Little Stars Beauty Blog

Make Up For Ever (MUFE) Aqua Cream Waterproof Colour in 11 Swatch

2013-01-13T21:10:00.001+00:00

The number 11 MUFE Aqua Cream is a beautiful olive/golden colour that lasts and lasts and last. Layered under a gorgeous similar tone of gold hue eyeshadow, would make it even more pretty looking.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

MAC Satin Taupe Eyeshadow Dupes

2013-01-13T20:48:00.001+00:00

MAC Satin Taupe eyeshadow is one of the best seller's of their products. It's a gorgeous brown described as a 'taupe brown with silvery bronze shimmer'. It is a beautiful colour that would suit any complexion.

The most perfect dupes that I found for it are:

Max Factor's Earth Spirit eyeshadow in Burnt Bark
Make Up Store eyeshadow in Velvet.

Both have a very similar (almost exact) finish/colour pay off as the Satin Taupe. Although, the Make Up Store Velvet is slightly darker than the Satin Taupe.

I have all my MAC eyeshadows depotted, therefore it looks very small in comparison to the dupes here. However, it does not take away from the fact that the MAC shadow contains very very little of the actual product: 1.5g vs the Make Up Store's 3.5g and vs Max Factor's 5g. Which is a substantial difference in the value you get for the exact same quality.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Make Up For Ever (MUFE) Lesson 1 Natural Eyes Kit Swatch

2012-12-30T17:54:00.001+00:00

This is a lovely and very useful kit for creating a natural eye look. The kit contains two aqua creams, which are absolutely amazing, in 13 (beige) and 15 (taupe); and two eyeliners in 0L (black) and 2L (brown).

The MUFE Aqua creams are my new favourite beauty products. These really are waterproof and super long lasting, the colour pay off is fantastic, and you only need a tiny bit to create a gorgeous look in no time.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Maybelline New York Forever Strong Pro Up to Seven Days Wear in 179 Flamingo Pink / Flamant Rose Swatch

2012-12-30T15:43:00.001+00:00

Flamingo Pink is the most perfect Barbie pink colour you could find! It really is beautiful. The swatch above took two coats.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Essence Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 2 Collection in 01 Jacob's Protection Swatch

2012-12-30T15:29:00.001+00:00

This is a beautiful navy colour polish, with light blue glitter through it.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Make Up For Ever Eyeshadow in 166 Swatch

2012-12-16T22:24:00.000+00:00

This was my very first MUFE purchase. MUFE seems like a quality brand, so I had pretty high expectations about this, and I was not disappointed at all with this eye shadow.

As you can tell the casing is very simple, but smart and sturdy.

The only thing I don't like about this is that MUFE decided to number their eye shadows instead of naming them like the likes of UD, MAC etc.

I was looking for a very brown, gray shadow for smoking out any look, in order to dramatize it, and this is perfect just for that. It has a super smooth, pigmented consistency that is very easy to apply. If I was going for a very dark, dramatic look I could use it all over the lid, and the outcome is very even from just the first layer.

On the pan it looks like there are a few glitter particles that the camera picked up, however, this is a pure matte to the eye, and when applied.

Overall, this is an amazing quality shadow, that is very versatile for any look you could be going for.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Flormar Nail Enamel in 068 Swatch

2012-12-16T22:03:00.001+00:00

This is a gorgeous berry red shade, prefect for the holiday season. :)

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Milani Liquif'eye Metallic Eye Liner Pencil in 01 Black Review

2012-07-01T21:59:00.001+01:00

This pencil is everything I wanted from any other eyeliner I tried - smooth and easy to apply, super black, and long lasting. The only point I'm not happy about is the fact that the black gathers around the inner corner

Even the UD Zero couldn't compare to this, however, the new UD Perversion could be very comparable.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Maybelline New York Forever Strong Pro Up to Seven Days Wear in 76 French Manicure Review

2012-07-01T21:47:00.003+01:00

Maybelline's French manicure is a perfect natural pink shade. I don't really do a proper French manicure since I hate the hassle of white tips and that, however I do love the pale pink colour of this polish on its own, or even classier with a rhinestone applied.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Essence Fix & Matte Translucent Loose Powder (Perfect Dupe for MAC Prep & Prime Powder!)

2012-01-30T22:44:00.001+00:00

I have been using MAC's Prep & Prime powder for a good while and love it, it sets any makeup perfectly for the day!

I came across this in Penney's and when swatched on my hand, it felt ridiculously similar to MAC's Prep & Prime.. So for only 3.99 euro I grabbed one to see if it really was the same thing when setting my makeup.

Well the results are incredibly similar, and it not only sets the makeup as perfectly as MAC's version, it actually made my makeup last way longer than MAC's too. With the MAC, I was getting a dewy forehead/nose by around 1pm, which was fine.. But when the Essence powder, at a fraction of the price, made my makeup last way longer, I sure was left impressed.

Usually cheaper dupes don't always work for me, however this is so amazingly similar and in my opinion, the cheap version is even far superior. As you can see in the above pictures, there is absolutely no difference between the two powders whatsoever.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

MAC Semi-Precious Collection Mineralize Eye Shadow in Blue Sheen Review

2012-01-29T20:48:00.001+00:00

Blue Sheen is such an unusual colour of a blue, black, pearl mixture. Gorgeous!!!!

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

MAC Glitter and Ice Collection Mineralize Eye Shadow in Hold That Pose! Review

2012-01-29T20:32:00.002+00:00

MAC describe Hold That Pose! as a pale mauve melange. Love this shade, it's a very ice frosty shimmer shade.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Shadow Pencil in Wasteland Review

2012-01-29T20:19:00.001+00:00

Wasteland is a nice deep brown without any red hues. I use this on a daily basis with Rehab on my lower lash line. One of my favourite products of all time! :)

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Shadow Pencil in Delinquent Review

2012-01-29T20:07:00.001+00:00

I love all Urban Decay Shadow pencils, I think they're one of the best products UD has come out with. Delinquent is a really unusual shade in that it's a gorgeous purple laced with purple glitter. And of course there is no fall out with these pencil no matter how much glitter is in them. :)

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Lust Review

2012-01-29T20:01:00.003+00:00

This was a free gift with purchase from Urban Decay. Lust is a deep almost blue purple with some silver shimmer.

Essence Colour Nail Polish in 72 Tme for Romance Review

2012-01-29T19:51:00.000+00:00

Time for Romance has a pink hue through the nail colour with some glitter, looks gorgeous. :)

The swatch above has two coats on.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Benefit Eye Bright Pencil Review

2012-01-29T19:40:00.002+00:00

This is a very light baby creamy pink pencil that I use on my inner eye corner to brighten up my eyes. I have been using this pencil for the past few years, and cannot be without it. I have tried to find a few dupes, but they're never as good as this. Love it!

To make it last throughout the whole day with no touch ups I found that setting it with a powder right after application does the job quiet well.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Cherry Culture Lip Balm in Bubble Gum Review

2012-01-29T19:35:00.001+00:00

I got this lip balm free when making a Cherry Culture order. The smell is gorgeous of bubble gum, but not too sickening like some lip balms can be. It moisturises nicely, and leaves a nice sheen on the lips.

MAC Lip Pencil in Subculture Review

2012-01-29T19:30:00.000+00:00

MAC describe Subculture as underground pink. This shade is a very neutral colour that goes well with my pale pink lips and does not interfere with any colour I may put on.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

MAC Lipstick in Patisserie (Lustre) Review

2012-01-29T19:25:00.000+00:00

MAC describes Patisserie as a sheer creamy neutral pink. It's a lovely shade of pale natural pink. Very wearable for everyday.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Essence Gel Eyeliner in 02 London Baby Review

2012-01-29T19:19:00.000+00:00

I always wear a black liner, and was looking for ages for a nice brown, but wasn't sure how well it would suit me. So I decided to go for a cheap option, and for 3 or so euro I couldn't go wrong in case I didn't like the brown option. Essence's London Baby is a gorgeous rich chocolate brown.

I cannot really confirm if this is waterproof, but it lasts pretty well throughout the whole day.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Stila Smudge Pot Gel Eye Liner in Black Review

2012-01-29T19:14:00.002+00:00

Stila's smudge pots are amazingly smooth and blendable. This black shade is a true black, and is very comparable to MAC's Blacktrack.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Bare Excentuals Minerals Brow Colour in Dark Blonde / Medium Brown Review

2012-01-29T19:12:00.002+00:00

This brow powder is perfect if you're after a natural, subtle brow definition. This particular shade runs a little ashy which works well for me, and there is no red hue in this at all.

I apply it with the Smashbox Brow Brush, but any angled brush would work well with this.

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Urban Decay Lip Love Honey Infused Lip Therapy Treatment in Lolita Review

2012-01-23T22:29:00.001+00:00

I loved this from the very first smell!!! :) It smells amazing, of honey of course!!! The balm itself is super moisturising and feels really good on lips.

The shade lolita looks a bit crazy in the tube, but it's actually a very subtle rosy pink. Love!!

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.

Urban Decay Mariposa Palette Review

2012-01-23T22:12:00.004+00:00

Another palette I couldn't pass from Urban Decay! :) I'm presenting the Mariposa, a set of ten shadows, and a mini eyeshadow brush:

Rockstar - Deep purple
Gunmetal - Gunmetal gray with silver glitter
Skimp - Ivory peach sheen
Infamous - Magenta sheen
Wreckage - Taupe shimmer
Haight - Dark teal with shimmer
Money - Pale silvery green shimmer
Mushroom - Steel gray shimmer
Spotlight - Gold tan shimmer
Limelight - Gold shimmer.

As expected off Urban Decay, beautiful, pigmented colours.. Some shades in it like Rockstar, Money and Mushroom are very unique to me.. Gorgeous overall. :)

Disclaimer: I'd like to mention that I have purchased this product myself, have given my own honest opinion, and am not affiliated with the company.