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Makeup Reviews

The latest make-up launches, news and reviews

VICHY DermaBlend Mini Review

I really wanted to do a little mini-review on the Vichy DermaBlend Correction Foundation as I’ve used it quite frequently but haven’t featured it. The shade I received is 25 Nude and is slightly too dark for my skin, especially when my body is self-tanned (now I use the NuTan patches). However, every time I’ve tried to take a before…

Clarins Healthy Spring Collection

The beautiful Clarins Healthy Spring collection arrived on my desk and I was delighted to see that they had included two of the new SOS Primers. I’ve heard so many great things about them. However, shall we start with the Lovely Rose Eyeshadow Palette (R510) that is undeniably “lovely” the soft pink hues with one darker shade makes this the…

Shopping Clarins Online Store

Two things I love Clarins and online shopping! There is just something so exciting about shopping online and then it arriving. It always feels like a present. The Clarins site recently had a little makeover and it’s a thing of beauty. Seriously, easy to navigate and so informative. There is also a section where your pic can feature on the…

The Body Shop Forever Against Animal Testing Campaign

The Body Shop is really focusing on it’s Forever Against Animal Testing campaign. Can you believe that over 80% of countries don’t ban animal testing! This Q&A from The Body Shop South Africa pretty much answers every question you’ve ever had about animal testing (including L’Oreal’s part in it) and the possibility of banning testing in all countries. I am…

Elizabeth Arden March On Campaign

I’m a bit behind in my posts at the moment but I just had to move this into my schedule because not only is it a beautiful lipstick but it’s also for a good cause. For the month of March (so hurry to pick yours up) Elizabeth Arden is running the most incredible campaign called March On. They have teamed…

NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP Love Contours All Review

I honestly haven’t given the NYX Professional Makeup range as much love as it deserves. Affordable, excellent quality and overall just plain amazing. After trying out the Love Contours All Palette I’ve found myself recommending it non-stop. It’s quite easily the perfect palette in my eyes. Since I love neutral shades, it has a good balance of shimmer and matte…