5. Collection Eyes Uncovered Palettes
Collection is a brand that's caught my attention a lot more recently. I never actually picked up the super-popular Little Mix palette however these three new editions will be part of their permanent line. They're very reminiscent of the Urban Decay Naked lines. Whilst Urban Decay's quality is in another league, these are an excellent effort. For day or night there's a neutral look you'll love in one of the three. There's a brown-toned set, one with more bronze shades and one that's grey and smokey. I'll be posting on these very soon.
4. Barry M Quick Dry Nail Colours
It's no secret that my nails often don't get done because I'm just too impatient. However these have been a game-changer! Especially paired with the Elegant Touch fast-drying spray I can literally put these on and within minutes I'm good to go with no splodging. Not to mention there are some gorgeous shades to get you ready for Spring/Summer. I picked up the In a Heartbeat (a bright, almost neon-pastel pink) and Pit Stop (a pastel grey).
A Lorac Pro Palette dupe was something we in the UK have been dying to see for a long time and last month Makeup Revolution gave us both. I'm really struggling to choose which one I prefer but the quality is even more amazing than their usual and they come with eyeshadow brushes you can actually use! Iconic Pro 1 is a little more warm-toned whereas Iconic Pro 2 has some cooler shades.
You can see my post with swatches here
Another impressive entry from Barry M; their Anastasia Contour Kit dupe. Whilst this only contains three shades they're more than adequate for me. The highlight is different to anything else I own as it's not really shimmery it just has a bit of a sheen. It's a banana powder so suitable for setting your under-eye concealer. You then have a red-toned shade and a more grey colour. I think these can be worn by a variety of different skin tones even though there's only one version of it. The shades are so smooth and blend-able, I really can't recommend this kit enough.
1. Zoeva Rose Golden Volume 2 Brush Set
I'd barely got my hands on the originals when I got wind of these beauties. They've released both an eye and a mixed eye and face version. Whilst their eye brushes blew me away in the original set (seriously, they're comparable to MAC), I still went for the mixed set as I really wanted a square contour brush. As my boyfriend couldn't track down the Real Techniques Bold Metals one in New York I thought this was a better alternative given than if I'd got it in the UK that single brush would've cost half as much as this entire set.
You can see my post on this with lots of pretty pictures here
I'd barely got my hands on the originals when I got wind of these beauties. They've released both an eye and a mixed eye and face version. Whilst their eye brushes blew me away in the original set (seriously, they're comparable to MAC), I still went for the mixed set as I really wanted a square contour brush. As my boyfriend couldn't track down the Real Techniques Bold Metals one in New York I thought this was a better alternative given than if I'd got it in the UK that single brush would've cost half as much as this entire set.
You can see my post on this with lots of pretty pictures here
So, there you have my favourites of the latest beauty releases I've been trying recently.
What is your favourite new beauty launch?
Nearly picked up the contour kit by Barry M the other day and after reading how much you liked it I wish I had, I think a trip to get that and some of the new polishes is on the cards.
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I definitely recommend them! And yeah the Max Factor blushes are really pretty too :) xx
DeleteI literally want to try everything here! The new Zoeva brushes are definitely the top of my list, gonna wait till pay day though!
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Yeah they were a bit of a payday treat for me ;) xx
DeleteI need to get my hands on the Barry M Contour Kit, looks pretty good for a drugstore one! I've been loving the new Urban Decay Concealers so much, deffo worth a buy!
ReplyDeleteFrancesca xo // EffStar Beauty // YouTube Channel
I was really impressed with it :) and ooh didn't know they did concealers! xx
DeleteI need to come and raid your collection one of these days! The Barry M looks pretty but I am not sure it may look flattering on darker skin tone unless they have a deeper shade...xx
ReplyDeleteI meant the Barry M contour kit!!
DeleteThey don't at the moment :( hopefully they'll bring one out though as the texture of them is so great! xx
Deletewow ! lovely collection :)
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Thanks xx
DeleteI really want to try the BarryM contour kit but last time I went to Boots there wasn't any :( But I did pick up some of the new nail polishes :) I agree that the Iconic Pro palettes are fantastic! x
ReplyDeleteMummy’s Beauty Corner
Definitely keep looking for it, it'll be well worth the wait :) xx
DeleteI actually love everything! I love the Collection palettes and the Barry M kit, I really want to try the new Makeup Rev palettes.
ReplyDeletealice x | beautybyalicee
The budget brands are doing so well at them moment, right :) xx
DeleteI really want to try the Barry M Contour Kit, it looks/sounds amazing. Great photos as ever! x
ReplyDeleteEmma | Emmys Blog
Thank you :) and for a fiver it's well worth a go! xx
DeleteThese are some seriously lovely products! Definitely need to try Zoeva brushes at some point x
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They're such fantastic quality at very reasonable prices :) xx
DeleteI really enjoyed this post, the Makeup Revolution palettes look gorgeous and I love the fact that the one is a dupe for the Lorac pro palette :)
ReplyDeleteCharlee XO | CharmedCharlee
They actually both are as there's now a Lorac 2, which they've been very speedy with duping haha xx
DeleteI need to try that Barry M contour kit, it looks great!
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It's so great! xx
DeleteI was going to say.. didn't you get the original Zoeva ones not too long ago!? haha! Gotta love good brushes ;) I also like the abundance of eyeshadow palettes you included in your post. I seriously need to try the Make Up Rev. Iconic palettes - just heard way too many good things about them :)
ReplyDeleteLaura || Laura London
Haha I have an addiction, what can I say?! xx
DeleteOhh soo many lovely things! I definitely want to try the Collection palettes, they looks so cute and useable! I have been been loving the new Maybelline Lash Sational as well, thats the only new thing I have tried recently! Though I do really want to try the new bourjois eye shadow sticks, need a trip to boots! x
ReplyDeleteJasmin Charlotte | UK Lifestyle Blog
Lash Sensation is seriously my mascara of the moment! The Collection palettes are so adorable and little! xx
DeleteBarry M look like they've been busy! Their contour kit is on my wish list!
ReplyDeleteAnnabel ♥
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Haha I was thinking that too! xx
DeleteThose brushes! OMG, so beautiful. xx
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I'm so in love with them! xx
DeleteI had no idea about the two Barry M releases but I need to get my hands on them. The fast drying nail polishes sound like a dream and that contour kit looks amazing x
ReplyDeleteBeauty with charm
They're seriously great! Can't believe how cheap they are too :) xx
DeleteYou are definitely my go to girl for drugstore makeup Jasmine! I always end up with SO many products added to my wish list after reading your blog. Love the sound of Collection's little mix palette, I've heard such good things. Also want/need Barry m Pitstop in my life... stunning colour! :)
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Aww thank you, lovely! And Pit Stop is my go-to right now :) xx
DeleteBoth the Collection and Makeup Revolution palettes look gorgeous! Also love the looks of those Zoeva brushes, they're so pretty! :)
ReplyDeleteOlivia x
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I love even just looking at the brushes, never mind using them haha xx
DeleteSo after reading your post, I now HAVE (not need) to have the contour kit and fast drying nail polishes in my collection! Great post :) x
ReplyDeleteBrenda BusyBee | Bella & Bear Pro Makeup Brush Set Giveaway
Yes, you do! haha xx
DeleteI really want to try the Barry M Contour Kit it looks great! Don't know why everyone has rushed out to buy the Anastasia Contour Kits, surely nobody needs 6 different shades for their one face?! Haha I respect it's a collector's kinda thing but it's definitely more sensible to get something like this :)
ReplyDeleteKat | www.kathorrocks.com
That's what I was thinking - I feel like it's more of an MUA product than one for normal people who want to contour haha xx
DeleteI love the Zoeva brushes and the Collection palettes look so cute. I must get at least one of them. x
ReplyDeleteRenata | Speaking Beauty UK
They really are just so cute :) xx
DeleteJust fallen in love with the brushes!! & definitely want to pick up some nail varnishes from Barry M x
ReplyDeletehan // emandhan xo
Barry M do the best ever budget nail colours :) xx
Deleteooh! I haven't seen that Barry M contour kit yet! I will have to keep an eye out for it!
ReplyDeleteAngie x | Chocolate & Lipstick || UK Beauty and Lifestyle Blog
It's well worth trying to track it down! xx
DeleteI've heard so many good things about all of these products. Yet to invest in Zoeva brushes but your posts always make me lust after them! x
ReplyDeleteSpeckled Beauty
They're such great quality as well as being beautiful :) xx
DeleteThose palettes look so pretty, I'll have to check them out. I've been on the hunt for some new palettes (unfortunately I bought the Naked 2 palette and it wasn't as great as I'd hoped). Thanks for sharing these! :)
ReplyDeleteOh no what a shame :( xx
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