Rimmel Lasting Finish Nude 25 Hour Foundation Review

I decided to pick up a new foundation as I don't have that many and I wanted to try out a new one. Rimmel has recently launched a lighter shade (Light Porcelain) which I was excited to try as the previous lightest shade (Ivory) was a little bit too dark. 

This foundation is £7.99 but when I bought it, it was on offer for £5.99. Packaging wise, it is similar to the other Rimmel foundations. It comes in a glass bottle and it has a white lid that makes it easy to identify. The original Lasting Finish Foundation has a red lid. One thing I really like about the Rimmel foundations is that they come with a pump which makes it a lot less messy to apply. The formula of this is said to be a medium coverage that feels light weight on the skin. If you've been reading my blog for a while you will know that I usually opt for a light coverage as I don't like my base to feel too heavy on my skin. The foundation claims to be hydrating and moisturising, blends instantly, creates a nude pore less effect and sweat and humidity proof. 

I would agree that it is a medium coverage foundation it is a lot more coverage than I usually go for and it is a lot heavier on my skin than I normally have. For this reason I would not want to try the original as I think that would be just too heavy on my skin. I find this foundation to be long lasting and it lasts me all day (a typical day for me is 9am- 8pm) I haven't tried the 25 hour claim as I would never wear foundation for that long. I find that this foundation can cling to dry patches especially around my nose. The shade is a perfect match for me and I am glad Rimmel has created a lighter shade, I will be picking up the other foundations in this lighter shade. I personally don't layer foundations much anyway but for the purposes of the review I did try to layer it but I found that it ended up looking very cakey so I stick to 1 pump for my whole face. The finish is very nice, it looks quite natural. It is more of a satin finish as it isn't completely matte and it is slightly dewy. 

Overall I think this foundation is ok, it isn't my favourite formula but I wear it a lot as the shade is perfect. If you do like a heavier foundation then this may be perfect for you. 

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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How I Store My Every Day Makeup

You may remember I posted about a Ted Baker gift set and I mentioned how gorgeous the packaging was and how it would be perfect for storing makeup. Today I am going to show you what makeup I store in it. 

I used to store my everyday makeup in a makeup bag as it made it easy for me to quickly reach for things in the morning. This Ted Baker box is a bit like a jewellery box in that it has a top compartment with a lid that lifts up and a draw that pulls out. 

In the top compartment I store my face products that I am currently using. I am testing out the Rimmel Lasting Finish Nude Foundation, I quite like this foundation although it isn’t my favourite one. I will be posting a review of it very shortly. When I saw that Rimmel was launching a concealer as part of the Lasting Finish range I knew I wanted to try it out, I haven’t fully decided yet whether I like it or not but I will let you know soon what I think. I really like the powder from the range and I have been using it every day for quite a while now. The Collection Illuminating Touch Concealer is quickly becoming one of my favourites. I have three blushes in my current rotation the Max Factor Crème Puff blush in Seductive Pink, the Makeup Gallery Blush in Candyfloss and the Revlon Photoready Cream Blush in Flushed. I really love these blushes and I keep switching between the three.

I love the Collection Little Mix Eyeshadow Palette, the colours are fantastic they are so pigmented and easy to work with. I have the Rimmel Scandaleyes Eyeshadow Paint in Rich Russet for days when I want something really quick. I have found a new brow pencil that I really like; the MUA Luxe Powerbrow is a new brow product that I have fallen in love with. I have a range of different eyeshadows that I am loving at the moment. I have three Maybelline Colour Tattoos; Creamy Beige, Pink Gold and Permanent Taupe. I am loving Creamy Beige at the moment. I have a selection of powder eyeshadows that I like to apply on top; MUA Bronze and Misty Rose and Makeup Gallery Bronze and Mocha. I have been using my Miss Sporty eyeshadow in Night as an eyeliner which you will hear more about in my April Favourites.

I hope you enjoyed this post, let me know how you store your every day makeup

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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April Makeup Haul

 Today I have a makeup haul for you. I picked up these products from a local discount makeup store. I can’t remember the exact prices, but I’m pretty sure nothing was over £5 so I got some great bargains. A lot of these products are still available in Boots and Superdrug so I got a good deal. 

The first thing I got was another Maybelline Colour Tattoo as I am obsessed with these and I now have 4 in my collection and I want more! I got the shade Permanent Taupe which has been on my list for a while. Permanent Taupe is a cool toned brown with grey undertones and it is matte. I think that this is going to be a perfect base for other eyeshadows. Next I picked up a Maybelline Expertwear Blush in the shade Rosewood. I’m not going to lie the main reason I got this was because of the name (it is the town that Pretty Little Liars is set in) but the colour is really pretty. It is a pale pink shade which I think is going to look lovely on my pale skin. I got a Rimmel Salon Pro polish as I haven’t tried any from this range and I got the shade I Want It which is a bright blue similar to Nails Inc Baker Street. 

I picked up quite a few different lip products. Firstly I got another Revlon Colourstay Moisture Stain as I already own Barcelona Nights and I really like it. I got the shade India Intrigue which is a gorgeous berry shade. I picked up another Apocalips from Rimmel this one is an American version so it is called a Show Off instead, but it is still the same product, I got the shade Aurora. I have recently been really enjoying liquid lipsticks so I thought I’d get another one of these. I have the shade Big Bang which I don’t wear too much as it is a very bright red. Aurora looks more of a subtle shade so I’m hoping I’ll get more wear out of it. Next I got a L’Oreal Glam Shine Stain Splash in the shade Romy, I’m hoping that this will be another long lasting lip product. Lastly I picked up another Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick as I already have 2 and I really like them. I got the shade Cherry Blossom which has a Pearl finish which is something I have not tried as my other 2 are crème formulas.

What have you bought recently?

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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Rimmel Scandaleyes Eyeshadow Paint in Rich Russet Review

Today I am going to be reviewing the Rimmel Scandaleyes Eyeshadow Paint in Rich Russet. I am a massive fan of cream eyeshadows as they are so quick and easy to wear. 

The packaging of this is different to all the other cream eyeshadows I own, most of them come in pots or pencil format. This comes in a tube with a doe foot applicator. The applicator is really good as it is flexible so it makes it very easy to evenly apply the product to the lid. 

I apply this directly to my lid with the applicator and I blend it out with a blending brush. I am currently using the MUA E3 Brush. The product does dry quite quickly so I usually do one eye at a time. 

This is a gorgeous bronze shade which I love to wear on a daily basis. The pigmentation of this is fantastic you only need one sweep over your lid. The formula feels quite wet when you first apply it but it quickly dries and just feels like a normal eyeshadow on your lid. I find this to be really long lasting as it will last all day without fading or going patchy. I like to wear this by itself on days when I haven’t got very much time to apply my makeup. Sometimes I will apply a powder bronze shade on top to further intensify the look.

Overall I really like this product and I highly recommend it if you are a fan of cream eyeshadows. I’m not sure if these have been discontinued as I couldn’t find them on the Boots website. I really hope they haven’t as this is really amazing and is much better than their eyeshadow pencil.

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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FOTD #3

 Today I am going to be doing another Face Of The Day, I really enjoy doing these posts as I can show you what makeup I am currently enjoying using and I can give you a mini review of each product.

I start with the Rimmel Lasting Finish Foundation which I am really enjoying. I love the new light shade that Rimmel has which is light porcelain as it matches me really well. This foundation has a really natural finish and has a medium coverage. I have been trying the Collection Illuminating Touch Concealer which I like to use under my eyes as it really helps to brighten the area. My skin hasn’t been that great recently so I have had a few blemishes so I have been reaching for an old favourite; the Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer. This concealer is offers a medium- high coverage so is perfect for hiding blemishes. I then apply my Rimmel Lasting Finish Powder as I am really enjoying it at the moment. It is a very fine powder so it doesn’t look too cakey on the skin. 

I used my Makeup Gallery Blush in Candyfloss as I love the natural flush that this gives to my cheeks and it is only £1. I have been experimenting more and more with bronzer recently, I opt for an overall bronzed look rather than a heavily contoured look. I have been using the Collection Bronze Glow in Sunkissed which is a really pale colour so is suitable for my skin, it does have a bit of shimmer in it but it is very subtle. 

For eyeshadow I have been enjoying using the Collection All About The Eyes Palette. I use the shade Dazzling Brown all over my lid, Cocoa Dream in my crease, Feather as an inner corner and brow bone highlighter. I then used Blackbird as an eyeliner to line my lid. The quality of this palette is fantastic, the shades are very pigmented and it only costs £3.19. I have been enjoying the new Benefit Roller Lash Mascara. It really helps to curl your lashes and it makes them look fuller and longer. For brows I used my Collection Eyebrow Definer which is one of my favourite brow products at the moment. 

Lastly on my lips I am wearing a new favourite the Essence Lipstick in Natural Beauty. This is my Kylie Jenner lipstick as it is very much a pink nude. Brown toned nudes don’t suit me as they clash with my pale skin. I am in love with this lipstick though as it is slightly darker than my natural lip colour so it is great for wearing every day and I can apply it without a mirror. 

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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February Favourites (2015)

I can't believe that February is over this year is going so fast already. Next month (March) is my birthday and I'm really excited. Today I will be sharing with you what I have been loving over the past month. This month I don’t have too much to share with you as I haven't tried many new products. 

My first favourite is the Rimmel Lasting Finish 25 Hour Powder. I have been using the Maybelline Fit Me Powder for ages and it has been my favourite but I really like this new powder from Rimmel. It is very similar to the Fit Me one in packaging and formula. Both powders come in a compact which you can lift up and underneath there is a mirror and sponge this is great if you plan on taking it on the go but it does mean that the packaging is quite bulky. I personally like very fine powders as I don't want my skin to look cakey and this one ticks that box. It says that it can be buildable which if I'm honest I have not tried. I have been really impressed with this powder I don't think it's any better than the Fit Me as I think they are very similar. I've tried a couple of things from this range; the primer and the foundation and this is definitely my favourite thing from  range.

My next favourite I think I have mentioned before in a favourites post but I really love it so I thought I'd mention it again. I got the Bellapierre Trio in 24K Taupe from TK Maxx and it is one of the best things I have ever bought. It comes with 3 eyeshadows (obviously) which are really wearable shimmery shades. I love shimmery eyeshadows, this comes with a brown, pink and cream colour. Despite there only being 3 shades you can create so many different looks with it and they are all pigmented and easy to blend. 

I have been loving the Revlon Lip Butter in Berry Smoothie. I have a few of the Lip Butters and I really like them but this is my favourite  as it is such a wearable shade. Berry Smoothie is similar to Honey from the Just Bitten Kisssable Balm Stain range which is my most used lip product ever. This is great to apply when you don't want to wear anything too bright but still want to wear some colour. The lip butters are really hydrating and sheer so they are great to wear on a daily basis however they are buildable. This is a great shade to keep in your handbag as it is so easy to apply and I'd say you could apply it without a mirror.

My last favourite is a new release from Benefit. When I heard about the new Rollerlash Mascara I was excited to try it out as I like the They're Real Mascara. I was even more excited when Elle Magazine gave a sample of it away in this months edition. I really like this mascara usually I am not a fan of curved wands as I find they usually make application messy but this is really easy to apply and not at all messy. This really helps to lengthen your lashes and the wand helps you to capture every single lash. The curved wand is designed to hold a curl and I think it really does. I am a big fan and I recommend you try it out if you can.

What have been your favourites this month?

 Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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A Face of Rimmel

Today I want to do a post that I have never done before but I hope to make it into a series on my blog. I am going to be doing a whole face of makeup using one brand. A lot of the time I don’t have all the products to do a whole face of makeup with from one brand but I noticed that I did for Rimmel. I find some brands are usually good for certain products i.e. Revlon for lip products and Maybelline for mascaras. Rimmel is a great brand and I think they do a really good range of products. 

Face

As I have mentioned before I was sent the Rimmel Lasting Finish Primer* by the Boots Review Panel. I really like this primer as it makes my foundation last much longer and I also find that it sits better on my skin when I have used this primer. Although I don’t think this primer reduces the appearance of pours. Next I used the Rimmel Lasting Finish 25 Hour Nude Foundation this is the lighter version of the original 25 Hour foundation. I quite like this foundation I especially like that Rimmel have introduced a new lighter shade as Light Porcelain is a perfect match for me however I still find this foundation to be quite heavy I definitely prefer the Wake Me Up and now they have the lighter shade I will be picking that up. When I first got the Wake Me Up Concealer I really liked it however now I find that it is quite thick in comparison to my favourite Maybelline Fit Me Concealer although the Wake Me Up one is really good if my under eye circles are particularly bad.  As it was on offer I picked up the Lasting Finish Powder which I really like it is similar to the Fit Me one from Maybelline. They have similar packaging in that the compact lifts up and has a mirror and sponge inside, they are also very fine powders so they don’t look cakey on the skin. 

The last thing I used was the Wake Me Up Instant Radiance Shimmer Touch in Radiant Rose. This is a cream blush which also works as a highlighter. This looks really nice when you first apply it as it is a gorgeous pale pink which is shimmery so it works as a blush as well as a highlighter however by the end of the day my face is left covered in glitter which is really disappointing. 

Eyes and Brows

For eyeshadow I used my 2 Glam Eyes Mono Eyeshadows in the shades Punchy Taupe and Tribute. I applied Punchy Taupe all over my lid and then applied Tribute in my crease to add a bit of definition. I don’t have an eyeliner from Rimmel so that is something I need to invest in but on a daily basis I often don’t bother with eyeliner. The mascara I used was the Scandaleyes Retro Glam Mascara. This is a good mascara although the wand is very big which can make application a bit awkward.  For my brows I used the Brow Pencil in Dark Brown, I used to use this a lot but I have since found ones which better match the colour of my brows. In comparison to other brow products this pencil is quite hard which can make it difficult to work with. 

Lips

Rimmel have some amazing lip products I really like the lipsticks from the Kate Moss range and the Moisture Renew Range but today I decided to use the Lasting Finish Colour Rush Lip Crayon in Rumour Has It. I love lip crayons and the Colour Rush ones are great, the colour is really pretty it is a dark pink which I love. It is really long lasting, when you first apply it it is very glossy and this does fade but it leaves a lovely stain. 

Do you have any Rimmel recommendations?

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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What's In My Makeup Bag (February 2015)

Today I thought I would share with you what is currently in my makeup bag. As I have a lot of makeup I switch up my makeup quite regularly so I might this a regular post if you are interested. My makeup bag is a cute Minnie Mouse one which has a blog on it which is pretty cool. This is actually a pencil case but it works really well as a makeup bag, I believe it was from Tesco but I’m not 100% sure as I got it for Christmas.

Face

The first think I have in my bag is the Rimmel Lasting Finish Primer* I was sent this because I am a member of the Boots Review Panel. I am trying this out at the moment and I quite like it I’ve never really used primers before so this has been very interesting to try it out. I find that it does make my foundation last longer. The foundation I’m currently using is the Rimmel Lasting Finish 25 Hour Nude I quite like this foundation although for a nude foundation it is quite thick I don’t think I would like the original at all. I like that Rimmel has launched a lighter shade as this is the perfect match for me I think I’m going to get the Match Perfection and the Wake Me Up in this new shade. I’ve tried to switch my concealer and powder as I always use my Maybelline Fit Me Concealer and Powder. Currently I am using the Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer which is ok but I think it is a bit too thick for me and I definitely prefer the Maybelline one. For powder I am using the Rimmel Stay Matte which is very good if you have oily skin.

I have been trying to wear more bronzer recently and I am using the MUA Mosaic Bronzer in Sunkissed Glow I like this one as it isn’t too dark for my pale skin. I’ve got a couple of options for blushes and highlighters. The MUA Blush in Candyfloss is an essential for me as it is such a great every day colour as it is quite subtle. The other blush is the Revlon Photoready Cream Blush in Flushed. I really like this blush as although in the packaging it looks quite bright once you’ve blended it out it is really natural. The two highlighters I have are the ELF Baked Blush in Pinktastic which I have mentioned quite a few times I love the sheen this gives my skin. The other one is also from ELF and it is the All Over Cover Stick in Persimmon this is a cream highlighter similar to Benefit’s Watts Up.  

Eyes

Now onto eyes I have the W7 Prime Magic Eye Primer this is not my favourite primer but it does the job. Next I have the Bellapierre Trio in 24K Taupe. I really love this trio all the colours go really well together, I use the pink shade all over my lid, the brown in my crease and the cream colour in my inner corner.  I have the MUA Clear Mascara to set my brows and the Seventeen Back Lash Mascara which I really like for lengthening and volumising my lashes. 

I have a few eyeliners, the Collection Extreme 24 Hour Felt Tip Liner is my favourite felt tip liner it is so easy to apply and the nib is flexible enough to move along the lid but not too flexible that it is messy to apply. I have two kohl pencils one from MUA which is a really affordable pencil it can smudge a bit but as it is only £1 I always like to have one in my collection. I am currently trying a pencil from Bellapierre which I am not a massive fan of as it is quite scratchy and difficult to apply. For brows I am use the Collection Brow Definer I really like this it applies really well and the colour match is great.

Lips

I switch up my lip colour on a daily basis but I have a couple of choices in my makeup bag which I use more regularly. The Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Honey has been a favourite of mine for a really long time it is a very natural colour and is very easy to wear. Another lip product which is similar is the Revlon Lip Butter in Berry Smoothie. These two colours I wear a lot as they are very natural colours and not too bright for every day wear.

What is in your makeup bag?

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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NOTD: Bare Bones and Aurora

Bare Bones by Revlon has quickly become one of my favourite nail polishes. Whenever I can’t decide what to wear I pick this. It is a really nice nude colour that works really well with my skin tone. 

Although by itself Bare Bones is really pretty I like to add a touch of sparkle. This time I used the Rimmel Space Dust in Aurora which is a gorgeous pink and silver glitter. Aurora had been on my wishlist for a while and I was lucky enough to find it in Poundland. 

Aurora is sort of glitter that you could wear by itself but I prefer to apply it on top of another colour as it makes it easier to remove. This combination lasted really well on my nails and I didn’t find it too difficult to remove. I think I will definitely wear this combination again as I really loved it.

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick in Sweetie Review

I’ve mentioned this lipstick before on my blog but today I thought I would do a proper review of it. I managed to get this lipstick for 89p as there was an error on the reduced sticker and instead of saying £4.89 it only said 89p. The only annoying part of getting this from the reduced section is that there was a sticker on it and it has left that horrible sticky bit where I couldn’t get all the sticker off. 

Anyway now onto the actual lipstick, the packaging is the usual Rimmel packaging. This is from the Lasting Finish range and comes in a really nice deep burgundy case which has some glitter running through it and it has the Rimmel crown on the lid. I like the packaging of Rimmel lipsticks I think they look a lot more expensive than their £4.99 price tag. 

Sweetie is a bright pink with blue undertones which help to make your teeth look whiter. This lipstick has a small amount of glitter/shimmer in it but it isn't too much so it is still very wearable. The lipstick applies smoothly and has a very creamy formula which isn't drying on the lips. I really like this lipstick it is in my favourite shade. I love wearing this sort of bright pinks. Some people will be put off by the shimmer in this lipstick however it doesn’t bother me. 

I find that it lasts a decent amount of time. It lasts around 3 hours before you need to touch it up. With some dark colours they sometimes transfer to your teeth but I don’t find that to be a problem with this lipstick. 

Have you tried this lipstick?

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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Favourite Single Eyeshadows

Today I am going to be sharing with you 3 of my favourite single eyshadows. I have quite a lot of single eyeshadows but they are sometimes neglected as I use a palette more often as it has a wide range of colours in. However I do love single eyeshadows as they can provide a very quick look when I am in a rush. I like to use single eyeshadows  as all over lid colours and I will often reach for them when I am in a rush. 

The first one I have to share with you is from Rimmel, it is from the Glam Eyes range and it is in the shade Tribute(130). I love this shade as I think it really compliments my eye colour on the back it says it compliments blue and green eyes however I think it would look good on everyone. The quality of the Rimmel eyeshadows is really impressive they are so pigmented and easy to blend. 

The next one is a recent discovery for me. I am sure you have heard of Makeup Revolution as they have bought out some amazing products and a lot of people rave about their eyeshadow palettes (which are amazing) but I have fallen in love with this eyeshadow from their single eyeshadow collection. The shade is Sold Out and it only cost me £1. Although the packaging is simple the product inside is brilliant. This shade is so pigmented which is amazing considering it is only £1. I have a few of their other shades on my wishlist to try as I think they are brilliant. 

The last one I have to share with you is an old favourite. It is a cream eyeshadow and it is the MaybellineColour Tattoo in On and On Bronze. I always reach for this when I want a wash of colour over my lids. I use this when I know I am going to be out for a long time as this is really long lasting and once you have applied it, it will not budge. 

Until I photographed them I didn’t realise how similar these shades are to one another.  I guess I just love the bronzey browns as they seem to really suit me.

Do you have any favourite single eyeshadows?

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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Month of Lipsticks: Rimmel Sweetie (Day 4)

This lipstick holds a special place in  my heart as I got it for such a great bargain. This was reduced in Tesco hence the the sticky stuff on the packaging as it had a reduced sticker wrapped around it (annoying!). They had quite a few lipsticks which all had a sticker saying £4.89 on which isn't really that great of a deal as they are £4.99 in Boots so they only had 10p off. However this ones label had been misprinted and I got it for 89p! 

Anyway now onto the actual lipstick, the packaging is the usual Rimmel packaging. This is from the Lasting Finish range and comes in a really nice deep burgundy case which has some glitter running through it and it has the Rimmel crown on the lid. 

Sweetie is a bright pink with blue undertones which help to make your teeth look whiter. This lipstick has a small amount of glitter/shimmer in it but it isn't too much so it is still very wearable. The lipstick applies smoothly and has a very creamy formula which isn't drying on the lips. I really like this lipstick it is in my favourite shade. I love wearing this sort of bright pinks and by the end of this series you'll probably be fed up with seeing them. 

Prettylittlefashionista xxx

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