Well hello there!
Everyone has their
holy grail/absolute favourite makeup item that they just can’t live without and
I am always super nosy when it comes to knowing what makeup products people are
obsessed with. So I thought it was a good idea to ask a few other bloggers what
their holy grail item is and why.
Nina Louise –
Anastasia Beverley Hills Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette
This palette is an
essential in my collection. It contains 14 beautiful warm neutrals and berry
tones which add a stunning pop of colour. It's definitely the perfect eyeshadow
palette for creating burgundy smokey eye looks. It's mostly a matte palette,
with 11 matte shades and 3 metallic shades. It also comes with a dual-ended
soft blending brush which actually does a fab job. I’m really enjoying using
pinks, reds and oranges at the moment and that’s pretty much exactly what this palette
has to offer! I would definitely recommend this palette to anyone that loves
using warm tones na enjoys creating some neutral looks but also throwing some
pops of colour in there. It’s one of the most pigmented palettes I own, you
merely have to tap the shadows lightly and you’ll have picked up plenty. It’s
super pigmented and creamy and if that’s what you look for then it’s definitely
worth every penny. None of the shades have been patchy and I’m yet to
experience any issues with blending which suggests that the palette was created
with high quality in mind. It's a really versatile palette as it can be used
for daytime and nighttime looks If you're more adventurous with shadows,
however, I would suggest maybe going for the subculture palette. You can read my more detailed review here! Thank you to
Alix for letting me share my thoughts on her fabulous blog.
Views Of Venus – Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette
My Holy Grail makeup item is the Urban Decay Naked 2 palette. It probably seems cliché for a blogger to talk about Urban Decay, but I honestly use this palette every single day without fail. I find it really versatile; the paler colours and golds work well for a standard day at the office, but then there are some great darker colours that are great for a smoky eye look on a night out. Although £39.50 may seem steep, I truly think it’s worth it, for the adaptability if nothing else! It’s great if you team your eyeshadow with a primer and setting spray, to make sure the look lasts for as long as possible!
Her links:
Luci
Barker – W7 Delicious Eyeshadow Palette
My all
time favourite product is the W7 Delicious Eyeshadow Palette. I couldn’t be
without it. It’s the perfect dupe for the Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern
Renaissance Palette and there are lots of different colours to create lots of
different looks. This palette is super versatile as you can create neutral
looks with the orange and brown shades or there are a few pink, berry toned
shadows that would be perfect for the autumn as well as a couple of perfect
transition shades that will bring any look together. There’s even a couple of
shimmery shades, to highlight the brow bone or use to create a halo eye ...
what more could you want?
The pigmentation of the shadows is
what really sells the palette, you can use the smallest amount of product for
even the brightest and boldest of looks, which also means that the shadows will
last ages before hitting pan! I would even go as far to say that the pay off
from these shadows are better than a lot of the high end makeup brands palettes
and for just £9.95 you just can’t beat it. The palette also has a pretty big
mirror which makes it travel friendly and because of all the looks you can
create with just the one palette, you also wouldn’t need to take any other
ones. I really recommend this palette whether you’re on a budget or you just
can’t justify paying over £40 for the ABH one, this will be right up you’re
street!!
Her links:
Blog: www.lucibarker.co.uk
Twitter: twitter.com/LuciBarker_
Instagram: instagram.com/lucibarkerblog
LuLu Loves
I think when it comes to your
personal favourites, every blogger out there has their own selection of holy
grails that they simply couldn’t live without. The type of products that you
always reach for and purchase back to back because you know they are both worth
the money and you can trust them. These products can range from high end to
drug store and something I have found is that you don’t always have to spend a
lot of money to get the ideal beauty product. Sometimes the best ones are found
right under your nose for the cheapest price. Picking my ‘go to’ products was
pretty easy for me. I have a selection of products that I always find myself
repurchasing and I am still on the hunt to find anything better. I still like
to trial and test new products, but if I want an easy guaranteed ‘good makeup
day’ I most definitely reach for these.
Skincare - Charlotte Tilbury
Magic Cream
As a sufferer of dry skin, this
cream works wonders. It does exactly what it says on the tin, it really is
‘magic’. I have never found such a hydrating and nourishing moisturiser that is
thick enough to tackle my skin. Although it is quite pricey, it is definitely
worth every penny.
Face - Too Faced Born This Way
I had been on the hunt for a
new foundation for months when this was recommended to me and I can honestly
say I haven’t looked back since. I finally found a trustworthy foundation that
gives a flawless buildable coverage, doesn't dry my skin out and lasts all
day.
Eyes - L’oreal Ultra Thin
Super-liner
This eyeliner has been a holy grail of mine since 2012. I have
pretty much convinced myself that it is the only reason I can do a winged
eyeliner because anything else I try I just can’t get on with and I end up in a
mess. Super easy to use and doesn’t smudge, what more could you ask for?
Lips - Matte Lipstick
I was definitely part of the
matte lipstick hype and I was obsessed with the look of a matte lip. I tried so
many different brands and this has got to be my absolute favourite. The colour
range is fab, the consistency is perfect and they are so affordable.
Her links:
Blog - www.lululovesblog.co.uk
Twitter - www.twitter.com/LuluLovesxx
Instagram - www.instagram.com/lululovesblog
AlixKate
The makeup item that I cannot live without is concealer, recently I have tried the Urban Decay All Nighter liquid concealer. I have been using it non stop since I tried it because it is so so good for covering up blemishes. I would not be able to wear makeup everyday without this for sure, my skin is really blemish prone so it makes me feel more confident when I have a full coverage concealer on.
Big shout out to all the girls that were involved in this post, I really enjoyed doing something different and I hope you enjoyed reading! Make sure you check out these girls socials as their blogs are amazing!
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