QUICKIE: Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Oil

ITEM: Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Oil (U.S. Link & Price HERE)
PRICE: $61AUD (Price at MECCA) 

So being a super dry skin girl, as soon as I heard that there was going to be a primer oil, I kept my eyes peeled and got it as soon as it released in MECCA Maxima! And you know, I would never let ya'll down - I used it, abused it and now I am ready to give you a Quickie Review on it!

QUICKIE: Colourpop Creme Gel Pencil Liners

ITEM: Colourpop Creme Gel Pencil Liner
PRICE: $5USD


So a product that I have a lot of and have experimented a lot with is the Colourpop Creme Gel Liners. In particular, the pencil version! I realised that I hadn't written about it on my blog despite having so many and always using them. So I decided to do a QUICKIE on them because it's not that complicated to tell you my opinions. So HERE GOES!

QUICKIE: Colourpop Ultra Matte Lip

ITEM: Colourpop Ultra Matte Lip 
PRICE: $6USD (PLUS Shipping)

I recently did a haul on Instagram of a bunch of Colourpop products. I was fortunate enough to have Colourpop regram the picture! It then garnered a lot of requests to do swatches of the colours that I bought. So I have the swatches done, and thought I would take this opportunity to do a QUICKIE on my opinions on the product!

So here goes nothing!

QUICKIE: Ellis Faas Skin Veil Foundation

ITEM: Ellis Faas Skin Veil Foundation (U.S. link HERE)  
AUS PRICE: $110AUD (Bottle); $76AUD (Pen) - prices from Mecca 
U.S. PRICE: $90USD (Bottle) $65USD (Pen)

Recently, I was asked by someone if I knew a good “full coverage but dewy finish foundation”. Sadly, I couldn’t say yes. The reality being that most full coverage foundations are matte finishes, and most dewy foundations are light or at best, medium coverage. I was determined however, to find a full coverage dewy foundation. I mean, I have dry skin, love full coverage, and love a dewy finish, so it was a win-win situation.

I went onto www.mecca.com.au and went through all the foundations to find one that I didn’t already have, but had positive reviews. Then, I came across this baby. Now, I have been using this for over a month (and I’m not going to lie, it’s the only foundation I have used in that period because of how much I love it). So this post will tell you all the details in a quick and succinct manner, the pros and cons of the foundation.

QUICKIE: Contour Kits from 2015

So I decided to do a different type of Quickie today. Instead of doing a review of products, I am going to be giving you the long awaited verdicts on my opinions on which contour kit reigns over all others!

I have done in depth reviews and swatches of all these kits so I will firstly list the links for those posts here:

Too Faced Cocoa Contour Kit Review & Swatches

Australis AC ON TOUR Contour Kit (compared with ABH Original Contour Kit) Review & Swatches

Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contours (All Shades) Review & Swatches

Kat Von D Shade & Light Contour Kit Review & Swatches

So now, let's get into the results!

I contemplated for a long time how I will do this because there was so much information to condense into, what I wanted to be, a short post. So I decided I will simply have "categories" of winners. I will provide a one sentence justification if necessary (if not, there will be no reason for the winner because it may be self-explanatory).

Best Overall Palette: Kat Von D Shade

& Light Palette. 

It has an excellent formula, caters to various skin tones, blends well, pigmented and sturdy packaging.

Most Versatile Palette: ABH Contour Book or Contour Kits

Although the Original Contour alone is not versatile, the fact that you can pick and choose the colours in your kit makes this one the best for anyone and everyone.

Best for Travel Palette: Kat Von D Shade & Light Contour Kit

It has sturdy packaging with a good sized mirror and is nice and thin.

Easiest to Use Palette: Too Faced Cocoa Contour

This has an easy-to-blend formula and since it is not overly pigmented, it is super quick and easy to use for beginners and everyone else.

Thanks for reading and I hope this helps in your decision making process. If you have any questions, write them below and I'll answer them for you! :) 

I intend to try out more kits - leave the ones that you love below!

QUICKIE: Urban Decay Naked Concealer

ITEM: Urban Decay Naked Skin Weightless Complete Coverage Concealer (U.S. link HERE)
RRP: $36AUD (Price at Mecca)

Yet another product that I have been dying to try because of all the hype. This is a very quick and concise summary of the pros & cons of the product. I also provide my overall opinion & rating. 

QUICKIE: Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer

ITEM: Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer (U.S. link HERE)
RRP: $25 for 10mL, $69 for 30mL, $96 for 60mL (Sydney Price) 

FOR A POTENTIAL DUPE CLICK THIS LINK HERE

Claims: This lightweight, satin-finish mineral primer melts into the skin, restoring moisture to dehydrated skin whilst minimising shine. It helps to visibly diminish the appearance of large pores and fine lines, and preps the skin for even makeup application while extending its durability so that your makeup stays in place for longer. It is formulated with SPF 15 from naturally-derived Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide to protect skin from UVA/UVB rays. Free from Oils, Fragrance, and Parabens. Water-resistant.

QUICKIE: Too Faced Hangover Primer

ITEM: Too Faced Hangover Primer
RRP: $44 (Sydney Price) 

Claims: Hangover is a revolutionary makeup primer infused with coconut water, probiotics and skin revivers that work together to boost skin's radiance, promote elasticity and help hydrate while locking down makeup for fresher, longer and more flawless wear. 

Too Faced harnessed the science of hydration to create a creamy, penetrating primer that acts like an energy drink for the skin by replenishing moisture levels. It can be worn alone for a dewy, healthy looking finish or under bronzers, foundations and powders to create the perfect canvas. 

It will hydrate and brighten the skin, promote skin's elasticity and tone, soothe and smooth the skin, get all the priming benefits you love while looking like you received eight hours of sleep and drank your daily dose of H2O. It's vegan friendly and paraben free.

I bought the Too Faced Hangover Primer because of the all the positive reviews that I had heard about it. I have extremely dry and quite sensitive skin, so hearing how 'hydrating' this product was supposed to be excited me, but I was a bit sceptical about whether or not it would be effective. The only primer which was worked for me in the past was the Hourglass Mineral Veil Primer (but that costs an arm and a leg). So the following is a quick review on my overall thoughts and experience with the product.

QUICKIE: Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed

ITEM: Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed (This link is to the Australian retailer. Link to Sephora is here.)
RRP: $60 (Sydney Sephora Price) 

Claims: Refined luminosity in any light. This formula features ultra-fine luminescent pearls that absorb, reflect and refract light so your natural glow is never lost. Unlike the traditional pressed powder method, which simply mixes and compresses dry ingredients, this unique process blends pigments with proprietary liquid binders, resulting in unparalleled, creamy application with balanced colour dispersion. This formula features multi-toned, ultra-fine pigment pearls that adjust to skin's natural undertones. Formulated without parabens.

BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed
Shade: Moonstone

Quickies will be quick and concise reviews of products. To kick-start this series I decided to review the all too hyped Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Powder. The shade I purchased was Moonstone because I felt this was more suitable for my skin colour than the oh-so-popular Opal. (That... and Opal was sold out).