7/05/2014

Beauty Bloggers Made Me Do It


That header says it all really. Who even gets their beauty recommendations from magazines nowadays? Blogs are where it's at! Flashback two years ago and I knew next to nothing about makeup. Most of my knowledge came from Mac and I was only beginning to learn what a Naked palette was and that Tarte was not in fact provocative. Unsurpisingly, many of the products and brands I now know and love have come from reading countless beauty blogs and trawling through my subscription list over on YouTube. Today I thought I'd share a few of the products that I've tried and loved because of beauty bloggers singing their praises too..

Bioderma Sensibio H20Miss Glamorazzi-There's probably many of us who have succumbed to Bioderma. I remember it being one of the first beauty products I heard about when I first watched beauty videos. It can be a bit difficult to track down in New Zealand but it's easier to find online. It's well worth the hunt though! The micellar water literally breaks down your makeup. It never feels stripping on the skin and is super gentle. I'll forever repurchase this one. 

Tarte Amazonian Clay BlushVivianna Does Makeup-Many a product that has made its way into my makeup bag over the last year has been at the hands of Anna. Well, indirectly of course. Anna is a skilled enabler when it comes to all things beauty. If you want to see a post on 'Anna Purchases' then let me know! Anyway, these blushers are super long-wearing and look so flattering on the complexion. They don't have excessive shimmer to them, in fact I think these are both matte. Tipsy, the coral shade is one of those blushers that'll perk up your complexion. Exposed on the other hand is one for minimal makeup days as it looks so natural on. 

Nars Radiant Creamy ConcealerAmelia Liana-You've probably seen this concealer on many a beauty blog since its launch. The paler shades are notoriously difficult to get hold of but again it's worth tracking down! This concealer is so lightweight yet it offers fantastic coverage. It doesn't crease and blends in seamlessly. In fact, it's almost undetectable on the skin. There's such a wide range of shades too which I think is why this is so popular as well of course as the cake-free finish. I may even have a backup of this waiting for when mine runs out...

Mac 'Syrup' LipstickLily Pebbles-My first Back 2 Mac purchase. Lily often features this lipstick on her blog and channel. Compared to other neutrals like Patisserie or Peach Blossom, it has more pigment to it. This leans more plum-pink on my lips but I imagine it'd look different depending on your skintone. It's such a versatile lipstick that would suit a range of makeup looks. 

Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet FoundationI Covet Thee-Like Anna, Alix always has great recommendations. Foundations are her specialty so I was waiting to see if she'd review this foundation before going ahead and making the splurge. I've raved about this one a few times over the last month so I'll keep this brief. A matte-velvet foundation that leaves such a flawless finish. It lasts well with or without primer. I'm obsessed in other words. Read my full review here

L'Oreal Infallible EyeshadowFleur De Force-These are amazing. Think pressed pigments, but without the fallout and less glitter to them. They have an almost foiled effect on the eyes and look stunning. You really have to swatch them or try one on yourself to understand just how unique they are. I have the shades Amber Rush and Bronzed Taupe, both Fleur recommendations and they are must-haves. Blinged and Brilliant is also great although I think that shade may have been discontinued now.

*What beauty products have you splurged on that have been based on blogger's recommendations?

12 comments:

  1. MAC Syrup looks perfect and is going straight on my wishlist!

    I've been influenced by so many bloggers - clarisonic, Garnier BB cream, anything Kiehl's, Maybelline Falsies mascara - all blogger purchases!

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    1. It's such a gorgeous, flattering shade! I'm sure you will love it. I love Kiehls products too-just wish they weren't so darn pricy here. x

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  2. These 6 are big enablers for me to! I love the L'Oreal Infallibles they are seriously incredible!

    CassandraMyee | NZ Beauty Blog

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    1. Yes those 6 are definitely master enablers! x

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  3. I have a list of all the beauty products I want. Pretty much all of them are influenced by bloggers, mostly by Anna, Lily and Shannon :D

    Ashley | http://artedellamoda.blogspot.co.nz/

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    1. How could I forget Shannon! She has great recommendations too, particularly for drugstore priced buys x.

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  4. That foundation is already on my wishlist I've only heard good things about it!

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    1. It's awesome. You'll have to check it out on counter sometime soon x.

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  5. I feel the same way about anything Anna recommends! I feel like I could write a week's worth of blog posts on what I've bought because of her. I recently got a sample of the Dior Nudeskin BB cream because of Lily and Anna, and now may have to pick up the full size...
    Hailey
    www.pocketsizedstyle.blogspot.com

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    1. Haha I could probably do that too Hailey! x

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  6. I'm still mulling over that new Chanel foundation... it was perfection (just like the name!) but I can hardly justify a new foundation at the moment...

    Morgan | Hyacinth Girl

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    1. Naww. Perhaps when your next one runs out Morgan! It's such a great foundation x

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