Haul and First Impressions: I Heart Makeup;

Warning photo-heavy post coming up....

So recently I couldn't resist making yet another order from Makeup Revolution. They have recently started offering a new brand called I <3 Makeup. I decided to pick up two items from the range, which I bring to you today.

The first item I ordered is this beyond gorgeous Blushing Hearts, Triple Baked Blusher in the shade. This is clearly a complete dupe for Too Faced blush and the packaging is so amazing I almost wouldn't care if the product were crap because it looks great just sitting on my dresser.

It comes in a gorgeous pink box with metallic fuschia writing and the bottom gives you a preview of the product, which I think will be so handy when the product is in store. The blush itself comes in a sturdy cardboard casing in the shape of a heart, this really makes the product stand out in my opinion. The top is the same pink and fuschia as the box but the bottom is metallic gold. Inside the product is held by a plastic container which is held in place pretty strong (I have tried to shake it loose). The only only problem with the packaging is that over time I can see excess product building up between the plastic and the cardboard. The product itself is made up of 3 striped shades of blush. Starting from left we have a light pink with a slight sheen, a sheeny peach shade and a darker pink with glitter. In theory you could use these shades together or separately (if you can find a small enough blush brush). If you're a lover of matte blushes this probably isn't the one for you. The last shade has a lot of chunky glitter, but I find it you don't go in too heavy on that shade it isn't too noticeable. The overall shade is a lovely more pink that peach shade with a nice sheen.

The second thing I purchased was one of the slogan pallettes, ironically named 'No Photos Please'. Ironic purely because the shades are so eye-catching that they call for about 143 selfies. This products' box also comes with a preview of the shades. The front of the palette is holographic although shows both; from some angles you see 'No Photos' and from others it says 'Please', I think this is a unique twist. This is a small size compared to the Makeup Revolution Palettes, but that makes it great for putting into your handbag. It has a mirror along the top, and ten sparkly shadows. A favourite feature of mine it that this palette has shade names such as, 'Back Exit' and 'Publicist' which I think are absolute show stoppers.
I decided to get this palette over the rest as, like any makeup lover I own far too many neutral palettes. This has a few sparkly brown shades to add a twist to an everyday eye look, but also a lot of really eye-catching blues and greens which will be amazing for trying out different styles and for nights out. I've only created two looks with this so far but the shade I have used are both highly pigmented and easily blendable. Paired with my Revlon Photo Ready Eyeshadow Primer the looks lasted very well and the palette has impressed me.

Along with this palette came a free, Mini Eye Primer. I tested this on my lids and was surprised to find it had a sparkle through it, which even though the shadows are glittery, immediately made me think this wasn't for me. To make matters worse once I'd applied a shade to my brush and went back to my eyes the primer had creased, badly. If the primer creases on its own it doesn't strike me as a product that will keep my makeup on. This, I'm afraid is sitting in the drawer for emergencies, but the shadows are what I ordered and they're good enough not to put me off ordering another palette.
Have you tried anything from the I <3 Makeup line?
xoxox

June Favourites;

I will do this every month, I will do this every month.

It's that time again, I only have a few products this time around as I haven't switched up my makeup too much.

Revlon Colorstay Foundation in Ivory

The first thing is my Revlon Colorstay foundation in the lightest shade they do. This is an older foundation of mine that I have been neglecting for a few months. It is medium/high coverage that makes you look flawless. I love this foundation to death but even though mine is in the normal/combination skin version I find it can be abit drying. But my skin has been oily from the hot weather so this foundation is working wonders at keeping me matte all day. Another great thing is that this foundation is offered in a range of shades that actually goes pale enough for me hallelujah! This doesn't come with a pump but if you remove the cotton from a Q tip you can scoop out the right amount and not end up with half the pot on the back of your hand.

Avon Glow Illuminating Bronze Duo in Light Bronze

Avon is one of those brands I think is overlooked and I think this bronze/highlight duo is a little gem. One side is a matte bronzer and the other a highlighter. The bronze is lighter than any other I've tried which makes it great for pale skin. You can't really go overboard and it always looks natural. It still gives a nice amount of contour to the face and I think it would also be great for anyone just starting out with contouring. I have only tried the highlighter a few times its a nice warm-toned highlight but it isn't too gold.

Jelly Belly Eau De Toilette in Blueberry

This isn't strictly beauty but I have been loving this blueberry scent from Jelly Belly. It's a lovely sweet but light scent to pop that I think is great for summer. And the bottle is small enough to pop in your bag for a midday touch up.

Muchos Love, Girl About Village

XOXO

Vaseline Spray and Go: Review;

Hello! Today I'm bringining you a little review that I am very excited about. It is the absolutely ingenious Vaseline Spray & Go.

I know I'm a little late on the band-wagon for this, but I think it's the perfect summer product! It is basically a spray form of the everyday moisturiser from Vaseline, but my god does it make my life  easier. Spraying your mousturiser on means you always put the perfect amount on. You can't over-squeeze the bottle and end up taking half an hour working it in. Of course you do still have to work this in a little but it takes next-to-no time. Having the perfect amount on your skin also reduces drying time, give it about a minute and a half and you can pop your clothes! It also irridicates any awkward reaching when trying to reach your back as you can spray all over perfectly. I think this would be perfect for popping in your handbag, taking on holiday or camping. 

The one thing I will say is that the formula is the same as their other moisturisers so if you don't like them you won't like this. I have used the unscented one since I was about 14 and I think is great and doesn't harm my oh so sensitive skin. But it is an everyday mousturiser so if your skin is overly thirsty this probably won't do anything for you.

I also think this is perfect for summer as the spray is super refreshing and I bought mine with aloe vera as it can help calm down angry sunburn, so it even has a dual-purpose.

Being a sucker for a gimmick I've actually been using this everyday without fail, which for me is a triumph in inself.

May (Holiday) Favourites;

Hello again!

Today I bring you my monthly favourites for the month of May. This is a holiday/ summer favourites even though the weather outside has been a bit drab for the past week. Most of these products are things I used and tested out during my holiday to Gran Canaria. No further ado...

Makeup Revolution Iconic 3 Pallette

The first and by far my favourite of the bunch has to be the gorgeous Iconic 3 Pallette from Makeup Revolution. The brand is quickly becoming one of my favourite drugstore brands, my last post was a review of their amazing baked blushers, this pallette is a £4 dupe of the Naked 3 Pallette. I have worn an we look from this everyday since I bought it. The pink shades are perfect for spring and the copper toned shadows help the summer transition. The shadows are easily blended and I would say the pigmentation is similar to the Sleek eyeshadow palettes. And paired with my Revlon eye primer even lasted a dip in the resort pool! Makeup Revolution offer dupes for all of the Naked Pallettes for the same price as well as a whole range of purse-friendly goodies, any girl on a budget needs to take a browse.

Benefit POREfessional Primer

My next favourite isn't something I ammediately loved mostly because of the hefty price tag. The Benefit Porefessional does everything you need a primer to do, it makes your skin smooth, it helps the application of foundation and it helps it looking good all day. However generally I think there are a lot of products for a lot cheaper that will give you the same, great effect one from MUA has to be my go-to everyday primer for a while. But I have been reaching for this one during May because it minimalizes the appearance of pores (duh, it's in the name), the heat also made my skin more oily than it ever has been and this disguised it as well as keeping me oil free all day. I'd say if you have oily skin and a few extra pounds in your pocket this will be worth it for you.

Makeup Academy Pro-Base Fixing Mist

The MUA Fixing Spray is great teamed with Porefessional, together they keep your makeup almost as perfect as when you applied it. Just add a few spritses after you've finished your look an it won't budge. It is also great for the heat as it stops any run down if you get hot and sweaty. It has a cooling effect and it has neither broke me out or dried out my skin. I would say wait a couple of minutes after putting in mascara before you apply this, but it is an all around great product including the price.

No7 Skin Illuminater & MeMeMe Beat the Blues Highlighter in Oyster Gold

My new makeup trick revolves around gold toned highlighter, the two I have been using are No7 and MeMeMe. Being a pale skinned girl it can be difficult to pull off golden highlighters but I apply it in the same areas you would normally apply highlight before I apply my foundation. It gives a gorgeous natural looking highlight to the skin and I prefer it to pink toned highlight in the summer. It's also great when you're a bit squished for time as you don't have to worry about blending as you can blend it in with your foundation.

Vaseline Lip Therapy with Aloe Vera

Although I put this product in my last (and first) favourites but I am also including Aloe Vera Vaseline in this favourites post because I have found a new use for it. Being my silly self I forgot to take aftersun on holiday with me, and my last minute stroke of genius led me to try putting some Vaseline on it. And it worked! The aloe vera helped to sooth the sore areas while moisturising my skin. This is a great idea to take on holiday as it will fit nicely in your bag.

What are your favourite summery products?

Makeup Revolution: Baked Blush Review;

Buenos Dias!

I have just returned from a holiday in Gran Canaria so I thought I'd test out my Spanish. During my holiday I tested out a few products I bought from Makeup Revolution. Everyone on the blogosphere is raving about the Naked 3 Dupe, called the Iconic Pallette so I decided to shake things up and review another product I loved from them, the Baked Blusher.

Mine is in the shade 'Bang Bang You're Dead'. Firstly I love that a budget brand has thought through the names of their product, although some of the names are a little weird I think it's a nice touch.

This shade is a gorgeous light flushed pink that is perfect for spring/summer and really compliments pale skin. It has a lovely golden shimmer which gives a sheen to the face without being full of chunky glitter, I personally like a shimmery blusher. It gives a glow to the skin and irradicates the need for highlighter which means it's perfect to pop over your cheekbones when you're in a rush. The product is easily buildable to make it look really something special. I'd also say it has the same staying power for something that costs a lot more than £2.50.

This baked blusher is quickly taking over Benefit Rockatuer as my favourite blush and I want all of the other shades!

Buy Makeup Revolution products here and let me know what you think in the comments below,

Adios amigos

GAV

Xoxo