Benefit High Beam Complexion Enhancer

I've had High Beam from Benefit for quite some time but have recently re-discovered it.

High Beam is a liquid creamy pinkish tint that can be used anywhere on the face that you might want to highlight.  The packaging recommends putting it on the cheekbones, brow bone, and/or bridge of nose.  

The product comes in a glass jar with a brush applicator similar to a bottle of nail polish.  Personally, I would have preferred a squeeze type packaging.

I apply this product using the brush to put about 4 small dots on the upper part of my cheekbones after other makeup is completed.  I simply pat it in with my fingers or use a brush to blend if you prefer.  

 I would recommend this product for all skin types.  It is perfect for a dewy glow look. 

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Sophie

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Soap & Glory Thick and Fast Mascara

This mascara is jet black that does an amazing job of thickening your lashes without clumping or drying too fast before you apply a second coat. 

I wouldn’t say it does much for the length however if you felt you needed more volume you could apply a lengthening mascara on first then this afterwards. 

It claims to give a super volume and I will say that whilst wearing this mascara three people asked what mascara I use! It must be doing something right.

It’s easy to get off after a long day, which is great as I’m very low maintenance when it comes to a beauty regime. I want something that goes on easily, does the job, and comes off with little effort. In addition, it doesn’t smudge or come off my eyes in the day – perfect!

I like the thick brush so it gives even coverage, although it can be tricky to apply when doing corner of my eye.

Also, I did a review on the Soap & Glory Smoulder Kohl Waterproof Eyeliner which you can read here.

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Sophie

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Burt's Bees Lip Balm in Mango

 Unlike the original Burt's bees balm which have the minty, tingly feeling to them when they're on your lips this one doesn't at all. It's just a smooth, hydrating, clear lip balm which has a hint of mango to it. 

Personally, I would like the mango to be a bit stronger but if you're someone who doesn't like strong, overpowering scents then you will like this.

This hydrates and softens my lips while lasting for 1-2 hours. 

Available in Boots for £3.69 

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Sophie

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Soap & Glory Smoulder Kohl Waterproof Eyeliner

This is my favourite eyeliner ever. 

Like it's name suggests, the liner really does smoulder and is great for a smokey eye look. 

This lasts all day. I have used it on my water line and it doesn't budge all day. I have also used it on my eye lids to create a cat eye effect and its so easy to apply, glides on like a dream and again doesn't budge.

This pencil is great because it's so soft and easy to apply and it's even waterproof, so you don't have to worry about it smudging. Although, it is really hard to remove with a wipe, so you'll have to use some make-up remover at hand.

The best bit about the eyeliner is the fact it comes with a sharpener on the end! I never seem to have one at hand so having it attached to the actual pencil lid is so handy :)

It has fantastic colour payoff and lasts so long, the texture is soft and smooth and glides on to the skin so easily. I love how heavily pigmented it is. I definitely recommend this product.

I have done a review for the S&G Thick and Fast Mascara which you can read here!

Available from Boots at only £5!

Thankyou for reading,

Sophie

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Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara

I am the type of person who buys a couple of mascaras, pick my favourite and wear it non stop until I find a replacement that I love even more.

This is probably my one of my favourite beauty products and I’d gladly forgo other eye products (like eyeliner, etc.) as long as my mascara was perfectly applied.  Ideally, mascara gives you fuller, longer lashes and a better defined overall eye shape and i find this fits the bill.

I did get it for it’s promise to “grow” my lashes. I have noticed a tiny amount of growth from my originally small eyelashes, but I have been using this mascara for over 6 months, so you would have to be patient with it. 

The brush is massiveee! This is both good and bad.  Good because it’s quick to apply….bad because it can be a bit messy. So I have to be careful to avoid getting little smudges of mascara on my eyelids.

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Sophie

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Olay Essential Moisture Beauty Fluid Nourishing Day Fluid

This product has become my holy grail of moisturisers. For about a fiver, this little gem has been my daily skin saviour. Of course, it's not the absolute best of the best. There are high end products which are going to be ten times better, but like I said, it costs a fiver! Five pounds!

It leaves my skin looking clear and moisturised. It doesn’t clog up my pores and neither does it leave me with dry patches. The formula is light and non-greasy so it leaves no greasy layer on the surface. 

I would say it is suitable for all skin types because even though it is specifically for dry/normal/combination skin, I have oily skin and I love it! 

Personally, I massage it in, in the evening because I prefer not to use a moisturiser before I apply my make-up because I don' t like the way all moisturisers make my foundation feel on my face.

So if you're looking for a new moisturiser, I would highly recommend this!

Thankyou for reading,

Sophie

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Clean & Clear Morning Energy Skin Energising Facial Wash

Clean & Clear claim this face wash is a unique gel cleanser with Vitamin C and Ginseng which wakes you up with a fresh citrus scent while soft bursting beads burst with energy and vitamins, leaving your skin feeling clean, energised and ready to face the day.

The first morning I tried it I was completely amazed! It really does make you feel awake, refreshed and gets you going for the day ahead if you have to get up early and you feel tired this really does help! 

Away from the awakening side, it is really good at cleaning your skin and is great for oily skin which I have. It also gets rid of the dirt quite well but I would use a different face wash at night for makeup and to get rid of any dirt that had built up throughout the day.

The bursting beads burst as you massage it in and feels quite relaxing. However you don't always get a lot of the beads when you pump it out of the bottle. The cleanser itself comes out as a clear gel with a few of the beads mixed in. It foams up really well which means you don't need a lot.

Overall I really like this product and would recommend it to anyone who wants a good cleanser to wake them up in the morning and at the same time clean their face well but again I wouldn't use this at night as it isn't a deep cleaning cleanser.

Thankyou for reading,

Sophie

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