Estee Lauder shopping trip!

Estee Lauder shopping trip!

After much deliberation in this mornings post, I decided to buy the Estee Lauder double wear light. (Don't worry, I will still be reviewing the other foundations over the next few days!) This one really impressed me and I had to have it. Well while I bought this, it turned out Estee Lauder in Boots had a giveaway when you purchase any two products, so I did just that! See what I managed to get for £42!



Double Wear Light 30ml £26



 

Pure Colour Gloss in tempting tearose £16

And then all this for free:

 Perfectly clean splash away foaming cleanser 30ml

Perfectly clean balancing lotion 50ml

 Advanced night repair 7ml

Sumptuous bold volume lifting mascara 2.8ml

DayWear moisturiser 15ml

Lilac whimsy and peacock blue eye shadows

And it all came in this beautiful bag!

If you normally use Estee Lauder or want to try their products, this is the perfect excuse to! I personally needed the a mascara and lipstick anyway, and the moisturiser is one that I regularly use anyway. This offer is on in Boots until the 22nd October, what are you waiting for?

Part two of my foundation reviews is coming tomorrow, until then, Stay Beautiful!

Stace x

15th October 2011

Foundations put to the ultimate test!

Foundations put to the ultimate test!
Regular readers of our blog will know that when I jet off on my hols, I like to take this as a great excuse to take all my sachet samples of foundations, and put them to the ultimate test of heat, sunshine, walking and drinking!

So last week when I was in Portugal, I did exactly that, and over the next few days I will be bringing you my reviews.

First up, Estee Lauder Double Wear Light. This foundation can be picked up in Boots, Debenhams etc, and retails for £26.50 for 30 ml.

This foundation is SPF 10 so is perfect for the sunshine. The consistency was quite loose and so I worried it might not stay in place on my face, and in the heat may drop slightly (not a good look!!).

Once applied the mixture seemed thicker. It was easy to apply with fingertips, covering well and smoothly. The foundation gave full coverage and blended well, not leaving a horrible line around my chin! I have previously used Double Wear normal foundation from Estee Lauder, and this definitely felt lighter on my face.

I was really impressed with the final look, it really achieved the effect of not wearing make up which many liquid foundations fail to do. I did have some angry red spots on my face and used the remainder of the sachet as a concealer which hid these blemishes effectively. It is actually making me consider going to town today and purchasing the foundation! I wouldn't probably wear this everyday, but for nights out, weekends and days at work when I am delivering presentations, this would be perfect!

Was very pleased with the final face, and was glad I wore this on the night of my wedding anniversary. It lasted well through a dinner outside in a hot climate, and half and hour of walking. Watch this space to see if i decide to purchase later!!

Next foundation for review: Clinique Superbalanced make up teint.

Stay Beautiful!

Stace x

15th October 2011



All about lips with Clarins

Yesterday, I paid a visit to our local Debenhams! I always like to wander around the beauty counters to see what’s new, what’s old and what I should know about! I didn’t have to walk too far to spot this fantastic ‘All about lips’ collection from Clarins! 

'All about lips' by Clarins, £17

Back view of the box

Lovely pouch with lipglosses inside

Colours inside the box

It’s the newest of their Christmas collections. I know it’s scary but Christmas is just around the corner! This collection is only available at the stores at the moment as I looked online today and couldn’t find it. It’s £17 for the box and it contains four different colours: 

Colour Quench Lip Balm 02 - the size is pretty impressive as it's 7ml. The colour is shimmering bronze but on application it leaves really light bronze and non-sticky shine. Leaves the lips nourished and plumped.

Colour Quench Lip Balm 03 - size 7ml. The colour is shimmering pink but on application it leaves really light pink and non-sticky shine on the lips, leaving the lips nourished and plumped.  

Natural Lip Perfector 01 – size 5ml. This pink lip perfector has a creamy consistency with no shimmer. On application it leaves light pink, non-sticky shine on the lips. Leaves the lips nourished and plumped.  

Natural Lip Perfector 03 – size 5ml. This nude lip perfector has a creamy consistency with no shimmer. On application it leaves non-sticky nude shine on the lips. Leaves the lips nourished and plumped.

All colours shown at once to show you the difference in constancy

Those products leave a non-sticky shine on the lips

As I love my lip products this one is a winner for me! None of those products are sticky, which is great, as I don't like when my lips stick together! I’ve bought one box but am tempted to buy one or two more to make sure I never run out! 

What is your favourite lip product or colour? Let us know on twitter @beautyu.

Stay beautiful!

Mags xx