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January Favourites

01 February 2014


This is a new thing for me, but I've decided to start talking about products that I've enjoyed using during each month. I realised the other day that I don't really talk about things once I've done an initial review so this should hopefully get me out of that bad habit!




Late December/January has been pretty good for new releases. I've really enjoyed playing around with the Revlon Colorburst Lacquer balms which came out this month. These have been great to slap on in the morning and I don't find myself having to reapply them too often throughout the day which is perfect! They might leave my lips a bit dry, but a bit of lip balm before bed helps with that. Watch out for more in-depth reviews of these coming soon!



Also among my new release faves is the Pretty Edgy palette from MUA's Luxe range. I absolutely love this palette. I've been pretty much using it every day. The colours are fantastic and I really enjoy the break from the usual neutral shades. If you're interested, you can see my full review and swatches here.



I don't really know how I'd have coped this month without these handy concealers from my 'How to Look the Best at Everything' kit from Benefit. I've had a few stress-related breakouts which have been hidden really well by mixing these concealers. I'd love to be able to get my hands on the full-size versions when these run out, but I'll have to see how my finances are doing!




Finally, I've been enjoying having a few pampering sessions with my Soap and Glory goodies from the Yule Monty set! My current favourites are the Butter Yourself body lotion, the Sugar Crush shower gel, the Peaches and Clean face wash and Heel Genius foot cream. The foot cream has definitely come in handy for nabbing a few cheeky foot rubs from the husband! 




What products have been your favourites this month?



MUA Luxe Palette

15 January 2014


Out of all the new products launched in the MUA Luxe range, I was most excited about the Pretty Edgy palette. Unfortunately they didn't release it until just before Christmas, so I had a while to wait! As soon as they announced that it was available on their website, I placed my order and it has finally arrived!




For starters, I love the packaging. I'm sure I'll get annoyed at the sticky fingerprints all over it eventually but for now, it's love. The studs make it look so interesting, I really like that MUA are starting to put more effort and imagination into their packaging design.



Inside the palette we have 6 shimmery shadows, 4 mattes, a double ended applicator, and a huuuge mirror. I'm not too fussed about the mattes, apart from the gorgeous pinky rose shade on the end, the shimmers are where I'm at! These are beautiful! Gorgeous dusky pinks and shiny pale silvers, I think I might be in love. This does remind me of the Vintage Romance palette from Sleek, except it's leaning more towards paler pinks. 





Overall, I'm really impressed with this palette! I've been wearing the shimmers this week at work, and they've got great lasting power, even without a primer.
I can't wait to see what other palettes MUA bring out this year, but I'm definitely hoping for a Naked 3 dupe at some point.
The Pretty Edgy palette is £8 and is available here.