On Tuesday, I headed to Gainsborough to meet one of Benefit's girls, Madison wasted no time in giving me a makeover and making me feel a million dollars..
We chatted about our favourite beauty products, and in under an hour my look was complete. As you can see from the photos, Madison gave me a rather natural look that I could wear on a day to day basis. This is actually the first time in a while where I have not worn eyeshadow, so this was probably the biggest change for me. As well as being really informative about the products and
why she was using them, Madison was really love and made me feel more of a friend than a customer. I really wish I could've purchased all of the products that she has used on my face - the That Gal primer is definitely on my hit list for after my holidays. Instead, I controlled myself and settled for the
Sugarbomb "Sugar Rush Flush"face powder. There are a mixture of bronze and blush colours that will look lovely for summer, and also really compliment my skin tone. There will be a review to follow - don't worry!
What are your favourite Benefit products?
It has been a few days, I know, I am sorry. I was relaying on the 'schedule' aspect of blogger which obviously I cannot work. ANYHOW lip balms are important for summer..
I know a lot of people think that lip balms are for winter dry cracked lips, and in ways they are. We often forget that the sun can be very drying, too. My favourite high end option is from Benefit. Their new balms are really moisturising. This one is the
Cha Cha Balm and is a lovely coral colour. For my American friends, I love the
EOS balms. My favourite is the Blueberry one. The pink pot of joy is from
Oriflame and is basically a prettier version of Vaseline. I, strangely?, use this for any cracked skin around my nose, too. Last, but by no means least, we have Lush's
Lip Service which is amazing for on the go. It tastes and smells of lemons too.
What do you use for kissable summer lips?
My love with MAC lipsticks started pretty late last year; simply as lipsticks had never been something I had bothered with. I now own a modest few, but these ones are my 'must haves'.
A lovely, almost red, fuchsia that looks fabulous against any skin tone. This is a perfect one if you're just starting to get into red lipsticks, as it is still a very daring colour. Beware, though, as this matte lipstick can leave lips feeling neglected if not given the correct care - before and after.
CYBER {BACK CENTER}
Behold, my favourite 'winter' lipstick. Again, this is a matte shade, but not as drying as All Fired Up. This gives the perfect vampy lips, and I cannot wait until September hits us so I can start using it again. Warning: not for a night out, believe me.
This is my go-to everyday nude lip, and I do not know where I would be without this gem. Although the colouring is rather subtle, with it being a cremesheen lipstick, is adds a lovely glow to the lips, leaving them feeling soft and cared for. Certainly one for lipstick beginners.
Being a Cyber fan, it seemed only fitting to opt for a lighter purple lipstick for summer. When Lorde released this one, I knew it was the one for me. It is not matte like Cyber, nor as intense. It is the perfect sister lipstick for summer.
Behold, the creme de la creme. I was like the cat with the cream getting this through the door. I received it along with Lorde's, as both collections are/were out together. This is the prettiest red I have seen in my life - my only regret is not picking up more of the collection.
What MAC lipsticks do you find 'key'?
