Gorgeous Cosmetics Lipstick in Eternal Bronze

Hey all, 

I walked past the opening of a Gorgeous Cosmetics store in Brisbane city a while back and as they were promising amazing deals, I just had to go inside. Before this point, I did not even know that Gorgeous Cosmetics existed! 

Well, I am glad that I do now! They have some snazzy looking products, and what seems to be an amazing and unique range of shades - just like this Eternal Bronze lipstick. 

The Shade 

A gorgeous red bronze, with slight shimmer. 

What I Love 

- I usually can't stand lipstick's with shimmer in them, but they seem to have got the balance just right. It isn't too overpowering at all. 

- Gorgeous shade that compliments almost any look. 

- Smooth and creamy - applies like a dream. 

- Long lasting, even through eating and drinking. 

What I Don't 

- Harder to locate, but products can be bought online. 

- Shimmer is left over after colour fades. 

Where to Buy: Instore at Gorgeous Cosmetics, or online  http://www.gorgeouscosmetics.com.au/

Price: $35.00

Swatches 

Without Flash 

With Flash 

On My Lips

Excuse my blemish! 

I usually don't appreciate shimmer in lip products at all, but somehow it seems to work in this this shade. This shade would especially work wonderfully on darker skin tones, but I am sure that the fairer ladies out there can pull it off too! 

Hope you all have a great night! xx

On My Cheeks: Illamasqua Cream Blush in Libido

Hey all,

I am on a bit of a cream blush crusade at the moment, and have developed a long wish list for when I finish my Project 50 Pan challenge. I always thought that cream blushes would never work for me; as I have quite oily skin, turning into an oil slick is a common concern. But, as soon as I started trying out more and more cream face products, I realised that they were just perfect! 

Definitely a new love. 

I picked Libido up in My Funny Valentine's blog sale for a steal of a price. I must admit that I had a moment after buying it where I thought that I was crazy - it is one hell of a bright blush. I promise you it is not as scary as it looks! 

What I Love 

- Gorgeous shade that is perfect for my darker skin. 

- Creamy and smoothes on like a dream. 

- Highly pigmented.

- Extremely blend able

- Love the packaging and the name as well! 

What I Don't

- Not a suitable shade for everyone

- It starts to melt quickly when temperatures rise (I do I've in scorching hot Brisbane though). 

Where to Buy: Myer 

Price: $42.00

Swatches 

Without Flash 

With Flash 

Blended

Not a shade for the porcelain skinned, or the faint of heart. It is definitely a gorgeous shade nonetheless, and has become one of my favourite brights. Who doesn't love a little red after all?

What is the brightest blush that you own? 

Hope you all have a great night! xx

On My Lips: YSL Rouge Volupte in #17 Red Muse

Hey all,

Sorry for the lower frequency of blog posts over the last week or so, I have been busy with university assignments, work changes and just caught up in general life! That being said, I should be back to posting every day (except weekends) again! 

You all know just how much I adore red lipstick, and this is yet another one that I think is absolutely divine! I picked this one up a couple of months ago and have used it SO much since. Perfect formula and perfect colour, it is definitely a new favourite. 

Formula 

YSL Rouge Volupte's have such a gorgeous formula, and are therefore one of my favourite lipsticks out there. They are creamy, moisturising and definitely pack a punch when it comes to pigment!

Shade

Bright medium orange red. If that makes any sense at all! I believe that it is definitely universally flattering.

What I Love 

- Glides on like pure silk and is velvety and moisturising.

- Highly pigmented.

- Doesn't smudge - even though it is creamy. 

- Gorgeous, gorgeous packaging. 

What I Don't

- Not very long lasting; but for such a velvety lipstick, you can let it slide.

Where to Buy: Myer & David Jones

Price: $55.00

Swatch 

On My Lips

Sure, this lipstick may be a little on the pricey side. But, you definitely do get what you pay for. The quality is impeccable, so why not treat yourself? 

Have you tried YSL Rouge Volupte? Thoughts and favourite shade? 

Hope you all have a great night! xx

On My Lips: Covergirl Lip Perfection in Tempt Seduction

Hey all,

Another red looking lipstick? Oh my, it's an obsession! You may have noticed by now that shades in the red family are my very favourite. I am definitely a fan of a bright lip, and red is a classic that suits everyone. What is not to love? 

I only have two Covergirl Lip Perfection lipstick's, but I think that they are both wonderful! So I am definitely looking to pick more up soon, any recommendations? 

Enough blabbing from me, time to get onto the fun stuff!

Shade: A seductive magenta-ish red. (I'm very good at shade descriptions, aren't I?!)

What I Love

- Gorgeous colour that would compliment every skin tone.

- Well formulated: creamy, smoothes on easily and highly moisturising.

- Long lasting: lasts through drinking and eating well. 

- Sleek packaging. 

Where to Buy: Priceline, Target, Big W and selected pharmacies.

Price: $14.05

Swatch

On My Lips 

What is my hair doing on the right side of my head? Ah well, let's roll with it! 

Hope you all have a great night! xx

On My Lips: MAC Hang Up

Hey all, 

Another one of my lipstick great loves! I loved this lipstick as soon as I put it on for the first time. 

Hang Up has been a constant favourite in my collection for a long while now, and it is definitely one of my go-to shades. This darker purple red compliments my deeper skin tone perfectly and it definitely adds a little bit of glamour to any look. 

Shade: Deep purple-red with brownish tones. 

Formula: Cremesheen 

What I Love 

- Gorgeous colour.

- Moisturising.

- Smooth and easy application. 

- Relatively long-lasting, about 4 hours without eating or drinking. 

Price: $36.00

Where to Buy: Myer and David Jones 

Swatch

I wear this shade lightly applied with a gloss during the day, and heavily applied for a highly pigmented night time look. Although it may seem to dark for some skin tones, I definitely recommend that you try it out for yourself - it may surprise you! 

Do you have Hang Up? Any other shades like it that you love? 

Hope you all have a great night! xx

MAC Lady Danger - Review

Hey all,

This is definitely one of my favourite MAC lippie shades, and also my go to red lipstick for this summer! I'm a massive fan of red lipstick and have an extensive collection from various brands, but in the past few weeks every time I want a red lip, this is the one I reach for. I find that it brightens up any of my spring/summer looks!

It's a gorgeous, playful and wearable orange red, that I feel compliments any complexion. It's playful without being too overpowering. As most MAC lippies, the quality is great! It goes on smoothly, looks smooth and bright, doesn't smudge and lasts till the cows come home!

This summer is all about colour, so give it a try! Remember: a little danger is good for you!

Where to Buy: Myer and David Jones 

Price: $36.00

First pictures of myself I've put up! Eeek! 

Hope you all have a great day! xx