Cheap Treat Tuesday!

While on the hunt for some new make up to try I came across a bunch of Urban Decay Cream shadows, they don't actually sell these any more but never the less I desperately wanted to try them!

There were a few colours that looked gorgeous but I only wanted to get one for now- in case I didn't like the formula or what not. I picked the shade 'Rehab' but 'Mushroom' looked pretty similar to it. 

It arrived within 2 days which I was incredibly pleased with and came in all its original packaging. It has a doffer applicator which dispenses just the right amount of product as the consistency is a little thick with it being a cream. The colour itself is a cool tone brown which has sort of a silver sheen to it in the light. If you pair this with one of the Urban Decay Primer Potions its like a match made in heaven. I've been wearing this combo with just a bit of mascara and it makes my eyes pop. It's such a versatile shade that can be worn day or night. The shadow also sets very quickly and doesn't crease at all, even without primer. 

I spread this on my lids with the applicator and then blend it out with my fingers as it gives much more of a natural, not harsh look. I picked this up off eBay for £3.

Paige, x 

eBay brushes!

Before I bought the real techniques eye brush set I didn't really own many brushes for eye make up, I would usually just have some random cheap ones that I've managed to somehow own. As the Real Techniques brush set only came with two of the type of brushes I wanted, I looked into getting some more. I came across these on eBay for around £4, yes I realise I should of put them in a Cheap Treat Tuesday! 

The set comes with five brushes that are all slightly different. They are soooo super soft too and get the job done perfectly! With them being so cheap I wasn't expecting much but just like the face brushes I bought –post here- they are brilliant! I actually prefer them over the real techniques ones!

 These brushes haven’t shown any signs of shredding or anything like that and are great for anyone to add to their collection or for beginners too! There’s a brush for everything in this set from packing on shadow, blending or for the crease.

I did pick the ‘rose gold’ colour however they are more gold but it doesn't really bother me, I'm just happy I've got really good quality brushes without paying Zoeva, Real Techniques or MAC prices! 

Paige, x

Cheap Treat Tuesday - Gerard Cosmetics Lipstick

Gerard Cosmetics is a company that I've never tried anything from before even though I constantly stalk their instagram page. I love their entire collection and think that it has some gorgeous products that I can't wait to try. 

The reason this is a cheap treat is because I actually picked this up for only £8 including free worldwide postage using the Jaclyn Hill discount code! This shade was actually created by her and was supposed to be a 'Kylie Jenner colour'. I don't agree with this and think its way more brown than what Kylie usually wears but I love it all the same. 

Firstly the finish is matte and I wouldn't usually get anything other than satin but I really, really like this. I don't think its drying on the lips or anything like that and it lasts a fairly long time. As for the colour it's a sort of red/brown shade and is nothing like I currently own and it has no smell which I like! The packaging is gorgeous too- I really love this bullet style for lipsticks and it matches my MAC ones!

As it was being sent from abroad I expected this to take ages however I only waited around 3 days which is amazing! It did come in a padded envelope so I think they could maybe look at other ways to package their items but it got to me in one piece so I cant complain! Overall I think this is a gorgeous lipstick and I can't wait to get a few more bits! 

Paige, x

Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge

After trying a few 'Beauty Blenders' and them not doing too much I thought I would bite the bullet and purchase this Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge. The reason I say bite the bullet is because I personally feel the £5.99 price tag is a little over priced for a sponge.. even though the original Beauty Blender is £16 which I certainly would not pay! 

This sponge claims to create a flawless base and produce high definition results which I really do think it does! I usually apply my foundation with a flat top kabuki or stippling brush and then buff it all into my skin however when I use this (damp) I can clearly see more of a flawless airbrushed finish. I do feel like this soaks up some of my product but not too much. 

I especially love the flat side of the sponge, I found this was perfect for concealer and even setting it with powder. The flat edge teamed with the tip means to can really get to every part of your face such as round your eyes and nose. This means that it also creates a better more precise finish around those areas as a brush cant really produce that effect in small spaces. 

Paige, x