Bare minerals blush review and haul

I had never used Bare minerals before however i saw a blog sale on twitter where a blogger was selling brand new the foundation for £5 and blushers for £2.50 so an absolute bargain if you ask me !!!

The makeup arrives in tinyjars, but a little does go a long way 

This blush and foundations are free of parabens, binders, fillers, and no harsh chemicals. The blushes are very pigmented and go on really smooth. On the Bare Escentuals website, they say that the blushes last a good 8 hours.

Bare minerals states - 

Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Features

Uses a healthy mix of 100% pure bareMinerals

Keeps your skin clear of preservatives, fillers, binders, and build-up

Gives your face a warm, beautiful hue

Provides a pop of pure, vivid color

Works beautifully for all skin tones and types, including sensitive and problem-prone skin

Golden Gate

Pink Ribbon

I have been using both the foundation and blush for over a month now and use it daily. I love how soft and silky the powder is and it almost applies like a cream rather than a powder. I am in love with the products and will most definitely be purchasing Bare minerals again, even with its £22 price tag.

No7 BB Cream

Normally, I'm the type of person who doesn't like leaving the house without makeup on even though if im being honest i dont look that dfferent without it ! I've heard a lot about BB creams, that they have been popular abroad for years, and that they are good for your skin. So, I decided to give this one a try; with my £5 off No7 voucher, it cost me £7.95 - very reasonable in my opinion  and No7's BB Cream for Normal/Oily Skin sounded like just what I needed. On the website it says:

''Take off those winter layers and reveal your outer beauty this spring with new No7 Beautiful Skin BB Cream. Its unique 3-in-1 formula evens and enhances skin tone and disguises imperfections, while the nutrient-enriched formula helps to banish blemishes.

And with the added protective power of SPF 15 and 5 * UVA technology to help skin stay youthful, BB is the only way to wear this season’s must-have essential - perfectly-pared back, beautiful skin.

For Normal / Oily Skin.'' - Boots Website

The foundation applies really easily and is VERY LIGHT i can hardly tell its on !! i have been using this daily and my Clinique for seeing my boyfriend or going out.

No7 BB cream is  great product and perfect for summer i will definitely be continuing this purchase !!

ELF Mineral Booster in Sheer

I purchased the mineral booster in sheer with my elf haul last week. I chose to purchase the large option at 17.8g and at only £5 plus i had 40% off at the time :)

sooooo...

The mineral boosters packaging comes in a white box like all other products in e.l.f.'s mineral range and the product itself is  in a transparent plastic jar with a black twist-off lid.  Plain and simple packaging like most of E.L.F's products.

Here's what e.l.f. have to say .......

Achieve the ultimate, translucent "photo finishing touch" to your makeup, our Mineral Booster melts into your skin, infusing it with key vitamins A, B and E to promote healthier skin that’s noticeably silkier and smoother. Completely sheer and ideal for all skin tones, Mineral Booster gently absorbs oil and minimizes the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines and pores for a beautiful even finish. Wear alone or buff over our Mineral Concealer and Foundation to lend extra staying power and to achieve a professional and stunning porcelain matte look that will last all day.

It has become one of my staple products that  use every day now as it helps keep my make-up on all day and helps finish off my make up!  My make-up now lasts all day and doesn't budge an inch !! No make-up melting during the day or oiliness ruining my make-up or foundation streaking so I was definitely impressed

You can use this product alone if you wanted to, as It stays on all day and I could easily say that my skin doesn't feel oily so it's definitely a big plus as i have an oily t-zone!

Or over Foundation to set liquid foundation it gives me a nice matte finish and it also keeps it in place for longer!

I always apply the Mineral Booster with my e.l.f. Studio Powder Brush as it blends it nicely onto the skin, but any large brush would be great :)

                                                                                               Quite a lot dabbed on !!

                                                                                             Blended with my brush

 You get your Mineral Booster from the elf cosmetics website here. for £5

MAC Studio Sculpt Foundation

Claims: A creamy, luxurious, gel-based foundation that provides medium buildable to high coverage with a natural satin finish. Hydrating, instantly revitalizes the skin while keeping it looking smooth, soft and plush. Long-wearing. Water-resistant

The Packaging....

The packaging is simple and generic of MAC Make-up with the box etc, its in a really easy to use tube and a great small squirty dispenser so that enough comes out but not too much even with an over squeeze :)

Pricey Pricey ?

The Mac studio sculpt is £23 which is around average for a high end foundation, i usually spend £22 on clinique foundation but this is worth the extra £1 haha although i do think i will stick to clinique also and keep both of them for best

Hows the Application?

I usually use sponges to apply foundation although i've found this applies just as well with fingers as it has a very smooth,creamy texture and Its's much thicker than fluid formula and a lot more dry, something that a lot of people might like with a foundation. It blended really really well on my skin and did look natural. Another thing is that a little of this foundation goes a long long way. You don't need too much to give you coverage, which essentially could save you money.

                                           My colour is NC30

So does it Cover ?

Mac states that this is for medium coverage but that it can be build able too. I've found that whilst this foundation does provide medium coverage i'm not sure it feels right when built up as it feels a bit cakey, however when just one layer is on its really light. I would also suggest that if you get any in the neck of the lid then this can be used as a great concealer as it will have dried slightly it goes a lot thicker and so makes a great concealer.

TA-DA the finish 

This foundation doesn't leave a matt effect but also doesn't add shine, id say it leave a very natural effect that once on feels like you aren't wearing any make up, I use my elf mineral booster powder just as a final finish to set my make up and it really does the trick. i have quite combination skin with an oily tea zone and this foundation doesn't dry out my skin and flake like my dream matt mouse from loreal and it doesn't make my face shiny as the day progresses. A good all rounder :)

Colour

I would suggest going to a mac counter to get your colour tested i didn't and the colour is good on my face but i think next time i see a mac counter ill go and double check. I got colour NC30, The NC is for people with warm undertones so warmer skin colours and NW is for cool undertone people. remember it like -- NC not cool and NW not warm :)

Overall

A good all rounder 8/10

definitely be a regular buy just wish there was a nicer smell than just a foundation smell.