Touche Eclat Dupe?

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Kelly brook Illuminating concealer- New Look- £3.99

L'Oreal Lumi magique concealer- Boots- £8.49

Yves Saint Laurent Touche eclat- Boots- £25.00

The Touche eclat concealer has been raved about on literally every media platform there is. I for one caved in at the temptation and purchased it for myself. Truth be told, i fell in love with it instantly, however, the hefty price tag put me off wanting to repurchase. I have since been on the hunt for a great alternative. Both of these dupes i found look rather similar to the Touche eclat and both have a button-like pump and brush applicator as well as working the same way.

I first came across the Kelly Brook Illuminating concealer a while ago. The  packaging to me, seemed almost identical. Apart from the slight rose gold tint. Its also not as luxurious. As far as the product goes, It works in exactly the same way and the colour and formula appear to be an exact match. 

The Lumi magique, (a word i have no idea how to pronounce) I find has more coverage, However i wouldn't necessarily use it as a cover up. Its not as pink toned as the Kelly brook and touche eclat. I find this one a little more shimmery but looks just as flattering. The packaging looks a lot more expensive then the Kelly brook, but to be far its almost twice the price.

To conclude, Both these illuminating concealers can do just as good as the touche eclat, and if you are looking for a cheaper alternative i would recommend checking these ones out.

Have you tried these products?

What did you think of them?

This Month I Have Been Loving- February Favorites

This month i haven't really been trying out anything new, however i have noticed that these products have been saviors for me and i have literally used them everyday since i have got them. I hope you love them as much as i do.

Rimmel nail polish in Caramel Cupcake:

Im really into my nude nail polishes at the moment and this one is just a all round pretty pale nude. It has a very slight bit of shimmer to it but is only really visible in the light. 

Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip balm

I really love a good lip balm and for me this one ticks all the boxes. Its smells and tastes like peppermint wich i think is great for the daytime. It doesn't feel sticky and isn't too glossy so it looks lovely and natural. 

Burt's Bees Coconut Foot Cream

I tend to be rather lazy when it come to foot care, So I have been attempting to take better care o my footsies. This little foot cream is in a gel form which i have never experienced before. It smells like heaven and once applied, feels like it too. I will definitely be repurchasing this once it runs out. 

I seem to have developed a little bit of an addiction to Umberto Giannini products. This backcomb in a bottle works pretty much the same a a dry shampoo. However i find sometimes that dry shampoos leave my hair feeling a little dry and damaged. This spray leaves my hair shiny and full of bounce and volume.

This cute little compact from mac has become my makeup hero. I don't ever really take any other makeup out with me. It has a small transparent blotting powder and a sheen supreme lipstick. (in the shade Fashion City.) Its basically really handy and the packaging is adorable.

I'm rather a highlighter newbie and tend to steer away from anything too shimmery, However I thought it as about time i venture into the world of highlighters. I didn't want to splurge on anything to expensive so decided to buy this one from MUA. To be honest its pretty much a 5/5 if you are looking for a good highlighter. I love that its not over-overpoweringly glittery and has just the right amount of shimmer to achieve a gorgeous natural glow.     

So i hope you found this somewhat interesting.

What have you been loving in the month of February? 

Review: B. 16hr Wear complete coverage Foundation

I have been looking for a good quality high street foundation now for ages. Just after Christmas i bought the wake me up foundation from Rimmel, i love it loads but it is very very illuminating. So, i went on the hunt for a foundation with more of a matte finish. 

After scoping boots and superdrug, i came across the brand B. I know its fairly new but i  never really bothered checking it out, until i found it was on offer. I soon began swatching like a mad woman through all their foundations.

This complete coverage one for me, seemed to tick all of the boxes. I always find it quite difficult to find a full coverage foundation under £10.00 so was surprised at this find. Its not to thick like a lot of full coverage foundations which makes a nice change. 

The fluidity of it makes it easily blend-able, and doesn't dry too quickly which means you can get a good amount of blending time. The whole range does have a nice array of colour choices so i felt this shade was a good match to my skin.

I would say that is build-able from a medium to full coverage and doesn't look cakey.

Although it isn't completely matte, it does have a really nice fresh finish. Without being over shimmery like the wake me up foundation.

Overall it is a lovely foundation and i would recommend to anyone with any skin type.

You can buy it HERE in superdrug for £9.99

Have you tried anything from this brand? what did you think of it?

Review: Soap and glory Body Butter

As you guys know, Soap and glory is my go to brand. I use there product pretty much everyday. Recently ive fell in love with the sugar crush line, this body butter in particular. Their body butter are so luxurious and creamy. I love how they sink into your skin so quickly and the sweet citrus smell ligures for hours. 

Its realy thick and silky and doesnt leave tour skin feeling greasy or sticky which is always a plus. I use it after showering with the sugar crush body wash and scrub to maintain the gorge scent. 

Normally i would use it before bed and in the morning my skin feels incredibly soft and hydrated. Becuase its so thick and intense i tend to only use a few tines a week as it may be a bit too heavy to use everyday. However, its a great treat for the day when you need a pick me up. 

I also like to use it on my arms and legs before i night out or when im wearing a dress or skirt. 

In general, its a great product that would be a perfect addition to your spring/summer routine. I woulddefiantly  reccomend this to anyone and everyone, especially if you are prone to dry skin.

Have you tried the sugar crush line? What was your fave product? 

What's in my bag?

• My travel card and student ID
• Digital camera
• Headphones
• Iphone 4
• My ted baker notebook
• Purse from accessorize
• Filofax by Temperley
• Mini hairbrush
• Soap and glory mini mist you madly
• Soap and glory mini hand food
• Nivea caramel lip butter
• Burt's bees lip balm
• Gloves
• ELF liquid lip gloss
• Black ball-point pen
• Red glitter gel pen