I decided against doing a monthly favourite post this month in favour of a yearly round up. Can I just say whittling down a list to eleven products was not an easy task! The items are in no particular order that would have been mission impossible (slight exaggeration).
Tangle Teaser
It is always a good sign when you can not imagine life without something. This more than applies to the tangle teaser, I have thick unruly hair and this little gadget makes light work of de-knotting my hair as is it gentle to the hair and scalp. I'm such a fan that I bought all the women in my family one.
MAC Angel Lipstick
Yes I know it is the shade that Kim Kardashian made famous but lets look that aside please as it is a really pretty shade. I guess we all have the one lipstick that when in doubt we reach for?
For me it is MAC Angel, it is my comfort blanket lipstick and the only MAC lipstick shade that I have repurchased time and time again!
Philosophy The Present
This is a fairly new product to be welcomed into my daily routine. It is a priming lotion that disguises and blurs fine lines/enlarged pores all the while providing a velvet soft base for you to apply make-up on top of. Unlike some primers this does not contain silicon so it feels rather light on the skin.
Cover Girl Lash Blast Mascara
Quite possibly the best mascara invented...well in my opinion anyway! It lengthens and adds volume to my eyelashes like no other and unlike some it does not smear nor flake. I am distraught that I am on my last tube and that it is not available in the U.K.
MAC Mocha Blush
Mocha? Does anyone else think of an errm brown shade when they see/hear the word mocha?
Well Mac Mocha is a dusky pink shade that has to be the easiest blush for me to whack on and go.
I completely bought this shade on a whim but as you can see from the huge dip in the centre, that it has more than been used and loved. Maybe the lesson here is it pays to be a brave and test shades that are not your normal go to's?
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| Sorry I don't have an individual photography of Dallas mine has now went to Make-Up Heaven and waiting on me to repurchase it, which I will as soon as the sales are over! |
Benefit Dallas Blush/Bronzer
I have to restrain myself with this boxed powder otherwise I would wear this daily. Such an odd shade in pan form, a sort of bronzed plum hue! Yet once on it gives a healthy bronze glow without any traces of orange. I more than highly recommend this shade!
Boots Pore Perfecting Deep Clean Mousse
The entire Pore range is fabulous but the facial foam wash is outstanding! I have completely used up two whole bottles of this stuff since discovering it. Okay my pores are still semi visible but it has been a huge improvement and blemishes are a thing of the past!
MAC Rubenesque Paint Pot
I am not the biggest eyeshadow wearer in the world but I love the simplicity and multi-tasking values of MAC Paint Pots. As you will more than likely know you can wear them as an eyeshadow,
a base or depending on the shade you choose a blush/highlighter or eyeliner. My to go to is Rubenesque, a golden peach shade that looks.
Victor and Rolf - Flower Bomb EDP
Strictly speaking my signature scent is of course Thierry Mugler Alien but this year I have had a dalliance with Flower Bomb! I have finished my current bottle but I think my Christmas gift vouchers may go towards a re-purchase! Such a yummy scent!
Philosophy Kiss Me Tonight
This is a miracle lip product. If you have cracked or flaky lips, slick on a fine layer of this before you go to bed and once you awaken your lips will be as good as new!
MAC Studio Sculpt Foundation
My foundation for 2011! Yes I had a dabble with Estee Lauder Double Wear and others
but for me this has been the foundation that won my heart. It is light to touch, blends like a dream and it covers every little fault. What is not to like?
What products did you love in 2011? What are you excited to see product wise in 2012?
For me it is Naked 2, MAC Naturally Collection and Benefit Hervana!
great list! the tangle teaser was definitely at the top of my list!
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ReplyDeleteI love the tangle teaser too and i only bought mine yesterday!
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@victoria - It is amazing isn't it :) who would have thought that a little plastic brush would have such amazing results :) x
ReplyDelete@zoe - me too :) ah you'll love it even more as the days pass :) x
Great list! Think I need to get me a tangle teaser! xx
ReplyDeleteIve just ordered a tangle teezer :D x
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Ive wanted to treat myself to flowerbomb for the longest time, heard such great things, will have to purchase soon. xxx
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Great product list. I am not make up wearer but been following your blog for a while to try and start playing with it more. Have a Happy New Year!
ReplyDelete@sparkly flamingo - honestly it is so much kinder to hair than a brush not to mention pain free :) x
ReplyDelete@shelly - yay :) I hope you love it! x
@miss lv- it's truly the most beautiful scent :) I hope you treat yourself to it soon :) x
@maca - aww thank you :) I hope 2012 is the year you discover your love for make-up! Happy New year :) x
I just came back from the US where I bought MAC Studio Scult foundation and I absolutely LOVE it. It's the first time I use liquid foundation and I have to say that I'm impressed ! It looks very very natural and feels super comfortable. And I think I'm gonna go Back2Mac soon and ask for that Angel lippie ! I love your blog, you make me want to buy more and more makeup everytime ! Have a very happy new Year ! xxx
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Benefit's Dallas, this was my first blush and I will always own it. Happy New Year x
ReplyDeleteI find the Soap and Glory Glam a Lot body spray smells slightly like fowerbomb! I buy that for a cheap day scent inbetween!
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I just wanted to thank you for al the hard work you must put into this blog! I discovered you and became a follower about a month ago and I have learned about so many fab products and tips since then it's totally blown my mind! keep up all the good work for 2012! I have now put lots of the above items on my wishlist! Gemma :) x
ReplyDeletep.s. I was given a tangle teaser for christmas, and OMG I love it so much, my hair was always such a pain to comb after washing but with this it's like a dream! totally FAB product and I agree, every woman should own one!
ReplyDelete@honey - hey :) I hope you enjoyed your travels :) yes I agree it is so light on the skin unlike others. Oh good choice Angel is just such a beautiful shade, thank you for your lovely words Happy New Year to you too! :) x
ReplyDelete@bright town girl - Isn't it just amazing :) thank you happy new year to you too :) x
@terri - Oh i must try that :) I always heard that Zara do a scent that smells exactly like Flowerbomb too :) x
@gemma - aww thank you that is just so kind :) haha yes tangle teaser is a breath of fresh air for us with tuggy hair haha :) x
The Tangle Teezer is definitely the best product I bought in 2011!
ReplyDeleteI also love MAC Angel. Angel is definitely one of my top favourite MAC lipsticks xxx
great post. you have converted me, i now neeed rubenesque + studio sculpt! xx
ReplyDeleteI really like Rubenesque too. :)
ReplyDeleteI love Flowerbomb..it's on my list to get this year along with Ellie Saab! I agree with Dallas, gives a gorgeous sunblushed glow...but more fresh than a bronzer. x
ReplyDeleteI can't live without my tangle teezer!
ReplyDelete@alexa - honestly how did we survive before it haha! Yes Angel is the most beautiful shade EVER :) x
ReplyDelete@Irene - aww sorry haha I hope you love them both though :) x
@alex - I'm so glad :) it's an amazing base isn't it :) x
@emily - it is just the most amazing floral scent ever! Oh I have yet to smell ellie saab but I will get on it :) x
@kelly marie - me too! out with brushes I say haha x
i LOVE the tangle teasers, I bought one for my sister but i keep stealing it to get out all the tangles in my hair from too much back combing! Will probably have to invest in my own soon! x
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8D I'm thoroughly pleased to own so many of your favorites!
ReplyDeletewant to try that covergirl
ReplyDeleteReally want flowerbomb! Lots of lovely products :) xx
ReplyDelete@maria - it is amazing if you ever come across it I highly recommend picking it up :) x
ReplyDelete@abby - it's so lovely isn't it :) x
this is great!! thanks so much!! x
ReplyDelete@christine - thank you for reading :) x
ReplyDeletewhere did you get your tangle teaser from?! everyones talking about them and I feel that I simply must try it!
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Hey, Maxfactor and Covergirl are the same company! Covergirl Lash Blast is the same as Maxfactor Flase Lash just rebranded!
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@lauren - you can get them from boots :) x
ReplyDelete@mandy - hello :) a few people have said that to me but I really dislike max factor false lash effect haha! That could be because I tried the waterproof version?x
Have you ever used Illamasqua makeup? It's not a brilliantly well known brand as it's only three years old but it's already all over the country.
ReplyDeleteBefore I started to use Illamasqua I swore by MAC but the Illamasqua products are so much more highly pigmented and the Skinbase foundation gives really good coverage with an exceptional finish when buffed into the skin! Definitely worth checking out if you're into your proffessional quality makeup.
Also, tangle teaser, i swear by mine!
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@israel winter - hey :) yes I've tried a few things from the brand mainly the blushes and nail polishes. I did buy the skin base when it first launched and really did not get on with at all. I might dig it back out and have another go :)
ReplyDeleteTangle Teasers are amazing arent they :) x