I rarely post hauls on my blog but I was too excited about these recent purchases. I had been looking for all of these products for ages! The L'Oreal Magic BB Cream is widely available, but the Medium shade was frequently sold out. The popular Rimmel ScandalEyes have been out for a while, but this weekend was the first time I ever saw them at my local drugstores. Finally, I had been looking for an affordable BeautyBlender type sponge for a long time. I just want to see what it's like and whether or not it will sway me away from my beloved Real Techniques Buffing Brush.
01. Rimmel ScandalEyes Eye Shadow Stick in 008 Blackmail: Like I mentioned once before, the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Black Bean is always sold out where I live. I think they simply don't restock. Anyways, I grabbed this because it seems like a comparable product. I want to use it as a base for really dark smoky eyes.
02. Rimmel ScandalEyes Kohl Pencils in 005 Nude and 008 Light Blue: Since I was never able to find Nude I ended up purchasing MAC's Chromagraphic Pencil in nc15/nw20. I'm glad I own both because now I can compare the two. I also wanted Taupe but it was sold out (of course). I picked up Light Blue because it's a really unique color and I can't wait to create pastel eye looks with it.
03. Maybelline Color Whisper in A Plum Prospect: I'm really late on the Color Whisper bandwagon. I just wasn't sure I needed any more balm-like lipsticks. I adore the packaging and the color seems very pretty. However, I was horrified when I got home and removed the cap. It seems like someone swatched it at the store and then left it there. Gross! I usually check products before purchasing them but I must have been distracted. I don't understand why some drugstore brands don't seal their products!
04. L'Oreal Magic BB Cream in Medium: I bought this because the packaging is beautiful and I've always wanted to try a BB Cream. Although I've read online that this isn't really a BB Cream, more like a tinted moisturizer. If any of you have tried it please tell me if you like it.
05. Cynthia Rowley Precision Blending Sponge: I found this gem at Marshall's for only $5! That's a great deal considering the original BeautyBlender costs around $20. There were tons of colors to choose from at the store. I regret not picking up a green one as well.
Did any of you pick up any beauty items over the weekend? Have a nice week!
Did any of you pick up any beauty items over the weekend? Have a nice week!
I really want to try a blending sponge! I've never thought to use anything but brushes for my make up routine but I am always looking to extend my collection. I really need the nude eyeliner is it really good? xx
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I tried it yesterday and I liked it. It's not super long lasting on the waterline (which is strange because it was so difficult to remove the arm swatch) but it's quite nice and creamy xx
DeleteGreat buys :) I picked up the new Loreal caresse shines this weekend in the shade 'lolita' and I LOVE it, I will ahve to get more x
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Those are also on my "to try" list ;)
DeleteThat light blue eye liner looks really unique! I have that nude liner but sadly it is too dark for my skintone and it makes my waterline look vaguely orange! It will probably suit your skintone better :)
ReplyDeleteI see what you mean. Compared to my MAC Chromagraphic nude pencil, the Rimmel one is more peach. It definitely seems more suitable for warm undertones xx
DeleteWhisper looks pretty, I dont know if I'll ever be able to pull of a colour like that but I adore it's casing!
ReplyDeleteI want to try out Rimmel blackmail shadow base along with a couple of other Rimmel eye liners and mascaras. Great deal on that beauty blender! + its packaging is so cute!
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I really want to try the nude & black Scandaleyes kohl pencils, they seem really good! Lovely haul xx
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Hmmmm, I've always wanted to try the Scandaleyes eyeliners! The ones that I'm looking for always seem to be sold out as well, haha. Just have to find my lucky day!
ReplyDeleteHaha, they're like a hot makeup item xx
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That stinks about the Whisper lipstick. I suggest returning it and finding a new one because the color is beautiful!
ReplyDeletenah, didn't pick up any beauty related items this weekend. and also I have a no buy that I intend to make it work.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to try a blending sponge some day, I don't know whether they'd be better than my brushes though! I love the plum lipstick too, such a gorgeous shade. xo
ReplyDeleteOMG! I wanted the Rimmel Scandal Eyes liner in Nude but when picking the items at Ulta (you know how that went LOL) I removed it because it couldn't be shipped by air (I mean, really? a little pencil can't be shipped by air?!?! LOL) Anyway, hope it is as amazing as everyone else seems to think it is. Enjoy it all Coco! xx
ReplyDeleteWhat?! That's so silly. An eyeliner?! I understand a foundation but an eyeliner! :/
DeleteI love love LOVE the Loreal BB Cream! I haven't tried the Maybelline one but it definitely beats Revlon Photoready BB Cream out of the water. It wears well throughout the day and looks natural.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for the Rimmel eyeliner reviews, heard fantastic things about them!
I used it today and I'm impressed! I still need to test it out more before I review it but so far I like it xx
DeleteI've been waiting to hear about these beauty blenders for a while, you'll have to let me know if you like it & I may pick one up!
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Oh no, I'm sorry that someone swatched your lipstick!!! Yuck, people can really be ignorant. I can't wait to see your reviews on these products :)
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Oooh, I'm so sorry about the Whisper lippie! At my drugstore they seal things up but people still unwrap them and swatch! I'd love to know how you like the blending sponge. Cause I've heard dupes are cheaper but they're not as good as the real things!
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I'd love to see a review on the blending sponge! I'm tempted to buy one from amazon so it would be great to see if its worth it!Xx
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That color whisper looks beautiful!
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The pale blue eyeliner looks gorgeous, didn't realise they did one in that colour. It's now on my wishlist though!
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Me neither. I was pleasantly surprised when I saw it at the store xx
Deletelove the rimmel bits :D
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I need to get my hands on those Rimmel liners!
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Amazing products - I've been loving Scandal Eyes products and I've had my eye on the Whisper lipsticks!
ReplyDeleteI love the look of the blue scandal eyes liner! I have nude and adore it :) xx
ReplyDeleteGreat haul! I'm sorry about the lipstick, definitely return it for a new one.
ReplyDeleteOh you should do hauls more often :p would love to know what kind of things you like to buy (not in a stalker weirdo way haha!) I think the Rimmel version of the NYX JEP are better quality than NYX from what I've read so I'd love to know if they are texture/longevity wise :)
ReplyDeleteThe baby blue scandaleyes looks gorgeous for spring! xx
Hahaha! I feel the same. I like seeing what people buy, it's like getting to know them. I'm glad it's better than the NYX pencil :) Haven't tried it yet x
DeleteOh, amazing haul!
ReplyDeleteI have the nude Scandeleyes eyeliner and I LOVE it! The blue one looks amazing too!
ReplyDeleteThat's the BEST BB cream ever!! It's really light, and covers really well. At first it may look a bit greyish but give it a minute and it's perfect.
ReplyDeleteSo far I like it a lot! :)
DeleteI am loving your blog at the moment! I love the purple design but also how clean it is. I also love the grading system of your reviews- such a great idea. I also love your all bout nude lipsticks post :) xxx
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Thank you so much! That means a lot :)
Deletelovely haul, im desperate to try those rimmel liners! i've been seeing them around and they look amazing x
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Nice haul. I need to get some color whisper. I purchase the Rimmel Kohl in Taupe the other day and IDK why but that color did not work for me. Didn't feel as creamy and smooth as Nude.
ReplyDeleteAw, I hate when products aren't consistent x
Deleteoh the lipstick looks so lovely!! so bad someone swatched it rrrrr!! gross indeed! did you change it ?? that happened to me once and I had to go back to the store, they didn't want it to change it first ( I suppose the thought it was me hahahaha) but they did at the end heheh :D
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I haven't gone back to exchange it, I've been lazy. :/ Worst case I'll spray it with alcohol to disinfect it. Yeah, sadly a lot of time employees give you attitude when returning products xx
Deleteyour make up looks great!
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Love everything you got! I really want to try the scandaleyes by rimmel but I don't think we have them here in the US. xx
ReplyDeleteThey're available in the US but in very limited locations which is why I had a hard time finding them xx
DeleteYou got great stuff
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