I used to avoid cheap make up, linking it with low quality - But over time I'm coming to realise that this is not always the case. I picked this shade of Natural Collection lipstick up in Boots, thinking it was a faultless colour and worth a go.
On application, I found it moisturising and creamy, with no real need to exfoliate the lips and apply lip balm prior - A step that is rarely skipped by myself, thanks to the driest lips in the land. It does need reapplying sooner than with higher end lipsticks, but I don't mind this one bit, as its £2 and a definite daytime lipstick for me!
Applied, the shade shows up quite light on me, but in a warm, natural way. I've never been able to pull off light shades such as Mac's Viva Glam Gaga and Creme Cup, so this is a perfect step into a lighter shade than my natural lip colour without looking fake and a little bit odd.
On application, I found it moisturising and creamy, with no real need to exfoliate the lips and apply lip balm prior - A step that is rarely skipped by myself, thanks to the driest lips in the land. It does need reapplying sooner than with higher end lipsticks, but I don't mind this one bit, as its £2 and a definite daytime lipstick for me!
Applied, the shade shows up quite light on me, but in a warm, natural way. I've never been able to pull off light shades such as Mac's Viva Glam Gaga and Creme Cup, so this is a perfect step into a lighter shade than my natural lip colour without looking fake and a little bit odd.
What 'cheap' make-up bits (especially lipsticks) do you love?
S xx
This is really pretty! I love ELF's cheap products, have found a couple really good products from them!
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I love Natural collection, this is one of my favourite lipsticks! Their blushes are worth a try too x
ReplyDeleteWhat a bargain! And such a lovely colour on you :)
ReplyDeleteI love Collection 2000 (now just Collection) products, especially their eyeshadows and blushers. I tend to go for pricier products on things that i wear everyday (like foundations and whatnot) but other than that i have no problem with cheaper brands. Will be sure to check out Natural Collection :)
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Oooh that is such a lovely shade, it really suits you too. Gorgeous with your blonde hair! :D
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I've heard a few good things about this brand, gonna have to give it a go next time I'm in boots!
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Great find! Sometimes cheaper brands can shock ya, I've found that a few times as well!
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I have a Natural Collection lipstick in rosebud and it's a really lovely colour! It really surprised me too as they're so cheap :)
ReplyDeleteI went to Roys once and found a huge bucket of sale items, most of which were from the brand W7. I bought a concealer and it was amazing. It was creamy, stayed put, and covered up under-eye circles really well. Sadly I've used it all up now but if I ever see it again I wouldn't hesitate to buy it!
i love collection2000 for oretty much everything and have used it for years! I've found avon lipsticks are pretty good cheapies too!
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http://avonshop.co.uk/product/make-up/lips/avon-ultra-colour-rich-mega-impact-lipstick.html
in 'personified plum' at the moment for going out, and one that they dont seem to be doing anymore in a nice slighty shimmery terracotta colour.(i only really bought it because it was £1.85 and the stick was heart shaped lol)i think it was maybe something they just did for xmassy time XX
I have this and love it, such a shame we don't have this brand here!
ReplyDeleteOmg I've had this for a while and love it - it's such a perfect pink! Looks amazing on you x
ReplyDeleteThat's such a cute colour, really suits you sweetie. I love collection 2000 eyeliner, I have tried so many and always come back to it x
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