Buxom Cosmetics Review

Hey Honeys! Long time no see, am I right? I've been taking a break from blogging lately due to a lack of time, and have been focusing on my Instagram account instead. Today, however, I decided it was time to blow the dust off of this site again and type a post up. ESPECIALLY when something as important as Buxom Cosmetics Launching in the UK happens. Is no one else in shock?!

The Balm 'Appétit' Palette Review and Swatches

Hey Honeys! I'm really excited for today's post, as it's a review on a product I've been wanting to try out for a while now. A couple of weeks ago, The Balm released their new 'The Balm Appétit' palette, 

and it's adorable. As it's The Balm, the whole palette is full of puns and plays on words - even the title, which you hopefully didn't miss! - and a whole tonne of different shades to create the look you desire, day or night. If you're at all interested in the many attributes of this handy little item, then please read on!

As you can see, the message 'EAT UR <3 OUT' has been put over the shades. Not only does this add a really cute touch to the already perfect packaging, but it's extremely handy. When flipped back to reveal the full pans, the cardboard (which is magnetic, by the way) provides a base for the palette to stand on, so you won't have to hold it whilst applying the shadows. Nice!

(The palette sits up on its own to make life a little easier!)

(A close up of the eyeshadow pans, unfortunately after I swatched them, so they're a little messy. I just wanted you to take a moment to appreciate the shade names.)

Now for the part you're probably waiting for: swatches and my honest review of the shades. I have to say, I can see this palette becoming a new favourite of mine! The matte shadows blend out so effortlessly on the lid, and the pigmentation is perfect. It's not so intense that you'll have to tap a tonne of product off of your brush, but it doesn't take building up layer upon layer to get colour payoff. The satin shades are where this palette really comes into it's own though. They're extremely buttery and smooth, and there is no chunky glitter - which is something a lot of shadows contain and I really dislike. The shade Tate R. Tots is stunning, as you can see in my swatch. It took no time at all to build up any of these shades, I'd say I applied one to two layers for each.
The only shade I'm not sure about is Chris P. Bacon. The actual colour is beautiful and the pigmentation and formula are just as perfect as the other shades, but a bright copper doesn't seem to fit in with the rest of the cool, pink-toned neutrals. The shades seem to match up so much better without that colour, I feel like Chris just doesn't fit in with the other guys. However, if you own as many eyeshadows as I do, then you'll of course find the perfect combination to use this shade in; I just don't think it belongs to this palette. The pink shades clash with it, and the smokier ones look a little halloween costume-like when paired with an orange that bright.
The Balm are one of those companies with a price range between high end and drugstore; you can find them in Superdrug and you can find them in Debenhams. However, despite the price tag that some may understandably find a little steep, I would recommend this palette.

Apart from my disappointment with Mr Bacon, I'm really impressed with this palette and I can't wait to get using it more! I'm planning on going away soon, and the cardboard packaging, assortment of shades and small size make this my perfect travel buddy. I hope you enjoyed reading this review, and that you love this palette as much as I do. Let me know if you've tried it!
Speak soon,

Eve xo

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How Much Does my Face Cost?

Hey honeys! As always, I've been MIA on here but I do have an excuse - it's exam season. Even though I leave everything until last minute, I've still had a lot of homework and unfortunately blogging has fallen to the bottom of my priority list. If you follow my Instagram then you'll know that I do update on there a lot more often (and I recently reached 1K! Enter my giveaway here, it features a few of the products in this post), so I'm not entirely falling behind! Anyway, a tag that I've taken a lot of interest in lately is the 'How Much Does my Face Cost?' tag. I was so pleased to see one of my lovely followers Maecee do this on YouTube (watch here), and tag everyone who wanted to take part. Therefore, I have an excuse to do my own! Hopefully she allows me to change it slightly from a video to a blogpost. As usual, I tag anyone else who is interested.

So, basically this tag is adding up the cost of each makeup item on your face. I'm wearing my simple, every day make up at the moment, so we'll just go with that one!

Morphe 35N palette - Review and Swatches

Hey Honeys, today my Morphe palette that I ordered arrived. I wanted to get free shipping to the UK, but the only website I could find had a limited amount of palettes, and my favourite one that they had in stock was the 35N. It's entirely matte - which should be better for my hooded eyes any way - and although I would like to try a few satin and foil shadows, I have to say I love the range of colours. I'll be able to get loads of looks out of this palette!
As I was looking online before my package arrived I realised that not many people have swatched or reviewed this palette, so I was struggling to see if the colours were any good. This is why I chose to do it for you all today!