Max Factor Colour Intensifying Balm

Lipsticks are a make-up product that I really struggle buying. I find it really hard choosing the right shade of lipstick and I find that some of them make my lips look really cakey and make them look really dry. So I was thinking that a lip balm would probably help solve this issue.

This Max Factor colour intensifying balm is the first lip product that I have really really liked. I think it's because you can build on the colour. So you can either have a really subtle looking lip or build it up to a more vibrant colour.

It goes on so smoothly and feels like it hydrates the lips. I bought the shade 'sumptuous candy' which is a perfect shade for me. I think it just looks really natural. I like the way it has a slight shine to it and how it is so easy to apply. It also lasts a long time and little top up throughout the day is needed.

I would highly recommend giving this product a try, if like me you find it difficult getting on with lipsticks. It has the colour and the moisturisation combination. The product is priced at £8.99 which is a little more than I would usually spend, but for me it so worth it.

Have you tried this product? What do you think of it? Please feel free to leave comments below :)

Thanks for reading!

Grace Louise Beauty x 

Benefit Roller Lash Mascara

This new mascara from Benefit launched a few weeks ago and ELLE magazine were giving away free samples of the product with their magazine. I love getting samples of mascaras because I sometimes find that they are better than the full size product, in terms of quality. And also they are super handy for travelling!

The roller lash mascara is described as a roller for your lashes. The brush is designed so that it grabs, separates, lifts and curls lashes, giving an instant curl lasting up to 12 hours.

When I first used it, I thought wow, this is brilliant. It instantly lifted my lashes without the use of an eyelash curler and made them look even longer. And I do find that it lasts all day! However, the formula is a little heavy and does clump my lashes, so I have to careful with how I use it. I do quite like the heavy look, especially for a night out but it is perhaps too heavy for in the day at work. I like the way it opens the eye up and makes a visible difference.

The unique concept of the mascara and the super cute design of the product, is something which I really like and I do think it is worth it's price tag of £19.50. I will probably buy the full size product, just because of the effectiveness of the mascara, but the thickness of the formula does put me off a little.

Have you tried the Benefit roller lash mascara yet? What did you think of it?

Thanks for reading!

Grace Louise Beauty x 

Maybelline Satin Brow Eyebrow Pencil

I have been treating myself to the HD brow treatment over the past few months and I have been loving the results. As part of the treatment, you have to be really tough with yourself and leave your eyebrows to grow. I thought I would be rubbish at this, but I have actually found it quite easy. I do fill in my brows with pencil usually (and this is must at the moment, as it does help to make them look a lot neater).

Nivea Sensitive 3 in 1 Micellar Cleansing Water

Happy New Year everyone! I thought I would start the year with a nice positive review about a recent cleansing product I bought.

I have heard and read quite a few people say that using cleansing wipes, is bad for your skin and doesn't remove make-up quite as well as a cleansing product like micellar cleansing water. Micellar cleansing water was a new thing last year I think and quite a few people raved about it. I was quite happy using cleansing wipes, so I didn't bother trying it out. But my skin has been suffering a little recently and with the buy one get one free offer on Nivea products in Superdrug at the moment, I couldn't resist trying out this product from Nivea.

Christmas Beauty Wish List

I always struggle with buying presents of any sort, which is probably because I am awful at making decisions. I've been reading Christmas wish lists on other blogs and I find them really useful, so thought it is only right that I make my own.

Rimmel Brow This Way Styling Gel Review

I feel like I'm having such a battle with my eyebrows at the moment. I'm trying my best to let them grow but it is so hard giving the tweezers a rest! I think I'm starting to win with them and have got some growth in areas where it is needed, however I still need to use either a powder or a pencil to make them look fuller. I'm all for quick and easy make-up and really liked the sound of this gel product. In the description it says you can get perfectly groomed eyebrows, in one easy, smooth application. But as you will see in my review this really isn't the case with this product!

The product is priced at £3.99, which is great in comparison with similar products. It comes in three different shades and a clear shade (I chose the dark brown shade). The formula is meant to be long-lasting and comfortable. It claims to have a precision brush to define eyebrows.

Nivea BB Cream 5 in 1 Beautifying Moisturiser

I'm a big fan of Nivea. I really rate their moisturisers and face washes. I love the fresh smell and the quality of their products and I think they tend to be great value for money. I saw this BB cream in Tesco for £2.99 reduced down from £5.99 (it would have been rude not to buy it!) and with the 'new lighter shade' advertised on the front, I thought I must be onto a winner!

Nivea's BB cream is enriched with minerals, provitamin B5 and a hint of colour. The product promises to even out skin tone, refine the appearance of pores and boost the skin's natural glow. It also protects the skin against the sun and premature aging.