Rimmel 'Stay Matte' Powder Review

After seeing so many different beauty bloggers rave about this powder, I thought it was about time I tried it out. I've been getting bored of the powder I was previously using; it just wasn't working for me anymore and was making my skin look shiny within the hour. 

Because there was an offer on in Superdrug, which I raved about in one of my previous blog posts, I thought that I'd treat myself to some more new make up products. I'm all about trying new things at the moment, I know my student loan won't thank me for it later, but it's always good to treat yourself (at least that's what I keep telling myself). 

So, I picked up some of the Rimmel Stay Matte Powder in the colour 001 Transparent. I love Rimmel powders, it's the only drug store brand I trust because they're so affordable and always so amazing. Also, because I'm quite pale, and go for a natural make up look anyway, I chose the colour transparent because it helps to enhance this feature. Plus, when you add on bronzer and blusher, your skin gets colour anyway so it makes no difference. I always choose transparent because it's that one colour you can never go wrong with. 

I must say, I really do love this powder. It lasts for so long. I've worn it for my 9-5 days at University and my make-up has lasted all day. It's like maximum strength or something, my make-up just doesn't move and there is no sign of shine, which is the best thing. I've also just realised that that rhymed! The powder doesn't clog up pores either, which means no more blocked up skin and no more horrible spots popping up when you really don't want them too. Anyways, here's a random little fact for you, the one thing I love about this powder is the smell. It smells like summer, like sun-cream. I was applying it onto my face the other day and I was thinking "oooh something smells nice, it smells like summer in here" and when push comes to shove, it was actually my powder. I think this is why I like applying it so much, just plainly because of the smell. I know, how weird. 

If you're looking for a cheaper, alternative powder then I would definitely give this one a try. It's only £3.99 in the Rimmel sections of the drug stores which is a bargain if you ask me. Being a student on a budget, I just love products that are absolutely amazing, and work wonders, but don't break the bank. They save my life. 

What's your go-to powder?

Lots of Love,

Meg

xox

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Rimmel London 'The Only 1' Lipstick Review

 

I've never really been a lipstick kind of girl; bold colours drew too much attention to my face, yet nude colours made me look pale. I just couldn't win. But, as I got older, my face became more defined and I started to experiment with different lip colours. My main lip colour to go for is either a berry or a red, these colours suit me the best. My favourite lipstick, and my go-to lipstick for anything, is the Rimmel 107, and, up to now, it's one of the only lipsticks I owned. 

I was browsing through Instagram the other day, and I noticed Rimmel London advertising their new brand of lipsticks. I've been wanting to try out a new colour of lip for quite some time, I wanted to get away from the dark colours, because sometimes they look a bit too bold for just a normal day at Uni or going for a coffee with friends. I've been looking for the perfect nude pink. And now I think I've found it. When I was scrolling through, this one colour took my eye and I knew immediately that I needed to go out and buy it. 

So, I strolled into Superdrug (which has a three for two offer on at the moment), and went straight to the Rimmel section, only to find a variety of colours in this new lipstick. I was literally spoilt for choice. In the end, I chose the shade '200' which is called 'It's A Keeper'. 

This is the perfect natural pink shade. It's the best for the day, if you're just going for a completely natural look but still want something that adds a little bit of a statement to your look. I really prefer the shape of this lipstick, it's much easier to apply and it feels so soft on the lips. This colour is beautiful, and it lasts for ages. It's got a small shimmer too which means it could be worn on a night out if the dark colours just aren't your thing. The lipstick itself makes your lips look very hydrated, healthy and natural which is the perfect look. Another thing I really like about this is the packaging, it looks so classy and it's just a nice size that you can fit in your handbag, it's not too big but not too small either.

Although this lipstick is £6.99, it's well worth the price and I would definitely recommend it. Even if you don't get this colour, definitely get this type of lipstick because it's perfect. I can't rave about it enough. Plus it's best to go out and purchase it now whilst Superdrug have an offer on all the make up. It'd be a nice shade to wear with lip liner too, if you do want a more bold look, but the lipstick on it's own is perfect for a natural look. 

Definitely a five star rating. 

Lots of Love,

Meg

xox

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