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NARS Amour Collection Review & Swatches

March 14, 2025 - 6:00 am | March 14, 2025 eyes, face, lips, makeup

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The NARS Amour collection is a limited edition collection with gorgeous packaging and romance inspired shades. I have it here to show you with photos and swatches.

What is in the NARS Amour collection?

What's in the NARS Amour Collection? — What’s in the NARS Amour Collection?

This limited edition collection has a stunning edit of products. It includes:

Limited edition Eyeshadow Quad £44
Limited edition Blush in 2 shades £34
Limited edition Explicit Lipstick £34
Limited edition Light Reflecting Setting Powder £35

NARS Amour Collection Swatches

I have the majority of the collection to show you, which is exciting! Check out these swatches of the Eyeshadow Quad, the two Blush shades, and the Lipstick.

NARS Amour Eyeshadow Quad Swatches

This palette uses a formula that features pure pigments suspended in a unique liquid binding system for rich, high-impact colour. The shades range from a petal pink, rose, chocolate brown matte and a soft pink shimmer:

SWEET KISS I (Shimmering milky pink)
SWEET KISS II (Matte petal pink)
SWEET KISS III (Matte rosewood)
SWEET KISS IV (Matte chocolate brown)

NARS Amour Blush in Cherish & Impassioned

There are 2 shades in this limited edition Amour packaging:

Impassioned 903 – pink orchid
Cherish 925 – soft peach apricot

Amour Explicit Lipstick

I absolutely love the packaging of the Explicit lipsticks and this limited edition Amour packaging is even more striking. The shade is Only Yours 810 – rose tea brown:

My Review of the NARS Amour Collection

NARS Amour Explicit Lipstick — Amour Explicit Lipstick packaging

Amour Collection Quad Eyeshadow

The Quad Eyeshadow palette has a gorgeous blend of easy to wear shades. I love the soft pink shimmer and the matte chocolate brown, and the formulas are smooth and pigmented, and really long lasting.

Armour Collection Blush

NARS recently reformulated their full blush collection and the texture is super silky and easy to blend with a really long lasting finish. Both the shades in this collection are very pretty. I love Impassioned because its fairly unique in my collection and it gives such a youthful and flattering flush to the complexion.

Explicit Lipstick in ‘Only Yours’

The Explicit Lipstick in the shade ‘Only Yours’ is a rose tea brown hue that offers a really rich satin finish. I love the shape of the bullets of the Explicit lipsticks. It makes them so easy to line and define the lips then quickly fill in the colour. The formula is super comfortable and long lasting.

Final Thoughts

I love NARS’ limited editions and this is no exception. The packaging is utterly charming with its heart-adorned design and I really like the edit of products and shades.

NARS Amour Blush packaging — Amour Blush packaging

I believe it is only in stock on NARS’ website now, so if you like the look of any of the pieces, make sure you snap them up.

Also, NARS just expanded the shade range of their best-selling foundation. You can check out my review of that here – NARS Light Reflecting Foundation Review and Swatches.

Where to buy it

The NARS Amour collection has sold out at retailers, however it is still available via the link below:

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ILIA Eye Stylus Shadow Stick Review & Swatches

March 5, 2025 - 9:30 am | March 5, 2025 eyes, makeup

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ILIA Eye Stylus Shadow Stick Review & Swatches

I am a big fan of ILIA for their easy to use makeup, so I was excited to try these new eye crayons. Here’s everything you need to know about the ILIA Eye Stylus Shadow Stick collection. I have a range of shades to show you.

What is the ILIA Eye Stylus Shadow Stick?

Eye shadow stick designed to glide on seamlessly
Delivers rich, waterproof pigment
Easy to blend
Formulated to last up to 12 hours
Includes antioxidant Upcycled Grape Extract to provide antioxidant protection
Features a slanted tip for versatile application
Can be used for a wash of colour, or like a liner
Safe for sensitive eyes and ophthalmologist-tested
Formulated without fragrance, gluten, and soy
Available in 20 matte and shimmer shades

How to use it

As an all over wash: glide the flat side of the slanted tip over lids for a wash of pigment

Line & Define: draw precise lines with the edge of the slanted tip.

Highlight: use shimmer shades in the inner corners for a brightening boost

ILIA Eye Stylus Shades and Swatches

I have six shades from the 20 shade collection to show you:

Flax – matte taupe brown
Beam – peach pink shimmer
Jubilee – warm gold shimmer
Nymph – matte lilac pink
Regal – plum bronze shimmer
Patina – golden olive shimmer

Here are those swatches:

My Review

ILIA Eye Stylus Shadow Stick - Flax & Jubilee — Flax & Jubilee

As someone who appreciates both simplicity and quality in my beauty routine, I’ve been particularly excited to try the ILIA Eye Stylus Shadow Stick. I think ILIA has really nailed the balance between high-performance products and skin-friendly ingredients so I had high expectations for these shadows.

Packaging

The design is minimal and modern, with a twist-up mechanism that makes it really easy to use. They are nice and sleek so fit into my makeup bag and they have a nice sturdy cap making it safe to just chuck in your bag.

Texture & Application

One of the standout features of the ILIA Eye Stylus is its incredibly smooth texture. The formula is creamy without being greasy, allowing the shadow to glide onto the eyelids effortlessly. It’s neither too dry nor too slippery, providing ample time to blend before it sets into place. The application is seamless, and the texture feels weightless on the skin, so really comfortable for all day wear.

Blendability & Finish

The ILIA Eye Stylus Shadow Stick is really easy to blend. I have first been applying a very fine layer of my REESON Lid Elixir as I use that every day to smooth my lids, and I let that set, then go in with the ILIA. Read REESON Beauty Lid Elixir Eye Serum-Tint Review & Swatches for more info.

Whether you’re applying a light wash of colour or building it up for a more intense look, the formula blends beautifully with a soft brush. I have been using my REESON No. 2 brush and they work really well together.

The shadows have a smooth, velvety texture that helps the product glide on effortlessly. The mattes have a lovely velvety radiance and the shimmers have a very pretty sheen without being overly glittery or too shiny.

Shades & Pigmentation

I have been using Flax which is a lovely taupe all over my lid and then Jubilee (soft gold) as like a spotlight down the centre of my lid, and it’s such a lovely look. It looks done without being too much, which is just perfect for every day.

The pigmentation is impressive – one swipe delivers rich, even colour, and it’s easy to build the intensity to your liking.

Longevity

The ILIA Eye Stylus Shadow Stick performs exceptionally well when it comes to longevity. I’ve worn it through long workdays and even workouts and it stays in place without fading or creasing. I have slightly oily eyelids, so that’s always a concern for me, but I’m pleased to report that the formula holds up remarkably well. Once it sets, it stays put.

Where to buy it

The ILIA Eye Stylus is £32 and currently available exclusively at ILIA. Shop via the link below:

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Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe Multi-Finish Palette Review & Swatches

February 21, 2025 - 11:57 am | February 21, 2025 eyes, makeup

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Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe Multi-Finish Palette Review & Swatches

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Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe Multi-Finish Palette Review & Swatches

There’s VB newness in the shape of new eyeshadow palettes and it’s all very exciting. Here’s a look at the brand new Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe Multi-Finish Palettes. I have all the shades and swatches here for you.

What is in Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe collection?

Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe Multi-Finish Palettes

There are four new eyeshadow palettes in the Eye Wardrobe collection and they offer up a range of looks and finishes:

Buttery smooth powder formulas and luxurious finishes
Curated shade quartets
Smooth and blendable formulas
Creamy textures infused with naturally-derived ingredients
Ultra-fine pigments
Buildable, silky, and easy to blend
Fallout free
Longwear formula
Vegan and cruelty free
Dermatologist-tested
Safe for sensitive skin
Non-comedogenic
Refillable brass compacts
Available here now

There are four colourways in the eyeshadow palette collection:

Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe Shade Range

The Victoria Palette – Victoria’s personal go-to tableau illustrates the dynamic art of refined neutrals.
The Olive Palette – an ode to green, a treasured hue of the house, with grounding elegance and allure.
The Navy Noir Palette – blue reimagined; rich with quiet confidence.
The Night Flash Palette – essential onyx palette, as striking and tailored as a tuxedo

The Victoria Palette Swatches

Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe in Victoria

The Olive Palette Swatches

Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe in Olive

The Navy Noir Palette Swatches

Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe in Navy Noir

The Night Flash Palette Swatches

Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe in Night Flash

Which Victoria Beckham Beauty Satin Kajal goes with which Eye Wardrobe palette?

My Review of Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe

If there’s one thing Victoria Beckham knows, it’s how to do effortless chic and she has truly mastered the smoky eye. This beauty brand has been turning heads with its ultra-luxe formulas, and when it comes to eye makeup, she’s not playing around. The Satin Kajals are the best sellers by a mile but I can see these new compacts doing very well indeed.

Each palette includes four buttery-soft shadows housed in a super sleek, weighty compact that screams luxury. They use very similar components to the Smoky Eye Bricks that the brand launched with, which have now been discontinued, however, they are deeper and a but chunkier. See those in Victoria Beckham Beauty Review & Swatches – Original Launch Collection.

What I love is that the colour stories are curated for easy, everyday wear, think polished, neutral, and effortlessly chic rather than bold, in your face pigment. And what’s really cool is that you can use each shade wet, if you do want to pack a bit more of a punch.

Each palette contains matte, satin and metallic finishes, so they are super versatile and you can create a whole range of looks. The mattes are super soft and easy to blend, and the satin and metallic shades give a beautiful shine without looking chunky or glittery.

Packaging

First things first—let’s talk packaging. The compacts are stunning. They use similar packaging as the original Smoky Eye Brick, however the Eye Wardrobe palettes are deeper and have separate pans rather than one pan of blended shades. I did actually love how the original eyeshadow palettes were blended, but I guess this is more practical.

If you have never held one of these palettes, I should explain that they feel super special. They are slim and fine, yet they feel weighty in the hand. They really are quite unique. They would fit in your back pocket undetectably and just ooze sophistication. Love them.

It is probably worth noting that you don’t get loads of product for the £71 price tag, but then the VB brand is not for anyone who isn’t looking to splash a bit of cash on their makeup! The refills are £47, so a bit more affordable.

Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe Refill

Formula & Texture

The key difference between these new palettes and the old Smoky Eye Brick formulations is that the Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe formula is talc-free.

The textures are delightful – super velvety and blendable and the shades glide on effortlessly. The colours are buildable so you can really tailor the result to how you are feeling, and this means it’s pretty hard to go wrong with these shades.

At the launch event, I had the Olive Palette applied over my REESON Lid Elixir and it layered up beautifully. The shimmers are sophisticated, not glittery, making the palette perfect for mature eyes that love a bit of soft glam.

Wear Test – How Long Do They Last?

I had the Olive palette applied to be at 10am in the morning. I got home at 8.30pm and it was still looking really good. I was super impressed. The formula showed no signs of creasing or settling into any lines, and the colours stayed looking vibrant and sheeny. I did have my Lid Elixir but I wear that every day, and although it does help with longevity, I was still very impressed at how this wore.

Final Thoughts – Are they worth the price tag?

At £71, they are obviously pretty pricey, but if you are a fan of the brand, you will be used to that. The Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe palettes are the definition of quiet luxury. They each have beautifully curated shades, silky textures, effortless blendability and if you can afford one, then I am am pretty sure you will not have any buyer’s remorse.

Where to buy them

The The Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe palettes are £71 each and available now via the link below:

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Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax Review

February 4, 2025 - 11:59 am | February 4, 2025 eyes, makeup

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Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax Review

Any time I get some Sephora Collection beauty products to test, I always get the old days excitement of trips into store on rare visits to New York. I have been testing out the Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax and love it, so wanted to share it with you. Here’s what you need to know.

What is Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax?

Texturising and setting eyebrow wax
Clear, lightweight formula
For thicker and more voluminous brows
Tames and lifts the brow
Provides extreme 12-hour hold for the look of freshly brushed brows
Transparent, light, and flexible for a natural finish
Non-sticky feel
Features a densifying brush
Bristles coat each hair and deposit the perfect amount of wax for a brow lamination effect

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What’s the best way to use Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax?

Sephora suggests that you start at the head of the eyebrow and finish with the tip, brushing upwards through the hairs. You can repeat until you achieve the desired laminated look.

For extra volume, first brush the eyebrows in the opposite direction to hair growth, then brush the hairs upwards. You can keep adding more formula to the brush as you go.

Before and After Photos

My brows are kind of wild at the moment, and I haven’t had a professional (or a pair of tweezers) near them in many many months, so bear this in mind. But here’s the before:

Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax - Before — Before

And here they are with the Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax applied:

Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax - After — After

My Review of Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax

Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax spoolie

So, just for context, I am really on and off with my brows. When I pay attention to them, I think it makes a real difference to my overall makeup look, but then I will suddenly forget to do anything about them for days. I then almost rediscover the joy of having groomed brows all over again the next time I remember to bother! It’s a backwards and forwards journey!

However, if you’re obsessed with getting those perfect, fluffy brows that look effortlessly groomed yet full of volume, then you’re probably always on the hunt for the next big brow product. And I think that the Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax is definitely one to consider.

Packaging & Formula

In terms of first impressions, the packaging is what you’d expect for a brow gel. It is sleek, compact, and travel-friendly, which is always good. It comes with a slim, tapered spoolie that makes application super easy. The formula itself is clear, lightweight, and non-sticky yet has grip, which is key for a natural yet structured brow look.

Application & Wear

I applied the Fluff & Fix Brow Wax to my bare brows first, brushing upwards to get that lifted, feathered effect. It is pretty weightless in feel and the brow hairs feel flexible – no crunchiness or stiffness. I found that this gel holds the shape very well. The finish is very natural looking – not too matte and it allows the natural shine of the brow hairs to show through.

Who is this for?

If you love the laminated brow look but don’t want the hassle (or expense) of a salon treatment, this is a great alternative. It works best for those with medium to full brows, as it enhances what you already have. If your brows are super sparse, you might want to pair it with a pencil or pomade for a fuller effect.

Final Thoughts

For £13.99, the Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax is a solid option for natural, fluffy brows with a flexible hold. If you’re looking for an easy-to-use, budget-friendly way to get that effortless brow look, this one’s definitely worth a try!

If you’re still on the hunt for an affordable brow gel for a laminated effect, read: L’Oreal Paris Infallible Brow Lamination Review.

Where to buy it

The Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax is £13.99 for 6ml and it is available now via the link below:

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REESON No.2 Brush Review

February 3, 2025 - 10:40 am | February 3, 2025 eyes, face, makeup

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I just added a new brush to my REESON Beauty collection and I wanted to shout about it! Here’s what you need to know about the REESON No.2 Brush.

What is the REESON No.2 Brush?

I started working on this new brush because I really wanted something to apply and blend my REESON Lid Elixir which is an everyday go-to. If you haven’t tried it yet, you must! My eyelids have never been in such good shape! However, this brush can be used for most of micro- application and blending jobs across all makeup formats/

REESON No. 2 features:

Go-to tool for seamless application and effortless blending
Small, fluffy brush
Luxurious yet functional
Perfect for applying the REESON Lid Elixir*
Blends powder eyeshadow
Blends and smooths out concealer
Ideal for micro-applying setting powder
Vegan and cruelty free

How to use it

You can use this brush in lots of different ways. If you are using it for Lid Elixir, squeeze out a small amount of product onto the back of your hand, and then dip the tip of the brush into the product and then gently smooth and blend it over the lid. Wipe off excess product from the brush on to the back of the hand before using it to blend out the edges.

The brush can also be used to blend out powders. I particularly love it for micro-applying powder which I find is so much better than blanket powdering. You can gently take down shine in certain areas, and leave the glow in all the right places.

REESON No. 2 Demo Video

My Review

This new brush has quickly become an essential part of my daily makeup routine.

REESON No.2 is perfectly dense but still fluffy enough to give you a diffused, airbrushed finish. It picks up the perfect amount of product, which is something that’s so important. We’ve all had that experience where we go in with a brush and it picks up way too much product, and everything starts to go wrong. The bristles are designed to give you that perfect “just-right” application, and it blends so beautifully.

Whether you’re working with powder, cream, or liquid, this brush works its magic on all formulas. My powders go on seamlessly, and creamy products like concealers blend in like second skin.

Versatility

A great brush has to be versatile, right? And this one definitely is. It’s not just great for Lid Elixir, I’ve been using it for highlighter and setting powder pretty much every day as well. The size and shape are perfect for applying those products precisely where you want them without overdoing it. The soft bristles never feel scratchy, so there’s no irritation, even if you have sensitive skin.

Longevity:

I’ve put the REESON No.2 brush to the test when it comes to washing and it cleans up beautifully. The bristles don’t shed, and the brush itself doesn’t lose its shape. It’s one of those brushes that just keeps on looking good.

If you are looking for a bigger multi-tasking brush, make sure you also check out the REESON No. 1 brush. The large end is perfect for applying and blending foundation, skin tint, the REESON Bronzing Balm (which is our best-seller and has already achieved cult status) and the small end is brilliant for contouring, applying, blending concealer and much much more. I use mine every single day and it gives me the most flawless finish. It is genuinely the best complexion brush I own.

Where to buy it

The REESON No. 2 Brush is available now for £19 via the link below:

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What is in the NARS Amour collection?

NARS Amour Collection Swatches

NARS Amour Eyeshadow Quad Swatches

NARS Amour Blush in Cherish & Impassioned

Amour Explicit Lipstick

My Review of the NARS Amour Collection

Where to buy it

What is the ILIA Eye Stylus Shadow Stick?

How to use it

ILIA Eye Stylus Shades and Swatches

My Review

Packaging

Texture & Application

Blendability & Finish

Shades & Pigmentation

Longevity

Where to buy it

What is in Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe collection?

The Victoria Palette Swatches

The Olive Palette Swatches

The Navy Noir Palette Swatches

The Night Flash Palette Swatches

Which Victoria Beckham Beauty Satin Kajal goes with which Eye Wardrobe palette?

My Review of Victoria Beckham Beauty Eye Wardrobe

Packaging

Formula & Texture

Wear Test – How Long Do They Last?

Final Thoughts – Are they worth the price tag?

Where to buy them

What is Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax?

Offers

Sephora UK Discount Code

What’s the best way to use Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax?

Before and After Photos

My Review of Sephora Collection Fluff & Fix Brow Wax

Packaging & Formula

Application & Wear

Who is this for?

Final Thoughts

Where to buy it

What is the REESON No.2 Brush?

How to use it

REESON No. 2 Demo Video

My Review

Where to buy it

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