Benefit The Fine One One

A few weeks ago I wrote about my mini Benefit haul which included the Porefessional and the Fine One One, however at the time I wrote that review, I had actually misplaced this product. If anyone could see the extent of my makeup collection, you would understand how easy it is to buy and a product and it literally vanish in thin air. As I write this post, I feel like I'm suddenly going in the direction of an AA meeting - Yes, my name is Jessica and I'm a shopaholic. I often buy products and forget I even have them, it's shocking - I know. I need to reign in my addiction at some point, but it consumes me. The pretty nail polishes I can buy, the various shades of lipsticks even though I probably have the same pink colour replicated four times. As I've been packing my things to move house, I've been waiting for the words from partner: "Honey, it's me or the makeup." Surprising he hasn't said anything, which could only mean he's a keeper. He accepts me and all my makeup glory.

The Benefit Fine One One is a product that I've wanted to try for quite some time now and I have finally got round to buying it. If you haven't heard of the Benefit Fine One One, it is brightening cheek and lip trio which costs around £23. This product is perfect for any beauty emergency with its versatility to be used on different areas of the face and it has a fabulous compact size. There's no need to carry around highlighters, blushers and lipsticks when this product is around, it will do all that for you.

The product has three colours that can be swiped across the cheeks in one easy move and the button on the side enables you to switch the colours around to get various different effects. The product blends easily and the colours are gorgeous, with the pinks and corals included in this product, it makes a perfect makeup item for spring. Unfortunately the staying power for me isn't that great. I like colour on my cheeks that stays bright and lasts as long as my foundation, but this seems to disappear quite quickly. However, it's a great little product if you are looking for a softer and more subtle cheek glow and if anything, the packaging is absolutely stunning.

Have you tried the Benefit Fine One One?

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Sheercover love

A few months ago I wrote a blog post on SheerCover makeup and expressed how much I loved the brand. The minerals are really easy to work with and the products are really affordable. In this blog post, I've decided to show you the Sheer Cover highlighter powder and the smokey eye shadow palette,  which have recently become two of my favourite products.

I don't wear much eyeshadow as I religiously stick to my cat-flick eyeliner and red lipstick makeup routine, but this kit has made me reconsider my makeup look. There's nothing sexier than a smouldering smokey eye and these colours are perfect for blending and creating that look. Since I received the palette, I've been using the purple and silver colours regularly and noticed they have stayed on for a considerable amount of time. Most eyeshadows I have used in the past have smudged very easily and it's put me off wearing them.  The second aspect I love about the Sheer Cover palette is the pigmentation of the products. The colours stand out and rather than layering the colour on for a dramatic look, the colour applies with literally one glide of your applicator. The SheerCover eye palette retails at £20.95, which I think is affordable for the selection of colours available and the fact that you only need a small amount at a tiny. The packaging is glossy and looks expensive and you really feel that you're buying into luxury.

The second product I tried was the 'Lip to Lid highlighter' in the shade bronze. This product is great for contouring those cheek bones or adding a little bit of colour to your face if you're pale like me. I love how it shimmers in the light and the fact that you only need a small amount to make a difference to your face. The powder can also be used on your eyes, lips or even to patch up your fake tan. So far, I'm loving this powder and I'm wearing it nearly everyday.  I never thought I'd find a highlighter that rivalled my NARS orgasm, but this definitely does. The highlighter retails at £17.95 and although I think this is a tiny bit on the expensive side for this product, I would definitely repurchase it due to it's versatility.

Overall I love the colours and the look the products create. It feels like i'm wearing a second skin rather than lots of makeup and best of all, it looks the highlighting powder looks natural.

What do you think of these products?

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