After last Fridays post, The Must-Have Eye-Shadow Trio, quite a few of you lovely ladies were rather intrigued about the pigmentation & quality of these affordable mini compacts. Not being one to turn down an opportunity to get dolled up (and as I’m rocking the warm peach sherbet tones right now) what better excuse to create a quick look for this weeks Make-Up Menu? Heck, you might even take some inspiration by re-creating this warm summery look over the weekend too. Why not!
Okay, so here’s the menu gals…
Nivea Intense Moisturising Day Cream – I use a small amount of this intense moisturising cream before applying any cosmetics to my skin as it helps keeps my face hydrated and make-up lasting longer. Don’t forget to leave it absorb into the skin before layering on Foundation etc!
Boots No 7 Beautifully Matte – My current go-to foundation. This literally knocks the spots clean off all others I’ve tried over this last few months… yep, I’ve finally found ‘The One’ gals! *wipes away tears of joy* Affordable, flawless & long lasting. Perfection in a pump.
Soap & Glory Kickass Concealer – Not by any means a full coverage concealer, however what it does do is very lightly cover blemishes and adds a little dewiness to the complexion. Initially I wasn’t entirely sure if I’d repurchase it again but now I’m really beginning to like it a lot!
Rimmel Sun Shimmer Bronzer – My ultimate bronzer. Wanna find out more about it? Then *click here* to feast your eyes upon my recent review.
Soap & Glory Peach Party – There’s always that one item in your make-up collection that you use sparingly because it’s just so darn beautiful & you don’t want it to end… and that’s exactly how I feel about this blush. If you’re on the lookout for something to add a soft peachy glow to your cheeks then look no further, it’s beautiful.
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MUA Eye-shadow primer – Keeping it in the MUA family today ladies. I’ll admit I’ve read mixed reviews about this eye-shadow primer but I have to say it’s doing an outstanding job for me; great for an everyday pocket-savvy primer.
MUA Under-eye Concealer – A new addition to my collection (after hunting high & low for the L’Oreal Lumi wand without success) Once again MUA have *really* impressed me… this noticeably brightens up my under eye area & helps luminate my cheek bones for a bright & dewy look.
MUA Chocolate Box – What a gorgeous trio of warm Indian Summer type colours. Peaches, earth tones, golds, red, brows & purples all seem to emulate seamlessly from these three stunning shades once blended.
Max Factor Mascara – So far it’s impressive, I’m keeping my lashes firmly crossed that the formula doesn’t clump too early. The result to date has been long luscious lashes, the brush seems a little clumsier yet it really gets into those lash roots.
Soap & Glory Archery Pencil – Known as the dupe for Anastasia Beverley Hills Brow Wiz. I am SO impressed with this handy little roll up pencil. No sharpening required, just quick & easy brows ‘on fleek’ ladies 😉
Rimmel Glam Eyes Professional Liquid Liner – My go to liquid liner for those hard to master cat flicks. The brush is incredibly precise & the formula is the perfect creamy consistency for jet black coverage.
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Rimmel London 077 Asia – I’ve literally been in love with this shade from the first time it glided over my lips at the tender age of 13! Almost 20 years later & it’s still one of my all time favourite Rimmel lippies. Rich, creamy & long lasting – what’s not to love?
Tanya Burr, Picnic In The Park – Such a pretty pink that adds the perfect layer of blush-tinted gloss to any pout. Long lasting & not overly sticky, I’ll definitely be checking out some more of her range gloss range! Have you got a favourite?
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Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge – A complete game changer when it comes to applying makeup. If you’re craving an airbrushed finish then look no further, this little egg shaped sponge is photoshop for your foundation. Yes, it really is!
Real Techiques Cheek Brush – One of my favourite blushes, especially for contouring the hollow of my cheek bones with a skimming of bronzer or adding a pop of blush to the apples. So versatile!
Barry M Shadow Brush – Such a handy little shadow companion for adding the darker shades on the outer crease to give some depth and definition.
Lamora Blender Brush – Blends everything together seamlessly. Check out my post on this set of bargain beauty brushes, such a great affordable find!
Superdrug Retractable Lip Brush – Essential for smoothing out your lippy and creating a sharp lined effect edge.
Eyelash Curlers – Nothing fancy about this little pair… does a great job at curling the lashes prior to mascara application. Simples.
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There you have it ladies, this week’s Make-Up Menu based around Peach Sherbet tones. I’m such a huge fan of these warm peachy-pink & earthy colours, they never fail to brighten up my pale complexion. Have you tried any of the products above? What’s your favourite make-up look at the moment?
Cheerio Chums…
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You look flawless Karen. Just beautiful xx
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Awwwwh thank you soooo much Alannah – you’re such a sweetheart… that’s made my day ❤ XXXXX
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Aw I’m glad xx
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Stunning!! You have beautiful skin 🙂 Xo
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Thank you so much huni 🙂 So kind of you to say – it’s definitely a lot better than what it was this time last year… the effect a good cleanser, toner & moisturiser has eh? hehe Thanks again lovely *hugs* Xxx
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You are doing everything right!! I don’t have very bad skin but its bad enough that I am aware of it. I was on Roaccutane up until last year. So last year this time my skin was great! Now, not so much 😦 So I have to try what you’re doing 🙂 Xo
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Aww that’s such a shame you are getting quite conscious of it now 😦 Really hope it clears up for you huni…. keeping fingers firmly crossed 🙂 XXXXXX
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Beautiful look Karen! I love it! You’re makeup always looks perfect! I so would love to be able to get my hands on those eyeshadow palettes. They look awesome! I also picked up the Lamora eye brushes which got delivered I just have to go pick them up from my mailbox. I hope you have a lovely weekend Karen! ❤ 🙂 XXXXX
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Thank you soooo much Katie – beaming from ear to ear at such a lovely compliment (not to mention blushing a tad lol) I’m definitely picking a few up for you so that when you get to Michigan I can send them over – YOU NEED THEM!!! lol Oooh happy days your Lamora brush set arrived! Hopefully you’ll get trying it out very soon 😉 fingers crossed you find it good value huni XXXX
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You’re very welcome Karen! 🙂 I’m just telling you the truth! ❤ I do need those baked shadows! lol They are just so gorgeous! I can't wait to try out the Lamora brush set. I think I will see a real good difference when I do my eye makeup. XXXX
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Thank you sweetie ❤ XXXXXX
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You’re welcome dear 🙂
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Thank you huni XX
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Your eyes look beautiful. I love the colors you used. And the lipstick is the Rimmel Asia with the gloss over the top? I really like it a lot. Beautiful.
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Thank you so so much lovely lady – what a fab compliment chum ❤ Yes, that's the Rimmel Asia with some of the Tanya Burr gloss on the top – the two go so well 🙂 Glad you like it, you should definitely try out the Asia lippy huni!! Hope you have a super weekend *hugs* XXXXX
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I’m heading to Walmart this weekend for some smoothie mixes (TMI) and I’ll grab the Rimmel Asia and a few others. I have Rimmel (I think it’s Rimmel) Airy Fairy and I love it.
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Oooh I haven’t spotted Airy Fairy – must give it a google!!!! 😀 Happy shopping huni, hope you find Asia, I think it would reeeeeally suit you ❤ XXXXX
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Utterly gorgeous, You inspire me to do better with makeup 😀
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That is such an amazing compliment – cannot thank you enough huni!!! Have a wonderful weekend & thanks for making my day with your comment *hugs* XXXX
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You are a beauty, Karen. I love this look. Your skin looks so flawless! And I have to agree, Boots No 7 Beautifully Matte is amazing and far cheaper than the Estee Lauder foundation I had been using (and needed to remortgage the house to buy!) Eeeek!
Thanks for the tips and enjoy the rest of your week 🙂 xxx
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AMANDA!!!!!! Awwwh it’s soooooo good to hear from you – how are you keeping chummy? Awk it’s been so blooming long since we’ve had a good wee chatter 😀 Oh the Boots No 7 is my new all time fav – love love love it!!! I can’t imagine the damage Estee Lauder would do at the rate I go through makeup lol Have a wonderful weekend & sooooo lovely to hear from you *huge hugs* XXXXXX
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It HAS been too blooming long, hasn’t it? It’s great to be back. I’ve been missing all my favourite blogs! 😭
I hope all is well and have a fab weekend! I’ll be going to the dreaded ‘Crealy Adventure Park’ with kids…so, surrounded by hundreds of excitable and screaming kids and trying to mediate ride turns. I can’t wait *sarcastic face* Xxxx
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Oooh that sounds like you’ll need to stock up on painkillers and nerve medication Amanda lol I done the the whole fun fair thing week before last…. came home with a Giant Minion Toy & a car load of very exhausted family members lol Silence on the drive home is golden after a day of chaos! haha Hope you had a blast & soooooooo GOOD to have you back *HUGS*XXXXX
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So pretty. I love it
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Thank you so so much Anna – that is so lovely of you 🙂 Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!! Popping over too your blog very shortly for a read ❤ XXX
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You look gorgeous as always! This really suits you! Xxx
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Thank you huni – such a lovely compliment, so glad you like it! I think these are my fav shades 😀 hehe Hope you’re keeping as well as can be – so good to hear from you chick!!! Have a super weekend *hugs* Xxx
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Love the look, Karen! I don’t think MUA is available in the States unfortunately 😦 I could be wrong but I’ve never seen it.
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That is such a shame Jamie as it does sooooo unbelievably well her in the UK – such an affordable brand!!! 🙂 Fingers crossed they launch over there soon!! Maybe the website ships to there?! Thanks for the lovely compliment huni, hope you have a super weekend ❤ xX
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I know all the UK beauty bloggers always mention it! I will have to check out the website and see if they ship here. I know Sleek does (though I’ve yet to buy anything from them!). Have a good weekend too!
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Oooh, I haven’t tried anything from Sleek yet but it looks a lovely brand – their packaging is very chic! Hope you had a great weekend 🙂 XXXX
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MUA chocolate box is divine! You look stunning in your pictures!!! You look flawless Karen! 🙂 xoxoxo
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Thanks so much huni – that’s so kind of you 🙂 Really glad you like the little compact, such a nice trip of colours – I love it ❤ hehe Have a super weekend chum XXXXX
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You have such cute little products! Ahh I want! I hope you have a super duper cheeetorific weekend! Pass the Cheetos!!!! 🙂 xoxo
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Awwwh thank you Leah, yes my weekend was lovely – had a nice break from the laptop 🙂 Hope you had a great one too ❤ XXXXX
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A nice break from the laptop is just wonderful! I had a nice one too! Is it Friday yet?! 😀 xo
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A good break is always needed 😀 Technology free weekends is the way forward lol xxx
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That’s right. Onward and upward we go without technology. But never a break for chocolate! Am I right??? 😀 xoxo
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You’re soooo right!!! *tut tut* 😀 XXXX
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Yayyyyyy! I hope you’re having a great day today! 🙂 xo
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soo pretty! Love this look:) plus the peachy tones on your eyes make the blue pop! I must get my hands on that foundation though.. My purse is tingling hehe! Great post.. Once again 🙂 xoxoxox
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Awwh thank you so so much Billie 🙂 That’s so darn lovely of you huni, I think they’re my fav tones at the moment – definitely help make my eyes look less tired than they feel lol Oooh a tingling purse is always a dangerous sign…. happy spending 😉 hehe XXXXXXXX
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The Rimmel lipstick suits you very well and the Max Factor mascara gives you va-va-vroom lashes! 🙂
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Thanks so much lovely – I’m really liking the Rimmel lippy too… it’s been a fav for years hehe Really impressed with the Max factor mascara so far… it’s doing well! Hope you have an awesome weekend 🙂 XXX
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Gorgeous makeup as usual Karen 🙂 The makeup is gorgeous, such a bargain little trio!
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Thank you Lauren – you always leave such lovely comments huni!!! so glad you like it – it’s such a beautiful little trio ❤ Hope you have a fab weekend XXXX
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No bother Karen 🙂 It really is beautiful! Perfect for Summer too!
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Thank you huni ❤ XXXXXX
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You’re welcome 🙂
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❤ xxx
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Ooh I love these colors, especially the eye shadow! And congrats on finding The One 😉 I’m so happy for you! xo Mil
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lol thanks so much Mil 😀 Yep loving those colours too – they’re definitely my fav at the mo!! hehe X
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Beautiful!
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Thank you so much sweetie – sorry for the late reply, I had a little weekend break from the blog 😀 Thanks for stopping by XX
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No problem we all need a break sometimes!
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We sure do 🙂 XXXX
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The MUA shadows are gorgeous!! I love the way they look on you!
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They are sooo lovely Jen, it’s such a shame so many of my USA chums have mentioned they can’t seem to find it over there – very frustrating as it’s a great brand and would do incredibly well!! ❤ XXXXXx
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I was looking at the MUA Chocolate Box in Superdrug yesterday but walked away – I wish I’d of nabbed it now! Lovely make up look 🙂 x
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Ahhh you should’ve picked it up – maybe next time eh 😉 hehe Thanks so much chum, glad you like it XXX
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Great post! I love that Real Techniques makeup sponge 🙂
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Thanks so much Ashley for stopping by & leaving such a lovely comment 🙂 Oh yes I LOVE the sponge too, amazing little piece of kit 😀 XXX
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Such a pretty look 🙂 really suits you! xx
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Thank you sooo much chummy 🙂 Really glad you like it *hugs* XXXX
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Wow hun you look absolutely gorgeous ❤
Wonderful post and loved the colors, they are so pretty.
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*blushing* thank you Galit – that is so lovely!!! Made my day chum 😀 XXXXX
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Awww ❤
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I love you’re eye makeup!! You look flawless! I love this look
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Thank you so much Vanessa – that is such a huge compliment, really glad you like it so much huni 🙂 Made my day ❤ XXXXXX
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I’m glad I made your day!!!
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