MY TOP 5 MAKE-UP PRODUCTS 2021

I've only 5 Make-Up products on my 2021 list, which is down from

6 products in 2020 here

 and that maybe due to the fact that I have been

more discerning with my make-up purchases during the past year

 and to be honest I'm getting to a point where I feel that I have really

found some wonderful products over the past few years and I'm loathed

to try anything new unless it speaks to me and I mean strongly

speaks to me.

Fortunately, these 5 below did and I wasn't disappointed and would

highly recommend.

Apart from the BURT'S BEES the rest all fall into the Luxury category

and two of the product were first time brands for me

As in 2020, I have 2 products from BY TERRY and I can assure you that

more will be appearing on my Top 2022 list.

Don't forget to Click on the Pink Links below to catch up on my

 Original Reviews. 

1.

BYTERRY

BRIGHTENING CC PALETTE

BEACH BOMB

I deliberated somewhat as to whether I should buy this palette

or not and I'm so glad that I finally saw the light, as this

has been my "go to" since I purchased it back in September.

Presented in a rose-gold embossed palette, which just oozes luxury, feels

so comfortable in the hand and has a great large magnifying mirror in the lid,

 which I do use, as many I don't.

I'm happy to report back that all the colours have been used equally either

 on the cheeks, face and I often apply as eyeshadow.

The colour pay off is good and true and they're easy to apply and blend

and I'm so happy with this multi-tasking palette.

It was a Limited Edition, but I see online that they are still available.

To read my Full Review

2.

BY TERRY

HYALURONIC

HYDRA CONCEALER

My collection of BY TERRY products has grown with each year and

I was excited to add the Hyaluronic Hydra Concealer back in August.

Along with a mascara, concealer is perhaps one of my most used

make-up items, so it's fair to say that I love a good concealer.

In a nutshell the Hyaluronic acid skincare concealer is an

 87% skincare based formula. 

It Hydrates,

Disguises dark circles, 

Plumps and blurs the skin, 

Brightens and protects,

 Buildable coverage and finally its Long-Lasting. 

On paper it seemed like it was a concealer that truly ticked all of my

concealer boxes and being a sucker for treatment based make-up, so

how could I or anyone else not like it, well the truth is I absolutely 

ADORE

this product and BYTERRY have nailed it again and I would go as far to say

 it's my No 1 concealer of all time.

To read my Full Review

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3.

CHANEL

LES BEIGES

FRESH-WATER TINT

Again this was another Luxury product that I dilly-dallied over

partially due to the price and did I need this type of a "barely there"

type of face tint product.

Well it appears that I did and I've been loving it, especially during 

these hot Summer months.

This was also, my first purchase ever of a Chanel Beauty product.

This lightweight, hydrating and instantly refreshing, the ultra-light formula

 is composed of 75% and can be used either on its own, 

under or over foundation.

I personally have only tried the "use on its own" method and it's like 

no other product that I have ever tried and whilst it offers zero coverage

it does reveal a radiant, healthy, glowing and hydrated complexion 

and I absolutely love everything about this product, 

with one exception...THE PRICE! and if your beauty budget can stretch,

then again, I highly recommend.

To read my Full Review

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4.

DIOR

LIP ADDICT

LIP GLOW BALM

I am a self confessed Lip Balm addict , as I have said on many occasions

and I am never too far away from one, however of late I have been 

"pushing out the spend boat" with this

 DIOR LIP GLOW LIP BALM

This was also my first DIOR spend for many a year.

Considering the price I was expecting great things from this product and 

on paper it looked promising, as this is the 1st Dior lip balm formulated

 with 97% natural-origin ingredients that

 subtly revives the natural colour of lips with a custom glow for 6h and 

hydrates the lips for 24h.

Multi-use, Dior Addict Lip Glow can be worn on its own as a lip balm

 or as a primer under lipstick, however I tended to wear it alone.

Did it turn out to be as promising on the lips as it did on paper?

Yes it did and this product may have ignited a DIOR flame

to try further Lip Addict products and shades.

To read my Full review

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5.

BURTS BEES

LIP BALMS

During 2021 I was introduced to the USA brand BURT'S BEES and have

 since become a huge fan of their Lip Balms.

I have cheated a little, as I have 3 favourites, so I've listed them all

under one. I have even included their Cuticle Cream in my 

Top Hair & Body Products of 2021.

In my opinion they have nailed ''all things'' lip balms and whether 

you are looking for a traditional moisturising natural lip balm, one with

a shimmer or a tinted lip balm you really can't go wrong with the

BURT'S BEES products, after all they have been perfecting their

Lip Balm art since 1984.

Tinted Lip Balm Review

Lip Shimmer Review

Mango Lip Balm Review

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If you would like to read my other Top posts for 2021

My Top 5 Hair & Body Products 2021

My Top 4 Most Disappointing Products 2021

Let me know in the comments below if you agree or disagree

 with any of my recommendations above.

CHANEL LES BEIGES WATER-FRESH TINT {REVIEW}

Considering that my entire working life has revolved around the beauty

and cosmetic industry I feel slightly embarrassed that I have never

bought anything from CHANEL BEAUTÉ not even one of their many iconic

 fragrances. 

So how did I arrive at today, reviewing one of their tint products

CHANEL LES BEIGES WATER-FRESH TINT

Launched a couple of years ago I was intrigued by this product

and having tried a sample (or should I say a bit in a pot, not

very CHANEL like) I was tempted, very tempted.

On the cutting edge of microfluidic technologies in the cosmetics field, 

CHANEL creates EAU DE TEINT, the first water-fresh tint by CHANEL.

Having put this temptation to one side due to its price point

I was only able to purchase the product very recently thanks to a discount

voucher combined with my quarterly Woolworths Rewards voucher

 that enabled me to acquire and not buy, as I paid R0'S.

Happy with my "freebie" I was unfortunately not so happy with the rather

indifferent service from the Sales Associates on both occasions.

This lightweight, hydrating and instantly refreshing, the ultra-light formula

 is composed of 75% water. 

Created with micro fluidic technology, micro-droplets of encapsulated 

pigments melt into the skin on contact creating a radiant bare-skin effect. 

It provides a softened, smooth finish, for an even complexion.

There are 8 shades on offer and I was torn between 

medium and medium plus and I'm glad I opted for the latter.

The included ergonomic brush blends the tint effortlessly

 into skin for an even and natural-looking application and in my opinion

 is key to this product, as it just doesn't apply the same if you use a sponge

 or your trusted fingers, so don't dismiss the brush (like I always do)

The high quality ergonomic brush made of both strong and soft fibres ensures 

optimal uniformity.

I also advise that you follow the application method:

Dispense a small amount of LES BEIGES EAU DE TEINT onto the back of 

your hand and use the brush to gently blend. 

Apply the transformed texture to the face in a circular motion for an even application.

LES BEIGES WATER-FRESH TINT 

may be used all over the face or on specific areas,

 either on its own, under or over foundation.

I personally have only tried the "use on its own" method and it's like 

no other product that I have ever tried and whilst it offers zero coverage

it does reveal a radiant, healthy, glowing and hydrated complexion 

and I absolutely love everything about this product, 

with one exception...THE PRICE!

CHANEL 

LES BEIGES 

WATER-FRESH TINT

30ml

R

1230

$

59

£

50

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {OCTOBER 2021}

 It's that time of the year when the months really do start to merge into 

one and with the "blink of an eye" another month has passed

and the Christmas period seems to be looming ever closer.

I have been a little spendy with the 4 products that I have under review

 during October, one is a revisited bath

product that I haven't used for many years, another is already a fave 

of mine, so I'm trying out their Plus version and two products

are from brands that I am buying for the first time...

L-R

CLARINS

RELAX

BATH & SHOWER 

CONCENTRATE

This bath product, I use it only in my bath, is a real blast from 

my beauty past.

Having worked for Clarins for many years the aroma from this 

concentrate fills me with joy, as it's packed with all the relaxing

essential oils needed to lull you into that relaxed state before bed

and I'm extremely excited to revisit this product after so many years.

* REVIEW NOW POSTED *

CHANEL

LES BEIGES

WATER-FRESH TINT

This was a very indulgent recent acquisition and one that I was able

to obtain for free, yes FREE, by using my Woolworths quarterly rewards

 voucher along with a discount voucher, which meant that I didn't hand 

any money over.

Launched a couple of years ago, it intrigued me at that time, after

trying a sample which I really liked, I still couldn't bring myself to 

lay out so much on a "water" tint product.

It also happens to be my first ever CHANEL purchase, which in itself

amazes me that at the age of 60 and after spending my entire working

career in luxury beauty, I had never used any beauty products

from CHANEL BEAUTY.

As you can imagine I have high hopes for this product considering 

the price.

* REVIEW NOW POSTED *

GATINEAU

FLORACIL PLUS

I'm a huge fan of the GATINEAU FLORACIL Eye Make-Up Remover

and again it was a brand that I had worked for

and having been reacquainted back in February 2020 I realised

just how good this eye make-up remover is, so I'm keen

to put the FLORACIL PLUS version for Waterproof eye make-up

to the test

To read my FLORACIL Review

* REVIEW NOW POSTED *

LAURER MERCIER

HYDRATING

LIP BALM

This is another first for me and it may seem an odd choice for

my intro into the world of LAURA MERCIER, but for me, as 

a Lip Balm addict, it was an obvious one.

Admittedly this was an impulse buy based on someone else's

 recommendation, so I really hope it doesn't disappoint.

* REVIEW NOW POSTED *

As always check back over the coming month to read my full product

reviews as to whether they get the Beauty Shout Box seal of approval

or not.