour. I've also wore this to a concert, no tears whatsoever, but again the wing had disappeared and the rest was a bit smudged after 2 hours. I've also wore this on a night out, and guess what? Same thing. 

I'm so disappointed! I thought this was going to be my holy grail. Definitely won't be repurchasing to continue on my winged eyeliner journey, however for a practice at home this stuff is perfect.

Any advice on what I can try next?

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Topshop Highligher: Crescent Moon

As you probably know highlighters are the new must have beauty product. I recently went to a Topshop blogging event for Ivy Park, and before we got round to checking out the clothes, we took a look at their makeup range. I was definitely surprised at what they had on offer, and they seemed really good! So, I went and bought one of their highlights in Crescent Moon for a bargain price of £10.

On first impressions, I loved the packaging. It's simple, but really pretty. I thought the colour was perfect for my skin tone too.

Sadly, I was quite disappointed with this. It doesn't show up very much on your face (even when I had tan on), and is really more of a natural highlighter. There's nothing wrong with that and I'll be able to use this for a more natural look, but I was originally looking for a more pigmented highlight, something that will show up on a camera and in the mirror at first glance.

It's a lovely colour, but I definitely want a more high definition highlight. I guess my search continues!

Any suggestions?

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HD Brows In a Bottle

If you're a newbie to the brow game, or don't have a spare 30 minutes to spend on your brows each day (who does?), Maybelline may have just answered your prayers. 

Recently when having a binge in Superdrug, I came across Maybelline Brow Drama Sculpting Mascara. I was originally looking for a clear mascara that I could use for prepping my brows, but I'm so glad I stumbled upon this little gem!

It's as easy and simple as it looks. You literally just swipe it over each brow, and they are done. Just like that. It's perfect for the day, or a more subtle look. I've got it in dark blonde, and it suits me perfectly. It goes with my skin-tone and my very light hair!

AND...

I paid just £4.99 for this bad boy in Superdrug, but it's also on Amazon for £3.75.. I know? Bargain. 

You can buy it here - Maybelline Brow Drama Sculpting Brow Mascara Dark Blonde

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8 Lazy Girl Beauty Hacks

I'm a busy girl, and sometimes a good beauty hack is just what I need to make sure I can sleep in as much as possible and spend the day not looking like I only took the 15 minutes to get ready that I actually did (although sometimes, this definitely shines through). 

What are these 'hacks' I hear you cry? Well, you lucky bunch, I divulge;

1. Volume Whilst You Sleep

If you're all about getting extra volume in your hair, then put dry shampoo on before you sleep and leave it work its magic through the night. Spray it on the roots only and use a bobble to pull your hair up high on your head. You'll wake up with lifted roots.

2. No Nail Vanish Remover Needed

Who has time for nail vanish remover? There's now a nail vanish that peels off. How easy is that? Especially if you're like me, I'd leave mine chip away for days! If you're interest you can find my full review here.

3. Showering On a Tan

Uh, yeah. If you haven't heard about this, where on earth have you been? St Tropez recently brought out an amazing product that tans you whilst you shower. It's easy to use and gives you a nice little glow! 

4. False Eyelashes with an Added Bonus

Eyelure 101 eyelashes are my ultimate fave. There's a big reason why! The strip is a thick black, so when you have them on, it actually appears if you've done your eyeliner across the lid!

5. Eyebrow Stencils

This is honestly a thing, and it's good. I ordered them from eBay and got a few different shapes in the pack. They are a life saver if you're just started out, or doing your eyebrows is just not your thing! They're only a couple of pound too!

6. Wavy Hair

Wash your hair, and stay away from the hair dryer. Then get a plastic bobble and tie your hair up in a sort of bun. Wrapping it in itself. You should wake up with wavy hair.

7. Decrease Whilst You Shower

No time to iron your clothes? No problem! Pop it on a hanger and hang it in the bathroom whilst you shower. The steam from the shower will decrease your clothes.

8. Moisturise Whilst You Shower

Just like the fake tan hack, you can also moisturise in the shower. You rub it all over like body wash and wa-lah! 

SERIOUSLY, how amazing is all of this? Like, you can definitely fit an extra 3-4 minutes in bed because of this. You are welcome.

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