MY URBAN DECAY HAUL

For months now we have known that Urban Decay have been planning to open 

a store in Gateway Theatre of Shopping  (North of Durban), 

but little did we know that it's been a two year undertaking to find 

the correct position within the centre. 

Finally, in all its purple glory, it opened a couple of Friday's ago and I was lucky 

to have been invited along to the VIP opening prior to its officially launch

 on Saturday 28th July.

Urban Decay have 3 stand alone stores around SA and if I'm not mistaken

 their latest is also the largest. 

Urban Decay have been around for the past 20 years or so and their motto is 

URBAN DECAY

Beauty with an Edge.

Urban Decay over the past two decades have never stopped experimenting

and now offer an endless array of high performance cosmetics that are much 

loved around the world and I'm happy to see we have our own store

here in Gateway.

            

 Their stores, besides looking fantastic are easy to navigate around and all of 

the products are well displayed

and the staff are super helpful irrespective of whether you're looking for an edgy

metallic look, a sexy smokey eye or a classic natural look.

Make-up junkies over 40 also want Beauty With An Edge, granted maybe

 not so much of the vivid bright colours, but there is so much more to UD

than that.

Urban Decay really do cater for all ages and all skin tones, so remove those ideas

out of your head right now if you think that UD is not a cosmetics

brand for you, as you will be surprised at the selection of products on offer

and the depth of shade selection they have.

(I was shocked to see that they have 40 Eye Pencil shades)

I was also excited to see a great selection of lipsticks and glosses

from deep-dark shades to bold bright to super versatile neutrals

(all in a range of finishes)

 there’s literally "Lipsticks for Africa" and something for everyone 

and I walked away with two. 

Hi Fi Shine Ultra Cushion Lipgloss in the shade BACKTALK 
and one of their popular

 Vice Lipsticks cream formula in the shade Violate, but I could have easily bought 

so many more and I'm sure I'll be back.

Urban Decay are perhaps most infamous 

for their Naked Eye Shadow Palettes (of which there are now several) 

and I've been eyeing the Naked Ultimate Basics Eye Palette for sometime now

 online and have even picked it up in Selfridges in London only to 

put it down again in favour of the IT Cosmetics CC Cream. (Sorry UD)

Read my review of the IT CC Cream

This palette contains all matte shadows, which are definitely more flattering

 on an older woman like "moi" and I'm hoping that once I've reviewed 

this palette it will be one that I can highly recommend as the

 Ultimate eyeshadow palette "go to" for everyday neutral and natural eye looks. 

As we were lucky enough to be gifted this palette,I thought I would buy 

myself the other palette that was on my radar, 

the more recently launched BACKTALK Eye and Face Palette. 

This collection revolves around soft nudes and pinks and I have to say I love the 

look of this pretty selection of eye and face shades.

I will be doing full reviews on both of the above and I'll be giving you my recommendations, as to whether they're worth the spend of R860.

Urban Decay

 (I've just seen on their website that the Naked Ultimate Basics Palette has

been reduced and is now selling for R430)

My next purchase was an eyeshadow primer, as I know all too well that as we get 

older sometimes our eyeshadow doesn't stay in the same place, as we applied it 

or it has that nasty habit of creasing or collecting in the folds of the skin, 

that unfortunately only highlights any creepiness on the eyelid even more,

so I'll be putting the Eyeshadow Primer Potion to the test and of course I opted for

 the Anti-Ageing formula.

Over the coming weeks I will post my thoughts and opinions on these products

from Urban Decay, thus enabling you to make your own mind up as to whether

its worth spending your money on or not.

Just a spoiler though... I already give a thumbs up to two. 

Let me know in the comments below if you have used any UD products

 and which I should buy next.

URBAN DECAY HI-FI SHINE ULTRA CUSHION LIP GLOSS {REVIEW}

Some time ago I bought several Urban Decay products and I have slowly been reviewing them over the past few months.

This is my final product from that recent haul and again I've been blown away

by how impressed I have been with each and every product that I bought.

My Urban Decay Haul

What I've experienced over the years is that I perhaps love some products from a brand

 and then I find some that hugely disappoint,but so far this hasn't

happened with Urban Decay and I'm sure they've got some weaker products

lurking in their product lineup.

As I've said in my previous reviews Urban Decay is for all ages and I'm proof of that and whilst UD, isn't budget in price it has delivered on product performance

and just as important, its been so enjoyable to use. So if you want to know what products I highly recommend then check out my full reviews.

To read my Urban Decay reviews

I do love a good Lip Gloss and the HI-FI Shine Ultra Cushion Lip Gloss appealed 

to me instantly.

Laced with vitamin E and peppermint oil, the hydrating formula leaves lips feeling nourished, has an immediate plumping effect and comes in a yummy vanilla-mint flavour.

 This gloss is super comfortable to wear and doesn't have a sticky or tacky feel to it

which so many lip glosses can have.

 Unfortunately as we age, the lines around our mouth become deeper and more noticeable and the last thing we need is a feathering, bleeding lipstick or lip gloss that draws attention to the mouth area,

so good news... this one doesn't do either, but what it does do is

 instantly makes those thinning lips feel plumper. 

There are 22 shades to chose from and covers everything from blaring brights 

to soft neutrals in four different effects—metallic, holographic, cream and sheer cream.  

I must say some colours and the effects are way out there

 for the more mature of us, whilst other shades are just perfect.

I opted for the shade BACKTALK to compliment my BACKTALK palette 

and it was right up my "Lipstick Street".

(cream formula, not super glossy, perfect shade)

It's described as a Mauve-nude pink and even though its richly pigmented the longevity can't be compared to my Vice Cream Lipstick, but as far as lip glosses fair,

 it made me Urban Decay happy...

I must also mention the sleek packaging which has 2 clear shade sides that 

and allows for a quick colour check and grab out of the depths of a handbag.

Another interesting and noticeable feature of this lip gloss is the latest technology

 flexible, flocked-silicone paddle applicator that

 allows you to swipe on a generous, even layer of gloss and there's no need to double dip.

This technology also prevents the applicator from disintegrating and the neck of the 

gloss stays fairly clean unlike some that get so dirty and sticky with gloss build up. 

 URBAN DECAY 

HI-FI SHINE ULTRA CUSHION 

LIP GLOSS

R

290

£

15

$

18

For more details

 Online

URBAN DECAY ALL NIGHTER MAKE-UP SETTING SPRAY #TBT REVIEW

This is a throwback to May 2019 when we had URBAN DECAY in South Africa

and I had a store, literally, 5 minutes from my house.

URBAN DECAY is a favourite of mine despite not being their typical age demographic

but who cares these days and UD have lots to please the more mature amongst us.

Sadly UD is now back on my overseas shopping list and this product in particular

URBAN DECAY ALL NIGHTER SETTING SPRAY

I'm nearly at the end of my back-up stash from their closing down sale, which is

a pity, as this is such a great product.

Let me know in the comments below if you have tried this product from

UD and have a good dupe that's available in SA as I would love to know.

~~~~~~

I wasn't sure if I actually needed this product in my life or not, but I knew that I 

had FOMO that "fear of missing out" feeling.

So many users absolutely rave about this make-up setting spray and to be honest

 I was curious, but cautious.

On occasion I have been known to be suckered into the beauty hype that surrounds

certain products, especially when the products have been gifted to Beauty Bloggers, 

however it's a different story when you still read rave reviews from bloggers 

that have taken their own cash and bought the product.

So I decided to take the R460 plunge...

URBAN DECAY have become one of my favourite make-up brands over 

the past year and I haven't yet been disappointed with any of 

my purchases or items that have been gifted.

UD currently have several make-up setting sprays on offer, but it was the 

All Nighter

that appealed to me the most and the one that is most coveted by 

other brands.

All make-up wearers will agree that when we apply in the morning, 

our make-up looks good, but sadly the same cannot be said as the 

day progresses and even more so in hot humid climates 

(like Durban experiences in February)

 and this is where a make-up setting spray can really help...

The All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray claims to keep makeup looking like 

its been just-applied for up to 16 hours—

without melting, fading or settling into fine lines.

Developed in an exclusive partnership with Skindinavia, their groundbreaking, tested formula is suitable for all skin types, free of oil and parabens, and

 features patented Temperature Control Technology. 

Yep, this spray actually lowers the temperature of your makeup to keep

 foundation, eyeshadow, blush and concealer in place—even in hot and 

humid or cold and windy conditions and it sounded perfect, 

but did it do all that it claims?

Yes, Yes and more Yes's, 

it lived up to all the hype, praise and awards bestowed on the product.

There was no transfer, no fading, no settling into the lines and more 

importantly for me no melting, your make-up stays in place literally all day

 and all night if needed.

I must mention here for those people that don't like to spray products 

onto their face, an important point of difference between this setting spray

 and others on the market, the UD spray delivers a calibrated, microfine mist 

that goes on so light, leaves no stickiness on the skin and you hardly feel 

anything on the skin at all.

How To Use:

After applying makeup, shake bottle well, hold 8"–10" away and mist face

 2–4 times, in an “X” and “T” formation. 

Close eyes before misting.

 If you want extra intense shadow colour, less fallout and even longer wear, 

then wet your brush with All Nighter before you apply.

My initial scepticism aside, after one application on a very hot and humid 

February day in Durban, I  quickly realised that I so needed this product

 in my life and it has now become the final step in my make-up routine 

and just for the record I don't regret my 

R460 plunge at all...

URBAN DECAY

ALL NIGHTER

MAKE-UP SETTING SPRAY

118ml

R

480

£

24

27

€

31.50

33

$

32

33

Available from URBAN DECAY Boutiques countrywide and online

URBAN DECAY SOUTH AFRICA

URBAN DECAY VICE CREAM LIPSTICK {REVIEW}

Lipsticks and Lip glosses are my most purchased cosmetic items 

and I honestly didn't need to buy anymore, but I did!

Like a magpie, I'm drawn to them and I was truly like a kid in a candy store 

when the latest URBAN DECAY store opened its doors in Gateway recently. 

They seemed to have zillions of eye catching shades and formula's on display, 

just a slight excited exaggeration I know, but in fact they do have an 

extensive selection.

 From bold brights to Dark, sexy shades and super-versatile neutrals their lipstick

 shade range seems to have it all, as there's something for everyone.

Their infamous Vice Lipstick comes in a massive lineup of over 100 shades 

and in six finishes.

so here's a quick run down of what's on offer regarding their formula's :

MEGA MATTE:

 super-intense matte

COMFORT MATTE:

 our creamiest matte

CREAM:

 the original: creamy, badass luxury

METALLIZED:

 cream with a high level of pearl

SHEER:

 a punch of colour with a sheer, shiny finish

SHEER SHIMMER:

 slightly transparent finish with floating pearl and a smooth texture

I decided to go for a trusted Cream formula in the shade VIOLATE

 and having never used an

UD Lipstick before I wasn't too sure what to expect.

This Cream formula has a super-creamy texture, which I enjoy and is packed

with nourishing ingredients, leaving the lips soft and conditioned and never dry.

 Aloe vera, jojoba, avocado and babassu oils nourish and soften lips. 

Illipe butter (derived from Malaysian illipe trees) provides long-lasting moisture.

 Whilst Vitamin C and vitamin E provide a hit of antioxidants.

You will be pleased to know that just one swipe provides 

an unbelievable lay down of colour and it stayed longer than many 

other cream lipsticks of a similar price that I own.

The pigment load in all of the Vice Lipstick is insane 

and the Cream formula applied smoothly (without dragging or skipping)

 and to be honest, it feels amazing on the lips. 

After the first application I was in love and could only then fully understand

 all the buzz around the URBAN DECAY Vice Lipsticks, not only do they

deliver, have beautiful packaging, but they're also

slightly very addictive, which I wasn't expecting!

This is my 2nd review that I've posted Posts about 
URBAN DECAY 
and so far I'm loving what this brand has to offer and it only goes to 
confirm my tweak to their logo

URBAN DECAY
Beauty With An Edge
(For All Ages)

Urban Decay

Vice Cream Lipstick

R

250

£

16.50

$

18

URBAN DECAY

URBAN DECAY STAY NAKED CORRECTING CONCEALER {REVIEW}

I recently took advantage of the URBAN DECAY 50% Off Sale and used it

as a way to stock up on some of my much loved tried and tested products and at

the same time I popped into my basket a couple of products that I've been 

wanting to try out.

If you would like to check out what I bought in the big sale then click on the

 Pink Link below

URBAN DECAY SALE HAUL

 and for all those much loved faves you will find Pink Links

within the Sale Haul post.

Similarly with a mascara ,I'm always the hunt for a "best" concealer one to

help conceal and camouflage my problem area and that's my dark circles under the 

eyes along with redness around my nose area.

The 

STAY NAKED 

CORRECTING CONCEALER, 

on paper, seemed to be the one and I couldn't pass by the opportunity to purchase 

one at half the normal price.

The URBAN DECAY NAKED Collection is the Holy Grail of the URBAN DECAY 

product line-up and to accompany their hugely popular long wearing, full coverage

 Stay Naked Foundation, the Stay Naked Concealer is a perfect side-kick for the 50 foundation shades, as there are 25 shades of concealer with nine intensities, three master tones and five undertones to camouflage, accentuate and sculpt as you see fit.

The patented, wave-tip applicator makes it easy to get the right level of coverage. Use the flat side for precise, light application or lean into the curve for a heavier dose of product.

As with many duel sided applicators I tend to just apply and not worry too much

as to which side I'm using and this applicator was no exception. I still found it easy and effortless to apply, especially under the eye area.

This product is suitable for all skin types, its vegan and cruelty free.

Under advice I opted for 30NN a light neutral with a neutral undertone, which seemed to be an ideal shade for my skin tone.

The Stay Naked concealer is a buildable, full coverage concealer that is

 long wearing (up to 24hrs),waterproof and doesn't transfer.

I enjoyed that it had a breathable, flexible formula and didn't look cakey, 

or dry despite giving a matte finish.

Even though the formula is ultra-pigmented,it's also lightweight and it covered

the darkness under my eyes and the redness around my nose surprisingly well.

Not having used the Stay Naked Foundation myself I would imagine, used with

its namesake concealer, it would be a formidable "Stay All Day" duo and I can

understand the love for this combo.

URBAN DECAY 

STAY NAKED

CORRECTING CONCEALER

10.2g

R

400

£

23

$

29

URBAN DECAY SOUTH AFRICA

URBAN DECAY NAKED ULTIMATE BASICS EYESHADOW PALETTE {REVIEW}

For sometime now I've been on the lookout for a quality palette that contains 

subtle matte eye shadows. 

Matte shadows are far more flattering for the older woman, as with age

 the skin on your eyelid becomes more crepey.

Applying eyeshadow definitely becomes more challenging as we age and shimmery shadows only accentuate any creepiness and can be more ageing, hence why so

many women opt to stop using eyeshadows altogether.

This Urban Decay Naked Ultimate Basics palette contains 12 basic matte shades 

and it was all that I wanted it to be and more. There's no doubt that the Urban Decay shadow formula's are not only true to colour, they're easy to apply, buildable 

and blend easily and with very little powder fall out.

They don't crease and they lasted for as long as I needed them to.

This selection of 12 shades offer pink nudes, pale and warm browns and burnt oranges

and it covers all you need to create endless natural eye looks from just a wash 

of neutral colour all over the eye area, to a more smokey eye look. 

(I've actually used all of the colours in this palette, which is not the norm for me,

 as there's normally at least one shade that I don't like) 

This palette contains several light shades, which I tend to use the most of, 

especially for highlighting my ever decreasing eye lid area and under the eyebrow. 

There's also a lovely selection of darker shades to use along the lash line and of course several very wearable transitional shades.

The sleek palette comes with a useful large mirror and one application brush, 

which I personally never use from any palettes regardless of the brand.

The palette also has a quality feel in the hand,which I enjoyed.

The purpose of my search was to find one quality eyeshadow palette that contains a useful selection of flattering natural, basic matte shades that I can confidently recommend to everyone, but particularly to the more mature of us and I'm excited that Urban Decay delivers just that with their 

Naked Ultimate Basics... 

It's name is very apt as in my opinion it is the Ultimate Basic Palette and its one that

should be in everyones hand...

If you hurry the Urban Decay Website in South Africa currently has this palette on

 sale 

at an unbelievable price.

Urban Decay 

Naked Ultimate Basics

R

Normally R860

On Sale Online 

 R430

£

39.50

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