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Are you well? It feels like an age or two since I last sat down and conjured up something remotely beauty related, and if truth be told I do believe I’m having withdrawal symptoms – or at the very least, showing minor signs of madness at having hardly opened the laptop this week! But then again I’m always bleating on to other bloggers about not persecuting themselves with guilt. So with that in mind, I shall merely apologise for my absence in replying to your abundance of lovely comments and get right to work on reviewing this little pot of prettiness from Bourjois...
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Okay, so after a friend showcased this little purchase for the first time a number of weeks ago , I knew I had to check it out for myself – particularly as the subtle rose glow on her cheeks looked super pretty. Needless to say, she’s a fair-skinned blonde so these beautiful pink tones give her complexion a radiant glow. However, quite often with my dark hair, many of the pink tones can often look a little harsh and doll-like on me.
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What Bourjois Say…
“Our timeless blusher has been around for almost 150 years and have made Bourjois famous worldwide thanks to its amazing texture and packaging.
The baked texture transforms when applied to the skin into an ultra-fine pressed powder, which is easy to apply and blends impeccably. One stroke of the brush reveals the irresistible aroma of the rose scented powder.
Its built-in mirror and brush is perfect for touch-ups on the go!
The Little round pot blush exists in 12 shades to match all skin tones”
Source: Boots Website
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The Colour Choice…
(Image Source: Makeup Alley)
Oddly enough from browsing the colour choice online there seems to be better colour range in their blushes than in some of the foundation choices, so you’ll certainly not be stuck for choice. My local Boots only carry a small range however if you visit the website the choice becomes so much more vibrant and vast. I settled for Rose D’Or (Golden Rose) simply because it was the colour my friend had choosen and I adored it on her skin so much!
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Let’s Talk Packaging…
Cute, chic and perfect for popping into the handbag – that’s exactly how I’d sum up this compact little pot. Though don’t be fooled by its petite appearance as you get a healthy little mound of blush along with a cute blush brush. Okay, so I’m not usually a fan of the enclosed applicators or brushes, but it could be a handy dandy little tool on a night out with the girls as well as the compact mirror. It’s small but everything you need all in one!
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What About The Formula…
As far as blushes go, it’s lovely. In fact I’ve very little grumbles about it at all. Okay it’s cheap and cheerful drugstore stash however the texture is really velvetty and although it has the lightest hint of rose gold shimmer in it, it won’t leave you resembling a 1970’s disco ball *phew*
The staying power is reasonable, as it lasts anywhere between 6-8 hours on me and hasn’t transferred onto my hands when I’ve touched my face. Another little bonus is the scent – like most Bourjois products it has a beautiful light perfume aroma that I can only describe as smelling slightly vintage… in a non musty way of course 😉
As for pigmentation, a little will go a looong way. It’s very buildable and easy to apply. I use a Real Techniques micro fibre blush brush which always seems to put just the right amount of colour on my cheeks without going OTT.
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Pro’s
At £7.99 (from Boots) it’s affordable yet good quality for a drug store range.
Compact & great for popping into the handbag.
Fantastic colour range online.
Comes with a cute little brush and mirror… all you need for beauty on the go.
Very pretty packaging with a little magnetic closure.
Beautiful velvety texture.
Buildable and easy to blend.
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Con’s
Perfume scent may agitate overly sensitive skin.
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Overall Thoughts…
Lightweight, velvety and not too harsh on the purse strings. A great buildable blush with plenty of colour choice that gives a beautiful natural glow to even the fairest of skin. I love it!
Have you tried the Bourjois Blush Pots yet? If so, what’s been your final verdict? Whatever your thoughts I’d love to read them in the comments below so do stop by for a quick chatter
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Great review! You look gorgeous!
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Thank you so much Kara 🙂 So kind huni XXXX
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You’re welcome 😄
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Such a pretty blush!
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I love it Han, really pretty 🙂 XXXX
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Ooooo its so little and cute! X
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Adorable right?! Love how teeny it is 😀 hehe XXXXX
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Another great review Karen. I love the colour on you! Should give this Bourjois blush a go after I’ve finished my current one…
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Awwh thank you so much Kathleen – I was a little bit hesitant that the pink would work on me but it seems to be just grand 🙂 Yes, definitely give it a go as it’s such a fab little blush pot!! Hope you’re keeping well huni XXXX
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The blush looks so pretty and very blush-like😆
Hajara | Chocolatefrosst Xx
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hehe it sure it lovely lady 😀 XXXXX
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That is such a stunning blush!! Bourjous has such cute packaging. It looks terrific on your lovely skin 🙂 🙂 🙂 happppppy Cheeto Friday!!! Xoxo
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Don’t they just Leah?! They seem to get their packaging design perfect – always so chic!!! Awwh glad you like it too huni!!! Hope you’ve had a super duper weekend 🙂 XXXXXXXXX
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Is it true that Sephora is coming over to the U.K.? You’ll love it!!! Go in for one item and leave with the entire store! 💵💳💄💕💗 Bourjois on point, yessss
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I believe it’s going to London, though I’m sure you’ll not be able to move in it for the amount of folk – I’m an online girl when it comes to busy stores so I just might have to place my virtual orders instead! lol xxxx
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Ooh London where Big Ben is (or at least I think) I’m an online gal too. Twinsies 😀 you’ll end up spending money like it burns a damn hole in your pocket. Thanks Sephora for always making me broke haha 💄💗
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Yep the very same place – though I haven’t been there yet but I hear it’s a fab city to visit, especially for shopping!!! Yes, my bank manager would gets very nervous when he hears the word Sephora lol lol XXXXX ❤
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Fab but not drab. Hopefully one day we will get the opportunity to meet this Ben character 😀 SEPHORA – makeup 24/7 haha 😂❤️❤️❤️
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Love the sweet candy blush tint on the cheeks
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Me too huni, it’s so subtle and natural – really delighted I picked this colour!!! XXXX
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This blush looks so pretty on you!
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Awwh thank you huni 🙂 XXXX
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Looks gorgeous on you hun 🙂
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Thanks so much pet, I still love it and it smells gorrrrrgeous 😀 very vintage or something lol xxx
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Beautiful vintage look, have to give it a try myself 😍💅
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really is huni – and yes, defo try it ❤ XXXX
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