Mecca Cosmetica "To Save Face SPF50+"

Mecca Cosmetica Luxe Hydrating Day Cream

This is a "repurchase product" for me whenever I run out -  my "go to" daily moisturiser.  I LOVE this product, mainly because it is SPF50+ and is a multi benefit product.  The number 1 concern for me is continuing to reduce the visible signs of ageing and the number 1 way of doing that is to reduce sun exposure on my face, which this Luxe Hydrating Cream does for me.

For everyday wear, it sits perfectly under makeup, offers the ultimate protection against UVA, UVB and Free radicals with its potent superstar antioxidants Pycnogenol and Vitamin E and has heavy hitting hydrators to boost moisture levels in the skin.

At rrp $40 From Mecca Cosmetica you cant go wrong as an economical daily moisturiser, sunscreen, undermakeup routine product.

It has a very soft (but I must admit super sheer colour/finish) that you "could" just use a light MAC Mineralise Skin Finish powder over the top for weekend wear and that could be your base, done!

Makeup Geek Eyeshadows

I had high expectations for Makeup GeekEyeshadows; they are plastered across YouTube, Instagram and my favourite beauty blogs, so last week I made a purchase on Beauty Bay and decided to try a few shades for myself.

And let me just say, they did not let me down.

The quality of these eyeshadows is highly comparable to my higher end eyeshadows: Nars, Mac and Urban Decay. The good news is: they are a fraction of the price! These shades retail for AUD $10.00 on Beautybay.com.

These eyeshadows are ridiculously buttery, highly pigmented and blend effortlessly. Each eyeshadow pan is magnetic, so I recommend purchasing a Z-Palette so that you can customise your own palette. I also purchase these palettes off Beauty Bay as there is a wide variety to choose from.

(From top right: roulette, cocobear, tiki hut, chickadee, frappe)

And swatched in the order below:

Coco Bear:

 

Finish: matte

Colour: medium-dark reddish, brown. I love using this colour to deepen up the crease and lower lash line when I am creating a more dramatic look.

Tiki Hut:

 

Finish: matte

Colour: medium, warm-toned brown. This colour is perfect for when I am in a rush as I like to blend it all over my lid and into my crease-it looks like I spent a lot more time on my eyeshadow than I did!

Chickadee:

Finish: matte

Colour: orange with yellow undertones. This shade is such a gorgeous and unique transition colour for the crease. It’s a definite must in my collection.

Frappe:

Finish: matte

Colour: medium toned coffee-brown. This is another stunning transition shade that I love to use on my clients. This shade looks amazing paired with a gold eyeshadow on the lid such as MAC ‘Amber Lights.’

Roulette:

 

Finish: shimmery

Colour: reddish, rose gold. This is probably my favourite Makeup Geek eyeshadow that I own. I love using it on my clients with blue eyes as it makes them pop and look INCREDIBLE (And that’s an understatement!). I use this colour on the lid only and make sure to use matte shades in the crease and brow bone, so all the focus is on this gorgeous colour!

I hope this review was helpful and I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on these eyeshadows!

(Brisbane mobile hair and makeup artist experienced in weddings, bridal, formals, TV, film, photoshoots, theatre - Melissa Coleman

Mobile spray tan artist too!)