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MUA Blush Perfection Cream Blusher in Blossom

Product Info from MUA Cosmetics UK:

PRICE: Php 540.00

WHERE TO BUY: www.facebook.com/XinandCompany

NET WEIGHT: 3.2 grams

SHADES: Available in 6 shades.

PROS:
* affordable

* i love products that are unscented

* color is buildable

* i like the minimalist travel friendly packaging and the see-thru lid.

* the texture of the blush is very creamy and easy to blend.

CONS:

* only available online.

* sadly, the color does not show up on my NC20 skintone. See swatch below.

TIPS:

* Moisturize skin prior to applying cream blushes so that you don't have a hard time blending.

* If your skin is only, apply primer first to make your makeup last longer.

* You can either use a foundation brush, stippling brush or your trusty fingers. My preferred method of application is a small foundation brush; just pat the cream blush on the apples of your cheeks and blend with your fingers.

* Set with translucent loose powder or leave it as it is for a fresh, dewy look.

OVERALL:

For a drugstore brand, I'm impressed with the texture of this cream blush. I didn't have a hard time blending it using my fingers or with a brush. But I'm quite disappointed with the shade, no matter how much I try to layer, it doesn't show up at all!

WILL I REPURCHASE?
I'm not a fan of cream blushes, I have a few MAC Cremeblend blushes that I ended up selling but I kept one to use for my clients.

If you are looking for an affordable cream blush, I recommend you try this one but get a different shade instead =)

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MUA Blush Perfection Cream Blusher in Blossom

Swatch on NC20 skintone

Blossom is a sheer peachy-nude shade.

See?! The shade disappears after blending =(

Do you like using cream blushes?

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Till next time,

Disclaimer: Product was sent for review/consideration.
This is not a paid review and is solely based on my honest opinions.

MUA Lipboom in Bring It

Product Info from MUA UK:
Created with Alexandra Burke by MUA! Lipstick and highlighting gloss that creates fuller curvaceous lips for a dramatic illusion of volume. There are 4 amazing ways to transform your lips and give them some Boom!

PRICE: Php 550.00

WHERE TO BUY: www.facebook.com/XinandCompany

NET WEIGHT:
Lipstick - 2.5g
Lipgloss - 3g

SHADES: Available in 13 shades.

PROS:
* my initial impression of the lipstick is that it looks kinda drying, but I'm surprised when I tested it on my lips, it's so creamy and pigmented!

* non-drying

* smells so good! Reminds me of freshly baked cookies =D

* I'm really impressed with the staying power, it lasts for more than 5 hours on my lips (as long as you don't eat anything oily)

* travel-friendly (no need to bring separate lipstick and lipgloss)

* easy to apply

NEUTRAL:

* based on the description it says that the lipstick has a "matte" finish. To me, the texture reminds me of MAC Satin Lipsticks.

CONS:

* the glitters in the lip gloss are a bit chunky. It is hard to remove and tends to scatter all over your lips when not removed properly.

* the gloss is kinda drying when used alone.

TIPS:

* You can use makeup wipes or ordinary wet wipes to completely remove the lipcolor and lipgloss.