Saturday 9 June 2012

State Side Swap - part 1

Few weeks ago, the lovely Betzy - from Betzy's Makeup - asked me if I'd fancy a swap with her... so, I jumped at the chance of getting some goodies from the USA.
My parcel arrived few days ago and ever since I haven't stopped playing with my new make-up.
(I'm gonna split the Haul into 2 posts as it's very picture heavy, sorry!)

First of all, the box: Betzy used a BirchBox to send me all the items and I'm sooo gonna keep it!!! :)
I'm, also, loving the floral tape - too cute!


Ta-Da!!!
I asked for brands that I can't find in Uk or items that are yet to be released in Uk (see Revlon Chubby Stick - exciting!!!) - and luckily, loving everything so far.

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in 001 Honey
This is the one that I was - mostly - looking forward to try out!
I adore the Clinique Chubby Sticks and these look like exact dupes but cheaper... these really just came out in the States and it's really hard to find swatches online so I just picked the colour which looked most unusual but still wearable. 
The gamble paid off because I'm so pleased with my choice; I'm not really sure how to describe this colour so I'll just let the swatch do the talk. ;)
Believe me, It's so so pretty!




Maybelline Bouncy Dream Bouncy Blush in 60 Coffee Cake
I, actually, like the bouncy consistency - although you end up wasting product. I think it's easy to work with and easily build-able.
I picked this colour because I have too many pink blushes already - It's, actually, less orange than in the picture and very flattering on the skin.




Wet n Wild ColorIcon Eyeshadow Trio in Knock On Wood
I saw so many youtube videos where people rave about these eyeshadows... I chose this trio because pink and purple are my most used eye colours.
These are lovely - very buttery and a joy to work with. They have a great pigment payoff (even the lighter shade) and blend very well. I'd, definitely, love to try some more of these.



Wet n Wild ColorIcon Blusher in Pearlescent Pink
Probably, my least favourite of the lot; as I said above, I have loads of pink blushes already so nothing particularly exciting about this product.
Still, lovely quality powder and I will, definitely, use it - safe blush choice!



Wet n Wild Wild Shine Nail Color in Burgundy Frost
Another WnW item - hehe :)
Pretty, deep red shade with a bit of shimmer in it - can't go wrong with a red manicure and this colour will work well for a pedicure, too.
It lasted well for 4 days straight and dried super fast. I think, for the price, you get a good deal here.



... part 2 to follow...

10 comments:

  1. I am glad you love everything! I know why i forgot the silent treatment i ddnt write it down:( But i will get it today or tmrw just so i dont forget again:)

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  2. Hehe ;) absolutely, I love everything!! Xx

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  3. Looks like a great swap. Very keen to try the Revlon Just Bitten crayons when the are eventually released here in Oz.

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    1. I know, I was looking forward to the crayon too... It hasn't been released in uk either...

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  4. The pigmentation on those wet and wild eye shadows looks insane! Amazing.
    The Revlon Just Bitten looks like a beautiful colour as well.
    xo

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    1. I was soooo pressed with the eyeshadows too... They're so soft! X

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  5. Lovely! Looking forward for when the Revlon chubby sticks are released x

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    1. I, definitely, want more of them!! :)

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  6. wow what an amazing swap! I'm mega jealous of the Revlon chubby stick dupe x

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    1. Hehe, I'm so pleased with everything... The chubby sticks taste of mint, too. :) x

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