KEVYN AUCOIN THE CURLING MASCARA RICH PITCH BLACK

I am a mascara fiend and if I was ever asked to choose the one item that I would never leave the house without, it would be just that - mascara. New to my collection from Kevyn Aucoin is The Curling Mascara.

When it comes to choosing a mascara, I am quite picky about the formula and the wand. I am lucky that I have fairly long eyelashes but because I am short-sighted, I also wear glasses, so I want a product that I can wear without weighing down my lashes and without smudging with my glasses wearing. So an overly wet formula is a definite no on both counts as I don't want to feel as though my lashes are going to stick to my glasses or feel as though they are being dragged down.  As well as the formula, the wand is also important too, I am not a huge fan of thick wands or brushes which are too densely packed with bristles, it has to be somewhere between the two.  So I don't think my demands are too much to ask for!

This Curling Mascara from Kevyn Aucoin, which is packaged beautifully in a purple ombre sleek tube, is described as being the perfect everyday mascara and it is one whose formula boasts an innovative protein base which coats and 'shrink wraps' each and every eyelash for a thick, curled finish that lasts - the word shrink wraps is exactly why I bought it, what a fabulous description that is!  

This is a formula I really do like, despite still working from home, I have had the joy of attending blog events online via Zoom, so have made the effort to not look as though I have just got out of bed!  The formula as I was saying is not overly wet, it does coat the lashes without making them stick together and look clumpy and thankfully it is also buildable.

The brush and wand for this mascara fits nicely into the not too thick or too thin category and whilst it is easy to hold and work through the lashes, the bristles allow for just enough formula to be collected and then applied to the lashes, all without over-coating.  

For me, this formula is smudge-resistant and it doesn't clump or flake. What I have found that once applied it dries really quickly but is really easy to remove using an eye makeup remover.  I adore the rich black colour which is incredibly flattering and I really like how it leaves my lashes feeling - which is not as though they are going to snap off at any given moment.

This is one of the best mascaras I have used for a very long time and at £22 it is worth every single penny.  You can find this Kevyn Aucoin The Curling Mascara right here*.

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NO7 THE WIZARD OF OZ – 12 DAYS IN EMERALD CITY 2020

If you have been to your local Boots store, it might not have escaped your notice that No7 has a Wizard of Oz theme amongst their Christmas gifts and with it comes a surprise Advent Calendar, which if you didn’t get your hands on the Original No7 Advent Calendar, might just tempt you!

The 12 Days In Emerald City Advent Calendar opens up to a pop-up Emerald City skyline and anyone, who like me just adored the film will recognise it immediately.

The contents inside are designed to take you on a journey which has been inspired by some of the most iconic characters, scenes and moments from the movie.

CONTENTS

• No7 Lipstick in DOROTHY Red
• No7 Lip Liner in RUBY SLIPPERS Red
• No7 Lip Glaze in MUNCHKIN Pink
• No7 Lip Glaze in RUBY SLIPPERS Red
• No7 Eye Liner in Cyclone Black
• Cosmetics Sponge RUBY SLIPPERS Red
• No7 RUBY SLIPPERS 4 Pan Eyeshadow Palette Mini (Shade WIZARD of OZ, RUBY SLIPPER, GLINDA Shimmer and Rust)
• No7 YELLOW BRICK ROAD Mini Highlighter Palette
• No7 Limited Edition Double Ended Eye Shadow Brush
• No7 Highlighter Brush
• No7 Gold Eye Shadow Pot in Cowardly Lion 2.4g
• No7 TIN MAN Silver Mirror

This Advent goes on sale on 30th October and will be priced at £40 right here*.

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.

Inika Beauty Advent Calendar 2020

Indulge yourself with 12 days of INIKA Organic skincare and makeup favourites with this Advent Calendar*. Using 100% natural ingredients, INIKA Organic state that they create beautiful vegan and cruelty-free cosmetics which work to perfect and enhance your complexion.

Having created a 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar, inside it opens out to feature 12 drawers all of which are filled with INIKA’s Organic skincare and makeup favourites. Inside you can expect to find some of the brands best known products which include the Loose Mineral Blush and Phytofuse Renew Camellia Oil Cleanser.

CONTENTS

• Loose Mineral Eye Shadow in Coco Motion 1.2g
• Mini Long Lash Mascara in Black 4ml
• Travel size Blush Brush
• Certified Organic Lipstick in Soft Coral 4.2g
• Loose Mineral Blush in Blooming Nude 3g
• Certified Organic Pure Primer 4 ml
• Mini Loose Mineral Mattifying Powder 0.7g
• Certified Organic Eye Pencil in Black Caviar 1.2g
• Certified Organic Lip & Cheek Cream 2g
• Phytofuse Renew™ Avocado Hand Cream 30ml
• Phytofuse Renew™ Camellia Oil Cleanser 30ml
• Phytofuse Renew™ Maca Root Day Cream 15ml

Priced at £120, this advent calendar is a great way to get to know a brand who have vegan and cruelty-free cosmetics, especially if you are looking to make the switch.  It is available right now via Feelunique*.

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.

GIORGIO ARMANI BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDAR 2020

For the fans of luxury beauty, Giorgio Armani have the most decadent of Advent Calendars which really showcases some of the best they have to offer.

Looking fabulous in red with gold lettering, the calendar opens up to reveal with 24 drawers of treats and within those you will find six full sized products and 17 miniature products, of those you can expect to find a selection of skincare, makeup and fragrances.

This calendar is on sale now now at Selfridges and is priced at £249 here*.  If you don't wish to know what is inside this Advent, then don't scroll down any further, because all of the contents are listed.

Contents

• Lip Maestro #405 6.6m - fullsize
• Lip Maestro #102 6.6ml - fullsize
• Eyes to Kill Stellar #2 - fullsize
• Eye Tint Silk #8 - fullsize
• Eyes to Kill Designer Eyeliner #1 - fullsize
• Eccentrico Mascara Black - fullsize
• Armani Beauty compact mirror
• My Way EDP 7ml,
• Si Classic EDP 7ml,
• Si Passione EDP 7ml,
• Si Passione Intense 7ml,
• Si Fiori EDT 7ml,
• Armani Code EDT 4ml,
• Acqua Di Gioia EDP 5ml,
• Aqua Di Gio EDT 5ml,
• Stronger With You EDT 7ml,
• Eyes To Kill Classico 2ml,
• Ecstasy Lacquer #400 1.5ml,
• Rouge D’Armani #201 14g,
• Rouge D’Armani #400 14g,
• Lip Maestro #400 1.5ml,
• Lip Maestro #501 1.5ml,
• Crema Nera Eye Cream 5g,
• Perfection Eye Make-up Remover 40ml

For anyone who has wanted to try some of the products Armani has to offer aside from fragrances, then an Advent Calendar is definitely a good way to do that.  

On sale now via Selfridges*.