Rimmel Apocalips in Nude Eclipse

With the announcement that new shades are going to be released, I believed it the right time to pop my 2p (not cents, I'm english after all) in. Following on from my need to have more subtle, neutral colours for work this purchase seemed a given as I had never tried a formula such as this before. Rimmel Apocalips promise rich, intense colour and a satin smooth shine. I love this colour on me, however it does look akin to MAC Japanese Maple on these photos ( I promise they aren't the same).
Lasting power is good, they last a few drinks on a night out before topping up, and for normal everyday use they fare well also. For the price tag of £5.99 (or depending which drugstore has an offer on them) there are more than enough reasons to have at least one in your stash..

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Rimmel Match Perfection Foundation

I've wanted a new foundation for a while now so when I saw this on offer I thought why not? The Rimmel Match Perfection foundation, as stated, offers 'traceless coverage foundation' which seems a rather mighty claim, and that it 'lasts all day'. The foundation does have a scent as well, rather sweet, however once on the skin it disappears.

The coverage is medium and the colour is a perfect match for my skin so on that note it works. It covers the redness of my skin and evens the skin tone out. The added bonus of this foundation is that it has SPF 18, something which is very important.
Regarding the claim that is 'lasts all day'... I'm going to say no (suprisingly). It does last about 8 hours on my normal skin (that is with powder).

I would recommend this foundation for those on a budget, it does live up to the claim of matching the skin and looking traceless. And for it's price.. well it is cheaper than a few drinks at the pub and it's a lot better for you! Buy it here for £6.99 (currently on offer for £4.99).

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Beauty Wishlist #1

1. Undress Me Two palette - MUA Cosmetics - £4.00
This is on my wishlist as it's more trying to find it in store rather than not having the funds. The colours in this palette are perfect for day, night and the transition look. And of course the obvious dupeness about it.
2. Apocalips Nude Eclipse - Rimmel - £5.99
I do not own a nude lipstick as I've been scared of the whole 'concealer lips' look. Plus I want to try the formula of these so I'd rather get a colour I don't have. Plus if I love it it is a BRILLIANT excuse to buy more.
3. Telescopic Clean Definition Mascara - L'Oreal - £.10.99
I've heard brilliant things about this mascara and I do want a new one. I will buy this one day (when I have used up the many many MANY mascaras I have on the go currently).
4. The Porefessional - Benefit - £23.50
A very pricey product indeed. I've just finished up Rimmels primer and am looking for the next best thing. Plus the benefit (ha, see what I did there?) of covering pores appeals to me and my rather obvious nose.
5. Fit Me Foundation - Maybelline - £7.99
I need a new foundation as I only have my YSL Touche Eclat which I cannot afford to keep replacing. I like to change it up every now and then so another foundation is needed. I may invest in the concealer and powder at a later date?

All I need is 3for2 at Boots/Superdrug then I'm sure a few of these will be added to my collection! Do you agree with any of these? Or have these not worked for you and I should spend my money on something else?

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Rimmel Kate Lasting Finish Lipstick shade 1 & 19

Every once in a while there is a product that you consider buying but don't, then everytime you see it you do the same until you take the plunge. My product is the Rimmel Kate Lasting finish lipsticks. I've wanted a 'proper' bright red lip for ages, but was scared that it wouldn't suit, but whilst in Boots saw that the newer spring collection is out bringing new shades, and as there was a deal on I thought I'd take the plunge:

I chose shade '1', the classic red shade from the older collection and shade '19' from the newer collection, a dark musty pink shade. The packaging I think is sleek, semi matte black with either a red or pink signature depending on the collection you bought it from. I like it, no dirt has yet to cling to them!
The lipstick is very pigmented and wears about 2-3 hours without drinking and eating, pretty average for a lipstick, and it is not too drying either.
One problem is the smell. Yes, its fragranced. When you first apply it you can smell it quite badly, but it does go away sharpish so if you really dislike fragranced lipsticks these aren't for you!
Also with the shade '1' I experienced a lot of bleeding of the lip, nothing a lip liner can't sort!
 
Overall i would recommend these as for the price the pigmentation is fantastic and the packaging sleek. Plus they are £5.49 each or two for £7 at Boots.

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