Items that I would re-purchase without hesitation

Here is a list of items that I couldn't be without, if any of these ran out tomorrow I would need to re purchase it immediately.

1. Benefit Coralista blusher - this is my favourite blusher ever, I have a pale skintone and I find this complements it wonderfully. It is a soft coral than can be built up to give glowing cheeks. I love how this isn't too sheer like Hervana which takes a few swipes to see. This I only need 2 and I'm good to go. I also adore how this isn't too shimmery. It has a nice subtle sheen and I just can't rate it enough.

2. Benefit Boi-ing 01 concealer - as I mentioned above I am very pale and this concealer seems to be a perfect match for me, I have the Erase Paste also but I find it too orange for my skin tone.
Apart from the colour this gives amazing coverage and I love the texture of it, it isn't cakes and it isn't sticky and gooey like Erase Paste. This concealer is my all time favourite.

3. Benefit Brow Zings - so I'm sure you know by now that I am a Benefit fan girl, this brand introduced me into make up I guess. Anyway Brow Zings is one of my favourite items as as soon as I have it on my face is instantly transformed. This kit in dark suits my hair well as my hair is very dark brown/black. I love how I can fake having the eyebrows of my dreams. This kit leaves my brows looking great and not too false some just look painted on because I guess they are. To be fair I've only ever tried the Benefit branded eyebrow kit but I would be open to trying other brands too if mine ran out.

4. Collection Fast Stroke liquid eyeliner - I discovered this beauty gem in one of my Glossyboxes and now I could never part with the product. I love how it has great precision but the nib isn't too thin either so it gives a nice strong line across the eye. It is perfect for winged eyeliner and also it's waterproof. I would say this is as good or better than the premium brands that I've tried.

5. Urban Decay De-Slick Mattifying Powder - this is a product that I know I could never be without ever, I would actually cry if it was discontinued. There isn't much to say it leaves my face matte without any white residue and it lasts all day. This is my holy grail product and I wouldn't compromise on the brand either, if I ran out it would have to be replaced with the same one no hesitation.

6. Benefit Porefessional primer - I love this as this is one of the rare products that you can see instant results, one minute my pores are there the next they are not. This is nice and light and silky on the skin and I mostly use it with no foundation over the top. This is what I reach for instead of bb or cc creams. I really couldn't be without this one as it just smooths out my skin and leaves it looking a hundred times better. 

7. Benefit Total Moisture - This is the best facial moisteriser that i have ever come across apart from smelling gorgeous it just soaks in immediately which i've never foundf before. Its like my skin is drinking it. I can't go a day without using this my skin just feels so much better after ive cleansed, toned on moisterised with this b.right range. I have soley picked this as it is my favourate out of the whole lot. If i had to i would use different branded cleansers etc if i couldn't afford to get these but this moisteriser is one of the few products that i couldn't compromise on.
 

I hope you enjoyed my little list of my favourite products that I couldn't  live without, please share yours with me.

Jodie x

Urban Decay De-Slick Mattifying Powder

For years I have tried different products to try and combat any unwanted shine. I'm not a oily monster or anything but I find my t-zone can get quite shiny. It probably doesn't help as I moisturise before putting my make up on but that's what we are supposed to do right. Cleanse, tone and moisturise before starting the day.

I found that the Kleenex shine absorbing sheets worked for me but I might have needed a touch up throughout the day but these I believe have been discontinued! I was gutted when I went to buy them from my local supermarket and they where gone so I began my search to look for something better.

I came across this product when reading a few blogs and I liked the look of it so I decided to try it out at my local Urban Decay counter at the Trafford Centre.
As my first Urban Decay purchase this didn't let me down, it feels very good quality as usually plastic compacts feel light and cheap but not this one. This has a good weight to it and feels very hard wearing.

The compact itself is dark purple with a gothic rose like design which is etched deep down underneath the surface. It looks really good. It comes with a mirror inside and a purple puff which has a nice UD brand detailing. The puff adheres to the mirror too due to the material of it which is handy.

The powder is white which might alarm some people but don't worry it is translucent, so there are no nasty white powder marks in sight I promise. It smells nice and feminine and is very light and delicate it is so easy to apply. The puff picks up just a little of product and it feels nice and silky and smooth on the face. It goes on very nice and instantly banishes any shine, this product is definitely a gift from the cosmetic gods! I recommend it for everyone. It is suitable for any skintone due to being translucent. It lasts quite a long time too I could probably go all day without a top up. It can be worn alone or over make up as the perfect setting powder. What are you waiting for ladies this is a must have for the summer.

Please let me know what you think about this product or what you would recommend for combating shine. Jodie x

June Make Up Haul

So we are now mid June and I have tried out all my Glossy box items and looking for something new. Here is what I have recently picked up to add to my collection.

Urban Decay De-Slick Mattifying Powder
I'm not going to talk to much about this as I love it so much it warrants having its own post. This is a must have item for me this summer as it keeps my complexion looking matte all day. It smells and looks pretty too - bonus.

Avon Glimmersticks Eye Brow Pencil - Dark Brown
I got this free with the June issue of Marie Claire and have only just tried it out. It gives a good result and it will be perfect to carry around for any brow mishaps. However bit won't be replacing my Brow Zings anytime soon.

Elf Shine Eraser Sheets
I bought these as Asda have discontinued the Kleenex shine sheets which worked wonders for me, so I was looking for a alternative. I bought these blotting sheets off eBay but they are rubbish I miss my Kleenex ones. Anyway I've since bought the Urban Decay Mattifying powder so I don't need to worry about shine anymore. I wouldn't bother with these as they don't do anything apart from waste your time.

Too Faced Shadow Insurance
I have seen reviews about this on other blogs and it always makes the eyeshadow colour look more vibrant so I'm looking forward to trying this out as I haven't had chance to yet. I'm waiting until I get the Summer Eyes pallette so I can try them out together but I am expecting big things for this product.

Model Co Lip Enhancer - Illusion Lip Liner
I got this free with this month's July Glamour magazine and I haven't tried it yet. The box looks good but when I took the product out it felt cheap. I do like how it has a sharpener on the lip though.
On the box it says it is nude and I was hoping it would be like Benefits invisible lip liner as I have been wanting to try that for awhile, but when I have switched the colour it looks really brown and will probably be too dark for me. So up to now I am not impressed but will test it out and report back soon.

Jodie x