Collection (2000) Lasting perfection concealer

Hi everyone here my thought on the Collection lasting perfection concealer.

Coverage:
I would say this concealer has medium coverage but is buildable.


Long lasting:
Yes I find this extremely long lasting.


Packaging:
The packaging is the only thing that lets this concealer down, after a while the writing wears off and the tube gets really messy as every time you take the wand out of the tube some squirts out and it wastes a lot of the concealer.


Is it good for under eyes?
Yes I use this concealer under my mainly under my eyes and for concealing blemishes and spots.


Does it crease or set into fine lines?
Like all concealers it does crease/set into fine lines the best thing to do is set it with a light powder and it will stop that from happening as much. (I really like the Mac Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Powder)

Will it cause a breakout/bad reaction?
I haven't noticed any problems with this concealer and I have sensitive skin.

Do you recommend this product?

Yes if your looking for a cheap, long lasting concealer this is the one for you.

What shades does it come in?

This concealer is available in fair, light, medium and dark. Fair is very pale and is perfect for those very pale girls like me.

Where can I buy this?
You get this at boots or boots online store for those in the uk. For those in America you could try the boots website or ebay.

Price:
6.99 euro

Thank you for reading, if you need to know anymore on this product feel free to ask. Just leave a comment and I will get back to you or you can follow me on twitter @martina_moylan.

Have a great day wherever you are!!

xxxxx

Esteé Lauder double wear foundation Review

Estee Lauder double wear foundation Review:

Product review:


Coverage:
I would say the coverage of this foundation is medium to full coverage, depending on how you apply it. I apply it with my elf studio powder brush and I get full coverage results. If applied with a damp sponge you can sheer it out to a more medium coverage.


Packaging:
The foundation comes in a small frosted glass bottle with a gold metal lid. I actually like the packaging of this but be careful not to drop in on tiles because the glass is quite thick and it could crack tiles. Its happened to me lol.


Price:
This foundation costs €34 it is a little bit pricey but worth the money in my opinion.

Smell:
This foundation does have a strong smell it smells like MAC foundations. But the smell doesnt stay on your face once applied.


Does it transfer?
No I havent found this to transfer or rub on to my clothes like with most foundations if  I am putting on a jumper and have my makeup already on it transfers with this foundation I dont get that.


Is it long lasting?
Yes this foundation is extremely longlasting it doesnt budge even when your sweating.


What skin types do you recommend this for?
I would recommend this foundation for oily/combination skin types. If you have very dry skin I wouldn't try this as I have dry/comination skin and sometimes I find if I am drier than usual it clings to those patches.I just moisturize with a thick moisturizer and it's fine. If your very dry I wouldnt recommend this as it will set into those dry patches.


What finish does it leave on the skin:
This foundation leaves a matt finish to the skin but not super matt there is still some sheen to it.


Colour range?
This foundation has a good colour range, I have mine in shade Shell. And sadly because I resemble Casper the friendly ghost it is a good two shades darker than my skin. But what I am trying to do is get my hands on Illamasqua's white foundation so I can lighten it along with other foundations that are too dark so maybe if you have the same problem you could try that.

Is it difficult to remove?
Yes but like all full coverage or medium long lasting foundations it is difficult to remove. I use a facial wipe to remove the biggest amount of it and then I wash my face using a face wash with some beads in it, so that it removes all the makeup the wipe pushed into the skin out of my pores.


Will it cause breakouts?
I have very sesitive skin and I havent noticed any breakouts. Although I find it does irritate under my eyes. So I just don't apply it there, I just use my Collection 2000 concealer. 


Will it cover acne/blemishes?
Yes it is perfect for covering acne and other problems on the skin.

What's it like to remove?
Due to the fact this is a long lasting foundation it is more difficult to remove completely. I just use a baby wipe to remove the most amount of product then I use a face wash with beads just to make sure it removes every trace from my skin. Or use a regular face wash with a muslin cloth.




Thank you for reading I hope this review was helpful and if you want to know anything else about this foundation feel free to leave a comment or tweet me or message me on youtube. Links are below:


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Real Techniques Core Collection

There are four brush in this collection, the pointed foundation brush, buffing brush, detailer brush and the contour brush. The brushes come in a black panoramic 2-in-1 case + stand.


To start the review off I am going to talk about the pointed foundation brush. This brush just like all the other real technique brush is super soft and has Taklon bristles. The brush itself in my opinion is just not big enough for applying foundation brush as it would take way to long to apply. I have tried it with foundation and it applied it beautifully but it just is to time consuming for me. I would recommend this brush for concealing large areas. Here are some pictures of the brush itself and a side by side of the brush next to a regular size foundation brush (the brush used to show the difference in size is the No7 foundation brush if your wondering)

The second brush I am going to talk about is the buffing brush. This is actually my favourite brush from the collection. Its super soft and has Taklon bristles. It has just the right amount of density for applying bronzer and buffing in foundation. Here are some pictures:

The third brush in the collection I am going to talk about is the contour brush. This brush just like the others is super soft and has Taklon bristles. This brush is perfect for getting into the hallows of your cheeks when contouring also I like this brush for applying blush to the apples of the cheeks or to highlight my cheek bones. This brush is a great brush to have in your makeup bag as its multifunctional. Here are some pictures:

The last brush in the collection is the detailer brush. Its also super soft and has Taklon bristles. This brush is great for spot concealing or for using to apply lip products. Here are some pictures:

The brushes also come in a 2-in-1 case + stand. I really like this case as its sturdy and fits perfectly in my bag and there is also room for some more brushes should I need them. Here are some pictures of the brushes in the case/stand:

I would recommend this brush set as its perfect for on the go or just having at home on your dressing table. I have used these brushes not stop since I have got them. They have not shed on me which I am delighted about because I hate brushes that shed. They wash really well and dry over night. So all in all I give this set a thumbs up and recommend you try it out.


Other information:


Price: €30.49
           $18.00
           £21.99


Where you can buy:


In Ireland most Boots stores stock them or you can buy online by going to the Real Techniques website and it gives a list of online stores that carry them.


http://www.boots.com/en/Real-Techniques-Core-Collection-1403_1252038/


http://realtechniques.com/shop-collection/your-base-flawless/core-collection




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Real Techniques Powder Brush Review

Bristles: Just like the stippling brush the bristles on this brush are Taklon and there super soft. The bristles on this brush have just the right amount of density for using with powder products.

Shedding: I have noticed no shedding whats so ever with this brush

My thoughts: I love this brush, I am pretty sure I will love the whole Real Technique brush line. This brush just like the stippling brush is beautiful. Its light to hold and applies powders effortlessly. I love using this for bronzer and for setting my foundation with powder. It leaves your skin looking flawless and doesnt apply to heavy a layer of powder..


Do I recommend this brush? Yes I would recommend this brush its perfect for use with powders and gets the job done quick and easy. It is well worth the money.


Price: In Ireland in boots it is priced at €17.89 which may seem a little pricey but in my opinion its worth the money.


Where can I get it? I got mine in my local Boots store in Ireland. I think you can get them in almost every Boots store in Ireland and the UK now. You can also buy them online. I will leave links to where you can purchase them below.


http://www.love-makeup.co.uk/real-techniques-m-64.html for people in Ireland/UK


http://stores.ulta.com/store/ for people in the US



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Real Techniques stippling brush review

 Real Techniques Stippling brush

What it claims to do:

On the box it says: My dual-fiber stippling brush is the trade secret for creating airbrushed, high definition results with all types of makeup. Looks pixel perfect in even harsh light. Ultra plush taklon bristles.


My thoughts:

My first impression of this brush when I opened it was how pretty it was and how light and sturdy it is. The taklon bristles were so soft and the bristles are dense. I love the way it can stand up on its own, it looks lovely standing up on my dressing table. When I first used this brush for the first time I really wanted to test it. So I used my Estee Lauder double wear foundation. This foundation is tough on brushes it sticks to the bristles and is so hard to wash out of my M.A.C 187. But with the Real Techniques stippling brush it applied like a dream it was quick and effortless. My only wish was that the brush was a little bigger for larger areas but other than that Ive no complaints. I am now in love with this brush and I don't know how I lived without it. Before this I used my M.A.C 187 but I hated using it for foundation as it sheds so bad, the Real Techniques hasn't shed on me yet but the M.A.C 187 sheds like crazy. I will a review on that brush if you want more information on it. But at for the Real techniques stippling brush I am in love and I recommend it to everyone.


Some more pictures:

Thank you for taking the time to read my review. Have a great weekend xox

Model Co FIBRE LASH.

What the product claims:

Model Co claims that by using this you will get a false lash effect without actually wearing fake lashes. It claims to make your lashes thicker and longer by using fibres.

What the product contains:

In the box you get the Extenstions black mascara (which contains 10ml fl oz)
The Lash fibres (which contains 0.02 oz)

How to use the product:

The directions on the back of the box says:

1) Apply one cut of Extensions Mascara to clean lashes, ensuring every lash is coated.

2) Now apply one coat of ModelCo's brush on Lash Fibres.

3) Finish off by applying another generous coat of black extensions mascara, gently moving the brush side to side with each stroke for maximum length and thickness.

My thoughts on the product:

I have to say I did enjoy this product. I loved the concept behind it. But I have to say I didnt notice a huge difference. My lashes did look thicker but not to the extent that I would buy this product again. I would not reccommend this product but in saying that, just because this didnt work for me doesnt say it wont for you. Im just extremely fussy about mascara and I like my lashes to look long and thick. This product made them slightly thicker but did nothing for the length. I think I will stick to my holy grail mascara which is the No7 Extreme Length mascara.

Dedictaion to my favourite youtube guru/vloggers

OK so about 11 months ago I started looking for YouTube videos to teach myself how to apply makeup correctly. Ive low self esteem and I thought that maybe learning to apply makeup correctly could help. So one day I came across Samantha Schuerman's channel. Instantly I was stunned by her beauty and how down to earth she was. Also how easy her tutorials were to follow, how she took the the time to show every single product and brush she was using. Also why she was using the products. So now 11 months later I'm still watching her and Ive learnt so much from her, okay I'm not a pro like Sam but I'm getting better everyday and my confidence has improved. But not only has she taking the time out of her busy life to do these helpful beauty videos for her subscribers shes and her lovely husband Jay do daily vlog videos which include their beautiful baby Pheonix who is the cutest baby Ive ever seen!! Oh and not forgetting their dog Moo!! This amazing little family brighten my day up everyday just from watching their videos. They are so funny and so entertaining to watch while they do simple daily tasks. Jay also has his own channel which he answers question in regards to a mans point of view. He is so straight forward and honest with his answers. He has also got a great sense of humour and often has me in stitches laughing!! I know their is so many people on YouTube who do makeup tutorial, vlogs etc but no other channels Ive come across have I seen more genuine down to earth people. I honestly adore them. I never ever miss one single video!! They have become my addiction and I have to get my daily fix! If Sam or Jay are reading this I just want to say that you guys are so amazing!! I love you guys and love your videos. Also I just want to thanks you so much for doing these videos. I know it can be so hard especially when there are so many haters!! Anyway if you haven't all ready check them out their amazing!!!


Sam's Makeup Channel:   http://www.youtube.com/user/samanthaschuerman


Jay's Q&A Channel: http://www.youtube.com/jayschuerman


Daily Vlogs: http://www.youtube.com/user/schuermanshow


JAYS BLOG: http://jayschuerman.blogspot.com/


SAM'S BLOG: http://samanthaschuerman.blogspot.com/
JAY'S TWITTER: http://twitter.com/jayschuerman


SAM'S TWITTER: http://twitter.com/samschuerman


SAM'S FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sam-Schuerman/212141262142311


JAYS FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jay-Schuerman-YT/1320707868...

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Please note: The rights to this picure belongs to Samantha Schuerman NOT me. So all rights belong to her.