Bh cosmetics; Professional Blush Palette Review

BHcosmetics 10 Color Palette
Professional Blush
Review

You can purchase this here:  http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003QAPTAW/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00

I recently picked this up from Amazon, and I thought I would do a review on it. It cost me £12.55 with free delivery, which I thought was a right bargain for 10 blushes. The palette itself feels quite sturdy, although I couldn't imagine accidently dropping it onto a hard floor and it completely surviving. I do like the packaging it looks sleek and professional.

Palette Closed

 The palette open without flash (studio lighting coming in from the left)

 The palette open with flash (studio lighting coming in from the left) 

It has a good range of blushes, with slight (not major) variation in finishes and textures. I was instantly drawn to the blush (top row 4th from the left) and the dolly pink colour (bottom row, 1st from the left).

Picture of the first 4 blushes (without flash)

Swatches (studio lighting, no flash)

1st Blush (Top row, far left): 

This blush has a nice creamy texture, and is a very brown toned blush, i'd pretty much call this a bronzer. 

2nd Blush (Top row, 2nd along):

This blush feels nice, however unfortunately it has a very sheer colour pay-off which I'm not that big of a fan of. 

3rd Blush (Bottom row, far left):

This blush has such a lovely, creamy blend-able texture, even though it is a powder. It's pigmentation is okay, but not amazing.

4th Blush (Bottom row, 2nd along):

This is a nice mauvey toned pink, it feels nice but again the colour pay off doesn't impress me.

Next set of 4 blushes (with studio lighting coming in from the left, no flash)

Next set of 4 blushes (with studio lighting coming in from the left, with flash)

Swatches (studio lighting, no flash)

Seperate Blush Reviews (Starting from the left)

1st Blush (top row, far left):

This blush is one of those annoyingly gorgeous and beautiful shimmery powders, that when you apply to the skin the shimmer just doesn't come up. However, I do appreciate the colour pay off on this, it's nice and pretty, I'd describe this blush as a 'babydoll pink'.

2nd Blush (top row, middle):

This blush is a mix between a pink and a coral colour I would describe it as. It's colour pay off is lovely, although it seems to be that you get one or the other in this palette - the consistency or the colour pay off, this time the colour pay off is lovely, although the blush has a slight chalky texture which I'm definitely not a fan of.

3rd Blush (Bottom row, far left):

This blush is literally orange, there is no other way to describe it. This is my least favourite I swatched out of the palette, although in saying that I haven't tested it on my face. It's chalky and the pay-off is crap.

4th Blush (Bottom row, middle):

Although it is quite sheer, I do quite like this blush. Because it's so scaringly bright barbie pink, it's quite nerve-wracking to use a blush this pink (well me personally anyway), but because it's sheer, it gives a beautiful finish on the cheeks. It really brightens your complexion.

The last two in the palette, I would describe more as bronzers than blushers.

Unfortunately I forgot to get a swatch for these - but they are you standard bronzer colours.

Overall, I like this palette, I don't hate it but I am not obsessed with it. It's good value for the price you pay considering a mac blush is around the same amount as this palette.

Overall Rating: 6/10

Perfect for girls just starting out in make-up, who want to experiment a little without breaking the bank.

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Glittery Golds; Make-Up Tutorial

Glittery Golds

I was super inspired by all the other beauty guru's to do this make-up tutorial, the typical festive gold eyeshadows and red lips.. but I wanted to add even more glitter! So I ordered a chunky gold glitter online which will be linked below and set off filming this look. I really loved the way this turned out. If you try this out yourself leave a comment below and be sure to follow this blog! 

Here are some pictures of what the make-up looks like:

Overall Look:

With Flash:

 Without Flash:

Watch the video here: 

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Products Used:

Urban Decay Primer Potion: http://tinyurl.com/cluwmb3

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil (Milk): http://tinyurl.com/d6wtblj

MUA Gold Glitter Liner: http://tinyurl.com/cnecgnv

Chunky Gold Glitter: http://tinyurl.com/c27knnc

Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette: Foxy, Bootycall, Tease, Blackout : http://tinyurl.com/bvojr2h

Sleek Oh So Special Palette: Two Matt Brown Colours: http://tinyurl.com/clanp7b

Rimmel Liquid Eyeliner: http://tinyurl.com/bm88qj5

Loreal Volume Million Lashes Mascara: http://tinyurl.com/44bm25h

Elf Eyelash Curlers (Don't recommend so I wont include a link)

Maybelline Gel Liner: http://tinyurl.com/clwncaw

Revlon Colourstay Foundation: http://tinyurl.com/6bug394

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder: http://tinyurl.com/bmc47rj

Elf Peachy Keen Blush: http://tinyurl.com/dylm7ob

Sleek Contour Kit (Highlight): http://tinyurl.com/bwbownu

Bourjois Chocolate Bronzer: http://tinyurl.com/cmax9xe

Nude Pink Lip (Japanese Brand - any nude pink will work)

MUA Red Lipstick: http://tinyurl.com/9vzxsrs

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Purple Haze; Make-Up Tutorial

perfect for a special occasion...

Purple Haze

I decided to call this gorgeous look 'Purple Haze' as one of the eye shadows I use is called purple haze, and I really liked that name! I really love the way this look turned out and would gladly wear this on any special occasion/night out/Xmas parties/new years drunken nights etc.. aha!

If you know me, or just figured it out, you will know that I have an obsession with purple eyeshadow... I love it, it makes the green in my eyes stand out and I just love it so much. Every person with different eye shapes/colours that I have done make-up on like this, it looks gorgeous and beautiful and flirty and brilliant!

Wear this on your new years eve party and you will be definitely be turning the right heads;) hehe!

Here are a few pictures;

Watch the video tutorial below and don't forget to subscribe to my channel! :D

Products Used:

Urban Decay Primer Potion (Original) - http://tinyurl.com/cluwmb3
Shimmery Eyeshadow Stick (Japanese brand not sure of the brand, but any shimmery base will do)
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide on Eye pencil (Perversion) - http://tinyurl.com/cwr6a75
MAC eyeshadows - Ready to party, contrast, beauty marked. - http://tinyurl.com/cspab3g

My face cosmetics blingtone eyeshadow (Purple Haze) - http://tinyurl.com/cun4xr3
Urban Decay Naked Palette (Creep, Half Baked) - http://tinyurl.com/65z937g
Japanese false eyelashes (Just choose ones with thicker lashes towards the outer corner)
Maybelline Gel Liner (Black) - http://tinyurl.com/clwncaw
Rimmel Scandal Eyes Mascara - http://tinyurl.com/8fjzm3k
Rimmel Stay Matte Powder - http://tinyurl.com/bmc47rj
Bourjois Chocolate Bronzer - http://tinyurl.com/6dwd7u6
Mac Mineralize Skin Finish (Light Year) (Just use any blush you want really!)
Mac Hue Lipstick - http://tinyurl.com/clw6t3s
Mac Little Rock Marilyn Monroe Dazzleglass (Any clear lipgloss will do)

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My Missguided Wishlist

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I absolutely LOVE missguided, every time I have a browse on there there is always something I have added to my wishlist, they are cheap and uber fashionable!

1. Kimberly Stud Collar Sleeveless Blouse

Currently on sale for: £13.79

This is a cute staple blouse, and strangely I do not own any Sleeveless blouses like this! I love the cute stud detail on the collar that toughens up the pale peachy pink colour of the blouse. I would probably wear a camisole top under this so you couldn't see my bra. I love this and I feel like you could wear it to so many different occasions.

2. Berendeta Velvet Skater Skirt In Burgundy

£13.99

Ahh this is just divine! I love the girly kick of the skater skirt, the velvet material really adds a classier look if you like and makes it look alot more expensive than it really is. It looks like it's from Topshop or River Island! I love this, I would pair it with a plain top and some cute flats for day time, or a cute blouse and skyscraper platform heels for night time.

3. Vikas Owl Vest In Burgundy

£8.99

This vest is so simple, but so cute! I feel like I could pair it with the velvet skater skirt above for a bit of colour co-ordination, a leather jacket and mix and match flats for heels for the appropriate time of the day. So affordable as well! I have also seen a lot of owl-related things around at the moment, so this is on trend!

4. Andie V-Neck Peplum Top

£19.99

This is HOT! Paired with a tight body con skirt or disco pants and you're off! The peplum style of this is uber lattering, and the v neckline is HOT! I love the hot red colour of this as well, super eye-catching and perfect to catch that special someone's eye on a festive party! ;)

5. Kadira Shiny Disco Pants

£25.99

This is definitely going to be the first thing I purchase without a second of doubt when I get paid, I have wanted a pair of disco pants for ages but cannot simply fawk out the price of the American Apparel ones, I have seen a few copies of them on various website but none as nice in my opinion as these ones. Super slimming and make your bum look good! I've seen Zoella (check out her blog here: Zoella) wear them constantly and I cannot wait to get my hands on these!

6. Temira Galaxy Lace Up Shoe Boots

£36.99

This is not the usual thing I would go for, as I tend to love the more glitzy sparkly styles but these are just AMAZING! I'm not sure I would have a chance to wear them till next year summers parties, but I just think they are absolutely amazing!.. I just said that! :)
What would you pair these with? Comment below and I'll post it on a blog post mentioning you :)

7. Evangeline V Neck Skater Dress In Deep Green

£26.99

Words cannot describe how much I love this, it has the perfect mix of everything for a cute daytime to night-time dress, the sexiness of the low-cut neckline to show some cleavage, the cute girly skater style of the skirt and the shoulders to give it some sophistication  I also love the colour of this. I would pair this with a leather jacket and some flats in the day time for a super casual yet girly look. If I wanted to add that something extra I would add some heeled boots with my leather jacket, or for a night out, skyscraper platforms and a cute clutch bag.

8. Jaidyn Leather Heeled Chelsea Boots In Tan

£26.99

As I said above, I could easily pair these cute practical boots with the dress above. I love these and I definitely feel like these are a staple piece of footwear for the Autumn/Winter months, even early spring when it's still chilly here in England!

9. Ruthila Pleated Skater Skirt In Navy

£14.99

 I hope you enjoyed browsing my current Missguided wishlist, I would love for you to leave a comment below telling me anything from Missguided that you are wishing for, any comments about the above clothing pieces! Anything really, just nothing rude mind ;)

Hehe! I hope you have a lovely day and don't forget to follow this blog :) 

xoxoxoxo

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Halloween/Costume Tutorials; Vampire!

i want to drink your blood...

Vampire Tutorial

What is halloween costumes, without a vampire!? It has to be done. 

I love the result of this, I actually left this make-up on so long during the day that I completely forgot about it and nearly left the house like it! Haha! :)

I wanted to do a sexier vampire, maybe next year I will do a full on terrifying vampire - so watch out for that next year! ;)

Anywho, hope you enjoyed this xxooo

Products Used:

White Greasepaint (From my Level 3 Make Up College kit) - You could use a white cream eyeshadow or some form of pale base to mix with your foundation for this, or if you wanted to go full out you could use a white face paint.

Rimmel Wake Me Up Foundation - http://tinyurl.com/92bypcd

Kryolon Translucent Powder - http://tinyurl.com/9hffa29

Matt Dark Brown Eyeshadow, Dark Grey Eyeshadow, Matt Black eyeshadow (All from my Level 3 Make Up College kit palette, but you could find these colours anywhere for really cheap - I highly recommend checking out MUA)

Kryolon Red Eyeshadow - Couldn't find online, use a matt red eyeshadow.

Rimmel Scandal Eyes Mascara - http://tinyurl.com/8fjzm3k

Red Lipliner - Was part of my college kit - but again you could find a red lipliner anywhere - I recommend MUA! :)

Black pencil eyeliner - Part of my Level 2 Make Up Kit

MUA red lipstick

Black lipstick (Found cheap at Sainsburys for £1)

Maybelline Gel Eyeliner

Congealed Blood (for the darker bits)

Liquid Blood (for the drippy effect)

Much love from shivvy xoxoxoxxoo

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Halloween/Costume Tutorials; Sexy Red Devil

a sexy devil...

Sexy Devil 

So this is my second halloween/costume tutorial for 2012! :) I hope you like it, this is probably the one that alot of girls would wear :) You could tone it down by just having the eyes or the lips it's completely up to you! I hope you like it :D

- I thought sexy halloween look before I start filming all my special effects blood and gore looks, so I automatically thought 'sexy devil' and thought heavy smokey eyes and red lips to match the devil theme! What do you think of this look? Would you wear something like this for halloween?

- I kinda wish I filmed this after I dyed my hair red!
Products Used:


Barry M Glitter Eye Crayon (Black): Can't find the glittery one but found a black one http://tinyurl.com/d4r3d4l
Urban Decay Smoked Palette: http://tinyurl.com/bs93dvm
Macallen 120 Colour Palette: http://tinyurl.com/bstasrg
Maybelline Gel Eyeliner: http://tinyurl.com/bpavfz7
Rimmel Scandal Eyes Mascara: http://tinyurl.com/8fjzm3k
Bourjois Chocolate Bronzer: http://tinyurl.com/6dwd7u6
Amazing Shine False Eyelashes (forgotten the number): http://tinyurl.com/cdktqgy
MUA Red Lipstick: http://tinyurl.com/bnd3y2x
Devil Horns and Trident: http://tinyurl.com/ycu3udh

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Halloween/Costume Tutorials: 'Army Girl'

Halloween/Costume Tutorials

Army Girl

So from Monday 22nd October (2012) to the 30th October (2012) I will be uploading a different halloween/costume look every day! It's taken ALOT of work, but has been ALOT of fun! 

- I'm starting off with my the simplest look out of all that I have filmed/going to film - you could definitely adapt this look to work with whatever budget you have!

I picked this real ex-army jacket up at a Steam Fair in Hertfordshire (UK) for a fiver! Bargain! This inspired me to do an army girl type tutorial, I was planning on filming some looks but hadn't really figured out what I wanted to do just yet.

So this is what I came up with, I hope you like it! :)

Products Used:

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil (Milk): http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001TK4LM8/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00

All eyeshadows & greasepaints were part of my Level 3 Make-Up Artistry college kit, but any eyeshadows the same colour or face paints will work fine! :)

Loreal Volume Million Lashes Mascara

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