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DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Review

January 6, 2026 - 10:54 am | January 6, 2026 face, makeup

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Personalised beauty is having a real moment, and DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster is one of the most interesting launches I’ve tried recently. It’s a sheer, glow-enhancing skin tint that’s custom-matched to your exact skin tone using a face scan, and the result is impressively seamless.

If you like the idea of glowing skin that still looks like your skin (not shimmered, glittery or overly perfected), this is definitely one to know about.

What Is DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster?

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster is a customised sheer skin tint designed to blur, smooth and add radiance while matching your exact skin tone.

You scan your face in good natural light, DCYPHER creates your bespoke shade, and the product is then made specifically for you. There’s also a match guarantee, which takes away a lot of the risk that usually comes with complexion products.

It’s designed to be worn in multiple ways:

Alone for a no-makeup glow
As a radiant primer
Mixed with foundation for added luminosity

Key Ingredients

Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) – hydrates and plumps

Glycerin – helps lock in moisture and maintain comfort

Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract & Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract – help create a smoothing, second-skin effect for soft focus blur

My Review of DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster

This is a new addition to the DCYPHER portfolio, so I was keen to try it. Their core product is a full foundation that you can choose both the finish and level of coverage, plus have it tailored to your skin type.

Texture & Finish on the Skin

The texture is one of my favourite things about this product.

It has a beautifully light, hydrating feel that spreads effortlessly over the skin. It doesn’t feel heavy, greasy or silicone-y. Instead, it melts in quickly and leaves the skin feeling comfortable and fresh.

The finish is:

Sheer but beautifying
Softly radiant rather than shimmery
Gently blurring, especially around pores and texture
Very natural and skin-like

This is glow that looks like healthy skin, not makeup sitting on top.

Coverage: Sheer but Effective

Coverage is very sheer, but it still makes a visible difference.

It subtly:

Evens out the complexion
Takes down redness
Adds brightness and life to the skin

This is not about covering everything, it’s about improving how skin looks overall. Perfect for days when you want your skin to look better, but not “made up”.

The Custom Colour Match: Does It Work?

Yes, and surprisingly well.

The scanning process is quick and easy, and the resulting shade match is excellent. Because it’s a sheer tint, it’s also very forgiving, but the fact that it’s custom-made means:

No orange or grey undertones
No obvious mismatch at the jawline
No need to guess your shade

And if it’s not quite right, DCYPHER will adjust it free of charge.

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Before & After

This is one of those products where the improvement is subtle rather than transformative. It doesn’t mask skin, it quietly improves how it looks. These before and after images show the kind of soft-focus smoothing and healthy radiance you get with a single layer applied all over the face.

This isn’t a product designed to dramatically cover or correct. The appeal is how natural it looks and how skin still looks like skin, just fresher, more even and softly luminous.

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Application Video

This short application video shows how easily DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster blends into the skin. I’m applying a single layer all over the face to show the sheer coverage, subtle glow and skin-like finish in natural light.

If you are looking for a skin tint with SPF added, check out Best Tinted Sunscreens 2025 for Glowy, Protected Skin | SPF Skin Tints Round-Up.

DCYPHER vs Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

This is a very natural comparison, and having used both, here’s how I’d describe the difference:

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster

More natural-looking
Less shimmer
More skin-like
Fully custom shade match

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

More reflective and glowy
Visible shimmer
Fixed shade range

If you love the idea of Flawless Filter but sometimes find it a bit too shiny or not quite your shade, DCYPHER is a brilliant alternative.

How to Use DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster

This is one of those beautifully versatile products that works in multiple routines.

1. For No-Makeup Makeup Days

Apply it all over like a light base. It evens, brightens and adds glow without looking like foundation.

2. As a Radiant Primer

Use it under your regular foundation to add a subtle lit-from-within effect.

3. Mixed with Foundation

Mix a small amount into your foundation to sheer it out or add radiance.

4. My Favourite Way

Use it all over the face, then add:

Concealer where needed
A more full-coverage foundation only in targeted areas

This gives the most natural, skin-first result.

Who Will Love This?

You’ll really enjoy DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster if you:

Love natural, skin-like makeup
Want glow without obvious shimmer
Struggle to find good shade matches
Like multi-use complexion products
Want something easy and foolproof

If you prefer full coverage or very matte finishes, this may feel too subtle — but as a glow base, it’s excellent.

Final Thoughts

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster is a genuinely clever complexion product. The custom shade element works beautifully, the texture is light and hydrating, and the finish is one of the most natural glows I’ve seen.

It’s effortless, flexible and very wearable, the kind of product that quietly earns its place in your routine because it just makes skin look better with minimal effort.

If you’re looking for an easy skin tint, a glow booster that doesn’t shout, or a more natural alternative to Hollywood Flawless Filter, this is well worth trying.

Where to buy it

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster is £29 and mixed to match your skin tone via the link below:

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Review & Swatches

December 12, 2025 - 11:04 am | December 12, 2025 face, makeup

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Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Review & Swatches

If you’re on the hunt for a foundation that feels like skincare and wears really well, the Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation may be just what you are looking for. Created by Carisa Janes, the visionary founder who originally launched Hourglass Cosmetics, Outside-In brings the same luxury-meets-innovation approach to a brand focused on innovative, skin-friendly formulations.

The Silk Serum Foundation promises a “serum-meets-makeup” experience: a weightless, silky texture that blurs imperfections while letting your natural skin shine through. With Carisa’s experience in creating cult-favourite foundations and beauty products, expectations are high, and this foundation delivers a skin-first, luxurious base that feels almost invisible on the skin.

In this post, I’ll break down the texture, finish, ingredients, and wear of the Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation, and also compare it to Victoria Beckham The Foundation Drops, so you can see how it stacks up against other high-profile, luxury foundations.

If you are shopping for last minute gifts and want to make big value savings, read: This Last-Minute Christmas Gift Guide.

What is Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation?

The Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation is a hybrid between skincare and makeup. It’s formulated as a lightweight serum base with complexion-evening pigments suspended in a soft, silky texture. The brand uses “Self-Setting Light Technology,” where light-diffusing powders are suspended in the liquid serum base, giving a soft-focus, skin-like finish rather than a heavy, mask-like look.

Key points:

Vegan, cruelty-free, hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, fragrance-free
Formulated to be suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin
Combines lightweight coverage with skin-friendly actives

In short, this isn’t a heavy coverage foundation. It’s designed for skin-like, breathable, and glowy coverage ideal for everyday wear or natural makeup looks.

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Shades & Swatches

There are 25 shades in the collection and I have two of them to show you.

Silk Serum Foundation — Shade List & Undertone Descriptions

020 – Fair Warm / Golden — Very light with warm golden undertones
040 – Fair Cool / Rosy — Very light with cool, rosy undertones
060 – Fair Neutral / Peach — Very light with balanced neutral-peach undertones
080 – Fair Warm / Golden — Similar to 020 with warm golden tones
110 – Light Cool / Cool — Light shade with cool undertones
120 – Light Neutral / Neutral — Light shade with neutral undertones
140 – Light Warm / Golden Olive — Light with warm golden-olive undertones
160 – Light Warm / Golden — Light with warm golden undertones
180 – Light Neutral / Peach — Light with peach neutral undertones
220 – Light Medium Neutral / Soft Peach — Light medium with soft peach undertones
240 – Light Medium Warm / Golden — Light medium with warm golden undertones
260 – Light Medium Warm / Rosy Peach — Light medium with rosy peach undertones
280 – Light Medium Cool / Medium Cool — Light medium with cool undertones
320 – Medium Neutral / Neutral — Medium with neutral undertones
340 – Medium Warm / Olive — Medium with warm olive undertones
360 – Medium Neutral / Peach — Medium with peachy neutral undertones
380 – Medium Warm / Golden — Medium with warm golden undertones
420 – Medium Deep Warm / Golden — Medium-deep with warm golden undertones
440 – Medium Deep Neutral / Olive — Medium-deep with neutral olive undertones
460 – Medium Deep Warm / Warm — Medium-deep with warm undertones
480 – Medium Deep Neutral / Neutral — Medium-deep with neutral undertones
520 – Deep Warm / Warm — Deep shade with warm undertones
540 – Deep Neutral / Neutral — Deep with neutral undertones
560 – Deep Warm / Warm — Deep with warm undertones
580 – Deep Cool / Cool — Deep with cool undertones

My Swatches

I have shades 110 Light Cool and 120 Light Neutral:

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Swatches - 110 & 120 — Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Swatches – 110 & 120

My Review of Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation

Light, Silky & Weightless

The Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation has a lovely light silky texture and feels practically weightless on the skin. When I touch my skin immediately after applying, it genuinely feels like there is nothing on my skin.

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Texture

It blends effortlessly (using fingers or a brush – I use my REESON No.1), leaving a smooth, soft “my skin but better” finish. Imperfections are subtly blurred, but your natural skin still peeks through.

Finish & Coverage: Natural, Buildable, Glowy

Coverage sits between light and medium. It is enough to even out tone and blur redness without masking skin entirely. The finish is luminous without looking shiny, giving a healthy, radiant glow. Layering or using concealer on trouble spots works well without losing the natural finish.

Skin-Friendly & Everyday Wearable

With ingredients like niacinamide and sodium hyaluronate, the foundation hydrates and supports the skin barrier while remaining lightweight. It’s breathable and comfortable, making it ideal for daily wear, even for sensitive or dry skin.

Ingredients & What They Do

A few standout ingredients make this foundation more than just makeup:

Niacinamide – helps even skin tone and improves texture
Sodium Hyaluronate – hydrating, plumping, and moisture-retaining
Light-diffusing powders & emollients – create a soft-focus, radiant finish
Skin-friendly oils & emollients – provide a smooth, comfortable application

This combination means the Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation acts as a skincare-meets-makeup hybrid, delivering hydration, comfort, and a radiant finish.

Why I Love It And Who It’s Best For

The Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation delivers a minimalist beauty dream: light, breathable, skin-like coverage that enhances your natural glow.

It’s perfect for:

Everyday wear when you want your skin to look like skin
People who dislike heavy, cakey foundations
Dry or sensitive skin types
Layering with concealer for targeted coverage
“No-makeup makeup” looks or natural glam days

If you want full coverage for heavy blemishes, this may not be the one, but for softness, glow, and comfort, it’s outstanding. Having said that, using more product, you can definitely build this up to a fuller coverage finish.

Before and After Photos

I have tried both shades and I think the one I love most is 120 Light Neutral:

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation - Before Photo — Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation – Before Photo

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation - After Photo Shade 120 — Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation – After Photo Shade 120

Unfortunately, I forgot to take the after photo before I added my Bronzing Balm, Blush and Highlighter Duo from REESON* (my brand), but if you want to see it without extra makeup, watch the application video below.

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Application Video

My Other Shade Matches

For my shade twins out there, my other matches are:

Victoria Beckham Beauty The Foundation Drops in Light 4 (£104)
Sculpted By Aimee Cream Cushion Foundation in 3C (£23)
Jane Iredale Skintuition Liquid Foundation SPF 30 in 26 (£55)
Clinique Even Better Clinical Vitamin Makeup SPF 50 in Light Cool 3 (£39)
Anastasia Beverly Hills Impeccable Blurring Second Skin Matte Foundation in 2N (£39)
Shiseido Synchro Skin Radiant Lifting Foundation in 310 (£47)
e.l.f. Cosmetics Soft Glam Satin Foundation in 20 Light Cool (£8)
Sisley Paris Phyto Teint Perfection Foundation in 2N1 (£80)
Shiseido Revitalessence Skin Glow Foundation in 250 (£49)
Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Foundation in 130 Light Warm £42)
NARS Light Reflecting Foundation in Deauville (£41)
Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Care and Glow Foundation shade 115C (£39.50)
Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation in 4 neutral (£39)
La Mer Radiant Skin Tint in Light 22 (£80)
Cle de Peau Radiant Cream Foundation in 020 Light Medium Ochre (£108)
Cle de Peau Radiant Fluid Foundation Natural in 020 Light Medium Ochre (£121)
Givenchy Skincaring Foundation in 2-N150 (£47)
Dior Forever Natural Nude Foundation in 2N (£48)

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation vs. Victoria Beckham The Foundation Drops

Given the buzz on social media, many readers are searching for comparisons. Here’s how the Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation stacks up against Victoria Beckham The Foundation Drops.

Victoria Beckham The Foundation Drops Overview

Developed with Augustinus Bader’s TFC8® complex for skin renewal
Botanical extracts (echinacea, spilanthes, olive leaf) to support the skin barrier
Lightweight, buildable coverage with a luminous, second-skin finish

Comparison Table

Feature	Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation	Victoria Beckham The Foundation Drops
Texture & Feel	Light, silky, serum-like; almost weightless — “feels like nothing on skin.”	Lightweight; melts into skin, second-skin feel.
Coverage & Finish	Light-to-medium, natural, skin-like, glowy but not shiny.	Light-to-medium, buildable, luminous, natural glow – I think this gives a bit more coverage with less product than Outside-In
Skin-Care Ingredients	Niacinamide, hyaluronic acid – hydrating and skin-friendly.	TFC8 complex, botanical extracts – long-term skincare benefits.
Best For	Everyday natural makeup, sensitive or dry skin, minimal makeup lovers. Good for all skin types.	Natural but polished base, subtle glow, makeup + skincare experience. Oily skins have reported it can be too moisturising.
Vibe	Minimalist, breathable, subtle, “skin but better.”	Luxury hybrid of skincare + makeup, natural and dewy.

My Take

While the Victoria Beckham drops are premium with skin-boosting claims and luxury branding, the Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation delivers light coverage, comfort, and natural glow at a more accessible price. For daily wear, it’s just as wearable and feels effortless. I’d say that the VB is slightly more balmy, so for anyone that finds it a bit too moisturising, say, oily skins, the Outside-In may be more suitable.

Verdict: Is Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Worth It?

Absolutely. If you want a weightless, skin-like foundation that evens tone, adds glow, and feels invisible on the skin, the Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation is a standout.

It’s perfect for “less is more” makeup days, natural glow, and anyone who values skin-first foundation. It’s also very versatile, as you can build up the coverage by using more.

Where to buy it

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation is £61for 30ml via the link below:

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byfrow Pigment Pencils Review & Swatches – Every Shade

November 24, 2025 - 3:51 pm | November 24, 2025 lips, makeup

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byfrow Pigment Pencils Review & Swatches - Every Shade

If you’ve been anywhere near the beauty side of the internet lately, you’ll know that minimalism is having a moment. It’s all about clean textures, multitasking tools, chic-but-easy everything. The byfrow Pigment Pencils, by influencer Victoria McGrath, lean perfectly into this vibe and I have them here to show you with photos and swatches. Enjoy!

What Are byfrow Pigment Pencils?

Think of these as your do-it-all lip sculpting pencils. They are creamy, and blendable and the shades are housed in wooden pencils with chic aluminium caps.

The formula is enriched with Vitamin E and plant-based waxes, which gives them that smooth glide without tipping into overly slippy territory. They’re also vegan, dermatologically tested, and created for multi-use across lips, cheeks, and even faux freckles.

Creamy and comfortable
Blendable and buildable
Richly pigmented precise colour pay off
Can be blended onto the cheeks, eyes, or stippled as faux freckles
Easy to use

Key Ingredients

Vitamin E
Plant Based Waxes
Premium Pigments

byfrow Pigment Pencils Shades & Swatches

There are seven shades in the byfrow Pigment Pencil lineup, all carefully curated and beautifully wearable. Here’s a quick overview before we get into the swatches:

Chai Latte – peach nude
Toasted Rose – natural mauve
Pink Sorbet – light pink
Baked Cinnamon – rich burnt orange
Milk Chocolate – chocolate brown
Dark Roast – cool brown
Cherry Berry – deep berry

Here are the swatches. Annoyingly, I have misplaced one of my faves, Dark Roast, so I only have 6 of the shades to show you:

byfrow Pigment Pencil Chai Latte with REESON Dewy Rose

My Review of the byfrow Pigment Pencils

I am in my lip pencil era so I was delighted to get to try out these brand new pencils from Victoria.

Formula & Performance

The texture is soft and creamy, but with enough grip to define the lips cleanly. They’re nice and easy to blend, making them great for full-lip looks or blurred edges.

Pigmentation:
Buildable, but strong from the first swipe. The deeper shades (Dark Roast, Cherry Berry) are intensely pigmented.

Longevity:
They last comfortably through drinks and light snacking. For heavier meals, some touch-up is needed, which is pretty normal for creamy pencils.

Comfort:
The texture is not drying, even worn all over the lips, and they feel flexible and lightweight.

Sharpening:
Use a high-quality sharpener. The sustainable wood is sturdy and sharpens cleanly.

Ingredients & Skin Feel

Key points:

Vitamin E adds smoothness and helps prevent that tight, waxy lip-liner feel.
Plant-based waxes create the creamy glide.
Vegan & dermatologically tested – worth noting for sensitive skin types.
Sustainable wood + aluminium cap for a more eco-conscious makeup bag.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Beautifully curated shade range
Creamy but precise
Vegan and sustainably packaged
Multi-use (lips, cheeks, eyes, freckles)
Blendable and beginner-friendly
Great for shaping and sculpting

Cons

Some shades not suitable for eyes in specific regions
Requires a sharpener (no twist-up option)

How to Use byfrow Pigment Pencils

For Definition & Overlining

Start at the cupid’s bow and draw slightly above your natural lip line. The creamy texture makes this very forgiving.

As a Full Lip Colour

Shade in the entire lip for that blurred, matte-but-not-dry finish. Works incredibly well with a balm over top.

As Blush

Warm the pencil on the back of your hand and tap onto cheeks. Toasted Rose and Pink Sorbet are gorgeous for this.

Faux Freckles

Sharpen to a fine point, dot lightly, then tap with fingers to soften.

With Lip Gloss or Balm

byfrow recommends pairing with The Lip Companion, which gives that plump, glossy finish over your sculpted base.

Comparisons

If you’re familiar with other multi-use or sculpting pencils, here’s where the byfrow Pigment Pencils sit:

Creamier and more blendable than traditional wooden lip liners
Not as slippy as chubby crayons
A hybrid between a precision liner and a creamy colour stick

Where to buy them

The byfrow Pigment Pencils are £18 each and available now via the link below:

Final Verdict

The byfrow Pigment Pencils are super versatile, flattering, and easy-to-use. The shades are wearable without being boring, the formula is creamy without being messy, and the multi-use element makes them perfect for a streamlined makeup bag.

My top picks?

Chai Latte, Toasted Rose, and Dark Roast, but honestly, they’re all really lovely.

If you’re looking for a sculpting pencil that feels modern, minimal, and elevated… these deserve a very high spot on your wishlist.

FAQs

Are byfrow Pigment Pencils vegan?

Yes, they vegan and also dermatologically tested.

Can I use them as blush?

Yes! They blend beautifully on the cheeks.

Do they need sharpening?

Yes, any high-quality cosmetic sharpener works.

Is the byfrow Pigment Pencil safe for eyes?

Yes, the byfrow Pigment Pencil works nicely on the eyes, however, it is worth noting that shades Cherry Berry, Baked Cinnamon, Pink Sorbet & Toasted Rose are not compliant for eyes in the US.

Which shade to choose

If you want a natural lip line, choose a shade compliments your natural lip tone. If you are looking for a statement colour, go for Dark Roast or Cherry Berry and fill in the whole lip.

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Rhode Launches at Sephora UK – What to Shop First

November 10, 2025 - 11:56 am | November 10, 2025 lips, makeup, Skin

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Rhode Launches at Sephora UK - What to Shop First

Rhode Launches at Sephora UK! The minimalist beauty brand founded by Hailey Bieber, has finally arrived at Sephora. No more international shipping or customs fees: the full collection is now on UK shelves and online. From the viral Peptide Glazing Fluid to the Glazing Milk and Glazing Mist, Rhode’s signature dewy-skin aesthetic is officially within easy reach.

This post covers what’s launching, which products are worth trying first, and how the range performs (plus a few honest thoughts on the famous lip treatments).

When does Rhode launch at Sephora UK?

Rhode landed at Sephora UK today – 10th November 2025, marking the brand’s first major retail expansion beyond its own site. Every hero item from the core range is available, and yes, that includes the Peptide Glazing Fluid, Glazing Milk, Glazing Mist, and Peptide Lip Treatment.

You can now shop Rhode directly from Sephora UK* or still order from rhode.com if you prefer.

What to Shop from Rhode at Sephora UK

Peptide Glazing Fluid – the viral serum that started the “glazed-donut” trend. Lightweight, hydrating, and gives instant radiance. Read my full Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid Review.

Rhode Launches at Sephora UK: Peptide Glazing Fluid

Glazing Milk – a barrier-supporting essence that preps skin beautifully before serums. Read my Rhode Glazing Milk Review.

Rhode Launches at Sephora UK: Peptide Glazing Milk

Peptide Lip Shape – Rhode’s take on lip definition, designed to sculpt and enhance with a creamy, comfortable texture. Read my Rhode Lip Shape Pencil Review.

Rhode Launches at Sephora UK: Peptide Lip Shape

Glazing Mist – a fine hydrating spray that refreshes makeup or skincare throughout the day. Read my Rhode Glazing Mist Review.

Rhode Glazing Mist Review - Hydration and Barrier Support in a Bottle? — Rhode Glazing Mist Review – Hydration and Barrier Support in a Bottle?

My Honest Take on the Lip Treatments

While the Peptide Lip Treatments tend to get the most buzz online, I’ve been much for impressed with the Rhode Peptide Lip Shape Pencil. It’s beautifully creamy and easy to use, but I’m still not completely sold on the texture of some of Rhode’s Pepetide Lip Treatments, hence why I’ve not yet featured them. I have tried a few, and a couple of them felt a bit crunchy in texture and overly sticky. They are well loved, but definitely not my top pick from the brand.

If you love that glossy-lip look but prefer a smoother, more cushiony feel, I’d genuinely recommend trying my REESON Glossing Balm* instead. I created it to deliver a high-shine, hydrated finish, with a softer, balmier texture. You can read more about it in my REESON Glossing Balm Review.

Where to Buy Rhode in the UK

Rhode is now officially stocked at Sephora UK* both online and in selected stores. You can also still buy directly from rhode.com, but Sephora offers faster UK shipping and easy returns.

Final Thoughts

It’s so exciting to see Rhode finally launch at Sephora UK. It’s a brand that truly captures that clean, fresh, dewy-skin vibe we all love. I’ll keep updating my Rhode reviews as the line grows, but if you’re shopping the launch, those core skincare pieces are the ones to start with.

More Rhode Reviews

Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid Review UK
Rhode Glazing Milk Review
Rhode Lip Shape Pencil Review UK
Rhode Glazing Mist Review

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MERIT Solo Shadow Review & Swatches – Matte & NEW Sheen Finishes

November 4, 2025 - 5:12 pm | November 4, 2025 eyes, makeup

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MERIT Beauty Solo Shadow Review & Swatches

Update: November 2025: MERIT Beauty has just launched a new Sheen finish* in their Solo Shadow range! Scroll down for my review and swatches of all the new MERIT Solo Shadow Sheen shades along side all the original shades here.

MERIT’s Launch at Sephora UK

Merit Beauty’s most-loved products, from the Minimalist Stick to Flush Balm, are now available at Sephora. No more expensive shipping, and you can now try shades in-store before buying.

What is MERIT Solo Shadow?

Long-wearing, lightweight, cream-to-powder eyeshadow
Designed to be flattering on all ages and skin types
Doesn’t settle into fine lines
Safe for sensitive skin
Cream-to-powder texture stays put all day
Isn’t cakey or drying
Includes skincare ingredients
Designed to be worn alone
Includes 8 matte shades – 4 neutrals & 4 cool-toned statement shades
Now available in 6 sheen shades at MERIT* and Sephora*

Offers

Sephora UK Discount Code

Exclusive Sephora UK discount code for 20% off

Key Ingredients

Chamomile and calendula extracts – rich in antioxidants that help to soothe the eye area
Magnolia bark extract – helps to smooth the appearance of skin
Peptides – help to reduce the appearance of fine lines
Sunflower seed oil – helps to nourish skin

MERIT Beauty Solo Shadow Shades & Swatches

There are six shades in the new MERIT Solo Shadow Sheen collection:

Iris – soft plum
Glacé – soft rose
Matchbook – soft burgundy
Sartorial – bronze
Surrealism – gold
Palladium – warm silver

MERIT Solo Shadow Review & Swatches - NEW Sheen Finishes — MERIT Solo Shadow Review & Swatches – NEW Sheen Finishes

I have four of them here to show you – Iris, Glacé, Sartorial, Matchbook:

MERIT Solo Sheen Swatches

There are eight shades in the matte collection:

Brun – deep brown
Midcentury – warm brown
Midnight – classic navy
Nelson – soft grey
Social – soft mauve
Studio – cool taupe
Vachetta – warm beige
Viper – warm green

MERIT Solo Matte Swatches

Brun, Midcentury, Midnight, Nelson, Social, Studio, Vachetta, Viper:

How to Apply It

These shadows are pretty easy to work with. They are nicely pigmented so start with a small amount and build and blend.

You can use your finger to apply these, however, I used the new MERIT Brush No. 2. This was enough product to cover both lids:

The new Brush No. 2. uses soft vegan bristles and has one fluffy end and one finer, more tapered end for more precise application along the lash line.

My Review of MERIT Solo Shadows Sheen & Matte

Check out this reel featuring the new Sheen shades with swatches of Iris, Glace, Sartorial and Matchbook, and also application of Matchbook:

What I love about these shadows is that they give the lids a lovely smooth look and they are easy to apply, blend and build.

They are genuinely long wearing and crease-proof. In fact, when I did the swatches, I had to use an oil cleanser to remove the colours from my arm because they had set down so well.

In spite of the long wear and super smooth finish they offer, they feel very light on the eyelids, and you can apply them and forget about them.

I have fairly oily eyelids, so shadows tend to crease on me even if they are crease resistant, like the new Rare Beauty Eyeshadow Sticks. However, the MERIT Beauty Solo shadows wear so beautifully.

I am really loving the new MERIT Solo Shadow Sheen shades, and the finish is super flattering. I think even if you are slightly scared of shimmers, these will work really well for you.

I do find with the Mattes that the formula does tend to dry out a touch over time, however, I haven’t had the Sheens long enough to be able to comment on how well they last. I do love their performance of ease of application, and I think they will all work beautifully for the festive season.

Where to Buy Merit Beauty in the UK

The MERIT Beauty Sephora UK launch means you can shop Merit Beauty at:

Sephora UK -online & in stores
MERIT website

If you want their gorgeous makeup bags which come as a free gift with the first purchase, make sure you shop from MERIT directly.

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What Is DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster?

Key Ingredients

My Review of DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster

Texture & Finish on the Skin

Coverage: Sheer but Effective

The Custom Colour Match: Does It Work?

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Before & After

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Application Video

DCYPHER vs Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

How to Use DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster

1. For No-Makeup Makeup Days

2. As a Radiant Primer

3. Mixed with Foundation

4. My Favourite Way

Who Will Love This?

Final Thoughts

Where to buy it

What is Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation?

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Shades & Swatches

Silk Serum Foundation — Shade List & Undertone Descriptions

My Swatches

My Review of Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation

Light, Silky & Weightless

Finish & Coverage: Natural, Buildable, Glowy

Skin-Friendly & Everyday Wearable

Ingredients & What They Do

Why I Love It And Who It’s Best For

Before and After Photos

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Application Video

My Other Shade Matches

Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation vs. Victoria Beckham The Foundation Drops

Victoria Beckham The Foundation Drops Overview

Comparison Table

My Take

Verdict: Is Outside-In Silk Serum Foundation Worth It?

Where to buy it

What Are byfrow Pigment Pencils?

Key Ingredients

byfrow Pigment Pencils Shades & Swatches

My Review of the byfrow Pigment Pencils

Formula & Performance

Ingredients & Skin Feel

Pros & Cons

How to Use byfrow Pigment Pencils

Comparisons

Where to buy them

Final Verdict

FAQs

Are byfrow Pigment Pencils vegan?

Can I use them as blush?

Do they need sharpening?

Is the byfrow Pigment Pencil safe for eyes?

Which shade to choose

When does Rhode launch at Sephora UK?

What to Shop from Rhode at Sephora UK

My Honest Take on the Lip Treatments

Where to Buy Rhode in the UK

Final Thoughts

More Rhode Reviews

MERIT’s Launch at Sephora UK

What is MERIT Solo Shadow?

Offers

Sephora UK Discount Code

Key Ingredients

MERIT Beauty Solo Shadow Shades & Swatches

MERIT Solo Sheen Swatches

MERIT Solo Matte Swatches

How to Apply It

My Review of MERIT Solo Shadows Sheen & Matte

Where to Buy Merit Beauty in the UK

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