MAC Whisper of Gilt Extra Dimension Skinfinish

Whisper of Gilt Extra Dimension Skinfinish - MAC/Selfridges - £21.50

Finally! I've been so excited to get my hands on this gorgeous product from MAC; it's from their newest collection Glamour Daze and is described as a liquid-powder highlighter to sculpt and highlight the face. 

First of all the limited edition packaging. I know it's not such a crazy, noticeable difference but it's shiny (yey) meaning it won't get dirty in my make up bag, and really it just adds a hint of luxury to it. This isn't the only luxury to the product- just look at the embossed 3d design, how gorgeous! Kind of makes me hesitant in using it, I don't want to ruin the design!

I decided to purchase this rather than Superb mainly because it's suited more to my paler skin, it just looks more natural and compliments the ranges of blushes I use, however I do think that this would flatter most skin tones. The colour is a soft gold, champagne or even a peachy nude with a lovely shimmer. It isn't sparkly or too flashy on the skin, despite the highly metallic finish in the pan, it just gives a great sheen and highlight to the face. 

In terms of texture, MAC describe this product to have a liquid-powder effect. I find that it goes on so smoothly onto the skin, it's very soft, almost creamy but in powder form? MAC claims that it wears for ten hours which I think is definitely true to a point, I would personally say around eight hours then very slight fading. 

One negative, and there is only one in my opinion, is that this product can emphasize my pores if layered to create a more dramatic highlight of the skin. However this isn't too much of a problem because I feel I much prefer this as a day time highlighter, using just a very light application which has little to no effect on my pores. Overall I'm pretty much in love with this skinfinish, it'll last forever thanks to the mighty 9g worth of product you get, it completely compliments my skin tone and it just feels and looks so luxurious!

Have you tried any of MAC's Extra Dimension Skinfinishes? What are your thoughts? 

Weekend wishlist #9

1) Crop Pleat Back Shirt - Topshop - £35 
2) Black Zip Back Textured Long Sleeve - New Look - £24.99
3) Premium Tubular Necklace - Topshop - £35
4) Clinique High Impact Mascara - Selfridges - £16
5) Models Own Nail Polish in Utopia - Selfridges - £5

I am finally going to be bringing back the weekend wishlists! What with moving back to Manchester, not having Internet for over a month and, to be honest, my complete lack of motivation I haven't created a wishlist in quite some time. They are something I really enjoy doing, and of course I hope you guys enjoy them too! So here we go!

1) How cute is this shirt? Really though? I am currently struggling to find a reason for me not to purchase this shirt. It is the sweetest pastel shade with unusual back detailing. One negative, however, is the fact that this is a cropped cut- not the biggest fan. Worn with Disco Pants though this would make a lovely outfit. I need to go try this on asap!

2) This winter I'm on the lookout for an oversized wooly knit tee/jumper to save me from the cold! I stumbled across this one from New Look the other day and although it's pretty basic, it's a perfect winter staple.

3) Tubular necklaces are still going strong and this Topshop piece is fantastic! £35 is pretty steep but it's a definite statement item. I am also currently loving the silver/gold clash I've been seeing around, never thought I would say that!

4) I've been using the mini size of this mascara that I received at Bonus Time, post here. Looking back I think I gave this product a bit of an unfair dismissal. I tried it a couple of times and just kind of chucked it in my make up bag and forgot about it. When I ran out of my usual mascara however I began to reach for it more, and recently I don't think I want to try anything else! It's actually great; lengthens, curls, thickens, everything you could ask for in a mascara really. Once I've finished the mini size I'm almost certain I will be purchasing the full size version!

5) This is a product I have been wanting forever but for some reason haven't purchased yet. To be honest, I don't do that much online shopping and there aren't really many places that stock Models Own near me (that I'm aware of!) The places that do stock the brand have a very limited collection. It's a divine light lilac/grey shade and a perfect everyday go to colour. I will get my hands on this one day!

Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder

Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder in Medium - Selfridges / Debenhams - £27

It's not often I make an impulse beauty purchase without reading any reviews or being recommended to try something, which is why immediately after spending nearly £30 on a bronzer I walked out of Selfridges feeling just a little bit anxious. Bobbi Brown is a brand I haven't invested in as much as others which is strange seeing as though earlier this year I fell in love with their gel eyeliner, post here, and now this bronzer. 

I actually set out to purchase Nars' Laguna Bronzer after hearing so much about it, I really wanted it to live up to the hype! However once applied in store it looked as though I had dirt on my face. I looked ill and it just didn't sit right. It really looked horrendous on my skin tone, which is sad to say due to my love of Nars in general!

It was then when I wandered round and stumbled upon the Bobbi Brown counter. I got matched with the shade Medium, which is the second darkest shade out of the five available. When I first saw the colour I worried slightly that I would resemble an absolute idiot who had smothered their face in make up obviously too dark for their skin tone. Once applied however, the colour is an absolute dream and my absolute perfect match! Not dirty or muddy looking, not orange toned at all, just right! It literally gives you an instant summer glow and a healthy look.

It comes in a fantastic compact which opens easily, a large mirror and 8g worth of product. I feel this is quite a lot for something which isn't used in great quantity; it will certainly last me a while! 

With a lovely silky-smooth, matte texture, this bronzer works perfectly for me. It's extremely long wearing; I've been able to wear this throughout the day and into the evening without any need for touch ups. However if touch ups are required the application is yet again smooth, leaving no patchiness or clinging to dry skin. With absolutely no shimmer, this bronzer is 100% matte and natural looking. I feel like it definitely makes a difference to my skin and I feel so much more healthy looking when wearing this. An added bonus is that it doesn't affect my oily t-zone, result!

Honestly I could go on and on about this product. It's the best thing I've purchased in a long time and have no regrets over spending so much on something I didn't originally set out to buy. If you can't tell already, I'd definitely recommend this product to anyone no matter what your skin tone or type. What's your favourite bronzer? Do you enjoy Bobbi Brown products?

Tangle Teezer

Tangle Teezer - Boots - £10.99

Honestly. Where have I been? Why have I only just picked one of these things up? I think it may have been the price, and the fact that if I'm honest, I've never been too bothered about what kind of hairbrush I use. I recently picked a Tangle Teezer up in Boots in a 3 for 2 offer (they tempt me every single time!) and I've literally been using it non stop ever since. Of course I purchased the bright pink one and I've been seeing results from the first time I used it.

Over the past couple of years my hair has really had a growth spurt. After years of intense bleaching, I've calmed down a bit and have tried to give my hair a lot more loving. With long hair though comes knots and plenty of tangling! Previously I would attempt to tackle this whilst inflicting a lot of pain and anger onto my head. The Tangle Teezer however glides through knots with absolute ease, on wet or dry hair. I don't get breakage or damage and it takes a fraction of the time to get rid of a knot thanks to its unique teeth configuration.

Easy to grip and hold, handy to use at home or to chuck in a handbag for use when out and about and overall one of those products you just have to have!

Dark Side of Nude: Topshop Lipstick in Fawn

 Lipstick in Fawn - Topshop - £9

After a month and a half I finally have the Internet in my new place, so happy! Hopefully from now on I'll be able to post a lot more often. I have so much stuff waiting to be reviewed that I picked up in the last month so stay tuned!

I actually purchased this lipstick yesterday and I couldn't wait to blog about it. It's part of Topshop's new collection 'Dark Side of Nude' which is packaged beautifully in a matte black tube which I am so happy about! I can't stand light coloured packaging getting filthy in my bag, so this is a fantastic move by Topshop for me. 

It's £1 more than their core collection lipsticks and one of two in this particular collection. This shade, Fawn, is just amazing! It's a beautiful nude colour with a hint of peach perfect for day to day wear. I only own one other Topshop lipstick (review here) but I find that it applies better than that; more smoothly and with a subtle glossy finish.

I can tell this is going to become a handbag essential and something I reach for quite a lot. What do you think about this shade? Have you tried anything from the Dark Side of Nude collection?

Mac Blot Powder Pressed

Blot Powder Pressed in Medium Dark - Mac - £20

Once my student loan came through last month I hurried straight to Selfridges to pick up this beauty from the Mac counter! I'd read so many reviews from people claiming they'd found their holy grail powder, especially coming from people who have oily t-zones like me (bane of my life). So I was so excited to try this out for myself. I got matched with the shade Medium Dark; when I heard this I burst out laughing. Although it claims to add no noticeable colour, it does in fact add a hint of colour and the names of the shades do not match their actual shades, at all! 

The Blot Powder Pressed contains Silica which absorbs excess oils on the face to keep shine away. It can be used all over to set foundation, kept in your bag for touch ups during the day or night, or my personal favourite way of using it, just a couple of dabs on the chin and nose after a sweep of my every day powder- this means it will last forever and my face stays matte all day long!

It has become a staple product to take on a night out, especially because the compact includes a mirror and a puff which is so handy. When I'm at home though I prefer to use my Real Techniques buffing brush due to the hygiene issue of using the puff, putting it back into the product after it's touched the face etc. Using my buffing brush it really gets into the areas I like to cover and feels like it really sets.

Have you tried any products suited for oily skin? How do you banish shine? Let me know!

Topshop Lipstick in Whimsical

Lipstick in Whimsical - Topshop - £8

I have the Internet!!! (Just for the day) Firstly I would like to apologise for the complete and utter lack of posting over the last month or so, moving into my new house has resulted in no Internet at all, I should hopefully be getting it at the end of this week but who knows. 

Onto the lipstick, which has recently become my handbag essential and go to lipstick. I bought this a few weeks back after months of lusting over it. The pinky, nude, coral shade is to die for and of course the packaging is fun and cute.

Although Topshop say that this lipstick will moisturise and nourish lips, I'd have to say I disagree. I personally have quite chapped lips a lot of the time so I find I have to apply Vaseline before. This doesn't put me off though! It goes on nice and smoothly, has great coverage and a lovely matte finish. It also looks fantastic with lipgloss over the top and is perfect for day or night.

For £8 you can't really go wrong in my opinion. I will definitely be purchasing other shades in the future! Have any of you tried out Topshop's lipsticks? Which shades would you recommend?