Benefit Full Finish Lipstick: Flirt Alert

Another great lipstick from Benefit!

Product
Benefit Full-Finish Lipstick is described as a 'rich, seductive full-finish lipstick that gives 'coverage and colour.' It is also said to have a 'creamy formula with medium to full coverage'. 
This is not a red lipstick for the faint hearted. It is what I would consider a very red lipstick. It is very pigmented and it gives full coverage. The colour intensity from this is really good. It is also very smooth and moisturising. I have used other Benefit lipsticks and had no problem applying directly from the tube, however this one was more difficult. I also didn't want red smeared all over my face. Therefore I used a lip brush to apply it for a more precise application. 

Longevity
It is the longevity that make these lipsticks great. I will usually get four to five hours from this lipstick. If I have something to eat it will usually be less but that's to be expected.

Packaging
This Benefit lipstick, like all the others, comes in a black cardboard style box with an insert with a picture on it(as shown above). The lipstick, itself, comes in a very elegant and glamorous black tube with the white Benefit design and logo on it. There is 3.0g or 0.10 ounces of product provided.

Price
I can't remember the exact price of this lipstick as it has been a while since I purchased it. It is available from Dehenhams and also Benefit online.

Would I buy this again? No. Not because I don't like it but because I don't think I will use the full tube of this one.

Benefit Georgia Blusher

Product
Benefit describes that blush as 'Our just peachy face powder leaves your complexion warm and vibrant. Georgia is a dream...it's peaches and cream!' Georgia blush is a pale yet warm-toned peachy powder. Georgia blush does feel a little powdery in texture, as opposed to a perfectly smooth blusher.  I usually apply this using a blusher brush and I have also used it with a stippling brush. I have that there is a more natural look using a blusher brush. The pigmentation on this is sheer. Although the product is sheer I find that it is still buildable.  It will suit people with paler skin tones. I have pale skin so this product works well for me and it gives me a healthy glow with a subtle shimmer. It would be considered a sheer blusher for those with light to medium skin tones. If you have darker skin then it might be best to use this as a highlighter.

Longevity
This product may be sheer it however does have good longevity. I will usually apply this at approximately eight in the morning and it will last until about six in the evening, so approximately ten hours. There are some days that I will have to reapply but that is not very often.

Packaging
Like all Benefit blushes, this comes in a pretty powder box. This particular blush comes in a peachy coloured box with a peach and a green leaf on the front. There is also a blusher brush included. There is ....provided.

Price
I purchased this some time ago so can't remember the exact price but I think it was approximately €33. Since I have purchased this product it has been discontinued.

Would I buy  this again? Yes. However as it is no longer available this will not be an option.

Lip Gloss: How to apply and top 5 picks

It's another guest post. This post will be outlining Kayla's top 5 lip glosses and also how to apply lip gloss. I am not affiliated with any of the links or prices provided. I have also pre-approved any material that is provided.

Guest writer - Kayla Block

Kayla Block loves high end makeup, but her wallet wasn't sharing the love. She founded Makeup Deal of the Day to allow people to buy luxury brands of makeup at discount prices. You can buy all of our picks for the best lip gloss as well as many other beloved cosmetic products. Makeup Deal of the Day operates out of Las Vegas, NV.

Best Lip Gloss - Our Top 5 Picks

It is challenging to find the best lip gloss. Most of the gloss on the market is too sticky or wears off instantly. Or, the color is great but it dries out your lips. The best lip glosses shouldn’t be sticky or dehydrating. You know you have found a good gloss when it doesn’t take much but moisturizes and keeps your mouth sensuous for hours. We put lip gloss to the test and found our top 5 picks for giving you the most irresistibly sexy smile.

#5 Friends with Benefits Lip Gloss

Our pick for number five was easy. Benefit The Gloss is great for daily use and won’t dehydrate your lips. It isn’t sticky, and comes in three delicious colors. Corsage will make your lips pop, Chaperone creates a lightly blushing effect, and Rave Reviews is ideal for a darker, more sophisticated kiss.

#4 Live dangerously with Urban Decay Lip Gloss

Urban Decay Ultraglide Lip Gloss is our fourth choice. For years they have been creating the best lip glosses, in the proudest colors. Urban Decay is infamous for creating edgy hues that are unmatched by other brands. The gloss is thin and isn’t too sticky. It is perfect if you like just a flavor of shimmer on your lips. It comes in Gash, Hustle, Heat, Quiver and O.

#3 Lip Smackin’ MAC

Few brands can compete with MAC in any of the products they develop. The quality of their products are well acknowledged by estheticians and beauty experts. After evaluating MAC’s various products, we determined our choice to be MAC Plushglass. It is incredibly long lasting, and it moisturizes better than most chapsticks and lip balms. This gloss makes your lips super shiny, and comes in several sassy colors. Oversexed, Pretty Plush, Bountiful and Fulfilled were our favourites.

#2 You give me Fever

Lancome La Laque Fever Lip Gloss was our second pick for best lip gloss. This is an excellent brand, and could have easily come in first. It feels clean and light, and is high gloss. Most importantly, this is the longest lasting lip gloss out of all we tested. It comes in Cyber Coral, Iridescent, Optical Rose and Feverish and it only takes a dab for long lasting color and shine.

#1 Plump red lips ripe for kissing

Fusion Beauty Lip Fusion Plumping Lip Gloss is undoubtedly our number one choice. Not only does it last for hours, it moisturizes and actually helps plump up your lips by increasing the amount of natural collagen in your lips. Within minutes after application your lips will be fuller and softer, giving you an irresistible pout. It comes in Goddess, Fresh, Boca Babe, Dream and classic Berry and is our choice for best lip gloss.

How to Apply Lip Gloss

For a mesmerizing mouth, begin by making a thin, soft outline just beyond the natural line of your lip. If you desire to use lipstick as a base, apply two small dots on your upper lip and three on your bottom lip and spread by lightly tapping your lips with your finger. If you want a more natural looking color, simply omit the lipstick. Next, put two small dabs of gloss on your upper lip, and one slightly larger dab on your bottom lip. Again, pat lightly to spread, or simply purse your lips. Choose wisely when determining the best lip glosses for you, and you can proudly pucker your seductive, sassy mouth to kiss dry, dull lips goodbye.

Hope you enjoyed this post!

Makeup Look: Blue and Green

I decided to go for something a little more colourful for the next eye look. I was actually trying to achieve a different look when creating this but I liked when it turned out this way. 

How I created this look:

1. I applied Revlon's Vital Radiance Smoothing Eye Primer to my eye lids. 

2. Then I used the dark blue in 17 'Moody Blue' trio eyeshadow and applied it to my entire eyelid and slightly about the crease. 

3. Now I used the second darkest green shade in 17 'midnight storm' trio eyeshadow and blended it with the dark blue. 

4. Then I wanted to use a green with a frostier look so I used 17 solo eyeshadow in 'Green Glimmer'. I placed this in the inner corner and blended over the entire eyelid. 

5. I then placed some of the lightest green from the 17 'Midnight storm' trio eyeshadow under my brow bone. I blended this down to the crease. 

6. I was going to use black eyeliner but decided on something different and went with a gold gel eyeliner. I also decided to bring it all the way up to my eyebrow. 

7. Once I had applied the eyeliner, I then used Benefit's Bad Gal mascara to make my lashes look full and lengthened. 

A close-up of the eyeliner. 

I couldn't fit all of the colours into this chart but it's explained in the post. 

What do you think? Can you suggest any improvements that I can make to the look?

Benefit Full Finish Lipstick: LaLa Land

Product

Benefit Full-Finish Lipstick is described as a 'rich, seductive full-finish lipstick' that gives 'coverage and colour'. It is also described as a 'creamy formula with medium to full coverage. The texture of this lipstick is so soft and creamy. It is also very moisturising, as the claim stated. It doesn't dry out my lips and can actually help if I feel that my lips are dry. This is also really pigmented and offers great full coverage.

I use two different ways to apply this. I will either apply it directly from the tube or I will use a lip brush to brush it onto my lips. This is described as a 'nude rose' colour. I think that it is a little dark for my skin tone to be a neutral colour. It would however be an excellent nude colour for someone with darker skin.  It is still very wearable during the day though. I will also sometimes wear this with a light smoky eye.

Longevity

Compared to some other lipstick that I have tried there is good longevity for this product. If I don't eat or drink I will usually get four or five hours from this. I do have to reapply sometimes, however I don't have a problem with this.

Packaging

This Benefit lipstick comes in a really nice black cardboard box with an insert with the picture shown above on it. The actual lipstick comes in a very elegant and stylish black tube with a white design and the Benefit logo on it. There is 3.0g or 0.10 ounces of product provided.

Price 

I got this in Debenhams and I can't remembeer the exact price as I have had it for a while, however this exact type is available from Dehenhams. The shade is also available from Benefit online. 

Would I buy this again? Yes. 

Benefit Bad Gal Mascara

Yet another really great mascara.  

Product
Benefit Bad Gal mascara is an excellent mascara if you want both length and volume. I have used this for both daytime and night time looks and it works brilliantly for both looks. This mascara doesn't clump and even when I put on two layers for added volume, clumping is not a problem.
The brush is large which ensures that all of the lashes are covered. It also makes it easy for the brush to glide over the lashes.

Longevity

When I apply this it will usually last for approximately eight to ten hours.  It also doesn't flake around my eyes. The thing that I find difficult with this product is removing it. I will always need to use eye make-up remover and there are times when I will have to rub it for a minute or so to get it all off.

Packaging

There is 8.5g of product in this bottle. This mascara comes in a very nice cardboard style small box. When I removed it I saw the mascara was packaged in the black plastic tube with a silver lid.  

Price

It has been about two months since I purchased this so I can't remember the exact price. I think it is approximately €22.  It is available from Benefit on-line and costs $19.00.  It is also available from the House of Fraser and costs £16.50. 

Would I buy this again? Yes