July Favourites - Makeup

 

My absolute favourite for July is still Chanel Bronze Rosé.

Clockwise from top:  Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Pearl, Jemma Kidd Dewy Glow All Over Radiance Creme in 02 Rose Gold, NARS Blush in Deep Throat, Chanel Bronze Rosé, NARS Orgasm & Laguna Duo, Soleil Tan de Chanel for contouring

Next Red Lipstick

Rouge G de Guerlain in Garconne #25.  This photo sold it.  Stunning.

Red Lipstick Series Round-up

To me, red lipstick = instant glamour.  

It doesn't matter what you're wearing, whether it is a little black dress or a white shirt with jeans.  If you wear red lipstick with your outfit, it will step it up to the next level.  

Red lipstick also requires confidence in the wearer.  If you don't feel comfortable in it, forget it, because it will show.

Chanel Ombres Tissées Effets Iridescents Yeux in Beiges

Went to have a browse in Selfridges today and this came home with me.  I had seen photos of the Ombres Tissées a while ago but had totally forgotten about it.

Lipstick of the day #1 revisited: Chanel Rouge Allure in Enthusiast

My previous post about this lipstick was a bit brief, so I thought I'd do a more detailed review for my red lipstick series.

Lipstick of the day #9 - MAC Lipstick in Lady Danger

MAC Lady Danger was my first foray into the world of red lipsticks.  I tried on the colour on the back of my hands.  Then on my lips, which is rare for me because I have a lipstick tester phobia.  Then I bought.

Lipstick of the day #8 - MAC Lipstick in Russian Red

I bought MAC lipstick in Russian Red without meaning to (as with a lot of things I have bought).  I went into the MAC Pro store off Carnaby Street to pick up something else and the SA serving me was wearing Russian Red.  I had to ask her what she was wearing straight away because it looked that good.  And then I bought it.

Lipstick of the day #7 - Chanel Rouge Coco in Rivoli

Chanel Rouge Coco Rivoli is not a colour I'd normally pick. It looks a bit drab and stuffy-old lady in the tube.  You know the type I'm talking about - immaculate clothes and hair with a tiny yappy dog.  But after seeing this beauty photo from the Chanel F/W 11 Haute Couture Show, I was sold.

photo: Vincent Lappartient

Lipstick of the day #6 - Chanel Rouge Allure Laque in Dragon

ROUGE ALLURE LAQUE is the ideal weapon of ultimate seduction that gives the lips an even more dressed-up style.

That's what chanel.com says about this and I agree.  Even the packaging screams sexy.

Looks a bit similar huh?

 

photo of Stylist magazine page

Dior and Chanel inspired perhaps?

Nip+Fab Frown Fix

In my opinion the name Frown Fix is quite misleading, because it implies it will get rid of frown lines.  Frown Fix is actually only a temporary filler which plumps up the skin.

This is one of those hyped up beauty products, having been featured on a BBC show and in a newspaper article.  People actually lined up at Boots to buy it on launch day.  There were waiting lists.  Somehow I was oblivious to all of that and did not realise all the fuss.

My mum bought me...

Most mums send food in care packages.  But not my mum - she sends Essie polishes :)

Nails of the day #3 - Leighton Denny Supermodel

 

Got this nail polish free with the July copy of Harpers Bazaar.  That in itself is a bargain but I bought it when HB sent out a discount vouche...so I ended up getting the magazine and nail polish for £2!

This colour is in the same colour family as Chanel Particuliere but not quite there.  On nails, Supermodel shows up a lot lighter.

On my ring finger is Chanel Particuliere, the rest is Leighton Denny Supermodel.  Excuse the messy polish.

I've been wearing this for 5 days now, and have just got a chip on my thumb nail.  This is pretty good for me as Chanel usually only lasts 2 or 3 days max on me!

Paul & Joe Eye Gloss Duo B

I have to admit I've always been interested in Paul & Joe cosmetics but have never bought anything from the line.  Perhaps it's because I think the packaging is too pretty - it seems like it's overcompensating for something.  Or maybe because their products seemed to lean towards pastel colours.

Cream, Gel, and Liquid Blushes

Round up of cream/gel/liquid blushes.

More new Paul & Joe

Lipstick in 002 NYC

I forgot to post these up in the sneak peek.  More from the Manhattan Collection.

Finishing Pressed Powder in 001 Spotlight

Becca Beach Tint in Grapefruit

Becca Beach Tints are cheek stains that are both creamy and gel-like at the same time.  It is hard to explain but you will know what I mean if you have tried it in person.  It's a water-resistant and non-greasy formula, which means it is perfect for summer.

Makeup Forever HD Blush in #6

It is a shame that Makeup Forever is so hard to find in the UK.  Because I love this brand.  Not for the packaging, because it is very basic.  Not for their season collections (actually I don't think they have any).  It's because they do everyday products very well.  I love their concealers and I love the HD Blush.

Paul & Joe Fall 2011 Sneak Peek

58th & 5th Palette (Bergdorf Goodman/Apple/FAO Schwartz)

Here are some sneak peek photos of Paul & Joe's Fall Collection.  Inspired by New York City, each product is named with something distinctly NYC.

Stila Convertible Color in Lillium

In my last post I wrote about the NARS cream blushes which has an almost powder like finish once applied.  Stila Convertible Color is very different.

NARS Cream Blush in Cactus Flower & Penny Lane

NARS is well-known for blush (of the powder variety) due to the popularity of Orgasm.  But I find their cream blush formula to be just as good.

I have two cream blushes by NARS, Cactus Flower and Penny Lane, and they couldn't be more different.  Cactus Flower is a look-at-me super bright coral pink with shimmer and Penny Lane is a very understated muted pink.

If you wear makeup...

and it is very likely if you're reading my blog...then please read this on beautymouth.com.

Taking off makeup is just as important as putting it on.

Tarte Cheek Stain in Natural Beauty

This cheek stain is the one I reach for if I want to do a very natural look - no eye liner, just mascara and this on my cheeks and lips.  But you wouldn't think it if you had the look at the product inside, because it looks a bit intimidating - a solid block of dark raspberry red.

Becca Lip and Cheek Creme in Tuberose

Becca Lip and Creme Blush in Tuberose is cream blush that isn't too heavy nor oily.  However, it will not last the whole day on oily skin - I find that at the end of my work day, the colour has pretty much disappeared.  Saying that it should last longer on those with normal to dry skin.

It's very blendable and application is pretty much foolproof.  What I love about this blush is that it doesn't feel greasy - this is very important for me as I don't really need a shiny oil slick on my cheeks

I went out to buy groceries...

...and ended up with these.

Makeup budget for this month will have to be revised.

June Rountine - Skincare

June Favourites - Makeup

A little catch up

I noticed a lot of traffic to my blog was through google searches for specific lipstick colours, so I've added some quick swatches. 

Chanel Rouge Allure in Enthusiast
Nars Pure Matte Lipstick in Carthage
Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in Monte-Carlo
Rouge G de Guerlain in Georgia

For next week, I'll be reviewing my cream/gel/liquid blushes collection.  Here's two I have reviewed already - Benefit Posietint and Daniel Sandler Watercolour Blush.

Harper's Bazaar Beauty Event at Liberty

I was quite lucky to get a last minute appointment with Katy Young at the Harper's Bazaar Beauty Event at Liberty - she gave me great advice about skincare and makeup for oily skin.