Summer Makeup: Phase Zero Liquid Coconut & Metal Veil Eyeshadows - Gilded, Simmer, Romance & Foxy - Review & Swatches

The latest wave of new makeup goodness has dropped from Phase Zero and these liquid eyeshadows are a Summer must-have! 

Available exclusively online from Love Me Beauty, Phase Zero has been causing something of a stir amongst makeup gurus and Youtube stars alike for a number of reasons. Firstly, everything from Phase Zero is cruelty-free which is always a big tick in my book, and secondly, it's super affordable thanks to their exclusive membership which allows makeup fans to pay a small monthly subscription fee of £5, in order to access massive discounts on all Phase Zero products. And we're talking up to 77% off the RRP, so there are some incredible bargains to be had. 

Thirdly though, all of the makeup that I've tried so far has been exceptionally good, and you can check out my reviews of their Liquid Lipsticks here, and their Eyeshadows and Build Your Own Palette deal here.

As Phase Zero are a new makeup brand, they are in the process of bringing out exciting products every month, and their latest additions are these amazing Liquid Eyeshadows which come in two different formulas; Coconut and Metal Veil. There are currently four shades in the Coconut range and seven in the Metal Veil range, and they are available to buy individually, or you can purchase them in complete sets. 

The Coconut Liquid Eyeshadows are infused with actual Coconut Water, and they have a much runnier and thinner consistency which requires a good shake-up before you use them. I wasn't expecting to like these at first, but they certainly surprised me! They're beautifully pigmented, insanely shimmery and quite versatile as you can blend them out whilst they're wet, but once they're dry, they set perfectly so you have a long-lasting, smudge-proof finish. 

In comparison, the Metal Veil Liquid Eyeshadows are a lot thicker texture wise and feel more like a traditional liquid or cream eyeshadow. These have an amazing colour payoff with an opaque level of coverage in one swipe, and come in a range of killer metallic shades that would look stunning for festival, party and holiday looks. They dry and set quicker than the Coconuts though, so you don't have a lot of time to work with them, but I found them pretty easy to apply, and once dry, they're also smudge-proof and last all day/night without creasing.

I've managed to get my hands on four of these beauties, so here are some swatches!

From top to bottom:-

Foxy Metal Veil Eyeshadow - Beautiful warm, metallic burnt orange. Completely different to anything that I currently have in my makeup collection and a very dramatic shade.

Romance Coconut Eyeshadow - A stunning classic pink champagne colour with lots of shimmer. Incredibly easy to wear as you can just swipe it on and you're done. I imagine this is going to be one the most popular shades!

Simmer Metal Veil Eyeshadow - This is an interesting burnt red shade that's very vampy and warm. Definitely a colour that's out of my comfort zone, but I found it quite flattering on.

Gilded Coconut Eyeshadow - Warm-toned, metallic golden copper. I really like this one underneath the bottom lashline for a pop of smouldering gold which looks amazing on tanned skin.

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New In Beauty: Build Your Own Eyeshadow Palette with Phase Zero + Exclusive Reader Discount Code!

Fed up with premade palettes that always seem to have at least one shade that you never, ever use? Fancy building your own perfect eyeshadow palette instead? The latest makeup release from Phase Zero lets you do just that!  

Last month, I introduced you all to the shiny new world of Phase Zero cosmetics (check out that post on their amazing Liquid Lipsticks here if you missed it), which is the new cruelty-free makeup range that's available exclusively from Love Me Beauty. 

If you'd like to get your hands on Phase Zero, you'll want to subscribe to Love Me Beauty for £5 per month (less than the price of a latte and a sandwich from Starbucks!) to get the best deals. This allows you to purchase any Phase Zero makeup at much more affordable prices, with up to 77% off the RRP. As the range is new, they are adding products on a monthly basis, so currently there's a range of Liquid Lipsticks, Lip Glosses, Lip Toppers, and these latest Eyeshadows for their Build Your Own Palette concept. 

I love Build Your Own Palettes because I often find that many premade palettes have at least one shade that I'm unlikely to wear, and I hate feeling like I've wasted money on a product that I'm never going to use. A number of makeup brands now offer BYO palettes, but naturally, they're often a lot more expensive than the premade ones, so it's great to come across one like this that's easier on the old purse strings!

Let's get this party started with a quick overview of the palette itself (£4.80 member's price). The front design has a cool holographic style print alongside the Phase Zero logo, and it feels very much like a Z Palette. It's sturdy yet compact, and has a large mirror on the reverse of the lid inside. Opening it, you'll find space for up to 12 Phase Zero eyeshadows, although I would only recommend it for 11 at most as it's quite a snug fit for all 12. The eyeshadows are on magnetic bases, so you all you need to do is select which ones you want, and then they'll automatically stick inside the palette. 

You can buy the eyeshadows in a range of colours, and currently, everything available has more of a neutral vibe going on, with some stunning metallics in the mix. The eyeshadows are available to purchase singularly (£2.90 each, member's price), in duos (£5 member's price), trios (£6.99 member's price), and in sets of 6 (£9.99 member's price). 

I have 12 of the eyeshadow shades to show you below to give you an idea of what's on offer:-

 From L-R: Party Dress, Pearl, Cashmere and Snowball

• Party Dress - A gorgeous dark grey/black with lots of silver glitter. Seriously pigmented!
• Pearl - Beautiful, glowy pearly-pink shimmer that looks very pretty all over the lid.
• Cashmere - A rusty coppery-pink with fine gold shimmer and a sheer satin finish.
• Snowball - Pale white highlight with a bright golden shimmer. 

 From L-R: Banana Beige, Nude Newbie, Bright Light, Coffee Cup

• Banana Beige - Golden sheer satin with yellow undertones. Quite pale on my olive skin tone.
• Nude Newbie - Light pink shimmer, again this pulls very light on my olive skin tone.
• Bright Light - Super pigmented white highlighter shade - look at that shimmer!
• Coffee Cup - Beautiful rich chocolate brown with fine gold shimmer.

From L-R: Cocoa, Warm Taupe, Velvet, Mush-a-Boom

• Cocoa - Mid-brown shimmer with warm undertones, lovely crease shade to add definition.
• Warm Taupe - Gorgeous soft taupe shade with a golden satin sheen finish. Beautiful all over the lid.
• Velvet - Incredible warm purple with red undertones and golden shimmer, absolutely stunning and insanely pigmented!
• Mush-a-Boom - Warm grey taupey shade with subtle shimmer.

Overall thoughts?

These eyeshadows have been some of my most reached for over the past month and I think they're all fantastic quality that's comparable to the likes of MAC and Urban Decay. There are definitely a couple of shades that I'm completely in love with (Pearl, Coffee Cup, Cocoa, Warm Taupe, Velvet and Mush-a-Boom), and they all have a silky soft formula that makes them easy to blend and work with. 

Some of the paler shades like Banana Beige, Nude Newbie and Bright Light don't do a lot for my skin tone, but I think they would work well for others. The only shade that I struggled with was Snowball as the formula was a little too soft and I experienced a lot of fallout with it, but there are enough shades here to keep me happy and there are plenty more to choose from on the Love Me Beauty website!

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Introducing: Phase Zero Liquid Lipsticks, Lip Glosses & Lip Toppers - Review & Swatches (plus DISCOUNT CODE!)

If you haven't heard of Phase Zero before, it might be because it's not available to purchase anywhere, except on Love Me Beauty. That's right, a beauty subscription box has recently dropped one of the most exciting makeup launches of the year so far, and everything is cruelty-free and super affordable!

In the often over-saturated world of beauty subscription boxes, Love Me Beauty was one that managed to stand out, as they were the first in the market to let their subscribers choose the products that they wanted to receive. I subscribed to them almost five years ago and really enjoyed the variety of brands that they offered, so I was thrilled when I was added to their press list (you can read my previous reviews of Love Me Beauty here).

Last month, I received a very exciting email from them detailing a new makeup launch called Phase Zero, and a brand new approach to their subscription business. They have now gravitated towards a business model that's akin to Beauty Pie, where for a small subscription fee of £5 per month, cosmetics fans will be able to purchase Phase Zero makeup at affordable factory prices with 77% off the full RRP.  

Currently, Phase Zero have released a range of lip products which include Liquid Lipsticks, Lip Glosses and Lip Toppers (all £3.50 each at the factory price), in a variety of classic and on-trend shades and finishes. I have to admit that I had no idea what the makeup was going to be like, but I was pleased to see that they had made everything cruelty-free, so I was curious to try it out!

The packaging is simplistic in chunky clear plastic topped with sleek white lids, but the typography gives it a cool and contemporary feel. I received an assorted package of their lip products, and having tested them out for a few weeks, they've managed to exceed all of my expectations. Everything has a sweet vanilla cupcake type of scent and there are some definite winners in this new range. 

Let's check out some swatches!

 Phase Zero Lip Topper in Prosecco Kiss

The Lip Toppers have been designed to be worn on their own or over any lipstick of your choice to give your lip look that 'X-factor'. Prosecco Kiss is definitely one that can be worn on its own, as you can see above, it's much more pigmented than I thought it would be! This is an incredible metallic rose-gold with the most beautiful foil type of finish. It feels comfortable on the lips, isn't sticky or drying, and is surprisingly long-lasting. I don't have ANYTHING like this in my makeup collection!

 Phase Zero Lip Topper in Holograph Girl

Holograph Girl is another unique Lip Topper, but this one is definitely on the sheer side as it features holographic glitter in a clear lip gloss base, which you can see in the swatch above. It looks particularly pretty over brighter shades like hot pinks and would be perfect to wear at Summer festivals and parties. 

Phase Zero Lip Gloss in Baby Pink

Moving onto the non-sticky Lip Glosses, Baby Pink is a classic light milky baby pink that makes the lips look fuller and poutier in just two swipes. A really easy to wear, every day, no-fuss, goes with everything, pink gloss that you can apply without a mirror. 

Phase Zero Lip Gloss in Goth Gloss

You'll certainly need a mirror for Goth Gloss though, as this darker burgundy/aubergine shade is a bit tricky to apply without one! I found it a little patchy when worn on its own, but this looks absolutely killer when swiped over a dark berry lipstick and has a tiny hint of shimmer.

Phase Zero Lip Gloss in Postbox Red

Postbox Red is one that surprised me as it pulls considerably brighter on my lips than I was expecting, and offers an almost full-coverage red with a huge amount of mega-watt glossy shine. If you're looking for a juicy bright red lip gloss, this is the one you're after! 

Phase Zero Liquid Lipstick in Pink Suede

Now for the Liquid Lipsticks and these are really, really good. These all dry down quickly and apply so smoothly, with a gorgeous velvet-matte finish. Plus, they're long-lasting and don't feel drying on the lips at all - winner! Pink Suede is one of those covetable, modern classic pale nudes that has just the right amount of pink in it.

Phase Zero Liquid Lipstick in Chai Latte

At first, I wasn't sure if Chai Latte suited me, but when I paired it with a smokey eye, it started to grow on me. It's very Kim K and needs a good contour and glowy base to make the most out of this straight-up pale nude.

 Phase Zero Liquid Lipstick in Gingerbread

Yes, yes and yes! Gingerbread is my kinda shade that I would happily wear every day, regardless of whether I'm going out or staying in. It's just beautiful! The most perfect blend of 'my lips but better', with a slightly darker, reddy-brown undertone thrown into the mix.

Phase Zero Liquid Lipstick in Classic Red

Classic Red is just that and it's one of those reds that I imagine would look amazing on all skin tones. The comfortable formula of Phase Zero's Liquid Lipsticks is really appreciated here and it applies so nicely.

Overall thoughts?

If you love makeup and buy it on a regular basis, the new Love Me Beauty will be right up your street, and the quality of Phase Zero has really impressed me so far with these gorgeous lip products. I also like the fact that if you don't want to subscribe, you can still purchase Phase Zero at the higher RRP if you'd prefer, although even with the minimum 3 month contract, it would probably still work out cheaper to sub for this length of time, buy the products at the factory prices and then cancel. Either way, it's fantastic to find a brand new range of cruelty-free makeup at affordable prices and I'm very excited to see what they launch next!

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Beauty Box: Love Me Beauty - October 2017 review + 20% Discount Code

If you like the idea of receiving a beauty box every month, but hate the surprise element, Love Me Beauty will be right up your street!

Unlike other beauty boxes that send you a random selection of products every month, Love Me Beauty lets you choose all of the products yourself from their online shop. So if you have enough skincare samples to last you for the next five years or dislike certain brands, LMB is the beauty subscription service for you. Their online shop is updated regularly, but they currently have brands such as NUXE, So Susan, Jelly Pong Pong, Kat Von D, Caudalie, Ecotools, Buxom, Bareminerals and Nails Inc available, so there's plenty to choose from. 

Every month you'll get 60 credits to spend in the online shop. Smaller travel size samples are often between 10-15 credits each, and full-size products are usually around 20-30 credits each, so you can mix and match what you'd like to receive that month and there's the option of purchasing additional credits if you fancy treating yourself further. I really like this flexibility, and you also get a makeup bag instead of a box which is pretty cool!

To give you an idea of some of the products that are up for grabs this month, just keep on scrolling :)

So Susan Haute Light Highlighting Pencil (1.5g travel size - 15 credits)

This universally flattering ivory cream coloured highlighting pencil is suitable for all skin tones and can be used anywhere on the face to instantly brighten it up. It feels creamy and is so easy to use - I love using it in the waterline and in the inner corner of my eyes to make them look bigger and more awake - a brilliant trick that's used by many make-up artists and a lifesaver for those mornings following a late night!

Jelly Pong Pong Bare Necessities Highlighting Pencil (1.5g travel size - 15 credits)

Jelly Pong Pong's Highlighting Pencil works in essentially the same manner as the So Susan one above, but has a more pinky, fleshy undertone to it, so depending on your skin tone, you could use this as a concealer, eyeshadow base, and of course, as a highlighter. Again, it's great in the waterline and inner eye corner to make you look instantly more awake.

Jelly Pong Pong Play Paint in Damson (full size - 20 credits)

Play Paint is an awesome multipurpose cream based product that can be used on both lips and cheeks for a vibrant pop of colour. It's very pigmented so a tiny amount goes a very long way and it has a lovely velvety texture that blends beautifully. Damson is a pretty pink shade for everyday wear and stays put for up to 10 hours which is really impressive! 

So Susan Lip Dome in Mango (full size - 15 credits)

This lip crayon feels very similar in texture and finish to the Clinique Chubby Sticks and is somewhere between a lip stain and a hydrating balm. It feels really comfortable on the lips which is ideal for this time of the year when they're feeling drier, and this colour Mango is very flattering on. The Lip Dome has a 'plumping' formula that's infused with Hyaluronic Acid and Tripeptide-I to help increase lip volume and improve elasticity, so if you want to have a fuller pout, this is one to try out.

NUXE Creme Fraiche de Beaute (15ml travel size - 15 credits)

I always enjoy trying anything from NUXE, and their Creme Fraiche de Beaute has been on my beauty wishlist for a while now, so I'm pleased to finally have the opportunity to try it! This moisturiser is suitable for normal skin and contains a range of Plant-based milks and Algae Extract to offer 48-hour hydration and a protective anti-pollution filter. I've only tried it twice, but so far so good!

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Beauty Box: Love Me Beauty - August 2017 review + 20% Discount Code

Moving on from the changes that Love Me Beauty introduced last month (check out my previous review here for all the info on those), I was really pleased to see them add a whole bunch of new products to their online shop for this month's picks.

If you're new to Love Me Beauty, they're a beauty subscription service which lets you choose the products that you want to receive every month, so if you've been disappointed by the 'surprise' element of other boxes in the past, this one should be much more your thing! 

In exchange for the monthly fee, you'll receive 60 credits to spend on whatever products you want from Love Me Beauty's online shop and there are lots to choose from. If you spot extra products that you want, you have the option of purchasing additional add-on credits so you can really go to town treat yourself! In addition to the products that you pick, you'll also receive a free makeup bag with your order every month instead of a traditional box, which is a nice little extra.

Here's what I got in August's Love Me Beauty bag to give you an idea of the products that are currently available. These are all focused on luxury makeup and fragrance minis, but there are also makeup brushes, skincare, bodycare and nail polishes to choose from as well.

 Buxom Full-On Lip Polish in Dolly (1.5ml deluxe mini - 15 credits)

Buxom are one of those make-up brands that I've been wanting to try out for a while now, but for some reason, I just never got around to picking up any of their products. Needless to say, I was very happy when I saw that Love Me Beauty had added some of their items to the online shop and I just had to try some! This Full-On Lip Polish in the shade Dolly is one of the brand's bestsellers and features their unique plumping formula to give you a big sexy pout. It subtly tingles and feels cooling when you apply it, and guess what - it works! Dolly is a sheer, shimmery lip gloss in a light mauve shade - very pretty and it doesn't feel overly sticky - I love it!

Buxom Full-On Lip Polish in Dolly

 Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick in Cathedral (1.2g deluxe mini - 20 credits)

Is there anything cuter than a miniature lipstick?! I absolutely adore these Studded Kiss Lipsticks from Kat Von D and I'm thrilled to add a new shade to my growing collection. The formula is truly amazing; they're richly pigmented, go on so smoothly, feel moisturising and they stay put for hours. This shade Cathedral is definitely a new favourite of mine - a stunning medium pink with a subtle touch of a brown undertone to it.

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick in Cathedral

 Kat Von D Lock It Translucent Setting Powder (1.4g - 20 credits)

I've heard a lot of great things about this Kat Von D Lock It Translucent Setting Powder and it has a lovely silky feel to it. It features a clever kind of 'micro-blurring' technology which helps to give a flawlessly diffused finish to the skin so that you're 'selfie-ready' at all times. I've used it twice so far and I'm seriously impressed it. This powder works amazingly well for setting concealer underneath the eyes, and it helps makeup stay looking fresh for longer when applied all over the face.

 Buxom Lash Mascara in Black (6ml deluxe travel size - 15 credits)

If you're in the market for a new mascara, why not try out this one from Buxom? For just 15 credits, you get a deluxe travel size of their bestselling Lash Masacara which adds intense volume, whilst separating and defining the lashes for a super glam, wide awake, fluttery finish. The curved rubber bristle brush really manages to grab every single lash without clumping - brilliant stuff!

Kat Von D Eau de Parfum in Saint (4.5ml travel size - 10 credits)

Perfume fans can pick up travel-sizes of Kat Von D's hugely popular Saint and Sinner Eau de Parfums for just 10 credits each. I have Saint which is a sweet, floral blend of Jasmine, Vanilla, Musk, Mandarin, Caramel and Plum. It's a lovely Summer fragrance and perfect for everyday wear.

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Beauty Box: Love Me Beauty - July 2017 review + Free Gift Code

There are some very exciting new changes with Love Me Beauty this month and I think you're all going to love them!

For the past few months, I've been reviewing Love Me Beauty and they've quickly become one of my favourite beauty boxes on the market. Why? As much as I love surprises, I also enjoy being able to choose which products I want to receive in the boxes - it means that you don't end up with a huge drawer of unused samples that aren't suitable for your skin type, or loads of perfume minis that you know you'll never get around to wearing! 

So what's new with Love Me Beauty?

Previously, Love Me Beauty would host a monthly online 'edit', which was valid for that month only and then changed the next month. This was great, but if you didn't choose your products fast enough, there was a chance that popular items would sell out. Listening to customer feedback about this, Love Me Beauty have now scrapped the monthly edit in favour of an online shop, giving subscribers much more choice with a wider range of brands and products being available, plus there's more flexibility as products in the shop will stay around for longer than a month.     

Has anything else changed?

No. The subscription fee remains the same as before and you'll still receive 60 credits per month to spend on whatever products you like in the online shop. You can also still purchase add-on credits  if you wnat to purchase more products, and you'll still receive a free makeup bag every month too!

Speaking of the free makeup bag - how cute is the design this month?! 

So then, onto the products! There's a cool Vacation Vibes theme going on which means lots of travel-friendly products, and a good mix of skincare and makeup to choose from. Brands that are currently in the Love Me Beauty shop are Nails Inc, Ecotools, Rodial, Perricone MD, Nip & Fab, Caudalie, Amie, Ellis Faas, Kat Von D, Aromatherapy Associates and NUXE. Spoilt for choice? Yep, I thought so!

To give you an idea of what you can choose, here are some of the top picks below:-

Ecotools Complexion Buffing Brush (full size - 20 credits)

You guys all know how much I love Ecotools' makeup brushes and their Complexion Buffing Brush is ideal for creating a flawless looking base. I've used this with mineral/powder and liquid foundations, and it works incredibly well with both. It's really easy to use thanks to the soft synthetic bristles that form a flat, kabuki-style head which distributes and buffs in product evenly across the face, so you get a lovely smooth finish.

Nails Inc Nail Polish in Bayswater Avenue (full size - 25 credits)

There are a number of Nails Inc Nail Polishes available in the shop, ranging from summery brights to on-trend nude pinks. This shade Bayswater Avenue is a beautifully soft, barely there, nude-pink and as always with Nails Inc, the quality is brilliant too.

Rodial Dragon's Blood Eye Masks (1 pair - 15 credits)

For a mere 15 credits, you can try out the hugely popular Dragon's Blood Eye Masks from Rodial which are a favourite amongst many A-listers including Ellie Goulding. The innovative bio-cellulose eye masks help to hydrate, de-puff and tone the delicate eye area in 20-30 minutes, resulting in instantly brighter peepers. A must try!

Nip & Fab Glycolic Fix Daily Cleansing Pads (travel pack of 5 pads - 5 credits)

Lastly, for just 5 credits, you can treat your skin to this holiday friendly pack of exfoliating pads from Nip & Fab. These are loved by so many bloggers including myself, as they will gently exfoliate your skin using Glycolic Acid which makes your complexion look clearer, feel smoother and be more radiant and glowy overall.

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Beauty Box: Love Me Beauty - June 2017 review + 20% Discount Code

After seeing a sneak peek of one or two of the new products that have been added to June's Love Me Beauty edit, I couldn't wait to see the rest. 

If you're new to Love Me Beauty, they're basically a beauty subscription service where you can choose the products that you want. You're given 60 credits every month to spend in the current online edit and products can be from 10-30 credits each, depending on the size and brand (e.g full-size products will cost more than travel size samples etc). You also get a free makeup bag every month (the new June design is super cute as you can see above!) instead of a box, and there's the option to purchase add-on credits if you want more products.

This month's new edit is called #HelloSummer and there are some fantastic goodies up for grabs from high-end brands such as Perricone MD, Caudalie, YuBe, NUXE to name but a few. The range of products also appears to have almost doubled since last month, giving you more choice than ever before to kit out your summer holiday bag.

Below are just some of the products that you can expect to find in the new Love Me Beauty edit - some change throughout the month depending on popularity and stock levels, so move fast if something catches your eye!

Caudalie Divine Oil (15ml travel size - 15 credits)

I've been a long time fan of this amazing multi-purpose oil (check out my original review here) and these travel sized bottles come in so handy. You can use it on the body, face and hair, and I generally like to use a few drops on the ends and lengths of my hair as a leave-in conditioning treatment, but it's lovely to use all over your body as a pampering treat as well!

Caudalie Vinoperfect Concentrated Brightening Essence (50ml travel size - 15 credits)

Although I really love Caudalie's Vinoperfect range (their Radiance Tinted Moisturiser is brilliant), this essence has managed to pass me by so I've been enjoying trying it out, and so far, so good. Use it after cleansing and toning, but before your serum/moisturiser for an extra brightening boost.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum (10ml travel size - 15 credits)

If your skin is looking dull and needs a helping hand in the brightening department, you can also pick up the Radiance Serum from the same Vinoperfect range, and this works so well with the essence above.

Caudalie Nourishing Body Lotion (50ml travel size - 15 credits)

As well as skincare, Caudalie do some amazing body and pampering products, and their Nourishing Body Lotion is a lovely body moisturiser to reach for during the summer months. It has a really fresh scent and leaves skin feeling silky soft.

Perricone MD Face Finishing Moisturiser Tint (30ml deluxe travel size - 30 credits)

I was so happy to see this in the edit because I've been wanting to try it for ages! I've used Perricone MD's No Foundation Foundation and the No Concealer Concealer on and off for years and this Face Finishing Moisturiser Tint is somewhere in between a moisturiser and a tinted moisturiser if that makes any sense?! It's one of the brand's bestsellers and just gives a really subtle hint of colour to the skin - so nice to use when you just want a fresh face for the day. It also includes SPF 30 so it's perfect for your holiday bag.

PIXI Nourishing Lip Polish (full-size RRP £14)

To keep lips prepped and looking their best, PIXI's Nourishing Lip Polish is a make-up bag must-have, especially if you love wearing matte liquid lips like I do. It does exactly what it says on the tube, but in a gentle and effective way. Love it!

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Beauty Box: Love Me Beauty - May 2017 review + 20% Discount Code

May's Love Me Beauty order has arrived, and it's seriously getting me in the mood for the summer holidays, with a great range of travel size minis that are up for grabs this month.

One of my favourite things about beauty boxes is the ability to 'try before you buy', especially when it comes to exploring more higher end and luxury brands. There's nothing worse than spending your hard-earned cash on a new product and then quickly realising that it doesn't work for your skin type, which is why I love samples and travel sizes so much. They also come in handy of course for travelling with and are particularly useful when you're flying with just hand luggage and need to keep within those tricky liquid restrictions. 

This month's Love Me Beauty edit is called #ShineBright, and is packed full of beauty minis that are all under the 100ml liquid restrictions, so it's well worth a look if you have a holiday coming up! I'm really happy to see skincare minis from NUXE, Ultrasun, Aromatherapy Associates, and there are also makeup minis from Manna Kadar Beauty, Charlotte Tilbury and Kat Von D available too.

Each month, you get 60 credits to spend on whatever you fancy and you can purchase add-on credits if you see more products that you'd like to get your hands on. Below are just a handful of some of the products that you can purchase with your credits in this month's new #ShineBright edit.

NUXE Reve de Miel Cleanser (15ml travel size - 10 credits)

Remember when every blogger was obsessed with NUXE's Reve de Miel lip balm? I certainly was (you can read my previous rave review of it here), and still am, so I'm looking forward to trying out this cleanser from the same range. It's described as a gentle soap-free cleanser that also doubles up as a makeup remover, and it's infused with Honey, Coconut Oil and Sunflower Seed Oil to be kind on dry and sensitive skin types. 

NUXE Gentle Exfoliating Gel (15ml travel size - 10 credits)

If you have sensitive skin and are looking for a gentle but effective exfoliator to help clear up any congested areas that you many have, this one from NUXE is a great one to try. It comes in a lovely and refreshing gel format with lots of fine scrubby bits to buff away dead skin cells, leaving your complexion brighter and smoother after just one use. I've used this before in the past and loved it!

NUXE Huile Prodiguese (10ml travel size - 10 credits)

Huile Prodiguese is one of my absolute favourite products from NUXE and I've gone through countless bottles of it over the years. It's one of the best multi-purpose dry oils on the market and it smells amazing! You can use this on the face and body to add hydration wherever you need it and it also works well on your hair as a leave-in conditioning treatment and to tame any flyaways. A little goes a long way so this mini bottle will last you a good while.

Manna Kadar Beauty Liplock Stain in Shae (1.5g travel size - 20 credits)

I hadn't heard of Manna Kadar Beauty before but they're a popular Californian cosmetics brand that are better known in the US. This Liplock Stain is highly pigmented like a liquid lipstick, yet feels hydrating and has a glossy finish like a lipgloss. I have the shade Shae which is a really pretty light neutral pink that looks great for everyday wear - a new handbag favourite for sure!

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Beauty Box: Love Me Beauty - April 2017 review + 20% Discount Code

If you're on the hunt for some new makeup brushes, but you're on a budget, look no further than Love Me Beauty's April Edit as it's full of the brand new range from Ecotools!

Love Me Beauty unveiled their latest edit called #InFullBloom this month to mark the arrival of Spring, and they've added some new and exciting brands to their website. Subscribers are given 60 credits per month to spend on whatever they like in the online edit, and you can purchase additional add-on credits if you'd like to treat yourself to some more products. Each month, you'll also receive a free make-up bag with your products as this subscription doesn't use boxes!

I was thrilled to see the likes of Ecotools, Living Proof, Amie, and Dr Bragi up on the site, as well as brands from last month such as Caudalie, Merumaya, Kat Von D, Perricone MD and Make Up Forever - in case you missed any of their products last time (check out my review of last month's Love Me Beauty edit here). Regular readers will know that I've been a long-term fan of Ecotools for years now, in fact, they were one of the very first brands that I bought my makeup brushes from as a teenager! I love their eco-friendly ethos and all of their products are cruelty-free. 

So without further ado, let's check out some of the products that you can pick up from Love Me Beauty this month:-

 Ecotools Full Powder Brush (RRP £9.99 - 20 credits)

The first thing that you'll notice with this brush is just how big and fluffy the head is as it's composed of a staggering 70,000 bristles, and no, that's not a typo! That's around 200% more bristles than your standard powder brush and these cruelty-free, synthetic bristles are super soft. I've been using this mainly as a setting brush with loose powder and it provides an easy, flawless finish as the bristles distribute the powder so finely and evenly across the face. A must-have for any makeup fan!

 Ecotools Eye Duo Set (RRP £6.99 - 20 credits)

If you need some new brushes to perfect a smokey eye look or just want something to use for every day, Love Me Beauty have included this handy Ecotools Eye Duo Set which includes two full-length brushes. Each brush has two ends, and these are clearly labelled so you know what you can use them for. In this set, there are ends for Smudge, Blend, Shade and Define, and again, the bristles are cruelty-free and feel nice and soft to work with.

 Ecotools Perfecting Blender Duo (RRP £9.99 - 20 credits)

Makeup sponges are something that I always love trying out, and I use them most times that I apply liquid foundation. This Perfecting Blender Duo are the new makeup sponges from Ecotools and the pack contains a larger dark green sponge, alongside a smaller lime green sponge. They're made from 100% vegan EcoFoam technology and have a really great texture to them - they're firm but have a good 'bounce' once they're wet. Both of the sponges are angled which makes them super easy to use as they effortlessly blend foundation everywhere that it's needed, and I absolutely love the smaller one for blending concealer underneath my eyes and it's useful to use around the nose.

 Ecotools Contour Perfecting Sponge Applicator (RRP £5.99 - 20 credits)

Contouring fans will be intrigued by the new Ecotools Contour Perfecting Applicator which has a tear-drop shaped sponge tip to follow the natural contours of your face. I was a little sceptical of this when I first saw it because I've tried similar products in the past, but this one is actually pretty good. The sponge is much firmer than the makeup sponges above, so I'd recommend getting it a lot wetter to make blending easier, as I found it impossible to use it when it's dry. I do like using it with my cream contour palettes though to add definition where it's needed.

Dr Bragi Intensive Treatment Mask (RRP £10 for one mask - 25 credits)

If you love sheet masks, Love Me Beauty have included a luxury Intensive Treatment Mask from Dr Bragi this month. This one's designed to treat redness, dehydration and the first signs of premature ageing due to a powerful formula of Marine Enzymes. Looking forward to giving it a go!

Living Proof Prime Style Extender Spray (15ml travel size - 15 credits)

For those upcoming summer holidays, you can pick up this travel size bottle of Living Proof's popular Prime Style Extender Spray which promises to help prolong any hairstyle or blow-dry for twice as long as usual thanks to its ability to repel everyday dirt and oil with its innovative silicone-free formula.

Amie Purifying Facial Wash & Matte Finish Moisturiser (2 x 10ml travel sizes - 5 credits)

Lastly, for a mere 5 credits, you can choose this travel-sized skincare duo from Amie which features two of their bestselling products; the Purifying Facial Wash and Matte Finish Moisturiser. Handy for throwing into your holiday bag!

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