Hi Divas

Affordable and good quality products are always a delight to discover, especially in this crazy economy. Thankfully Makeup Revolution sets the bar very high regarding makeup on a budget that can rival any high-end cosmetics. The Revolution Conceal and Hydrate Radiance Concealer is an excellent option for those who want high-end results that are light on the wallet. This concealer is a sibling to the famous Revolution Conceal and Define Concealer. I loved the original concealer as it worked well for my combination skin and covered my flaws effortlessly. I have heard people found this version too drying for their skin type as the formula was matte. Hence Revolution came out with a hydrating variant. Since I have been getting older, I have been gravitating to more hydrating products. I am looking for a concealer to cover my puffy under eyes, brighten dark circles and ensure crease-proof longevity.

The Conceal and Hydrate Radiance concealer is packaged in a slimmer tube in contrast to its stubby predecessor. It has a sleek rose gold design and contains 13g of product. The formula is infused with Hyaluronic Acid along with Acai extracts. Hyaluronic Acid is well known to moisturise skin and keep it hydrated all day. Acai derives from the Acai berry and is popular for reducing skin dullness and promoting luminosity. Both ingredients are highly beneficial for radiant, moisturised and smooth under eyes. The concealer has a whopping 50 shade range. Each concealer is categorised into fair, medium and deep skin tones alongside their different undertone shades, such as yellow, neutral, pink, olive and golden. I chose the shade C8.5 as it was described as medium skin with a yellow undertone. This concealer is lighter than my skin tone because I love a super bright under eye effect. 

The concealer has a creamy texture and is quite thick in consistency. A little goes a long way as the product has excellent pigment and covers a large surface area when blended. It has medium coverage but can comfortably build up to full coverage as more product is applied. The doe foot applicator is medium in size and picks up quite a bit of product. One swipe is enough for me to cover my under eyes and top lid with a beauty blender. Speaking of blending, I prefer to use a makeup sponge rather than my fingers or brush with this product. As I mentioned above the concealer is quite thick and blending it out with a wet sponge gives me a flawless and even application. I follow up with the Makeup Revolution baking powder in translucent. This combination gives me a beautiful natural blurred under eye. 

 The concealer gives a radiant and sheer satin finish. It covers all my dark and puffy areas. My skin looks naturally fresh and smooth. The concealer wears well for many hours and does not crease or flake throughout the day. Some hydrating concealers tend to move around in warm weather and under sweat. Not this one! This formula is long-lasting and wears well even on hot days. I love that my under eyes feel breathable and not heavy or cakey. The coverage is medium to full on blemishes and pigmentation marks. It covers well and many layers can be added to hide flaws. This is an excellent hydrating concealer for my combination skin. Did I mention that it is vegan and cruelty-free too? Have you tried this concealer? I absolutely love it. Let me know your thoughts down below.

 

 

Hi Divas

Cape Town is getting closer and closer to the colder months as we are in the heart of Autumn right now. With that comes a change in the wardrobe, skincare and makeup routine. I have combination skin and absolutely love matte foundations. I do find that my skin tends to get dry and flaky around my nose and mouth area in Winter. I therefore have to switch things up from my usual go to products in order to accommodate my changing skin. I sometimes purchase a dewy foundation, but most of the time, I end up using matte foundations that I have already opened in previous months. I am not one to waste products and use it till the last drop, I therefore just carry on with what I am using. I do look for products such as moisturises and serums to help me wear my matte foundations a little more comfortably in the chilly weather. I recently found an awesome affordable makeup spray by Makeup Revolution that helps my matte foundations become much more wearable during the Winter time. Hyaluronic Fix promises to hydrate and plump the skin while setting makeup. Most setting sprays I have come across, either hydrate the skin or aides the makeup to last longer. I can hardly find a product that does both. Usually by the end of the day hydrating sprays make my combination skin look too oily and my makeup tends to run. I was super intrigued by the Makeup Revolution claims and decided to give it a shot. I was pleasantly surprised!


The Hyaluronic Fix comes in the standard Makeup Revolution packaging which is a 100 ml spray bottle. The branding is in rose gold, pink and black compared to the other bottles which are in gold. The product contains Sodium Hyaluronate which penetrates the skin and holds onto moisture, thus giving a more hydrated and plump appearance. The formula contains alcohol as well, which can be drying on the skin but helps in the makeup lasting longer. Do beware of this if you are sensitive to Alcohol Denat ingredients. The nozzle comes with a clear cap and is user friendly. This formula compared to the Sport Fix Extra Hold which I reviewed here, is a lot 'wetter' in consistency. When you spray it on your face, make sure to keep the bottle a few centimetres away from you. I would also advise you to not squirt it directly onto wet mascara or eyeliner. Your products will run because of the wet formula. I usually wait for my mascara and liner to dry, while applying other products and spray this as my very last step. Once sprayed, it is best to fan your face with paper or any object, in order to create circulating air to dry and lock the product in place quicker.


The Makeup Revolution spray coats the face evenly and there is no unwanted spots, residue or white cast. The face looks natural and all the powders are well blended into each other on the skin. I love that my complexion looks natural, and does not have an artificial luminous glow, that some hydrating sprays tend to give. Sometimes, those artificial glows cause the skin to appear oilier than usual. This formula is hydrating and feels very comfortable on the face. It makes my matte foundation look and feel less drying. It helps to eliminate cracks and creasing done by powders or over drying foundation formulas. It doesn't interfere with the matte foundation consistency, instead it makes it much more wearable. Besides the hydrating effects, it really locks the makeup in place to last all day. I was very surprised by this as I couldn't believe that it would be long lasting. I would wear this on hot days and when I am exercising and sweating profusely and my makeup still looked good on both occasions. This is a product that can be used by dry, combination and oily skin types. It is quite versatile and the natural appearance makes it great for everyday use. This is very affordable as well. Do pick it up if you are looking for an effective hydrating makeup fixer.


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Thank you so much for reading.
Divalicious Kisses!
Xxxx

Hi Divas

Both lipsticks are packaged in a beautiful gold bullet that is very similar to the iconic MAC lipsticks. The design is sleek, pretty and very classy. It looks good displayed on a vanity and would look even better being whipped out for a touch up at a party or work function. At first glance the lipsticks look identical but at closer inspection there are differences in collections. The Rose Gold collection has the deep rose gold colour with a mirror like shine on it. You can clearly see your face in the bullet. The Iconic Matte collection on the other hand has a blurry out lay and resembles a matte texture. I like this special touch which Makeup Revolution added to the design of the different lipsticks. It makes it easier to identify at first glance when choosing a shade that you want. The actual weight and feel of the lipsticks are quite light and the packaging is very sturdy with a good grip and clasp when opening and closing it. This makes it travel friendly when you are out and about in cold or hot weather. One thing I hate the most, is when lipsticks are not properly secured and you open your bag to find it either leaked or rubbed off everywhere. What a nightmare! Also, to note these lipsticks are vegan and cruelty free which is wonderful for the environment too.



Rose Gold in Diamond Life
This collection too comes in 5 shades and Diamond Life is described as a berry red hue. It does display a berry tone on me but it actually leans to a deep pink berry more than red on my lips. The shade is very flattering on all skin tones and would look amazing on deeper complexions as those berry tones would really shine through. The lipstick has a totally different formula to the Iconic Matte. The texture feels thinner and glides on as such. It has a high gloss finish and a visible sheen to it. Since the texture feels thinner, the lipstick has a tendency to bleed. You have to be careful when you apply it as it is very pigmented and can rub off on the sides of the mouth. It would be best to use a mirror whenever you apply it and clean up with a cotton tip or concealer on the edges. This formula does have a tendency to show off dry patches on the lips as you can see in the photo below. It emphasizes flaky skin and therefore do make sure to exfoliate your lips before you wear it.


For me, the Iconic Matte is a clear favourite. I absolutely adore the texture and longevity of the lipstick. The shade Inspiration looks very flattering on me and I love that I can use it to change the colour and formula of my other lip products. I recommend this lipstick for those who are searching for a comfortable creamy matte nude. The Rose Gold lipstick is a wearable shade for me but I am not one for glossy formulas. I prefer a matte texture over a glossy one any day. The lipstick is not long lasting and transfers easily when eating and drinking. It is not an easy colour to wear as it can get on your teeth and bleed on the sides of the mouth. If you are someone that loves a high gloss look then this will be great for you. I definitely want to purchase more shades from the Iconic Matte collection.

I hope you found this review helpful. Have you tried these lipsticks. Do they tickle your fancy? Let me know what your thoughts are below!


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Divalicious Kisses
Xxxx

Hi Divas

I have never been an expert in finding dupes and neither do I actively search for them but I think I may have found the perfect one. I have been using the Urban Decay Perversion mascara for a long time and just finished a tube. You can read my review on it here. When I picked up the Makeup Revolution mascara, I had no idea that I will be replacing it with an actual dupe. For those who don't know, sometimes dupes are not meant to be intentional copycats of the original. Usually low-end brands make products with similar shades and formulas to place an affordable option on the market. Products can perform as dupes without being intended to be in likeness of a certain high-end product. I think this is what happened with the Makeup Revolution mascara. It probably was never intended to be an affordable option to Urban Decay but the performance and look of both products mirror each other quite well. If you always wanted to try the Urban Decay mascara but could never get your hands on it, fret no more, because Makeup Revolution offers a cheaper alternative with pretty much the same lash effects.


The Mascara Revolution is packaged in a sturdy rose gold tube which compliments the other products in the range really well. The packaging is similar to the Perversion mascara as it has the same form and hold in your hand. The wands resemble each other to an extent, as the Revolution brush is a little bigger and hourglass in shape. They both have a metallic finish on the outside even though Revolution is in gold and Perversion is in metal grey. I prefer the Revolution aesthetic more, as the gold is very chic and pretty to look at. The product is described as a 'Real' mascara for 'Real People', with no Gimmicks, outlandish claims and crazy ingredients. I quite like this approach from a brand that they are not giving off any false claims and eccentric marketing tricks. As you know there are brands out there that can claim their products cure global warming just to get you to buy it. It's a cute jab at brands that use these type of marketing strategies. Makeup Revolution only claims, it's a great mascara for an affordable price and I can agree with that. 


 As I mentioned above the wand is hourglass in shape and seems huge compared to other mascaras I have tried. When you open the tube there is a ton of product on the bristle brush. This can become very problematic for people with small shaped eyes. I have fairly big eyes and even I was very cautious when using it. The wand is big and filled with product, if you don't work slowly and take your time with each coat, your lashes will become clumpy. You can easily transfer product onto your eyelids as well if you are not careful. Don't worry though, as the mascara does not dry quickly and you have enough time to manipulate your lashes the way you want them to be. I would say for best results, don't work with this in a hurry. Wipe off excess product and brush through your lashes from root to tip making sure the lashes are well combed through. For smaller eyes, you may have to angle the brush as the wand is bigger in size and might feel a little too much for your eye shape. The mascara is workable and the drying time is decent. You can easily achieve your desired results and a clump free application with two coats. Would you believe me if I told you that the Perversion mascara has the same problem? The wand is big too and if you not careful with application you can transfer product on your eyelids. Even the cons are a dupe, LOL.



Regarding performance, the Revolution mascara does very well in that aspect. Once you have found a way to work with the huge wand and product build up, your lashes will thank you for it. This mascara gives you the most dramatic and glam lash effect. It truly looks like I am wearing falsies. The brush coats and picks up every little lash giving it volume and length. The formula of the product is creamy and thicker than most mascaras. I think that is why it builds up on the brush and at the base of the tube making it gunky. This is a thicker creamier formula and not a runny wet mascara. It's not drying either and does not make my lashes feel like potato crisps at the end of the day. The formula is very comfortable on the lashes and wears well all day long. I swear, when you wear this mascara, your lashes won't droop or flake. It remains in the exact place that you brushed it when you first applied it. Therefore, it really looks like you are wearing false eyelashes It performs just like the Perversion mascara as that one gives dramatic volume too with intense black colour but I think it is safe to say that the formula of Revolution is much better and gives a better effect than Urban Decay.

The proof is in the pudding and as you can see in the photos above, my lashes look amazing. They have dramatic volume and length. This is a really good budget friendly mascara and the more I use it, the more I love it. You do have to be careful when using it and take your time. Also, make sure to wipe off any excess product that may accumulate at the base of the tube. It's always wise to keep your makeup products clean and mess free. For smaller eyes, you may need a little more time to work with it but the results are great. I like this mascara and recommend it to those looking for something that is easy on the wallet. Have you tried this mascara? What are your thoughts? Do let me know in the comment section below.



Thank you so much for reading!
Divalicious Kisses
Xxxx

Hi Divas

Makeup Revolution has an array of affordable products to choose from. One of the most outstanding products from the brand has to be the Conceal and Define concealer. I don't know how they did it but this concealer manages to tick all the right boxes. It is super affordable, full coverage and comes in a whopping 50 shades ranging from fair to deep. When Makeup Revolution launched in South Africa last year (2018), I was very excited to get my hands on the concealer. I have heard so many great reviews on it. Unfortunately, we do not have all 50 shades on our shelves but we do have a satisfying range to choose from. Each shade comes in different undertones within the fair, medium and deep ranges. I had to use quite a few before I could find a shade, I was happy with. For reference I am a medium to tan skin tone with yellow and olive undertones. I started out with shade C6 but that was too light for me. I then jumped to shade C8 but the undertone was peach and didn't match me at all. I purchased C7 and C10 which has a neutral to soft yellow undertone. C7, of cause is lighter and I use it on a daily basis to brighten my face. To conceal and give a more natural look I use C10 as it is closer to my actual skin tone. I hope that helps anyone who has a similar skin tone to me.


 This product is described as a full coverage concealer and contour. You can use it all over to hide blemishes and to tone and sculpt the face. It promises to give a smooth matte finish without accentuating fine lines and pores. It has long-wearing pigments which gives full coverage all day long. The concealer is packaged in a glass tube with a large doe foot applicator. It holds 4 ml of product which is quite little compared to other brands which hold 5 ml to 10 ml in concealers. You therefore can run fairly quickly out of the product if you use a substantial amount every day. The packaging is very sturdy and great for travel. Everything is very secure and you won't experience any leaking if carried around in a makeup bag. The doe foot applicator is a great size to pick up product and disperse it evenly on the face. It is very soft in texture and feels comfortable to use under the eyes. The product does come in clear glass with a rose gold top. The packaging is very sleek and I like that you can tell if you are going to run out of product soon.


The concealer is a liquid but it has a very creamy texture. It's quite thick and one stroke covers quite a large area on the face. For application, I like to only use one dip in the product for both areas under my eyes. I feel that it is enough coverage for me than dipping in twice. If you are someone with dark circles and pigmentation then you may need a second application. As I said it disperses a lot of product under my eyes and I like to blend it out with the warmth of my fingers instead of using a brush or sponge. I feel I get more coverage this way as the tools tend to soak up product. The concealer dries quite fast; therefore, you have to blend it out a few moments after you apply it or you will experience tugging and pulling. The concealer once dried, stays in place and it is difficult to manipulate the product after that. I always set my concealers with a translucent setting powder as I have normal to combination skin.


For an affordable/drug store product, this concealer performs excellently. It gives amazing coverage, blends effortlessly on all foundations and does not oxidize throughout the day. It covers my period blemishes really well and looks smooth and matte. It does not give a cakey appearance nor is it too drying for a matte consistency. It sits very comfortable on the skin and lasts all day long. I have not experienced any creasing in my fine lines nor has it interfered with my pores. This concealer is the best I have come across in the low-end range. It honestly acts as a high-end concealer. Do keep in mind that I have normal to combination skin and it may perform differently on very dry or oily skin tones. I personally love this concealer and will keep repurchasing. Have you tried this concealer? Do let me know your thoughts below.



Hope you found this review helpful.
Thank you for reading!
Divalicious Kisses
Xxxx

Hi Divas

I returned from Qatar a few days ago and let me tell you it was a blazing hot trip. For those of you who don't know, Qatar is situated in the Middle East deep in the heart of a desert. They are currently experiencing spring but the weather felt like a super-hot South African Summer. The maximum temperature would reach 39 degrees Celsius and a low of 26 degrees Celsius. We were travelling to schools in the scorching heat, doing theatre shows. I was Red Riding Hood and I needed my makeup to look fresh and put together throughout the day. This of cause seemed like an impossible task as I was performing three shows a day and travelling on the hot roads. To rescue my face from literally melting off I decided to put my trust in the Makeup Revolution Sport Extra Hold Fixing Spray. Three words that caught my attention before purchasing this product is ''Sport Extra Hold''. When you hear these words the only thing that conjures up in my mind is waterproof and sweatproof resistant. That is exactly what I needed to keep me looking decent throughout my trip and not scare the little children, LOL.




The fixing spray comes in a black plastic and rose gold bottle with a spray pump. The packaging is quite sturdy and light which makes it great for travel. There is a 100ml of product which is a standard size when it comes to these types of products. The bottle is quite opaque and therefore you cannot see the amount of product which you have left. You have to judge by the weight and feel of the bottle to tell if you are running out of product. The spray pump is really good quality and disperses the mist evenly onto the face. There are no splotches or clumps of product on the skin when you spritz the nozzle. There is no strong or unpleasant scent in the liquid either, even though it does contain alcohol. It actually smells like nothing to me and someone with a stronger sensitivity to fragrance will not find it a bother at all. I like the overall design of the bottle, as it's travel friendly, easy to use, light and chic.





The extra hold makeup fixing spray promises to keep your makeup looking flawless through the toughest conditions such as extreme physical activity. It is meant to control oils, shine and prevent fading all day. It's designed to keep you matte and waterproof too. The spray disperses into a fine mist on your face. I like that it does not squirt big liquid drops as some setting sprays tend to do. It covers my face evenly with two to three pumps. The fixer goes on wet but dries fairly quickly. Do be careful to apply this only after your mascara has dried as it may cause smudges. I love that there is no unwanted white residue or white cast visible on the skin. Instead, it melts into my makeup and blends wonderfully. You will not be able to tell that I have an over lay spray on my face as it blends naturally into my complexion. It gives a matte appearance but my face does not look dry, cakey or tight. This spray actually feels the most comfortable on my face compared to other products I have used. I am very impressed at the performance of this fixing spray. It does an amazing job in keeping my makeup in place and keeping me matte in hot and sweaty conditions. My makeup did not run, fade or smudge in intense physical activity and heat. I love that it looks completely natural on the face. I don't think this will last for 24 hours though as at the end of the day my oils started to show through.


For the amount of product you get, the price and its performance, this is a great setting spray to have in your makeup kit. Both dry sensitive and combination to oily skin tones will be able to use this product. It does not leave a sheen, nor a powdery effect. It gives a soft matte finish that is breathable and comfortable to wear. You won't have to worry about your makeup looking crazy throughout the day. This is a great spray to use on a daily basis but if you want something more heavy duty and lasts for more than 24 hours then this will not be a good option for you. I personally love it and am already on my second bottle!


Hope you found this review helpful.
Thank you for reading!
Divalicious Kisses
Xxxx

Hi Divas!

I had quite a busy two weeks due to work, and I almost forgot to write a blog post for the week. I like to stick to my blogging schedule as it keeps me accountable and I love the rhythm it creates on my blog. I find that two blog posts a month has created a nice flow for me to be creative but not feel pressured to keep putting out content that I am not satisfied with. Nevertheless, I am happy to be back to my regular posting. As most of you know Makeup Revolution has hit South African stores like a beautiful storm. There are so many great products on the shelves and I honestly haven't found anything that has truly disappointed me so far. All of the Makeup Revolution products I have tried have been worthwhile. I have heard so many great reviews about their highlighters before the brand hit SA shores, I therefore had them on the top of my list to try. I purchased the Vivid Baked Highlighter in Golden Lights and received The Strobe Highlighter in Moon Glow Lights at the official store opening last year. I have been using these highlighters almost every day and therefore can give a thorough review on the performance of them both.

Vivid Baked Highlighter in Golden Lights

This is a baked powder formula in a smooth finish and comes in three shades. It promises to illuminate your face with intense pigments and a bright shimmery glow. I am not a fan of glittery highlighters but I decided to purchase this one as I was looking for an affordable champagne glow. I love wearing warm toned to golden highlighters on my face as I feel they look the most flattering on me. This shade is absolutely perfect, as it strikes the right combination between champagne and a slight gold iridescent shimmer. The colour is not one dimensional at all but reflects different pigments in the light. It looks beautiful on my cheekbones and very flattering on the collar bone too. It does not have big chunks of glitter as I initially thought it would. Instead it has soft shimmers which sit comfortably on the skin and does not move or flake throughout the day. The formula is soft and glides on smoothly. It is very pigmented and can be used as an eyeshadow too. You can apply it wet as well, but I never feel that I need to as the dry formula is amazingly bright. This has become my absolute favourite low end/drug store highlighter. I use it almost every day.

Strobe Highlighter in Moon Glow Lights
The Strobe highlighters are designed to give a natural illumination to the skin. The powder has a lighter texture compared to the other highlighters and has pigments which diffuse the light, giving a lit from within look. These highlighters are perfect for those who are just starting out in makeup and want something soft and not so blinding. These are also great for people who want a subtle glow and do not want to be too over bearing on an everyday basis. There are three shades in this range and unfortunately, the pink colour which I have does not work for my skin tone. It can look a little too ashy and dull on me. A more golden hue would have worked better on my skin. I too found that this highlighter is not as pigmented and soft in formula as the baked ones. This one tends to be quite chalky and powdery when I apply it. It does not glide on smoothly as the Vivid Bake. I experienced a lot of fallout as well with the Strobe. It looks good on my eyes though as an eyeshadow but I do not like the way it looks on my cheek bones. I have applied it to my shoulders and collar bone and it made me look ashy. I definitely contribute that to the colour I have. I think if I have a warmer shade this highlighter would work better on me.

As you can see in the swatches below, the Vivid Baked highlighter definitely stands out in formula, texture and pigmentation. It looks so radiant and glowing on my skin tone. The Strobe, is drier in formula and more subtle in pigmentation. The clear winner for me is definitely Vivid Baked. I would purchase another one if I ever ran out of it. Speaking of finishing products, have you seen how huge these pans are? They are massive and come with a whole of product. It would honestly take you forever to finish these highlighters. These are truly value for money as the price is absolutely amazing for the amount of product you get. Do be aware that the packaging is on the flimsy side though. I dropped my favourite Vivid Baked compact on my carpet and broke the lid. I am still trying to figure out how to fix it. If you have any suggestions on how to fix compact lids let me know. My product is still 100% in tack and I am not letting go of it.

What do you think of these highlighters? Have you tried any of them? Please let me know down below. Thank you for reading and I hope you found this review helpful.

Divalicious Kisses
Xxxx

Hi Divas

If you follow me on Instagram, you would know that I am a huge winged liner fanatic. I hardly do any makeup looks without it. I have very big eyes and I love to accentuate it with a sultry black line while lifting up the eye with a flick at the end. Depending on my mood I can truly go big and take flight when I draw my wings. Let's just say I get a little too over dramatic and sometimes end up looking like a botched Cleopatra, LOL. It took me many failed attempts and undesirable racoon eye looks later to perfect my winged liner technique. As anyone who has ever tried it would know, drawing liquid liner on your eyes takes special precision, unwavering dedication to the black mess you just started and a prayer that everything would turn out right in the end. Due to this level of intense difficulty, I have developed my own technique in applying liner perfectly to my eye shape.  I therefore have very specific needs when choosing the right eyeliner for me. When I saw the Makeup Revolution eye liner in store, I got truly excited. The packaging was so gorgeous and the price was on point for being budget friendly. I was hoping that this liner would be another option to create sharp clear cut wings like a knife.

For a lower end product, this eyeliner is packaged in the most high end way. The liner is encased in a beautiful rose gold pen which comes in a black and gold box. This is the most sleek and classiest packaging I have ever seen for a liquid liner. It is stylish and elegant and outshines even the most expensive liners on the market. The pen feels sturdy and high quality. Your fingers will have a good grip on the body of the pen to draw lines with the utmost precision. Makeup Revolution deserves 10 stars for their attention to detail. The liner is described as an intense long wear black felt eyeliner. The formula has a great consistency and slides effortlessly across the eye. The pen glides on the eye with just enough product. It does not feel dry nor does it drip with too much liquid. I do not have to go over any lines or reapply the liner when using it above matte, shimmery and glitter eyeshadows. The formula is easy to work with and has an intense black colour which I love. It is not completely matte and does have a slight sheen to it.

As I mentioned above, I am very particular when it comes to eye liner application. I love a felt tip pen as I feel it gives me the best winged look with sharp lines and easy application. I prefer to start drawing my liner from the tip of the pen at the inner corners of my eyes, and use the fat base part of the felt tip to draw a bold line right across the eye. I therefore prefer a felt tip that is longer in size and has a thin tip. Unfortunately, the Renaissance Flick has a short felt tip size which makes it difficult for me to lay the base flat across my eye to draw a line. I have to rely mostly on the tip to do the job which does not work with my technique. Also, placing pressure on the base of the felt pen helps push the product out. I find that this is difficult when only using the tip of the pen. Drawing the wing however is easy as the pen is a good size to keep control for precise lines. I do struggle to create fine thin lines as the tip is slightly fatter than most pens I have used. I therefore have to go in with a concealer to clean up the edge and create a super thin line towards the end of the wing if I so desire it. This is my way of applying eyeliner and others may have a different experience with this felt tip pen to me.

What I love most about this eyeliner is that it does not smudge or flake throughout the day. It stays put and is comfortable to wear all day long. It has amazing staying power in humid and hot weather. I even did intense cardio wearing the liner and my wings were still looking fly! Like I said this pen feels and acts like a high end product for more than half the price. It is very impressive and I recommend it to anyone looking for a user friendly and affordable eye liner. I would repurchase this as I love the formula and the packaging is excellent for travel. I do wish the actual felt tip was longer in size then it would be perfect to me, but that is my personal preference when it comes to these types of products. What do you like in eye liners and have you tried this product before? Let me know below!



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Divalicious Kisses!
Xxxx

Hi Divas

Ever since Makeup Revolution hit South African shores there has been so much talk about their liquid lipstick products. I of cause had to try it out for myself to see what the hype was all about. I personally don't wear a lot of liquid lipsticks and only ever had one in my collection. What intrigued me most about this particular product is that it resembled the Huda Beauty and Kylie Cosmetics Lip Kits for a fraction of the cost. You get a lipstick and lip liner all in one and you don't have to max out your credit card. I have never tried Huda Beauty nor Kylie Cosmetics Lip kits, so unfortunately, I cannot compare them thoroughly to Makeup Revolution. Although if I can find an affordable alternative to a very pricey product, I am here for it body, mind and soul! I personally love matte lipsticks. I have pretty full lips and I feel they look very flattering on me. Doing research online there seems to be eight shades within this range, but I only saw five in stores so far. I chose the shade Noble as this one seemed to be a brown toned nude which would suit my complexion perfectly.

The packaging for these lipsticks is truly sleek and chic. I love the black, white and gold theme on the box. It is simple and has a touch of glamour. The packaging of the lipstick and liner is sturdy and feels luxurious. The lip liner is fairly long in size and would last a really long time. The liquid lipstick has rose gold cap with a perfectly sized wand and doe foot applicator. You can see the actual shade of the lipstick on the box, at the tail end of the lip liner and in the lip tube. The shade matches well to the description on the box as well as the two products. There have been some discrepancies between colours being off from other shades regarding packaging but not with 'Noble'. The shade Noble is a brick brown nude with hints of terracotta and peach. The lip liner is slightly lighter in tone compared to the lipstick but they both match well. This colour is universally flattering on all skin tones and is rich in tone.

To apply the colour I started off by lining my lips with the liner. The product is surprisingly soft to use and glides on quite creamy. I do not over line my lips as I have full lips already but you can create a lovely effect if you do as the product is workable and not hard. I filled my entire lip with the pencil and the shade was so pretty, you could totally wear it just like that on its own. It does not look dry or flaky. The first photo below on the far top left is just the pencil shade. As you can see it glided on my lips smoothly and looks good as is. When applying the liquid lipstick, I was shocked at the consistency of the formula. The texture is thin but completely opaque. I was expecting a thicker formula but the liquid lip glides on quite watery and the colour is rich in pigmentation. It does not dry down immediately, hence there is time to work with the lipstick and apply as many coats as you want. Even though the texture is thin it does not run or drip down the mouth. The wand is a lovely size and disperses the product evenly across the surface of the lips. The colour goes on smoothly and does not crack. There are no patches or uneven spots when it comes to the shade Noble.
 

The liquid lipstick lasts superbly well throughout the day. I was expecting it to be completely rubbed off after eating lunch and drinking water and coffee all day. I kid you not, there was some fading but the initial colour remained all day. There was no flaking, patchiness or dry spots. This shade did not settle into fine lines too and there was no bleeding or smudging. I am truly impressed with the quality of this one. I have read reviews on other shades and they do not last as long as Noble. The pigmentation and bold colour are well made and looks great on my lips. I do have to say that I did prep my lips well before applying the matte formula. I exfoliated my lips and got rid of any dead skin. I too applied a moisturizing lip balm underneath to protect my lips. I do believe these steps helped a lot in ensuring great wear from this liquid lip. I love this shade Noble and would definitely purchase it again.


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Have you tried these liquid lipsticks? Let me know below. Hope you found this review helpful. Thank you so much for reading!

Divalicious Kisses
Xxxx

Hi Divas

Last week Makeup Revolution hit South African Clicks stores with a bang! It was honestly one of the biggest surprises to hit our beauty community as the brand was launched in such a nick of time. I have watched many Youtubers using all their wonderful products but never had any experience with them until now. For those who are not aware, Makeup Revolution is a British cosmetic company which manufacturers affordable, high quality and cruelty free products. What makes this brand so revolutionary (see what I did there), is the fact that they target all areas of makeup as well as skincare and hair care too. They have a variety of complexion products, different tones of highlighters, blushes, all shades of lipsticks and tools to suite any demographic, gender and age. To me the most iconic factor about the brand is the amazing price point. All the products are super affordable but there are no exceptions on quality regarding packaging, pigmentation and lasting power. You honestly get budget friendly cosmetics with such high value. It's truly remarkable and revolutionary!

Makeup Revolution had their amazing opening event at the Clicks store in the V&A Waterfront located in Cape Town. I asked my sister the day before if she would like to be my plus 1 and accompany me. To my surprise she happily said yes and we woke up at 5:00 in the morning to skip the rush hour traffic and be on time. Truly sisters are absolutely the best! She sacrificed her sleep and her PHD work to support me as she knows what a makeup fanatic I am. The actual unveiling of the cosmetic stand within the store was wonderful. Bloggers and makeup addicts alike were all there to view and test the new products. To see all the different array of palettes, lipsticks and colours made my heart skip a beat. Once the unveiling and speeches were done we all rushed to the stand to play. The atmosphere was very exciting and inviting. There was a Revolution photo section where we could take home a memory of the morning and we too all received a lovely goodie bag at the end. My sister and I had a blast and it was so great to share this experience with her.

Below is a list of all the products I received and picked out at the opening:

*Makeup Revolution Sport Fix Extra Hold Makeup Fixing Spray

*Makeup Revolution Bake and Finish Luxury Baking Powder

*Makeup Revolution Baked & Strobe Highlighters in Vivid Golden Lights and Moon Glow Lights

*Makeup Revolution Conceal &Define Full Coverage Concealer and Contour in C6 and C8

 *Makeup Revolution Brow Pomade in Dark Brown

 *Makeup Revolution Renaissance Flick Black Felt Eyeliner

*Makeup Revolution Pro HD Smoky Eyeliner

*Makeup Revolution Retro Luxe Matte Lip Kit in Noble

*Makeup Revolution Lipsticks in Iconic Matte Nude Inspiration and Rose Gold Diamond Life

*Makeup Revolution Advanced Complexion Expert Soft Makeup Sponge

 As I mentioned above, I have never used Makeup Revolution before hence, I am so excited to play! I am looking forward to using the concealer, baking powder, makeup fixing spray and highlighters as I have heard so many great reviews about them. Hope you are ready for the many product blog posts in the future. Thank you so much for reading.

Divalicious Kisses

Xxxx