February Favourites

A slightly delayed favourites post this month, but still it's better late than never. I didn't really discover that many new products throughout February, yet there were a few bits and pieces that really stood out to me during the past month. Let's find out more about them...

Rimmel Lasting Finish Nude Foundation- Ivory 
Another month and another new base to add to my ever growing foundation stash. As I have combination to oily skin, I tend to favour foundations that give a more matte finish, yet this one is a lightweight formula that gives a satin finish to the skin. It covers any imperfections that I might have easily, without being too heavy or cakey on the face, as well as staying on my face all day. It is definitely my new favourite drugstore foundation. 

Barry M Speedy Quick Dry Nail Polish- Pit Stop
I find painting my nails the biggest beauty chore, mainly for the fact that it seems to take forever to dry. With that being said, when I spotted these new nail polishes in my local boots I knew I had to give them a try, as they promise to dry super quickly, making it even easier to achieve an at home mani. I picked up the colour 'Pit Stop', which is a pretty pastel grey, as it is the perfect shade to wear between winter and spring. I did need to use three coats for this to be as opaque as I wanted, yet the new flat brush makes it so much easier and quicker to apply, as well as the fast drying formula, which meant I had a salon worthy manicure in under 10 minutes. Perfect!

Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Light
On one of my many Sephora sprees during my trip to New York back in December I spotted these mini versions of the highly raved about Smashbox primers and immediately popped one into my basket. I had been wanting to try one of these primers for ages yet never got around to buying one, so when I saw the mini versions I knew it was the perfect opportunity to try them out without buying the full sized version. I have used this primer pretty much everyday since purchasing as it creates a smooth, flawless canvas for the rest of my makeup, as well as preventing shine and oiliness, particularly on my chin and forehead. I will definitely be buying the full sized version soon.

Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara
Another Smashbox product, this time in the form of the Full Exposure mascara. This came with the eyeshadow palette of the same name and so when I ran out of my previous mascara, I decided to give this a go. I was instantly impressed, as it is everything I want in a mascara- giving lengthened, volumised lashes with no clumping. It is also super black, which gives a defined look that rivals the effect of false lashes. What more could you want?
 































MAC Eyeshadow- Sable
One of the more recent additions to my MAC palette is 'Sable', which is one of the frost eyeshadows that MAC has to offer. It is described as a gold-plum colour with warm, red undertones. It is an extremely wearable shade for both day and night makeup looks, and looks great paired with bronzed skin and a nude lip. It blends exceptionally well and is incredibly long lasting, as well as being highly pigmented and buildable. 

Soap & Glory Supercat Eyeliner 
A Soap & Glory product ends up in these type of posts nearly every month, as in my opinion they are one of the more superior drugstore brands. Last month was the month of perfecting my eyeliner flicks, and it was all down to using this product. The felt tip design makes it easy to line the eyes, whether it is to create a standard line or something more dramatic. It lasts all day without smudging and is one of the best eyeliners out there.

What have you been loving recently?

Megan x